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Trooping Of The Colour 6 Who Let The Dogs Out? 8 Wimbledon Fortnight 10 A Good Read 12 The World’s Best Dad 14 June Recipe 16 What Is 4K TV? 18 Puzzle Pages 20 Hear Hear 22 Local Info 24 Run Safeley 26 Lady Bay Open Gardens 28 Index of Advertisers 30 Published by Spotlight Local Media Ltd Company No. 6841257 Tel: 01623 706570 Suite 104, 1 Hanley Street Nottingham NG1 5BL Graphic Design and Layout: Spotlight Local Media Distributed by Best Distributions Trusted Delivery Partner of the Spotlight Magazine
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Did you know that July was originally called Quintilis, and that it is usually the warmest month of the year? No, neither did I. Good old Wikipedia. If you are venturing on your summer jollies, remember to stay safe, slip slap slop with the suncream, and have a great time. Please remember too that if you are thinking of getting any work done on your home or business now that summer has arrived, consider giving our supporting advertisers a call. And if you are a local business that would like more customers, we can help with that too! Spotlight magazine is delivered to 6,000 homes and businesses in the Mansfield South area each month, with similar magazines going to Mansfield North and West Bridgford. To Advertise or contribute: T: 0115 822 4995 E: info@spotlightlocal.co.uk Web: www.spotlightlocal.co.uk
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Summer Concerts
They Have Never Been More Popular Just Add Children! Summer concerts for families have never been more popular. Whether your tastes extend to the classics, jazz, pop or folk there will be an outdoor event to suit your family.
so there’s plenty of room for running around and even outdoor games such as frisbees and football, providing they’re played well away from the main crowd.
Most young children will not mind which genre you choose. What they’ll love is the idea of a leisurely picnic, a chance to run around outside and possibly sideshows like jugglers, magicians and face painters.
Evening concerts are really exciting for children. Being allowed to stay up past normal bedtime is always a thrill and as night falls and people light candles and lanterns the scene becomes magical.
If you’re a summer concert virgin and you’re not sure how your offspring will behave, try a free concert in a local park first off. You will feel more relaxed and they can clap and sing along without you worrying that their antics might disturb other people. But even larger, more formal concerts tend to be rather informal. It’s probably best that your kids are versed in basic etiquette like not running through other people’s picnic areas and not throwing food or scrapping with siblings.
Also many evening concerts have a firework finale. Then there’s the excitement of finding your car in the dark with your torch. What more could a child want? Tips for Outdoor Concerts Choose to sit further back from the stage than you would if you were alone. Dedicated concert goers
and those without children tend to sit near the front and they might not take kindly to boisterous youngsters. Sitting further back gives you all more room to stretch out and wander around. Take small amounts of lots of different foods. Variety will keep them interested. Take folding chairs, sunscreen, hats, insect repellent or citronella candles and lots of rugs. Comfort is important, especially as the sun disappears. A flask of hot chocolate is a winner when the evening air takes on a chill. Some glowsticks or lanterns will make the event extra special. By Sarah Davey
But with a dose of general good manners normal lively behaviour is well tolerated at such events. Most concerts tend to take place in large fields anyway
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I Want To Ride My Bicycle Cycling Is Increasing In Popularity Enjoy Cycling Safely This Summer!
Do you remember the thrill of owning your first bike? That sense of freedom and speed? Cycling has increased in popularity again since London 2012 and rightly so – it’s an eco-friendly, sociable and healthy activity. Regular family cycling trips can provide a wealth of new experiences and a sense of adventure and bonding. It’s never too late to start: even if junior is too young for their own bike they will love to travel along with you. Please note that for most trai lers and all child bike seats the child should be able to support their own head wearing a cycle helmet. For most children this is between 10-14 months but be sure to take advice from your local cycle specialist. Trailers These attach to the adult’s bike and may be single or double. They offer some protection from the elements as they can be covered. They can also take children up to 45Kg.
