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Happy Monday, Think Local Harrow fans! We hope you enjoyed a fantastic Bank Holiday weekend, but now it’s back to the daily grind. In today’s Legal edition, we’re celebrating Pinner Garden's recent award, exploring Wembley’s new immersive game experience, offering tips on avoiding insurance exploitation, and discussing ways to safeguard your online data.

Additionally, we’ve curated today’s lineup of events, provided the answer to yesterday’s brain teaser, and selected an inspiring thought for the day. Dive in and make the most of today’s read!

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7th April

• Yoga Tuesdays @ Harrow Arts Centre

• EEL Harrow and NW Business Networking Event - Pinner

• Sound Bath Meditation - Solas School of Complementary Therapies, Greenford

• Donkey Music and Soft Play - Jungle Monkeyz, Pinner

• Workshop: Stories, Community, And (My) Place - Perivale

• Invertebrate Field Recorder Day - Sunley Gardens, Perivale

• Champions League Live: Semi Final 2nd Leg Screenings - Boxpark, Wembley

• Parent & Baby Day - Estadio Lounge, Wembley Park

• Watford Product Walks - Cassiobury Park Bandstand, Watford

Pinner Peace Garden Volunteers Win Prestigious Community Gardening Award

The Pinner Peace Garden Volunteers received the "Love Where You Live" award for their work in community gardening, earning recognition and support to continue enhancing local environments.

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“Enitan's Game": New Immersive Family Experience Opens at Wembley Park

Wembley Park is set to welcome a new family-oriented immersive show titled "Enitan's Game," created by Punchdrunk Enrichment. This debut production will open on June 14, offering an engaging narrative about the power of storytelling and memory.

The show, co-written by Mia Jerome, Casey Jay Andrews, Omar F. Okai, and Simon Maeder, and directed by Omar F. Okai, is part of a three-year initiative to establish a cultural hub in Brent. The production will also feature the work of local young adults who gained experience through the project, enhancing its community impact.

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Fight Back Against Insurance Exploitation: Tips from an Industry Insider

Steven Smith from BristolLive offers insight on how insurance companies capitalize on customer inertia, emphasizing the pitfalls of auto-renewals and loyalty penalties in the insurance market. He advocates for actively comparing insurance rates at renewal to avoid overpaying.

Smith highlights "the creep" of rising premiums, where small unnoticed increases can accumulate significantly over time, urging consumers to shop around and not settle for the first renewal quote to beat exploitative practices.

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Avoid These Four Words in Pop-Ups to Safeguard Your Data

Security expert Jason Mountford advises on avoiding common pop-up traps online, suggesting strategies like using ad-blockers and strong passwords to enhance safety.

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Trivia Answer

What historic event marked the establishment of Yiewsley as a distinct entity in the early 20th century?

1. The opening of Yiewsley High Street

2. The formation of Yiewsley and West Drayton Urban District

3. The construction of St Matthew's Church

4. The introduction of the Grand Union Canal through Yiewsley

Correct Answer: 2) The formation of Yiewsley and West Drayton Urban District

Explanation:

Yiewsley was merged with West Drayton to form the Yiewsley and West Drayton Urban District in 1930, marking a significant development in its administrative history. This event led to substantial urban and residential development in the area, distinguishing Yiewsley as a significant part of Greater London​

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