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Revitalising Dunstable

By Cllr Ian Dalgarno

Brighter, longer, warmer days are always welcome as it puts a different perspective on daily life, but I’m sure you’ve been noticing more than just a change in the weather in Dunstable.

Some of our key projects and developments are coming to fruition, such as the Priory View Independent Living Scheme, which opened recently, and has begun fulfilling one of our top priorities of helping older residents live longer more independent lives.

Another major aim of great importance is to improve the health and wellbeing of people of all ages. That’s why I’m really excited about our proposals for a £20.1million comprehensive redevelopment of Dunstable Leisure Centre, though I hesitate to call it that.

Our ambition is to provide the town with much, much more than a leisure centre. It’s an innovative model that is completely different to anything we have done before in Central Bedfordshire.

Rather than a refurbishment this will be a transformational project which, to all intents and purposes, will be a completely new and bigger building.

Only the pool tanks and sports hall structures will remain of the current building, as they were constructed so soundly, but everything else will be new, including the way it will appeal to the interests of a broader spectrum of the community than it currently serves.

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This redevelopment, however, will mean the leisure centre is closed for around 18-months. We understand this is not an ideal situation, but we looked into building a new centre elsewhere, though would not guarantee that the current one remains open as it is in such a poor condition. The current location of the centre is another hugely important factor as it sits at the heart of the town’s cultural quarter and will contribute to the overall regeneration of the town centre.

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I would stress that nothing has been decided yet. We are in consultation until July 8th and we are listening.

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G G G G G Celebrating 35 Years

In 1981 Antonia Vassallo Todaro worked alongside her husband, Papa Carmelo, at the family Delicatessen, Carmelo’s Continental, on Midland Road Luton. Being a working mother, with a husband and four sons to feed, Mama Antonia relied on the traditional Italian recipes that had been passed down to her through the generations.

With a little imagination and taking inspiration from her mother, Cira, and grandmother, also Antonia, she added her own twist to each recipe, developing her own menu and with it an idea to bring authentic Italian cuisine to the people of Dunstable.

At 2pm on July 5th Mamma Antonia finished working at the Deli as usual. At 5pm, accompanied by eldest son Carmelo Jr., her idea became reality as she opened the doors to Dunstables first Italian Pizzeria, Sorrento Pizzeria, located at 204 High Street North where it has remained for the last 35 years.

Despite having to wait several months for an alcohol licence - diners had to bring their own wine! - the restaurant and Antonia’s menu proved a resounding success, so much so that within a year of opening the family decided to extend into the cellar. Sorrento Ristorante was born, offering a full A la carte Menu, Italian English & French food served by silver service. It was another hit!

It seemed the town had discovered a taste for this new cuisine and the restaurant rapidly gained a reputation for it’s quality food, affordable prices and large, tasty portions. The family are now proud to boast that they introduced the town to many of the dishes we’re used to being served in Italian restaurants today.

In 1989 the pizzeria was renamed Donatello’s, the cellar became Grazianos and eventually son no. 2, Michele, took over as manager.

Today Donatello’s is much the same and Michele, along with the rest of the family, strive to uphold many of the Italian traditions and values introduced by Antonia. The joy of serving top quality, homemade food in intimate and welcoming surroundings remains at the fore, If you

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like traditional Italian this is still the place for you.

Whilst Donatello’s today still has an unbeatable selection of traditional, homemade pizzas and pastas, Michele has moved with the times and ever changing tastes by creating many new signature dishes which have become customer favourites. The menu can accommodate most dietary needs, with a little prior notice, vegetarian and vegan dishes are a speciality and gluten free options are available if requested when you book. If it’s not on the menu, with a little notice Donatello’s can create almost any Italian dish so just ask! There truly is something to suit all tastes.

In 1998 the family decided to expand the business and acquired a century old cottage, at 91 Dunstable Street in Ampthill, which on 28th October, after five gruelling months of refurbishment, opened it’s doors as a 30 seat restaurant. Through continued success the capacity at Donatello’s, Ampthill was extended to 80 diners, set over two floors in five private dining rooms. The building has retained all of its charm with period features including beams, fireplaces and low ceilings, all creating a cosy quaintness and typical Donatello’s atmosphere. The restaurant has the added bonus of a garden and Alfresco dining area for diners to enjoy during the summer.

Michele has also made Donatello’s available for private functions and both restaurants can cater for most events, whether it be a birthday celebration, pre-booked lunch buffet, wedding reception and, in Ampthill, even garden parties. The experienced and friendly staff will be on hand to make any occasion one to remember.

Keen to expand the business further, Michele introduced a take away and delivery service so you can now enjoy made to order, authentic Italian food - “a Donatello’s” without having to leave the house (Ampthill offers pick-up service only).

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Money Matters By Martin Lewis

Marriage Tax Are you married or in a civil partnership?

If so, is one of you a non-taxpayer, and the other paying basic 20% tax? If you’ve just answered yes, then you’re one of 4.1million couples due a free £212 a year. @moneysavingexpert This is all about marriage tax allowance, a tax-break introduced in April 2015. I was stunned to find out how few people know about it and the likelihood is you’re in the 80% who haven’t claimed it, so I’m going to tell you how.

Who can get it? You must be married or civil partners. If you’ve lived together for 20 years and have four kids and a dog, you are not eligible. This is a bit of social engineering by the government to have a reward for marriage in the tax system.

One of you must be a non-taxpayer, i.e., usually earning less than £10,600, and the other needs to pay tax at the basic 20% rate, which is currently for those who earn under £42,385. You both must be under 80 (then there’s another tax break).

