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Technology Me and MyLove Girl Life's too short to not have a puppy. In the 26 days since we It’s easy to get Valentine’s Day wrong: nothing says “I love you” less brought Zoe home, she has changed our lives. She's completely than uncomfortable pants in the wrong size, some wilting flowers or hilarious, totally adorable and pure evil rolled into one bundle of fluff. whatever chocolates were half price in Tesco. But if your soul mate is a Non dog owners may be tempted to turn the page and skip a gadget fan, it’s very easy to get Valentine’s Day right. doggy editorial ... I understand that, I'm not a dog person either. I have One of the considerations when buying presents for your tech never had a dog, none of us have, but you have to start somewhere. lover is that they tend to have the big things already, so for example if This is a lifestyle choice. Now that my human babies are growing up theyincreasingly fancied an Apple Watch or a Samsung Galaxy they’vetoalmost and (selectively) independent, I needS6 a reason get out certainly bought it for themselves.

But that’s an opportunity rather than of the house and go for a brisk walk every day. Zoe is that reason. a problem, becausewarned there are stacks accessories and add-ons that can Doggy friends me, theyof said "It's like having a newborn". enhance what already got. I would say. The day we brought Well, it's not farthey’ve off having a toddler Take the Apple Watch, a huge range of straps her home, she chose me asfor herexample. mummyThere’s (she is wise, I have experience) including tanned coloured leather, andas fun coloured and snuggled meand a lot.

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Granite Granite has come and gone as the most popular worksurface. A few years ago it was the most popular material after Laminate. Natural granite an be incredibly beautiful with many colours and styles, but it does come with its own list of problems. It’s porous, fragile and is inconsistent from one piece of stone to another (even when slabs are cut from the same block) though this natural variation is appealling to some. The lighter colours show lemon and red wine stains. Some

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Winter can also be hard on birds in terms of water and food, and keeping them fed and watered can only be a good thing.

Do not feed plants this late in the season; plants tend not to grow in winder and any plant food may get washed away by winter rain. Apply an autumn mulch to protect plants that are borderline hardy such as Agapanthus, KniphoďŹ a and Phygelius as it helps to improve and maintain soil structure.

Hellebores rarely ower naturally by Christmas, despite their common name of Christmas rose. They can be encouraged to ower a little earlier, if you want, by covering them with cloches, potting them up and bringing them into a warm greenhouse, or placing them on a windowsill inside the house.

November can only mean one thing – we are not far o winter. The clocks have gone back, the nights are long and dark and spring seems like a long way o.

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with sprays of delicate pink to creamy white. Then there’s Pittisporum tenuifolium “Tom Thumbâ€?, an evergreen from New Zealand Its leaves go a rich burgundy and will appear to go almost black – and the harder the weather, the more intense the colour: Dogwoods with their colourful stems; Cornus stolonifera “Flavirameaâ€? which has golden yellow stems; Cornus alba “Sibiricaâ€? which has blood red stems; and Cornus sanguinea “Midwinter Fireâ€? with a yellow base to the stem which changes to a ďŹ ery orange, ending with a red tip to the stem!

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Should I stay or should I go: move versus improve •

You may be surprised to hear UK homeowners are choosing to invest in their current property instead of moving, new research has shown.

Specialist insurer Hiscox, has reported an impressive 400% increase in those deciding to improve rather than move in the past five years. Higher property prices, a lethargic market and uncertainty caused by Brexit have been cited as some of the biggest reasons for staying put.

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Renovations may seem as the easier and more economical option compared to moving, but is this strictly true?

In some cases it’s not with two in five projects being overspent by an average of 20% and 35% during the last five years.

Increase its value: whether it is a loft conversion, an open plan kitchen-diner or an extension, renovating your property not only gives you the freedom to inject your own personal style, it will also add to the overall value of the property when you do come to sell it later on You can take your time: unlike moving which works to a specific timescale, some renovation projects can give you the flexibility to work to your own schedule.

You are able to improve your property incrementally to meet the needs of your growing family as well as control the flow of costs.

