Voice Magazines - Selston, Pinxton, Jacksdale & Westwood Edition - March 2020

SELSTON, PINXTON, JACKSDALE & WESTWOOD

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So, last month I mentioned my birthday celebrations and wow, wasn’t it an awesome birthday! If you haven’t already, I would recommend trying axe throwing! It’s only a bit scary on occasions (they are pretty sharp and the different throwing techniques saw one of our party take a chunk out of his top!) but a great stress reliever and shed loads of fun for people of all ages! As a second super treat, I got to visit the Sheffield Steelers Ice Hockey Team. Now, I hadn’t even been to Ice Hockey at all until last year and now I am a total fan. Again, this is a great day out for all the family and I can’t stress enough how easy this fast paced, high adrenaline, testosterone filled game is to get enthralled and enveloped in, to the point that you can’t wait for the next weeks game so that you can go and enjoy it all over again! I’m hopeful that next season we’re going to work with the Steelers a little closer and be able to offer tickets and all sorts for our fab readers and like I say, it is a prize worth winning!

Speaking of prizes worth winning….(seamless as ever!)….check out this months competition offered to us from our friends at Wheelgate/ Twin lakes adventure park. This prize is valid for 3 months, so if you have it in your plans to take the kids/grandkids to this adventure haven during spring bank holiday or at a weekend, you really should enter!

This year for us, it is all about new content articles and features.

We have already run a ‘High Street’ feature in the Broadmeadows edition for a few months and this month, we have extended it to our Alfreton edition. This is something we are looking to do more of, as it has been so well received.

Finally, I think it’s worth a mention that our very own Paul will be duking it out in the ring to raise money for Cancer Research UK for the Ultimate White-Collar Boxing (UWCB) Event at the Roundhouse in Derby in April. He’s training hard and we’ve got his back (quite literally as we are one of his sponsors on his shirt!). He’s going to send us some updates for our FB account and if anyone who knows him wants to support him, don’t be shy, it’s for a fantastic cause that has impacted so many people.

Happy Reading,

Emily x PS: Don’t forget to mention the ‘Voice’ when you use any of the companies in this magazine

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To advertise email info@voicemagazines.co.uk or call us on 01773 549 035 Printed by Image2Print and distributed to 5,000 homes in Selston, Pinxton, Jacksdale & Westwood homes. Disclaimer: No responsibility is accepted by Voice Magazines Limited for claims, errors or omissions made in advertisements appearing in this issue. All advertisers are accepted in good faith and we are not responsible for views expressed by contributor or other sources. Reproduction of the contents of this magazine is not permitted without the prior To advertise please call Limited, Voice40 High Team 01773 549 035 DE55 2BP. Registered in England & Wales No: 105505573 Voice Magazines Street,on South Normanton, Derbyshire. consent of the publisher.

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An Independent Family Business serving Families for Generations An Independent Family Business serving Families for Generations Our Selston Funeral Home, Our Selston Funeral Home, located in the former located in the former Selston Police House at Selston Police House at Wilde’s corner, serves Wilde’s corner, serves families throughout families throughout a wide area. a wide area.

A strange sight seen again on Somerlea Park in Leabrooks

Our dedicated team, including Funeral Our dedicated team, including Funeral Directors Anthony Topley and Helen Directors Anthony Topley and Helen Ellis, and Funeral Arranger Danni Ellis, and Funeral Arranger Danni Allen, are available to meet with you Allen, are available to meet with you to discuss funeral arrangements or to discuss funeral arrangements or funeral planning either at our funeral planning either at our premises or in your own home. premises or in your own home.

They were here last year and are returning again this year, what a sight for sore eyes they make, a group of FLAT GREEN LAWN BOWLERS known by the mythical name of the PHOENIX. Thanks to Ripley CVS, Grant funding was awarded to the Phoenix Bowls Club, by a panel of adjudicators, for 5 unemployed people to have the opportunity to join the Phoenix Bowls Club, with coaching provided absolutely free.

These 5 places are open to any person in receipt of benefits over the age of 18. This grant allows The Phoenix Bowls Club to draw down a further 10 places if need be.

So apply now for one of these unique places before they have all gone.

The Committee welcome new players and are actively seeking them, from beginners to experienced league players, so come along and join our members.

