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WELCOME TO THE APRIL ISSUE OF THE FAVERSHAM IMP!

’ve decided to start the introduction to this month’s Faversham IMP by NOT calling it The Whitstable IMP. Which is much better, I feel. Apologies for last month’s slip-up. Moving on, it’s been extremely gratifying to have all the responses from new readers - with ideas for future issues and comments and feedback on last month’s effort, as well as general encouragement and appreciation. Thanks everyone, it’s good to know we’re on the right track.

This month we have local legend Jim Leverton, Creek Creative, and the Minor Injuries Unit as well as Facts & Figures, What’s on and the Gig Guide. We hope you enjoy it - please keep the feedback and ideas coming in... All the best for a sunny April, The IMP Team The IMP, PO Box 290, CT5 9AH christina@the-imp.co.uk

THE IMP TEAM Christina Birkett – Christina started working in media 13 years ago but had never truly immersed herself in editing, writing and publishing until she started work on The IMP. It was a steep learning curve but totally worthwhile, and she loves her job. It’s truly rewarding and, importantly, flexible enough to fit around her three young daughters. And it’s great knowing what’s on and when, so she can plan her days - and even the odd night out! christina@the-imp.co.uk

You? – Are you a budding writer? Are you a local artist? Do you have your own business which you run from home? Is something really BOTHERING you at the moment?! We want to hear from you please email christina@the-imp.co.uk Mary Henderson – Mary Henderson is 50-something, with a son and grandson and two step-children. Having lived in Faversham for the last 30 years she has, among other things, been Mayoress, helped run the Hop Festival, and been involved with the Folk Club for about 15 years. She is an enthusiastic supporter of local live music in most shapes and forms. Mike Peters – Having retired from the ‘Rat Race’ Mike has for the last 14 years continued a full-time musical career with (among others) Celtic World Roots Trio Hot Rats. He was MD for the Faversham Hop Festival 2007-2009 and now helps promote local music by fixing live gigs for many of the local pubs & clubs (which is a great help when it comes to the Gig Guide). muzikman@sky.com Chris Haydon – Chris is 19 years old and has lived in Whitstable his whole life. Currently studying Film at the University of Brighton, Chris is an avid film fan and buff, and plans to go to the National Film School after University to study Directing Fiction Film and Documentary. He loves writing film reviews, and will be writing reviews for the IMP between course work and writing for the university’s paper, ‘The Pebble’. Malissa Taylor – South African-born Malissa is passionate about three things; Mamahood, Music and Mother Earth. She spends most of her time consumed by these and feels that her responsibility is to ensure that each is celebrated by everything that she does. She recently moved to Whitstable, and she hopes to submerge herself in the community, something which she believes is essential for her wellbeing and that of her family. Lucy de Pledge – Mother of two and erstwhile estate agent, Lucy is now forging a career for herself in PR and band promotion, looking after up-and-coming local bands. A metalhead who spends most of her her spare time at gigs (among other things) Lucy will be keeping IMP readers abreast of festivals in Kent this year. Contact her at ldepledge@live.co.uk or 07887 907 821.

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Helen Smith – Whitstable born and bred, has a passion for the community and the environment in general. She helped to found Transition Town Whitstable and currently runs the ‘Nurture Group’ - to encourage and support a way of living that is fulfilling and fun whilst more socially and environmentally responsible. When she is not organising clothes swaps or looking after her two children she finds time to manage a decluttering business ‘Sorted’.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF...

JIM LEVERTON

im’s connections to Faversham and Whitstable are very strong, and he’s lived in these parts ‘for ever’. Whenever I’ve spoken to people about Jim the response has always been the same: “Oh yes, he’s quite a character,” with a big grin. And I can see why. I’d only met him briefly before, at a gig, in the dark, so to save my embarrassment, today he has worn a hat with a peacock feather in it. So I will recognise him. Most people would probably recognise him without the feather - the man is a local legend, by all accounts. So what do local legends do on a typical day? Most days start at about 10am with a coffee and maybe a piece of toast, “I’m not that fussed at my age (63) - it’s the young people who have the healthy appetites,” he jokes. “For years I was up at 7am to do the school run when my wife worked, but I can have a lie-in these days.” After his breakfast of sorts Jim walks Molly, his dog, who may even be more famous in Whitstable than Jim himself, and nips into Hubbard’s bakery for a Parisienne loaf, before picking up the rest of the shopping and returning home to get dinner into the slow-cooker. “Food for Jackie when she gets in and for me after a gig,” Jim explains, making up some lyrics for ‘Slow Cooker Blues’ off the top of his head:

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“I went to the supermarket for milk and cigarettes, When I got back it’s still not ready yet, I got those slow-cooker blues...” Once his chores are done, to the accompaniment of the radio, which Jim prefers to the TV, he heads off to his gig - for about 4pm if it’s in a theatre, to allow for light and sound-checks, or 8pm if it’s a pub gig. And he gets home between 12 and 2am, eats his slowcooked supper and turns in for the night. It’s all very different from the heady, nocturnal, touring days of the American Rock ‘n’ Roll scene in the 60s - when, to be a successful musician, all you needed was “a gun and a good lawyer,” according to one notorious musician of the time. Jim actually lived in America for 10 years and has toured all over the world, playing with Steve Marriott, Caravan, and Rory Gallagher, as well as his greatest idol of all time, James Jamerson, who played bass on most of the Motown records. “Motown wouldn’t have happened how it did without James,” Jim reminisces. “We met in London at the Royal Command Performance - playing in front of the Queen. He gave me his number and we met up for lunch next time I was in America. It was a dream come true.”

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It’s the day after St Patrick’s Day. And Jim Leverton, being of Irish descent, is not particularly feeling like drinking. So we sit in Deco 5 demurely drinking hot chocolate and Earl Grey and chatting about a typical day in his life.

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Although Jim’s mother always had a piano in the house and enjoyed playing by ear, his father really wanted Jim to become a footballer. Music was not really a career option. But Jim wore him down with his persistence and single-minded desire to make music. Finally, one year, his father bought him a guitar for Christmas. And Jim went from jamming with a friend down the road at about the age of 12, to asking to join a band some older boys were forming when he was still only 14. He was told he could join if he played bass - because no-one else wanted to. “It was a very underrated instrument,” Jim explains. “But it makes such a difference to tracks. It’s subtle they call it the ‘hidden king’ - it doesn’t interfere but you’d notice if it was gone. It adds a whole extra dimension.” Jim is totally unaffected - a bit shy, even and full of cold today, apologising for coughing and sniffing while we chat. His past feels like another life: “Everything in London was so hardcore - and everything was too accessible. I just decided: ‘I’m gonna go home’. Faversham was close enough to London for work and Oare was remote enough to have its own nickname: ‘The People’s Republic’, with its own unwritten rules and strong community spirit.” From 1987 Jim lived in Faversham, moving to Whitstable in 1998, where he still lives today. Jim has very fond memories of Oare: “It was a bit like

the wild frontier - very down to earth, fishermen knocking on the door offering two lobsters for a tenner,” Jim muses. “Whitstable is more bohemian. It’s nice to know everyone and be able to chat.” But Jim believes to be truly creative a musician needs to live remotely and although he has no immediate plans he is considering his next move. But for the moment he’s happy with his life, able to pick and choose gigs without the need to work every night. The Blue Devils - also referred to as The Complete Unknowns - play locally and throughout Kent and London, and that’s where you’ll see and hear Jim these days. The band is made up of Jim on bass, Richard Studholne (guitar/vox) Tom Jaworski (guitar) and Graham Walker on drums. They are playing in The Two Brewers, Whitstable, April 4, as well as further afield: April 11 at The White Rock Theatre, Hastings, for ‘Beatles Day’ - a fund-raiser for Macmillan Cancer where everyone has to perform a Beatles song; and April 29 at The Cricketers, Canterbury. For more information go to: www.thebluedevils.co.uk Jim also plays in an acoustic duo with Geoffrey Richardson - see ‘Jim & Geoff’ in The Coach and Horses April 16 and the Neptune on May 23. Christina Birkett

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Turn Over a New Leaf This Spring “We can stop waiting for life to become perfect and start working with what we’ve got to make it as satisfying as we can.” Simple Abundance – Sarah Ban Breathnach n Don’t underestimate the power of the sun - hanging stained clothes on the line on a sunny day (or several) can really bleach out marks. n Dry clothes on the line or over airers where possible - tumble driers use lots of energy. Hanging your clothes carefully, smoothing out all the creases, can drastically reduce the amount of ironing you need to do - saving time and energy.

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For more tips on green cleaning, enter our draw to win a copy of ‘Ms Harris’s book of Green Household Management’ - email editorial@the-imp.co.uk or write to The IMP, PO Box 290, CT5 9AH with your name and address.

