Battle of the Somme, Film Showing including original footage – 11 July, 14 September, 10 November

This year, Imperial War Museums (IWM) and Havering Council are working together to show the UNESCO listed film The Battle of the Somme, to audiences across the world.

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Havering Council will be showing the film in Romford, Hornchurch and Upminster Libraries on:

•  Monday 11 July 2016, 1pm
Romford Library, Large meeting room
•  Wednesday 14 September 2016, 6pm
Hornchurch Library
•  Thursday 10 November 2016, 3pm
Upminster Library

Shot and screened in 1916, the film was the first feature length documentary about war and changed the way both cinema and film was perceived by the public. In the year of its release around 20 million people, almost half the population of Britain at the time, watched The Battle of the Somme+ many hoping to see the image of a loved-one, or friend captured on film.

One hundred years later, this unique film from IWM’s collection, is being shown to commemorate the anniversary of the Battle of the Somme*.

To reserve a seat at one of the film showings please contact Alex Stone via alex.stone@onesource.co.uk or 01708 432031. Booking is not essential however unreserved seating will be allocated on a first come first served basis.

*(For more information about the First World War Centenary Partnership’s plans to commemorate the Battle of the Somme visit www.1914.org).

+ Music composed by Laura Rossi
Performed by the Philharmonia Orchestra

Mesothelioma UK has joined forces with Pinney Talfourd to launch an Essex Patient Support Group on Wednesday 13 July in Brentwood

Mesothelioma UK has joined forces with Pinney Talfourd to launch an Essex Patient Support Group on Wednesday 13 July in Brentwood. All sufferers as well as those affected by the disease such as family or professionals are invited to join this free group.

Mesothelioma is a cancer caused by exposure to asbestos. Knowledge of the medical effects of asbestos has accumulated slowly since the turn of the century and it is now universally agreed that the exposure of men and women to asbestos fibres can lead to three diseases such as Asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma of the pleura or peritoneum.

Mesothelioma UK is a national resource centre dedicated to providing free specialist information, support & improved care and treatment. Their work in the South East region is expanding and they will be launching an Essex Patient Support Group on Wednesday 13 July.

Stephen Green is a Partner at Pinney Talfourd specialising in personal injury. Stephen is a member of the Law Society Personal Injury Panel and a member of Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL). He is also an APIL Accredited Senior Litigator. He has worked with Mesothelioma UK to provide legal advice to many sufferers and their families and was delighted to be able to help the charity launch this regional group.

Essex has been identified as having one of the highest rates of the asbestos related disease in the country. The area benefits from some of the country’s few specialists in our hospitals, yet there is currently little offered in the way of other support. This group aims to provide advice and emotional support as well as practical information to sufferers, family members and also those working with sufferers. This group is free to join and support groups are free to attend. The event will include a light lunch provided by Pinney Talfourd. Please advise at the time of booking on any dietary requirements.

Date:       Wednesday 13 July Time:       11am – 3pm Venue:     Pinney Talfourd, New North House, 78 Ongar Road, Brentwood, Essex CM15 9BB For more information and to book your free place please contact Charlotte Butler on 01708 229444.

Pinney Talfourd invites you to a Free Wills Advice Event – June 10/11

Pinney Talfourd invites you to join one of our free Wills and LPA events in June to get your personal affairs in order.  

Over half of the population in the United Kingdom do not have a Will and this unfortunately can lead to difficulties upon death. Your assets may not pass to whom you want to inherit, leaving your loved ones in financial difficulties. It also can be time consuming and expensive to resolve. In order to ensure your affairs are in order you should prepare a Will. 

According to research over 850,000 people in the United Kingdom have Dementia with this figure estimated to rise to 1 million in 2025. Dementia can lead to your loved one being unable to make their own decisions regarding their financial affairs. By setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney now you are able to nominate a person (your Attorney) to make decisions on your behalf in the future if you become unable to. This enables your Attorney to ensure that your affairs are looked after and minimises an already stressful period for your family. 

Join one of our free events to hear a short presentation about the different types of Will and LPA, and get some free tailored advice from one of our solicitors over a coffee afterwards.  

Choice of two dates:       Friday 10th June or Saturday 11th June

Time (each event):          11am – 12.30pm

Venue (each event):        Pinney Talfourd LLP Solicitors, 54 Station Road, Upminster, Essex, RM14 2TU 

For more information and to book your free place please contact Charlotte Butler on 01708 229444 or email marketing@pinneytalfourd.co.uk

Bedfords Park Walled Garden ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL – Sunday 12 June

ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL
Charity fundraising festival for Bedfords Park Walled Garden

Sunday 12th June, 2016 Bedfords Park Walled Garden is excited to invite everyone in the
Romford area to its annual Summer Festival at the garden from 12:00 – 21:00. This is a free
entry community event with activities for adults and children alike all in support of the
Bedfords Park Walled Garden charity.

The garden’s doors will be open for everyone to meet different natural healers, yoga &
meditation instructors and acupuncture specialists. The Summer Festival will also have
games, crafts and face painting for children.

Attendees can expect the outdoor pizza oven to be fired up for fresh made pizzas featuring
organic vegetables from the garden. A Real Ale bar providing refreshments and coffee, tea
and cake – all for a nominal fee.

This is a fundraising event for the walled garden charity – donations are appreciated. You can
find out more about the walled garden and the Summer Festival online at
http://bedfordswalledgarden.org

BIG THE MUSICAL at the BROOKSIDE THEATRE – Tuesday 31st May to Saturday 4th June

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This half term, the Brookside Theatre proudly presents Big The Musical

Big, the heart-warming and hilarious Broadway musical based on the classic 1988 movie starring Tom Hanks, tells the story of Josh Baskin, a twelve year old boy who hates being little, until one night at the carnival the mysterious Zoltar machine grants his wish to be big. Trapped in an adult’s body and alone in New York, he innocently tries to find his way around a grown-up world where it’s all work and no play.

But whilst everyone around him tries to act their age, Josh just can’t help being himself. Maybe he can teach the real adults a thing or two…

Big is a joyous musical spectacular that will enchant audiences of all ages as it brilliantly brings to life the magic of one of the best-loved movies of all time. With a cast of 24 talented performers including a troupe of amazing young performers taking on the roles of Young Josh Baskin, Billy and friends; this show promises to be one you will remember for a long time to come.

Theatre manager and founder, Jai Sepple, who plays Josh Baskin, explains “This is a fantastic musical for anyone who has ever been a 13 year old. Whether you remember the movie or not, this is a high-energy, hilarious but touching musical not to be missed. A true feel good night out!”

This charming, family comedy features songs by David Shire and Richard Maltby with a book by John Wiedman. The show is directed and produced by the award-winning team behind other critically-acclaimed Brookside productions including Avenue Q, The Addams Family and The Woman In Black.

Big The Musical runs from Tuesday 31st May to Saturday 4th June and tickets are available online at www.brooksidetheatre.com or by calling the Brookside Theatre box office on 01708 755775