The people of Somercotes can once again sit in the park on a hot balmy summer’s evening and watch and enjoy this great game that is open to all, young and old alike.

To join the Phoenix Bowls Club or find out more telephone 01773 438 077 or visit our website www.phoenixbowlsclub.co

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Our Selston Funeral Home: Our Selston Funeral Home: 133 Nottingham Road, Selston NG16 6BT 133 Nottingham Road, Selston NG16 6BT Tel (24 hrs):01773 306909 Tel (24Funeral hrs):01773 306909 Homes also at: Eastwood 154 Eastwood Nottingham Rd, 154 Nottingham Eastwood Rd, Eastwood NG16 3GG NG16 Tel (243GG hrs): Tel (24713484 hrs): 01773 01773 713484

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Things to do CHARITY CONCERT WITH SHIRLAND WELFARE BAND AND ANOTHER DIMENSION In aid of The Nightingale Macmillan Unit at Royal Derby Hospital.

Presented by The Inner Wheel Club of Alfreton

Saturday 21st March at 7.30pm

Hardwick Guided Dog Walk

THE GREAT BRITISH DOG WALK AT CARSINGTON WATER

South Normanton Gardeners Association

Mon 2nd Mar, 6th Apr & 4th May

Saturday 28th March

A talk by Steve Walton on ‘20 years in Horticulture’.

Everyone welcome.

At the Post Mill Centre, South Normanton

9:30am – 10.30am

Tickets £8 in advance (£10 at the door) Available from members of Alfreton Inner Wheel or from Joy Fox at fox-fox@tiscali.co.uk

Explore the Hardwick parkland with your dog on a guided walk with a Hardwick Ranger.

A great opportunity to stretch your legs and discover a recommended route with your furry friend. The walk begins and ends at the Stableyard near to the restaurant, shop and toilets.

SINGING BY HEART

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY SINGING GROUP 3RD MARCH & 7TH APRIL 11AM-12NOON (REFRESHMENTS AT 10.30AM) SALVATION ARMY, MARKET STREET, SOUTH NORMANTON DE55 2EJ For more information contact: Ruth.sheppard@salvationarmy.co.uk

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The walk is free, parking charges apply, please book in advance. We recommend one dog per walker.

Free event - Booking is advised. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/hardwick-hall

Derrick Gent Funeral Directors of Pinxton Independent Family Funeral Directors

Big Lane, Upper Town, Ashbourne DE6 1ST

This is a Great British Dog Walk with a difference. Longer than other walks you have done before!

The long route will take you around the entire border of Carsington Water – all 9 miles of it! The short walk will take you along a section of the reservoir and then through forest and field. There will be a Hearing Dog demo and a fun dog show to enjoy before the walk starts!

Registration: 10am Walk Starts: 11am Cost: Adults: £10 online, £12 on the day, Children (under 16): free Distance: 5km (Family Route) or 13km (Scenic Route)

Wide Range of Greeting Cards & Gift Wrap Mother’s Day & Easter Stock Now In! Opening Times Mon-Fri 9am-8pm Sat 9am-6pm Sun 10am-4pm 21 Victoria Road, Pinxton NG16 6NE 6

Private chapel of rest in peaceful surroundings Personal & sympathetic service looking after all your needs & wishes Pre-arranged funeral plans tailored to your specific wishes are available

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Post Mill Centre, Market Street, South Normanton

Science Day

Erewash Museum, High Street, Ilkeston Saturday 7th March 11am – 3pm

A fun day of science experiments and displays as part of British Science Week!

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For more information about this event please visit www.hearingdogs.org.uk

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At Derrick Gent Funeral Directors we are passionate about ensuring your loved ones get the dignified send-off that they deserve.

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Professional treatment for those with Diabetes, Peripheral Arterial Disease, Rheumatoid Arthritis & the “High Risk” Foot.

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Cheaper than retail park stores & no pushy salesmen!

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We work closely with you and your family to create a highly personalised, flexible plan of care and to match your care and support worker/s to your personality and lifestyle requirements.

Direct Health have over 18 years of experience in care and support.

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Delivery rounds in your local area.

The service we deliver is individually tailored to provide you with a personalised, flexible programme of care and support which could include:

Rounds available in: Annesley and Selston

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Personal care and support Care following hospital discharge Sitting services including overnight support Shopping and meal preparation - healthy eating Escorting to appointments/social activities Domestic support Palliative and end of life care Assistance with health needs including medication management • Dementia care • Companionship - it’s good to talk!

