Lewisham Life Spring 2019

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Spring 2019

Say no to plastic Innovative ways you can help the environment

Raising standards

Ten reasons why Lewisham is dedicated to education

Building opportunities Training and recruitment at the Lewisham Construction Hub

Breathe easy

Prize draws

Ultra Low Emisson Zone: all you need to know

Your chance to win great days out

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Welcome Visiting local schools and meeting our teachers and young people is one of the things I’ve enjoyed most since being elected as the new Mayor of Lewisham. In January, our secondary school results were published and they showed that Lewisham’s GCSE results have improved. In the past few years, more local schools have been sharing best practice and learning from each other. The Council has been giving support too, through Lewisham Learning and the Secondary Challenge, and it’s great to see that all of this work is starting to pay off. My message to parents who are thinking ahead to their child’s secondary education, is to go and visit your local Lewisham schools. More and more parents are putting a Lewisham school down as their first choice and I would encourage you to consider joining them. Damien Egan, Mayor of Lewisham

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Contents

4 Community news 12 Purge on plastic 15 Cracker Jack 16 Dedication to education 18 Building a brighter future 20 Health check knowhow 23 What’s on 31 Your council

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In this issue of Lewisham Life, you can find out how we are celebrating education in the borough (page 16). We also take a look at inspiring initiatives to reduce plastic waste (page 12), and learn about the training and job opportunities at the Lewisham Construction Hub (page 18). Finally, we explore the benefits of booking an NHS Health Check (page 20).

www.lewisham.gov.uk the home for all your local information If you cannot contact us online, you can call 020 8314 6000

Useful contacts: Lewisham Homes 0800 028 2028 www.lewishamhomes.org.uk Local health service www.nhs.uk or NHS 111 Police (non-emergency) 0300 123 1212 Thames Water 0845 920 0800 (customer services) 0800 714614 (24-hour leakline) Gas emergencies 0800 111 999

et information about your neighbourhood, what’s on G and how to get involved. Find activities for you and all the family. Live in a controlled parking zone? Apply for your permit. Join your local assembly – go to www.lewisham.gov.uk/ localassemblies for meeting details. Get local news and information direct to your inbox – subscribe at www.lewisham.gov.uk/signup.

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Flower power returns to Beckenham Place Park Following the success of last year’s flower show at Beckenham Place Park, this vibrant event is set to return on Sunday 30 June. The show is open to all ages and stages, and welcomes entries from community and collaborative gardens. So if you are feeling inspired and would like to take part, now is the time to get planning and planting, so you’re ready to show off your handy work in the summer. With 25 categories to choose from – such as the largest sunflower head to the best home-grown, lookalike misshapen vegetable – there’s something to appeal to everyone. And don’t worry if you haven’t grown plants before or don’t have access to an outdoor space – you can use a pot or seed tray, or opt for one of the craft categories instead. On the day, there will be an art show, live music, stalls, food, drink – and even a dog show – so there’s plenty to keep you entertained. Pop the date in your diary and keep an eye on the Council website, social media activity and park notices over the coming months.

If you would like to enter, you can find a full list of categories at www.lewisham.gov.uk/flowershow. Online entries will open from Friday 24 May. Each entry costs £1, and one entry per category, per person, is allowed.

Interested in holding a stall at the event? The Council is particularly keen to hear from businesses sympathetic to flowers, parks, nature and the great outdoors. For more details, email bppflowershow@lewisham.gov.uk.

Crackdown on unhealthy food ads Lewisham Council has won a £10,000 grant to explore the idea to ban unhealthy food advertising. Nearly one in five children are already overweight by the time

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they start reception class, and research shows that their behaviour and food preferences are highly influenced by advertising. The grant will be used for a pilot study on the best way to prevent

the promotion of high-fat, highsugar and salty foods. The Council is set to be the first to ban such advertising borough wide, in a bid to help shape children’s food choices and reduce obesity.

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Send us your community news Please send your news to lewishamlife@lewisham.gov.uk. The last date to be considered for our summer issue, published at the end of June, is Friday 24 May. We cannot guarantee any submission will be included.

Secondary schools keep getting better

Positive talks for older people A new face-to-face information and support service, run by a group of older residents, has been set up called Table Talk. The group will be visiting a number of venues around the borough to offer older people advice, such as how to avoid scams and fuel poverty. They will also tell you about the local events and activities that are available, and help you access different services online. So whether it’s seated yoga, learning Spanish or joining local campaigns, Table Talk will listen to the kind of things you enjoy and point you in the right direction. For more information about where you can find Table Talk, call 07792 048792 or email ellisrachel@hotmail.com.

Good news for education in Lewisham, as secondary schools in the borough continue to improve. According to the latest figures released by the Department for Education, the overall percentage of pupils to score grade 9–5 in English and maths last year (with 9 being the highest grade), rose to 40.7% – an improvement of 2.7%. The borough has its fair share of star achievers too – out of the 732 students in England to score 9s in all their GCSEs, 13 of those pupils came from Lewisham schools (compared to the national average of 4.8 pupils). Councillor Chris Barnham, Cabinet Member for School

Performance, said: ‘We’re proud of the progress our secondary schools are making. I see fantastic work by our teachers and students. But we know that we all still have a long way to go, and our foot must stay on the accelerator so that all children in Lewisham fulfil their potential.’ Lewisham schools continue to work hard to improve outcomes and opportunities, with support from the Council, Lewisham Learning and the Lewisham Secondary Challenge school improvement programme. To find out more, see www.lewisham.gov. uk/school-improvement. For more about education in Lewisham, turn to page 16.

Tell us what you think!

Tackling period poverty in schools

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Children’s charity Plan International UK reports that one in 10 girls can’t afford to buy menstrual products, which can lead to them missing days at school. To tackle this issue, The Red Box Project – a community-based, not-for-profit initiative – collects donations of pads, tampons and new underwear to give to young girls in schools for free. It supplies

these products to several secondary schools, primary schools and Youth First youth clubs in the borough. If you are a young person who needs help, ask your school if it has signed up for the project. To donate products, or if you are a school that wants to receive a red box, email redboxprojectselondon@ yahoo.com. See facebook.com/ redboxprojectselondon for details. Lewisham Life spring 2019

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Left: Creating the cinema. Below: The Fellowship Inn dates back to the 1920s

Updates to Taxicard scheme Handy improvements were made in January to the Taxicard assisted transport service. The scheme, supported by London Councils, helps people with disabilities and older people who find it difficult to use public transport. You can book a journey either by phone, online, through the Taxicard app using smartphone or tablet device, by hailing a cab in the street or at a taxi rank. If you are a Taxicard user, you can now benefit from: a new maximum fare guarantee the choice of a door-to-door or kerb-to-kerb service better ways you can comment about the service you receive, and how your feedback will be addressed. For more information, visit www.londoncouncils.gov.uk/ services/taxicard.

The Fellowship gets star treatment After a £4 million refurbishment, The Fellowship Inn, in Bellingham, is set to reopen this spring. It will be known as The Fellowship and Star. This pub and music venue – which, in the past, has hosted music heavyweights such as Fleetwood Mac and Eric Clapton – will include a cinema, café and theatre. There will also be a music hub and rehearsal space, which will be home to Lewisham Music. Phoenix Community Housing, which owns the building, wants to see The Fellowship at the heart of

the local community. Its restoration programme includes a range of arts and heritage projects delivered by local arts groups, such as a performance project by Greenwich and Lewisham Young People’s Theatre, an oral history project around the history of the pub (it dates back to the 1920s), and a community tapestry project. Financed by the Heritage Lottery Fund, the project will create dozens of new jobs and apprenticeships, as well as volunteering opportunities in the borough. For more information, go to www.phoenixch.org.uk.

