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Singers wanted for choirs!

SEEKING TENORS & BASSES!The West London based ADDISON CHAMBER CHOIR and the ADDISON JAZZ ENSEMBLE are each looking for a couple of extra Tenors and Basses for the 2015 season. Some sight reading skills are helpful and an informal audition is required.The CHAMBER CHOIR have a large repertoire but have become particularly known for their high quality performance of music by a wide range of contemporary composers, many of whom have written pieces especially for the choir. Concerts include our own and others e.g. the Brandenburg Festival and the London Festival of Contemporary Church Music, and a performance at Kings Place later this year.  The Music Director is David Wordsworth.The JAZZ ENSEMBLE sing jazz standards, occasionally pop, and pieces written especially for the Ensemble by the talented Jill Jarman.  We perform in the Addison Jazz concerts and in the Brandenburg Festival.Bursary - a bursary to attract and retain young singers who demonstrate talent and wish to join may be available on application.  The bursary covers all fees and music for one year and is conditional on committing to singing at all performances during the year.Rehearsals are held at the Polish Centre in Hammersmith, London W6 0RF. Chamber Choir on Wednesday evenings 6.30pm-7.45pm, Jazz Ensemble on Monday evenings 6,30pm-8pm.  We’re a very sociable choir and there are plenty of opportunities for meeting like minded friends! There are also two Addison unauditioned larger choirs for people of all abilities: the Oratorio Choir and the Jazz Choir, should these be of interest.To arrange an informal audition or for more information, contact Julie Davies our Membership Coordinator on 07531 447960, or email us at info@addison-singers.org.uk , or see our website http://www.addison-singers.org.uk/

Morna Wheatley ● 4308d0 Comments ● 4308d

Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dark Brown Brindle from the W12 area is missing

From DogLost website.....http://www.doglost.co.uk/dog-blog.php?dogId=80795#.VKcdcaFFDIUmissing from Ashchurch Court, Ashchurch Grove, Shepherds Bush West London(just off the Askew Road), W12 9BS, SQUIDDY ALSO RESPONDS TO BEEGEE Female Staffordshire Bull Terrier (Spayed) Long linear scar on undercarriage from spaying operation. Odd number of nipples - 9 nipples rather than 8 - 9th nipple unusually small compared to the rest. Small scars to heels of both rear legs. Slight scar to front left paw from canuala used in operation.  Not microchipped

Carol Burge ● 4314d0 Comments ● 4314d

Missing Cat

Our cat Gizmo has been missing for 9 days. He is black and white and he usually wears a bell, however his collar could have slipped off. He has been chipped and he lives in area W12 0jq. He is extremely shy. Please check outdoor sheds or maybe under beds. Thanks.Rosina

rosina permaul ● 4320d1 Comments ● 4316d

Handy man to fit washing machine

Does anyone have a number for a local handy man who I can call to fit my new washing machine? Thank you.

Maria Pires ● 4317d0 Comments ● 4317d

Chelsea Academy Sixth Form Open Evening

We would be delighted to meet you at our Sixth Form Open Evening on Thursday 8th January from 6pm.To find out more about our Outstanding Academy please visit http://chelsea-academy.org/sixth_form.

Holly Power ● 4324d0 Comments ● 4324d

Former Council Leader Wants to Be Mayor

The thought of Stephen Greenhalgh as Mayor of London is laughable.... and chilling! His "Team Greenhalgh" sign-up web page shows three continuing Tory councillors, including the Deputy Leader of the Opposition, Lucy Ivimy, but why? I thought that they "kicked him upstairs" to be Deputy Mayor for Policing, in order to avoid further embarrassment in Hammersmith and Fulham. This is Stephen Greenhalgh the "bottom pincher", the developer's bosom friend, the demolisher of council estates, the scourge of the urban poor (author of the callous "Principles for Social Housing Reform" Localis pamphlet 2009 (http://www.localis.org.uk/images/localis%20principles%20for%20social%20housing%20reform%20web.pdf) and "Ways out of London" video 2008 - no longer on You Tube!), this supporter of water cannons for the Metropolitan Police, etc...? The list shows that his every instinct is to oppress the weak and control dissent.But Greenhalgh's policies are now discredited. At the Council election in May 2014 the electorate rejected the "Conservatives" (more accurately American-style "neo-liberals") because they had by then hung themselves by the rope of their own policies. If moderate conservatives want to regain some credibility it is time that the "old guard" of the extreme right in Hammersmith was, quite simply, disbanded. Greg Hands MP, and councillors Charlie Dewhirst and Greg Smith would also do well to distance themselves from Greenhalgh.

