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As the full extent of the Nepal Earthquake becomes apparent, our thoughts are with the people of Nepal and our humanitarian team on the ground. The days and weeks ahead are critical. Oxfam are already there providing clean water, sanitation and shelter to initially 350 000 people - but the need is immense. Having taken part in Emergency Challenge alongside the Humanitarian team, Oxfam wanted to update you on the situation and ask for your help.... We are working in four open air sites in the Kathmandu Valley - delivering water and building toilets. Over the coming days we will work with other agencies to provide clean water to 16 open air sites set up by the Government of Nepal and to provide food and shelter, while also expanding operations outside Kathmandu. Oxfam has so far raised more than half a million pounds from the UK public - a fantastic initial response but more is needed. More than 3.5 million people are estimated to have been affected by the earthquake which hit on Saturday. An Oxfam response team has been mobilised from India to assess the humanitarian situation in Gorkha, the hardest hit district. Oxfam is also assessing what needs to be done to help people in Lalitpur, Lumjung District and across the border in India in Sitamarhi and Darbanga. Mark Goldring, Oxfam GB CEO says: “We are extremely grateful for timely generosity of the British public but the scale of this crisis means that more is needed.” Immediate dangers are our first priority, but in the long term there’s a lot to be done. Oxfam will be there to help people rebuild their lives, but we need your support to do this. Please help by donating to Oxfam’s emergency response in Nepal http://www.oxfam.org.uk/what-we-do/emergency-response/nepal-earthquake Thank you for being part of the Emergency Challenge Midlands community, and if you did want to see what a day could be like for emergency responders in humanitarian crisis, spaces for June 2015 are still available. www.oxfam.org.uk/challenge/nottingham
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Twycross Zoo welcomes the return of giraffes in brand new exhibit... The Summer is a prime time for fun family days out and Twycross Zoo has reported healthy visitor numbers across the school holidays thanks to the pleasant warm weather, and the return of giraffes. The zoo has erected a brand new purpose-built facility which is now home to three male giraffes, Epesi, Setanta and Brad, who have travelled across land and sea to their new enclosure. The giraffes arrived in early April and have been settling in to their new surroundings and meeting each other for the first time, forming a bachelor group. Dr. Charlotte Macdonald, Director of Life Sciences says, “We are absolutely delighted to welcome giraffes back to Twycross Zoo. It is very important that captive bred animals maintain healthy genetics, and our three new males were all in need of a new habitat as part of European breeding programme recommendations because you cannot keep multiple males with females.”
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The giraffes are now residing in Twycross Zoo’s Giraffe Savannah, a purpose-built facility with a large house and communal stable area and outdoor paddocks that open on to a savannah grassland which runs parallel with Elephant Creek. Giraffe Savannah is the first brand new animal enclosure to be built as part of the zoo’s 20 year masterplan vision which was announced in March 2015. There are nine sub-species of giraffe, of which, Twycross Zoo now has two types. Epesi is a reticulated giraffe, currently six years old who transferred to Twycross Zoo from Colchester Zoo. Reticulated giraffes are native to Somalia and parts of Ethiopia and Kenya. Visitors will be able to tell Epesi apart from the other two males by his distinctive coat which has liver spots outlined by clearly defined white lines. Setanta and Brad, are both Baringo giraffes, a name derived from Lake Baringo in Kenya, but they are often more commonly known as Rothschild giraffes. This sub-species of giraffe is native to Kenya and Uganda. The coat of a Baringo giraffe is a different shade from reticulated giraffes, and the markings stop at their knees to give the appearance of wearing long white stockings. They are also the only sub species of giraffe to have five ossicones – the term given to the horn-like structures on their heads. Setanta is currently 4 years old and travelled to Twycross Zoo from Fota Wildlife Park in Ireland, while Brad, the smallest of the three, is two years old and came from Flamingo Land in Yorkshire. Dr Macdonald continues, “The giraffes have been incredibly calm throughout their journeys to Twycross Zoo, and we are slowly introducing them to each other so that they will soon live harmoniously as a bachelor group. They have responded very well to their new surroundings and to our visitors who have been very excited to see them during the Easter holidays, and we expect to see them exploring the outside Savannah area very soon.” Twycross Zoo is open to the public from 10.00 to 18.00. For more information and to book tickets visit ww.twycrosszoo.org or call 0844 474 1777.
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THE HARDEST DECISION - CHOOSING WHICH ESTATE AGENT TO GO WITH... To help, I’ve put together eight must have’ ingredients to give your home the very best opportunity of selling fast for the best price. Here goes... 1. You need a local agent with a branch manager you can trust, who is themselves a local (like me!). They need to know the area and can give expert local advice. It also helps them strike up rapport with your buyers.
2. You want somebody to give you the correct valuation and not inflate the price and give you unrealistic expectations to trick you into signing up (and locking you into a long contract...)
3. There should be one point of contact from beginning to end. So the same person who values your house should also conduct the viewings and always be on hand to give you feedback And that includes giving you their mobile phone number so you can call for an update at any time
4. Accompanied viewings. The truth is that you more than
DOUBLE your chances of a sale by having accompanied viewings. Go without and your agent is shooting you in the foot.
5. Open 24/7 for telephone enquiries to book viewings or make offers.
People look for houses at the weekends or on evenings when most agents are shut! Your agent needs to be available when your buyers are ready and waiting to express their interest.
6. Allow buyers to book their own viewings and make offers online 24/7. By making it easy for your potential buyers, you’re more likely to get a sale quickly. 7. They must have exposure on all the major portals. So either Rightmove or Zoopla alone won’t cut it. They need to list on Primelocation as well to showcase your home to the maximum audience.
8. Their boards must stand out. There are so many houses for sale and agents boring boards all look the same. Boards are your property’s shop window. They need to stand out so that everybody notices them! More attention equals more viewers.
It’s a no brainer... With all of these techniques deployed, you’ll be giving your home the very best chance of a fast sale and achieving the best possible price and that includes giving you their mobile phone number so you can call for an update at any time. Good luck!
Call 0115 824 1008 or email will.williamson@ewemove.com
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Summer Season announced for the Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall...
