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Garden View This month the days get longer, and the sun gets stronger... we hope! However, March is famously temperamental and if the soil where you are is still wet and cold then it’s wise to delay planting and sowing until the temperature rises. Plant nutrient reserves are low at this time of year so, as the soil warms up, it’s time to think about fertiliser.

Many gardeners are a bit frightened of fertiliser.

All those chemical symbols on the side of the packet are rather reminiscent of school chemistry lessons. In fact, the basics are quite simple.

NPK - This can be observed on the side of most fertiliser packages. The letters stand for: N - Nitrogen P - Phosphorous K - Potassium Together these are known as the macro-nutrients and each of them has its own use.

Nitrogen primarily feeds the leafy above-theground parts of the plants.

Phosphorous promotes strong roots.

Potassium makes grass hardier, promotes

germination and improves vegetable and fruit yields.

The proportions of each macro-nutrient will be printed on the packet. Equal amounts of each nutrient make for a good general-purpose fertiliser. A lawn will need a good balance of nitrogen and phosphorus to guarantee lush green grass with a healthy root system capable of withstanding dry spells. Fruiting plants need higher proportions of potassium.

There are other macro-nutrients: Carbon, Hydrogen and Oxygen, which plants obtain freely from the air and water; and calcium, magnesium, and sulphur, which should be present in any good general-purpose fertiliser.

Plants also need micro-nutrients: Iron, Manganese, Zinc, Boron, and Molybdenum.

Plants take all these nutrients and build everything they need from scratch, including vitamins. What plants cannot do is absorb vitamins directly from things such as pet food, milk or so-called fertilisers which contain vitamins, proteins, and fats.

So don’t be intimidated by fertiliser. Decide what your plants need then read the label. It’s easy as ABC..or rather NPK.

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The fence that repairs itself If you scratch or cut Colourfence, the ingenious zinc element in the Zincalume steel reacts with moisture to form a protective barrier to prevent any corrosion with no action needed from you.

It may do “exactly what it says on the tin” but let’s face it, treating a timber fence can never be called fun!

In fact, owning a timber fence isn’t much fun either with costly, time consuming maintenance and repairs almost every year.

Finally, the alternative to timber fencing…our fence goes up and stays up, resisting wind gusts of up to 130mph!

Colourfence fencing solutions are made from innovative Colorbond steel, virtually maintenance free with an occasional wash down with water to keep it looking as good as new - so you never need to pick up that paintbrush again!, Guaranteed not to rot, warp, chip or peel for 25 years.

Available in a variety of heights and colours with or without trellis, our skilled installation team will make short work of transforming your garden.

The best news is the pricing is just as attractive, starting costs are in line with comparable traditional systems but offer the ongoing peace of mind that your investment will continue to save time and money year after year.

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Tinnitus Awareness and Assessments A warm welcome from Mia, Claire and Toby at Meadows & Wood Hearing Care Specialists.

We are now into March, and a little spring is in the air with any luck! A few weeks ago, we had Tinnitus Awareness Week which may have got you thinking about your own ears, so let’s chat about tinnitus! It’s that pesky ringing or buzzing in your ears. Now, you might think it’s just a minor annoyance, but getting it assessed can be very beneficial.

An assessment helps manage tinnitus and rule out any underlying conditions that might be causing it. Conditions like high blood pressure or ear infections can often lead to tinnitus, as well as hearing loss, so it’s important to treat these promptly. There are various treatments available, from sound therapy to cognitive behavioural therapy, which can significantly reduce the impact of tinnitus on your daily life.

Let’s not forget the peace of mind that comes with understanding what’s happening in your body.

Tinnitus can cause a lot of stress and anxiety, especially if you don’t know why it’s happening. An assessment can provide answers and reassurance.

So, while tinnitus might seem like a small issue, getting it assessed can have big benefits. It’s all about taking care of your health, one step at a time.

If you or your loved one are struggling with hearing, and you would like to know how we can help, we are here for you at home or in North Somerset’s only full-time and fully independent audiology and tinnitus treatment clinic. Contact details are below.

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The Friends Of The Playhouse March Events The Friends Of The Playhouse hold their popular Saturday Coffee Mornings at the High Street theatre from 10:00am. The mornings are open to members and non-members alike.

On Saturday 2nd March there will be the monthly ticket raffle.

