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Green Car For Brighton WHM Checks out the new Nissan Leaf

Lifestyle | Music | Fashion | Travel | Business | Nightlife | Health | Food and Drink | Places to visit

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What’s Happening Magazine The Offices Brighton Media Centre 22 Old Steine Brighton BN1 1EL www.WHMUK.com Publishers Neon Inc The Team Co-Executive Editors Joe Davenport & Rob Swan Magazine Manager Emma Quirk Creative Director Matt Denison Chief Photographer Max Kane

A message from the Editor. . .

Well I’m not sure if we have seen the last of the snow, but I certainly hope that the weather improves for what we now call Spring. The new WHM has started designing its fourth edition and the young media trainees who contribute are proving to be a hit with our readers. The feedback we have received in the last couple of months tells us that the magazine is on the right track. The overwhelming response is that the magazine is “a great read” with a “huge variety of content”. Our online magazine and Facebook visits have trebled since our Jan/Feb edition.

I would also like to thank our media partners for their support toward the training of these unemployed young people. As you will see in this edition we have highlighted another four of the trainees and their skills and you will see their contributions throughout. Please visit the Proactive Training and Skills Services website for an update on the media training program with WHM.

Features Editor H Frankie Staff Contributors Mike Mendoza Jen Menda Sharon Miller Phoebe Oliver Pauline Clarke

As to this edition, we have again tried to cover as many different subjects as possible. We would love to hear any feedback from our readers. It can include what you think of our articles and perhaps what else you would like to see in the future.

I look forward to hearing from you.

All Rights Reserved. The views expressed in this publication by its contributors are not necessarily those of the publisher or editorial staff. The publisher cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions relating to advertising or editorial. No part of this publication may be reproduced without prior consent from the publisher.

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Fashion & Beauty 16 Aries Designs 24 Save or Splurge

Gadgets 14 Nissan Leaf 33 Photography tips - Insects 51 Coffee Machines

Business 10 Mike Hollan Soapbox 34 Chamber of Commerce 35 Fed of Small Businesses

Out and About 12 Local Tasty Treasures 13 The Hut Launch 21 The Grand GB1 Launch

Sport 45 Sussex Sport

Nightlife 46 Mesmerist and Ouch

Travel 41 Escape to Ibiza

What’s On 54 Adur 57 Brighton 58 Shoreham 59 Worthing

Health 37 The Magic of Kale 38 Cold Showers

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G J N O Being neither vegetarian nor vegan myself, I knew that I would have to approach Brighton’s 5th annual Vegfest with an open mind. Having been vegetarian in the past and having grown up with an older sister who worked for Greenpeace I was already fairly receptive to much of the ethos behind this type of festival, and knew that I would not need to worry about having a Jeremy Clarksonesque reaction to being confronted with so many non meateaters. I was already aware that Vegfest promotes vegan and vegetarian values, but realised once I was there that what Vegfest really advocates is not so much a way of eating, but a way of living. Founder and organiser of Vegfest Tim Barford, explained that the motivation behind Vegfest when it first started 10 years ago in Bristol was to bring together various parts of the vegan community.

“We wanted to help people access the best of the vegan lifestyle as well as helping business owners access a wider customer base […] we want people to leave with inspiration and motivation as well as a warm feeling inside.”

With Bristol Vegfest celebrating its 10 year anniversary in May and a new Vegfest springing up in London this October it would seem that Brighton’s Vegfest is part of a much bigger picture. It is also, perhaps unsurprisingly in Brighton, massively popular- with over 7,000 people attending the weekend long festival on the 16th and 17th of March. Spread over three floors in the Hove Centre, this year’s Vegfest was home to around 125 stalls including caterers, bakeries, health and beauty products, clothing, jewellery and nutritional supplements. There was also a huge presence in the form of animal rights and welfare groups such as Animal Aid, the League Against Cruel Sports, the RSPB and Animals Asia Foundation. In keeping with the ethos of educating people about an alternative lifestyle there were various talks, film screenings, cooking demonstrations and classes as well as various live musical and comedy performances.

My first impression of Vegfest was based on aroma.

All food at Vegfest (in fact, everything sold at Vegfest) was 100% plant based, but that did not stop it looking, smelling and tasting fantastic. Gone are the days when vegans and vegetarians were expected to survive on a diet which consisted almost solely of lentils and nut roasts. It seems that you can now find almost anything to satisfy a plant based diet; from the more processed meat and dairy alternatives to the more traditional salads and curries Page 6 | What’s Happening Magazine | www.whmuk.com

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which take advantage of the wide range of fruits, pulses and vegetables available. For those people with a sweet tooth, there was ample provision in the form of almost every baked good imaginable, all 100% vegan.

Vegfest is, as I have mentioned previously, about lifestyle as much as about anything else. Whilst many people I spoke to jokingly cited their reasons for attending as being to do with free food, the majority of attendees seemed to be those who were already converted vegans and vegetarians and were simply looking for more information about what was available to them. For many, Vegfest provides an educative platform to further explore an alternative way of eating and living. The presence of various animal charities also provided learning opportunities; many of the people I spoke to said their favourite part of the Vegfest experience involved educating themselves about different causes that they were previously unaware of.

Of course, much of the Vegfest clientele is made up of the old stalwarts. There is a tangible sense of preaching to the converted; for many people this is not their first Vegfest and they have returned to soak up the atmosphere, appreciate the food and socialise. “We come every year to support the cause.” Explained Baz and Steph from Brighton. “We know quite a few people here so it’s nice bumping into friends, sampling the food and going to the talks.”

Whether you’re a seasoned Vegfest participant or a recently converted vegan or vegetarian it would seem that Vegfest has something to offer you. There is even room, as evidenced by my own attendance, for those who are neither vegan nor veggie but simply curious and open to new things. Vegfest does, of course, have an agenda.

It seeks to promote animal welfare and drive home the arguable benefits of a vegan lifestyle. If you are a staunch meat eater then this is probably not the place for you.

There is no room for manoeuvre when it comes to the message that veganism is a superior lifestyle choice, which of course is their prerogative. If any of this is likely to offend you then I would advise against going. If however you are veggie, vegan or v-curious then head on down to the next one. You might be pleasantly surprised. www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine | Page 7

Flying the Flag for

By H Frankie Staff

St George’s Day On the 23rd April dig out your Red Cross flag as it’s about time we celebrate our great English Heritage and campaign to make St George’s day a national holiday.

So how did it all begin?

Patriotism Today

In 1348 Saint George became the Patron Saint of England and, renowned for his chivalry and honour, came to represent the English ideal. We all know the legend of George and the Dragon but, so bound up in myth, what we actually know of the Roman soldier and Christian martyr is very little. From Palestine to Portugal Saint George stands out as a patron recognised by many differing cultures, faiths and religions across the world.

Thanks to extremist minorities and the controversial BNP party hijacking much of our national symbolism, celebrating an independent England has often been met with reservation. However, following 2012’s London Olympic and Paralympic Games and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, 2013 is riding high on public spirit so let’s reclaim St George’s day this year as a celebration of community and togertherness.

What can I do to celebrate?

• Wear the national flower, a red rose, in your buttonhole for a traditional patriotic gesture.

• Nothing says England like a nice cuppa tea. Hang up the bunting and invite round the neighbours for classic cream tea and scones (debate over order of jam/clotted cream obligatory).

• Dig out the handkerchiefs and dust off the hornpipes for a stick-banging Morris Dance, England’s traditional folk dance.

• Visit your local butcher for a full English fry-up – bulging waistlines all valid signs of support for Saint George and our countries great produce.

• On April 23rd England’s great playwright, William Shakespeare, was both born and died. Be inspired by the Bard and stage your own version of a Mummers Play – medieval public performances often based on the legend of St George.

• Saint George shares patronage with the Scouts so ‘Be Prepared’ and join the parade with many towns such as Lewes, Seahaven and Burgess Hill shutting their streets on Sunday 21st for procession.

• In 2012 the website ‘netmums’ reported that the name George was the sixth most popular choice for boys. Leave this page open following some strategic placement of WHM in maternity wards and help get George to number one.

• Cosy up with a pint (or two) in an old English Pub. With 36 listed breweries in Sussex alone there’s no excuse not to keep it local and raise your glass for Queen and country.

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There’s no sea in Seagull...

By Jakob Belbin

There is no such thing as a seagull, no species of gull

has ever lived or bred at sea. But here in Brighton the word is extremely common place not only because of its iconic inhabitants ‘The Herring Gulls’, but because of the much loved nickname adorned to Brighton and Hove football team. But this concept of the gull as a sea bird is rapidly dying out and you would do better to refer to them as ‘urban gulls’.

There is an urban gull colony in just about every city and town throughout the country and there is evidence that some urban gulls have bred inland and have never strayed from their nesting sites. In 1956 the Clean Air act was introduced which made it illegal to burn rubbish at all landfill sites, which unintentionally resulted in a huge increase in food supply for the scavenging gulls. This new reliable food source meant more gulls eventually found their way on to the makeshift cliffs that our cities provide in search of nesting sites.

The urban gull is not one of nature’s most popular birds.

Often blamed for scattering litter, damaging vehicles and even attacking humans, some residents refer to them as “rats with wings” and more often than not the headlines will read of archaic scenes of bombardment. On the other hand sympathisers say that “the gulls were here first and that we humans have taken or destroyed their natural habitat”.

Gulls are natural scavengers and are a product of our modern throw-away consumer culture. So if it’s because of us that they’re here what can we do to keep the balance healthy for both parties? There are many forms

of control to keep the numbers and wastage down ranging from the primeval bird nets and spikes along roof tops to 21st century laser systems or the forgotten trained hawks.

All of these measures come with their pros and cons.

The nets and spikes are, for shop and property owners, a onetime investment which require little maintenance.

The use of lasers to deter birds from roosting in urban areas come with an equal set of pros and cons. While these lasers are harmless, at present the main barriers to their deployment include the facts that they don’t work in bright daylight; and there are issues around dazzling the public. Lastly there is the more traditional method of using trained hawks to swoop in and scare off nesting birds. Whilst the hawk does its job the nests and eggs are carefully removed, thus keeping numbers in check.

Though this method is costly and cannot provide 24/7 protection, if it was maintained over a few seasons it is hoped that the gulls would learn to regroup in a more appropriate site. At the very least this method would create more local jobs, the gulls would be moved on unscathed and our buildings would retain their natural state without being transformed into an armoury.

The long and short of it is the urban gulls are here to stay, there’s no quick fix and it is our responsibility to handle this issue with care and respect by using the natural resources available to us and working with the problem, not against it.

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Mike Holland W

ell, well, well, it seems at last society is prepared to begin a debate on how best to tackle the drug scourge of our time. As our fair city has held the unenviable title of drug d e a t h capital of the UK for a number of years what better place is there for this debate to be centred than Brighton. Indeed our own Caroline Lucas has taken a keen interest in this apparently controversial topic and quite rightly thrown herself into the fray. It is heartening that some politicians are at last prepared to look at and discuss alternative options to the current so called treatments.

I make my position clear from the outset that I am not advocating the legalisation of any currently illegal drug.

Indeed I would add government prescribed drugs such as Methadone, Subutex, Prozac and many others to the list that ought to be illegal. As a youngster I experimented a bit myself with so called “soft” drugs as did most people who grew up in the 60s and 70s, certainly in Brighton. It always amazes me when it is revealed that some wet politician or another is exposed for having smoked pot at college or wherever and start doing their best to deny it. Why don’t we just get real and admit that most of us have tried it because only then can a true debate begin.

It is invariably a cannabis smoker who will tell you it is alright to smoke cannabis. It is also invariably an ex cannabis smoker that you can rely on to give a true insight into why it is not a good idea to smoke cannabis. Therefore what is the point in asking a group of politicians, the bulk of which have according to them no experience whatsoever in this particular field, to comment at all. Surely we should be consulting with people who know what they are talking about if we are contemplating a change in legislation. I put it on a par with going into your local supermarket and asking for advice on family planning. Whilst I am sure you would obtain some advice on the subject it would hardly be your information centre of choice.

On his Soapbox...

