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onth Businesses each m d an es om H 0 00 Delivered to 6, Lady Bay and West Bridgford in Edwalton, Inside this issue: • Testing Times • Garden View • Social Problems • Wired For Sound • Hair Today • Win A Meal For 2 • Puzzles • Your Community Info • What’s On Guide
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Contents
Easter Eggs 6 Testing Times 8 Hair Today 10 Garden View 12 Local Events Guide 14 Mobility Scooters 16 Social Problems 18 Puzzle Pages 20 Wired For Sound 22 Local Info 24 Win A Meal For 2 26 Fish Pie Recipe 28 Index of Advertisers 30 Published by Spotlight Local Media Ltd Company No. 6841257 Tel: 0115 822 4995 Suite 104, 1 Hanley Street Nottingham NG1 5BL Graphic Design and Layout: Spotlight Local Media Distributed by Blueberry Marketing Trusted Delivery Partner of the Spotlight Magazine
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So... we spring into April! The clocks have gone forward and the weather guys are promising the hottest summer on record. (Remind me of that prediction in September). This month brings us St. Georges day, bank holidays and chocolate eggs. What more could you ask for in a month? Enjoy! Please take the time to look at all of the fabulous local businesses advertising in the magazine and help keep business local. Spotlight magazine is delivered to 6,000 homes and businesses in the West Bridgford area each month, with similar magazines going to Mansfield South and Mansfield North. To Advertise or contribute: T: 0115 822 4995 E: info@spotlightlocal.co.uk Web: www.spotlightlocal.co.uk
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Easter Eggs And Bunnies
ggs have been used as symbols at festivals since before the time of Jesus, but are now particularly synonymous with Easter and the story of the resurrection. Eggs are said to represent new life, and for Christians when they are cracked open, they stand for the empty tomb following Jesus’ rising. Eggs are also considered special, because although they do not seem alive they have life within them especially in springtime when chicks hatch out.
In previous times people gave gifts of eggs carved from wood or precious stones. It is only in the last 100 years or so that sweet eggs have been eaten. The size and range of chocolate eggs available seems to increase every year. The tallest chocolate egg was 10.39 metres tall and made in Italy in 2011. It weighed 7.2 kilograms and was 9.6 metres at its widest point!
In years gone by the eggs were dyed using onion skin, today’s painting process is much easier. In the UK egg rolling is generally done by rolling eggs down a hill, and the winner is the one whose egg rolls further or survives the most rolls. In the early nineteenth century in Northern Ireland, egg rolling was described as ‘trindling’ or ‘trundling.’ Another traditional game involves holding your egg in the palm of the hand and banging against your opponent’s egg. The loser is the one whose egg breaks first. In the USA one of the most well known events is held on the White House Lawn, and involves parents and children pushing eggs along through the grass with wooden spoons. By Susan Brookes-Morris
It is not known exactly who first created the story of the Easter Bunny, but it seems to have its origins in Germany. It was first mentioned in German texts in the 16th Century. In the 1700’s German immigrants told stories when they went to America of egg- laying rabbits, and they encouraged children to use caps and bonnets to make nests which the Easter bunny would fill with coloured eggs - if they’d been good. The first edible Easter bunnies appeared in Germany during the early 1800s and were made of pastry and sugar. The symbol of the rabbit was probably chosen because of its associations with fertility and spring. It is believed that Eostre, the Anglo Saxon God of Spring, had a hare as a companion. In addition to having Easter Egg Hunts to search for the eggs left by the Bunny, another common Easter activity is egg rolling. This is done using real hard boiled eggs, and time is usually spent decorating them beforehand.
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Testing Times
hat exactly are SATs and how can you help your child through them?
As May approaches, many will feel the increased tension in English primary schools: SATs are on the horizon. Officially called National Curriculum assessments, the purpose of the tests is to monitor pupils’ progress, inform their next school of their level of attainment, and provide information on how schools are performing. When they were originally introduced, testing took place at the end of Key Stages 1, 2 and 3: in Years 2, 6 and 9 respectively. Tests in Year 9 were scrapped in 2008 (however the Chief Inspector of Schools has recently stated that he would like them to be reintroduced). In Year 2 (age 6/7), children are assessed in reading, writing, speaking and listening, maths and science. The tasks and tests are carried out when the school chooses. All the work is marked by the teacher and the children may not even notice anything out of the ordinary. Children are given ‘Levels’ in each area but the results are not published. In Year 6 (age 10/11), the tests cover English reading, grammar, punctuation and spelling, and maths (including mental arithmetic). These tests are more formal and are taken in mid-May. They last under 5.5 hours in total and children will receive their results in July.
