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Welcome

We are all proud to call Lewisham home. The diversity of cultures we are so lucky to have in Lewisham is one of our greatest strengths.

That’s why we’re bidding to be London Borough of Culture.

I am really proud that Lewisham is home to so many creative institutions like Trinity Laban, the Albany and IRIE! Dance. We also have one of London’s first Creative Enterprise Zones in New Cross and Deptford, which is helping local creative businesses to grow. And we have so many local talented artists, with our very own Sam Wilkinson from Forest Hill School winning The Voice Kids on ITV1.

Culture has a huge impact on our lives, whether that is giving our young people the skills they need for the future or helping our older residents stay active.

Read on for more about our bid, and show you support at iamlewisham.uk or by sharing what you love about Lewisham on social media with the hashtag #IAmLewisham.

Damien Egan, Mayor of Lewisham

Contents 4 Editorial 5 Community news 14 The SHAPES of things to come 16 Paying it forward 18 A safe place to call home 20 Reflections on regeneration 23 What’s on 34 Your council

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In this Borough of Culture themed issue, you can find out about SHAPESLewisham, the Creative Enterprise Zone covering Deptford and New Cross (p14), how alumni from Lewisham schools are helping future generations to succeed (p16), Lewisham Migration Forum’s efforts to make us a Borough of Sanctuary for refugees and migrants (p18), and we hear from locals about their views on the regeneration of Catford.

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Editor: Michael Geraghty Art Editor: Nancy Yuill Photography: Liz Calvi, iStockphoto.com, Adrian Kawaley-Latham, Nancy Yuill, Sebastian Xander Contributors: Elizabeth Crook, Louis High, Ruth Horsman, Lorrayne Johnson, Milly Moreton-Cooper, Amie Moss, Jerzy Pawlicki, Natasha Shepherd Editorial: 020 8314 7027 Email: lewishamlife@lewisham.gov.uk Advertising: 020 3869 2343 Issue 128 autumn 2019. 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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community news

Growing old disgracefully

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Get ready for Age Against the Machine: Festival of Creative Ageing, a unique festival running across the borough from 13 September to 6 October. It is open to all and consists of nearly 70 events ranging from live music, theatre, dance, film and exhibitions, to discussions, pop-up choirs and outdoor performances.

Stay in a fictional care home for 48 hours, enjoy an evening with 68-year-old drag legend Lavinia Co-op, or go to a tea dance that’s made it kicking and screaming into the 21st century. Most are free or ‘pay what makes you happy’.

Book at www.ageagainstthemachine.org.uk.

Bangs for your buck

An outstanding achievement All six schools for children with special educational needs and disabilities in Lewisham are now rated ‘good’ or ‘outstanding’ after New Woodlands School was rated ‘good’ in its latest Ofsted inspection in May. This is a significant improvement from May 2017, www.lewisham.gov.uk

when it was ’requires improvement’.

Councillor Chris Barnham, Cabinet Member for School Performance and Children’s Services, said, ‘The quality of education in Lewisham’s special schools is a source of real pride and we are delighted for the head teacher Carlie Warner and the team at New Woodlands.’

This year’s Blackheath Fireworks is under threat due to government funding cuts. The organisers need your support to ensure it continues to light up the skies of south east London.

They are looking for £20,000 to help the event take place on Saturday 2 November.

And your good deed won’t go unrewarded. You can get your hands on official Blackheath Fireworks merchandise by making a donation. Go to www.lewisham.gov.uk/ fireworks for more details.

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community news

A reel good scene Lewisham’s cinema scene is booming with two unique local cinemas, one more in the pipeline and an exciting film festival taking place this September.

Catford Mews, a brand new cultural venue, is set to open in summer 2019, featuring a threescreen cinema, live music venue and flexible community spaces – follow @CatfordMews on Twitter and Instagram.

Collective Cinema, a popup cinema in a church in Lee, guarantees a screening with a difference. Opened at the start of this year, they turn each screening into a fully-fledged event with dancing or live music and local food and drinks, as well as using their profits to donate tickets to charitable causes, volunteer groups and Lewisham Hospital – go to www.collectivecinema.co.uk.

The Fellowship and Star is gracing us with fabulous films at the Bellingham Film Palace, an 84-seat cinema showing first run, independent, art house and family films, as well as putting on live

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cinema events – go to www. fellowshipandstar.co.uk/ bellingham-film-palace.

And we even have our very own community-led free film festival coming up in Catford from 13 to 22 September. The festival will have something for everyone, including screenings, kid’s

matinees, workshops, live music and a 48-hour film challenge – follow @CatfordFilm on Twitter.

Back the Bakerloo TfL are launching their third consultation around extending the Bakerloo line to Lewisham, Catford and Lower Sydenham this autumn. It would: transform travel from Lewisham and New Cross to central London, with trains every 2–3 minutes to the West End bring high frequency rail services to Catford and Lower

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Sydenham for the first time, improving connections for over 100,000 residents reduce congestion on National Rail trains with capacity for up to 60,000 additional journeys at peak times in the morning.

Show your support at www. backthebakerloo.org.uk and receive an alert when the consultation goes live.

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Lewisham Music Summer Gala Lewisham Music’s Summer Gala took place at the Royal Festival Hall in June. Showcasing the talent of over 1,200 young musicians from the borough, including a range of instrumental and vocal groups from schools and music centres, the Summer Gala is an annual celebration of the vibrancy of musicmaking in Lewisham.

There were performances from Lewisham Open Orchestra, an ensemble for young people with special educational needs and

disabilities, Vocalize, an acclaimed urban choir from Sedgehill School, and Rathfern Primary School and Bolomba Arts, an exciting West African dance and drumming collective, among others.

Over 800 young singers from almost 30 Lewisham schools performed Endurance, a piece composed and written specially for the Gala that tells the story of Lewisham resident Ernest Shackleton’s extraordinary expedition to the Antarctic.

Fun palaces return Sydenham Fun Palaces are returning this year on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 October.

They are events where the whole community comes together to share their skills and passions in a fun and welcoming environment.

The Fun Palaces campaign starts from the idea that everyone in the

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community is a genius and has something to share. They aim to promote inclusivity in the cultural realm and run a weekend of action each year. Whatever your age or background, come along to share and learn at the Sydenham Fun Palaces! Go to www.funpalaces. co.uk to find out more.

Every home in the borough has been sent a form to confirm or update the information held on them on the electoral register.

Please respond as soon as possible, even if there are no changes. You are legally required to respond by post, text, phone or online.

To return the form online, visit www.householdresponse.com/ lewisham by 30 November. You will need your postcode and the two security codes in your letter or email.