On Saturday 16th March there is the monthly quiz which this month will be A General Knowledge Quiz. It only costs £1 per person to enter.

On Saturday 30th March there will be a Grand Easter Raffle.

NB On Sunday 3rd March at 10:30am, The Friends Of The Playhouse Annual General Meeting in the Auditorium.

Hinkley Point, Blenheim Palace, Cardiff Market… Some trips this year!

Tuesday Retirement Group 1st Uphill Scouts Hall, Windwhistle Lane, Westonsuper-mare BS23 4PE Our group members include NHS staff, the social care sector, family/friends, but is now open to all.

We charge £3 for an initial meeting. Our Annual membership fee of £30pp is due by end March 2024.

Our speaker on the 5th March is Debbie Apted whose talk is about Cleaner Coastlines.

Very interesting talk on the regeneration of Birnbeck Pier was had in our February meeting.

Why not give us a try in 2024.

Birnbeck and its History Peter Lander will now be giving this presentation on Monday, 11th March at 2:00pm at the Ebdon Arms, Lilac Way, Wick St Lawrence.

It unfortunately had to be postponed in January. Entry is free so do join us for this and other forthcoming talks in 2024. New members are very welcome. For more details contact Maxine on 07967 344766.

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RBL Hutton, Oldmixon & Locking Branch Beetle Drive evening RBL Hutton, Oldmixon & Locking Branch are having a Beetle Drive at the next Branch Meeting on Tuesday 12th March at Hutton Village Hall at 19:30. Refreshments will be available. Entry £5.

Fibromyalgia Support Group - Spring Craft Fair Join us at our lovely Spring Craft Fair on Sat, 16th March at St Mark’s Church in Worle from 11:00am to 2:00pm. Lots of crafts and unique gifts to choose from. Hot drinks and delicious home-made cakes will be available too.

Come along and do some shopping – And why not bring a friend or two along? An information stall of our Fibromyalgia Group will also be available on the day. For more information, call Val 07411989478 or Jules 07840189641 or email wsmfibro@gmail.com

Free community seed swap! Let’s get more people growing!

Saturday 16th March, 10:00am - 12:30pm at Purplespoon Cafe, Huntspill Rd, Highbridge. If you’ve never grown anything before or are an experienced gardener, come along to a free community seed swap where you can pick up vegetable and flower seeds that have been kindly donated, chat to others about growing and enjoy some delicious food and drinks in the cafe. Swap your unwanted seeds or just make a donation if you can. Let’s get more people growing their own vegetables and flowers in 2024. An event organised completely voluntarily by Folia Fields (formerly The Crook Peak Plot).

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Spring into Spring!

Fantastic Spring Market with loads of great stalls. Eco-friendly products; personalised gifts; decorative glass; ceramics; jewellery; local crafts; unique soft furnishings; scented candles; bath products; cards and gift wrap; celebration cakes and much more. Ebdon Arms, Lilac Way, BS22 9WE Tuesday, 19th March 6:30pm - 9:00pm. Entry £2 to include lucky raffle ticket.

Another great community event in aid of Wick St. Lawrence Church and it’s charities.

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Charity Spring Fayre NEW BEGINNINGS 4U are holding a Spring Fayre at MILTON BAPTIST CHURCH, Baytree Road, Weston super Mare BS22 8HJ on Saturday 23rd March from 10:00am to 4:00pm.

Craft stalls, collectables, bric-a-brac, Pat’s home-made cakes, pies and pasties, jams and preserves and more.

Refreshments available: tea and coffee, bacon rolls, soup etc.

Admission free, all proceeds go towards supporting the ongoing work of our charity.

This seven-session course, gently guides bereaved people through the most common aspects of grief, enabling them to process the implications for themselves and discern next steps.

The course will be running for seven Tuesday evenings (19:15 to 21:30), at Christchurch Clevedon, and starting on 9th April. If you’d like to know more, please email: bereavementsupport@ christchurch-clevedon.org.uk Or you can sign up via the Church Website: www.christchurch-clevedon.org.uk/news/thebereavement-journey-2023/

Do you enjoy Sewing and Quilting?

Worle Community Centre, Sunday Afternoon Craft Group March date for the craft group is Sunday 24th March only, there is no group on the 10th because it is Mothers’ Day.

Grief is hard. Death can impact all of life Are you grieving the death of a loved one or struggling with the long-term effects of loss?

