snow globes

Snow globes are often used in film and literature to symbolise childhood and innocence. It is not known when snow globes were invented but they were known in France during the early 19th century. Snow globes appeared at the Paris Universal Expo of 1878, and by 1879 at least five companies were producing snow globes … More snow globes

Christmas Trees and Fairy Lights can be fatal.

Of the 350 reported fairy light injuries, most occurred whilst decorating.  Injuries include people falling while putting up the lights, children swallowing the bulbs, and people getting electric shocks and burns from faulty lights.  Lights can also have fatal consequences with an alarming number of deaths caused by people watering the tree with the lights … More Christmas Trees and Fairy Lights can be fatal.

Christmas Mystery Games

How about planning a pre-Christmas mystery party for your children? ITM Games have games suitable for teens, as well as children. For Teens try “Who Slayed Santa?” It’s Christmas 1979 and School is nearly out…. The year, and the decade, was about to end with a Christmas disco to remember. It was 6pm as the gang … More Christmas Mystery Games

Fancy a Murder Mystery Show?

Murder Mystery dinner theatre is an interactive show. The best shows feature professional actors to play the victims and suspects. They are experienced at encouraging audience participation in the production as the murder unfolds. It’s more than just watching a play – it’s like being part of the action! The audience is tasked with determining the method, motivation and … More Fancy a Murder Mystery Show?

Too Many Cooks

A report in todays Mail Online confirms that having too many cooks in the kitchen at once leads tempers to reach boiling point. In a poll, conducted by Wren Kitchens &  Bedrooms, respondents said they were annoyed by men attempting to help but ending  up making a mess, and by people persistently interfering with the preparations for dinner, including … More Too Many Cooks

Looking for Street art

On Saturday a group of Adventurers arrived in Brixton. They were on a quest – the “Street Art Treasure Hunt”  They unravelled the cryptic clues that led them to art work on display in the streets, including murals, tiled art, statutes and sculptures. Their hunting over, they discussed the answers over a drink. Want to take part in … More Looking for Street art