Thursday, September 9, 2010

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A SERIES of free events are scheduled in the coming weeks to help people learn more about the work of Princess Alexandra Hospital (PAH). Professionals from the Harlow hospital will be giving short presentations highlighting recent service developments and explaining forthcoming innovations from departments. The events are taking place as follows: September 22 at the Civic Centre (long-term conditions and orthopaedics), September 28 at the Rhodes Arts Complex in Bishops Stortford (cardiac care) and on October 4 at the council o ces in Epping (breast cancer care). For more information visit www.pah.nhs.uk/AGM. Spaces are limited and are available on a rst come, rst served basis. To book email communications@ pah.nhs.uk or call 01279 827926. Rowneybury is a free-kick away from Harlow Mill

Green award Check in to hear about the for Park Inn developments at the PAH
THE Park Inn by Radisson Harlow has received a bronze award from the Green Tourism Board. The accolade is in recognition of its projects to recycle all food waste and to revamp the wolf enclosure at Paradise Wildlife Park. A hotel spokesman said: It just goes to show that no matter the age of your building (the hotel was built in 1964) anyone can do their bit. Congratulations to the team at the Park Inn by Radisson Harlow!

Celebrate Harlow...
Open Doors Week - a series of FREE events for all the family!
Harlow Playhouse Sunday 12 September, 1pm- 5pm
An afternoon of fun-packed family-friendly activities with exhibits, live music, and free activities. To include:

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The Gibberd Gallery Saturday 11 September, 10.30am-5pm

Enjoy Henry Moores celebrated Sheep exhibition and join in with one of the following:

Minute Maestro (10.30am1.00pm) - Become a musical maestro and conduct City of London Sinfonia musicians, doodle a picture and have it turned into music, and take part in arts and crafts. Sculpting Sheep (2.00pm-5.00pm) - Drop-in sheep sculpting workshop run by The Henry Moore Foundation. Suitable for all ages (children must bring an adult)
Civic Centre, The Water Gardens, CM20 1WG

Free Performances: 2.00pm & 3.30pm Family-friendly half-hour performances, featuring Hip Hop Pop, Fifi Live, Harlow Ballet, JCJ, and the cast of Aladdin (seats can be reserved in advance). Refreshments available. Free Workshops: 1.15pm-1.45pm TryBallet (ages 4-8)* 2.45pm-3.15pm TryHip Hop* 2.45pm-4.30pm TryPuppetry 4.15pm-4.45pm Try Ballet (ages 9+)* (*wear suitable clothing and footwear) View From The Stage (2.45pm & 4.15pm) - A chance to see behind the scenes.
Playhouse Square, CM20 1LS

The Council Chamber Saturday 11 September, 10.30am-5pm

See Harlows Council Chamber in action and meet a wide range of exhibiting community groups, to include:

Buy it like Beckham

You too could live like a king at Beckingham Palace you just need 18m in the bank. Billy Shaw reports

Councillor Debate (12.00pm-2.00pm) 3 Harlow Councillors and 3 Youth Councillors debate the Harlow strategy for youth provision.
Civic Centre, The Water Gardens, CM20 1WG

Science Alive Wednesday 15 September, 4pm-7pm

SAFEcracker: Science Alive Family Event - Science Alive unlocks its doors to family groups, with free entrance, exhibitions, presentations and activities.

