WHITSTABLE IMP – ISUE 24 DEC / JAN by Mel Birkett

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DECEMBER / JANUARY

COPPERFIELDS

VOUCHERS

GIG-GUIDE WHAT’S ON?

RUBBER BISCUIT

CHRISTMAS SHOPPING TIPS

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WELCOME TO THE CHRISTMAS ISSUE OF THE WHITSTABLE IMP!

ell, Christmas is FINALLY HERE and, yes, I am as giddy as a small child. If you’ve left your shopping till the last minute, please don’t worry, we have great tips and ideas to help make the season less stressful, as well as a wealth of Christmas and New Year events to help you celebrate in style. Local legends Rubber Biscuit feature in Malissa’s music column, Estelle Jourd’s beautiful seascapes feature in Georgie’s Art column, and our Bookworm reviews potential Christmas

gifts, available locally. We also have a guest writer this month, The Christmas Imp, with lots of handy hints and tips to make your Christmas happier and much more. ENJOY! Don’t forget this is our combined December/January issue - we’ll see you again in February 2011. Season’s Greetings from Christina & the IMP Team. The Whitstable IMP, PO Box 290, Whitstable CT5 9AH

EDITOR Christina Birkett – Christina and husband Mel launched The Whitstable IMP in December 2008, around the same time their third daughter was born. As well as writing, editing and mothering, Christina enjoys singing and cake-making, has recently rediscovered running, and loves going to local gigs and exhibitions. Contact her at christina@the-imp.co.uk

CONTRIBUTORS 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. Malissa loves to be part of, and write about, the Whitstable community and local music. Lucy de Pledge – Chestfield-based mother of two and self-confessed metalhead, Lucy works in Faversham as an estate agent, as well as providing the IMP with Festivals and Gig guides through her band and gig promotions company, LDP promotions. Contact her at www.ldppromotions.com or 07834 354618. Georgie Mind – Georgie is 18 and has lived in Whitstable most of her life. She is currently an art student at UCA Rochester and has a place to read English and Art History at the University of Sussex next year. She is very passionate about promoting arts in the community and thinks that the diversity of the wonderful Whitstable art scene should be celebrated! IMP Bookworm – Our bookworm is a local mum who has always loved reading and spent several years working in the Publicity and Marketing Departments of various children’s publishers. She was lucky enough to work with authors such as Philip Pullman, Jeremy Strong, Eoin Colfer and Terry Deary. She left the publishing world a few years ago when she had her children but has remained passionate about books and reading and can usually be found with her nose buried in a good book. Christmas Imp – The Christmas Imp works tirelessly throughout the year to make sure that the Christmas Issue is packed with tips, ideas, and Christmassy fun for the residents of Whitstable. A lover of marzipan and present wrapping, work experience has included helping Santa’s elves, being Stable Imp for Santa’s reindeer, and singing Away in a Manger at the annual Whitstable Choral Society Christmas Concert. The Christmas Imp is very small, quite mischievous, and believes glitter is magical (which it possibly is).

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Sophie de Bouvier de Cachard – After spending the best part of her earlier years travelling around Europe and the British Isles, French-born artist Sophie finally ‘anchored’ her roots and heart in Whitstable 12 years ago where life by the sea is so endlessly inspirational. She works in oils on canvas, mainly, and is also well-known for her Bloomsbury-style furniture painting. Having worked extensively as a garden designer, Sophie has a special predilection for flowers, which also play an important part in her work and often appear as a foreground to her seascapes. She is working on her own website, but for now can be contacted by email at: smdebdec@btinternet.com.

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BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

Now recognised as the ‘home’ town with the most independent shops, according to the latest New Economics Foundation survey, Whitstable holds a wealth of Independent shops which help to make it what it is today. This month we focus on Copperfields on the High Street, owned by Dawn and Roy Reading. As well as looking beautiful from the street, the shop is now as easy to access as it is inviting. Dawn and Roy have managed to keep the traditional homestore look and feel; the familiar, homely elements of an old-fashioned shop (including the staff and service) but with a very up-to-date selection which is always changing. And even their very own website. Dawn confides: “Roy didn’t really want a website but I think we have to move with the times.” And they really do - but without leaving

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oy is a retired carpenter who has lived in Whitstable all his life: “I’m like a fine wine, I don’t travel well,” he jokes; and Dawn has been here for 25 years, after moving from Herne Bay, so they know the area well, and already knew and loved the shop before they even thought of owning and running it themselves. “I’ve always enjoyed cooking, so I’d be in nearly every week to buy something for the kitchen,” Roy explains. “We knew Alan Tadman, who had the shop before us, and when he mentioned he was going to retire, we got the money by hook or by crook, and here we are!” “People thought we were mad,” Dawn laughs. But they took over the lease in October 1998, and Roy put his carpentry skills to good use, opening the shop up and taking some walls down to let more light in. They renovated the aluminium frontage with its awkward step into the shop (no longer in-line with disability laws) when the council offered grants to restore the original shop frontages in the High Street. Roy had original photos and was as faithful to them as possible.

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anything behind. As well as the latest cookware and new-fangled espresso machines, they stock traditional seasonal decorations and oldfashioned gems of yesteryear you might have a job to find anywhere else - as well as the relatively new section with supplies for baking and cake-making, which is undoubtedly making a comeback. Sourcing stock is one of Dawn’s favourite activities. Roy points at the computer and confides: “She’s always on that thing!” And Dawn doesn’t deny it: “I’m on it all evening some days, I love looking for things for the shop!” And when she’s not on the computer, Dawn is changing the displays - not just the award-winning window displays, but the whole shop. “The trouble with changing the window displays,” Dawn jokes, “is that someone always comes and buys the big items, and then I have to start all over again!” Of course, Dawn and Roy do have to take some time out, and for Dawn that is mainly spent looking after, and baking with, her grandchildren. That’s where she’ll be most Mondays when she’s not in the shop. “It’s lovely having Mondays off with the children, it can get a bit hyper in the shop, with keeping on top of the stock and everything else. It’s good to have the time away.” Dawn and Roy are very appreciative of their staff: “We just couldn’t have a store like this without our wonderful staff,” Dawn explains. “When Jane and Richard are here, it’s like us being here. Without them, we wouldn’t have any freedom, and the arrangement works so well.” And they love seeing their customers for Dawn this is the very best part of her job. “People are lovely, we get some great comments and feedback,” she explains. “And, of course, we also double-up as a tourist information office!” Dawn keeps cards on local services and B&Bs for when she’s asked for advice by visiting customers.

“When we opened we just wanted to enjoy running a village shop - it has always had a reputation as a nice shop, and we wanted to build on that and enhance it,” Roy explains. And they’ve succeeded. But it’s not all sweetness and light. The words ‘rates’ and ‘lease’ were mentioned in rather sombre tones. For Roy, exChamber of Commerce Liaison Officer (with the Council) these aspects of being in the shop are less pleasing. “It would be nice if the council did help the independents more - it seems to be left up to us to make Whitstable what it is. Even some recognition of what we do for the town, and what we’ve made of Whitstable would be nice...” But I’m really left with the impression that, despite the challenges of the economic climate and our changing High Street, Dawn and Roy completely love what they do, and will still be doing it for a long time to come. Look out for their new season’s window display - in their own words, they “go BIG on Christmas!” Dawn and Roy have kindly donated five £10 vouchers for IMP readers - please email your name, address and phone number, an the subject: COPPERFIELDS to editorial@the-imp.co.uk, or write to our postal address: The Whitstable IMP, PO Box 290, CT5 9AH. Christina Birkett Copperfields is at 93 High Street, see them online at www.copperfieldsofwhitstable. co.uk or call 01227 273 519. They are opening Sundays from November 28th to Christmas, with late opening (until 7pm) for the Christmas ‘switch-on’ on December 2nd.

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Last minute Christmas Shopping Don’t Panic! It’s not too late... The official Christmas Celebrations start in Whitstable town centre on December 2nd at 5pm - but are you ready? Are you so organised that you bought everything in the January sales for gift-giving twelve months later? If the answer is yes, then there’s no need to read on. But there will always be some of us who leave everything to the last minute and go into denial from about August onwards...

