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Editors Note We have a new person writing articles for the Grapevine each month, Emma Snow has joined our writing team, we look forward to reading her column each month. I hope you all have a good Christmas and a safe and Happy New Year.

Christine

Christine Gough. Editor

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Along with the purchase of your home and family car, your soft furnishings are one of the largest investments you will make. Professional cleaning of your furnishings on a regular basis will extend their life considerably as well as keeping them hygienic and looking good.

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Christmas at Beeston Fields Recapture the magic of Christmas with fun-ﬁlled celebrations and enchanting winter menus at Beeston Fields. Festive Afternoon Tea Christmas Carvery £19.95Book Now for Party Nights! Enjoy a mouth-watering Every Sunday in December £12.95 meal with friends, family or 12-3pm Savour a selection of colleagues, then sing along or delectable finger sandwiches, Children £9.95 Soup of the day served with a bread roll and butter Breaded camembert salad with warm cranberry sauce Fan of Melon with winter berry compôte --------Help yourselves to the Carvery offering a choice of 3 roast meats, Yorkshire puddings, roast potatoes, stuffing, pigs in blankets, seasonal vegetables and a variety of sauces and gravy --------Wild winter berry pavlova with crunchy meringue and Chantilly cream Rich Chocolate tart served with orange crème anglaise Traditional Christmas pudding smothered in warm brandy sauce

Sunday Lunch with Santa Sunday 13th & 20th 12pm - 3pm Santa Claus is coming to Beeston Fields... he will be popping in to collect letters and hand out presents. Make sure you book a ticket with your Sunday lunch Menu for a chance to tell Santa how good you’ve been this year. £3.95

dance the night away to uplifting sounds of our resident DJ. Friday and Saturday nights throughout December - £25.95

freshly baked scones and sweet seasonal treats. Add a touch of elegance with a chilled glass of fizz. Advance booking is required. --------A selection of sandwiches to Cream of slow roasted carrot include and coriander soup topped with Turkey and cranberry, a swirl of chive crème fraîche Salmon and cucumber and egg accompanied by warm home mayonnaise baked bread roll ----------------Homemade scones with fresh Roasted loin of Derbyshire cream and strawberry jam pork, filled with apple and sage --------stuffing and served with whole Mince pies and a selection of grain mustard and cider jus seasonal fancies --------Tea and coffee Rich Belgian chocolate torte with winter berry compôte Booking times 12pm - 5pm Available throughout December must be booked Private hire is available for in advance parties of 50 or more from Add prosecco for £3 £25 per person for a standard Add soup of the day for £2 ticket or £50 for an all inclusive drinks ticket.

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PAUL ALLEN

Premier Clean are a local family business Over 10 years experience Specialists in Driveway & Patio Cleaning Professional pressure cleaning of all hard surfaces including: Driveways | Paths | Patioâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Decking | Walls Block Paving | Patterned Concrete Fully insured and all work carried out to the highest standard. *We also clean carpets, & suites inc. Leather, (see website). We cover Nottm & Derby.

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Do you know someone with dementia? Do you support someone living in the community with dementia? Then Beeston Memory Café is just the place for you! The Memory Café is a safe, friendly venue where anyone living in the community with dementia and those supporting them can meet. Cafe sessions include social activities, information and a chance to meet and get to know new people. The Cafe meets every 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month from 2.00pm to 4.00pm Venue: Middle Street Centre, Middle Street, Beeston NG9 2AR For more information about attending the Cafe or volunteering, please contact us: Telephone: 07960398700 or email: beestonmemorycafe1@btinternet.com.

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Home.

There’s no place like it. Being able to live at home can be one of the most important comforts in an older person’s life and because family and friends can’t always be there, Home Instead Senior Care are here to help. Our Caregivers take great pride in helping our clients to lead a more comfortable and confident life and offer a variety of services tailored to their individual needs. From an hour a day, to full time care, our service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Personal Budgets, Direct Payments or Private Funding arrangements

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NEW : Local teen Emma Snow writes about various topics and events each month in the Grapevine. “A voice for the young people in our Community”.

THIS MONTH- Emojis: Hieroglyphics for the 21st Century By Emma Snow What is emoji language I hear you ask? Well for those that don’t know, emojis allow users to express their feelings through symbols. Emoji language is something that the majority of young people use every day, thanks to Apple who made emojis particularly popular. On every social media website, whether it be Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or Snapchat, emojis are everywhere, making emoji usage pretty much unavoidable whether you like it or not. Are we stepping backwards with our language, because of the increasing and over use of emojis? Today, in language

we do use abbreviations and shortened versions of words, including creating new words like ‘Selfie’. We certainly don’t write masterpieces with beautiful language like Shakespeare, but times have changed. However, perhaps emojis add a whole new meaning to sentences, especially when chatting to friends and family over text or social media. It is so easy to become trapped into using one emoji to reply to a sentence, with all the variations, there is an emoji to enable the user to express their feelings. Emojis are an advancement in some ways, as technology has allowed emoji usage to become popular, but in terms of language, it is a step backwards but somehow adds something more to our messages. A message or statement without an emoji at the end to finish the sentence, can sometimes not imply the meaning enough. For example, if a sarcastic message is sent or received, the message could come across as being nasty without a ‘winking face emoji’. That is what messaging has become. Statistics show ‘72% of 18- to 25-yearolds find it easier to express their feelings in emoji pictures than through the written word’. In some ways this is true.

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The emoji represents the statement you are making, and helps add to the meaning. Maybe we are losing the fact that language can be crafted in a way that portrays what we actually want to say, without having to use an emoji to justify the specific meaning, or by using just one emoji to show an emotion, are we being lazy?

It could be argued that emojis have had a negative eﬀect on us. Emojis aren’t a step back as such. They haven’t completely taken over our language, as that would be slang. Emoji usage has just enhanced it. We use these in a casual manner; no one would write a job application and insert a few emojis. Emojis are there for a fun. Language is there to be crafted in a way so that we can use words and not emojis to create meaning. It could be suggested that emojis have a close link to hieroglyphics, as this was an actual language used by the Egyptians to represent letters and words. Emojis enhance our messages and can represent how we feel, they don’t replace our letters. But everyone will have their own opinion on the new-fangled way of communicating.

