Spotlight Magazine, Brent Council

Spotlight November 2005 Issue 44

I NSI DE: Turn to page 3 to find out more about Elders Voice Gardening Treat!

Turn to page 4 to see more pictures of YOUR Board.

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Report From The Board PLEASE advise anyone who is not getting their copy of Spotlight to get in touch with us.

South Kilburn NDC puts out its own magazine for residents every month.

Spotlight is produced to keep you informed on what is going on in your community and to keep residents up-to-date on what we are doing here at the NDC. We want to ensure that everyone who lives in the area receives their copy and want to hear from anyone who is not getting a hand-delivered copy through their letter box.

Anyone who is experiencing problems with delivery should contact DISK on 020 7625 2170 or SKNDC 020 7328 9031.

As you will see from the article on page 4 we have now had our first Board meeting where we appointed all the positions and have also been on a board residential. It is now time to get down to the hard work and ensure that this new phase of the NDC programme continues the excellent work of the first phase. An important part of this new phase is making sure we leave a positive legacy for the local area and create a South Kilburn that is sustainable in the long term.

As always change continues to happen at a fast pace in South Kilburn. Initial works on the Granville Show Homes site is beginning and work on the Albert Road Demonstration Homes is starting to really take shape.

At the Board meeting on the 19th September we were given a presentation by the NDC and Brent Council on the

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Finally, I would like to say congratulations to everyone who took part and have been elected to the first South Kilburn Youth Board.

It is great to see so many young people getting involved in shaping the future of South Kilburn.

I would also like to welcome Isha Michael-Sesay as the Youth Board representative on the main NDC Board.

If you can believe it, Christmas is just round the corner and we have a lot to do before then!

This month Christians celebrate All Souls Day on the 1st November, it’s a chance to remember all the souls who have died and gone to rest.

This month also marks the start of the Hindu Festival of Light also called ‘Diwali’ when lamps or candles are lit and placed around the home signifying the renewal of life.

“Remember, Remember, the 5th of November” is a famous nursery rhyme that celebrates Guy Fawlkes Night.

Guy Fawlkes was involved in a plot to blow up Parliament during its opening ceremony on 5th November 1605 when the King would be present.

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review currently taking place into the Income and Employment Theme.

By doing this we can ensure we build upon and can provide the best employment and training opportunities for the people of South Kilburn.

Celebrations

For Muslims the end of Ramadan is celebrated by Eid, which this year falls on the 3rd November.

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Firstly, thank you to everyone who took part in the NDC Board elections; the candidates, voters and everyone else who put in the time and effort to make it a great success.

Guy and his fellow conspirators placed 20 barrels of gunpowder in the cellars of the Palace of Westminster.

However one of Guy Fawlkes fellow friends wrote to warn his brother-in-law, Lord Monteagle, not to attend the opening.

News of this reached the King.

Search parties were sent into the cellar and Guy Fawlkes was arrested and later executed as a traitor.Even to this day, the cellars of the Palace of Westminster are searched before every opening of Parliament, and effigies of Guy Fawlkes are burnt on bonfires all around Britain on the 5th November.

This night is known as ‘Bonfire Night’. Remember to be safe when using fireworks, follow our top tips at the bottom of each page.

Christmas Wish . . .

Do you have a youth group project or event that needs funding in the Christmas period? Do you need advice on making a funding application?

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If you find yourself saying YES to either of these questions then you need to contact Natasha Thomas at DISK for Christmas Youth Groups Grants for South Kilburn projects on 020 7625 2170.

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Announcing…

Gardening Treat Len Williams Court is a remarkable place to live.

It has sophiscated, Georgian style communal gardens enclosed by high walls. Its beautiful and relaxing environment is perfect for those who are over 60 years of age. From the top level of these flats residents enjoy a spectacular view of South Kilburn.

large flower pots. The gardening work is displayed in the communal gardens for all to see. So why not go and have a look!

