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The Novocastrian Issue

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Contents I bet you’re just dying to find out what stuff we have got for you this month! Well let me tell you... The Novocastrian Issue from SENSE, is a crazy

culminative guide to all things Newcastle. This issue will satisfy all your crafty, food, culture, and self love cravings, just the way Newcastle tends to do.

Page by Page A Day in Newcastle pg. 5-9 Newcastle City Farmers Markets pg. 10-13 Health and Wellness: Homemade face masks pg. 15-19 Greenroof Silent Cinema pg. 20-23 Festival Guide: ‘This That’ pg. 25-28

Challenge your perception of the Novocastrian, with The Faces of Newcastle article on pg. 29-34

Newcastle Coffee Guide pg. 35-38 Mindfulness Drawing Meditation pg. 39

Now go explore ‘The Novocastrian Issue’ And maybe even explore Newy...

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A Day In Newcastle 5

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FOOD

The best breakfast, lunch and dinner in town

Wakey wakey! Eggs and bakey!! Breakfast- the most important meal of the day and one of the best tasting in my opinion. What better way to start your day other than some bacon and eggs or pancakes with everything delicious on top? Maybe you’re even a slightly better person than me and love something much healthier. Well either way, not matter what you’re in the mood to devour I’ve got the hottest pancakes for you.

Lunch! The meal of many options No matter how hungry you are you will want to make room for the food Newcastle has in store for lunch. No matter where you are in Newcastle there is a plate of mouth watering food calling your name. Run to it.. • Barcito

• Bluedoor

• Bluedoor cafe

• Frankies

• Momo’s Wholefood

• Groundfloor

• One Penny Black

• Rascals

• Bolton St Pantry

• Goldbergs

• 3 monkeys

• 3 Monkeys

• Goldbergs

• One Penny Black

• 3 Bears

• Newy Burger co. • Table 1 Espresso • Parry St Garage

• Bolton St Pantry • Coco Monde

Din Dins! The last thing you’ll taste for the day, better make it count! Who doesn’t love dinner? You can have big dinners, crowded dinners, dinners you never thought you’d have! And who doesn’t love a good ol’ chat over some of the best food around? So here are some of the places I like to go to for my great dinners. • The Edwards

• The Grain Store • Zinc on Darby • Rascals • Barcito

• The Exchange

• The Greenroof

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THINGS TO DO

Newcastle has loads to do! There are so many places to go and people to see. There is such a rich history to Newcastle, created from out past and our present. There’s a massive range of things you can do that’ll cost you nothing and some that might cost you a little. Free Stuff!!

• Have a swim at one of the beaches

• Read a book in Civic

Stuff That Isn’t so

Easy on Your Wallet: • Eat some food

• Drink some drink

• Watch a movie in the old Tower Cinema

• Catch a show at Civic Theatre

• Try the amazing DoughHeads

• Climb the Christ

Church Tower and see some amazing views of Newcastle

Park, or maybe do some yoga

• Go to the bookshop of Darby St and

check out the free zine they have -”Dear You”

• Do the anzac walk • Go to the boggie hole

• Explore and find

all the street art around town

• Go to the Newcastle Museum

• walk along the

foreshore around Honeysuckle

• Check out the view from the top of

Queens Wharf Tower

• If you’re here on

the right day, walk around some of the markets

• Explore King Edward

Park and the amazing scenery around there

• Take a swim in the ocean baths

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The best way to reminisce a great day Try taking a walk along one of the beaches. I would definitely recommend strolling up the break-water at Nobbyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s such a great view!

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Newcastle Farmers Market

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BUYINGBUYING LOCAL, LOCAL,

THE NOVOCASTRIAN WAY THE NOVOCASTRIAN WAY An in-depth guide for the best way to navigate the ‘Newcastle Farmers Market’, using local produce and what its all about...

Their Purpose

The Newcastle City Farmers Market was created so “you can buy groceries direct from the farmer - from the person who grew, nurtured and made the product”. The Market itself is an independently run company of over 20 years, which overtime has grown small business’ along the way. They create an experience that cannot be replicated, as it is forever evolving and changing with nature, and the goods people produce.

Benefits of Buying Local

• Supporting a local economy • Less ‘food miles’ (this is how far produce has traveled from farm to plate indicating environmental impact). • Fresh and product due to less time between the farmer and consumer. • Better relationships, local business cares about you • Uniqueness, variety and difference help to create new ideas and strengthen business.