Don’t overcomplicate this. Many people ask if they count as a non-taxpayer as “I’m a volunteer”, “I only work part time”, “I don’t work”. Stop it. Are you a UK resident who doesn’t pay income tax? If you are, you count – simple as that.

How does it work? The non-taxpayer can transfer £1,060 of their personal allowance – that’s the amount you can earn tax-free – to their partner.

Imagine Tyrone earns £10,000 at a garage, and is a non-taxpayer. He can arrange for £1,060 of his tax-free allowance to be transferred to his wife Fizz. So that’s £1,060 of earnings she would’ve paid tax on at 20% that’s now tax free. As 20% of £1,060 is £212, that’s your gain.

How do you claim it? It’s a really simple process. The non-taxpayer should just go to www.gov.uk/marriage-allowance or call 0300 200 3300. You’ll need your national insurance numbers and some basic ID. Let me stress again though, it’s the NON TAXPAYER who must sign up – people

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do it the other way round and then wonder why they’re rejected.

Do I get it every year? Yes, it’s done via a change in your tax code that remains, so it’s £212 a year gain every year and once you’ve applied it’s done automatically. If your circumstances change, you need to call up and tell them.

Can I backdate the claim? Yes, you can backdate for four years, but it only started on 6 April 2015 so of course you can’t go back further than that.

What if either or both of us are self-employed? It doesn't matter. As long as you fulfil the eligibility criteria above, you can apply. The only difference is if the recipient partner is in self-assessment, it will reduce their self-assessment bill.

What if I’m a non-taxpayer who doesn’t have £1,060 to pass across? It still works, it’s just a bit more complex if the non-taxpayer is earning just under the £10,600 threshold. This is because you have to transfer £1,060 of your allowance to take advantage – nothing more, nothing less.

So let’s do another example. Suppose Fred is a basic rate taxpayer married to Wilma who earns £10,000 a year, so she’s only got £600 left of her tax free allowance. She can still move £1,060 to Fred, so he gains £212 on that amount.

That lowers her allowance to £9,540, but she earns £10,000 so she’ll pay basic 20% tax on the £440 – meaning she is £88 worse off. Overall, though they’re still up over £100.

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A Pensioners View

Intergenerational Fairness?

By Mike Newman

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'Intergenerational Fairness' is being presently dealt with by a government select committee from the Department Of Works and Pensions. Its members are looking at abandoning the 'triple lock' on the basic pension and means testing of the winter fuel allowance. The matter is being discussed when it is known where one in every three households have difficulty in meeting the payment of ever rising fuel bills, which reflects the statistic of 43,900 older people died from cold related illness last year - the highest figure for 15 years. The crux of the committee's work is to assess whether existing pensioners have enjoyed and accumulated much more housing and financial wealth, public service usage and welfare and pension entitlements than more recent generations can hope to achieve. The committee seems to have accepted the view that older people have been protected from austerity whilst the rest of society has had to pay.

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their homes have risen in value over the last 30 years, but the truth is, these rising home prices are due to lack of available homes and an economy driven by house price inflation. This appears to be a race to the bottom which helps no one and more or less condemns future generations to a lifetime of working longer, paying more and getting less when they eventually retire.

An indictment of our society if we can not give younger people a secure and better future.

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When I read the preceding article in 'The Message' I felt obliged to get it to a wider audience. It seems disgraceful to me that a government has to look at pensioners to face such draconian measures. I paid 50 years to a National Insurance and would expect that governments over this time could have set the National Insurance Fund at a price that could meet its obligations - they have failed to do so.

The fund was always operating at a high surplus to requirements. The surplus could be used by the government in times of need and was repayable.

What we as tax payers and National Insurance payers should demand of all governments is that the N.I. fund should be ring fenced and its inclusive total fund should be used only for pension related purposes. The old mantra applies. We paid the insurance, we want that pension ring fenced now, so that insurance can be paid in full.

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hilfest is a two day boutique music festival featuring original bands from the 80s . Held in the leafy and rural setting of Tring in Hertfordshire, with a capacity of 7,000 people for each day, Chilfest provides festival goers with an intimate yet lively atmosphere. The custom-built Chilfest arena comprises a top quality stage and sound rig, a wide variety of food and drink outlets and plenty of toilet facilities, providing all the ingredients for a great weekend of live music ... right on here our doorstep.

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As Managing Director of Universal Event Productions (UEP), Steve has provided event staging and rigs for a wide variety of top live events and music festivals.

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focus of concentration is like meditating. I feel embodied to the landscape where I forget what my arms and my legs are doing…yep it’s pure bliss. See the outdoors (both urban and rural) as a free supermarket. I only pick what I need and we are talking a few handfuls. I bag a variety of free edibles on my way back from the shops (avoiding road traffic paths) and make a salad or salsa verde or a pesto with it. Yum what a treat and they are so damn good for you. How good is that?

If you care what you put into your body then I guess you care what you put on it. I also make my own astonishing premium face creams and serums specific for my own individual needs. I create my own seasonal hydrosols and add my own vitamins, enzymes, compounds and amino acids to my formulas costing a fraction of the cost of high street brands.

I will be offering some half day courses on making premium face creams and serums and also foraging walks with hands on demonstrations on making some amazing wild edible recipes. Take a look at my blog and see some of my stunning edibles and creams. You can email me on my blog (at the top right contact me box) if you would like to book a place and I will reply with dates, times, questions and cost etc.

These will take place late spring, summer and autumn.

Look out for me perusing around Dunstable. I am often on my knees eyeing up the weeds so stop and chat to me.