If you would like to get in contact with Elders Voice, please contact Jenny Davison on 0208 968 8170 or email JennyD@eldersvoice.org.uk.

From this glorious setting of Len Williams Court, Elders Voice launched a gardening and fun day on Friday 23rd September. The event was organised by Shirley Ebikeme, Paddington Churches Housing Association (PCHA) Sheltered Scheme Manager and Jenny Davison, Development Worker for Elders Voice.

Throughout the day, Loretta Vince, Elders Voice gardener provided professional gardening demonstrations and advice as residents rolled up their sleeves to get involved and learn tips on the art of gardening. Managing Director of PCHA, Pam Lockley said: “It is very good to see how happy people are with the gardening initiative”.

Lunch was provided which was a collection of homemade food from all around the world. This was followed by singing from Elders Voice group and an art exhibition on display all day.

Residents had the chance to take home mini pots that were planted with herbs like dill, rosemary and thyme. Everybody enjoyed themselves and worked in groups to create

A Workshop of Passion No other subject has stirred as much controversy this year except for the issue of religion. It is a deeply felt spiritual relationship with a Supreme Being, God. Today however, believers of different faiths may interpret the teachings of their religion from the perspective of their culture, society and politics. In the wake of the London bombings in July this year, there were recorded incidents of hostility, and hate crime acts in the country.

On Friday, September 23rd 10 am- 3pm Safe and Sound hosted a workshop focusing on religion and race, the two areas of hate crime. The workshop was available for all to attend and take part in the discussion. The workshop explored the myths and stereotypes associated with race, religion and culture. Residents of South Kilburn and agency staff were invited to share their views. Elements of the discussion included; whether the government is tackling and solving the issue of hostility and hate crime and whether there is an opportunity for the people of South Kilburn to develop local initiatives for this. It was a great opportunity to learn something new and informative, as well as change perspective, attitude or behaviour.

ARE wedding bells about to ring?

Have you recently welcomed a new arrival to your family?

Let us know about it.

Please send us notices of marriages, births, deaths, or any other announcements you want to share, and we’ll publish them in Spotlight.

Munro Health Co-operative

We are Back!

The Homeopathic and Craniosacral Clinic for babies.

young children & families OPENS IN MAY 2005 At Albert Road Day Centre, 5 Albert Road NW6 And runs every 2 weeks on Wednesday

4.30-7.30pm Booking is essential.

For info and appointments, please call Judit Weegman on: 020 8968 4041 or book in person during clinic hours.

Treatments are £5.00 per session If you want to enchance your family’s health naturally, or if you feel you have explored other avenues and want to try something different, or if you are not sure, come and talk to us. ` For availability of creche, please enquire.

The project is sponsored by Sure Start South Kilburn

To find out more about Safe and Sound Community Safety Project call 020 7624 9926.

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The New Board get straight to work…

Following the election of the new Board the newly elected members have now got stuck into the next 3 years of their life, continuing the hard work of the NDC. The first meeting of the new Board was held at the Community Resource Centre on the 19th September. Much was discussed at the first meeting and the new Board elected the new Chair, Tanya Samuel and the new Vice Chair, Cecilia Dalson. The Chairs of the committees were decided and are…

Returning Chair Tanya Samuel said. “I am delighted to have been re-elected as a Board member and to remain as Chair. There is a lot to do in the coming years, and I think we have a Board of residents who deeply care about the local area and will work hard for the NDC”.

Following the first Board meeting, the new members went on a residential course to learn in more detail what being a Board member entails. The course included deciding the Board’s aims for the next 5 years, what it means to be a Board Member and building a relationship between the new Board and the NDC management team.

Monitoring and Evaluation Committee Chair – Bryan Binning

Finance and General Purposes Chair – Anthony Lester

Risk Assessment Chair – Richard Killen

Newly elected board members T.C (David Ellison) found the trip extremely useful and said: “It was great to meet and talk to the people we are going to be working with over the next 3 years. The trip was also very useful in ensuring we all fully understood what our new role is – I can’t wait to get stuck in!”