Drugs and Society

Speaking as someone who has had experience of smoking cannabis let me assure you it is not a good idea to advocate legalising the stuff. The notion that smoking cannabis does not lead to experimenting with other more harmful drugs is fanciful nonsense at best. I saw many friends who started on cannabis progress rapidly to other drugs, which in some cases led to the ruination of their lives and in some extreme cases death. Therefore I repeat for the avoidance of doubt

“IT IS NOT ALRIGHT TO LEGALISE CANNABIS”.

Where I do think we need to look at change is in the use of heroin. This is something totally different, people on this vile drug are to be pitied and need society’s help. Heroin addiction means that you are totally dependent on it and that every waking minute is spent working out how you are going to secure the next fix. It is a virtual impossibility except in the most rare of cases for an addict to hold down any meaningful employment and most heroin is sourced from the proceeds of petty crime. Indeed statistics show that more petty crime is committed by this group of individuals than any other group within our society.

The answer by successive governments including the current one is to prescribe Methadone or one of the other substitutes for heroin. This means that once an addict has been prescribed one of these foul but currently legal drugs they can then be listed as “under treatment”. All it does in reality is to help keep the addict in a mild stupor whilst helping to negate the high craving for heroin. It doesn’t actually cure anything and government programme success rates in actually getting an addict off heroin are embarrassingly low. Which really makes you wonder why you would ask a politician who is likely to be woefully reluctant to admit to even having had a puff of cannabis to dictate policy on heroin. Surely we should ask people who would know, or so you would think.

However it seems even at this level it is all down to politics.

It is, it seems, the rare individual who is prepared to throw

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their hat into the ring and actually advocate doing something meaningful to rid society of a scourge which impacts on all of us. Rest assured it does impact on every single person in the land from the drug user to a holier than thou politician.

Most of us will know a family who will have someone dependent upon drugs in their number. We will all have been the victim of some petty crime or know someone who has been, which in all probability was carried out to fuel the need of obtaining heroin. Even the most blinkered of us will accept that our insurance premiums are substantially higher due to petty crime which has surged in the past couple of decades.

So what is the answer? Well we know it’s not one of the government programmes and that’s for sure. I have listened to many arguments and the only one that makes any sense to me is to decriminalise the use of heroin whilst continuing the criminalisation of heroin supply by all but our government.

By that I mean prescribe heroin for addicts whilst working with them to get off this foul drug instead of putting them onto one of the currently legal substitutes upon which they become equally dependant. This immediately has the benefit of society taking control of the situation whilst putting the dealers out of business. Huge savings would be made to our economy as our hard pressed police would notice a marked decrease in petty crime. Possibly even more importantly it would be possible to ensure the drugs being prescribed to addicts are not contaminated, whilst working with addicts to reduce dosage with the goal of weaning them off completely in the long term. For the avoidance of doubt let me assure you that whilst it is possible to wean an addict off heroin without medically detoxing, it is not possible to get an addict off currently government prescribed methadone without a medical detox, which to my mind beggars belief as to why we would willingly prescribe the wretched stuff to anyone in the first place.

I have spent many years studying this problem and have met countless people with differing views on the subject.

However, unless speaking to one of the government agency zombies, the view from many small independents and other agencies around the world is that in order to affect a cure you must tackle the underlying symptoms. In order to do this you must address the reasons why a person became an addict in the first place and help them confront those reasons before you stand any chance of returning them to society as a contributor of value.

Over the years my companies have paid for numerous addicts to go through drug rehabilitation and education programmes. I worked for a while with a great man called Father Alan Sharp who for many years ran the St Patricks night shelter in Cambridge Road, Hove. Father Alan used to vet people to see if they were ready to go through the courageous battle of getting off drugs. My job was to find a way of financing that process. One of our biggest successes ever was Dale Conlan who had been 14 years a heroin addict and one of the biggest challenges that either of us had ever encountered. Dale was such a pain in the rear that Father Alan would not allow him to sleep in the night shelter at one point and he took to sleeping in the graveyard. The day came however when Dale asked for help and it was with some trepidation that I sat opposite Dale in Father Alan’s Church and asked him why he felt he was ready to get off drugs.

His answer I will confess reduced me to tears. “I just want my Mum to look at me like she used to” replied Dale. With commitment like that there was no way I could refuse and to date Dale has been the biggest success and is now one of Britain’s leading drug re-education consultants regularly appearing in national and international publications.

I am immensely proud of him as I know is Father Alan now in well-deserved retirement. I met him a couple of years ago in an unlikely location on the Isle of Wight whilst both holidaying with family. Father Alan looking a little wistful exclaimed that if neither of us achieved anything more in our lives ever again it would all have been worth it for Dale.

I had to agree and realise that what we achieved with Dale is being repeated around the country albeit in a small way.

Imagine what we could achieve if we tackled the problem in a concerted professional manner and asked people who actually know what they are talking about to help us like Dale instead of some of these prattling holier than thou politicians.

Will it ever happen? I believe it will but not before many more families have been torn apart and lost loved ones to this man made curse.

We need to wake up and act now if we are to stop society sliding further into the abyss of despair. We can all make a difference by making our politicians aware that we have heard enough waffle and now demand some positive action in the form of taking advice from To find out more: people who actually know what they are talking about and acting upon it. www.mike-holland.com www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine | Page 11

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The Laine Deli, Brighton

The Laine Deli on Trafalger Street is a perpetual winner amongst the seemingly infinite number of delightful Coffee shops and cafés in Brighton; it is one that I continually return to, and am yet to be disappointed by. Tucked away at the edge of the North Laines, The Laine Deli is friendly and intimate, ideal for people watching from the bar at the window, or- if the weather allows- from the patio outside as you lap up the sun in the summer months. Space is fairly limited, but the layout makes for an intimate and homely visit, enhanced by the friendly staff and relaxed ambience.

The Laine Deli’s biggest attraction, however: the quality of the coffee.

Sourcing their beans from ‘roasted’- a local independent coffee company-, The Laine Deli serves an outstanding coffee, prepared by staff who have received professional barista training. For what you’re getting, the prices are extremely reasonable, and therefore extremely hard to resist! This is a great place to stop for lunch too, offering a range of freshly prepared salads, sandwiches, jacket potatoes, soups, pastries and confectionaries. I’d certainly recommend grabbing your nearest pal and stopping by for a cappuccino and a falafel sandwich next time you’re in town.

Real Pâtisserie, Brighton.

By Eleanor Bell

Real Pâtisserie is a friendly, excellent local business with three shops in Brighton, specialising in the best of French, British and Italian baking. My neighbourhood Real Patisserie is on Western Road in Hove; welcoming, relaxed and filled with the warming smells of freshly made bread and coffee, it’s a true delight.

Café, pâtisserie and bakery all in one, the selection of food here is fantastic and very appetising, all of which is handmade on the premises using fresh, natural ingredients.

The variety of breads is a total joy (the Walnut & Rye is particularly good), as is the range of sweet and savory baked goods - from sandwiches, cakes, salads, macaroons, toasted savoury croissants, quiches and more, there’s something to tingle every taste bud. The coffee is fantastic, too; rich, aromatic and very reasonably priced.

Whether you’re looking for a bijou café in which to enjoy a taste of European baking, or just wish to buy a fresh loaf of ciabatta to take home, I definitely recommend you step inside and explore the treats on offer. With its easy-going, yet high-quality (and quaintly, refreshingly traditional) atmosphere, Real Pâtisserie is a true local treasure.

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THE HUT

AN UNFORGETTABLE LAUNCH

By Alice Amelia

From flame-throwing to the many colorful trays of macaroons, rebranded Brighton hair & skincare salon, The Hut, showed its guests exactly how a launch party should be. Welcomed inside with a glass of champagne after being bedazzled by the fantastic fire tricks of Kris the flame thrower, it was clear that this was to be no ordinary evening.

Anna

After only 30 seconds of entering the door, the feel good vibes were bouncing off the walls with smiles and laughter being shared at every corner. It seems to be a running theme with this tuckedaway high street gem; you really do just feel great by simply being in there, day or night!

Anna (a regular client of the salon) told us, “I’ve been coming here for years. I travel all the way from London because I’ve never actually found a salon that takes amazing care of not only my hair, but me as a person too! I always feel so, so welcome here”.

Amanda

A main feature of the night was the charity raffle. Organised by a member of The Hut’s hair care team, Amanda Holloway, this inspirational lady has been sponsoring a family she met in Cambodia. Swimming Brighton’s coast from pier to pier and back in October 2012, Amanda managed to raise enough money to buy the Father a Tuk Tuk (a Cambodian style taxi), which has enabled him to start a successful family business, as well as pay for the children to go to school. (Why not pop in the salon to find out how you can help!)

Surrounded by a buzzing atmosphere and the tinkling sounds of half-empty champagne glasses, our ears were soon to be graced with the sensational singing voice of Adele. Not Adele, Adele, but Adele Hendry, another team member at The Hut. Regardless of the microphone deciding not to work, this jaw dropping, talented young woman took to the spotlight, managing to silence the room as she effortlessly sung classics from the likes of Etta James and Amy Winehouse. It wasn’t long before guests were joining in with harmonies and dance moves, ending this fantastic night with a West End musicalesque finale.

Gareth

The Team Lulu and Sue - Pretty Things

Yes, The Hut’s launch party was one of a kind, giving well-deserved praise and attention to this gorgeous, first class salon.

Make sure you call in today for a free consultation! 16 Duke Street | Brighton | East Sussex | BN1 1AH Telephone: 01273 328787 | Email: brighton@thehut.com

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righton has long been known for its eco-friendly leanings. With our green MP and our hybrid City Buses (not to mention the Big Lemon which runs on waste cooking oil), the city clearly demonstrates its commitment to ecology and sustainability. The emergence of electric car charging points around the city has solidified that stand point. And now the people of Brighton can add another weapon in their arsenal when it comes to eco consciousness, in the form of the humble Nissan LEAF. Likely to set you back at least £20,000, the new Nissan Leaf is a truly modern car. Since its release in 2011, the LEAF has undergone various tweaks and improvements- based largely on feedback from the first wave of LEAF owners. It now boasts a wide range of subtle but important improvements many of which such as a more heavily weighted steering system- are designed to make the vehicle more European- friendly.

Yet despite its European makeover, the LEAF remains at the forefront of Japanese innovation and technology. The Carwings Navigation system, which is unique to the LEAF, allows users to remotely control features such as heating, ventilation and charging from their computer or smartphone. In addition to this, the use of Google Send-To-Car technology means that it is also possible to plan your route in advance and then send the instructions to the car via tablet or PC. It is perhaps obvious to state that the eco credentials of the LEAF are indisputable; with zero CO2, NOx and particulate emissions as well as an interior bio-fabric made from 100% sugar cane, even the most eco-conscious among us can rest assured that the LEAF has a zero carbon footprint and impressive overall recyclability.

But how does it drive?

Ben Collins, formerly known to many of us as Top Gear’s ‘The Stig’, seemed to develop a genuine affection for the LEAF as he undertook a test drive of it around the Millbrook track, describing it as “effortless to drive […] They have really focussed on the suspension as well as the powering of the vehicle [it’s] very, very silent inside the cabin, very comfortable.” Nissan promises that the new LEAF will not only be more efficient but also more pleasurable to drive. The LEAF has a driving range of between 109 and 124 miles and is also capable of doing 100 miles an hour. Collins said of this assertion that “ If you start really pushing it, leaning on it in the corners and build up that rolling resistance, you can reduce that range to 60 miles.” According to Nissan, 60 miles is the minimum that you might reduce the scope to, and Collins admits that you do consciously start driving more economically in order to ensure optimum range.

The new LEAF promises better handling, reduced charging time, increased comfort and space and a near flawless eco-record. It is clear to many that electric cars are the way of the future and it would seem that the LEAF intends to be in the vanguard of the electric car revolution. Ben Collins, at any rate, has certainly been won over, claiming that after having put the LEAF through its paces on the track he “fell in love with it.” It just remains to be seen then whether, on its European release in mid- 2013, the LEAF will truly generate a whirlwind European romance.

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The plug socket is located under the front badge.

Leaf

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By Vivien Cohen

Quick Specs Motor 80kw (110hp) Torque 210 lbft Transmission Single Speed Battery 24kw-h Li-ion Range 75 - 120ml Price ÂŁ19,850

The Leaf takes around eight hours to fully charge.

