Lewisham Life autumn 2018 by Lewisham Council

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Autumn 2018

Flying start-ups Business is booming in Deptford Market Yard

Emergency services

Find out how the 999 Club is helping homeless people

Alley-oop! Steve Bucknall on coaching Lewishamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rising basketball stars

Choosing schools? Get the lowdown from parents of Year 7 students

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Welcome This autumn, we head back to school to hear from the parents of Year 7 children about their experience of applying for secondary school (page 20). On page 12, we speak to volunteers and homeless service users at the 999 Club in Deptford – the chosen charity of Damien Egan, Mayor of Lewisham. Turn to page 16 to read about three businesses that are flourishing in Deptford Market Yard. Finally, see how former NBA player Steve Bucknall is helping young people in Lewisham to become international basketball stars (page 15).

Contents 4 Community news 12 Help end homelessness 15 Steve Bucknall shoots the breeze

12 16 Deptford Market Yard 20 Applying for secondary school 23 What’s on 31 Your council

Editor: Kirsty Murdoch Graphic Designer: Nancy Yuill Photography: Marc Brenner, Tariq Chaudry, Istockphoto.com, Horniman Museum and Gardens, © B&C Alexander / ArcticPhoto, MeganTaylor, Emily Valentine, Nancy Yuill Editorial: 020 8314 7027 Email: lewishamlife@lewisham.gov.uk Advertising: 020 3869 2343 Issue 124 autumn 2018. Printed by Sterling Solutions. Lewisham Council does not accept responsibility for goods or services offered by advertisers. Please use your recycling bin when you dispose of this and other magazines.

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Refugees welcome More refugees are going to be resettled in Lewisham than any other borough in London. About 100 families will benefit from Lewisham Council’s refugee resettlement programme, which helps families find housing, jobs and school places. In 2017, the Council started supporting 15 refugee families from Syria and Iraq – around 70 people in total – and received fantastic community backing for the scheme. Residents offered their homes and donated household items and furniture, while 10 restaurants gave free meals to refugees. Voluntary and charity organisations have helped the families to integrate, especially through essential English language lessons. The Council aims to make

Lewisham a borough of sanctuary, protecting the rights of all migrants, asylum seekers and refugees. It is the 15th most diverse borough in the country and has a proud history of welcoming migrants

A sweet idea to prevent childhood obesity Around 40% of children in the borough are obese or overweight when they start secondary school. The Government is consulting on changes to laws to help prevent childhood obesity. Two of their ideas are: banning TV adverts for high-sugar products aimed at children before 9pm fewer 2-for-1 deals and other offers on high-sugar products in shops, restaurants, cafés and takeaways.

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Lewisham Council wants to back these proposals with the support of 5,000 residents. If that could include you, take 30 seconds to sign up to the Sugar Smart Lewisham campaign at www.lewisham.gov.uk/ sugarsmartresident.

since the Second World War. If you would like to support the programme, especially if your business can offer training or employment opportunities, email svpr@lewisham.gov.uk.

Bags of goodness Lee Greens recently delivered its 10,000th bag of fresh, locally sourced, organic veg to food lovers in the borough. The not-for-profit scheme, which won a Mayor’s Business Award for the Environment last year, now delivers to over 150 customers every week. To keep up with demand, they will soon be opening a new pickup point in Catford. Follow @leegreens on Twitter, search #leegreens on Instagram or visit www.leegreens.org for news and healthy recipes. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Send us your community news Please send your news to lewishamlife@lewisham.gov.uk. The last date to be considered for our winter issue, published at the end of November 2018, is 26 October. We cannot guarantee any submission will be included.

On yer bike Do you want to start cycling? If you live, work or study in the borough, you can borrow a bike for one month for just £10. The bike comes with everything you need to get started, including a helmet, lock and hi-vis vest. If you’re not a confident cyclist, you can also sign up for free one-to-one cycling lessons for over-18s. Beginners can learn how to ride a bike, and more experienced riders can learn how to navigate heavy traffic. Local parent Mubeen said, ‘I hired a bike through the £10 scheme and also did a free cycling lesson. I have been cycling to work ever since. I recently started a new job in Westminster and I never would have thought I could cycle there and back if I hadn’t been prompted to get back into cycling through the scheme.’ See how to sign up to the schemes at www.lewisham.gov.uk/cycling.

Roll call If you live in the borough, you will have been sent a form in the post asking you to confirm or update the information held about you on the electoral register. You may have also received an email reminder. Please respond as soon as possible, even if there are no changes. You are legally required to fill in the form, which you can do by post, text, phone or online. To return the form online, visit www.householdresponse.com/ lewisham by 30 November. You will need to enter your postcode and the two security codes in your letter or email. Lewisham HMO JCD July2018.pdf

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Home improvements If you or someone you live with is disabled, you may be eligible for a grant of up to £30,000 to adapt your home and make it safe, warm and accessible. The grant is means-tested, unless you already get means-tested benefits or the adaptations are for a disabled child. This means you may need to contribute to the cost of the work, depending on your financial situation. If you need more than £30,000, you can also apply for an interest-free loan of up to £15,000. To find out more, visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/ disabledfacilitiesgrant or call 020 7138 1100.

Get yourself connected Help connect Lewisham to the tube network by backing the campaign to bring the Bakerloo line to the borough. The mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, wants to extend the line through Lewisham. If he gets government approval and secures funding, construction could start in 2023. New Bakerloo line stations at

New Cross Gate and Lewisham would improve transport links in the borough. Trains would run every two to three minutes, journey times will be faster and travelling around London will be easier. The line could also be extended to Ladywell, Catford and Lower Sydenham in the future. To support the campaign, visit www.backthebakerloo.org.uk.

21 years of Crownsavers

A warm welcome In October, Deptford-based creative arts company and charity, Heart n Soul, will take up residency in The Hub at the Wellcome Collection in Euston. The two-year project will see artists, scientists, researchers and clinicians uncovering new insights around the lives of people with autism and learning disabilities. 6

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Since launching in 1987, Heart n Soul has helped people with learning disabilities to develop new artistic skills and talents. Their Hub residency will challenge perspectives by uncovering the concepts of human value, difference and love from the perspective of people with learning disabilities.

Not-for-profit financial credit union Crownsavers is celebrating 21 years of operating in Catford. Crownsavers provides loans and savings services to Lewisham Council employees and anyone working in an SE postcode, and currently has 3,400 members, savings of £3.4million and loans of £2.4million. To volunteer at the co-op, call Dolores Beckford on 020 8698 2996.

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Give plastic the green finger The Horniman Museum and Gardens café in Forest Hill has boosted its environmental credentials by swapping plastic cups, straws and sandwich wrappers for plant-based products. The new eco-friendly packaging, supplied by Vegware, is made from

renewable sources and can be composted with food waste. Introduced on 1 July, the new packaging is the latest green initiative from the café, which also turns food waste into liquid compost to fertilise the Horniman’s 16acre garden. Their menu includes

sustainable fish, free-range eggs, organic and free range meat and Fairtrade tea and coffee. Finding alternatives to bottled water is up next on the café’s to-do list. In the meantime, you can buy reusable water bottles from the gift shop and get free tap water refills.

