EN Magazine May 2008

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May 2008

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Page 27 Your Summer Garden Page 28 - 31 What’s On

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ow lucky we are this month having two long bank holiday weekends to look forward to. With that in mind, we have included features on The Southgate May Fair and the Enfield Pageant which are just two ideas of things to do over the month of May. Also, check out our regular What’s on Guide for lots of other ideas to help you and your children while away your free time in May.

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or all those followers of fashion out there, why not take a look at our Summer fashion review with hints and tips on what’s hot and what’s not!

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gain, we have included an update on the current situation with regard to Chase Farm Hospital and we urge all readers to add their names to the petition to stop the selling off of land at Chase Farm Hospital.

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Enfield Petition is ranked 12th on Government e-petitions site An e-petition to stop building on land at Chase Farm Hospital is ranked the 12th most supported campaign within the Health, Wellbeing and Care section of the governments online e-petitions section of the Prime Ministers website.

The e-petition that is being supported asks: “We the undersigned petition the Prime Minister to confer with Rt Hon Caroline Flint, Secretary of State for Communities and Housing, to prevent further land sales on the Chase Farm Hospital site ( please refer to PI ref: APP/Q5300/A/07/2043/798/ NWF).This land is needed for the urgent development of Primary and Secondary care, for residents of Enfield, Barnet, Haringey and South Hertfordshire.

In this area there is an urgent need to improve primary care as well as hospital services. It would be wrong to sell off this land before sites have been identified for these developments; especially as there is no guarantee that the proceeds from this land sale would be reinvested back into the local community for healthcare purposes.”

The e-petition has been launched as part of the ongoing campaign by Save Chase Farm to stop the reduction of healthcare services at Chase Farm

Hospital and to halt the sale of the land at the hospital.

Kieran McGregor from Save Chase Farm Said “The Planning Inspector heard the arguments for and against building 279 residential homes on the Chase Farm site. The main thrusts of the arguments related to: (i) ‘prematurity’, it would be premature to build on NHS land before the future health needs of the borough have been established ;(ii) Lack of key worker housing-although the site could provide substantial amounts of key worker and affordable housing, the Trust is only offering to build 415 of such accommodation.

The majority of the homes will be ‘private dwellings’ to be sold on a commercial basis to clear the debts of the NHS; (iii) There were also objections relating to the size and scale of the proposed structures. It is likely that the Planning Inspector will make a decision by the end of May. We need to raise public awareness of this appeal and hope to gain as much support against these plans as possible.”

Kate Wilkinson from Save Chase Farm added “the fight to save the downgrading of services at Chase Farm Hospital also continues. On January 21st, the Joint Health Scrutiny panels of four boroughs Enfield, Haringey, Barnet and Herts. expressed

their dissatisfaction with the decision of the three PCTs (Primary Care Trusts) by calling it in.

The decision will now be referred to the Secretary of State for Health. Normally he will request that the Independent Reconfiguration Panel (IRP) review the decision. All proposed changes to services at Chase

Farm are now on hold pending this process.

For more information on the Save Chase Farm Campaign visit www. savechasefarm.co.uk To add your name to the petition to stop the sell off of Land at Chase Farm Hospital visit www.petitions. pm.gov.uk/chasefarmhsp/

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he Southgate May Day Fair will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, 5th May on the Green in Southgate (near the Cherry Tree Pub) from 11.00am – 4.00pm. This will be the 30th annual May Day Fair organised by the parish of Christ Church, Southgate.

David Burrowes MP will be presenting prizes to the winners of the children’s competitions and we are hopeful that the Mayor of Enfield, Councillor Don Delman will be attending.

We are grateful to Enfield Council who are generously assisting with the closure of Waterfall Road on the day to enable us to make this year’s Fair bigger and better than ever before.

New entertainment for the children will include go-karting and a miniature steam engine ride, in addition to the bouncy castle, roundabouts, face painting, football game, magician, races and a variety

of side shows and games.

There will also be an array of high quality Art and Craft stalls as well as stalls selling cakes, plants, books, antiques and jigsaws. A great variety of hot and cold refreshments including BBQ, bacon butties and home made refreshments will be open throughout the day.

Proceeds will be divided between the Christ Church Fabric and the Nightingale Community Hospice Trust.

Christ Church which restored their roof in 2006 has embarked on the second stage of restoration, repairing the tower, spire and gutters will be open to visitors and there will be an opportunity to visit the church Tower to watch the bells being rung or see the craft demonstrations.

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Running to help change lives Two local businessmen, The St John Bosco Camp Noel Sainsbury of Archers in Essex runs for 4 weeks Financial Services and James during the summer and Greer from The Beautiful aims to give children a South, along with their great holiday in a caring friends Declan Linnane and environment which they may Chris Lynch are aiming to not otherwise experience. raise over £4,000 by running Children come to the the Boston Marathon. camp from a variety of Noel and James are part of backgrounds which can a group of runners/joggers include: one parent families, from the Parish of Our overcrowding at home, Lady & Mount Carmel & St alcohol and drug abuse George, Enfield, within the family, recent “We decided to take part in bereavements, or perhaps the Boston Marathon in aid they may be in care. of the St John Bosco Camp, The money raised will help a registered charity set up send children who are

by St Vincent de Paul. All unable to have a holiday a money raised will provide chance for a break during holidays for the children at the summer.

STAG Ad 22_4_08 EN 24/4/08 10:44 Page 1 the project”. Said Noel “To run over 26 miles will

Local News and Events be tough and possibly the biggest challenge we have set ourselves. However it would all be worthwhile if you could help support the work of this charity and give children a positive experience in their lives.” added Noel. “ The Boston marathon is only a part of the fundraising activities that we are involved in this year.

Last year we raised over £30,000 for charity and we would like to beat that this year.”

For more information or if you would like to sponsor the team visit www.justgiving.com/ olsgboscorunners As well as raising money by running the Boston Marathon James Greer is also hosting a Charity Night at his restaurant Beautiful South. “Last year our Charity

Night raised over £4,000 and we hope to see many new and existing customers joining us this year. Tickets for the evening are only £30.00 which includes 3 course gourmet dinner and disco. Contact Beautiful South on 020 8367 1414 for more information.

