EN Magazine April 2008

Things to do - Places to go - People to see

EN Magazine

April 2008 Your Free Local Magazine

Enfield’s Animal Rescue

Discovering the Underwater World

Local News and What’s On in Your Area

Andy Abraham The UK’s Eurovision Hope

Holiday Destinations With A Difference

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Page 5 - 13 Local News and Events Page 14 - 15 Meet The UK’s Eurovision Contender Page 17 -20 Top Ten Travel Destinations

EN Magazine Contents

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Page 21 - 23 Discovering a Whole New World Page 24 - 25 Sunglasses - Fashion Item or Essential Protection Page 26 - 27 Enfield’s Animal Rescue

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Page 28 - 31 What’s On

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Hello and welcome to the April issue of EN Magazine After what has been a particularly miserable Easter holiday weather wise, many of us will be looking to escape the British weather to head for sunnier climes and this month we have a travel article with a difference giving you destinations to head for that you may not even have considered or heard of before!

We also have an interview with Andy Abraham who has been picked to represent the UK in the Eurovision Song Contest on 24th May. Let’s hope that Enfield boy Andy can break the spell of bad luck we have been having in previous contests.

You will also find lots of fantastic local events featured in this months Local News and Events section. We have endeavoured to feature events to suit all age ranges and pockets so hopefully everyone can find something of interest to enjoy.

We also have articles on scuba diving, sunglasses and animal rescue to name but a few!

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Local News and Events

COUNCIL TAX INCREASES E

nfield Council agreed an increase to Council tax bills by 3.9% for Council services at a full Council meeting last week.

Council leader, Mike Rye said: “After making £10 million in efficiency savings, we have been able to fully fund front line services and keep Enfield council tax bills among the lowest in outer London.”

“This means 11 pence a day extra for the average council tax payer for millions more on education, care for our elderly, cleaner streets and weekly bin collections.”

The Enfield element of the average B and D Council Tax is now £1073.70 plus £309.82 from the Mayor’s GLA precept.

Highlights of the budget include: £4 million extra for adult social services £10 million to improve Enfield’s roads £23m investment to improve our schools Cllr Rye said: “We would have loved to cut bills this year for hardworking council taxpayers but it has been impossible to achieve due to the ridiculous damping mechanism unfairly imposed on Enfield by the Government.”

Cllr Rye was referring to the damping system introduced by the Government to ensure all councils receive a minimum level of funding, even though it may be more than they are assessed as needing. It means the borough loses £5.5 million from its funding – equal to 5.5% of the Council Tax - even though Whitehall has assessed

insurance and maintenance of Council buildings. £10 million is kept back to enable the council to address unforeseen circumstances.

Cllr Rye said: “The Council has been praised by the Audit Commission for our use of resources, which is evidence that a decision to keep healthy reserves and balances is prudent.

“A raid on the reserves would have been highly irresponsible. It would have exposed the Council in an

the borough as needing the money to pay for services.

Cllr Rye dismissed calls to raid the reserves to freeze council tax.

Approximately £50 million is earmarked for future planned investment in IT services, service improvements such as roads and street lighting,

unpredictable and volatile economic climate and would limit our ability to pay for unforeseen costs, such as £2.2 million of social care costs imposed on the Council by the PCT, which has put £20 on the average council tax bills.

“In this light, a 3.9% increase is a balanced, responsible and sensible proposal which will enable the Council to continue in its quest to deliver excellence services for our residents.”

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Each night at 8 o’clock there is a special two-hour request programme where patients have a completely free

choice of music. The requests can vary from the latest Girls Aloud release to Benny Hill singing “Ernie the fastest milkman In the West”. There are often requests for country and western, opera, jazz, hiphop. The choiceof music is wide open.

The most requested record over the 38 years of broadcasting remains Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” which was released just a few months before the station first came on the air and has remained popular throughout.

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We are pleased to send our congratulations to Mrs. H Biggs from Enfield EN1.

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Local News and Events

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re your little ones giving you lip? Do they shine in the Nativity play?

If you see a special quality in your offspring, or perhaps you think they could do with some help expressing themselves or, if they are aged 4 – 14 years maybe joining Millfield Youth Theatre over the Summer months is worth a thought?

For those somewhat older ‘younger’ people, Millfield Youth Theatre Company caters for performers aged 14 – 25 years.

The flagship youth theatre course at Millfield House offers fun and relaxed theatre groups for children 4 – 14 years old, to encourage communication and confidence in a relaxed atmosphere using drama, movement and singing as the primary tools. With an excellent team of creative staff the children attend sessions with a strong emphasis on

Calling all 4 to 25 year old Drama Kings and Queens having plenty of fun.

A variety of activities and new challenges are offered suitable to the different age groups, then the whole young Company come together to perform at Millfield Theatre once a year (on 6 July at 3pm) to showcase their achievements. Perhaps parties interested in joining would like to attend and see what they could be letting themselves in for in the future.

Millfield Youth Theatre Company group for those 14 – 25 years is currently evolving and offers the opportunity for people passionate about theatre to work with industry professionals, take part in productions and gain new skills and knowledge. Over Millfield’s

Summer months, to avoid distracting from exams, the two previous MYT groups for 14 – 25 years are combining later in the term to rehearse and perform a specially written production on 12 and 13 July; The Garrulous Delusion by Stuart Pursell.

Auditions for the Garrulous Delusion are at Millfield House (during half term week) on Wednesday 28 May 6 – 9pm.

Rehearsals begin after exams on Friday 13th June.

If offered a role you will recieve a £100 fee to take part.

Sunday MYT starts from Sunday 27 April.

4 - 5 years 10.30 - 12pm £100 6 - 7 years 12.30 - 2pm £100 8 - 10 years 11 - 2pm £185 11 - 14 years 11- 2pm £185

Based at your local community theatre venue, with easy transport links and parking facilities. There is a café for parents to chill out with the papers if you choose to wait, whilst your fledglings flex their creative muscles. For further details call the Box Office 020 8807 6680 Website: www. millfieldtheatre.co.uk Millfield House Silver Street, Edmonton, London, N18 1PJ Transport: TUBE: Turnpike Lane (Piccadilly line) then buses 144, 217 or 231, Wood Green (Piccadilly line) then bus 144 TRAIN: Silver Street station, and 10 minute walk BUS: 34, 102, W6, 144, 217, 231

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Local News and Events

Enfield School is Top Fundraiser S

tudents at St Ignatius College in Turkey Street, Enfield have broken records by raising £12,000 for the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD) over the course of just one term, making them CAFOD’s top fundraising school for 2007.

The pupils of the boys’ school, aged between 11 and 18, threw themselves into fundraising for CAFOD after hearing about how CAFOD’s

partners are providing education, healthcare and supporting human rights in Brazil. They were also spurred on by a little healthy competition as the form groups in the school tried to outdo each other’s fundraising efforts. The winning form, 7S, comprising thirty 11 and 12 year-old pupils, raised over £700 during the four months of Autumn term.