#LewishamEnds ViolenceTogether Lewisham’s determination to reducing violence using a public health approach is gaining momentum. Over the summer the Council trained 21 passionate community members to lead conversations with the community.

All of our residents are invited to contribute. There will be a series of events in the near future for you to share your experiences and discuss solutions.

Local boy done good Lewisham resident Sam Wilkinson has won The Voice Kids 2019.

Sam, 13, a singer-songwriter, beat three others in the live final in July after performing Hey Jude and one of his own songs called Everything’s Alright.

Sam won a family holiday and a £30,000 bursary to put towards his musical education.

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community news

Baking a difference Bloom Bakery has re-launched and rebranded as Good Measure, Lewisham’s very own social enterprise catering brand.

100% of Good Measure’s profits are reinvested into training and support for Lewisham residents facing unemployment. Their programmes are free and open to any south east London resident who is out of work, facing challenges with mental health or homelessness, or is a carer or refugee.

Amy Kimbangi, Founder and Chair of Trustees of Good Measure, said, ‘We have an amazing and inspiring team, including our Chef, Claudia, a former Claridge’s pastry chef, now creating our thoughtful and imaginative menus while also mentoring and training others.’

You can now order freshly made catering and baked goods for

Chef Claudia, a former Claridge’s pastry chef

meetings, workshops and other events through their new website at www.goodmeasure.kitchen.

For more information about their programmes contact hello@goodmeasure.kitchen.

Keeping kids on the right track Sydenham High Street has a new addition in the form of Dragonfly Yoga – a studio that really stretches above and beyond.

Dragonfly Yoga is uses its profits to financially support GMax Trackstars, its owner Mark’s charitable venture. GMax tries to reduce knife crime and violence by getting children and young people off the streets and giving them a new focus – athletics. They create opportunities for all young people to get into athletics, sports and teamwork by creating a mix of social and athletic opportunities in an inclusive and friendly environment.

To celebrate the opening of Dragonfly Yoga studio we have teamed up with them and are offering one reader a 10-class pass worth £100 and a 90-minute massage! To enter simply visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/ dragonflyyoga by 20 November.

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Drink at Bob’s Hither Green locals have a new hangout on Hither Green Lane after Drink at Bob’s, a bar and venue run by Bobby Mizen, opened on 22 March. Bobby previously ran the Good Hope Café, which operates for the benefit of For Jimmy, the charity set up in honour of his late brother.

The bar has expanded the local music scene, putting on a gypsy jazz and Parisian swing night called The H.G Hot Club on the first Wednesday of the month, as well as a number of one-off live shows.

Follow @DrinkatBobs on Twitter.

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A landmark giveaway How well do you know the borough’s landmarks? From the Lewisham clock tower to the Catford cat, Crofton Park-based artist Nancy Ellis has captured Lewisham’s best known sights in her latest print.

Nancy picked one historical building from each of our 18 wards – so whether you live in Deptford, Forest Hill or anywhere in between, you’re sure to recognise something. Signed prints are available to buy in sizes A1 to A4 – find out more at www.heavenstobetsy.co.uk.

Nancy has kindly agreed to give away a framed A3 print to one lucky Lewisham Life reader. For your chance to win, enter our prize draw by 13 September at www.lewisham.gov.uk/landmarkprint.

Tenant prosecuted for illegal subletting Following a six-day Crown Court trial, a Lewisham resident was found guilty of five offences under the Fraud Act relating to subletting his council house for over seven years, as well as making a fraudulent application to buy the property, which would have resulted in him getting a discount of over £100,000. An appeal is outstanding and so no further information may be

provided at this time.

Illegal subletting is a serious problem that impacts the Council and our residents. By discovering and convicting subletters, we can recover the tenancies and give them to people in genuine need of social housing.

Our Anti-Fraud and Corruption Team collect information from a wide variety of sources, which we use to investigate criminal, civil and

disciplinary offences. Personal information collected from residents can help us prevent fraud and money laundering, and verify people’s identity. To find out more about the information we collect, visit www.lewisham.gov. uk/antifraudprivacynotice.

If you have any suspicions of fraud, you can report them by emailing reportfraud@lewisham. gov.uk.

New Chief Executive for Lewisham Council Kim Wright has been appointed as Lewisham Council’s new Chief Executive and will take up her new role from October 2019.

Kim has extensive experience in local government and is currently Hackney Council’s Group Director for Neighbourhoods and Housing.

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performing councils in London.

Kim said: ‘I am proud to be joining Lewisham at this time, and look forward to bringing my experience here to help deliver the borough’s vision for change and to working with the Mayor and councillors, alongside staff, local communities and partners, to make a real difference to local people’s lives.

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Climate emergency In February 2019, Lewisham Council declared a climate emergency and set the highly ambitious target for the borough to be carbon neutral by 2030.

The Council is currently setting out an action plan for how this will happen, but it cannot get there on its own. Organisations, businesses, communities and individuals all need to contribute.

We will be running features and news stories in the next issue detailing everything that the Council has been doing to tackle the climate emergency and how you can do your bit. For updates in the meantime go to www.lewisham.gov.uk/climateemergency.

! d i b e h t k c Ba News in brief Speaking Up for people with learning disabilities Lewisham Speaking Up is a deptford-based charity that helps people with learning disabilities have their voices heard. They organise a People’s Parliament every three months that anybody with a learning disability can attend. The parliament also has six representatives who you can elect on 27 September, 10am–2pm at the Civic Suite in Catford. Call 020 8692 1862 to book a place.

BSL support for deaf residents Lewisham Council has introduced SignLive, a free 24-hour online interpreting service for British Sign Language (BSL) users. Residents can use it to contact the Council during office hours, or the out of hours service in an emergency.

You need a device such as a smartphone, tablet or computer with a webcam and sound. Find out more at www.lewisham.gov. uk/signlive.

Libraries Week Libraries Week returns on 7 October, and this year it will focus on highlighting lesserknown digital services. Did you know that if you have a Lewisham library card you can access digital books, magazines, newspapers, audiobooks, comics and even films from your smartphone or tablet?

Lewisham libraries are inclusive

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and welcoming community hubs, and there will be events to encourage different community groups to use the library and mix with each other – why not come along to meet and welcome migrants, refugees and asylum seekers new to Lewisham?

Check our website to stay up-to-date on events at www. lewisham.gov.uk/librariesweek.

Have your say on ward boundaries The Local Government Boundary Commission for England is asking local people for help in drawing up new ward boundaries for Lewisham.