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he temptation is to give into the panic and snatch the first vaguely suitable gift from the nearest available shop. But wait! Last minute gifts don’t have to be panic-buys; it really is the thought that counts. So, first off, Don’t Panic. Whitstable is full of lovely local shops which cater for almost any taste. Most of our shops are staying open later than usual, and/or opening extra days, as well as on Christmas Eve, so you really could leave it until the absolute last minute if you make a list and plan a little first. Bring some nostalgia to Christmas - familyfriendly board games can give hours of fun; a beautiful tree ornament will hold memories every year when it comes out again; students will always appreciate money (don’t even attempt to work out what the ‘in-thing’ is); or, for family members and close friends, a collage of photos in a nice frame will brighten any Christmas - and the rest of the year, too. For an alternative present, why not go DIY - make up a hand-picked hamper or be very homely indeed and make mini-Christmas cakes or marzipan sweets (but be careful with nut allergies). Present them in a nice box or make one yourself - cover an old chocolate box in Christmassy paper

(ribbon optional), and people will have something they simply couldn’t get anywhere else. For the person who has everything, how about a box to put it all in? A jewellery box, a sewing box or colourful, personalised storage containers for children - hand-wrapped or decorated boxes are handy for storage above wardrobes or in children’s bedrooms, and don’t have to break the bank. Or do something really special - donate the gift of your time with an IOU in their Christmas Card. Offer to babysit so parents can take a well-deserved break, or spend a day gardening for someone. If you’re still stuck, there are always gift vouchers. Spa-breaks, restaurant vouchers, experience days, animal adoption and cookery or photography courses are unusual vouchers to give. Have a look at some of our advertisers or in What’s on? - many of these local businesses offer gift vouchers as well as a selection of gifts. Or you could buy tickets for a concert, the cinema, a sporting event - or a play, panto or Comedy Night at The Playhouse - check out the Gig Guide to see what’s on over the next couple of months. Use your imagination, take some time to think, Don’t Panic! - and you really can have a happy and stress-free Christmas... The Christmas Imp

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ART IN WHITSTABLE Estelle Jourd When I asked Estelle Jourd why she loves Whitstable she answered, “It’s just in my blood!” Estelle is a well-established Whitstable artist and lives in a unique building in Seasalter. Built in the 1920s, her timber-frame house was made as a holiday home and was bought by her parents in the 1950s. Estelle has lived in the house since her parents died and has turned it into an almost open-plan studio, with her art workshop at the bottom of the garden.

responsible for ‘Sorted’ - a communityorientated Art Event that featured as part of the Biennale, which saw the masses sort all the pebbles on a beach into colour groups! Local schools Westmeads and Swalecliffe were involved in the project, as well as foreign students. Over the two-week period more than a thousand members of the public took part. When It comes to painting, Estelle focuses mainly on seascapes and landscapes. She jokes: “I never paint anything without a horizon...” But Estelle’s paintings are more than idyllic, quaint depictions of ‘life by the sea’. Her paintings of Whitstable beach are heavy with atmosphere. She doesn’t idealise the sea, she paints it as the powerful, often brutal, force that it is, uniquely capturing colour and mood. Her

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just couldn’t bear to give it up,” she tells me. It is here that Estelle creates the wonderful paintings that were on show at the Caxton Contemporary’s ‘Art Mart’ on Saturday 6th November, Estelle has painted all her life and after studying at Kent Institute of Art and Design (now UCA) in the 1990s she began installation work as well as painting. She has exhibited widely in Kent and London, and has shown her work at prestigious galleries such as the Osborne Studio Gallery in London and also at the Stark galleries in both Canterbury and London. She has contributed to important national art events including our very own Whitstable Biennale, in 2006, and is a firm believer in ‘inclusive art’. Estelle was also

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paintings have a thick, almost impasto surface; the paint is encrusted on the canvas creating a 3D effect so that the waves almost seem to wash out of the canvas. Estelle paints the sea as something awesome, sublime, fearsome, yet heavenly. She captures its calmness and its tempestuous waves equally; she shows both sides of its power. When looking at Estelle’s seascapes, one can really feel her passion for the ocean. Her installation work usually utilises natural materials and she is presently involved with the ‘Dead Man’s Corner’ project at the harbour, creating a ‘vertical beach’ - a wall made from manmade and natural pebbles! Members of the community are invited to create white pebbles from clay and write their names on them, to form part of the wall. The wall will form part of a performance space which will be completed by Easter 2011. This

opportunity is open to all; the Community College and local primary schools have already been invited to take part. The next pebble workshop will be at the Stable Bar in The Duke of Cumberland on the 2nd December from 2pm until 7pm. So if you read this in time, pop along and make your mark on Whitstable! Estelle’s work will be exhibited at the award-winning Sportsman pub in Seasalter from the 15th November until the 27th December and also in the Stark Gallery in Castle Street, Canterbury, from the 15th November until January 2011. Georgie Mind Do you know of any arts projects or artists in the surrounding area that we should write about in the IMP? Contact editorial@ the-imp.co.uk with the title IMP ARTS.

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Secret Santa... ...or Grinch Exchange? The Secret Santa gift exchange has become something of an office tradition. It works because it takes the pressure off who to buy for. Here we explain how to run a good Secret Santa - and then how to spice it up a little.

he traditional way of organising it is to put everyone’s name into a hat and then draw one name each, putting your own name back if you draw that. A budget is set, say £5 or £10 - and you then buy a gift for the person you chose. This should be done anonymously. On the day of the gift exchange the gifts are marked with the recipient’s name but the gift giver is not identified. Of course in a large office you may not know everyone well enough to feel confident about buying them a gift they’ll genuinely like, so you can tailor the Secret Santa a little. It’s easy for each person when submitting their name to add a list of three or four items they would like. The gift giver may then select one and be confident that the recipient will like it. But what about making the whole gift- giving experience more of a game? How about a Grinch Exchange, more of a ‘Seasonal Swap’? The beauty of a Grinch Exchange is that the gift doesn’t have to be suitable for one specific person, it can be absolutely anything within the set budget.

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Player one chooses a gift, unwraps it and shows it to everyone else.

Player two can either choose a new wrapped gift or ‘steal’ the first. If they ‘steal’, player one chooses a new gift from the table, opens it, and shows it to everyone else.

Player three can choose a new gift or ‘steal’ one of the previous two gifts. The player whose gift is stolen can select a new gift… and so on. • A ‘turn’ is over once a new gift is taken from the table. • A gift may only be stolen once during a turn and, after three steals, is declared ‘won’ by whoever has selected it. Happy Swapping! The Christmas Imp

How to run a Grinch Exchange

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• You can choose a theme, if you like, and determine a budget.

• Gifts should be wrapped but not labelled and placed in a private area so no-one can see who brought which gift. • Slips of paper numbered to correspond with the number of gifts should be prepared, and each person draws one to set the order of play.

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ubber Biscuit is one of our most loved and celebrated local bands. They are incredibly energetic and exciting to listen to. On their Facebook page, they state very clearly that the bands that they sound like are... Themselves! Absolutely. Though they cover some of the greatest songs of our times, they give those songs an extra layer which not only serve to improve the songs but help to generate Rubber Biscuits identity and reputation as an outstanding institution in our beloved Whitstable. They are an absolute joy to listen to. Wikipedia describes ‘Rubber Biscuit’ as: ‘a doo-wop song by The Chips, recorded in 1956. It was famously covered by The Blues Brothers... Few of the lyrics can actually be understood, as they are sung in the scat manner. Those that can be... tell the story of the singer eating various kinds of nonexistent food, including a “wish sandwich”... and a ricochet biscuit (that is supposed to bounce off the wall and into your mouth)’

I love this description and think it fits perfectly with how I would try to understand this incredibly versatile band... A lot of fun to watch, not only for their amazing musicianship, but also for no other reason than to enjoy; to suspend our intellect and enjoy with our hearts! Rubber Biscuit describe themselves as “a 12 piece Rhythm & Blues and Soul Band, renowned for its ‘big sound’ - brought about by a three-piece horn section, up to five vocalists, and four-piece rhythm section.” Their first performance was outside the Neptune in June 1992, and they’ve gone from strength to strength.

Having sold out the Marlowe in Canterbury on a number of occasions they have a deserved reputation for going the extra mile to offer something different to local music fans. As they say themselves: “The hallmark of a Rubber Biscuit gig is an infectiously energetic performance aimed at getting everyone on their feet and dancing.” This has turned their Christmas shows at the Kings Hall, Herne Bay, into the stuff of legend: the 500 capacity venue is usually full with a fantastic crowd, all keen to see what surprises the band has in store. In their own words: “It all began when a local Tom Jones tribute artist was invited to swap his backing tracks for a live band and perform a short set with the Biscuits. This was very well-received by the audience, so the band have been doing a ‘themed’ set every year since. Ska and Two-Tone, Glam Rock and even an unlikely Abba tribute have all featured; this year will be no exception.” The band hopes that the move to New Year’s Eve will generate an even greater party atmosphere and promise a night to remember; the perfect way to greet 2011. Try not to miss them at the Herne Bay Hootenanny on the 31st of December 2010 - 7.30pm at Kings Hall, Beacon Hill, Herne Bay, CT6 6BA. They also have a 17-track CD, Beat Well, which is their second studio album and is available to buy online, priced at only £10. This, or tickets to the Hootenanny, might make the perfect Christmas gift for someone you know - or why not treat yourself! Check them out in the following ways: W: www.rubberbiscuit.co.uk E: band@rubberbiscuit.co.uk M: www.myspace.com/rubberbiscuitband Malissa Taylor Do you know any local bands or musicians we should be writing about in The IMP? Mail: editorial@the-imp.co.uk with the subject IMP MUSIC.

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MAN ABOUT TOWN Whitstable is having a ‘Christmas Celebration in the UK’s No.1 Home Town’ on Thursday 2nd December 2010 from 5 – 7pm. This year we are having an event, which will last for 2 hours and will be aimed at attracting Christmas shoppers to the town.

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he whole town will be involved; Harbour Street will have a Victorian Christmas theme with a Victorian Band, Penny Farthings, Stilt walkers, Victorian Policemen Carol Singers and Father Christmas. In the High Street, Whitstable Samba

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Band, Jazz band, Carol Singers, Pip the Clown balloon modelling, in Oxford Street, Punch & Judy & Magic Show in St Mary’s Hall, Jazz Band, Christmas Roadshow and a launch into Christmas in Whitstable by the Lord Mayor at the Library forecourt at 5.30pm, where the Lord Mayor will give-away 50 Children’s Selection packs to the first 50 WHIT card holders. As well as the festive fun, shoppers will be able to take advantage of discounts in over 150 local businesses who accept the town’s loyalty card, The WHIT Card. Plus the first 100 vehicles who park in selected Car parks from 4.30pm – 7.30 can have FREE parking providing they have a WHIT Card. We have a Christmas window spotting competition for the Children and a FREE Prize Draw to win £100 vouchers to spend in local shops. Please look for the FREE PRIZE DRAW posters in the shop windows.