If you’re still unsure which option is right for you, consult the experts. You can do this by gathering a series of quotes from professionally approved tradesmen, by seeking advice from your local planning office and by approaching local estate agents. Obtain a list of all the properties, which match your home criteria, currently available on the market. By doing so, you can make a calculated and informed decision before you commit financially.

Both time-consuming and a hefty financial commitment, the decision to move or improve shouldn’t be taken lightly and it’s never been more important to arm yourself with the right information to ensure you make an informed decision.

If you are considering renovating and need to borrow additional funds or simply would like to discuss your mortgage opinions, please contact us and arrange an appointment.

Below is a list of key considerations you need to deliberate before taking your next step: The case for moving • Change of location: whether you’ve started a new job and want to lessen the commute, after a better school catchment area or want to live closer to your family, moving instead of renovating is easily the best option for you • Less destruction: packing, moving and then unpacking is an inconvenience; however, renovations (no matter how simple) can cause a lot of chaos and disruption to your daily routine for a prolonged period of time. For example, a paint job in the kitchen can take several days whereas an extension can take months • Renovating could overprice you out of the market: any work done to your property runs the risk of over-capitalising. This means even though the house itself offers a potential buyer more, it may be overpriced for the area in which it is located. If this is the case, it can be hard to sell in the future.

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WOKINGHAM CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENTS

Mozart: Requiem

Divertimento in D major, Laudate Dominum & Ave Verum Corpus

Festive Christmas Fair

Gjeilo: Serenity

James Morley Potter Conductor Benedict Lewis-Smith Continuo Aileen Thomson Soprano Lila Chrisp Alto Peter Harris Tenor James Geidt Bass

Friday 23 November 4 - 8pm Saturday 24 November 10am - 1pm Wokingham Hospital, RG41 2RE Come and help us spread the Christmas joy this season with our lovely gift fair. There will be music, a wrapping station and amazing stalls with great present ideas!

The Great Hall University of Reading 10th Nov, 7.30 pm Pre concert talk at 6.30pm

For more information call: 0118 9550 434 email: abi.hurst@suerydercare.org

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Local Events Please Note: this listing is a guide only; details may be subject to change after publication - to avoid disappointment please check with the event organiser.

To submit an event, please email details to events@thelocalword.com by the deadline (see Front Cover). All entries should be non profit making and will be included subject to space.

Nov

Event

Where

When

Price

Contact

1st Thu

Lunchtime Concert, Thomas Balch, violin, Fiona Bechmann, piano, Natalie Bechmann, piano. Buffet lunch. Please book.

St Eligius Community Church, 12.30pm Arborfield Green, RG2 9NB

Free

01252 372 320

2nd Fri

WADE Boogie Night, dancing to local band The FILF. Licensed bar, parking onsite & at Masonic Hall, includes supper.

WADE Day Centre, 40 Reading Road, RG41 1EH

£12

3rd Sat

St Paul’s Parish Bazaar, Grand Draw, Refreshments, Cakes, St Paul’s Parish Rooms, Books, Pot Plants, Tombola, Crafts, Tombolas, Games & more! Reading Rd, Wokingham

12 noon – 3.30pm

30p

0118 979 2122 www.spauls.org.uk

3rd Sat

Brass and Voice Concert, Camberley & District Silver Band, please contact us to book your free ticket.

High Cross Church, Knoll Rd, Camberley GU15 3SY

7.30pm

Free

07858 447 463 camberleyband.org.uk

5th Mon

California Gardeners’ Club, "Falkland and South Georgia" by David Fletcher.

California Ratepayers’ Hall, 8pm Finch' Road RG40 3RL

Visitors £2 www.california gardenersclub.co.uk

8th Thu

Lodden Valley Ramblers 5 mile walk starts at Heathlake & continues on through Gorrick Woods. No stiles!

SU827654 Heathlake Car Park, Nine Mile Ride RG45 6TU

Free

9th Fri

Quiz and Curry Night, see p17 for full details.

Forest School, Robin Hood 7 for 7.30pm £15 Lane, Winnersh RG41 5NE start

pta@forest.academy

10th Sat

Trinity Concert Band Concert – Lest We Forget, see p17 for full details.