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2nd Tuesday of each month South Normanton Market Place 9am – 12noon Somercotes Market Place - 12.30 – 1.30pm 3rd Thursday of each month Alfreton Severn Square Car Park 9am – 1pm (Outside B&M Bargains) 2nd Friday of each month Ripley Market Place - 9am – 1pm 3rd Friday of each month Sutton in Ashfield Portland Square - 9am – 2pm

Clair’s of Derbyshire

For a brochure and to book please phone 01773 590 808 or 07817 322 195

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We deliver our services in: Selston, Jacksdale, Underwood, Brinsley, Hucknall, Kirkby, Sutton and Mansfield

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Slimming World Recipe Chicken Tikka Kebabs with Pitta Having a kebab always feels like a treat. So why not treat yourself with this fabulous Slimming World recipe. This dish is perfectly complemented with a tasty side salad.

Serves: 4

Ready in: 25 minutes

Syns per serving: 7 (deduct 7 Syns if using Pitta Bread wholemeal as a healthy extra ‘b’ choice)

Method: 1. Put the chicken in a freezer bag (or a glass or stainless-steel bowl) with the curry powder, yogurt and garlic. Season with salt and stir to combine.

2. Seal the bag or cover the bowl with cling film and marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour or overnight.

3. For the salad, put the cucumber, radishes, celery and lettuce in a bowl. Mix together the yogurt and chopped coriander, season, then stir through the salad.

4. Preheat your grill to high. Lift the chicken out of the marinade, letting any excess drain off, then thread onto 4 metal skewers. Place on a baking tray lined with foil and grill for 10-12 minutes, turning halfway, or until the chicken is lightly charred and cooked through.

5. Toast the pitta breads. Scatter the coriander sprigs over the chicken skewers and serve with 1 pitta bread per person with the salad and lemon wedges for squeezing over.

For more information visit www.slimmingworld.co.uk

Ingredients: • 8 skinless and boneless chicken thighs, visible fat removed, cut into bite-size pieces • 3 level tbsp tikka curry powder* • 250g fat-free natural Greekstyle yogurt • 3 garlic cloves, crushed • 4 x 60g wholemeal pitta breads • Lemon wedges, to serve

If you have a recipe that you’d like to share then please send it to: info@voicemagazines.co.uk

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Join our dentist Matthew Lamb for a FREE no obligation Smile Audit. 0% finance available to spread the cost.

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Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on your mortgage. Typically we charge a fee of £399 for arrangement of your mortgage, however the actual fee will not exceed 1.5% of the mortgage amount. The fees may be waived subject to the terms of the fee waiver agreement.

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20 Years and Counting Paul Hawkins has been repairing cars since he was just 14 years old, helping his dad over many a weekend at their family home in Brinsley. At the age of 16 Paul left school and went to work in the local garage in Brinsley before moving onto garages nearby. As well as gaining valuable experience he met some great local characters along the way.

In June 2000 Paul, along with his wife Angie, decided it was time to go it alone and took the decision to buy the Knightsbridge Garage in Jacksdale.

The garage was originally built by Claude Earnshaw, a gentleman whose exploits in the battle of Knightsbridge made him very well known locally. Claude decided to name his garage ‘Knightsbridge’ after said battle and this is still in place to this today.

Paul and Angie have had their ups and downs over the years like most businesses but have always kept moving forward and have always had a great working relationship.

Paul told the Voice “The secret to our great working relationship is me knowing my place.

I’ve got many, many years of experience repairing cars and I’m more than happy to stay in the garage whilst Angie looks after everything in the office.

She’s great at running that side of the business!”

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When they first purchased the business in 2000 they also dispensed petrol onsite to the local community, however once local supermarkets in the area began to do the same and undercutting local garages in the process, they had no option but to end that side of their business.

Choose from a vast selection of fabrics in the comfort of your

Not to be too disheartened by this turn of events, Paul and Angie worked even harder to build up the repair side of the business to the success that it is today; and will continue to be for many more years.

email:premiersales@hotmail.co.uk www.premierblindsandcurtains.co.uk

KNIGHTSBRIDGE GARAGE LTD Pye Hill Road, Jacksdale 01773 602 837 or 07712 964 932

own home so you can buy with confidence in the knowledge that we have over 30 years of professional experience.

