Northallerton InFocus Winter 2018 by JKA / Cotswold Publications

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Santa Street Party in Northallerton

We find out about the exciting Santa Street Party this Christmas in Northallerton

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Welcome to the Winter issue As we enjoy the build up to the festive season, there’s updates and news from across Northallerton. We have details of the Santa Street Party (p18), as well as how you can save money with the Little Book of Treats! (p22). There’s also our family Christmas Quiz (p14) and news on parking concerns in Northallerton (p26). Don’t forget, if you have any news, events, updates or stories of local interest, please send them to editorial@jkanorth.com and we’ll do our best to publish them for you. I hope you all enjoy this issue and I’ll see you again in Spring. Best wishes,

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Northallerton Library Events 10th November 10am-12noon – Cartoon Capers with Wendi New. As part of the regional arts festival “Reading Pictures, Seeing Stories” artist Wendi New will be running a session for 8-11 year olds. Find out how to draw cartoons and create your own story. The workshop is free, however donations for the library are welcome. Booking is essential as spaces are limited – please call into the library to book or ring 01609 533832. 14th November 10am-12noon – free information drop-in session for Talk Monday Week 2018 about services and advice available via Age UK with focus on personal finance and benefits advice. 24th November 10am-12noon – Animation workshop with artist Pete Gough. As part of the regional arts festival “Reading Pictures, Seeing Stories”, artist Pete Gough will be running a workshop for 10-15 year olds. Find out how to use multiple animation techniques (hand drawn/cel, photo montage/timelapse, plasticine/stop motion or computer based) to bring your words to life on the screen. The workshop is free, however donations for the library are welcome. Booking is essential as spaces are limited – please call into the library to book or ring 01609 533832. 1st December (time tbc) – the Northallerton Methodist Choir Christmas carols performance. Enjoy the sounds of Christmas music while browsing the shelves and selecting your Christmas time

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reading. Free event, donations for the library are welcome. 1st December 10.30-11.30am – Christmas crafts session – make a snowman in time for Christmas! The event is suitable for adults and children aged 10 +. Spaces are limited and advance booking is required. Tickets for the session are £4 per person, available from the library. Please call 01609 533832 to book your place. 5th December 10.30am – 12noon – Northallerton Handbell Ringers’ Christmas performance. Enjoy the sounds of Christmas music while browsing the shelves and selecting your Christmas time reading. Free event, donations for the library are welcome. Regular sessions Autism Drop-In information sessions – monthly information sessions run by NYCC Supported Employment Services, on the last Wednesday of each month 2-4pm. An opportunity for people on the autistic spectrum to find out more about jobseeking and employment opportunities. For more information about the sessions please contact Kevin Ward on 01609 535331 Craft ‘n’ Chat – every Wednesday, 10.30am12noon in the lending library. Informal community drop-in sessions, for anyone interested in knitting, exchanging patterns and ideas. Code Club – fortnightly sessions on Saturday 10-11am and 11am12noon, for children 9-13 yrs old who

want to learn how to code, write their own computer games and simple animations. The sessions continue throughout half term holidays and stop for the summer. Community surgery with your local Councillor David Blades – on first Saturday of each month 10am-1pm – drop-in sessions to talk about any local issues that you have. IT support sessions – fortnightly on Tuesdays 2-4pm, weekly on Wednesdays 10am12noon and 2-4pm and weekly on Thursday 2-3pm. FREE one-toone IT support sessions with volunteers. Please contact the library to check availability and to book your place. Scribble Zone – weekly creative art workshops for children and young people age 11-16 yrs olds, on Mondays 4-5.30pm. There are no sessions on bank holidays and during the summer school holiday. No need to book, just pop in! The cost of each workshop is £2, pay as you go, to cover cost of materials. Scribble Vision – weekly workshops in animation, computer games, sound design and special FX, for children and young people age 10-16 yrs, on Wednesday’s 4-5.30pm. There are no sessions on bank holidays and during the summer school holiday. No need to book, just pop in! The cost of each workshop is £5, pay as you go, to cover cost of materials. Storytimes - weekly stories & rhymes on Fridays 10-10.30am for 0-4 year olds and their families. These sessions run term time only.

Special Anniversary at Local Care Home On 20th August a very special occasion was hosted for residents Ken and Vera at Leeming Bar Grange Care Home in North Yorkshire. They celebrated their 69th wedding anniversary! Ken and Vera first met at a youth club when Ken was 19 and carrying out his national service. Vera was 20. As was the custom in those days and as Vera wasn’t yet 21, Ken asked Vera’s parents if he could take their daughter’s hand in marriage. Fortunately, they agreed and the couple were married at St. James Church, Ashton Under Lyne in 1929.

The team at Leeming Bar Grange, where Ken and Vera now live decided to make the occasion extra special for the happy couple and asked ohef Toni Scott to cook them a meal of their choice and set a private table in the beautiful lounge. There was

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wine, flowers and a lovely photograph of the two of them with romantic music playing in the background. Joanne Dizon, Senior Carer said “It was such a special afternoon for Ken and Vera and it was so lovely to see them holding hands and reminiscing about the day when they first met and fell in love.” Everyone at brighterkind would like to congratulate Ken and Vera wishing them a Happy 69th Wedding Anniversary.