URGENT APPEAL Bramcote Animal Rescue are urgently wanting clean newspapers& blankets for their animals for the winter Please drop oﬀ at Bramcote Animal Rescue 6 Ash Tree Square, Bramcote, Nottingham NG9 3HJ Tel: 01159 220286 email: amanda@bramcote-rescue.co.uk

Opening times 1pm-3pm - Daily except Thursdays Telephone calls taken from 11am - 3pm Closed Thursday -other times by appointment They also require soft toys for the dogs and rabbits please, also any clean cat/dog beds cat scratching posts etc, plus dog & cat food. Thank you. Please visit website: www.bramcote-rescue.co.uk

James Hackett Drums and guitar tutor  Over 20 years’ experience  Graduate of Tech Music School in London  Valid DBS/CRB Certificate  Bass guitar and music theory also taught

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New Tree Edges Broxtowe Closer To 100,000 Target A new tree planted at Beeston Town Hall (Friday 4th December) has edged Broxtowe Borough Council one step closer to its 100,000 tree planting target by 2016. Tree Planting Mayor of Broxtowe, Councillor Susan Bagshaw assisted members of Beeston and District Civic Society in planting a Birch tree in the Town Hall grounds. The tree has been generously donated by the Society as a replacement for a dying lime tree and it is hoped the Birch will establish before the lime has to be removed. Leader of Broxtowe Borough Council and Portfolio Holder for Environment and Economic Development, Councillor Richard Jackson said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are incredibly grateful to the Civic Society for donating this tree and they are just one of the local community groups and schools that we have worked with over the past few years to support tree planting in the borough. Protecting and enhancing the environment is a priority for the Council and I am so pleased that we have nearly reached our 100,000 target." Barbara Selwood from Beeston and District Civic Society said: "We are always happy to support tree planting initiatives and it is with great pleasure that the Society has had the opportunity to donate a tree which will be for the benefit of the people of Beeston.We suggested that a native species was chosen, preferably that has some visual interest as well as being a good habitat for wildlife. We are very proud to be contributing to Broxtowe Borough Council's target of 100,000 trees." The Council's Parks and Open Spaces team is already developing plans for their next project to improve the green spaces in the Borough.

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New Year's Eve Thursday 31 December 2015 FREE This New Year's Eve, don't miss the traditional fireworks display launched from Nottingham Castle. New Year's Eve at Nottingham Castle The grounds of Nottingham Castle will also play host to live music and entertainment. There will be a bar and food and drinks stalls serving inside the grounds. A spectacular fireworks display from the Castle Green at midnight will be the perfect finale to see in the New Year. Entry to the event is FREE from 8pm. Turn up at the Castle gates on the night - first come first served. Don't miss the NEW themed children's display around 9:15pm and then the main display at midnight. Those unable to attend this event will still be able to enjoy the spectacular fireworks display at midnight which will be visible across the city. Please note that capacity is very limited for this event and once the grounds are full, visitors will be admitted on a one out / one in basis and the times of the children's display and performances may change.

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On a Mission in Nepal Leprosy is a bacterial disease caused by Mycobacterium leprae – a relative of the TB bacillus. It is essentially a disease of poverty. A quarter of a million cases are diagnosed globally each year. More than three million live with irreversible disabilities (e.g. blindness) as a result of late treatment. Throughout history, sufferers have been stigmatized, with entire families robbed of job opportunities, education and marriage prospects; dreams are shattered.

Saturday 23rd January 2016 Attenborough Village Hall Attenborough

Doors open 7.00pm On Stage 7.30pm In aid of the ‘Brick by Brick’ appeal of The Leprosy Mission Tickets £10 including Ploughman’s Supper from Cilla Lloyd 0115 9259544

Mick Towlson 0115 9137155

The Leprosy Mission supports tens of thousands of affected individuals each year. It helps to diagnose and treat the condition, to improve living conditions and to rehabilitate those who have lost the means to support themselves. It establishes a springboard to restored health, self-sufficiency and renewed hope. Its services are provided regardless of religion or ethnicity, promoting equality and social justice. April and May this year saw a devastating earthquake in Nepal where the Leprosy Mission runs one of the country’s largest hospitals. Thousands were killed, at least 23,000 injured. Fortunately the hospital survived and continues to function. Through its ‘Brick by Brick’ appeal, The Leprosy Mission now aims to help rebuild those hospitals, schools and villages flattened by the earthquake so that survivors can pick up their lives once more. Please help by joining us on January 23rd 2016 at our ‘60s Night’.

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Nottingham Centre Talks –New Year 2016 The Nottingham Centre (Supporting National Trust) starts the New Year with a talk on January 14th by Marion Wallwork: China from Shanghai to Bejing, at 2.15pm. January 28th: The Nottinghamshire Graveyard Project, by John Parker. This five-year project focuses on the heritage of every town and village in the county. Our churchyards contain a wealth of information about people and families, at 7.30pm February 11th: The Workhouse, by Sara Blair-Manning. Sara is the National Trust General Manager for North Nottinghamshire and South Lincolnshire. She will give an overview of Southwell Workhouse and look at plans in hand for the future, with an update on projects financially supported by the Nottingham Centre., at 2.15pm. February 25th: Women of Nottingham, by Val Wood. A look at how remarkable women have contributed to the history of Nottingham, at 7.30pm. All talks take place at the Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham. Admission is £3.00 for members, £4.00 for visitors, who are always welcome. For more information about the Nottingham Centre, contact: Barbara McDonald, Tel. 0115 9757800 .......................................................................................................................................

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Health & Well Being Banish Emotional Clutter! When my brother was in his late teen he would go to bed at night with a maths text book under his arm, which he would study avidly until the early hours of the morning. His unusual choice of bedtime reading reflected his passion for a subject he would later study at University, and use to launch his career. Imagine my surprise then, when he confided in me recently that he hadn’t looked at a maths book for years, and that he didn’t intend to do so in the future. There was no hint of regret – instead he seemed accepting of the fact that his love aﬀair with maths was over, and that now was the time to do something diﬀerent. Many of us give our homes a good clean and clear out at least once a year, but what we may not realise is that our own lives need a periodic clear out too, to get rid of damaging spiritual or emotional clutter that might cause us stress or unhappiness, and prevent us from making the most of our lives. Clutter is anything that we no longer have a use for, that we no longer like or love, or that has become totally disorganised. Because our lives are constantly changing, new experiences, interests, people and ideas may enter whilst others may leave. To make room

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Sandiacre Friesland Sports Centre throws open its doors next month for a free have-a-go evening to showcase its leisure facilities and what’s on offer. The Open Evening will be held on Monday 9 February between 4pm and 9pm and follows the recent £54,000 refurbishment of the gym, which has seen a new 33-station Technogym installed. Residents will be able to have a free health check on the new In-Body machine with experts on hand to advise on the detailed read out of things like body mass index, body composition and the muscle to fat ratio. Also on offer is: Free beginners squash taster sessions between 5.45pm-7.15pm for anyone aged 14 and over. Free hi/low aerobics between 7pm-7.30pm and body tone exercise session between 7.30pm-8pm. Free taster session for the new recreational badminton classes between 7.30pm-9pm. Pre-book a free trial in the gym at ladies only sessions at 5pm and 7pm. Free gym trial for everyone at 6pm and 8pm which need to be pre-booked. Councillor Mike Wallis, Erewash Borough Council’s Lead Member for Culture and Leisure, says: “It is always a delight to be able to showcase the top class facilities and exercise sessions we have on offer and we look forward to welcoming residents young and old to Sandiacre Friesland Sports Centre. It’s all completely free – so just go along and take a tour, find out more and have a go at the sessions on offer.” Visitors to the Open Evening will also be able to pick up a free seven day membership to try out the facilities for a week. Anyone wanting to prebook a free gym trial should contact Sandiacre Friesland Sports Centre on 0115 949 0400 or call in to the centre, which is on Nursery Avenue, Sandiacre.