Telephone us to book your home visit

01773 771 457 | 07733 184 208

DALE INTERIORS of Jacksdale Ltd

kitchen and bedroom specialists

NEW CARS: WE CAN SAVE YOU MONEY ON YOUR SERVICING!

We can carry out your servicing stamp your service book with no detriment to your manufacturer warranty!

WE ALSO DO: MoT’s, SERVICING & REPAIRS on all makes and models including imports 4x4s & performance cars THE NEW OMEGA CONCEPT SHAKER

Exhausts, Batteries, Diagnostic Code Reading, Clutches, Brakes, Steering & Suspension

A unique shaker style door with an integrated handle in a range of 14 colours See our showroom display

Air Bags, Lights, Service Indicator Resetting Under Body Protection, Welding & Minor Scuffs & Scratches

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An independent, friendly, family business providing a full installation service or ‘supply only’ kitchens and bedrooms Visit our showroom at Unit 5 | Jacksdale Workshops | Pye Hill Road | Jacksdale | Nottinghamshire | NG16 5LR

Tel: 01773 687757 Email: sales@daleinteriors.co.uk Web: www.daleinteriors.co.uk Free customer parking

“Genuine discounts available all year round”

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Jenny Wren’s Parish Tearoom • • • • • •

Homemade Cakes Sandwiches & Toasties Jacket Potatoes Homemade Soup Afternoon Teas Available for Special Events

Darren Clarke Monthly Sound Baths in Selston & Kirkby Areas

Located at the rear of Selston Parish Hall, Mansfield Rd NG16 6EE Open Mon-Fri 9am-2.30pm, closed during school holidays.

Ample free car parking

Do you want smooth & nourished skin?

Perk HydraFacial takes just 10 minutes!

Results last the whole month.

Exfoliates skin and reduces fine lines, dark circles, puffiness & blackheads.

Or try Lip Perk to plump your pout!

Sound Baths & Therapies may include the use of: Gongs, Singing Bowls, Mantra, Chanting, Tuning Forks, Drums & Percussion's.

Sound Bath; introduction price at £10 per person.

1-2-1 Healing at Kanti, Kirkby in Ashfield £30.00 (home visits and price available on request).

For Bookings and Appointments please contact Darren on 07974863167 or find us on Facebook @Congeries of Sound

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WILKINSON BROS LTD Independent Family Funeral Directors Est. 1952

A completely professional 24 hour service, covering all areas Private Chapel of Rest in peaceful surroundings We will provide you with a personal and sympathetic service, looking after all your needs and wishes Pre-arranged Funeral Plans, tailored to your specific wishes, are available

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TEL: 01773 811371 10 Church Hill, Old Blackwell, DE55 5HN

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Book Review ‘Me’ – Elton John

Elton John has never claimed to aim for the understated so it’s not too surprising that his autobiography is called Me. He writes that the great thing about rock and roll is that someone like him, a chubby kid from Pinner in Essex named Reg, can be a star. Though to be fair to him, he’s written some brilliantly catchy stuff and as a performer he’s the real deal.

And this story has got the lot. From his early days of having his songs rejected while he trailed round northern clubs playing two gigs a night as a pianist in bands that were going nowhere, to gold and platinum albums, friendships with Freddie Mercury, Rod Stewart Princess Di and Versace and bizarrely disco dancing with the Queen.

And the memoir is not shy about his equally rackety personal life. Drugs, sex, gossip (the more scurrilous the better). Not for nothing was the film his husband David Furnish made about Elton called tantrums and tiaras. Me is a really funny and sometimes shocking tale.

But the thing that stops this just being a parade of rock star memories and excess – and there is plenty of that - is his total brutal honesty about the bad bits of his life, the suicide attempts, the temper, the drug, booze, shopping and food addictions. And how he, just about, managed to survive it all and remain still standing, as the song goes.

This isn’t a sanitized version of his life. It’s warts and all, but he emerges as a paid-up human being. Good stuff.

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The walk makes good use of the Linby Trail and the area around Newstead Abbey to offer beautiful scenery along with a good leg stretch and good terrrain, We were battered by Storm Dennis and previously Storm Ciara in the build-up to the magazine publication so I think we are due some nice spring weather in which to enjoy getting out and about with our furry friends again.