The Producers

The people that make this market happen rely solely on selling direct to customers and therefore want to provide the best product they can. They do this by selling produce only when it is in season, picking when it is ripe. For some Farmers this means they can only trade their crop for a specific time of the year. Currently it is getting towards the end of Avocado Season so stalls like ‘Sandy Hill Avocados’ will be finishing up trading their crop.

Fueling Cafe’s

‘Newcastle City Farmers Market’ is the go to place for Newcastle cafes to get good quality produce, fresh, and local. This relationship of farm to plate allows customers to know that they are supporting local business, as well as ensuring they are provided with a quality product. A local business that does this is Estabar, Bec the woman that runs the cafe goes to the market every Sunday to get fresh produce for her business.

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Now that you’ve been to the market, heres a great way to utilize your fresh produce...

Shopping List: • • • • • • • • • •

One bunch of coriander One bunch of basil One bunch of parsley 2 tsp of sea salt 1tsp of pepper 1/4 cup of olive oil Juice of 1 lemon 1 cup of almonds Bunch of baby spinach Tin city loaf of bread from uprising bakery

Method:

In a food processor blend almonds salt and pepper together, until a fine crumb has formed. Set aside.

Blend basil, parsley, half the baby spinach and olive oil together until smooth.

Add blended almonds and mix together until combined.

Serve this pesto on a slice of freshly baked uprising tin city loaf, with a sprinkle of sea salt, oil and spinach leaves.

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In Season? Not sure what you should get at the market? Start with in Season produce, this means you are getting the freshest and most affordable product.

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DIY : 5 STEP FACIAL 15

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Facials are an important part to

maintaining a healthy complexion. A staggering amount of pollution, dirt, grime, and dead skin accumulates on the face. This build up is an unavoidable fact of life. We can do the best we can to keep the skin clean, but it is not always enough. Our skin is like nature: it changes with the seasons and has different needs based on the temperature, humidity level and hours of sunlight. In the winter, a super hydrating facial will restore lost moisture, while a summer facial will work to calm sun-damaged skin. Getting a facial in the spring will invigorate and nourish dull postwinter skin, and an autumn facial will prep your complexion for the cold months ahead.

‘Our skin is like nature: it changes with the seasons...’

Some may typically get a professional facial every other month. While professional facials will cost you a pretty penny, there are plenty of spa-worthy products on the market that are perfect for giving yourself an inexpensive athome facial.

Instructions

Clean. Remove all makeup and then wash your face, neck and ears with a good facial cleanser.

Exfoliate. Using your fingers gently rub an exfoliating facial scrub in small circular motions all over your face. Make sure you focus on areas around your nose and forehead. If certain areas of your face are oilier than others, give that section an extra scrub. Go the extra mile and do a lip scrub too!

Steam. There are a few ways to steam your face (over the stove, using a steamer), but the safest way is to do the washcloth trick. Fill your sink with warm water and soak a washcloth in it. Ring out the towel and then press it to your face. Repeat this 2 to 3 times.

Mask. If you have oily skin, use a clay mask. For dry skin, I suggest using a hydrating cream or gel mask. Depending on the mask, leave it on for the suggested amount of time and then rinse completely. (DIY Alert: Making your own mask is very easy. An orange and yogurt mask is especially simple. Mix 1 tablespoon of plain Greek yogurt with the juice of about one fourth of an orange. Spread the mixture evenly over your face and rinse after 5 to 10 minutes.)

Hydrate. Last by not least, moisturize! Smooth a nice, thick moisturizer over your face and neck.

Here’s how you can give yourself a lovely at-home facial in just 5 easy steps:

What you will need… - gentle facial cleanser - exfoliating scrub - washcloth - face mask - face moisturizer

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HEALTH & WELLNESS IN NEWCASTLE Newcastle has its fair share of places to indulge your appetite for health and wellbeing. Our health and wellness article will certainly offer you more options than you can poke a stick at...

If you’ve got some time take a seat on the deck amongst the always green grass, coffee in hand, that’s brought to you by boutique Sydney roaster Little Italy, acai bowl in the other and soak up the impressive art wall that’s courtesy of what was one of our most loved Newcastle festivals, Hit the Bricks. Whether you’re on your way to work, walking back from the beach or heading out for some retail therapy head up the driveway and check out WIA.

WIA Store

Balance Gym

Just making a few shirts with their mates is what brothers Jacob and Nathan Pepper started out doing. Testing out their designs online first, it was then off to the markets before deciding it was worth taking a risk and opening their own store. Wanting to bring something a little different to Newcastle Jacob and Nathan opened the WIA Store back in March 2015, and have not looked back, nailing it in every way. Described by Nathan as a men’s street wear and lifestyle store, the brothers continue to work with local artists, like Mitch Revs, to stock a unique range of clothing that at times has a quirky Newy flavour to it. In store you’ll find a crisp retail space with the collection dispersed amongst massive graffiti artworks that take-over much of the walls.

