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Contents HOLYWOOD EDITION • #60 • DECEMBER 2017

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Golf News

Robin Masefield

ROCKPORT SCHOOL A three year old has been awarded a prestigious Junior Golf Award!

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HISTORY

STEINER SCHOOL

Events at Holywood library launch Robin Masefield’s book Palace Barracks (to 1969)

The annual Holywood Steiner School’s annual Advent Fair awaits.

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At the Museum

Local Events

Festive Fun

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ALZHEIMERS

BUSINESS

All the Christmas themed events at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

A fantastic event held at Titanic Belfast plus some advice for this season

Holywood businesses urged to enter Responsible Business Awards

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SR Hairdressing

Xmas Inspiration

FESTIVITIES

HAIR TRENDS Sabrina Robinson is back with her insight for hair trends in 2018

Awards

HOME

WHAT’S ON

Jill from ReFound is on hand with some last minute home styled gift ideas

All the regular events happening in and around Holywood

Get Planning

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News

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Tenants Advised To Be Aware Of Bogus Callers BE AWARE : COUNCIL ADVICE Housing Executive tenants in Ards and North Down are being advised to exercise caution when answering doors to tradesmen at home.

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he Housing Executive’s Ards and North Down Area Manager Owen Brady said: “Tenants should be extra vigilant for bogus callers as theft is usually their aim especially as the festive period approaches.

These bogus callers will frequently claim to be from a public body like the Housing Executive or a contractor.

Residents should not allow anyone to enter their home without proper identification.”

The Housing Executive offers the following key advice to tenants: ·Our staff and contractors, and those from other public bodies will have a photographic identity card. ·Check this carefully, if they have forgotten their ID card they will understand if entry is refused. ·If you are in any doubt at all, take no chances, and refuse entry.

Only a bogus caller will insist

on entry without proper identification so: ·If you have a door chain or spy hole - use it, or look out of the window; ·Phone us on 03448 920 900 to check the caller’s details if they claim to be from the HE ·You can also phone ‘Quick Check’, on 0800 013 22 90 a 24 hour freephone service to check the identity of the caller; ·If you are suspicious call the police on the non-emergency number 101

HERBERT GOULD POPS BACK TO HOLYWOOD POPPING UP : RETAIL THERAPY

The much loved home and gift shop Herbert Gould has returned to Holywood for the festive season, after moving from the town to the Lisburn Road a few years ago

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he pop up shop is selling a range of beautiful homeware and Christmas decorations. The local community is delighted to see Herbert Gould back in Holywood, sharing their stories from when they used to frequent the shop based on Church Road. Many customers visiting the new shop, located on the High Street, have revealed they still have the items purchased years ago, including Christmas baubles and garlands, and Mulberry handbags. Herbert Gould Holywood is open until the end of January, selling exclusive brands such as Penhaligons, Steiff and Neal’s Yard.

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North Down Remembers the Fallen IN REMEMBRANCE : NORTH DOWN REPRESENTS North Down was strongly represented at the solemn act of Remembrance at Belfast’s Cenotaph, the City of Belfast’s annual tribute to the memory of those who died during the Great War 1914-1918 and the World War 1939-1945.

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TOP: Cadet Daniel Leeb from Holywood MIDDLE: Sea Cadet, Chief Petty Officer David Polly from Bangor.

RIGHT: Cadet Corporal Finlay Eames from Bangor

It’s a Kind of Magic...

TA DA : MAGICAL

Holywood Library to become the New Hogwarts this January for budding Magicians & Wizards. own Magic Wand! Alongside the Magic which will be taught by a professional magician John ell it is a magical season Ussher who has trained under and what better way to magic greats including the late carry that Magic on through to Paul Daniels, and entertainer the new year than to sign your William Corbett, children will Magic Kid up for the new weekly grow in confidence and work on Magic Club which is starting in how to present their skills Holywood Library in January. with experienced children’s Magic Kidz are hosting fun new acting Coach Diane Graham classes every Monday for 6-8 & from Belfast Talent.