on the road, some drivers may not see it. Hire before you buy. Most cycle-hire outlets offer a good range. It’s a great way to find out if a trailer is for you. You can buy specialist trailers for babies too young to travel in child seats or in conventional trailers. The child is securely strapped in and the framework acts as a roll-cage in case of a toppling accident. The beauty of these specialised trailers is that they also convert into a buggy. They’re not recommended for road use though. Child bike seat These are comfortable and offer a great view as the child is raised up. Choose the seat according to the child’s weight and height rather than age as children vary so much. Carrying a child alters the centre of gravity of the bike
so practice on soft ground or in a safe area before you venture out on to the roads. Trailer bikes / Tag-alongs These have one wheel, and a saddle with a curved frame which attaches to the adult bike. The child can peddle or just hitch a ride. For an older child who wants to ride independently but who tires on long cycle rides, you can buy a connector kit to attach their bike to the adult bike. Consult your local dealer for advice. IMPORTANT No-one should travel in a conventional trailer or bike seat unless they are wearing a helmet. Bike seats (and to some extent trailers) leave children exposed to the elements. Wrap them up warm in cold weather, and make sure they’re slathered in sunscreen when it’s sunny.
An older child has enough space to take along their own snacks and a couple of toys. They can nap in comfort if they wish. The disadvantage of a trailer is its proximity to the ground: it doesn’t afford much of a view. There is also a danger that, if used
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Return Of The Pawnbroker A Sign Of The Times?
What do you think of when you see the word pawnbroker? The slums of Dickens? The austerityyears of the 1930’s Great Depression? Think again; modern pawnbrokers are rather smart establishments, and don’t look out of place on the high street. After World War II the pawnbrokering went into something of a decline and by the Seventies it had almost died out as a trade with maybe just fifty or so in the whole of the British Isles, generally in poorer areas which boasted a high concentration of itinerant workers. Now there are over a thousand pawnbrokers in the UK and they are appearing in traditionally affluent areas. The industry is worth an estimated £100 million per year! The Australians have also followed suit with their Cash-Converters, high street buy-back chain.
piece of jewellery or a watch through to a prize car or even a house. One London pawnbroker says he was once offered a Lear Jet! Likewise the clients have changed too. In the old days it was men trying to make enough to pay the rent man or the landlord. Now it’s just as likely to be a middle class couple looking for a way to pay the mortgage or the school fees. So how does it work? Pawnbrokers and their like give a client money in return for an object that is held as security until the customer pays off the loan and any interest charges. There are no credit checks and, once the item is valued and a rate of interest agreed, the customer leaves with the money.
the client can reclaim their goods. If the loan is not paid back then the pawnbroker has the right to extend the terms or sell the goods, though many are reluctant to do this as they thrive on repeat business. Buy-back shops are slightly different. Here the client sells their item with an option to buy it back within 28 days. If they don’t reclaim it then the shop can sell the item. The Consumer Credit Act states that a pawnbroker must give their client a receipt displaying the date the redemption period ends; the amount of credit secured by the pledge, and the interest rate, plus any other charges that individual lender may apply. If you lose your receipt inform your pawnbroker immediately so that no one else can present it.
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What’s caused the change? Many of us seem to have lost faith in the banking system which in turn seems to have lost faith in itself as it restricts credit. People suddenly see pawnbrokers as a way of generating cash. Modern pawnbrokers offer a discreet and confidential service where clients can pledge anything from a
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A Good Read matriarch, and Shep, a father who tries to provide for his family but is under a lot of pressure and unable to quite express his feelings. Siddalee’s voice is joined by her siblings, Little Shep, Lulu, and Baylor.