Good news for book worms and night owls You can now access a wide range of books, audiobooks, magazines and newspapers at any time of the day or night. The 24-hour eLibrary is available to anyone who has a Lewisham library card and PIN. So whether you’re at the gym, on the train or even on holiday, you can read or listen to your favourite titles on your smartphone, tablet or PC whenever you want. Download the Libby app to access more than 7,500 books and audiobooks to read offline, or stream them to save space. If you want to read magazines, download the RBdigital app to access over 700 titles, including

the Economist, Grazia and Vogue. You can also read newspapers free online by visiting www.lewisham.gov.uk/elibrary and entering the barcode number on your library card. Once you’re in, you can read over 6,000 newspaper titles, from over 100 different countries in 60 languages. Download the Libby and RBdigital apps from the App Store or Google Play Store, or Libby from the Microsoft Store. If you don’t have a library card, pop into your nearest library branch with your proof of name and address, or apply online at www.lewisham.gov. uk/libraries.

Young athletes on the right track Team Lewisham celebrated success at the London Youth Games on Sunday 8 July, where they lifted the Most Improved Team trophy. www.lewisham.gov.uk

The team performed particularly well in netball, coming in first place after a tight 11-10 victory over Richmond in the final. They also won silver medals in hockey and football.

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Clean streets From left to right: winners Moira Kerrane and Laurentina Risch with Loredana Minini, Chair of Bence House TRA

Bringing home the prizes Lewisham Homes held its annual garden party on Saturday 21 July, where over 500 residents enjoyed a sunny afternoon of live music and entertainment. The event, hosted at the Albany, was a chance for Lewisham Homes to discuss local issues with tenants and hand out awards to outstanding members of the community.

The winners of the five awards were: esident of the year – Steven McKlow R Outstanding personal achievement – Kathleen Tanoh Inspirational community project – Moira Kerrane and Laurentina Risch Creative community engagement – the 2000 Community Action Centre Good neighbour award – Geoff Mason.

CleanupUk runs the Beautiful Boroughs Project, which helps people come together to make their local area cleaner, safer and nicer to live in. The Lewisham Beautiful Boroughs Project launched at Woodpecker Road on Saturday 21 July with support from the Youth First Woodpecker Youth Centre. Despite the sweltering heat, residents managed to clear 11 bags of rubbish and seven bags of recycling in just one hour. Lewisham Council collected all the rubbish, along with fly-tipped items. Volunteers celebrated with cupcakes and much-needed drinks, and each received a Lewisham Local card, a scheme that rewards voluntary action in Lewisham. To find out about upcoming cleanups, call Daniella Levene on 07458 018702 or email daniella.levene@cleanupuk. org.uk.

Be the voice of your generation If you’re going to be aged between 13 and 17 on Wednesday 17 October, you could stand to be the next young mayor of Lewisham. As young mayor, you will represent young people in the borough, advise the Council about 8

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young people’s issues and oversee a budget of at least £25,000. If you think you have what it takes, all you need to do is: collect 50 signatures of support from other young people get your teacher and parent or carer to sign the consent form

s ubmit an application before 5pm on Friday 14 September come to a candidate training day on Saturday 15 September. Download the candidate pack at www.lewisham.gov.uk/ youngmayor or call 020 8314 6354 for more information. www.lewisham.gov.uk

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Nominate your healthcare hero

Have you been a patient at University Hospital Lewisham or Queen Elizabeth Hospital in the past year? If a doctor, nurse, team or member of support staff went the extra mile to make your time in care a little easier, you can nominate them for a Healthcare Hero Award.

The annual staff awards run by Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust are a great opportunity to recognise the outstanding work done by our NHS. To make your nomination, visit www.lewishamandgreenwich.nhs. uk and search for ‘healthcare hero 2018’ or write to FREEPOST LGT by 6 September 2018.

A walk in the park Four ramblers have walked around every park in the borough in just one day. Jack Cornish, Oliver Hicks-Pattinson, Robyn Stephens and Katie McDonald from the Ramblers, a walking charity, completed the 25.6-mile

walk in 10 hours, with temperatures reaching 30 degrees celsius. Their journey saw them visit all 45 parks in Lewisham, recently judged to be one of the top three boroughs for parks in the capital by the charity Parks for London.

Lewisham Council wants your views on the borough’s parks and open spaces. The consultation will help make sure our green spaces meet the needs of residents, businesses and park visitors for years to come. The consultation is open until mid-October. Take part at https://consultation. lewisham.gov.uk/environment/ newparks.

Tip top recycling You can use your recycling bin to dispose of paper, metal, glass and plastic. Your bin is collected weekly, but only if you put the right items in it. Our top recycling tips are: empty all items rinse out glass, metal and plastic containers flatten cardboard boxes remove the lids of glass and plastic bottles leave your bin on, or by, the pavement before 6am on your collection day. Find out more at www.lewisham. gov.uk/recyclable.

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Local assembly funds are now open, with local assemblies across the borough offering funding for projects that meet their priorities. Each ward has a total of £15,000 available. If you have an idea for a project that could benefit your community, visit www.lewisham. gov.uk/localassemblies to find out more. www.lewisham.gov.uk

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Punching above their weight Twelve children from the Nomad Taekwondo club in Forest Hill have represented Great Britain this year at tournaments in Lille, Hamburg and London. The

team, aged between eight and 17, won gold medals as individual competitors, synchronised pairs and synchronised teams. The junior athletes, who are all

self-funded, have set their sights on the world championships in China in November 2018 and the European championships in Denmark in April 2019.

To make a donation to the cost of competing, visit www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/teamnomad.

New homes popping up Lewisham Council has given the go-ahead to two innovative schemes that will see new homes being built in the borough. The Council has approved 47 new pop-up council homes in Lee, which will house homeless families. The development is being designed by the Richard Rogers partnership, which created the PLACE/Ladywell temporary housing units. The Council has also granted planning permission for London’s largest self-build scheme in Ladywell. The project, which is coordinated by the Rural Urban Synthesis Society, will help 33 families onto the housing ladder.

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Delivering clean air Road transport causes almost half of London’s air pollution. One third of this comes from delivery vehicles, such as vans and trucks. Lewisham Council has joined forces with four other London boroughs to launch the Clean Air Villages project. The Defrafunded scheme will put £232,850 towards helping businesses, schools and other organisations reduce their emissions by making

local deliveries more efficient. The project is being delivered by the Cross River Partnership, which will work with organisations in 10 air quality hotspots across the five boroughs, including Deptford High Street and Lewisham town centre. The four other boroughs involved in the project are Hammersmith and Fulham, Lambeth, Islington and Kensington and Chelsea.

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Homebound The 999 Club in Deptford provides free food, shelter, advice and activities to 700 homeless people every year

ounded in 1992 by members of the St. Paul’s congregation in Deptford, the 999 Club is now based on Deptford Broadway on the site of a former nightclub. In June, the charity was chosen by Damien Egan, Mayor of Lewisham as his charity for the next 18 months. Having experienced homelessness in his youth, Damien understands the vital work homeless shelters do. Over the next 18 months, he will host a number of events to raise funds for the charity. The mayor has also pledged to deliver 1,000 new social homes and four developments for homeless families. To make a donation to the 999 Club, visit www.999club.org.

More than just a shelter Every morning, the 999 Club opens to rough sleepers, who can use the showers, do their laundry and get breakfast. Then anyone who is homeless, or vulnerably housed, can get help with housing, accessing benefits and getting ID. ‘We try to help people move into a better situation,’ explains Andrew Mitchell, Head of Fundraising. ‘Our activities programme helps people develop new skills and gain qualifications. It also allows them to be creative and get their confidence and self-esteem back. This can help them find work and volunteering opportunities.’ The club also operates a night shelter, which has just been expanded into a yearround service. ‘People think

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homelessness is just a problem in the winter when it’s cold,’ Andrew says, ‘but homeless people are just as vulnerable in the summer.’ Health visitors provide advice and support, and an NHS nurse visits once a week. ‘We recently got a GP, which we’re delighted about,’ Andrew says.