Una Hodgkins ● 4325d0 Comments ● 4325d

Street Art Project Enquiry

Hi Shepherds Bush.I'm writing to you as I'm an art student currently studying for my foundation diploma at the University of the Arts London and would like to enquire about wall space in the borough that may be available to artists.I am currently working towards my final project in March 2015 and will be undertaking a street art project to engage with the local community through public art. My aims and intentions with the project are to create a sense of empathy and understanding by exploring crisis in early adulthood. With my project well underway I am eagerly searching for wall space in the local community in order to enable my work to engage with the public. From my research I have found that a number of similar projects have been successful in bringing together local communities in other boroughs and would appreciate the opportunity to enable my artwork to do the same. The projects have also been successful in bringing new people to the local area, which has seen a increase in business and trade. Would it be possible to advise if anyone would be open to such a venture or would know anyone that might be open to the possibility of some delightful artwork gracing their property or business?Please do get in touch if this is a possibility. Yours Faithfully Daniel Raymond – Project Confusion

Daniel Raymond ● 4327d0 Comments ● 4327d

Christmas at Starch Green and Askew Road

What a great festive evening it was last night for those who came to see Father Christmas switch on the tree lights on Starch Green (where Askew Road meets Goldhawk Road).   He brought his elves, three lovely reindeer, there was wreath making for Mums and Dads, roasting chestnuts, free mince pies and carol singing.  A truly wonderful evening.  Well done to Hammersmith Community Gardens and Askew Business Network for organising such an enjoyable evening.

Caroline MacMillan ● 4331d0 Comments ● 4331d

Christmas spirit

Has anyone noticed how bereft of Christmas decorations Shepherd's Bush is this year? Not that the area ever receives that much attention from the council (Hammersmith is usually well catered for), but no sight of even the tiny trees that are planted on lampposts each year, with their lights. And, why no Christmas market, either? It's all very well Westfield dragging out their lights (even they've cutting back from previous years' extravaganzas), but you have to go to Westfield to see them. Where's the Christmas Spirit from H&F council gone?

Terry Abrahams ● 4337d1 Comments ● 4334d

Eric Garner Die In at Westfield

I walked past the Eric Garner protest in Westfield before things kicked off and was quite heartened by it. The people there seemed mainly to be students and although they were achingly trendy and a bit smug in some cases I'm very much in favour of young people protesting about things even though I'd accept the argument that many are making that Eric Garner's death is not the most relevant issue to us here in the UK. It has to be admitted that video of a predominantly middle class crowd making the lives of a predominantly black line of security guards throws up more contradictions than you can shake a stick at.It was surprising therefore to see the trouble that happened later on. My guess is that youths who were unconnected with the original protests saw it as a chance to get unrestricted access to the shops in Westfield. Even so, I protested about things when I was younger which on reflection had little logic or concern for the disruption I was causing. Nevertheless, I remain glad I did it.

Andy Jones ● 4336d0 Comments ● 4336d

Selling 2 tickets to The Who concert

Anybody wants the Who tickets for the 18th December? Will sell at face value £86 each. Selling with bleeding heart. Would have loved to go, but won't be in London this day.

Natasha Griffiths ● 4340d0 Comments ● 4340d

Hadnyman/ Decorator

I'm looking for a handyman for my office in Shepherds Bush.  I have many small jobs and looking for someone to help get these done on an ongoing basisThanksDarren

Darren Cock ● 4353d1 Comments ● 4341d

4 Christmas

You are warmly invited to an open studio from 28 -30 November  in Emlyn Road, .   Fri 6-9pm, Sat/Sun 11am-6pm.  Please respond if you would like more details.Joanna Brendon:   Paintings and DrawingsBobbie Kociejowski:    Handwoven textilesAnnette O'Sullivan:   Sculptural  JewelleryDaniel Smith:   Porcelain tablewareadmission free.  http://www.joannabrendon.com

Joanna Brendon ● 4353d0 Comments ● 4353d

Rugby Parking

Are you a reg to the Twickenham Rugby Ground for the matches and need to park?The United Resident Association and the Bridgelink Center are renting out our Car Park on match days.The car park has only 10 parking spaces so first come, its situated on Summerwood Rd, Isleworth Tw7.Cars £15 to park.Please contact me on 07561149063...