The forthcoming summer season at the Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall Nottingham offers a thrilling mix of music, drama and comedy from June to August. In August, the Theatre Royal welcomes the return of the annual COLIN McINTYRE CLASSIC THRILLER SEASON featuring four intriguing murder mysteries to solve including Jekyll and Hyde, Suddenly at Home, Night Must Fall and Stage Struck. Some of the UK’s biggest musical theatre productions return to the Theatre Royal stage this summer, including DIRTY DANCING – The Classic Story on Stage, Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR and Cole Porter’s delightful comedy ANYTHING GOES, starring Shaun Williamson. The laughter continues with the disastrously accident-prone PETER PAN GOES WRONG and the West End smash hit EAST IS EAST, starring Pauline McLynn, at the Theatre Royal and with REGINALD D HUNTER at the Royal Concert Hall, visiting with his current tour. Families looking to have some summer fun together will enjoy the musical stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s ROOM ON THE BROOM at the Theatre Royal in July. Classical and world music at the Royal Concert Hall this summer includes a GOSPEL CONCERT featuring the Town Hall Gospel Choir Birmingham, and a return visit from INALA – A ZULU BALLET featuring the South African Grammy Award winning Ladysmith Black Mambazo. The HALLÉ orchestra returns as does the LONDON PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA and also OPERA NORTH with a concert staging of Wagner’s THE FLYING DUTCHMAN. Britain’s leading composer, DAVID ARNOLD, performs some of his greatest songs and scores with the CITY OF BIRMINGHAM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA. For music fans, big names visiting the Royal Concert Hall this summer include ELVIS COSTELLO, JANE McDONALD, BURT BACHARACH,THE OVERTONES, THE PIANO GUYS, THE MOODY BLUES and the award-winning FODEN’S BRASS BAND. Hits from the 1950s, 60s and 70s will be celebrated in the rock ‘n’ roll variety show THAT’LL BE THE DAY, soul’s 60s origins will be brought to life in SOUL LEGENDSand the best of the blues will feature in THE BLUES BROTHERS – The Smash Hit APPROVED. More information on all forthcoming events at the Theatre Royal and Royal Concert Hall Nottingham can be found at www.trch.co.uk. Tickets can be purchased online at www.trch.co.uk or through the box office on 0115 989 5555.
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LISTINGS FOR ROYAL CONCERT HALL NOTTINGHAM - JUNE DIRTY DANCING Tuesday 26 May – Saturday 13 Jun
Weds 17 THE MOODY BLUES Fri 19 REGINALD D HUNTER Sat 20 JANE McDONALD Thurs 25 THE DRIVE TIME CONCERT WITH THE HALLE Sat 27 SOUL LEGENDS Sun 28 DAVID ARNOLD with CITY OF BIRMINGHAM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ANYTHING GOES Tuesday 16 – Saturday 20 June SPAMALOT Monday 22 – Saturday 27 June JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR Tuesday 30 June – Saturday 4 July Tues 2 THE HALLE Fri 5 GOSPEL CONCERT Weds 10 THE PIANO GUYS Fri 12 THE OVERTONES Sat 13 LONDON PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA Sun 14 ELVIS COSTELLO Tues 16 AN EVENING WITH BOYCOTT & AGGERS
Tues 30 – Weds 1 July INALA – A ZULU BALLET
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get ready for summer The Hair Studio, Beeston is situated at 6 Regent Street near Broadgate Park. Sandra Jenks has owned the salon for six years along with Kim and Jayne, it is a successful business. “We are a small friendly Salon and always welcome new customers. With the excitement of summer around the corner now is the time to refresh that winter hair - It's only natural we adapt our look to suit the summer shades. This change doesn't need to be drastic or high maintenance but any change refreshes, revives and modernises our style. Summer is all about us feeling good about ourselves, from a new cut to a change of colour or refreshing that old look. At The Hair Studio we use extremely good quality products. Beautiful Blondes, Glossy Brunettes or Subtle Bronzes. We always take the time to listen to our clients, using shade charts, images or photographs that they wish to bring. Our team are able to visualise and give our advice as to how best your hair should look. We are open Tuesday to Saturday and our late nights are Weds/Thurs until 7.00pm. Please pop in for a free consultation - we are competitively priced!” The Hair Studio, 6 Regent Street Beeston Tel: 0115 922 0000 FEEL GREAT THIS SUMMER Cambridge Weight Plan provides flexible weight loss programmes for women and men. Our delicious soups, shakes, bars, savoury rice, spaghetti bolognese, vanilla rice pudding and porridge can be used as the sole source of nutrition or can be combined with conventional food for more gradual weight loss and weight management. • We offer friendly one-to-one support • Our programmes are flexible, convenient and easy to use • You’ll enjoy our great tasting products Your Cambridge Consultant will motivate and encourage you throughout your weight loss journey and once you reach your target, they’ll be there to help you maintain your fantastic new look! Call Mandy on 07960 645505 or Maureen on 07941 946803 BEST FOOT FORWARD What a joy to wake to blue skies and sunny days, a bit of a mix now and again it’s true but as in life, it’s a mixed bag of surprises. May is such a lovely month of expectation, lazy summer days ahead, time to prepare holiday plans and to shake out those lovely summery colours in our wardrobes. However, that is never the end to preparations. The best adornment for those gradually bronzing legs and feet, men and ladies too, are those rather nice sandals that have languished over winter just waiting for this time of year. Start right now with a foot treatment and soon you will be happily tiptoeing among the tulips! Call Marion for all your foot care needs on 0115 939 3662 and enjoy a treatment in the comfort of your own home.
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Beeston Gym is a local family run community based gym, open to all. Its friendly and welcoming atmosphere is well renowed amost its regular members and is often remarked upon by its passing trade. The Gym's low cost no nonsense appoach to its visitors has been welcomed by many and set to continue with no contracts, no direct debits, no joining fees or hidden extras, just pay and train! Based at reception you can find a fully stocked supplement shop offering a wide range of proteins, creatine and a host of products to enable you to reach your desired goals. A well stocked fridge also offers a wide range of drinks to help you while you train as well as our on counter Scoop Bar with sachets and scoops available for you to mix, shake and go. As a gym member you are entitled to a 10% discount off all the marked prices on the supplements. All products found in the shop can also be purchased online at; www.maxonenutrition.co.uk At Beeston Gym we actively participate in raising funds for Macmillan Cancer Support with our annual Bodybuilding Show aimed at encouraging beginners to take part along side the more experienced and some Pro's, to bring a community feel to training with a goal, the desire to succeed and help raise money for a much needed cause. Get help and advice on training plans, diet and much more from CM Fitness. For more details of any of the above just pop in and ask. If you are looking for a gym where you can take your training seriously with like minded people and is of more importance than lycra, headphones and television screens and no dress code then Beeston Gym is for you! Beeston Gym, 91 Humber Road, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2ET
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FESTIVAL SEASON IS KICKING OFF SOON! Will you be rocking your hair extensions this summer? The Styling Lounge are offering £30 off full head hair extensions (offer on until 1st July15) with free consultations giving you the confidence and look you will love for this summer. Hair extensions are not only for length, they add body and volume or even add a flash of colour. “We use racoon hair extensions, they are award winners and they do not damage your hair for more info call the salon on 0115 998 6274 . The styling lounge now offer beauty treatments. Kayleigh offers a variety of beauty treatments: • Massages • Fx semi permanent lashes • Hollywood smiles teeth whitening • Pedicures • Manicures • Waxing • Facials • Hopi ear candles • Spray tans • Nails - gel polish, acrylic, silk, fibreglass Whatever look you are going for this Summer, The Styling Lounge is the place to visit - their expert staff will transform you ready for a Summer to remember! Call 0115 998 6274 today.