The students organised a

variety of enjoyable fundraising activities such as a non-uniform day, a beat the teacher at penalty kicks tournament, a sponsored silence, a raffle of a signed football shirt, and a breaktime film-showing.

Headteacher Mr. Paul Adams, who, after working there for over twenty years, retired from the school just before Christmas, said, ‘“I can think of no better way to finish my time at St Ignatius than by handing over this cheque to help CAFOD’s wonderful work. Our students have an ideal to “Be Men for Others”.

They have certainly responded to this call by thinking of their brothers and sisters who live in challenging situations in the developing world.”

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Tony Sheen receives cheque from head teacher Paul Adams and a year seven pupil Tony Sheen, CAFOD Diocesan Manager for Westminster and former pupil of St Ignatius College said, “CAFOD would be able to do nothing without the generous fundraising done by schools and parish communities all over the Diocese of Westminster. I have been amazed by the enthusiasm the pupils of St Ignatius College have shown for supporting CAFOD. Their £12,000 will be a great help in our work fighting poverty overseas. For instance, it is enough to provide 16 poor communities in Peru with clean water.”

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Local News and Events

Tasty morsels at Millfield House this Summer A

s the seasons change; nights are lighter, days are brighter and the sun thankfully begins to shine which can’t help but inspire most people out of their hibernation.

So as the summer season begins at Millfield House and Theatre why not try out some CLASS Chess 4 Kids Yoga Beginners Adult Chess Creative Clay Art Club Pilates Beginners Gentle Yoga

of their latest classes before the new term begins.

Maybe you’re feeling creatively inspired, think it would be nice for the family to play chess instead of watching t.v. , or perhaps the back has been giving you jip and yoga is the answer.

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Local News and Events

Capel’s Spring Show a step towards a greener lifestyle Friday 11th - Sunday 13th April, 10am – 5pm

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apel Manor events calendar opens once again with the renowned Spring Show, now in its 16th year. With a focus on greener living it’s your chance to discover how you could make a difference as well as take home ideas to help you create your own green oasis.

The Show welcomes the return of the popular Sheep Show with shearing and dog demonstrations on the Saturday and Sunday. Here’s a taster of what you can expect: Nurseries • Garden Furniture • Guided Garden Walks • Food and Drinks Hall • Plant Clinic and Talks • Plant Creche • Crafts • Punch & Judy • Manor House open with floral displays by NAFAS following the theme of Madam Susanna Avery, a previous occupant of Capel Manor in the late 1600s.

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Enfield Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show • Brass Band • Sheep Dog Show • Willow Weaving • Snip and Clip - Fun Children’s Entertainment.

All this set in 30 acres of beautiful themed gardens surrounding a Georgian Manor House and Victorian Stables. Find your way through the Italianate Maze, children will enjoy Kim Wilde’s Jungle Gym Garden and take a look at our two new gardens; Growing Together in Faith and Le Jardin du Vincent. Make sure you visit the animal corner to see the renowned Kune Kune pigs and can you find the 18,000 spring bulbs planted

around the grounds?

Admission Fees Friday: Adults £6, Concessions £5, Children £3 (5s and under free), Family Ticket £15 (admits 2 adults and up to 3 children) Saturday and Sunday: Adults £7, Concessions £6, Children £3 (5s and under free),

Family Ticket £17 (admits 2 adults and up to 3 children) Advanced Ticket Special Offer Rates also apply - call Capel’s Box Office on 08456 122 122 for details.

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FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON EVENTS IN THE ENFIELD AREA SEE THE EN MAGAZINE WHAT’S ON GUIDE ON PAGES 28 TO 31 10

Local News and Events

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There will be an exciting display of classic and modern British

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10.00am-4.00pm • Everyone Welcome Come and join us for fun and games, tips, advice and special offers

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The Whitewebbs Museum building is a former New River Pump House built in 1898 to help supply London with a constant supply of fresh water.

The Pump House complex itself is a historically significant building, now enjoying a new lease of life as a Museum and Club headquarters for the

Enfield & District Veteran Vehicle Trust.Volunteers from the Museum Trust will be on hand to explain the original workings of the site.

For further details, please contact Penny Wilkinson at Whitewebbs Museum:tel 020 8367 1898.

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Local News and Events

Free Reardon Court receives Lunch! Charter Mark R T

here may be no such thing as a free lunch but how about a complimentary continental breakfast?

Well if you are interested in joining the Rotary Club of Enfield Chase then go along to the Coffee Lounge at Enfield Baptist Church, Cecil Road, Enfield for a free continental breakfast on Thursday 3rd April from 7.30 am to 8.30 am and find out more about joining The Rotary Club.

Please book your place by st 31 March by phoning/ emailing Sue on 020 8360 9403/sj@ jjcopyprint.com

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esidents and staff at Reardon Court in Winchmore Hill were celebrating this week when they heard that they had been rewarded their 5th Charter Mark, an award they have successfully retained since 1994.

The Charter Mark is the Government’s national standard for Customer Service Excellence. To retain the Mark, Reardon Court had to demonstrate compliance with a range of criteria from continuous development through to effective and imaginative use of resources.

Importance is also placed on how the unit engaged with its residents, their families and

other professionals when they developed services. Compliance was judged through an assessment visit which lasted for a day.

Mark Whitbread, Reardon Court Manager said “We are delighted to hear that we have been awarded the Charter Mark for our quality services, something we have held since 1994.

“Reardon Court has a range of facilities and accommodation for older people, and we know how much all of our residents and their families value the home from home atmosphere that we provide.

“Our whole team feel that this award provides further

independent confirmation that we keep our service users at the very heart of all we do, and that we listen, act and deliver on all our promises.

“Reardon Court is a wonderful place, we know that.

But it’s good to know that others think so too!”.

THE WEATHER DOESN’T DAMPEN THE SPIRIT FOR SPORT RELIEF

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espite the weather on Sunday 16 March over 350 people turned out to raise money for vulnerable people living difficult lives in the UK and across the world’s poorest countries.

People of all ages took part in the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile at the Lee Valley Athletics Centre, Picketts Lock adding to the £19.5m raised on Friday nights Sport Relief on BBC

One. In addition, teams from Sainsbury’s, Warburtons and Kingsmill took part in a four minute mile relay challenge, with Kingsmill being triumphant and raising thousands of pounds for Sport Relief.

To keep spirits high there was entertainment from stilt walkers, goody bags and crumpets and muffins supplied

by Warburtons and Kingsmill.

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94% get into a preferred school Following on from last months article on “Getting your child into the right school” Enfield Council report that parents of children in Enfield who are due to start secondary school in September have now received the results of their application for a school place.

Almost 94% of Enfield children whose parents applied by the deadline have been offered a place at one of their preferred schools.

This is the second year that Enfield has participated in the PAN London Co-ordinated Admissions System.

Thirty-nine councils exchanged information about applications to each other’s schools and worked together to reduce the

number of children receiving multiple offers.