This is the time of year to brush away the cobwebs of the winter and celebrate the new season of renewal with a thorough re-evaluation of your home and life. There are many things that you can do to refresh your living environment without damaging the environment. n Use a damp microfibre cloth to clean without the need for chemicals - this is the time to wipe over skirting boards, door frames, picture rails as well as the usual surfaces. n Clean out the fridge with a solution of bicarbonate of soda to remove odours. n Wash glass vases and displayed crockery in an ecological detergent with a little white vinegar added to increase the shine. n Turn your mattresses to increase their life-span flip them over every few months lengthways and sideways alternately. You can also refresh them at the same time by vacuuming over the surface to remove the accumulated dust. n Clear your drains by pouring first bicarbonate of soda and then white vinegar down the plug hole. n A tablespoon of bicarbonate of soda in each wash softens water and saves on detergent. n To make fabric softener mix one part of bicarbonate of soda with one part white vinegar and add 2 parts water. Add 4 tablespoons of this to the final rinse.

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DECLUTTER The average person living in Briton has an estimated £2,000 worth – or 3,370 cubic feet – of clutter (according to research for Lloyds TSB Insurance). This not only prevents people from living efficiently but has a great impact on their emotional and mental state and makes cleaning into a real task. Spring is the perfect time to decide what you really need in your life and home - so grab a bin bag, a recycling bag, and a charity bag and get started. n Aim to tidy out your drawers at the rate of one a day. After a week a lot will be accomplished although your daily goal is only small. n Throw away or compost all out of date food from your kitchen cupboards and fridge, and take old medicines back to the chemist. n Defrost your freezer - it is more efficient and has more space so you can reorganise your frozen food and throw out those un-named plastic bags lurking at the back.

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his spring why not why not make some changes that benefit you, your finances, your home and the environment? The best time to start making a change for the better is today so don’t put it off any longer. The easiest and most sustainable changes and those that we are more likely to be able to stick with - are those that are the smallest and simplest. So remember to turn one leaf at a time.

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n The new tax year starts on April 6. We only need to keep documents for seven years for tax purposes so you can shred, recycle or even compost paperwork from the 2002-2003 tax year or before. n Recycle old magazines and papers. Tear out any articles you want to keep and put in a labelled file.

If you are feeling adventurous and want to try something really different there are a series of ‘Macrobiotic Workshops’ this spring in Whitstable which show how to cook and eat to maintain a slim and healthy body. Contact Clare for more details or to book a place - 07950 811628.

If you can’t cope with your clutter, contact Helen Smith from Sorted Decluttering Services on 07923512296 or email h.smith13@homecall.co.uk

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There are some simple steps to ensure that we are getting our 5 a day without embarking on a punishing dietary regime. Making simple steps to introduce more vegetables into your diet on a daily basis is going to be far more effective than starting on another crash diet that is only doomed to failure and another fast food binge. n Grow sprouts such as cress, alfalfa, and mung beans in jars on your windowsill. n Use as a nutritious garnish and to interest children in growing and eating their own food. n Have a salad with your meal - even at this time of year you can make salads out of winter vegetables such as carrot and coriander - or you can make a simple carrot and cabbage coleslaw. n Salads will not only provide you with extra vitamins and minerals but a variety in texture to compliment your meal. n Make fresh fruit smoothies in your blender - lots of portions of your 5 a day can be packed into a single serving. n Munch on dried fruit or try dipping vegetable crudités in hoummous or guacamole instead of biscuits or crisps between meals. n Plant a crop of ‘cut and come again’ lettuce in a window box to create your own cheap, fresh, organic salad you can harvest and eat through the months ahead.

High fuel prices make now an especially good time to try to reduce energy consumption, and while doing your bit for your pocket you’re also doing your bit for the planet. n Put on a jumper when you feel cold instead of turning up the heating and you will save an average of £55 - just by keeping the thermostat 1 degree lower. n Close the curtains when it gets dark. They provide an extra layer of insulation as well as privacy, whether you have double glazing or not. n Fix dripping hot taps quickly - that small drip is enough to fill an entire bath in a week. n Replace old-style inefficient light bulbs with energy saving ones. This could save you £40-£65 a year. n When cooking put the lid on pans and use a ring of the correct size or ensure the flame doesn’t exceed the circumference of the pan. If you want to go further, you may be interested in the government’s new ‘Feed in Tariff’. From April 1, the scheme means that you get paid for any energy generated and used domestically - as well as that exported back to the grid - which means your savings will pay back the initial outlay much sooner. There are many other ways to reduce the amount of energy you use, and there are grants available to help with the cost of insulation, replacing old boilers etc. To see what is available and to discover other ways of improving your energy efficiency go to: www. energysavingtrust.org.uk For more information on how communities can work together to combat climate change contact your local ‘Transition Town’ movement at transitontownwhitstable.wordpress.com or transitiontownsorg/Faversham Helen Smith

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ARTS & EXHIBITIONS Creek Creative There’s hustle and bustle, and a growing air of excitement inside this imposing building on the corner of Quay Lane in Faversham, home to the Creek Creative initiative.

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he brainchild of Founding Directors Anne MacLaren and Simon Giles, Creek Creative is a Community Interest Company (CIC) - a not-for-profit social enterprise, and Faversham’s own Art & Design community hub - a concept they’ve been working on for over three years. And now they are almost ready to open. Anne and Simon took time away from painting, decorating and co-ordinating builders to talk to the IMP. In a nutshell, the initiative is about forming a productive, commercially-viable art and design community within Faversham town centre, with affordable studio space, workshops, public exhibition space, and extended facilities, to meet an identified local demand. A local artist herself, Anne is keen to promote the arts at a local level, and believes that Creek Creative is the way forward: “We hope to provide a dynamic and interesting place for people to experience all sorts of cultural and artistic pursuits, with affordable studio spaces as well as a gallery, meeting facilities, events and creative workshops.” It is hoped that Creek Creative will become a focus point for innovators, including established professional and part-time artists, designers, multimedia technicians, craft-specialists, inventors, photographers, musicians, performers, and people who simply want to develop their creativity in a vibrant studio environment. And thanks to Simon’s areas of expertise, the gallery and performance space will be backed up and enhanced by digital platforms on the web. The aim is also to develop on-site, educational programmes which can be made available to local individuals, schools and industry, according to

demand. Simon sums up his aspirations for the site: “We hope that the venue becomes a muchused, self-sustaining launch pad for local creative talent, and a hotspot for the exchange of ideas.” Both directors have a background in Faversham and the Arts - and have had great satisfaction from involving others in the process of converting the building, as well as providing opportunities for a wide range of people. “Plus, making the whole concept a physical (and hopefully funky) reality with the careful use of resources,” Simon adds. It hasn’t been easy, though. Anne and Simon first started talking about the original concept for Creek Creative in 2006, followed up by research trips, art and entrepreneurship courses, and eventually full-time, unpaid, development after a year or so.

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Creek Creative is a registered Community Interest Company (CIC). To find out more, go to www.creek-creative.org or call 01795 536 686. Christina Birkett

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“As you might imagine with a project such as this very little of it is routine, each day brings fresh challenges, while many of the managerial tasks Anne and I have on our to-do lists gradually get done when possible,” Simon explains. “Inevitably with a start up of this scale the two of us have to do several people’s jobs as there’s no budget for salaries yet. Luckily we have found some very helpful volunteers to speed up the building conversion process, some of whom are here almost as much as we are!” “It’s truly a community project,” Anne agrees, grateful to the many volunteers who have helped bring the project to this stage. And they couldn’t have done it on their own. Even with everyone’s help, Anne and Simon typically do six eight-hour days at CC (12-hour days are not unusual). And when I ask what they do in their spare time, Anne laughs. She is hopeful that once Creek Creative is established and she and Simon share the job, they will both have some time to return to their own work

- Anne as a painter and Simon as a Designer-Maker - and hopefully have the luxury of visiting some art exhibitions and events on the side. Faversham is a unique town with a long history of Creek-based activity, and Anne and Simon are fiercely loyal: “For me Faversham has the ‘Goldilocks factor’,” Simon muses. “Just the right scale of community, ease of access,and distinctive identity, with a compellingly eccentric and interesting history. It’s also a town with great potential for motivated individuals and small businesses, surrounded by an excellent variety of pleasant natural landscapes.” “I love Faversham for its tradition and the fact that it is still a working town,” Anne adds. “The Creek and Abbey Street give it a unique character.” And both Directors want to continue this tradition in contemporary style, and for the benefit of the community - potentially providing quality employment opportunities, and a welcome boost to local productivity. They plan to open to tenants in the first part of April and to the public once they have finished the decorating, hopefully by the beginning of May, if not sooner.