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A New Approach to Pain Removal with Alan Johnson Local therapist and change worker, Alan Johnson form Change Working in Northallerton has been getting phenomenal results helping dozens of people change their mind about pain, reducing and often completely removing the symptoms in just one session: The method has been used successfully with all kinds of pain, fatigue and allergic symptoms. I have also successfully used it with emotional pain such as anxiety, fears & phobias, guilt, anger etc

Common Questions & Answers Q. Does it really work? A. Yes, in the majority of cases when a client is positively wanting to be free of pain Q. What can I expect? A. One of three things: Zero pain, Reduced Pain or no change. Total removal of old pain is most common, second is reduction Q. Does it work on any pain? A. It works regardless of the original cause Q. I am on really strong pain killers, can OldPain2Go turn this pain off? A. Yes it can. I have worked with people who have a 9/10 pain despite being on strong pain killers including morphine, and in one session the pain has completely gone Q. I have suffered with this pain for years,

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how can it go in just minutes? A. The longer you have had the pain, the more likely it is that it no longer serves any purpose Q. How often do I need treatment? A. This is a once- only method for old pain. It works by deleting the old pain message, so it does not return Q. What would prevent it from working? A. The simple test is to answer the question ‘Do you want to be pain free?’ If you’re answer is a solid ‘YES’, then it will very likely work for you Q. Is it Hypnosis? A. No Q. Is it safe? A. Yes, totally- it is non-touch and you work at your pace Q. If it is so good, why have I not heard of it/ why does my GP not recommend it? A. Because they don’t know about it! And it is such a new, cutting edge methodology people generally are not aware that there is an effective approach that does not involve medical interventions. For further information or to make an appointment, or if you are a therapist of any kind and you would like to learn this methodology please contact Alan Johnson. Please mention InFocus when contacting any of our advertisers

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Introducing the New Autumn Winter Collection of footwear, headwear and matching accessories. In stock you will find an irresistible range of styles set to be your go to favourites this season. This collection is set to be the best yet with the introduction of another new brand, Capollini. Capollini uses high quality leathers and luxury suede’s to provide classically exquisite, comfortable ladies footwear.

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If that isn’t enough we also have our brand new range of occasional shoes which coordinate beautifully with our matching shoes and fascinators. Discover the New Collection now!

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Stay Healthy this Winter Eat one dark green vegetable every day. Dark green veggies contain minerals like iron and vitamins like A, C, K, and folate that your body needs to stay healthy. Instead of sticking with spinach, try something different like sautéed dandelion greens added to a stir-fry, or kale or Swiss chard added to a favorite stew or soup recipe. Call a friend. Instead of hunkering down with Love Actually again during a snowstorm, give someone you haven’t seen in a while a call. Hearing a friend’s voice can boost your mood and socializing helps you feel connected to the people who matter most to you. Take five. To combat feeling overwhelmed and rundown during the busy holiday season, take five minutes to close your eyes. Clear your mind of your to-do list (it can wait) and, instead, focus solely on your breathing. Rest your hands over your heart. Repeat in your mind or aloud a calming word, like “blue” or “ocean,” to help ease tension throughout your body. Try picturing yourself on a sunny beach; listen to the waves crash upon shore. Even though it’s not an actual holiday or a real respite from the freezing temps, visualization exercises can be very effective in promoting relaxation and

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boosting your mood. Hide the remote. When the cold weather sets in, you may be tempted to curl up with a blanket and watch television. Instead, hide the remote so you’re forced to get up to change channels or adjust the volume. You can also challenge yourself by doing jumping jacks during advert breaks. Little bursts of movement during your down time will ensure you’re getting much-needed activity during the hibernation months. Bake your fruit. Chances are you won’t be craving watermelon when temps drop. So instead, bake fruit for a healthy after-dinner dessert or oatmeal topping for breakfast. Put apple slices and cranberries in the oven for 20 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, and add a sprinkle of cinnamon—a powerful antioxidant—on top to add both health benefits and flavor. Go green. It’s tempting to reach for coke or coffee when we’re feeling sleepy during the winter. Instead, enjoy a cup of green tea. It’s loaded with antioxidants. Plus, green tea extract may also boost metabolism and help burn fat—an added bonus during a time in which we usually indulge. Want the benefits of other

hues? Wear yellow or red during the bleakest of winter days to help boost your mood and energy level, or choose green or blue to bring a sense of calm to your busy holidayplanning days. Get more Vitamin D. We’re often bundled up inside during the winter months, which means we don’t get as much vitamin D as in summer months. There are lots of ways to get vegan and animal sources of vitamin D; supplement your diet with cod liver oil high in EPA/DHA; and add Sockeye salmon, sardines, shrimp, and tuna to your cold-weather menu. Vitamin D can help build strong bones (as it helps the body use calcium) and boost our immune systems for the flu season ahead. The National Osteoporosis Foundation recommends 400 to 800 IU of vitamin D daily for adults younger than 50, and 800 to 1,000 IU for adults 50 and older. Disinfect your desk and phone. Your phone receiver and desk surface at work can harbor germs that are spreading around the office. Wipe down your space at least once a week with an antibacterial spray.

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Keep your bedroom at no more than 68-72 degrees F. Holding the heat will help promote a sound sleep to ensure you’re feeling well rested and refreshed to take on the winter days. Also, aim to get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night. Want to fall asleep more quickly? Wear socks to bed. Get moving. Temps in the teens make it rather hard to pull yourself out from underneath a pile of blankets. But during the cold weather, nudge yourself to get moving because exercise helps boosts mood and your immune system . Not a fan of outdoor activities like snow shoeing? Hit the shops to walk laps; keep an eye out for gyms offering free trials or classes; look into the costs of joining a local community centre, or simply add a few at-home exercises like squats, lunges, and wall push-ups to your daily routine.