Enfield Council, along with all its partners worked hard to ensure parents in Enfield were sent their information on National Offer Day, 3rd March 2008.

Councillor Glynis Vince, THE SIX BELLS April.indd 1 cabinet member for education, children’s services and Leisure said, ”Once again, I am delighted to tell parents that there are sufficient school places in Enfield for every child transferring from primary to secondary schools this year.

It is good news that 94% of parents have been offered a place at a school of their preference.”

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EN Interview

Andy Abraham Enfield’s Andy flying the flag for Britain at The Eurovision Song Contest Andy Abraham shot to stardom when he finished as the runner up of the second UK series of The X Factor. Andy was beaten to the top spot on The X Factor by Shayne Ward by just 1.2% of the national public vote for the show.

Before appearing on The X Factor, Andy Abraham was a dustman living in Enfield.

Since appearing on X Factor Andy’s debut album was the twelfth highest selling album of 1996 with total sales of over 300,000. Andy’s second album Soul

Man wasn’t as popular yet it still managed to make the Top 20 in the UK Charts.

He is currently working on a new album which will consist of entirely original material, with all tracks written, or cowritten by himself. The album is due for release sometime in 2008.

In March Andy won Eurovision - Your Decision 2008, the UK selection for the Eurovision Song Contest 2008, to be held on 24 May 2008, with his song “Even If”. He was selected as a wild card in

Eurovision - Your Decision by Terry Wogan and won the contest in a sing-off against favourite Michelle Gayle through the public vote.

What first attracted you to a career in music?

My mum and my sister used to play some great soul records. From Marvin Gaye to Martha Reeves from the Motown to Diana Ross. This has certainly influenced what I like to listen to, chill out to, and most importantly has influenced the flavour of my new album “Even If” Before X Factor had you tried for a career in Music?

Yes, I was involved with an american production company called venturo but after 9/11 they had to shut the company.

Before entering X Factor you were an Enfield dustman do you ever miss it?

OK. I never was an Enfield dustman. I worked for a private company and, would you believe it wasn’t in Enfield. There are similarities to be honest. I enjoyed the camaraderie with the guys, and now I have my own label B-Line Records it is great working with people who love working together.

Since competing in X Factor what are the best and worst parts of your job?

The most exciting point in my career was writing my new record. I have been working with some of the best writers in the UK, US and Europe. Writing the new album has been amazing, but has meant I have had to spend time away from Denise and the kids, which is the worst thing I guess.

You won the competition to represent the UK in the Eurovision song contest – do you think this could harm your career?

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EN Interview Eurovision is about songs. For a few years it has been about political voting and musical spectacles. ABBA sold 400 million records and were the best writers in the 70’s. The show is watched by 200 million people. I relish the opportunity to play my music to a global audience and I am proud to represent Great Britain, especially as we are not in Euro 2008. So…no way. My song won the UK heat with over 3 million votes, so I feel totally cool with the idea.

To date what do you feel is your greatest achievement?

My family and children mean everything to me. Absolutely everything. We are going on the next part of the journey together.

Denise is my manager as well as my wife and biggest fan. I could not want for more.

My new album, which I have written with some of the greatest songwriters is a massive achievement for me. It has proved to myself that I can do it.

What advice would you give to some one wanting a career in music?

Don’t do it…No follow your dream.

The music industry is an industry after all so is not as glamourous as most people think. It is great to follow your dreams. My advice is find people around you that share your passion and vision, and believe me it can be so fulfilling.

Enfield Town has gone through a major redevelopment what do you think of it?

Nice. Much easier to navigate the car around!!!!!

What is your favourite part of/place in Enfield?

We loved our time in Enfield. The people there are lovely and have supported me over the last few years, so to be honest I love the people as well as the place.

What is your favourite spare time activity in Enfield?

The gym – I think every man finds the gym a great place to work things out. Body, mind and spirit.

Do you have a favourite shop in Enfield?

Per Lui – the best clothes shop in London. And the people that run it are the salt of the earth.

If you could change one thing about Enfield, what would it be?

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What is your favourite restaurant in Enfield?

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Wish You Were Here........

EN Magazine’s Guide to the Top 10 Visited Destinations - but with a Difference Brits love to travel. The package holiday was invented by a very British gent, Thomas Cook, in 1841 and ever since we have relished the chance to jump on a plane, train or even a boat and head for the horizon.

But we often reach the farthest flung corners of the globe only to bump into someone from our home town, and this is what makes the British holiday such an institution. We head en masse for our trusty old favourites, and spend our holiday meeting more English people than we would in The Wheatsheaf.

The ten most popular countries for the

great British holiday are listed below.* But if you’re looking for something different, ditch Disney, cast away from the Costas, and sample one of our alternative destinations instead this summer.

park is a unique experience. After a hard day’s nature-spotting, head to the historic and oh-so-Spanish city of Jerez, birthplace of sherry and flamenco, and enjoy tasty tapas in a traditional bodega as the sun goes down.

Spain France You don’t have to travel far from the Costa del Sol to find unspoilt Spain. Just along the coast to the west, the Coto Doñana National Park is one of Europe’s most important wetland reserves.

Home to flamingos, rare birds of prey, and a plethora of other birdlife, this national

Leave the posers and porsches of the Cote d’Azur behind and head out to sea to the isle of Corsica. This Mediterranean gem displays some of the most diverse landscapes Europe has to offer. With smooth bays of fine white sand

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The City of Jerez Catherdal and the home of sherry

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Travel The Lush Green Landscape of Cork

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and rugged mountain landscapes. Stay in charming Calvi and feast on the fruits of the sea in the restaurants of quai Landry, the spacious seafront walkway which links the marina and the port. But don’t forget your sunglasses, Corsica has one of the best climates in Europe.

Ireland Dublin may be a fine, cultural city, but don’t let it distract you from what Ireland is really all about: unspoilt lush green landscapes and a good craic. Picturesque Cork is fast becoming known as Ireland’s gourmet capital, with

a dazzling range of critically acclaimed restaurants and fresh as the sea air farmers’ markets. Start with traditional soda bread, before tucking in to delicious oysters and washing it all down with Ireland’s best known export, Guinness.

Then sit back, relax and enjoy the slower pace of life.

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USA

America has more to offer than just the much-trumpeted theme parks of Orlando. Fly a bit further and chill out in relaxed, beach-loving California instead.

San Diego is a beautiful city which offers 70 miles of stunning coastline, a worldrenowned zoo and a historic downtown area with a lively theatre and nightlife scene. For something completely different, Mexico is less than 20 miles away and easily reachable. If you really can’t convince the kids away from the theme parks, SeaWorld has up-close encounters with marine life and thrilling rides.

Germany

Berlin is much-visited, and rightly so, but Germany can also provide a relaxing beach holiday. Rügen, in former East Germany, used to be impossible to visit, then simply difficult. Now it’s easy with connecting trains all the way through from St Pancras. Stay in beautiful Binz, packed with grand whitewashed villas and unpretentious restaurants serving up freshly caught fish, and spend your days relaxing on the white beaches of the sweeping sandy bay: its shallow water is perfect for the kids.