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ost people think of A&E or Casualty when they have an minor accident and the almost inevitable lengthy wait to be seen - even though they could be treated just as professionally, and usually more quickly, at a Minor Injuries Unit. Nurses can be just as skilled and experienced in assessing people’s conditions as doctors and are experienced enough to know when to call in a particular specialist, if needed. In Minor Injuries Units, they have back-up either on site, by video link or by telephone with any specialist support they might need - and in most cases, it’s not even necessary. Based in the Bank Street Health Centre, the nurse-led Faversham Minor Injuries Unit opened on July 1 2009 with dedicated, highlyqualified Nurse Practitioners able to assess, treat or discharge all patients who came to the unit. And, after only a few months, the Team was nominated for a STARS award (STaff Achievement and Recognition Scheme) within NHS Eastern and Coastal Kent Community Services – and won Clinical Team of the Year in March this year. The award ceremony, sponsored by businesses working with the NHS, was held at the Leas Cliff Hall in Folkestone on Friday March 5. Winning staff were given a small trophy, certificate and a photo to commemorate the event and Phillip Greenhill, Managing Director of NHS Eastern and Coastal Kent Community Services presented staff with their awards. Philip said: “It’s a great pleasure to have the opportunity to recognise the amazing work staff are doing to make a real difference to peoples’ lives in the local community. The winners went that extra mile for their patients which changed their lives for the better. It is on nights like this that I am proud to work for the NHS.” The STARS awards were held jointly by NHS Eastern and Coastal Kent Community Services

Mark Chandler and Stephen Elliot accept the award on behalf of the Minor Injuries Team and the NHS Eastern and Coastal Kent. Both organisations thanked staff for their hard work, and encouraged staff and patients alike to highlight good examples of patient care and nominate them for future awards. The Team at Faversham includes: Alastair Greason - Senior Nurse Practitioner, Stephen Elliott - Senior Nurse Practitioner, Mark Chandler - Health Care Assistant. They have also been supported by staff from Sittingbourne MIU: Kate Williams - Clinical Team Leader and Samantha Oldman - Health Care Assistant. Congratulations to you all! Christina Birkett The Faversham MIU, based in the Bank Street Health Centre, Faversham, is open every day 9-5pm and can help with cuts, wounds and grazes, sprains and strains, wound infections, minor burns and scalds, minor head injuries, insect, animal and human bites, minor eye injuries, injuries to back, shoulder and chest, minor allergic reactions and emergency contraception. Call 01795 562000.

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enny’s treatment room is at her home in Faversham, in a beautifully light room with French doors overlooking a calm, ordered roof garden, and sunlight streaming in. Penny herself is calm and softlyspoken, setting me at my ease with a glass of water and chance to relax (I’d got lost on the way and was late and stressed) before she took a detailed history, including things I have trouble with - one of which is the fact that I have an almost pathological aversion to housework of any kind and seem to live in a permanent state of disorganised clutter. Which can be frustrating. And I really, really want to be one of these perfect housewives with a tidy, sparkly home. So, with the goal for the session being “I do 30 minutes of housework every day” (I thought that was achievable and much less stressful than leaving it all for one day...) we began the session, or ‘balance’, which usually lasts about one-and-a-half hours. Penny asked me to lie on her massage couch and relax so she could start testing. If you haven’t had kinesiology before, this involves pressing against an arm or a leg to test for a ‘locking’ or ‘un-locking’ of the muscles. Once Penny had established a ‘normal’ response (as in ‘yes’ for a ‘locked’ or strong muscle and ‘no’ for an ‘unlocked’ or weak muscle) she was then was able to ask questions to find out the reasons behind my aversion to order and organisation. It’s very odd. Although I thought I was holding my arm just as strongly in the one position, it sometimes just completely gave way to the same pressure from Penny. According to Penny this is because although your conscious mind may not be aware of things, your sub-conscious mind, which controls muscles, IS aware, and can’t lie. Penny also tests to find the related emotion to the stress, and through yes and no answers to her questions she established that my emotion was one of self-pity... I guess that means I pity myself for having to do the housework. Which would be true, actually. So, how to snap me out of it?

Firstly Penny asked if there was anything which was sabotaging my goal. She established that mixed moulds and garlic were not helping. I must admit that this threw me slightly - I know mould is probably bad but I thought garlic was a super-food (and I love it) and I can’t see how it would stop me. But I am an open-minded sort, and by the end of the session Penny had managed to ‘reset’ me so that these things won’t be a problem in future. Penny then asked if there was anything which could help me with my goal, and the answers, by a process of elimination, came back as rose quartz (in my kitchen) probiotics, and a couple of Bach flower remedies. Even the the number of drops, how often each day and for how long were all supplied by my muscle resistance or weakness. To have kinesiology you need to not mind being touched, but there was nothing invasive or

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don’t do ANY of it. I have managed to do SOMETHING each day. I am not sure if it is the treatment itself, the fact that I talked about it and someone listened and took me seriously (instead of telling me to just get on with it which, believe me, has been done before), the rose quartz on my kitchen windowsill or the flower remedies. I’m not going to win any awards for tidiness or organisation, but I do feel more in control and sensible, which is quite nice, really. If you think Kinesiology would help you, Penny deals with the following issues: allergies, immune systems, pain, chronic or acute conditions, digestive disorders, depression, stress, anxiety, phobias, insomnia and other challenges in life. Penny is offering a discount for IMP readers in April of 20% off her normal rates. Call 01795 539 050 or visit www.pkp-balance.com. Christina Birkett

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uncomfortable about the session. And the only slightly awkward part for me was when Penny asked me to roleplay hoovering, mopping, cleaning and tidying while she tested my muscle responses to see if she’d cleared all the negative responses to the above... and it seemed that she had after about two hours. The whole process was calm and unhurried - in fact it was I who had to leave, there was no sense that Penny was trying to rush me or hurry anything along. It was lovely to just lie still for so long, without worrying about all the other things I should have been doing - so I did come away from the session feeling particularly relaxed and chilled out. And the main question? Am I now the perfect housewife? Well, no. BUT, I have been doing bits and pieces as I go along, which for me is a complete breakthrough. I am an all-or-nothing type and the main problem for me is that if I don’t have four hours to blitz the whole place (and who in the world DOES?) I

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PLAYING

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hen my first baby was born, I was astounded by the miracle that was Jacob and each day was filled with little insights at the wonder of nature, of motherhood and of humanity. For his first birthday I deliberated at length as to what I would give him as a present. One day it zapped into my head. After Jacob, what do I love more than anything? Music, of course. At that moment I decided that the only gift for my boychild was a violin. What better way to celebrate life than through music played by a small child and indeed, by humans in general? Jacob’s first birthday came and he hardly glanced at his beautiful new violin. His subsequent siblings were equally unimpressed. Still, this note chimed in my head and one day, I talked to Art Ferguson about sending my children to music lessons. A huge smile covered his face and he said that he knew just the person. I also spoke to another mother at the school and she said exactly the same thing. Layne Aviss has been teaching violin for years, and she is the most amazing music teacher I have ever met. I have rarely witnessed such patience and calm from any human being. After only six weeks Jacob and Samuel, through Layne and Georgina Cartledge’s clever techniques of using colours, animals, and stories (The Rainbow Violin Method), have already played whole songs beautifully. I have never been so proud in my life. Also through Layne I have discovered two string orchestras which originated and rehearse in Whitstable but are made up of children from schools throughout Faversham, Canterbury, Herne Bay, Selling, and Blean, as well as Whitstable. WOW (Whitstable on Wednesday) and TWO (Tuesday Whitstable Orchestra) started 12 years ago when Layne and three other music teachers saw a growing number of string players but no

ochestras. They started the Whitstable Apprentice Orchestra which evolved into two string orchestras that would delight not only their audiences, but those who played in them. Layne argues that playing in an ensemble encourages young musicians to listen carefully and work in a team to produce music which is difficult to create alone. “Being part of a group of like-minded people makes what you are doing much more satisfying and a whole load more fun,” she insists. The beginners can usually only offer a few notes, but married to the notes of the more experienced players, a beautiful tapestry of sound can be enjoyed by all. The more advanced players, from a confident grade two standard, meet on Tuesdays and the juniors, starting with an ability to read very simple music, meet on Wednesdays. Both are part of Kent Music and rehearse in term time at the Community College with kind permission from their very generous and supportive head, Mrs Sullivan-Tighe. The orchestra’s members range from seven years to fifty seven. New members join at the start of a school term so that they can all begin a new piece together. They all learn the music by ear. Their repertoire covers popular classics, folk music, popular music and even film soundtracks. WOW!TWO performs three or four times a year. For more info contact Layne on 01227 276 304 or laynelayne.co.uk Check the gig guide to see when they are playing next. And maybe not this year, but do look our for my children. They are the most talented and good-looking of all the musicians there. Malissa Taylor, with thanks to Layne Aviss

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Ellie Goulding ‘Lights’