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SCHOOLCHILDREN SPREAD FESTIVE CHEER WITH CAROLS School children from Round Hill Primary School brought some festive cheer to Beeston yesterday as they paid a special visit to the Council OďŹ&#x192;ces to entertain visitors and employees with a Christmas Carol Concert. The children from Years 5 and 6 sang a range of well-known Christmas songs including Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer, White Christmas, Away in A Manger and Silent Night for a packed audience, with mince pies and squash on oďŹ&#x20AC;er afterwards.

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Lakeside Arts Gallery Art Groups Gallery Art Group is the place to be if you love art and design! Artists working with the gallery art groups take their inspiration from Lakeside's exciting exhibition programme. Join them for painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, printmaking, textiles, crafts and other multi-media art forms in an experimental, sociable environment, with an emphasis on imagination and creativity. There are three groups: open to 8 – 10 years , 11 – 13 years and 14-18 years. Each operate during term time only.Many members choose to take their Arts Awards while attending Gallery Art Group.New members are always welcome. To book or for more information, please contact the Box Office on 0115 846 7777. Lakeside Youth Theatre Lakeside currently runs four youth theatre groups for children and young people aged 5-7 (Little Lakesiders), 8-10, 11-13 and 14+. Meeting weekly during term time, the sessions cover a broad range of theatre skills including devising and improvising, text, mask, mime, dance and music. Participants have opportunities to perform to an audience, attend theatre trips, and experience other areas of theatre. Sessions for older students have a reputation for strong ensemble work and the weekly sessions offer a platform for members to create and develop theatre using their own ideas. There is a chance to work with some exciting artists, performers and professionals, to perform in some unusual spaces, and devise new and exciting work.Many members choose to complete Arts Awards while attending Lakeside Youth Theatre. New members are always welcome. For more information about any aspect of Lakeside Youth Theatre and Little Lakesiders, please contact Emily Dawkes on 0115 846 7185 or emily.dawkes@nottingham.ac.uk. To check availability or to book a place, please contact our Box Office on 0115 846 7777.

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........................................................................................................................................... Patients urged to order repeat prescriptions in time for Christmas and New Year. Health leaders in Nottinghamshire advising patients not to leave it too late to order and collect repeat prescriptions this Christmas. Running out of daily medication over the festive period could have serious consequences for patients who rely on them to control heart and breathing problems. Many GP practices will have limited opening hours during the Christmas holidays and the majority of pharmacies will also be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Dr Guy Mansford, GP and chief clinical oﬃcer for NHS Nottingham West Clinical Commissioning Group said: “ The busy festive period can make it difficult to remember the important, everyday things such as ordering repeat prescriptions. This is especially important, as those with long term conditions rely on their prescribed medication to help them keep their condition under control. It's important to order repeat prescriptions at least a week in advance so that the festive season can be enjoyed in good health”. People are also being advised to double check that they are prepared with suﬃcient over-the-counter remedies so that minor illnesses and injuries can be managed at home. Local pharmacies can provide useful advice and deal with minor ailments without people having to see their GP about winter bugs like coughs, colds, sore throats, stomach upsets and flu.

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THE PEARSON CENTRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE HUMPTY DUMPTY PANTOMIME The Pearson Centre for Young People, Beeston are performing their 66th Annual Pantomime, Humpty Dumpty, from Thursday 28th to Saturday 30th January 2016. The cast comprises of members from 17th Nottingham BB and 30th Nottingham GB. Following a successful debut Principal Girl performance last year – Megan Ashmore will be playing the part of Princess Sweet alongside Principal Boy – Cerys Sullivan. Cerys will be making her Principal Boy debut. A number of other senior members are making their principal character debut with Emily Deehan as Fairy Flight, Thomas Jowett playing the Queen and Humpty Dumpty being performed by Sam Green. Leanne Brady and Kay Sullivan, Joint Producers and Directors commented ‘Our 66th annual pantomime this year is Humpty Dumpty, which sees several of our young people in major principle roles. All the cast - both old and new to pantomime are extremely enthusiastic and are looking forward to the performances in January.

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Councils are to start issuing fines for parking in dropped kerbs.

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Councils are to begin issuing penalty notices to Nottinghamshire motorists who park their cars across dropped kerbs.

Tickets will be issued from Monday, December 14, and fines will be set at £70, reduced to £35 if paid within 14 days.

Nottinghamshire County Council says local district council oﬃcers will be given the power start issuing the fines from Monday, December 14.

The council added a vehicle does not have to be fully obstructing the crossing point area to get a ticket.

Peter Goode, the authority’s traﬃc manager, said: “Dropped kerbs are provided to help pedestrians cross the road, enable wheelchairs to pass from footway to carriageway and help visually impaired and blind people to know which direction to take. “Any part of a vehicle encroaching into the crossing area can create an obstruction.” Action will focus on giving penalty charge notices to vehicles that are obstructing pedestrian crossing points.