OPEN YOUR MIND TO HEALING Alexandra Earley originally qualified as a Hypnotherapist in 2004, obtaining her Diploma from The College of Transformational Therapy in Nottingham. Alex has also recently completed an Advanced Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy. Alex also has certificates in hypnotherapy weight management and hypnotic gastric band therapies. “Since leaving University in 1998, I have always worked in the ‘caring professions’ and for twelve years worked as a Drug and Alcohol Treatment Worker, the last seven of those was for the NHS. My work has constantly bought me into contact with people struggling to change negative and unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, as well as trying to overcome often traumatic and difficult childhoods. It was this work that led me to train as a hypnotherapist as I firmly believe the hypno-theraputic process helps achieve and maintain positive change. As well as my Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Advanced Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy, I have a BSC Honors in Criminology and certificates in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Supervision Training. I am dedicated to supporting my clients facilitate and maintain positive change and I am constantly continuing my own professional development to ensure I am always offering the best possible service”. Alexandra Earley, Pastiche Therapy Centre, 110 High Road, Beeston NG9 2LN Telephone: 07756 511 367 Email: admin@holistic-hypnotherapist.com breezemagazine 12
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Take a tour of the Med without leaving town! The Mediterranean diet has long been associated with good health. Now a local weight-loss expert says a new cook book inspired by the Med will set you on the road to fabulous slimming. Slimming World's Mediterranean Magic / Lara Holmes. Slimming World retains Slimming World has published Mediterranean Magic, which is full of copyright of this image. Mediterranean-style dishes that have been created in line with the organisation’s famous Food Optimising healthy eating plan. Local Slimming World Consultants say it will show people that it’s possible to fill your plate with bold sunshine flavours and exciting colourful food while losing weight. They say “Mealtimes in the Med are special times”. They’re about sitting down with the ones you love and enjoying the foods and flavours you love. One of the best things about the warmer months is enjoying mouth-watering meals with family and friends, whether that’s packing a picnic or coming together for a big barbecue feast. People might think that if they’re losing weight those events have to be off the menu for them, yet that’s absolutely not the case at Slimming World. “Slimming World’s plan isn’t about going ‘on a diet’, it’s about discovering a new way of eating that means you can still enjoy food and live your life. In fact, by making small changes to the way they prepare and cook meals, slimmer’s find there’s very little they can’t have while losing weight. The healthy versions of delicious dishes from holiday hotspots in this book show that perfectly and they’re ideal for the upcoming summer months. Even if people aren’t going away this summer, Mediterranean Magic will take them, and their tastebuds, on a tour of the Med and ensure that their weight-loss journey is a very tasty one.” Mediterranean Magic features more than 100 recipes – including mains, starters and desserts – from countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea like France, Spain, Italy and North Africa. Readers will find healthy versions of classics from their favourite destinations, such as lasagne and paella, as well as discovering new dishes, including Spanakopita (a spinach and feta pie from Greece) and Harira (a fragrant Moroccan soup). Every recipe in Mediterranean Magic is based on Slimming World’s Food Optimising plan, which allows slimmers to satisfy their appetite on every day foods like fruit and veg, meat, chicken, fish, pasta, rice and potatoes so there’s no need to go hungry while losing weight. Herbs and spices can also be used freely on the plan, meaning it’s easy for anyone who’s losing weight to bring the big flavours of the Med into their kitchen without compromising their slimming campaign. The collection suits all cooking abilities and each recipe is accompanied by a photo of the finished article to tempt the tastebuds and help inspire novice cooks. Mediterranean Magic is available in all Slimming World groups in the UK and Ireland, priced £9.99. For more delicious recipes and to find out more about how you can lose weight and eat delicious food with Slimming World, visit www.slimmingworld.com or join one of the following groups:
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Lenton & Dunkirk Community Centre, The Old School, Montpelier Road 5.30pm and 7.30pm Tel: Kerry McKenna 07855 321220
Beeston / Chilwell Chilwell Road Methodist Church Chilwell High Road 1pm Tel: Louise 07974731277
TUESDAY Toton Toton Methodist Church Stapleford Lane 5pm and 7pm Tel: Tracey 07989 448 421 Beeston Wollaton Rd Methodist church (next to Commercial Inn) 5.30pm & 7.30 pm Tel: Gemma-Louise: 07947 303897 Wollaton Wollaton Cricket Club Wollaton Road 5.30pm and 7.30pm Tel: Louise: 07974 731 277 Trowell Festival Inn Harry's Bar 5.30pm and 7.30pm Tel: Debbie: 0773863 4284
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Chilwell Road Methodist Church Chilwell High Road 5.30pm Tel: Kerry McKenna 07855 321220 Bramcote Bramcote Memorial Hall Church Street 6pm Tel: Margaret: 07877 615 284 Sandiacre Methodist Church Hall Butt Street 6.30pm Tel: Jean0115 972 2158 Long Eaton The Trinity Church, Cross Street (near Aldi), Long Eaton Tel: George 6:30pm 07951043250/ 01773 770428
THURSDAY Chilwell St Barnabas Church Barncroft (Off Inham Road) 5pm and 7pm Tel: Kerry Ward: 07870 409 422
Beeston Pearson Centre, Nuart Road (near Library) 10am Tel: Margaret: 07877 615 284 Wollaton St Leonards Community Centre Bramcote Lane 6pm Tel: Margaret: 07877 615 284
FRIDAY Wollaton Wollaton Cricket Club Wollaton Road 9.15am & 11.15am Tel: Louise 07974 731 277
SATURDAY Beeston Queens Road Methodist Church Queens Road 8.30 am and 10.30 am Tel: Kerry Ward: 07870 409 422 Stapleford The Meeting Place Nottingham Road 10am Tel: George: 01773 770428
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Castle Bedrooms is a family owned business, having supplied and installed quality fitted bedroom furniture for over thirty years. Their staff provides a wealth of experience with an efficient direct sales operation. They are very proud of the products they sell, together with a high level of customer service. Breeze finds out more.... Castle Bedrooms are one of the East Midlands’ leading, bespoke fitted bedroom specialist, as well as providing home office and kitchen refits. “We are a family business providing a stunning range of high quality fitted bedroom furniture and sliding wardrobe doors for customers in Nottingham, Derby, Leicester, Coalville, Ashby De La Zouche, Chesterfield and Mansfield. Every item of furniture is designed, installed and fitted according to your personal requirements. We believe that great design is the key to making your dream bedroom a reality. Our team specialises in creating individual bedroom designs. With the bedroom design industry changing so quickly year-on-year, Castle Bedrooms moves with the times to offer solutions to accommodate modern living spaces.