The Commision wants to make sure that any changes to existing council wards reflect the interests and identities of the different communities across the borough.

Have your say by 2 September at https://consultation.lgbce.org. uk/node/17020.

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Walk the talk Looking for new ways to explore your local area? A local theatre group, Teatro Vivo, has released a free audio tour of Deptford based on one of their recent productions.

Evelyn’s Roots is a look back at 400 years of history along the Deptford promenade. Starting by the mulberry tree in Sayes Court Park and taking approximately 90 minutes, the walk leads you up to the Thames and then back down to Deptford Park with nine stops – one for each chapter of the play. You can download the audio walk at www.teatrovivo.co.uk/evelynsroots-audio-walk.

Go car free!

London Car Free Day, on Sunday 22 September, is an initiative that encourages everyone to go without their car for one day, and to consider getting around by cycling, walking and public transport.

There will be streets closed across central London, including Tower and London Bridges.

Some road closures will be in place in Lewisham as residents get together to reclaim their streets from cars and host play streets for children and families.

Find out more at www. lewisham.gov.uk/carfreeday.

Be the voice of your generation Could you be the next young mayor of Lewisham?

As young mayor, you will represent young people in the borough, advise the Council about young people’s issues and oversee a budget of at least £25,000.

Adam Abdullah, the current young mayor, says ‘young people having a stake in power is essential at the moment, especially when a quarter of Lewisham are 19 or under. I would encourage everyone to run.’

If you think you have what it takes, and you’ll be aged between 13 and 17 on Wednesday 16 October, you need to collect 50 signatures from other young people, get permission from your parents and teacher, and submit an application by Friday 13 September.

Download the candidate pack at www.lewisham.gov.uk/youngmayor or call 020 8314 6354 for more information.

Send us your community news lease send your news to lewishamlife@lewisham.gov.uk. The last date to be considered for our winter issue, P published at the end of November, is Wednesday 9 October. We cannot guarantee any submission will be included.

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Paying it forw We met three Lewisham Alumni who are using their success to give something back to their schools and communities

Jack Green Jack, 27, went to Sedgehill School before going on to study psychology at university. He now teaches science and psychology at Forest Hill School, where he is also Head of Year 10.

‘As a young man I wasted a lot of time focusing on things that weren’t progressive. It’s easy for a week, a month, even a year to pass as we coast along. Setting targets has helped to put things into perspective and motivate

What advice would you give your younger self?

Start setting yourself targets and dream big!

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me on a daily basis.

‘At school I loved basketball, which I still play semiprofessionally. I chose a college outside the borough so I could train at a basketball academy, and after A-Levels I took a year out to play before going to university.

After my degree, I began working

Alice Schweigert Alice, 21, attended Prendergast Ladywell School and Sedgehill Sixth Form before going on to study philosophy and psychology at the University of Hertfordshire.

She is now an account executive at leading digital marketing agency Havas Helia, working with global brands such as Adidas, Tesco and Unilever.

‘From a young age I always felt like I was expected to go down the same path as everyone else, and that didn’t feel right for me.

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my connections to my benefit. I now realise that young people can achieve so much more if they are connected with the right people.

‘I was always scared to ask about work experience in interesting companies because I was scared of being rejected. Now I‘m working in an industry where if you don’t speak up for yourself, you will miss out on exciting career opportunities. So be confident – the worst they can say is no and then you just try again another time!

as a mentor before going on to do my teacher training.

‘I joined the Lewisham Alumni

What advice would you give your younger self?

Listen and ask!

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‘It’s really important for me to be helping the next generation reach their full potential, whether that’s advising on careers, teaching practical skills for adulthood, or helping them grow into the person they want to be. Giving something back to your old school is community in action and exactly what we need in this day and age.

Community is everything!’

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The Lewisham Alumni, an initiative introduced by Laurelle Henry, a former Young Mayor of Lewisham, connects young people who live in the borough with young adults who have reached a level of personal success after leaving school. It aims to support young people in Lewisham make further education choices and get the training and life skills they need to step out into the world of work.

to help young people in our community find their own path to success. Having grown up and lived all my life in Lewisham, I know first-hand what help I needed when I was young. Having found my own success, I want to be part of giving that help to the youth of today. Young people are the future and it’s important that people like me who came before can offer advice and guidance.’

Junior Garba Junior, 25, attended Haberdashers’ Aske’s Hatcham College and went on to study economics and finance at Birmingham City University. He is now a cyber-underwriter for a leading insurance firm in the City of London, and co-founder of the Afro Caribbean Insurance Association.

‘I remember the challenges I faced as a young person who aspired to have a career in the finance industry. There was a major lack of opportunity for people of my demographic, and despite meeting all the academic requirements, we still had to fight hard to get the opportunities. During my studies

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Be daring and ask for help!

No-one can do it on their own.

I would spend the summers doing internships in corporate insurance to get ahead.

‘I’ve now set up a social enterprise to boost black representation in the insurance industry, and I joined the Lewisham Alumni so I can give young people in Lewisham an easier shot than I had. I still live in the borough, and offering my knowledge and support to the young people of Lewisham is so important to me – if you’re fortunate enough to make it up you must send the elevator back down.’

Could you become a Lewisham Alumni?

We are looking for people aged 18–30 who went to school in Lewisham and have achieved personal success. Have you got an inspirational career story you can share with young people in Lewisham, to help them believe in themselves and get on the right path? Please contact jacob.sakil@lewisham.gov.uk for more information. www.lewisham.gov.uk

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refugees and migrants

A safe place to call

HOME Meet some of the refugees who now call Lewisham their home

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ur borough has a proud history of supporting refugees and migrants. We believe one of our greatest strengths is our diversity and being a safe and welcoming place to live.

The Council is working towards making Lewisham a Borough of Sanctuary, welcoming those fleeing violence and persecution in their countries. It recently helped set up the Lewisham Migration Forum, a network of local public services, businesses and charities working to enact the principles of the Cities of Sanctuary movement in our borough.

The Council has a policy of resettling vulnerable refugee families from Syria and other areas of conflict and plan to welcome 100 more families by 2022. They are also committed to providing care to unaccompanied child asylum seekers and have signed up to accept 100 children over the next 10 years.

Find out more and pledge your support at www.lewisham. gov.uk/refugees.

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Maher Kakish Maher left Syria and travelled to Lebanon with his young family to register as refugees with the UN. He arrived in the UK with his wife and three children in December 2017 and was greeted by council and charity officials, who welcomed them, explained the services they could provide and showed them to their new home in Lewisham, where they have lived ever since.

‘I love Lewisham, I feel welcome and safe. Since I’ve been here I have explored all over London and Lewisham is my favourite place.