9-11 yr olds that offer the promise This unique class has been of Magic and more. Each week carefully crafted to incorporate the young magicians will add concentration and confidence a new trick to their Magic building as well as learning a Box and take home easy to very cool new skill. follow instructions, so they can All the magic tricks are practise on family and friends. age appropriate and the All the tricks are included and environment is one of of course each child gets their encouragement, support and

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most of all fun! At the end of each term, the highlight will be a special graduation ceremony. ”We can’t wait to meet the new Holywood class of 2018” says founder Diane Graham and who knows with all the great events happening in the town, we might even get the chance to impress you all with some street magic soon!”

So look out for Holywood Library becoming Hogwarts in January everyone with the focus on Magic and having fun with new friends - sounds great!

To find out more visit www. magickidz.co.uk or email info@ magickidz.co.uk | Visit the facebook page or you can call 0785 321 4420

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“Golf Mad” Max On Par For Place In Top Golf Academy PICTURED

DEBBIE HANNA, PGA PROFESSIONAL AT BLACKWOOD GOLF CLUB, MAX BROWNE ROCKPORT SCHOOL AND SCOTT MCILVEEN - HEAD OF BOYS’ PE AT ROCKPORT SCHOOL.

For more info www.rockportschool.com

Three year old Max Browne from Bangor has been awarded a prestigious Junior Golf Award as part of The Golf Academy at Rockport School

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ockport School Golf Academy is the first of its kind in Ireland to give pupils the unique opportunity to combine academic studies with dedicated timetabled time to practice their golf. It offers an outstanding opportunity for aspiring young champions

moves through the development stages of the Academy.

Max’s mum Kelly says he’s ‘golf mad’ and knew Rockport was the natural choice of school for Max, and his sister Jessica. Kelly says: “As a parent it’s thrilling when your child gets so much enjoyment from any activity they and goes beyond simply do. But as Max shows so much playing as members are taught enthusiasm for golf, and appears golf etiquette, rules, course to be showing good ability for his management, green-keeping age, we knew Rockport was the and caddying. natural school choice in order As part of the Academy all to help nurture and develop children from the age of three his talent. Rockport have been play golf as a timetabled PE instrumental in allowing Max sport. This Junior Golf Award is to fully enjoy his golf, whilst testament to the commitment the Academy makes to nurturing also giving him the platform and resources to consistently talent from a young age. improve his game. I really cannot Max, pictured here with Mr McIlveen - Head of Boys’ PE and speak highly enough of the Debbie Hanna, PGA Professional school. The staff and Headmaster have really invested in Max’s at Blackwood Golf Club, was identified as a growing talent and development and his future, not just through golf, but through the the Academy will give him the opportunity to grow in the game top-class primary education that and realise his full potential as he Rockport gives.”

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Holywood Connections With Palace Barracks History Explored Last month, Holywood’s Library was the venue for two events marking the 120 years connection between Palace Barracks and the town.

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Mayor of Ards and North Down Borough Council, Robert Adair, with Robin Masefield.

Photography by Andrew Towe of Parkway Photography

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n 16 November, the Mayor of Ards and North Down Borough Council, Robert Adair, paid tribute to the District’s historic support for the Armed Services, when he spoke at the well-attended launch of the new book by Robin Masefield, entitled The History of Palace Barracks (to 1969) and Holywood as a Garrison Town. Robin paid thanks to all those who had made the book possible, highlighting in particular the contribution that had been made by over 50 Holywood residents on whose recollections he had drawn.

In addition to a synopsis of the book, highlighting some of the more humorous as well as sorrowful events over the years,

very moving readings were given by three Holywood residents.

One described how a chance meeting in the parish church and the discovery of a shared love of singing over 70 years ago had led to close and sustained friendships between families on either side of the Irish Sea over the subsequent generations.