A civil enforcement oﬃcer can issue a penalty charge notice if any part of the vehicle is blocking the area. The Highway Code already advises drivers not to stop or park where a kerb has been lowered to help wheelchair users and powered mobility scooters. Nottingham City Council already penalises drivers for parking on dropped kerb crossings. By Chris Breese, Notts TV and Stapleford Community Group

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A message fromStapleford and District U3A Since our first meeting in April our membership has grown from month to month and we now have a total of 75 members. The eleven interest groups are well attended and we are hoping to add two new groups in the new year. We were pleased to welcome Councillor Ray Darby the Mayor of Stapleford to our first Christmas Social which was well attended and consisted of songs by the “singing for fun group,” a Christmas reading, various other entertainment, and finally followed by a buﬀet. We now look forward to 2016 when we hope people who want to make friends and have some fun, will come along and join us at our meetings on the first Wednesday of every month 2pm at the Methodist Church, Eatons Road Stapleford NG9 7EB, for further information please telephone

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The Silver Line Helpline The Silver Line is the confidential, free helpline for older people across the UK open every day and night of the year. The specially trained helpline staff: Offer information, friendship and advice, link callers to local groups and services. Offer regular befriending calls. Protect and support those who are suffering abuse and neglect. If you or someone you know feels particularly lonely or vulnerable over the Christmas Holidays, please do not sit in silence – call the Silver Line Helpline on

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Stapleford Pub Crawl to raise money for Amelia was a huge success! Thanks to Julie Pearson Julie Ann Shorter and Greg Mason for helping count the coins. GRAND TOTAL £1507.38. Well done to everyone who helped and contributed. by Stapleford Community Group

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Note from Stapleford Councillors Stapleford Councillors have taken the decision to combine all Stapleford CATs into one. This means that the Stapleford North CAT organised for 8 October is now cancelled, this was partially due to Pastures Road Community Church not being available. It is planned that meetings will be held at diﬀerent venues when they are available but Councillors felt that the Meeting Place is fairly central. All 6 Broxtowe Borough Councillors have been invited to attend the meetings. Councillors want to work together to serve Stapleford better. There will be 4 meetings held over the year, the dates for these are: Thursday 21st January 2016 · Thursday 21st January Thursday 21st April 2016 · Thursday 21st April Thursday 21st July 2016 · Thursday 21st July Thursday 20th October 2016 · Thursday 20th October Sent on behalf of Stapleford Councillors - Richard MacRae - Stapleford Community Group

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TRAINING PARTNERSHIP SECURES APPRENTICESHIP FOR STUDENT A LOCAL STUDENT has secured an apprenticeship thanks to a training partnership between Broxtowe Borough Council and its construction partner, United Living and Central College Nottingham. Thomas Orrey, 19, from Bingham, is currently studying for an NVQ 3 Diploma in Electrical Installation and is just one of one hundred students to take part in work placements with United Living this academic year. After completing one of week work experience in October 2015, Thomas was given the opportunity to apply for Farrendale’s Apprenticeship programme and was successful in gaining a much sought after Apprenticeship, while completing his studies at the College. Thomas’ success highlights the benefits of this the new training partnership. Thomas said: “I’m grateful for the opportunity and training I received with United Living as this has enabled me to meet and work for Farrendale Electrical contractors. I’m now able to fulfil my ambition to become a fully Qualified electrician. Without the help from United Living I would not be in full time 52

work with an electrical contractor that is helping me to complete my NVQ 3.” Leader of Broxtowe Borough Council and Portfolio Holder for Environment and Economic Development, Councillor Richard Jackson said: "Thomas is a real success story of the training partnership and the Council is incredibly proud of this initiative which will equip three construction students a week with practical experience and an opportunity to gain valuable skills. “It is always pleasing to hear of a local teenager getting the opportunity to come into the construction industry with an apprenticeship. United Living wishes Thomas all the support he needs to complete his training going forward” said Richard Baker, Director of United Living. Terry Brickles, Head of School for Construction at Central College Nottingham, said: “Central oﬀers hands-on construction training at our Beeston Centre, but industry work experience helps us prepare students for the world of work. Partnerships such as this go towards developing the next generation of skilled trades professionals.”

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TRAINING PARTNERSHIP SECURES APPRENTICESHIP FOR STUDENT continued Around three construction students a week from the college will be oﬀered practical experience and an opportunity to gain valuable skills in a range of trades including plumbing, joinery, painting, plastering and electrical work. The students’ eﬀorts will support local communities in residential areas that are administered by Broxtowe Council’s Housing Modernisations Contract - a seven year agreement to upgrade managed homes across West Nottinghamshire. They will be

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Book Review by Clare Lyons

The Age of Miracles by Karen Thompson Walker

This is a very unusual book, it’s really a teen fiction but this wasn’t obviously apparent from the cover or content. It’s about a future in which time starts to stretch, so minutes and hours take longer and mankind’s grip on the order of time is lost. It’s a fascinating idea, and very cleverly explored as the animals suﬀer, the magnetic fields change and people have to choose how to respond – with the conflicts that those choices create. The whole event is seen through the eyes of awkward teenager Julia who has other problems getting to grips with the rest of life. It’s a thoughtful and thought provoking book, well written and interesting to read. There is no catastrophic ending, it’s all a bit airy fairy but that allows the reader to decide what they think would happen… If you fancy a change it’s definitely worth a go, this is Thompson Walkers first book and hopefully more original ideas will follow. Children’s Choice

Aerodynamics of Biscuits by Clare Helen Welsh and Sophia Touliatou

Well the title is good enough reason to read this book, and the illustrations make it even more fun. There are pirate mice and a very hungry boy who must work together to make a biscuit rocket – it’s perfectly ridiculous and silly which is sometimes just what everyone needs at the end of the day. It leads to lots of riotous discussions about other foods that might make good space ships, and even lead to a very creative colouring session at our house as we all designed new biscuits. This is the only book by Welsh currently, but we hope there will be more. www.mrsaverageevaluates.wordpress.com 56

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Become Debt Free in 2016 British credit card holders owe an average of £2,000 on their plastic. To clear a debt of £2,000 on a card with an interest rate of 17% will take two years assuming a monthly repayment of £100. To clear that £2,000 with a monthly payment of a more affordable £30 (at 17%) will take 17 YEARS. But people are turning to other ways of borrowing, including payday lenders, friends, family, store cards and other loans for cars - even day-to-day living costs.According to one survey, average household debt now stands at around £13,000. To clear a debt of £13,000 at a modest 6% interest with a monthly repayment of £100 will also take around 17 years to clear. There are, however, plenty of simple ways to make significant savings on your regular spending that could clear your debt in less than a year. One of the golden rules of financial planning is to clear your most expensive debts first, in other words your credit cards. OK, credit cards offer a convenient way to pay for goods and services but if you can’t clear the balance every month, consider a low-cost loan as an alternative. Do the sums: a credit card debt (APR 16.8%) of £2,500 over five years will cost £1,212 in interest. A loan at 7.8% will cost £527. A saving of £685. More ways to save money Don’t buy designer labels Celebrities are given expensive clothes to wear. You’re not. Thankfully, millions of people have woken up to this and buy copycat fashions from the likes of Asos, and various other outlets. If you’re still tempted, face up to the fact that you may only wear the outfit once. Can you justify paying hundreds of pounds for a name? And can you honestly say you can tell the difference at a distance between a £600 designer bag and a £9.99 one from the market?