‘The home we’re renting is great, and the children are happy there.

Two of my children are in a local school. My daughter, who is nine, loves maths and my son, who is now seven, likes reading. My baby son who is two still stays at home with my wife.

‘I receive support with my studies and couldn’t ask for more. Lewisham really does feel like my home now.’

I love Lewisham, I feel welcome and safe Maher Kakish

Samer (father) Alaa ( Samer fled from Syria to Jordan with his wife, two daughters and two sons. His third daughter had already left Syria with her husband to live in Saudi Arabia. They waited there for three and a half years before coming to Lewisham in November 2017.

‘The Jordanian government staff were really lovely’ says Samer ‘and so were the police, but the huge scale of the refugee crisis had totally overwhelmed

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I love it here, I really feel this is my home now Rana

Rana, her husband and two young children fled Syria after their village was attacked with chemical weapons in 2013. Fearing for their future and that of their children, they escaped to Lebanon, where they waited four years before being offered a safe place to live in Lewisham.

‘We Googled it and saw how close we were to the centre of London. We were so happy. Our home is near the mosque, the shopping centre and hospital, it’s easy to get where we need to be.

‘Both my children are at school and love the different activities and the support they get from the teachers and other pupils.

Both speak excellent English, with British accents! They’ve picked it up so quickly and it’s

great because they help me with telephone calls, at the doctors and even out shopping.

‘We have recieved great support from the council. They are nice people who help us, and let us know that they are our people in Britain.

‘My uncle lives in Tunbridge Wells, and being here has given us the opportunity to visit him as well as take the children to the beach and have a normal life again.

‘I love it here, I really feel this is my home now, and so do my husband and children.

My husband’s work is here, my children are happy and safe. We asked them if they missed home, but they shook their heads and said they wanted to live here, it’s where they belong.’

(daughter) the local population. We were all so happy when we were told we were coming to the UK and heard about Lewisham and the welcome we could expect.

‘One of the biggest things we noticed is that there is no discrimination. Our neighbours are Christians, but they welcomed us with open arms and even celebrated Eid with us, bringing cards and presents. Another neighbour offered his services as an electrician

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if we have any problems with the power.’

Alaa is 17 and studying for her A Levels but her ambitions are higher still.

‘When I finish college I want to study law at university so I can help others. My teachers and class mates are really supportive, and in my spare time I love listening to music and reading.

‘I am worried about my brother who is still in Syria, and we are

trying to find out how he can be reunited with us. I haven’t seen him in five years.’

And what does the future hold for Samer?

‘In Syria I ran a dairy factory, producing cheese, milk and other products, but here it is not so easy. I want to set up my own business doing what I know best and that can take time, but we’re working through it with help from the Council and other support.’

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Catford regeneration

Reflections on Catford is in the early stages of a big regeneration project that will see the town centre transformed over the next 10–15 years, redeveloping shopping areas and creating pedestrianised and community spaces. We meet some local residents and businesses to hear their memories of Catford, learn what’s happening now and what they think about the proposals.

Preston Benson, Really Local Group Before closing in 2011, Catford Mews was home to 30 independent businesses. Eight years later, it’s reopening as a three-screen cinema, live music venue, food court and community space, thanks to Really Local Group.

‘I worked as an accountant with property and hospitality, so I got to know how things were done.

Developers would come in and sign up the biggest chain paying the highest rent. They didn’t care about what the community wanted.

‘So, I left and got into property development. I thought, what if we did development a bit differently? Why don’t we start with what the community wants?

‘Each venue will be totally unique to the area and its demographic. We’ve done surveys and people want to see more black interest films, there’s also an Irish population who want films about their history. The first year is really going to be trial and error to see what the community wants.

‘Having a stage and bringing in local artists will add something, and we want to put recording studios in for local musicians.

We’re also going to have local food stalls, so the first thing you’ll see are faces you recognise, selling food you want.

‘We also want our staff to reflect the community and to be from the community.’

Follow Catford Mews on Twitter and Instagram @CatfordMews to keep up to date!

Cleo Thompson, fashion student

‘I feel like the Mews are symbolic of where I’ve grown up. I have a lot of memories of going to and from school, visiting family. These streets mean a lot to me.

‘I love the community here. It’s so diverse, generationally as well.

There are many older people who have lived here for a long time and the young people I’ve grown up with. I just love the feel of it.’

Insights from local people are being used to develop a plan for the regeneration.

Visit www.teamcatford.com to find out how to get involved and share your views.

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n regeneration Ciaran O’Fathaigh, Renegade Production Ciaran was born and raised in Catford and runs a creative, multi-disciplinary practice called Renegade Production.

‘Catford is one of the least judgemental areas. In other areas, you’re judged if you’re not wearing the latest this or that. People in

Catford don’t care about that.

‘I used to work at Catford Dog Track. Lots of people have had a job there at some point. The Boxing Day races always had so much energy – like a championship football game or something.

‘I think we’ve got a chance

to do regeneration better than other areas have – to ensure it’s not done at the expense of the community.

‘More natural light, open spaces, outdoor licenses and al fresco things would be great!’ www.renegadeproduction.co.uk

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Sandra Thompson, local teacher ‘There used to be a reggae and soul club called The 10 – I’m talking back in the 90s. Me and my sisters used to go there all the time. We’d go there at ten and come out in the morning!

‘The high street was really buzzing back then. There was so much to do and it felt really welcoming, like you belonged.

‘I would like to see more regeneration of the shops, and more places where people can sit down and chill and meet - places where everybody wants to go.’ www.lewisham.gov.uk

‘I’ve always been into food.

My family owns a deli and we’ve always cooked. But I felt like Caribbean food wasn’t respected enough. It’s popular at Carnival then gets forgotten about. I wanted to educate people on our food. It’s about valuing our culture.

‘I did Lee Gate Market and then Catford Gin Festival, that’s how we got involved with Catford Food Market.

We’re all from around here, which is part of the ethos.

‘I think Catford needs regeneration, I think it’s ready.

Some people don’t like it, they call it gentrification, but as long as there are community values in place and it takes into account what people actually want, it’ll be a good thing.’ www.jerkoffbbq.com

Wendy Arnold-Dean, co-founder of Catford Arts ‘I used to have my own open house in Catford every year for 10 years, and then started Catford Arts. When I first came here, it was a bit undiscovered. It wasn’t a showy place. I liked that it was quite normal and friendly.

