In the early hours of Friday, 28^th May 1943, All Saints Church, standing by the Thames in Old Isleworth, was destroyed by fire. The alarm was given at 2.30am by Miss Burrage who lived next door and again by Mr. McDonald, the publican of the “London Apprentice”. Against the darkness of the wartime black-out the glow of the huge fire could be seen for miles.

Very little of the church remained after the blaze. Altar, chancel, organ, stained glass windows, hymnals, all had gone. Only the old church tower, built about 1399, survived along with its bells. Stand in the church tower today and look up and you can still see the charred timbers underneath the bell chamber.

Surya Cooper Tells Us Why Singing is So Good for You

Vital Voices is about a new way of learning to sing, taking your voice in a new musical direction; it’s not something you may have experienced before, or seen on TV. It’s not Glee, nor a church choir or a community sing-song but a way to give ‘Voice’ to the music inside you, and share it with others in a relaxed setting. We not only sing part-songs but also work on developing range and tone. We learn to improvise and harmonise, playing with and learning how to care for our voices. Our group also uses percussion to enhance our musicality.

Glass Painting Workshops

Inspired by the beautiful painted glass from Richmond’s Tudor Palace, design and create your very own piece of painted glass.

Workshop repeated every day between:

• Tuesday 28th - Friday 31st May
• 10.00 - 12.00

More Information

• Suitable for children aged 5 +
• £3.00 donation welcomed
• Pre-booking necessary. Please call 020 8332 1141

Museum of Richmond, Old Town Hall, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond, TW9 1TP

Make a 5 minute film in 5 Days and take a copy home on DVD!

Here at Dreamcatcher Media, the films made on our Summer Film Camps feature great heroes and anti-heroes, goodies and baddies, exciting chases and dramatic scenes - all scripted, filmed and directed by young people aged 8 - 16.

Our next 5 day Film Camp starts on 8^th July. Children come up with their own idea for a film, then set about shooting, directing and editing it over the five days under expert tuition from industry professionals. It’s all great fun but good learning too and young wannabee filmmakers finish the course equipped to make their own movies.

Sponsored by the Alpha Plus Group, the Camp takes place at Falcons Boys Prep School in Richmond and runs weekly from July 8^th until August 30^th starting at 9am. See website www.dreamcatchermedia.co.uk for other locations.

To Book, Call - 0208 8916414 or email info@dreamcatchermedia.co.uk.

Ceramics, glass, fine art, sculpture, jewellery, video installation, photography and more…

The twice yearly Open Studios’ event gives you an opportunity to meet 38 local artists and designer-makers and to experience creativity at first hand in a vibrant and informal environment. You can meet the people behind the work, enquire about techniques, discuss commissions, purchase or just admire the wide range of original artwork on offer, confident that your support will help in perpetuating this thriving and inspiring local community.

21 - 23 June and 28 - 30 June 2013

ARThouse is Richmond’s annual Open Studios, celebrating the vast creative talent that exists within the borough of Richmond upon Thames. Over the last two weekends in June up to 500 artists will open the doors to their homes, studios, gardens, classrooms and businesses to showcase a wide range of artwork created in the local area.

Do take advantage of this wonderful opportunity to meet local artists and learn about their artistic processes in their own unique environments across the borough. You will have the chance to meet some of the area’s finest creative people, pick up creative advice, and even buy original pieces.

Admission is free to all open studio venues.

More Information

• website
• list of events

Adventure Playground for children and young people aged 5-15 years

There’s lots to do at the AP. Swing on our rope swings, make a den, cook on an open fire or dig to the centre of the earth! If you don’t fancy that then you can get creative with arts and crafts, have a bounce on our trampoline or just hang out with your friends. The trained and experienced Playworkers are on hand to supervise and help you make the most of your visit to the AP.

“Apres moi, le deluge”

The Motto of 617 Squadron

Almost exactly 70 years ago, on the evening of 16^th May 1943, an event took place that has become imprinted on the British character. There will be many of us who know the story rather well - the stressed but determined engineer, the ‘press-on-regardless’ pilot and his team of courageous flyers, the dog that was killed and the mighty concrete walls that came crashing down. Most of all we remember a piece of music that is still whistled ironically on holiday jets coming in to land at Malaga and Palma, played at football matches and used in TV commercials. The official name for this event was ‘Operation Chastise’ but to most people it is the ‘Dambusters Raid’.

Coming from a wide range of industries and backgrounds, our staff all share common values - a passion for property and a commitment to providing our customers with the highest levels of service. To work for Dexters you should have outstanding communication skills and the ability to sell high end products.

If you want to work for one of the largest, growing, independent companies in London please contact us on: recruitment@dexters.co.uk / 020 8614 1242

Come to the new, Ailsa Tavern Festival, July 5^th - 7^th, and hear top live bands, jams, workshops, an open mic, real ales great Mediterranean inspired food and a hog roast. There is also going to be a music talent contest, called “Rising Stars”! Everything musical is free to attend except the talent contest which is only £5.

www.twickenhamfilmfestival.com

We hope you enjoy the films.

Sunday 16^th June 1-5pm at Orleans House Gallery

Twickenham will once again come alive with the sights and sounds of Carnival, complimenting the borough’s Gardens Festival for 2013. Join the vibrant parade as it leaves York House at 12noon and makes its way to the Carnival Village in the grounds of Orleans House Gallery in an explosion of music, dance and spectacular costumes. Celebrations continue into the afternoon with a variety of live music and dance, food from around the globe, games, arts activities and workshops suitable for the whole family.

For a number of weeks I have been attempting to involve our St Margarets neighbourhood police team in doing something about sexually explicit advertisements on the notice boards of our two local news agents - this, in the knowledge that this type of advertisement is sometimes placed not by the individual offering such services, but by those who control them. The response from Constable Peebles is that in his opinion these are perfectly harmless and in the eyes of the police “there is no offence being committed”.

I organise a group of local players that get together every Wednesday evening at 9pm for a game of 7-a-side, and we need a few extra players to keep the numbers up.

If you are interested in playing - it’s a reasonable standard and competitive but always friendly and good natured - then drop me a note at richard.jackson100 (at) gmail.com.

We currently play at Goals at Gillette Corner and the cost is £8/session.

There are also occasional beers afterwards from time to time!

Sunday 7^th July 2013 from 11 am - 4 pm

Come and sing with us in the beautiful Victorian Normansfield Theatre. Easy to learn, uplifting, soulful harmonies. Vibrant and nourishing songs of freedom, joy and peace. Gospels and spirituals from around the world. Nick’s wonderful compositions and arrangements will make your heart sing. Everything taught by ear. No need to read music. Just for the sheer joy of singing together.

Bring and share lunch. Refreshments provided.

All Welcome!