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Wollaton Natural History Society If Old Trees Could Talk! We start the New Year on Wednesday January 20th with this talk by Debbie Alston. Veteran trees are full of character -we will hear some of their stories and uncover why they are so good for wildlife. We meet at St Leonard's Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton (opposite the library) at 7.30pm. Visitors are very welcome at ÂŁ3.50 on the door. Christmas Treecycling -Treetops Save yourself the mess and stress of disposing of your Christmas tree this year, and donate to Treetops Hospice Care to have your tree collected and recycled. Sat, 09 January 2016 - Sun, 10 January 2016 Time- All day Venue Leave your tree at your front gate On Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th January 2016 we have an army of volunteers waiting to collect real Christmas trees to be recycled, and all you need to do to be involved is leave your tree at your front gate and make a donation to support our work caring for people in your local community. BOOK NOW call 0115 9491264 Please check the postcode list below to see if we are collecting trees in your area. Please note, if you donate but are not in one of the postcodes shown below, we wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be able to collect your tree! DE21 (5) DE22 (1,2,5) DE56 (0,1,4) DE72 (3) NG9, NG10 To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 Dec/Jan MAIN 2016.indd 59

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Christmas or New Year Breakfast for 8 people

Having people over to stay at Christmas or New Year, why not give them a tasty breakfast? Serves 8. Prep 20 mins. Cook 50 min approx.

Ingredients 12 slices bacon 1/4 cup butter, melted Salted and Unsalted Butter 1-lb 3 cups croutons 2 cups grated Cheddar cheese 6 eggs 1 3/4 cups milk 1 bell pepper (any color), diced 1 tablespoon prepared mustard salt and pepper to taste

Method Place bacon in a large, deep skillet or pan. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown. Drain, crumble and set aside. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Melt butter in the microwave, or in a small pan on the stove over low heat. Spray a 9x12 inch baking dish with vegetable spray. Place croutons in the bottom of the dish, and drizzle with melted butter. Sprinkle with grated Cheddar cheese. Crack the eggs into a bowl, whisking to break up the yolks. Add milk, peppers, mustard, salt, and pepper, and beat until well-combined. Pour over the croutons and cheese, and sprinkle with crumbled bacon. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to stand 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle the top with chopped fresh chives or finely chopped spring onion. (Optional) Tip Aluminum foil can be used to keep food moist, cook it evenly, and cleaning up easier. This recipe is ideal for catering for a number of people, as can be served up all in one go.

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0115 9391555 / 07903354171 mark@renuoven.co.uk The Erewash Valley Cycling Club is launching a summer recruitment drive to mark its 35th anniversary. New members of all ages and abilities are being sought to boost numbers on the club's Wednesday and Sunday runs. "Our midweek social rides are aimed at older and retired folk who want to enjoy a gentle ride in good company," says organising secretary Malcolm Griffin. "Sunday riders have a choice of short or long runs depending on their abilities... and nobody gets left behind!" Most rides use cycle tracks, canal towpaths and quiet roads where possible, though some riding in traffic is inevitable. "We would like to see more women joining the club, particularly the Wednesday section," adds Malcolm. Details from Malcolm on (0115) 939 7060 (leave message), e.mail malcolmgriffin@talktalk.net or write to 6 Westerlands, Stapleford, Notts, NG9 7JG.

We Need YOU! Do you hear the people sing ? Sandiacre Male Voice Choir is formed of around 30 Gentlemen. We are looking for new members to join our ranks. You don't need to read music. We can help with that. You just need to enjoy singing. We meet once a week, and regularly perform to help local, national and international charities.

Come down to Sandiacre Methodist Hall (Butt Street, Sandiacre) on a Monday night (7.30 Prompt) and listen or join in. No obligation, you would be made to feel most welcome. For more information on booking or joining the choir please contact the choir Secretary, Anthony Taylor on 0115 877 8669.

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COCKTAILS

Blu Fizz Cocktail If you’re pushing the boat out and having a bottle of champagne with your Christmas or New Year lunch main course, adding a dash of cocktail liqueur can transform it to something even more exotic. Why not add a dash of De Kuyper Blue Curaçao to create a Blu Fizz cocktail – or if you prefer to be a little more conventional, try a classic Kir Royale made with champagne and a generous dash of De Kuyper Crème de Cassis. Method: Pour the De Kuyper Blue Curaçao into the flute glass and top up with the champagne. As an alternative to champagne, we suggest that you use another dry (Brut) sparkling wine such as Cava. Garnish: Sliver of lemon peel – if desired Taste: Fruity

Seabreeze Cocktail Ingredients: 2 Measures Vodka 4 Measures Cranberry Juice 2 Measures Grapefruit Juice* Please note: Volume, units and ABV values are approximations only. in-the-spirit classifies one shot as a measure of 2.5cl or 25ml Method:

Build over cubed ice. Lime wedge squeezed into drink.

Mai Tai

Ingredients: 2 Measures Dark Rum 1 Drop Angostura Bitters 0.5 Measure De Kuyper Dry Orange 0.5 Measure De Kuyper Apricot Brandy 0.5 Measure Pineapple Juice 0.5 Measure Lime Juice Method: Shake all ingredients with ice and strain into a glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish: Lime wedge with fresh mint Taste: Fruity

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PRIORY CELTIC TAKE ON WALKING FOOTBALL A KIMBERLEY FOOTBALL TEAM are feeling the benefits of a new footballing challenge after joining forces with Priory Celtic to bring walking football to people of all ages and abilities. The weekly Walking Football sessions, organised by Broxtowe Borough Council’s Sport Development team, Broxtowe Sport have been running for over 3 years and have become so popular that a second session has been set up in partnership with Priory Celtic to extend the club’s current oﬀerings of juniors, seniors and a Veterans team. Sessions will now include: Mondays, 11.00am until 12.00pm at Kimberley Leisure Centre – supported by Broxtowe Sport Thursdays, 12.00pm until 1.00pm at Kimberley Leisure Centre – supported by Priory Celtic. Neil Gee, 69, from Dale Abbey currently takes part in the sessions. He said: “I bumped into a friend and he told me about Walking Football, I used to play years ago but had to stop due to knee problems. Walking Football is great because it’s less pressure on my joints. I enjoy the social aspect and look forward to it every week come rain or shine!” Sessions are £2 no need to book just turn up to either session. The team will also be entering a Walking Football Festival at The Forest Recreation Ground on Monday 30th November as part of their new merger. Walking Football is a specially modified version of the beautiful game which uses the same rules as five-a-side football, except participants are not allowed to run, only walk. The sessions are a great way for older people to keep fit, whether they are still active or returning to exercise, whilst socialising with other local people. Broxtowe Borough Council's sports development team, Broxtowe Sport, work with a variety of diﬀerent partners including residents, sports people, coaches, volunteers and clubs to improve the quality and range of sports provision in Broxtowe Borough. For more information please contact Broxtowe Borough Council on 0115 917 3572, email sport@broxtowe.gov.uk or visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/sportsevents