This stunning heritage-listed building has been completely refitted to become Newcastle’s leading wellness and fitness gym. You’ll find dedicated studios for Hot Yoga and Zero Gravity Yoga, and also specialist zones for cardio, cycling, women only, functional training and more. Dozens of group fitness classes are available, and this three-storey facility also features a crèche and a café.

The clothing now also comes with coffee and acai bowls, as Nathan explained he wanted to mix things up and add something a little different into the space. Taking the lead from a good mate who introduced him to a more healthy way of life, together with a visit to South America, Nathan was won over by the power of the Acai berry and all its antioxidant good stuff.

Balance also offers certain programs for members. Personal training is the best way to get started, stay motivated and gain results more quickly. Balance Health Clubs work with a team of freelance trainers who are friendly, knowledgeable, and caring. They will direct, assist, assess and ensure all members are getting the most out of their workouts while having fun. Balance has a personal training option for all needs.

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Anzac Memorial Walk In 1915 during World War I, Allied forces landed at ANZAC Cove, Gallipoli. It was in this same year that BHP Billiton first established their steel-making facilities at Newcastle. The Memorial Walk project has been built as a permanent memorial to these important events; a cliff top walk for Newcastle adjacent to the 1921 dedication of Memorial Drive in remembrance of World War I. The Memorial Walk runs parallel to Memorial Drive, complementing the existing Bathers Way walk sections from Nobbys to King Edward Park, Bar Beach to Merewether, and beyond. For years now the cliff top walk has been closed to the public with the tracks being eroded by the coastal weather. The Memorial Walk not only provides safe access to one of the most scenic sections of Newcastle’s coastal walk but 360 degree views that stretch over the Pacific Ocean and beyond to the Hunter Valley. The beauty of The Memorial Walk is that anyone can get involved with the structure providing safe access to all to soak up the spectacular views.

Natural Tucker Newcastle’s iconic vego, vegan & organic supermarket and café Allan is the store’s third owner, running it now for the past two years, “I’ve had businesses in

different industries, but other than having a passion for healthy food I just like a challenge”.Natural Tucker is predominately an organic supermarket that provides wholesome and organic food in its café. As the first organic and alternative food store in Newcastle, many others have followed suit, especially in recent years, to which Allan responds, “Imitation is the greatest form of flattery”. The store’s range of products is extensive, from their own peanut butter to laundry liquid, tahini, vitamins, oils, flours, teas, herbs, spices, and so much more. You can buy in bulk by bringing in your own container or use ones they provide. They also use local Newcastle suppliers where possible, “anyone who is a local supplier I will always go with them first, give them the opportunity which I believe is really important for a local business, the community ties and that relationship”. Their organic coffee is Impulse Coffee which is locally roasted at Sandgate, and their fresh juices are now created using a cold pressed juicer, where the cold-pressed juice itself is much more beneficial to your health than a juicer with a blade. Popular items on their menu include the Lebanese and Malaysian wraps for lunch, and better yet all of their menu comes with vegan and gluten free options. Natural Tucker’s latest venture will see them embarking in the digital world with an online shop set to begin soon.

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THE GREENROOF PRESENTS SILENT CINEMA A warm spring evening, The Greenroof beer garden, kicking back with your buddies, ordering cocktails and food directly to your seat via text message, snuggled up with a blanket, put on your head phones and enjoy the big screen... Oh imagine that

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WHAT TO SEE... I LOVE YOU, MAN Thursday 5th October 2017 7:30pm DRIVE Thursday 12th October 2017 7:30pm 10 THINGS I HATE ABOUT YOU Thursday 19th October 2017 7:30pm Freaky Friday Thursday 26th October 2017 7:30pm Clueless Thursday 2nd November 2017 7:45pm Mean Girls Thursday 9th November 2017 7:45pm 20

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Where to sit?

WELL WE SAY IT ALL DEPENDS ON WHO YOU ARE TAKING... 1. NIGHT OUT WITH YOUR BUDDY

Grab two general admission tickets for you and your BFF. (7 Available)

2. ON A DATE

Lovers lounge, Two tickets to a bean bag big enough to snuggle with your nearest and dearest, plus a “waffles for two” share plate and four drinks of your choice. (2 Available)

3. WITH YOUR WOLF PACK

Four tickets too your own exclusive booth. Plus two servings of “waffles for two” and four drinks of your choice.

