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SUMMER 2021
Embracing the Arts
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The Modern Yoga
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The event will run from 11am-4pm and will include a variety of activities including, games, performances, zorbing, mascots, crafts, and prizes. There will also be several food vans on site and promises to be an excellent day with Free entry. Keep an eye on the centres social media pages for further updates on this event, ran in partnership with Newcastle Great Park (NGP) and Newcastle City Council (NCC).
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club and will be running a summer camp for the duration of the school holidays. There will be a full body of activities running to entertain the children; including crafts, sports, bouncy castle, soft play, themed days, and food related fun from Great Park Shake Shack. The camp will be full days from 8am until 5:50pm (4 to 10-year-olds), with prices including £25 per full day, or £100 for the week! Contact scott@butterfliesandbugs.co.uk for further information.
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The centre is also on the lookout for a new part time member of staff. The role is aimed at someone with excellent customer service and some flexibility for various shifts. For more information, and a copy of the job description, please contact Mark via email on info@evolutionmanagement.co.uk. To find out more about the centres facilities, activities and events join their Facebook group, or visit www.greatparkcommunitycentre.com. Alternatively, give one of the friendly team a call on 0191 236 8196 or email info@ greatparkcommunitycentre.com. ■ Great Park Community Centre, Roseden Way Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE13 9NT www.greatparkcommunitycentre.com
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Welcome to The Modern Yoga A YOGA STUDIO IN THE HEART OF GOSFORTH
A SAFE PLACE TO PRACTICE Due to the COVID-19 pandemic every effort has been made to make the studio a safe place to practice, giving students a real peace of mind. When in the studio, yogis can expect strict sanitation and deep cleaning, improved air quality, and ventilation through an air cleaning equipment. There will be longer times between classes to allow for studio cleaning and safe social distancing between yogi’s. The in-studio class sizes have also been reduced, giving students more space on their mats. Student safety and wellbeing is our number one priority.
The studio was created with the twin aims of offering a sanctuary from the pressures of everyday life whilst also connecting the community of Gosforth. Over the past year its been difficult to offer that sanctuary, but we have continued to run online classes, which has meant the Gosforth community of Yoga fans have been able to stay together and practice. Hopefully, with fingers and toes crossed, the studio will re-open its doors May 17th, roll out its mats, and be able to offer that much needed sanctuary once again. The studio, located on the high street, occupies the 1st floor of the renovated Former Fire Station. A building restored to its former glory and featuring several independent small businesses. Modern Yogis’ are a big fan of popping in for a class and then picking up a tasty treat from Pink Lane Bakery, our neighbour downstairs. There are several teachers at the studio, which means we’re able to draw upon 8
a wide range of expertise and knowledge. The timetable provides a variety of classes, courses and workshops to suit all levels of practice, and aims to bring all ages and abilities together. We offer vinyasa flow, Ashtanga, Yin, Restorative, beginners, pregnancy and yoga for post natal mums, with babes invited along. Whilst we’re very much looking forward to getting back into the studio, we appreciate that some people might not be ready for that just yet, so we will continue to offer our popular online classes. As well as in-studio classes. we also plan on offering a number of yoga in the park throughout the Summer.