MUSIC REVIEW

he’s a hot topic in British music, and that’s not just amongst the public. Ellie Goulding has won various awards in the last year including the BBC Sound of 2010 and the Critics’ Choice award at the Brit Awards. So there is a heavy weight upon the 23 yearold’s shoulders to deliver with her debut album. We’ve seen what she’s capable of, but will our new golden girl crack under the pressure? Thankfully not, in fact ‘Lights’ is exactly what we were after. Goulding’s voice is something heavenly as she glides through the 10 tracks of this stunning debut. Her folk-tale lyrics each play like a giddy and bubbly three-minute short story, enhanced by some brilliant synth effects. The album is incredibly well-produced; each track is crafted with excellence that allows the listener to enjoy Goulding’s music for all moods, whether dancing or relaxing. Like a young Björk, Goulding is able to capture the listener and keep them engrossed with each and every track, regardless of the subject matter. Stand-out tracks on this record include ‘Your Biggest Mistake’, ‘Wish I Stayed’ and ‘The Writer’, in all of which Goulding puts her heart and soul into the beautiful harmonics, but the best track on the album by far is the incredible opener, ‘Guns And Horses’. Like a bizarre blend of Electronic Dance and Symphony, the track smashes each genre together into a gorgeous pulp that is a sound sensation upon the ears. The final few moments of the song morph impressively into acapella that really shows us her talents. The album is very lyrically balanced too, with each track covering different emotions; from gentle and heart warming lyrics such as “Why don’t you be the artist and make me out of clay?” in ‘The Writer’, to the more gritty and darker lyrics of ‘Under The Sheets’

such as “You left your bloodstains on the floor... just like all the boys before.” The most impressive thing about this record however is that each song is incredibly dense in production terms. The sampling of synthesisers and other electronics allows the songs to feel deep and rich in emotion, content and sound quality. After a few tracks, the album begins to sound a little bit samey but compared to other current artists in her genre, she’s the boss and she’s having a blast. Goulding is playing at every major UK festival this year and it’s no wonder why. She is sure to be sticking with us for a while and I’m very happy about that. Ellie Goulding is the British discovery artist of 2010 and her debut album proves that she’s not going to be a ‘flash in the pan’ kind of artist. Verdict: 5 out of 5 – A must-buy. A sparkling debut from a shining star who’s sure to turn many heads this year. Chris Haydon

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Alice in Wonderland Cert: PG

FILM REVIEW

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f there was ever a director to remake the fantasy world that is Wonderland, it would have to be Tim Burton - and that’s exactly what he’s done, teaming up with his favourite actor Johnny Depp for their seventh picture together. Burton’s version of Wonderland has had a rough ride from critics and the public alike, with many saying it’s too dark and too scary. When you look at Burton’s filmography, they are probably right, but does that make it an inappropriate picture for children? Alice (Mia Wasikowska) has just turned 19 and is confronted by the burden of marriage. She feels forced to live her life under her family’s rules and routines. During her proposal, Alice flees the scene and is led towards a giant twisted tree that takes her to Wonderland, the place of her childhood dreams and imagination. She reunites with her old dream friends; The Mad Hatter (Johnny Depp), The Cheshire Cat (voiced by Stephen Fry), The White Rabbit (voiced by Michael Sheen) and Dormouse (voiced by Barbara Windsor) who foretell her destiny; she must destroy the Jabberwocky and end the Red Queen’s (Helena Bonham Carter) evil reign over the strange paradise she walks on. Burton clearly steers away from the original story, creating a new version of the beloved tale (something many were not happy about) but personally, I rather liked it. It made the story feel fresh and original, yet it still felt like watching a classic. He pulls out all his signature tricks, with Wonderland’s warped foliage and expressionistic scenery, its deranged characters and peculiar ideologies. The movie as a whole looks beautiful; each and every item is delicately crafted and shines on the screen like high art. Burton really has got better and better with each picture he directs and, for me, ‘Alice in Wonderland’, one of his best in recent years, is a real spectacle that needs to be witnessed on the big screen. The casting is perfection; not one voice or actor is out of place. Stephen Fry completely steals the show as The Cheshire Cat; Depp is hilarious as The Mad Hatter, and Wasikowska was the best possible choice for Alice; an unknown actress who is believable and refreshing in this much-beloved role. The film is dark, and it is scary for a PG rated picture. Some scenes are rather violent, even though it’s fantasy violence, and certain characters will possibly be frightening for small children. But I think most will find this a non-offensive and truly entertaining feature that will have its audience smiling, laughing and totally involved. Burton and Disney have really pushed the boat out with this one, and they’ve achieved gold. VERDICT: 4 out of 5 – A really great film that’s engaging, interesting and barrels of fun. Look out for the voice casting; virtually everyone is British, which is rather nice! Chris Haydon

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A Single Man Cert: 12A

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t seems that everybody is having a shot at making a feature film these days. We’ve had movies from Metal star Rob Zombie, respected Indie band The White Stripes - even Britain’s notorious graffiti artist Banksy, whose debut picture was released last month. But now it’s the turn of Tom Ford; the famous fashion designer who worked as the chief creative designer for Gucci. Ford’s picture is an adaptation of Christopher Isherwood’s famous novel of the same name. With very mixed feelings from critics and audiences alike, is Ford’s debut just 100 minutes of style with no substance? The film follows George Falconer (Colin Firth), a British college professor teaching English Literature in Los Angeles in 1962. Eight months have passed since the death of his beloved partner Jim (Matthew Goode), and he is still struggling to move on with his life. His best friend Charley (Julianne Moore) tries to breathe some hope back into his life the only way she knows how, but her lifestyle and attitudes are not the supporting hand George needs in order to reform. One of his students, Kenny Potter (Nicholas Hoult) takes a definite and rather concerning interest in George, providing him with someone to talk to and share his feelings with, a person who truly understands him. If a film is going to be directed by a fashion guru, it’s going to look good, and ‘A Single Man’ looks superb. Ford’s gentle direction and some great lighting effects create a beautiful palette of swooning colours that plasters the screen with elegance and radiance. Each object is rendered to its fullest-possible beauty. Admittedly, some shots look like they came straight out of an advert for Gucci or Dolce and Gabbana; particularly a sequence with a young male prostitute standing in a phone box, but this isn’t a major distraction. The picture is also performed wonderfully. Firth gives us his best performance to date - a character laced with sadness and great depression, but with little sparks of humour, that not only make his performance harrowing and poignant, but also charming and witty. Moore is great as Charley and Hoult is brilliant as Kenny by being a believable character with a stellar American accent which I was surprised the Brit could pull off. To a certain extent, this film does have more style than substance, but it’s helped along by some great performances and some decent direction from a newcomer. Ford’s particular attention to detail perhaps shows his previous work a little too obviously but, ultimately, ‘A Single Man’ is a solid drama that portrays love and loss interestingly and believably.

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VERDICT: 4 out of 5 – A decent debut picture that’s not just eye candy. Well worth watching. Chris Haydon

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FAVERSHAM FACTS & FIGURES

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Faversham-based photographer Samantha Jones has set up a ning network on the web, Made in Faversham: http://madeinfaversham.ning. com, all about promoting local creative people and businesses in the Faversham community, what people do and where they do it! Keep it local and join the network to be part of this community and help promote Faversham and its talent! See you on there soon...

Staff at local estate agents, Your Move, are celebrating following the announcement that they have been shortlisted in the South East region of the prestigious Estate Agent & Letting Agent Awards 2010 sponsored by Estate Agent Today, HomeLet and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). The Faversham based agency is now in with a chance of collecting a regional gold, silver or bronze award - and possibly the National Grand Prix Award - which will be presented by top TV personality Phil Spencer of Channel 4’s Location, Location, Location on April 15 in London. Michelle Reilly for Your Move in Faversham commented: “We’re delighted to have been shortlisted for these awards and, as they are based on local customer feedback, we feel it acknowledges our true commitment to providing quality customer service. We’re now looking forward to finding out if we are successful in winning an award in April.”

Faversham Umbrella on Court Street is home to The Arden Next-Step Workshops for young adults - aimed at 17-35-year-olds recovering from depression or other mental illness, which may have prevented them from being involved in mainstream society. The workshops, held four days a week from 10-12 or 1-3pm, provide the opportunity for socialising as well as promoting selfdetermintation, self-worth and enhancing daily life through creative activities. Places are available by arrangement with the Manager and the activities include: design, painting, pottery, cookery, woodwork, needlecraft, photography and glass-painting. The Umbrella also provides a dropin club from 12-3pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, with a variety of social activities, and refreshments available at a small charge. Call 01795 531811 for more details.

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A new cooking course comes to Bysing Wood Children’s Centre in April with the pioneering Community Chef Project which offers free practical cookery sessions run by Mike Spackman, a qualified chef and teacher. All parents and carers of pre-school children are welcome to sign up for this course. Mike will show you how to cook healthy food for you and your children from

scratch using raw ingredients. Topics covered include: Quick Meals using a few simple ingredients; Family Meals, and Healthy Alternatives to takeaway food. At the end of each session, your children will be invited to share the meals created by you and the group. The next course runs at Bysing Wood Children’s Centre, Bysing Wood Primary School, Lower Road from Monday April 19 to May 24 from 1-3pm each week (apart from the Bank Holiday Monday on May 3). A free creche is provided for children aged up to five. Feedback from earlier participants has been positive: “I’ve enjoyed making different foods and being able to have a go at home. It’s fun as well.” “The course has given me the opportunity to try and taste new food and be part of a group. I like the different ways you can work with vegetables.” “It’s given me greater confidence. I’m more determined to cook from fresh more often.” Children’s Centres in Faversham offer a wide range of play and learning opportunities for children aged up to five and their parents or carers. To book for the Community Chef course or to register for our free monthly newsletter, please phone 01795 531555. Check out What’s on? from page 44 for regular groups and classes.