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Northallerton InFocus Family Christmas Quiz Relax and chill out, these assortment of questions are for the young and not so young. You may not even agree with all the answers but the quiz is for all of the family to participate and enjoy. Good Luck, Wishing All a Happy and Joyous Festive Season – John Harris

1. Where did the Nativity take place? 2. What is a baby reindeer called? 3. Who wrote the song White Christmas? 4. Including Rudolph how many reindeer pull Santa Claus’ sleigh? 5. In which 2 Oceans can you find a Christmas Island? 6. Which English leader banned Christmas in 1647? 7. What are the gifts that the Three Wise Men gave baby Jesus? 8. In what language does “Feliz Navidad” mean “Merry Christmas”? 9. In the 17th Century Cristmas cake was made to be eaten by what day?

10. The Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square, London is an annual gift from which nation?

11. Which Country introduced Christmas trees as a celebration of Christmas?

12. Which Christmas Carol starts its second verse with “Christ by highest heaven adored”?

13. What is the time difference between Lapland, Finland and the UK in December?

14. What did Santa Claus win in 1964? 15. Which rock singer starred in the film “Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence”?

16. Which was the first country to issue a Christmas postage stamp?

17. In which year was the Queen’s first TV Christmas message? 18. Which “Happy Days” actor starred in the 1979 movie “An

21. What in the UK was traditionally mixed into the Christmas pudding to bring good luck to the recipient?

22. In what pantomime do Robin Hood and Maid Marion appear?

23. What phrase does the Giant in “Jack and the Beanstalk” use when he can smell Jack?

24. Who is the Patron Saint of Children? 25. The following letters represent each of the words in the title of which carol “OIRDC”

26. Who was Mummy seen kissing in the famous Christmas song?

27. “O tidings of comfort and joy” are lyrics taken from which carol?

28. “Nadolig Hapus” means Happy Christmas in which language? 29. In which country is Santa Claus known as “Pere Noel”? 30. What is a female turkey called? 31. What was the name of Tiny Tim’s father in “A Christmas Carol”? 32. Which Nobel Prize winning author wrote King George V’s Christmas broadcast in 1932?

33. In Dickens’“A Christmas Carol” what is Scrooge’s first name? 34. One may have an “Aperitif” before the Christmas dinner, what does this mean in the original Latin?

35. Which English Victorian cook wrote the definitive Christmas cookbook?

20. Who created a Christmas pudding for Waitrose in 2010 with a

36. On the sixth day of Christmas my true love gave to me? 37. What famous event took place on Christmas Day 1914? 38. Who was crowned King of England on December 25th 1066? 39. Who composed “The Christmas Oratorio”? 40. How many ghosts are there in Christmas Carol?

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American Christmas Carol”?

19. What alcoholic sauce is usually served with Christmas pudding?

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Winter at Rural Arts Book places online at www.ruralarts.org or call The Courthouse Café and Gallery are open 01845 526536 Monday to Saturday 10am - 4.30pm Rural Arts, The Courthouse, Westgate, Thirsk,

Are you Ex-Forces and over 65?

Would you like to attend FREE arts workshops? Contact us on 01845 526536 to find out more.

A Taste of Art Workshops

Every Wednesday 10.30am12.30pm. 14th Nov: Papercut Angels, £15 21st Nov: Decorative Crackers, £15 5th Dec: Christmas Lanterns, £18 12th Dec: Christmas Wreath Making, £20 Additional sessions: 1.30-3.30pm or 6-8pm (mince pies and mulled wine available)

Family Activities £4 per session

Christmas Activities

Paper Collage Angels: Tue 20th Nov Wreath Making: Wed 21st Nov

Performances

Come along to intimate performances in our Courtroom, which showcase exciting new talent.

Five Loose Chippings

Fused Glass Xmas Decorations Fri 23rd Nov (2-5pm) £45

Drop Spindle Spinning Sat 26th Jan (10am4pm) £66

Peg Loom Weaving Sat 9th Feb (10am-4pm) £67

Beginner’s Mosaics Sat 23rd Feb (10am-4pm) £65

Printmaking Open Studio Scheme

Fridays (10am-2pm) £10 per session Use of our studio for those with some experience of printmaking to develop their own work.

Free: Art Café for older people Thursdays once a month (10.30am –11.30am) 6th Dec, 24th Jan, 21st Feb. Enjoy an hour of free creative activity in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Carers welcome. Refreshments available.

Digital Workshops

iPad for Beginners (2 sessions)

Pocket Panto: Dick Whittington

iPad One to Ones

Edwina Hayes Sat 26th Jan, 8pm (doors 7.30pm) £12 Edwina’s beautifully written songs and charming stage presence have won her a reputation as a true natural talent of gentle folk-Americana.

Adult Workshops

Learn an artistic skill in a relaxed, creative environment. Suitable for beginners. Materials included.

Life Drawing (5 week course) Tue 13th Nov – 11th Dec (6.30-8.30pm) £100

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16th November n Commemorative Concert Northallerton Silver Band will be holding a concert on Friday 16 November to commemorate the Centenary of the ending of the First World War. The programme will be a mixture of songs associated with the First World War, military pieces and patriotic music all from that era. The concert will be held in the Forum, Northallerton at 7.30 p.m. and tickets £8 are available from the forum box office or by ringing 01609 777272 ........................................................

24th November

n The Mowbray Singers and Strings Attached Concert This Sowerby-based chamber choir together with the Thirsk string group, Strings Attached. 7:30 p.m. in St Oswald’s Church, Sowerby, Thirsk. The main work in the programme will be Schubert’s beautiful Mass in G Major (D168), but the choir will also be performing well-known works from the early 20th century by Vaughan Williams and Elgar. Strings Attached will play the suite My Native Heath by Arthur Wood (which includes the theme music from The Archers) as well as arrangements

Join our expert iPad tutor Claire Ford for friendly and informative Saturday sessions.