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Mandy told EN “originally I had office jobs in London but craved my independence and floristry was always what I had planned to do” So Mandy started with a short introduction to floristry course for 5 months to see if it would be something she could make into a career. This developed into her enrolling on the Capel Manor 2 year part time floristry course.

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The 31st Enfield Pageant of Motoring T

he 31st Enfield Pageant of Motoring will take place over the late Spring Bank Holiday Weekend of 24th, 25th & 26th May 2008. More than 2,000 classic vehicles of all ages will attend bringing together an impressive show of cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles and steam engines. Over 60 car clubs will be attending featuring classics such as Jaguar, MG and Triumph - together with a 500+ stall autojumble selling all types of automobelia, collectables and obsolete parts. This

event will once again be one of the biggest and best events in the UK. This year the classes for ‘Classic Vehicles’ have been extended to include pre 1973 cars – the Historic Vehicle Tax Class.

For this year the theme is entitled ‘Best of British – Fly the Flag’ a celebration of the best of British motor car manufacturing. Come and see the cars – Aston Martins, Rolls Royces, Bentleys, Austins, Morris’s, Triumphs, Daimlers and Jaguars. All ‘Made in Britain’ and made with pride.

As part of a great day out for the whole family there is also an Old Time Fun Fair of the kind seen in the 1950’s – all the fun of the fair for children and adults of all ages!

The first Enfield Pageant of Motoring came about in 1978 due to two deciding factors: beer and rain! The Enfield and District Veteran Vehicle Society was formed in 1961 by a group of likeminded people interested in saving and preserving old vehicles. For many years the Society held small events in

and around the Enfield area primarily as a fund raising exercise due to the fact that the costs of owning and preserving old vehicles was so high. Through donations at fetes and public entry fees at rallies a small fund was built up to help restore the club vehicles. Fund raising was always a problem, there was never enough in the bank!

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farmer who owned the field decided to sue the club for severe ground damage. The solicitors involved advised the club that the members and officers were liable for the damages. Settlement was reached and the club formed a Society, constituted under the Friendly Societies Act, to protect its officers.

The Society took over the running of the events but with a major disadvantage. The members and officers could no longer be held liable, but the taxman wanted 45% of the profit! Every year a cheque was raised to pay the tax, but members felt they paid enough tax at work and

sufficient.

For the Society to continue more funding for the vehicles was paramount.

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did not want to pay more tax on the back of their hobby. In the mid 1970’s the Society had reached an all time low. Every year rain fell on every event it organised and funds to keep the vehicles going were not

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festival was in progress and CAMRA, the organisers, were kind enough to allow the vehicle (with its door hanging off) into the hall where tickets were sold in a draw. Huge support was given by the public and a profit of £685 was made after the prizes were paid. With £685 in the bank, the Enfield Pageant of Motoring and Collectors Bazaar

was launched. The London Borough of Enfield was very supportive and granted permission for the Enfield Playing Fields to be used for the Pageant. The only condition imposed was that the event must be held in May and have the word “Enfield” in the title. Advertisements were placed in all of the national magazines and local press.

Around 500 vehicles

and 50 stalls were expected to attend the first two-day event. Stalls were £7 for one day and £10 for two days. Over 100 stallholders had booked in advance with many more turning up on the day. In all, 600 exhibitors turned up, with vehicles ranging from a steam engine to a Rolls Royce. The weather was very hot and the public attended in huge numbers.

At the end of the weekend the first Enfield Pageant had taken more money and made more profit than the previous twenty years of the old Society.

No rain, no tax and a good event, now established that the prospect of a future museum was now more than just a pipe dream.

And to this day, come rain or shine, the Enfield Pageant continues to go from strength to strength so why not go along over the Late May Bank Holiday weekend and have a look for yourself. Open from 9am to 6pm each day. Admission is £9.00 for adults and £4.00 for children under 15.

Entry forms for vehicles and autojumble stalls can be obtained from the Whitewebbs Museum of Transport, Whitewebbs Road, Enfield, Mddx EN2 9HW or downloaded from our website www. whitewebbsmuseum.co.uk.

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Get on down to The Engine Shack With summer just around the corner many of us will wake up to a bright sunny weekend and decide it is high time to dust the cobwebs off of the good old lawnmower and give the garden a bit of a tidy up. Well, as often happens, the trusty old lawnmower often fails to start up and no amount of tinkering or swearing will bring it back to life. So, what is the answer, jettison the old mower and fork out for a new one?

Luckily, there is a solution – and this is The Engine Shack, a new company that has recently opened in Enfield. Steve Besemer launched his company Smiler Scooters having spotted

a niche in the market for someone to fix and maintain people’s scooters and small engine motorbikes. Steve specialises in the repair and maintenance of classic scooters like Vespas and Lambrettas but will also look after modern bikes.

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ver had that moment of sheer dread when you computer screen goes blank or you suddenly get strange messages like Error 404??

These sort of messages can often lead to sitting on the phone for hours trying to get through to a customer helpline, firstly just waiting to speak to someone and then having them get you run all sorts of tests on your computer all at a national or premium rate phone charge.

Now there is a new solution for computer problems in the Enfield area HiTech Computers.

HiTech Computers have over 30 years experience in the IT industry. Jeremy Downey, Director (formerly of Wow IT on Lancaster Road) is a highly experienced computer technician in all fields, from Microsoft Windows and Vista through to electronics.

Nicholas Davidson is HiTech’s sales and technician and is a specialist in the supply of computers and parts to the IT industry and now to the public, at trade prices.

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Removing the virus/ spyware is only the tip of the iceberg, the windows files that have been damaged need to be repaired correctly. People who think that anti virus software alone will solve the problem are sadly mistaken. This can and often does make the problem worse. There is a huge difference between a computer “whiz” and a computer “expert”. Basically, if you owned a BMW would you let a go cart enthusiast repair it?

