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Welcome Well, the wait is over and its finally here!

Bloom Magazine has arrived in Newtownards. For those of you who have spoken to us through the planning stages thanks for your support and guidance! For everyone else let me tell you what we are about.

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Bloom is a FREE publication that will drop through your letterboxes at the start of every month. We will keep you up to date with local news, issues and initiatives, local events and much much more. We will also provide you with great advice from local experts here in the town. This issue we hear from Worthington Solicitors, Scrabo Health Products and our monthly beauty contributors Roamer Beauty. Bloom is bright, vibrant and full of everything positive about Newtownards and the Penninsula.

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Our passion and aim at Bloom is the same today as it was nearly 4 years ago when we started out with our first publication in East Belfast. We strive to support local independent business and promote shop local campaigns.

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Anyway enough about us. Grab a coffee have a read and see what you think for yourself. If you are out and about shopping local tell our advertisers and contributors that you saw them in Bloom!

If there is anything you would like to see in our future issues or you have information on local events etc please, please do let us know so that we can help spread the word.

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OPEN + DIRECT INSURANCE RAISE OVER £3,250 FOR LOCAL CHARITY John Laverty, Area Manager for Newtownards based Open+Direct Insurance joined Matthew Allen from Cancer Fund for Children to celebrate the local broker’s donation of more than £3,250.

Over the past year, the company has been fundraising for two locally based charities - NI Chest, Heart and Stroke and the Cancer Fund for Children – both of which were chosen in a vote by staff from all of Open+Direct’s branches.

John Laverty said, “This year, staff in all of our branches worked tirelessly to raise funds for these fantastic causes. We staged a ‘Night at the Races,’ took part in the Belfast Marathon and had great fun participating in “Christmas Jumper Day.” We are delighted to have raised a grand total of £6,500 for both charities and we have also raised money for Sports Relief, Children in Need and Breast Cancer Awareness. For 2015, we’ve set our sights even higher and plan to raise more money to help local good causes!”

NORTH DOWN CRAFT COLLECTIVE The North Down Craft Collective is a select group of enthusiastic, inspired designers, crafters and food producers who meet in Holywood Old School, Church Road, Holywood each month.

Committed to producing high quality, affordable, handmade products the group provides excellent customer service and a unique friendly atmosphere. As well as supporting small businesses in the area, the collective raises money each month for a different local charity.

Along with knitwear designer, Debbie McCann and local food producer, William Clendinning, who run the collective, there are another 8 resident crafters. Each month 4 ‘guest’ crafters join the group and there is also a vintage tearoom serving tea, coffee and a selection of scones, sandwiches and soup.

The entrance fee is £1 and all the proceeds go to the chosen charity.

The next ND Craft Collective market will be on Saturday 9th May from 10am - 4pm and the day will have a ‘Beard’ theme!! The entrance fee this month will go to Alzheimers Society North & East NI. For more information or to find out how to become a guest crafter please contact Debbie or William at ndcraftcollective@gmail.com Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ndcraftcollective / Twitter: www.twitter.com/@northdowncraft

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LOCAL BUSINESS TAKING OVER THE LOCAL AMERICAN SPORTS SCENE A Co. Down based online business is expecting a busy period following a surge in the popularity of American sports in Northern Ireland.

UK American Sports Store (www.ukamericansportsstore.co.uk), a leading supplier of official American sports apparel for NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL teams, is the brain-child of local entrepreneur Cameron McKay and has experienced significant sales growth this year.

Speaking about recent business development, Cameron said: "American sports have never been more popular in Northern Ireland with top fixtures becoming more accessible to watch on TV or actually attend in person. From ice hockey to basketball, baseball to American Football, it’s a really exciting and unique sports scene so it’s no wonder why more local people want to own the sports apparel of their favourite teams.

"In particular, the continued success of the Belfast Giants and their recent acquisition of Nathan Robinson has made ice hockey an extremely popular sport in Northern Ireland. The arrival of NFL games held at Wembley Stadium and NBA games at the O2 arena has also had a positive impact on the influence of the American sports scene back home.

“With another three NFL games due to take place in the UK this year, we are expecting continued local demand and I am confident that people wearing US sports apparel will soon be a familiar fixture on the streets of villages, towns and cities right across Northern Ireland."

"Our customers are not only from the UK and Ireland. We also get orders from right across Europe so we understand the need to provide a fast and reliable service especially during the busy festive period,” said Cameron.