We are Weston Quilters a lively group of people of all abilities who enjoy patchwork and quilting. We usually meet on the first Monday of each month at the Hundred Academy, Beaufighter Road, Weston super Mare BS24 8EE. Doors open at 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start.

There are guest speakers during the year and the opportunity to buy from our invited traders. Guest entrance £5.

Please go to our Facebook for more information.

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Happy Balance…

Supporting your busy life We are passionate about re-cycling, re-housing and re-using items, working with many local charities we distribute your unwanted items on your behalf. We always offer a FREE 1hour consultation to introduce ourselves and to discuss how we can help you.

Our clients know that allocating time to work alongside Happy Balance provides the impetus they need to make a start. Through experience we understand the importance of working with you at your pace, listening to you and helping you put into action what you want to achieve.

These are all scenarios from clients we have worked with: • ‘I don’t want to leave it for the kids to sort’ – Feeling mindful that you need to get your home in order? You don’t want the family having to sort through everything when you are gone? We will work with you to streamline your home, recycle unwanted items and organise belongings you may wish to distribute to family and friends

LOCAL EXPERT PAGE • My partner/parent has died – You’re not only dealing with grief but also thinking about how you clear the house? We are NOT house clearance. We work with you sensitively, practically and confidentially to organise their affairs and clear the house for sale or other • I am embarrassed – It’s all got on top of me and I just feel overwhelmed – Are you buying too many items, storing them away and feeling like you may be hoarding? Claire and SJ are non judgemental and through experience can help you declutter and regain control • I’m moving and need to downsize – I can’t physically or emotionally cope with my move and I need help. We are hands-on in preparing your belongings ensuring that when your removal firm comes to move you that you have already sorted through, de-cluttered and made sure all your items, big and small will fit into your new home giving you peace of mind.

• ‘Our family space isn’t working for us’ – Who can help us? Happy Balance will give you guidance, ideas and hands on support to make the changes to make your home a living space and not a storage space

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Vocalise - we’re not just a choir, we’re family Love singing, but like a variety of music? Vocalise ladies choir is for you - we sing show songs, fun comtemporary, light classical, gospel, popular - you name it!

Something for everyone so you don’t have to look elsewhere.

Rehearsals are fun, friendly and full of laughter, and we lovel to perform.

St George’s Community Centre, Mondays 7:30pm - 9:30pm. Run by qualified singing teacher Ann Clewlow 01934 627709, ann.clewlow@ btinternet.com No auditions, no need to read music. Your first session is free Find us on Facebook wordpress.com

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The Friendly Kewstoke Tuesday Club For Retirees Come and have an enjoyable afternoon. We have entertainment, talks and games afternoons, on the first Tuesday. On the fourth Tuesday we have BINGO. Members £1.50, Non Members £2.50. Inc Drinks and Biscuits. We are at Kewstoke Village Hall.

2:30pm to 4:30pm. Call Dave on 07468573779 for more information.

Weston Philatelic Society, Conservative Club, Alexandra Parade, Weston BS23 1QX Here we are back in full swing with more interesting displays and talks. Meetings are held in a room above the Conservative Club on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 2:00pm, and the 4th Tuesday at 7:00pm, all are very welcome.

Whether you are a novice or a gold star expert I can assure you a warm and friendly welcome.

We had two great displays, firstly India overprints, then the evening meeting we had on Malta.

We look forward to seeing new faces. darrell.kellett@outlook.com

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The UKs Biggest Musical Theatre Choir is now in Weston!

We’re delighted to announce SHOW CHOIR is now recruiting for new members in Weston Super Mare!

We invite you to come and join us at Locking Castle Church for a trial session from 7:30pm 9:00pm on Wednesday evenings. We’ll be singing and performing songs from smash hit West End musicals from across the generations, including Wicked, Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen. All in gorgeous, harmonised acapella. It’s exciting, fast paced, and seriously good fun!

Don’t buy… Borrow hundreds of toys Weston Toy Library is a local charity with an endless toy cupboard, with hundreds of toys to choose from. We have baby and toddler toys for indoor and outdoor use.

Family membership is £24 a year and you can borrow 6 toys for 6 weeks. We are open Wednesday 10:30am to 3:00pm and based at Unit 8, Bridgwater Court, BS24 9AY. To make an appointment please go to our Facebook page.