For more information on the NDC Board or any other aspect of the NDC, please call 020 7328 1199 or visit www.skndc.net

Brighter Futures Over seventy young people in West London, nearly a quarter who were from the South Kilburn area attended an employment and skills for work event called ‘Careers In Focus Hospitality, Leisure, Travel and Tourism Sector Event’ at Brent Town Hall on Tuesday 18th October.

The event was hosted by the London West Learning Partnership and funded by South Kilburn NDC and the Aimhigher Innovation fund.

This event was the perfect opportunity to get the students thinking about their futures.

Representatives from Skills Active Sector Skills Council, Springboard UK Sector Skills Council, The Maybourne Group, The Connaught, The Berkeley and The National Trust were present on the day.

The students that attended this event met employers and gained an insight into practical

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work-focused activities that whilst being creative and fun, helped students to develop a wide range of personal and work related skills. The students are now able to identify the skills they would need when they start work in their chosen sector.

The next workshop is on Wednesday 30th November which will focus on Hospitality, Leisure, Travel, Tourism and Retail.

We are looking for more students from the South Kilburn area that would find this workshop useful.

Contact Project Co-ordinator Ashna Khan on 020 8208 5476 or ashna.khan@cnwl.ac.uk for further information or to arrange for a place.

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South Kilburn Goes to Live8!

In July, the charity organisation Fairbridge in London were donated eight tickets from AOL UK for young people from across London to go to the Live8 concert in Hyde Park on the 2nd July. The concert was organised to highlight the ongoing problem of global poverty and debt.

The web design course that runs in South Kilburn is sponsored by AOL UK and the company has put young people’s websites on-line.

Two South Kilburn residents were lucky enough to enjoy the event of a lifetime!

The special tickets were exclusive for the “Golden Circle”, and the group were rubbing shoulders with the rich and famous! They were just two amongst millions watching the top performances at the concert.

The young people strolled into the hospitality area and ate with TV stars and they stayed there until midnight as the acts got bigger and better. One of the singers from the concert was “Robbie Williams”, and when he performed the crowd went absolutely wild!

The web design course is run at Fairbridge, No. 58 Peel Precinct.

For more information contact Slaney Wright 0207 625 0203 or email Slaney.Wright@fairbridge.org.uk

Activities at The Beethoven Centre A one off £5 fee for the year which includes: Women Only

The Positive Living Club

Monday Thursday Friday

Aerobics & Body Conditioning Aerobics & Body Conditioning Steps Class PLC Fee & £1 each session

11-12noon 6.15-7.15pm 1-1.45pm

Children & Young People

FREE

Tuesday

Capoeira (non-contact Brazilian form of martial arts & Dance) 7-11 years olds

4-6pm

The Positive Living Club

First Saturday of each month

7-11 years Film & Art Club

50+ Activities

The Positive Living Club

2nd Saturday of every month Tuesday 2.30-3.30pm

50+ Social Club & Days out 50+ Yoga

*Other Beethoven Activities for woman and children Thursdays 2-4pm

Tai Chi

(Open Age membership required phone for more details) Mondays 8-9pm Tue +Thurs 7.30-830pm* Fridays 7-8.30pm

Salsa £5 per class Karate £30 per month Choik Wango £7 per session

All of these activities take place at the Beethoven Centre which is on Third Avenue, Queens Park W10.

Contact 020 8969 5881 for more information.

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Little Britain in South Kilburn Monday the 13th June saw our very own Peel Precinct in South Kilburn turn into a film set for the day. The BBC came to shoot scenes from the award winning comedy show ‘Little Britain’. The TV crew began filming in the morning and this lasted throughout the whole day.

Crowds gathered to watch the filming of the star of the show, the outrageously funny Vikki Pollard. The character is well known for denying responsibility for anything, ever.

