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Edition 2 Christmas 2010
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Christmas Events
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Have a Safe Christmas
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Welcome to the Christmas 2010 edition of the Southbourne-onSea Magazine. We’ve got a great line up of events, interviews, special offers and lots more from the local area. Remember to support local traders at this time of year to help maintain Southbourne’s unique appeal. Have a great festive period and see you in 2011. CONTENTS Local News & Christmas Events Christmas Competition Make Time for Timeless Remembering Charles Rolls Bloomin’ Marvellous Festivities at Wildflour Bakery Southbourne-on-Sea Map Social Groups & Things To Do Relax This Christmas Have a Safe Christmas Christmas Puzzle Pages Useful Contact Numbers Amanda Nicholls Interview The Key to Success with Telco
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Soutbourne-on-Sea News Local news from around the area
Fishermans Walk Christmas Fair Friends of Fishermans Walk are holding a Christmas Market on Sunday 12th December from 10am to 4pm by Fishermans Walk Bandstand. The Salvation Army Band will be providing festive music and there will be numerous stalls and lots of other Christmassy activities. This free event is fun for all the family! Olympic Ice Rink Plans Approved A proposal to build a new Olympic-sized ice rink in Kings Parks has been backed by local planning chiefs. Council officials approved an application for the development, which would also include indoor leisure facilities such as a climbing wall and surfing wave. The plans for the centre were described as "hugely exciting" by council leader Peter Charon. "In this current climate it would simply be too good to miss," he added. People have not had access to an ice rink since the town's Westover Road facility closed down in 1991. "Bournemouth desperately needs an ice rink; I think it's the best site in town," said councillor Bob Chapman. Top of The Shops The 5th Bournemouth Tourism awards will take place on Thursday 25th November at the BIC. There are now two categories of awards, sponsored by the Bournemouth Chamber of Trade & Commerce (BCTC), Favourite Independent and Favourite High Street store. Local business ‘Sugar Mango’ is up for nomination as Favourite Independent. Results from the awards will be published on our website after the award ceremony.
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Events in November and December Dorset Police Male Voice Choir and the St George’s Singers in Concert at St Christopher’s 27th Nov Childrens Biscuit Decorating 10am - 11am at Southbourne Library Every Saturday in December - Christmas Crafts for Children to make and take away. 10am - 11am at Southbourne Library 9th Dec Christmas Crafts 10am -11.30am Silk Painting Taster at Southbourne Library 12th Dec Christmas Martket 10am - 4pm at Fishermans Walk, see opposite. 16th Dec Vintage Brass Christmas Carols 10am - 11am at Southbourne Library 20th Dec The Salvation Army Carol Service 10.30am at Norwood Place 24th Dec Midnight Mass 11.30pm at St Katharine’s, Our Lady Queen of Peace, Trinity Methodist Church (Communion) 25th Dec All Age Worship 10.30am at the Trinity Methodist Church 26th Dec Carol Service 10.30am Salvation Army at Norwood Place. 20th Nov
For a full list of events (including more church services), see our website: www.westbourne.info What’s Your News? Share your news, events and local information in our next edition. Email info@southbourne.net with the details to see your story here and online.
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Tony Harrington MBE Remembering Charles Rolls
In July of this year, a four day commemorative event was organised for Charles Stewart Rolls (co-founder of the Rolls Royce Company) at St Peter’s School Southboume, the site of the original Southboume Aerodrome in July 2010. Tony Harrington, the co-ordinator of the event told us more, “As part of the Bournemouth Bicentenary a team of enthusiasts aided by St Peter’s School, Rolls Royce, Bournemouth Council and Churches in Southbourne put on a range of events. This included a Spitfire display at Hengistbury Head and fly over at St Peters. Further events included a concert by the Royal Air Force Central Band, a Dinner Dance, a parade of selected Roll-Royce s cars, an Ecumenical Charles Stewart Roll service, together with a wreath laying ceremony to commemorate Charles Rolls death.”
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The events coincided with the historical link to aviation in Southbourne as the first International Aviation meeting was held here in July 1910.
