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Make a splash in Hampton Square
Illuminated jet streams programmed to shoot water at various heights throughout
the day, have now opened in the new Hampton Square. As part of the new square development,
the water jets have been set into the new York stone and are already proving a hit
with local children.
Find out more
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Recognising your local community
Residents took the time last July to nominate over 140 local people for their role
in improving your local community. Over 30 people were selected to attend a special
celebration event in September hosted by the Leader of the Council. There are winners
from every village – find out who you know.
Find out who your local winners are
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Volunteering opportunities in Teddington and Hampton
Do you want to make a difference in Teddington and Hampton? Volunteering Richmond
matches people who want to volunteer in the community with over 250 opportunities
in 120 organisations. Come and meet Annette at Hampton Wick Library on 11 December
from 2.00 to 4.00pm to discuss volunteering opportunities near you.
Get Involved
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Come along to the ‘Full of Life’ fair and plan for the future
The borough’s Full of Life fair kicks off next week on the 1 October at the Harlequins
Stadium – the Stoop. Over 60 stalls with information, activities, including Zumba
gold and Pilates, workshops to help you use your computer, freebies and a complimentary
lunch.
Don’t miss out
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Three more spaces join the Green Flag club
Hampton Common, Hampton Cemetery and Teddington Cemetery have become the most recent
of the borough’s open spaces to receive the prestigious Green Flag Award that recognises
and rewards the best green spaces in the country.
Find out more
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Teddington play cage gets a new look
Budding artists and local residents from the Borland, Down, Addison and Hawkins
Roads area came together to give the park’s play cage a colourful boost, while sharing
long term aspirations for the park. Organised by RHP and supported by Richmond Council’s
Community Links Officer, over 40 young people and adults enjoyed the opportunity
to make a difference, and give their input for long term ideas.
Contact your Community Links Officer
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GCSE celebrations at all schools
Secondary schools across the borough have been celebrating the improvements in local
GCSE results. Provisional figures show that 85% of pupils achieved five or more
A*-C grades and 68% received five or more A*-C grades including English and maths,
both figures an improvement on last year’s results.
Find out how your local school performed
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School in Hampton Hill celebrates ‘In Bloom’ win
Staff and pupils at Hampton Hill Junior School are celebrating after a big win in
the Richmond in Bloom awards. They scooped this year’s School Gardening Trophy,
sponsored by Squire’s Garden Centres, which recognises the variety of ecological
ways the school grounds are used.
See the other winners
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Hampton Wick Festival a triumph!
The Hampton Wick Festival, timed to coincide with Prudential RideLondon on 4 August,
was hailed “a triumph!” by Cllr Tony Arbour. Hundreds of people watched the Grand
Parade. Local residents commented: “Just fantastic! A lovely sense of community.
Things like this are the reason I love living in the Wick.” Watch the video now
on the Hampton Wick Association website.
More information
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Local Riverside Trust discusses key issues
This month, the Hampton and Molesey Riverside Trust met to consider progress against
the development of Huck’s Boatyard, the Council’s new byelaw to prevent illegal
mooring on the Thames, the Council’s proposal to not lock parks at night and the
redevelopment of the Jolly Boatman site. Contact the Trust to join or for further
information.
Find out more
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Better access at community arts centre
The Landmark Arts Centre has been awarded £49,000 by the City Bridge Trust for improvements
for visitors with special needs. These include designated parking, induction loops
and a platform lift to enable wheelchair access to the stage. Tony Nieper, Chair
of Trustees, is delighted with the funding, making the venue even more accessible
to local people.
Find out more
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Come along to a ‘groovy’ evening
React Charity will be hosting an evening of the groovy 60s at The Lensbury in Teddington
on 9 November. There will be a live band playing classic 60s tunes that defined
the decade, plus a three course dinner, table games and an auction.
For more information
Get your ticket now
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Protecting your local community
Last month, over 500 anti-crime leaflets were handed out to local residents in the
area by the police following a small increase in theft from motor vehicles and non-residential
burglary over the past few weeks. Residents are encouraged to be vigilant, and if
they have concerns, to contact their local Safer Neighbourhood team.
Contact the Police for safety information
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Local businesses commit to healthier takeaways
Local takeaways have been awarded Healthier Catering Commitment certificates after
going the extra mile. These include: Café Deli Plenty, Sundeck Café, Machaan, Moidhuls,
Little China, Teddington Fish Bar and Red Peppers. Making a few changes, such as
using less salt and healthier unsaturated oil can make a big difference to the occasional
takeaway treat.
Find out more
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Visit the Surrey Towpath with local Friends
The Friends of Bushy and Home Parks would like to invite residents to attend a number
of events over the next six weeks, including a walk on the Surrey Towpath at Molesey
Hurst and a talk on the archaeology of Bushy Park. Open to everyone! Visit the website
for more information.
