Parenting stories are hugely prominent in the news of late. Whether it’s talk of the approach of Mothering Sunday (14th March), proposed changes in paternal working rights, or recent research into the long-term cost of childcare, the words on everyone’s… »
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Essex MEND Give Advice on Surviving the Easter Egg Binge
Local obesity experts have launched some top tips for families on surviving chocolate overload at Easter Time. A set of top tips to help overweight children and their families living in south east Essex to survive Easter has been launched today… »
Essex Ecademy Coffee Networking Group
Ecademy.com is an online business networking group. A bit like Facebook, but for professionals and other businesses to network and enhance their business exposure. Ecademy allows members to search by location and also to set up location specific communities. There is… »
NHS South East Essex Promotes Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
March is Prostate Cancer awareness month. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men. It is responsible for 25% of newly diagnosed cases of cancer in England and Wales. The chances of developing... »
SE Essex Organic Gardeners Present Dig for Victory
On Monday 15 March SE Essex Organic Gardeners present Dig for Victory with William Tyler. It was all hands to the spade and fork as Britain faced a war on the Home Front in... »
SE Essex Organic Gardeners are Trying to Build a New Generation of Gardeners!
Their next organic gardening seminar is on Saturday 20 March at 9.30am in Rettendon’s Memorial Hall, Main Road, Rettendon, Chelmsford, CM3 8DP and presented by Robert Wiseman. Want to know more? Robert will concentrate on... »
Kids Easter Workshop – Cosmetic Making & Chocolate Making
Pretty Pollies are running a Kids Easter Workshop, the theme being Cosmetic Making & Chocolate Making. Wednesday 14th April (10am-11:30am) £10 per person The event will teach kids how to create a personalised funky soap & a... »
No Smoking Day Event – 10th March 2010 – The Paddocks, Canvey Island
About 21% of Brits aged over 16 are smokers. And of those aged between 20 and 24, more than 30% smoke*. Although thousands of people in Essex have gone smokefree, there are... »
Essex Mum’s Become Certified Breastfeeding Support Volunteers
Ten women in south east Essex will be celebrating on 10 March as they receive official certificates enabling them to become breastfeeding support volunteers. All of the new recruits have spent 14 weeks completing... »
1940’s Big Band Dance in Colchester – Saturday 17th April 2010
On Saturday 17th April there is a 1940’s style big band dance night at the Colchester Institute. 1940’s dress is encouraged with prized for the best turned out on the night. The night raises money... »
Move To The Rhythm of a Healthier Beat
As part of the Change4life programme in Southend, a number of dance sessions are available for FREE to local residents during the weekend of the 6 and 7 March 2010. Change4Life is a nationwide movement... »
Canvey Scaffolder wins to become British Kickboxing Champion
Nick Lumb from 5 Elements Martial Arts in Basildon, Essex won a unanimous decision to take the men’s 81kg Title and become the WAKO Amateur British Kickboxing champion Sunday 21st February 2010. Nick who won... »
Essex Mother of two Children wins to become British Kickboxing Champion
More good news for 5 Elements Martial Arts in Basildon, as Helen Robinson-Carey won a unanimous decision to take the ladies 56kg Title and become the WAKO Amateur British Kickboxing champion Sunday 21st February... »
Lambourne End Outdoor Centre Open Day – Sunday 21st March 2010
The Lambourne End Outdoor Centre is having an open day with free entry. This will be a fantastic day for all the family to meet the baby animals, have a ride on the pony... »
The Essex Vintage Fashion Fair – Dates for 2010
The largest Vintage Fashion Fair covering East London, Essex and East Anglia, set just off the M25, Junction 28. Featuring over 60 of the most inspired and savvy dealers from around the country, with... »
Spring Bird Walk at The Wick Country Park – 18th April 2010
Come and join the Ranger and Friends of the Wick Country Park in a spring stroll and try to spot and identify birds in a wide variety of habitats. On Sunday 18th April 2010 starting... »
The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe at The Cramphorn Theatre
As four unsuspecting evacuee children find a land of snow at the back of a wardrobe, they are soon fighting Evil, on the first of many adventures in the land of Narnia. Good must... »
Pretty Pollies Make Your Own Beauty Products at Hylands House
A fantastic workshop for all budding beauty enthusiasts, suitable for ages 10-14 years. Learn how to make your own pamper products, from lip balm to bubble bath and take home four items you have personally... »