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As well as supporting members of the public Hi Tech Computers also support small and medium sized organisations with there experience of

networking and introducing new technology – “We recently installed a biometric recognition system for people entering and leaving a building for London Waste” Jeremy told us. “Although we focus on fixing and repairing computers we are

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Often people can feel worried about allowing people access to their computer – will they find that old porn message that popped up once, the gambling site that you tried out once or end up

looking at sensitive business data? “All computer files that we access and view are in strict confidence” said Jeremy “in fact to give people reassurance in the team we have chosen to independently register with the CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) so people can have confidence in allowing us access to their computers and homes.”

“We also want to give back to the community” Nick told us “and therefore we are offering a 10% discount to all NHS staff, school teachers, police and firemen in gratitude for the work they carry out throughout the community.”

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Here Come The Road Runners L ike many small running clubs, Edmonton Running Club began life as a Jogging Club: one result of the jogging boom of the early 1980’s.

The club emblem was the ROADRUNNER because it reflected what the sport was then - road running which would ultimately lead us on to running in marathons. Since then, the jogging boom has died and the club has changed its name to a Running Club.

The club emblem has also been updated. The Club still use the ROADRUNNER as an emblem but from jogging they have diversified immensely into other running fitness areas

Some runners take part in a multisport approach where running is part of the bigger picture: Triathletes, Duathletes, Weightlifters and keep-fit fanatics also form part of the club. The reason each person has for running can be as varied as his or her careers. Currently there are approximately 80 members varying from those who just want to get round to those who want to get round quickly.

Since most people take up running later in life the majority of our members are over 30. A recent intake in the ladies section means that we probably have a 40/60 mix between male and female members.

Edmonton Running Club host two races a year: Tottenham Marshes 5 Mile Run and 1 Mile Fun run on 6 July and Jill Oliver Memorial 10K at Lee Valley Athletics Stadium, Picketts Lock on 19th October, and take part in a variety of races both on road and cross country. In addition to running the club socialises and arranges bowling evenings, quizzes, meals, trips to Walthamstow Dogs, barbeques etc.

Edmonton Running Club is an official running club partner for the Flora London Marathon and this year had a total of 27 members participating in the FLM. This is a record number since the club began.

Members meet three times a week – on Tuesdays and Thursdays from the Tennis Club at 7.00 for a 7.15 p.m.

start and on Sundays at 9.00 at Whitewebbs Park (or 8 a.m. on very hot days by arrangement). Members are welcome to take part in as many or as few training sessions as they like. Tuesday and Thursday runs tend to be anything from 3 miles to 8 miles with longer runs on Sundays ranging from 5 to 11 miles or longer if training for a marathon.

The Club extends a warm welcome to anyone who would like to join and allow people to run with the club for several weeks before committing to a membership. Full membership of the club is £60 per annum. For further information contact Debra Skapoullis by email at debrabskapoullis@ blueyonder.co.uk or on 07808 454601 after 4pm.

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We are asking every household in the borough of Enfield to save £1 every week for 10 weeks, a total of £10. Once you have your “pile of pounds” send them to us here at the NCHT. We will use them to maintain our care and support services to the residents of Enfield, whose lives are affected by cancer and their carers.

4 households donating £10 each will cover the cost of our Wednesday drop-ins for 1 week 8 households donating £10 each covers the cost of our Bereavement group for 1 week 26 households donating £10 each covers the cost of our Lymphoedema clinic for one week Why not join in the “Pile on the Pounds” challenge and SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL CHARITY All donations to be sent: F.A.O Mary Rose Nightingale Community Hospice Trust The Lancaster Centre 53, Lancaster Road, Enfield EN2 0BU Contact Mary on 020 8366 9674 for further information on fundraising or Sally on 020 8366 4333 for information on our services.

Beauty is Booming T

he modern perception of beauty is heavily influenced by airbrushed images of models and photos of surgically enhanced celebrities. For many their natural look simply can’t compete and leaves them feeling inadequate. This, along with a love of all things anti-ageing, is driving increaslingly more Brits towards cosmetic procedures.

MINTEL consumer intelligence reveals that the cosmetic surgery market is now worth just over £900 million - more than twice that of 2005 (£430 million), with the market set to break the £1 billion mark next year.

The latest research from MINTEL shows that during the course of 2007 almost 1,600 cosmetic surgery

procedures were carried out every single day. Indeed, in their quest for the perfect body and eternal youth, Brits put themselves through no less than 577,000 cosmetic operations and treatments in 2007, up from only 300,000 just two years ago.

The real driving force in the market has been the huge rise in the number of non-surgical procedures, such as botox and collagen fillers. In 2005, just 230,000 of these treatments were carried out, but today this has risen to no less than 472,000.

These non-invasive treatments have really taken off in recent years, because many are programme-led and encourage people to keep coming back for topups. Brits also see them as a relatively risk-free alternative

to surgery, when looking to permanently alter their appearance. But the fact that these delicate procedures do not have to be carried out by medically qualified personnel, and that this part of the industry is still self-regulated, really should be of more concern to British consumers.

And Enfield has not been left behind with the opening of Renew Medica in Winchmore Hill.

Renew Medica have been in Winchmore Hill since purchasing Pamela Stevens Salon in 2007. After undergoing a refit and re branding opened as Renew Medica.

Renew Medica, specialise in offering a range of proven, safe and highly successful Medical Aesthetics.

They have over 40,000 patients in London and the South East alone representing over 200,000 procedures.

The treatment options available at Renew Medica range from the following non invasive skin treatments: Laser Hair Removal, Photo Rejuvenation (IPL), Skin Health Restoration, Micro-

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“One of the surprising things for me has been the number of male clients that come through our doors – in fact for the company as a whole some 35% of clients are men” Cheryl told us.

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Nights Out

WHERE HAVE ALL THE CLUBS GONE?

Enfield that are not nightclubs however they do have a dance floor, which in my opinion makes it closer to a club than a pub.

Firstly there is Rattlers, that I have t’s Friday night, you have had a just mentioned, that is a bar and if it long week at work, where do you was a little bigger and stayed open go to relax? Young people today want later would be a pretty good nightclub to go out and enjoy themselves but in in my opinion. Next just across the Enfield where can you go? Up until a road is Bar Ten, which is good however few years ago there were two big clubs, it is over 25’s and being too young at Eros and The Town House, but since 24 I have not really visited there. Then they have been closed and knocked around the corner is also Bar Form. down respectively, where is a local club Taps Bar is also in the vicinity but does for people to visit? not have the room for a dance floor.