Some schools may give children extra homework, practice tests or offer coaching. If your child is worried about a particular task, talk to their teacher as they should be able to offer reassurance and support. Read regularly with and to your child. As you do, talk about what you are reading and make sure they understand the meaning behind the words. Ask, for example, Why did he do that? How is she feeling now? Try some mental maths problems in spare moments. Ask quick-fire multiplication questions, or challenge them to work out how much change you will receive when out shopping. Time is a concept that children often find tricky. Can they work out how long you will have to wait for the bus, or when a 45-minute TV programme will finish? The most important thing is to try and minimise any stress children are feeling and encourage them to just do the best they can. The aim of the SATs is simply to see how much they have learned and, if they panic, they are more likely to make mistakes. Good luck!
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The school’s overall results form part of the information used to collate the school league tables published by the Department for Education. So how can you help your child to prepare?
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Hair Today....
he desire to remove excess or dark hair usually begins in adolescence, and many women and men remain intent upon having smooth, hairless skin.
Whether it is hair on the face, armpits, legs, back, bikini line, or other body parts, there are many options available to remove unwanted hair, but few to get rid of it permanently. The old standby shaving is the quickest but most temporary form of hair removal. Shaving cuts off hair at the surface and new growth may appear thicker and darker because the new hair shaft has a blunt tip instead of a tapered one. Before shaving, apply a moisturiser such as water, shaving cream, soap or hair conditioner to help the razor glide more easily. Plucking pulls the hair out of its follicle and when done repeatedly may damage it, thus preventing further growth. Plucking is painful, so only suitable for small areas such as the eyebrows or odd facial hair. Variations are: threading, a traditional Indian method of plucking hair by twisting strings (good for eyebrows), and epilators, equipment which plucks out hairs en masse – good for larger areas such as legs and arms. Depilatory creams use a chemical called thioglycolate mixed with sodium hydroxide or calcium hydroxide to dissolve hair. Cream is applied for between 3 and15 minutes and the resulting jelly-like substance is then wiped or washed off.
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Depilatory creams can burn if left on for too long and may also cause an allergic reaction. Waxing is great for treating areas both large and small. Wax is warmed and spread in the direction of the hair growth and when cool is pulled off quickly in the opposite direction, pulling the hairs out of the follicle. Waxing can be done at home or in the salon, but care should be taken not to get burnt. It can also be messy and painful. Electrolysis is one of the permanent methods of hair removal and should be done professionally. A fine needle is inserted into each individual hair follicle and an electric current applied to burn the hair root, preventing it from producing more hair. Each session may take only 20-30 minutes, but a full course of treatment could take 12-18 months. Laser hair removal is not permanent but does have long-lasting results. It requires multiple treatments, and works by laser beams or light pulses destroying the hair root and retarding the re-growth of new hair. It can be expensive and painful and works best for light skinned people with dark hair. Home kits are available for purchase. You should choose a method or combination of methods that works best for you depending on cost, time available, skin type, and the desired hair-free area. By Debbie Singh-Bhatti
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Garden View
Climbing the walls!
If your garden is short on space, rammed with plants, or you simply have an unsightly vertical surface to cover, climbing plants can be used to great effect: from clothing frameworks such as pergolas and arches to hiding sheds and even neighbours! Whether it’s as fast growing as a Triffid, a dainty floral twiner, or an evergreen clinger, I’m certain there’s a climber out there for you, it’s just a case of meeting your perfect match. For those of you lucky enough to have a south-facing doorway, why not spoil yourself with the highly scented fragrance of Star Jasmine (Trachelospermum jasminoides). Not only is it evergreen, but it boasts the added benefit of a claret-red leaf colour in autumn. For those with a north-facing entrance, how about a plant combo starting with an early flowering Clematis tolerant of shade, such as ‘Frances Rivis’, followed by the stunning pink flowers of Rosa ‘Zephirine Drouhin’, perfect in shade with the added bonus of being a thornless variety. If it’s a shady spot and a fast growing evergreen you require you really can’t beat Ivy, but I understand many people are not huge fans, so why not put in the extra effort and seek out a great alternative known as Pileostegia viburnoides. It’s a bit of a mouthful but not only is it evergreen, it will provide white flowers in summer and like Ivy is a self clinger, but nowhere near as vigorous. As well as the other common examples, such as Wisteria (only plant this in full sun and if you are prepared to tie it in and prune it twice annually), Honeysuckle and Pyracantha (great for deterring intruders due to its woody thorns), there is a whole range of other shrubs which can be grown against a wall or fence, not forgetting trees of course, such as the beautiful trained fruit trees we often see in Victorian walled gardens.
