An unwrappable gift

The Down Syndrome Bloggers Network group monthly prompt for December is “What is one intangible gift you want to give to your child?” When my three year old is asked to choose just one thing she really struggles.  If she picks up wrist bells from a...

Festive fun in the fairytale forest

In the midst of Lincoln’s seasonal theatrical offerings, the Lincoln Performing Arts Centre has carved out its niche by offering a winter show rather than a traditional pantomime. Robin Hood and Maid Marian – Winter in Sherwood is 2017’s production...

Independent Lincoln makes buying small easy

Lincoln has developed in recent years to become a shopping destination with a wide range of retailers including many that welcome younger visitors through their doors. Start in the St Mark’s Shopping Centre and you’ll find big brand names such as...

Escape into literary winter wonderlands

Whether as part of an advent calendar, included in a Christmas Eve box, a stocking filler or a main present, there’s no doubt that books make great Christmas presents – they even make the cut in the “four gift rule” of want, need, wear and read – so no wonder there...