My situation is a prime example of If you head out of the town to the the problems people in Enfield face.

Hertford Road Last weekend I arranged to meet up you have Bar AB, with some friends. Being reasonably which you can late in the month I am already feeling reach in a cab for the purse strings tightening so decided under £10 and we would just have a quiet night!?!? it stays open till We met in the Goose at the late. Going the George in Enfield town and by closing opposite way by we didn’t care about the purse strings. Oakwood station We wanted to go and dance and we have The Maze continue enjoying ourselves.

Inn, which is a We were then faced with the trendy bar playing decision of where to go? In the end music although we decided on Rattlers, just down the every time I have road mainly because of our lack of ever been there it money and our already sore feet. has been too busy We ended up having a good time, to dance. however a good number of people had Another the same idea as us and the queue was alternative for horrendous to get in. (It’s times like under £10 is this I love that phrase “Ladies First”).

Cheshunt.You The following morning it occurred can visit the King to me: that was about the third James or Turners weekend running I had visited the same then like most places and seen the same people and people it is on it made me think…. WHERE IS THERE to The Vic which TO GO?? stays open till Today there are a few places in 2am.

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For the more adventurous of you (or if you have a designated driver) you can travel a little further afield.

One of my personal clubs of choice is Faces in Hoddesdon, not only is it reasonably close but it stays open till 2am and it is relatively easy to get a cab from. Faces, has just recently been refurbished making it an even nicer place to visit.

Another place I visit often is Liquid in Harlow. A lot of young couples buying their first homes seem to be moving out this way and Harlow gets very busy of a weekend. There are lots of pubs surrounding Liquid,

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Nights Out I most regularly visit Yates and The Wetherspoons pub. At about 11pm people start to head over to Liquid.

Liquid, if you haven’t been there has two rooms, one is R&B and the other is what I would call cheesy pop.

However the best thing I discovered about Liquid last time I visited was on the way out. The reception desk as you came in becomes a counter full of toasters and jams of your choice on the way out. I don’t know if this happens all the time but I was very happy at 3am in the morning eating my toast waiting for my cab.

Back in the days of Eros, after it had

closed and people wanted somewhere to go, the place to be was either Opera or Rudolph’s. Both are very similar in style and within walking distance of each other (providing you didn’t have really high heels). Both clubs are open to a crazy time in the morning like 6am, although I personally have never been there at that time to know what it is like, if I were there I would be asleep in a corner somewhere.

If there is a group of you and you can find a willing driver, I would recommend Sugar Hut in Brentwood (Junction 28 of the M25). It is conveniently situated on the high street

so you can easily find it and there are plenty of pubs to go to beforehand.

From the high street it looks as though parking will be an issue but behind the Slug and Lettuce there are multi storey and open air car parks so this is not a problem.

Finally, my last choice on clubs to visit is Destiny’s in Watford. It is a little far for people in Enfield to visit I must admit however with such a selection of bars and then a nightclub all in one street, I just can’t resist. Destiny’s is a large club, which like Liquid, has two different rooms of music.

If none of the above appeals to you there is another option.You can try moving further into London rather than out, however expect to pay double the price for drinks, entrance and travel.

Today because of having to travel further away than ever before it is turning out to be more and more expensive not to mention dangerous when having to try and get cabs.

Another venue worthy of mention is Enzo’s on Chase Side as not only do they have a swanky bar area with an extensive cocktail list where you can now drop by for drinks even if you are not dining, but there is the added bonus of a resident DJ every Friday and Saturday night.

Whilst I like to go out further from home and visit new places, sometimes I just want to go out and stay local. With this in mind Wine Dine Live DJ Playing I would be really pleased if Eros Relax or Party 70’s & 80’s reopened. Although I appreciate all Bar & Disco Disco Fever the trouble that happened there, till late Boogie Nights with extra security it would be safe and be busier than ever as it would live tribute nights in may be the only club in Enfield and somewhere local for people to 15th may - gary edwards as robbie williams 22nd may - rob lamberti as george michael (sold out) visit. It would also mean you could go out and have a dance close to for full inforamtion on the forthcoming tributes in home knowing that you wouldn’t june call the tribute hotline have to fork out a huge cab fare 88-90 Chaseside Enfield Middx EN2 6NX home.

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Summer Fashion Review

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always look forward to spring and summer trends, not least because for retail junkies like me, seeing the new season’s collections is as much an indication that winter is finally on its way out as the appearance of blossom on the trees and putting the clocks forward. A chunky brown jumper is just about as exciting as doing piles of filing on a rainy Monday, so it’s no surprise that most of us welcome in the new styles of summer, and along with them, the hope of some decent weather.

During the winter months, we had the ‘shoot’ (the shoe boot) and more recently the shoe without a heel (whatever next?). But whilst pulling

off London Fashion Week’s quirky trends in uber-cool Hoxton is as easy as pulling on a pixie boot, a few miles further north in Enfield, our feet are, shall we say, more firmly on the ground.

And whilst this summer, you may feel like you are at times suffering from fashion deja-vu and the resulting sideeffect is complete confusion, the trends are at least proving very wearable for the average Enfieldian like you and me.

In recent years we’ve had several revivals (and re-revivals) of the twentieth century’s most popular styles and colours, and this season is no different. Indeed, many of the trends seem to have leapt straight out of the fashion world’s history books and looks seen as recently as last year are even on the cards again (think animal prints, monochrome patterns and bows).

The autumn season’s focus on the waist and shoulder remains and big bags and belts are still key pieces, but the good news is they have evolved into something Get the 70’s look at Matalan - this top, skirt and belt come much more to a grand total of £26 - bargain! interesting

and exciting for summer.

So what inspiration will the High Street be taking from the top designers’ collections during New York, London, Milan and Paris fashion weeks?