4. THIRD WHEEL

Grab your three best mates and claim the three best seats in the house. (Only 1 Available)

5. FOR THE FOODIES

The food was lovely. Great variety lots of choices with the meatballs and things to add to them. We both had the waffles for dessert and they were amazing. Will definitely return. Highly recommended. - Korbin5 (TripAdvisor)

Four tickets to the fixed table perfect for enjoying a delicious meal during the film.

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2XGA LOVERS

WOLF PACK

THIRD WHEEL

2XGA LOVERS

2XGA

2XGA FOODIES

WOLF PACK

Log On To Book Seats:

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What to Eat:

Greenroof Cheese and Bacon Burger

Seafood spaghetti

$16

$23

w/ hand-cut bacon, seasoned beef patty, cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onion jam, aioli and thick cut chips

w/ mussels, salmon, crab, fresh tomato, white wine and a light hint of chilli

Grass Fed Scotch fillet steak

w/ hand-cut chips, glazed heirloom carrots, cavolo nero and your choice of peppercorn sauce, chimichurri or garlic butter

$27

What to Drink:

Pina Colada

Espresso Martini

Classic Negroni

$12

Pernod Ricard Malibu Rum, coconut cream,coconut milk, pineapple juice and fresh pineapple wedges

White creme de cacao, Absolute vodka,Kahlua, cold pressed espresso and coffee beans

Beefeater Gin, campari, sweet vermouth, Orange zest and fresh orange slices

Plus many, many more... See the full menu here:

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Be WILD Honey.

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THIS THAT

Where: Wickham Park, Newcastle When: 4th November, doors open 1:30pm Summer’s music festival season is rolling in. What better way to kick it off, then to start locally at Wickham Park for THIS THAT on November 4.Theres no better time to enjoy a few bevvie’s with your best mates and rock out to some of your favourite artists.

ed to regional specialties: miso ramen and okonomiyaki! Feel like eating food in a market-like setting in a festival? Like Japan’s infamous Fukuoka, you will be whisked away into Japanese styled enclave dotted with backstreet, laneway styled food stalls.

This year, there is more to add to the amazing festival experience. Get your fill of Japanese comfort food; from areas like Hokkaido and Hiroshima, this year’s festival food will have alleys dedicat-

It’s going to be an epic day, which you won’t want to miss out on. Get your hands on some tickets, put your dancing shoes on, and read on for your THIS THAT essentials.

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LINE UP ALISON WONDERLAND CARMADA COLOUR CASTLE CROOKED COLOURS ELK ROAD GODLANDS GOLDEN VESSEL HUCCI KINDER KUREN LUUDE MOTEZ MUTO PACES POOLCLVB TASH SULTANA THE PREATURES THE PRESETS THUNDAMENTALS TIGERILLA WINSTON SURFSHIRT ZEDS DEAD

“THIS THAT, where music meets life. It celebrates styles, the city and its people” 25

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Your THIS THAT essentials

1. Accessories

2. Hair Style

Accessories will make your out-

Styling your hair back in a pony

fit. There is no such thing as

tail, braids or buns will keep your

too much.

hair out of the way (and you look-

The MUST HAVES however, are

ing fresh all day!).

some quirky sunglasses and a hat to protect you from harsh rays.

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3. Outfit There is no better time to express your individuality!... Sparkles, flares, tassels - Go for it! Struggling to find something groovy to wear? Check out some of these online stores: + princesspolly.com + showpo.com + asos.com + theiconic.com + beginningboutique.com + vergegirl.com + muraboutique.com

4. Footwear Be one step ahead this festival season and wear suitable footwear. Check the weather forecast - if rain is predicted, gum boots could be a good investment! In other cases, some leather boots will look chic and

5. Makeup

enhance your outfit, whilst also protecting your feet in that mosh pit!

While glitter, sequins, eye-shadow and lip-stick are highly encouraged, it is important to also consider what can last all day! Hot tip: Use primer, setting spray, or a light mist of hair spray when your look is complete!