Sat 1st Dec, 7.30pm. Adults: £7, U18s: £5 This group of local musicians play a whole range of ‘foot-tappingly sensational’ music from Blues and Country through to a variety of popular songs.

Sat 15th Dec, 2pm. Adults: £8, U18s: £6, Over 75s: £2.50 Meet the legendary Dick Whittington with his companion Tommy the cat, and a cast of lovable characters – be sure to shout out as loud as you can… “It’s behind you!”

Out & About

Sat 17th & 24th Nov (2-4pm) £25

iPad Advanced 1 Sat 8th Dec (2-4pm) £18.50

iPad Advanced 2 Sat 15th Dec (2-4pm) £18.50 Saturday 19th Jan (1-4pm) £15 per 30 min session

Exhibitions & Events

The Courthouse features free, special event days throughout the year.

Christmas Makers Market Sat 24th Nov (10am-4pm) Visit our annual showcase of contemporary art and craft produced by local makers. Enjoy the festive atmosphere whilst doing some Christmas shopping and drop by our café for some tasty treats!

Arts Award Twilight Briefing Mon 26th Nov (10am-4pm) Rural Arts and IVE are offering information and guidance around the best practices for Arts Award delivery with discounted training and learning opportunities. Please mention InFocus when contacting any of our advertisers

of Elgar’s ever-popular Salut d’amour and Chanson de Matin; the whole programme faintly reflecting that time in England ending around a century ago this year…. ........................................................

25th November

n Husthwaite Village Christmas Market Husthwaite Village Hall YO61 4PY 11.00am – 3.00pm With over 30 stalls to browse, find everything you need to start your festive season shopping! Decorations, wreaths, gifts and stocking fillers! Wood craft, textiles, cards, jewellery and beauty products. Gifts for the home! Socks or a scarf from Husthwaite’s Beacon Alpaca and a gift for that special pet. Order your bird and dairy products from Proudfoot Poultry, Charcuterie and a selection of smoked meat and fish from The Fabulous Meat and Fish Company. Beef, pork, pies and scotch eggs from Thorntons Butchers. Plus a bottle of something from Orchards of Husthwaite or Cooper and Kings Artisan gin. Don’t forget some chocolates and gingerbreads for that sweet tooth!...

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7th December

n Reeth Brass Band Christmas Concert St Andrew’s Church, Kirkby Malzeard Following last year’s wonderful and atmospheric concert The Reeth Brass Band will be returning to Kirkby Malzeard on Friday 7th December at 7.30pm. There will be a bar and refreshments. Tickets £7.50 (children free) e-mail phcookson@btinternet.com or phone Hilary on 01765 650067 ........................................................

8nd December

n Thirsk Royal British Legion Band Christmas Concert 7.30pm in the Thirsk and Sowerby Town Hall, Westgate, Thirsk YO7 1QR. The concert will include a wide selection of music including many of the Christmas favourites. Free admission. For further information please contact Mr and Mrs Worley on 01845 523511 ........................................................

15th December n Christmas Charity Concert Northallerton Woodwind will be presenting their Christmas charity concert on Saturday 15th December 2018 in conjunction with renowned classical guitarist, Adrian Bramley. The concert is in Northallerton Town Hall at 7pm in aid of the Yorkshire Air Ambulance. Tickets are £7 with under 18s free. Tickets are available by contacting 01609 774158. ........................................................

What’s On @ The Forum?

9th November: 7.30pm An Evening with Paul Merson Sky sports tv pundit and former professional footballer and manager Paul Merson will be here live on The Forum stage talking about the highs and lows of playing the beautiful game for top teams including Arsenal, Middlesbrough and England and his (often public) battle with depression and addictions. A night not to be missed that will be full of never heard before stories and laughs! VIP tickets are £30 and include a meet and greet with Paul and a photo that will be printed on the night. ........................................................

25th November: 7:30pm Joe McElderry 2018 We’re delighted to welcome Joe back at The Forum with his all new show, easy wit and charm that endears him to all ages from 5 - 95!. Joe recently starred as Joseph in the UK tour of Bill Kenwright’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat for which he received 5-star acclaim from critics and then went on to release his 5th album - Saturday Night at the Movies - with a successful tour in the summer of 2017. Now, following numerous apearances at the London Palladium, Joe is back on the road and live on stage here at The Forum. ........................................................ 30th November: 7:30pm Greatest Showman Tribute The Greatest Showman is the number one musical film of the year and we’re thrilled to bring you The Greatest Showman Tribute, a live show which includes a remarkable vocal trio led by the Greatest Showman who will take you on a journey through the amazing soundtrack of the original film. Acrobats, fire throwers and stilt walkers make this a magical event along with brilliantly choreographed dance routines, authentic costumes and a medley of sing-along hits. This is a show not to missed and

a perfect family treat in the run up to Christmas. ........................................................ 5th January: 7pm Andre Rieu New Years Concert The King of Waltz will bring his New Years concert, recorded live in Sydney, Australia to millions of fans across the world.The first full production from leading Event Cinemadistributor Piece of Magic Entertainment, Andre Rieu will present a festive concert like neverbefore, recorded live in Sydneys iconic Town Hall. Join the Maestro for a magical evening of music and dance featuring hisworld class sopranos, The Platin Tenors and plenty of surprises. With show tunes, classical music and plenty of festivefun, it promises to be a great start to the new year!Take a front row seat and experience this spectacular musical event on the big screen. Enjoy backstage access, interviews with Andre and hisspecial guests, musical favourites and much, much more, exclusive to cinema. Full listings: www.forumnorthallerton.org.uk Box Office: 01609 776230

Please note: the editors cannot be held responsible for any changes to events listed. Please contact event organisers directly. All events correct at time of going to press.

