Monday 23 December 2013

RSPB

After their numbers dropped by 85 per cent since 1995, turtle doves could disappear altogether from our countryside. Find out how people are fighting to save them, and how you can join in. We also have news of the devastation caused by the recent east coast storm, ideas for festive days out, a competition to enter and lots more.

Merry Christmas, and thank you for all your support this year.
Are turtle doves on their way to extinction in the UK?
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With beautiful plumage and a gentle purring call, turtle doves have long been a symbol of enduring love, from Chaucer to Shakespeare.

But for how much longer will there be turtle doves in our countryside? Numbers have crashed by 85 per cent since 1995, and sightings were at an all-time low this summer.

A wide range of dedicated people are rallying to the doves' aid, doing everything from changing the way they manage their farms to taking a 300-mile sponsored walk, creating artwork and making delicious chocolates!
> How you can help save the turtle dove
Get ready for Big Garden Birdwatch
It's coming soon... Big Garden Birdwatch, the world's biggest wildlife survey, is not far away. Mark 25-26 January in your diary - it takes just an hour of your time to join in and count the wildlife that's counting on you.

Until then, why not stock up on goodies for the wildlife in your garden? The more you help nature, the more you'll see. All profits go towards our conservation work.
> Shop online and help save nature
Family taking part in Big Garden Birdwatch=

RBKC


Dear Tenant/Residents’ Association,

Please see information below regarding the Mayor’s Carol Service, the Mayor’s Awards and the Greener Living Guide.

Carols for Trinity Hospice
On Monday 16th December the Mayor will be holding a Carol Service at St. Mary Abbots Church in Kensington to raise funds for Trinity Hospice.  Taking part will be Dame Diana Rigg and BBC news reader Huw Edwards.  The evening begins at 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are £20 each and there will be wine and mince pies at The Town Hall afterwards.   If you would like to buy tickets please call the Mayor’s Office on 0207 361 3659 or email mayor@rbkc.gov.uk   Alternatively, you can download a form from www.rbkc.gov.uk/mayor Tickets can be purchased on the night at the door, but cash or cheques only, please make (cheques payable to Trinity Hospice).  All proceeds go to Trinity Hospice.

The Mayor’s Awards
Do you know someone who makes an outstanding contribution to the life of the Royal Borough or has added significantly to the quality of life of those they help?
Perhaps they’ve made their mark working with a voluntary organisation or through some other community activity, paid or unpaid.
If this sounds like someone you know, then now is the time to put them forward for a Mayor’s Award.
Nomination forms can be downloaded from www.rbkc.gov.uk/mayor or you can ask for a form to be posted to you by calling the Mayor’s Office on 0207 361 3659 or emailing mayor@rbkc.gov.uk
All nominations for awards in 2013-2014 must be submitted at latest by 20 January 2014.

Greener Living Guide is launched
The Greener Living Guide has now been released atwww.rbkc.gov.uk/greenerliving. You can also pick up a paper copy from any borough library, or by special request, from Monday 16 December (see below for more details). Packed full of tips and advice specifically tailored to Kensington and Chelsea residents, this guide will provide you with no-cost and low-cost measures to:
◦Save energy and water, and reduce your bills
◦Learn about energy efficiency and renewable energy options for your home
◦Choose environmentally sound materials
◦Reduce your household waste
◦Could improve your health, as unhealthy activities are often carbon intensive
◦Improve your garden and enhance biodiversity, plus much, much more.
If you’d like to get your hands on a FREE paper copy of the guide then just drop into any borough library and ask. The Climate Change Programme are really keen to send out paper copies to associations, so if you would like to request a batch to pass to other members of your association or to hand out at your next committee meeting, email environment@rbkc.gov.uk or call 020 7361 3001.

Merry Christmas

The CATS  would like to take this opportunity to wish all residents, councillors   and other residents associations in RBKC a very Merry Christmas. Warm Seasons greeting to all Affinty Sutton staff both on and offsite.

Wednesday 18 December 2013

Cats Christmas Cards

A big thank you to Chris Steadman of Maylands House, who painted a lovely Christmas Scene of Chelsea Green, and The Sutton Estate overlooking Cale and Elystan Street. The reaction to the painting and the card from Stephen Evans of Renaissance Films was ,' it was beautiful and it reminded him of  'Lowry '. Thank you Chris for your invaluable contribution.

Sunday 15 December 2013

Saatchi Galley

Our art workshops next year will begin on Sunday February the 9th in  the afternoon in The education room at The Saatchi Gallery. We have a new , but experienced Artist, Lilia Pegado, who will be leading the groups. The classes are free. There are 12 places for the adult group and 12 for the under 16s.

Saturday 14 December 2013

Christmas Cards

A big thank you to The First Minister for Scotland - Alex Salmond and his  wife Moira, also to The Rt Hon Douglas Wilson and Mrs Elaine Brand, The Lord and Lady Provost of Edinburgh, for their Christmas Best Wishes, to all on the Sutton Estate.

Monday 2 December 2013

Redevelopment Meeting Tuesday 3rd December 7 til 9 pm

Councillor Emma Dent Coad will be our guest speaker Tommorrow evening in J and K Lounge starting at 7pm. This is for all residents and Tenants on the Sutton Estate - Chelsea. This is your opportunity to let the committee  know what you feel about the redevelopment. Affinty Sutton have informed the Committee they will be applying for planning next year. Look forward to seeing you all there - tea and Coffee will be provided.