The spacious cabin looks just like any petrol car.

No engine means no emissions.

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Boy Prints Aries Designs

Models Kevin Pickett Alice Walker

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Photography Matt Denison

ARIES DESIGNS With big online brands such as ASOS and Boohoo placed alongside the hand-made prints of local Brighton designer and shop owner Paul D, this hidden fashion boutique on Kemptown’s St. James’ Street hosts not only the latest retro and classic trends, but one-of-a-kind pieces unique to Aries Designs With the shop name inspired by Paul D’s passion for astrology, his creative assets don’t cease at clothes and accessories.

“We offer our customers an all-round print/design service, from custom made t-shirts, to business cards, posters, mugs and stickers.

You name it, we print on it.”

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Printed Shirt Design by Paul D

Dress Aries Designs

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Pug Tee Aries Designs bestseller

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Competition!

Win a pampering spa experience and three course lunch in GB1 Restaurant at The Grand, Brighton

In early May the iconic Grand Hotel in Brighton is set

to launch its new luxurious wellbeing spa. The elegant Day Spa will offer an extensive treatment menu using the finest ESPA and Carita Facecare products. The spa will also feature a Thermal Suite with sauna, steam and experience showers, sumptuous relaxation areas, nail bars, not forgetting the delectable Spa Café. Exclusive annual spa membership, pampering spa day and bridal packages and male grooming treatments will also be on offer.

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To Enter: Simply e-mail spa@grandbrighton.co.uk quoting What’s Happening and you will be entered into our free prize draw* Draw closes on 15th May 2013 and winner will be contacted thereafter. *Date restrictions may apply. Full terms and conditions apply.

To find out more about The Spa at The Grand and to request a copy of our spa treatment menu: T: 01273 224313 E: spa@grandbrighton.co.uk W: devere-hotels.co.uk/thegrand

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The Grand Launch of GB1 180 guests attended the exclusive launch of GB1 on Wednesday 6th March, the brand new seafood restaurant at the Grand Hotel and Brighton’s newest place to be seen. They enjoyed a night of champagne, canapés and of course incredible seafood all caught that day from nearby Shoreham. The menu included Piri Piri sea bass, truffled risotto and turbot with a seafood casserole, whilst Matthew vanKan and his seven-piece band provided the entertainment with a traditional jazz set.

GB1 comes as part of the £5 million refurbishment of the Grand Hotel. The refurbishment programme includes an overhaul of all the Grand’s 201 bedrooms, the fifteen conference rooms, the Victoria Bar and of course a brand new restaurant in the form of GB1. A luxurious wellbeing spa is due to open in early May. To book a table in GB1: T: 01273 224300 E: eat@grandbrighton.co.uk

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Brighton Mould Crisis Are you suffering from the Bungaroosh Blues?

The house I grew up in was a solid, brick structure- millions of which can be found all over my home city of London. The brick construction, arguably coupled with the fact that my family’s preferred thermostat temperature is more akin to what might be considered the ideal climate for hothouse plants, meant that I had never had to deal with the scourge of mould- black or otherwise- in my house. That is until I moved to Brighton.

At the slightest drop in outside temperature or increase in condensation, mould in a plethora of colours and textures would spring unbidden from any and every wall that I had been foolish enough to place furniture in front of or even near. I could not understand why the various houses I had lived in whilst in Brighton seemed to be perpetually crawling with wall fungus. It was while lamenting this fact to a friend that I was first informed of bungaroosh.

You may have previously seen garden walls built of what looks to be a mixture of gravel and sand, with chunks of brick placed seemingly haphazardly into the mixture. This is bungaroosh and, for many residents of Brighton, this is what their houses are constructed of. Bungaroosh buildings were constructed almost exclusively in and around Brighton during Georgian and Victorian times, and is essentially a whimsical mix of lime mortar, pieces of flint, broken up chunks of brick, rubble, bits of timber, pebbles from the beach, sand and occasionally horse hair. Essentially, anything that happened to be lying about and easy to access, ‘bunged’ in, in no particular order. Rob Fraser, of the Institute of Historic Building Conservation explains “…bits of timber in the mixture tend to create a rather pleasant breeding ground for rot and exotic fungi… bungaroosh has to be a little damp. Too dry and the now leached mortar crumbles, too wet and it becomes mobile… on this basis you could probably demolish a third of Brighton with a well-aimed hose.”

Whilst properly mixed bungaroosh is arguably durable, the historical use of poor quality materials means that many of us today are living in houses that have crumbling fire walls, damp ceilings and mould which grows anywhere it can. Whilst I am certainly in favour of building conservation- repairing like with like for example- I feel that a little more openness about the state of Regency housing wouldn’t go amiss. Many people have no idea what bungaroosh even is- others don’t find out until they are living in a house that is made of it. My advice to you is to check before buying or renting a property that your potential house or flat is solidly constructed of brick, and next time you find yourself standing, admiring some Regency architecture, don’t stand too close. Just in case someone happens to walk past with a hose.

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By Vivien Cohen

Sea Front Redevelopment - Making Waves!

The multi-million pound Art Deco development set to transform Madeira Drive!

By Vivien Cohen

Madeira drive may soon be treated to what is arguably a much needed facelift, in the form of a multi -million pound spa and family resort. Brighton Bathing Pavilion will be an all year-round, purpose built attraction which aims to “promote the rejuvenation of bathing in Brighton.” The development marks a new venture for The Karma Royal Group- whose international spas and resorts have won various awards and accolades. Designed by Liam Russell Architects, Brighton Bathing Pavilions will use Art Deco as a springboard for its design, with a view to creating a structure which will be immediately evocative of not only fun and fantasy, but also of style and leisure.

The developers hope that the construction of the Bathing Pavilion will rejuvenate not only local economy but also local ecology. The scheme hopes to have a minimal carbon footprint as well as a quick to build, ultra sustainable design, which includes the use of green roofs and biodiversity-hot-spots. In addition to this the project- which works alongside Brighton and Hove’s Seafront Development Team and Brighton and Hove City Council- hopes to generate around 300 new jobs and training opportunities as well as injecting an estimated £10M into the local economy. However, one factor which may lead to murmurs of protest is that the project will necessitate the re-routing of the Volks Railwaythough the designers are keen to point out that this will in fact re-align it to its original route.

It will take approximately 4 months for the project to be given the final green light, but in the meantime the architects have been keen to take on board as much input from the public as possible, with public consultations having taken place on the Seafront and in St. George’s church, Kemp Town in March.

Whether a spa on the seafront sounds to you like a dream or a nightmare, the chances are you could end up with a swimming-pool on your door step this summer. Depending on which camp you are in you might want to prepare yourself, and have either swimming costumes or protest placards at the ready.

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Health & Beauty

by Luci Ward

Growing to Great Lengths

for long, beautiful hair

When you’re struggling to grow out that unwanted hair cut, it can seem like everyone else has long, glossy hair.

How to make your hair grow faster is one of the biggest hair care questions between women. Some swear by supplements while others rave about hair products, but is it really possible to speed up hair growth?

For years I have been trying to grow my hair and have turned to many different remedies to do so. Hair supplements seemed like a good place to start for a quick fix. After Googling for hours and being fed promises of ‘instant hair growth’ and ‘long glossy hair in weeks’, I ordered myself a batch which contained kelp, a common ingredient which is rich in vitamins and claimed to also be a remedy for anti ageing and weight loss.

Months passed, my hair hadn’t grown, nor was it in a better condition.

Research shows that the average hair growth rate is nearly ½ inch per month. A large percentage of our hair growth rate is down to genetics and a balanced diet.

Unaccepting that it’s not in my genes for my hair to grow faster, I turned to hair products. Lee Stafford’s ‘Hair That Won’t Grow Past a Certain Length’ sounded like the perfect product for me. I brought the shampoo, the conditioner and the hair growth treatment. After one use my hair felt fantastic, very soft and my split ends were noticeably disappearing. After sticking with these products for a couple of months I noticed my hair had started to pick up the pace and grow.

Why Did It Grow?

Hair doesn’t grow when it’s dry, has split ends and is exposed to heat from the sun or styling tongs. Your hair reacts to your diet and if you’re getting all the right vitamins naturally then your hair will grow. As Lee Stafford says ‘If the earth is not nourished you’ll never grow beautiful flowers!’ These products fertilise your follicles whilst going deep down into the cortex to condition and strengthen from within, nourishing the scalp to provide the perfect base from which healthy hair can grow. So, if you’re longing for long hair, the best thing to do is to use a conditioner that protects and nourishes your hair, focus on eating healthy and unfortunately be patient. It may take a while longer than you’d like, but it’s far better to wait for healthy long locks than to have starving, straggling rat tails.

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Painting with numbers 13 Women Art Exhibition

By Jakob Belbin

Following the success of the ‘13 Women’ exhibition staged by ‘I Love Art UK’ in Brighton during 2012, the popular event returned this spring with a little more up its sleeve. This time to celebrate the rise of gender equality world-wide, as well as thirteen female artists, it also featured thirteen male artists. The show opened at Brighton Jubilee Library on the 1st of March 2013 with its open evening coinciding with ‘International Women’s Day’ on the 8th of March.

The open evening was awash of different faces all from contrasting backgrounds, demonstrating ‘I Love Arts’ ability to live up to its manifesto and encompass people from all walks of life. As well as the art on show from the 26 artists, the evening was a real hive of entertainment including poetry, dance and music from Brighton based performers. Sarah Gillings, event organiser and ‘I Love Art’ founder, comments: “International Women’s Day is a time to celebrate the numerous achievements of women throughout history. During the last 100 years alone, women have come a long way. Although there are still countries where women lack basic human rights, in many countries they now enjoy freedom of speech, rights to divorce, equal voting rights and equal rights in the workplace. Men have supported women in their campaign and we want to salute them! Therefore, with this year’s ‘13 Women’ – which also includes 13 men - we aim to explore the similarities between men and women, instead of the differences. We aim to be pro-woman and not anti-man!”

As the evening continued more and more people kept pouring in to see what all the hype was about, all engrossed in discussion about the topics and themes on show. Sarah adds: “The theme of ‘Transition’ unites the artists and the development process behind the show as we move from local to international, one gender to two, and from displaying original artworks to centralising print-making opportunities for the featured artists. We aim to make art accessible to everyone.”

The ‘13 Women Show’ attracts visual artists from diverse disciplines including fine painters, photographers, digital artists, book sculptures, street artists and stitch artists, which in turn has attracted a huge pool of public viewers and art lovers. The aim was to celebrate the strength of men and women working together to achieve common goals and this open evening was a sterling example of just that.

All works presented in the 2013 ‘13 Women’ show will be available for sale via the I Love Art Uk website (www.iloveartuk.com) either as originals or affordable prints. With the retailing of high-quality reproductions, the artists will benefit from long-term returns on their bequeathed artwork after the show.

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theB U S I N E S Sof being an

by Tim Wollaston

Photography by Andrew Roach

Artist in

B R IG HTO N

The ups and downs of a young Brighton based artist, finding work, mingling with the local talent and the best course of action to get yourself known.

Being an artist in Brighton, I have always been fascinated with aesthetics, geometry and design and have used them to enhance my creative nature.

To say that graphic illustrative design is a passion of mine would be an understatement. I guess you could say I’m just a unique individual in a town devoid of artists, ready to dominate the art scene. No? Well I didn’t believe it either. The sad truth is that Brighton is saturated with the creative, the eclectic and the pretentiously eccentric. Everyone is or knows an artist in Brighton in some form or manifestation.

Competition and rivalry is abundant, artists flock to Brighton for the culture, diversity and the chance to rub shoulders with likeminded individuals, its beautiful surroundings must give a boost to the creative juices and stimulate inspiration. But all this unfortunately culminates in a flooded market, and the underappreciated multiply and settle into their mediocre jobs.

One local artist and Brighton enthusiast, Sara Abbott (above) knows the hardship of competition in such a competitive city, “it’s hard in the way that so many people pursuing the same thing”. But it’s not all about rivalry in this city, “there’s so much support and infrastructure, a real solid base” she adds.