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Damien Egan, Mayor of Lewisham and Tim Fallon, CEO of the 999 Club

The profile of people facing homelessness is changing. ‘When people imagine a typical rough sleeper, they tend to think of a middle-aged man, who may have had mental health or alcohol problems,’ says Tim Fallon, the charity’s CEO. ‘We do get some people like that, but we’re seeing more and more young people and people who’ve

been evicted by private landlords.’ The club has also seen an increasing number of people who are in work but are sleeping rough. Some of the club’s clients even work full time, but can’t afford the cost of accommodation in London. ‘Our biggest challenge is to raise enough funds to support our work,’ Tim explains. In July, the charity received funding

A success story Barry Stanley is one of the thousands of people who have been helped by the 999 Club, where he now volunteers. Barry stayed in the winter shelter for eight nights after discovering he was homeless when he returned to England from Nicaragua. ‘They fed me and washed my clothes, I had showers and new clothes to wear,’ he says, ‘it was good.’ He started looking for somewhere to live, and found the bedsit where he lives now. ‘The 999 Club gave me the confidence to get back into

life,’ Barry says. ‘It was like they helped me take the next step on the ladder.’ Once he’d found somewhere to live, one of the organisers at the club asked Barry if he’d consider volunteering, which he’s been doing for 10 months. ‘This morning someone at the shelter told me he sees a light at the end of the tunnel now. He’d been homeless for a long time and had no friends. He’s got friends now, he calls me his friend. That’s the most rewarding thing about volunteering.’

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Help for those that need it most The causes of homelessness can be extremely varied. John* was referred to the charity from a hospital bed, having attempted suicide after a violent break-up with an ex-partner. ‘The 999 Club has been brilliant. They listened to what happened to me and gave me a space in the night shelter,’ says John. ‘I’ve got help with housing applications and they’ve been helping me buy food as well.’

The club also helps people to feel part of a community. ‘We went out on a day trip recently to Kew Gardens, which was really nice,’ John tells us. ‘I used to work in a horticultural nursery, so there wasn’t much I didn’t know about the plants, but it was nice to be able to take my mind off things. I made a few friends that day as well.’ Most of the staff at the club are volunteers, which John appreciates. ‘There are some real good people

ss from the Government’s Rough Sleeping Initiative, meaning the night shelter can stay open from September until March 2019. But there is still more to do. Tim wants the charity to do more prevention work, ‘If people in social or private rented housing can’t pay their rent, they can end up being homeless. So we would like to work with

landlords and tenants to try and prevent people becoming homeless in the first place.’ Other challenges include providing enough emergency accommodation for everyone who needs it, and rehousing people as quickly as possible. ‘Most of the people we work with aren’t eligible for social housing, and renting privately is often not affordable.’

here. Even once you’re housed they won’t stop working with you, you’re still welcome to come in and have a chat.’

Could you volunteer? The 999 Club is in urgent need of volunteers to: l do an evening or morning shift at the night shelter l help homeless people develop employability and life skills l give administrative support. To find out more about volunteering, visit www.999club.org.

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Former NBA player and current Lewisham resident, Steve Bucknall, on playing basketball for the Los Angeles Lakers and retiring to form the London Thunder Basketball Club I was 14 years old when I moved from England to America. After high school, I was offered a full scholarship to the University of North Carolina where I played basketball for four years. That’s when I was offered NBA tryouts with Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Lakers. A lot of people told me I’d never make it. When people tell me that I can’t do something, I use that as my drive to prove them wrong. The Lakers were my boyhood dream team and even now I sometimes can’t believe I played for them. I was in awe when I got to the Lakers. As a young person, you try to be cool, but my heart was pounding when I went on the floor with Magic Johnson, James Worthy, Byron Scott – these are legendary names and I had an opportunity to play with them. I started London Thunder in 2007, after I retired from professional basketball. We’ve grown from a club with just four people to over 250, and we always do well. My father was a Jamaican who came over in the 60s. He was all about hard work and determination, which he instilled in me. We encourage the kids to have those attributes, which they can take into the real world, regardless of what they’re doing later in life. We’re all about developing home-grown talent in Lewisham. We’ve produced over 30 internationalstandard players who have gone on to play for their country, which is an incredible achievement for such a small club. It’s the staff, the safe environment, the volunteers – we make it a place of growth and development. We get a lot of young people from inner London who need support and guidance. Many are from single-parent or low-income families. We want to build their confidence and help them strive for their dreams

We want to build their confidence and help them strive for their dreams and not set their aspirations low. I know that a lot of the kids are told that they can’t make it, that they’re not good enough. Well, we tell them they are. Over the last few years, our biggest challenge has been a lack of funding for community projects like ours. But the most important thing is to get more kids through the door and help put them in the right direction. Plus I’m still searching for the next Steve Bucknall!

To get involved in the London Thunder Basketball Club, visit www.thunderbasketball.net. www.lewisham.gov.uk

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Deptford is our We speak to three traders from Deptford Market Yard, a collection of independent shops, restaurants and new market space

Change is good Adrian Luckie, Mama’s Jerk ‘At Mama’s Jerk we use a secret Caribbean family recipe for our jerk sauce. We’ve created new dishes like jerk chicken in roti wraps, jerk veggie bean cakes and jerk fishcakes. ‘We have a unit at Pop Brixton, but I’ve always loved Deptford because I grew up nearby. When the opportunity came up for me to get a unit in Deptford Market Yard, I assumed that they’d only want trendy businesses occupying the arches. So I was pleasantly surprised when my proposal was accepted and they said my business was exactly what they wanted. ‘I think it’s important to support local people. I get my brioche bread from Hirst Bakery in Lewisham High Street, my fresh salad ingredients from Deptford Market and sometimes my chicken from local butchers on the high street. Over the past year, business has been going well. We get lots of walkins and we take a lot of bookings from Deliveroo and Amazon as we deliver locally

I love Deptford Mariatu Turay, Gitas Portal to New Cross, Peckham and Lewisham. We had a request to cook jerk chicken with the Hairy Bikers on their TV show, which was really fun, and we also did the Evening Standard’s night market in Kensington during last year’s London Food Month. ‘I believe change is good. Being so close to central London and with good transport links, Deptford was bound to change over time. But it’s about how that change happens, how inclusive it is and how local businesses are involved in shaping it.’ Gitas Portal

Mama’s Station Arch 3, Jerk Deptford Market Arch 10, Deptford Market Yard SE8 4BX Yard, SE8 4BX www.gitasportal.com www.mamasjerk.com info@gitasportal.com info@mamasjerkstation.com

‘I first started out on Deptford Market as a casual trader. But in 2016, after 13 years in the civil service, I decided to turn my hobby of designing and making Africaninspired clothing for women into a full-time business. ‘At first it was really hard and some days I wouldn’t get a single sale, but it was a fantastic experience. I really loved the opportunity to network with local people and visitors, and to grow from such challenges. ‘Gitas Portal is a contemporary clothing brand that appeals to women who are bold enough to express their individuality. African print is actually a lot more versatile than many people realise: my pieces range from casual day wear to occasion wear and office wear. We also sell accessories from head

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wraps and belts to gifts and soaps. ‘This is my first bricks and mortar experience and I love my space in the yard. As a resident and local businesswoman, I have a vested interest in the area’s success. I’ve lived in Deptford for nearly 20 years, so I’ve seen how the area has changed. When I first moved here, Deptford was unfortunately seen as a rough place. It’s now much safer due to investments in street lighting and the redesign of public spaces. ‘Deptford is definitely more visually appealing now, but retaining the best of the old while embracing the new is one of the biggest challenges the area still faces. I love Deptford and I’m really excited about where it is heading as the area has so much potential.’