All Saints Church, Wokingham

10th Sat

Remembrance - Music for Choir & Strings, Singhealthy St Paul’s Church, & Berkshire Maestros Camerata concert, charity Combat Stress Wokingham, RG41 1EH

11th Sun

Lodden Valley Ramblers 10 mile walk Walter's Wellingtonias, Eversley. Bring a packed lunch.

12th Mon

7pm

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10.30 am

0118 978 0235.

3 – 4.30pm

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www.singhealthy .co.uk/tickets/

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Free

07776 148720

Reading & District Fuchsia Society, "Fuschia Talk" by John Nicholass.

Maiden Place Community 7.30pm Centre, L. Earley, RG6 3HE

Visitors £1 0118 966 3730

13th Tue

Wokingham Horticultural Association, talk, "First Aid for Gardeners" by Elizabeth Davidson.

The Bradbury Centre, Rose St, Wokingham

7.45pm

Visitors £2 0118 962 9361 www.w-h-a.org.uk

13th Tue

Norreys Church 50+ Club, "Secretive Bhutan", Allen Cooper Norreys Church, Norreys on this little known kingdom on the edge of the Himalayas. Avenue, Wokingham

2 – 3.30pm

Free

14th Wed

Wokingham Flower Club, ‘Ready to Roll’ by Annette Urquart.

Wokingham Methodist Church, Rose Street

7.45 – 9.30pm

Visitors £5 0118 973 2265

15th Thu

Wokingham Film Society present "Journey’s End", 107 mins, Cert 12A.

Whitty Theatre, Luckley House School RG40 3EU

7.30pm

Non mem £6.50

www.wokingham filmsociety.com

16th Fri

Berkshire Family History Society, two historical talks based on the local area by Trevor Ottlewski

Priestwood Community Centre, Bcknell RG42 1TU

7.15 for 7.45pm

Donation

bracknell@berks fhs.org.uk

16th Fri

Verdi Requiem, Crowthorne Choral Society celebrating 50 years

Wellington College RG45 7PU

8pm

£12 www.crowthorne Students £2 choral.org.uk

17th Sat

Winter Show, Wokingham Horticultural Association.

St Paul’s Parish Rooms, Reading Rd, Wokingham

2 – 4pm

£1

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20th Tue

Wokingham Art Society, Paint demo by Geoff Hunt, on the subject of "Waterside/Marine", using Watercolour.

Methodist Church, Rose Street, Wokingham

7.30 – 9.30pm

Non mem £4

www.wokingham artsociety.org.uk

21st Wed

Wokingham Society AGM & Open Meeting, Presentations: Main Hall, Wokingham Holts Copse Conservation Volunteers & by David Tinker Town Hall on Joseph Bazelgette and the Building of London’s Sewers.

7.45 for 8pm Free

secretary@wokingham society.org.uk

22nd Thu

The Arts Society Wokingham, talk on ‘The Age of Jazz’

by Sandy Burnett.

Newbold Church, Newbold College

7.45pm

£6

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22nd Thu

Bohunt Christmas Market, a chance to buy unique and handmade presents from local traders.

Bohunt School, Sheerlands 6 – 9pm Rd, Arborfield, RG2 9GB

£1 / kids free

xmas@bswca.org. uk

23rd Fri

Crowthorne and Sandhurst Art Society, mixed media – city scene, with Jenny Whalley

St Sebastian’s Memorial Hall, 7.30 – Nine Mile Ride RG40 3BA 9.30pm

Visitors £4 01276 600 007

24th Sat

Crowthorne Symphony Orchestra Autumn Concert, music by Tchaikovsky and Rimskly Korsakov.

The Old Gym, Wellington College, Crowthorne

7.30pm

£13/15 Kids free

www.crowthorne orchestra.com

24th Sat

From Celebration to Commemoration - a concert of contrasts with Bracknell Choral Society, see p17 for full details.

St Joseph’s Church, Bracknell RG12 1HA

7.30pm

£15 / U18 free

www.bracknell choral.org.uk

24th Sat

WADE Christmas Fair, various stalls, raffles, tombolas and refreshments.

WADE Day Centre, 40 Reading Road, RG41 1EH

11am – 2pm Adults £1 kids free

0118 978 7025

25th Sun

Santa Dash, in aid of Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice, see p23 for full details.