The new series of Little Britain will feature local areas of South Kilburn including: inside the newsagents, outside the Sir Robert Peel pub, the OK club, the park opposite Craig Court and outside Safe and Sound.

Residents looked on proudly in amazement to watch the best in British comedy. Shamsi Depsen who runs the newsagent on the Peel Precinct said: “It was great to have the Little Britain team film in the shop – thankfully my customers aren’t as difficult as Vicki Pollard!”

(Due to restrictions placed on Spotlight by the BBC regarding the printing of photographs taken by the NDC at the time of filming.

This article has only just been given the all clear to go to print) Watch this space for the new series that begins this winter!

Or consult your TV guides for more information.

A Helping hand for adult reading and writing skills Want to improve your reading and writing skills? Help is at hand. The BBC have recently introduced a campaign to help improve the reading and writing skills of adults who lack these literacy skills.

You may have seen the Test The Nation programme on BBC1, story lines in Neighbours as well as in Eastenders about improving reading and writing skills. People will also be able to access more information and help online at www.bbc.co.uk/raw, on the telephone by calling 0800 0150 950 or by visiting libraries and local centres nationwide.

The nearest RAW centre to South Kilburn is at NW Online Limited, Harrow Road, NW10 0RG. They are based a couple of minutes walk away from Stonebridge Park tube and railway station and can be contacted on 020 8838 1255.

Meet Dwight Okeke, Youth Board Member At only 11 years old, Dwight Okeke has become a member of South Kilburn’s first ever youth board! He lives on Princess Road , South Kilburn.

After having an exciting summer, jam-packed with going to camp with The Ok Club and on day trips with Tabot Club, amongst other things. Dwight’s summer ended with him being successfully nominated onto the Youth Board in August, as a result of being voted for by his peers in South Kilburn. He has since been part of the Youth Board meetings, where the young board members learn about the work of the NDC. Dwight was delighted to be nominated onto the youth board. In his manifesto to the youth of South Kilburn, he said: “the parks look old and dated”. He promised that we would try to have “more fun activities” to give the youth a variety of ways to spend their free time.

He has just begun his first year at John Kelly High School. His favourite subjects at school include: Mathematics, Art, Science and Spanish and he is enjoying every minute of it, although he complains “there’s too much homework”.

Dwight hopes all young people in South Kilburn will share their concerns with him. He says, “If your voice is rejected come to me!”

To find out more about The South Kilburn Youth Board contact Claire White, Young People and Education Theme Manager on 020 7372 6061 or email c.white@skndc.net.

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Community Graduates

Leon’s Munchies

The Community Careers Centre blazed a trail of success at the annual graduation ceremony held on the 7th July 2005 from 6- 9pm. The graduation ceremony was held at The Community Careers Centre, The Tenants Hall, William Dunbar House on Albert Road.

A brand new sandwich shop is open at 3 Masefield House, Stafford Road, NW6 5YU. Serving everything for meat lovers and vegetarians.

The graduation celebrated the success of 65 students on seven different training programmes to upgrade their skills and enhance their employability.

The courses ran from January to July and ranged from accountancy to web design. The ceremony was organised by Joseph Awosika Community Careers Project Director.

Jack Davies, Chief Executive of South Kilburn NDC was present at the ceremony and met the delighted graduates. One of the graduates, Patrick Odusanya, who gained a Sage Training certification said: “The Sage Training brought into light a most simplified and accurate method of accounting. It was well delivered by a professional consultant with rich experience and a proven track record. The organisation was good, and the environment made learning interesting and easy.”

Spotlight would like to congratulate all those who participated on a course. Well done!

Everything from breakfast rolls to lunchtime snacks all at reasonable prices. The shop also sells hot drinks and fruit juices. So come on down and munch!