Despite the challenging nature of Brighton, it provides an environment that nurtures the creative soul, a diverse community to become a part of.

With dedication and self-promotion a way forward can be found. “It’s as important to spend time working on promoting your business as it is to produce work” according to Sara, “perhaps a quarter of each day is spent in correspondence or planning”. Know your art and write about it, be ready to explain it at any time, let people know what you do to remain professional and prepared. A website is a must in order to promote yourself but there’s also offline to consider, get your work out there, “I painted the big Alice Dreams wall mural on Middle Street that many people will know”. Show that you’re better than the next guy because otherwise it will fall to him and you’ll be left bitterly wishing you had put in more effort, knowing you could have done a better job. www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine | Page 27

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Name: Heidi Cotton Age: 19 Location: Shoreham by Sea I’m currently a contributor to Brighton magazine ‘Whats Happening’ where I write articles focusing on the nightlife of Brighton.

I am currently studying on the Proactive course where my skills as a journalist are pushed to create relevant and entertaining articles.

With great direction but lot of independent work, I love being tested to come up with new ideas that might make the cut for the magazine.

My skills include being a leader as I love working independently I also love working within a team as other ideas coming together is inspiring. Writing to keep the reader entertained, having the confidence to interview people to get that exclusive I need and forming relationships with clients as I believe it’s not what you know it’s who you know sometimes because readers and clients are the most important.

ProActive

Name: Tim Wollaston Age: 23 Location: Brighton

I have always had a fascination with aesthetics, geometry and design and have tried to use them to enhance my creative nature. I’ve strived to incorporate all these aspects into my work whilst keeping a close eye on the end product.

To say that graphic illustrative design is a passion of mine would be an incredible understatement. I have been trying to find a balance between crafting my style and achieving technical skill, drawing from observation and fabricating original concepts. In support of conventional tools, Photoshop has been a part of my design process for many years in all aspects of my work and sharpens the focus of my creative process. In contrast to this, my time on the proactive creative media course has taught me how to competently write articles and take relevant photographs whilst still being able to design various projects along the way.

Student

Profiles

Name: Vivien Cohen Age: 24 Location: Brighton I first moved to Brighton from London in 2008 in order to attend Sussex University, assuming that I would return home after completing my degree.

I changed my mind fairly quickly and, since graduating in 2011 with a good degree in English and History, I have been happy to call Brighton my home.

I have spent time doing various jobs out of necessity but am really hoping to find a career in which I can pursue my true passion, writing. I am particularly interested in human rights and animal rights and have spent time in the past volunteering for various charities.

I currently maintain my own online blog as well as generally building up my portfolio of work. I also regularly contribute articles for the online blog of an anti FGM charity.

Skills: Writing (creative and journalistic), editing, proofreading, researching, communication and presentation. www.viviencohen.wordpress.com

Creative students from ProActive.

Their skills, previous experiences and future aspirations.

Name: Michael Sergison Age: 21 Location: Brighton

I’m Michael, hailing from Bristol and living in Brighton. Since finishing my A Level studies in English Literature, Media Studies and Photography, I started working in fashion retail.

Realising this wasn’t for me, I decided to start training with the ProActive Media Training Course.

I have never practised journalism before but am already enjoying the fact I can use my writing, photography and networking skills to create interesting stories.

I would love to work professionally in journalism and share stories or experiences with the public, whether it is just visiting a new shop or restaurant that has recently opened or reviewing a local artist. I’m curious and confidently approach people to find out information I can use to share with their audience. I’m very outgoing and try out something new every day, and if I feel it deserves shouting about, then I will shout about it.

Skills: Networking, Research, Social Media, PR, Writing, Photography. www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine | Page 29

Graffiti can range from someone’s initials carved into a tree to a painted mural covering the side of an entire building. But where is the line between vandalism and art? And do we have the right as tax payers to change the environment we live in?

Brighton and Hove city council seem to take a pretty strong stance on their tolerance for graffiti, citing that any graffiti that is reported will be cleaned off or painted over within 24 hours, but more often within 2 hours, of it being reported. They also say they work closely with the police to ensure people vandalising the city are stopped and prosecuted. In March 2010 two graffiti offenders were sentenced to 15 and 18 months in prison. In partnership with the police we presented a record of over 250 ‘Syloe’ and ‘Posh’ tags, the spray painted names they used. Figures show that councils across the UK spend an estimated £1bn a year on graffiti removal, but this only includes council offices, council owned streets and park furniture such as lights, signs and benches. If it is private property i.e. private households and business premises then it is down to the owner to pay for the removal themselves at a cost of around £30 per square meter. The council states “We do however try to help where we can and work with property owners, local action teams and community groups to prevent and remove graffiti from wherever we can.”

It is said that areas that are prone to graffiti also encourage further antisocial behaviour, including flyposting and the dumping of waste. But is graffiti really so dangerous? Or is it a tool of expression in this ever closed off world in which we reside. Would you rather see your town covered in the ideas of its inhabitants or would you rather the mismatched painted walls from years of cover ups? I went out to pitch these types of questions to the public to find out what their thoughts on the issue were.

When asked, ‘what do you think of graffiti?’ The general response I got was either indifferent or positive “To be honest as long as it’s done well then I don’t really mind it” said one commuter. So I pressed the issue further and asked ‘Is all graffiti vandalism?’ to which the response was a little more murky. While some opposed the idea of it being vandalism most answered with “it just depends on how well it’s done and where it is” with others responding “a lot of graffiti is just awful tags which mean nothing to the rest of us”.

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By Jakob Belbin

It seems that in the public’s eye there is a line between vandalism and art, so I asked ‘Do you think it brings down an area or improves it?’ and again the response was divided, with a lot of variables contributing to the final answer. The main issue seemed to be where it was placed “ if it’s already a rundown area then I think it’s a really good thing for the community as it gives them a sense of identity, but if it’s just pasted across somebodys home or livelihood, then I think it can be damaging” said June from Brighton. Which lead me to my last question ‘Do you think people should be allowed to paint public spaces as long as its inoffensive?’ It seems that there are two camps formed around the issue, those who think it is in fact a good tool to use to improve certain areas of our society and those who are indifferent, so long and it is inoffensive and in the right place with permission.

Similarly, despite the councils strong stance on ‘graffiti’ the council also seems to encourage graffiti in its more sophisticated forms: “We work with a number of artists, charities, clubs and businesses in dealing with large graffiti hot spots. By painting large murals or landscape pieces, anti-social behaviour and further graffiti is often stopped.”

An excellent example of this is the project in Kensington Street. This project was completed in 2006 and has proven successful as well as attracting attention from residents and tourists. There is also another project which aims to use the more refined graffiti as a deterrent for vulgar or offensive graffiti which adorns our electrical fuse boxes here in Brighton. Some of you Brightonians may be all too familiar with this project and not even know it. The project is spear headed by Martin Middleton AKA Cassette Lord and is organised in partnership with the Youth Offending Service. It encourages young offenders to give something back to the community by helping to paint green fuse boxes which are often “vandalised”. www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine | Page 31

HEART MATTERS Help us to Help Cardiac Patients in Sussex

What is a Heart Attack?

A heart attack is a sudden block of a coronary artery that can cause death to the muscle, the heart will continue to work; sometimes called a Coronary Attack or Myocardial Infarction. It occurs when the blood supply to the heart muscle is blocked by the formation of a blood clot in a narrowed coronary artery. The heart muscle supplied by the blocked artery cannot get enough blood and the heart muscle starts to die. It’s important that a victim seeks medical help at an early stage so that the clot can be dissolved by clot busting drugs, limiting the amount of muscle damage.

It’s worth noting, as a SMOKER compared to a nonsmoker, you double the risk of having a heart attack.

With HIGH BLOOD PRESURE and HIGH CHOLESTEROL, these three factors increase the chances of you suffering a heart attack by more than 8 times.

Firstly, stop smoking. High blood pressure and high cholesterol can be treated by a change in lifestyle losing excess weight, regular physical activity (walking/ running/cycling..etc), a healthy diet (eating less fatty food), reducing alcohol intake, and cutting down on salt and caffeine.

Needless to say, consult a medical professional immediately should you have concerns regarding your general health and before undertaking a weight loss/ dietary or exercise regime.

Running a marathon is an incredible goal for runners, but marathon training and the race itself is not something to be taken lightly. Running the Brighton Marathon in support of The Sussex Heart Charity; Riccardo told WHM magazine how it was a complete surprise; totally overwhelming, when his sister Alice bought him a Brighton Marathon place from The Sussex Heart Charity as a unique Christmas Gift in memory of keen tennis player Mario Nespoli.

Mario, a close family friend and until his recent illness; regular at the Circolo Tennis Sandigliano (CTS, the local tennis centre near the family home in Italy ) was lost to heart disease recently at the age of sixty. Whilst Alice is a student studying here in the UK, the family of Alice and Riccardo are now operating the CTS centre in Mario’s memory back in Italy. Alice told me how it was always a blast when Mario was playing a match with friends, she told me on her holidays back home; working and playing at the Centre keeps these memories alive.

However, this is not Riccardo’s first Marathon; he ran the New York Marathon in 2010. Nevertheless, all of us at WHM and The Sussex Heart Charity wish him well as it won’t be easy to achieve his goal of completing the course in less than four hours. If you see him on the day, give him a big cheer and should you wish to find out more about The Sussex Heart Charity, the largest cardiac care charity in Sussex or how you can donate/ join in at future events, go online and check out their website:

Go, go..Riccardo!!

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RISK FACTORS

Although genetics can be a factor in heart disease, most of the things that put us at risk are readily modifiable.

Heart disease is often preventable.

A MARATHON IN MEMORY

www.sussexheartcharity.org.

By Jason Palmer

How to

Photograph

Insects Choose the 1. right lens

A macro lens is the best choice as they have a very small minimum focusing distance, (normally only a few centimetres.) Most telephoto lenses however, do have a macro function which allow shots up to 1/2 life-size.

2.

Set up your equipment

3.

Support your camera

4.

Capture the shot

Use Aperture priority mode (A or AV) with a medium setting of f/8. This will allow enough depth-of-field to hold focus on most subjects.

If you are shooting at ground level or in shaded areas, you may need to use flash. To reduce its harshness, use a piece of paper or thin card taped over the bulb glass. White paper can also be used as a reflector to bounce light and help create evenly, naturally lit images.

Get low down so you’re level with the subject and use a coat or beanbag to support and stabilise the camera and lens. If you need to lie on the ground, it’s advisable to use a bin liner as a blanket to avoid getting too grubby.

Now you can frame the insect, keeping the foliage it’s on as part of the composition.

Avoid casting your shadow over the insect or you’ll risk it making a quick escape!

By Matt Denison

Switch to Manual focus mode, and focus on the head of the insect. You’ll need a relatively quick shutter speed of around 1/250sec to avoid camera shake or movement with a macro lens.

Remember that increasing your ISO speed will allow you to increase the shutter speed without causing dark shots.

Aim to always have the head of the insect pin sharp. There’s nothing worse than a soft shot! www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine | Page 33

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The Federation of Small Businesses

Last month we opened on a bright note with our mention

of Spring and the flowers that welcome its arrival. As I write I can’t help thinking that I was a little bit premature.

The snow arrived as mid March loomed just to warn us who the real master is.

Stories of people stranded as they made their way to and from work only served to remind us that we should never be complacent about our daily lives. Each day brings new adventures, no matter how mundane we think life is. So it is in the business world, every day brings a challenge. That is part of the adventure of running your own enterprise, you never know what’s around the corner; each day calls upon you to exercise the skills and imagination that become part of the makeup of every business person.

Social Media Do you twitter in the cloud? Are you Linked In to the

grid? The new ways of networking are a million miles away from the old fashioned ‘lets meet up for a drink or a meal’ method of getting to know fellow business people.

But if you believe the hype they are just as effective and enable us to be a lot more productive.

I think the jury’s still out on that one. But there is no doubt that if used wisely they are a tremendous tool in communicating and building relationships, especially if you want to get a message across to as many people as possible. The art is to build up on the number of followers you have and to make sure that they are relevant. It’s too easy to go for quantity and not for quality.

On that score if you want to follow us on twitter our birdsong is @fsbbrighton, where we tweet away like a garden full of blackbirds.