Windsor Town Centre

9am`

www.alexanderdevine .org/santareg18.html

25th

Wokingham Winter Carnival, see p17 for full details.

Wokingham Town Centre

11am–5.45pm Free

see p17

30th Fri

Martyn Joseph in Concert, see p17 for full details.

All Saints Church, Wiltshire Rd, Wokingham

7.30pm

www.wokingham concerts.co.uk

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Community News Martyn Joseph in Concert An award-winning, guitar player with a powerful show-stopping voice, Martyn Joseph has been called “The Welsh Springsteen” – but he stands in his own right, built on a reputation as a mesmerising live performer. BBC Radio 2’s Bob Harris observed that “Martyn is one of our most intelligent writers. He gets better and better like the finest of wines.”

He has toured in the USA, Canada and Europe with the likes of Art Garfunkel, Jools Holland, Ani DiFranco, Suzanne Vega, Mike and The Mechanics, Joan Armatrading, Celine Dion and Shirley Bassey.

"One of the most charismatic and electrifying performers in Britain today ... tough and passionate” (Tom Robinson, BBC 6 Music) "One of acoustic music’s most original voices, and most forward looking of his generation of singer/songwriters” (Q Magazine) "Songs of social commentary as much as love, with a rootsy sensibility” (Time Out) Friday, November 30 at 7.30pm All Saints Church, Wiltshire Road, Wokingham.

Tickets: www.wokinghamconcerts.co.uk

The Forest School PTA Quiz & Curry Night Booking is now open for Forest School’s Quiz & Curry Night, to be held on the evening of Friday, November 9th. Tickets are £15 per person and must be booked in advance. Price includes a delicious curry meal (veggie option available). We will also be running a bar on the night serving a selection of alcoholic and soft drinks to boost your brain power. Max 8 people per team. Please book via pta@forest. academy Crowthorne Symphony Orchestra Our Autumn Concert features the young Russian soloist Elizaveta Tyun in a performance of Tchaikovsky’s well-loved Violin Concerto.

Some of you may have heard this talented young violinist as she has already played Britten and Brahms concerti with us, wowing the audience on both occasions. The programme will also include the very popular orchestral suite, ‘Scheherazade’ by Rimsky Korsakov.

The concert is at The Old Gym Wellington College in Crowthorne on Saturday 24th November at 7.30pm. Tickets are on sale at Decor Interiors in Crowthorne High Street, and The Information Centre, Wokingham Town Hall, £13 in advance (£15 on the door) and children under 16 are as always free. Online purchases can also be made via our website.

The orchestra welcomes new members, subject to vacancies - if you are interested and are a competent player, even if you have taken a break from playing, please get in touch, especially if you play the violin. Our regular membership is over sixty players and we have a reputation as a friendly bunch with members of all ages. Weekly rehearsals are on Mondays in term time from 7.45-10pm at Oaklands Junior School, Butler Road, Crowthorne. Our website has up to date information on concerts, rehearsals, workshops and more: www. crowthorneorchestra.com

Wokingham Winter Carnival This year’s theme for the Wokingham Winter Carnival on Sunday 25 November is ‘Love Wokingham: A Winter Wonderland’ giving lots of scope for those wanting to dress up for the occasion. It’s a free event with fun for everyone – a variety of stalls, Santa’s Grotto in the Library, a variety of street entertainment, funfair, laser show, carols and the switching on of the Christmas tree lights. And, this year, the Parade is back adding to the excitement on the day! As well as gift ideas on the stalls the local shops will be open so you can do some Christmas shopping whilst enjoying the entertainment! Plus, with all the food stalls and local restaurants, pubs and cafes open you could make a day of it.

The day starts at 11am and finishes about 5.45pm. Follow us on Facebook – ‘Wokingham Winter Carnival’ or Twitter ‘@ WokyWinterFayre’ to get all the latest news, how to get your photos noticed and the timetable for the day.