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Italy

If you’ve done city breaks to Venice, Rome and Florence you may think you know Italy. However head south to Sicily and you’ll find a different story.

Visit Siracuse where the Greek history is almost tangible and the ancient centre is UNESCO World Heritage listed, and don’t leave the island before taking in the view from the amphitheatre at Taormina, where historical ruins, crystal-clear blue seas and Europe’s greatest natural wonder, Mount Etna, converge in one spectacular photo opportunity.

Rhodes and Corfu are package holiday staples, but the island of Kea is more popular with Athenians for good reason. One of the closest Greek islands to the mainland, it is not only easy to get to, it’s also easy to love. Korissia where the ferry arrives, is the main town and is stacked with beguiling cafes and small shops, as well as a stunning beach with calm waters. If you want to be even further away from the hustle and bustle, head inland for walks in the oak and almond forests. It doesn’t get more peaceful than this.

Netherlands Amsterdam isn’t all stag dos and questionable morals, there’s plenty for the kids too. Start with a boat trip on the canals, or a bike ride through Vondelpark, then take them up the tower of the Westerkerk church for panoramic views, before bewitching them with the story of Anne Frank at her house along the canal.

Finish off a hard day’s sightseeing with tea and cake at De taart van m’n tante where you’ll all be captivated by the quirky decor which includes gigantic plastic cakes on the tables.

Portugal

Step away from the Algarve and head north to the pretty city of Porto.

Take a leisurely walk through the twisting streets and art nouveau avenues and pay a visit to the 12th-century cathedral, with its honey coloured tower and fine views of the city. Don’t miss the opportunity to take a trip out to the Douro Valley and discover its natural beauty and fine wines on a river cruise through the lush landscape. Finish up with a quick tipple, it would be rude not to!

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Travel Belgium

Brussels is often overlooked as a holiday destination, more often associated with business than pleasure.

But the Belgian capital has much more to offer than just conference rooms and business lunches. Start with a walk around the Grand Palace’s narrow streets where Belgian characters go about their daily lives, then head to Ste-Catherine, the old port area, for a seafood lunch, before an afternoon walk around the Royal Quarter to take in its stunning Palace. Finish up the day with an evening in the restaurants and bars of St-Géry where the atmosphere is electric.

Grande Place - Brussels

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What’s going on? at Lee Valley Regional Park

24th March – 13th April 10.00-17.00 Spring Term Holiday Fun Lee Valley Park Farms (Waltham Abbey) Why not enjoy the school holiday with a trip to the Farms. Come and see all our new baby animals and join in our fun and games.

Admission charges apply. For more information call 01992 892 781.

3rd April 10.00-12.00 and 13.00-15.00 Water for Life Boat Lady of Lee Valley Mooring, Lee Valley Leisure Pool (Broxbourne) Come and take an hour long boat trip down the River Lee Navigation and discover how important water is to all living things. Learn how we use it and what happens when we flush it away! Spend some time on land finding out about water filters and even making your own working model. Costs: £4.50 per person. Booking required.

12th April 10.30-12.30 The Water Voles’ World Silvermeade (Broxbourne Old Mill & Meadows) A rare chance to get up close and personal with a live Water Vole. Join staff from our Biodiversity Team and Herts & Middlesex Wildlife for a short illustrated talk and then we’ll head out onto Silvermeade to hopefully meet a Water Vole and show you how to find the signs that they leave behind. Costs: minimum of a £2 donation to Herts & Middlesex Wildlife Trust. Booking required.

27th April 12.00-16.00 National Garden Scheme Open Day Myddelton House Gardens (Enfield) Discover the beauty of these wonderful London gardens.

Have a stroll round the gardens as everything starts to bloom.

For more information or to book any of these events call the Information Service on 01992 702 200.

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Leisure Activities

Discovering a whole new world

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very year when we go away on holiday we spend time exploring the destination that we are staying in and I don’t just mean the bars, clubs and restaurants on offer. We find out about the country, the location, its history, looking at local buildings and taking in places of interest. Often, usually with the help of a sales pitch from the holiday rep, we end up going on a trip to explore more of the country that we are visiting - I bet to a lot of you this sounds familiar!

Last year though I tried exploring with a major difference – instead of just admiring the sea and watching the waves roll in or taking a boat trip around the coast, I explored under the waves.

I was on holiday with friends one of whom is already an experienced diver, who plans his holidays based on the ability of the destination to offer scuba diving experiences – to date, trips have taken him to Egypt (The Red Sea), Thailand, Cyprus, Aruba and this year we were going to the Island of Malta.

My friend had already visited Malta a few times before and had gone on about the diving experiences available around the island so with this in mind I decided to take my wife and join him on his current trip.

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Leisure Activities from the surface. In 1829 Englishmen Charles and John Deane invented a diving helme. In 1832 Charles Condert built and used a horseshoe shaped waist mounted air container that provided a continuous airflow to allow him to dive many times in New York’s East River.

In 1942 Jacques Cousteau (probably the most famous diver of all time) combined with engineer Emile Gagan to produce a regulator with an inlet and exhaust tube that was fully automatic, allowing divers to breathe from a pressurised tank – The modern aqualung was born and now it was going to be my chance to try out its modern day equivalent.

Upon arriving in Malta it appeared that there was a dive school on every corner, my friend has dived with a few but now chooses to use Divewise who have a diving school within The Westin Dragonara Hotel Complex in St Julians.

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occasions but had never tried so decided to book on to a “try dive” session to see if I liked it before signing up for a PADI Open Water Course which would take 3 days and include pool training and classroom work. As the holiday had been a last minute idea, I had not had much time to plan for my diving or to take advantage of the many UK based dive centres that allow people to try diving in a pool and qualify

or part qualify before heading off.

Many UK based centres now offer the

“I know you can not breathe underwater but I was” opportunity to experience diving and to get part qualified – carrying out the pool and classroom work before going abroad and completing the course once you arrive at your destination. This is something I wished I had done as it would have increased the time spent diving over learning.

So finally the day arrived that I was going to try diving and we headed off to Divewise where my friend wished me luck and went off to join some other qualified divers on a trip to one of Malta’s many sites leaving my in the very capable hands of Neville, my instructor.

The first thing we did was to get me kitted up with a wetsuit, a BCD

Leisure Activities (buoyancy control device) regulators (breathing equipment) mask, fins and weights. Neville spent time explaining all the various bits of equipment and how they worked before helping me attach them to an air tank and after getting into the wet suit I was ready to try breathing underwater for the first time. Moving to a nearby bay I stood in the water up to my chest and put the mouth piece in, breathing the air from the tank. Neville indicated to me to kneel down – slowly I lowered myself into the sea and suddenly I was underwater and I was still breathing.