If you need Careers Advice to help you get into education, training, job or work placements, please call Joseph Awosika on 0207 372 3613, email info@communitycareers.org.uk or visit us at Community Careers Centre, The Tenants Hall, William Dunbar House, Albert Road, London, NW6 5DE.

Call Leon to order on 07859 072219.

Granville New Homes Project - Preparation for Phase 1 Q. What’s going on in the green space in Pilgrims corner and opposite Canterbury Road?

A. Work men on the green area opposite Canterbury Rd have started to investigate the ground to see if it is suitable for the foundations for the building of The Granville New Homes.

Q. What does this mean?

A. It means preparation for the building work has begun! Here at South Kilburn NDC we want to keep you informed of the progress we are making.

The project is set to start in the New Year. So, look out for updates in future editions of Spotlight in 2006.

For more information contact Ines Carvalho at South Kilburn Housing Team on 020 7624 8425.

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DO YOU have an issue that you want addressed by South Kilburn NDC? Then why not book a spot to tell us about it at the next Residents’ Reps meeting?

Meetings are held once a month in the evening between 6pm and 8pm To book a space or for more information contact Patricia on 020 7372 6061 or email issues@skndc.net

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Security Wardens Profile Moses Bukari, Mursal Yusuf, Gauntlett Pinnock You might recognise Moses, Mursal and Gaunlett. They are all part of a dedicated team of Brent Housing Partnership security wardens who work out of William Saville House.

These guys have made a significant contribution to the lives of all residents, making the area safe and secure. Moses describes his role as being extremely interesting “Sussing out people’s attitudes and behaviours makes it a challenging role”.

While Mursal really enjoys working as part of a team to improve the lives of all residents, especially those who are disabled or have Moses, Mursal and Gaunlett. mental health problems. “It’s vital to have good customer service skills, diplomacy and a friendly attitude”, he says. Gaunlett has a good bond with the older residents and can often be found helping the elderly to their door but adds that one of the best parts of the job is “seeing youths co-operating”.

The wardens always work in patrols of 2 and carry ID at all times.

If you are experiencing anti-social problems in your area you can call the helpline on 020 8451 5050.

The team guarantee a 45 minute response time to all calls.

‘Space 2 Talk’ Counselling Service “Space 2 Talk” is the new young people’s counselling service run by Kilburn Youth Centre (KYC) and is partly funded by South Kilbun NDC. The Service is now open and accepting referrals.

To make a referral, or for more information about the service please contact James Banyard on 020 7625 2229 or email space2talk@kilburnyouthcentre.org.uk

The service has been started for young people under the age of twenty five from South Kilburn who are looking for free and confidential counselling from experienced and understanding therapists.

Volunteering opportunities are also available with ‘Space To Talk’ service.

Short term counselling (6 sessions) is available from the Health Matters Shop in Peel Precinct and also the KYC Advice Centre in Kingsgate Road for anyone who wishes to see a counsellor outside of the area.

James Banyard, ‘Space 2 Talk’ Counselling Co-ordinator said, “This is a great opportunity for the young people in the area to access some emotional support to help them through the tough times. We have counsellors from all over the world represented and so you are sure to find someone you can get along with.”

He also added: “Coming for counselling doesn’t mean you are “mad” or that you are a weak person. Getting some support for your emotional difficulties is a sign of maturity.”

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QPR Football Project News The QPR Football Project is now 6 months old. Since April the project has involved over 400 residents as coaches and players.

The project has helped a group of residents to establish South Kilburn Football Club. The team are playing in Middlesex County Football League and have started very well this season.

Over 30 residents have taken football qualifications since the start of the project. Many of these have become involved in coaching the schools and evening sessions both as paid QPR coaches and as volunteers.

The fantastic response from everyone in South Kilburn has meant that the project is expanding the sessions available. With just over six weeks until Christmas why not come down to one of our sessions and try it out, no matter if you’re an expert or a beginner the coaches will give you helpful advice and it will be loads of fun!

