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From rhyme time to slime time, here’s what’s happening in your neighbourhood this week…
LOCAL & COMMUNITY NEWS DIGEST
Have Your Say at the Lambeth Civic Awards
The Lambeth Civic Awards celebrates local heroes who make our community thrive. From volunteers to youth leaders and neighbours who go above and beyond - cast your vote and help to celebrate those who make Lambeth special. Find out more…
Wandsworth Council Christmas Tree Recycling
Wandsworth Council is offering Christmas tree recycling - a green way to dispose of your tree responsibly. Just place your undecorated tree by the edge of your property on your recycling day, or use one of the drop-off points across the borough. Find out more…
Stay Up-To-Date with Met Engage, Clapham
Met Engage helps you connect with your local officers, shape how policing works in your area, and access important information and advice. It also gives you a direct way to share your concerns and speak up about the issues that matter most to you. Find out more…
TODAY’S PARTNER
Fox & Cubs is a premium nanny and home-staff agency, to help parents find balance, peace of mind and exceptional support at home. With core values of trust, care, and family-centered support, Fox & Cubs partner with families in their home-staff search (multilingual nannies, maternity nurses, housekeepers, governess, household managers, etc.) to make the whole process smooth and stress-free.
With over 15 years’ experience in London and over 2,000 families supported, you can be sure that you’re in safe hands. Contact Fox & Cubs to support your nanny search.
FOOD & DRINK
January doesn’t have to mean staying in. Until 27 February, East Hill is serving up a great-value winter set menu. Enjoy 2 courses for £19, or 3 courses for £23. Our fave is the braised lamb shoulder curry - and don’t forget the sticky toffee pudding! Find out more…
The Pig’s Head - Clapham’s First Carbon-Neutral Pub
Love great food? Passionate about sustainability? The Pig’s Head has you covered. This independent farm-to-fork pub works with regenerative farms to serve the freshest, most sustainable produce on their daily changing menu. Find out more…
Bottomless Prawns and Spicy Margs, Tooting
If your tastebuds are in need of a wake-up this new year, Sea Garden and Grill in Tooting have just the thing. Fridays to Sundays, 12-5pm, they are offering bottomless prawns and spicy pineapple margaritas for £38.50 - that’s 90 minutes of pure deliciousness. Find out more…
Earn Free Meals as a Mystery Diner with Three Cheers Pub Co
Three Cheers Pub Co own some of SW London’s favourite gastropubs. They’re currently looking for mystery diners who want to share their hottest foodie takes in exchange for free meals. Simply fill in their online form - diners will be chosen at random each month. Find out more…
FAMILY FUN
Ballet Buds, Kingston
Got a twirly toddler who loves to show off their moves? Danceforce School of Dancing presents Ballet Buds - brand-new classes for ages 18 months to three years. Start your little one’s movement journey with two trial classes for just £20. Find out more…
Bertie and Boo Adventure Island, Balham
Discover Bertie & Boo - London’s boutique kids’ café and play destination where little ones can explore, imagine and make friends in a safe, colourful space. Bring the kids, relax with fellow parents, and enjoy a place built for playful moments and happy memories. Find out more…
Baby Rhyme Time at Battersea Library
Bring on the joy with Baby Rhyme Time - a fun, music-filled session of songs, rhymes and movement for babies and toddlers. Perfect for making new friends and developing early speech and listening skills. Mondays and Tuesdays 11-11:30am. Find out more…
Gootopia Slime Workshops and Parties
Give your little ones the slime of their life with a Gootopia slime workshop or party. With sites in Wandsworth and Brixton, kids can dive into a hands-on slime-making adventure! Every child leaves with two pots of slime to take home, so the fun can continue after the day. Find out more…
ENTERTAINMENT
Armpit Comedy at Clapham North Pub
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughter with some of the best comedians in town! Armpit Comedy showcases some of the funniest up-and-coming acts, alongside semi-pro and pro headliners, every fortnight. Next show Wednesday 14 January. Tickets £5.50. Find out more…
Live Your Bake-Off Fantasies at the Big London Bake South, Tooting
Glued to every episode of The Great British Bake Off? Ever dreamed of baking in the tent? The Big London Bake South at the Castle, Tooting is here to bring your fantasy to life. Grab a partner and enjoy 90 minutes of baking fun - no experience necessary! Find out more…
Labyrinth Movie Night and Bowie Disco, Clapham Grand
“You remind me of the babe. (What babe?) Babe with the power!” If you want to relive your best goblin life, get yourself to Clapham Grand on Friday 9 Jan for a movie night and Bowie disco. Expect a fancy dress costume parade, Star Man makeovers, and themed cocktails Find out more…
Pub Quiz at the Wheatsheaf, Tooting Bec
Ready to give your brain a workout? The Wheatsheaf in Tooting hosts a friendly, laid-back pub quiz every Sunday at 8am. It’s the perfect way to round off the week - grab a team, book a table and put your trivia knowledge to the test. Find out more…
THAT’S A WRAP
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