International Women’s Day Lewisham is celebrating International Women’s Day on Friday 8 March, at the Civic Suite in Catford. The all-day event will give you the opportunity to listen, learn and reflect on the role of women and gender equality across the world, through talks, films and 6

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spoken word performances, as well as a photo exhibition. Workshops will cover areas such as sexual health, film making and local democracy – with some workshops being run by young people, for young people. There will also be stalls offering information on careers and training

opportunities in the construction industry, the campaign to end period poverty, plus the importance of registering to vote. So why not show your support and attend this inspirational day? You can find full details of the event’s activity programme at www.lewisham.gov.uk/iwd. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Council plans to open up empty homes In an effort to tackle the housing crisis, Lewisham Council is cracking down on property owners who have empty homes in the borough. It wants the 370 currently unoccupied properties made available to tenants. Councillor Paul Bell, Cabinet Member for Housing, said: ‘Ideally, we would like these properties

brought back into use, instead of laying empty while families struggle to find affordable homes in the borough. We will be doing everything possible to bring empty homes back into use.’ From April, if you own a property that has been unoccupied for two years or more, you will be charged double the amount of council tax.

If you have an empty home that needs refurbishing, the Council may be able to help you with some of the costs to bring your property up to standard. To find out more information on grants and loans, and whether you qualify, call 020 8314 6622 or email housingassistance@ lewisham.gov.uk.

Beckenham Place Park receives a makeover It’s time to get yourself down to Beckenham Place Park. The long-awaited transformation of Lewisham’s biggest and most historic park will be completed this summer. Thanks to the £4.9 million award from Heritage Lottery Fund’s Parks for People programme in 2016, the park has been completely revitalised. It now boasts a café and environmental education centre (housed in the restored listed stable block), a children’s play area, extended gardens and a brand-new lake. The ambitious project also received funding from Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, to help create the stunning lake – which will offer shallow access for paddling, plus a jetty over deeper water if you fancy enjoying a proper dip.

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at 95 hectares, it is Lewisham’s largest park – and 30% bigger than Greenwich Park

The new lake will allow you to swim or paddle

Come down and experience the new facilities for yourself. And don’t miss the park’s official celebration on Saturday 20 July,

from 12 noon. More details to follow about this fun day out on social media and www.lewisham. gov.uk/beckenhamplacepark.

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Changing views on mental health A group to help change attitudes and behaviour towards people with mental health issues has been set up in the borough. The Lewisham Time to Change Organic Hub will use national insights and local knowledge from people who have experience of living with mental ill health. It aims to combat the stigma surrounding this area, and will work with communities and workplaces. The hub is a partnership between Lewisham Council; Bromley, Lewisham & Greenwich Mind; and NHS Lewisham Clinical Commissioning Group. It’s part of the Time to Change campaign – run by mental health charities Mind and Rethink Mental Illness. If you are over 18 and personally affected by mental ill health – or care for someone who is – you can volunteer to become a Time to Change champion. Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/timetochangesignup for details.

Horniman to boost its music gallery Horniman Museum and Gardens has been awarded £90,000 to upgrade its music gallery. The money from the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport, and the Wolfson Museums and Galleries Improvement Fund, will be used to transform the gallery – which holds the biggest display of instruments in the UK. Work will start in May to make the gallery more accessible, more engaging to visitors, and open up its collection to new audiences.

Lewisham Live festival celebrates 10 years March marks the 10th anniversary of the highly successful Lewisham Live Festival, which celebrates the music and dance of young talent. From starting as a one-off arts performance, this annual event has grown over the years, and now attracts around 2,000 children and young people who perform to an impressive audience of 4,000. Throughout the month, the festival gives unique arts opportunities to young people in the borough to showcase their creativity. And they will get to perform at some of Lewisham’s most prestigious venues, such as Blackheath Halls, the Albany theatre, and the Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance. 8

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With the programme covering everything from classical music to hip hop, Lewisham Live is a wide and diverse mix of talent

that deserves to be celebrated! Follow Lewisham Live on Twitter or see www.lewishamlive.wordpress. com for full details of the events. www.lewisham.gov.uk

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the Council has ranked the 12th most improved local authority in England for recycling

Let’s talk rubbish! Fancy the chance of winning a £50 Amazon voucher? If so, Lewisham Council would like to hear from you. Recycling is the most important thing you can do for the environment, and we should all be doing our bit to recycle as much as possible. With this in mind, the Council has launched a survey to understand the barriers you may face when disposing of your waste. For example, flytipping cost the borough over £340,000 in the last

financial year. Your views will help shape the rubbish and recycling collection services. To take part in the survey – and for the chance to win one of five £50 Amazon vouchers – fill in the online survey at consultation.lewisham.gov.uk by 8 April (see website for full terms and conditions). You can also complete the survey at various events at your local library, leisure centre and local assembly meetings. Email recycle@lewisham.gov.uk or call 020 8314 9303 for details.

Our parks top the London league Our parks and open spaces in Lewisham have been rated the best in London in the Good Parks for London Report 2018. The report reviews how London boroughs maintain their green spaces, and assesses how they are managed across categories like health and wellbeing, supporting nature, sustainability, public satisfaction, community partnerships and events. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Lewisham has 45 parks and 18 nature reserves, as well as adventure playgrounds, allotments and community gardens. The spaces are looked after by Glendale staff, park user groups and members of the local community. Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/parks to find parks and open spaces in the area. You can read more about the Good Parks for London Report at www.parksforlondon.org.uk.

News in brief Download the Lewisham Air app Concerned about how air pollution is affecting you? The Lewisham Air App allows you to get alerts, check the live quality of air, find the best low-pollution walking and cycling routes, as well as the latest air quality news. Download the Lewisham Air app from the App Store or Google Play.

Apprenticeship scheme hits a decade National Apprenticeship Week, from 4–8 March, celebrates the impact of apprenticeships on individuals, employers and the economy. Lewisham Council has run its highly successful apprenticeship programme for 10 years. It’s open to anyone aged 16 or over, who lives in the borough. In this time, the Council has placed nearly 500 apprentices across administration, finance, housing, construction and digital media – with nearly 80% going on to further employment or training after the apprenticeship. You can get apprenticeship alerts and read more on National Apprenticeship Week at www.lewisham.gov.uk/ apprenticeships.

Sponsor a tree Here’s a way to make your area become a little greener. Charity Street Trees for Living (formerly the Brockley Society Tree Committee) has raised funds to plant over 600 trees since 2012. It is now looking for help with funding. If you would like to sponsor a tree, apply by 1 April at www.brockleystreettrees.blogspot. com/p/tree-sponsorship.html. Lewisham Life spring 2019

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Get ready for the Ultra Low Emission Zone From 8 April, a new Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is being introduced in the same area as the existing central London Congestion Charge zone. When travelling in the zone, vehicles will need to meet the new stricter exhaust emission standards or pay a daily charge of £12.50, in addition to the congestion zone charge. The ULEZ will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The move is part of the Mayor of London’s plan to discourage the use of the most polluting vehicles and help improve air quality. From 26 October 2020, lorries and other vehicles over 3.5 tonnes will need to meet even tougher emission standards to avoid the charge.

Extending the zone On 25 October 2021, the zone will be expanded to include all the roads inside (but not including) the North and South Circular roads. This means if you live, work or travel in the borough and drive a vehicle that does not comply with the new standards into the extended zone, you will need to pay the daily charge.

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Did you know… What you need to do U se the vehicle checker at www.tfl.gov.uk/ulez to see if your vehicle meets the new ULEZ standards. Find out if you are eligible for a discount or exemption (see the website above). Think about using cleaner methods of transport, such as public transport, walking or cycling, or consider switching to an electric vehicle.

bad air quality increases the risk of asthma and heart and lung disease

If you use vehicles for business, the Mayor of London recently announced that a free scrappage service will be introduced to help small businesses comply with the ULEZ – details of the scheme are yet to be announced from Transport for London.

Preparing for your future As part of a research project, The Academy of Medical Sciences is creating a pop-up space in Lewisham shopping centre to help explore your feelings on death and dying.

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The aptly named Departure Lounge will be an interactive environment where you can discuss your experiences and make sense of what we will all face one day. It will look at our ageing population,

how the health service could help provide a ‘good’ death, and ways to prepare us for the future. Come along on 10 May–7 June, Tuesday to Sunday, 12 noon–6pm. Visit departure-lounge.org.