The project has increased the number of girls only sessions

available. So if you’re a girl aged under 11 why not come along to Albert Road Day Centre on Mondays from 5pm-6pm. If you’re over 11 Wednesdays at Moberly Sports Centre from 5.30pm-7.30pm is the time for you.

The project will also be running a Junior Football Organisers Course in November for ages 14 to 18. This course is for teenagers interested in football and the possibility of becoming a coach.

For further information or if you are interested in anything the football project is offering please contact: Nick Perchard on 020 7625 2531.

Dreams of MUSICAL SUCCESS! Two young aspiring rap musicians from Brent City Learning Centre (CLC) in Queens Park have captured the harsh realities of urban life on a CD that they hope will launch their musical careers in the future. The demo CD is the culmination of seven months’ hard work by 21-year-old ‘Justice’ and ‘Young Ricks’, 18, and their friends who regularly meet at The CLC City Learning Centre to create rap music under the name ‘Faculty’.

The CLC has the state of the art music technology equipment; including a sound music studio with music computers, the latest software, instruments and disc-jockey equipment. The project has received funding from South Kilburn New Deal for Communities for 18 hours each week.

Attending the CLC has given both the young boys the determination to make something of their lives: “The CLC gives us the space and the peace in which to make music“, said Justice. “We want to be rich and famous, but one day we hope to own our own businesses”, he added.

Laurian Adams, CLC Centre Manager said: “We are all very proud of them and think what they have achieved by making this CD is wonderful. I think they are very good and deserve to be successful.”

For further information about ‘Faculty’, please contact Laurian Adams at Queens Park - Brent City Learning Centre on 020 8459 8004 or email: laurian@the-clc.org

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A Helping Hand We’re looking at ways to assist our older and disabled residents.

One of our ideas is to have a mobile handyperson carrying out minor repair work in your home, like fixing a shelf, rewiring a plug, or changing a light bulb.

If this is something that could be of benefit to you or someone you know, please contact Marlene McEachrane, Widening Participation Theme Manager on 020 7372 6061.

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Super food - Garlic Garlic contains loads of immune boosting properties: Vitamin B6, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, iron, zinc. It also prevents the build up of catarrh. It lowers blood pressure and cholesterol and is a powerful detoxifier. So great is its powers that it was worshipped by the ancient Egyptians; they fed it to slaves building the pyramids to increase their stamina. In ancient Greece it was chewed by Olympian athletes.

It is also good for killing bacteria, keeping your heart healthy, warding off coughs and colds. Eat it with parsley to prevent garlic breath. Modern research has confirmed what our ancestors believed; it is one of the most effective antibacterial/antiseptic agents; it stimulates white blood cell production and wipes out a wide range of bacteria, fungi and parasites (possibly even vampires!) During World War II, when penicillin was scarce, garlic was used as an antiseptic to disinfect open wounds and prevent gangrene.

4 steps to a simple salad: • Slice 1kg / 2lb of ripe tomatoes and place on a large plate.

• Sprinkle about 4 tablespoons (tbsp) of chopped marjoram over the top.

• Mix together 6 tbsp of oil, 2 tbsp of vinegar and 2 chopped cloves of garlic and pour over the tomatoes.

• Season with salt and pepper.

Warning: High doses of garlic can exaggerate the effects of anticoagulant and blood pressure lowering drugs.

‘I LOVE S.K’- South Kilburn Profile Simone Bent is sixteen years old and lives in Hereford House, in South Kilburn. She designed and modelled in the fashion show by Concrete Canvas Arts funded by the NDC in the South Kilburn Youth Festival 2005.

causing chaos because they have nothing better to do.

How long have you lived here?

I have lived here for four and a half years now.

What do you like most about living in South Kilburn?

There are a lot of activities that young people can do.

What is your earliest South Kilburn memory?

My earliest memory is of moving here and meeting new faces. It was quite different from where I used to live.

What are your future aspirations?