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Santa’s Street Party this year and it’s a free family day of festive fun and frolics on Northallerton High St on Sunday 2 December from 12-5pm. Come along to visit Santa in his grotto, marvel at the three wise man on their marvellous camels, follow the festive trail, enjoy winter fayre and mulled wine and join in the carols. Fully accessible. Free parking on street and in council car parks on Sundays. Come and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year. We promise YULE have a great time! Love Christmas? LOVENORTHALLERTON.COM

Thirsk

Thirsk Christmas Fayre Weekend 23rd-25th November 2018 Friday 24th Nov – 4pm to 7:30pm Saturday 25th Nov – 10am to 4pm Sunday 26th Nov – 10am to 4pm Other events taking place over the Switch-on weekend include: Julian Norton, The Yorkshire Vet – Book signing, Sunday 26th November, 12.00pm at the Christmas Fayre, Thirsk Town Hall Squires Annual Toy Run – Sunday 26th November, 12.00pm entertainment begins. 13.30pm arrival in Thirsk town centre. All toys donated to go to Thirsk Clock & Thirsk Community Care, including music from The Bootleggers & The Drivers. This event is proudly sponsored by Calverts Carpets.

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Television and stage star Louie Spence will lead the cast of this year’s spectacular family pantomime Aladdin at Darlington Hippodrome, alongside last year’s returning stars Zoe Birkett, Eric Potts and Liam Mellor and will be joined by screen star Robin Askwith from Saturday 8 December.

played the Wicked Queen in last year’s pantomime, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, a role for which she was nominated for Best Female Villain at this year’s Great British Pantomime Awards

Television personality, presenter and choreographer Louie Spence pirouetted into the nation’s consciousness thanks to the overwhelming success of Sky One’s Pineapple Dance Studios and Louie Spence’s Showbusiness, solidifying Louie’s reputation as an expert on all things dance. In addition to his television experience Louie has enjoyed an extensive stage career appearing in Miss Saigon and Cats and danced alongside Take That and the Spice Girls. Louie will play the Genie of the Ring in Aladdin, his ninth foray into pantomime, bringing with him the high kicks and high jinks he’s best known for.

Returning for another year as Darlington’s ultimate Dame, Coronation Street star Eric Potts will star as Widow Twankey, Old Peking’s ultimate laundry lady. Having starred in and written numerous pantomimes over the last two decades, Eric wowed Darlington crowds as Nora Crumble last year with his array of stunning outfits, quick-fire wit and stage presence, and will once again direct this year’s production.

The West End leading lady, Darlingtonborn Zoe Birkett, will star as the beautiful Princess Jasmine having

Aladdin will be produced by Qdos Entertainment, the world’s biggest pantomime producer, and the team behind Darlington’s annual pantomime, who guarantee another must-see production packed with a lamp-full of audience participation, sensational music and dancing, jawdropping special effects and fantastic festive entertainment suitable for all ages.

Aladdin runs at Darlington Hippodrome from Saturday 8 December to Sunday 6 January. To book call 01325 405405 or visit www. darlingtonhippodrome.co.uk To be in with a chance of winning a Family Ticket (4 tickets, minimum 1 adult) on Sunday 30 December at 5.30pm, simply answer this question correctly and send together with your name, address and telephone number to: Snow White, Northallerton In Focus Competition, Marketing Dept., Darlington Hippodrome, Parkgate, Darlington DL1 1RR. Entries must be received by Friday 14 December, the winner will be contacted by phone.

Question: Louie Spence is best known for being a? A Singer b. A Dancer c. A Mime Artist

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Ingredients

DIFFICULTY: SUPER EASY

- Unsalted butter , for greasing - 500g mixed dried fruit , such as cranberries, cherries, apricots, sultanas, raisins - 100g dates - 3 tablespoons crystallised ginger - 1 orange - 125g suet - 125g plain flour - 125g caster sugar - 150g fresh breadcrumbs - 2 tablespoons Vin Santo or brandy - 1 handful of chopped nuts , such as pecans, Brazils, hazelnuts - 1 large free-range egg - 150 ml milk - golden syrup , to serve

Method

Grease a 1.5 litre pudding bowl. Destone and chop the dates, and roughly chop the ginger, then place in a large bowl. Finely grate in the orange zest, then mix all the remaining ingredients together, except for the golden syrup. Transfer the mixture to the greased bowl and cover with a double layer of tin foil. Tie a piece of string around the side of the bowl. Place the bowl in a large saucepan, and pour in enough water to come halfway up the sides of the bowl. Bring to the boil, place a tight-fitting lid on the pan, and simmer for 3 hours – don’t forget to check the

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water regularly, making sure that it never boils dry, because if it does, it will burn and the bowl will crack. When the time’s up, remove the foil, turn out on to a plate, drizzle with golden syrup and decorate it as you like. You can also light it with brandy if you want to be really fancy. Recipe by Jamie Olivier

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Show your children the Planet Mars For the remaining weeks of the year if you look towards the South around 7.00 pm in the evening you will see the wonderful red planet of Mars. Now is the opportunity to show your children this most delightful planet before settling them down to bed. You will note that as the evening progresses the planet will move across the sky towards the South West before setting. In addition you will also note that it will be in a slightly different position each evening at 7.00 pm due to both the Earth and Mars both orbiting the Sun at different rates of motion.

What do we know about Mars? Courtesy NASA

Is there life on Mars?

This is the $64,000 Question. NASA reports of “the possible presence of liquid water on Mars, either in its ancient past or preserved in the subsurface today”. Imagine the excitement if some form of microscopic life either past or present was to be found. NASA’s Mars Exploration Program is exploring for these signs of life under a program known as “Seek Signs of Life”.