Everything was telling my brain that this is not right: I know I cannot breath under water but here I was doing it. I was able to kneel there and look around seeing fish and other sea creatures without the need to hold my breath. Once I had got used to breathing underwater Neville indicated for me follow him and we started to swim along – suddenly I was exposed to a whole new world – fish, rock formations, strange creatures of all shapes and sizes and me swimming along breathing under water with them – before I knew it the swim was over and we were back where we started, but that was it - I was hooked.

The next 3 days I spent alternating from the pool to the classroom and the

sea – learning more about how to use the equipment and the information I needed to pass the PADI exams. The course took place over 3 days with 5 classroom sessions, 5 confined (pool) and 4 open water dives (sea). The knowledge of basic diving theory is covered by multimedia, self study and instructor presentations, while diving skills are developed in confined water.

The key focus of all the training seems to be on safety at all times to make sure that as a diver I can enjoy my time underwater as safely as possible.

Finally everything is put into practice

during the open water dives under the supervision of your instructor. After the 3 days of studying I could not wait to join my friend and be his “dive buddy” and explore some of the dive sites he had told me about – like the many cave networks that you can swim through, ship wrecks; some that have been sunk around Malta to create artificial reefs and the natural reef formations.

The whole experience of Scuba Diving has been one that has opened up a whole new world to me and allowed me to visit and see holiday destinations in a totally different light.

I would like to thank Neville and all the team at Divewise for helping me become a diver, my friend who introduced me to diving and my wife – who has to suffer me going on about diving after leaving her at the pool all day long……….

For further information on Diving in Malta contact Divewise Tel No. 00356 213 56441 Divewise Website www.divewise.com.mt Divewise Email info@divewise.com.mt

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Health

Sunglasses -

Fashion Accessories Or Safety Eyeware? “

Sunglasses are often seen as a

UV-A, UV-B and UV-C. fashion accessory rather than UV-C radiation originating from protective eyewear” says Sue Scaffardi the solar system is absorbed by the of Gordon Thomas Opticians, “ As ozone layer in the earth’s atmosphere summer approaches and people start and does not present any threat. This planning their holidays to far off hot absorption though is not true of UV-A and sunny climes much thought is given and UV-B. More and more scientific to the need for sunscreen to protect evidence is showing that exposure the skin but often people are unaware to both UV-A and UV-B can of the damage that the sun can do to have damaging long and short eyes.” term effects on your eyes and Despite the fact that the sun is over vision.

93 million miles away, its rays also pose Long term exposure to important health and ocular dangers.

UV radiation can be very The principal danger posed by the sun serious. A number of scientific is in the form of ultraviolet radiation, studies and research have or for short, UV radiation. UV shown that exposure to small radiation is divided into several classes: amounts of UV-B radiation over a period of many years contributes to the development of cataracts; pterigia (tissue growth on the surface of the eye), skin cancer around the eye and can cause damage to the retina (macular degeneration), the nerve-rich lining of your eye that is used for seeing.

Damage to the retina is usually not reversible.

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because the effects of UV radiation are cumulative. This means the longer your eyes are exposed to UV radiation, the greater the risk of developing conditions such as cataracts in later life.” added Sue “ Therefore, you should wear quality sunglasses that offer good protection.”

Protection from UV radiation Ultraviolet radiation reaches the eyes not only from the sky above but also by reflection from the ground, especially water, snow, sand and other bright surfaces. Ultraviolet absorbing eyewear provides the greatest measure of UV protection, particularly if it has a wraparound design to limit the entry of peripheral rays.

Ideally, all types of eyewear including prescription spectacles, and contact lenses and intraocular lens implants should absorb the entire UV spectrum (UV-A and UV-B). UV absorption can be incorporated into nearly all optical materials currently in use, is inexpensive, and does not interfere with vision. The degree of UV protection is not related to price. Polarisation or photosensitive darkening are additional sunglasses features that are useful for certain visual situations, but do not, by themselves, provide UV protection.

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Health per cent of the full UV spectrum are recommended. Additional protection for the retina can be provided by lenses that reduce the transmission of violet/blue light.

People who need to wear glasses for everyday use often also want to have their optical prescription incorporated into protection from UV rays. Having a pair of prescription sunglasses is obviously useful for bright sunny days, to help protect your eyes, but this does mean that you need to have two pairs of eyewear with you. One way to have the best of both worlds is to have a pair of prescription sunglasses, which will also operate like normal clear lenses in darker environments.

Sue Scaffardi says “As opticians we can offer the sort of lenses that give UV protection and include a fashionable tint to reduce the brightness of light entering the eyes. At Gordon Thomas you can choose from a range of tints and with UV protection added to these lenses, you can easily have a fashionable pair of prescription sunglasses.”

“Although some contact lenses are now available that incorporate UV protection, a major problem is that they do not cover all of the eye and therefore allow UV waves through.

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Animal Rescue

DID YOU KNOW ENFIELD HAS ITS OWN ANIMAL RESCUE CENTRE? EN MAGAZINE WENT TO FIND OUT MORE.......

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ith the month of January now long gone, we are setting our sights towards spring with our days getting lighter and hopefully warmer too.

However do you spare a thought for the local wildlife in your area and how you can help them over the next few challenging months? With the arrival of many of their young they are more in need of our help than at any other time of year.

Enfield is very fortunate to have its own wildlife rescue charity with volunteers willing to come out to any wildlife 24 hours a day. Having worked in a veterinary practice myself I have experienced first

hand just how devoted these people are but none more than the owners of Wildlife Rescue, June and Barry Smitherman.

June and Barry took over the sanctuary, situated in Snakes Lane, within Trent Park, just by Oakwood Station (by the Trent Park Middlesex University Campus) in 1999. Previous to this, the council owned the land. When they first took on the site, they also took on the residents living there, of which there were pigs, goats and two ponies. Since this time (dependent on funds) the sanctuary has continued to expand and houses a wide variety of animals, both injured and lost that are taken in every day.

Animals currently on site include, owls, mink, harris hawk, goats, sheep, squirrels, eagle owls, barn owls, ducks, budgies, chipmunks, pigs, rabbits and ponies to name but a few!

The list continues to grow in the sick bay, which houses the more critically injured animals. To give you just a small taste of what Barry and June have to deal with on a daily basis, I asked Barry to give me some examples of the patients they are currently treating.

They are presently hand rearing an owl, three magpies, three crows, four squirrels, and twenty-one hedgehogs. They have an unwanted parrot, a mouse with a broken leg, ten pigeons with various injuries, a moorhen that was caught in a road traffic accident (RTA), two foxes (one a RTA and the other brought in by the RSPCA), a duck with an injured leg and a found corn snake. Many of these animals, or as many as possible of them are released.

Now you have heard all this, what can you do to help?

Hedgehogs In our area hedgehogs are down by 40% due to the loss of habitat. People are today paving more of their land and putting in decking and such like which limits the vegetation and wasteland that a hedgehog would normally live in. Hedgehogs need at least ten gardens to roam across. Although your garden may be perfect for a hedgehog, if none of your neighbours gardens are, then the hedgehog cannot survive. If you would like to help hedgehogs, Barry suggests you leave a bowl of water out and most importantly if you decide to feed hedgehogs you cannot stop as they become dependant on the food.