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Festival of Creative Ageing Featuring shows, films, exhibitions, discussions and outdoor performances across Lewisham

13 September – 6 October Most events free or Pay-What-Makes-You-Happy

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The festival is funded by a Cultural Impact Award. London Borough of Culture is a Mayor of London initiative with support from the City of London Corporation’s charity, City Bridge Trust and Airbnb. Putting culture at the heart of local communities, where it belongs.

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what’s on There’s loads of great cultural, community and children’s events for you to check out this autumn

All events are confirmed prior to publication, but some details could still change.

Please check information is correct before travelling.

Entertainment and activities 5, 12 September Heart N Soul workshops Learn new skills and meet new people at these creative art workshops tailored for people with learning disabilities.

10am–5pm, The Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. £5 per person and pay-whatyou-can for parents and carers, book in advance.

Visit www.heartnsoul.co.uk or call 020 8694 1632.

6 September Ready Fox Reggae all-dayer Enjoy delicious food whilst jamming to the very best reggae, roots, jungle and dancehall!

1pm–3am, Fox and Firkin, 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ. Free (until 3pm), £15 (until 8pm), £20 (8pm onwards).

Visit www.foxfirkin.com or call 020 8690 0969.

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Records’ crates and find bargain vinyl whilst listening to a live DJ. 11am–6pm, Beckenham Place Mansion, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham Hill Road, BR3 1SY. Visit www.beckenhamplace.org.

13–22 September Catford free film festival A community-led film festival is bringing people together to enjoy free screenings, Q&As,

live music, a 48-hour film challenge and more!

Full schedule to follow at www.freefilmfestivals.org.

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18 September Desperately Seeking Susan Over 18s can have a giggle watching this 80s drama in the iconic Rivoli Ballroom.

8.30–11pm, The Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY. £10. Visit www.croftonparkpictures.com.

Charity quiz night Put that general knowledge to good use at the South East London Chamber of Commerce charity quiz night in aid of Bridge Mental Health.

6.30–10pm, The Clarendon Hotel, 8-16 Montpelier Row, SE3 0RW. £20 per person. Visit www. selondonchamber.org.

If you have an event you want to appear in the next issue, email lewishamlife@ lewisham.gov.uk. Free listings are published at the editor’s discretion.

Our winter issue will include events happening in December and January The submission deadline is 27 October 2019.

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A 21st Century Tea Dance: The Festival Edition

Age Against the Machine: Festival of Creative Ageing www.ageagainstthemachine.org.uk 020 8692 4446 (box office)

Week 1 14 September Debating the ideas Everyone is a philosopher at this interactive debate about societal attitudes to ageing.

10.30am, Brockley Rise Centre, 2 Brockley Rise, SE23 1PR. Free but ticketed.

17 September Capturing the environment Come along to see a well-trodden route in a fresh way at this artist-led walk followed by a collage workshop.

10am–4pm, The Lounge, St Mauritius House, 65–67 Lewisham Park, SE13 6QX. Free but ticketed.

18 September Sydenham Garden animation documentary Gain an insight into the touching goings on of Sow & Grow, a group supporting people in the early stages of dementia.

2–4pm, upstairs at the Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Road, SE26 5QX. Free, no need to book.

5pm, Goldsmiths, University of London, 8 Lewisham Way, SE14 6NW. Free but ticketed – call Sarah on 020 8694 9007 or email sarah.jarman@entelechyarts.

28 September Outdoor performance trail Four exciting outdoor events to explore in one day – pick and choose or join the carnival procession taking in all four!

12.30pm, Pepys Park, 61 Millard Rd, SE8 3GB. Free, drop in.

To arrange accessible transport call 020 8692 4446.

Week 3

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30 September

Wear It Out An exhibition showcasing the results of creative sewing workshops with Lewisham Homes residents and local school students.

1–5pm, Old Town Hall, Catford Road, SE6 4RU. Free but ticketed.

Stories of Emigration Over 55s can join this community event to share stories of emigration with BAME community members over a series of workshops.

11am–4pm, Lewisham Irish Community Centre, 2a Davenport Road, SE6 2AZ. Free but ticketed.

22 September

3–5 October

Up Yours: An evening with Lavinia Co-op Get a personal insight into the compelling life of drag legend Lavinia Co-op as she reflects on her lived experience of the sexual revolution, the AIDS crisis, and the LGBT rights movement.

6.30–7.30pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. Pay what makes you happy, but ticketed.

Half Life Join an intergenerational cast of performers to find answers and ask questions about the topic of ageing.

7pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. Pay what makes you happy, but ticketed.

Week 2 23 September Comfortable Classical Come and enjoy a live classical music concert in an environment that’s comfortable for everyone.

2.30pm, Corbett Community Library, Torridon Road, SE6 1RQ. Pay what makes you happy, but ticketed.

26 September Meet me at the Movies Go on a dementia-friendly journey through the greatest moments in cinema history.

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5 October Wild weavings at Apple Day Check out Apple Day, an event celebrating the orchard that features live music, apple pressing and tasting, weaving workshops and more!

1.30–4pm, Chinbrook Meadows, Amblecote Road, SE12 9RP. Free, drop in.

6 October The grand finale A day of events including performances, workshops and exhibitions to round off the festival with a bang!

12 noon–5pm, Laban building, Creekside, SE8 3DZ. Free, drop in.

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12 noon–5.30pm, St Laurence Centre, 37 Bromley Road, SE6 2TS. Free.

Visit www.alanouwaly.com.

19 October European premiere of Oranda (2019) Be the first in Europe to see Oranda, plus get an exclusive intro from the cast.

4.30–5.15pm, Deptford Cinema, 39 Deptford Broadway, SE8 4PQ. £6, £4.50 (concessions). Visit www.deptfordcinema.org.

26 October

The Strange Case of Jekyll & Hyde

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Saturdays Bottomless brunch and live jazz Treat yourself to a hearty brunch with bottomless booze and live jazz.

11am–4pm, Ladywell Tavern, 80 Ladywell Road, SE13 7HS. £25. Visit www.ladywell.pub or call 020 8690 9747.

70s and 80s Halloween disco Dance the night away at this retro fright night in a Grade II listed building.

8pm–1am, over 18s only, The Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY. £16. Visit www.rivoliballroom.com or call 020 8692 5130.

9–10 November

28 October

9–10 & 16–17 November

Nightmare on Elm Street If you’re feeling brave, head down for a screening of this horror classic.

8.30–11pm, over 18s only, The Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY. £10. Visit www.croftonpark pictures.com.

Lee Green 20th anniversary open studios Check out this annual art event jam packed with exhibitions, demonstrations, workshops and more.

Venues across Lee Green.

Free. Visit www. leegreenopenstudios.com.