In the following week, members of the Holywood U3A’s very enthusiastic Local History Group hosted an afternoon event for many distinguished residents of the town, who shared their reminiscences of bygone times, reaching back as far as the 1930s. Holywood people recalled the German prisoners of war at the camp at Jackson’s Road, and the extent

to which friendships between them and local residents had developed in the period after the war had ended. There were also memories of seeing German planes flying over Holywood, and the effect of rationing during wartime.

Robin is delighted that the book has already led to additional material being recorded about this period in the town’s history and would be delighted to hear from anyone else with further information. He can be contacted at rmasefield@ hotmail.com.

The History of Palace Barracks (to 1969) and Holywood as a Garrison Town is now on sale for £10 in local bookshops, or from www.colourpointbooks.co.uk

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Holywood Steiner School Advent Fair

The Holywood Steiner school will be holding their annual Advent Fair on Sunday, 10 December, ADMISSION FREE : EVERYONE WELCOME between 1 and 6pm.

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It is a time for families to come together to create decorations or bake cakes for comfort and sustenance through the long nights of winter.

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his family-friendly event is a market and a food fair, a parent and friends choir performance and a craft festival.

This year it will also feature forest school activities as well as a bonfire. There will be an organic burger stall (meat and vegan), a pizza van, a curry stall, dumplings, crepes and a barista cafe fully stocked with delicious healthy cakes and festive bakes.

www.holywood-steiner.co.uk

The school accepts children from playgroup to GCSE. Parent Emma Foley said, “The children, parents, teachers and friends of the school truly love sharing the creativity and community spirit that the school is so rich in. It is a time for families to come together to create decorations or bake cakes for comfort and sustenance through the long nights of winter.” The school places a special emphasis on the seasons of the year, and through each season it looks to nourish every child in a comprehensive and age appropriate way.

“The Advent season in Europe has traditionally been a time

of preparation for the depths of winter, a time to enjoy the cosiness of retreating indoors and lighting candles and fires,” added Emma.” The school’s Advent Fair is an outward expression of this impulse to bring the children the gift of selfexpression through their class work, stories, activities, crafts and through their active forest school experience. Children and their carers can come and work around the bonfire to create their own advent craft to take home as a gift or for themselves. This in addition to the other amazing crafts on offer.

Admission to the event is free, and everyone is welcome.

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Christmas at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum A Traditional Christmas all Wrapped Up at the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum

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he Ulster Folk & Transport Museum invites visitors to take some time to leave the hustle and bustle of the high street and explore the traditional charm of Christmas from over 100 years ago at their series of fantastic, nostalgic events.

Every Friday evening from 1st - 15th December, 6pm until 9pm, visitors can explore the festively decorated, candlelit homes, Churches and shops in Ballycultra village at night time.

They will have the chance to hear some rousing, seasonal anthems performed by brass bands, watch the family magic shows as well as sample a range of tasty traditional treats. There are also opportunities to book a time and date to meet Santa as he calls in to visit the Folk Museum.

The ever popular Carols by Candlelight will also be taking place at 7.30pm each Friday evening from 1st December at the atmospheric Omagh Meeting House. This highly anticipated

event on the Ulster Folk Museum’s calendar, offers visitors an evening of traditional carols and seasonal readings.

On 10th December a special day of festive fun, The Spirit of Christmas Past, takes place at the Folk Museum from 11am 4pm. Visitors can experience the atmosphere of Christmas in the 1900s as they relax and enjoy a warming cup of seasonal homemade punch. Children can visit Santa with that last-minute Christmas list. And there’s lots of Christmas craft workshops, magic shows and readings from

Booking is essential for Santa visits and Carols by Candlelight.

For further events information visit www.nmni.com/whats-on

A Christmas Carol to entertain visitors young and old.

Greg Borne, Visitor Services Manager for the Ulster Folk & Transport Museum, said - “Each event is curated to invite visitors to experience what Christmas was like 100 years ago and take in the sights, sounds and smells of the season at their leisure.