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Animal Rescue

Foxes Foxes are generally safe with cats. The only time problems can occur is with a really old or young cat. Foxes can also be aggressive when protecting their young.

Fox cubs are born around the month of March, which is when you will hear the cubs calling and you may even see them out playing of a night. Foxes will eat any table scraps you are kind enough to supply.

Birds In the winter when the ground is cold, birds struggle to find food. If you want to help the birds, putting food out in the cold winter months is the way to go. In the summer you can still provide food, however birds are capable of finding their own food, although they will greatly accept it. Baby birds are born around the month of March. If you see a baby bird that you are worried about, you must observe it for about four hours to check and see if the parents are not around. If the baby bird is somewhere unsafe, like in the reach of a cat you

can move it to a safer place, as close to where you found it as possible then observe it again.

In the unlikely event that the parents do not return, then it will need to be taken to the sanctuary to be hand-reared.

Birds go to a lot of effort to build a nest and once the babies leave the nest the parents continue to watch over their young.

At the Wildlife Rescue Sanctuary they are currently developing the surrounding land and if they receive enough donations they are planning to build a deer paddock because at present they cannot keep deer on site, as there are no areas suitable for their specialist needs.

There are also plans for temporary fox enclosures where they can be put before being released back into the park.

Barry has told me of a fox he released last summer that now lives wild within

the park but that returns to the fence at 3.15pm every day to be fed. It is tales like these where the animal is free to live his life that makes the work this charity does so worthwhile.

BUT in order for Barry and June to continue this work they need all the help they can get. Over the years the government yearly allowance for the running of this charity has fallen from £50,000 per annum to an all time low of just £10,000 a year. With the cost of the food and shelter of the animals, as well as treatment for the new arrivals, the centre is running at a cost of £54,000 per year. This means that Wildlife Rescue has to raise £44,000 in donations per year just to survive. This means they must find somewhere in the region of £1,000 per week. In recent years, they have introduced a small fee to enter the sanctuary, which is £1.50 per adult and 70p per child.

If you would like more information please visit their website: www.wras-enfield.org.uk If you find an injured animal please call 07970 141 282 (please only call this number in cases of animals needing help as they receive high volumes of calls).

I would like to thank June and Barry Smitherman for their time and assistance in writing this feature.

By Kelly Smith

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What’s On Easter Playscheme Activities Kingfisher Kids Club Hazelwood Primary School Hazelwood Lane, Palmers Green, N13 5HE Dates: 07 April 2008 – 11 April 2008 Time: 08:00 Duration: 7 hour(s) Ticket Price: £13.50 per child Each day on offer is a variety of creative and exciting activities - arts and crafts, treasure/ scavenger hunts, drama games, sports and cookery * Open 8.30am to 6.00pm Monday 7th to Friday 18th April 2008 * 4- 11 years * £13.50 per day/child (discounts for siblings, NHS, Police, Fire employees) * You can book a few days or the whole week or on an ad-hoc/emergency basis * We are registered with Ofsted allowing you to claim Child Tax Credits Contact Phone/Fax: 07946 630388 Contact Email: info@kkclubs. co.uk Art Workshops Easter School Holiday (ages 5-12) Moda Middlesex University, Cat Hill, Barnet, Herts. , EN4 8HT Dates: 08 April 2008 – 11 April 2008 Time: 10:00 Duration: 2 hour(s) Ticket Price: £9 payable in advance Activities to be confirmed.

Please contact MoDA for further information.

Contact Phone/Fax: 020 8411 5244 Art Workshops Easter School Holiday (ages 8-14) Moda Middlesex University, Cat Hill, Barnet, Herts. , EN4 8HT Dates: 08 April 2008 – 11 April 2008 Time: 10:30 Duration: 5 hour(s) Ticket Price: £20 (£15 for Arts Club members), payable in advance.

Description: Activities to be confirmed. Please contact MoDA for further information.

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Packed lunch is required.

Supervision available.

Contact Phone/Fax: 020 8411 5244 www.moda.mdx.ac.uk Event name: Metallic Trees For 5-12 Year Olds The Museum Of Domestic Design & Architecture (moda) Address: Middlesex University Campus, Cat Hill, Barnet, Herts , EN4 8HT Domestic Design & Architecture (moda) Date: 17 April 2008 Time: 10:00 Duration: 2 hour(s) Ticket Price: £9 per sessions payable in advance Description: Use foils to make a colourful tree in full leaf.(event is repeated at 2pm) Contact Phone/Fax: 020 8411 4394 Contact Email: r.lumb@mdx. ac.uk www.moda.mdx.ac.uk The Personal Rule Of King Charles I The Historical Association North London Branch Jubilee Hall Parsonage Lane, Enfield, EN2 0AJ Date: 08 April 2008 Time: 20:00 Duration: 1 hour Ticket Price: Free Description: A talk by Dr David Smith of Cambridge University about the period before the Civil War when the King tried to rule without Parliament Contact Phone/Fax: 020 8368 5328 www.history.org.uk Art Exhibition at Forty Hall Art Exhibition and sale of work by local Artists in the Gallery at the above venue.

Exhibition is on from 30th April 2008 till 14th May 2008.

Admission is Free

Beekeeping Taster Day Enfield And District Beekeepers’ Association St Peter’s Church Hall St Peter’s Church Hall,Vera Avenue, Grange Park, N21 1RE Date: 26 April 2008 Time: 10:00 Duration: 5 hour(s) Ticket Price: £10 Description: Beekeeping Taster Day. Try beekeeping for a day. Morning session:theory.

Afternoon session; practical in a local apiary.Phone for more information and to book a place.You should not attend if you are allergic to bee stings.

Contact Phone/Fax: 020 8367 8452 Contact Email: enfieldbeeassn@ontel.com

Enfield National Trust Association are staging the following lecture meetings: Thursday the 10th April “In search of the Vikings” – speaker Trevor Gunton – at Enfield Grammar School, Market Place, Enfield at 7.45 p.m.

Thursday 8th May “New York, New York” – speaker Andrew Davies – at Enfield County School, Holly Walk, Enfield at 7.45 p.m.

Visitors welcome. Car parking available at both venues.

If you are a Member of the National Trust and wish to join your local Association our Membership Sec. is Mr K. Shaw, 32 Kendal Avenue, Edmonton, London N18 1NG tel. No. 020 8807 2043 Enfield Art Circles Spring Exhibition runs from 2nd - 27th April at Forty Hall.

Art Circle members will be showing (and selling) their paintings and other artefacts.

The show is open from 11.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.on every day of the week except Mondays and Tuesdays and entry is free.