We always need volunteers.

Sprichst du Deutsch? Do you know any German speakers?

We are a friendly group of German speakers who meet up the 2nd Thursday of the month at the Stable Games room at 7:00pm. It’s not a lesson, but all levels are welcome - we chat about all kinds of things in German.

For more information about dates etc. see our Facebook group: German speaking group (Stammtisch) in Weston.

Tamar Dementia Day Centre in Worle We provide fun and engaging activities for those who are living with Dementia, providing well earned respite for their carers.

Please contact us to find out more about the service, arrange a free trial day or come along to our popular supper club on the 3rd Tuesday of each month.

Funding may be available through North Somerset Council.

01934 321027

Trenleigh Drive, Worle, BS22 6BU tamarwellnesscentre@alliancehomes.org.uk

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The Notable Club, a group for ‘not so able people’ Hello, we meet every Thursday at the Scout Hut on Windwhistle Road at 10:30am - 1:30pm.

We use the community buses to collect wheelchair users & walkers if you need transport.

We have speakers, entertainment, pub lunches.

We have just enjoyed a visit from the Mayor, a trip to Oakham Treasures & a pub lunch.

We offer fresh filled rolls or soup at lunchtime. Or bring your own.

Please come & give us a try, we are a friendly group.

To book transport or questions ring Disna 07799110879 or 07811580402.

Love singing? Join Worle choir. Male voices especially needed If you love singing and are free on a Thursday evening come and join our mixed community choir at St. Marks church Worle from 8:00pm -

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We sing a variety of songs to suit all styles and have two concerts a year which are well received.

We are a very friendly and welcoming group.

For more information please contact Sue Fernando 07881872350.

African and Caribbean drop-in - 2nd Thursday of the Month Ago! Ame! The new social group for African and Caribbean communities in and around Westonsuper-Mare.

We welcome you to a drop in session every month, 5:00pm - 8:00pm at The Other Place, 8183 Meadow street, BS23 1QL. We aim to meet as many people as possible that share a common cultural interest, participate in planned events and join our ever growing community club.

Visit www.agoame.org.uk for up to date info.

Light refreshments served.

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Browns reminisces…

Are you old enough to remember when chips were part of our staple diet, and restricting sugar was not heard of?

We didn’t need to go to the gym because exercise was very much part of our daily lives. Walking and cycling were the way you got around, buses came on time and cars were not so prolific on our roads. Milkmen delivered our milk and you bought your vegetables at the greengrocers, meat at the butchers, bread at the bakers and groceries at the local grocers! Life was certainly different when the cooker we replaced for a customer last month was brand new. It was fifty-nine years old! This is a record for us and took Phil down memory lane as it was the same cooker his Mum had in her kitchen when he was a little boy. He still remembers the chip pan on the hob producing copious amounts of freshly cooked chips!

Now we live life very differently. Many new cookers can be operated over your wifi, although don’t ask us how! Most have a choice of settings - fan or conventional, rapid heat up, fan grill and top and bottom heat to name but a few. A new cooker or oven will often save considerable energy too.

Our customers were sad to see their old cooker go but delighted with their new one.

We can also offer you repairs to your cooker or oven as well as new ones although we can’t always get spare parts for fifty-nine year old cookers! Always ready to discuss and give advice on the end of the phone as well. Please feel free to call us for all your domestic appliance repairs or replacements, whatever the age!

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We are specialists in Freestanding and integrated appliances Local family business established 38 years All work insured and guaranteed No hidden extras. We keep things simple!

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Shower, walk-in bath, or wet room?

We can help you decide Choosing a new bathroom involves understanding your bathing needs. There are a variety of options to consider when deciding.

One option is to replace your bath with a low-level shower, this is suited to those with limited mobility. Slip-resistant shower trays are available in various sizes, and accessories like shower seats.

Some people still prefer having a bath to a shower so this is when we would recommend a walk-in bath. These are available in various sizes and come with moulded seats and quick fill.

The third option is a wet room which eliminates obstacles with slip-resistant flooring and a central drain, making them ideal for wheelchair users and caregivers.

It can be overwhelming knowing which solution to choose but at AHM Installations, we have a friendly team of home surveyors who will visit you at home to discuss your bathing needs. We provide FREE quotations and visuals of how your new bathroom could look.

To find out more call 01934 318438.