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Shrubs planted at around 30cm away from the base of the wall or fence can be manually tied in and make excellent wall cover, often with the added benefit of flowers. Photinia ‘Red Robin’ for example, or Garrya elliptica make unusual evergreen wall coverings, and look great with a second flowering climber twining through. Don’t forget the huge variety of annuals available which you can grow from seed, such as Sweet Peas, Morning Glory, or maybe try climbing French beans as an edible wall covering? Do ensure that you provide sturdy wires for plants to travel up. The best and most costeffective way is simply to fix vine eyes (spaced horizontally around 2m apart) to the fence or wall and vertically at 30cm intervals. Then use a taught network of galvanised wires to provide support. Be sure to tie climbers in horizontally and not vertically as most people do … this way they will look great in your garden rather than flopping over the fence and delighting your neighbour … now that really would drive me up the garden wall! Until next time, happy gardening
Lee Jobs for April: Sow new lawns or repair bare patches. Protect fruit blossom from late frosts. If any of your plants need support this year, put the supports in now so the plants grow up through them. Check any tree ties to make sure the tie is not cutting into the trunk. Loosen any that are tight to allow room to expand. Once the soil has warmed up, weed borders and apply a moisture-retaining mulch such as compost or bark.
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Mobility Scooters
A mobility scooter – sometimes called a power scooter or disability scooter – is simply a motorized device powered by an electrical system with a rechargeable battery. The seat sits over two rear wheels and there is a flat area for your feet. Handlebars are used to steer.
If you have difficulty walking, or can’t walk at all, mobility scooters can be a fantastic way to get around the house, neighborhood, supermarket, zoo, airport – you name it. Scooter types vary widely. Some are lightweight and compact – great for running errands, but you wouldn’t be comfortable for long. Some are narrow and others are heavy, wide and stable. Vastly different features and uses explains why so many people end up with more than one power scooter.
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Social Problems
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So does this mean you should stop your teen from using any social media? Most experts say that this isn’t necessary. In fact a well-handled social media profile can be very beneficial. It allows young people to connect with those in the industry they’re trying to break into. By engaging with other professionals they can show that they’re both serious and knowledgeable.
we made all our big mistakes before the internet was invented! There is much truth in that.
There have been some recent news stories about young people losing jobs, or not even getting an interview, based solely on what someone from the company has seen on their MySpace or Facebook page. Many employers now use social media profiling to screen potential employees. Vetting a candidate’s social media profiles can give employers an insight into someone’s personality, character or work ethic. If your teen’s profile is not set to ‘private’ it will be accessible to a potential employer and their content found through search engines like Google. This is true for Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. It may be unfair and discriminatory but it happens, and even fairly innocuous material might be judged harshly by someone who doesn’t know the person involved. You can help by getting involved in your child’s social media presence. Become familiar with the tools they use, and offer advice to save them from making mistakes which may be difficult to correct. The good news is that you can help your teen clean up their social media sites before they get ready to apply for joTake an afternoon
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Top Tips for Teens Keep just one social media profile where you post personal information. Make sure main profile photos and cover photos are conservative. If something is even slightly questionable, do not post it publicly. Be careful what you ‘like’ or comment on. If the person posting has a public profile your comment will be visible too. Make your public image one you’d be happy to show to anyone, even your great granny. Don’t accept friend requests from people you don’t know, or if you must, then put them on a ‘restricted’ list, but remember that privacy filters on social networking sites are subject to change and are not fail-safe. Check filters regularly. The top tip to take away from the experts is to keep your profile private! By Louise Addison
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arphones are small and cheap and fit conveniently into a bag or pocket - great if you are on the move - but they can be uncomfortable, are prone to fall out, and may not provide the best sound reproduction. If it is comfort and sound quality you’re after, headphones are the answer!