A YOGA COMMUNITY We’ve always wanted to add to the yoga community in Gosforth. In these difficult times people need Yoga more than ever, and it’s so gratifying to be able to teach and share our practice. What’s also lovely is the fantastic feedback we get from our students. “Thank you so much to all your team for bringing yoga into our homes. It's been a real lifesaver for me over lockdown, and something I always look forward to. I have only done classes through Zoom, but I already feel very included in the Modern Yoga Community”. To book a studio, park Yoga or online class visit www. themodernyoga.co.uk or you can email themodernyoga@gmail.com with any queries. If you haven’t practiced with us before, we have a number of offers for you to enjoy. These include £30 for 30 days of Yoga, 4 studio classes for £25 or 4 online classes for £15. We can’t wait to welcome you onto the mat. ■ The Modern Yoga, 234-236 High Street, The Former Fire Station, Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 1HH www.themodernyoga.co.uk
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We can’t wait to welcome you all back to our beautiful studio in the heart of Gosforth. Vinyasa Flow // Yin // Restorative // Ashtanga // Slow Flow Yin & Yang // Pregnancy Yoga // Post-natal Yoga Yoga for Beginners // Yoga for Intermediate Level... We have something to suit everybody! For more information and booking visit www.themodernyoga.co.uk The Modern Yoga Studio The Old Fire Station, 1st Floor, 234 - 236 High St, Gosforth NE3 1HH Got a question? E: themodernyoga@gmail.com M: 07917 422 464 9
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OFFSETTING “BRAIN DRAIN” DURING THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS WITH THE ARTS Embracing the ARTS during school breaks to boost emotional well-being and prevent academic backslide By Jennifer Diaz, Director, Turpentyne Ltd
Lockdown number three has come and gone… Our children have been at school off and on for a full year and have lost an uncalculatable amount of academic progress. It has been observed that when children experience less regular academic stimulation during an extended absence from school, their knowledge retention can be adversely affected. Experts often refer to this phenomenon as an academic backslide, yet many of us in the teaching profession refer to it colloquially as “brain drain”. As both an educator and a parent, I am of the mind to do everything in my power to ensure that my children succeed despite this lost school year. However, I am also concerned about the potential to create further stress and emotional distress for my children who have weathered the past 14 months with extraordinary patience and smiling faces. It is so very tempting to allow our children to spend their school breaks camped out in front of their game console or television… They certainly have earned a chance to relax. But a summer of screens does them little good. After a year of disruption, our children can ill afford 6 weeks of the dreaded summer “brain drain”. This is why it is so important that we supply our children with engaging activities that help them to grow their minds whilst having fun. Studies have shown that an effective organic way to enrich our children’s academic performance is through
the arts. Painting, drawing, sculpting, music, drama, and dance, all create opportunities for our children to think creatively and critically. Additionally, the arts help our children to develop a growth mindset where they can develop skills like resilience, tenacity, and the ability to find motivation intrinsically as they master their craft. Participation in the arts is a complex and multifaceted endeavour that combines many subject matters (like mathematics, history, language, and science) while being uniquely tied to culture. The arts are the perfect link between ALL subject matters, and an excellent delivery system for academic concepts. Brilliant examples are the correlation between drawing and geometry, or the link between playing a musical instrument and having a practical understanding of sound waves and the science of acoustics. For my family, this summer more than ever before, we are making involvement in the arts an absolute priority to enrich our children’s academic and emotional wellbeing. Albert Einstein is attributed to have said "creativity is intelligence having fun". Not being one to argue with genius… I say, let us encourage our kids to express theirs! ■ www.turpentyne.com
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Charity run arts venue, Gosforth Civic Theatre, has been, like many community spaces and hospitality venues, dormant for the past 6 months but, having made some improvements and installed a brand-new kitchen, they are ready to reveal their best ever menu and launch GCT Kitchen when they reopen alongside a new programme of live music, theatre and dance. Fully licensed from 11am with two outside seating areas, including their community garden – a secret gem of a beer garden and a must when heading out for a pint in the sunshine - GCT is a must visit for food and drinks when heading out in Gosforth. You can expect a mouthwatering menu bursting with flavour, using the freshest ingredients from the finest local suppliers in the region. At the heart of the dishes is a desire to celebrate good quality produce and create balanced meals that are not only tasty but are good for the body, mind and soul. The new menu features brunch and lunch favourites (if you haven't tried their vegetable fritters, or chicken club then you've been missing out!), and now you can tuck in to loaded fries, sharing boards, dirty burgers, delicious chicken shawarma and succulent steak salad; the perfect accompaniment for an evening out or a preshow treat. As always, GCT is sure to be a hit with families. Not only are they bringing their fantastic kids menu back but, for a limited time, they will be offering FREE selected kids meals when you buy brunch or a main if you visit during the week. In addition to a new kitchen and new menu are new, longer opening hours, meaning that Gosforth Civic Theatre is now open on evenings until 10pm Thursday to Saturday and 10am until 3pm on Sundays on top of their Monday to Saturday daytime hours. They have also expanded their outside seating capacity and will be keeping social distancing in place to ensure GCT is still 14