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Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s running up to Christmas for WHIT Card holders. Use your WHIT card this Christmas and save money throughout the town. To find out the offers, Visit: www.baywhitcard.co.uk or call 01227 868515 for more information. Chris West, Coastal Towns Manager (Whitstable & Herne Bay) 01227 742765 or e-mail chris.west@canterbury.gov.uk

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In the past most Christmas events in the town have concentrated on Harbour Street and not covered the whole town, this year we are going to move people around the town to encourage people to Christmas shop throughout the town. I would urge the people of Whitstable to Shop Local this year, as we have a wonderful selection of businesses throughout the town and some very interesting ideas for Christmas presents. We have FREE Car Parking in the Gorrel Tank for the last three

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Child’s Play

If you are trying to buy the perfect present for younger children, it can be challenging experience. Finding the right gift and braving the toy shop can be bewildering at the best of times, and at this time of year it’s even more challenging, when you factor in the over-excited children and stressed parents (or sometimes the other way round)!

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ome of toy shops are the size of small European countries, so how on earth are you expected to zero in on the perfect item? The best place to start is at home. Look at what each child plays with and, equally importantly, what they don’t. Are they imaginative, do they like dressing-up and roleplay games? Or maybe they enjoy building or drawing or solving puzzles? Maybe they’re into computer games? Also take account of their age. Most toys are labelled with an age guide and these are pretty accurate, but of course every child is different, so think carefully about their individual abilities. The age range on a construction toy may be spot on, but if the sixyear-old in question can’t sit still for a nano-second they’re unlikely to be impressed by a toy which requires sustained concentration. Toys fall into various categories: Creative, Role-play, Construction, Musical, Puzzles and games, Action toys and Computer games. If your child habitually plays with toys in one category, then that’s a good sign that other toys within that category might appeal to them too.

See if our local shops have anything suitable - it will save you a journey, support our local economy, and you’ll have friendly help or advice on hand if you need it. And if you need to get a specific item from a larger chain, find out what the shop has available before you visit, checking their website or catalogue, if they have them. Of course, even the youngest children will have ideas of their own and, especially at this time of year, it’s easy to feel pressured to provide everything they ask for. There is a real skill in being able to say ‘no’. Having a set a budget helps, as well as managing their expectations - perhaps let them make a wish-list of gifts, on the understanding that only one or two of them will make an appearance on the big day. Even Santa can’t give every child EVERYTHING they ask for! And if nothing else, it will help hone their negotiating skills... But perhaps the best and most precious gift you can give a child is the gift of your time. So get down on the floor and help them with the jigsaw, Lego model or artistic creation, read their new book with them, or enjoy a family game together. It’ll make their Christmas. The Christmas Imp

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CHRISTMAS

BOOK

REVIEWS If you are stuck this Christmas for a present to buy a boy crazy about gory facts or a vampire mad teenage girl, then the following books, which are both available from Harbour Books, may be just the gift you are looking for…

Terry Deary, illustrated by Martin Brown ISBN 9781407115559 £3.99 Harbour Books With UK sales of over 11 million and global sales of over 20 million, the chances are you have heard of the Horrible Histories series of books or seen the Horrible Histories TV programme. Anyone who has ever read one of the books will know that this informative non-fiction series covers history - with the nasty bits left in! This special Christmas edition is full to the brim with all the gory and disgusting festive facts you would ever want to know about Christmas through the years, plus brilliant and very funny illustrations by Martin Brown. Discover some foul but festive foods, cruel Yule disasters and rude pantomime songs plus why carol singers knock at your door and find out who invented Christmas crackers. A perfect stocking filler for boys and girls age 5 to 95, who love a bit of gore and silly facts. Verdict: A fun, informative and fact filled book that is easy to dip in and out of and will keep the kids occupied over the festive period.

HOUSE OF NIGHT: MARKED P.C. and Kristin Cast ISBN: 9781907410116 £2.99 Harbour Books Hot on the heels of Twilight, the House of Night series might be just the thing for any vampire loving readers to get their teeth into (excuse the pun). Marked is the first book in a series of six books where vampires (or vampyres as they are known in the book) are a regular part of society. Vampires are created when selected teenagers are ‘marked’ in adolescence with a crescent tattoo on their foreheads. Once marked, they must go and live at the House of Night, a chain of boarding schools, where the fledgling vampires are trained and helped through the change into adult vampires. For me Marked creators PC Cast and her teenage daughter Kristin have tried a little too hard to capture a teenage voice and there are lots of clichéd characters and storylines, but it is an easy read and judging by book one, House of Night looks to be a popular series. All six books are now published and available, which is just as well as readers will be eagerly waiting to find out what happens next. Verdict: If you enjoy paranormal or vampire books, then this page-turner may be your cup of tea. But be warned, there are some racy scenes with adult and sexual content, so not one for pre-teens.

BOOK REVIEW

HORRIBLE HISTORIES: HORRIBLE CHRISTMAS

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Let Me In Certificate: 15

ENTERTAINMENT

bout a year ago when I first read that there was going to be an American remake of Tomas Alfredson’s Swedish masterpiece, ‘Let the Right One In’, I felt the cool hand of sadness grasp my shoulder. American remakes are usually poor, and it seems that Horror movies always come off worst. I adored ‘Let the Right One In’ and I have been praying to like its dollar-bursting brother. After seeing promising stills, trailers and being incredibly pleased by the casting, it seems to be on the right track, but has ‘Let Me In’ won my heart like its European sibling? New Mexico, 1983. 12-year-old Owen (Kodi Smit-McPhee) is a social outcast who drifts through life trying to avoid any obstacle that heads his way. In the blistering coldness of Los Alamos, surrounded by a snow-soaked and empty world, Owen is the victim of vicious bullying and finds comfort in solitude, expressing his anger and emotion at home alone. When a mysterious girl named Abby (Chloe Grace Mortez) moves in next door, he aims to become friends with her. Abby too is socially isolated, but for a very different reason... Her behaviour is deeply odd; she doesn’t wear shoes, she doesn’t attend school and the aggressive arguments in her home can be heard by the whole neighbourhood. As time goes on and various reports of murders and attacks swarm the town, Owen’s new found relationship with Abby is about to take a strange turn when he finds out that she is actually a vampire. ‘Let the Right One In’ showed audiences across the globe how beautiful and accessible Horror can be when it’s mixed with a perfect romance and a story about childhood and innocence, and ‘Let Me In’ does exactly the same. This is a perfect remake, probably one of the best I’ve ever seen, and here’s why. It shares a lot of similarities with the original, but surprisingly, a lot of it is different. There are a few scenes which uncover more about Abby’s father and this film is far more violent than the original. One of the studios behind the remake is Hammer Horror so the extra gore was perhaps inevitable, but this is not a criticism. Violence is one of Horror’s defining features and it’s used sensibly and brilliantly in this movie; the images of the thick red blood draining across the town’s snow quilt is something of rare cinematic beauty, and the violence supports key areas of the narrative, allowing it to be portrayed properly. Reeves clearly knows the core of this movie is its story, and he does nothing to take the audience away from this. Some scenes are also quite distressing; especially the bullying sequences which made my heart sink. They are executed and performed wonderfully which makes them so effective. The film also sports some beautiful cinematography; sweeping images of bent trees, snow-covered climbing frames and dimly-lit passageways add to the growing tension surrounding the characters and their world. The gorgeous and haunting score is also a really great addition to this already stunning picture. Film and TV composing legend Michael Giacchino supplies the goods and this is his best work since his score for Pixar’s masterpiece ‘Up’ and his great work on the television show ‘Lost’. The real heart of ‘Let Me In’, however, lies with the utterly brilliant casting. Smit-McPhee is an utter delight to watch. He was incredible in ‘The Road’ and he gives an outstanding and moving performance here. His character provides plenty to make you shed a tear. But for me, the star of the show is Mortez. She was the best thing about the fantastic ‘Kick-Ass’ earlier this year and she’s knocked the ball so far out of the park with this performance. Abby is an intriguing, equally wonderful and horrifying creature, and Mortez nails her so well. She’s rapidly becoming one of my new favourite actresses and I can’t wait for her next picture. So, in answer to my earlier question, yes, ‘Let Me In’ won my heart and it’s refusing to let go. My top 10 of 2010 is going to be so hard to write, but one thing’s for sure, this movie will be in there.

FILM REVIEW

Verdict: 5 out of 5 – Easily the best Horror movie this year; A clever, cool and incredibly beautiful film that’s layered with fantastic performances. Chris Haydon

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BUBBLE BITS...

COMMUNITY

After the People’s Millions feature on Meridian TV, November 25th, it will be no surprise that hard work has been going on to raise funds for Joy Lane Community Swimming Pool, which is in need of refurbishment and renovation. We go to print before the voting opens, and by the time the IMP hits your doormat, the results will be public - but even if they win the £50k there is still a further £50k needed. Whitstable Rotary club has made the pool one of their two causes of the year, but all additional help is welcome. If you have any fund-raising ideas; are a business who would like to sponsor/ donate; or if you would simply like to make a donation, please contact Joy Lane Primary School on: 01227 261 430, and look out for our full article in the February IMP where we’ll update you on the progress of this valuable community resource. Brick Lane comes to the Bubble this advent, December 4th and 18th, with Cindy Mainwaring’s unique Vintage fairs at St Mary’s Hall (The Umbrella Centre) and her high-quality vintage home wares, fabulous fashions and exquisite jewellery. On Saturday December 18 Cindy will be introducing bespoke gentlemen’s attire to the fair and will also be welcoming nationallyrenowned journalist (and born and bred Whitstabubblian) Naomi Cleaver to sign copies of her new book ‘The joy of home’. Also look out for Cindy’s ‘glamorous vintage fashion fair’ on January 15, with all manner of treasures - from original 50s garments to limited edition 1930s Art Magazines - Cindy is bringing the eclecticism of the London vintage markets to Whitstable! The fairs are open 10-4pm, contact Cindy on 01227 773037.