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A daily guide to some of the local clubs and groups in your area

Mon d ay Soroptimist International Amber Valley Firs House Alfreton, The Womens International Service Organisation - a global voice for women, 2nd Monday of the month, 01773 745082 or 748606 South Normanton Gardeners Association 7.30pm, Post Mill Centre, 2nd Monday of the month, Contact Nigel, 01773 811429 E.M.J.J.A Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo Club, 7.30-9pm, Alfreton Community Hall, £5 Lesson first one free, Contact Sensei D.Kershaw, 07840 327134, darrenker@sky.com South Normanton Striders 6.30pm, Fredrick Gent School, Contact Rob, 07962 308933, www. activityderbyshire.co.uk/jog Newton & District - OAP Club, 7-9pm, Newton Community Centre, Musical Entertainment, 01773 873414 The Base Youth Club 5-7pm, The Base South Normanton, School Years 6-8, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org SNAP Detached Youth Work 5-7pm, South St Recreational Ground, School 6-11, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Little Stars Toddler Group 1-2.30pm, St Helens Church Selston, Term time only. £1.50 for first child, extra children 50p each. Please bring a drink for your child/ children. Adults receive a hot drink with snack for children.

Jacksdale and Selston Community Church Monday Prayer Meeting, 8pm, Franklin Road, Jacksdale, Contact Russ Clarke or Ryan Clarke, 07964 726385 or 07807 002201, jcsccontact@gmail.com Kirkby Men in Sheds 9am - 12pm, St Thomas’ Church Hall, Kirkby In Ashfield NG17 7DX, Contact Chris, 07961 080284 Café 22 Community Café 9.30am - 12pm, The Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Not Bank Holidays.

Drinks/Café free to all, donations welcomed, 01623 758974 Rattle Rhyme and Roll, 10.30 - 11am, Kirkby Library, Ashfield Precinct, Kirkby, FREE, relaxed, friendly nursery rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers. During Term time only, 01623 753236 1st Selston Cubs, 6.45 - 8.15pm, Dove Green Methodist Church, Selston, 8 - 10.5 years, 0115 952 3617, office@notts-scouts.org.uk

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NRAS Chesterfield ( National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society) 6.30-8pm, Tesco Clay Cross Community Room, 1st Tuesday of the month, 01628 823524 SNAP Detached Youth Work 5-7pm, South St Recreational Ground, School 6-11, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Forest Gump Joggers 6.15pm, Fredrick Gent School, Beginners Jogging Group, Contact Heather, 07983 51273, www.activederbyshire.co.uk West Ashfield Rotary Club 6.45pm for 7pm start, Derbyshire Hotel, Contact Mike, 01773 609942 1st Selston Beavers, 6.45 - 7.45pm, Dove Green Methodist Church, Selston, 6 - 8 years, 0115 952 3617, office@notts-scouts.org.uk

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Mini Roarers Toddler Group 9.45-11.30am, J28 Church, South Normanton, Ages 4 & under.

Term time only. £1.50 for first child, extra children 50p each.

Please bring a drink for your child/children. Adults receive a hot drink with snack for children., 01773 810410, admin@j28church.com Breathe Easy Group 1.30-3.30pm , Post Mill Centre, 3rd Tuesday of the month. For people and supporters of sufferers of lung related illnesses including asthma and COPD., Contact Ros, 01773 831990 South Normanton Dramatic Society 7.30-10pm, Post Mill Centre, 3rd Tuesday of the month, www. facebook.com/SNorDS@gmail.com for more details, Contact Ian, sthnrmds@gmail.com Messy Play 9.15-10.30am, Pinxton Parish Hall, 15months-3 years £2 NEW Sensory Play Pinxton Nursery School, 0-18 Months The Base Girls Night 5-7pm, Pinxton Youth Centre, School Years 7-11, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Derby A Capella, 7.30pm - 10pm, Chester Green Community Centre, City Road, DE1 3SA, Contact Gordon, 01332 518594, gordonsavage@yahoo.co.uk Kirkby Rotary Club 6.30 for 7pm, Summit Centre, Kirkby (2nd Tues), Coxmoor Golf Club (4th Tues), www.kirkbyrotary.org.uk, Contact Philip Hurt, 01623 305471 Seesaw Toddler Group 9.30am - 11.15am (term time), The Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Free, 01623 758974 Jacksdale Dollies WI, 7pm, Tin Hat Centre, 4th Tuesday of the