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Using a hand held whisk beat until the oils have been blended with the rose water. Let it cool down and then add you essential oils and vitamin E oil and whisk again.

If your mixture looks like it is splitting just whisk again until it cools. When cold, spoon into a sterilised jar and you’re done…Ta Dah. Label and date it and keep in the fridge. I tend to put it in a large pot in the fridge and then take out what I need in smaller pots for everyday use. It should last quite a while. Make sure you do a patch test before you put it on your face and always wear a sun screen.

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530 registrations and counting... Our aim with this campaign is to highlight the injustice being experienced by you, the British consumer, and we will be presenting a list of complaints to the manufacturers, retailers and Trading Standards for the following reasons: • The risk of fire and its impact on human life and property • Unreasonable control measures suggested by the manufacturer • You are covered by The Consumer Rights Act 2015 • Dryers manufactured before October 1st 2015 are covered by the Sale and Supply of Goods Act 1994 If you have been affected, or have any other complaints, we would like to hear from you. Just go to our site www.soapboxshout.com and post the issues you’d like our help with. There must be so many of you with unresolved issues and problems that we and others are unaware of. We’ve made it easy for you to start and share your own rants and campaigns with friends and family and to find others who feel the same as you, but don’t know you’re there! You can also share advice and experiences and support each other on our Facebook page, www.Facebook.com/Soapboxshout/ We’re brave, we’re bold and we would love you to join us.

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Ready for Take Off? Now is the time of year where many of us are getting ready to take a well deserved break leaving the UK to fly off to exotic places around the globe. However, for some the thought of lounging on some sun drenched beach or sipping cocktails by the pool is tainted with negative thoughts and feelings about how they are going to get there. The thought of flying fills some people with absolute dread and merely thinking about getting on a plane can cause anxiety and distress. Those who have a flying phobia otherwise known as aviophobia may have an idea as to what caused the problem whilst others are at a loss to understand why they feel the way they do. Actually what is at work here is a part of the brain called the amygdala whose job is to sound the alarm when it detects potential danger. Although it serves a crucial purpose in times of genuine danger there are times when it overreacts and gets in the way. So what can be done to alter this naturally occurring stress response when is it unwanted? One simple, yet often effective positive action anyone can take is to regulate their breathing.

As we become stressed our sympathetic nervous system kicks in increasing heart rate, sweating and muscular tension. Add in feeling sick and rapid, shallow breathing from the top of the chest and what we have is a recipe for really not feeling good! This can come on very

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suddenly and becoming aware of it is likely to make us feel even more anxious leading to a vicious circle aggravating the very feelings we do not want. Breaking this cycle may seem surprisingly simple however using a different type of breathing can counteract the stress response by engaging the parasympathetic nervous system using our natural biological braking system to slow things down to a steady, more comfortable pace. Breathing is controlled by taking a shorter in breath and longer out breath regulated by making a silent mental count of in for 7 and out for 11.

Being flight phobic does not have to be a permanent part of life. Seeking help from a professional hypnotherapist may offer a way of improving the travelling experience where the aim is to remove or diminish unpleasant thoughts and feelings associated with flying. Hypnosis is a natural state of pleasant relaxation where the therapist works with the client to facilitate the desired change, resolving faulty thinking and freeing the person from unhelpful limiting beliefs. It is possible to move from being flight phobic to someone who is better able to handle negative feelings leading up to the flight, feeling more at ease on a plane and looking forward to a fabulous holiday just like everybody else. If you think you could benefit from hypnotherapy contact Peter Garner full details can be found on www.Petergarner.org

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By Rob Auchterlonie

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 ow many cars have you driven on many journeys it will not emit any Opt for the T8 Twin Engine and not  that come with an Orrefors exhaust pollutants at all. only do you enjoy better performance,   crystal gearshift lever as It has a different mechanical setup economy and substantially lower tax  to other XC90s. Its petrol engine costs, also the standard kit is better too.  standard?  South of zero, I’d guess, but it’s one drives  the front wheels only, while its Irrespective of the trim level chosen, all   of the classy little touches you’ll find electric motor drives the rear wheels.

T8 Twin Engine XC90s get a powered  in Volvo’s latest range topper, its twin This means that, depending on the tilt and slide panoramic sunroof, four  engined XC90 T8. road conditions and the drive mode zone climate control with a cooled   With its twin engine set up, it showselected, the T8 can operate in front, glove box, 12.3” active TFT driver   cases the future for Volvo, one of the rear or all-wheel drive. information display, that Orrefors crystal   features of which will be the distinctive It is said to be the safest Volvo ever glass gearlever knob, seven Drive  Thor hammer Mode Settings  headlights you’ll and Adjust find here lighting able Steering  the way.

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It also features two world-first pre-set the cabin temperature before   the pipeline that we’ll be seeing before safety technologies – Run-off Road getting into the car). XC90 is a very   too long.

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Nearly 3,000 XC90s have been sold here so far since its relaunch last year as a truly classy top banana true seven seater SUV. The latest addition to the range is the T8 and the engines (plural) in question here are Volvo’s T6 petrol unit linked up with an 87hp electric motor, which on a 10amp feed found in most UK homes will charge up in three and a half hours.

The T8 can be driven for up to 27 miles on electric power alone – enough for most people’s daily commute – so

info module that comes as standard and it’s a brilliant piece of kit. It houses pretty well all the functions apart from starting the thing up and it removes with one swish of your finger across the black screen the need to clutter up the dash area with randomly sited buttons and switches.