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From Celebration to Commemoration - a concert of contrasts with Bracknell Choral Society On Saturday 24th November at St Joseph's Church, Bracknell, RG12 1HA, Bracknell Choral Society presents a varied programme of fine music in our Autumn concert, with contrasting 17th and 20th century pieces. We begin in the 17th century with music from Purcell.

The fresh and youthful Come Ye Sons of Art, written to celebrate the birthday of Queen Mary in 1694 is a contrast to the elegiac Funeral Sentences for Queen Mary, written just months later for the Queen's funeral. We will be rounding off the concert with John Rutter's glorious and well-loved Requiem, written in 1985 and popular around the world for its rich choral melodies The choir will be led by Greg Hallam, our professional musical director with professional orchestra, the Braccan Ensemble, and professional soloists, Anna Prowse - Soprano, Sarah Anne Champion Mezzo-Soprano and David Le Prevost - Bass.

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Events at Wokingham Library Wokingham in War and Peace: How the town managed during and after the First World War. A talk with Peter Must of the Wokingham Society and Local Historian Jim Bell. £3 charge. Tuesday 6th November, 10.30am to 11.30am.

Compassion in World Farming- A talk by volunteers from the leading animal welfare charity about how food choices effect farm animal welfare, the environment and our own health. Monday 12th November, 10.30am to 12noon.

For bookings call 0118 978 1368 Trinity Concert Band Concert - Lest We Forget All Saints Church, Wokingham, 10th November 2018, 3:00pm4:30pm. Phone: 0118 449 2099. Email: boxoffice@trinityband.co.uk Further Details: www.trinityband.co.uk Providing Wokingham with a fitting finale to 3 weeks of events reflecting on the end of the First World War 100 years ago, Trinity Concert Band will be joined by the Arborfield Military Wives Choir in a concert at All Saints Church in Wokingham. The programme will contain music, readings, poems and songs related to the period. As well as giving an opportunity to reflect, the music will offer hope and a positive vision of the future for us all.

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All families have been nominated by social workers, and without your help, it is unlikely they will be able to buy their children gifts this year.

The donation points will open on Thursday 25th October and remain open until Sunday 2nd December, after which scores of volunteers will sort, pack & deliver over 10,000 items to their grateful recipients. These donation points are located all over the borough; from Theale to Twyford, Winnersh and Emmer Green to Shinfield. None of this would be possible without the support of local volunteers and businesses such as Big Yellow, who provide free storage facilities, and Caversham Vehicle Hire who provide vans to deliver all of the gifts.

In 2017, Reading Family Aid’s Toys & Teens Appeal delivered gifts to 1,500 disadvantaged children from over 600 families in time for Christmas, and with the help of the local community it aims to extend its reach even further this year. So, whether you’re sorting out your toybox, or Christmas shopping for the young people in your life, please pick up a gift for someone who would appreciate it more than you know.

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Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service is holding its 6th annual fundraising Santa Dash event on Sunday 25th November in Windsor Town Centre.

The fun starts from the moment you put your Santa Suit on! The Santa Dash route will guide you through wonderful Windsor taking in Long Walk, the Castle, Queen Victoria’s statue and Windsor’s great shopping streets. A great corporate team fundraiser or event for all your friends and family! We want everyone to get involved in this great festive fun run from 9am, which is open to all, to help raise funds to support Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice.

It’s just 5km and you can dash, run, jog, skip or hop it ... it’s just for fun and simply the best way to kick off Christmas! Santa suits or reindeer antlers and a medal are included in the entry price and every penny raised goes directly towards supporting local children.

Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service was founded 11 years ago. Fiona and John Devine from Windsor set up this local charity, named after their son Alexander, who sadly died aged 8 from a rare brain tumour. During the four years that Alexander was ill they realised the desperate need for a local children’s hospice. Fiona and John, who live in Windsor, wanted to improve the care and support for children with life limiting conditions in Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and surrounding counties.

Today Alexander Devine Children’s Hospice Service funds Alexander’s Nurses, who run a community service in the home providing respite, play therapy, palliative care and end of life care. As well as creating a care team the dream was always to build a local children’s hospice. With the fantastic support of the local community the charity has now realised this dream by building a wonderful dedicated purpose built children’s hospice near Maidenhead on donated land. The hospice opened for Day Care in June this year. The

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