‘Fleur and I run a design studio specialising in branding, web and commercial interiors. We also sell gifts, homeware and stationery, and we work with local makers on everything from cushions to hand-made desks. ‘We used to be based near Clerkenwell, but just over a year ago we decided that we wanted to move from central London and open our own studio and shop space in south London. We both have roots here and we live in Sydenham with our two children. ‘Over the year we’ve been here, business has been good. We worked on our own design project with Wozzy Brewster from the Midi Music Company, which is also in Deptford. We designed and sold our own prints and raised

£480 to help them fund a drum kit for their studios. ‘We also did all of the creative design for last year’s Deptford X Festival and got some really good feedback from that. We’ve just completed designs on a show home in Greenwich. Something we’re looking to do more of is work with local makers in the area and sell their stuff as well. ‘Being in Deptford is great for us. From our point of view, we get to be part of a community. We eat in the local high street, play football at the Deptford Lounge and our kids go to the local park. The area has to grow and find its own way and you can only do that by working together with people in the community. Hopefully we can be a part of that.’

Deptford Market Yard is open seven days a week and can be found just off Deptford High Street, next to Deptford Station. For more information, visit www.deptfordmarketyard.com. Lewisham Life autumn 2018

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Annual general meeting

ome along to the annual general meeting of the NHS Lewisham Clinical Commissioning Group on Thursday 13 September 2018 at 12noon to 1pm. This will be a meeting where the CCG formally presents in public its annual report and accounts for 2017/18. Members of the public are welcome to attend and there will be an opportunity to ask questions to members of the Governing Body about the annual report and accounts. The meeting will be held at NHS Lewisham CCG, Eltham Road, London SE12 8RN.

For more information please visit www.lewishamccg.nhs.net.

The NHS in numbers This year the NHS celebrated its 70th birthday, see how it stacks up in numbers since it was launched in 1948.

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The NHS treats more than 1.4m patients every 24 hours

People now live on average at least 12 years longer than they did in 1948

In 1948, the NHS budget was £437m, in 2017/18 around £110 billion will be spent on the day to day running of NHS in England

In 1948, there were 34 deaths per 100 births. In 2018, the infant mortality rate has dropped to 3.8 per 1000 births

In 1988 the breast and cervical screening programme was introduced for women. In the last 20 years it detected just under a quarter of a million cancers and reported nearly 5m cervical abnormalities

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Do you know your facts about diabetes? Diabetes is a lifelong condition that causes a person’s blood sugar level to become too high. There are two main types of diabetes: l T ype 1 diabetes is where the body’s immune system attacks and destroys the cells that produce insulin. l Type 2 diabetes is where the body doesn’t produce enough insulin, or the body’s cells don’t react to insulin. Type 2 diabetes is far more common than type 1. In the UK, around 90% of all adults with diabetes have type 2. Type 1 diabetes can develop quickly over weeks or even days. Many people have type 2 diabetes for years without realising because the early symptoms tend to be general. If you’re diagnosed with diabetes, you’ll need to eat healthily, take regular exercise and carry out regular blood tests to ensure your blood glucose levels stay balanced. You can use the BMI healthy weight calculator to check whether you’re a healthy weight.

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People diagnosed with type 1 diabetes also require regular insulin injections for the rest of their life. As type 2 diabetes is a progressive condition, medication may eventually be required, usually in the form of tablets. Dr Charles Gostling, Lewisham GP and Clinical Director at NHS Lewisham CCG, said “There are so many benefits to managing your diabetes well. These include reduced visits to your GP and hospital, preventing complications and, with help and effective selfmanagement, living a healthy and fulfilling life.” Visit your GP as soon as possible if you experience the main symptoms of diabetes, which include: l feeling very thirsty l urinating more frequently than usual, particularly at night l feeling very tired l weight loss and loss of muscle bulk l itching around the penis or vagina, or frequent episodes of thrush l cuts or wounds that heal slowly l blurred vision

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education

This autumn, parents of Year 6 children will decide which secondary schools to apply for

To see the open da secondary sc ys for hools the borough across , vis www.lewish it am. gov.uk/ opendays

We speak to four parents from schools across the borough to hear how their Year 7 child has managed the first important year of secondary school.

Oluwabanmi Balogun, ‘St Matthew Academy wasn’t our first choice of school, and to be honest I was worried at the start of the school year. I was concerned that my bright, hard-working daughter wouldn’t be pushed enough academically and her grades would suffer as a result. ‘Throughout Year 7, my daughter has absolutely thrived in the school – she is being challenged in all her lessons and is excelling in all areas, especially Physical Education and the Sciences.

Tanya Robinson, Deptford Green School ‘I did a lot of research when looking for the right school for my son last year. He is a very quiet boy, and I was worried that he would struggle to make friends and would ‘disappear’ in a secondary school environment. We actually live in Southwark, and we visited all of the schools in our borough on their open days. We also visited Deptford Green in the Lewisham borough. ‘We ultimately chose Deptford Green because we felt it had the right environment for our son, 20

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and we’re pleased we did! He’s settled in really well and has made some good friends. We love that they have a summer uniform of polo shirts, and they have been incredibly supportive of the fact that we need to leave school early one day a week so my son can get to his national diving classes. ‘I would advise parents to visit as many schools as you can, and to do it during the day when the school is full of pupils so you can see how they behave in lessons and around the school.’ www.lewisham.gov.uk

Allison Parkinson, Sedgehill School

St Matthew Academy She represents the school in the athletics team and is in the school choir. My previously shy little girl has even joined the debating society, which surprised me! ‘I would recommend that parents visit all of the schools you are thinking about with an open mind and try to put the reputation behind you. St Matthew Academy is improving rapidly every year, and I am looking forward to building our relationship with the school over the next four years.’

Choosing a secondary school If your child is applying for secondary school this year, you should visit as many schools as you can as open days are the best way to learn about a school. You’ll be able to talk with headteachers, staff and pupils while you are visiting, and get a feel for the school and the classrooms. www.lewisham.gov.uk

‘We were initially in two minds about even visiting Sedgehill on the open day, because we thought the school would be too big and impersonal. But all that changed when we spoke to the pupils about their experiences and got a clear sense of their drive, enthusiasm and pride in their school. Sedgehill is a true community school, where children of all abilities and backgrounds are valued and encouraged to excel. ‘Sedgehill has had a tough

time over the past few years, but now it’s on the way up. Staff really care about the children and want them to succeed academically, vocationally and artistically. Discipline is enforced, but children are still treated as individuals and rewarded for their efforts and good behaviour. But don’t just take my word for it! Come and visit the school with your child, speak to the pupils, talk to the staff and then make up your own mind.’