Our customers want a quality product at the right price with a first class service. We pride ourselves on just that; ensuring that all our customers’ expectations are exceeded. Our extensive high quality range of styles, colours and finishes gives you total freedom to choose your custom bedroom furniture. The finished result is made to measure, practical and stylish every time and complements your home. We offer a complete bedroom design, installation and fitting service in-house, and our team ensures minimal disruption to your family and living arrangements”. www.castlebedrooms.co.uk 0800 788 0564
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The People’s Theatre Company, Nottingham proudly present their next performances - why not join and let them entertain you... ‘The Government Inspector’ 12th May 2015 to 16th May 2015 at 7.30pm Eve and Matinee 2pm on Sat Written by Nikolai Gogol and translated and adapted by Alistair Beaton. Directed by Robbie Robb. Ticket Prices £10 Adults /Concessions £8 This Russian comedy, an enduring classic, was first performed in 1836. This version will be set in Russia of 2015, but the story stays as Gogol wrote it. The mayor of a small, provincial town is a corrupt bully. The rest of the town is not that much better. He learns that a government inspector is on his way, under orders to inspect the town. ‘The Mikado’ Tue 2nd & Thurs 4th June 2015 at 7.30pm; Sat 6th June 2015 at 2pm Written by Gilbert and Sullivan Directed and musically directed by Mr Andrew Nicklin Ticket Prices £15 Adults /Concessions £13 A wandering musician, Nanki-Poo arrives in a Japanese village named Titipu and introduces himself to some gentlemen who have gathered. He inquires about his beloved, the maiden Yum-Yum, a ward of Ko-Ko (formerly a tailor). One of the gentlemen, Pish-Tush, explains that the Mikado decreed that flirting was a capital crime in Titpu and the story unravels. However, there is more to this operetta than meets the eye, as Nanki-Poo is not who everyone thinks he is. Come and find out the rest of this fascinating comedy. ‘Madame Butterfly’ Wed 3rd, Fri 5th and Sat 6th June 2015 at 7.30pm (performed in English) Written by Giacomo Puccini, with Libretto by Luigi Illica and Giuseppe Giacosa Directed by Sara Helsby Hughes and musically directed by Mr Andrew Nicklin Ticket Prices £19 Adults /£17 Concessions A United States Naval Officer called Pinkerton rents a house in Nagasaki in Japan for him and his soon to be wife called Ciocio-san meaning Butterfly. Butterfly is only 15 years old and it is a marriage of convenience as Pinkerton intends to leave her for a proper American wife. Following the wedding Pinkerton leaves and only returns back when he has found a new wife, but during this time Butterfly has his daughter who is now 3 years old. Come and watch this emotional story unfold. Special offer – buy tickets together for both The Mikado and Madame Butterfly and save £2 off the ticket price (please ask for details) The Nottingham Arts Theatre, George Street, Nottingham, NG1 3BE The Nottingham Arts Theatre Box Office 0115 9476096 for any further details or advance access arrangements. Visit www.nottingham-theatre.co.uk for show times and prices and to book tickets online. Tickets are also available from Nottingham Tourism Centre, Smithy Row, off Market Square.
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Start spreading the news – New York, New York is coming to town! Join BMTG for the thrilling, captivating, exhausting journeys of our cast through New York’s history from the nineteenth century to the present day, as their hopes, dreams and ambitions take them from all over the world to the city so good, they named it twice. The sights and sounds of New York have bewitched, mesmerized and dazzled generations, and are brought to life in a riot of colour, music and movement that shows how the city changes lives, makes (and loses) fortunes, and can make dreams come true just as quickly as it seems to shatter them. Featuring songs from some of the most wonderful shows set in and about The Big Apple, New York, New York takes us on a whirlwind tour of the city that never sleeps, from the first sight of the Statue of Liberty to the roar and spectacle of Times Square. On the way, we meet the rich and the rundown, the great and the greedy, the dreamers and the schemers who live, love and laugh in the city, from its subway tunnels to its roofs that scrape the sky. There is something for everyone in this concert. Featuring songs from musicals such as- West Side Story, A Chorus Line, Funny Girl, Little Shop of Horrors, Avenue Q, Company, Annie, Guys & Dolls, 42nd Street, Sweet Charity, Copacabana and not forgetting some old Frank magic. All of these shows are set in the Big Apple so let us bring New York to Long Eaton. New York, New York – so good you’ll want to see it twice. On between 27th - 30th May. Tickets are £10 (£9 concessions) and available online at www.bmtg.org.uk
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About BMTG Beeston Operatic Society was founded in 1967 by Graham Anderson, John Hackney, Paul Middleton and Ted Morris who were all members of “other” societies but thought that Beeston should have its own operatic society for the people of Beeston who were supporting the neighbouring groups. An inaugural meeting was called to assess interest and 90 people attended! Michael Wright, a local councillor and business man, had experience in amateur operatics and was invited to become Producer; Andrew Nicklin was invited to become Musical Director - both accepted. The decision was made to form ‘Beeston Operatic Society’ and the first show produced was ’White Horse Inn’ which was performed at Round Hill School. BOS grew in number and popularity and eventually the move was made to a real theatre - the Co-Op Arts Theatre on George Street in Nottingham for performances; Round Hill School remained our rehearsal venue. Every show was performed at George Street until 2000 when the future of the theatre was in doubt and so we moved to The Duchess Theatre in Long Eaton. Sadly, our stay there was short as the theatre burnt down two weeks after our production of ‘Kismet’. We returned to Round Hill School and performed our shows there from 2004 - 2010, joyfully returning to The Duchess for ‘My Fair Lady’ and ‘The Full Monty’ in 2011. Our return to The Duchess Theatre was a double celebration as our production of ‘My Fair Lady’ was nominated for and won the NODA award for Best Musical a very proud moment for everyone involved. Another major change came when we renamed the society in 2003. Having never produced an “opera”, it was decided to update our name to give a more realistic idea of what we actually did! BOS became BMTG - Beeston Musical Theatre Group. Our first production as BMTG was ‘Kismet’! We hope to continue to produce and perform for the people of Beeston and Nottingham for many more years.
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breeze appeal Roll out the red carpet and host right royal revelries to defeat a deadly disease. Meningitis Now, founders of the UK’s meningitis movement, cordially invites everyone to organise royal-themed Time 4 Tea fundraisers to save lives and rebuild futures. People can host sovereign-themed soirees, from discos, balls and children’s fancy dress days, to workplace events, garden parties and baking competitions, when they wish. This year’s top individual fundraiser wins afternoon tea for two at The Ritz London, including choice of 16 loose tea blends, delicious sandwiches, freshly baked scones, cakes and pastries. Time 4 Tea co-ordinator Helen Whatmore said: “This year we’ve a royal theme and ask people to gather friends and family, and let their imaginations run wild. “Why not dress as kings, queens or the children as little princes and princesses for the day, or bake regal cakes such as Victoria Sponges, Battenberg Cakes and royal icing-topped treats. “We hope people will have fun fundraising to fight the disease.” Subjects who sign up receive a party pack including fundraising tips, decorations, paper crowns, balloons, invitations and coasters, to ensure parties are crowning achievements. There are also recipe cards, so people can make majestic masterpieces fit for majesties, and gallant game ideas such as Pin the Tail on the Corgi, Hunt the Crown and Royal Relay. Meningitis Now would love to see photos of events. Money raised helps the UK’s largest meningitis charity fund pioneering preventative research, raise lifesaving awareness and support people. To sign up or for more information, call 0845 120 4530
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MENINGITIS FACTS • Meningitis is usually caused by bacteria or viruses • Meningitis is inflammation of the membranes that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord • Meningitis and septicaemia often happen together – it is vital to know all the signs and symptoms • The early signs and symptoms of meningitis and septicaemia can be similar to ‘flu and include fever, headache, nausea, vomiting and muscle pain. • The more specific signs and symptoms include fever with cold hands and feet, drowsiness, confusion, pale blotchy skin, stiff neck, dislike of bright lights and a rash which doesn’t fade under pressure. • In babies, symptoms can also include being floppy and unresponsive, dislike of being handled, rapid breathing, an unusual, moaning cry and a bulging
fontanelle (soft spot on the top of the head). • There are an estimated 3,200 cases of bacterial meningitis and septicaemia each year in the UK. • Following bacterial meningitis or septicaemia, one in ten people will die and at least a third of survivors will be left with lifelong after-effects such as hearing loss, epilepsy, limb loss or learning difficulties • Meningitis and septicaemia can affect anyone, of any age, at any time. However, babies and young children are most at risk, and young people between 15 – 24 years are also a higher risk group. • If you suspect someone may be ill with meningitis or septicaemia, trust your instincts and get immediate medical help. For more information visit or call 01453 768006. Freephone helpline 0808 80 10 388.
