Well, Winnie the Witch is off on her travels as Hop tu Naa passes

.... and the smell of bonfires will soon be in the air as the Autumn season leads in to winter ... and Christmas arrives. Once again, Family Manx is here to give you something to peruse on a brisk Autumn day .... with so many activities to engage in. Take a look inside .... read about Fire Work safety from our Community Policing team; how the wonderful work of the Samaritans helps many (young and older) through perhaps one of the toughest times of the year; join in our Cookie Cutter Competition with Lakeland .... get tips on de-cluttering - ready for the Christmas season or for a move; learn about the Manx Christmas traditions ... and so much more as you sit, pour yourself a cuppa and Remember ... this magazine is for YOU!!