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The new plaque, located at St Peters School was kindly refurbished by Roll-Royce PLC, “The unveiling of the newly refurbished plaque was of great significance to the team and everyone involved as you can see from the pictures, it was in need of some care and attention.” Tony and the hard working team of enthusiasts are currently applying to form a Rolls Royce Memorial Charity to further the work of maintaining the memorial and archiving local historic documents regarding the event. If you own or know of any historic documents relating to the period please contact Tony Harrington. Tel: 01202 428819 or email: anthonv@harrington27a.plus.com
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What a fantastic time of year for children in the kitchen! There are so many recipes to make: from tasty cookies, mince pies and fruit breads to creating your dog an edible Christmas treat. Check out www.wildflour.co.uk to see our festive workshops. Swiss Cinnamon Stars are a seasonal favourite for us. Made with ground almonds and cinnamon they are filled with goodness and best of all, they are great to decorate!! Ingredients 2 egg whites 1 pinch salt 200g icing sugar 350g ground almonds 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon Various festive decorations 1. Beat egg whites and salt to stiff peaks. Sift in icing sugar while continuing to mix gently. 2. Separate out 4 tablespoons of mixture into a smaller bowl (to use later as icing) 3. In a separate bowl, combine the ground almonds and cinnamon. Gently mix in the egg white mixture. 4. Make dough into a ball, cover and put in fridge for 1 hour. 5. Sprinkle 2 cookie sheets with white granulated sugar. 6. Sprinkle white sugar onto the counter & roll out dough 8mm thick. 7. Cut out star shapes, place on cookie sheet and decorate with leftover egg white mixture and decorations 8. Bake at 180 degrees for 10 minutes or until the icing starts to just turn golden. Do not over-bake. ENJOY! Competition: Wildflour Bakery is looking for young chefs to participate in our December 12th photoshoot. Please visit www.wildflour.co.uk/news for details on how to enter.
Southbourne-on-Sea Map The best of Dorset on your doorstep
Southbourne High Street A great selection of indepedent and unusual shops all on a traditional high street.
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Social Groups & Things To Do Join a local social group
Hot Pots Lunch Club Every Monday at 12.30pm. Socialise with friends and family over a home cooked lunch at Cranleigh Community Church, 40 Cranleigh Road. Computer Tuition for Beginners Held every Tuesday from 1.30pm - 3.30pm at Southbourne Library, this is the ideal time to learn more about computers and the internet. Monday Reading Group 1st Monday of every month 5.30 - 6.30pm Get together to discuss the latest book release or share thoughts about your favourite read. Held at Southbourne Library, call 01202 428784. Polish Parents Group On the first Thursday of every month at St Christophers Church Hall on Burleigh Road. From 9.30am - 11.30am. ÂŁ3 per family. Yoga Classes A traditional Hatha Yoga class with postures, deep relaxation, breathing practices, and meditation. Immanuel Church Hall, 120 Southbourne Road 6.30 - 7.15pm Meditation & Yoga philosophy 7.30 - 9.15pm Multilevel / Intermediate Yoga Baby Riggle & Rhyme For parents and toddlers. Every Monday 10.15 10.45am and 11.15 - 11.45am. Held at Southbourne Library, call 01202 428784.
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Meet the Southbourne Safer Neighbourhood Team Every Tuesday morning from 10 - 12.00pm Meet with your local neighbourhood police team to discuss issues arising in the area. Held at the beach office advice point at Fisherman’s Walk. Southbourne Tennis Club - Adult Club Morning Every Tuesday & Sunday morning from 10 - 11am. A range of tennis coaching and matches are available at the club. Call 07833 640285 for more information. Southbourne Tennis Club, Iford Lane, BH6 5NF Quiz Night 25th November at 8pm - 10pm Presented by Quizmaster Mike and held at Bowling Green Pavillion on Woodland Avenue. £6 per person with lasagne supper included. Tel: 07711 203045 or 01202 418 294. Get Ready for 3D Week “Bournemouth 3D Week” is taking place from the 15th - 19th November and will be offering a range of presentations, demonstrations, screenings, workshops and debates over a period of five days in selected venues at Bournemouth University and the Arts University College at Bournemouth. See www.bsma.ac.uk/3dweek for more information. More events online Visit www.southbourne.net for a full interactive calendar. Email info@southbourne.net to get your event added in the next edition.
