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Welcome...

Dec/Jan ISSUE 2016

...Well, here we are at Christmas again! I think I blinked and missed most of 2015, it whizzed by so fast! They do say that time flies when you’re having fun, so maybe that goes at least part way to explain things – it certainly has been a pretty impressively memorable year, made all the better by having the company of all of you to share it with.

Christmas is such a fabulous time to spend with all our friends and family – two legged, four legged, at home or spread across the globe – with presents, cards and precious time spent together. It’s also a fantastic time for FOOD! With over 3000 calories in the average Christmas dinner, I’m looking forward to savouring every single one – it’s lovely to have that one special day a year to let your hair down – eat, drink and be merry….mmmmm!!

As I mentioned, this year would certainly not have been as brilliant without all our readers, advertisers, distributors and contributors – so thank you all for your loyalty and company in 2015, and here’s to another healthy, wealthy and wonderful year together in 2016!

Until next year……….

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Christmas trees We’re all feeling excited and festive, but the prospect of that annual trek to choose a tree always has me in a bit of a flummox…..real or fake? How tall? Will it fit in the car?!

There are so very many choices, so here are a few pointers to make the choosing a little less of a challenge!

Real vs. fake – households with crawling babies, or where space is at a premium, may prefer an artificial tree, or a real variety with non-drop foliage. If the look and smell of a real tree matters to you, why not consider choosing a potted one, that won’t drop needles and can live outside the rest of the year?

How high? Measure ceiling height, subtract the height of your stand and the star to go on the top of the tree, and get choosing! Real trees can always be trimmed a little if

they won’t fit the space, and artificial trees are available in a huge range of heights, widths and colours.

Budget – artificial trees, or potted real ones that are still growing, can save money each year, but can be a much larger initial expense. Real trees can be bought from local nurseries and a huge range of sizes and varieties are available – speak to the knowledgeable staff at your garden centre for advice.

Afterwards – if you choose an artificial tree, it can be packed away and stored until next year, in a cupboard or loft. If it’s a potted tree, the garden is the best place, until next year – but it may outgrow your home, or need repotting, and you will have to care for it throughout the year.

A cut real tree will only last for the festive season, but can be recycled or chipped up to use as garden mulch and so will benefit your plants all year round!

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H e a l t h &B e a ut y

Food, glorious food!

Mulled wine is a well-known festive favourite, but if you fancy a Christmas drink without the alcohol, here are a couple of ideas to try, to create a cosy atmosphere and put you in a celebratory mood!

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H e al t h & B e a u ty

Christmassy Chocolate Heaven Make a large mug of cocoa or drinking chocolate as usual, and a stir in a pinch of ground cinnamon. Add a sprinkle of grated chocolate, and a dusting of icing sugar. A squirt of whipped cream or vanilla icecream float completes the decadent delight, with an iced gingerbread biscuit for dunking – pure indulgence!

Mulled Apple Punch Add a litre of apple juice to a large saucepan with the zest and juice of a large orange, a cinnamon stick or

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sachet of mulling spices and stir in a few tablespoons of runny honey, to taste. Heat gently and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring regularly and do not allow the mixture to boil.

Remove the mulling spices and serve – a fruity favourite, the party drink that everyone can enjoy!

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What does Christm Family time, being with loved ones, plenty of presents, eating too much? Whilst we are enjoying planning and wrapping, baking and making, it’s also a time to think about all those less fortunate than ourselves – and make their festive season just a little happier.

Giving to charity isn’t just for the very rich – we can all do a little to make a difference. Just buying an extra tin or two with your supermarket shop and popping them in the food bank collection basket is no effort and costs less than a pound, but will benefit someone who may otherwise not enjoy their Christmas. Here are a few more ideas that will spread a little happiness this festive season: – help at a drop-in centre, soup kitchen •orVolunteer food bank

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And remember, the giving can continue after the celebrations are over – those unwanted presents can go to the charity shop, Christmas jumpers are just as cosy in January so pop them in the clothing bank, and why not make a New Year’s resolution to make 2016 a more charitable one.