The FSB & Policy Meet & Greet The latest weekly update from our policy team based in London ran to 33 pages, which made me realise just Again a reminder that we run two meet and greet how involved a task it is to keep up to date with what is happening on the business scene.

The lone business cannot even begin to check everything to make sure it is complying with all those regulations and to see the dangers on the horizon. This is where the FSB renders so much quiet service to its members. When new regulations can impact upon us they fight our corner to ensure that it causes as little damage as possible.

Business seems to be the one thing a career politician is completely ignorant about, but it is a huge part of our society, it doesn’t have a vote and is totally dependant on lobbying to fight it’s corner.

A decision to limit speed to 20 mph may seem like a small thing that can only bring good, but the potential to load costs onto an already over burdened enterprise can be a step too far in its continued existence. Until government, whether central or local, considers the business voice, the growth and jobs we so desperately need are not going to happen.

sessions a month for existing or would be businesses.

There is no need to be a FSB member if you wish to come along, and there is no charge. We call it networking with a friendly face.

If you would like to pop along they are held at The Regency Tavern in Russell Square on the 2nd Monday in the month, starting at 6.00pm and the 3rd Wednesday in the month at lunchtime, 12.00 to 2.00pm. The company is excellent as is the pub. All are welcome. www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine | Page 35

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THE MAGIC OF:

By Alice Amelia

KALE

What DOESN’T this superhero of a green leafy vegetable do? Well, this article would be pretty empty if we went down that road. So let’s talk about what it DOES do.

Also known as borecole, kale is king when it comes to nutritional value. Raw or cooked, there are tonnes of health benefits to be had from munching your way through a bag of the stuff.

ZERO FAT. HIGH IN FIBRE. ½ a cup of kale contains only 18 calories, an impressive 2.5g of fibre and 0 fat. The high fibre content is great for digestion, keeping the bowels on and the pounds off.

PACKED WITH POWERFUL ANTIOXIDANTS Kale is full of carotenoids and flavonoids, which have been shown to protect the body against numerous illnesses and ailments including heart disease, age-related eye problems and at least 5 different types of cancer (breast, colon, prostate, bladder and ovary).

VITAMIN CENTRAL It’s no secret that all green leafy vegetables are abundant with goldmines of goodness, but Kale really is one of the big Daddies when it comes to vitamin and mineral content: - Vitamin K: promotes healthy bones, protects against cancer and has been shown to limit neuronal damage in the brain, lowering the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

-Vitamin E: lowers cholesterol, improves immunity, keeps skin and hair healthy and prevents against heart disease (just to name a few!)

-Vitamin A: lowers risk of age-related eye problems (such as poor vision, cataracts and glaucoma), promotes healthy teeth and is essential for the male and female reproductive systems.

Other essential vitamins and minerals found in kale include: vitamin C, vitamin B6, calcium, folic acid, potassium plus many, many more.

So we now know just how beneficial Kale can be to the human body, but let’s not kid ourselves; the idea of grazing on a plate of raw green vegetables may seem a tad extreme for the average western dinner table. But don’t despair!

Here are some helpful hints to get you started…

KALE COOKING TIPS -Always wash thoroughly

-For best taste, simmer kale for 5-10 minutes and serve with a tasty sauce or seasoning such as balsamic vinegar or lemon juice.

-Many of the nutrients will disperse in to the boiling water leaving a flavourful broth, so be sure not to pour it away!

Instead, drink it straight from a glass, use for a gravy or add to a soup and reap those wonderful benefits!

-Add kale to stir-fries, rice dishes, salads - get creative!

Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health professional before making a lifestyle change.

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A COLD SHOWER

GET CHILLY. GET HEALTHY. A long time ago (the 1820s) in a faraway land (Germany) a farmer named Vincenz Priessnitz discovered what was soon to be known as a miraculous cure for everything from broken bones to erectile dysfunction.

This breakthrough discovery enticed the likes of princes, princesses, dukes and duchesses, all desperate to try out this marvellous new treatment.

Yes, the use of cold water to treat ailments and illnesses (known as hydrotherapy) had taken Germany by storm and it wasn’t long before it travelled to the rest of Europe, eventually reaching the United States.

But Priessnitz wasn’t the first to figure out the benefits of hydrotherapy.

The Ancient Greeks were using it long before him and the Spartans, being the tough guys they were, believed that hot water was for the weak.

With the world of health now dominated by the pill-popping of pharmaceutical drugs, have we lost some valuable medical wisdom from our ancestors? Finland, Russia, Japan, Thailand and Korea are still keen advocates of a cold water dip and for good reason…

THE BIG BENEFITS 1.

IMPROVES CIRCULATION

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STRENGTHENS IMMUNE SYSTEM

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KEEPS SKIN AND HAIR HEALTHY

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HELPS TO RELIEVE DEPRESSION

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BOOSTS ENERGY AND WELLBEING

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AIDS WEIGHT LOSS

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SAVES MONEY!

TRY THIS OUT. EVERYDAY FOR 1 WEEK. FEEL THE DIFFERENCE. Start with your normal shower.

For the last 2 minutes, turn off the hot tap and hold the shower head (if possible) away from your body for 5-10 seconds.

Gently and calmly start to guide the cold water from your feet up and around each leg. Continue up the front and back torso, moving on to each arm, finishing with one last energising blast over the face and hair. You can do it!

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By Alice Amelia

shocking equipment

By Tim Wollaston

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sussex police force

he police of Sussex are soon to be equipped with a shocking new piece of defence - but will this mean more security for the residents of Sussex or is it just an electroshock weapon?

Sussex police will be joining other forces around the country by specially training particular individuals in nonfirearm based defence. In previous years it has been one of the only places to restrict the use of the Taser in place of firearm officers, but now 160 officers will be receiving special training to use the Taser.

Should a violent or threatening situation arise, officers will be able to respond to support colleagues and defuse the threatening situation. When confronted with a Taser, 70 percent of people causing a disturbance comply with officers almost instantly, showing there is no need to go further. But a strange ‘chicken and egg’ situation emerges; would it be better to have one and not use it than to need one and not have it? Is the point of it not to discharge it at all but merely a form of intimidation?

“ I think it will make the streets safer. “

says Tanya from Brighton, “it’s good to know they’re more prepared to help if someone is disturbing things and needs to be stopped. There’s no harm if you’ve done nothing wrong”.

But does this reassure the residents of Sussex?

I feel quite threatened by the move, “ I’m curious to know why it’s necessary. “

says one Brightonian Josh Cooper, “I think it will mainly affect the town centre most of all and probably end up with a lot more people getting illegitimately electrocuted”.

“Authority to use the Taser will still have to be granted by senior officers, as has always been the case, and it’s not the first option.” says Morrison. “Officers have a range of skills and tactics they can choose from and the most appropriate option for the circumstance will be used.” This may minimize any unfair use of the Taser but some people still aren’t convinced: “how long will it be until they shock someone with a heart condition and land themselves in some serious trouble?”

It stands to reason that necessary precautions are being taken so that no corruption or illegitimate uses of the Taser are implemented. “An equivalent of a ‘black box’ is stored within the Taser so that each deployment can be monitored and processes are in place to make sure this is done lawfully and in accordance with training.”

“There will be no change to day-to-day policing” explains Chief Superintendent Paul Morrison, “patrols by officers and PCSOs will continue as normal”. It seems that the effect of the Tasers will be a subtle one and only change the resolution of escalated situations, studies have also shown that the presence of the Taser reduces the level of force required by officers in violent situations, avoiding, for example, the use of a baton or captor spray.

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By Heidi Cotton

Helpful Household

Shortcuts

Each month we will be bringing you a selection of helpful shortcuts to make your life easier.

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However, usin g a broom or a dustpan and brush doesn’t always captu re those last tiny fragmen ts of glass left on the floor.

This is easily sorted by takin g a slice of bread and pres sing it to the fl oor where the shattered glass is.

The bread acts like a sponge that absorbs the glass, capt uring those la st few pieces saving them fr om going in so meone’s foot later. Just mak e sure you put the bread in the bin afterwa rds so no one pi cks it up for a midnight sn ack.

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ver had that problem where you need to change the batteries in something like the TV remote and you have gone and bought the wrong batteries, finding they don’t fit? Not a problem - just scrunch together some tin foil and use it to fill the gap where the batteries haven’t fitted into place.

The foil acts as a conductor allowing the power from the batteries to pass through it, making the device work just as well.

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Escape to the hidden M

ore notorious for it’s Sunset Strip than it’s actual sunsets, heading to Ibiza for a relaxing break might seem an unusual choice. However, this small Baleirac island, dancing midway between Spain and Mallorca, is so much more than the seasonal tourist surge to the town of San Antonio suggests.

Forget Kevin and Perry and happy-hardcore rave ups. That’s so 1990’s. Today, Ibiza’s extortionately priced club scene renders it strictly the playground for the ageing celebrity partygoer. With the young and easy moving onto the likes of Kavos, Zante and Ayia Napa, Ibiza has truly reclaimed its val ue as a stunning Mediterranean retreat. Sunset-seekers will revel in the islands spectacular evening displays; the wide open bays providing the perfect theatre for dusk to fill the sky with colour. For front row seats wind your way along the cobbled streets and whitewashed walls of Dalt Villa in the cities capital Ibiza Town. Climb to the top of the castle fortress, an ancient area of UNESCO World Heritage, for panoramic views over this walled city and harbour which seriously boasts of Ibiza’s rich cultural history.

From May to September Ibiza enjoys a long summer season with temperatures often hovering around 30°c. With such guaranteed good weather you’ll need to be sussed on where to lay down your beach towel. Start practicing your Catalan and win over the locals to learn of their many treasured ‘secret beaches’. On the west of the island, Cala Tarida shelters a 270m stretch of secluded, sandy white shores within its craggy coastline. Just far enough from San Antonio to hold off the bulk of holidaygoers this idyllic cluster of rocky coves provides ample space for any sunbather. On the south coast seek refuge at the remote Cala Llarga. Rock dive off the stony cliff face into the clear azure waters; the surrounding blankets of spongy dried sea-grass offering welcome bedding for that essential Spanish siesta. Tucked away from the

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average tourist, these secluded spots are often best reached by bike, hire car, or even better, get your walking shoes on and discover your own secret spot!

Head inland to experience the island’s rustic charm. Rows upon rows of orchard groves abundant with olives, oranges and lemons line the hilly countryside and, with temperate conditions annually, it has become a favourite with walkers all year round. Come New Year the blossom of almond trees engulfs the valleys in beautiful, pinkish-white clouds of flowers. This flowering period is celebrated in February with the Almond Blossom Night Walk; locals gathering under full moon to make the symbolic journey from San Antonio to Santa Ines.

Take a piece of the islands unique cultural heritage home with you. The myriad of Hippy markets filled with ethnic jewellery, leather ware, pottery and silver are scattered all over the island with the biggest on a Wednesday in Es Canan and Saturdays in San Carlos. To the background of live music and drumming these artisans’ stalls are open all night creating a truly atmospheric ‘night on the town’ (without the hangover).

Unsurprisingly, seafood is the dish of the day. With local specialities such as borrida de rajada (ray with almonds), bollit de piex (fish stew) and the classic paella, this is no bad thing. If freshly caught fish doesn’t tempt you, the local sobrasada (paprika sausage) and arroz de matanzas (rice with pork) will satisfy any meat-eater with delicious pastries and a few glasses of the local liquor Hierbias to finish.

So how do I get there? With flights departing regularly between London Gatwick to Ibiza Airport book ahead and you can get a return flight for under £100. Fast, cheap, and easy... no wonder this beautiful island is misunderstood!

By H.Frankie Staff

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Seen by ancient cultures as the unknowing ‘key to our

By Alice Amelia

the lost art of...

souls’, it is still believed by many that our handwriting shows the world (and ourselves) who we really are, being a powerful reflection of both our outer personality and inner most nature.

Dear Diary...

As

we venture deeper in to the ever-expanding technological age, sitting down with a good old fashioned ink pen seems to have become only relevant when filling in those long winded application forms or jotting down a quick to-do list. But even those tasks can now be done online or by using your smartphone notebook.

