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Notices and News updates for parents and teachers See times gone by at Kettering Market Place at a fantastic family event
NMPAT welcomes children who love to sing! Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust are bringing the opportunity to sing in a County Choir to you! NMPAT Singers currently rehearse in both Northampton and Wellingborough on Wednesday evenings during term time and join together to perform at regular concerts throughout the year. The choir welcomes children aged 8-15 who love to sing and offers progression opportunities within the NMPAT County Group structure. As the existing membership grows, they are looking to add additional regional rehearsal venues to bring NMPAT into your local community – check their website for the latest information on your closest County Choir and to register for your free trial: www.nmpat.co.uk/choirs
Kettering Town Centre hosts a Victorian Market on Saturday 12th March – enjoyment for all the family - and it’s free! Go along to Kettering Market Place any time between 10am and 4pm and see how the Victorians used to live and trade. There will be street characters from the period, and workshops on art and storytelling, for young and old, plus magicians and games. You can find out how the Victorians made all sorts of things - from butter and bread, to candles, soap, and baskets. They’ve got a juggler as well! Want a go at pottery making? Pop along. Never heard of Thaumatrope Making? Your chance to find out. Buy some flowers, watch a forge, and enjoy the mobile music cart in action. W: www.ketteringtowncouncil.gov.uk
New students are welcome to join at any time throughout this year - annual auditions are held each July to secure your membership for the following academic year. Details will be shared on their website during the summer term. W: www.nmpat.co.uk/auditions
Improve fitness and spend time with the family – at TISKA Karate!
Photograph of Tiska’s youngest Black belt, 8-year-old Tyler Yamamoto
At TISKA Karate, children and adults alike learn the essentials of etiquette, respect, self-discipline, selfawareness, confidence, fitness, and self-defence. Classes are taught by TISKA’s Chief Instructor, 8th Dan Black Belt, Shihan Sahota. Students at TISKA start from the age of 4 years old and up. It is a very family-based club, and many families train together. Karate for children can help with bullying issues, exam stress and the building of self-esteem. It teaches children etiquette, respect and politeness to fellow students and their instructor. It can also help develop their concentration and focus. Karate for adults can help with general fitness and wellbeing and, with regular training, strength and flexibility will improve. Contact them directly for further details about their 4-week free trial. W: www.tiska.com E: office@tiska.com
Energy Bill Crisis - How can you save more? In 2021 energy prices have soared hitting record levels. With a further 50% increase likely to hit by April 2022, it’s becoming a crisis that is likely to plummet thousands into poverty. There are, however, several solutions to help you improve the energy efficiency of your home. From turning standby appliances off at the plug when not in use, using energy smart meters, thick curtains, and adding insulation to your roof and walls – this will all help to retain the heat and reduce bills. However, one major addition is upgrading to A+22 Triple glazing. This height of technology seals the heat in, significantly reducing energy bills for years to come. As prices rise further, it is likely to save you £1000s every year. T&K Home Improvements are a Family Run Business that provides quality Windows, Doors and Conservatories. To find out more about their highly efficient glazing options visit their website. W: www.tkhi.co.uk
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