I love it, and my initial foray with the XC90 a while back which left me baffled in some areas of its use was quickly forgotten. If you can operate a tablet, this is just as easy.

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A Travellers Tale

The Three Cathedrals Part III

By Paul Heley

Worcester Cathedral and the River Severn The three cities of England’s West Midlands, namely Gloucester, Hereford and Worcester are well known for their magnificent Cathedrals. I’ve always thought visits to these three superb cathedrals would make a nice overall “package” - but not all in one go; so it transpired that individual visits proved to be necessary.

We’ve explored the Cathedrals of Gloucester and Hereford in previous issues, we’ll conclude our journey with a look at Worcester.

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Like the other two cathedrals, Worcester goes all the way back to Saxon times and AD 680 when a priory was first started by Bishop Bosel. In AD 983 it was rebuilt by St Oswald and finally in 1084 Bidshop Wulfstan initiated further building which continued until 1504. Over the centuries the full gamut of English architectural styles were employed (and may now be enjoyed) ranging from Norman through to Gothic Perpendicular. It has an unusual crypt, a unique Chapter House, and exquisite wooden carving in the Choir. Like both Gloucester and Hereford, Worcester has a fine set of 39 misericords dating from 1379 showing biblical stories, mythological images and folklore.

As with Gloucester cathedral, Worcester was caught up in the civil war between Stephen and Maud and twice ravaged, first by Maud’s army in 1139 and later by Stephen’s in 1150 and in 1216, it was also attacked by Faulkes de Breaute (a mercenary captain in King John’s

army). Faulkes is known in the South Beds area as the “Robber Baron of Bedfordshire” and was the reason for much public misery and outrage in Bedford, Luton and Dunstable in the early 1200s.

Following his death in October 1216, King John chose to be buried in Worcester cathedral and his tomb may be seen. And later in 1502, Worcester was the chosen place for the burial of Prince Arthur, elder brother of Henry 8th and first husband of Catherine of Aragon (whose marriage to Henry was annulled at Dunstable in 1533).

Worcester Priory was dissolved by Henry 8th during the Dissolution of the Monasteries in 1540 but not demolished and immediately reinstated as a cathedral.

However, it was badly damaged during the English Civil War but later restored by Charles 2nd following the Restoration of the Monarchy.

Its setting on the banks of the River Severn is particularly pleasing (floods permitting!)

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Pets

Helping The Medicine Go Down How to give your pet a tablet From time to time your pet may need to take medicines, but any pet owner will know that this can be easier said than done!

PDSA Vet, Vicki Larkham-Jones, said: “If your pet is prescribed tablets by your vet then it’s important to make sure the entire course is taken. Not completing a course of medication can mean it won’t work as effectively, so your pet could take longer to get better. It’s always best to give your vet a call if you think your pet is fully better part way through a course of medication and are unsure if they need to finish it.”

Some medicines can be given as liquids, but others have to be taken as tablets. Your vet will explain how often you have to give them, whether they can be crushed at all (some pills are less effective if crushed) and if they can be given with food.

The easiest option, if the tablet can be given with food, is to hide it in your pet’s favourite treat, or wrap it in a piece of meat. If the tablet can be crushed then you can mix it in with a portion of their food. All the food must be eaten though, to ensure the full dosage is taken.

Close the mouth and stroke your pet’s throat in a gentle downward motion until they swallow. Once your pet licks their lips, this is a good indication that they have swallowed the tablet. If they are struggling to swallow you can syringe a small amount of water into their mouth to encourage swallowing. It’s a good idea to give your hands a wash afterwards.

Giving liquid medication is a little easier, but quite similar. One person should hold your pet still while the other person administers the medication. This is usually done with a syringe (provided by your vet) and squirted into the side of your pet’s mouth while their head is held level.

When you’re finished, reward your pet with plenty of praise so that they will associate the process with getting something nice at the end!

If this doesn’t work, or the tablet can’t be given with food then it may be best to get someone to help you to give them the tablet.

If you are still having problems, then ask your vet practice for more advice – the medication may even be available in a different form that is easier for you to give.

One person should help to hold your pet still; for small pets they can be placed on a surface (with no danger of falling) and stand behind the pet holding them gently but firmly. For larger dogs, they will need to sit on the floor, ideally against a wall, with someone steadying their body and head to limit movement.

Have a syringe of water ready in case your pet won’t swallow their tablet.

PDSA is on a mission to educate the nation on pet wellbeing and is delighted that funding from players of People’s Postcode Lottery is helping the charity to continue this vital work.

The second person should gently take hold of the upper jaw of your pet with one hand and tilt it upwards; this naturally opens the mouth slightly. Using their other hand, gently pull your pet’s lower jaw down by placing their fingers on the incisors and drop the tablet onto the tongue, as far back as possible.

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Big Ideas, Small Spaces With space at a premium and the size of gardens in newbuild developments shrinking, balconies, roof terraces and tiny back yards are becoming the norm. If you’ve only got a small space, how can you give it the wow factor? TV gardening expert Charlie Dimmock, has some ideas of her own on how to jazz up a balcony and attract wildlife in the process.

“Wildlife wants flowers all year round, just as we do,” she says. “Go for plants which give you a continuous amount of flowers. Some of the bedding plants are great and the more simple single flowers are better because they tend to have more nectar and pollen in them.

Some petunias are quite good, as are marigolds, osteospermums and other daisy-plants like marguerites.

“If you go for plants with double flowers they tend to be less pollenrich. Lavender and thyme are also good because they have a long flowering season.”

A good variation of plants which provide year-round interest may also be the way to go.