6. Essentials Packed safely in your bag BEFORE you leave for THIS THAT: + ID - THIS THAT is an 18+ event, ID will be checked. + Cash/Card + Ticket + Phone/portable charger + Sunblock

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Faces of Newcastle

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Wizened Surfer Guy

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5 Coffees Before 9am

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Lad

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Only Buys Organic

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Stereotypes In reality we are not defined by singular and specific stereotypes. People are too uniquely faceted to exist like that, Novocastrian’s as a group of people are even more so. We are KNOWN for our individuality. Perhaps we see snippets of people and this is how stereotypes are created, it gets blown out of proportion and becomes an icon. Everyone has a quirk of personality/ being that makes them who you are, e.g. I’d totally be a foodie fanatic, who can’t have breakfast unless its interesting in some way. Keep you’re plain porridge away from me!

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NEWCASTLE COFFEE GUIDE.

The hottest coffee spots in Newcastle - for everyone

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COOL BEANS

My personal favourite thing about this place though, is they have these little plastic plugs that slot into the hole of the lid you drink out of, so that by the time you get to work your coffee hasn’t just gone cold and gross.

It’s 8 am, you’re rushed out

the door in a frenzy of spray on deodorant and dry shampoo because there just wasn’t time for a shower. Again. With your sanity barely in tact you now have to brave the glamorous morning Novocastrian traffic, and let’s face it, it tests the best of us. Sound like you? You need a pick (wake) me up, and who doesn’t love a good coffee (or tea) in the morning? Here i have compiled the best Cafes in Newcastle, to cater for everybody.

IF YOU WANT A VIEW

IF YOU’RE IN A HURRY

If you find yourself unable to squeeze your morning coffee into your daily routine, you need to try out Expresso Coffee on crossroads Glendale. A drive through coffee expressway, they’re extremely efficient and cater for the busiest of customers. And the best part is, they sell breakfast muffins, toast and banana bread for those who don’t have time to cook breakfast either. The coffee and food is good too, and reasonably priced. *Disclaimer: i do not condone eating whilst driving.

If you consider yourself an upper class citizen with a bit of free time who doesn’t mind spending a little extra for a view, Estabar Cafe is for you. located on Newcastle’s iconic beach front, with coffee to die for and service that’s a blast, it’s worth every dollar you spend there.

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IF YOU WANT LOCALLY GROWN

Locally grown produce is an incredibly important thing to support in your local community, and Blue Door cafe on Hunter street understands and takes pride in that. Blue Door offers ‘Health conscious meals made from thoughtfully source ingredients’ so if you’re looking for a health conscious, organic, locally sourced cafe, this place is for you. Which also, of course, includes their remarkable coffee. With many positive reviews online, including one that said ‘the chicken and cheese panini is so good id punch a toddler for it’ this is seriously a place to check out.

DEPRESSO:// (NOUN) “THE FEELING YOU GET WHEN YOU’VE RUN OUT OF COFFEE” IF YOU WANT TO EMBRACE YOUR NERDY SIDE Okay, I’m gunna be honest. I absolutely HAD to make a spot for this one on here, because honestly i love it so much it’s one of my favourite cafes in Newcastle. The Empire Coffee Co. located in Honeysuckle is an adorable, Star Wars themed cafe that serves a whole range of food and meals and (of course) coffee of a high quality for reasonable prices. The atmosphere is always warm and welcoming, the staff are friendly and the Star Wars related paraphernalia is just too cool to resist. I must clarify, i hate Star Wars, but this cafe is just the best.

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IF COFFEE ISN’T YOUR CUP OF TEA... Understandably, not everyone is a coffee person. If tea is more your... well, cup of tea, there are plenty of places in Newcastle that cater for this as well. Whether it be herbal, organic or just generic tea, there is a place that caters for every unique taste.

THE TEA PROJECT PTY Located on Newcastle’s iconic King street, The Tea Project is a cozy cafe that offers tea to customers as well as brunch food such as scones and dumplings. With a comforting atmosphere that makes for a great places to meet up with friends, this is definitely the place to go if you’re a laid back tea drinker who loves a good place to relax and chat.

T2 TEA If you’re not one for going out, and you prefer organic or more adventurous flavours, T2 is for you. T2 sells tea in boxes, as in it’s not an actual cafe, complete with a whole range of organic and wacky out there flavours that are for the more wild at heart tea drinkers. T2 tea is located in Charlestown Square.

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Mindfulness â&#x20AC;&#x153;The present moment is filled with joy and happiness. If you are attentive, you will see it.â&#x20AC;? -Thich Nhat Hanh Mindfulness is all about being present in the moment, this can be achieved through meditative processes, such as yoga, singing bowl classes, and mala beads. But sometimes it can be still be hard to let go of distracting thoughts. Use this page to do some mindful coloring in on the Novocastrian themed stencil below, remembering to remain in the moment whilst accepting all sensory feelings.

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