a safe space to visit going forward regardless of what restrictions are in place. This April was the fifth anniversary of Liberdade, the disability arts charity who runs Gosforth Civic Theatre, getting the keys for Gosforth Civic Hall and breathing fresh life and real meaning into the local venue. And having ridden out a very challenging through the generosity of local people, supporters and government funding, they are ready and excited to welcome you
back. If you haven't visited GCT this is the perfect time to head down and support an important local institution while enjoying some of the best food in town. Gosforth Civic Theatre reopens on Monday 17 May. It is situated right next to Regent Centre Metro and is five minutes from Gosforth High Street. Visit gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk for more information and to book a table. ■ gosforthcivictheatre.co.uk
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After the postponement of last years event, the Mouth of the Tyne Festival is back this summer, and Keane and Lighthouse Family are the first artists officially confirmed for this year’s event. Both acts were due to perform last year but, due to the pandemic, along with all festivals scheduled in 2020, the event was cancelled. Multi award-winning British rock band Keane have sold over 13 million records worldwide and are best known for hits including ‘Everybody’s Changing’, ‘Somewhere Only We Know’ and ‘This Is The Last Time’. Their album Hopes and Fears remains one of the best-selling albums in UK chart history. They will play Tynemouth Priory and Castle on Thusday 8 July 2021, plus special guests Cattle & Cane and Eliza Shaddad. The Lighthouse Family was formed in Newcastle in the early 90s by Tunde Baiyewu and Paul
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create her brand name. Emine loves teaching and enjoys seeing people developing and finding out what they are cable of doing. She gives jewellery-making workshops at her studio. These are currently one-to-one only. Workshops from her range are proving to be popular gifts. You can select from six different workshops, ranging from introductory silverclay to more advanced silversmithing techniques. She is planning further options for her workshop portfolio to spread the joy of making even more! Emine’s modern silver artjewellery, with its pop of colour and gold, might be just the thing you are looking for. You can select a statement piece or everyday jewellery to accompany your individual style. Emine also accepts bespoke commissions and designs the pieces according to her client’s needs, desires and visions. And if you cannot decide what to choose for a loved one, she offers personalized gift cards as well.
Emine will be at John Lewis Newcastle with her pop-up shop from Monday 7th June for a week. Why not give her a visit to find out more. ■ Silverkupe Jewellery & Workshops, BBox Studios, Studio 30, Stoddart Street, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE2 1AN www.silverkupe.com contact@silverkupe.com 21 21
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DELICIOUS ROASTED PORK This veg-rich tart – drizzled with spinach pesto, is well worth the effort, and makes the perfect dinner Pork infused with fresh thyme
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METHOD ➊ Preheat the oven to 200C ➋ Rub salt into the skin of the pork to help create a crisp crackling. ➌ Place the thyme on the base of a roasting tin with the pork on top; roast for 45 minutes before adding the parsnips. ➍ Roast for a further 45 minutes.
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WHEN NOT TO DIY Some DIY jobs are better left to the professionals
You may have no other choice than to call in the professionals to ensure some tricky household jobs are done safely, properly and legally. We tell you what you shouldn’t attempt yourself. Many homeowners are discovering advantages to buying homes that are in various stages of completion. Instead of hiring professionals to complete the house, some amateur DIY-ers are discovering basic homebuilding skills. As long as the work meets standard building codes, a homeowner can often see substantial savings over the same work performed by licensed professionals. But not every task is suitable for a competent but fledgling DIY-er. Due to the specialised skills required to do the job, you may have no other choice but to call in the professionals to make sure the job is done safely, properly and legally. Here are a few situations where you will most likely need to call in the professionals for a home repair job. ELECTRICAL WIRING OF ANY KIND Never attempt electrical work yourself as the consequences of a mistake can be incredibly serious. Rewiring a room, fitting new lighting fixtures, and fitting fuse boards should all be undertaken by a qualified electrician to meet the extremely high standards required by law. According to the law, most electrical work in homes will need to be carried out by an electrician who is registered under a government approved scheme, such as the National Inspection for Electrical Installation Contracting (NICEIC). The alternative for those doing DIY electrics, is for electrical work to be checked by local authority building control at a cost of around £120. Despite this tough new law over 70 per cent of householders questioned still felt confident to tackle DIY electrical tasks. If you are one of the majority, you are breaking the law and may come across problems when you come to sell your property. SUPPORTING BRICKWORK Professionals should do any brickwork that is not merely decorative. At first glance, brickwork may appear to be one of the easiest construction jobs around. But, as any professional bricklayer will tell you, the job can be overloaded with dangers.
