Yesterday I had a really lovely day at an Open Studio & Garden Party in Hammersmith. There was an assortment of paintings, ceramics and prints on sale, an eclectic mix of musicians, bric-a-brac, stalls, refreshments and a raffle. It was the sort of thing I would expect to find in rural Dorset but was a total surprise in the heart of London. Although, as someone pointed out, Hammersmith was once countryside too. Anyway the atmosphere was very jovial and it was a lot of fun. The last musical act played Greek love songs and some brave girls even got up and danced as the music got faster and more excitable! The whole event was a delight and I came away with some beautiful ceramics and a real sense of bonhomie.
Spring Fling was organized to raise money for InterAct Reading Service which provides a one-to-one reading service by actors to people who have had a stroke.
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Dear Alex
I don't know if we actually met on Sunday; there was such a buzz that it all became a bit of a blur. But I was delighted to discover your blog and to read what a good time you'd had. It really was such a privilege to see so many people enjoying themselves. AND we raised around £5,000 for InterAct Reading Service (http://www.interactreading.org) which is brilliant. As well as funds, it also raised the profile of the charity and you have certainly helped with that. Actually, it all started in Notting Hill Gate - at Pembroke (or is it Pembridge) Hospice.
Very many thanks,
best wishes
Jo
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