For further information, visit www.ukamericansportsstore.co.uk.

Beyond the Battlefield are an ex-services Charity formed in order to act as a one stop shop to look after service veterans during and after discharge from Her Majesty’s Forces. Our Charity fulfils a number of roles which begins with an assessment to establish veteran’s needs followed by counselling ex-service people who leave the Forces suffering from a variety of symptoms and problems which indicate that they are suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Often there are comorbidity issues and mental health issues involved which include: stress, alcohol abuse, drugs, domestic abuse, suicidal tendencies, bereavement issues and often financial difficulties. Our counsellors are all fully qualified and follow BACP Codes of Practice. Our aim is to assist Navy, Army, Royal Air Force, Police and Emergency services.

Beyond the Battlefield also carry out a financial health check. We would follow that up by applying for the benefits to which you are entitled as well as compensation for injuries or illness obtained during service. We endeavour to Lobby for change in the Laws which effect service people with regards to unemployment and sickness benefits. We also work with homeless veterans organising housing and dealing with connected issues to help reintegration into civilian life.

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THE VINTAGE & HANDMADE WEDDING FAIR RETURNS TO BELFAST Brides from all over Ireland will be saving the date for The Vintage & Handmade Wedding Fair taking place at Malone House Belfast on Sunday 17th May. Brought to you by the original and inventive folks at Frock Around The Clock, the special event will showcase fifty inspirational wedding exhibitors offering handmade, vintage, bespoke and DIY wedding services for creative couples including dresses, bridal accessories, flowers, stationery, transport, cakes, photography, favours, event styling, bouquets, hair and make-up artistry, jewellery, and much more!

Creative Director Becky Moore says ‘The Vintage & Handmade Wedding Fair is a cool and stylish event aimed at couples who want a personalised wedding; a day that reflects their personalities and celebrates their unique relationship and experiences together. Our wedding fairs are a celebration of the genius crafty and creative wedding talent that we have right here in Ireland, so you will find fashion-forward inspiration and experts who can create tailor-made wedding products and services to suit your taste, personality and imagination.

You will also find carefully sourced, authentic vintage treasures from dresses and jewellery to china teasets and sparkling glassware, so you can be sure that no-one else is going to have the exact same look on their wedding day – it all makes for a less ordinary feel with a twist on the traditional. We also address the big trend for DIY weddings - for the couples who want to have a go at crafting various elements of their wedding day we also have sellers who are great at inspiring you to get creative and experimental with gorgeous fabrics, haberdashery, pretty papers, stamps and kits! Our fairs are fun but relaxed, gorgeously glamorous but friendly, designed to put you at ease and make planning your big day a pleasure. Unlike many other wedding events, most of the products and vintage treasures can even be purchased and taken away on the day!’

The impressive exhibitor list includes authentic vintage gowns from Archive 12, and Norma Jean Vintage, limited edition bridal headpieces by Emily Loves Vintage, beautiful handcrafted bouquets from Innocent Chaos, exquisitely designed cakes from The Little Cupcakery and Candytuft Cakes, heirloom quality designer vintage jewellery from Lulu and Belle, couture handcrafted stationery from Arbee* Stationery Design, inspirational photography from You Them Us, and DIY crafty wedding supplies from Hampton Blue and I Of The Needle.

The Vintage & Handmade Wedding Fair will take place on Sunday 17th May from 12-5pm at Malone House, Barnett Demesne, Belfast BT9 5PB. Admission costs £5 at the door and there will be goody bags for the first 100 visiting brides. Updates and details of special offers available on the day will be posted on facebook.com/frockaroundtheclockweddings and the full exhibitor list is available to view on the website frockfairsni.com.

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MOUNT STEWART CELEBRATES COMPLETION OF £8M PROJECT TO RESTORE FAMOUS HOUSE Mount Stewart, on the shores of Strangford Lough, today celebrated the completion of a three year, £8million restoration project to bring the famous house back to its former glory.

Visitors to the National Trust landmark will be able to enjoy the reinvigorated house from 20 April with previously unopened rooms and hundreds of new items on display.

Commenting on the project, Jon Kerr, manager at Mount Stewart said: “This ambitious project to fully restore Mount Stewart is the National Trust’s most significant investment in Northern Ireland in quite some time. It has been a hugely exciting project that brings this family home back to its former glory and truly showcases the history of this special place.