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Professionals have the proper tools and techniques to prevent collapse due to improper alignment. If the job involves load-bearing structures, installation procedures must be followed to the letter, which usually means leaving the project in the hands of experienced workers. INACCESSIBLE PLUMBING JOBS Many DIY-ers discover that simple plumbing repairs are completely within their scope of ability. Replacing a leaky toilet for example, is an involved process but not overly complicated. Pipes for drains and sinks are standard sizes and will come off with traditional wrenches without much effort. Many drainage problems can be solved with relative ease. But this may lead to a false sense of security. Flooding and excessive water damage can be two of many problems associated with improper plumbing repairs. Much like electricity, you can’t always be sure that all the connections are closed before you begin a major repair. Professionals should handle any plumbing job that involves a broken pipe that you can’t see or reach. They have several methods of finding hidden breaks in pipes and know how to repair them with little collateral damage. GAS LINES ARE STRICTLY FOR THE PROS There are no exceptions. Again, installations not fitted by a registered professional are illegal and potentially extremely dangerous. Never consider fitting or repairing a boiler or gas fire yourself and always ensure that you use a Gas Safe Registered Engineer. ROOFING REPAIR Any repairs to the structure of the roof should be left to those who can accurately measure the proper angles needed for load bearing. You can undertake any routine repair work but professional roofers should handle anything involving the actual frame of the roof.
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COULD A GERMAN SPEAKING COUNTRY BE YOUR NEXT HOLIDAY DESTINATION? BY SUSANNE WARDLE, DIRECTOR AND FOUNDER OF THE GERMAN TEACHER With the days getting longer, the temperatures rising and the lock down easing, we tentatively start to think about holidays! So, could Germany or a German speaking country be your next holiday destination? Travelling from North Shields on the ferry to Ijmuiden near Amsterdam might be a preferred option this year – if you like to avoid airports. Once in Holland, Germany’s coastline along the Baltic is about 4-5 hours away. THE NORTH Especially the former east around Warnemünde and the Mecklenburger Seenplatte (a vast area of lakes) are very beautiful during the summer – a stunning area of unspoiled nature not dissimilar to our Lake District. Also, in the North you find the Hanseatic towns of Hamburg, Bremen, Lübeck and Rostock – all on a maritime theme and with a long history of trade and shipping. HEADING SOUTH Heading South past Hanover, Göttingen, Kassel and Cologne and then along the banks of the river Mosel and Rhine, you will encounter huge vineyards, fairy tale castles and Roman history around the city of Trier. If you enjoy riding a bike, the cycle paths along the river are perfect and the views are breath taking. THE SOUTH: SWABIA, BAVARIA, AUSTRIA, SWITZERLAND, LIECHTENSTEIN Stuttgart with its famous Swabian food, the Mercedes Benz and Porsche Museum, the Ritter Sport factory where you can make your own chocolate, are great for holidays with children. Bavarian beer, food, folk music and its mountains are famous all over the world. Of course, there is also Austria with its gorgeous capital of Vienna and Mozart’s Salzburg. Switzerland provides a variety of different holiday experiences – whether you want to be active (climbing, walking, mountain biking and, of course, skiing in the winter) or you prefer boat trips and lovely strolls along Lake Geneva, Lake Lugano or Lake Lucerne. And then there is, of course, Liechtenstein, a stunningly beautiful and interesting German-speaking microstate situated in the Alps and in the southwest of Central Europe. 54
WHAT ABOUT THE LANGUAGE BARRIER? People in Germany and German speaking countries start learning English at the age of 7 which means that by the time they leave school, most of them have a good command of the English language, so most people will understand you! However, any holiday is so much more exciting if you manage to speak some words or sentences in the local language. Any person in any country appreciates the effort somebody makes to speak their language – it builds bridges and does not have to be grammatically correct. SPEAKING GERMAN German and English have many cognates (words which are the same) or near – cognates (words which are very similar). Here are a few phrases to get you started in German: Hallo – hello Guten Tag – Hello (any time of the day) Guten Morgen – Good morning Guten Abend – Good evening Mein Name ist… – My name is… Wo ist …? - Where is…? Wo ist das Hotel? – Where is the hotel? Wo ist der Supermarkt? – Where is the supermarket? Wo ist die Bäckerei? – Where is the bakery? Auf Wiedersehen – Goodbye In brief, consider German speaking countries as a holiday option. They have lots to offer, are not too far away and starting to learn the language is easier than you think! ■ www.germanteacher.uk