“I’d have two or three evergreen shrubs, not too big, such as a Daphne odora ‘Marginata’, which has a variegated leaf and fantastic scent in the spring. I’d also have a small pittosporum, as there are interesting

and different variegations, including grow things up that, so you’ve the ‘Tom Thumb’, a purple vertical option as well. Climbing one that stays like a plants will also give you a round ball with bit more height, texture purple leaves. and colour.”

“Go for smallDon’t dismiss ivy er shrubs like because ivy flowers Pittosporum attract beneficial tobira, which insects, says Charlie. is slow-growing “Ivy flowers very late in Tom Thumb and stays small, the season and very early with really lovely in the spring and it’s a really scented flowers, or nandina good source of nectar for insects (sacred bamboo). Don’t buy somebecause there’s nothing much thing like a forsythia which is going about at that time. When ivy reaches to grow too big and only flowers the top of a wall you get round, for about two weeks and then green flowers followed by black becomes boring. berries, which are good for birds.”

If you plant thoughtfully, you can atNandina (sacred bamboo) tract a good variety of birds. Provide some water, even if it’s just a bird bath, and put up bird feeders.

“Birds like to be able to perch somewhere while they are coming in to feed. If you have an uncluttered space with only a bird feeder, they probably won’t come in, but if you’ve got a few shrubs and a climb“Go for plants which give you two er up the wall and there’s maybe a or three different times of interest. tree outside, they are likely to queue The nandina are evergreen - in the up on it and check it’s safe.” spring the first leaves are bright red, Encourage your neighbours to add then it flowers in the summer and plantings to their small spaces, she bears red berries in the autumn - giv- urges. ing you a lot of interest.”

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Bedfordshire’s Night Sky

Last Chance to Wave at Tim Peake: On Saturday 18 June British astronaut Tim Peake leaves the International Space Station after his six-month mission. In the lead up to his departure the Space Station delivers a series of spectacular passes over Bedfordshire’s late evening skies. Look for a solid bright white light moving on a roughly west-to-east trajectory every night from Thursday 26 May until Wednesday 15 June. The Station is easy to spot with the naked eye as it shines brighter than the stars.

Check local press or online for exact timings.

Catch Mars and Saturn in a Telescope: This

summer is a great opportunity to point a telescope at Saturn and Mars. Both planets are easy to find low down towards our southern horizon during late evenings. Mars glows a distinct orange colour.

Saturn is that dimmer pale yellow point of light to the left of Mars. Even a small telescope will show Saturn’s rings.

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Discover a Giant Swan in the Summer Night Sky: A giant swan sweeps across the

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It is carnival time again for the(Players) villages of Edlesborough, Totternhoe Attractions this year include: Eaton Bray, Northall and Dagnall presents on the 4th July from 11am to 5pm. This year Myths Monsters and Magic come • The ever successful Magic Dave children’s entertainer. to St. Mary’s carnival on Edlesborough Green as the • CHaOS – Cambridge (University) Hands on Science romotions theme for decorating(ON floats ICE) and houses on the procession demonstrating a whole range of experiments .. ower School route. on let’s hope for a few planned load explosions.

by David Tristram h June at 7:30pm In the past 20 years the carnival has raised over two hunPerformances of “Totternhoe Presents anPerformances•atDiamond Dog Training Club agility show and dred thousand pounds for local charities, organisations de a Ploughman‘s STRICTLY SEX FACTOR (ON ICE)” with dogSchool training advice.

Totternhoe Lower ise us in advance of the historic church in Eaton Bray. and repairsTristram, to by David courtesy of Flying g • The Whitchurch Morris Men shaking their bells. needs.

This year the funds raised willplace be directed towards ST. Ducks Publishing, will take on os enand glasses.

Friday 24th & • Bumper Car dodgems.

12:00 noon until 3pm inSaturday Eaton Bray repairs of local Friday Church 24th and 25th Juneand provision saga Mary’s Saturday 25th June • A Giant Ferris Wheel.

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A wonderful event for the whole community at Totternhoe School hall at ure be ordered at 7.30pm • Dog Show (Starting at 11am) must and Lower  The procession The Orchards in Eaton Bray with entertainment and fun for all the family  7.30pm.

There leaves will befrom a Ploughman’s rs, ce.  • Wild birds at 12:30pm led the Carnival Queen and Princess with    by during   meal with dessert the interval, at In celebration of Tickets only £9• Chain saw carving. their Attendants and accompanied marching bands,      washed down by your favourite drinks to Including a Ploughmans • All the usual carnival stalls.

HM Queen Elizabeth II In association with M&M Promotions decorated floats, majorettes, vintage vehicles and a Supper. Please advise of any –although you do need to bring those thburgers • BBQ with items from to spicy kebabs & wraps.

Birthday 90 whole range of local nutters, all dressed to the theme special dietary needs.

Performances at Totternhoe Lower School on yourself! Don’t forget the glasses ”.  • Grand Draw with a holiday break in Rome FridayMonsters 24th and and Saturday 25th June at 7:30pm of Myths, Magic.