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St Andrew’s Playgroup on Grimshill Road has provided a nurturing and educational start for many of the children in Whitstable, and they’re now accepting children from the term after their second birthday. Owner/manager Andrea Moorhouse explains: “We are only taking children this young if they are ready, but we all agreed that this was the right move for St Andrews, and with our high staff to child ratios we do provide an environment where even younger children can feel secure and happy while they socialise and learn through play.” Contact Andrea on 07776 425 512 (during playgroup hours) or 01227 657 177 (evenings). Taking the plunge - one of Whitstable’s famous independent shops, renowned for unusual, retro and vintage gifts has actually taken the plunge... into the world of websites and online shopping! With a funky, retro look & feel and even a handy helper, Betty, to show you the popular lines, the interface and payment pages are simple, easyto-use and fast! Opt for delivery or save yourself the P&P and pick up, wrapped and ready, from the store. See them at: www.takingtheplungewhitstable.com, their facebook group TTP Whitstable or on twitter: @TTPWhitstable. Or call 01227 264678. The first 50 people to buy tickets for Deco 5’s New Year extravaganza will get their tickets at half the normal price - £5 each instead of £10. The party starts at 7pm, includes mini-buffet, features DJ Skaface and is (optional) fancy dress! Call 01227 770 079 or pop in for more details.

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... AND BLOGS Fun info for kids! Nine-year-old local Saphia Lestrade has set up her own website in her spare time, with a little help from her big brother, Micah. With information and video footage on days out, the latest games, and a calendar to keep track of local events, it’s worth checking here first before you plan anything for your children! Here we’ve reproduced her handy information about Dover Castle, but you can see the whole site, including videos, at www.funinfo4kids.co.uk

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How about a day out at the famous DOVER CASTLE.There is lots to do for children and for adults, it is a very historical castle, which goes right back to the 1066! Henry VIII even stayed there. While your visit at Dover castle is underway you can go around the castle grounds and even look around the room Henry the eighth slept in! As it is coming up to Christmas there will be a special event that you can attend. Which will include; Santa stories/ history about the castle, and walking through the dark War time Tunnels.

Our children attended a skateboarding workshop and had a fantastic time. The coaches were patient, motivating and encouraging, with an obvious passion for the sport. We were able to hire the skateboards, helmets and protective pads - and when we came back 2 hours later the only thing that was worn out were the smiles from so much excitement. But this is only half the fun! Occupying the other end of the building is an indoor climbing centre, with classes for all abilities. Our children are desperate to go back and give this a try. There is a cosy waiting room for parents, where we spotted laptops and novels to help pass the time. Keen to try out their newly learned skills back home, we headed to the local skate park. We are very lucky, that here in Whitstable, we have our very own skate park that is a valued resource for the local children and adults. It was nicely busy when we arrived, with children of all ages on bikes, scooters, skates and boards. The time we spent there was trouble and accident free. The more experienced helped the less skilled and again there was an unspoken atmosphere of respect. http://mysterymothers.blogspot.com

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Mystery Mothers For those of you who have kids, and big kids, who thrive on adrenaline, then Revolution makes a great day out. A little distance away, between Margate and Broadstairs you will find a thrill seekers paradise. Offering skateboarding, climbing, scooting and skating in an indoor arena, there is something to suit everyone here. The staff are cool, friendly and helpful and relate to the children without being condescending or authoritarian. A sense of mutual respect, independence and responsibility is created, with kids free to whizz around without colliding with each other.

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Twizzle Brown & Lenny Sparkle

by Cassie Stafford

Christmas Custard The forest twinkled that night and the fireflies danced in the early moonlight. It was Christmas Eve and the stars shone brightly. Would Father Christmas be coming? He just might be. Lenny sat and watched the snow falling gently on the ground. There was not a whisper. There was not a sound. Then an owl hooted loudly nearby Was it a hoot or a really loud cry? The owl swooped down in front of Lenny’s window. It pecked and searched the freshly laid snow. Lenny opened his door. It squeaked and creaked The startled owl jumped and then continued to seek. “Excuse me Mrs Owl, is there something I can do? There seems to be something troubling you” Mrs Owl let out a wail. “My baby has gone. Have you seen him at all? He looks like me but he’s very very small. I’ve searched the forest high and low Oh where oh where did my baby go?”

CHILDRENS FICTION

“Don’t worry, said Lenny My feet are getting hotter. Let’s go this way. Maybe we can spot her.” Lenny walked into the forest while Mrs Owl flew overhead. They didn’t see her baby but bumped into Twizzle Brown instead. He now lay dazed and just about mustered, “Lenny you’ve made me spill our yellow custard.”

Lenny helped his friend up from the ground. Then they heard a hooting sound. The pile of leaves where Twizzle had fallen was now writhing before them. Twizzle stared at Lenny, who winked, towards the snow, which now below glowed a pretty pink. Lenny buried his hands in the snowy pile of leaves and pulled out a leafy little chap. He sat the bundle on his lap.

Mrs Owl landed gently beside the two friends who were now laughing at this little brown fellow. They peeled off a leaf and saw something yellow. His peeking eye fixed upon his dear mother who nuzzled his face revealing the other. She thanked her friends for all their help and then flew off into the night, holding her baby ever so tight. “Lenny my friend, what will we eat now that we’ve spilt our custard treat?” “Don’t worry my friend. We’ll find something nice.. Maybe some berries with cherries and spice.” The two friends went arm in arm through the forest, which was now calm. Then suddenly a “Ho Ho ho” rang out into the night. It gave the friends a little fright. A jingling of bells and a chuckle of laughter then a voice said, “Is this what you’re after?” Standing before them big red and bold was Father Christmas holding a bowl. Surprised and excited, they just couldnt speak. They tapped and wriggled and jiggled their feet. Then he placed it gently on the ground. “Merry Christmas Lenny Sparkle. Merry Christmas Twizzle Brown.” There they saw their favourite dish. It was their only Christmas wish. Christmas custard on Christmas eve.. the greatest gift they could receive. The two friends stood and smiled, “Thank you, sir.” they said, Pulling his hat firmly down on his head, father Christmas waved goodbye and set off into the starry night sky. They watched the sleigh soar out of sight. “Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!” Text copyright © Cassie Stafford 2010. The right of Cassie Stafford to be identified as the Author of this work has been asserted by her in accordance with the Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988

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A PEEK INTO THE PAST...

December 1914 – A Christmas Truce

CHRISTMAS

PUZZLES

ne of the most remarkable events of the First World War concerns the ‘Christmas Truce’ of 1914, in which the soldiers of the Western Front laid down their arms on Christmas Day and met in No Man’s Land, exchanging food and cigarettes, as well as playing football. The cessation of violence was entirely unofficial. There had been no prior discussion and troops acted spontaneously from goodwill, not orders. The most famous account of events involves British and German forces; however, French and Belgian troops also took part. No-one really knows what initiated it. There were some reports that British troops heard their German counterparts singing Christmas carols and joined but there were also reports of German and British soldiers erecting signs wishing each other a ‘Merry Christmas’. Driven by feelings of goodwill, home-sickness and combat-weariness some men crossed the lines with their hands up, and troops from the opposing side went to meet them. Commanders either turned a blind-eye or joined in. Food and supplies were exchanged and tools and equipment were borrowed. Games of football were played and bodies trapped within No Man’s Land were buried. In many areas the truce lasted for the whole of Christmas day but in some places the peace lasted much longer and it was several weeks before the bloody conflict resumed.

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SPINACH & FETA PIE

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Pre-heat the oven to 180C/Gas 4. Chop the spinach quite roughly.

FOOD & DRINK

Heat the olive oil in a large pan then add the spinach and spring onions and cook until the spinach has wilted. Drain well and cool then lightly squeeze out any excess juices.

In a big bowl, mash the feta cheese with the ricotta, then beat in the eggs, nutmeg, chopped dill or parsley, sea salt and lots of pepper. Add the spinach and spring onions and mix well.

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Brush one sheet of filo pastry with melted butter and place it in a lightly oiled 20cm x 28cm (8in x 10in) ovenproof baking dish, allowing for some overlap.

Continue layering the brushed sheets one on top of the other until you have six layers, and then fill the dish with the spinach mixture. Top with six more layers of buttered pastry and trim or tuck in the edges.

Bake for 60 minutes or until set. Rest for ten minutes, then cut into squares and serve.

INGREDIENTS Serves 6 Prep: 20 min Cook: 60 min • 1kg washed spinach • 2tbsp olive oil • 4 spring onions, finely chopped • 200g feta cheese • 250g ricotta cheese • 4 eggs, lightly beaten • Grated nutmeg • 2tbsp finely chopped dill or flat-leaved parsley • Sea salt and pepper • 1 packet filo pastry, thawed • 125g melted butter If you have any favourite recipes you’d like to share, please send them in, with any relevant, good-quality photos, to: editorial@the-imp.co.uk or PO Box 290 Whitstable CT5 9AH

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December’s Solutions

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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.