“We are also pleased to announce that a large collection of internationally significant items can now be viewed here, on loan from the Estate of the Marquess of Londonderry. Combined with one of the top gardens in the world, we have a destination which offers a fascinating insight in to the stories of the Stewart family.

“I’d like to thank everyone who played a part in completing this project. From joinery apprentices and builders to expert conservators and curators, this project has been a huge team effort that has really captured the imagination of our supporters and visitors.”

“I’d also like to recognise the generosity of the Marquess of Londonderry who made it possible for so many amazing items to return to Mount Stewart.”

Lady Rose Lauritzen’s family has lived at Mount Stewart since the 18th century. Speaking about the restoration she said: “It is an enormous pleasure to see this family home restored and reinvigorated. As well as the fabulous restoration, we will also see a huge number of items come to Mount Stewart from places that were connected to my family history.

“I believe it is the single most important contribution to improve the presentation of this house since my grandmother, Edith, Lady Londonderry, made it her principle residence in the 1920s.

“I am truly excited to share the house with our visitors and look forward to seeing the hallways and rooms filled with people once again.”

Heather Thompson, Director for the National Trust in Northern Ireland said: “As a conservation charity we passionately believe in protecting our unique heritage while providing even more access to our visitors and supporters. This project has also been a valuable opportunity to support the Northern Ireland economy through a range of contractors and businesses while also keeping vital conservation skills alive.

“Mount Stewart is already a key player in the tourism industry on the island of Ireland, welcoming more than

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160,000 visitors last year. With this fabulous restoration we expect to welcome even more visitors to this very special place over the coming years.”

As well as the many historical items and beautiful represented rooms, the project has ensured that the structure of the building is now sound. Important upgrades have resulted in more efficient heating that meets strict conservation standards. Nearly every room in the house has also been redecorated following extensive repairs to plasterwork.

Highlights for visitors to Mount Stewart after 20 April will include: - A selection of rooms open to view for the first time, including the butler’s silver store, family and guest bedrooms, and the billiards room where visitors can find out more about key members of the family, in particular Charles and Edith Londonderry and their daughter Mairi.

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A world class collection of family portraits by Sir Thomas Lawrence, recognised by many as the greatest British portrait painter of the early 19th century.

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One of Northern Ireland’s most famous paintings, Stubb’s ‘Hambletonian, Rubbing Down’ has been given a brand new frame. Hambletonian was one of the best thoroughbred racehorses of the late 18th century, having won all of his races, except one.

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A collection of beautiful table silver including ambassadorial silver used by Charles Stewart while British Ambassador in Vienna 1814-22; a set of early 19th century racing cups including three Doncaster Cups, one of which was won by the great racehorse Hambletonian.

Mount Stewart is set to feature in a six week documentary on UTV this summer. The documentary has been following the progress of the project for three years and will offer a fascinating insight to this huge project.

To find more information on Mount Stewart visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/mountstewart

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Welcome to our first ‘local expert’ page for the Bloom Ards Magazine. We are delighted to see that Ards is quite literally ‘bloom’ing – the green shoots of the Huw Worthington upturn in the housing Partner market and improved economic picture have been matched by the colourful displays of spring flowers around the town.

Over the next several monthly issues, we will be giving advice on various legal topics, which we hope you will find interesting and informative. Next month, we will be focusing on medical negligence, a legally complex area which is often emotionally difficult for clients, but which can, sadly, have tragic and long lasting consequences for those involved.

Whatever your legal problem, we are here to help. We will give you clear, professional advice, and the first 30 minutes is entirely FREE! We have solicitors specialising in the following: Q Medical Negligence Q Family Law Q Property Q Personal Injury Q Wills & Probate Q Employment Law Q Asbestos claims Q Criminal law

Call us now on 9181 1538 for 30 minutes of free, clear, professional advice, from Worthingtons.

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HAY FEVER RELIEF THE NATURAL WAY

Summer is almost here and now is the time to think about taking preventative action against hay fever if you happen to be one of the many unfortunate people who are affected by pollen.

Pollen is the name given to the fine powder that is produced by plants, trees or flowers to fertilise other plants, trees or flowers of the same species.

Strictly speaking, hay fever is caused by an allergy to grass or hay pollens. Grass pollen is the most common cause and tends to affect people every year from about May to July.

Symptoms are due to your immune system reacting to the pollen. Cells on the lining of the nose and eyes release histamine and other chemicals when they come in contact with pollen.