Whilst life may have been made easier and a whole lot more convenient with these handwriting replacements, are we forgetting the true value of a pen to paper connection?

Loner

Loner with lack of drive

Aggressive

Exaggerated sexual imagination (Gullible)

Anti-Social (lack of trust)

Physical frustration

Sexually very curious

Socially selective

Healthy physical drives

Clannish (just 1 or 2 intimate friends)

Not only is it a more personal way to communicate with others, the art of handwriting allows us to express our deepest thoughts and emotions without having to voice them out loud to anyone; a practice often used by therapists to purge and clear patient’s deep rooted worries and issues.

Studies using advanced tools such as magnetic resonance imaging, have shown that writing by hand greatly improves idea composition, keeping the mind sharp and receptive. One study by Virginia Berninger (Professor of Education Psychology at the University Of Washington) showed that children wrote faster and expressed more ideas when writing essays by hand, versus writing with a computer keyboard.

Graphology Guide

Graphology is the study and analysis of handwriting (a tool that many companies will use when hiring employees!)

See what your handwriting says about you with this quick graphology guide!

PRESSURE: Heavy pressure indicates a creative, enthusiastic, sensuous and an emotionally strong person.

Light pressure indicates someone who may lack willpower and determination, preferring to follow others rather than taking the lead.

SLANT: A right slant indicates confidence, good communication skills, sometimes with a tendency to be insensitive. A left slope writer thinks before acting, with deep set emotions that are generally best expressed through the arts.

SIZE: Large letters (unsurprisingly) are associated with outgoing, extroverted and generous characters, whereas small letters indicate a more reserved person with great concentration skills, often preferring to be alone.

Connection: Connected letters show a logical person who judges things according to their own experience.

Disconnected letters show an imaginative person who makes decisions based on intuition.

TOP TIP Learn to write with your opposite hand. Research shows that it strengthens and builds neural connections in your brain, which promotes new ways of thinking whilst unleashing your hidden creativity. Brilliant!

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By Pauline Clarke

Gardening

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ost gardeners will have already started planting seeds and taking soft cuttings to increase stock for the year. As the potting sheds starts to fill, it’s worth saving some space to start off the hanging baskets. For a change try planting a basket of herbs, which can be kept close to the kitchen ready for picking. Try a mix of chives, basil, mint, thyme, sage, rosemary and oregano - choose your favourites. If you want to add colour, plant a few nastursium seeds and use the flowers and leaves in your salads as a bonus. As with all baskets add water retaining gel and give occasional feeds after about 8 weeks as plants soon use the nutrients in the compost.

Like most gardeners I don’t like wasting surplus plants, so veggies often find their way into my flowerbeds. Last year I planted beetroot in the front of the borders along with a few leftover onions and carrots. The beetroot was a hit with the sparrows that took a liking to the young leaves, but still produced enough young beets. Try the Five Colour Silverbeet. Swiss chard from T & M for rainbow coloured stems if you’ve got some spaces to fill. I’ve been known to grow sprouts at the back of borders along with corn on the cob when I’m short of growing space.

I’ve now given up with Busy Lizzies until a solution is found for the downey mildew problem. On the plus side it means we are all trying different plants to take their place. If you like a contrast in colour, try Begonia ‘Glowing Embers’ dark grey-green leaves against the soft apricot orange of the single flowers. For a good mix of oranges reds and yellows try Gazania – ‘Tiger Stripe’, these will last right through the summer and don’t mind a bit of coastal wind if you have an exposed garden.

Spare some time to repot overcrowded houseplants. For bigger pots remove the top few inches and top up with fresh growing matter. This can also be done to any large pots in the garden.

Don’t forget your compost bin-turning the contents adds air through the mix, speeding up the process. Try to add a good mix of green and brown waste; shredded paper and cardboard can always be added if you have a lot of green waste such as lawn clippings, which can go soggy if too much is added at one time. If your bin is not rotting down it could be too dry, this happens when there is too much woody or fibrous material used. Empty the bin contents out and chop them up smaller, then mix in more soft green material such as grass or plant cuttings, before adding back to bin. If you don’t have any green material, water the contents to raise the moisture level of the mix.

You could have useable compost in 3- 4 months with the right mix and conditions. Now is a good time to spread the compost around the garden. I leave mine on the top of the soil as a mulch and let the worms and rain do the rest of the work!

What do the plants need?

Plant feed high in nitrogen (N) encourages leaf growth and shoots and helps the process that give plants their green colour, if you plant lacks nitrogen it may lead to slow growth and yellowing of the foliage. Nitrogen is used up quickly by hungry plants and is easily washed out of soils.

Potassium (K) is used to help the formation of flowers and fruits. Potassium works with the nitrogen to strengthen the plant. Plants that are low in potassium are more prone to disease, pests and extremes in weather.

Phosphorus (P) in plant feed is used to promote root growth, helping to take up nutrients. Plants low in phosphorus can suffer from small leaves and sometimes discoloured leaves.

If you need help maintaining your garden ‘Hedges to Edges’ is there to get the most out of your space, leaving you more time to relax and enjoy your garden. We treat your garden as if it was our own garden. If you have a garden that needs some attention or you just need a few hours help we’re here for you.

Hedges to Edges – Pauline Clarke +44(0)7842180282 paulinecclarke@hotmail.co.uk

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By Vivien Cohen

Extreme sports

Martial Arts

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or the more intrepid among you, East Sussex provides a stunning backdrop for many of those rather more adventurous and slightly less than orthodox sports.

Whether you fancy some aerial acrobatics in the form of paragliding or hangliding, or whether you prefer to keep your feet only slightly closer to the ground in the form of rock climbing or abseiling, there is sure to be something right up your street. I can imagine few things more exhilarating than sailing along air currents in absolute peace, with the beautiful South Downs trailing beneath my feet. I maintain that I am not scared of heights. I am, however, scared of falling from them. This means that for the time being the more aerial amongst the extreme sports will remain on my bucket list rather than in my desk diary. If you have a bit more mettle than I do then be sure to take advantage of extreme East Sussex- you won’t be disappointed.

For more information: www.aultd.org www.airadventure.co.uk

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ritain’s love affair with Martial Arts arguably began in the early 1970s, aided by the interminable Bruce Lee and the Kung Fu generation. There is a myriad of Martial Arts styles for enthusiasts to choose from, each different from the next but all promising discipline, technique and powerful grace. If you fancy yourself as the next Bruce Lee then, as luck would have it, there is a vast range of Martial Arts centres in and around Brighton, ready and willing to teach various disciplines to enthusiastic pupils.

Available for you to learn in Brighton and East Sussex are Kung Fu, Muay Thai, Taekwon- Do, Judo, Jiu Jitsu, and Aikido to name just a few! Whether you are hoping to get fit, learn self- defence, gain self-confidence or aspire to fighting competitively, there is sure to be something for you. Take advantage of what’s on offer; you may not be an instant Martial Arts hero, but then again everyone has to start somewhere.

Sussex Sport Kick start spring by taking on some local sporting activities!

ith spring in full bloom, what better time to take advantage of the abundance of tennis courts that litter Brighton and East Sussex. In my opinion any bona fide park will be home to at least one tennis court, and there is something truly uplifting about playing a quintessentially British game of tennis in the spring sunshine. If you are hoping to get the kids involved over half term then there are numerous clubs and schemes that you can sign up with, whilst if you simply fancy a few sets with friends then wander down to one of the parks which house Brighton and Hove’s courts. Many outdoor courts operate on a first-come, first-served basis, so if you don’t want to be caught short hanging around with your racquet then pre booked courts might be best for you. With courts available to hire at both Brighton and Sussex universities sports centres among others, there is nothing stopping you racquet fanatics from getting your game on.

For more information: www.brighton-hove.gov.uk www.eastsussex.org/sport/tennis

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iven Brighton’s costal location, it perhaps comes as no surprise that water sports are extremely popular in and around the city. With a huge range to choose fromfrom the more traditional sailing to the more extreme kite surfing- those seafarers among you really are spoilt for choice. If a day out at the beach doesn’t grab your fancy, East Sussex has a wealth of picturesque reservoirs, lakes and rivers on which you can canoe, kayak and sail away to your heart’s content, surrounded by lush greenery in areas of outstanding natural beauty. We are spoilt for choice in East Sussex with clubs that cater for all ages- from school groups to corporate events, to family days out, private parties and stag and hen do’s.

Water sports can provide thrill seekers with the perfect unforgettable day out or party, but can also become a lifelong hobby and with half term in full swing there is no better time to get the kids involved- who knows where it might lead?

For more information: www.lagoon.co.uk www.sussexwatersports.co.uk

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BRIGHTON NIGHTLIFE

One night out, two different experiences.

Heidi visits two venues quite opposite from each other

but have one thing in common, they are popular!

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Going to a bar or club you have never been to before is always a slight risk because you do not know what to expect when you get there.

I once went to a bar/music venue in Kemp Town and was the only person there not wearing a mask and burlesque attire. At least I know the dress code for next time.

For this month’s nightlife article, I am going to talk about two venues quite opposite from each other but have one thing in common; they are popular!

The first place I went to last Friday night was ‘The Mesmerist’, a pub down on Prince Albert Street.

Nicknamed ‘21st Century Gin Palace’ this place embraces all things weird and wonderful of the burlesque, witchcraft and voodoo world but mainly captures Brighton’s Bohemia scene all under one roof.

I felt a bit like ‘Alice in Wonderland’ when I walked in with its dark atmosphere not just with the lighting being low, but by the interior; a huge cabinet filled with skulls and potion bottles illuminated by the light from the bar, where over grown weeds and brambles encroach over the drinkers as the eyes of the black and white painted ladies on the walls watched you have a good time.

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Even though many people from all walks of life were sat down having a drink by the candle light, it was very difficult to walk around as it was packed with people dancing to the old swing and rock n’ roll records being played by the DJ. It reminded me of the famous prom scene in ‘Grease’ during the dance off with each couple trying to outdo each other’s moves.

The dancing individuals is what creates the buzz and excitement in ‘The Mesmerist’ but I wasn’t in the mood to whack out my horrendous dance moves, so I went and sat down towards the back of the pub away from the main bar where it was a more relaxed typical pub vibe.

I left the Mesmerist feeling a little dazed as I stepped back into reality leaving the wonderland behind me as I set off to find my next destination.

I next found myself along Preston Street in-front of a bright orange building.

I had been here before in my student days to the small but mighty ‘Ouch Bar’.

Mainly populated by students, this bar captures the music scene of Brighton not only by the obvious interior of musical notes being painted onto the walls but by the large staged area being the main focal point where there is always a Brighton band playing.

The simplicity of the interior; black, white and flashes of orange are easy on the eyes giving a relaxed vibe to this student hang-out however, with black chandeliers hanging from its walls, it adds a gothic element but is overruled by the twinkling lights draped over the bar.

In a way you could say the interior is trying to capture different kinds of music through its artwork.

The music in this bar is what determines the atmosphere; if a band is playing a slow and chilled out tune, everyone is gathered around the bar socialising. If the band play a cover song which everyone knows for example, everyone goes nuts singing along and rocking out and the attention becomes focused on the group.

In my opinion, this is a great place if you want an evening of live music and to be entertained but sitting down and having a conversation with someone can be tricky as to how loud it gets compared to ‘The Mesmerist’ where you can sit down away from all the noise if you wish to.

I would say my Friday night out was a successful one.

See you next month. Heidi

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However much we may yawn when seeing the term ‘breathtaking’ slapped across billboards, TV adverts and magazine covers to describe a new music album, there really is no other way to describe this stunning piece of work.

Having been placed on the BBC’s ‘Sound of 2013’ list, 25 year old Laura Mvula has effortlessly blossomed above the high expectations placed upon her since the release of her debut EP ‘She.’ Sweeping strings, heart-warming horns, laced tastefully underneath instruments that you’d only expect to hear in a land of fairy tales; if you’re a sucker for live instrumentation then you’ll be pleased to know Mrs Mvula has really gone all out on this one.

Yes, the delicate composition of ‘Sing To The Moon’ is certainly of great vintage sophistication, standing out from the seemingly repetitive, poor-excuse-for-music ‘noise’ that dominates the charts nowadays, but it is the powerful vocals of Laura Mvula that really sets this album apart from the rest. With a touch of Nina Simone and a hint of Amy Winehouse, this young lady has successfully united past and present sounds to create what will no doubt stand tall on the pillar of inspiration for future music.

