Author: Cherry

Tortoises – Are they a good pet?

Ladysmith Pet Supplies in Ballymena sell tortoises and think that they can be a great pet. Here is all you need to know before buying your tortoise from Ladysmith Pet Supplies. Tortoises can live for a long time. Some are recorded as living for 60 years so bear that in mind before you take the plunge. Tortoises, like any pet, do need to be cared for so think about who will look after it when you are away. Some tortoises require indoor and outdoor enclosures to keep them happy and healthy Tortoises eat non-toxic weeds and flowers. Their diet can be supplemented with vegetables. The tortoise enclosure need a thorough clean every 2-3 weeks. Your tortoise will naturally hibernate in the winter. A tortoise is a reptile and wont do tricks, or show affection in the same way other animals like puppies would. Call in and see some tortoises at Ladysmith Pet Supplies before you make your decision and if you decide to buy one then they have all the equipment and enclosures that you need. Tortoises are an interesting pet and if you are considering adding one to your household call Ladysmith Pet Supplies on 028 2564...

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Gift Certificates from Sensory Kids

Sensory Kids on Broughshane offer gift certificate which are great for Christmas or birthday gifts. At Sensory Kids young children with Special Needs as well as able bodied children can play and enjoy an environment designed to enhance their development. Mary and Kathryn Connor have set up Sensory Kids because they saw a need for a a Multi – Sensory Developmental Play Area which can be used for children of all ages to encourage baby bonding, brain development, social/emotional development, language development, cognitive growth, fine and gross motor skills, problem solving skills, social interaction and FUN! They currently have several session running through out the week which you can read about here. Providing help with learning and development alongside offering support for parents Sensory kids has been going from strength to strength. If you would be interested in finding out more about their work, facilities or equipment than do not hesitate to get in touch. You can also follow them at the Sensory Kids Facebook page. Based at 70 Broughshane House, Main Street Broughshane you can call in for a Gift Certificate or call either Kathryn: 07851521701 or Mary: 07875637373. A gift certificate from Sensory Kids is a great present for both parents and...

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Leaf Designs successful at leading bridal awards

Ballymena Today say a big congratulations to local venue stylists, Leaf Designs. Leaf Designs have been awarded second runner-up position in the Best Finishing Touches category at the prestigious 2014 Getting Married in Northern Ireland Reader Awards, sponsored by Belleek Living. The Lagan Suite of the Hilton Hotel, Belfast was brought to life with a glamorous monochrome scheme this past Saturday, November 8th. The annual gala event was attended by almost 300 wedding industry professionals from across the province, taking their seats to discover if their business had landed a coveted Belleek Living award. Now marking its ninth year, the Reader Awards, hosted by Getting Married in Northern Ireland bridal magazine, is considered a landmark event in the calendars of the province’s wedding industry experts. The awards were presented by Getting Married in Northern Ireland’s Editor, Emma Maxwell, whilst Cool FM’s DJ Sonya Mac, was special master of ceremonies. The top three finalists in each category received a beautifully crafted porcelain award from the evening’s main sponsor, Belleek Living. Publisher of Getting Married in Northern Ireland, Dawn Hamilton said: “This year we have been overwhelmed with the number of votes cast by our readers, with almost 15,000 cast. We were delighted to honour the dedication of the wedding businesses and are thrilled at the success of the event. We were treated to excellent food and service from the events team...

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Ballymena Book Club

This month Ballymena Book club will be tackling two book. Award winning Maggot Moon by Sally Gardner and Playing to the Gallery by Grayson Perry. The first is a Teenage fiction which has made the difficult cross over into the adult market and the latter is a book about contemporary art – so there is definitely something for every one!      The Ballymena Book Club meet on the first Wednesday of each month at Waterstones in the Fairhill Shopping Centre in Ballymena. Then the group head out for coffees and discussion before picking the book for future months....

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles – Throwback Thursday

The new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film is still showing in Northern Ireland cinemas but if you are our age then you might remember the original cartoon. Here is a blast from the past; and because we love a good sing-a-long . . . Heroes in a halfshell – Turtle...

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