Find out more
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Come and see how much fun our members have
Elleray Hall is warm and welcoming, a place where members come to enjoy a good home-cooked
lunch and take part in a range of activities including exercise classes, dancing,
bingo and bowls. The Hall always welcomes new members, so if you, a neighbour or
someone you know would enjoy a little extra fun, call now and find out just what’s
on offer.
Find out more
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Local charity for local people
There are many older people living alone in the area who find themselves very isolated.
Often they cannot easily use public transport and have difficulty going out to meet
people. But the Greenwood Centre is there for them. Their volunteer drivers take
them to medical appointments, social clubs and hairdressers or simply to visit their
friends. They urgently need more volunteers. Can you help?
Find out more
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Poetry in Motion
Richmond Ramblers’ first poetry walk was a great success. The theme was the connection
between nature and life, and all the participants brought along a favourite poem
to share while strolling around the Woodland Gardens in Bushy Park. Nearly 20 people,
whose ages ranged from 8 to 80, took part and enjoyed it so much another poetry
walk is planned.
Email:
johannmartin@hotmail.com
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Horsing around in Bushy Park
400 children from local charity the Horse Rangers Association enjoyed a Gymkhana
earlier this month, They showed off their riding skills as well as having fun in
a variety of games and fancy dress at the Bushy Park Stockyard. This year the new
Squadron 7 race highlighted the prowess of riders with Special Needs.
Find out more
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Celebrating the best in world cinema
Richmond Film Society's 51st season opened with the Danish film ‘A Hijacking’ on
17 September at St Mary's University. The season runs until April and comprises
15 films of international repute from the UK and Europe, North and South America,
Japan and Israel. New members and guests are always very welcome.
Find out more
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Young people getting involved
180 local young people taking part in the Challenge Network, powered by the National
Citizen Service, are spending the last weekend of September with The Environment
Trust, Marble Hill Play Centre and Grenfell Housing Association. This is just the
latest in a number of local projects aimed at challenging stereotypes and working
to improve the local area.
Find out more
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World Alzheimer’s Dementia Month
The Caring Café for people affected by dementia is now part of the Carers Hub. Richmond
and Kingston Crossroads, as sub-contractors to Richmond Carers Centre will, together
with the Alzheimer’s Society, continue to deliver this outstanding service. Open
the first and third Saturday of each month at the Sheen Lane Centre.
Find out about more support
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Volunteers needed now!
Do you have an hour or two spare each week, each month or once in a blue moon? Then
please contact The Royal Star & Garter Homes. They are looking for people to volunteer
by manning a stall, holding a collection, hosting a coffee morning or co-ordinating
collection tins. If that is you – contact them now!
Get involved
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Prizes for young writers
ArtsRichmond’s annual Young Writers’ Festival runs from September 2013 to January
2014 and encourages young people to show off their creative writing skills and express
their thoughts, hopes and dreams in any format. The event is supported by the Barnes
Literary Society in its 10th anniversary year. Deadline 10 January 2014 for pieces
of work. Contact ArtsRichmond for more information.
Find out more
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Help shape the future of voluntary sector organisations
Richmond CVS is managing an important research project to review the current state
of the local voluntary sector. The ‘State of the Sector’ project has been commissioned
by the Richmond Transforming Local Infrastructure Partnership and Richmond Parish
Lands Charity. The research will provide shape, scope and facts for local voluntary
organisations, funders and cross-sectors partners over the next few years.
Have your say online
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Turing House – A new school for 2014
Turing House will be a brand new secondary school in the borough for boys and girls
aged 11 to 18. It will be an inclusive community school focusing on responsibility,
personal achievement and academic success. The school’s curriculum will be broad
and balanced, with specialisms in science, engineering and music. The school is
holding an open evening in York House on 10 October.
Find out more
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Performing Arts Festival coming soon
The syllabus for the Performing Arts Festival is now available from libraries, information
centres and music shops. Competitions for amateur performers of all ages in the
arts, dance and speech will be held across the borough next spring. Cash prizes
and trophies to be won.
Apply online now
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Coldbusters – don’t be cold this winter
If your home is cold, Coldbusters is a scheme that could help by funding new central
heating, a replacement boiler, cavity wall and loft insulation, and heating control
upgrades. Homeowners and private tenants who receive benefits are eligible to apply,
as well as those over 60 or on a low income. For more information, call free on
0800 358 6668.
Find out more
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Volunteer tutors needed!
Would you like to make a difference to someone’s life? Would you like to help someone
with their English and meet people from different cultures? Learn English at Home
is a charity working with local residents who don’t have English as their first
language, to help improve their English language, reduce isolation and integrate
into their community. Full training provided.
Find out how to help
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Big London Energy Switch
The Big London Energy Switch draws on the collective purchasing power of potentially
more than one million Londoners to encourage energy companies to offer lower tariffs
to customers. Richmond Council is among 23 London boroughs supporting the next auction
on 16 October where we have the opportunity to help our residents better understand
their energy bills and complex tariffs and work out if they could save.
Find out more
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