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So if you paidPlease for in advance. call the Box Office on 01582 603287 for must be ordered and  Tickets a breakfast rollinterval or hamburger, or spicy The Vine will be there so visit our stall and Please note that tickets be dog ordered and wrap Alltickets. proceeds of the rafflemust willhot Mar- fancy  paid for in advance. paid for in advance . with a preview of some of the rides .. get there early! kbe donated to Alzheimer’s Society UK.  help us design our next front cover!  BANDS AND SINGERS WANTED     10 FOR LOCAL MUSIC EVENTS     And           them Are   you in a local band, or are you            wer a singer?          d!             ill    Do you want the chance to perform     Sunday 12th June 2016          ek   in front of hundreds of people?  -  12 3pm        any thanks to: Petra Cook (07443435257), Beverley Power, Shona Morgan, Natalie Nel,     ale  village green & Ruth Allen (07796265174) for arranging! We will  accept no responsibilityOn for anythe       accidents or losses!      Then now is your opportunity! If you or,   Theme: Red, White Blue   &    would like to apply to play at either Party     Bring your own picnic, rugs, chairs     etc.       in the Park on Saturday 16 July or Dunstable    No dogs allowed For details of times and visit:     location Rocks on Saturday 20 August please       www.stmarysvillagecarnival.com    Toilets & bad weather = Football Club kindly opening  contact Lisa Vincent on 01582 891406    Parking and entry are FREE! Free event. Donations on the day go to British Heart Foundation      or e-mail lisa.vincent@dunstable.gov.uk   

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DISCOVER Ashridge Visitors Centre, Moneybury Hill, Berkhamstead, Hertfordshire. HP4 1LT

Totally Batty Walks Fri 3rd June & Fri 8th July. 8:30pm-10pm Adult £8.00 Child £5.00

The Hills are Alive Saturday 2nd July. 10am - 12pm Steps Hill car park. Adult £8.00 Child £5.00

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Fun Ride Sun 5th June. 10am - 1pm Barrack Square car park Adult £20. Annual permit holders and juniors (12 – 16 years inclusive) £10.

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A three hour way-marked ride through some of Ashridge’s most beautiful landscapes. Breathtaking views, wooded copses and open commons. Start any time between 10am and 1pm. Signed short cuts along the way. Booking required.

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Mon 27th June. 2:30pm - 4:30pm Steps Hill car park. £3.00

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Angela Allaway Open Studio 11th & 12th, 17th, 18th & 19th June. 10am - 4pm

A rare chance to see inside Ashridge’s 18th Century dovecote.

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Butterflies of the Ivinghoe Hills Sun 24th July. 10am - 12.30pm Ivinghoe Beacon. Adult £8.00 Child £5.00 Learn all about butterflies on this walk with national specialist Matthew Oates. Booking required.

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Meet local artist Angela Allaway at the visitor centre where she will be displaying her beautiful oil paintings.

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Wildflower Walk Sat 18th June. 10am - 2pm Adult £5.00 Child £3.00

Family craft Fridays Fridays 29th July, 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th August, 2nd Sept. 10am - 4pm. £2.00

A chance to learn about the estate’s flora on Ivinghoe Beacon on a 5-6 mile walk with our volunteers.

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What’s On Akeman Street Tring Hertfordshire HP23 6AP

Dragonfly Water Shooters 1 June 30-minute craft workshops at 10.15, 10.45, 11.15, 14.30 and 15.00. Tickets £2, most suitable for ages 5+ Discover how these pond creatures move and imitate it with a water shooter.

Big Bugs 2 June 30-minute craft workshops at 10.15, 10.45, 11.15, 14.30 and 15.00. Tickets £2, most suitable for ages 5+ Inspect bug specimens and create your very own larger than life bug.

Curly Wurly Clay Snails 16 June 30-minute workshops at 11.00 and 14.00 Tickets £2, messy play for under 5s Get stuck in and create and decorate your own snail.

Discover College Lake Nature Reserve An Illustrated Talk

Family Exhibition Until 10th July Free Admission

Hundreds of scientists brave its challenging conditions every year – but do you have what it takes to survive in Antarctica?

In a frozen land thousands of miles away, scientists working in Antarctica face some of the most challenging conditions on Earth. This free family exhibition explores what it’s like to live and work in this remote world.

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Take part in hands-on activities as you discover how the region shapes our planet, learn about its wildlife, and find about the crucial research performed there.

See an emperor penguin chick, get up close to an Antarctic sea spider, and marvel at a sea urchin retrieved from Captain Scott’s ship.

Based on Ice Station Antarctica, an exhibition organised by the Natural History Museum in collaboration with the British Antarctic Survey for International Polar Year 2007-2009.

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Meet a Minibeast 25 June 45-minute handling activities at 10.15 and 11.05 Tickets £4 (booking required), suitable for all ages Celebrate National Insect Week by meeting some tropical minibeasts and discovering how you can search for insects in your local area.

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Clubs & Groups BEECROFT CRAFT & CHAT Beecroft Community Centre Westfield Road Dunstable We meet on the 1st Wednesday of every month between 10.00 a.m. and 3.00 p.m on a “drop in/drop out” basis.

We meet to have a cuppa, chat and craft together in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere.

Our many experienced crafters offer mini workshops on a variety of crafts and are always on hand to advise and help with any crafting problems you may have.

ALL CRAFTS WELCOME If you are bored, or don’t/can’t craft, why not come and try something new with us.

The first session is FREE Annual subscription £5.00 Session Fee: £3.00 For more info; contact Dorothy on 01582 606812 or check out Beecroft Craft & Chat on Facebook BEDFORDSHIRE NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY www.bnhs.org.uk SATURDAY 11th JUNE, MAULDEN 9:30am-12 noon Visit Duck End NR for Small Mammal Trapping. Traps will be set the previous evening and we hope to see mice, voles and shrews close up before they are released. Limited parking at the site in Moor Lane, Maulden, TL051374. MK45 2DJ. WEDNESDAY 15th JUNE, CLOPHILL 7-9:30pm Evening walk. Beds Bird Club joint with BNHS, around Sandy Smith Nature Reserve, Clophill looking for resident birds and other wildlife. Park and meet at the entrance gate to the reserve TL110387.