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of bleak fiction populated by the likes of Achmat Dangor and Damon Galgut, comes the latest offering from the unparalleled king of the austere, J M Coetzee – with his long-awaited new novel, The Childhood of Jesus.

Coetzee has strayed from his autobiographical trilogy ‘Scenes from Provincial Life’ and a short spate of weaker novels to venture to the realms of the dystopian. ‘Kafkaesque’ is an adjective one can cleave to just about anything these days. However, true fans of the Franz will writhe with glee at Coetzee’s exploration of a dehumanising bureaucracy, now remodelled for the ‘user-friendly’ age. Everyone encountered by the unnamed central character (shall we call him ‘Joseph’) and his preternaturally talented not-son treat them with a tepid acquiescence, devoid of passion or life. Perhaps the references to some kind of socialist state and the use of Spanish (Little Jesus, sorry David’s friend, is called ‘Fidel’) is an easy tool to convey some kind of prepackaged dystopia. Yet despite the occasional triteness, Coetzee’s decision to set his novel in this completely lacklustre environment, as opposed to his usual drab interiors, does make the brief moments of humanity shine even more starkly than usual.

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Coetzee’s one deviance from his usual pared-down style is an uncharacteristic bout of heavy handedness - like Michel Roux messing up a soufflé. It elicits a facile hunt for biblical references, cheapening such moments as when David is chastised by his schoolmaster for lying about his ability to read, ordered to write ‘I must tell the truth’ on the blackboard, he chalks ‘I am the truth’. Perhaps other references could have been drizzled a little less liberally, with seemingly every character trying to pull off a shameless Pangloss pastiche.

But you know what, I think I’ll allow it. Despite its moments of maladroitness, there is no one like Coetzee for creating a narrative (can I call it a narrative?) so intensely desperate, so utterly compelling, out of seemingly nothing.

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You know when you have a dream that keeps switching from scene to scene, with a multitude of characters in crazy, unimaginable situations that make no sense whatsoever?

Well, that would pretty much sum up Cloud Atlas.

Adapted from the 2004 novel by David Mitchell, this science fiction thriller takes its viewers through 6 interrelated stories of 6 contrasting genres, spanning a time period of 500 years, gallivanting through a maze of different eras, continents and planets. From an 1849 slavery melodrama set in the South Pacific, to a 24th century sci-fi clone revolution, the first hour or so of the film is somewhat puzzling, mysteriously introducing each storyline with a bunch of cliff-hangers and clues as to how each character connects to one another, making it absolutely impossible to take your eyes off the screen as you anxiously await the next unfoldment.

Starring Hollywood favourites such as Tom Hanks, Halle Berry and Hugh Grant, we see each of them cast in to an impressive number of 5 or 6 different roles, shifting between their character’s past, present and future lives as male, female, young, old, even Chinese and alien. The prosthetic make-up is used to such precision that you are, at times, left guessing which actor is underneath the fake nose and oddly-shaped forehead, adding a whole other level of viewing excitement.

Whilst it’s easy to be distracted by the exceptional visuals, the deeper meaning behind Cloud Atlas is carefully interlaced throughout the film with inspiring, thought-provoking dialogues, highlighting the power and importance of speaking and living our Truth, no matter what the consequence. It certainly leaves one with a sense of empowerment, even if you are unsure exactly why.

Cloud Atlas will not be for everyone due to its complexity and length, but it is without a doubt one of the most fascinatingly imaginative films to grace our cinema screens. With its undeniably engaging narratives, it is worth at least one watch if not several. Even if you just fancy going to see Hugh Grant parading around on a horse as a cannibalistic warrior in tribal face paint.

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From filling your shopping trolley to locating your lost phone, there’s an app for pretty much everything.

With so many to choose from, every month we filter through the masses to give you the lowdown on the new and best apps available for download.

Yelp (Free) Search from all the shops, restaurants, bars and businesses in your area, with the customer reviews guaranteeing you choose the best service.

Whosampled (£1.99) Tracing the roots and connections of your music library, this ‘music discovery service’ will uncover and open up the origins of your collection.

Skype (Free) Stay in touch with friends and family anywhere in the world with free online messages, voice and video calls – all from the palm of your hand.

Audible (Free) Subscribe to audible. com to download audiobooks easily onto your smartphone and listen to all of your favourite books on the go.

Prey (Free) Recover your lost or stolen iPhone or laptop with this useful tracking device. With Prey by your side, ‘They Can Run, But They Can’t Hide’.

123D Creature (£5.49)

Red in Bed (£1.49) This fun and interactive storybook teaches kids the colours of the rainbow with musical effects and colourful animations that help make education entertaining.

Amazing Alex (69p) From the creators of Angry Birds, the colourful world of whiz kid ‘Amazing Alex’ is equally addictive and just as fun. With new levels added every week, challenging Alex makes killing time enjoyable.

Design, sculpt, create, export and share your very own 3D creature with this impressive iPad app from Autodesk.

Worth the price.

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Whisk (Free) Combining recipes with online shopping, Whisk makes home cooking as easy as the touch of a button. Created by Apprentice runner-up Nick Holzher, Tesco and Waitrose.

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Filter & Grind | Coffee Machines | Comparing the latest

Gaggia Espresso Cubika Plus

Dualit 84200 Espressivo

£124.99

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ith a sleek and modern design and a black all-metal body, the Gaggia offers a 15 bar pump pressure, a 2.5L water tank and a large stainless steel cup warming plate. It also features a steamer attachment that rotates for easy frothed milk in seconds. The extra pressure chamber, with the Gaggia `Perfect Crema` system in its aluminium filter holder helps deliver a great espresso with a perfect crema layer.

Though it uses a special filter for ESE (easy serve espresso pods) it can also use coffee filters to make one or two cups of ground coffee at a time.

Warm up time can be an inconvenience, some report 15 – 20 minutes, which is too long to wait for a coffee in my opinion. It boasts that it can produce hot and frothy milk in seconds (though many say it doesn’t get anywhere near hot enough) but this doesn’t seem to matter when you’re waiting nearly half an hour for the coffee itself.

There are also many complaints that the space between the coffee arm and the drip tray is quite limited making it tricky to put normal cups or mugs underneath it and impossible to get a jug under there - it is quite obviously just for espresso.

De’Longhi Magnifica

£139.99

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n award winning coffee machine which is a crossover of domestic use and a commercial use, suitable for light duty use in a commercial environment. Like the Gaggia it has a 15 bar pump pressure, but unlike the Gaggia it provides an extra cup height clearance for mugs and boasts a 40 second warm-up time. It also has a Thermobloc (water heating on demand) water heating system for instant hot water and constant steam all in a cast aluminium and stainless steel body with a classy chrome finish.

Showing its versatility, the Dualit can provide three coffee options: single serve, dual serve and ESE pod.

Though it seems to make exceptional coffee for a brilliant price considering what you’re getting for £140, but the impeccable quality seems to be short lived, as many customers have had issues not too long into owning their machines. Complaints of the steam wand producing hot water when on the hot water setting and the steam setting or that the coffee filter holder gets clogged with fine grounds and cannot be cleaned. It seems that when it works it flies but when it decide to break it creates quite an inconvenience in a number of ways. Dualit say that these instances are rare but the customer feedback would disagree.

£269.99

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he De’Longhi coffee machine is a ‘bean-to-cup’ machine with an integrated coffee bean grinder, although it can also use pre-ground coffee and offers a wide range of impressive features to help you make an individually tailored cup of coffee. It doesn’t use pods or single serve capsules, but for the individual with a bit more time and a particular taste for a well-made cup, the De’Longhi is ideal if they don’t mind forking out just under £270.

If a bit noisy, it seems to be one of the most reliable coffee makers out there within this price range.

Though some report of it breaking down after two years, the majority say it’s still going strong after five years.

The preference of the drinker is the main factor here, any particular specifications you demand when having your coffee can be for fulfilled. The De’Longhi is truly versatile whether it be ready ground coffee or the Bean to Cup system that will grind fresh coffee beans for each cup, it’s up to you, every preference from length to strength can be tailored to suit individual tastes.

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Great British Mobile Cafe

www.spadeandspoon.co.uk

Taking pride in delivering honest seasonal British food, only using ingredients with good and trusted provenance.

Spring Lamb Cutlets

Served with lemon thyme new potatoes, honey glazed carrots and a minty pea crush

April fully opens the door onto Spring with all it’s early wealth of food, Spring lamb and Jersey Royal potatoes should be marked in every kitchen’s calendar. Keep the flavours simple so the delicate sweetness of the season can shine. I’ve bread crumbed my cutlets to add a crisp crunch to help reflect this early freshness. Spring also hails colour into the countryside and lets not forgot we eat with our eyes, so make sure colour is on the plate. To really add those local floral notes try and source a regional honey, like Paynes, which you should find in most local supermarkets and delis.

Ingredients 4 lamb cutlets 150g breadcrumbs 1 sprig of Rosemary chopped 1 egg 30g plain flour (seasoned with salt and pepper) 3 glugs of vegetable oil 300g new potatoes (if possible Jersey Royals) 1 wedge of Lemon 2 sprigs of Lemon Thyme 1 knob of butter 300g baby carrots or Chantenays 1 tsp honey 300g frozen peas 2 shallots cut into quarters 1 glug of vinegar (white wine or malt is fine) 2 sprigs of mint 1 knob of butter

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Pre heat oven to 160c and mix the chopped Rosemary with the breadcrumbs Flour, egg and breadcrumb the lamb culets, put into fridge for 15mins Put enough oil in a small frying so it will rise just under halfway on a cutlet and heat until a dropped crumb sizzles.

If need be, fry the cutlets in batches, until a golden crisp coating, drain on a paper towel and place all on a roasting tin, in the oven for 15mins.

Gently boil the new potatoes with a sprig of lemon thyme till tender In a separate saucepan, boil the carrots again till tender.

Remove the vegetables and toss the potatoes with a little butter and the rest of the lemon thyme and a little lemon zest Put the peas and shallots and sprig of mint into a saucepan and bring to the boil for approx 2mins.

Remove lamb cutlets and rest on a warm plate Put a very lightly oiled frying pan onto high heat, when hot add the carrots and honey until caramelised Drain the peas, shallots and mint. Then pour into a food prosessor with a good knob of butter and the rest of the mint (or crush with a potato masher). Add vinegar to taste, it should have a light sharp bite.

Season all to taste, plate up serve with a wedge of lemon and tuck in….hopefully you’ll hear the first buzzings of a busy bee!

By Dan Rose

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Why am I subsidizing idiots who wish to put themselves in danger by cycling on the roads?

Yes I drive a gas guzzler and pay almost £500 a year road tax, which means I am putting a lot of tax money into the infrastructure and maintenance of our roads. What rights do these people have taking over the roads, having paid not a brass razoo into the system only to have their own dedicated ‘Cycle’ lanes which in the most have been stolen from the highways. Plus now they have little boxes painted in prime position in front of the majority of traffic lights, giving them priority over motor cars who wish to drive away as a green light shows, unhampered!

How many times do you see cyclists not even bothering to stop at a red light? How many times, and this really gets me, do you see at night time cyclists not having a light anywhere on their bikes? (I was always under the impression that many years ago this was totally against the law, and cyclists would be removed from the roads by the police for not showing a light). How many times do you see a cyclist riding down a one way street the wrong way? How often do you see cyclists riding on the pavement? How often to you see cyclists riding in places that have signs saying ‘No Cycling’?

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All of the above of course we know happens, but the law has gone totally soft on them. BUT drive a car on the road or pavement in any of these scenarios and the driver will be arrested, prosecuted and probably lose his/her license.

Ok, the question is, who wants to ride a bike and why?

For starters I cannot understand why anyone would want to ride their bike to work? Is it to be trendy? ‘Hey look at me, I rode my bike all the way to work today’. Depending on how far the cyclist needs to travel, surely they will need a good shower when they get to work! Sweating on a summers day will make cyclists very unpopular with their work mates. The motorist on the other hand will arrive at his/her place of work happy, unstressed and as fragrant as when they left home. Nobody I see, as I make my merry way to appointments, looks happy as they peddle furiously to their destination. Gritted teeth, wet eyes and a certain amount of chaffing is the order of the day.

