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Went there a couple of weeks ago and had their set lunch menu - very good value and generous portions. Sea bream was delicious .

Some years ago, one of our dogs ate something dropped by rubbish bins outside a local café and haemorrhaged. Rushed to emergency vet in Streatham, who suggested that someone, worried about rats getting into rubbish bins may have put down poison. Our dog died the next day. Consequently, any dog we had afterwards wore a muzzle to stop them picking up food.

Ii have still got a couple of those plates - purchased in the then Jones and Higgins in the early 70s. Whereabouts is Janda?

Need to get rid of loads of videos - any suggestions?

Pedestrian crossing installations. Residents have been asking for this for last 20 years or so. previously refused by TFL.

A couple of years ago or so, St. Christopher's lease ran out. they were put in a position to (a) find an alternative premise in a good position or (b) accept the new lease at greatly inflated price. I believe that price quoted was £50.000 pa. ED is one of the more profitable shops due mainly to the demographic make up of the area. There is a paid manager (might even be 2). Rest are volunteers who cover the 7 days that the shop is open. I am informed that the St. Christopher's shop in Lewisham High Street is much cheaper as is Penge. The majority of the Hospice's funding comes from these charity shops/fund raising events etc. Even more so now that the government has put additional NI contributions onto all health providers. A relative of ours works in a hospice shop in Dartford having recently been appointed manager. When she first started she noticed that volunteers were regularly been asked by customers to reduce costs of items. One had asked that a £3. item be reduced to 50p ! There are 'dealers' that go around charity shops trying to get items at a reduced rate and then selling them at inflated prices at car boot sales.

BARA AGM Notice 2025 [1].doc East Dulwich Community Centre Darrell Road. 4.15 - 5 pm Meet the musicians - an event for children. Followed by the Fabulous Honeys swing band. See poster below.

Recommendation needed for a reliable person to realign 2 sections of guttering with down pipes. Guttering is in good condition so do not need new. Guttering is on roof at rear of house. Have noticed that heavy traffic vibrations seem to shake the house resulting in some movement in down pipes.

I am in the process of looking for an ink tank printer - following up several recommendations by WHICH. As I am not very tech savvy- will need to pay someone to install it (when purchased) at my home. (Desk top computer). Any recommendations please.

Depending on what type of food - hot/cold, buffet/sit down I would suggest at least £20 plus a head probably more. You could probably get a better idea by googling a few caterers.

If you are in their catchment area, try The Gardens who are very well thought of in the area

A Canadian friend reports that many USA citizens are travelling to Canada to get their medical prescriptions as medication in Canada is vastly cheaper than USA. Perhaps if the Canadian government puts a surcharge/tariff on these type of transactions, the ordinary folk may realise that their vote for Trump is costing them money.

Went to Poundland yesterday, purchased several items, Special offer of toothpaste £1 for 100ml. Assistant very friendly and helpful - an elderly lady with a trolley and on crutches was told to take her time putting shopping away as the assistant opened up another till for customers in the queue. I was also asked if I needed any help (I have a walking stick). There was around 12/15 people shopping whilst I was there. I could have purchased more items but was conscious that with the bus stops by the Library closed, I would not be able to carry more weight.

Reminder that the Dulwich Hill SNT meeting will be held today at 17.30 (5.30 pm) at Christ Church Barry Road.