WEDNESDAY 13th JULY, SHEFFORD 10:30am-12:30pm Visit Chicksands Wood for butterflies such as White-letter Hairstreak, Purple Emperor, Silver-washed Fritillary and other wildlife.Limited parking at Appley Corner TL106410. MK45 3QQ. WEDNESDAY 20th JULY, MAULDEN 7-9pm Visit Duck End NR for the abundant wildlife at this small, varied reserve.

Limited parking at the site in Moor Lane, Maulden TL051374. MK45 2DJ. SATURDAY 30th JULY, FLITTON 10:30am-12:30pm Visit Flitton Moor to look for Dragonflies and other water related animals and plants. Meet at the end of Brook Lane parking with consideration along the lane TL058359, MK45 5EJ.

FRIENDS OF STUDHAM COMMON We are a friendly,voluntary group whose aim is to conserve,maintain and promote Studham Common as a haven for wildlife and a place for everyone to enjoy. For this purpose we meet as a work party on the third Saturday of each month (except Dec.) The work is not onerous and we enjoy the exercise and the good company –and a picnic lunch is provided!

Details from Pam on 01582 872608 pamrumfitt@btinternet.com NATIONAL TRUST All meetings are held at Salvation Army Centre, Dunstable. Guests are welcome at £3.00 As well as outing we also run a holiday once per year. If you would like to join the group, please contact, Lynder Power 01582 696193 or Janr Lingham 01582 606838

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DUNSTABLE PROBUS CLUB Dunstable PROBUS Club meets on the second Monday of the month and membership is open to retired or semi-retired professional and business men. The Club’s main object is the promotion of good fellowship. Members enjoy a variety of social activities and organized visits throughout the year and at their regular monthly meetings they are entertained by after-lunch speakers. If you are interested in joining the Club, please contact the Secretary, Philip Savage on 01582 662462.

LANGDALE CHURCH Langdale church communities: Art group every week, Friends and Neighbours open to everyone speaker and refreshments every second Thursday, Toddler group every Wednesday term time only, Saturday coffee morning second Saturday every month, Carers drop in 1st Thursday every month. Neighbourhood chaplains befriending and support in the local community.

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group of about 90 walkers, hikers and hostellers. We run a surprisingly diverse range of activities, including half and full day walks, hostelling trips, meals and evening activities.New members are always welcome. Prospective members are invited to get in touch via the website, give us a ring or just turn up to an event or walk.

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DUNSTABLE CAMERA CLUB Dunstable Camera Club, meet 2nd ARTS & CRAFTS Tuesday of the month, 7.15pm, ConArt & Craft for adults with learning servative Club, High St. Dunstable. difficulties every Wednesday 10.30am Friendly atmosphere. Improve your - 12.30pm & every Sat 11am - 1pm at photography in a social environment.

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SAPHIRE SOCIAL CLUB 9th June - Make & natter Craft evening Sapphire Social Club meet every try out different craft tables Thursday at The Orange Tree Stevenage 23rd June - Annual Summer Outing to Road Hitchin from 8.30 - 11pm. We Jordans Mill at Biggleswade are a small and friendly group for single 14th July - Business Meeting plus people aged 50+ although we have Speaker Lizzie Dunform from the no age bar. Our members organize National Trust varied events during the month and 21st July - Summer Garden Party we warmly welcome new members to Bring your own food and drink come along and see if we might just fill For more Info Tel: Barbara Fisher that gap in your social life. No subs for 01582 665252 the first 2 months.

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Visit our stall for handmade crafts and homemade sweets, cakes, chutneys etc. Raising money to celebrate 100 Years of Ivinghoe & Pitstone WI in May 2017 CHEDDINGTON BOWLS CLUB Bowlers certainly enjoy their bowling, but as much talk can be about the quality of the meal provided by a Club after a match.

We could name a few Clubs who are miserly and who leave all the catering to a few ladies. This is not the case at Cheddington Bowls Club, where the men muck in. Rodney’s roast pork and Richard’s herbed chicken set a standard other Club’s cannot match.

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50 Things Walks 5th June & 3rd July 2pm - 3pm Free Grab your wellies and join the Rangers for a family walk.

Complete some of the ‘50 things to do before you’re 11 3/4’ on the way and collect stickers and scrapbooks when you get back.

STACK-UK National Championships 11th & 12th June 9.30am - 4pm Free An exciting weekend of Sport Kiting at the spectacular Dunstable Downs. Discover competitive kite flying and a world of precision and style!

Outstanding Orchids 18th June 2pm - 4pm £4 Explore Whipsnade Downs with the Ranger Team and learn about the rare and beautiful orchids that grow in the chalk grassland

Eid-al-Fitr Festival 10th July 12noon - 6pm Free Join us for the Eid festival, everyone is welcome, we’re looking forward to a fantastic party!!

Knit and Stitch drop in Thursday 14th July and Saturday 23rd July

Glow worm walk Saturday 23rd July and Saturday 30th July

Dunstable Kite Festival 30th & 31st July, 11am - 5pm, Free Event

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Summer Nights Every Wednesday in June and July the reserve will be keeping its doors open until 8pm. Why not visit this magical reserve in the evening and see which creatures come out at night?

Bucks Open Studio 10th June – 26th June Bucks Open studio will be in residence again this year with the addition of Tony Francis and Brookmead School. There will be lots of fantastic items to purchase such as ceramics, jewellery, photography and glassware.