Enquiries to the Exhibition Coordinator Tel: 020 8351 6733

Tales From The Shed Every Friday and Saturday morning Chickenshed Chase Side Southgate London N14 4PE Entrance Cost: £5.30 adult / £3.70 children £4.20 / £2.60 concession.

Dates: Friday 25 April (one show at 11.30 am) Saturday 26 April 9.30 am and 11.15 am Friday 2 May (one show at 11.30 am) Saturday 3 May 9.30 am and 11.15 am Friday 9 May (one show at 11.30 am) Saturday 10 May 9.30 am and 11.15 am Friday 4 July 9.30 am and 11.15 am Saturday 5 July 9.30 am and 11.15 am Friday 11 July 9.30 am and 11.15 am Saturday 12 July 9.30 am and 11.15 am Each show approx 50 mins to an hour Box Office: 020 8292 9222 Chickenshed’s popular Interactive children’s shows Tales From The Shed is back for another season.

Step into a world of music and magic - Tales from the Shed brings stories, both original and traditional, to life in a land of colour, characters and fun. This interactive performance for the under 7’s introduces them to a universe where there is no edge to the stage, so children and performers travel a theatrical journey together.

Tales has been running since 1996 and has created hundreds of songs and stories and many, many characters. Thousands of children have passed through its magical world of makebelieve, building friendships with the characters, learning the songs, almost as they learn to talk, bringing their own magic to an ever-changing show that absorbs their contribution and imagination.

Tales from the Shed is part of Chickenshed’s inclusive programme. It is for all children and shows us a world

What’s On where everybody can come and share together and not only believe in the magic but make it happen. (Children attending must be accompanied by an adult)

Regular Events The Rotary Club of Enfield Chase meets on Thursday mornings from 7.30am until 8.30 am in the Coffee Lounge, Enfield Baptist Church, Cecil Road, Enfield Town.

For more information call 020 8367 7278

houses & their gardens?

Would you like to chat with other enthusiasts?

Then why not come along to our Dolls House Club We are a friendly group of all ages and meet on alternate Thursday evenings, 7:30 9pm at Armfield Church Hall, Armfield Road, Enfield, Your first meeting is free so you can come to see whether or not it’s for you. Please ring Linda Moore on 020 8349 0121 for the date of the next meeting or to find out more about the club

Jack and Jill’s Music Club Fun and learning through song for 0-4s.

Thursdays 10-11am St Michael and All Angels Church Hall, Chase Side, Enfield.

Fridays 10-11am Grange Park Methodist Church, Old Park Ridings N21 For more information visit www.jackandjillmusic.co.uk or contact Jacqui 07742 545605

Enfield Carers for people who look after partners, family or friends in need of help because they are ill, frail, or have a disability. The help carers give is unpaid.

We meet 4th Monday monthly for mutual support, fun and practical advice.7.30 -9.30 pm Community House, 311 Hertford Road, Edmonton contact for more details 020 8803 1000 substitute care and transport may be available

Diabetic Exercise Club Keep fairly fit, Exercises to suit all levels of fitness at the Chase Diabetic Exercise Club. Meet Mondays 6-7pm at Chase Farm Hospital. All welcome, you do not have to be diabetic to benefit from regular exercise. Contact Pauline on 0208 363 1568.

Bridge Club Bridge Players – Room 6 Bridge Club plays duplicate alternating with Chicago/rubber in a social atmosphere Mondays 7.30 – 10 pm at Southgate School close to Oakwood tube station Contact 020 8360 8098 or 020 366 3769

Edmonton Camera Club Millfield House, Silver Street, Edmonton 7.45. Visitors welcome, free entry for first four visits. Check our website www.edmontoncameraclub. co.uk or ring Pete on 0208 363 1568.

Soroptimists of Enfield and District Meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 8pm at the Methodist Church, West pole Street, Cockfosters. A guest speaker will talk on varied and interesting subjects such as Enfield in the early 1900’s, Life of a Lady Butler, Radio Enfield and more.

For information call 020 8364 2468 or 0208 367 5872

Albany Badminton Club Wednesday 8.30pm - 10pm at Albany Sports Hall The Standard is mixed from very good to beginners and new players always welcome.

Cost £5 a night £3 for students Dolls House Club Are you interested in making miniature items for dolls

Enfield & District Fuchsia Society welcome new members. learn how to grow fuchsias, join our friendly club,meeting every 3rd &4th Thursday of the

month,7-45-9-45 at Capel Manor College,Bullsmoor Lane.

For more information phone Roy 0208 292 6965.

Dance Classes HOT SALSA Wednesday’s Club 19 @ Trent Park Doors Open 7.30 till 12pm Beginners - Level 1 8-9 pm Improvers - Level 2 9-10 pm Intermediates- Level3 9-10 pm Advanced - Level 4 9-10 pm La Rueda ‘Cuban Wheel’ 8- 9 pm Dips & Drops 9 - 10 pm Hot Salsa Social after 10 pm For more information visit www.hotsalsa.co.uk or call 07947 765 499 LATIN DANCE CLUB Tuesday Nights at the North Enfield Conservative Club, Baker Street Enfield The best sprung dance floor we have ever seen!

Salsa Beginners 8pm, Cha Cha Beginners 9pm, Dancing til 11:30pm DANCE TEACHER Over 50-years in pursuit of excellence Ballroom and Latin coaching in all 10 dances, from beginner to competitor by a highly qualified and dedicated coach and two experienced assistants.

Starting on April 1 a new venue at St.Thomas`s Church Hall, Prince George Avenue N14.

5 Minutes walk from Oakwood tube.

Free off road car park.

Large excellent dance floor and the very best in music.

Some general tuition of variations with emphasis on style. Plus individual help for the less experienced.

Ask about a free personal private lesson.

All enquiries Bill Kincaid LISTD BB/LA 020 83633636.

Live Music Come & Sing Vivaldi Christ Church Cockfosters Community Chorus Trent C.E.primary School Church Way, Chalk Lane, Cockfosters, EN4 9JH Date: 24 April 2008 Time: 20:00 Duration: 2 hour(s) Ticket Price: £12.00 to Sing - Public Ticket Prices to be confirmed Come and Sing Vivaldi’s GLORIA with the Cockfosters Community Chorus. All singers, however novice welcome.Voice part CD’s provided with music.

7 thursday evening rehearsals starting on 24th April 8.00pm - 10.00pm at Trent School leading to a concert on sat 7th Jun in Christ Church Cockfosters. Come and join this exceedingly friendly community choir. To register contact Jo Miller on 07984775898 or email anglojem@ yahoo.com Contact Phone/Fax: 020 8449 0556 Jazz Night Marliyn Cramer And Seroma Bernard For The Nightingale Community Hospice Trust Park Avenue Centre Central Avenue, Bush Hill Park, EN1 2HH Date: 01 May 2008 Time: 19:30 Duration: 4 hour(s) Ticket Price: £15.00 Description: Come along for a lovely evening and support THE NIGHTINGALE COMMUNITY HOSPICE TRUST WHILST HAVING A FAB TIME. Relax and enjoy an evening of trad jazz and easy listening. Price to include wine and cheese. For tickets and further information please contact the NCHT Fundraising Department.