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Community developments

Championing parents Lewisham Council’s first-ever parent champions finished their training in December. They were presented with certificates by Councillor Chris Barnham, Cabinet Member for School Performance, at the Civic Suite in Catford. The parent champion programme is a national network developed by charity group Coram Family and Childcare. Volunteers spend a few hours a week helping other parents find out about early years services in the borough. If you would like to become a champion, go to www.lewisham.gov.uk/parentchampions.

Rural Urban Synthesis Society (RUSS) is holding two talks to get your views on future community developments. Wednesday 20 March: a look at plans for the community hub building at the Church Grove development in Ladywell. Wednesday 17 April: showcasing a scheme to create a multicultural community garden in Deptford. Come along to the Café of Good Hope at PLACE/Ladywell, in Lewisham High Street, from 7–8.30pm. Talks are free to RUSS members (non-members are asked to make a small donation).

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recycling

Purge on pla Sadly, it is predicted that there will be more plastic than fish in the sea by 2050. It’s time to take a stand and join the revolution to reduce plastic waste…

Teach them good habits young Cutting down on plastic not only means changing our habits today, but also shapes the behaviour of future generations. And it was this idea that led to the creation of My Recycled Classroom, at Beecroft Primary School in Brockley, last September. The brainchild of early years experts Maddy Yong (pictured below left), Andrea Rose (centre) and Jan Stevens (right), it is an educational sustainability initiative that uses waste materials as learning resources, to teach three-to-fiveyear-olds anything from arts and crafts, to maths and PE. By reusing items such as decking and ecobricks (plastic bottles filled with soft plastics, such as carrier bags), Andrea and her colleagues encourage pupils to see the value in what many might view as rubbish.

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Buy zero-waste shoppi The children play an active part in creating intriguing and exciting items from reused materials, rather than simply being told about the benefits of recycling. ‘By engaging with the waste,’ says Andrea, ‘the children somehow become more invested in it – it gains value and we take more responsibility.’ These activities allow for natural conversations to take place about wider issues, such as littering. And it’s not only the pupils who learn valuable lessons, adds Andrea. Many pass them on to their parents. ‘It’s lovely to see the skills that we’ve developed in the class, being transferred to the older generation.’ To find out more about My Recycled Classroom, visit www.myrecycledclassroom.org.

Last October, Alina Yilmaz opened her own grocery shop that’s entirely free of plastic packaging. Most of the stock at Mission Green, in Hither Green Lane, is sold on a refill basis – customers can bring in their own containers to buy anything from grains, pulses and breakfast cereals, to non-animal-tested cleaning products and cosmetics. What was her motivation behind the business? She had finally had enough of supermarket shopping: ‘When I got my online deliveries, rather than feeling excited, I started to feel a bit depressed at the amount of packaging that came with all the shopping.’ After an unsuccessful search for packaging-free shops in London, and sharing bulk orders of refillable groceries with friends, Alina www.lewisham.gov.uk decided to start up her own

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ng eco-friendly business when her husband’s shop became empty. Since launching, business has boomed. ‘It’s been amazing! There’s been so much support.’ What’s more, Alina’s been able help local residents appreciate how many of the products they buy contain plastics, such as teabags. ‘I found it really surprising because I thought they were compostable, but then I realised how wrong I was,’ she says. As such, Mission Green sells a range of loose tea. Going forward, Alina has big plans for the shop, with new ranges of vegan food, cleaning products, cosmetics and reusable nappies – as well as running courses on making your own household items using natural products. ‘In 2019,’ she promises, ‘we are www.lewisham.gov.uk going to be bigger and better.’

Bring your own bottle In the UK, around 10,400 water bottles a minute are either landfilled, incinerated or littered. To help combat this, Lewisham Local (a community collaboration with Lewisham Council) started the Refill London campaign in Lewisham. It encourages local businesses to offer free water refills to people with reusable bottles. The pilot scheme – initiated by the Mayor of London last year – has successfully signed up 100 businesses in the area. Sam Hawkesley, development lead for Lewisham Local, says that it was in the wake of David Attenborough’s Blue Planet II, that the community sat up and took notice. ‘There was a real awakening of the public consciousness of where our plastic was going and the negative effect it was having on nature, so we started to get more requests to do something about it.’ Lewisham Local has run four action days, where volunteers hit the local high streets to encourage traders to join up.

There’s next to no cost to companies signing up to the scheme, explains Sam, as each litre of water costs only a fraction of a penny. And there is a big advantage – offering free refills actively attracts more people to come into the shop. So giving back to the community not only helps reduce single-use plastic for a cleaner environment, it also benefits the business. So buy yourself a bottle and head to one of the refill stations – you can download the Refill app or use the interactive map at www.lewishamlocal.com/ refilllondon. Or why not champion the scheme and ask businesses you know to sign up? If you would like to join future Refill action days, email hello@lewishamlocal.com.

You can make a difference Feeling inspired? Here are some easy wins you can embrace at home: l Say no to plastic straws. l Carry reusable shopping bags. l Don’t buy food in black plastic trays (most of them can’t be recycled). l Use a reusable coffee cup. l And, of course, don’t forget your water bottle! For more advice, go to www.lewisham.gov.uk/reduceplastic. According to research by Recycle for London, 87% of Lewisham residents are committed to reducing plastic waste at home – and the good news is the Council’s recycling rates are on the up. But there is much we can all do to improve this. If you’re not sure what you can and can’t recycle, see www.lewisham.gov.uk/recyclable. Lewisham Council has pledged to end the use of single- and shortterm-use plastic in its buildings and schools by May Life 2022. Lewisham winter 2018

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Cracker Jack The Brockley Jack Studio has come a long way since the 1990s. We catch up with artistic director Kate Bannister on the secret of its success

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hat started as a group of actors, who asked to perform in the function room of the Brockley Jack pub in the early 1990s, has come a long way. Now a highly acclaimed fringe theatre, the Jack Studio has put on over 400 shows in the past 13 years alone – thanks to artistic director Kate Bannister, executive producer Karl Swinyard and their team. Not to mention the countless actors, writers, directors, stage managers and designers. Kate gives us the lowdown on the local art scene, how to survive in the industry and what the future holds for the Jack Studio.

This year, King Lear is running from 19–30 March.‘

Tickets up for grabs ! See page 28 for details

What makes a small theatre so special? ’You’re right up close with the actors, so it’s much more intimate, powerful and engaging. You also see playwrights, actors and directors at the beginning of their careers. They’re just starting off, so you’re part of that. And, of course, it’s much cheaper! Our tickets cost around £13, with preview nights for £10, and scratch nights, where artists test out their act to a live audience, for £8.‘

What’s your mission for the Jack? ‘To have the theatre in the heart of the community – with voices as diverse as the people who live in Lewisham. ‘We want to be a stepping stone and a launch pad for new artists. We work hard to support new companies and have won the Off West End’s Most Welcoming Theatre Award four times. We are very well equipped for a fringe theatre, and want to continue to offer this. ‘We’re also accessible in every way – we have wheelchair access and keep our prices low. We showcase a wide range of stories and something from the school syllabus each year to encourage young people to come to the theatre.

We want to be a stepping stone and a launch pad for new artists

Name one of your favourite things about theatre? ’I love that there are still stories being told that aren’t familiar. We’re showing Queen of the Mist this year, which is a true story about a 63-year-old woman who, in 1901, was the first person to survive going over Niagara Falls in a barrel. And I thought, ”Wow. I haven’t heard that story before.“ I love that theatre facilitates that kind of storytelling.‘ Any advice for budding actors or writers? ‘Believe in yourself. Find a mentor who understands you, and surround yourself with people who have similar creative visions. See as much theatre as you can. If you don’t like it, consider what you would change. Think about the work you want to make. If you see a company who does stuff you’re interested in, contact them and tell them. Ask for help, and keep at it!’ Lewisham Life spring 2019

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Dedication to reasons why Lewisham is committed to education – and how it’s helping you reach those learning milestones

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go to university – 11% above the national average

To be the best

Lewisham schools constantly look for ways to improve opportunities for children and young people. You can read the latest news on the Secondary Challenge school improvement programme, and how Lewisham Learning is supporting the cause, at www.lewisham.gov.uk/school-improvement.

