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We’re Wishing…
A happy 74th birthday on February 22 to the wonderful Julie Walters! The winner of four BAFTAs, a Golden Globe and two Emmys, her starring roles stretch from 1983’s Educating Rita through her work with Victoria Wood, the Harry Potter films, Billy Elliot, and recently Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again and The Secret Garden. She lives on an organic farm in Sussex. Many happy returns, Julie!
We’re Protecting…
Neutering your female cat is one of th kindest things you can do for her. On World Spay Day, February 27, pet owners across the country will campaign to have more cats spayed to prevent them from having an unwanted litter. Also, neutering can help your cat fight nasty diseases and sometimes cancer. To find out more about spaying, visit Cats Protection,
www.cats.org.uk.
We’re Grooving…
Come along to the Broadstairs Blues Bash in Kent between February 22 and 24. Tickets are free, and you’ll get to witness over 60 bands across 15 different venues play the grooviest blues music! Performers include Brett Marvin and the Thunderbolts, Deep River Blues, Cinelli Brothers, and Andy Twyman.
Visit www.broadstairsbluesbash.com to discover the full line-up and more exciting details about the three-day festival, and don’t forget to bring your best shoes for some serious foot-tapping!
We’re Standing Up…
It’s International Stand Up to Bullying Day on February 23. Bullying still has a huge negative impact on schoolkids. It’s important to keep fighting it and supporting those affected. The awareness day, organised by the Anti-Bullying Alliance, takes place on the last Friday of February, and again on the third Friday in November in schools, communities and workplaces. Take part by wearing a pink T-shirt and raising funds for the National Bullying Helpline. www.nationalbullyinghelpline.co.uk
We Lists… ♥
T he Oscars ceremony is on the horizon! Soon, a lucky few films, actors, directors and crew members will pick up an Academy Award. Which of these past Best Picture winners is your favourite?
♥ 12 Years A Slave (2014)
♥ The King’s Speech (2011)
♥ Gladiator (2001)
♥ Titanic (1998)
♥ Forrest Gump (1995)
♥Out Of Africa (1986)
♥ Chariots Of Fire (1982)
♥ One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest (1976)
♥ The Godfather (1973)
♥ Oliver! (1969)