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Oakwood Royal British Legion 8.30-10.30pm, Oakwood Community Centre, All welcome for socials and branch meetings, 01332 679282 AVRUFC Senior Section 7-8.30pm, Amber Valley RUFC, For Training during closed season, Contact Stuart Artliff or Gareth Pilkington, 07966 867946/07722 366157 Baby Group 1-3pm, Pinxton Nursery School, All under 1’s welcome, 01773 863105 E.M.J.J.A Jiu Jitsu & Kobudo Club 7-8pm, Alfreton Leisure Centre, £5 lesson first one free, Contact Sensei D.Kershaw, 07840 327134, darrenker@sky.com Salvation Army Fellowship 7pm, Salvation Army Market Street, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellors, 07855 455093/01773 783386 South Normanton WI 7.30pm, Post Mill Centre, Friendly Group with a variety of ages, 07580 635589 Selston Wednesday Club 10.15-12.15pm, Parish Hall, Selston, Active Group for the over 50’s.

Table Tennis, Kurling, Dancing, Keep Fit, Carpet Bowls & Croquet, Contact Maxine, 01773 719444 Zion Methodist Freedom Project 9am - 1pm, Zion Methodist Church Market Street, South Normanton, Free community café. Advice on housing, debt and benefits. Access to Foodbank., 0300 302 0334 Derbyshire Wildlife Trust, Riddings Community Centre, 2nd Wednesday of the month, Raffle and Speaker with Topics of Interest Jacksdale and Selston Community Church - Bible Study, 7.30pm, Franklin Road, Jacksdale, Contact Russ Clarke or Ryan Clarke, 07964 726385 or 07807 002201, jcsccontact@gmail.com

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The Base Lads Night 5.30-7.30pm, The Base South Normanton, School Years 7 - 11, 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Leabrooks Art Club 7-9pm, Hathersage Drive Community Centre, Contact Carol, 01773 603707 Alfreton & District U3A 2pm, Christ the King Church Hall, 2nd Thursday of the month, Contact Gill , 01773 608863, gilldawe@gmail.com Alfreton Male Voice Choir Rehearsals 6.45pm, Palmer Moorwood Social Club, New members welcome. No audition just a love of singing, 01773 833391 Platinum Seniors J28 Church, The Common, South Normanton, 1st Thursday of the month, Come along for an hour of fellowship followed by a light tea and refreshments., 01773 810410, admin@j28church.com, www.j28church.com Newton Toddler Group 1-3pm, Newton Community Centre, Term time only, Contact Kathryn, 01773 872031 Newton Methodist Church Coffee & Chat 10-11.30am, Newton Methodist Church The Base Pinxton 6-7.30pm, Pinxton Youth Centre, School Years 6-11 , 01773 510882, www.snapyouth.org Together Time @ Zion - Stay and Play (Toddler Group), 9am - 11am, Zion Methodist Church Market Street, South Normanton, for parents and children from birth to school age , Contact Freda Ludlum, 01773 811875 Youth Club Drop-in 6 - 8pm, The Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Term Time, 11-18s, Free, 01623 758974 Rattle Rhyme and Roll 2 - 2.30pm, Kirkby Library, Ashfield Precinct, Kirkby, FREE, relaxed, friendly nursery rhyme sessions for babies and toddlers. During Term time only, 01623 753236 St Wilfred’s Craft and Chat, 1.30 - 4pm, St Wilfred’s Church Hall, Kirkby, 01623 614867 Derby Roundabout Social Club 8-11pm, Rolls Royce Club, Moorways, Derby, DE24 9HY, A club for over 50s who may be Single or Widowed, Divorced or Separated. We are not a dating club, but a Private Members club that offers a wide range of activities to suit everyone. www.derbyroundabout.club, 07935 441 415, info@derbyroundabout.club 1st Selston Scouts, 6.45 - 8.45pm, Dove Green Methodist Church, Selston, 10.5 - 14 years, 0115 952 3617, office@notts-scouts.org.uk

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Toddler Group 9-11am, Pinxton Village Hall, 0-4 years £1.50 month, 01773 834281/747072 Seesaw Toddler Group 9.30am - 11.15am (term time), The Ashwood Centre, Kirkby, Free, 01623 758974 Kirkby Men in Sheds 9am - 3pm, St Thomas’ Church Hall, Kirkby In Ashfield NG17 7DX, Contact Chris, 07961 080284 Ashfield Harmony Choir 7 - 9.15pm, The Hill Methodist Church Hall, Kirkby, New members always welcome.