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It has been an exciting year for Long Eaton Dawnbreakers Rotary Club. Not only have they moved to a new home, Risley Hall Hotel but they have gained four new members. The four are Bob Harris, Jeremy Selwood, Tony Jowett and Lynn Gratton and take the total membership to 22. President Linda Jenkins said" All have fitted in brilliantly from the outset and all bring something new and fresh to the club. This keeps our energy levels and enthusiasm high which is important when we are so busy in helping the local community and having fun along the way.". Anyone interested in learning more about Rotary and Long Eaton Dawnbreakers can call Paul Burrows on 07539 228682 or visit the club's website: www.longeatondawnbreakers.org Our picture shows the new Rotarians with President Linda Jenkins. Paul Burrows 07539 228682 Tribute to a great local man. Former Stapleford PC Malcolm Jarvis (pictured right- on the right) sadly passed away last month. Malcolm Jarvis died at 11pm on November 14 just hours after he had celebrated his birthday with family and friends. He had been chairman of the Ilkeston Branch of The Royal British Legion in the town for a number of years and acted as their spokesman. “Our hearts and minds go out to Helen his wife. On the day all his family, wife, children and grandchildren were present to celebrate the day, but now his wife Helen and the rest are trying to come to terms with the shock of it all.” Malcolm had not been ill, in fact he was very fit. Many people will remember him from the many years he served as a Police Oﬃcer in Stapleford. In 1996 The History of Stapleford Police by Malcolm Jarvis was released in a limited edition. Featuring articles on many people in Stapleford.

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DIG IN STAPLEFORD

Your Community Allotment

Come & help your local community allotment! Open every Wed & Sat 10am - 12 noon Grow with us Learn new skills Enjoy fresh air and exercise Cooking sessions and workshops Family events throughout the year Wildlife area Make new friends

DIG IN is situated on the Albany allotment site (near the Man of Iron pub), Pasture Road, Stapleford NG9 8HZ. Trent Barton Nº 15 & 21 buses stop by the gate. The site has toilet facilities.

There is no charge to join our friendly group Tools, plants and materials are all provided

For further information

Telephone: 07943 700 302 Email: enquiries@diginstapleford.org.uk Visit: www.digincommunityallotment.blogspot.co.uk/

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Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide- meetings held on 4th Thursday of every month from 7pm to

9pm at the Flamstead Centre, Albert Street, Ilkeston DE7 5GU, for further information call Eric on 0115 9441117. between 9am-5pm Need help or advice call National Helpline : 0300 111 5065 9am to 9pm every day visit: www.uk-sobs.org.uk Alzheimers Society- 1st Floor, Castle Heights, 72 Maid Marian Way Nottingham, NG1 6BJ Tel: 0115 934 3800 email: nottingham@alzheimers.org.uk For local meetings and support groups in and around the area call the above number. Dementia Cafe- Every 2nd Tuesday of the month,10:30am - 12:30pm. Telephone: 0115 934 3800 email: nottsdass@alzheimers.org.uk Monthly group for people with dementia, near Wollaton, their carers and families to obtain information, support and take part in activities. Area served: Open to all Target group(s): People with Dementia and their carers, family and friends Depression Alliance- Nottingham Meets the 3rd Thursday of each month at The Bay Therapy Centre, Lady Bay, Nottingham Find us on twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/nottinghamdsg Find us on facebook: www.facebook.com/NottinghamDSG Phone: 0115 7270246 Website: http://www.meetup.com/Nottingham-Depression-Support-Group

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SUDUKO Each row, column and 3 x 3 box must contain the number 1 to 9 just once. This can be done by applying logic - you dont have to guess!

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Residents, businesses, employees and other organisations can now have their say on Nottinghamshire County Council’s budget plans for 2016/17. The County Council’s Policy Committee approved 58 new savings proposals which aim to reduce the Council’s annual running costs by more than £20m per year. The Council is seeking views on the proposals that aﬀect the public. People have until 5 February 2016 to register their views. The budget proposals are available to view and make comment on via the Council’s website: www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/budget A number of improvements have been made to the consultation process to make it easier than ever before for people to have their say. The website has been upgraded to make it easy to use on smartphones and tablets, as well as desktop computers and laptops. People registering their views will have the option of making a comment on as few or as many of the proposals as they like. For those without internet access, a consultation booklet including all the detailed budget proposals will be available to pick up from week commencing 21 December at any Nottinghamshire County Council library. Councillor Alan Rhodes, Leader of Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “With income reducing and demand

for our services increasing, the County Council remains in an extremely challenging financial position. Regrettably, as a result, a number of our services will be impacted either through a reduced oﬀer or an increase in charges. “However, we are continuing to do everything within our power to minimise the impact of reducing budgets on our residents by developing creative, innovative options for the way we deliver services and there are a number of examples of how we plan to do this in our proposals. “Everyone uses Council services, often without realising it and we support some of the most vulnerable people in the county. “It is vital you tell us what you think – we do listen. Following our budget consultation last year we changed a number of the initial proposals as a direct result of feedback from the public.” For the first time ever – and in recognition of the severity of the financial challenge facing the authority – the savings plans have been devised by councillors from all the main political groups working together. Councillor Kay Cutts, Leader of the Conservative Group at Nottinghamshire County Council, said: “All the major political parties at the County Council recognise that we have a responsibility to have a balanced budget to protect the services which people rely on every day.” Councillor Ken Rigby, Leader of the Liberal Democrat Group, endorsed the views of both Councillors Cutts and Rhodes. By Stapleford Community