These events are an opportunity to embrace the a truly traditional type Christmas from long ago; there are no bright lights, cheesy Christmas pop music or stressed shoppers, just festive cheer something for everyone.”

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Titanic Belfast’s Gift of Joy to Living with Dementia FESTIVE CHEER : A WINTER WONDERLAND

Local families, including Diane and Margaret Lowry from East Belfast, whose lives have been impacted by Dementia had the chance to enjoy some festive cheer at the exclusive launch of Titanic Belfast’s Magical Christmas Experience.

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iane and Margaret Lowry from East Belfast and their family were invited by the Alzheimer’s Society to the World’s Leading Visitor Attraction to see Father Christmas arrive and launch “We are so grateful to Titanic Belfast for inviting our families the Magical Christmas Experience. Aware that to be involved in the Magical Christmas can often be a Christmas Experience. Some of the best Christmas gifts can’t challenging time for families living with dementia, with be wrapped, and hosting a Dementia Friendly event so that heightened emotions and feelings of isolation, the event families can enjoy Christmas enabled families to kick off together is a present that will the festive season together. not just build new memories for Margaret’s family had the future generations, but will also chance to step through the Old allow families to remember and Curiosity Shop to enter into reminisce about Christmases the Elves’ Workshop, join Mrs gone by.

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up their names in the naughty or nice list and meet Father Christmas. Mingling with a host of well-known Northern Ireland faces from the world of entertainment, the families were first to preview this year’s event. “It really is just magical,” Diane said. “Sometimes it’s hard to go someone here new with Mum because you wonder how it will be because of the dementia, so to be able to come and know that it will be Dementia Friendly, it’s just very special. There are so many happy families, so much joy. We’ve seen lots of our friends and made lots of new friends tonight too.”

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people living with dementia.

The three women enjoyed reminiscing and a visit to Father Christmas to share their Christmas wish list.

Titanic Belfast’s Director of Operations, Judith Owens, commented: “Christmas is a truly magical time of year and our Experience is all about embracing festive cheer and creating unique memories.

With over 20,000 individuals and families living with Dementia in Northern Ireland and one in three children knowing someone living with Dementia, we are delighted to be able to support the Alzheimer’s Society to give the gift the joy to its very deserving service users, including Margaret, this festive season.”

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Ireland Director at Alzheimer’s Society, said: “With someone developing dementia every three minutes and no cure in sight, the need to unite in the fight against dementia has never been more pressing , so this Christmas Alzheimer’s Society is celebrating the thousands of people who have united against dementia this year by fundraising, campaigning and volunteering for Alzheimer’s Society, and we are pleased to see some of our amazing volunteers with personal experience of dementia in their family here enjoying the magic of Christmas at Titanic Belfast. “ Titanic Belfast’s Magical Christmas Experience runs until 23 December. To book : www.titanicbelfast.com.

ety’s new Side by Side service that helps people with dementia keep e info on how you can get involved to unite against dementia.

PUT YOUR DECORATIONS UP EARLY AND SLOWLY Introduce Christmas decorations gradually, over the course of a few days or even a week, so that it doesn’t come as a big change to the person’s usual setting.

SPREAD OUT FAMILY VISITS A large number of guests can be noisy and overwhelming, so spread out visits over the festive period.

CREATE A QUIET ROOM If things do get busy, designate one room in your house a ‘quiet room’ where one can relax without loud noise and consider scheduling periods of rest throughout the day.

KEEP THE ROUTINE Try to keep meals at the same time and in familiar surroundings so your loved one can relax. Be mindful of food, although people tend to over indulge during the festive season, a full plate can be quite daunting so try not to overload your loved one’s plate.

PLAY FAMILIAR XMAS MUSIC Or reminisce over old photos.

This can help your loved one relax and will add a nice touch to the festivities.