Contact Phone/Fax: 020 8366 9674

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What’s On SPRINGTIME WITH BELLA CORA Bella Cora will sing for your delight with a variety of styles on Saturday, 26th April at St. Mary’s Church, Cheshunt, 7.30 p.m. Join us for an evening of song, sunshine - or showers?!

Musical Director - Travis Baker. Accompanist - Masumi Yamamoto. Programme £5 on the door. Interval drinks included. Raffle with great prizes.

Further details: Hilary Biggs (Secretary, Bella Cora) - 020 8366 7856.

Saturday Morning Concerts Grange Park Methodist Church Old Park Ridings N21 Coffee at 10.15, Concert at 11.30 to 12.30 19th April Junko Kobayashi (pianist) 10th May Angela Brownridge (pianist) 7th June Felicity Vincent (Cello) 5th July Joanna Pullicino (mezzo soprano) 2nd August Adam Johnson (pianist) 6th Sept Abbraci Piano Quartet 4th Oct Jill Crossland (piano) 1st Nov Keith Nichols (jazz pianist)

BIGBOPPA’S ROCK’N’ROLL CLUB Botany Bay Cricket Club, East Lodge Lane Enfield Unless stated otherwise all events are subject to doors opening at 7.30pm, shows start at 8.45pm. Admission prices £5 for members and £7 for nonmembers. Guests welcome but must phone 020 8292 7562 as admission may be restricted Admission Members £8 Guests £10

6th May SPECIAL - YERBA BUENA CELEBRATION JAZZ BAND- Good music good musicians -miss it at your peril.

Members £8 Guests £10.00

THE BAY JAZZ CLUB

MILLFIELD ARTS CENTRE Silver Street, Edmonton, London N18 1PJ. www. millfieldtheatre.co.uk Box Office 020 8807 6680 Book Online : www. millfieldtheatre.co.uk Transport - Tube Piccadilly Line to: Turnpike Lane Tube then buses 144, 217 or 231 or Arnos Grove Tube, then 34 bus or Bounds Green Tube, then 102 bus or Wood Green Tube, then 144 bus British Rail Liverpool Street – Silver Street and a 10-minute walk or bus 34,102 or 144

1st April- SPECIAL-Paul Leegan and The Legend- A tribute to Lonnie Donegan and other Skiffle musiciansMembers £10 Guests £12 8th April - The Original Eastside Stompers - Good Traditional Band Members £5.50 Guests £7.50 15th April - Charlie Connor’s Original Reeds- A different type of Traditional Jazz, worth a visit.

Members £5.50 Guests £7.50 22nd April - George Tidiman’s Old Era Jazz - A well known name in the Trad Jazz world.

Members £5.50 Guests £7.50 29th April - Savaannah Jazz The first time at the Bay-come and give them a try.

Members £5.50 Guests £7.50

13th May - Bill Freeman’s Happy New Orleans Jazz Bandour local band -good Fun Members £5.50 Guests £7.50 20th May- Bob Dyyers Hot 7 - Good Jazz Members £5.50 Guests £7.50

Friday 11 – Saturday 12 April 7.30pm BUGSY MALONE Gangsters, Splurge Guns, Showgirls and Gambling – and that’s only in the first five minutes!! Come along to see this fabulous production of the well-loved musical Bugsy

Malone, we guarantee you will leave the theatre singing the songs!

Tickets £8.50 Tuesday 15 – Saturday 19 April 7.30pm (sat mat 3pm) SWEET CHARITY Charity Hope Valentine is a hopeless romantic and an eternal optimist. Through the urban jungle of 1960s New York, the dance halls, suave celebrities, and religious Cults, Charity searches for true love and happiness. From the musical that brought you such classics as ‘Hey! Big Spender’ and the vibrant ‘Rhythm of Life’ follow Charity’s dream for something more. Sweet Charity incorporates the sharp choreography of Bob Fosse with the powerful music of Cy Coleman to create a bright and colourful show that explores the purest of desires and dreams.

Tickets £12 Concessions £10 Fri & Sat evenings £13 Friday 25 April 8pm JUST LIKE A WOMAN Barb Jungr sings Nina Simone Barb Jungr’s radical and passionate interpretations of Bob Dylan, Jacques Brel and Elvis Presley have revealed her to be a fearless singer and performer. With an extraordinary voice, she is able

Useful Contact Numbers Enfield Borough Police Crime Prevention Office Crimestoppers Neighbourhood Watch Anti Terrorist Hotline

020 8807 1212 020 8345 1102 0800 555 111 020 7963 0160 0800 789 321

Enfield Council 24 Hour Contact No

020 8379 1000

Childline Cruse Bereavement Care Helpline Samaritans

0800 1111 0870 1671677 0845 790 9090

RSCPA 24 Hour Emergency Vet

0870 555 5999 01992 762699

NHS Direct 0845 46 47 Chase Farm & Barnet Hospital Switchboard 0845 111 4000 Chase Farm Hospital Accident & Emergency 020 8375 1010 Barnet Hospital Accident & Emergency 020 8216 5003 North Middlesex University Hospital Switchboard 020 8887 2000

Three Valleys Water Freephone Leakline 0800 376 5325 Thames Water Freephone Leakline 0800 714 614 National Gas Emergency Service Freephone 0800 111 999 London Electricity Freephone 0800 0280 247 National Rail Enquiries

08457 48 49 50

Alcoholics Anonymous Gamblers Anonymous Narcotics Anonymous

Congestion Charge Phone Line

0845 900 1234

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0845 769 7555 08700 50 88 80 020 773 0009

What’s On to sing many genres of popular song; Jungr has been compared to Edith Piaf, Nina Simone, Peggy Lee and Tom Waits.

Tickets £12 Concessions £10 Saturday 26 April 8pm STAIRWAY TO ZEPPELIN: An Evening of Classic Led Zeppelin Stairway to Zeppelin recreates the legendary Led Zeppelin shows of the Sixties and Seventies. Now in their 9th year, they are regarded by their peers as the No1 Led Zeppelin tribute show, combining all the aspects of the Led Zeppelin experience; the rock classics, the keyboard orientated material and the acoustic/mandolin interludes, all performed with authentic period instruments and costumes to create the true original sound of the mighty Led Zeppelin.

Tickets £15 Concessions £13

Sunday 27 April 8pm THE BLOCKHEADS First formed in 1977 to promote Ian Dury’s album New Boots and Panties, The Blockheads (featuring Ian’s co writers Chaz Jankel & Mick Gallagher) successfully toured the world until 1982 when they disbanded and had enjoyed worldwide smash hits in the shapes of Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick, Sex and Drugs and Rock and Roll, What A Waste, Reasons To Be Cheerful Part 3, I Want To Be Straight and Clevor Trever. The Blockheads remain one of the greatest live acts the U.K. has ever produced.

Tickets £18

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