This causes inflammation in the nose (rhinitis) and eyes (conjunctivitis). Sometimes the sinuses and throat can also be affected.

Luffa is a useful herb to take if symptoms affect the eyes and nose. It acts quickly and seems to help both a blocked nose and a runny nose, as well as watery and itchy eyes and a tickly throat.

Nettles are effective at reducing histamine type reactions, drink the tea or take the tincture.

Pollinosan hay fever tablets relieve symptoms of Hay fever in the homoeopathic tradition. .Pcynogenol capsules are also proving to be an effective treatment for hay fever and allergic rhinitis. These capsules have a powerful antioxidant activity which is 50 times more potent than vitamin C. The antioxidant effect helps halt the rush of histamine and prevents symptoms developing.

Sufferers have noticed benefits within a week. A dosage of 50-150mgs per day is recommended.

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SKINCARE AWARE At Roamer Holistic Health & Beauty we’re all about skin health. The first step to achieving a glowing complexion is a good skincare routine and it’s never too early (or too late!) to start. A good skin care regimen is as important as brushing your teeth and maintaining a healthy diet!

The first step in formulating your individual skin care routine is to identify what kind of skin you have. Is it dry or oily, light or dark, wrinkled or smooth, or somewhere in between? Ingredients in each skin care product should be tailored to meet the needs of your particular skin type. There are various skin types including Dry, Oily, Combination/Normal and no matter what type you have, the basic steps are the same: cleanse, moisturise, repair and prevent.

Cleanse

No matter what your skin type it is ideal to wash your face every morning and evening. Soap and facial wipes can be harsh and drying to the skin so use a cleanser specifically formulated for the face. Look for products that are designed for your skin type and then experiment to find the one that works best for you.

If you have dry skin a cream based cleanser is more suited for gentle cleansing. If you have oily skin a clay based cleanser will help with excess oil absorption. Don’t give in to the temptation to wash your face every time it feels greasy.

By doing so, you’ll kick the sebaceous gland’s production of oil into overdrive as the skin tries to replace the lubrication it loses when it is washed. For combination/normal skin experiment to find the right cleanser; one that doesn’t overdry the skin but does a great job cleaning off dirt and oil is what you’re after.

Moisturise

Moisturiser is a must for all skin types but it is about using the correct one for your skin.

Oily skin generally doesn’t need extra moisture but there are moisturisers out there for those with oily skin that won’t clog pores. Dermalogica’s Oil Control Lotion or Oil Free Matte SPF 30 are ideal products for helping to keep any shine at bay. For drier skin a moisturiser with active ingredients such as hyaluronic acid is great while a lighter product is great for combination skin.

Tips: • Use moisturiser when the skin is still damp. This helps the skin lock in extra moisture.

• Only use as much moisturiser as you need. Over-moisturising can cause clogged pores, leading to breakouts and is a waste of your product

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After cleansing and moisturising, your skin care routine should tailor to the specific conditions that affect your skin.

For wrinkles and sagging, look for products that contain antioxidants and are packed with vitamins A & E. Antioxidants repair cells and reduce the appearance of wrinkles, while vitamin A helps fade brown spots and smooth roughness making skin firmer and tighter. For red or irritated skin, use a product that contains vitamin C. To reduce the appearance of pores, look for products that both reduce the amount of bacteria on the face and fill in excess space left by enlarged pores. If you have acne, there are plenty of products to choose from, although cleansers containing acne-fighting ingredients like salicylic acid would work best. The ideal acne treatment both reduces breakouts while not overdrying the skin.

Finding a product that is tailored to your skin care concerns can greatly improve the appearance of your skin and improve skin conditions.

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cookbook ABOUT JANE Award winning Jane McClenaghan, author of the Vital Nutrition Cookbook and a leading nutritionist in Northern Ireland, shares some delicious healthy recipes with us to continue our healthy eating habits for 2015.

Green One Ingredients:

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Don’t go overboard with the fruit content, and add in a wee bit of protein, like some yoghurt or milled seeds, to keep your smoothies low GL.

Big handful of watercress 1 nectarine (or peach, or pear) 1/4 avocado A handful of fresh mint leaves 1/4 cup apple juice or coconut water 1 cup water

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Pink One Ingredients: - 2 big handfuls of mixed berries (fresh or frozen) - 250g natural yoghurt (or cococut milk) - Optional extra - agave syrup to sweeten

Method: Place the ingredients into your blender and blitz to the desired consistency.