For more advice on making Christmas Dementia Friendly, call the National Dementia Helpline on 0300 222 1122

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Holywood Businesses Urged to Enter Responsible Business Awards PICTURED Front row from left): Ciaran McConnell, JP Corry; Kieran Harding, Business in the Community; Sonia Armstrong, Ulster Business; (back row from left) Rosemary Lundy, Arthur Cox; Chris James, Fujitsu; Michelle Hatfield, George Best Belfast City Airport; Ciaran McCallion; Allen & Overy; Jenni Barkley, Belfast Harbour; Adrian Doran, Barclays; Judith Marrs, Survitec.

Business in the Community is calling on responsible organisations in Holywood to enter the 2018 Responsible Business Awards in Northern Ireland.

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pplications can be made online at www.bitcni. org.uk/awards. Entries will close on Friday 23 February 2018 and the winners will be revealed at a glittering gala dinner at Belfast Waterfront Hall on Thursday 24 May 2018. The annual

awards, which are run by Business in the Community, seek to recognise and celebrate firms in Northern Ireland that are making a difference by taking practical action to address pressing social and environmental issues. They are open to firms here of all sizes and from all sectors.

There are ten categories up for grabs in 2018.

1. NI Responsible Company of the Year, sponsored by George Best Belfast City Airport 2. Diversity and Inclusion Award, sponsored by Barclays 3. Education Award, sponsored by Allen & Overy

4. Employability Champion Award, sponsored by Belfast Harbour 5. Environmental Leadership Award, sponsored by Arthur Cox 6. Digital Champion Award, sponsored by Fujitsu 7. One-to-Watch Award, sponsored by Survitec 8. Building Stronger Communities Award 9. Wellbeing at Work Award 10. Marketplace Leadership Award To help companies with top tips on how to enter, and give them the opportunity to meet previous winners, a Showcase & Share Breakfast will be held on Tuesday 9 January at the

eSpark Hub in Lombard Street, Belfast.

These Awards offer the opportunity for Northern Ireland organisations to showcase the practical action they’ve taken to address key social and environmental issues.

Previous winners of these Awards have shown remarkable innovation, creativity and a sustained commitment to corporate responsibility. Not only did they demonstrate the positive impact they have had on society but also the business benefits.

Find out more at www. bitc.org.uk/awards.

Closing date for entries is 9 February 2018.

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1. The Bay Tree Book £20. Coffee Mug by Allison Hanvey £12.95 (incl voucher for a coffee & famous cinnamon scone). Gift Vouchers (any amount, or made out for a tasting event). Bay Tree Coffee £6.95 for 250g. 118 High Street, Holywood. Tel 028 9042 1419. baytreeholywood.co.uk 2. Rechargeable Bottle String Light from Oscar & Joy. £12. Create a glowing light arrangement out of any of your empty bottles. 94 High Street, Holywood. Tel 028 9042 5483. oscarandjoy.com 3. Wesenjak adult’s and children’s slippers, available in a variety of sizes and colours from Iona. Made in Austria from boiled wool. Price dependent on size. 27 Church Rd, Holywood. Tel 028 9042 8597.

4. Selection of handbags, accessories and fashion from The White Bicycle.

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59 High Street, Holywood. Tel. 028 9042 8435. whitebicycle.co.uk 5. Beautifully crafted, gorgeous designs that inspire Free Play and Imagination. Little Citizens. 120 High St, Holywood. Tel 028 9042 8427 6. Zeppellin Luna watch. Galvanically refined dials with a distinctive shell structure, mother-of-pearl insert and SWAROVSKI crystals. Available from Artiqua. Price on request. 90 High Street, Holywood. Tel 028 9042 2227 7. Perfect gift for a man this Christmas from Stephen Whalley. Range of 4 Silk Pocket Squares. Belfast Cranes £29.99 available from stephenwhalley. com or Belfast Continental Market.