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T h e G a r de n i n De c e m b e r a n d N e w Y e a r

Pottering about indoors Now is the time to enjoy the colour and spectacle of your indoor plants, says Buckingham Garden Centre’s Chris Day. It was back in 1942 when a gentlema called Thomas Rochford coined the phrase ‘houseplants’ for those potted indoors plants we grew on our windowsills. Of course back then plants grown in the home was a relatively new concept, as generally only the well to do could afford the likes of stylish palms, Victorian Aspidistra and pots of Pelargoniums. That basically was it until Mr Rochford decided to up the game and introduce, in greenhouses he had previously grown Tomatoes, Cucumbers and Peppers in, a whole new crop of plants. These are plants we grow and know today, including Swiss Cheese plants (middle pictured ), Rubber plants, Spider plants (pictured top left), Money plants, Cacti (marketed under plants from the desert), Mother-in-Laws Tongue, Devils Ivy, Begonias, African Violets and Pot Chrysanthemums.

However, in the huge commercial world, growers were also keen to cash in on this fast evolving market and once the Dutch (and later the Belgium, Danish and American growers) got involved the UK was quickly awash with masses of amazing plants, which we enjoy today.

The technology of growing plants, such as better

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growing techniques, improved composts and fertilisers and tissue culture (the clever test tube growing of plants) has brought prices down dramatically. Go back 25 years and you would have paid around £50 for a 2/3 stem Phalaenopsis orchid, now you can buy one for £15 or less!

Our homes have changed too! Back in the Victorian era the only plants that would survive were the thicker leaved Aspidistra, the well named cast iron plant, as the houses were relatively cold, dark and thick with coal and gas fumes. Now our homes are generally much warmer, lighter and airy, perfect to grow exotic foliage plants, orchids and flowering pot plants such as the tropical orchids and bromeliads.

So, as we enter a period of frantic houseplant buying, it’s worth having a chat about what our plants require over the winter period. One thing is certain, more plants are likely to be killed by overwatering than any other reason, so generally be sparing with the H20! Of course there are

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exceptions and the beautiful florist Azaleas and potted bulbs do need more water than most.

If you fancy growing some simple greenery then a few good plants to grow include the stately Kentia Palm, Draceana (Dragon tree) or how about Spathiphyllum,(pictured above) sometimes called the Peace Lily? Spathiphyllum is basically a green leaved plant but periodically it produces beautiful white spathes as shown.

Of all the flowering house plants, the Peace Lily care is probably the easiest. In fact, it tolerates average indoor conditions better than many house plants. Its dark-green, glossy leaves are strongly veined and arch away from the plant's base, making this an attractive foliage plant when not in bloom. Keep its leaves dust-free by wiping them with a damp cloth.

Blooms (spathes) usually appear in early summer and last for weeks. The pale green spathe turns white as it opens and surrounds the protruding spadix that is densely covered by its tiny, true flowers. When flowers start to fade, cut off the flower stalks as close to the base as possible.

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If you have a Spathiphyllum that fails to bloom it is usually because it is not getting enough sunlight.

Move your plant to a brighter location, but keep it out of direct sun, which can scorch leaves. If it is an older plant that refuses to bloom and you haven't divided it in several years, divide it in spring. This is one of the few plants I know that blooms better after dividing it.

When caring for a Peace Lily plant, remember that its leaves will indicate any problems. Brown leaf tips are likely caused by overwatering. Water thoroughly, but don't allow the soil to get soggy. It could also be caused by direct sun. Move it to a shadier spot and be careful not to overwater. If the leaves become shrivelled and dry, the humidity is too low.

You can increase humidity by misting the plant or placing it on a tray of wet pebbles.