The most common headphones have a connecting band that goes over the head, but if you like to jog or wear a hat or glasses, a behind-the-neck pair might be better – plus they won’t mess up your hair or irritate ear piercings! Full sized headphones offer better sound quality – particularly bass reproduction – along with options such as wireless or Bluetooth. They also exert less pressure on
the ear drum which means you can safely listen for longer. Headphones come open-backed or closed. Closed headphones cover the entire ear and are great for sound isolation, but they can get really hot. Open-backed headphones rest over the ear and allow noise in and out - useful if worn in an office or during outdoor activities where you need to keep aware of your environment. Select models with a larger frequency range and match their impedance (measured in ohms) with that of the audio equipment for best sound quality. But above all, use your ears! If the headphones sound OK to you, buy them – even if they are cheaper! By Debbie Singh-Bhatti
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This is a free page to publicise your local events and information. We would love to hear from you if you know of any event in or around the West Bridgford area; copy deadline is the 25th of each month. Please email: info@spotlightlocal.co.uk The Poppy Folk Club Sunday 13th April we have a singaround and music session at The Poppy & Pint on Pierrepont Road in Lady Bay. All are welcome to come along to sing a couple of songs, play a few tunes, or listen to some of our great local performers. Next, on Sunday 18th May we have a concert with the amazing young folk group: Tyde Tickets £7.50. For more details see the website: www.poppyfolkclub.co.uk or contact Phil & Julie 0115 9812861. email phil@poppyfolkclub.co.uk. The South Notts Flower Club The next meeting of the South Notts Flower Club is on May 13th from 7.30pm at Edwalton Church Hall, Wellin Lane, Edwalton, NG12 4AP. The title of the meeting is ‘Hop Skip and Jump’ demonstrated by Roma Berridge from Bingham. Visitors and new members always welcome. For more details contact Gail Tel. 01159822070. The Lady Bay Pub Easter weekend Beer & Music Festival Thursday 17th April - Monday 21st April Choose from a large selection of real ales LIve Music Fri 18th April and Sat 19th April West Bridgford WI Monday April 28thwill welcome Trevor Impey who will ask “Who or What was Humpty Dumpty” at their meeting at St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Road. Doors open at 7.15pm for 7.30 start. West Bridgford Legion cricket Club - The new cricket season is almost upon us! Outdoor net practice at West Park, Loughborough Road starts again on the 14th April from 6PM. New players very welcome, just turn up on a Monday night or contact Chris Roper on 07941806026 for more information. We are a very friendly smaller club in your area. Open Homes Event – 10th and 11th May. West Bridgford and the surrounding area has some cutting edge low energy homes – and this event is your chance to visit them for free! See the technologies, quiz the home owners, find out what works – or not! For further details go to wbecohouses.co.uk, email wbecohouses@ gmail.com or phone Tina on 07962 453037. Edwalton Ladies Fellowship are hosting an evening with Il Canto a young and talented trio who will be presenting a concert of light opera and songs from the shows . The event will take place on Saturday 10th May at 7.30pm in Edwalton Church Hall, Vicarage Green, Edwalton. Tickets are £5 each to include a glass of wine and are available from Edwalton Post Office. Further information from pam.gardner@ntlworld.com
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Radcliffe Sword Club Learn the exciting modern Olympic sport of fencing with Radcliffe Sword Club, meeting at the main sports hall, Clifton Leisure Centre, Southchurch Drive, Clifton, NG11 8AB. Juniors (aged 9-14): Tuesday 18:30-20:00; Adults (15+) : Tuesday 20:00-22:00 and Wednesday 20:00-22:00 Notts Orienteering Club is a not-for-profit community sports club run by volunteers. We offer beginners orienteering sessions in the community for people to learn how to read maps and get a bit of gentle exercise at the same time. We have three evening sessions available in Worksop, West Bridgford and Mansfield on Tues and Wed evenings. For more information call Catherine on 07940575758 or e mail hubclob@noc-uk.org Lady Bay Karate Club classes in traditional shotokan karate by fully qualified coach with over 30 years experience, at the scout headquarters,mona road, lady bay. every friday from 7.00 p.m. -8.00 p.m.we welcome everyone from 10 years to adults who wishes to learn what this fascinating art has to offer. especially suited for the more mature person ,non -competitive, by mature coach with emphasis on the developement of the individual. further details please contact. chris, on 01159821161, email, kokoro@tiscali.co.uk
MODERN LINEDANCING CLASSES:- Daytime and Evenings Held in West Bridgford, Radcliffe on Trent, Plumtree (also Bakersfield and Stapleford) Suitable for Beginners, Improvers and Intermediate Levels. For further information please contact Pat on 0115 9140673.