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I find that children (and for that matter the majority of adults), are always excited when seeing a planet for the first time. So don’t be bashful wrap up warm and show the children this most illustrious planet. It will only take a few minutes and I guarantee they will ask you to see it again, you will not be disappointed.

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Winter Solstice: Friday 21st Decem-

• Mars is the fourth planet from the Sun and is the second smallest planet in the solar system and named after the Roman god of war. It is described as the Red Planet because when the conditions are right it has a reddish appearance. • A day on Mars is about 24.6 hours and a year is about 687 Earth days. • Like Earth, Mars has polar ice caps, clouds in its atmosphere, seasonal weather patterns, volcanoes and canyons (which many years ago were considered to be canals). • It has the tallest mountain in the Solar System called Olympus Mons which is 21km high and 600km in diameter. • Dust storms are quite prevalent that can last for months so much so that NASA’s Opportunity Rover has been unable to recharge its batteries by using the solar energy of the Sun since it last sent a signal on June 10th 2018.

ber 22.22 hours. The Sun reaches its furthest point south giving us the shortest day and longest night. Planets Mercury: Can be observed low down in the western sky at sunset on 6th November and low down at dawn in the eastern sky on 15th December. Venus: From mid November will be observed around dawn in the east rising earlier each day so that in December will be clearly seen from about 04.00 hours. Mars: Observable during both November and December (please refer to above article) Jupiter: Too close to the Sun during November to be visible and in December and very low at dawn to the left and below Mercury and Venus. Saturn: Not observable during November but will appear low in the South West after sunset during December. May I wish all readers a Wonderful Peaceful Festive Season John Harris

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Why wear a Poppy? It’s over a century since more than nine million soldiers were killed during the First World War. The last of the veterans from that era are dead and many young people know little about the causes and devastating aftermath of the conflict. Many refuse to wear a poppy because they think it glorifies war. Perhaps it’s more important than ever that we discuss the poppy’s place in history. Much of the worst fighting in World War 1 took place in Flanders, the western part of Belgium. The area suffered terribly, with homes, farms, roads and trees all completely destroyed. The land became a bleak, muddy graveyard for the thousands of soldiers who fell there. One plant, however, thrived in the disturbed soil and that was the poppy. Year after year, as the warm weather arrived, the poppies bloomed and turned the grim bare ground into a sea of red. At that time, fighting in Flanders was a young Lieutenant, Colonel John McCrae, a Canadian physician. In May 1915, his close friend and fellow soldier was killed in action. Seeing the poppies growing alongside his grave moved McCrae to write the poem ‘In Flanders Fields’, which was later published in Punch magazine. The idea to use the poppy as a symbol of remembrance for dead soldiers came from an American professor and YWCA worker, Moina Michael, in 1918. She wrote a poem in reply to McCrae’s called ‘We Shall Keep the Faith’ and started to sell

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silk poppies. The idea was adopted by the American Legion in 1920 and she became known as ‘The Poppy Lady’. In 1921, Anna E Guerin started making artificial poppies in France and gained the support of Field Marshal Douglas Haig, founder of the Royal British Legion. The first poppy appeal was held on Armistice Day 1921. It was hugely popular and, despite a recommended selling price of threepence per poppy, single petals sold for £5. In all, the appeal raised £106,000 – that’s nearly £30 million in today’s terms! In recent years some people have chosen to wear a white poppy, either instead of or alongside a traditional red one. White poppies symbolise pacifism and also remember the civilians killed in conflicts past and present, as well as the soldiers. The idea is not a modern one as I originally assumed; it was initially put forward in 1926 by the No More War Movement, and the first white poppies were sold by the Cooperative Women’s Guild in 1933. They are now distributed by the Peace Pledge Union, a British pacifist non-governmental organisation that works for a world without war. However you choose to wear your poppy this year I hope you now have a greater understanding of the interesting and complex story behind this iconic flower. By Sarah Davey

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Look out for your voucher book of Northallerton offers! Watch out for your Little Book of Treats in the post very soon! The Little Book of Treats is brought to you by Love Northallerton, Northallerton’s business led community organisation. Inside it you will find lots of fantastic treats, free stuff, offers, discounts and more. Full details can be found here: www.lovenorthallerton.com so if you run out of vouchers, why not download more from the offers page and share them with family and friends? Love offers? Lovenorthallerton Featuring offers from: Bettys, Lewis & Cooper, Joe Cornish Galleries, Barkers, G. Clarke Barbers and many more

Northallerton Business Improvement District (BID) is run by our members, for the benefit of Northallerton. The aim of the organisation is to promote Northallerton as a fantastic place to visit, live and work. This is done through a number of initiatives including the Little Book of Treats. Full details about BID, and how you can get involved, can be found here: www.lovenorthallerton.com

Reasons to Shop Local

You boost the local economy - For every £1 spent with a small or medium-sized business 63p stayed in the local economy, compared to 40p with a larger business. You increase the value of your home - High streets populated with thriving independent businesses boost the prices of nearby homes. Discount stores and charity shops decrease home values in the area. It is more ethical - When you shop at local butchers, bakers, farm shops and green grocers, it is likely that a decent percentage of the produce has had a short fieldto-fork journey. As a bonus it means the food is likely to contain more nutrients and have less packaging You support local entrepreneurs - Head for your local artisan market. These help foster the talents of the next generation of British designers and retailers. There is a constant turnover of new products, and

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sellers listen to customers’ demands. From food to fledgling clothing designers there will be something for everyone. You help to build your local community - Bookshops, cafes and craft shops often drum up custom by hosting events, from reading groups to knitting clubs and children’s events. If local businesses are not supported, these fun local groups tend to disappear too.