White One Ingredients: -

1 ripe avocado 1 nectarine or peach 1 small banana (not too ripe) 2 dsp natural yoghurt ½ cup almond milk

Method: Place the ingredients into your blender and blitz to the desired consistency.

If you wish to learn more of Jane's recipes, then join one of her cookery classes at Belfast Cookery School.

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THE GOOD LIFE FIRST OF A FOUR PART SERIES ON HOME PRODUCE BROUGHT TO YOU BY LOCAL BOY STEPHEN MOORE

PART 1:

HOMEBREW When most people hear the term homebrew it conjures up images of Jesse Duke from the Dukes of Hazzard, lots of pipes and bubbling liquids hidden from Boss Hogg, and moonshine that will put hairs on your chest. Well despite the wish to partake in some bonnet slidiong and meeting the glamourous Daisy Duke, it isnt like that at all. My wife may wish that I would hide my fermentation vessels somewhere other than in our wardrobe, but thats about as controversial as it gets.

I first started brewing my own wine as an experiment to see if i could produce something vaguely drinkable in these times of austerity, but what i didint count on was the ease with which it took to make a tasty beverage that even friends and relatives enjoy. We here in East Belfast are lucky to have Irelands premier homebrew stockist right on our doorstep, Natures Way in Ballyhackamore has all the kit and ingredients you will need.

This year I made a ‘harvest’wine with plums and raspberries from my garden and blackberries from the Comber Greenway but like most I started out , and continue to make batches, with various kits available. This is the easiest method for a beginner whether it is wine, beer or ciders that you are interested in, the possibilities are endless.

All the instructions and essential sundries come with these kits, the homebrewer just needs to have food grade vessels to ferment in plus a few small items and they are good to go. Batches of wine can be made in anything from seven days to several months depending on your methods, and controlling your ingredients list is a huge benefit to homebrew as many people are wary of flagrant use of a broad spectrum of chemicals that are in use in food production.

There is lots of help to anyone starting out via internet forums, suppliers, and even the Belfast Winemakers Circle ( which meets in Belmont Tower ). Saving money first pushed me to try homebrew, and it may be the same for you, but it soon becomes and interesting pastime of experimenting with different recipes and methods, why not give it a go?

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Ards and North Down Solicitors’ Association wants everyone in the local community to take an active part in securing the future of Newtownards Courthouse which has been threatened with closure by the Department of Justice.

Newtownards is one of eight courthouses earmarked to shut, with a proposal to transfer all its business to the Belfast Courts.

Simon Chambers of Russell & Co Solicitors explains: “We need local justice for local people, and Ards Courthouse provides just that. If it closes, the most vulnerable in our society will be disadvantaged.

Intimidated witnesses, children, the elderly and those with a disability – all are better served by a justice system delivered in a location that is easily accessible and familiar to them.

“Ards Courthouse is one of the busiest in the country, with a high volume of civil and criminal matters, family and youth court sittings being managed in a way that serves the local population well,” he continues.

“Moving all this to Belfast will have a hugely detrimental effect on the most vulnerable in our society who deserve local access to local justice. There will be serious inconvenience caused by the length of travel, higher parking costs and an unfamiliar and intimidating environment to court users.”

Backing for the campaign has been gathering momentum, with local MPs Jim Shannon and Lady Sylvia Hermon voicing their wholehearted support.

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Please click on the link at www.tinyurl.com/newtownardscourthousepoll or visit facebook/saveardscourthouse to add your vote to the online poll today!

The Ards and North Down area needs a local Courthouse: • • • • • • •

Access to justice will be limited for many of the most vulnerable in society Newtownards Courthouse is one of the busiest courthouses in Northern Ireland with the highest volume of business outside Belfast and is the sole remaining Courthouse in the new super council area It currently deals with all civil, criminal and family matters in the Borough Council area The Family Proceedings Court routinely deals with the largest number of family and children’s law applications of any court outside Belfast Cases need to be heard somewhere – Belfast will become overloaded and there will be inevitable delays in court business as a result It will cause real inconvenience and additional cost for victims, witnesses, plaintiffs and defendants who will have to travel further Bangor lost its Court in 2013 and now the Department for Justice are proposing the closure of Newtownards Court, 6 miles away. Local members of the public and businesses will now have to travel to the already overcrowded Belfast Courts in order to make use of the Court services.

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