WHITSTABLE DECEMBER 1 - The Smack - OPEN STAGE - Full PA provided, 8.30pm - 11.00pm. FREE entry, 01227 273056 2 - Ship Centurion - SMILER 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264740 2 - Deco 5 - EM PEASGOOD’S GUEST SHOWCASE - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 2 - Labour Club - WHITSTABLE FOLK CLUB - JOHN KIRKPATRICK - 8pm, £7, 07895 683567 2-4 - The Playhouse - RATION BOOKS TO ROCK & ROLL - 7.45pm £8/£9, 01227 272042 3 - East quay - WHITLIVE PRESENTS: COLDPLACE - 8.30pm, £10 in advance, 07926 535784 3 - Deco 5 - FILTHY BOOZEHOUNDS 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 3 - The Neptune - BLUES FUSION 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262

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3 - Coach & Horses - JAZZ 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732

3 - East Kent - EMILY & THE BEATS 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018 3 - Whistlestop - ANDY FERGUSON 8pm, 01227 272725 3 - Horsebridge - TONY BLAKE’S ARCHIVE FILM XMAS SPECIAL 7.30pm, £6/£4, 01227 281174

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4 - The Playhouse - BOX OFFICE OPENS FOR JANUARY PANTOMIME ALADDIN - 01227 272042 4 - Deco 5 - VIOLET JIVE - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 4 - The Neptune - CANARY WHARF 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262 4 - Coach & Horses - NIGEL HOBBINS & THE BACK ROOM BOYS 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732 4 - East Kent - BLUES FUSION 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018 5 - The Playhouse - STRICTLY MUSIC HALL, 2.30pm & 7.45pm - £8/£10, 01227 272042 5 - The Neptune - BENZIGO - 5-8pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262 5 - Two Brewers - BLUE DEVILS 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272150 5 - Deco 5 - KIM IFILL - 5.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 9 - Ship Centurion - NIKKI ALEXANDER - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264740 9 - Deco 5 - EM PEASGOOD’S GUEST SHOWCASE - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 10 - The Neptune - EMILY PEASGOOD - 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262 10 - Coach & Horses - LED GREMLIN - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732 10 - East Kent - LEE THOMPSON 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018

10 - Whistlestop - ANDY FERGUSON 8pm, 01227 272725 10 - Deco 5 - SNEAKIN’ SALLY - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 11 - The Neptune - FLUTATIONS 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262 11 - Coach & Horses - MACK’S DINER - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732 11 - East Kent - GET CARTER 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018 11 - Deco 5 - ZEDHEADS - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 12 - The Neptune - RICO - 5-8pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262 12 - Two Brewers - ONE LOVE 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272150 12 - Deco 5 - GRUMPY GIPSY 6.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 15 - The Smack - OPEN STAGE - Full PA provided, 8.30pm - 11.00pm, FREE entry, 01227 273056 16 - Ship Centurion - THE FLING 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264740 16 - Deco 5 - EP SOUL CHILDREN 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 17 - The Neptune - NATURAL SELECTION - 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262 17 - Whistlestop - ANDY FERGUSON 8pm, 01227 272725 17 - Coach & Horses - THE SESSION - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732

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17 - East Kent - BODEGAS - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018

30 - Ship Centurion - BONER TUNES - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264740

17 - The Monument - THE BLOX 8.30pm, Free entry, 01227 264155

31 - Deco 5 - FANCY DRESS PARTY ‘CARRY ON DOCTOR’ - 9pm onwards, complimentary mini buffet, DJ Skaface, tickets £5 in advance, £10 on the door. 01227 770079

17 - Deco 5 - KIT PACKHAM - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079

JANUARY 2 - Two Brewers - MATT BROOKS 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272150

23 - The Neptune - STANDARD FIRE 5-8pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262

5 - Ship Centurion - EMILY & THE BEATS - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264740

25-29 - The Playhouse - ALADDIN 7.45pm, (2.30pm matinee Sat 29), £9, 01227 272042

6 - Labour Club - WHITSTABLE FOLK CLUB - SARAH MCQUAID - 8pm, £8, 07895 683567

26 - The Smack - OPEN STAGE - Full PA provided, 8.30pm - 11.00pm, FREE entry, 01227 273056

7 - Coach & Horses - BOW STRING 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732

28 - The Neptune - LIVE MUSIC 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262

19 - The Neptune - LIVE MUSIC 5-8pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262

7 - East Kent - HEAD GAMES 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018

28 - Coach & Horses - JAZZ 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732

19 - Royal Native Oyster Stores WHITSTABLE FOLK CLUB - MARTHA TILSTON - 7pm, £10, 07895 683567

9 - Two Brewers - EMILY & THE BEATS - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272150

29 - The Neptune - LIVE MUSIC 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262

19 - Two Brewers - KIT CURTIS 5 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272150

12 - The Smack - OPEN STAGE - Full PA provided, 8.30pm - 11.00pm, FREE entry, 01227 273056

18 - The Neptune - LIVE MUSIC 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262 18 - East Kent - LOST WEEKEND 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018 18 - Deco 5 - THE SESSION - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 19 - Deco 5 - RY ROBSON’S OPEN MIC - 4.30pm; URBAN CAFE - 8pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079

23 - Deco 5 - EM PEASGOOD’S GUEST SHOWCASE - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079

29 - Coach & Horses - BLUES FUSION - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732

14 - Coach & Horses - CAMINE 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732

29 - East Kent - THOSE DISTANT VOICES - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018

23 - Ship Centurion - MEL HARRIS 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264740

14 - East Kent - ROCKSTOX 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018

28 - The Neptune - CROOKED STYLE - 5-8pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262

24 - Deco 5 - NATURAL SELECTION 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079

15 - Coach & Horses - JIM LEVERTON - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732

FURTHER AFIELD

16 - The Neptune - SOUL SUBURBAN - 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262

2 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling CRADLE - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271

26 - Two Brewers - KELLY’S HEROES - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272150

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22 - The Neptune - LIVE MUSIC 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262 22 - East Kent - HENRY’S ROCK BAND - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272018

17 - Horsebridge - BLUE RHYTHM KINGS - 8pm, £8/£6, 01227 281174

21 - Coach & Horses - BONER TUNES - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 264732

26 - Deco 5 - TIFFANEY WELLS 8pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079 29 - The Smack - OPEN STAGE - Full PA provided, 8.30pm - 11.00pm, FREE entry, 01227 273056 30 - Deco 5 - EM PEASGOOD’S GUEST SHOWCASE - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 770079

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16 - Two Brewers - SLEAZY BEATS 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 272150 18-22 - The Playhouse - ALADDIN 7.45pm, (2.30pm matinee Sat 22), £9, 01227 272042 21 - The Neptune - STEVE BOLTON 8.45pm, FREE entry, 01227 272262

DECEMBER

4 - Rodney’s Sports Bar, Herne Bay - LOST WEEKEND - 9pm, Free entry, 01227 375658 5 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling ENIGMA - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271 5 - The Anchor, Faversham - TRENCH CITY - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 536 471

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26 - The Anchor, Faversham - LIVE MUSIC - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 536 471

9 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling GROOVE CHASERS - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271

29 - Chimney Boy, Faversham FAVERSHAM FOLK CLUB - Silly night with finger buffet - 8pm, £1, bring your party piece! Mary on 01795 534368 or 07980 203992

11 - Westcoast Bar, Margate, 8pm3am - ULTIMATE SOUL XMAS PARTY - £3 - details on FB: The Ultimate Soul Christmas Party 11 - Two Sawyers, Canterbury BRENDAN POWER - 01227 765419 12 - The Anchor, Faversham BLUE DEVILS - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 536 471 15 - Chimney Boy, Faversham FAVERSHAM FOLK CLUB - Lynne Heraud & Pat Turner, 8pm, £5/£6, Mary on 01795 534368 or 07980 203992 16 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling STEVE BOLTON - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271

31 - Kings Hall, Herne Bay RUBBER BISCUIT - Herne Bay Hootenanny, 8pm, JANUARY, £15 (standing) 01227 373322

JANUARY 6 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling SELKIE - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271 8 - Rodney’s Sports Bar, Herne Bay - ANDY MACK EXPERIENCE - 9pm, Free entry, 01227 375658 9 - The Anchor, Faversham CHILLBILLIES - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 536 471

17 - Wrotham Arms, Broadstairs IVAN’S ALL STARS - 9pm, FREE entry, 01843 861788

12 - Chimney Boy, Faversham FAVERSHAM FOLK CLUB - Sally Ironmonger Trio, 8pm, £6/£7, Mary on 01795 534368 or 07980 203992

18 - Rodney’s Sports Bar, Herne Bay - GET CARTER - 9pm, Free entry, 01227 375658

13 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling BONER TUNES - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271

18 - Alexander Centre - A FAVERSHAM XMAS PARTY - 7-11pm, featuring: ANTHONY DOWNS (Acoustic Rock), PANDORA’S VIEW (Rock Covers) and GRAHAM LEHAUT (Rock DJ). Licensed bar, dress to party. Tickets £5 from Carter’s Newsagent, email:xmasparty@ thehat-dj.com or call 07747 618275. Name list only on the door.