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BUILDING A BRIGHTER FUTURE We hear from residents and businesses who are enjoying employment and training opportunities through the Lewisham Construction Hub

‘We are looking to expand the business and get more local contacts’ Sisters Natasha and Chelsea McIntosh took up the reins of their Brockley-based family business two years ago. MAC Construction offers a range of refurbishment services, from bathrooms to loft conversions. They are looking to expand their business with the help of the hub. ‘We come from a family of construction workers. It’s rare to find a construction company fronted by two women. ‘Our clients tend to be quite surprised at how knowledgeable we are in the building field, because they’re used to seeing and talking to a man. But we run the business. We go out together, assess the job, send out quotations, employ the

builders and manage the whole job from start to finish. ‘Last year, we got in contact with the Lewisham Construction Hub via the Council website. We are looking to expand, move into premises and get more local contracts. We attended one of the business breakfast events, which was really useful to learn about what is out there for businesses like us. We’ve already put our name forward for a contract. ‘We want to be able to secure permanent employment for our builders, who, at the moment, work with us on an as-and-when basis. Having a team of people in our area, that are always there to help us, will make the process so much easier.’

From left: Natasha and Chelsea

‘I’ve learnt new skills and increased my confid Abbie Smith, 19, started her apprenticeship in business administration last July, with international construction company John Sisk & Son. ‘I’m based at the Anthology Deptford Foundry site, and I’ve really been enjoying it. I go to college one

day a week and work in the main site office the rest of the time. ‘As an admin apprentice, I prepare files and paperwork, and sometimes I go on site to do handovers. There are really good opportunities to learn, and I’ve gained lots of new skills in computing and dealing with

‘It can be hard for employers to find candidates without a platform like the hub’ Daniel Cooke is the director of scaffolding at Lee Marley Brickwork. He approached the hub to help recruit apprentices. ‘We’re keen to address the skills gap in the construction sector and raise awareness of scaffolding as a career. I wanted to give people opportunities on our apprenticeship scheme at the Lendlease site in Evelyn Street, Deptford. ‘I met with the team at the hub to discuss what we were looking for. I’ve since done talks there and carried out site tours with some of their candidates, to give them an idea of what scaffolding is like.

‘The hub set up interviews for us with eight candidates from the borough. Two were successful and will soon be employed by us on a CITB apprenticeship scheme. ‘I definitely think the team down at the hub are one of the best to work with in terms of being proactive. It can be hard for employers to find candidates themselves without a platform like the hub, which does a lot of the work for you in the background. The fact that they specialise in construction means that they already have the experience of dealing with the sector.’

‘I’ve built great relationships and become more knowledgeable’ Former computer operator Tony Ellie, 47, wanted to retrain in an industry with more opportunities. He got in touch with the hub and secured an electrical installation apprenticeship with K-10. ‘Since last summer, I’ve been based at the Anthology Deptford Foundry site. I learn something new every month and tasks can vary – from installing lamps in preparation for a tester to come in and check circuits, to installing fire pads behind double sockets. There’s always lots to do.

ence’ stressful situations. Working here has also made me more confident. ‘After my apprenticeship, I’d like to stay with Sisk, as I really like working in construction. I’d say to anyone looking for an apprenticeship to just go for it, because it teaches you a lot about working life.’

‘I’m working towards my NVQ and, when I’m fully qualified with an AM2, there’ll be many different options available to me. I’m pretty motivated and, since being here, I’ve built some great relationships. ‘The Lewisham Construction Hub is a good guide for people and can point you in the right direction. A lot of people are unsure about what they need to do to get trained or qualified in a trade. I wasn’t clear on the process of becoming qualified until I started my course and became more knowledgeable.’

Find out how the hub can help you The Lewisham Construction Hub can help you find training, jobs and apprenticeships in the construction industry. It can also support local businesses to access contracts and recruit staff. And as Lewisham Council continues to deliver houses, there will be more opportunities available. Visit www.lewishamconstructionhub.co.uk, call 020 8314 7748, or email admin@lewishamconstructionhub.co.uk. The hub is delivered in association with Lewisham College, Build London and BE Group, and funded by the Mayor of London and the Council.

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Health check knowhow

Take advantage of your free NHS Health Check for a positive step towards a happier, healthier new you

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ake 2019 the year you get your health in check. If you are aged 40–74 and don’t have a pre-existing condition, you are eligible to have a free health check. The test is designed to spot early signs of heart disease, stroke and diabetes. So it’s a reassuring way to know if you are on the right track, or whether you should make changes to your current lifestyle. Practice nurse Chrissy Dunbar works at the Jenner Practice in Forest Hill, where she carries out up to 20 health checks a week. ‘There’s often a misconception about what the health check covers,’ explains Chrissy. ‘There’s an expectation that it’s a full MOT – but it is actually a cardiovascular risk assessment.’ The test looks at the risk of heart attack or stroke over a 10-year period, as well as type 2 diabetes.

How does it work? ‘We do a fingertip blood sample for the cholesterol check, which takes five minutes. Some patients will also be offered a test for diabetes. If it suggests they might be in the diabetic range, then we would refer them to their GP.’ Chrissy says type 2 diabetes is usually lifestyle related: ‘If patients are found to be at high risk of 20

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type 2 diabetes, we refer them to Healthier You, a free nine-month diabetes prevention programme.’ For more information and to find a venue near you, visit www.preventing-diabetes.co.uk.

Getting your results After the data is collated, Chrissy talks through the results with her patients and highlights their risk of heart attack, stroke, diabetes and dementia. The whole process takes about 20 minutes. ‘We assess their lifestyle and what changes they can make to become healthier,’ says Chrissy. ‘We can refer patients to local support groups to advise on losing weight, such as 12 weeks of free Weight Watchers or Slimming

World sessions, or put them in touch with a dietician.’ Patients are encouraged to get more active, by gradually increasing their physical activity, such as taking up swimming and walking. And smokers are pointed in the right direction to the NHS Stop Smoking Service, which offers advice and support to quit.

Positive future Chrissy believes the tests are really beneficial and encourages patients to come back every five years. She would like to see more patients make health their priority: ‘I help people to be motivated and find them a realistic picture of what they can change, providing them with support.’ www.lewisham.gov.uk

Changing your lifestyle could transform your life Mike Kretsis, 56, is a university lecturer living in Forest Hill. He discovered he had type 2 diabetes during an NHS Health Check. As a result, he has made some major lifestyle changes. What prompted you to go for an NHS Health Check?

from work, eat large portions and have a couple of beers most nights. I’ve now drastically cut down on cakes, biscuits and snacks, as well as cheese. I eat porridge five or six times a week and I’ve stopped drinking alcohol. I try to eat fruit containing less natural sugar. I also have quite a lot of pulses, seeds, nuts, oily fish and plenty of vegetables. Adjusting my diet wasn’t the torture I expected! I’m also much more active now – jogging, cycling, swimming, and walking to the station on a regular basis.’

‘I got a letter from my surgery in summer 2017, encouraging me to book a check because of my age. I ignored the previous ones because I was too busy. I had my first appointment with a practice nurse in the September.’

What did you find out? ‘It was lucky I went when I did, as I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I knew I was overweight, not doing enough exercise and stressed out, partly by work. What I didn’t know was that my blood pressure, cholesterol, blood sugar level, weight and BMI (body mass index, which calculates if you are a healthy weight) were all too high.’

What advice were you given? ‘I had a follow-up with a doctor. I asked her to give me three months to turn things around. She referred me to Lewisham hospital for an ECG. She suggested a one-day diabetes workshop which gave me practical diet advice – some of which I knew and some I didn’t. I also had my eyes checked twice for damage related to the diabetes. I have a machine at

I wish I hadn’t ignored previous opportunities to get a health check home to test my blood pressure, and have been given a target to reach.’