‘FRIENDLY BADMINTON CLUB seeks players.
We play Wednesday evenings throughout the year in West Bridgford. For further information please contact Cherry on 0115 8461634 or Mick on 0115 8457024.’
Friends of Bridgford Park need volunteers of all ages to help keep our truly beautiful amenity in really good condition. The Friends plant, clear wooded areas, help all wildlife survive and increase. So we need people from all walks of life to join us Interested? Please contact Linda on 9819146 or Lorraine on 9816646 WEST BRIDGFORD ADVICE CENTRE is open every Wednesday morning from 9-30am to 12-30pm. at St Giles’ Church Hall, Stratford Rd, West Bridgford NG2 6AZ. Tel: 0115 9821475. No appointment necessary – we operate a drop in system. We can help with benefit claims, form filling, consumer, debt, and housing issues etc.
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ewly refurbished, ‘The Lady Bay’ is close to Nottingham Forest FC and is match day family friendly. Regular family entertainment and a lovely outside seating area make this friendly pub a really great place to eat and drink whatever the weather! Your free meal can be redeemed anytime Mon-Sat from 12-9pm. Choose anything from The 2 for £8.95 menu which includes gammon & eggs, lasagne, sausage and mash, hunter’s chicken, (all the English classic dishes) or visit on a Friday and try the Famous hand beer battered haddock and chips. Sign up to the website and get an e-mail for two free drinks when purchasing a meal www.gkpubs.co.uk/west-bridgford/ladybay Follow on facebook, then inbox Ali to receive a free pint voucher: www.facebook.com/ladybaypub
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This Months Question Which of our advertisers offers to clean your carpets for free? How To Enter Just send your email to: info@spotlightlocal.co.uk with the subject line Free Meal Competition. We will draw a lucky winner at random each month. Good Luck The Lady Bay Pub is at 89 Trent Boulevard West Bridgford NG2 5BE Tel: 01159 811228
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imple, satisfying (and don’t forget sustainable) a good fish pie is one of the greatest comfort food recipes there are. It is quick to prepare, easy to portion into ramekins for quick toddler meals that you can pull out of the freezer, or just cook in a big dish for the whole family. Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 45 minutes Serves: 4-6 Ingredients 1kg / 2lb 3oz Maris Piper potatoes, peeled and halved Pinch of salt Knob of butter - for mashing 1 tbsp milk - for mashing 25g / 1oz butter 25g / 1oz flour 4 spring onions, finely sliced 400ml / 14 fl oz milk 200g / 7oz white fish 200g / 7oz smoked haddock Good handful prawns Small bunch chives, finely snipped Handful frozen sweetcorn Handful frozen peas Handful grated cheddar (optional)
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Method Preheat the oven to 200C/ 180 fan/ gas mark 6. Put the potatoes in a saucepan and pour over enough water to cover them. Salt lightly and bring to the boil and then simmer until tender. When cooked, allow to drain thoroughly, then mash with the milk and butter. Season with ground black pepper. Meanwhile, place the butter, flour and spring onions in a large pan and heat gently until the butter has melted, stirring regularly. Cook for 1 -2 mins. Gradually whisk in the milk. Bring to the boil. Keep stirring to prevent the sauce sticking or becoming lumpy. Cook for 3 – 4 minutes until it’s thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the fish, prawns, snipped chives, sweetcorn and peas. Spoon into an ovenproof dish. Spoon the potato evenly over the top. At this point you can let it cool, then cover and freeze the pie for another day. Defrost before cooking, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese if using. Place in the oven for 20 - 25 mins or until golden and bubbling at the edges.
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