Enchanted Evening Walk 15th June 6 – 7PM Join us for an enchanted evening at College Lake.

Enjoy a tasty meal before you set off on an adventure.

Booking essential. Please visit our website for more details: www.bbowt.org.uk/whatson Evening Guided Walk 14th June 6pm – 9pm Enjoy a tasty meal before heading out on an interesting evening guided walk. Find out which species call College Lake its home and how we manage the site.

Booking essential. Please visit our website for more details: www.bbowt.org.uk/whatson

June/ July 2016 Luton Festival of Transport Sunday 12thJune.

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More details are available from the club web site at www.cvpg.net and entries and bookings from lutonfestivaloftransport@hotmail.co.uk

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Thursday 21st July 2016 Wear Fullsuitable menu clothing for the weather conditions and stout foot10.30 to 13.00 or just wear. drinks is essential as places are limited. Tel: 01525 234260.

Booking available £2 on to the park at: Want to see a Purple Emperor, Silver Washed Fritillary or White Admiral? night Stockgrove Country Park, Brickhill Road, Heath and Reach, LU7 0BA and more on a friendly walk with Countryside Ranger Bob Hook.

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Sunday 4th September Booking is essential as places are limited.

LIVE MUSIC - Giles at Rushmere Organised by the Beds & Herts Phone 01525 234260.

15th July 2016 - 7.30 pm until late.

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Out & About

Dunstable Live

2.00 pm - Wham 3.00 pm - Boy George 4.00 pm - Duran Duran 5.00 pm - Pet Shop Boys 6.00 pm - Status Quo

Saturday 18th June 2.00 pm to 8.00 pm Grove House Gardens

Are you ready for 5 hours of 80s heaven?

On Saturday 18 June Dunstable will take you back to the era of the 80s. You won’t get ‘Guilty Feet’ by dancing to the fantastic Wham tribute. This tribute to iconic Wham will get you pumped up ready for the tribute of Boy George, where you can join our ‘Culture Club’ with this terrific tribute. It won't be ‘A Sin’ to sing away to the hits of the amazing Pet Shop Boys tribute, the ultimate in 80s electronic pop. It won’t be

'An Ordinary World' when you hear the sounds of the Duran Duran tribute. A fantastic tribute taking you back to the brilliance of Duran Duran.

You can get ‘Down Down’ to the legends that are Status Quo! You will be rocking all over Dunstable after you sing and dance along to this fantastic four piece tribute band.

'Whatever you want' Dunstable Live has it, celebrating one of the most iconic music eras to date. Unlike Club Tropicana 'the drinks aren't free', but we have a fantastic bar on site and selection of food stalls.

There will also be a family area available. Bring everyone along and enjoy the first event of Dunstable’s Summer of Music in Grove House Gardens.

Party in the Park Saturday 16 July Grove House Gardens 12 noon to 8.00 pm tile Show where you can see and handle a range of creepy crawlies and meercats, Bouncy Castles, Surf Eight hours of family fun awaits.

Simulator, Fun Runs, Frozen Area This year Party in the Park is back and much more! But the highlight and bursting at the seams with has to be performances on our attractions and entertainment. With mini-stage of JezO from CBBC’s The so much to see and do you will not Slammer with his unique style of car want to miss this completely FREE crash magic. There will be space event. Returning for 2016 is our for the adults to chill out as well on dedicated children’s area ‘KidZone’ our deckchair whilst they watch the aimed for youngsters aged up to children play, best of all its all FREE! 13; this area is full of activities for all abilities. This year we have another The rest of the gardens will feature fantastic selection of FREE activities fun fair rides for the teenagers and a including: Water Zorbs, Tonys Rep- wide selection of craft, gift and food

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stalls along with our fully licensed bar, sideshows and games plus a whole host of other fun. It’s the main stage where the party really happens. Live music from local bands along with the UKs’ no.1 party anthem show – ‘Smash Hits 90s’. The highlight of the event is our headline act RAY QUINN. Ray rose to fame in Brookside before becoming runner up in the X FACTOR. His success has grown from there including appearing on Dancing On Ice. Ray will entertain with one hour full of music for the whole family. An event not to be missed!

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PRIORY HOUSE Saturday 11 June 10 am to 4 pm Priory Gardens This is set to be another great event, with cars dating from pre-war up to more modern day classics, service vehicles and motorbikes all on display.

Best of all this event is FREE, so take your time and wonder through the gardens, chat to the owners and decide which is the car (or motorbike) of your dreams.

SUNDAY BAND CONCERTS 2016 brings another year of FREE Band Concerts set in the stunning setting of Grove House Gardens.

Each concert runs from 3.00pm till 4.45pm and are for all the family to enjoy. The season starts with our very own Dunstable Town Band and then a selection 26th June - Dunstable Town Band 3rd July - Bradwell Silver Band 10th July - Heath Band 24th July - Milton Keynes Brass Band 31st July - South Beds Concert Band

Dunstable Kite Festival 30th & 31st July, 11am - 5pm, Free Event A High Flying Summer At The Downs It’s going to be a spectacular summer at the Downs and across the Bedfordshire National Trust properties.

We will be celebrating the job of flight with our annual Kite Festival. welcoming kite teams from across the world alongside local stall holders offering a wide variety of products and activities.

You’ll even be able to make and fly your own kite alongside the professionals!

Enjoy the fantastic atmosphere as the professionals put on show-stopping diplays. With family activities, local artists and entertainment, there’s something for everyone.

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