13 - The Cricketer, Canterbury IVAN’S ALL STARS - 9pm, FREE entry, 01227 464227

19 - The Anchor, Faversham - UNDER THE WOOD - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 536 471 24 - The White House, West Farley, Maidstone - SELKIE - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01622 820520 26 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling KELLY’S HEROES - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271

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16 - The Anchor, Faversham - ENGINE, CLUTCH & GEARBOX 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 536 471 20 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling - ARCHIVE - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271 23 - The Anchor, Faversham - BLUES BANDITS - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 536 471

30 - The Anchor, Faversham - THE CROSSFIRE - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01795 536 471

CLASSICAL DECEMBER 11 - Whitstable Choral Society & Blean Primary School Children’s Choir - CONCERT OF CHRISTMAS CAROLS - 7.30pm, St Alphege Church, Whitstable, £7.50/£5 from Gatefield Sounds or 01227 750950, or on the door. 12 - Canterbury Singers - SING NOEL - Christmas concert, 7.30pm, St Mary the Virgin, Elham, £8 on the door, proceeds to St Mary’s. 18 - FRIENDS IN HARMONY CHRISTMAS CONCERT - 7pm, St John’s Methodist Church, Argyle Rd, Whitstable. £8 including seasonal refreshments & proceeds to charity. 01227 266686. 19 - OYSTER SINGERS CHRISTMAS CONCERT - Swalecliffe Community Centre - - 3pm, £5 incl refreshments, 01227 274802 or 793155

JANUARY 29 - Whitstable Music Society - THE ROBERT PLANE TRIO: Beethoven, Zemlinsky, Cyril Scott, Brahms - 7.30pm, Whitstable Methodist Church, £12 from Gatefield Sounds, 01227 277227 or on the door.

Deadline for the February issue will be January 12. Gig listings are FREE of charge. Please contact Lucy: ldepledge@live.co.uk Gig information provided by LDP Promotions: www.ldppromotions.com

27 - Carpenter’s Arms, Eastling VAUX DELUXE - 8.30pm, FREE entry, 01227 456271 29 - Rodney’s Sports Bar, Herne Bay - EMILY & THE BEATS - 9pm, Free entry, 01227 375658

ENTERTAINMENT

8 - The Bear, Faversham ROCK CLUB XMAS PARTY - 8-11pm, 07747 618275

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what’s on? whitstable what’s on? whitstable COMMUNITY EVENTS December 2nd - Christmas ‘switch-on’, Whitstable Town Centre, 5-7pm. 3rd - 2.30-5.30pm Joy Lane Primary School Christmas Fair: Santa in his grotto, Christmas gifts, Mulled Wine & Mince Pies and lots of lovely Christmas stalls, in the Main Hall. Ease yourself into christmas. 3rd - Full Circle Live Music, nostalgia with a hint of Christmas, Marine Hotel, Tankerton, tickets £5 from hotel or call 07729981683 4th, 10am-4pm, Christmas Market, Horsebridge main hall. Mince pies, mulled wine, face painting, carol singing (from 2pm), raffle, homeware, jewellery, knitorama, wood turning, silk painting, upcycled toys and much, much more. Free entry. 01227 281174 4th & 18th, 10-4pm - Seaside Brocante, Umbrella Centre. Top dealers with glamourous vintage gifts at bargain prices. Party frocks, designer coats, capes, jackets; tweed, velvet, cahsmere. Fabulous jewellery (paste & precious) & accessories. Vintage tree & table decorations, silver, glass, china. French linen tableware, bespoke cushions & creations, books, pictures & more. NEW: gents’ bespoke. Cindy Mainwaring: 01227 773037. 5th – Tankerton Christmas Market 12-5pm. Come and visit Tankerton’s Christmas Market at its new home, Whitstable Castle. www.whitstablecastle.co.uk 01227 281726 11th - All Saints Nursery School Xmas Bazaar, 10– 12.30; Xmas Stalls, Santa’s Grotto, children’s carol concert, refreshments, Xmas raffle and other Xmas fun. All Saints Church Hall, £1.50 per family. 11th – Christmas @ the Castle, 10-4pm. Get into the spirit of Christmas with stalls, music, a visit from Father Christmas - and it’s even going to snow! www. whitstablecastle.co.uk. 01227 281726

COMMUNITY

11th - Whitstable Choral Society & Blean Primary School Choir, Concert of Christmas Carols, 7.30pm, St Alphege Church, Whitstable, £7.50/£5 from Gatefield Sounds or 01227 750950, or on the door.

18th - Friends in Harmony Christmas Concert, 7pm, St John’s Methodist Church, Argyle Rd, Whitstable. £8 including seasonal refreshments & proceeds to charity. 01227 266686. 19th - Oyster Singers’ Christmas Concert Swalecliffe Community Centre - - 3pm, £5 incl refreshments, 01227 274802 or 793155

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19th - Christmas Carols and Christingle Service, 5pm, Whitstable Methodist Church. 21st - Whitstable Umbrella Children’s Christmas Party, 2.30pm. Tickets £4 from office. Magic, Bouncy castle, Party games, food, Father Christmas. Raffle £1/strip. Prizes have been donated by local businesses - THANK YOU for your support. More info: Julia or Rob on 01227 274880.

New Year December 31st - Deco 5 New Year Party, from 7pm, Featuring DJ Skaface, complimentary Mini Buffet, Optional fancy dress... Tickets £5 in advance, £10 on the door. 01227 77 00 79 January 15th - St Mary’s Hall, 10-4pm - Seaside Brocante - rustic seaside chic, gifts, clothes (including beskpoke gents’) furniture, homeware, haberdashery. £1, admission, call Cindy Mainwaring: 01227 773037.

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES Activities and times may change, please check before you arrive. Babies Breast Feeding & Weaning Peer Support Group – Joy Lane Children’s Centre - Mondays from 12:15 -2:15pm. 01227 263998 Baby bounce and rhyme – Whitstable Library, Oxford Street, first Tuesday of each month, 1111.20am. 01227 273309 Drop-in baby clinic – Joy Lane Children’s Centre Thursdays 9.30-11am, no appointment necessary, call in to see the health visitor, chat and have your child weighed. Call 01227 263998 Baby Massage - Joy Lane Children’s Centre Thursdays 12.00-1pm. 01227 564421 Baby Massage – Whitstable Health Centre – 5-week courses, Friday am. 50p per session, bring your own massage oil. Call Carol Fellowes on 01227 594417 Portage Drop in & Play - Joy Lane Children’s Centre - for families with children 0-5 with additional needs Fridays 10am-12. Call 01227 263998 for more info Parent and Toddler Carer & Toddler group - St Alphege, Monday 9.1510.45am, 50p per family. 01227 272977. Arts & Crafts - Mondays 10-11am term-time only, drop in at Swalecliffe Children’s Centre 01227 272103 Button Tots – Lucerne Neighbourhood Centre, Faversham Road. Mondays 10am-12, call Jane 01227 282732 Walk & Talk - fortnightly, Mondays, (term-time only) 1.30 for 1.45 start at JoJo’s Tankerton. For parents with under 5s. Swalecliffe Children’s Centre 01227 272103 Baby Massage - Mondays 1-2pm, Swalecliffe Children’s Centre. Bookable at Centre 01227 272103

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what’s on? whitstable what’s on? whitstable 3 Years Plus Family Group – Westmeads Infant School, Cromwell Road, Mondays 1.45-2.45pm. 01227 272995

Chatterbox Baby and Toddler Group – St John’s Church Centre, Swalecliffe. Fridays 9.30-11.30am. 01227 792835

Little Alfies – Seasalter Christian Centre, alternate Mondays 1.45pm, call 07733070933

Locomotion - Fridays 10-10.45 (2-5) Baby Loco 11-11.30 (6 months-2). Joy Lane Children’s Centre 01227 263998

Story Time – Swalecliffe Library, Herne Bay Road, Swalecliffe, Mondays 2-2.30pm, drop in or call 01227 792645 Health Trainer’s Drop in – Mondays 1-2.30pm. Healrh advice & support for parents of young children. Joy Lane Children’s Centre – 01227 263998 Messy Play Sessions – Mondays 1-3pm. Bring old clothes! Free of charge. Joy Lane Children’s Centre – 01227 263998 Midwife Clinic - Tuesdays 9am-3pm, Swalecliffe Children’s Centre, appointment only through Whitstable Health Centre. Playmates - Christian Fellowship Hall, Harbour Street. Tuesday 9.30-11.30am, term-time only. 80p per family. All welcome. Diane Wilkin: 01227 263393. Tots @ TEC – Tankerton Evangelical Church Hall, Northwood Road, Tankerton, Tuesdays 10-11.30am, ages 0-5, £1 per family. 01227 794328 Messy Play - drop in Tuesdays 1-2.30-pm, Swalecliffe Children’s Centre - 01227 272103 Seasalter Christian Centre parent and toddler group – Tuesdays, 1.30-3pm, £1 per family. 01227 770257 Baby Bounce and Rhyme - Whitstable Library, 1st Tuesday of the month, 11-11.20am - 01227 273309 Parent & Toddler Group - drop in Wednesdays 9-11.30am, with Health Trainer on site. Swalecliffe Children’s Centre - 01227 272103 Rock-a-bye Music - Joy Lane & Swalecliffe Children’s Centres, Wednesday 1.45-2.30. Bookable at Centres, 01227 263998 or 01227 272103 Little Lights – St Alphege Church, High Street, Thursdays, term time, 1.45-2.45pm, call 01227 770221 All Saints Parent and Toddler Group now at All Saints Church Hall, Church Street. Thursdays 1-2.30pm term-time only. 50p per family. Sue Smith 01227 5713255 Little Oysters Pre-school storytelling and craft activity, Last Wednesday, 1.30-2.30pm. Whitstable Museum. £2 per child. To book: 01227 276 998

COMMUNITY

Parent and Toddler Group – Joy Lane Children’s Centre – Thursdays, session 1: 9-10.30am; session 2: 11-12.30. 01227 263998 Coffee & Craft, Thursday 1-2.30pm, free creche provided, Swalecliffe Children’s Centre. Call 01227 272103 to book.