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Safety Tips from PCSO Annette Long
Stay safe this Christmas by following a few simple steps from the Southbourne Safer Neighbourhood Team. In the home • Don’t leave presents or other valuables in view of ground-floor windows or external doors • Always lock external doors and windows when you leave the house for any length of time and at night • Remove keys from windows and doors and keep them out of sight; • Mark valuable items with your postcode using an ultra-violet pen and register serial numbers at www.immobilise.com. This will increase the chances of property being returned to you if it is lost or stolen and recovered by Dorset Police • Join a Home Watch or Neighbourhood Watch group in your area to receive regular crime updates and crime prevention advice. When Christmas shopping • Avoid carrying valuables and large amounts of cash with you • Spread your possessions about & never carry pin numbers with cards • Be aware of what is happening around you at all times • Keep your handbag close to you with the clasp facing inwards. Travelling to and from Christmas parties • Plan your route before leaving and stick to it • Always try to walk with a friend or group of friends • Stick to busy well-lit streets whenever possible. Avoid danger spots like quiet or badly-lit alleyways, subways or isolated car parks • Walk facing oncoming traffic wherever possible • Stay alert – if you are wearing headphones or chatting on a mobile phone you will not hear trouble approaching. For more information call the Southbourne Safer Neighbourhood Team on 07825 522687 or 01202 222222 (non-emergency calls only - dial 999 in an emergency) or visit: www.dorset.police.uk
Christmas Quiz Can you decipher these classic Chrismas Carols? Example: “Small male percussionist” = “Little Drummer Boy” 1. Happiness to the Global Ecosystem 2. In a remote location in a barn stall 3. I am experiencing nocturnal visions of a colourless holiday 4. Festoon the Corridors 5. A non-summer fairytale area 6. Oh, holiday conifer 7. Ten plus two twenty-four hour periods of holiday festivity 8. Hey, tiny city in Israel
Christmas Cracker Jokes Q. Why was Santa's little helper depressed? A. Because he had low 'elf' esteem. Q. What do you get if you team Santa with a detective? A. Santa Clues! Q. What do you get when you cross a vampire and a snowman? A. Frostbite. Q. What do angry mice send to each other at Christmas ? A. Cross mouse cards !
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Useful Contacts numbers for local and national services
Medical Southbourne Surgery (17 Beaufort Road) Marine Surgery (29 Belle Vue Road) Poole Hospital Bournemouth Hospital NHS Direct
01202 427878 01202 423377 01202 665511 01202 303626 0845 46 47
Dentists Southbourne Dental Practice Gentle Dentistry
01202 425616 01202 432838
Emergency Services Southbourne Safer Neighbourhour Team Bournemouth Police Crimestoppers Dorset Fire & Rescue Floodline (info and advice) British Gas (report leaks) Environment Agency
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Local Resources Southbourne Library 01202 428784 Southbourne Post Office 01202 426117 Southbourne on Sea Business Association 01202 429762 Locksmith (Westcliffe Locksmiths) 01202 316220 Broken Boiler (Gas Boiler Care) 01202 422149 24 Hour Glazier 01202 765948 24 Hour Plumber 01202 377069 Streamline Warrens Taxis 01202 555511 Dorset Lesbian and Gay Helpline 0845 388 3544 Bournemouth Council 01202 451451 Poole Council 01202 633633 National Services DVLA Consumer Direct The Pension Service Giving Blood Organ Donor Talk to Frank (drug advice) Shelter (housing) National Debtline Victim Support Childline Missing Persons Samaritans
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We met up with Amanda Nicholls and begun by asking about her role in the local community, “I work for Bournemouth Borough Council, Safer and Stronger Communities Team. I am the Assistant Community Liaison Officer for the team and one of my areas is Southbourne. “ She continued, “My role is to work with community groups, charities, residents, Bournemouth Community Centres. I help organise events, sign post to other council departments or other agencies and much more. Partnership working is key to our department and we work with agencies such as the police, NHS, other council departments, councillors, businesses and residents.” Southbourne Action Group Amanda facilitates the Southbourne Action Group, which meets on the last Monday of the month at 10am in the Beaufort Community Centre. “The action group is a multi agency, resident lead group looking at the current issues in Southbourne and ways to tackle them. Everyone is welcome to attend.” Contact Amanda You can reach Amanda via the following • Telephone: 01202 451165 • Email: amanda.nicholls@bournemouth.gov.uk The Beaufort Community Centre is located on Beaufort Road, Southbourne, Bournemouth, Dorset, BH6 5LB.
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