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ONE STOP CAR SHOP TS-AUTOS was established in 1979 and has grown into a well respected, professional One Stop Car Shop with car sales, body shop and service centre based in Attenborough. They provide a wide range of services for your car, including servicing, auto diagnostics, mechanical repairs, tyres and exhausts, batteries, brakes, cam belt body work re-sprays plus much more!. TS-AUTOS are dedicated to providing you with a friendly and honest service. If there is something wrong with your car, They will do their best to get to the root of the problem and rectify any faults quickly. They are a totally customer focused business, offering a free vehicle pick up and drop off service. There is courtesy car available too! The body repairs utilise their paint oven, which gives the kind of finish seen straight from the factory as the paint is baked on. TS-AUTOS are usually 50% cheaper than main dealers for servicing, repairs and diagnostics and can save you £100s - they don't charge you £120 + an hour for labour. TS-AUTOS are also very proud of their forecourt car sales and the quality, used selection of vehicles they can provide for purchasers seeking the right kind of car at the right price. Tony Scanlon, the owner says “Our motto is: Recommendation is our reputation”- which is a good reason to give them a call when your vehicle need some tender loving care! Unit 1-4 The Hanger, Nottingham Road, Attenborough Nottingham NG9 6DP Telephone: 0115 922 5440 or 07800 85754
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Nottingham’s first Caribbean heritage museum is due to open this October, to coincide with national Black History Month. The SKN (Skills, Knowledge and Networks) Heritage Museum will be one of only a handful of similar museums in the UK, so it’s a real coup for the city. It promises to be much more than a museum too, with plans including a gallery, the chance to learn traditional arts and crafts, a screening room, a library, a play and learning area for schools, children and young people, a gift shop and indoor market showcasing up and coming artists and start-ups and a curiosities room. The museum is the idea of Catherine Ross, a retired teacher from Bakersfield, who came to Nottingham from St Kitts when she was just seven years old. Catherine was inspired to start the museum when she began researching the Caribbean contribution to Nottingham and realised there was very little information, either in libraries or online. Catherine, an experienced worker in community development, the voluntary youth sector, and heritage development explains: “I’ve been looking into doing something to celebrate black heritage and culture since 2000. The museum will be a community, social and living history museum featuring the contributions of Caribbeans to community development in Nottingham from the 1700’s to the present day. Initially, many of our programmes and exhibitions will focus on the period when most Caribbean people came to the UK in the 1950’s and how this ‘Windrush Generation’ adapted to life here and the differences they experienced between the Caribbean and UK.
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Our strapline is ‘celebrating and commemorating the contributions of Caribbeans to the culture of Nottingham’ and that sums up what we’re all about. Our aim is to be a place for all and a space to inform and inspire every generation. As well as bringing history to life and sharing Caribbean stories, we’ll also be a community space and a venue showcasing new artists and musicians for example. It’s not just about times gone by, it’s about how the contribution of past generations have helped to shape our vibrant and creative city today. It’s about what’s happening now.” The museum’s venue is yet to be confirmed, but it’s likely to be part of Nottingham’s new Heritage Quarter, in the City Centre or in the Creative Quarter that is currently taking shape around the Hockley area. As a social enterprise community interest company, the SKN Heritage Museum is a not for profit organisation. To raise funds for its opening, as well as awareness and interest in the project, the museum has already held a couple of fundraising events and has more planned. Catherine’s daughter, Lynda Burrell, the museum’s Creative Director says: “While we’re waiting to move into our permanent home, we’ll be visiting schools and communities around the East Midlands to tell them about the museum and how they can get involved. We’re also looking for volunteers, exhibits for the museum’s collections such as letters, photographs or objects of interest and people willing to share their stories and oral histories, as well as donations and sponsorship.” To find out more or get involved with the project, call 07469 189550 or email sknheritage@outlook.com
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breeze appeal The Royal British Legion have collaborated with TMB Art Metal of London on a unique set of poppy shaped cufflinks, and a lapel pin, made from spitfire “P7350” metal. Funds raised from the sale of the cufflinks will go to help remember the sacrifice of the fallen and support the future of the living… This year marks the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day and the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, and The Royal British Legion is playing a leading role in ensuring the memories of those who fought and died in the Second World War live on. The Battle of Britain was one of the turning points in that war and the brave air crews involved, of whom nearly 1500 died, undoubtedly helped prevent Germany from invading Britain. Only 35 Spitfires remain in use around the world today. Of these, the Spitfire P7350, having survived the Battle of Britain complete with battle scars and bullet holes is now the oldest and most historically significant airworthy plane of its type in existence. Recent restoration work on the P7350 and the removal of the original metal, duralumin, has allowed TMB Art to obtain and create these truly unique cufflinks and lapel pins. Cast in the shape of a poppy, the design of the products is based on a pressed poppy found in the World War One diary of Private Smith and each pin and set of cufflinks is different, thanks to the age and character of the metal used. All products are supplied in high quality wooden cases complete with illustrated certificates of provenance and will be a talking point around any meeting table or black tie event. The cufflinks and pins are available exclusively from The Royal British Legion’s Poppy Shop, www.poppyshop.org.uk, the cufflinks for £99.99 and the lapel pin for £49.99, where all proceeds from their sale go directly to the charity and the important work they do in providing care and support to all members of the British Armed Forces and their families. The Royal British Legion is committed to keeping alive the memory of the fallen, and supporting the future of the living.