Well, before you reluctantly drag last year’s clothes out of the back of your wardrobe with disappointment, just think of the money you’ll be saving to spend on 2008’s brand new trends – and there are plenty of them. In fact, lots of fun is to be had this summer and the best of all is the huge choice out there - I defy anyone not find an interesting and individual outfit on which to spend that saved cash.

Prints, patterns and fabrics are a welcome relief from winter’s extreme shapes and spiky textures, and the words ‘flattering’, ‘feminine’ and ‘easy to wear’ come to mind (which is, let’s face it, what we’re all looking for). A 70s vibe runs through most of the trends, although there is a sprinkling of the 50s and 60s, as well as 20s and 80s, just for good measure, offering a decade for every different taste. Think ‘The Good Life’ and you’re on your way to a soft 70s look. Fashion also spans the globe, with influences from Africa, America and France storming the catwalks.

According to the high street labels Monsoon and Accessorize, there are two distinctive day and evening looks.

“Tribal prints, 70’s silhouettes and soft femininity inspire Monsoon daywear this season. Look to tribal graphic printed shift dresses, high-waisted wide leg trousers or billowing maxi dresses in soft cotton. Miami poolside glamour and the elegant 1920’s inform the evening collection. Luxurious materials and intricate embellishment are key.”

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Special Report EN Magazine guide to what’s hot this summer….

TOP TRENDS FOR WOMEN Open Canvas The trend for blocks of petrol blue, canary yellow and fuchsia continues, helping you to say a smug goodbye to winter and embrace the summer with a statement. And while you’re feeling bold, the ‘Painterly’ look will surely add some flair to your life. Be creative with your clothes and wear broad brush strokes, abstract patterns, graphic illustrations, 70’s-style prints and splashes of colour, making masterpieces out of everyday skirts and dresses.

Look to H&M for some great print and pattern skirts this summer, but keep everything else simple, with heels for the evening and ballet pumps for the day. If the arty look isn’t entirely for you, get in touch with your hippy roots and opt for relaxed tye- dye patterns – there are plenty of pieces to be had across the high street.

The Great Outdoors Take a shot at the Super Nature look for a whole lot of fun this summer. Bright florals, animal prints and exotic feathers well and truly bring wildlife into the wardrobe. Take inspiration from Africa with a chic safari suit or a tribal feel. There are plenty of safari belted jackets to be had on the High Street to give you

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Whatever your size or shape, the seventies obsession this season has something for every occasion, from hippy maxi dresses to relaxed trouser suits. Try a pair of highlywearable high-waisted trousers - they will get you through spring and summer and there are loads on the High Street thanks to their flattering shape for most female forms.

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a touch of the exotic. A trend which never quite seems to go extinct, we’ve all got animal prints hidden away from previous years. Pull out pieces with big cat stripes and spots, as seen at Alexander McQueen and Dior and

Don’t be without a floral dress this summer - this one from River Island is feminine but not too girly! roar with confidence. Keep accessories to a minimum – a tan leather satchel and a bangle or two are enough.

Flower Power Staying with the outdoor theme, don’t be a wallflower this summer - shine in bright floral dresses instead.

And whether you prefer small detail or bold buds, maxi-dresses or cute baby-dolls, this style has something for everyone. Oasis and Top Shop certainly seem to think so, as their window displays at Palace Xchange prove. River Island too has some lovely florals.

Colleen McLoughlin wowed race-goers at Aintree recently with bright floral brush-stroke mini dress at Ladies’ Day, and other celebrities seem to be following suit. It seems this feminine trend is going to be a well-deserved summer hit.

The Look of Love For a touch of romance in your life (and we could all do with a bit of that), bare your shoulders with soft draping and flattering gathering. The ‘Drape’ look has a high wearability factor thanks to a range of styles to suit every body shape and is tipped to be one of the most season’s flattering trends. Grecian-style evening dresses, parachute-sized gowns and plenty of ruffles and frills stormed the catwalks, encouraging grown-up glamour and boudoir chic. On the catwalk, Origamiinspired twists also updated simple day and evening dresses and transformed them into contemporary statements.

Be a fashion magpie and embellish the ‘Romance’ trend with crystal and diamante accessories.

Sheer Brilliance The sheer look is also in, especially in lilac, white, cream and neutral tones of girly chiffon. Figure-hugging creations featured on the catwalk for the more slender female form or voluminous explosions of tulle for the confident characters amongst you, with metallic shoes, bangles and bags setting off the look. In fact the sheer look can be seen transcending other key styles, with chiffon animal print blouses and paintbrush tops to name a few, to be found in many High Street stores. New Look has some pretty (and very reasonably priced) layered and ruffled pieces in sheer fabrics and neutral shades.

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If your thighs are slimmer than mine and ‘size zero’ is your middle name, pull on some jodphurs for the jockey look and accompany them with vivid jacket-and-cap combos.

Special Report Go Americana The American Dream is alive and well with Chanel, D&G, Matthew Williamson and Emilio Pucci all looking Stateside for inspiration. Say what you like about the Yanks, but if you’re not spangling in stars and stripes or looking like you’ve just walked out of a Native Indian’s teepee, you’re just not hot this summer. Go Americana from the Wild West to East Coast Cool with starspangled shoes, Navajo suede dresses, patchwork patterns and dream catcher necklaces.You’ll find some great American-inspired pieces in New Look to keep you looking cool.

Rockabilly Rules The small waists and big skirts of the kick-back to the 50s, will enable those of us who aren’t a size 8 to have a summer break from squeezing into those ubiquitous skinny jeans, which seem to be here to stay. Think Amy Winehouse for a rockabilly look with bomber jackets and gingham skirts, or for a bit of glam rock, do slashed

denim, tight leather and studs galore.

Once again, New Look will stand you in good stead here with a selection of cute pieces to choose from.

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Alternative (Retail) Therapies There are plenty of alternative mini-looks to set you apart from the rest if all that fun isn’t enough for you.

But for a touch of glamour, the ball gown is back with a vengeance. Wear confident colours with a punky edge, or look back to the 20s with dropwaisted dresses and Art Deco rose prints. Get real with sporty parkas and all-in-ones which will take you right back to the 80s. But the most realistic ‘bonus trend’ for us mere mortals this summer has to be the bow. Go big and bold, oversized and overstated, for maximum impact.