Gatehouse Arts Studio & Gallery Saturday 11 September, 11am- 6pm

Harlows newest Arts Studios and Gallery launches with an exhibition and open studios.
West Gate, CM20 1JR

Harlow Leisurezone, Second Avenue, CM20 3DT

Harlow Town Football Club Stadium Thursday 16 September, 6pm-8pm

Walk out onto the turf of Harlow Town FCs pitch, meet the team and take part in a penalty shoot-out.

avid and Victoria Beckham are putting their Harlow Mill mansion up for sale, according to sources close to the celebrity couple. The 24-acre Rowneybury site, nicknamed Beckingham Palace, has reportedly been valued at close to 18 million by estate agents meaning the iconic couple could stand to bank a whopping pro it on the 2.5 million they paid for it way back in 1999. Worth an estimated 125

million as a family, the former England football captain and former Spice Girl singerturned-fashion designer have settled down in Los Angeles since moving across the pond three years ago when David Beckham joined the LA Galaxy Football Club. Theyre now said to be keen to sell the Grade II listed building along with its surrounding land in favour of setting their roots permanently in LA. The property, which used to be used as a school, has been

given a mega-money makeover by the Beckhams, whose sons Brooklyn, 11, Romeo, eight, and Cruz, ive, are also said to be happily settled in America. A gymnasium, snooker room, tennis courts and even a petting zoo are flanked by indoor and outdoor swimming pools, while the garden boasts three 10,000 gazebos, a 52ft garden pavilion with a marble floor, which houses a 4ft barbecue that cost 70,000. WHAT do you think? Email yourscene@archant.co.uk

St Johns Arts and Recreation Centre Saturday 11 & Sunday 12 September, 2pm-6pm
Historical exhibition on Old Harlow and St Johns, and a special exhibition of historical toys. Refreshments available.

The Pinnacles, CM19 5BL

Market Street, Old Harlow, CM17 0AJ

The Museum of Harlow Saturday 18 September, 1pm-4pm

Music at the Museum - Enjoy an afternoon of rock and acoustic performances by Harlow Rock School musicians in the museums walled gardens. Refreshments available (A no-alcohol event).
Muskham Road, CM20 2LF

Harlowbury Chapel Sunday 12 September, 11am-5pm

View Harlows oldest building, located within the grounds of Harlowbury Manor, and learn about its past and loving restoration.

Im on the case for our courts

THIS week I have been putting forward my case to oppose the closure of the courts in Harlow. With a public sector debt of over 900 billion, the nation has to save money. We must live within our means, and our courts need to be better value for money. But Harlow keeps growing, so there is an increasing need for a Magistrates Court in the town. We also need to look at the total costs. There is no point closing the courts, if it then costs the police more money to travel to Chelmsford than we have saved. There would also be a much higher cost for running a larger Chelmsford Court. Not only would the work load in

ROBERT HALFON MP for Harlow

www.roberthalfon.com

Chelmsford be greater, but there would also be a higher rate of non attendance, causing police to spend less time on the streets but more time issuing warrants for non attendance. In Harlow, our courts are very busy and the loss of the Magistrates Court might pose a major problem for local police. So I am going to continue to ight for the Harlow Courts, and am hoping to put my case to the Justice Minister, Jonathan Djanogly MP,

in person next week. Also this week, Harlow Constituent Hannah Ellis is doing work experience with me in Parliament. As a follower of current affairs, Hannah wants to read philosophy, politics and economics at Oxford University and is hoping to gain as much experience as possible from her time here. Shes doing brilliantly, and came with me yesterday to a meeting with Secretary of State for Defence, Dr Liam Fox. If you need help with a local problem, or would like to follow my work in Parliament, please see www.roberthalfon.com or roberthalfon.blogspot.com or call 01279 311451.

An exhibition of local artists work also takes place. Refreshments available.

Off Old Road, Old Harlow, CM17 0HQ

The Gibberd Garden Saturday 18 September, 2pm-6pm

Enjoy the world renowned Gibberd Garden for free, with glades, pools and lawns providing a setting for some 80 sculptures, architectural features, and a childrens moated castle! Refreshments available.

Harlow Playhouse

Marsh Lane, Old Harlow, CM17 ONA

Harlow Masonic Lodge Sunday 19 September, 2pm-4pm

See behind the doors of Harlows Masonic Lodge, learn about the craft and regalia, and discover Freemasonrys social contribution. Refreshments available.
Church Road, CM17 9HD