What steps did you take? ‘I radically changed my lifestyle. I used to eat a lot of refined sugar, lots of salty foods and too much saturated fat. I’d come home late

What effect did it have? ‘By December 2017, I’d got my cholesterol, weight and blood sugar down to a normal level and I’d lost almost three stone. My blood pressure is still high, but I’m working on it. The diabetes is officially in remission now. I need to maintain my lifestyle changes so that it doesn’t return.’

Any advice you can give? ‘I would encourage everyone to attend their health checks. Don’t make the mistake that I did. I had no idea of the extent of my problems. I’ve learnt my lesson!’

Book your free health check now The NHS Health Check is for people aged 40-74, who do not have a pre-existing condition and are not already taking medication for blood pressure or cholesterol. You can have the check every five years, and you should receive a letter from your GP. The test looks at your cholesterol, blood pressure, height, weight and lifestyle, including diet, smoking, alcohol and exercise.

This information is used to assess your risk of: • diabetes • dementia • heart disease • kidney disease • stroke. If you haven’t received a letter, speak with your GP surgery. For more details on NHS Health Checks, visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/healthchecks.

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spring events

what’s on Your must-have guide to the hottest events, clubs and courses to keep you entertained throughout the season – plus your chance to win some great days out

Sea Nomads

All events are confirmed prior to publication, but some details could still change. Please check information is correct before travelling.

Entertainment Until 23 June

Sea Nomads Photography exhibition about the Bajau Laut – a community of Malay people who are true marine nomads. The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

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16 March

Train to Busan Part of Deptford Cinema’s zombie season. This highly acclaimed, Korean horrorthriller shows a dad and daughter take the train from Seoul to Busan during a zombie outbreak. 8pm, Deptford Cinema, 39 Deptford Broadway, SE8 4PQ. £6, £4.50 (concessions). Visit www.deptfordcinema.org.

St Patrick’s Day with the Band Beggars Celebrate with Irish traditional and contemporary acoustic music and Irish dancing. 7.30pm, The Goldsmith Arms, Croydon Road, SE20 7JT. Free. Visit www.stchristophers.org.uk.

10 March The Goose is Out! Friendly folk singing night for all abilities. 7pm–12 midnight, The Ivyhouse, 40 Stuart Road, SE15 3BE. £2. Visit www.thegooseisout.com. www.lewisham.gov.uk

16 March Moulin Rouge Watch a special screening of Baz Luhrmann’s decadent musical epic. Includes live organ and choir performance.

7–10.30pm, St Margaret’s Rectory, Brandram Road, SE13 5EA. £12.50 (adults). 10% discount for Lewisham Local card holders. Visit www.collectivecinema.co.uk.

Visit www.brockleyjack.co.uk, call 0333 666 3366 or email admin@brockleyjack.co.uk.

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19–30 March King Lear Reimagined version of the Shakespearean classic, set in a criminal world where family ties are stretched thin and business brings blood. 7.30pm, Jack Studio Theatre, 410 Brockley Road, SE4 2DH. £16, £13 (concessions).

Mozart, Schumann and Brahms The Lewisham Choral Society joins Hackney Singers to perform music from the classic and romantic eras. 7.30–9.30pm, Royal Festival Hall, Southbank Centre, Belvedere Road, SE1 8XX. From £10. Visit www.lewishamchoralsociety. org.uk/concerts.

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Aretha – Respect Janine Johnson leads this musical tribute to the late queen of soul, Aretha Franklin. 7.30pm, The Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green, SE6 4RU. £23.50, ticket prices may vary. Visit www. broadwaytheatre.org.uk or call 020 8690 0002.

Rouges at the Rivoli Join the party at this 70s, 80s and funk disco night in south east London’s famous classic ballroom. 8pm, The Rivoli Ballroom, 350 Brockley Road, SE4 2BY. From £15. Visit www.rivoliballroom.com.

26 March Food for Thought Enjoy this new movement theatre piece, which explores food addiction, the ethics of the food industry, and the global impact of our food choices. 7pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. £14, £10 (concessions). Visit www.thealbany.org.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

28–30 March Likkle Rum with Grandma Croydon-born writer Jeremiah ‘Sugar J’ Brown mixes poetry, storytelling and a Jamaican grandmother’s voice in this emotive play exploring the issues of loneliness, immigration, community and family love. 7.30pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. £10. Visit www.thealbany.org.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

9–27 April Queen of the Mist In 1901, 63-year-old Anne Edson Taylor set out to be the first person to survive going over Niagara Falls in a barrel of her own design. This musical tells the captivating story of her life. 7.30pm, Jack Studio Theatre, 410 Brockley Road, SE4 2DH. £16, £13 (concessions). Visit www.brockleyjack.co.uk, or call 0333 666 3366. 24

28 April Contact Part of Deptford Cinema’s sci-fi Sundays. Based on the Carl Sagan novel, this 1997 film screening tells the story of an astronomer who gets the chance to make contact with an alien life force. Professor Ian Crawford will be speaking after the screening. 3.30–7pm, Deptford Cinema, 39 Deptford Broadway, SE8 4PQ. £6, £4.50 (concessions). Visit www.deptfordcinema.org.

Family day at Diggerland Fun for children and adults alike. Get to grips with the diggers, go on a miniature railway and get spun around inside a specially made scoop ride! This construction-themed adventure park, set in the heart of Kent, has three family tickets (for up to four people) to give away. For your chance to win, enter our prize draw at www.lewisham.gov.uk/win. Closing date is 5 May 2019. See website for full terms and conditions.

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18 May Faith – George Michael legacy Feel-good musical show with a live band, paying tribute to one of the UK’s greatest singer-songwriters. With songs spanning George Michael’s 35-year career. 7.30pm, The Broadway Theatre, Rushey Green, SE6 4RU. £25 (ticket prices vary). Visit www. broadwaytheatre.org.uk or call 020 8690 0002.

Tuesdays Stand-up comedy As part of the Laugh Train Home line-up, come and see stand-up comedians from the UK circuit perform in an intimate space. 7.30–10pm, The Honor Oak Pub, 1 St Germans Road, SE23 1RH. £8 (on the door). Visit www.laughtrainhome. com or call 07838 790961.

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Children and families Until 27 October

Brick Wonders See the wonders of the world and much more – all created from Lego bricks. The Horniman Museum and Gardens,100 London Road, London SE23 3PQ. £18 (family). Visit www.horniman.ac.uk.

10 March Tarzanna This aerial show for 3–8year-olds tells the story of Anna, the wild Tarzanna

who saves the rainforest. 1pm and 3pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, London SE8 4AG. £7. Visit www.thealbany. org.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

13 March Step Into Your Power Come to this talk and meet author Jamia Wilson, and illustrator Andrea Pippins, of motivational children’s book Step Into Your Power. 2pm, Moon Lane Books, 300 Stanstead Road, SE23 1DE. £3. Visit www.moonlaneink. co.uk/shop-talks. www.lewisham.gov.uk

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N! Get active at Go Ape Find out if you have a head for heights as you ascend up to 30 metres into the tree tops at Go Ape, the outdoor adventure centre at Battersea Park. Climb into the canopies, ride the zip wire, and test your balance and coordination on the high ropes. Go Ape is giving away a family ticket (for four people) for the adventure of your choice. If you would like the chance to win, enter our prize draw at www.lewisham.gov.uk/win. Closing date is 16 June 2019. See website for full terms and conditions. 16 March Kid’s origami Learn the ancient art of origami – make animals and more, just by folding paper. 2–3pm, Forest Hill Library, Dartmouth Road, SE23 3HZ. Free. Call 020 8244 0634.

2.30pm and 4pm, The Conservatoire, 19-21 Lee Road, SE3 9RQ. £10 (adults), £5 (children). Visit www.conservatoire.org. uk or call 020 8852 0234.

28–29 March

Paddington The young bear makes his way to England in search of a new home, in this classic family film screening. 4–6.30pm, St Margaret’s Rectory, Brandram Road, SE13 5EA. £10 (adults), £5 (children). Visit www.collectivecinema.co.uk.