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SAVE MONEY AND REDUCE FOOD WASTE AT CHRISTMAS: FREE training for Nottingham groups and businesses Did you know you can freeze stuﬃng? Or that bread actually goes stale quicker in the fridge? Christmas is a costly time of year. The Centre for Retail Research found that the average Nottingham household spend at Christmas last year was £775, with £216 of that being spent on food and drink. At a time when we are spending more, we also seem to waste more. One third of us think that we are likely to waste more food at Christmas than at any other time of year. So how can we make the most of our Christmas foods? Love Food Hate Waste is here to help. We are offering FREE training sessions in Nottingham for individuals, community groups and businesses who want to take an active role in reducing food waste. The sessions are fun and interactive with lots of activities for sharing handy hints, top tips and sound advice about what you can freeze, how to make the most of leftovers and the importance of meal planning. Previous sessions have been held with organisations including Nottingham Diabetic Group and Stapleford Community Group. All you need to do is gather a group of at least 15 people in a suitable venue and Love Food Hate Waste’s expert advisors will do the rest – for FREE! All attendees will receive a certificate and resource pack to help to spread the Love Food Hate Waste message amongst family, friends and colleagues. The sessions are available until the end of March 2016. Celebrity chef and Love Food Hate Waste ambassador Richard Fox, said: “I have been involved with Love Food Hate Waste for several years now, and I am passionate, in particular, about helping people to create mouth-watering meals from their leftovers. Love Food Hate Waste oﬀers straight-forward advice to help people to waste less and save more and I am proud to be supporting their campaign to reduce food waste.” For further information or to book a FREE training session in Nottingham, please contact: Allison.Czerwinka@wrap.org.uk or call: 01457 869 714. If we all stop wasting food that could have been eaten, the benefit to the planet would be the equivalent of taking 1 in 4 cars off the road. 68

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Winter warmer

SUDUKO

Butternut Squash and Lime Soup

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil 50g/1¾oz butter 200g/7oz onion, ﬁnely sliced 900g/2lb butternut squash, peeled, seeds removed and cut into 1cm/½in cubes Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 vegetable stock cubes 750ml/1¼ pint milk 1 lime, juice only

Each row, column and 3 x 3 box must contain the number 1 to 9 just once. This can be done by applyingmethod logic - you dont Preparation Heat the olive oil and the butter in a large saucepan, add the onion, cover and fry gently for 3-4 minutes. tosquash guess! Add have the butternut and continue to cook for a further 2-3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Add the vegetable stock cubes with 750ml/1¼ pint water and the milk and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook for six minutes, or until the butternut squash is tender. Transfer to a blender and pulse until smooth. Taste, and add more salt and pepper if required. Finish with a little lime juice. Serve with fresh crusty bread. 10- 30 mins cooking time - Serves approx 10 - can be frozen

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NEW PENSION FREEDOMS – EVERYONE SHOULD BE TAKING STEPS NOW New flexibility means anyone over 55 can take all their savings in cash, either all at once or as and when they need it. We need to raise awareness of what is likely to be a growing problem as hundreds of thousands of 55 plus savers gain access to pension lump sums. Also, the Flat Rate State Pension comes into operation in April 2016 and full details will be explained during the courses. We are a partner with the Pensions Service (Department for Work and Pensions) and any new legislation will be explained in full during the courses. We aim to keep the courses very friendly and informal with an emphasis on the psychological approach to retirement and how to occupy the extra hours of leisure people will experience in retirement. Many people sleep-walk into retirement and spend more time planning a fortnight’s holiday than their retirement which could last a good 30 odd years or so. If ever the nation needed a wake-up call, then this is it. During the course, each delegate will be able to have a 1:1 with the speakers and also full updates will be given in relation to all the new regulations, together with calculations on the date men and women will receive their State Pension. This course will be particularly helpful for women born between April and July 1953 as by bringing forward the new flat rate state pension to 2016, they will be better off. A 3 course buffet lunch will be provided, plus tea/coffee/biscuits on arrival and during the morning and afternoon breaks. A full pack of information, leaflets, booklets and magazines/ newspapers will be provided to take home and refer to after retirement and hand-outs will be provided by each speaker. The Beeston Office is open for anyone to visit as a Resource Centre and for further help after retirement. Places will need to be booked in advance as a charge will be made to cover lunches and admin. costs. Telephone NDPRC on 0115 922 3824, mobile 07790 851 584 or visit the website to book a place on line www.ndprc.org.uk Next courses take place on 25th – 27th January 2016, then monthly thereafter.

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LONG EATON OPERATIC SOCIETY’S NODA AWARD WINNING YOUTH GROUP PROUDLY PRESENTS

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Tickets £7 & £6 (Concessions Sat Matinee only)

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07864 033663

Chatsworth Centre Saturday mornings

Thursday 18th to Saturday 20th February 2016 Evenings at 7.30pm, Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm Duchess Theatre,

West Gate,

Long Eaton, NG10 1EF RSC Version. By L. Frank Baum. With Music and Lyrics of the MGM motion picture score By Harold Arlen and E.Y. Harburg. Background Music by Herbert Stothart Dance & Vocal Arrangement by Peter Howard Adapted by John Kane from the motion picture screenplay

This amateur production is given by arrangement with MusicScope and Stage Musicals Limited of New York

BROXTOWE BUILDING CONTROL MOVES TO EREWASH BUILDING CONTROL SERVICES provided by Broxtowe Borough Council has moved to Erewash Borough Council today (23rd November) as part of a new partnership between the two authorities to provide enhanced services. Whether you are a professional with years of experience or building an extension for the first time, Building Control will be an important part of helping to complete the project successfully and on time. Safety in and around buildings is of prime concern and the Building Control service helps make sure that your building project complies with building regulations, ensuring that standards are in place to protect you and anyone living or working in and around the building. Councillor Phillip Owen, Portfolio Holder for Strategic Planning at Broxtowe Borough Council, said: “Meeting Building Regulations is extremely important to ensure that an acceptable standard of health and safety is achieved for people in and around buildings. This new partnership will be a new opportunity for both Council’s to improve the services they already provide to help ensure that customers get their building projects completed to their satisfaction.” For more information, please contact Erewash Borough Council on 0115 907 2221, email buildingcontrol@erewash.gov.uk or visit www.erewash.gov.uk To advertise call 07854 990608 or visit our website www.beechpublications.co.uk GRAPEVINE-NG9 Dec/Jan MAIN 2016.indd 71

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Where everyone's talking about nature!

Beeston Wildlife Group, new talk season WILDLIFE IN THE HOME – A TALK BY NIGEL SLATER

18th January 2016

7.30pm - 9.30pm

Trent Vale Infants School, Trent Road, Beeston Rylands, Nottingham, NG9 1LP About the talk Whether we like it or not, our homes attract wildlife. Butterflies and ladybirds may bring a smile, but flies, spiders and their like are not welcomed. However, there is beauty in everything. This talk will teach you about our house guests. You may even grow to like them! This is a safari in your own home About the speaker Nigel is Beeston Rylands born and bred. He is inspired by the wildlife on his doorstep at Attenborough. He has been a volunteer at the nature reserve for forty years, guiding walks and enthusing about his surroundings. His passion is to entertain and educate.