You might get a better deal or some good advice - Local independent businesses can use their discretion to reward regular custom. Butchers will give advice on cooking times, and how large a joint you might need to feed a family gettogether, with some leftovers. Get to know your local traders. By Tom Hancock

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Local MP amongst guests at Older Persons Fair The Northallerton U3A (University of the Third Age) were invited to The Older Persons Fair in The Golden Lion Northallerton on Wednesday September 26th from 10am -1pm, tea coffee and biscuits were served. They were among 35 other representatives providing information and assistance at the event, which was hosted by Local MP Rishi Sunak. It was very well attended. U3A

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attendance to answer any questions, on display were examples from various groups and activities which are available. It attracted a number of new members and Committee members used the opportunity to network with other groups and obtain details of prospective new speakers for their monthly meetings. Details of Northallerton U3A are accessible via the website, the Library and the Forum.

CCTV Camera will protect Northallerton against crime A new security camera part-funded by local businesses will extend pro-tection against crime and antisocial behaviour in Northallerton. Northallerton Business Improvement District has contributed £7,000 towards the cost of the roadside CCTV camera outside Sainsbury’s supermarket at the north end of the town.

“This new camera now gives the town full electronic surveillance from north to south of the its major commercial areas. Not only is it an important deterrent against crime, it also sends a strong signal of our intention to protect people and property.”

It will link with other cameras in main shopping areas provided by Hambleton District Council to provide 24-hour surveillance and public reassurance.

Hambleton District Council owns 46 fixed cameras covering the main shopping areas of Northallerton, Thirsk, Stokesley and Bedale, as well as three mobile cameras that can be deployed in crime or anti-social “hot spots” according to need.

“We are delighted to work with Hambleton District Council to strengthen Northallerton’s reputation as a safe place to work, shop and visit,” says BID Manager Julia Robinson.

Councillor Bridget Fortune, Hambleton District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Leisure, said: “CCTV cameras have a proven track record in helping to prevent and detect crime, anti-social

behaviour, drug and alcohol misuse, vandal-ism, shoplifting and driving offences. “And we are delighted to work in partnership with Northallerton BID and Safer Hambleton to extend the camera coverage. This latest camera will help enor-mously to strengthen public reassurance and deter crime.”

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Photo shows (left to right) Julie Hutson, Northallerton BID board member, Julia Robinson, Northallerton BID Manager, Sergeant Simon Wilson of North Yorkshire Police, Paul Greig, landlord of the Standard Inn, and Councillor Bridget Fortune, Hambleton District Council’s Portfolio Holder for Leisure **

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Picking the perfect Christmas Tree Christmas comes but once a year, and picking out the perfect tree to jolly up the living room is a family ritual full of fun and promise. But with all the different types of trees out there, it’s hard to know which one is right for your holiday display. And knowing how to keep it green and fragrant once you deck it out is a talent that eludes many a yuletide reveler.

So before you turn your tannenbaum into the Charlie Brown special, take a few tips from our experts on how to pick one, measure for it, and make sure it lasts through December 25 and maybe into the New Year. Measure Twice, Buy Once Before you head out to the farm or tree sale, make sure you know just what size tree you can fit in your house. Measure the height of your ceiling, but remember to subtract the height of your stand and

the tree topper you want to use to get the maximum tree height you can fit. Also clear the space where you’ll put the tree and see how deep it is. Different species are different girths, so you want to be sure you won’t be squishing the branches against the wall. And keep an eye on the size of your stand. You want to be sure the trunk of your tree will fit in it, and that it’s big enough to keep your tree upright. Shop local For the freshest and healthiest tree, you should patronise an established tree farm or a sale that brings in trees from local farms. The ones that the farms sell are grown specifically to retain their needles. Most Christmas trees are cut about 3 to 4 weeks before they arrive on the sale. Get a Live One (or at Least a Not-SoDead One) Once you’re perusing the trees, picking

the right tree is like picking ripe mango: you should smell and touch. 1. Test the branches. Grab any branch on the tree between your thumb and forefinger, gently clamp down and pull towards yourself. If you end up with a handful of needles, the tree is already past its prime. 2. Crush the needles in your hand and then check the scent. “If the tree doesn’t smell enough, don’t buy it,” is our advice. 3. Bounce the tree by holding it a few inches above the ground and dropping it. If the exterior needles fall off, it’s sure sign of a bad apple. Needles that fall off from the interior of the tree are normal. 4. Make absolutely sure the tree’s trunk fits your stand. Trimming the diameter of the tree by cutting away the bark will strip the tree of its cambium layer, which absorbs water. If this happens your tree is a goner. Wrap It Up Before you tie up the tree, have the attendant put it through a shaker (if they have one—some farms use a blower, though a vigorous bounce will do as well). This will shake off any dead, interior needles. Don’t worry—it’s perfectly natural for an evergreen to have some dead needles on it from fall. Make a Fresh Cut Cutting the end off the trunk is critical

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to opening up the veins that will deliver water to the branches. Use a pruning saw, and take at least an inch off. You can have the tree farm do it before you leave if you’re headed for home, but you should wait if you’re going to be out more than four hours. Otherwise, the end will glaze over with new pitch, and the tree won’t take up water. Up She Goes Now you’ll have to fit the tree into the stand. Most stands have small prongs in the bottom to hold the centre of the tree. After the trunk has been cut you may have to remove a few bottom limbs so that you can make contact with those prongs and the bottom of the trunk rests on the bottom of the tree stand—if not, the tree could swing side to side. While the tree is still wrapped in mesh, place it on its side and use a rubber mallet to drive the stand’s prongs securely onto the trunk before tightening up the thumbscrews that hold the tree in the stand. Drink up Once the tree is upright, add clean water—a lot of it—as soon as possible. In the first couple of days the tree is going to suck up at least a gallon of water. The actual amount a tree can consume varies, so be vigilant the first two days, refilling when the stand gets low until the levels stay steady. Never let the water level drop beyond the cut end or you run the risk of pitch forming, which will seal off the tree’s ability to absorb water.