31 October

16 November

Third Saturday of the month

The Shining Spend this Halloween sipping ghoulish themed cocktails and watching this classic psychological thriller.

8.30–11pm, over 18s only, The Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY. £13.

Amnesty book sale Get hold of high-quality books at half price with all proceeds going to charity.

12 noon–4pm, Church of the Ascension, Dartmouth Row, SE10 8BF. Free. Visit www. amnestybg.wordpress.com.

Jive party Put your glad rags on for jive parties kicked off with beginners jive lessons.

8pm–1am, over 18s only, The Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY. £17. Visit www.jiveparty.com.

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John Wick: all-nighter!

Catch all three legendary John Wick films at this spectacular all-nighter.

11.59pm–9am, doors open 11pm, Deptford Cinema, 39 Deptford Broadway, SE8 4PQ. £15, £13 (concessions). Visit www.deptfordcinema.org.

Sundays BBQ and live jazz Fill your stomachs while enjoying live jazz performance in a cosy, covered garden.

BBQ from 12 noon, jazz from 2.30pm, the Fox and Firkin, 316 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6JZ. Free entry. Visit www.foxfirkin.com or call 020 8690 0969.

Shows and Performances 3–28 September The Strange Case of Jekyll & Hyde A modern reimagining of the classic that will catapult you into the halls of American power.

7.30pm, no performances on Sundays or Mondays, recommended for over 14s, Brockley Jack Theatre, 408–410 Brockley Road, SE4 2DH. £16, £13 (concession). Visit www. brockleyjack.co.uk/jackstudio or call 0333 666 3366.

11 September Duo concert: Helen Charlston and Terence Charlston Experience the beauty of two contrasting instruments.

7.15–9pm, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. £10. Visit www.horniman. ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

12 September Solo concert: Stephen Farr

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autumn events Delight your ears with the sound of an original 18th century chamber organ.

7.15–9pm, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. £10. Visit www.horniman. ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

27 September Platform: Dean Atta Performance from the poet and author, voted one of the most influential LGBTQ+ people in the UK. 8pm, The Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Road, SE26 5QX. £14, £12 (concession), £5 (16–19-year-olds). Visit www.sydenhamarts.co.uk or call 020 8778 6463.

29 September Vietnamese Moon Festival A celebration of tradition across cultures and generations, with Vietnamese food and dance.

11am-4pm, The Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin Street, SE8 4RJ. Visit thealbany.co.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

8–26 October Moby Dick Prepare to be entertained and unsettled by this visually fascinating performance.

7.30pm, no performances on Sundays or Mondays, recommended for over 14s, Brockley Jack Theatre, 408–410 Brockley Road, SE4 2DH. £16, £13 (concession). Visit www. brockleyjack.co.uk/jackstudio or call 0333 666 3366.

12 October Chamber concert with enSEmble26 Join Sydenham Arts and enSEmble26 for a concert featuring Brahms and Haydn.

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7.30pm, The Sydenham Centre, 44a Sydenham Road, SE26 5QX. £16, £14 (concession), £5 (under 16).

Visit www.sydenhamarts. co.uk or call 020 8778 6463.

13 October Hocus Pocus Voyage into the unknown in this dreamlike family show.

2pm & 5pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. £12, £8 (concessions).

Visit thealbany.co.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

19 October Charles Hayward Presents An evening of genre fluid music curated by the local musician and sound activist.

7.30pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. £10, £8 (concessions). Visit thealbany. co.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

25 October Platform: Camilla Jeppeson and Mary Reid Vocalist and harpist duo with an enchanting exploration of female composers, poets and muses.

8pm, The Sydenham Centre 44A Sydenham Road, SE26 5QX. £12, £10 (concession), £5 (16–19-year-old). Visit www.sydenhamarts.co.uk or call 020 8778 6463.

2 November Luther Vandross: the legend lives on Your chance to sing along to some of the greatest love songs ever written.

7.30pm, The Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green, SE6 4RU. £22.50. Visit www.broadwaytheatre.org.uk or call 020 8690 0002.

5 & 6 November Evros: The Crossing River

Markets 7 September Horniman farmers’ market Weekly Saturday market where you can buy fruit, vegetables, bread, meat, fish, flowers and more.

9am–1pm, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free.

Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

29 September Catford food market

Authentic mix of local food traders, artists and crafters on the last Sunday of every month.

10am–4pm, Catford Broadway, SE6 4SN. Free. Visit catfordfoodmarket.com.

Follow Doaa’s dreams of a better life against the backdrop of war in this immersive play about families in crisis seeking refuge.

7.30pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. £14, £10 (concessions). Visit thealbany.co.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

16 November Platform: Michele Stodart An intimate and heartwrenching performance by the singer-songwriter.

8pm, The Sydenham Centre, 44A Sydenham Road, SE26 5QX. £16, £14 (concession), £5 (16–19-year-olds). Visit www.sydenhamarts.co.uk or call 020 8778 646.

23 November The Craig Shergold Roadshow Sure to be a unique and hilarious night of stand-up comedy.

7.30pm, The Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green, SE6 4RU. £10. Visit www. broadwaytheatre.org.uk or call 020 8690 0002.

Tuesdays Laugh Train Home Work out your cheek muscles at these hilarious stand-up comedy nights.

8–10pm, The Honor Oak Pub, 1 St Germans Road, SE23 1RH. £6, £8 (on the door).

Visit www.honoroak.pub.

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autumn events 9–13 October Merrily We Roll Along Amateur musical that tells a classic story in reverse.

9–12 October, 7.45pm and 13 October, 3pm. £19. The Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green, SE6 4RU. Visit www.broadwaytheatre. org.uk or call 020 8690 0002.

30 November Scummie Mummies Calling all less-than-perfect parents! Join stand-up comedians Helen Thorn and Ellie Gibson for one hilarious evening.

8pm, over 18s only, The Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green, SE6 4RU. £16.

Visit www.broadwaytheatre. org.uk or call 020 8690 0002.

Classes, talks and exhibitions 12 September Chamber of Commerce’s Lewisham breakfast meeting Hope for the best but prepare for the worst by coming to this business workshop – hot breakfast buffet included.

7.30–9.30am, Lewisham College, Lewisham Way, SE4 1UT. £16 (members), £21 (non-members). Visit www.selondonchamber.org or call 020 8317 3365.

13 September Music gallery tour Gain a fascinating gallery insight with this exclusive tour and demonstration of newly restored instruments.

3–4pm, recommended for over 18s, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, 28

SE23 3PQ. £10.

Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

17 September–3 December Love Yourself, Heal Your Life® In this 10 week study group discover a new mindset and learn to reprogram your subconscious mind to reach your highest potential.