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3+ Toddler Group - St Alphege, Thursdays 9.1510.45. 50p per family, 01227 272977

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Find a Voice (lends equipment to people with speech & Communication difficulties) Fridays 10-11am, Joy Lane Children’s Centre: 01227 263998 Story time – Whitstable Library, Oxford Street. Fridays, 2-2.30pm, call 01227 273309 Friday Fun Group – Middle Wall United Reformed Church – 9.30-11.30am. Waiting list 01227 771766 or 263959 Dads’ group - Joy Lane Children’s Centre - Fridays 1-3pm. 01227 263998 Pre-school Children Gardening Groups - Mondays 9am, drop in to Joy Lane Children’s Centre (also other days) call: 01227 263998. 1-2pm Swalecliffe Children’s Centre, Dropin, 01227 2727103 Impressions & Expressions Mondays 9.30 10.30 pre-book at Joy Lane Children’s Centre on 01227 263998 School Children/After-School Clubs 11+ and GCSE/A Level Mathematics tuition by qualified Mathematics teacher, Whitstable and Herne Bay area, Tel: (01227) 283816 After School Homework Club, ages 8-14, Seasalter Christian Centre, Tuesdays, term-time, 3.45-5.45, £1 including cooked tea, drinks & snacks. Call Jill: 07730 070 933. Community choir for children of St Alphege CE school, Whitstable Junior school and Whitstable Endowed CE school. Every Tuesday during term time 8.30-8.50am, St Alphege Community room. 01227 272977 Cricket - Saturday Colts - ages 6-11. 9.15am, £1 per child, including drink. Register at http://www. whitstablecc.tripod.com or at Belmont Road ground on Saturday morning. TDA Baby & Children’s Dance Classes MondaySaturday. Mum & Babies on Thursdays. Phone Helena for details: 01227 275375 Music Lessons With Emily - Lessons for Adults and Children in: Singing, Piano, Flute, Theory, Sight Reading, Songwriting, GCSE / A Level preparation and Sibelius. I currently have a waiting list for under 16 year olds as I am fully booked but have vacancies for adult learners who can attend in the daytime. Call Emily on 01227 282 556 or 07749 115 484. Whitstable Home Education Group Tuesdays 1.303pm. Penny: 01227 773155, transitionwhitstable.org. uk, moonmama@inflatablecookie.com Whitstable Majorettes and Pom Teams - age 5+, St Peters Church Hall, Cromwell Street, Whitstable, Monday 4-6pm, £2 per session. 07900 478863

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what’s on? whitstable what’s on? whitstable Adult Education Chinese Mandarin Lessons for Adult/GCSE. Phone Seamay: 01227 772393 or email seamaychinese@hotmail.com Under 25 Family Planning & Sexual Health Clinic (Drop in) 10.30-11.30 1st Thursday of every month, starting Oct 7. Joy Lane Children’s Centre 01227 26399

FITNESS Adult Classes: Beginners/Improvers Monday-Friday at TDA. Ballet, Tap, Pilates/Yoga, Dance-fit low impact. Call Helena for details: 01227 275375 American Square Dancing at the W.I. Hall, Chestfield. Fridays 7:30-9:30pm. 01227 275455. Beginners Mondays 3-4.30pm. Aqua Aerobics Mondays 4.45-5.45pm, Fridays 9.3010.30am - Tree Tops Retreat, Wraik Hill, £4.50/class inc tea or coffee. Booking essential. 01227 280265, 07850 104560 Back fit Pilates. Classes for all over strength, flexibility and rehabilitation with qualified teacher, who has a strong therapy and personal training background. Elizabeth will help you confidently improve your posture and over all physique, whilst having fun! Classes are held on Thursday in Whitstable, day and evening. Call Elizabeth on 07748 988851

Badminton courts at CCW available to hire Saturdays 9-12pm. 07751 307708 Ballroom & Latin American Dancing, Tuesdays 1.303pm, Umbrella Centre, 01227 274880 Burn Fat, Get Fit! - with Personal Training and Classes. Boot Camps - Tuesday 7pm, Thursday 6:30pm and Friday 7am on Church St playing field. Buggy workout - Friday 11am Meet on Tankerton Slopes 45 min. Run Training - Friday 12.30 on Church St playing field 45 min. CALL MARK - 079689 55526 or e-mail Mark@bodyworks-pt.co.uk. Check www. bodyworks-pt.co.uk for more information. Fitness to Music with bums, legs & tums - Mondays 12.15-1.15pm, Tree Tops Retreat, Wraik Hill, £4.50/ class inc tea or coffee. Booking essential. 01227 280265, 07850 104560 Jelly Legs Running Club – Meets every Monday night at 6.30pm in various locations in Whitstable and Herne Bay – All abilities welcome. Please contact Sarah on 07871 275269, sarah@jelly-legs.co.uk or www.jelly-legs.co.uk for more information. Low impact keep fit - Mondays 12.15-1.15pm, Umbrella Centre, Suzi: 07702 386176 PILATES CLASSES - Mondays 5:30pm-6:45pm at the Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre, Oxford Street, Whitstable. Walk and talk - Wednesdays 10.30am from Whitstable Umbrella Community Centre: 01227 274880

6th Whitstable Scout group 2010 Christmas scout post Last year we successfully delivered over 12,000 cards. Monies raised help support our scout group and a donation will be given to local charity Kent Kids Miles of Smiles. We cover Seasalter,Whitstable, Tankerton, Swalecliffe and Chestfield on Saturday 27th November to Friday 17th December. Stamps are 15p, cards need to be addressed as normal and posted in special boxes in outlets and shops all over Whitstable. For delivery 18th/19th December by Explorer scouts, Scouts, Cubs, Beavers, Parents, Leaders and Friends of the group.

• Card City, 70 High St

Stamps and post boxes are available from:

• Whitstable Health Centre

• Spar Store Faversham Rd, Seasalter

• Estuary View Health Centre

• Electrical safety, 47 Canterbury Rd

Your support will be much appreciated.

• Clarks Flowers Shop, 66 Oxford St • Oxford Street Books, 20a Oxford St • Copperfields, 89 High St

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Our 27th year!

• Castle Rd Stores, 1 Church St • The Chocolate Box, 53 Oldbridge Rd • Stocks of Whitstable, 114 Cromwell Rd • Tyrell & Jones, 1a Tower Parade • Harbour News, 43 Harbour St • Dunns Bakery, 121 Tankerton Rd • Smiffies, 93 Tankerton Rd • Keiths Angling (Pet Supplies), St Johns Rd Swalecliffe • Galleon Promotions, 51 Chestfield Rd • Chestfield Medical Centre

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what’s on? www.the-imp.co.uk what’s on? Yoga and Relaxation with Chrissie Monday and Tuesday evenings 7-8pm and 8.15-9.15pm, Longfield Court Garden Room, Swalecliffe. £6. Tuesday mornings 10-11 and Thursday mornings 9.30-10.30 Whitstable Castle. Friendly drop-in classes. £7. Speaker and personal tutor. Please ring Chrissie 01227 275000.

Short Mat Bowls - Friday and Sunday evenings, Umbrella Centre, 01227 794600

Yoga - Mondays 1.20-2.20pm, Umbrella Centre, Suzi: 07702 386176

Whitstable Indoor Bowling Club - open 9.30am10pm. 01227 277 692

Yoga - Mondays 1.45-2.45pm & 6.30-7.30pm, £4.50/ class inc tea or coffee. Booking essential. Tree Tops Retreat, Wraik Hill, 01227 280265, 07850

COMMUNITY GUIDE Clubs/Societies Arts and crafts for adults - Thursdays 10am-12, Umbrella Centre: 01227 274880 Book Club - Tankerton, 3rd Thursday in month 7.30pm. Friendly group of mixed ages reading a variety of fiction. Prospective new members are invited to contact Tim Mason on 01227 272126 Book club - 1st Thursday of the month, 6.30-9pm, Umbrella Centre. Movie every other month. 01227 274880 East Kent Model Railway Society - Wednesdays 7.30pm, Club house in the Old Dairy (by Castle Stores), Castle Road. 01227 275157 Free EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) Thursdays 10-4 at Umbrella Centre. Light tapping of points on the body and some taking. Can alleviate pain. 01227 274880 Flowers and Crafts Club - Tuesdays 7-9.30pm, Umbrella Centre, 01227 281138 Needles and Natter - Thursdays 2.30-4.30pm, Umbrella Centre, 01227 274880 Needles & Pins - Thursdays 12-2pm, Main Hall Umbrella Centre. Sewing classes for all abilities, call 01227 274880. Oyster Lacemakers - Mondays, 4–7pm, Umbrella Centre, 01227 276921

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Oyster Singers - Every Monday (except holidays) 7.15pm at Tankerton Castle. Old and new songs in 4 part harmony. 01227 793155

Photography - Digital Camera Course Tuesdays 3-5pm, Umbrella Centre. £5 registration, £12.50 for 5 week course. Beginners & Improvers. Advanced class also available. Call 01227 274880 for more details Reading Group - Swalecliffe Library, 01227 792645 Samba Pelo Mar samba band, Tuesdays 7-9pm at Whitstable Junior School. Call 01227 281838. Scrabble Club - Mondays 10.30-12.30pm, Umbrella Centre, 01227 274880

Whitstable Flower Club - Whitstable Youth & Community Center, Tower Parade, 2nd Thursday every month @ 2 pm. Annual membership or visitors welcome. Ann 01227 361995.