Julia Lambourn, Prendergast Ladywell School ‘At first, I was concerned about sending my son to Prendergast Ladywell School. It wasn’t our first or second choice, so we were disappointed. I had reservations about how our son would settle in. ‘Initially our son had trouble focusing in class, but he has shown good progress. He has made friends and settled into the school well, and is really enjoying Drama. Prendergast Ladywell communicates well on children’s progress, with written reports every three months. It is not a huge school and at the end-of-year achievement evening, I was impressed by how all the teachers knew our son. ‘My advice to parents is to find the right school for your child, and not to be swayed by what your friends are saying. Definitely go to the school open

days and visit again with your child – they have to be there for five years, so it’s important the school is somewhere they can see themselves going. Speak to as many staff and pupils as you can to get a good understanding of the community your child will be joining.’

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Prendergast Vale School We invite you to join us at our

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Wednesday 19 September - 9.15 to 10.30am

● Good in our latest Ofsted inspection ● Excellent GCSE exam results ● Good teaching and learning in every classroom ● Every child supported to do their very best ● Excellent pastoral care for your child’s well being

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autumn events

what’s on This information is prepared a long time before publication. Details of events can change. Please check before travelling that the information here is correct.

Markets, fairs and festivals 2 September

Flavours of the World Festival Experience cultures from around the world at a daytime party with carnival parades, Turkish folk music, Balkan dance beats and North African dance performances. 10.30am–5pm, Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, Forest Hill SE23 3PQ. Free. Call 020 8699 1872 or visit www.horniman.ac.uk.

Please add your community events to our website at www.lewisham.gov.uk/events. Free listings are published at the editor’s discretion. Our winter issue will include events happening in December, January and February. The submission deadline is 1 November 2018.

8–9 September

Front garden sale Pick up pre-loved bargains from participating Brockley residents’ front gardens. 11am–4pm. For details and an interactive map visit www.brockleysociety.org.uk.

9 September

Great North Wood Woodland Festival A family day out in the woods with arts and crafts, a woodland treasure trail, storytelling, pond dipping, bug hunting and more. 10am–6pm, Sydenham Hill Wood and Cox’s Walk, Sydenham SE26 6LS. Free. Visit www.wildlondon. org.uk/whats-on. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Catford Gin Festival

21–30 September

Deptford X Festival 2018 A 10-day annual visual arts festival featuring emerging artists, tours, talks and learning activities taking place in assorted public sites and spaces in Deptford. Various locations around Deptford. Free. Visit www.deptfordx.org.

5–7 October

Catford Gin Festival Gin lovers can enjoy a tipple from a range of producers in

See Shawanda Corbett’s work at Deptford X Festival

an art deco setting. The Broadway Theatre, Catford Road, SE6 4RU. £25. Book tickets at www. catfordginfestival.com.

3–18 November

Lewisham Fringe Festival An eclectic range of plays,

films, kids’ shows, dance, music, stand-up and arts. Various times, The London Theatre, 443 New Cross Road, SE14 6TA. £2–£12. For listings and to book, visit www.thelondontheatre.com or call 020 8694 1888. Lewisham Life autumn 2018

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Lee Green Open Studios A number of local artists from a thriving creative community will open their homes and studios to the public over two weekends. See their work, chat to the makers and buy direct. 12 noon–6pm, various locations around Lee Green. Free. Visit www. leegreenopenstudios.com.

23 November

Winter party Seasonal family-friendly party with live music, raffle, craft and information stalls, face painting, a visit from Father Christmas and a look behind the scenes at the Specialist Dementia Day Service. 5–8pm, Ladywell Centre, 148 Dressington Avenue, Brockley SE4 1JF. Free. Free parking in front of the building. Email esther. wiskerke@lewisham.gov.uk.

Outdoors 29 September

Twilight walk Take in beautiful views and architectural icons on an early evening walk through Blackheath and Greenwich to raise money for two local hospices. Meet from 5pm, walk starts 6pm at Blackheath Common. £20 if you book before 24 Sept, £35 thereafter (adults), £10 (children). To register, visit www.twilightwalk. london.

Daily until 30 September Plonk Crazy Golf Enjoy a Horniman-themed crazy golf course in the gardens – suitable for the young and old. 24

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Club Class Yamal: The Stream of Life

10am–5pm, Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, Forest Hill SE23 3PQ. £6 (adults), £4 (children), £13.50 (family of two adults and two children). Visit www.horniman.ac.uk.

Thursdays

The Albany gardening club Grow your own veggies from seed, such as pea plants and pumpkins – all levels of experience welcome. 4–6.30pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford SE8 4AG. Free, but book in advance. Call 020 8692 4446, email gardening@thealbany. org.uk or visit www.thealbany. org.uk.

First Saturday of the month

Family ride Enjoy quality time with your family cycling down quiet roads and paths from Ladywell to Mayow Park. Meet at 10am outside the Ladywell Fields café. Free. Visit www.lewishamcyclists. co.uk or call Jane on 07826 559603.

Saturdays

Beckenham Place park run Set a personal best on a 5k run where you can go at your own pace. 9am, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham BR3 5HG. Free. Visit www.parkrun.org.uk/ beckenhamplace.

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Entertainment 19 September–6 October

Lifeboat Watch a dramatisation of a true story about two teenage girls who escape war-torn Britain by sea and find themselves fighting for survival on a capsized lifeboat. Suitable for ages 10+. Brockley Jack Studio Theatre, 410 Brockley Road, Brockley SE4 2DH. £16, £13 (concessions). Call 0333 666 3366 or visit www.brockleyjack.co.uk.

20 September

When Harry Met Sally Watch this classic 80s rom-com in the decadent surroundings of the Rivoli Ballroom. Beer, wine and food available. 8–11pm, Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road, Brockley SE4 2BY. Tickets from £12. Call 020 8692 5130 or visit www.croftonparkpictures.com.

22–23 September

Club Class Go on a hilarious charter

flight with a cast of five playing multiple roles in Brechtian style to the music of Steps. Feel free to come in fancy dress! 8pm (Saturday), 6pm (Sunday), The London Theatre, 443 New Cross Road, SE14 6TA. £14. Call 020 8694 1888, email thelondontheatre@ live.co.uk or visit www. thelondontheatre.com.

5–7 October

Four Sticks Go mad in the mosh pit to hard rock, sleaze metal, and screaming vocals from well-known and up-andcoming bands at this classic rock weekender. 6pm, New Cross Inn, 323 New Cross Road, SE14 6AS. £12–£40. Visit www.newcrossinn.com.

17 November

Dvořák: Mass in D, Te Deum, Sonatine Hear the Lewisham Choral Society perform a stirring religious musical score by www.lewisham.gov.uk

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Children and families 6–7 October

A World of Stories

Dvořák followed by a piano and flute duet. 7.30pm, Goldsmiths, University of London, Lewisham Way, New Cross SE14 6NW. £15, £13 (concessions), £5 (students), £2 (16 and under). Email info@lewishamchoralsociety. org.uk or visit or visit www. lewishamchoralsociety.org.uk.

23 November

The Drifters Catch best-selling R&B and soul veterans The Drifters performing hits including Saturday Night at the Movies, Under the Board Walk and Stand By Me. 7.30pm, The Broadway Theatre, Catford SE6 4TU. Standard ticket £29.50. Visit www.broadwaytheatre. org.uk. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Until 6 January

Yamal: The Stream of Life See an exhibition of photographs documenting the everyday lives of an indigenous, formerly nomadic group of people in Siberia. 10am–5.30pm, Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk. Did you know there are Quakers in Lewisham? Come to an art exhibition at our local Meeting House: Saturday 6 October 2–4pm www.foresthillquakers.org

Sydenham Fun Palace People of all ages can share a hobby, interest or skill and make new friends at one of four palace venues in Sydenham. The New Generation Youth Centre, The Grove Centre, The Sydenham Centre and Sydenham Library. For addresses and times, visit www.funpalaces.co.uk (click ‘find a fun palace’ and search ‘Sydenham’) or call Laura Luckhurst on 020 8314 3830.