Tuesdays 7–9pm. Catford SE6 2EU. For prices and details call Mark 07812 379351 or Jackie 07449 304903.

18 September–11 December Yoga course Learn yoga at this friendly 11-week course.

Wednesdays, 6.15–7.15pm, Brockley Rise Centre, 2 Brockley Rise, SE23 1PR. £60, £30 (concession).

Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk or call 020 8314 6959.

27 September, 25 October, 29 November Local history talks Join like-minded residents to learn more about Lewisham’s fascinating history at these monthly talks.

Refreshments at 7.30pm, talk begins at 7.45pm, Albion Way Methodist Church, 1 Bonfield Road, SE13 6BY. £1 or free for members. Visit www. lewishamhistory.org.uk or call 020 8313 3384.

16 November Anna Sayburn Lane Join Lewisham Library’s crime reading group and discuss a gripping new novel with the author herself!

10.30am, Lewisham Library,

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Black History Month October Black History Month runs every October, bringing together a series of events that celebrate the culture, history and achievements of black and ethnic minority communities.

Listings of events happening in Lewisham will be available online and in local libraries in September.

Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/blackhistorymonth 199–201 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6LG. Free. Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk or call 020 8314 8430.

6 July–5 January 2020 Turn It Up: On Paradoxes Explore Nigerian paradoxes through a fascinating and critical lens with Jide Odukoya’s photographic series.

The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

First Tuesday of the month Sydenham reading group Join this reading group for informal and friendly book discussions.

6–7pm, open to over 16-year-olds. Free. Sydenham Library, 210 Sydenham Road, London, SE26 5SE. Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk or call 020 8778 1753.

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Back the b Deptford X 25 October – 3 November London’s longest running contemporary visual arts festival takes Stop Making Sense as the starting point for this year, looking to surreal, playful and unruly art as a disruption to our current political climate.

It brings artists from around the world to Deptford and showcases their work alongside some of the most creative talent living and working in the area in its uniquely un-juried fringe programme.

Deptford X, 9 Brookmill Road, London SE8 4HL. Visit www.deptfordx.org

reading group – just drop in and discuss what you’ve been reading.

7–8.30pm, Lewisham Library, 199–201 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6LG. Free. Visit www.lewishamlgbtforum. wordpress.com.

Sundays Crystal bowl sound bath Escape the hustle and bustle for an evening of sound mediation in an elegant setting.

7–8pm, Beckenham Place Mansion, Beckenham Place www.lewisham.gov.uk

Park, Beckenham Hill Road, BR3 1SY. £10. Visit www. beckenhamplace.org or call 07916 312239.

Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Visit www. horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

main front concourse at Lewisham Railway Station, SE13 7RY. Free.

Visit www.qwag.org.uk.

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28 September

Beginner Mandarin course Establish a solid foundation in Mandarin with this interactive and supportive five-week course.

Saturdays, 1.30–2.30pm.

Goldsmiths University of London, 8 Lewisham Way, SE14 6NW. £60. Visit www. gold.ac.uk/confucius-institute or call 020 7919 7171.

Outdoors 6 September Bat walk for adults Learn about our only flying mammal with the help of an expert and real bat detectors!

Meet by the clock tower, 7.30–9.30pm, (note that this event will be cancelled in the event of very bad weather), The Horniman Museum and

Low tide walk Wade in a river and experience our urban wildlife from a new perspective on this guided walk.

11am–1pm, children must be over 9 and accompanied by an adult, Creekside Discovery Centre, 14 Creekside, Deptford, SE8 4SA. £12 (adult), £10 (senior and student), £8 (9–16-yearolds). Visit www. creeksidecentre.org.uk or call 020 8692 9922.

22 September Lewisham 51st anniversary flood walk Immersive experience reimagining the great flood of 1968 when much of Lewisham was under water.

11am–1.30pm, meet on the

St Christopher’s Hospice twilight walk Admire stunning views and iconic architecture on this five-mile charity walk.

4–8pm, Start and finish on Blackheath Common, 7–8 Vanbrugh Terrace, SE3 7AP. £20 (adult), £10 (12–17-year -old), £35 (on the day).

Visit www.stchristophers.org. uk or call 020 8768 4500.

Beckenham Place Park Triathlon

13 October

The restored park will host its first triathlon this autumn.

With a 20km bike ride, 5km run and 500m swim in the lake, it’s perfect for people trying their first triathlon!

Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham Hill Road, BR3 1SY. Visit www.bppxtri.com

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autumn events Children and families Grove Park carnival and Chinbrook dog show Grab your boots and head down to this country and western themed carnival.

10.30am–2.30pm, Chinbrook Meadows, Amblecote Road, SE12 9RP. Free. Visit www. groveparkcarnival.co.uk

children’s market Indoor market with a huge range of bargain items.

12 noon–3pm, Beckenham Place Mansion, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham Hill Road, BR3 1SY. Free admission, £20 (pre-loved stall), £34.80 (business stall).

Visit www.cheekimonkeys. co.uk or call 07710 406 690.

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22 September

Art in space Your child can explore space using art at this messy craft session.

11am–1pm, suitable for 7–12-year-olds. Crofton Park Library, 375 Brockley Road, SE4 2AG. Free. Register at www.eventbrite.co.uk or call 020 8694 9373.

Play streets on Car Free Day Reclaim the streets and join this city-wide celebration by closing your road for kids to play!

Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk for more information and to apply to close your street.

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21 September Pop-up pirate stand-up comedy Ever wanted to jump on stage and share a joke? This familyfriendly, interactive comedy event is your chance.

11.30am–1.30pm, Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin Street, SE8 4RJ. Free. Visit www.deptfordlounge.org.uk.

21 September Cheeki Monkey’s baby &

27 September, 25 October, 29 November Free child car seat check Car seat errors are very easily made but very easily fixed with the right knowledge.

10am–3.30pm, Sainsbury’s, Southend Lane, SE26 4PU. Free. Visit www. goodeggcarsafety.com.

17 and 25 October Fostering and Family Information Service drop in

Get children’s activities by email Sign up free of charge and we’ll send you details of family activities, events for children, things to do in the school holidays and more.

Register at www.lewisham.gov.uk/childrensignup.

Find out how to become a foster carer, and the support on offer to families including free childcare entitlement and childcare options.

10am–2pm, outside Sainsbury’s, Lewisham Shopping Centre, SE13 7HB. Free. Visit www.lewisham.gov. uk/fosteringevents.

26 October Phoenix’s diversity day Celebrate the diversity of our community at Phoenix’s family-friendly annual festival.