A Wonderful Whitegates Christmas

Whitegates Nursery at West Rounton are having a wonderful and unique Christmas offering this year, with everything from home-grown Christmas trees to decorations, gifts and plants to the fabulous café with delicious homemade food. In Spring 2018 their fantastic new extension and café opened and has had a super response from customers who love the new and improved Garden Centre. With one of best Christmas displays in the area and a great mix of vintage, modern, traditional and quirky decorations all innovatively displayed. Whitegates grown, fresh cut Christmas trees are all spectacularly displayed to help you choose your perfect tree. They are all set out under cover so you and your tree can stay dry whatever the weather. With hundreds to choose from their team will be on hand to help you every step of the way including loading into your car. Choose from luxury artificial Christmas trees, ranging from very small to very tall that will last a lifetime. They have a super selection of pot grown trees too. Holly wreaths are handmade at the Nursery with many different styles available from

door wreaths to the more traditional and a number of different sizes. Plants are their speciality and Christmas is no exception with poinsettias, orchids, hyacinths and many more plus a great choice of seasonal planters, baskets and arrangements too. A visit to the ever popular café is a must. They have a great festive menu and a fabulous choice of breakfasts, lunches, cakes and delicious scones. The beautiful décor and warm friendly atmosphere make the café a superb addition to Whitegates.

business that creates an individual, exciting and unique customer experience. A must visit if you have never been before! Whitegates Nursery West Rounton, Northallerton. DL6 2LL This Christmas you can take a Selfie on Santa’s Sleigh, upload and tag Whitegates Nursery and have a chance to win a family meal for 4 in their superb café!

Phone: 01609 882355 info@whitegatesnursery.co.uk www.whitegatesnursery.co.uk

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Town Campaigns Against Controversial Parking Regime Business leaders are campaigning to overhaul a deeply unpopular parking regime they claim is driving shoppers away from Northallerton. Traders blame parking problems for a worrying decline in town-centre footfall and a significant increase in empty shops. They claim Northallerton is seriously disadvantaged against neighbouring market towns where charges are more relaxed and are calling on North Yorkshire County Council to extend free parking on the High Street. “These are worrying times for shop and business owners who believe the economic prosperity of Northallerton is at risk,” says Julia Robinson, manager of Northallerton Business Improvement District, which this week published a hard-hitting report on the town’s parking problems. “An overwhelming majority of just under 100 businesses surveyed tell us there has been a negative or very negative effect on trade since charges were introduced on the High Street in 2014. “They’re angry because it’s not a level playing field. Thirsk, Stokesley, Bedale and Yarm all have one-hour free parking, yet in Northallerton it’s just 30 minutes. “Customers feel rushed and spend much less time in the shops. Many of them are giving up altogether and turning to out-oftown retail parks where there is plenty of free parking. The long-term consequences

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are really worrying and we must act now to make it easier for shoppers to park in Northallerton.

with North Yorkshire County Council to find solutions - but one-hour free parking on the High Street is a must.”

“We’ve all seen the devastating effects on Darlington from the closure of major stores, and we don’t want to see a similar collapse in retail trade here. An hour’s free parking on the High Street would make all the difference - and we are calling on North Yorkshire County Council to grab the initiative on this before it’s too late.”

Other recommendations in the BID report include: • Embracing new pay technology such as smartphone apps in all the town’s car parks • Improving sustainable transport with new bus and cycle routes and park-and-

The BID report claims the council has failed to show its original objectives for introducing High Street charges - to improve traffic flow, ease congestion, reduce pollution and minimise potential road safety hazards - have been met. It says that not only are the charges unpopular, there is confusion over signage around the town and anomalies over enforcement. Northallerton has an assortment of local authority and private car parks, with Hambleton District Council operating the major site in the Applegarth and disc zones also employed. “We have big new housing developments going up to the north of Northallerton and parking problems are only going to get worse,” says Ms Robinson. “This is about safeguarding Northallerton’s reputation as an attractive market town full of wonderful independent shops. We believe this unfair parking regime is putting businesses and jobs at risk. “It’s time for some intelligent, joined-up thinking. We are more than happy to work

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Winter Travel Tips Winter needn’t be hell on the roads – our survival guide will help you get through the time of year when you’re most likely to break down. While it’s typically the season of delays, arming yourself with the right kit will make a big difference if you do get stuck. If a lorry jack-knifes ahead of you, chances are you’ll be stuck for a long time, even if you have winter tyres or snow chains. So, make up a winter emergency kit to keep in the boot – chances are you won’t need it but you’ll be glad it’s there if you do. Year-round essentials • A fully charged mobile phone (with the AA app installed). • An in-car phone charger or power pack. • Sunglasses • Personal medication • First aid kit • A road atlas – in case of diversions. • Sat-nav or a printed route for an unfamiliar journey. • Your AA membership card • Winter emergency kit

Severe weather extras • When bad weather’s forecast and you have to travel, pack these essentials, too: • A warm winter coat, scarf, hat, gloves and warm clothes • Waterproofs • Sturdy footwear • A flask of hot drink

Keep in your car throughout the winter: • A blanket, rug or sleeping bag. • Shovel. • Ice scraper and de-icer • Torch and batteries • Snacks – chocolate or cereal bars • Extra screenwash

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