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WHAT’S ON at your local Royal British Legion,
Haig House, 16 Hall Croft, Beeston, NG9 1EL ALAN KNOWS MEDIUM SPIRITUAL & PSYCHIC MEDIUM “Proving that life is eternal” by bringing the two worlds together A demonstration of mediumship Thursday 4th June 2015 - 7pm prompt start Addmission by ticket only - £5 per ticket BEESTON CABERET CLUB PRESENTS SONS AND LOVERS Saturday 6th June Live entertainment featuring brilliant live 60’s & 70’s music. Start 8pm Tickets £5 in advance, £7.50 on the door Call 0115 925 4691
PSYCHIC NIGHT Tarot cards, angel cards, mediumship Saturday June 20th doors open 7pm Tickets £4 with buffet included. Readings £7 each (book early) Tickets behind bar or contact Angie on 07920 747490 Email: angie.manson@yahoo.co.uk
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Carlton Brass Band are Nottingham’s leading brass band, dedicated to training and developing both young and older inexperienced players through their training band. Why not ask them to perform at your event or occasion... Carlton Brass took First Place in the North East Midlands Brass Band Association competition at South Normanton in February 2015 and then, on 8th March, they were second section winners at the Midland Area BBA Championships at Bedworth. The results mean that, not only is the band looking forward to playing in the First Section in 2016 but they go forward with confidence to play in the National Championships at Cheltenham in September. The band has its roots dating back to the old Netherfield Railwayman's silver band formed in 1902 at Colwick locomotive depot part of the Great Northern Railway. It has undergone a few transformations and name changes over the years but always remained true to its local community roots. In 1988 the then called Carlton Silver Band gained sponsorship from Nottingham City Transport and two years later became a Championship band. By 2002 there were three Brass Bands; Nottingham City Transport, Carlton Brass & Carlton Brass Training Band. In May 2003 Carlton Brass performed in the stage version of ‘Brassed Off’ at the Nottingham Arts Theatre. It was an exciting and demanding project requiring 7 performances over the 6 days. It was a great success with both band and cast receiving some excellent reviews on the production as a whole and the quality of acting and music. Carlton Brass is a local community based brass band, which promotes and encourages live music within the area of Nottinghamshire. The bands main objective is to encourage and provide opportunities for all ages to play or learn a musical instrument, but particularly devote time to the development of children from local schools. They would like to raise the bands profile and increase its standards by delivering a variety of musical performances to a wider public audience. The band is a registered charity and raises much of the money it needs through subscriptions, concerts and prize money. If you wish to book the band to play at a venue of your choice, please contact the secretary Anne Keegan for further details : Tel: 07946 322081 email: anne.keegan@ntlworld.com
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Why not share a celebration or surprise a loved one by having their picture and a few words printed - we’d love to hear from you... and it’s FREE!
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Send your entries BY EMAIL: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk Breeze Celebrations, 156 HIGH ROAD, BEESTON, NG9 2LN DEADLINE FOR JUNE 15 ISSUE: 22nd May 2015 PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
• We do not accept any professionally taken photographs. • Whilst every effort will be made to agree with copyright laws on the images provided it is the senders full responsibility to obtain permissions on such copyright images before supplying to Breeze Magazine. • Please supply a SAE for any photographs to be returned with around 15-20 words. • The editor reserves the right to shorten or modify any material submitted. • Any requests for insertions of a child must be accompanied with a sign letter of agreement from the Parent or Guardian of that child. With full address details
Happy Birthday to our beautiful princess Maisie Rose, lots of love and cuddles Mummy, Daddy, Archie, Stanley and Oliver xxxxx
Shh! Don’t tell anyone, I’m 13! Happy Birthday Alice. Congratulations on becoming a teenager. Love you from Mum, Dad, Nana and Laura xxx
Hope you had a fantastic Birthday Jacqueline! Love all your buddies xxx
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breeze what’s on Artists and makers from Attenborough, Beeston and Chilwell are hosting a local arts trail for the whole community to enjoy. Run on the same lines as the garden trails, the artists will be opening their studios and collaborative venues to the public on the last weekend in May. On both Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st from 10am to 6pm, will welcome you into their workshops. The event is free and you will be able to see the range of artistic skills we have in our midst. You can visit 20 artists at 7 venues to see the arts and crafts; talk about the work and find out about the various techniques used. There will also be opportunities to see and buy contemporary art and craft. Some venues will also offer refreshments for a charity donation. There will be flyers distributed around the area in Libraries etc. and a house to house distribution near the venues. Look out for the posters and signs. The addresses of all the studios can also be found on the website www.abcarttrail.uk You can begin the trail at any point. Contact Rita Mitchell 07876203353 for more details
A selection of the many talented artists work you will be able to view...
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Nature’s Friend Our domestic gardens now offer a significant portion of the land suitable for UK wildlife. With increasing demand for new homes and roads it means decreasing space for nature, so gardens are becoming increasingly important in helping to preserve biodiversity by attracting and supporting our native species.
He says: “Our natural wildlife is reliant on good quality green spaces and green corridors, such as gardens and parks, to maintain viable populations across the urban environment. People must be proactive in making this happen and need to create their green spaces in a way that encourages wildlife to flourish. It’s not difficult; with just a few planks of wood, some nails and a bit of imagination it is possible to encourage animals to regard our gardens as home.” How to create thriving natural habitats in our own back gardens:
However, most family gardens are not yet set up in a way that encourages wildlife to flourish, so Gerard Cheshire, the author of the new Garden Wildlife Manual from Haynes, has suggested five top tips for creating better quality garden habitats and helping our natural ecology.
His top five tips are: 1. Imitate nature
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By letting your garden become less well kept you’ll find that nature begins to take care of itself. Wild plants will have the chance to grow, invertebrates will move in and they’ll be
followed by amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals, which will all want a piece of the action. You should also always have a patch at a different stage of succession as this will optimise the number of species living in your garden.
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Create microhabitats
Animals require a variety of spaces in the wild for shelter, feeding, breeding and hibernation so it is necessary to introduce artificial spaces in your garden to mimic these. This can be done by creating a variety of boxes, shelters and dens, each suited to a particular purpose and situated in its appropriate location.
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Provide food for species
Leaving food out can be great for animal watching, but to make a real impact you should encourage the food to grow naturally in your garden. Seeding and planting appropriate herbage will attract a variety of species and help to develop a food chain. Ponds can also serve a similar purpose and attract a wide variety of species. (continues...)
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(continued...) 4. Banish foreign plants
Foreign plant species will often have showy foliage or fancy blooms but they have no place in the British ecosystem so they should be replaced by plants that are part of the natural landscape, which our wildlife has evolved alongside
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Garden Wildlife Manual Published by: Haynes Manuals Release date: 2 April 2015 RRP: £22.99 www.haynes.co.uk
Encourage movement
We should make it as easy as possible for animals to move between green spaces, so create groundlevel openings. If animals find it easy to move about then they are more likely to enter your garden and stay around. Note about the Author this month: The Garden Wildlife Manual is an informative guide to furnishing our gardens with microhabitats and wildlife, putting thought and effort into improving our piece of the environment. Organised according to the key animal groups, it covers all manner of creatures that could set up home in your garden, including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish and invertebrates, and native plants that complement their habitats. It also includes a variety of DIY projects to encourage wildlife, which are illustrated with photographs and drawings, and include tools and material lists. It is one thing knowing about wild animals and another thing investing time and effort to encourage animals into our gardens, which is why this manual brings information and practical solutions together. The book is conceived and written by Gerard Cheshire, a qualified ecologist and wildlife expert, with experience of garden landscaping. It is full of accessible, illustrated DIY projects that can be adapted to your own garden.