Whitstable Over 60s Centre, Waterloo Road (next to Baptist Church). Mon-Sat, 10am-1pm. Refreshments available. Drop in or call 01227 272093. Whitstable Photographic Group – 1st & 3rd Friday each month, 8-10pm, The Castle, Tower Hill. 01227 275936 Whitstable Short Mat Bowls Club - Fridays & Sundays 7.30pm, Umbrella Centre. 01227 794600 Whitstable Stroke Club - Fridays 3.30-5.30pm, Umbrella Centre, 01227 266827 Whitstable Twinning Association - 01227 793212 or JOGI102@aol.com Whitstable Women Writers, first Monday of the month, 8pm, new members welcome, 01227 771126 Council Services Recycling Information: 01227 862 247; Recycling Collections, Banks, Sacks; Domestic Refuse Collection; Dog Fouling: 0800 031 9091 Health Chestfield Medical Centre – 0844 477 3073 Saddleton Road Surgery - 08443878666 Seasalter Surgery - 01227 772327 Whitstable Health Centre – 0844 477 2566 Estuary View Health Centre - 01227 284300 Seasalter Community Pharmacy - 0844 3878111 Estuary View Pharmacy - 01227 277488 Out of Hours service – 0844 800 1234 NHS Direct - including Out of Hours Pharmacies 0845 46 47 Stop Smoking Service - 0800 849 4444 Blood Donation – 08457 711 711 Disability Information and Advice Line Tel: 01227 771155 NHS Patient Advice and Liaison Service 0800 085 6606 Local Policing Police surgeries and meetings: www.kent.police.uk Whitstable: 01227 868028 Chestfield - 01227 868028 or 0777 222 6106 Gorrell - 0777 222 5966 Harbour - 07980 683530 or 0777 222 6035 Seasalter & Yorkletts - 01227 868028 Swalecliffe & Tankerton - 01227 868028 or 01227 868028

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SEMI-PERMANENT MAKE-UP • Eyebrows – natural hair stroke effect • Eyeliner, Lash Liner, Lip Liner/Blush

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LADY DECORATING SERVICE • Let me create the look you’ve always wanted • Friendly advice and approachable • All aspects of decorating • Furniture painting • No job too small

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what’s on? whitstable what’s on? whitstable Volunteer Services Elderly or disabled and can’t access public transport? Whitstable Volunteer Car Scheme: 01227 264743 Volunteers Needed

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Whitstable Volunteer Car Scheme - drivers needed to take elderly or disabled to appointments. If you have time to volunteer please call 01227 264743

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

Whitstable Volunteer Centre - Volunteers recruited to work in many different charities. Contact volunteering@ whitstablevc.org.uk or call 01227 772248

LOCAL SERVICES Alternative Therapies Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Swedish Massage, Ear Candles, Hot Stone Massage, Indian Head Massage. In the comfort of your own home or in Debra’s therapy room. Call Debra Maybourne, Holistic Therapist, 01227 276 881 or 07872 622 023

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 Carers

Beauty Secrets at home - Mobile Beauty Treatments, Acrylic Nails/Art, Spray Tanning & Waxing. SPECIAL OFFER: Acrylic Nails & Spray Tan just £40! Evening/weekend appointments available. Discount on tanning parties. 8 years’ experience, qualified and insured: 07932007845

Tender Loving Carers Domiciliary Ltd – Providers of Personal and Domestic Care to the elderly and younger less able within the community. For a FREE, no obligation assessment and enquiry, please call on 01227 772515. For employment opportunities please also call the number above. www.tenderlovingcarers.com

CHANGE YOUR LUCK – CHANGE YOUR LIFE. Do you feel you could make more of life? Whether you want to supercharge your confidence, become more relaxed or gain more control so that you can focus on creating the life YOU want, we can help. www.pureserendipity.co.uk ; 0845 579 4262

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FOOT FRIEND - Caring Chiropody, the sole mate for your feet. The gentle foot health service in your own home. Visits within a 5 mile radius of town centre. Call Rochelle Lewis on 07974008120 Holistic Massage, Reflexology, Indian Head Massage.Treatment room in Whitstable; home visits within 3 mile radius. Gift vouchers, taster sessions and pamper events. Contact Liz Compton on 07931201148 or email CChasComp@aol.com, www.therapybythesea.co.uk Hypnotherapy at Q Hypnotherapy, based in Whitstable. Details at www.Qhypnotherapy.co.uk. Call Lisa Barnett on 0800 612 8153

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Reflexology at Sole Indulgence for stress reduction, relaxation & better health. “If you haven’t tried it, it’s a must do.” Sarah, Whitstable. Gift vouchers available. New - Hot Stones Reflexology. Call Alison on 01227 272131 www.soleindulgence.co.uk

Hypnotherapy for Smoking is the least expensive within a 20 mile radius. Based in Chestfield. Call Peter Corrigan on 01227 792359 or email: peter.corrigan@ tesco.net www.stopsmoking-kent.co.uk Reflexology & Massage at Body Mind and SOLE Denise Fasulo, MAR (Member of the Association of Reflexologists). Professional treatment in pleasant surroundings. Call Whitstable 01227 275855

DAISY CHAIN NURSERY SCHOOL - we are open every day during term time from 9.15 to noon with extended hours on Mondays and Thursdays 9.15 to 3.15. We welcome visits - please phone for appointment, 07947 819 348 (nursery hours) 01227 773059 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 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 Counselling Whitstable Counselling & Psychotherapy Centre. Feeling unable to cope and need somebody to talk to and think things through? Confidential, UKCP & BACP Registered with 15 years experience. Contact Deborah Gibbons on 01227 261159. Reduced rates for those on low incomes. Cromwell Road Counselling & Meditation Centre – Do you need to find different ways of coping with life? Do you need someone to listen? Counselling, Psychotherapy or Meditation could help; for Adults and Children. Phone Karin Heinitz/Christine McAllen, Tel: 01227 273580

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what’s on? whitstable what’s on? whitstable Curtain Making 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. Curtains & Blinds professionally made, all handfinished, alterations undertaken, 30 yrs’ experience. Call Jan 01227 792729 or 07729 895123 Home Maintenance Chimney Sweep and Vac, ICS registered and fully insured, covering Whitstable, Herne Bay, Faversham and surrounding areas. Tel: 01227 264427, mob: 07780523757, email: dvdmarm@tiscali.co.uk

F.T.S. Electrical Installations, all aspects of electrical

work undertaken. Home Buyers/ Landlord surveys and reports, and periodic inspections. Door entry and alarm systems. Fully Qualified and Part P and Napit registered, Call Paul Fletcher on 01795 539302 & 07885 587350. 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

High Quality Painters and Decorators. With her

skilled team, can transform your house, and work with you to create the look you want. 18 years’ experience, Special Paint Finishes,Painted Furniture,Kitchens, Colour and Design Advise. Call Victoria on: 01795 539302 & 07970303610 Lady Painter & Decorator, 30 years’ experience, clean & tidy worker, no job too small. Call Kim on 01227 791 524 or 07792 195 411 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 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. Gardening Gardening/Property Maintenance - No job too small. Whitstable area only. Tree pruning, lawn mowing/tidying, hedge trimming, fencing, carpentry/ woodwork projects for gardens. Call 07835 665 707 Parties Partylite - Candles and Home Accessories? Quality fragrant candles in a variety of shapes, colours and sizes. Tri-Glow 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

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Retailers *Ripple Farm Organics* ORGANIC & LOCAL - Crundale, Canterbury CT4 7EB. Boxes delivered to your area. 01227 730898 (answer-phone) www.ripplefarmorganics.co.uk

Sunlock Blinds - Blinds for home conservatory or office. Made to measure, vertical, venetians, wooden, rollers, fly-screens, outside canopies. Upholstery Foam also available. Home visits arranged, free no obligation quotes. Free fitting service. Family-run business 32 years, 01227 281191; 07828 564082 Tarot Consultant Experienced and professional Reader and Teacher of Tarot in Whitstable. Private readings, parties, talks and gift vouchers available. 8 week courses at Horsebridge Centre. See www.suzannecorbie.co.uk. Call Suzanne on 07732 493 014 or email info@suzannecorbie.co.uk Weddings Beautiful Wedding Cakes, reasonably priced, made to your specific requirements, phone Chrissie for a free consultation on 07511 009 757. Pictures and testimonials on Chrissie’s Kitchen facebook group or at www. chrissies-kitchen.co.uk Need a Wedding/Function band? Enquire at: www. mybandagency.co.uk/site/book/IMP001 to be sent options and links to available bands and music. The ultimate bespoke bridal hairdresser, make-up artist and facialists in the comfort of your boudoir & hotel room. It’s like having your very own fairy godmother on your wedding day. For a consultation contact us on 07807 892 857 Wedding Singer - Let professionally-trained soprano Christina make your day special. Repertoire to suit your needs, call for a free consultation: 07511 009 757

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 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. For more info please visit our website: www.yurt-holidays-spain.com. Email jackyfaulkner@hotmail. com, tel 0034 951321861.

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