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Tuesday Notice no 9 autumn 2010
9 November 2010 in Tuesday Notice
NOTE: Please put up the Christmas Market posters in your local area.
LANTERN WALK – THIS THURSDAY
The forecast is not good! If the weather is too wet or windy the festival will not take place. If in doubt please phone the office before leaving home.
PTA MEETING -Please join us on Tuesday 9th November at 8 o'clock in the handwork room to discuss Fundraising, Afternoon & Holiday Club, Bursaries and other subjects raised by fellow parents.
CLASS 8 EXCHANGE
Class 8 is looking forward to their exchange trip with the Steiner School in Coburg, Germany, but as we are a small class, we cannot provide host families for all the pupils who will be coming here. We are looking for school families to help us with this, providing a home environment for a 14 year old boy or girl for about 4 weeks from May 19th to June 15th. There will be a payment of £55 per week to help with food and bus fares (they will have their own pocket money). There will be support from Class 8 parents and the German teacher who both speak excellent English and know Edinburgh well. If you can offer a place, please leave a message for Mrs Fleming with the school office (337 3410) or email annefleming@blueyonder.co.uk.
THE GREEN SNAKE AND THE BEAUTIFUL LILY – Tuesday 9th November at 7.30pm in the School Hall.
A magical tale of community transforming and redemption, told among wandering exiles to raise their spirits.
Two accomplished story tellers bring to life Goethe’s enigmatic cast of characters in a free rendering of this classic.
This fairytale will be performed by actor storytellers Glen Williamson and Laurie Portocarrero.
Community Garden consultation evening, 7-9pm, Tues 30th November, ERSS School Hall
As the first year of the Royal Edinburgh Community Garden draws to a close, there will be an evening of consultation with anyone who has been involved (however much or little) - to look back at what worked, what didn't and how to make things even better next year. There'll also be sessions on celebrating the seasons and learning new skills. The event will include all the community groups and individuals who've been involved in the gardens, and will be held in our school hall. Please bring finger food to share. No need to let us know whether you're coming. Sonia and Liz.
As the first year of the Royal Edinburgh Community Garden draws to a close, there will be an evening of consultation with anyone who has been involved (however much or little) - to look back at what worked, what didn't and how to make things even better next year. There'll also be sessions on celebrating the seasons and learning new skills. The event will include all the community groups and individuals who've been involved in the gardens, and will be held in our school hall. Please bring finger food to share. No need to let us know whether you're coming. Sonia and Liz.
Food and climate change – an international perspective...
The Shandon Local Food Group is hosting an event exploring the links between food and climate change on Monday the 22nd November at 7.30pm at the Phoenix Club on Harrison Gardens. You can also learn about how to own your own organic pig! This event ties in very well with the school’s own environmental initiative Being the change we want to see, so join award-winning journalist Alex Renton and farmer Denise Walton to find out more about sustainable food.
The Shandon Local Food Group is hosting an event exploring the links between food and climate change on Monday the 22nd November at 7.30pm at the Phoenix Club on Harrison Gardens. You can also learn about how to own your own organic pig! This event ties in very well with the school’s own environmental initiative Being the change we want to see, so join award-winning journalist Alex Renton and farmer Denise Walton to find out more about sustainable food.
BRIDGING THE GAP - Course for 16+ year olds
Waldorf College, in partnership with Stroud College is running a 6 week course 'Bridging the Gap' aimed at young people who are finding school difficult or who have dropped out. Much of the course will take place outdoors away from the traditional classroom setting, so will be active and experiential. It is an integrated experience of the natural world through craft (outdoor projects) art and movement. The course is taught by experienced Waldorf College tutors and is accredited and funded for 16 -18 year olds with an address in England. There is a fee for those living outside England. It is open to 19 year olds though there might be a partial fee if they are 19 before August 2010.
The course was to have run in November but now will be run in January 2011 to give us more time to fill up the course. If you are interested could you contact Caroline Kelly at the Waldorf College 0044 1453 840009 or email info@waldorfcollege.org.uk and our website is at www.waldorfcollege.org.uk
NEARLY NEW CHILDREN’S WINTER CLOTHING
Snow is on the way! Nearly new children’s warm winter clothing for sale at this Friday’s Market, including a very new Duffle coat (8-10 yrs), a practically new ski jacket (around 8-10yrs), Snow trousers (4-6 yrs) and other warm clothing for younger ones; in aid of the Glasgow Steiner School.
PRESERVES STALL AT THE CHRISTMAS MARKET
Class 2 is looking for generous contributions to the popular preserves stall. If you have donations ready, please hand them to Mute in the office. Many thanks!
CHILDREN’S STALL – Ruth Callan is looking for mini jam jars to use for the children’s stall.
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPY SESSIONS at The Edinburgh Rudolf Steiner School Christmas Market, 11am – 4pm, Saturday 20th November. Craniosacral Therapy, Shiatsu, Reflexology, Bowen Technique, Massage, Reiki.
All offered at £12 for a 30-minute session (or £6 for 15 minutes/£24 for an hour).
(All proceeds go to The Edinburgh Rudolf Steiner School.)
MANAGEMENT SURGERY TIME: Monday 12.20pm – 1pm
Parents are welcome to meet us to discuss any issue. Please book in advance through the office.
Please note: The School does not necessarily endorse or warrant the following information relating to activities or articles for sale. All notices for inclusion should be signed and dated and handed into the office, with appropriate payment, before 10.30am the preceding Friday. £2.00 for school ads, £3.00 out with.
“Understanding the Signs of the Times”. SCOTTISH FORUM: for initiatives and individuals working with the principles of Rudolf Steiner, 9.30am – 4.30pm Saturday 13th November 2010 at Columcille Centre.
The day will be facilitated by Andrew Plant from Camphill in Scotland.
There will be an exploration of how an understanding of anthroposophy can throw light on the significance of the developments of the last 150 years since the birth of Rudolf Steiner, and some thoughts on future developments.
To book a place please phone Martin Dawson on 0131 447 7404.
TREE PLANTING WEEKEND in West Lothian on Saturday 13thand Sunday 14th November. Contact Leonie Le Maistre on 07905688912 for more information.
ROOM NEEDED – whilst finishing Research Masters between 26th November and 14th December or preferably longer. Please phone Emma on 07871803847.
VIOLIN LESSONS available at School with Song Sue Williams. Contact 0131 337 6951, mobile 07735618371.
NEED HELP AROUND THE HOUSE? Joinery & maintenance - kitchens, bookcases, repairs, doors, flat packs, windows, and renovations, traditional and bespoke. Call Dorian or Andrew for a quote 07834315138.
NEWTON’S CLOTHING ALTERATIONS –Newton’s Alterations will be returning to the Friday Market again starting Friday 3rd September. All types of mending /alterations from woolly pullies to skimpy skirts! You can also talk to me about re-covering cushions, making up curtains or that knitting/crochet project you never got round to! If it is more convenient I can pick up or drop off at your house. Just phone Nicola Newton 01506 870 145 or 07833164561.