The advice for the Peace Lily is pretty universal for most foliage plants to be honest. Increasing the humidity around other foliage and specimen plants can be easily be achieved by mist spraying with a simple 1 pint sprayer filled with water. Keep the sprayer primed and in the room so the water is kept at the optimum temperature and, ideally, mist your foliage plants 2-3 times a week.

Top Tips for festive plants Poinsettia: Christmas wouldn’t be Christmas without a lovely red Poinsettia (pictured). It is essential you position the plant in good light away from direct sunlight and draughts. Avoid temperatures below 55°F (13°C). Overwatering too, quickly damages the plant.

When the surface of the compost begins to dry out, water thoroughly.

Place the pot on a tray with pebbles and water, as a humid atmosphere will prolong the coloured leaves (bract) life.

Cyclamen: Water from the base by standing the plant in a saucer of water until the plant has stopped taking up more water. Water again before the compost has dried out. Good light and cool temperatures are essential.

Christmas Cacti: Good light is essential.

Bud drop, the biggest cause of problems, normally occurs when the plants are moved into different areas of temperature and light. Aim for a steady temperature of around 55°F (13°C) throughout the flowering period. Keep the compost just

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moist, and repot after flowering to ensure good flowering next year.

Winter Cherry (Solanum pseudocapsicum): A relative of the tomato so keep well watered and fed to keep green and perky. Mist spray to improve humidity if theleaves begin to drop.

As a general rule use rainwater rather than tap water if you are living in a hard water area like Buckingham.

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Christmas trees, cutting holly for the house and collecting pine cones to make your own Christmas decorations, yes December has arrived. So, with this in mind, there’s never been a better time to get your garden into shape and here is a great opportunity to boost your garden - indoors and out - with some welcome seasonal colour by entering our easy-to-enter competition.

To win, simply answer the following question and TWO lucky readers will have the chance to win a Buckingham Garden Centre Gift Voucher, worth £25 perfect for giving the garden a muchdeserved treat or two!

Question: The traditional Christmas tree – Picea abies – is what type of conifer?

A. Spruce B. Pine C. Fir Pop your answer A, B or C together with your name and address to: competition@buckingham-nurseries.co.uk Or by post to: Buckingham Garden Centre, Tingewick Road, Buckingham, MK18 4AE.

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FREE Listing just email: inbusinessmags@gmail.com your Charity event/Clubs a Sat 12th December

Every Monday/Thursday Buckingham & Stowe Running Club. Please see our website for more information http://www.buckinghamrunningclub.com or email buckinghamrunning-

Every Monday

SCUBA diving with Stowe Sub Aqua Club, see the web for more information.

StoweSubAqua.co.uk Every Wednesday Buckingham Camera club meets at Padbury Village Hall 8:00 to 10:00pm

Alternate Wednesdays 'Just Friends' social club for single people aged 50+ Meet 8.00pm Villiers hotel lounge Walks, theatre, eating out & much more.

Sunday Morning Every Sunday morning the Swan Wheelers have bicycle rides for all abilities. Starting from Ball Moor 08-45.

See Swan Wheelers website Thurs 3rd December Christmas Concert with Carol Ann Duffy Stowe School Tickets 0856 680 1926 Thurs 3rd December Adderbury Ensemble Concert Tickets from Dukes Music Radcliffe Centre

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Sat 5th December Father Christmas in his Grotto 11-2.30 £3.50 per child Old Gaol Sat 5th December Running until 19th Dec Tree Festival. Come and vote for your favourite Christmas Tree Old Gaol - 10am-4pm

Sun 6th December

“Christmas in the Country” House 7.30pm Stowe School

Sunday 8th November

Ugland Auditorium 3pm Stowe School musicians perform piano concertos followed by Mozart Requiem

Tues 8th Dec

Christmas Quiz and Party Our fantastic Art Quiz will have you delving into your visual memory more than you think Peter Bowtell will once again devise and call the wonderful quiz.

Bring nibbles and soft drinks for a sparkling evening.