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Jobs this month • Earth up any potatoes, and plant any still remaining • Plant out summer bedding at the end of the month - check for forecasts of late frosts! • Set up your rainwater collector before the hotter weather and do your bit for recycling water for irrigation • Hoe off weeds on a regular basis • Vent greenhouses and cold frames on warm days • Get the mower out! - mow lawns weekly • Check for any nesting birds before clipping hedges (this is the time of year they start to have their young) • Think ahead to next spring - lift and divide overcrowded clumps of daffodils along with other spring-flowering bulbs • Keep an eye out for viburnum beetle and lily beetle grubs
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Vaccine amnesty at Churchcroft Vets - last few weeks!
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There are just three weeks left to take advantage of Churchcroft’s special vaccination offer for lapsed dogs and cats. Until the end of May it is just £25 for dogs and £30 for cats for a FULL COURSE of vaccination for any pet who has missed their booster date. The offer is being supported by Virbac Animal Health to try to get as many at risk dogs and cats protected against needless disease. Julia, Churchcroft’s Head Nurse says “We have been pleased to have restarted many dogs and cats on the road to protection already. It’s amazing how many different reasons have caused these pets to miss their vaccinations, despite the owner’s best intentions!” All dogs and cats should be vaccinated every year although the type of vaccination they need will depend on their lifestyle. The experts at Churchcroft will check these details with all pet owners to ensure that the appropriate vaccinations are given. To take advantage of this offer call Churchcroft Vets on 0115 922 4855.
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YOUR MONTH AHEAD
ARIES [March 21st-April 20th] With energy rising and positivity well and truly yours for the taking much will be accomplished by the end of the month. Independent and with a will of your own you brush aside anything which holds you back from success. Just when you thought a relationship was about to end you are in for a surprise. You turn your back on gossip. TAURUS [April 21st-May 20th] Irritated by trivia and not happy when things don’t go to plan you decide to change routine annoying someone but pleasing another. Partners may not agree with one idea you have but will give the support when needed with gains made to suit all. Wearing yourself down to a frazzle is likely should you ignore those early signs of exhaustion. GEMINI [May 21st-June 21st] Making important decisions for more than one person takes more time than you anticipated. Once that’s done and dusted you catch up on what you feel has been neglected. Changing direction in one area of your life takes time but well worth the effort long term. It appears giving your opinion when asked doesn’t go down well.
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ANNE is also a REGISTERED HYPNOTHERAPIST. HPD MNSHP. Member of the NATIONAL SOCIETY OF HYPNOSIS AND PSYCHOTHERAPY with many years of experience. For a free consultation in the strictest confidence Contact Anne on 01159731440 Mobile 07845405835
CANCER [June 22nd-July 23rd] Overloaded and not enough time to call your own you brush aside the un-important which seems to come your way and not others. Helping out and doing your best is recognised with unexpected long term rewards. Changing lifestyle proves to be worth the effort with lasting results. Time that you can call your own comes in mid-month.
LIBRA [September 24th-Oct 22nd] May has its moments for you to take stock and bring changes, which become beneficial. Meeting new and influential people plays some part in achieving set goals. Careful not to overspend you keep an eye on things when certain arrangements have already been made. Making sure papers are in order you move on to the next stage.
LEO [July 24th-August 23rd] A busy yet rewarding month one in which you can arrange and rearrange to suit your own needs. A time for reflection brings memories of the past flooding in but these are special which you hold dear. Making changes in the home brings lasting rewards. Whether it be new furniture or completely different colour schemes are rewarding.
SCORPIO [Oct 23rd-Nov22nd] It is as though you are embarking on a new wave of positive direction, making sure you give life the best you can. Being your own person and listening to no one causes a little disruption with one relationship. But this is soon overcome. Making adjustments and planning ahead brings excitement. Travelling a little more you enjoy the change.
VIRGO [August 24th-Sept23rd] Feeling somewhat drained soon passes when someone else is on form. Your caring side shows through when others turn their back. Careful not to burn your candle at both ends you take control proving to others you will not be used. Disappointed one person hasn’t been in touch you enquire only to find they have felt the same as you.
SAGITTARIUS [Nov 23rd-Dec 22nd] Knowing what is best for you and yours brings the results needed. With added responsibility you manage to sort matters out for others without putting too much pressure on yourself. Not happy with one person you make this known. Any arguments are set aside while dealing with important matters but soon resolved.
CAPRICORN [Dec 23rd-Jan 20th] Happy to go with the flow you become proud to follow in someone else’s footsteps for one day. Deciding what is best for you on one occasion is frowned upon. But this does not deter you from achieving your goal. Learning new skills and helping out proves your worth. Changing diets joining groups meeting new people brings joy. AQUARIUS [Jan 21st-Feb 19th] Whatever your thoughts are you keep to yourself when you realise it’s not worth the hassle to discuss one issue raised recently. Choosing your time to discuss the matter heals a rift as well as looking good for future gains. Taking a short break or making arrangements to have one is certainly on the cards. Careful not to overspend 3rd week. PISCES [Feb 20th-March 20th] A much stronger you is emerging with a different attitude towards life in general. Listening but not commenting pays off especially when someone is happy to gossip. Taking no for an answer is difficult for a friend or relation to accept especially when you need more information from them to allow closure on something of concern.
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Each month we feature what’s on in your area and bring you up to date with the latest achievements and events of local people and groups. Why not send us your information if you are a non-profit making organisation and you or your group have achieved something you’d like to share with our thousands of readers in our area or you’d like to let readers know about an event your group is holding, then send your information, IT’S FREE to: Email: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk TEXT: Entries must be supplied with your text either as part of a word document or typed in to the email itself. IMAGES: All images should be in jpg format with copyright held for use. We do not accept adverts in this section. DEADLINE FOR NEXT ISSUE Deadline for JUNE 2015 Issue PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO VOLUME is 22nd May 2015 WE ONLY ACCEPT ENTRIES VIA EMAIL
Broxtowe Community Celebration Group will host the borough’s eleventh annual Community Celebration at Round Hill Primary School, Foster Avenue, Beeston between 11.00am and 4.00pm on Saturday 13th June 2015. This FREE event, celebrating the rich culture and diversity of the Borough of Broxtowe, attracts hundreds of visitors every year and brings together people of all ages from many different cultures and communities. This year's event will feature a programme of music and dance performances by local schools, community groups and organisations as well as a host of activities for all ages and abilities, including African and Indian drumming, cultural dance workshops, sports, arts & crafts. Many local organisations will provide information stalls and everyone will have the opportunity to sample mouth-watering foods from around the world. Broxtowe Community Celebration Group organises a variety of free community events throughout the year and is always keen to involve more people to perform, provide activities, share information or volunteer at the events. If you would like to know more, please contact Sajada Akbar – sajada.akbar@broxtowe.gov.uk or 0115 9173712 or visit the Broxtowe Community Group Facebook page. The Community Celebration 2015 is supported by funding from AwardsforAll and the NHS Nottingham West Lifestyle Fund.