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mOare Music will be back for a third consecutive year in 2010 on September 11 & 12 in the gardens of The Three Mariners. Curated by Hamish Stuart, Claire Houlihan and Tom Sutton-Roberts, mOare Music is an annual music festival held in the intimate gardens of The Three Mariners Inn, Oare, Faversham. mOare Music will be giving away some free tickets. Details will be announced on facebook and twitter. Join the mOare Music Fan Page on Facebook and the mOare Music Twitter feed at www.twitter. com/moaremusic to be in with a chance to win 2 x Weekend Passes!

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THE LETTER BOX Dear IMP,

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Hi there, Many thanks for first issue of the IMP which I read with interest. Thanks also for asking for feedback so here goes: Positive • Attractive • Professional & modern appearance • Interesting & varied content & layout • Not overloaded with ads - this may not be good from your perspective but as a reader it’s great! Negative • Huge Whitstable inﬂuence - even page 3 Welcome - maybe because most contributors are based in Whitstable but found it rather frustrating & irritating! • Music overload & very little art I look forward to reading next couple of issues, Pam McLean Thanks for that, Pam - glad about all the positives. As for the negatives, I have to admit the Whitstable mention on page 3 was my mistake. And the Whitstable influence on the rest of the magazine will hopefully decrease as more and more Faversham locals become aware of the IMP and start letting us know about themselves, and what they’d like to see more of. That’s the plan, anyway... Hopefully the music/arts balance works better this month as well.

POETS’ CORNER I am a flower picker. I love daisies But don’t tell the wife. I am a knitter of cardigans. I wear ballet shoes - But don’t tell the wife. I cry over romantic novels. I gorge myself on chocolate - But don’t tell the wife. I crave scented soap. I love tangerine bubble bath - But don’t tell the wife. I enjoy clothes shopping But don’t tell the wife. I pretend to follow football. I hate the taste of lager. I’m a reluctant golfer. I have no enthusiasm for racing cars. So I’m begging you - Don’t tell the wife. Our common interest is arguments. We would die of boredom. So keep your mouth shut.

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GARDENING TIPS FOR APRIL

April is the busiest time of year for Garden Designer Dominic Brice, and this year is no exception. The sunny spring weather brings gardening to the front of our minds with the desire to get things in order for the approaching summer. This month Dominic offers some practical tips and ideas that will help you transform your outdoor space. Planning your garden It is important to consider the position of the sun in the garden in relation to when you spend time in it. For instance, if you are in the garden mostly in the afternoons or early evening and you like sunshine, make sure your patio or decking area is positioned to take full advantage of all the available sunshine (the sun rises in the east and sets in the west). This also applies to planting some plants require full sun and some are shadelovers. Careful selection of plants to suit your gardenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s aspect always pays dividends.

A pergola for shade

Garden lighting can extend the hours of your day outside and bring a whole new ambience to your garden. Creative garden lighting concentrates on subtle schemes that create atmosphere and enhance the planting, garden features and architecture within a space. This type of lighting can have an incredible effect on a garden, bringing it to life and warming it up even in the depths of winter. Many people leave their curtains open at night to see the new vistas created by the clever positioning of garden lights. Please remember that you must use an electrician to do any outside wiring or garden lighting.

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Pergolas are timber structures that climbing plants can be trained over. They can provide a shady area to escape from the sun in summer. Pergolas bring height to a garden, creating a focal point that will add interest to a space. They can also be positioned to create a walkway or gateway to separate parts of a large garden. There are also lots of different types of arbors, archways and trellis that can be used to create vertical interest in a garden.

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Magnolia

What’s looking good? Tulips Tulips are out in force during April, my favourite is The Black Tulip, commonly called the Queen of the Night. It belongs to the genus Tulipa that has over a hundred species of bulbous flowering plants. The Queen of the Night tulip has large, velvety, deep cocoa-purple flowers on tall stems. Black tulips appear nearly jet-black at early dawn and before dusk. It is a great attraction in the midday sunshine flashing its deep purple colour, and has a delicious scent.

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n Mulch around roses and shrubs – Apply a layer of organic mulch around roses and shrubs to help with moisture retention. Use ericacseous compost around Azalea and Rhododendrons. n Hard pruning – Prune back tall stems of buddleia davidii and cut back colourful dogwoods right down to about 12” from the ground. n Keep on top of the mowing – Keep the grass cut regularly during April as it will be growing at its fastest rate during he spring. n Weed and feed – April is the best time of year to apply lawn feeds and weed treatments. Make sure you follow the instructions, and choose environmentally-friendly treatments if possible. Dominic Brice

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Magnolias are a real eye-catcher during April with their large colourful blooms. They vary in size from large trees to small shrubs and are often fragrant. Magnolias produce some of the largest flowers of any tree or shrub grown in UK gardens, though some species take many years to flower. The flowers often appear before the leaves and are showy, solitary and very fragrant. Magnolias prefer acid soil so use plenty of ericacseous compost when planting.

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the gig guide This information is intended as guide only, and may be subject to last-minute changes. Contact details are provided for all venues.

Faversham 1 - The Carpenter’s Arms - GROOVE CHASERS - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234 2 - The Plough - GOOSEBUMPS FREE - 9pm. 01795 890256 4 - The Anchor - UNDER THE WOOD7-9pm, FREE entry, 01795 536471 4 - The Carpenter’s Arms - JAZZ SUNDAY - 4.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234 5 - The Three Mariners HAMISH STEWART - 6pm, FREE 01795 533633 7 - The Chimney Boy - FOLK CLUB - 8pm. Call Mary on 01795 534 368 or 07980 203992 8 - The Carpenter’s Arms - STEVE BOLTON - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234 9 - The Carpenter’s Arms JAILBIRD - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234 10 - The Bull Inn - KARAOKE - 8pm, FREE entry, 01795 534740 11 - The Anchor - THE RONNIES 7-9pm, FREE entry, 01795 536471 14 - The Chimney Boy - FOLK CLUB - 8pm. Call Mary on 01795 534 368 or 07980 203992

15 - The Carpenter’s Arms SLUG PIXIES - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234 16 - The Plough - THE ORIGINAL CHARING HILLBILLIES - FREE - 9pm. 01795 890256 18 - The Anchor -RONNIE FALCON7-9pm, FREE entry, 01795 536471 21 - The Chimney Boy - FOLK CLUB - FRASER NIMMO - £5/£6, 8pm. Call Mary on 07980 203992 22 - The Carpenter’s Arms DR JAZZ - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234

Whitstable 1 - Whitstable Labour Club MIKE SILVER - £7 / (£5 members) 07895 683567 1 - The Ship - CRUISE CONTROL FREE, 9pm. 01227 264740 1 - Deco 5 - MUSIQUE FEMME Emily Peasgood and female guest 01227 770079 1-3 - Whitstable Playhouse FIDDLER ON THE ROOF - UKC Musical Theatre Society. 7.45pm 01227 272042 2 - Deco 5 - STANDARD 5 01227 770079

23 - The Plough - HULLABALLOO FREE - 9pm. 01795 890256

2 - East Kent - EMILY & THE BEATS 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 272 018

24 - The Swan & Harlequin ELBERT FELC - FREE, 8pm 01795 532341

2 - Coach & Horses - PHIL’S BAND 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 264 732

24 - The Bull Inn - KARAOKE 8pm, FREE entry, 01795 534740 25 - The Anchor - JIM & JEFF 7-9pm, FREE entry, 01795 536471 28 - The Chimney Boy - FOLK CLUB - 8pm. Call Mary on 01795 534 368 or 07980 203992 29 - The Carpenter’s Arms THE FLING - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234

3 - Deco 5 - THE VIOLET JIVE 01227 770079 3 - The Old Neptune - CROOKED STYLE - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 272262 3 - East Kent - LEE - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 272 018 4 - The Old Neptune - BRENDAN POWER - 5-8pm, FREE entry 01227 272262 4 - The Two Brewers - BLUE DEVILS - 9pm, FREE entry 01227 272150

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4 - The Smack - KARAOKE 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

16 - East Kent - HOOCHIES - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 272 018

7 - The Smack - OPEN MIC 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

16 - Royal Native Oyster Stores MICHEAL CHAPMAN & BRIDGET ST JOHN - £8 / (£6 members) 07895 683567