Council’s Family Information Service roadshow Opportunity to find out about the wide range of support for children and young people. 28 March: 10am–2pm, Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin Square, SE8 4RJ. 29 March: 10am–2pm, Lewisham Shopping Centre, Molesworth Street, SE13 7HB. Free. Visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/FIS.

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30 March–25 May

Aesop’s Fables concert Introduce your children to classical music via the magical Aesop’s Fables.

Hands-on session Weekly Saturday session to learn about various objects from the Horniman’s

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collections. Aimed at families, but everyone is welcome. 11am–12.30pm, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

31 March The Boy and the Mermaid Join three shanty-singing fishermen as they weave a fishy tale of merfolk, using live music and puppetry. 1pm and 3pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. £7. Visit www.thealbany.org.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

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10am–12 noon, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free, limited places. Visit www.horniman. ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

1 May Horniman’s butterfly house Get close up with hundreds of butterflies in this tropical indoor garden. Open daily, various time slots, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. £6. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

14 May Busy bees Weekly toddler sessions with creative play, stories from around the world, arts and crafts, songs and outdoor play. Every Tuesday and Wednesday during term time. Morning slots vary, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free, booking required. Visit www.horniman. ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

Spring walk at Sydenham Hill Wood Explore the woodland as spring settles in and the woods come back to life. 2–3.30pm, Sydenham Hill Wood and Cox’s Walk, (inside the gate) Crescent Wood Road, SE26 6SB. Free. Visit www.wildlondon. org.uk or email rdowse@ wildlondon.org.uk.

30 April Muddy Bees Outdoor session for under-5s, where your little one can explore and experiment with earth and water.

14 May Kaleidoscope Inspired by research into how a baby’s sense of sight develops, watch the

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spring events multi-coloured kaleidoscope come to life for your baby. 11am, 12 noon, 2pm and 3pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, London, SE8 4AG. £7. Visit www.thealbany. org.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

Mondays Trois Petits Chats French music playgroup for young children and parents. 9.20–9.50am, Archibald Corbett community library, Torridon Road, SE6 1RQ. Free. Call 020 8378 5358.

Wednesdays Colouring club Fun weekly colouring session aimed at 1–5-year-olds. 10.30–11am, Downham Library, 7–9 Moorside Road, BR1 5EP. Free. Call 020 8314 9705.

Saturdays Craft club Art and craft club for primary school age children. 11am–12 noon, The Library at Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin Street, SE8 4RJ. Free. Call 020 8314 7299 or email deptfordlibrary@ lewisham.gov.uk.

Saturdays Family film club Weekly film screenings for the whole family. 2.30–4.30pm, The Library at Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin Street, SE8 4RJ. Free. Visit www.deptfordlounge.org.uk or call 020 8314 7299.

Saturdays Interactive storytime Songs, rhymes and stories for the under-5s. 10.30–11am, The Library at Deptford Lounge, 9 Giffin Street, SE8 4RJ. Free. Visit www.deptfordlounge.org.uk, call 020 8314 7299, or email deptfordlibrary@ lewisham.gov.uk. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Saturdays Kid’s activities Enjoy playing with Lego, board games and craft activities at this weekly club for children aged 4+. 2.30–3.30pm. Archibald Corbett community library, Torridon Road, SE6 1RQ. Free. Call 020 8378 5358.

Saturdays Lewisham craft club Fun craft club that takes place every week for children from 5–7 years. 2–3pm, Lewisham Library, 199–201 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6LG. Free. Call 020 8314 8430.

Young people 2–30 March

Write Sparks Saturday morning creative writing club for ages 9–13. Using technology, games, drama and mysteries to inspire and develop writing skills in a fun environment. 9.45–10.45am, Moon Lane Books, 300 Stanstead Rd, SE23 1DE. £75 (five-week course), subsidised places also available. Visit www. writesparks.co.uk or email info@writesparks.co.uk.

Markets and festivals 24 February Catford food market

Premier food entrepreneurs and local makers return for this food, drinks and craft market on the last Sunday of every month. 10am–4pm, Catford Broadway, SE6 4SN. Free. Visit catfordfood market.com.

16 March Horniman farmers’ market Weekly Saturday market where you can buy fruit, vegetables, bread, meat, fish, flowers and more. 9am–1pm, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

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Saturday morning football Inclusive environment for all abilities. Learn the basics, as well as passing and dribbling. 10am–12 noon, Forster Memorial Park, Whitefoot Lane, SE6 1UA. £5. Visit www.sportsfun4all.com or call 07432 121741.

Telegraph Hill festival Celebrate the event’s 25th year with visual and performance art,

28 March Netball training sessions Weekly club on Thursdays, for women, non-binary and gender non-conforming people. Develop skills, prepare for matches and just have fun.

5.30–7pm, Prendergast School, Adelaide Avenue, SE4 1LE. £4 (weekly), £14 (monthly). Visit www. sabinanetballclub.org.uk or call 07985 219542.

28 April Virgin Mini London Marathon Take part in the official British

comedy, theatre, music, spoken word, literature, film and much more. Visit www.telegraphhill festival.org.uk for details.

15–16 June Village Green The annual festival returns for a two-day park event. Watch performers, listen to music, and enjoy food and drink from local traders. 2 Westow Hill, SE19 1RX. Free. Visit www. crystalpalacefestival.org.

30 June Beckenham Place Park flower show Enjoy an art show, live music, stalls, workshops and, of course, flowers at Lewisham’s biggest park. Enter your category online from Friday 24 May. 12 noon–7pm, Beckenham Place Park, Beckenham Hill Road, BR3 5BS. Free. Visit www.beckenhamplace.org.

athletics three-mile road championship, or show your support by cheering on local runners as they compete. Enter by 10 March. Ladywell Arena, Silvermere Road, SE6 4QX. Free. Visit www.lewisham.gov. uk/inmyarea or email ali. williams2@lewisham.gov.uk.

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Age Exchange dementia day care Day care for people with dementia and their carers. 11am–3pm, Conrad Court, Cary Avenue, SE16 7EJ. Free. Visit www.age-exchange.org. uk or call 020 8318 9105.

7 March

Disco night at The Rivoli The Rivoli is one of the last classic 1950s-style ballrooms in the UK. Join in the nostalgia and check out Rouges at the Rivoli – its 70s, 80s and funk disco night, which is held every fourth Saturday. The venue is giving away four tickets to one lucky reader for its disco night on 27 April. For your chance to win, enter our prize draw at www.lewisham.gov.uk/win. Closing date is 7 April 2019. See website for full terms and conditions.

Spring forth lunchtime concert Join the befrienders and the Trinity Laban vocal students at this collaborative event. 1pm, Peacock Room, Music Faculty, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, King Charles Court, Old Royal Naval College, SE10 9JF. Free. Visit www. trinitylaban.ac.uk or call 020 8305 4444.

14 March Music in the afternoon Listen to classical music and more, with the Lewisham Recorded Music Society. 2.30–4.30pm, Unitarian Meeting House, 41 Bromley Road, SE6 2TS. £6 (to join the society). Call Bernard on 020 8857 7078.

14 March

See a show at Jack Studio Fancy a night out at an award-winning fringe theatre? If you’re interested in first-time writers, reimagined classics, or stories you’ve never heard before, why not head along and enjoy one of its inspiring productions. The Jack Studio Theatre has four tickets to give away to one lucky reader. For your chance to win, enter our prize draw at www.lewisham.gov.uk/win. Closing date is 16 June 2019. See website for full terms and conditions.

Positive Ageing Council meeting Discuss issues that affect the lives of older people. Open to anyone over 60, who lives, works, learns or volunteers in the borough. 11am–1pm, Rooms 1 and 2, Civic Suite, Catford Road, SE6 4RU. Free. Visit www. lewisham.gov.uk/PAC or call 020 8314 6314.

4 April Concert and a cuppa Enhance your classical music experience at this informal pre-concert talk on the music and composer, delivered by

a Trinity Laban student. 12.15pm, St Alfege Church Hall, Roan Street, SE10 9JT. Free. Visit www.trinity laban.ac.uk or call 020 8305 4444.