Sat 12th December

Christmas Parade 10.45am A Children’s Story Buckingham Town Centre

Sat 12th December

Father Christmas in his Grotto 11-2.30 £3.50 per child Old Gaol

Community Fair 10am Comunity Centre

Sat 12th December

The Owl who was afraid of the dark, Childrens Show 3-4 Stowe School

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Festive Winters Evening 7pm Stowe School 0845 6801926

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Exhibition “Winslow: Medieval to Modern” Buckingham Old Gaol FREE entry to exhibition

Buckingham Art For All (Bafa) meets on the second Tuesday each month at the Methodist Hall in Well Street, Buckingham. www.buckinghamartforall.co.uk

TOWCESTER RACECOURSE in October

Thursday 17th December Free Admission

BUCKINGHAM LIBRARY

Bucks Integrated Sensory Advice Service Advice and information on sight and hearing loss, home assessments, hearing aid maintenance and support.

Second Tuesday of the Month 10.00-12.00am Buckinghamshire Community Foundation Grants/funding for community groups Wednesdays 10.00-4.00

Aylesbury Vale Community Bank Want to save and borrow? Free drop in session for advice on saving and affordable loans 1st Wednesday of the month 10-11am Reminiscence Coffee Morning Share your memories over a cup of coffee 3rd Thursday of every month 10.30-11.30

Learn my Way Get on Line Sessions Improve your computer and Internet skills One to one sessions at a time to suit you

Knit and Natter Group Enjoy a coffee and a natter while improving your crafting Every Thursday 2-3 pm

Buckingham Rotary Club Wine Festival 5th December in the Community Centre 11.30am - 6.30pm

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Are you over 18?

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If your answers to the above questions are YES...

Then why not join us at 8.00pm on the third Thursday of each month at Buckingham Community Centre.

You will have the opportunity to make new friends, enjoy tasting wines from different countries and regions and join us on occasional trips to wineries in the UK and abroad.

We also arrange talks from different people that have included The Speaker of the House of Commons, a retired senior officer from the Royal Army Medical Corps and a former Butler on the Royal Yacht Britannia.

ALL THIS FOR AN INCREDIBLE £25.00 ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.

We will go out of our way to enable you to feel welcome If you are interested in joining the Buckingham Wine Circle, then please contact Stuart Froude, our Chair at stuart.f.froude@gmail.com or Ken Webster our treasurer at kenwebster641@sky.com or Ruth Newell, our social secretary at ruth.newell@tiscali.co.uk for more details.

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Some lovely Christmas events are coming soon to Stowe this December.

Children’s Christmas Theatre Blunderbus Theatre brings us The Owl Who Was Afraid of the Dark to the Roxburgh Hall on 12 December 3pm. Based on the classic 1992 children’s book by Jill Tomlinson, this funny, reassuring tale about Plop, the baby Barn Owl and his fear of darkness has been created especially for small people aged 3 to 7 years (and grown-ups who sleep with the big light on!).

Christmas Tree Festival Stowe Parish Church is being transformed into a winter wonderland for its first ever Christmas Tree Festival this month. Everyone is welcome to come and see wondrously decorated Christmas trees, hear a host of musical events, and enjoy festive refreshments. Running 10-13 December, The Christmas Tree Festival includes a return visit to Stowe by the masters of swing Rance’s Rockin’ Chair on 12 December 7.30pm. They will have your feet tapping to a uniquely arranged

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WINTER EVENTS P AT STOWE

selection of jazzy Christmas favourites.

All proceeds go towards the Children’s Air Ambulance and Stowe Church Water Project.

Christmas in the Country House Stowe House hosts an evening tour on 6 December 7pm in which expert guides take visitors on a journey to Christmas past.

Discover what Christmas was like in the 18th Century country house. On 13 December 7pm, the ever popular Festive Winter’s Evening at Stowe House promises the perfect start to the Festive Season with music from the Brackley Chamber Music Club, festive readings, and refreshments in sumptuous surroundings. Arts at Stowe 2016 season launches on 27 January.

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