8. New Homeware from Dawn Crothers available at dawncrothers. com or Belfast Continental Market.

9. Luxury Christmas cracker gift set by delilah containing two of their new

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Liquid Lipsticks in nude shades or red colours. From Deborah Harper Makeup & Beauty. £28. 7 Station Square, Helens Bay. Tel 028 9185 2859 deborahharperbeauty.co.uk 10. Beautiful Bottle lights by Holywood Artist Julie Stewart for On The Square Emporium. Bottle light with light fitting and large Edison bulb £50. Bottle light with battery powered led string lights £29.50. A3, Sydenham Business Park, 17 Heron Rd, Belfast. onthesquareemporium.com 11. Latest Trends, occasion wear, weddings, all covered at Dietrich.

Sizes 8-20. 63 High Street Holywood Tel 028 9042 1181.

12. Teardrop & skull bracelet by Bohemian Vixen. £50. All available on bohemianvixen.com & Sundays 10-5 from Bohemian Vixen at St Georges Market.

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The family grow multi award winning Kelly bronze turkeys which are slowly matured over a 22 week period to provide a succulent bird of high quality flavour and texture. The turkeys

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Hair Colour Trends 2018

BY SABRINA ROBINSON | SR HAIRDRESSING

It’s that time of year again, and we’re already planning a new look for the New Year ! These new colour trends are perfect for any woman wanting new ways to change up their look and be bang on trend for 2018!

Soft Contrasting Roots This colour is a mix of soft brown roots , matched with dark brows. This intentional contrast is both effective and convenient, as it will allows the blood to stand out more your hair to grows out with less maintenance.

Beige Blonde This hair colour is also low maintenance is a much more natural and softer colour of blonde. There’s little variation in this soft, light shade of blonde, which is what makes it so special, This type of blonde suit most skin tones .

Face Framing Highlights This is my favourite look, its effective and can be mixed up with different contrasting

colours. This look is edgy without being overthe-top.

Natural Rich Brunette This shade of brown is a rich warmth tone without crossing over into reddish territory, making it super-flattering on all different types of skin undertones, and perfect to match roots smudge effect and also for a complete change this time of year !

Toasty Blonde This shade of blonde is a perfect balance of colour. It’s a rich colour with added warmth without being brassy, and a light shade so doesn’t wash out your skin, the tones create dimension to the hair so hair doesn’t looked over highlighted .

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The latest headlines from your community and beyond

RETAIL THERAPY FESTIVE SHOPPING TIME TO GET OFF THE COUCH!

In todays modern world our Christmas shopping has become a remote online affair. Amazon & ebay and the like have given us convenience over a shopping experience.

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ur choice may seem wider, but it is only as wide as your search criteria. Which means you are unlikely to find that fantastic gift that you didn’t know you were looking for. It’s time to get off the couch and get some Retail Therapy; get out on the streets, go into shops you wouldn’t normally go to, try some markets and second hand retailers, have a wee alcoholic libation between shops, what the hell, its Christmas. Support the local independent retailers and enjoy the experience of searching for a unique gift.

1. Vintage and antique perfume bottles from £15 On The Square Emporium 2. Locally hand made drift wood light with tubular Edison bulb. £75 Refound 3. Replica John Wayne, 45 Single action. On mount and frame £225 On The Square Emporium 4. Antique silver plated candlesticks £30 On The Square Emporium 5. Tv & Movie prints on hand made paper. Unframed £20, Framed £38 Refound 6. Vintage cameras from £10 On The Square Emporium

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REDBURN COMMUNITY CENTRE

MONDAY

55+ Group 2-4pm.

55+ Lunch Club 12.30-2pm Art Club 3.30-5.30pm | P1 - P7 | £1 Girl’s Group 7-9pm | P7 - Year 12 | £1

TUESDAY After School Club 3.30-5.30pm | P1 - P7 | £1 Parent & Toddler 10am-12pm | Pre School | £1.50

WEDNESDAY

Patchwork Club 2-4pm | Any Age | £2 per week

THURSDAY

Cookery Club 3.30-5.30pm | P1 - P7 Parent & Toddlers Group 10am-12 | Pre school | £1.50 Redburn Youth Group 7-9pm | P7 - Form 5 | £1

FRIDAY

Holywood Men’s Sheds 11am-1pm. Any age. £15 annually

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TUESDAY 55+ Group 2-4pm.