22 April Ladywell bowls club Come along to sign up to the club. Your chance to make friends while enjoying bowls. Free trial sessions available on Mondays and Thursdays from 1–4pm. Ladywell Bowling Club, Bournville Road, SE6 4RN. £30 (six-month membership). Call Marion on 020 8857 1836.

Mondays Brockley knits Small knitting group where you can meet people who share your hobby, and chat while you knit. 1.30–3.30pm, Brockley Jack Pub, 408–410 Brockley Road, SE4 2DH. Free. Call 020 8699 3966 or email brockleyknits@gmail.com.

Tuesdays The reader This friendly reading group is an award-winning social enterprise that connects people to great literature through shared reading. 3.15–4.45pm, The Studio, 11 Blackheath Village, SE3 9LA. Free. Visit www. age-exchange.org.uk/ event/the-reader or call 020 8318 9105.

Thursdays Branching out Opportunity for isolated adults to make friends. Take part in book groups, crochet club and other activities. 10am–2pm, Telegraph Hill Centre, Kitto Road, SE14 5TY. £3. Visit www.thcentre.com or call 020 7639 0214. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Lewisham Live festival 13 March

19, 20 and 21 March

Live composers Come and see an evening of new music, put together by young people from Lewisham, to celebrate the writing of women. 7–9pm, Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, SE3 9RQ. £8, £6 (concessions). Visit www.blackheathhalls.com.

Live voices Some of the borough’s best young singers performing on a professional stage. 7–9pm, The Broadway Theatre, Catford Road, SE6 4RU. £8, £5 (concessions). Visit www. broadwaytheatre.org.uk.

14 March Live at the halls Young instrumentalists and singers from Lewisham showcase their work. 7–9pm, Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, SE3 9RQ. £8, £6 (concessions). Visit www.blackheathhalls.com.

Alchemy Don’t miss the premiere of original music and works in progress being created by Lewisham’s young people. 4–6pm, Goldsmiths, University of London, Lewisham Way, SE14 6NW. Free. Visit www.gold.ac.uk.

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23 March

Love2Dance present Pressure Bold hip-hop production, devised and performed by local young artists. 2–4pm and 6–8pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, London SE8 4AG. £5 (adults), £2 (children and concessions). Visit www.thealbany.org.uk.

Youth takeover family day The Horniman Youth Panel take over the museum for family-friendly activities, inspired by performance. 12 noon–4pm, The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk or call 020 8699 1872.

23 March

Thursdays

Fridays

Tea dance Social dance class for all abilities, where you can learn the waltz, tango, rhumba, foxtrot and quick step. 12.30–2pm, Downham Health and Leisure Centre, 7–9 Moorside Road, BR1 5EP. £2. Call 020 8461 9200.

Picture this Bring along a box of family photographs, letters and keepsakes, and use to talk about your family history. 2–3.30pm, Bakehouse Theatre, 11 Blackheath Village, SE3 9LA. Free. Call 020 8318 9105.

First Thursday of the month

Fridays

Fitness class for over-50s Boost your exercise levels with this gentle fitness class held once a month. 11am–12 noon, Elim Church, 75 Rushey Green, SE6 4AF. Free. Call 020 8695 8500. www.lewisham.gov.uk

Social morning Meet new people at this tea and coffee morning. 1.15–2.15pm, The Café, Forest Hill Pools, Dartmouth Road, SE23 3HZ. Free. Visit www.fusion-lifestyle.com or call 0208 291 8730.

26 March Live at Trinity Laban Collection of collaborative performances, put together by local schools and community youth groups working with professional musicians and dancers. 6.30–8.30pm, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance, King Charles Court, Old Royal Naval College, SE10 9JF. £6, £4 (concessions). Visit www. trinitylaban.ac.uk/whats-on.

27 March Live bands A special evening of music, spanning across the genres from some of Lewisham’s

Talks

12 March What can synaesthesia tell us about the human mind? What colour is Monday? What does your name taste like? Synaesthesia is a condition that merges the senses that we usually experience separately. This talk explains what it is, how it happens, and what it can teach us. 6pm, Whitehead Building, Goldsmiths, University of London, Lewisham Way, SE14 6NW. Free. Visit www.gold.ac.uk or email g.wright@gold.ac.uk.

best up-and-coming young rock, pop, indie and urban musicians. 7–9pm, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. £6, £4 (concessions). Visit www.thealbany.org.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

3 April Live unplugged Listen to instrumental acoustic music performed by young musicians from Lewisham schools, music centres, and programmes. 7–9pm, Sedgehill School, Sedgehill Road, SE6 3QN. £6, £4 (concessions). Visit www.liveunplugged2019. eventbrite.com.

26 March Lucid dreaming Ever had a dream you can control? Dr Josie Malinowski discusses what lucid dreaming is, how to induce it, and what you can do once inside. 6pm, Whitehead Building, Goldsmiths, University of London, Lewisham Way, SE14 6NW. Free. Visit www.gold.ac.uk or email g.wright@gold.ac.uk.

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spring events reception. Part of the Inside the Creative Process series. 6.30–9pm, Goldsmiths, University of London, Lewisham Way, SE14 6NW. £15. Visit www.gold.ac.uk.

26 April Lewisham Local History Society talk Mike Guilfoyle, of Friends of Brockley and Ladywell Cemetery, talks about the notable people buried there. 7.30pm, Methodist Church Hall, Albion Way, SE13 6TB. Free. Visit www. lewishamhistory.org.uk.

Mondays until 25 March The Bard at Blackheath Classical music appreciation lectures on various works inspired by Shakespeare. 10am–12 noon, Blackheath Halls, 23 Lee Road, SE3 9RQ. £11. Call 020 8297 1075.

Tuesdays and Saturdays Curiosity talks Regular short talks about the museum’s collection. 11.30–11.45am (Saturdays), 4–4.15pm (Tuesdays), The Horniman Museum and Gardens, 100 London Road, SE23 3PQ. Free. Visit www.horniman.ac.uk.

Third Wednesday of the month Community and self-build housing meeting RUSS (Rural Urban Synthesis Society) explores how we can build affordable, community-led housing. 7–8.30pm, Good Hope PLACE/Ladywell, 261 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6AY. Visit www.theruss.org or email info@theruss.org.

Classes and groups 14–16 May

Preparation for British citizenship GESE exam If you’re applying for citizenship or indefinite leave to remain, and need to take the SELT GESE grade 5 or 3 exam, this one-week course will help you to prepare. 9.30am–12 noon, Brockley Rise Centre, SE23 1PR. £49. Call 020 8314 3300 or email stefania.quaresima@ lewisham.gov.uk.

Mondays Quit smoking Come along to this weekly smoking cessation service and kick the habit for good. 10am–4.30pm, Grove Medical Centre, Windlass Place, SE8 3QH. Free. Visit www.smokefree lewisham.co.uk, call 07522 679249 or email quit@ smokefreelewisham.co.uk.

Mondays R&B soul line dancing This dance class for beginners will get you moving. 7–8pm, Goldsmiths Community Centre, Castillon Road, SE6 1QD. £5. Call 07513 730255 or email josiemk@btopenworld.com.

Second Monday of the month Hear to Help Monthly drop-in service for anyone who is concerned about their hearing or are experiencing hearing loss. Running until 12 April. 10am–12.30pm, Sydenham community library, Sydenham Road, SE26 5SE. Free.

Ladywell Cemetery

Visit www.actionon hearingloss.org.uk or call 020 8778 1753.

£75 (per term). Visit www. blackheathcentreforsinging. com or call 07986 582844.

Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays

Wednesdays

English classes Experienced teachers will help improve your language skills, to prepare you to live, work or study in the UK. 10am–12 noon, the Albany, Douglas Way, SE8 4AG. Free. Visit www.thealbany.org.uk or call 020 8692 4446.

Tuesdays Forster Park and north Downham walking group Join this friendly group to enjoy a one-hour walk around the park. 10.30–11.30am, Goldsmiths Community Centre, Castillon Road, SE6 1QD. Free. Call 020 8697 6172, or email hello@goldsmiths communitycentre.org.uk.