Brighten up your winter - join Vocalise-Lite ladies choir!

Make friends and sing in the daytime with our relaxed, nopressure choir. No auditions anyone can join, and no requirement to perform, although many do. Run by a qualified singing teahcer - Ann Clewlow 01934 627709, ann.clewlow@btinternet.com Thursdays 1.15pm - 2.45pm. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, Baytree Road. Your first session is free - what have you got to lose? Many of our ladies have made friends for life.

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Vocalise-Lite are friends united in song.

Part of Ann Clewlow’s Vocalise Choirs.

Are you interested in GARDENING? The Society is actively seeking new members.

Designed to nurture and promote gardening and allotment growing. The Society holds its meetings in St Peter’s Church Hall, Baytree Road, Weston super Mare BS22 8HG on the second Thursday of each month. Annual membership subscriptions are £10.00 for individuals and £15.00 for families.

A warm welcome is given to all new comers, either beginners or expert growers. If you are interested come along to one of our meetings. For further information please contact John Chapman 01934 418904 or 1951chapman@gmail.com

Budding Artists Come and Join Our Friendly Group AHM is rated Excellent by our customers

Walk-in Shower or Wetroom?

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We are a small group of people who like to do their own thing, but can get advice and help from the members. We do not have any formal teaching, but we all help each other.

It does not matter if you are a beginner or experienced.

It a £1 per session inc. refreshments. Call Dave on 07468573779.

1st and 3rd Thursday. Worle Baptist Church.

2:00pm - 4:30pm.

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Worle Community Centre, Coffee Morning. Phone 910298

If you can, please register before you come along: park-play.com/register/ (you only need to this once)

Coffee Morning, every Friday 9:00am to 12 noon.

Serving teas/coffees/hot chocolate with toasted tea cakes.

Find out more about ParkPlay here: www. betterhealthns.co.uk/information/parkplay/

Come and make new friends.

Free play sessions for the whole community, every Saturday!

ParkPlay is 90 minutes of free community play, every Saturday, for everyone.

Make friends, have fun, get moving!

9:30am - Castle Batch Park, Bishop Avenue, Worle, Weston-super-Mare, BS22 7PQ. 11:30am - Ellenborough Park in Weston-superMare, BS23 1XH. 10:30am - Cherry Avenue Playground in Clevedon, BS21 6DX. Look out for the ParkPlay flag, we’ll be there – rain or shine.

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Get Strong and Steady in Worle Are you less steady on your feet than you used to be?

Age UK Somerset deliver an exercise class in Worle for people experiencing more advanced mobility issues.

Get Strong Get Steady is a fun and friendly session, specially designed to help participants gradually build up the strength, stamina and balance to be able to progress from seated to standing exercises.

It’s the ideal precursor to Stay Strong Stay Steady, Age UK Somerset’s strength and balance class.

Contact us to find the right class for you 01823 345614 / fallsprevention@ageuksomerset.org. uk

WMUK MOBILITY

Mobility Scooters Rise/Recline Chairs Walking Aids Wheelchairs Stairlifts Daily Living Aids

‘Keeping you independent’ Tel: 01934 516896 www.wmukmobility.co.uk | 234 High Street, Worle BS22 6JE COMMUNITY MAGAZINES

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Join a free and friendly Health Walk!

30 to 60 minute Health Walks are available in Clevedon, Flax Bourton, Long Ashton, Nailsea, Portishead, Weston-super-Mare, Winscombe and Yatton. No need to book, just come along!

Please see our website for the dates, times and meeting places: www.betterhealthns.co.uk/get-active/walking/ Or contact us at: getactive@n-somerset.gov.uk / 01275 882 730.

Time on your hands - we need you!

Time on your hands? We need you! Want to get out and meet people? In the near future we are hoping to start up a variety of community based groups, including parent and toddlers, book club, help with IT, repair shop. Worle Community Centre, Lawrence Road, Worle. Phone 910298.

maximum of 12 ladies singing classical, gospel, traditional folk and more. This is an auditioned/ invited group who work to a high standard, so you need to be prepared to do some work between sessions, but you’ll be rewarded by the results!

There will be performance opportunities.

We’re very friendly and have fun, too. A rare opportunity.

Contact Ann 01934 627709, ann.clewlow@ btinternet.com for details. Part of Ann Clewlow’s Vocalise Choirs.