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Special Report white cotton smock you hardly had a chance to wear last summer thanks to the Great British weather. According to a number of designers including Paul Smith and Emporio Armani, the mono-chrome look is in again this summer with stripes, graphic prints and contrasting panels in black and white returning to the shelves in droves. New Look has a whole section dedicated to black and white – with stars, stripes, spots, checks and animal prints everywhere.

In fact, there are plenty of kickbacks to previous year’s trends if your bank balance isn’t looking too hot – I’ve already unearthed my AmericanIndian earrings, 70s-style chiffon tops and bowed blouses from spring and summers past. And you need not throw away all the belts you invested in for winter – high-waisted trousers will complement them well. But if you do splash out anywhere on the High Street this summer, head for Top Shop. The award-winnning retailer has done it yet again, with every key trend

appearing on the shop floor in the form of classy, funky and individually designed pieces. New Look comes a close second for choice and cannot be beaten for price and you’ll find an interesting selection there too.

Beachwear Summer isn’t summer without a trip to the beach (much to the dismay of those of us who haven’t been to the gym lately). Whether Blackpool or Barbados, we will be feeling that 70s vibe on the beach this year, with floaty fabrics and sultry colours adorning us. According to Accessorize: “mix and match bikini sets in graphic 70’s hippy and retro prints”. ‘Ibiza party’ is the main inspiration behind their collection: “pool side glamour mixes feminine shapes with glitzy jewelled detailing, creating the perfect mix of sexy chic. Choose from triangle, bandeau or structured cup bikini tops to match with tie side briefs or boy shorts.Vibrant sets come in a rainbow of bright and heavily patterned prints

waist style kaftans, floaty halter-neck dresses and jewel embellished sarongs.”

And the fascination with beach glamour feeds through into footwear: “sequin and bead embellished flip-flops, statement jewelled sandals, soft twisted leather thongs and metallic Grecian gladiator styles are ideal for keeping your feet cool but more importantly looking pretty!” says Accessorize.

Makeup & Accessories The best news is that you can forget about high maintenance hair and make-up – this summer calls for a pared down natural look. Flushed cheeks and soft eyes accompanied messy curls, uncomplicated buns and ponytails are the way to go.

Accessories can quickly and cheaply update any outfit. Key for this season is oversized patent shoppers, small structured clutch bags, chunky stackheeled shoes and wedges, gladiator sandals and statement necklaces matched with chunky bangles.

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or for a more sophisticated style there are bandeau sets in classic black and simplistic stripes.”

And for all those less-confident clothes horses like me? Beach coverups come in variety of stunning palm and graphic prints at Accessorize.

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Special Report THE BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN! Let’s not forget the men! Yes there’s always less variety for them and yes, most men find shopping more of a modern version of torture than the ‘retail therapy’ us girls know and love, but this year also proves interesting for the fashion-conscious gentleman.

A reflection of women’s summer trends is evident, with fashion experts touting sheer fabrics as the key fabric and Monsoon men’s collection centring around retro prints, floral influences and surf-inspired pieces. “Neutral colours of light blues, washed greys, creams and browns in authentic vintage washes are complimented by bolder, punchier purples and oranges,” says Monsoon. “Don’t be afraid to mix ‘n’ match on this one - brighter colours pop alongside neutral beiges and greys.”

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the thin ties, cardigans and loafers of the ‘Preppy’ look remain. But, in contrast, neons join men’s smart-casual mood and summer’s love affair with lilac follows through to men’s fashion.

Purple in all its hues is in. Get noticed in loud orange, yellow, green or pink pieces, or keep it simple with black and white stripes. If you buy one key garment this summer, a black and white chalk stripe jacket is the way to go.

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Special Report

EN Magazine took to the High Street to speak to shoppers in Enfield’s Palace Exchange about the spring/summer trends…

Emma Benjamin, age 23

Cemo Imamzade, age 23

Favourite shops: Harvey Nichols and River Island. In Enfield I like Pearsons – especially Planet, Coast and Hobbs.

Wendy on this year’s trends: “Clothes seem to be quite dressy this year. There are a lot of pretty prints around – it’s quite nice rather than just being t-shirts and jeans! I haven’t bought anything yet but there’s lots of nice stuff around – it’s quite difficult to find fashionable clothes for my age group!”

Andrea Lambrou, age 26

Favourite shops: “Top Shop, anything vintage or TK Maxx.”

Emma on this year’s trends: “I am looking for gladiator style sandals at the moment. I am quite into blazers and stripes and I am also looking for a Boho skirt. I really like the floral dresses that are about – I’ve already bought a couple – and I like the ruffled shirts too.”

Wendy Simmonds, age 49 Favourite shops: “My favourite shops in Enfield are River Island, Sam Silva and Sicily.”

Cemo on this year’s trends: “There is some really amazing girly stuff this year – loads of pretty dresses. Wedges are taking storm and complement dresses really well – I am fed up of kitten heels now! Boho is back too and I’m really pleased to see that. There are no strict rules on how to wear it – just lots of beading and layering, so it’s really easy. There are loads of pretty blouses and ruffles too – I am actually quite impressed with this summer’s trends! I’ve already bought a green silk print dress from Warehouse – a kind of Paisley print – it’s something you can dress up for an evening or dress down with cowboy boots and a waist belt.”

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Favourite shops: I like Krisp because it’s trendy but affordable, but I also shop at places like Next, H&M and Dorothy Perkins. I don’t mind paying a bit more at Jane Norman. Enfield is great for shopping these days and there is a much younger atmosphere here now.

Andrea on this year’s trends: “I really like the colours in this year’s trends. The only thing is that you have to be so thin to wear a lot of what’s about at the moment and having just had a baby, a lot of the trends aren’t suitable for me! I’ve only bought a couple of things so far today – just a casual hoodie and a denim corset-shirt from Krisp – but I’ve only just started my shopping trip!”

Gardening

What To Do For The Perfect Summer Garden A

part from they snowy blip a couple of weeks ago, the lovely sunny days we’ve had recently and the clocks going forward by one hour are both giving the impression that summer is here. However, we mustn’t be fooled into taking chances with our precious plants by prolonged spells of mild weather. Exposing young or tender plants to the vagaries of the weather can have disastrous and expensive consequences if Jack Frost pays a sudden unexpected visit...and that could still happen.

