April 2016 - Page 2 of 8

Featured local business - Clubtek

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I was already a regular visitor to Clubtek’s DJ shop when it was in Penge, but now they're even handier in Stanstead Road, just a few doors down from Shannon’s Garden Centre - another old favourite. It’s by no means just for DJs and bands...

Support St Hilda’s roof appeal

Apr

2016

Steven writes:St Hilda’s Church in Crofton Park, has been trying to raise a fund of £542,000 to replace their roof for the last 17 years and now desperately needs help to fill the £98,000 gap.St Hilda’s has a potential funder in place to pay for their roof restoration work, but they need to show evidence ...

Fitology Hub, Brockley Cross

Apr

2016

Susanne and Amber from Fitology HubFitology Hub is a new fitness service for women, based in the Brockley Cross Business Centre ad with no less an ambition than to change the world of women's fitness forever. The team behind it, Suzanne and Amber, say:"We have worked with numerous women in preparation for everything from sports ...

Convoy to Calais – 18 June 2016

Apr

2016

Convoy to Calais; will be direct practical help to people in an appalling situation. Compassion and solidarity... PAAA head office writes "Now more than ever we need a huge response to the refugee crisis to counter the racist rhetoric across Europe trying to demonise and disenfranchise victims of war, oppression and poverty. The People's Assembly ...

The Ashmead Primary Nursery

Apr

2016

Ashleigh Mugridge, the Early Years Co-Ordinator at Ashmead Primary School in St John's, writes:Spaces are still available in our fantastic and inspiring Nursery, which is set within our thriving Early Years Foundation Stage at Ashmead. We offer a stimulating and child centered approach to learning, supporting your child’s exploration and development through a child led ...

Brockley Max 2016

Apr

2016

The Max team writes:The Brockley Max arts festival is back for 2016 with a jam-packed programme of gigs, films, exhibitions, theatre, activities for kids and more besides. Most events are free and will take place in venues across Brockley, Crofton Park, Honor Oak Park and Ladywell.The festival launches at 4pm on Friday 27th May when ...

Coming soon: Puccini Kitchens

Apr

2016

Long-time Brockley Central sponsor Puccini Kitchens is opening a show room in Crofton Park, replacing the former clothes shop White Room at 352 Brockley Road.They say: "We are currently renovating the building and installing some kitchen models."Thanks to Molewife for the photo.

New heads for local schools

Apr

2016

There are a lot of changes taking place at the top of local schools at the moment, with many Lewisham secondary and primary schools searching for new head-teachers.Prendergast Vale have been quick to find a new Head, with Duncan Kamya recently recruited while local Catholic primary St Mary Magdalene has announced this week that its ...

Mystery Manhunt

Apr

2016

The Shoveller: We struck down evil with the mighty sword of teamwork and the hammer of not bickering.- Mystery MenOli has launched a search for the man in these photos. To help him track this guy down, click here to head to his Facebook post. Thanks to Chris for the heads-up.

Five nights til Freddy’s

Apr

2016

Fred's is replacing the recently-departed Pat-a-cake's cafe in Crofton Park. I've no further information on it at this stage, but it looks nearly finished.Thanks to Glenn for the photo.

The Brockley Street Art Festival 2016

Apr

2016

The Brockley Street Art Festival returns next month. This year's event will be smaller than the last, which covered dozens of walls, doors and shutters across the area - and with most of the low-hanging surfaces already covered, the team behind it are seeking to crowd-fund cherry picker hire, to help them reach loftier parts.The ...