12 noon–4pm, The Green Man, 355 Bromley Road SE6 2RP. Free.

Visit www.phoenixch.org.uk or call 0800 0285 700.

Until 27 October Brick Wonders Discover 50 amazing wonders from around the world made from half a million LEGO bricks!

The Horniman Museum and

Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. £8 (adult), £4.50 (child), £18 (family ticket).

Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

Wednesdays from 4 September Free storytelling Get transported to another world with fantasy stories for your babies and pre-schoolers.

9.30–10am, during term time only, Moon Lane Ink, 300 Stanstead Road, SE23 1DE. Free. Visit www. moonlaneink.co.uk or call 020 3489 7030.

Fridays LGBTQ youth group Pop down to this friendly and safe space to have fun and meet other young LGBTQ people.

4–5.30pm, The Holy Trinity Centre, Bennett Grove, SE13 7RF. Free.

Visit www.lewisham lgbtforum.wordpress.com.

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Hummie mummies (and daddies) Fed up of only singing nursery rhymes? Come along to this modern choir with your baby or toddler in tow.

10–11am, term time only, St Hilda’s Church, Brockley Road, SE23 1PL. £80 (twelve weeks), £45 (six weeks).

Visit www.hummymummies. com or email selondon@ hummymummies.com.

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Fridays Brick Wonders – Old London Bridge

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Older people

Plonk Crazy Golf The whole family can have buckets of fun at this ninehole extravanganza!

10am–5pm, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. £6 (adult), £4 (child), £13.50 (group of four).

Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

Positive Ageing Council’s public meeting If you’re over 60 and live, work or study in the borough, come along to ask questions about anything and everything.

11am–1.30pm, Civic Suite, Catford Road, SE6 4RU. Free. Visit www.lewisham.gov. uk or call 020 8314 6314.

First Sunday of the month

17 September–16 November

Family cycle ride Meet other Lewisham cyclists and discover safe ways of cycling with your children – there are even bikes to borrow.

10am, top of Eddystone Road, SE4 2DE. Free. Visit www.lewishamcyclists.co.uk.

12 September

Active retirement course 10-week course that aims to introduce you to a wide-range of engaging activities after retirement.

Thursdays, 10am–12 noon, Brockley Rise Centre, SE23 1PR.

£110, £55 (concession).

Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk or call 020 8314 6959.

18 September #Sixty: Seniors Forest Hill Come along for original drama, songs, a short film and of course, tea, cake and coffee.

2–4pm, Sydenham Centre 44A Sydenham Road, SE26 5QX. Free. Visit www.sydenhamarts.co.uk or call 020 8778 6463.

2 October Pensioners Day! A day with inspiring and informative speakers, great entertainment, a grand raffle and lunch.

12 noon–4pm, The Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green,

SE6 4RU. £3 in advance, £5 on the door.

Visit www.broadwaytheatre. org.uk or call 020 8690 0002.

30 October Broadway Blazers Showcoach Play in which the characters take a singing and dancing trip to the seaside – put on by an over-55s drama club.

7pm, The Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green, SE6 4RU. £7, £5 (concession).

Visit www.broadwaytheatre. org.uk or call 020 8690 0002.

Thursdays Headlines Discuss news, play games, and have a chit-chat over a delicious cooked breakfast.

9.30am–12 noon.

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Fridays Fab Friday exercise class Stay active by joining this exercise class designed especially for older adults.

11am–12 noon, The Green Man, 355 Bromley Road, SE6 2RP. £3.

Visit www.thegreenman.com or call 0800 028 5700.

Throughout Happy Feet Get in touch with the team and book a session – they will cut your toenails and check your feet for any problems. A mobile service that is available

across the borough. £19.50 for the first appointment, £14.50 for appointments after this.

Visit www.ageuk.org.uk or call 020 7358 4077.

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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_caroline.kalu@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

Cllr Caroline Kalu (Lab) & 020 8314 9387

Cllr Silvana Kelleher (Lab) & 020 8314 3430

cllr_silvana.kelleher@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Lionel Openshaw (Lab) & 020 8314 6382

cllr_lionel.openshaw@lewisham.gov.uk

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 Sophie Davis (Lab) & 020 8314 3493

cllr_sophie.davis@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Leo Gibbons (Lab) & 020 8314 6916

cllr_leo.gibbons@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Suzannah Clarke (Lab) & 020 8314 6944 Cllr Colin Elliott (Lab) & 020 8314 9878

cllr_colin.elliott@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Eva Stamirowski (Lab) & 07392 860305

Cllr Hilary Moore (Lab) & 020 8314 7886

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Ladywell

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cllr_bill.brown@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_hilary.moore@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Bill Brown (Lab) & 020 8314 9821

Cllr Chris Barnham (Lab) & 020 8314 9896

Cllr Carl Handley (Lab) & 020 8314 6525

Cllr Pauline Morrison (Lab) & 020 8244 5315

Cllr Liz Johnston-Franklin (Lab) & 020 8314 7985

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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 Kim Powell (Lab) & 020 8314 2051

Cllr Joe Dromey (Lab) & 07736 667917

cllr_joe.dromey@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Paul Maslin (Lab) & 020 8852 1530

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Cllr Jonathan Slater (Lab) & 020 8314 9981

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cllr_paul.maslin@lewisham.gov.uk

john.paschoud@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_chris.barnham@lewisham.gov.uk

Telegraph Hill

cllr_brenda.dacres@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Brenda Dacres (Lab) & 020 8314 9872

cllr_suzannah.clarke@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Tauseef Anwar (Lab) & 020 8314 9930

cllr_liam.curran@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_peter.bernards@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Peter Bernards (Lab) & 020 8314 9927

cllr_abdeslam.amrani@lewisham. gov.uk

cllr_eva.stamirowski@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Liam Curran (Lab) & 020 8314 6937

Cllr Mark Ingleby (Lab) & 020 8698 8562

Perry Vale

cllr_alan.smith@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_tom.copley@lewisham.gov.uk

New Cross

Grove Park

Cllr Alan Smith (Ind) & 020 8697 5505

Cllr Tom Copley (Lab) & 020 8314 8224

Forest Hill

Catford South

Cllr Abdeslam Amrani (Lab) & 020 3489 6110

Cllr Chris Best (Lab) & 020 8676 9516

Cllr John Paschoud (Lab) & 020 8314 3437 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 Louise Krupski (Lab) & 020 8314 8983

cllr_louise.krupski@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr John Muldoon (Lab) & 020 3489 4640

cllr_john.muldoon@lewisham. gov.uk

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

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

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

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