8 - The Ship - WHITE PEPPER FREE, 9pm. 01227 264740 8 - Deco 5 - GALLIARD 01227 770079 9 - Coach & Horses - SELKIE 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 264 732 9 - Deco 5 - CHRIS CORCORAN TRIO - 01227 770079 9 - Whitstable Brewery Bar RUBBER BISCUIT/BALBULUS - 8pm, £5 on the door. - 01227 772157

16- Horsebridge BLUE RHYTHM KINGS - 8pm £8/6 - 01227 281174 16 - The Whistlestop FREELOADERS - 01227 272725 17 - The Old Neptune - ANOUSKA 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

24 - Deco 5 - FLETCH 01227 770079 24 - The Old Neptune - LITTLE ORANGE HEAD - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 272262 25 - The Old Neptune - TOBY BIRELLI - 5-8pm, FREE entry 01227 272262 28 - The Two Brewers - THE RIDDICKS - 9pm, FREE entry 01227 272150 29 - Deco 5 - MUSIQUE FEMME Emily Peasgood and female guest 01227 770079

10 - Coach & Horses - LED GREMLIN - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 264 732

16- Horsebridge - A GLIMPSE OF STOCKING - 8pm - £10/8 01227 281174

10 - The Smack - TVC - 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

17 - Deco 5 - DAYLIGHT SAVING 01227 770079

30 - Deco 5 - GET APE - 01227 770079

10 - Deco 5 - THE LUCKY ONES 01227 770079

18 - The Old Neptune - VINCE MARTYN - 5-8pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

30 - Coach & Horses ROY BROWN - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 264 732

18 - The Smack - KARAOKE 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

30 - East Kent - CRASH TONES 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 272 018

21 - The Smack - OPEN MIC 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

30- Horsebridge - COMEDY NIGHT 8pm - £7/5 - 01227 281174

22 - Deco 5 - MUSIQUE FEMME Emily Peasgood and female guest 01227 770079

30 - The Whistlestop - LANDLORD TENANT ACT - 01227 272725

11 - The Old Neptune - CAMINE 5-8pm, FREE entry 01227 272262 14 - The Smack - ZED HEADS9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056 15 - Deco 5 - MUSIQUE FEMME Emily Peasgood and female guest 01227 770079 15 - The Ship - FREELOADERS FREE, 9pm. 01227 264740

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16 - Coach & Horses JIM & GEOFF - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 264 732

24- Horsebridge - JO FRANCIS & THE BLUE NOTES - 8pm - £8/6 01227 281174

16 - Deco 5 - FILTHY BOOZEHOUNDS - 01227 770079 16 - The Old Neptune - EMILY & THE BEATS - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

22 - The Ship - RUN VT - FREE, 9pm. 01227 264740 23 - Deco 5 - SNEAKIN SALLY 01227 770079 23 - East Kent - HONKONGFOOEY 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 272 018 23 - The Whistlestop - FLING 01227 272725

29 - The Ship - SOLD OUT - FREE, 9pm. 01227 264740

MAY Faversham 2 - The Carpenter’s Arms - JAZZ SUNDAY - 4.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234 5 - The Chimney Boy - FOLK CLUB - JOE BROUGHTON & KEVIN DEMPSEY - (£^/7)- 8pm. Call Mary on 01795 534 368 or 07980 203992

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6 - Deco 5 - MUSIQUE FEMME Emily Peasgood and female guest 01227 770079

7 - The Plough - GET CARTER- FREE - 9pm. 01795 890256

6 - Whitstable Labour Cliue - FOLK CLUB - ROY BAILY - 8pm, £7/5. 07895 683567

8 - The Bull Inn - KARAOKE - 8pm, FREE entry, 01795 534740 12 - The Chimney Boy - FOLK CLUB - 8pm. Call Mary on 01795 534 368 or 07980 203992

6 - The Ship - KELLY’S HEROES FREE, 9pm. 01227 264740 7 - Deco 5 - KIT CURTIS 5 01227 770079

13 - The Carpenter’s Arms SELKIE - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234

7 - Coach & Horses BLUES FUSION - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 264 732

19 - The Chimney Boy - FOLK CLUB - 8pm. Call Mary on 01795 534 368 or 07980 203992

7 - East Kent - METROPOLIS - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 272 018

20 - The Carpenter’s Arms GOOSEBUMPS - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234

8 - The Old Neptune - RELIG ORAN - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

Whitstable

8 - Deco 5 - TIFFANEY WELLS 01227 770079

1 - Deco 5 - RICHARD ROZZE’S BEARING EDGE TRIO - 01227 770079

8 - The Smack - TVC - 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

1 - Coach & Horses - MICHAEL KERR - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 264 732

9 - The Old Neptune - TENER DUENDE - 5-8pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

1 - East Kent - BLUES FUSION 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 272 018

13 - Deco 5 - MUSIQUE FEMME Emily Peasgood and female guest 01227 770079

1 - The Old Neptune - COMPLETE UNKNOWNS - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

13 - The Ship - ESSENTIAL DUO ACOUSTICS - FREE, 9pm. 01227 264740

2 - The Old Neptune - FLUTATIOUS 5-8pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

14 - Coach & Horses - JAZZ 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 264 732

2 - The Smack - KARAOKE 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

15 - Deco 5 - ZED HEADS 01227 770079

2 - Whitstable Brewery Bar RUBBER BISCUIT/BALBULUS - 8pm, £5 on the door. - 01227 772157

15 - The Old Neptune - STEVE BOLTON - 9-11pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

5 - The Smack - OPEN MIC 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

16 - The Old Neptune - MATT BROOKS - 5-8pm, FREE entry 01227 272262

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16 - The Smack - KARAOKE 9-11pm, FREE entry. 01227 273056

CLASSICAL APRIL 2 - FRIENDS IN HARMONY (with Diana Whybrow) - St John’s Methodist Church, Argyle Rd, Whitstable - 3pm, FREE entry with retiring collection for charity, refreshments served afterwards. Details: 01227 265349 2 - FOLKESTONE CHORAL SOCIETY - Mendelssohn: Hymn of Praise, Christus, Hear my Prayer. 7.30pm, Leas Cliff Hall, Folkestone, Kent, CT20 2DZ 8 - FAVERSHAM MUSIC SOCIETY - Piano Recital by Malcolm Binns - 8pm, QE Grammar, Abbey Place, Faversham. 01795 535 937 24 - WHITSTABLE MUSIC SOCIETY The Emporer Quartet - Mendelssohn & Cherubini. 7.30, Whitstable Methodist Church, £12. 24 - CANTEMUS - Mozart: Requiem, Horn Concerto in Eb. St Paul’s, Canterbury, CT1 2NH,

MAY 8 - ASHFORD CHORAL SOCIETY Beethoven: Mass in C; Bernstein: Chichester Psalms; Poulenc: Gloria. Saga Pavillion, Enbrook Park, Folkestone CT20 3SE. To publicise your gig here please email christina@the-imp. co.uk or write to The IMP, PO Box 290. CT5 9AH. Deadline for the May issue will be April 12

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6 - The Carpenter’s Arms CARTER’S ALIBI - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 890234

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Kent festivals for 2010 We know you don’t mind travelling a bit to see and hear your favourite bands - so here’s a quick guide to the festivals in Kent this year to help you plan for sunnier times... APRIL 2-5 THE BRITANNIA REOPENING WEEKEND, Margate. 4 days of live music! 2-5 - CANTERBURY HOCKEY FESTIVAL Polo Farm Sports Club, Canterbury www.polofarm.org/ hockey/easter Email: easter2010@polofarm.org 8-10 - GURKHA FESTIVAL OF MUSIC Duke of York’s Royal Military School, Dover www.gurkhafestivalofmusic.co.uk

MAY 1-3 - ROCHESTER SWEEPS FESTIVAL http://www.kent.co.uk/events/ rochester-sweeps-festival High Street Rochester Kent ME1 1LX 01634 843666

JUNE 5 - ROCKFEST www. billmurrayevents.com Details TBC 11-13 - SELLINDGE MUSIC FESTIVAL www.sellindgemusicfestival.co.uk Band bookings – Jamie Boyd email: jamie@triptychevents.co.uk 18-27 STOUR MUSIC FESTIVAL Boughton Aluph, Nr Ashford www.stourmusic.org.uk

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19-20 QFEST Quex Park, Birchington www.qfest.co.uk 19-20 - MARGATE’S BIG EVENT www.thanet.gov.uk/news/focus_ on_news/margate_big_event.aspx 01843 577167/577638 events@thanet.gov.uk

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19-25 BROADSTAIRS DICKENS FESTIVAL www. broadstairsdickensfestival.co.uk c/o Miss Sylvia Hawkes 01843 861827. 10 Lanthorne Road, Broadstairs, Kent CT10 3NH 19-Jul 4 - WHITSTABLE BIENNALE info@whitstablebiennale.com