Mondays and Tuesdays starting 10 September

Scratch code club Children aged 7–12 can get started on coding or develop their existing knowledge – a fun way to improve critical thinking and problem solving skills. 5.30–6.30pm, Lewisham Library, 199–201 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6LG. To book for the autumn term, call Eleanore Richardson on 020 8314 8430 or email lewishamlibrary@ lewisham.gov.uk.

Mondays

Gymnastics Gymnastics sessions for beginners and different age

groups. Children will work towards achieving British Gymnastic awards with support and instruction from coaches. 1.30–2.15pm (age 2+), 2.15–3pm (age 3+), 4.30–5.30pm (ages 5–7), 5.30–6.30pm (ages 6–9) and 6.30–7.30pm (ages 8–12), Downham Health & Leisure Centre, 7–9 Moorside Road, Downham BR1 5EP. £22 a month. Call 020 8461 9200 or email downham@1Life. co.uk or visit www.1life. co.uk/Downham-Healthand-Leisure-Centre.

Tuesdays and Thursdays

Tae Kwon Do Children can improve their mental discipline and physical fitness at these martial arts sessions. 6.30–8.30pm, HAKA Sports Complex, Launcelot Road, Bromley BR1 5EB. First session free then monthly fees. Call 07944 955318 or 07782 300447, email hello@starstarstaekwondo. co.uk or visit www.starstaekwondo.co.uk.

Tuesdays

Children’s creative book club Children aged 5–11 can discover and discuss a different story every week. 4–5pm, Sydenham Community Library, Sydenham Road, SE26 5SE. £3 registration fee. Visit www.sydenhamlibrary. wordpress.com.

Tuesdays

Soft play Take your little ones aged 1–4 to play in a fun and safe environment with a bouncy castle, ball pit and trampette. 10.30–11.30am, Downham

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autumn events Health and Leisure Centre, 7–9 Moorside Road, Bromley BR1 5EP. £2.90 a session. Call 020 8461 9200 or email hpadownham@1life.co.uk.

Wednesdays

Street dance classes Kids can unleash their energy and improve coordination, learning a range of moves to upbeat music. 4.15–5pm (ages 3–7), 5–6pm (ages 8–12) and 5–6pm (ages 12+), Glass Mill Leisure Centre, 41 Loampit Vale, Lewisham SE13 7FT. £7 a class (you must book for a half or full term). Call 07904 313603 or visit www.aimhighacademy.co.uk.

Thursdays

Baby bounce and rhyme Take your baby along for songs, rhymes and stories. 2–2.30pm, Downham Library, 7–9 Moorside Road, Bromley BR1 5EP. Free. Call 020 8314 9705.

Saturdays

Kids’ activities Keep children aged 4+ busy at this weekly session where they can make art and crafts, play lego or take part in board games. 2.30–3.30pm, Torridon Road Community Library, Torridon Road, SE6 1RQ. Free.

Select Sundays throughout the year

A World of Stories Expert storytellers transport children aged 5+ through time and space with interactive stories from around the world. 2–2.45pm and 3.15–4pm, Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, Forest Hill SE23 3PQ. Free. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Older people 28 September

Deptford’s Royal Victoria Yard and the victualing of the Navy Susan Littledale tells the story of Royal Victoria Yard, an important dockyard from the 16th–19th centuries and England’s main depot for feeding the Navy during the Napoleonic wars. 7.30pm, Methodist Church Hall, Albion Way, Lewisham SE13 6BT. Minimum £1 donation. Visit www. lewishamhistory.org.uk.

4 October

Lewisham Pensioners’ Forum Pensioners’ Day The theme for this year is promoting mental wellbeing and combating inequalities. Hear inspiring speeches, take part in a raffle and watch some entertainment. Lunch provided. 12 noon–4pm, The Broadway Theatre, Catford SE6 4RU. £4.50 (in advance) £5 (on the door). For information about mobility assistance and buying tickets, call 020 8690 7869.

First of the month

Blackheath flowerarranging society Watch demonstrations of different flower-arranging techniques and try them out yourself. 1.45–4pm, Mycenae House, 90 Mycenae Road, Blackheath SE3 7SE. £5. Email info@mycenaehouse. co.uk or call 020 8858 1749.

First Monday of the month

Lively minds Enjoy taking part in a debate? Come to a meeting for people aged 50+ to

Improve your cooking skills Sign up for a six-week cookery club and improve your health and wellbeing by making small changes to the way you cook. In the first five weeks, you’ll discover how to prepare quick, affordable, healthy and delicious meals. In the sixth week, you’ll learn how to grow food and take part in a free physical activity session. The clubs are for complete beginners and experienced cooks. Once you’ve completed the course, you’ll get a free cookery book. Thursdays from 13 September 2018 10.30am–1pm, Christ Church Bellingham, 15 Bellingham Green, SE6 3HQ. Fridays from 4 September 2018 10.30am–1pm, St John’s Church, Lewisham Way and St John’s Vale, SE8 4EA. To book, call Fay on 020 8269 4886 or email fay@gcda.org.uk. discuss a range of topics. 10.30am, Forest Hill Community Library, Dartmouth Road, SE23 3HZ. Free.

Weekdays

Fit bus transport to exercise for older people Want to stay fit but have

difficulty getting to a leisure centre? You can get a lift from hubs around the borough to exercise classes in Downham, Whitefoot, Grove Park and Catford South. Free. Call 020 8461 9200 or email fitbus@1life.co.uk.

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Low-impact dance aerobics Exercise to music with jointfriendly moves at this class for older people. 10.45–11.45am, The Green Man, 355 Bromley Road, SE6 2RP. £2.50/£3. Call Christina on 020 3667 3704 or 07852 533649 or email info@60up.org.uk.

Mondays

Seated exercise Try a gentle way to stretch and tone (without getting up) at an exercise class for older people. 12 noon–1pm, The Green Man, 355 Bromley Road, SE6 2RP. £3/£4. Call Christina on 020 3667 3704 or 07852 533649 or email info@60up.org.uk.

Tuesdays

Techy tea club Learn how to use your smartphone, tablet or laptop at a weekly event. Bring your own or borrow one to try out. Refreshments available. 1–3pm, Ewart Community Hall, 44 Wastdale Road, Lee SE12 1HN. £1. Call Damian Griffiths on 07939 288079 or email damian@ catbytes.community.

Wednesdays

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as part of a friendly and inclusive group of women of all shapes, sizes and ages. 11.45am–12.45pm, The Bakehouse Theatre, 11 Blackheath Village, SE3 9LA. £3. No need to book. Call 020 8318 9105 or visit www.age-exchange.org.uk.

Wednesdays

Quiz Test yourself at a fun and friendly general knowledge quiz night. 2–4pm, Stanstead Lodge Seniors Club, 260 Stanstead Road, SE23 1DD. £2. Call Tina Aranda on 020 8291 1164 or email info@seniorslewisham.co.uk.