55+ Lunch Club 12.30-2pm After School Club

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HOLYWOOD LIBRARY Tel: 028 9042 4232.

MONDAY Magic Kidz 3.15-4pm Age 6-8 years 4.00-4.45pm Age 9-11 years The NEW weekly Magic Class for Kids starts in January Learn Cool Tricks, Make New Friends, Grow in Confidence, WOW your friends and family with your skills and have fun!

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TUESDAY

Rhythm & Rhyme 10.30am. Introduce children aged 0 - 4 years to the wonder of rhymes, songs and stories.

WEDNESDAY

Knit & Knatter 10.30am -12. Knitting, crochet, cross stitch and other crafts.

Adult Reading Group 10.30am -12. Last Wednesday of the month. Share and enjoy.

THURSDAY

Junior Reading Group 15.45-16.30 Second Thursday of the month. Children aged 9-11 Visually Impaired Group 14.30pm-16.00. Last Thursday of the month.

Bedtime Story Time 18.00 -18.30. Last Thursday of the month. Children aged 4-8

FRIDAY

Junior Reading Group 14.15 - 15.00 Third Saturday of the month. Children aged 7-9.

HOLYWOOD FAMILY TRUST Contact 028 9042 7842

FRIDAY

Junior Youth Club 6.30-8.30pm. Free. P7 - Year 9.

Youth Drop In 6.15-10.15pm. Free. Year 8 & over Youth Drop In 2.30-4.30pm / 6.15-10.15pm Free. Year 8 & over

HOLYWOOD DISTRICT U3A Annual membership is £20.

Reading, coffee, chat, gardening, history, bowls, creative writing, painting for pleasure, walking... www.u3asites.org.uk/holywood

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2018 WINTER - SPRING TASTINGS CALENDAR SEAFOOD & SAUVIGNON NIGHT Saturday 27th January

We’re kicking off 2018 with a crowd pleaser! With so much to choose from in both food and wine for this one, you’re in for a great night! Unless you don’t like seafood…or Sauvignon.

5 Wines, 5 Courses | Hosted by Conal; Gapwines | £45pp

LEBANESE WINE TASTING Saturday 24th February

For every crowd pleaser, there’s a curve ball! We’re so excited about our first ever Lebanese night. Not only will you be trying some really exciting, excellent produce from a relatively unknown wine region, you’ll come away with the ability to impress your friends with an “oh you’ve never tried Lebanese wine before?” smugness.

5 Lebanese Wines | 5 Lebanese Courses | Hosted by Conal; Gapwines | £45pp

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SHIRAZ AROUND THE WORLD with a Special Guest!

Saturday 24th March

This is going to be a BIG night! BIG wines, BIG flavours and hopefully a BIG crowd!

And we’ve got a BIG treat for you on the evening too, with Michael Thomson from Mike’s Fancy Cheese Co. (N’ards) talking to us about his legendary ‘Young Buck’ raw-milk blue cheese, which we’ll be serving!

5 wines, 5 courses | Hosted by Conal; Gapwines | £45pp

MEET THE BREWER - NORTHERN MONK BREW CO.(Leeds) Saturday 21st April

We’ve been trying to get the guys from this fantastic brewery over for a while now... and we’ve finally got them booked in!What’s so good about them? As they explain, “Northern Monk takes thousands of years of brewing heritage and tradition and combines them with the best of both local and internationally sourced ingredients, crafting beers to excite, to savour, to taste and to remember.”

5 Craft Beers | 5 ‘Street Food’ Courses | Hosted by Conal; Gapwines | £40pp

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