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Davidsons of Morpeth add Volkswagen brand to their dealership Davidsons of Morpeth, located at Coopies Way, are proud to announce they have recently added the Volkswagen brand to the dealership and are delighted to be an authorised service dealer undertaking any service, repair or warranty work on all Volkswagen vehicles. Colin Davidson, Business Manager, explains “For us this is an exciting addition to our business. Volkswagen is a quality brand that we are very proud to represent alongside Vauxhall’”. The management team at Davidsons have attributed the continual success to great customer service and strong values. “We treat all our customers like family. The second they come into the garage we ask ourselves – if this was our mother or father how would we treat them?” Colin Davidson states “This approach, as well as a relentless strive for a flawless experience, has allowed us to maintain and grow a loyal customer base as they trust our ethical approach.” He feels that the business is well positioned locally for Volkswagen drivers to enable
“Davidsons are well positioned locally for Volkswagen drivers to enable customers to frequent the dealership without the need to travel unnecessarily” customers to frequent the dealership without the need to travel unnecessarily, especially given the difficult times we currently face with the pandemic. Davidsons have robust and exemplary measures in place to reassure customers from a COVID perspective. They provide a contactless service throughout, in both the Sales and Service departments. The premises are methodically and regularly deep cleaned and sanitised. Likewise, each and every car is thoroughly cleaned and sanitised before customers come in to contact with them. Tony Waite who heads up the Service Department says “We have really worked hard to stand out from the crowd with the standards we offer to our customers. They are the lifeblood of the business. We receive endless thanks and compliments from our customers which really does delight and drive us. “ Colin and the team at Davidsons say “We’re excited to see what the future holds for us and our customers.” ■ To book call 01670512115
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The warmth of the summer sunshine makes it the ideal time to enjoy your garden. Officially starting on Monday 21 June, the long-awaited season of longer lighter days is when many gardens look their best, filled with colour and fragrance. Whether you planted young seedlings in spring and can now enjoy seeing your efforts burst into bloom, or you’re looking for fast floral additions, the experts at Dobbies have shared their top tips to get gardens looking their best. Dobbies Horticultural Director, Marcus Eyles, said: “Summer is a busy time in the garden, with plenty to do but equally lots to enjoy as nature puts on its best sensory display of the year. As temperatures rise, it’s a time of exuberant growth, with potential dry spells meaning a little extra TLC needed to give your garden a healthy boost.”
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over the top, to ensure the water gets to where it is needed. Water newly planted shrubs and perennials in dry periods, mulching well to help retain moisture. Adding liquid fertiliser, as per the manufacturer’s instructions, every fortnight to feed plants grown in containers and hanging baskets will help for healthy growth. Light work of weeding Warmer temperatures will herald the appearance of weeds in flower beds and borders. The quickest and easiest way to control them is to hoe them off before they get established, applying a thick layer of mulch over the soil surface to help keep any further weeds at bay. Mulching with organic matter, such as garden compost, also locks in moisture and, over time, helps to improve your soil, whilst giving plants a well-needed boost. Practical pruning Regularly dead-heading flower borders will extend the flowering season well into autumn, particularly for Dahlias, Roses and cottage garden Perennials. Any early flowering herbaceous plants that have already died back can be cut back and tidied, whilst some will grow back with a second flush of foliage and flower for a late season display, such as Geraniums and Delphiniums. Spring flowering annuals, such as Forget-me-nots, will have faded now and should be lifted to make way for later summer plantings. Fill gaps with fast growing high summer bedding plants such as Dahlia, Cosmos and Nicotiana. Prune Wisteria cutting whippy side shoots back to around five leaves to 20cm in length. Prune spring flowering shrubs, such as Deutzia and Weigela soon after flowering has faded to prevent them becoming overgrown. Remove spent branches with secateurs or loppers to allow new growth to develop as this will carry next Spring’s display. Dead-head Roses to encourage repeat flowering. Feed them with Rose fertiliser and add a layer of mulch for an extra boost to support strong growth and a floriferous display. Roses are at their peak in June, making it the perfect time to choose new varieties to add to your summer display. We