Nominations are now being sought for the 2014 Richmond Community Awards. This honours scheme aims to recognise those residents who work tirelessly to improve the borough and is a great chance to recognise and thank our – often unsung – local heroes. There are also awards for under 18s. Nominees can be anyone who puts…
Come along and join us if you have a child with dyslexia, whatever age, if you want to know more about what you can do to help them achieve their potential. We’ll share information, experiences and support each other. When: 25th September from 9.30-11.30 Where: Pembroke Lodge in Richmond Park Contact: Ana Angelios: anaangelios@yahoo.com. If you have any…
Tessa’s Jazz Hands is a new weekly children’s club for everyone aged 7-11 years old who loves music and musicals. Classes start on Wednesday 10th September with a FREE TRIAL LESSON for anyone who’s interested! Date: Wednesdays (excluding school holidays) beginning 10th September 2014. Time: 4:30 to 5:30pm Where: All Saints Church Hall. 86 East…
Could you, your employer or your business help the Richmond Foodbank with a donation for their online auction? The Richmond Foodbank & Vineyard Community Centre will be holding an on-line auction of goods and services this autumn and are appealing for donations. The Richmond Foodbank provides emergency food for local people in crisis. In 2013-14…
We spied a new presence on the High Street and one that could well prove irresistible! Madeleine’s Cake Boutique is bright, elegant, stylish, friendly and, well, full of delicious sweet treats that are almost (but not quite) too gorgeous to eat. It’s a lovely place to stop for a treat, meet friends or buy something lovely to…
Performing live in concert, let alone alongside the London Symphony Orchestra and televised to the nation, is something that was once unthinkable to local resident and former musician, Marco Martinez, who has long battled addiction and mental health problems. Marco’s story goes back to his early teens when, as a bright, talented but incredibly stage…
Dibranto – East Sheen’s new DIY superstore – is introducing Thursday Trade Days that are open to the public as well as the trade. On these days you will be able to find experts in-store and exclusive one-day-only deals. If there’s a tool that you are considering buying and would like to try or you’d…
Are you a runner and/or cyclist? The Holly Lodge Centre needs you! With five weeks left until the London Duathlon, the UK’s biggest duathlon, cyclists and runners are busy training for the big event. On September 14 this very popular event offers athletes of all abilities the chance to race through the stunning surroundings of…
Did you know that there is a free minibus service inside Richmond Park that takes you to Isabella Plantation every Wednesday? It stops to pick up and drop off passengers at Sheen Gate at 11:15, 12:00, 12:50, 14:10, 15:00 and 15:50. The wheelchair accessible service runs every Wednesday until the end of August. You can…
It may not seem obvious that a man gallivanting around the country in a kilt is a resident of SW14 but we’re proud to tell you that this one is. He is also a man with a remarkable personal story and a phenomenal aim – to run at least a marathon a day for a…
