110 – Hermie Now and Then

Hello,

Please find attached a poster and link to our online plea for past Hermitage Park Pupils to share stories with us.

As you know, this is part of our 110 – Hermie Now and Then: an intergenerational story told in film, podcast and print’ project with author Dan Gray.

The completed ‘110- Hermie now and then” short film will be screened at our community ceildhi event on 24th April.

Should you require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Warm regards,

Lisa Black

Lisa Black | Depute Head Teacher (PEF)

Hermitage Park Primary School | Hermitage Park, EH6 8HD | 0131 554 2952

Bonnie Bairn: Scotland’s largest pregnancy & family fair

Bonnie Bairn, Scotland’s premier Pregnancy & Family Fair is set to take place on Sunday 1st March.

Following the huge success of the 2019 fair, which saw over 1,000 local visitors flood through the doors, the organisers have confirmed that the 2020 event will take place at Edinburgh Corn Exchange and will welcome over 80 exhibitors, making it the largest pregnancy & family fair in Scotland.

Setting it apart from other fairs, Bonnie Bairn focuses on supporting local businesses, crafters and retailers. They aim to keep the event affordable for stallholders and ensure the event not only benefits the local community, but also gives a welcoming atmosphere for expecting parents and local families from Edinburgh and beyond.

Bonnie Bairn will also offer a series of taster sessions from participating businesses, which will allow visitors to take part in half hour condensed versions of the brand experience; these will include talks and workshops scheduled throughout the day, where services providers can explain what they offer or provide free advice.

Deby Rainnie, Founder of Bonnie Bairn said: “Pregnancy is such a wonderful time and should be celebrated.

“The early years of parenthood can often be overwhelming and with so many amazing classes and support groups available it can be a little daunting to know which ones to go with.

“Our fairs are designed to be an excellent opportunity for visitors to meet the people behind the businesses, trial the classes and engage in a wide range of informative talks.” 

Bonnie Bairns is all about bringing together the best local experts, activity providers and businesses supporting families from pregnancy to preschool. Their mission is to educate and inform parents and parents-to-be about all of the great local and online businesses that are available to them.

Deby continued: “We want to support parents and parents-to-be, across Scotland, sharing everything that is wonderful about raising a family here.

“Many of our retailers are local businesses, selling beautiful products that are often only available online, so this is also a wonderful chance for them to showcase their products.” 

2020 stall holders confirmed include Baby SensoryDiana Baker PhotographyEdinburgh Baby CoA-FotografyBumblebee SportsMum MeSweaty MamaWater BabiesJohn LewisPositive Birth ScotlandSleep Safe ScotlandPlayroom by Little Lunches and Yummikeys.

For a full list of companies participating visit https://www.bonnie-bairn.co.uk/visit

​Advanced tickets for the event can be purchased online for £6.00 per person. Under 16’s can attend for free and do not require a ticket.

Every ticket purchased will also count as one entry into the Epic Prize Draw, which will be drawn on the day of the event.

For more information visit https://www.bonnie-bairn.co.uk/

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A free premium goody bag will be given to the first 250 families who arrive on the day. These are packed full or goodies, samples and local discounts.

Giant Lanterns: Lost Worlds at Edinburgh Zoo

Giant Lanterns are back at Edinburgh Zoo
Returning for a third year in a brand new trail, light up your winter at Giant Lanterns: Lost Worlds. With a prehistoric theme featuring “roar-some” dinosaurs and much more, you’ll be transported back to a time where weird and wonderful creatures roamed the Earth and will discover over 570 million years of wildlife.

This huge scale event will have over 600 lanterns on show with an extended route this year, so there’s more to explore this winter at Edinburgh Zoo!

The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland welcomed over 3,000 people through the doors of Edinburgh Zoo last week when Giant Lanterns Lost Worlds opened to the public.

Having spent two months installing hundreds of lanterns inspired by prehistoric creatures, the wildlife conservation charity launched the 47-night extravaganza on Friday 15 November.

Lyndy Donaldson, events and experiences manager at Edinburgh Zoo, said “We are thrilled to bring Giant Lanterns back to the zoo this winter and delighted to see our visitors are just as excited about our new Lost Worlds theme as we are.

“This year we have brought 570 million years of incredible wildlife to light, revealing some of the amazing creatures that once lived on our planet and raising awareness of the very real threat of extinction faced today by endangered species around the world.

“Highlights include a tyrannosaurus rex, a 32-foot-tall volcano, a gigantic 65-foot-long snake and new interactive elements along the trail. As Scotland’s only Chinese lantern festival, it’s a fantastic experience for all the family.”

Tickets for Giant Lanterns Lost Worlds start at £8.50 for children and £17 for adults and are available at www.edinburghzoo.org.uk/lanterns. Visitors are encouraged to book online in advance to secure their preferred date and time.

The Giant Lanterns of China run in partnership with the VYA Creative Lantern Company and DDM Entertainment and Events Inc., and is sponsored by The Confucius Institute for Scotland.

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However, the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) has its own wedding event design to ensure help is on hand to navigate through the options and create the perfect day. Continue reading The Botanics wedding experts unveil top 10 trends for the big day in 2020

Book Week Scotland programme launched

Scottish Book Trust has launched Book Week Scotland’s 2019 programme with comic book artist Frank Quitely of DC Comics All Star Superman and Batman and Robin fame.

Book Week Scotland, the country’s biggest celebration of reading and writing, returns for its eight year with hundreds of events taking place all over Scotland from intimate community gatherings to flagship events with well-loved authors. Continue reading Book Week Scotland programme launched