have a vast range of our new own brand roses now in store. Show lawns some love Lawns are put under extra pressure during high summer months, but established lawns that dry out and have brown patches will recover with some TLC and when rain returns. Regular mowing is best for a healthy lawn, reducing the cutting height to help prevent drying out and when the grass is growing more strongly. Keeping the blades slightly higher will also help the grass resist the extra summer wear from garden games and stay at home picnics. For a lovely, lush green lawn, apply a high nitrogen summer feed. Why not leave some areas of grass to grow to allow wildflowers to flourish, supporting wildlife and pollinating insects. Quick fix colour – Summer bedding plants You can’t beat summer bedding plants for a colour burst and fast results. There are so many varieties to choose from, you can have beautiful flowers from late spring through till autumn. Whether you’ve got a large garden to co-ordinate, or just need a few pots to add colour to your balcony or windowsill, there are endless ways to use bedding plants, making them one of the most popular additions to any summer garden. ■ www.dobbies.com
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When a young man is found dead on the North Carolina coast the local police – and local residents – start looking for the culprit. It doesn’t take long before they turn their attention to Kya, also known as the Marsh Girl. But is she guilty of anything more than being an outsider? What follows is actually two stories intertwined. As the hunt for the murderer continues we learn of Kya’s life in the marsh. At the age of 6 she watched Ma walk away from their shack with a blue case and high heeled shoes. Though Kya waited, her mother never returned and over the following months her siblings left as well, leaving her alone with Pa. He was often drunk or absent, so it was up to Kya to survive, until he finally left when she was 10. To some extent, this is a coming-of-age story. It is an unforgettable novel; a celebration of nature and some of the most engaging parts are the descriptions of the marsh world through which Kya glides effortlessly in her canoe. It becomes a character in its own right. There is no denying that this novel will stay with you long after you finish it and feel as if you have been along the journey though the marsh with Kya.
Ah, the Regency Era. The world of Jane Austen, elegant women dressed in the sumptuous fashions or the era, and dashing young men, all navigating a world of parties and courtship. Julia Quinn drops us into this intriguing world in her bestselling novel Bridgerton: The Duke & I, the first in the series. Most people will know it through its highly successful adaptation on Netflix, but the original source material is well worth reading. We are introduced to the Bridgerton family with their 8 children (all named alphabetically). Mrs Bridgerton is eager to find a husband for her eldest daughter, Daphne, and it would appear that all of British high society – known as the ton – is lapping up the latest gossip. At one of many balls she attends, Daphne meets the rather irascible Simon Basset, the Duke of Hastings. The two form an unlikely friendship and, since neither of them is interested in marriage, they agree to a fake courtship, in the hope of avoiding advances from prospective husbands and wives. But can it really work? And are they really so averse to marriage? One of the charms of this novel is that you are reminded that no matter what era we are born into, we are all basically navigating the same pitfalls in life. Enjoy the ride!
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A GOOD DAY FOR CLIMBING TREES by Jaco Jacobs Don’t let anyone tell you that you are too young to take a stand. Sometimes all it takes is one simple, spur of the moment decision, to change your life forever. Marnus was fed up. No one seemed to notice him. His older brother acts as if he is in charge, and his younger brother seems to know everything. But a single knock on the door, a petition, and a tree under threat, will ensure that everyone notices him. This charming novel from one of South Africa’s most popular and prolific children’s authors will hook you in straightaway. It will make you laugh and will make you think about grabbing the opportunities that life gives you. 62
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THE BIG UGLY MONSTER AND THE LITTLE STONE RABBIT by Chris Wormell Sometimes we all feel lonely. Sometimes all we want is a friend. The Big Ugly Monster is no different. This wonderful picture book tells the story of a monster who is so ugly that no one will go near him. Lakes, rivers, and puddles hiss and dry up when he steps in them. Animals and birds run away from him. Flowers drop their petals and trees lose their leaves. But one day he decides to make his own friend out of stone, and he carves a little stone rabbit. We learn that he is only ugly on the outside and that he is a faithful, loving friend. A moving story that will stay with you long after the final page.
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