Wednesdays

Over-55s Thursday club Make new friends over a choice of fun activities including bingo, art and crafts, nutritional workshops and day trips. 11.30am–1.30pm, Honor Oak Community Centre, 50 Turnham Road, Brockley SE4 2JD. £1 (prices vary for special events and trips). Call Christina on 020 3667 3704, 07852 533649 or email info@60up.org.uk.

Wednesdays

Branching out If you’re over 55, you can experiment with art,

Win tickets to The Jungle Enter our competition to win two tickets to see The Jungle at The Playhouse Theatre. Following a sell-out run at The Young Vic, this moving play set in Calais’ former refugee camp, known as the jungle, has transferred to the West End. The play tells the story of the jungle from its beginnings to its destruction, relaying tales of loss, fear, community and hope. The competition closes on 30 September. Enter online at www.lewisham.gov.uk/win. experience Tai Chi, or simply sit and chat over lunch at weekly meet-ups. Free tea, coffee and snacks available. 10am–2pm, Telegraph Hill Centre, Kitto Road, SE14 5TY. Activities £2, lunch £2. Visit www.facebook.com/ telegraphhillcentre or call 020 7639 0214.

Thursdays

Digital discovery Absolute beginners and regular computer users can increase their knowledge and skills at weekly IT classes for older people. 10.30am–12 noon, Honor Oak Community Centre, 50 Turnham Road, Brockley SE4 2JD. Free. Call Christina on 020 3667 3704 or 07852 533649, or email info@60up.org.uk.

Fridays

Seated yoga Practise your oms and adopt muscle-toning postures without leaving your chair. 11am–12 noon, The Green Man, 355 Bromley Road, SE6 2RP. £4/£5. Call Christina on 020 3667 3704 or 07852 533649 or email info@60up.org.uk.

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Studio pottery workshops An introduction to the art of pottery, including throwing, hand building, decorating, glazing and firing for beginners. Activities will be tailored for more experienced potters.

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Find out what’s happening for Black History Month. Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/ blackhistorymonth to see events as they’re announced. £10 (one session), £34 (four sessions), £56 (eight sessions), pay what you can (unemployed). Visit www. bromleymindfulness.org.uk.

Young people 7–9pm, Lewisham Art House, 140 Lewisham Way, SE14 6PD. £18 (one session), £85 (five sessions), £160 (10 sessions) + £20 in advance for materials and firings. Call Shirley Stewart on 020 8692 2513, email shirli_ stewart@yahoo.com or visit www.shirleystewart.co.uk.

Wednesdays, 12 September–14 November

Beginners’ acoustic guitar An introductory course for adults where you can strum with a group of fellow learners. 7.30–8.30pm, 88a Tressillian Road, Brockley SE4 1YD. £136.83 for the ten-week course. Call Jacqueline Grant on 020 8694 1409 or email jackiemusicgrant@ hotmail.com.

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2–3 October Thursdays

ESOL classes If English is your second language you can come to free sessions to improve your knowledge, skills and confidence. 9.15–11.15am, Torridon Road Community Library, Torridon Road, Catford SE6 1RQ. Free.

Saturdays from 10 September

Mindfulness drop-in classes An antidote to weekday stresses, where you can meditate and become fully present in the serene surroundings of a Georgian mansion overlooking gardens. 10–11am, The Mansion, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham BR3 5BP.

MOO SOOL ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS SE6 YUSOOL

(Korean Ju-Jitsu) Learn to punch, kick, block, roll, fall, lock, throw & self defence

*FIRST CLASS FREE* Classes for all ages: 5yrs+, teens & adults

www.moosoolacademy.com E: info@moosoolacademy.com T: 07710 407021

Egg Personal testimony, aerial artistry and live music are combined to explore the theme of female sexuality and fertility. 7.30pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford SE8 4AG. £14. Visit www.thealbany.org.uk.

fun, supportive workshops culminating with a public performance. 6–8pm, The Tramshed, 51–53 Woolwich New Road, Woolwich SE18 6ES. Free. To register email your full name, date of birth and telephone number to info@glypt.co.uk or visit www.glyptprogression. wordpress.com.

Tuesdays and Thursdays

Reach Theatre Company A theatre company for young adults (18+) with mild to moderate learning disabilities and difficulties. Take part in

Street Dance with Love2Dance Love2Dance, presented by the Albany and Lewisham Homes, gives you the opportunity to learn street dance and attend shows and events to get you inspired, as well as taking part in live performances. Tuesdays, 6.15pm–8.15pm (ages 12–18), Thursdays, 5.50–7.30pm (ages 8–12), Riverside Youth Club, Grove Street, Deptford SE8 3QQ. Free. Call, 07984 355826, email love2dance@thealbany.org.uk or visit www.thealbany.org.uk.

Happy Tropical Landscaping Ltd

CAP Money Course

21 October

Huh UK-based contemporary music and spoken word artists investigate identity through music, poetry, song and rap. 3pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, Deptford SE8 4AG. £10. Visit www.thealbany.org.uk.

Mondays

Brickwork • Decking Fencing • Turfing Garden design Paving & Driveways Summer houses Water feature & ponds Mobile: 07939 457106 www. tropicallandscaping.co.uk Email: info@ tropicallandscaping.co.uk

Free

Control your finances. Saturday 3 Nov 2018 Crofton Park Baptist Church, SE4 1EB 10am – 4pm, Lunch provided. Book at events@ gracechurchbrockley.org Nic (020 8691 3667) or capmoney.org

autumn events Tuesday–Friday (term-time)

or visit www.youthfirst.org. uk/lewisham/football.

SE26 6AD. Free. Email deniz. amoah@youthfirst.org.uk.

Youth First football league programme Weekly football matches and tournaments, with coaches and mentors from Millwall Community Trust and Sports Active Coaching. Various times between 4.30–8.30pm, Bellingham Gateway, Riverside and Honor Oak youth clubs; Dumps and Richard MacVicar adventure playgrounds. Tournaments held at Bellingham Leisure & Lifestyle Centre. Free. Call 020 8314 9543, email info@youthfirst.org.uk

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Metro Live Come to a relaxed and friendly space for LGBTQ 16–25-year-olds where you can make new friends. 7–9pm, New Cross (call for address). Free. Call 020 8305 5004 or visit www.metrocentreonline.org. Martial arts and boxing Keep fit and practise selfdefence moves at these weekly sessions. 6–7.30pm (term-time only), TNG Youth and Community Centre, 111 Wells Park Road,

Sabina Netball Club training sessions If you need to prepare for a league match or just want to improve your game, come to weekly sessions in Ladywell. 5.30–7pm, Prendergast School, Adelaide Avenue, Ladywell SE4 1LE. £4 a session or £14 a month. Call Marlene Wander on 07985 219542, email marlenewand@aol.com or visit www.sabinanetballclub. org.uk.

See more Lewisham events at www.lewisham.gov.uk/events or get listings by email at www.lewisham.gov.uk/signup

Thursdays Lyric writing workshop Love being creative? Express yourself as you take time and make space to produce your own songs. 6.15–8.45pm, Honor Oak Youth Club, 50 Turnham Road, SE4 2JD. Free. Email linda.quarcoo@ youthfirst.org.uk.

Fridays

XLP Bus youth club Chat to new friends, play PlayStation or Xbox, try out a new look in the beauty bar or just chill and listen to some music. 4–6pm, top of Hazel Grove, Sydenham (nearest postcode is SE26 4JJ). Free. Call Naomi Allen on 020 7256 6240 or email naomi.allen@ xlp.org.uk.

