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On 28th July The Grandparents' Association took a stall at Mill Green Museum, Welwyn Garden City. With a good turn out, great fun was had by all. Here's Judith Howell, Development Officer for our support groups accompanied by teddies and leaflets!
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A WISH COME TRUE FOR KIMBERLEY
www.starlight.org.uk Registered charity number 296058
Kimberley (10) was first diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2009. She has endured major surgery and intensive chemotherapy, spending many months away from school and in hospital.
Kimberley's mum said: "Kimberley is such a happy girl who has had part of her childhood snatched away. When we heard that Starlight that could help us grant Kimberley's greatest wish - to be a mounted police woman - we got in touch straight away."
Starlight arranged for Kimberly and her family to travel to London, with Kimberley unaware it was to have her dream fulfilled. First stop was a unique meeting with the Metropolitan Police Commissioner at the famous Scotland Yard. Kimberley's jaw dropped when she realised her wish was coming true!
At a special ceremony, the commissioner presented Kimberley with her very own uniform, made for her trip to the mounted police headquarters at Imber Court.
"I have never been so surprised and happy! The commissioner was so lovely and I can't believe how much planning has been going on with my mum and dad, the police and Starlight! I love my uniform and can't wait to wear it when we go to visit the horses tomorrow," she exclaimed.
Kimberley spent the next day at Imber Court, riding and working with the horses of the mounted police. She also met some of the police dogs and puppies before finally being awarded her very own horseshoe as a souvenir of her magical day!
For one last treat, Starlight arranged for animal-loving Kimberley to feed a giraffe at London Zoo before the family headed home, with precious memories and photos of a wish come true.
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CHARITIES WE SUPPORT
20% of our GROSS INCOME will be allocated to our nominated Charities. These are The Grandparents' Association, Dogs For the Disabled, Starlight Children's Foundation and The Donkey Sanctuary. Purchases through this website will directly benefit these charities.
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View St James's Place Monday Market Bulletin and Market Update.
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SOME OFFERS AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE THIS MONTH....
A wonderful day out for the whole family. Before the children return to school have a look at the numerous special offers available from virtually all the theme parks throughout the UK. Select the nearest to you and check the discounts currently on offer.
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Disneyland Paris
Opening 17th August 2010 Toy Story Playland is aimed at bringing even more excitement and experience for Disneyland Paris to enjoy. Featuring 3 new attractions, the land will provide plenty of fun for all the family. Set in Toon Studioos Toy Story Playland will be the first Toy Story-based land in any Disney theme park in the world. For further details of this and current Disneyland Paris offers ............
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Summer Sales are still in full flow. Up to 70% savings are currently available at Pure Collection, Avon, Elemis, Debenhams and Charles Tyrwhitt and substantial discounts from Woolovers, Hotter Shoes, Chums, House of Fraser, and Pavers Shoes
We have many highly regarded merchants within our Children and Toys Section. Superb websites providing a huge range of products for children of all ages. Recent additions include Kiddiroo (15%discount available), Baby Monitors Direct, My Mini Monsters.
Shearings have their 2011 Holiday Brochure now available. 5% discount for Grandparent Club members and visitors. Includes European river cruises but as an alternative for your own chartered boat and total independence also have a look at Le Boat holidays.
Plenty of late summer 2010 holidays still available at attractive discounted prices . Amongst others try Thomsons, Cooperative Travel, Lastminute.com. and Villa Select.
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THE DONKEY SANCTUARY
Do you know a donkey in distress?
The Donkey Sanctuary has a dedicated team of 45 regional and area welfare officers throughout the UK and Northern Ireland who investigate reports of cruelty to or neglect of donkeys, quickly and efficiently.
If you are concerned about the welfare of any donkey, please contact us immediately.
All calls are treated in the strictest of confidence.
...WE ALSO NEED DONKEY FRINGES
Our elderly donkeys are quite arthritic and find it hard to move and stamp their feet or shake their heads to get rid of the flies that gather around their eyes. With no facial protection, their eyes water constantly, which in turn makes their faces very sore.
To help our 'oldies', we've sourced a fly fringe that's safe for the donkeys to wear in their field which has a special velcro strip that will release if the fringe gets caught on a fence or branch.
We have about 500 elderly donkeys in our care who could all be comforted by wearing a fly fringe over the coming months so we're appealing to our supporters for help.
The Donkey Sanctuary
Charity Number 264818
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DOGS FOR THE DISABLED
Dogs for the Disabled is proud to announce the arrival of eight week old Yellow Labrador puppy Kip, a new assistance dog in training thanks to a donation from leading law firm Irwin Mitchell.
The Leeds office of Irwin Mitchell raised £5,522 in the past year for the local charity. The money raised means Kip has been purchased and placed with a volunteer family for a year to receive his puppy socialisation training. He will then pass on to advanced training with the charity and will eventually be partnered with a disabled child or adult, allowing them to lead a fuller, more independent life with increased confidence and a means of overcoming social exclusion.
www.dogsforthedisabled.org
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