A former gardener at Myddelton House, Charlie Smith, who worked here for 55 years, told me of a surprise frost one year in the middle of June. Of course, this is highly unlikely nowadays.

The last few mild winters have been brilliant at helping to establish plants that would not normally have been left in the ground all year such as palms and other less hardy trees and shrubs.

Once the more tender trees and shrubs have reached a good size they are far more likely to survive a colder winter in the future.

Traditionally, it’s considered to be safe to plant out tender plants during

the second week of May. The mulching you did in Autumn or early Spring should have broken down into the soil by now. This is the time of year when mistakes can be made if you haven’t marked where the herbaceous plants grow, as the young shoots can easily be damaged by enthusiastic digging as you plant out your new purchases!

Here at Myddelton House Gardens, I am presently potting up the dahlias which have been stored under benching in the glass houses which are dry and frost-free, to start them in to growth. Mr. Bowles, Myddelton House’s celebrated plantsman and botanist, was particularly fond of the variety ‘Bishop of Llandaff’, which is perhaps the most popular variety of bedding and border dahlias today. It was thought to be extinct in the early 1980s, but thankfully it was rediscovered and its dark bronze foliage and red blooms are much prized today. They can easily be bought from a garden centre, but do protect them with eco-friendly snail pellets and watch out for black aphids on new growth.

Most of the seeds you have sown since my last article in EN Magazine are

probably seedlings by now and should be carefully pricked out (transplanted) as soon as possible and planted into pots. Don’t despair if some of the seeds haven’t sprouted yet, as many species take longer to germinate than others. Seed sowing can be frustrating, as both too dry or too damp conditions can cause problems. Light is also a major problem. Too little light and the seedlings grow leggy and weak as they search out the light. When grown in direct sunlight, most species will scorch and expire. With care and a good gardening book to help, it should be possible to raise all sorts of plants from seed with a very small financial outlay compared to buying established plants from a garden centre or nursery.

If you do want to buy some new plants, then I do suggest trying to source the plants from local nurseries, rather than the flashier garden centres.

The chances of having a plant that will grow better in your local climate are increased by buying from locally grown plants. If you have access to the internet, then the RHS has an excellent online plant finder if you wish to find less usual plants. There is also a book version of the same RHS Plantfinder, which is published

by Dorling Kindersley every April.

My final tip is: now that the mowing season is well underway, remember to make sure you check the grass near ponds or hedges for hiding wildlife. Happy gardening!

Myddelton House Gardens are open 10am – 4.30pm Monday to Friday and 12-4pm Sundays and Bank Holidays.Visit www.leevalleypark.org.uk for more information about activities and events throughout Lee Valley Regional Park this summer.

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What’s On Saturday 17th May 2008 What’s the Funky Future??

FREE Activity Day at Forty Hall Discover the innovations of the past and make you own mark on the future!

Art and Design Workshops for ages 5 - 13.

Sessions: 11-12.30, 1-2.30, 34.30.

20 spaces per session, places to be booked in advancedForty Hall, Forty Hill, Enfield, EN2 9HA 020 8363 8196 forty.hall@ enfield.gov.uk www.enfield.gov. uk/fortyhall GRANGE PARK (EVENING) W.I. We would like to invite you and a friend to one of two “Open Afternoons” to be held at: St Peter’s Church Hall,Vera Avenue, Grange Park, N21 on: Tuesday 20th May at 2.00 p.m. - 4.30 p.m. or: Saturday 24th May at 2.00 p.m. - 4.30 p.m.

An opportunity to meet members, watch demonstrations, enjoy tea and cakes and find out all you ever wanted to know about the W.I. For More information contact Louise Watson 0208 360 6969 St John’s Players present “Thriller of the Year” by Glyn Jones. Gillian Howard is a successful writer of murder mysteries, who after a series of accidents, begins to realise that her fiction is becoming reality.

Come see this exciting play at St John’s Hall, Bourne Hill, Palmers Green.

May 15th and 16th at 8pm and May 17th at 2.30pm.

Tickets £7 and £5 available on the door, phone 020 8364 4995 or email sjjohnsplayers@ hotmail.co.uk Acorn Theatre Company presents JUST SO A musical tale for all the family inspired by the stories of Rudyard Kipling Intimate Theatre (St Monica’s Hall) Green Lanes Palmers Green London N13 28

29th-31st May Evenings 7.30 – Saturday Matinee 3.00pm Box Office 020 8807 1810 Grange Park Prep, are holding a concert on 17th May “The Revolutionary Drawing Room” and the players (all professional players who play at an internationl level) are: Rachel Brown, flute Adrian Butterfield, violin Jean Paterson, violin Rachel Stott, viola Ruth Alford, cello Our programme will include string quartets by Haydn and Mendelssohn and flute quartets

by Mozart. The concert starts at 19.45pm, doors open 19.30 and finishes at 21.45. The venue is the school hall at Grange Park Prep school, 13 The Chine, Grange Park, London N21 2EA. Ticket price is £8.

Contact 07702 434 009 for more details.

North London Cactus and Succulents Show Saturday 24th May – Bank Holiday Monday 26th May Capel Manor Bullsmoor Lane Enfield 08456 122 122 ext 200

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 The Civil Service Retirement Fellowship, Enfield and Edmonton groups, holds meetings on the first Monday of the month in Enfield (except on Bank Holidays when it is the second Monday) at St. Andrews Church Hall Enfield; and the third Monday at Millfield House. Edmonton,each meeting from 10am to noon.

All former, serving, and retired

Civil Servants and their partners welcome. Contact Sue on 020 8360 4361 for more information.

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.