A road is a dangerous place for motorists let alone cyclists.

If the whole idea is to ‘go green’ then get an electric vehicle. IF we have to put up with this old fashioned mode of transport, then the cyclist needs to pay some sort of road tax and certainly an insurance premium, for their own safety and protection of others.

Next month, the cyclists have their say!

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Playgroup Festival

Mischief Festival

Where: TBA When: 16th - 18th August 2013 How much: TBA Family friendly: Children’s facilities: Yes

Where: Secret West Sussex

location TBA When: 20th - 23rd September 2013 How much: £66- £74 Family Friendly: Children’s facilities: Yes

Playgroup festival first burst on to the scene in 2010 as an evolution of the popular nights put on in Brighton by the Playgroup collective. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty, Playgroup festival really does isolate you in a rather magical world.

It’s up to you if you would like to attend a talk or a workshop, dance the day away as well as the night or simply sit and play piano under a tree whilst you soak up the scenery.

The music is fairly eclectic, and in the past has ranged from Balkan to Samba, via Hip Hop and hard core Electronica.

The festival is home to huge amounts of quirkiness and creativity and provides a fun fuelled atmosphere whilst remaining unflappably chilled out. It is family friendly, with the option to leave your children for short periods of time in the kid’s area with trusted babysitters. The family friendly atmosphere does not, however, mean that it is not suited to the student generation. For the young free and single among you Playgroup still provides the perfect party atmosphere.

The driving force behind Mischief festival is arguably the desire to create a space that is truly creative and expressive.

Performance is key- not just of musicians but also of cabaret artists, comedians, spoken word artists and art installations.

The music which features most heavily is Gypsy, Balkan, Folk, Ska and Electronica, all of which is excellent to dance and party to. Mischief festival is relatively young- having only been up and running since 2011. This translates into a festival which still seems something of a secret; it is not as well- known as it deserves to be and the atmosphere and crowd size lend a somewhat intimate air to the whole weekend. At the risk of sounding too saccharine, it really is possible to see the love that has gone into creating this rather special little festival.

www.mischieffestival.com

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By Vivien Cohen

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Nowhere Festival

Boomtown Festival

Where: Northern Spain,

between Zaragoza and Lleida.

When: 9th-14th July 2013 How much: From €75 (low income tickets)

- €170 (gate sale prices) Family Friendly: Children’s facilities: No

Where: Matterley Estate, Winchester When: 8th - 11th August 2013 How much: £149 Family Friendly: Children’s facilities: Yes

Boomtown festival calls itself ‘the UKs maddest city’ and Nowhere Festival will undeniably provide you with a festival it is certainly not wrong! A Huge amount of dedication experience that is completely unique. It is however, not for the faint and hard work goes in to creating this ‘town’, the layout hearted! of which is arguably unique within the festival scene.

Winding streets are lined with brightly coloured facades, The desert festival of Nowhere is based on the following principles: behind many of which hide bars and stages. self- expression, self- reliance, participation, no commerce and leave no trace. These principles combined mean that Nowhere is As far as cities go, Boomtown is a 24 hour one. There one of the cleanest, friendliest most creative and most ‘out there’ is constantly something going on, be it music, circus festivals I have ever been to. It also means that the only thing you performances, or impromptu partying. A huge selection can buy on site is ice, so make sure you bring everything with you! of artists mean that there is truly something for everyone and there are stages dedicated to providing the best Nowhere is really more of a creative arts festival than a music of every genre- from garage to reggae. There is also a festival. Many people choose to pool their resources and camp dedicated area for children, with ‘Kidz Town’ providing together in ‘barrios’. This provides you with a home base and, once top notch entertainment and childcare for those younger you have paid your camp fees, means that all of your food and drink members of your group. Boomtown Festival delivers for the week will be taken care of. Each barrio also has their own an unforgettable weekend of fun, frolics and organised sound-system - so whilst your days might be filled with relaxing, chaos that will leave your head spinning (but in a good attending talks and workshops, a trip to the river or a climb up the way!) My advice to you: don’t miss out. adjoining mountains to watch the sunset- nights are usually spent exploring the site, taking in the fantastic artwork and installations www.boomtownfair.co.uk and attending the various parties which are invariably thrown by other camps.

While the prehistoric mountain and desert scenery is undoubtedly stunning it is still harsh terrain. The festival site is really very isolated and temperatures can reach over 40°C in the daytime, dropping dramatically at the coldest part of the night. If you prefer your creature comforts then probably give this one a miss; however if it’s a dusty adventure that you are looking for then I can recommend no better festival for you!

www.goingnowhere.org

With a wealth of festivals to choose from this summer there is something to cater for everyone.

However the difficult decision remains- which ones to pick? The following guide rounds up four very different but very special and worthwhile summer festivals in the hope of giving you a bit of insight as to what to choose and why.

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For further information contact 01273 263152 or visit www.adur.gov.uk

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By Phoebe Oliver

Brighton Sand Sculpture Festival 6th April Tonnes of sand will be sculpted with water to create huge, realistic and fantastic formations. Visitors will be able to wander around the sculptures just at the end of the Volks Railway, along Brighton beach. From £4. www.brighton-hove.gov.uk

Write Yourself - Hove Museum- 9th April Taking inspiration from Jacqueline Wilson’s popular children’s books, Little Green Pig Workshops allow children to discuss their favourite characters, play some wordy games and then have a go at writing their own stories.

Ages 8-12, £5. www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk

Behind the Scenes at Preston Manor 13th This special tour takes you upstairs, downstairs, down into cellars and into bedrooms, corridors and kitchens not normally open to the public. Join the craze for Downton-living in this beautiful Edwardian manor house. £15. www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk

Brighton Marathon 14th April The Brighton Marathon gets bigger every year and is now one of the top 12 running events in the UK. In 2013 it will be broadcast on Channel 4 and also features the Mini Mile Races for more than 2,000 youngsters to run the final mile of the race along the seafront. www.brightonmarathon.co.uk

Biba and Beyond: Barbara Hulanicki - Until 14th

Catch the final week of this major retrospective of the iconic Biba label.

Celebrating the vibrant life and designs of its fashionista founder, Barbara Hulanicki, the Biba and Beyond exhibition will feature garments, illustrations, film, photography and memories. From £3. www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk

Green Architecture Day - 27th April A day of illustrated talks and demonstrations about eco self-build housing and sustainable design. Sallis Benney Theatre, Brighton University, Grand Parade www.brightonpermaculture.org.uk If you are holding an event and would like details to appear on this page. E- mail phoebe@oliverrelations.co.uk www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine | Page 57

By Jen Mendoza

The Springfields - April 13th, 8pm

Mike Hurst, one third of the original Springfields vocal group, alongside Dusty and Tom Springfield at The Ropetackle Centre, Shoreham £15. 01273 464440

In Extremis, Theatre - April 19th, 2pm & 8pm

A wonderful play about Oscar Wilde’s fateful decisions prior to the ‘trial of the century’. £10 Adult, £8 Children 01273 464440

Barnstormers Comedy Club - April 20th,8.30pm

Saturday night out at Ropetackle Centre in Shoreham Three top comics from the UK comedy circuit and beyond. £12.50 Adv, £14 On The Door. 01273 464440

Morning Jazz, Mike Hatchard - April 21st, 11am

Mike is joined by trombonist Chris Dean who is the fronts-person of the celebrated Syd Lawrence Orchestra. At the Ropetackle Centre, Shoreham £9. 01273 464440

Social Afternoon - April 24th 2.15pm – 4.30pm

Community Centre 24 Southwick Street, our speaker will be Trevor Povey who is telling us all about ‘Hop, Skip and Flop - Early Aviation’. Entrance £2.00 members, £2.50 non members including tea and biscuits.

Everyone Welcome

South Coast Soul Revue - April 27th, 8pm

The South Coast Soul Revue bring their infectious, feet moving performances of classic Soul and Funk alongside contemporary R‘N’B tunes to the Ropetackle Centre, Shoreham. £14. 01273 464440

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By Sharon Miller

Gala Charity Concert - 12 April Worthing Rotary will be holding a Gala Charity Concert with songs from your favourite shows on Friday 12th April and 7.00 pm at Sion School, Gratwicke Road, Worthing. Tickets £8.50 pp and include coffee or fruit punch and nibbles. Full details on 01903 209564.

Cats Protection Spring Fayre - 13 April Worthing and District Cats Protection Spring Fayre will be held on Saturday 13th April from 10 am to 12.30 pm at St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church Hall,The Street, Rustington BN16 3NL.

Wordies - 14 April Wordies are back for a new season of entertainment with poems, literary gems and anecdotes from travels around the world, at The Ardington Hotel, Steyne Gardens, Worthing on Sunday 14th April. The curtain rises at 6.00 pm with dinner at 7.15 pm. £20.00 pp to include glass of wine.

Booking on 01903 230451.

Charity Golf Day - 19 April The Mayor of Worthing’s Charity Challenge Golf Day will be held at Worthing Golf Club on Friday 19th April. Full day’s Golf, light breakfast and dinner £50 pp. Info at sarah@howardestateagency.co.uk

National Trust Ass AGM - 20 April Worthing National Trust Association will be holding their AGM at Durrington Community Centre on Saturday 20th April at 2.15 pm. Pulse bus stops outside. Further info on 01903 501533

The Queen’s Birthday - 21 April Howard&Co invite you to celebrate The Queen’s Birthday at Carabao in Warwick Street, Worthing on Sunday 21st April at 6.30 pm. The cost of the dinner is £16.00 per head, to include guest speaker, and the event is in aid of the Queen Alexandra Hospital Home. Booking essential on 07812 751414.

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1. Bombay Lounge

4. Danny’s Restaurant

2. Wokmania

5. Old Bank Steak & Ribs

Eat as much as you like at the popular Bombay Lounge on North Street.

30-31 North Street, Brighton, BN1 1EB 01273 777355

A delicious buffet is available at the funky Wokmania on West Street.

65-75 West Street, Brighton, BN1 2RA 01273 746294

3. Twisted Lemon

Unique restaurant cocktail bar and grill. All you can eat ribs and chips Sundays after 5pm 41 Middle Street, Brighton, BN1 1AL 01273 726693

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Danny’s is one of the few restaurants where you can order all you want off the menu.

179 Portland Rd, Hove BN3 5QJ 01273 728782

Steak & Ribs Restaurant using fresh, delicious ingredients Monday Night Ribfest – all you can eat 120A St George’s Rd, Brighton, East Sussex BN2 1EA 01273 682200

6. GEKKO

Gekko has come to Brighton and is the latest concept in all you can eat dining.

65-75 West Street, Brighton, BN1 2RA 01273 746 294

e-mail us at info@buses.co.uk telephone us on 01273 886200 Just text the bus stop code to 84268 to get details of the next buses due to arrive.

Southern Trains

http://www.southernrailway.com telephone us on 08451 27 29 20

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Brighton Youth Centre Tel. 01273 681 368 64 Edward Street, BN2 0JR

Saltdean Community Association Tel. 01273 304 617 Park Road, BN2 8SP

15th Brighton Scout Group Tel. 01273 677 031 Scout Hut, Manor Road, BN2 5EA

Allsorts Youth Project Tel. 01273 721 211 69 Ship Street, BN1 1AE

Brighton YMCA Tel. 01273 326 701 55 Old Steine, BN1 1NX

Young Peoples Centre Tel. 01273 733 760 69 Ship Street, BN1 1AE

Air Training Corps Tel. 01323 899 900 Eridge Road, BN3 7QD

Scouts Association Tel. 01903 213 213 Sackville Road, BN14 8BG

Worthing Boys Club Tel. 01903 233 765 Ivy Arch Road, BN14 8BX

Worthing Girl Guide Tel. 01903 236 333 Girl Guide Forest RD, BN14 9NE

The Boys Brigade Tel. 07917 147991 52 Station Road, BN41 1DF

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Beeding And Bramber Brownies Tel. 01273 871 184 Gladys Beven Hall, BN43 6BG

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