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8 February 2016, The bottom end of down under…., Martin Butler st 21 March 2016, The changing seasons, Paul Hobson th 18 April 2016, Attenborough - The big year, Tim Sexton

Guided walks programme 2015 – 2016 venue Attenborough Nature Reserve (Everyone is welcome to all events and walks, just turn up!) rd

23 January 2016 th 13 February 2016 th 26 March 2016 rd 23 April 2016 st 21 May 2016 th 18 June 2016 th 16 July 2016 th 20 August 2016

Contact Nigel Slater 0115 9166518 Stuart Eggerton stuart.eggerton7@googlemail.com Email: beestonwildlifegroup@hotmail.co.uk or visit: www.attenboroughnaturecentre.co.uk/things to see and do/beeston wildlife group walks and talks Facebook at Beeston Wildlife Group

Twitter: @BeestonWildlife

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Carlton

Male Voice Choir

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SO YOU THINK YOU CAN SING? TERRY MOORE, Musical Director of the

CARLTON MALE VOICE CHOIR

is currently looking for beginners or experienced singers to join the choir and take part in the many concerts being planned in the UK and overseas. Wives of the choir travel too, which adds to the active social life of the choir. Local members of the choir could assist you in transort to Carlton if needed. Terry is waiting to hear from you. Please give him a call. Tel: 01623 471401 or 01623 633881 See choir website: www.carltonmvc.org

Nottingham Symphonic Wind Orchestra is one of the leading amateur wind orchestras in the UK. Guided by musical director Keiron Anderson, highlights include broadcasts on Radio 3 and Classic FM. Concerts are given in support of charity with over £100,000 raised since 1987. In 2016 NSWO are supporting Rainbows Hospice. Next Concert - Stage and Screen Spectacular - hear Nottinghams’ award winning group perform a selection of music from film and musical theatre. Saturday 6th February 7:30 pm The Crossing Church and Centre, Newcastle Street,Worksop, S20 2AT Tickets £10, concessions £9, under 16s £4 available from Windblowers 0115 9410543 and The Crossing - 01909 475421. www.nottinghamsymphonicwinds.org.uk

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Friends of Colliers Wood celebrates Britain’s ancient yews Friends of Colliers Wood has planted a yew tree propagated from an ancient tree over a thousand years old as part of The Conservation Foundation’s We Love Yew campaign to protect Britain’s ancient yew heritage. The young yew is one of 800 being planted across Britain to celebrate this year’s 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, when it is thought the Ankerwycke yew provided shelter for King John during its sealing at Runnymede. Great Britain has one of the world’s greatest collections of ancient yews, all far older than the Magna Carta and, often being among the oldest living thing in the landscape, can each tell their own story. It is hoped that Colliers Wood young yew will live for just as long and one day will be able to tell its own story of the area’s history to future generations. The We Love Yew campaign aims to raise awareness of Britain’s yew tree heritage, encourage better management for yews and regenerate the population.David Shreeve, director of The Conservation Foundation said, “We are delighted that Friends of Colliers Wood are supporting Britain’s yew heritage by planting this special sapling. Our ancient yews are a very special part of our environment and cultural heritage. Over the centuries many important events, including the sealing of Magna Carta took place under a yew tree, which being evergreen, was reliably dry. They have their own myths and traditions. The yew is also a tree of contrast. Whilst it is well-known to have toxic qualities, it has also provided treatment for cancer suﬀerers.”He continues, “Yews make very few demands, but do need a little bit of TLC from time to time. They can be older than anything else in the landscape, but often have very little oﬃcial protection. They are already visited by large numbers of enthusiasts, but we hope this new project will encourage people to learn about their local yew and its place in the history of where they live and ensure they continue to grow for hundreds - possibly thousands more years.”Individuals and groups can plant their own yew and find out other ways to take part in the campaign at www.weloveyew.org

The Conservation Foundation: James Coleman; 020 7591 3111; james@conservationfoundation.co.uk Group contact details: secretary@friendsofcollierswood.org.uk

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Funeral firm marks 30 years as it launches its charity Christmas tree appeal

A Stapleford funeral firm took time out to reflect on three decades of serving local families at the launch of its annual Christmas tree appeal. Staﬀ at Gillotts Funeral Directors, in Derby Road, cut a celebratory cake and shared it out with visitors who dropped into the event, which took place on Saturday morning (Nov 21). Gillotts is operated by the Eastwood Funeral Partnership, which made company history when it opened its first branch oﬃce in Stapleford in 1985, operating the business alongside its original funeral home in Nottingham Road, Eastwood.It moved to its current Stapleford premises in 1997 and now also operates two further branches of Gillotts Funeral Directors, in Kimberley and Heanor.Visitors at the event on Saturday also remembered their loved ones by leaving messages on the branches of the tree, with the company pledging to give £1 for every message to this year’s chosen charity, the Kimberley-based Ryan Lee Trust.

30th anniversary with our customers at the same time. “The funeral industry has changed an awful lot since we opened our Stapleford oﬃce 30 years ago. “Funerals have become far more individualised celebrations of someone’s life since we opened the doors in Stapleford 30 years ago, and as a result we are much busier these days because of all the extra things we are asked to arrange, from motorcycle hearses to brightly coloured coﬃns and jazz bands.” Gillotts Funeral Directors is erecting Christmas trees

Joanne Hutsby, one of four funeral at all four of its funeral homes as part directors at Gillotts Funeral Directors, of the appeal, which has raised more said: “The launch of our Christmas than £15,000 over the years for a tree appeal is an important event at number of diﬀerent charities. our Stapleford branch, but we wanted to use the opportunity to mark our 76 Please mention Grapevine when responding to advertisements. GRAPEVINE-NG9 Dec/Jan MAIN 2016.indd 76

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Funeral firm marks 30 years as it launches its charity Christmas tree appeal Continued

The Ryan Lee Trust was set up by Ryan’s parents, Deb and Shaun, following his death, aged just 15, in May 2010.The teenager had been diagnosed with five inoperable brain tumours in August the year before and his family decided to set up the Trust in his memory to raise money to buy specialist equipment for other families whose children were being treated for cancer.The charity also runs a drop-in cancer support centre, which provides advice and respite at its base in Main Street, Kimberley, and is now raising money to buy and renovate a fully equipped caravan in Norfolk, which its families will be able to visit for holidays. Gillotts is also hosting its Annual Memorial Christmas Church Service at St Mary’s Church, in Greasley, on Sunday, December 6, at 12pm. Last year, the company’s Christmas tree appeal raised £2,000 for the Rainbows Children’s Hospice in Loughborough, which cares for children from the EastMidlands with life-limiting illnesses. Photo left: Funeral arranger Hazel Gent and funeral director Alan Winfield, from Gillotts Funeral Directors, in Derby Road, Stapleford, cut a cake to celebrate the firm having served the town for 30 years.

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