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MOBILE PHONE MAST  15M  HIGH AT SAWLEY ROAD PARK ENTRANCE W12 IN OLD OAK AND WORMHOLT CONSERV AREA

A PLANNING APPLICATION HAS BEEN SUBMITTED BY VODAFONE TO ERRECT A MOBILE PHONE MAST  15 M  HIGH FOR 6 ANTENNAS IN W12 (PARK ENTRANCE SAWLEY ROAD IN OLD OAK AND WORMHOLT CONSERVATION AREA)YOU COULD STOP IT BY OBJECTING ON THE h&f PLANNING WEBSITE  REF. 2014/05302/FULGo to www.lbhf.gov.uk planning>planning application search>planning search>type in Sawley Road or Ref. 2014/05302/FUL>Make public comment>Grounds of objections should refer to •The detrimental visulal impact on the old oak and wormholt conservation area •Harm to the character of the old oak and wormholt conservation area•impact on residents (esp. children) health and wellbeing according to the stewart report•impact on local property values

Stefan Gehren ● 4356d0 Comments ● 4356d

Brackenbury Petcare

Looking for recommendations for vets in Shepherds Bush/Hammersmith and just wondering if anybody has used the above?

Carol Burge ● 4364d0 Comments ● 4364d

Levli's Bakery - W12 - Very sad to see such surly service

I just wanted to voice my concern about Laveli's on Askew road  - Great to see such a local success but do they have to employ brusque & surly staff.  I have always thought local business for local people and communities and champion this ideology, supporting local shopping every day. I bought 3 croissants and a loaf for £11.40. More fool you, my family said when I got home.The young lady who served me was so patronising it left me astounded. I never complain but decided to go back into the shop and speak to the manager who said he didn't need my custom and so I left pretty red faced and embarrassed I have to say - its a bread shop - but what a shame!  So that is the last time my family will venture out to support Laveli's and their overpriced cakes and bread. My husband is delighted. I imagine they really don't need my custom, but it is a shame to see such ridiculous behaviour and management on our local high street.

Melanie Evans ● 4404d1 Comments ● 4366d

ENERGY THERAPY TOMORROW

Energy Therapists will be at the London Buddhist Vihara, The Avenue, W4 1UD on Monday, 10th November, between 11am and 1pm (last session 12.45).  The session takes about 15-20 minutes and I am sure that you will feel really good at the end of that time, with lots of vital energy to enable you to enjoy the rest of your day, at least.A number of therapists come in each month and give their services free.  The Vihara kindly allow us to use the hall at no charge so a donation is most welcome  -  all donations are given to the Vihara.These sessions are not related to any religion, everyone is welcome.If you want more information, give me a call: 0203 719 4668

Pat Smith ● 4368d0 Comments ● 4368d

Over 35 five a side players

Hello all. We could do with another regular player in our 5 a side squad. We play at Chiswick School on Wednesday nights. Its a pretty competitive league and we are in our first season but are doing alright so far.Any once fancy it?

James Robinson ● 4378d0 Comments ● 4378d

Help save 30-52 Goldhawk Road from demolition

It has come to my attention that Hammersmith and Fulham want to make "improvements" to Shepherds Bush market.   While some of the suggestions may be welcome the Planning Brief proposes the demolition of 30-52 Goldhawk Road.  (A full copy of the draft planning and regeneration brief can be viewed on the Local Plan pages of the council’s website) At the moment this row of shops does not look much. (This is in part due to the fact that late last century Hammersmith and Fulham enforced the removal of cornicing on "health and safety grounds".)  But the reality is this terrace was built in the early to mid nineteenth century and they are good examples of Victorian shops.    The fact that they have fallen on hard times is no reason to have them demolished.  Rather this should be seen as an opportunity to have them restored to their former charm. The Planning Brief suggests relocating the businesses to within the redeveloped market.  But this terrace of shops brings atmosphere and community to the Goldhawk Road.  Not one of these shops is part of a chain - many are family firms - and the Pie and Mash shop has been in that location since 1899.    It would not be the same to simply relocate them.   There is a real danger that we will be turning a vibrant and interesting (if somewhat rundown) part of Shepherds Bush into something bland and average.  The Planning Brief goes on to describe 30-53 Goldhawk Road as being of a 'scale that is no longer appropriate for this part of the Goldhawk Road townscape'.  But the height of this terrace is very much part of their charm.     We have lost much good architecture in the area, such as Shepherds Bush station,  in recent years. Lets stop the destruction of yet more good buildings.  Please register your objections by email at  SBMarket@lbhf.gov.uk or call Jackie Simkins in the council’s planning department on 020 8753 3460.  The deadline for the council to receive responses is 5pm on Monday, October 11.

Mr Coll McDonnell ● 5879d44 Comments ● 4379d