JULY 2-11 - HYTHE FESTIVAL 9-11 - LOUNGE ON THE FARM www.loungeonthefarm.co.uk Merton Farm, Canterbury 18 & 19 - ASHFORD FESTIVAL IN THE PARK 22-24 - CANTERBURY BEER FESTIVAL gillandgerrykeay@ btinternet.com Gill Keay 01227 463478 24-30 - WHITSTABLE OYSTER FESTIVAL Michelle 01227 862267 25 - RAMSGATE CARNIVAL 07999419623 www.visitthanet.co.uk 30-31 THANET ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL King George VI Park admin@thanetfest.co.uk 31-Aug 1 - WHITSTABLE REGATTA Tankerton Slopes 01227 274313 31-Aug 1 - MARGATE CARNIVAL margatecarnivalgroup@btinternet. com 01843 293733 MARGATE JAZZ FESTIVAL Details TBC

AUGUST 6-8 HEVY FESTIVAL - Change of location! Now being held at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park. www.hevy.co.uk

6-13 - BROADSTAIRS FOLK WEEK info@broadstairsfolkweek.org.uk 01843 604080 14-15 - DOVER REGATTA gill@doverregatta.co.uk www.doverregatta.co.uk 16-21 - RAMSGATE REGATTA www. ramsgateweek.com info@rtyc.com 21-29 - HERNE BAY FESTIVAL liz.flynn@canterbury.gov.uk 01227 862406

SEPTEMBER 3-5 - ASHFORD BEER FESTIVAL Ashford Rugby Club cjakers@ hotmail.com 01233 647274 4-5 - FAVERSHAM HOP FESTIVAL catherineherbert@swale.gov.uk 01795 417426 11-12 MOARE MUSIC Three Mariners, Oare 01795533633 info@thethreemarinersoare.co.uk 11-12 MAIDSTONE BEER FESTIVAL kvernon@kentlife.org.uk 01622 621242

OCTOBER 16-30 - CANTERBURY FESTIVAL Kent’s International Arts Festival, Canterbury www.canterburyfestival. co.uk 01227 452853 info@ canterburyfestival.co.uk

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ALTERNATIVE WAYS TO...

Put a spring in your step

e have finally made it through one of the longest and coldest winters most people can remember, have come skipping and jumping through March, and with only Spring on our minds and here we are, April at last. Or is it just an anti-climax because it is STILL cold and rainy and a long wait till the summer? If you feel that spring is perpetually on its way but never quite breaking through, Stephanie Shanti recommends these simple exercises to literally put a spring in your step.

The Tree Pose â&#x20AC;˘S tand up straight, with your feet together and arms by your sides. The toes are spread, thighs strong and the pelvis tilted slightly so that the coccyx points towards the floor. â&#x20AC;˘ The shoulders are slightly back and down, the chest open. Tree Pose

Go for a long walk - set aside some time to walk in nature. Even if it is raining or cold, wrap up warm, put on your waterproofs and go and find some spring flowers. Even the process of looking for and finding these signs of spring can really help lift the spirits. Breathe in deeply and just walk. Why not pack a picnic or treat yourself to lunch out and make a day of it? Just planning a day trip out will set you on your way to finding the spring in your step!

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Do some yoga outside. Try the tree pose outside by a tree, or the dancer in the garden - or anywhere you can find some outdoor space. Not only will they develop your co-ordination, balance, stamina and posture; practising them outside will help your lungs circulate some welldeserved fresh air around your body, and breathe away any cobwebs which might be making you feel lethargic.

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The Dancer •S tart from the same position. • Standing upright, slowly lift the left foot behind you and take hold of it with your left hand. • Bring the knees together. • When you have your balance, take the right arm straight up, alongside your ear. • Then, concentrating on a fixed point in front of you, slowly lean forwards with the upper body, taking the left leg back a little. Finally, if you want to stretch further, you can lift the left foot up behind you as far as you can. • Hold the pose, breathing deeply for about 10 breath and slowly come out. • Repeat on the other side.

Eat some Spring Greens. We do not necessarily eat our vegetables in season anymore, since we can now buy vegetables imported from anywhere in the world. But there is nothing quite like the veg that pops out in the spring, especially if you can eat it within minutes of being picked. See if you can find fresh asparagus, broad beans and peas from a local supplier or allotment, and check that they have been recently picked. Then steam them and serve with butter and a little salt. Mmmmmm. You could also try Spring vegetable and Miso soup, found on the Saturday Kitchen website, or a delicious Spring vegetable risotto. Eating these young fresh greens as nature intended will definitely put that Spring in your step! Stephanie Shanti The Dancer

Please check that the positions Stephanie describes are suitable for you before you begin. Check with your Health Professional if you are unsure.

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•T ake your left foot and place the sole of against the right inner thigh. (You can also try putting the foot against the other calf or knee at first.) • Take the left knee back as far as possible but keep the hips in line. • When you have found your centre, bring your hands together in front of your chest. For a more advanced posture, take your arms up towards the sky, alongside the ears, palms together. • Hold the pose for about 10 deep breaths and come out slowly. Repeat on the other side.

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what’s on? Faversham what’s Faversham what’s on? Faversham what’s on?on? Faversham what’s on? Fave CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES Activities and times may change, please check before you arrive. Babies Post Natal Group (Invitation only) – Mondays 1-3pm (excluding bank holidays) – Call 01795 562040 for more information Aqua Babes – Tuedays 10.30-11.30am – this is a great way for your new baby to discover water in a relaxed setting with help on hand, and plenty of toys, songs and games. Call the Faversham Pools on 01795 532426. Breastfeeding Group – Thursdays 10-12. Support on breastfeeding from experts and other mums. Call 01795 562038 for more information. Baby Club (for younger parents) – Thursdays 1012 in the Health Education Room, Faversham Health Centre. Run by the team of health visitors. Call 01795 562041 for more information. Bumbles Playgroup – Thursdays 2-4pm at Sebud House, Century Road. For those with tiny babies only, so no toddlers please! New members are always welcome, call 01795 530763. Aqua Babes – Fridays 10.30-11.30am. A great way for your new baby to discover water in a relaxed setting with help on hand, and plenty of toys, songs and games. Call the Faversham Pools on 01795 532426. Parent & Toddler NCT Coffee Mornings – Mondays 10-11am (excluding bank holidays) at the St Mary’s Children’s Centre, St Mary C of E School. Toys, books and an outdoor play area within a safe setting. Just turn up or call the children’s centre on: 01795 591101 Arts and Crafts – Mondays 9.30-10.30am at Faversham Family Centre. Call 01795 539910 for more information. Boughton Mother and Toddler Group – Tuesdays 9-10.45am at Boughton Village Hall – 01227 752985

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Bounce and Rhyme – every other Tuesday from 10.3011am at the library on Newton Road. Sit in a big circle and sing songs with your babies and toddlers – and pick up some library books at the same time! Call 01795 532448 for more information. Bumbles baby and toddler music – Tuesdays 2-2.45pm, Sebud House, Century Road. Call 01795 536703 if you want to introduce your little one to a whole range of new instruments and songs. Butterflies Toddlers – Tuesdays 10-11:30am (termtime only). Lots of activities (jigsaws, games, books etc) for toddlers. Call 01795 537648 to find out availability.

Newnham Toddler group – Tuesdays 10.30-12 at Newnham Village Hall. Call 01795 890633 for more information. Jelly Tots Parent and Toddler Group – Tuesdays 10-12 at Bysing Wood Community Centre. Call 01795 539910. Storytime – Wednesdays 2:15-2:35pm, Faversham Library, Newton Road. Sit on the big cushions and hear a new story, and explore the books on offer with your toddler. Call 01795 532448 for more information. Bumbles baby and toddler music – Wednesdays 9.45-10.30am, Sebud House, Century Road. Call 01795 536703 if you want to introduce your little one to a whole range of new instruments and songs. Tumblers – Wednesdays 10-11am, the Jubilee Centre, Whitstable Road. Spend time with your toddler climbing, sliding, balancing, jumping and swinging at this fun, hands-on session, and earn badges and certificates along the way. Call 01795 532132 for more information. Butterflies Toddlers – Wednesdays 10-11.30am (termtime only). Lots of activities (jigsaws, games, books etc) for toddlers. Call 01795 537648 to find out availability. Tot Zone – Wednesdays 10-11.30 and 1.30-3pm, the Gospel Mission Hall, Tanner Street. Call 01795 531181 for more information. Newnham Toddler group – Wednesdays 10.30-12 at Newnham Village Hall. Call 01795 890633 for more info. Bysingwood Parents & Toddlers – Thursdays 9.3011.30am, Bysingwood School, Lower Road. Call 01795 534644 for more information. Smarties Parent & Toddler group – Thursdays 10-12 at The Alexander Centre, Preston Street. Call 01795 538206 for more information. Tumblers – Fridays 9.30-10.30am & 11-12 at the Jubilee Centre, Whitstable Road. Spend time with your toddler climbing, sliding, balancing, jumping and swinging at this fun, hands-on session, and earn badges and certificates along the way. Call 01795 532132 for more information. Bacon Butty - Dads only, please! – Saturdays 10-12 first Saturdays at the Faversham Family Centre. Call 01795 539910 for more information. School Children/After-School Clubs Davington Out of School Club 01795 536339 Eastling After School Club: 01795 890 252 Irish Dancing - ages 5+ at the Whitstable Parish Social Centre, Castle Road. Tuesdays from 3.30pm, Saturdays 10.30-12. Call Janice for details on 07895 457020 Langton Lane Swimming Club, Canterbury. All ages and abilities, qualified instructors. Simon Langton School pools. 07817 171 524 joylaneswimming@live.co.uk