MAY HOLIDAY CLUB AT THE PEARSON CENTRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE The Pearson Centre for Young People, Nuart Road, Beeston is delighted to announce its May holiday club for 2015, operating from 9am to 4.30pm, from Tuesday 26th May through to Friday 29th of May with activities for primary school children aged 6 to 11. It will be offering lots of fun including – sports, cooking, pool, table tennis, arts and crafts, cinemas, athletics and team games and plenty of laughter! Spaces are limited and are on a first come first served basis with payment needing to be received before a place can be confirmed. For a full week booking there is a 15% discount up until the 15th of May and after that there will be 10% discount for full week. For more information about the holiday club or to book a place please contact Micah Green, Development Worker at The Pearson Centre for Young People on 0115 9254112, Email: developmentworker@thepearsoncentre.org.uk ARE YOU LOOKING FOR A NEW INTEREST - THEN TRY BOWLS! Beeston Bowling Club are holding an open day on Saturday 30th May between 2 and 4 p.m. The green is on Central Avenue and a warm welcome will be given to all. Refreshments will be provided and some coaching can be given. For further details telephone 0115 928 4530 Centenary Celebrations In July, Christ Church, Chilwell celebrates 100 years since of its consecration. “We are looking for any stories, photographs, memories of the church which you would be willing to share or lend and allow us to display during the events 1st – 5th July”. Please contact Peter Benson Email: ptrbnsn2@msn.com or 07837 822 738
Beeston U3A June Open Meeting Thursday 4 June 2015 at 10.00am at Chilwell Road Methodist Church, Beeston. Don Sharpe will give a talk "Hearing Dogs". Find out about Beeston U3A and the Interest Groups that are available to members. Free to members. £2 for prospective members See www.beestonu3a.org.uk for full details. Email beestonu3a@hotmail.co.uk if you have a specific question.
Wollaton Cricket Club will be running its fourth annual beer festival, at the Wollaton Sports Association Ground, from the evening of Thursday 21st May, right through to and including Bank Holiday Monday 25th May 2015. Back and bigger than ever, the festival will offer drinkers, both light and heavy, a choice of over 30 high-quality ales, ciders and perries from a wide range of the country’s best breweries, plus some interesting imported bottled lagers. Prices will begin at the knock-down cost of £2.50 a pint, and at £1.30 a half, with the bar open from 6.00pm until 11.00pm on the Thursday, 12-11pm Friday- Sunday, and 12-6pm Monday. There is outdoor seating available, from where you will be able to enjoy your beverage while watching the weekend’s cricket at one of the most picturesque village grounds in the county. There is no entry fee required, but donations and sponsorship in exchange for free advertising and alcohol can be arranged by contacting adamliv1@hotmail.com. The WSA Ground is located on Wollaton Road, NG8 2AN, and is only a two-minute walk away from the NCT 30 and Trent Barton Rainbow 2 bus stops. Beeston Unity Bowls Club From Thursday May 7th and throughout the Bowls season Beeston Unity will be holding an 'open afternoon' every Thursday from 1.30pm when members of the public can come in and find out what the game is all about and have a go. Club members will be around to coach and encourage those who have not played before and we will also welcome those who can play and are maybe new to the area and looking for a club to join. The green is located at Broadgate recreation park, Beeston, there will be a variety of bowls for you to try but you will need to bring a pair of flat soled shoes/trainers to wear on the green. You will find us a friendly but competitive club as we play in league matches on Saturday afternoons and Tuesday evenings. For further information contact:m.towlson@ntlworld.com
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Race to save Ratty as UK water voles face uncertain future Launch of first National Water Vole Monitoring Programme Once a familiar sight along our waterways, water voles have rapidly disappeared from much of the landscape, experiencing the most serious decline of any wild mammal over the last century. The shocking drop in numbers is due to the release and spread of non-native mink across the countryside, and also theloss and degradation of much of our waterways. To ensure that we have a better picture of what is happening to the species nationally and that we are in a position to act quickly when needed, People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) is launching the first ongoing National Water Vole Monitoring Programme across England, Scotland and Wales, working in collaboration with The Wildlife Trusts, Natural Resources Wales, Scottish Natural Heritage, Environment Agency, Natural England and RSPB. Through the National Water Vole Monitoring Programme, PTES aims to bring together all the valuable work that is being carried out across the country, as well as monitor selected historical sites, to establish any changes in the population and to help guide future conservation efforts. The Vincent Wildlife Trust conducted two national surveys between 1989-90 and 1996-98 that first demonstrated the dramatic decline of water voles across Britain. The sites that were visited during these two surveys will form the basis of the National Water Vole Monitoring Programme. By regularly resurveying these sites, PTES will be able to identify any changes that have happened since the late 1990s, as well as detect any emerging national trends. PTES is calling for volunteers to get involved in the National Water Vole Monitoring Programme by conducting an annual field survey on a single site and while no experience is required, those taking part will need to learn how to identify water vole field signs. Participants will be able to choose one or more of the nearly 900 pre-selected sites across England, Wales and Scotland and will be expected to survey their individual site once a year. If you already monitor water voles you can add your site and data to survey. To find out more about taking part please visit www.ptes.org/watervoles As Emily Thomas, who is coordinating the programme, concludes: “In the last couple of decades conservation groups have been working hard to try and save the much loved water vole, however it’s difficult to track the overall effectiveness of this work without seeing how the national picture has changed since the 1990s. The National Water Vole Monitoring Programme will show us where water voles are and in what numbers, as well as where they’ve disappeared, allowing us plan and carry out effective conservation actions that will really make a difference to water voles.”
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About water voles The water vole (Arvicola amphibius) is our largest vole and is found throughout England, Scotland and Wales. Their numbers started to decline during the 1940s and 1950s when the intensification of agriculture caused the loss and degradation of their habitat, but the most devastating factor to their decline occurred in the 1980s and 1990s when American mink, which had been breeding in the wild since the mid-1950s, were illegally released from fur farms and spread across the countryside. Between 1989 and 1998 the water vole population crashed by almost 90%. About PTES PTES is a UK conservation charity created in 1977 to ensure a future for endangered species throughout the world. Working to protect some of our most threatened wildlife species and habitats, it provides practical conservation support through funding research and internships; providing grant-aid for world-wide and native mammals species conservation; supporting education, training and outreach programmes; and driving public participation via wildlife monitoring surveys, publications, campaigns and events. Priority species and habitats include hazel dormice, hedgehogs, water voles, noble chafer and stag beetles and traditional orchards and native woodlands.
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