THE MIDI MUSIC COMPANY AUTUMN 2018 SHORT COURSES

Affordable music classes for 11s-16s & adults at Deptford’s creative music hub in Music Production, MC/Spoken Word, Keyboard Skills for Songwriting, Choir & YouTube one-day masterclass. Term begins 18th September 2018 BOOK NOW at 77 Watson’s Street, Deptford SE8 4AU Call 020 8694 6093 or theteam@themidimusiccompan Email: theteam@themidimusiccompany.co.uk WWW.THEMIDIMUSICCOMPANY.CO.UK

www.fitnessformummies.co.uk Specialist Female Fitness classes in South East London i Postnatal Mum & Baby classes Bootcamps INSANITY Personal Training Weightshift Club: an exclusive 6 wk Fitness & Nutrition Package Please call 0771 2051208 or email vicky@fitnessformummies.co.uk before your first class to check availability

your council Your ward councillors’ contact details For councillors’ surgery dates and times, visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/councillors or call 020 8314 6000 and ask for ‘operator’.

Lewisham’s directly elected mayor, Damien Egan, represents the whole borough. Contact him at damien.egan@lewisham.gov.uk or on 020 8314 6193. Bellingham

Downham

Lee Green

Sydenham

cllr_alan.hall@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_andre.bourne@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_octavia.holland@lewisham. gov.uk

cllr_chris.best@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Alan Hall (Lab) & 020 3441 7620

Cllr Andre Bourne (Lab) & 020 8314 9929

Cllr Sue Hordijenko (Lab) & 020 8314 8089

Cllr Coral Howard (Lab) & 020 8314 3600

Cllr Jacq Paschoud (Lab) & 020 8291 5729

Cllr Olurotimi Ogunbadewa (Lab) & 020 8314 7892

cllrsue.hordijenko@lewisham.gov.uk cllr_jacq.paschoud@lewisham.gov.uk

Blackheath

cllr_coral.howard@lewisham.gov.uk cllr_olurotimi.ogunbadewa@ lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Octavia Holland (Lab) & 020 8314 6686 Cllr Jim Mallory (Lab) & 020 8314 6964

cllr_jim.mallory@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr James Rathbone (Lab) & 020 8314 7524

cllr_james.rathbone@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Kevin Bonavia (Lab) & 020 8314 3721

Evelyn

Lewisham Central

Cllr Juliet Campbell (Lab) & 020 8314 9386

cllr_alex.feis-bryce@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_patrick.codd@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_kevin.bonavia@lewisham.gov.uk cllr_juliet.campbell@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Amanda De Ryk (Lab) & 020 8314 3789

cllr_amanda.deryk@lewisham.gov.uk

Brockley

Cllr Obajimi Adefiranye (Lab) & 020 8314 7053

cllr_obajimi.adefiranye@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Sophie McGeevor (Lab) & 020 8314 3496

cllr_sophie.mcgeevor@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Stephen Penfold (Lab) & 020 8314 8817

cllr_stephen.penfold@lewisham.gov.uk

Catford South

Cllr Abdeslam Amrani (Lab) & 020 3489 6110

cllr_abdeslam.amrani@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Alan Smith (Lab) & 020 8697 5505

cllr_alan.smith@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Eva Stamirowski (Lab) & 07392 860305

cllr_eva.stamirowski@lewisham.gov.uk

Crofton Park

Cllr Tauseef Anwar (Lab) & 020 8314 9930

cllr_tauseef.anwar@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Chris Barnham (Lab) & 020 8314 9896

cllr_chris.barnham@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Pauline Morrison (Lab) & 020 8244 5315

cllr_pauline.morrison@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Alex Feis-Bryce (Lab) & 020 8314 3495 Cllr Caroline Kalu (Lab) & 020 8314 9387

cllr_caroline.kalu@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Silvana Kelleher (Lab) & 020 8314 3430

cllr_silvana.kelleher@lewisham.gov.uk

Forest Hill

Cllr Patrick Codd (Lab) & 020 8314 9095

Cllr Aisling Gallagher (Lab) & 020 8314 8043

cllr_aisling.gallagher@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Joani Reid (Lab) & 020 8314 9963

cllr_joani.reid@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Chris Best (Lab) & 020 8676 9516

Cllr Tom Copley (Lab) & 020 8314 8224

cllr_tom.copley@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Liam Curran (Lab) & 020 8314 6937

cllr_liam.curran@lewisham.gov.uk

Telegraph Hill Cllr Paul Bell (Lab) & 020 8314 7047

cllr_paul.bell@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Joan Millbank (Lab) & 020 8314 6929

cllr_joan.millbank@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Luke Sorba (Lab) & 020 8314 9984

cllr_luke.sorba@lewisham.gov.uk

Whitefoot

Cllr Peter Bernards (Lab) & 020 8314 9927

New Cross

Cllr Janet Daby (Lab) & 020 8314 6915

Cllr Sophie Davis (Lab) & 020 8314 3493

cllr_brenda.dacres@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Mark Ingleby (Lab) & 020 8698 8562

cllr_peter.bernards@lewisham.gov.uk cllr_sophie.davis@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Leo Gibbons (Lab) & 020 8314 6916

cllr_leo.gibbons@lewisham.gov.uk

Grove Park

Cllr Suzannah Clarke (Lab) & 020 8314 6944

cllr_suzannah.clarke@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Colin Elliott (Lab) & 020 8314 9878

cllr_colin.elliott@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Hilary Moore (Lab) & 020 8314 7886

cllr_hilary.moore@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Brenda Dacres (Lab) & 020 8314 9872 Cllr Joe Dromey (Lab) & 07736 667917

cllr_joe.dromey@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Paul Maslin (Lab) & 020 8852 1530

Perry Vale

Cllr John Paschoud (Lab) & 020 8314 3437

john.paschoud@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Sakina Sheikh (Lab) & 020 8314 7963

cllr_sakina.sheikh@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Susan Wise (Lab) & 020 3489 2790

cllr_susan.wise@lewisham.gov.uk

Rushey Green

cllr_bill.brown@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_louise.krupski@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Carl Handley (Lab) & 020 8314 6525

cllr_carl.handley@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Liz Johnston-Franklin (Lab) & 020 8314 7985 cllr_liz.johnston-franklin@lewisham. gov.uk

cllr_mark.ingleby@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Jonathan Slater (Lab) & 020 8314 9981

cllr_jonathan.slater@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_paul.maslin@lewisham.gov.uk

Ladywell

Cllr Bill Brown (Lab) & 020 8314 9821

cllr_janet.daby@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Louise Krupski (Lab) & 020 8314 8983

Cllr John Muldoon (Lab) & 020 3489 4640

cllr_john.muldoon@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr James-J Walsh (Lab) & 020 8314 9948

cllr_james-j.walsh@lewisham.gov.uk

Members of parliament Vicky Foxcroft MP Lewisham Deptford & 020 8469 4638

vicky.foxcroft.mp@parliament.uk

www.vickyfoxcroft.org.uk Janet Daby MP Lewisham East & 020 8461 4733 janet.daby.mp@parliament.uk Ellie Reeves MP Lewisham West and Penge & 020 7219 2668

ellie.reeves.mp@parliament.uk

www.elliereeves.com Len Duvall AM London Assembly Member for Greenwich and Lewisham & 020 7983 4350 len.duvall@london.gov.uk

www.lewisham.gov.uk

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