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Salvation Army Worship 10.30am, Salvation Army Market Street, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellor’s, 07855 455093/01773 783386

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St Michaels & All Angels Parish Church 10-12pm, South Normanton Parish Church, Last saturday of the month, Cakes & goods for sale to raise money for the building fund., Contact Stephen Potter, 01773 811273, stephen.potter55@gmail.com Nimble Fingers 2017, 10am-1pm, Jacksdale Community Centre, 4th Saturday of the month, Craft Group, all crafters welcome, Contact Sue, 01773 606884

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Table Top Sales 10-12pm, Riddings Park Community Centre, Entrance 20p. Sellers from 9am £5 per table. First Sunday of the month, Contact Pat, 01773 541794 Amber Valley Junior Rugby 10am, Lower Somercotes Opp. Pye Bridge, Kids 4-16 years, Contact Stuart Artliff or Gareth Pilkington, 07966 867946/07722 366157 Zion Methodist Morning Worship 10.45am, Zion Methodist , Market Street, Morning Worship, Contact Freda Ludlam, 01773 811875 J28 The Common 10.30am, J28 Church, South Normanton, With “Rock Stars Children’s Club” Evening service @5pm first Sunday of the month., 01773 810410, admin@j28church.com Salvation Army Fellowship 10.30am, Salvation Army Market Street, Contact Ruth Sheppard/Joan Mellor’s, 07855 455093/01773 783386 Community Church 10.45am, Birchwood Room, Postmill Centre, Children’s activities during the service, Contact Mark Oldershaw, 01773 811273 Jacksdale and Selston Community Church - Sunday Service, 10.30am & 6pm, Franklin Road, Jacksdale, Contact Russ Clarke or Ryan Clarke, 07964 726385 or 07807 002201, jcsccontact@gmail.com

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Girlguiding offers opportunities in the following sections: Rainbows aged 5 – 7yrs Brownies aged 7 – 10yrs Guides aged 10 – 14yrs Rangers aged 14-18yrs Adult Leaders 18yrs+ For more information about joining visit www.girlguiding.org.uk and click on ‘get involved’ to register your interest Amber Valley Gymnastics Club Monday to Friday evenings and all-day . Sessions range from beginners to competitive levels, with pre-school classes during term time ranging from parent and baby sessions to structured independent sessions. For information or to join please email ambervalleygymnastics@outlook.com tonebroom Pre-School We are open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, term time, 9.00am - 12.00pm. We offer places for children aged 2 - 5 years.

Stonebroom Village Hall, Cleveland Road. Tel: 07971 804 936 South Normanton Cricket Club is recruiting new players of any standard from the ages of 13 upwards. We play most Saturdays/Sundays at the Jim Simms Memorial Ground in South Normanton (next to the Boundry Pub) Meeting from 12.30. For more information please call 07984 316020 Bell Ringing At a church near you! Open to all ages (well almost all!) Free training, Contact Peter Jenkinson, 07707 711054, www.derbyda.org.uk/about/

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As Max Bygraves (and if you don’t know who he is/was, ask your grandma) once said...

Fings Ain’t Wot They Used to Be (Part 1)

Would you have ever thought that seemingly rationale human beings could become so devastated if they thought they had lost their phone? Did you think that the English language would see the introduction of more new words and phrases like OMG, BTW, 2nite, TX, LOL, GR8, B4N, BRB, BCNU, TMI etc... than at any time since the Norman Conquest?

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If you needed privacy, you had to put your coat on and go down the street to the nearest phone box. There were however, a number of problems with this option.

Would the box be vacant and even when it was, had it recently been used as a toilet? Would the phone be working? Did you have enough change? Could you remember the number? Besides all that, if there was no-one at the other end, you couldn’t just leave a message and would have to go home before repeating the entire process.

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If you tried to ignore her and turn away, she’d move round the outside of the box and look you in the eye. I defy anyone to continue whispering sweet nothings to whoever is listening at the other end of the line under that sort of pressure.

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