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on? Faversham what’s on? Faversham what’s on? Faversham Clubs/Societies Arden Theatre Group / Faversham Young Players www.ardentheatre.co.uk, 01795 531 600 or 533 159. Faversham Art Society - 01233 621167 Faversham Bridge Club - Tuesdays at the Chimney Boy, Preston Street, Thursdays at the Guildhall. 7.30pm, visitors welcome but with partners as no host system. patsainsbury@uwclub.net Faversham Choral Society - www.favchoral.org, 01795 538882

Faversham Town Council, Preston Street, 01795 594442/3 Faversham Umbrella, Court Street, 01795 531811 Fire Safety Team, Maidstone, 01622 698360 Kent Association for the Blind, Market Place, 01795 530222 Kent County Council, Maidstone, 01622 671411 Millfield Allotments Association, Millfield, 01795 530490 MS Society, Kent Branch, 01273 501867

Faversham Film Society - www.favfilmsoc@aol.com, £4/yr membership

Royal British Legion, Chimney Boy, 01795 533546

Faversham Flower Club - 2nd Tuesdays, 7.30pm, The Alexander Centre. 01795 533 549

St Mary’s Children’s Centre 01795 591101

Faversham Folk Club - Wednesdays 8pm, The Chimney Boy, Preston Street. www.favershamfolkclub. net. Mary: 01795 534368 Faversham Mission Brass - www. favershammissionbrass.btik.uk, 01795 533 473 Faversham Music Club - 01795 535 937 Faversham Society - 01795 534 542 Faversham Winemakers’ Guild - Alf Hover: 01795 533 058 New World Academy of Performing Arts 07799 465 868 Oare String Orchestra - www.oare-string-orchestra.org, 01795 535 209

Samaritans, jo@samaritans.org, 08457 909090 Swale Borough Council, Sittingbourne, 01795 424341 Swale Police Crime Prevention, Sittingbourne, 01795 584156 Tourist Information Centre, Preston Street, 01795 534542

FITNESS Aqua Aerobics Mondays 4.45-5.45pm, Fridays 9.3010.30am - Tree Tops Retreat, Wraik Hill, Whitstable. £4.50/class inc tea or coffee. Booking essential. 01227 280265, 07850 104560 Irish Dancing for adults - Whitstable Women’s Institute Hall on Joy Lane. Mondays term time 8-9pm. Janice: 07895 457020

Transition Town Faversham - to encourage awareness of how climate change & future energy can affect us on a local level - and prepare for change www. transitiontownfaversham.web.com 01795 531 998

Health

Community Organisations Age Concern - Middle Row, 01795 53276

Bank Street Doctors Surgery, Bank Street, 01795 562004

Bysing Wood Children’s Centre 01795 531555

Faversham Minor Injuries Unit 01795 562000

Canterbury College 01795 535710

Newton Place Doctors Surgery, Newton Road, 01795 530777

Citizens Advice Bureau 0870 121 2109 Creek Wardens 07758 001449 Dawes Community Association, Hernhill, 01227 751665

SWINE ‘FLU TELEPHONE ADVICE LINE: 0800 1 513 513 WEBSITE: www.direct.gov.uk/swineflu

Out of Hours service – 0844 800 1234 NHS Direct - including Out of Hours Pharmacies - 0845 46 47 Blood Donation – 08457 711 711

Faversham Tourism Association 01797 361445

Stop Smoking Service - 0800 849 4444

Faversham Assistance Centre, Stone Street, 01795 535580

Disability Information and Advice Line Tel: 01227 771155

Faversham Community Cafe & Resource Centre, Preston Street, 01795 590089 Faversham Cottage Hospital, Stone Street, 01795 562066 Faversham Market, Town Centre, 01189 451799

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NHS Patient Advice and Liaison Service 0800 085 6606 Local Policing Police surgeries and meetings: www.kent.police.uk

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what’s on? Faversham what’s on? Faversham what’s on? LOCAL SERVICES Alternative Therapies Beauty bbeautiful mobile beauty therapy & beauty room. Bridal make-up packages, Facials, O.P.I Manicures & Pedicures, UV Gel nails, Lash/Brow tints, Waxing, Individual lashes. Pamper parties and Teenage makeup parties. Gift vouchers available. Insured and a member of Associated Beauty Therapists. Call Rachel on 07784223287 Emphasising Beauty - Semi-permanent make-up. Eyebrows, eyeliner and lips. Eyelash extensions individually applied (silk and coloured available). Creative nail extensions, Jessica Manicures and Pedicures. Over 13 years experience. Qualified, insured and licensed. 07902877309 01227 264001 www.emphasisingbeauty.co.uk Mobile Hairdressing for all the family. Cuts, colours, foils, children’s cuts and hair for special occassions. Call Vicky for an appointment on 07833 664 691/ 01227 272154. Cake Making Chrissie’s Kitchen - Beautiful, delicious cakes for birthdays, weddings, christenings - any special occasion, or just because you fancy a treat! www.chrissies-kitchen.co.uk or call Chrissie on 07511 009 757 Computer Repair Whitstable Computer Repair - All types of help with your PC, no call-out fee within 10 mile radius of Whitstable. Very competitive rates. www. WhitstableComputerRepair.co.uk or call 0800 224 8824

Family History Who do you think you are? Would you like some help tracing your family history? Why not call me, Richard on 01227 281771 or e-mail rhove@tiscali.co.uk and I will be happy to discuss how I can help. Parties Candles and Home Accessories? Quality fragrant candles in a variety of shapes, colours and sizes. TriGlow Reed Diffusers. Have an evening/coffee morning with friends and host a candle party. Monthly Hostess/ Guest specials. Call: Karen 07956 575980 www. candlesulite.com Weddings Beautiful wedding cakes made to your specification. Go to www.chrissies-kitchen.co.uk or call Chrissie to arrange an appointment on 07511 009 757. Wedding Singer - Make your day really special with beautiful classical music - available for weddings, christenings and any special occasion. Call Christina on 07511 009 757 or listen at www.myspace.com/ christinabosanko

FURTHER AFIELD UK Emerald Quays, Shoreham-by-Sea Nr Brighton ‘Quayside’ is a 2 bedroom luxury apartment with indoor heated pool, spa and gym Sleeps up to 5. American fridge/freezer, dishwasher etc. £450pw April-June. For availability, pictures and rates visit all year: www.holidaylettings.co.uk/94431 Shoreham Beach. Call 07799 263765 /07771 858889 Abroad

HDG Networks: the only Trading Standards-Approved and Microsoft-Certified computer repair and IT support company in East Kent, based in Whitstable. www.hdgnet.com / 08000 434638 / 01227 280282. Quote “IMP” for a £5 discount off your first callout

Stay in our yurts, in the hills of Andalucia, southern Spain. 1hr Malaga, 30 mins coast. Perfect for walking, exploring local white villages, horse riding, relaxing. Small inside kitchen and bathroom, plus yurt for sleeping. Pool and internet 2mins walk. More info and pics:yurt-holidaysspain.com or jackyfaulkner@hotmail.com.

Curtain Making

‘Introduction to Art and Yoga’ break in luxury accomodation with stunning mountain scenery, Abruzzo, Italy. Learn to use watercolours, pastels and oils each morning and relax with massages and yoga on the terrace each afternoon. Info on www. shanticentre.com or 003 9 085 870 8273

Affordable bespoke curtain and blind making service. Free estimates and measuring service. Co-ordinated soft furnishings, kitchenware and fabric gifts. Fabric also available to buy. Call Karen Mansfield Originals 01795 535348 or 07903 193390

COMMUNITY

Swann Plumbing Services is a small familyrun plumbing & heating firm. We undertake all plumbing work from a leaky tap to a new boiler, please check website for a full list of services and local testimonials. Trading Standards Approved, OFTEC and Gas Safe Registered. 01227 262 585 www.swannplumbing.com

Home Maintenance Flat Pack Rescue, a fast and efficient flat-pack furniture assembly service. Don’t risk DIY, call an expert! Paul 07801814511 www.flatpackrescue.co.uk

Holiday rentals in Abruzzo, Italy: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, swimming pool, all mod cons. Stunning location. info on www.shanticentre.com or 003 9 085 870 8273 Residential Italian Language course in Abruzzo, Italy: 18-24 July, £350 half board. Email laksmi_bee@ hotmail.com or call 003 9 085 870 8273

To be listed email christina@the-imp.co.uk. May deadline is April 12

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