Weston 60+ Social Singles Group Make New Friends!

If you are an older single in the Weston, Worle or surrounding area and looking to make new friends in a purely social environment then why not consider giving our Group a trial run?

Vocalessence - the brand new ladies small singing group

We are a friendly local volunteer led mixed group of singles in our 60’s, 70’s and even 80’s who meet informally at a weekly ‘Bar Night’ each Wednesday evening to socialise and to arrange events for each other to enjoy.

There are only a couple of places left in the brand new singing group, Vocalessence. There will be a

For more information just call or text Margaret on 07887 883251 or Rob on 07899 755457!

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Travelling abroad? An eSIM could save you money For those that travel abroad, having access to emails and apps is a must, so with roaming charges being re-introduced to Europe and costs further afield being exorbitant, it might be worth considering a travel eSIM. The traditional sim card that you put into a phone is slowly being phased out in favour of a digital sim card that is added to the mobile phone by scanning a QR code. This technology is quite exciting because on most modern (3 years old or less) touch screen mobile phones, you can still keep your existing sim card plugged into the phone but have a second phone line for travel. This additional phone line can be turned on when you travel with your usual number still active to receive text messages (free of charge). You can turn off mobile data on your main phone line and set the travel eSIM for calls, texts and data, so essentially your phone will do everything you need it to do, usually with a single reasonable payment that will last up to a year. There are numerous providers of eSIMs that can be purchased on-line, with an email arriving with the QR code that adds the eSIM to your phone digitally, as an additional line. Within the phone settings, you have control over many functions, such as turning the first or second line off or on and choosing which line serves mobile data. We appreciate that some people may find this tricky, so if you would like us to visit you at your home to advise and setup this service, please get in touch (see our advert on this page).

Computer scams of various methods are still in full force, so always be very wary of pop up messages on the screen that tell you to call a number, or even a cold call that pretends to be a company such as Microsoft / Amazon or Openreach. Check with a friend or relative if you are being pressured to act, as this is the first stage of a scam to trick you into giving away your money. As always, we suggest paid security software on your devices is a good idea and can help with this, so please get in touch.

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Bitter

by Francesca Jakobi Bitter is Francesca Jakobi’s astonishing first novel. It is a captivating exploration of complex family dynamics, narrated with a poignant blend of humour and melancholy. The novel unfolds through the eyes of Gilda, a twice-divorced, middle-aged woman grappling with the recent marriage of her only child, Reuben. While Gilda is depicted as an overbearing Jewish mother, the portrayal is never cliched, but rather deeply nuanced, blending past and present to create a relatable and poignant character.

Jakobi’s short chapters drives the narrative forward at a compelling pace. The book’s heart lies in its exploration of Gilda’s troubled relationship with her son and her escalating jealousy towards his new wife. This personal drama is skilfully balanced with moments of dry humour, often through Gilda’s humorous reflections, a testament to Jakobi’s ability to weave lightness into the fabric of a fundamentally sombre story.

The novel’s title, ‘Bitter,’ is a play on the German word for ‘please.’ The novel delves into Gilda’s backstory, as a displaced and isolated German girl attending an English boarding school during the 1930s.

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Hey Grandude!

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by Kathryn Durst This is a delightful and imaginative children’s book by singer songwriter Paul McCartney, which takes young readers on an enchanting adventure alongside a charming and unconventional grandfather, presumably not unlike Mr. McCartney himself!

The book’s title is a playful nod to McCartney’s Beatles fame, and sets the tone for a whimsical tale.

Grandude, is a cool, intrepid explorer with a magical compass, inviting his four grandchildren – or “Chillers” as he affectionately calls them – on extraordinary journeys. The narrative is simple and ideal for young children, making for a fun bedtime story. McCartney’s storytelling is full of joy and wonder, making it evident that it’s penned by a grandfather who enjoyed entertaining his own grandchildren.

Kathryn Durst’s vibrant and detailed artwork brings the story to life adding layers of visual delight and energy to capture the excitement and magic of Grandude’s adventures, from stormy seas to sandy deserts. The synergy between McCartney’s charming narrative and Durst’s lively illustrations makes for an engaging read.

Grandude is a story that celebrates the beautiful bond between grandparents and grandchildren, encouraging both generations to embark of adventures and explore the wonders the world has to offer.

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