I have high ambitions for my life, and I go to Blue Sky Arts and Media drama classes.

I’m loud and I have a great personality with lots to give.

What does New Deal for Communities mean to you?

South Kilburn New Deal for Communities is making South Kilburn a better place for each individual old and young.

What would you like to see change in South Kilburn?

I would like to see less gun crime and youth

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What do you dislike the most about living in South Kilburn?

I dislike vandalism in the area.

What are your most over-used phrases or words?

“I’ve got me myself and I”.

Where’s the best place to eat in South Kilburn?

Mayflower on Malvern Road.

What is your message to the people of South Kilburn?

Let’s all come together to make South Kilburn a better community for all who live here and for the next generation.

What are you doing to help your community?

I am trying to keep South Kilburn a clean community and trying to be pleasant to others who live around me.

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KIDS KREW KIDS KREW MEMBER PROFILE

WELCOME back to Kids Krew – the feature designed especially for South Kilburn’s youngest residents.

This month we are pleased to introduce another member to you. Members have special access to the competitions and offers on this page. This is also where members can publish their drawings, poems stories or whatever else they want to share.

November Kids Krew Competition This month marks the start of which Hindu Festival? Fill in the letters to the word below:

D_ _ _ L_

Send your entries to the FREEPOST address below.

To become a member write to Kids Krew, Spotlight, South Kilburn New Deal for Communities FREEPOST NAT 11268 London NW6 5BR (no stamp is required) and we’ll send you a membership form.

We have also been asked by a number of residents to form a Krew for older residents.

If you have any ideas or interests you would like us to include in Spotlight, regardless of your age, please get in touch with Edel Meremikwu on 020 7328 1199 or email e.meremikwu@skndc.net

The first person to send the answer in will receive a £10 voucher to spend in the high street!

MY NAME: Aisha Bhayani AGE: 10 years old KIDS KREW MEMBERSHIP NUMBER: AIS019SKNDC HOBBIES: Reading and Colouring FAVOURITE PERSON: My Mum HAPPIEST DAY: My first trip to Africa to see my grandparents for the first time.

WHAT I LIKE BEST ABOUT SOUTH KILBURN: I have got a good school in South Kilburn.

Congratulations Aisha on becoming a kids Krew member and winning last month’s competition!

Kids Krew would also like to wish a very happy birthday to Kids Krew member Courtney who will be eleven years old in November!

On With The Motley Before the curtain falls Make sure the stage is set, The actors know their lines, and prompters don’t forget To fill the gaps, maintain the flow . . .

Refill the cup of life to overflowing, The play’s the thing, one must keep going, To heights unknown as well as depths Cover the stage both length and breadth, Make the audience gasp , hold them in thrall, Pathos , laughter you know it allHow to beg the moment , turn the tide with a certain action and that famous stride . . .

You’re getting a feedback nothing beats the thrill, You’re no longer acting this is really you, Oh, how the words flow, gestures hold them enraptured at you so bold.

When you reach the conclusion don’t hesitate.

Keep faith with your script as it has been written.

You disagree with this ending, Well there’s the rub, You’re not the producer Though you may be the star of the evenings performance.

Be content that you are.

Fancy a ‘cuppa?

DROP in for a chat and a cup of tea or coffee every Tuesday from 10am to 11am at the Salvation Army in Chichester Road, South Kilburn.

For more information contact Julie Pell on 020 7328 1312.

Written by Pamela Charman, Resident Board Member.

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Contact us Main office: Project Team: Corporate Services/HR & Communications: Finance Team: South Kilburn New Deal for Communities

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Spotlight Issue 44 November 2005. Produced by South Kilburn New Deal for Communities in partnership with DISK, Unit 2 Masefield House, Stafford Road NW6 5YU. South Kilburn New Deal for Communities (NDC) reserve the right to use any photographs that have been taken at NDC events, meetings and projects for NDC marketing and publicity purposes.