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

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 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

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 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 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

What’s On 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 Ballroom and Latin Dancing A New Venue St Thomas Hall Oakwood N.14 5 Mins walk from Tube Excellent floor the best in music. Some general tuition of the move Simple variations with emphasis on style Plus lots of help for the less experienced Large free rear carpark Tuesdays 8.30 -10.30pm £5 020 8383 3636 LISTD BB/LA

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 Saturday Morning Concerts Grange Park Methodist Church Old Park Ridings N21 Coffee at 10.15, Concert at 11.30 to 12.30 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 WEDNESDAY 14th MAY – BENNY and the JETTS WEDNESDAY 11th JUNE – THE DREAM CIRCLE THE BAY JAZZ CLUB 6th May SPECIAL - YERBA BUENA CELEBRATION JAZZ BAND- Good music good musicians -miss it at your peril.

Members £8 Guests £10.00 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 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 Wednesday 7 May 8pm X-Files Improv with Dean Haglund Dean Haglund played computer geek Langly for nine seasons of cult sci-fi series The X-Files.

In this new show premiered to great acclaim at the Edinburgh festival 2007, Haglund improvises a new X-Files episode at each performance, based on audience suggestions.

Haglund’s ability to spin hilarious scenarios from the simplest of ideas never fails to entertain.

“Stupidly funny… Haglund’s amiable quick wit making this a must for fans and good clean fun for everybody else.” £12 Concessions £10

Saturday 10 May 8pm An Evening with Blowers BBC Test Match Special commentator, journalist and raconteur Henry Blofeld is undoubtedly the current “voice of cricket” and he continues to be one of the best loved characters in the game.

“Blowers”, as he is affectionately known, is as famous for his catchphrase ‘My dear old thing’ as he is for his cricket commentary. His side splitting one man show is a quintessentially British affair trawling through his extraordinary life. £15 Friday 16 May 8pm The Meat Loaf Rock Opera: The Dead Ringer from Hell Meat Loaf meets the West End in this Hellish Rock Opera that is bringing audiences all across the country to their feet. If you looked forward to dressing up for the Rocky Horror Picture Show you’ll love the Dead Ringer from Hell. Come dressed as a biker or rocker and join the fun.

You don’t have to be a Meat Loaf fan to enjoy this show. If you love motorcycles, madness, and great rock and roll then book now. £16 Saturday 17 May 7.30pm The Syd Lawrence Orchestra – Strictly Big Band The “Best Big Band in the Land” directed by Chris Dean, brings you a concert packed with your Big Band Favourites.

The legendary American composer Neal Hefti has dubbed them “A truly GREAT band” and “Worthy custodians of the Basie legacy”.

Hear the music of the swing era bought back to life with the youthful verve that made it the smash hit pop music of its day.

Featuring the music of Glenn Miller, Count Basie, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald and many more. “£16

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What’s On Sunday 18 May 7.30pm A Tribute to CROSBY, STILLS, NASH & YOUNG plus THE BYRDS - The Marrakesh Express A live performance featuring the music of the original Byrds and Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young. A remarkable take on a remarkable era, which in so many ways remains unsurpassed even today. The band delivers a magnificent full electric and acoustic show with archival footage and costume effect. £15 Wednesday 21 – Thursday 22 May 8pm Rocking on Heaven’s Door This sensational rock ‘n’ roll concert has audiences dancing in the aisles wherever it plays! Acclaimed as the greatest ever portrayal of Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and Eddie Cochran, it fulfils the ultimate rock ‘n’ roll fantasy before your very eyes.

Electrifying performances, a superb backing band and all your favourite rock ‘n’ roll hits ensure a great night out. £18 Friday 23 May 8pm Clive Conway presents Barry Norman’s favourite films The sensational secrets of celluloid stars are revealed Barry Norman, CBE

– the icon of the small screen talks about the icons of the silver screen in his show. As presenter of the BBC’s cinema review for 26 years, Barry Norman became a household name. This is a unique opportunity for theatre going film lovers to meet the man who has so many great stories to tell of the rich and famous film actors and their antics both on and off screen. £16 Sunday 25 May 3pm The Selfish Giant Sea Legs Puppet Theatre invites you to be enchanted by their spectacular new adaptation of the much loved Oscar Wilde classic. Set in a magnificent steel sculpted garden, the story is told using beautifully crafted puppets, a brilliant musical soundtrack and superb storytelling.

For children age 4+ £8 Concessions £6 Family (4 tickets) £25

Tour followed. £17.50 Wyllyotts Centre Darkes Lane Potters Bar Box Office 01707 645005 www.wyllyottscentre. co.uk Tues 6th – Sat 10th May 7.45pm Sat Mat 3.00pm Green Room Presents: Showboat Tickets only available from George Sugden: 0208 360 1957 Musical treasure containing songs such as ‘Can’t Help Lovin’ Dat Man’ and ‘Ol’ Man River.’

Amateur Production Sun 18th May Oliver – Open Auditions 9.30am – 1.00pm Open call for any person between 8 – 21. Whether you can sing act or do both come along and try out! There’s nothing to prepare!

Weds 21 – Sat 24 May 7.30pm SCOpera presents: Faust Tickets: £13.00 - £16.00 Classic Opera composed by Charles Gounod based on Goethe’s play.

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Tuesday 27 May 8pm Journey South: Home Tour Journey South have come a long way since being runnersup in ITV’s X Factor show. The down-to-earth brothers saw their debut album ‘Journey South’ enter the charts at No.1 and going on to sell over half a million copies just in the UK. A 41 date sell-out Headline

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Weds 28th May 1.00pm & 3.30pm Sooty’s Magic Wand

Factory Tickets: £8.50, £30.00 family of 4 Sooty’s 60th Anniversary Show, ideal for children 3 years and upwards.

Fri 30th May 8.00pm Five Star Swing Tickets: £13.00, £12.00 concs Featuring Simone from the Ivy Benson Orchestra , this is an exciting night with hits you’ll know and love from the swing era.

Sun 1st June 7.30pm An Evening with Gervase Phinn Tickets: £15.00 Gervase embarks on his 7th national tour delighting audiences all over the UK with stories of his experiences as a school inspector.

Fri 6th June 8.00pm Todd Miller & Joe Loss Orchestra Tickets: £16.00, £15.00 concs From the Big Band Era to today’s charts this is the ultimate popular music tribute!

Featuring music from Glenn Miller to Barbara Streisand this is a wonderful evening of live music!

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