Tuesdays Sing in a choir Weekly choir sessions and singing lessons. 8–9pm, Mycenae House, 90 Mycenae Rd, SE3 7SE.

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Dance classes for women Keep active and get the chance to meet others in your community. 10–11.30am, Moonshot Community Centre, Angus Street, SE14 6LU. Free (£3 suggested donation). Call 020 8691 6099 or email engagement@irie dancetheatre.org.

Thursdays Craft club Enjoy good company at this friendly and open craft club. 6–8pm, Manor House community library, 34 Old Road, SE13 5SY. Free. Call 020 8463 0420 or email manorhouselibrary@ lewisham.gov.uk.

Third Saturday of the month Crime reading group Join library staff for this monthly crime reading group. Refreshments provided. 10.30am–12 noon, Lewisham Library, 199–201 Lewisham High Street, SE13 6LG. Free. Call 020 8314 8430 or email ramel.foster@ lewisham.gov.uk. www.lewisham.gov.uk

your council Your ward councillors’ contact details For councillors’ surgery dates and times, visit www.lewisham.gov.uk/councillors or call 020 8314 6000 and ask for ‘operator’.

Lewisham’s directly elected Mayor, Damien Egan, represents the whole borough. Contact him at damien.egan@lewisham.gov.uk or on 020 8314 6193. Bellingham

Downham

Lee Green

Sydenham

cllr_alan.hall@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_andre.bourne@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_octavia.holland@lewisham. gov.uk

cllr_chris.best@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Alan Hall (Lab) & 020 3441 7620

Cllr Andre Bourne (Lab) & 020 8314 9929

Cllr Sue Hordijenko (Lab) & 020 8314 8089

Cllr Coral Howard (Lab) & 020 8314 3600

Cllr Jacq Paschoud (Lab) & 020 8291 5729

Cllr Olurotimi Ogunbadewa (Lab) & 020 8314 7892

cllrsue.hordijenko@lewisham.gov.uk cllr_jacq.paschoud@lewisham.gov.uk

Blackheath

cllr_coral.howard@lewisham.gov.uk cllr_olurotimi.ogunbadewa@ lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Octavia Holland (Lab) & 020 8314 6686 Cllr Jim Mallory (Lab) & 020 8314 6964

cllr_jim.mallory@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr James Rathbone (Lab) & 020 8314 7524

cllr_james.rathbone@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Kevin Bonavia (Lab) & 020 8314 3721

Evelyn

Lewisham Central

Cllr Juliet Campbell (Lab) & 020 8314 9386

cllr_alex.feis-bryce@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_patrick.codd@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_kevin.bonavia@lewisham.gov.uk cllr_juliet.campbell@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Amanda De Ryk (Lab) & 020 8314 3789

cllr_amanda.deryk@lewisham.gov.uk

Brockley

Cllr Obajimi Adefiranye (Lab) & 020 8314 7053

cllr_obajimi.adefiranye@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Sophie McGeevor (Lab) & 020 8314 3496

cllr_sophie.mcgeevor@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Stephen Penfold (Lab) & 020 8314 8817

cllr_stephen.penfold@lewisham.gov.uk

Catford South

Cllr Abdeslam Amrani (Lab) & 020 3489 6110

cllr_abdeslam.amrani@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Alan Smith (Lab) & 020 8697 5505

cllr_alan.smith@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Eva Stamirowski (Lab) & 07392 860305

cllr_eva.stamirowski@lewisham.gov.uk

Crofton Park

Cllr Tauseef Anwar (Lab) & 020 8314 9930

cllr_tauseef.anwar@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Chris Barnham (Lab) & 020 8314 9896

cllr_chris.barnham@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Pauline Morrison (Lab) & 020 8244 5315

cllr_pauline.morrison@lewisham.gov.uk www.lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Alex Feis-Bryce (Lab) & 020 8314 3495 Cllr Caroline Kalu (Lab) & 020 8314 9387

cllr_caroline.kalu@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Silvana Kelleher (Lab) & 020 8314 3430

cllr_silvana.kelleher@lewisham.gov.uk

Forest Hill

Cllr Patrick Codd (Lab) & 020 8314 9095

Cllr Aisling Gallagher (Lab) & 020 8314 8043

cllr_aisling.gallagher@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Joani Reid (Lab) & 020 8314 9963

cllr_joani.reid@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Chris Best (Lab) & 020 8676 9516

Cllr Tom Copley (Lab) & 020 8314 8224

cllr_tom.copley@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Liam Curran (Lab) & 020 8314 6937

cllr_liam.curran@lewisham.gov.uk

Telegraph Hill Cllr Paul Bell (Lab) & 020 8314 7047

cllr_paul.bell@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Joan Millbank (Lab) & 020 8314 6929

cllr_joan.millbank@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Luke Sorba (Lab) & 020 8314 9984

cllr_luke.sorba@lewisham.gov.uk

Whitefoot

Cllr Peter Bernards (Lab) & 020 8314 9927

New Cross

Cllr Janet Daby (Lab) & 020 8314 6915

Cllr Sophie Davis (Lab) & 020 8314 3493

cllr_brenda.dacres@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Mark Ingleby (Lab) & 020 8698 8562

cllr_peter.bernards@lewisham.gov.uk cllr_sophie.davis@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Leo Gibbons (Lab) & 020 8314 6916

cllr_leo.gibbons@lewisham.gov.uk

Grove Park

Cllr Suzannah Clarke (Lab) & 020 8314 6944

cllr_suzannah.clarke@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr Colin Elliott (Lab) & 020 8314 9878

cllr_colin.elliott@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Hilary Moore (Lab) & 020 8314 7886

cllr_hilary.moore@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Brenda Dacres (Lab) & 020 8314 9872 Cllr Joe Dromey (Lab) & 07736 667917

cllr_joe.dromey@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Paul Maslin (Lab) & 020 8852 1530

Perry Vale

Cllr John Paschoud (Lab) & 020 8314 3437

john.paschoud@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Sakina Sheikh (Lab) & 020 8314 7963

cllr_sakina.sheikh@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Susan Wise (Lab) & 020 3489 2790

cllr_susan.wise@lewisham.gov.uk

Rushey Green

cllr_bill.brown@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_louise.krupski@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Carl Handley (Lab) & 020 8314 6525

cllr_carl.handley@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Liz Johnston-Franklin (Lab) & 020 8314 7985 cllr_liz.johnston-franklin@lewisham. gov.uk

cllr_mark.ingleby@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Jonathan Slater (Lab) & 020 8314 9981

cllr_jonathan.slater@lewisham.gov.uk

cllr_paul.maslin@lewisham.gov.uk

Ladywell

Cllr Bill Brown (Lab) & 020 8314 9821

cllr_janet.daby@lewisham.gov.uk

Cllr Louise Krupski (Lab) & 020 8314 8983

Cllr John Muldoon (Lab) & 020 3489 4640

cllr_john.muldoon@lewisham. gov.uk

Cllr James-J Walsh (Lab) & 020 8314 9948

cllr_james-j.walsh@lewisham.gov.uk

Members of parliament Vicky Foxcroft MP Lewisham Deptford & 020 8469 4638

vicky.foxcroft.mp@parliament.uk

www.vickyfoxcroft.org.uk Janet Daby MP Lewisham East & 020 8461 4733 janet.daby.mp@parliament.uk www.janetdaby.org.uk Ellie Reeves MP Lewisham West and Penge & 020 7219 2668

ellie.reeves.mp@parliament.uk

www.elliereeves.com Len Duvall AM London Assembly Member for Greenwich and Lewisham & 020 7983 4350 len.duvall@london.gov.uk

Back the Bakerloo line extension e want it extended to New Cross W Gate, Lewisham, Ladywell, Catford and Lower Sydenham. l P lans to extend the line are not a done deal. l T he extension will mean faster, more frequent journeys and better connections to central London. l

Join us and show your support at www.backthebakerloo.org.uk

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