Little Altars Everywhere by Rebecca Wells One of the marks of a great book is that it can let you travel the world, and even through time, from the comfort of your own living room (or coffee shop – depending on where you are reading). This is exactly what Little Altars Everywhere does. From your familiar surroundings in the UK this transports you to Louisiana in the heart of the southern states of America and throws you into the lives of the Walker family. Siddalee is the eldest daughter in the family and she is the narrator who opens the story. Growing up in the 1960s life is changing around her and it is only as an adult that she can begin to deal with the turbulence of her childhood. Each chapter is told by a different member of the family. There is Vivi, the
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This is, in many ways, a collection of short stories, each giving a glimpse into life for the Walker clan. From the summers spent in Spring Creek, to dance classes, a pregnant dog, and a runaway daughter, the pieces gradually come together. Accompanying the family through their experiences are the Ya-Yas: four close friends, including Vivi, who are loud, colourful, and vibrant. But this is not always an easy story to read. Families can hide secrets that the outside world will never know and the consequences won’t be felt for years.
her father? What really happened to turn a beloved prince into a reclusive beast? Offering a fresh twist on the classic story, this tween/teen read contains many ‘ooh, that’s clever’ moments. Of course, we know that at the end of the story Gaston will arrive at the castle to kill the Beast. But suppose they were once best friends? Filled with familiar characters such as Lumiere and Cogsworth this novel offers another layer to the story we all know. Whilst it is not the greatest work of literature it will definitely appeal to fans of either the animated or live action movie, and is one of a growing series of novels telling the darker side of Disney classics. By Willow Coby
The Beast Within by Serena Valentino We all know the story of Beauty and the Beast. Whether it is through the original fairy tale, Disney’s 1991 animated hit, or the recent live action remake. But is there something missing from the story? How much do we know about what happened BEFORE Belle arrived at the Beast’s castle to rescue
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Outside Seating - Choose A Garden Seat This year I decided to buy an all-weather seat for my garden. Bizarrely I didn’t actually have a permanent place to sit where I could admire my hard work. There is an art to choosing and placing garden seating. First decide whether you want to sit in full sun, or dappled shade. Watch the path of the sun and make a note of which particular parts of the garden are illuminated at each time of day. Think about when you will sit in you garden. Will you want to eat breakfast out there? If so pop a seat and little table in a spot which catches the morning sun. If like many of us the only chance you get to sit out is during the evening then look for an area which is bathed in golden light of late afternoon. Would you like to dine out doors in the evening?
Use galvanised screws and it should last 20 years, providing a delightful place to rest. Choose all-weather furniture for ease of use unless you have oodles of storage space for the winter months. Plastic is cheap but can look very tacky. There are some wonderful synthetic wicker style pieces available now though, and excellent metal furniture which requires no care at all. My favourite material is wood though mostly this does require ongoing maintenance. I did discover some rather attractive polystyrene slatted furniture on an aluminium frame which looked remarkably like the real deal.
If finances allow you can buy beautiful teak wood furniture which requires very little in the way of after care. Try before you buy! Yes you want your furniture to look wonderful but the most important factor is comfort. Are the seats wide enough? Is there enough back support? Does it come with pads? Finally, to bring a touch of indoor comfort and style to an outdoor area I discovered outdoor rugs! Yes really. Made from longlasting material, outdoor rugs can cope with rain or shine. They are made from robust, resistant, easy-care synthetic fibres, which absorb minimal moisture and which dry quickly afterwards.
Can you make room for a table, and would a patio heater be a good investment, so you can make the most of the setting. If the only area you can place a bench is in baking sun then it’s good to place some sort of overhead structure. It can be as simple or elaborate as you like. Sawn tanalised timbers can be used to make a very simple frame over which you can train a vine or climber.
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Coronation Chicken
A Retro Summer Supper Preparation time 1-2 hours Cooking time 30 mins to 1 hour Serves 4-8 Ingredients 1.5kg/4lb free-range chicken 4 spring onions, sliced 6 garlic cloves, peeled, left whole 1 tbsp sea salt 10 whole black or green peppercorns or a mixture For the sauce 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 onion, chopped 1 tbsp curry powder 1 tbsp tomato purée 85ml/3fl oz red wine 150ml/¼pint water 1 bay leaf salt and freshly ground black pepper caster sugar 2 slices lemon squeeze of lemon juice 425ml/15fl oz good-quality mayonnaise 2 tbsp apricot purée (You can make your own by blending 4-5 ready-to-eat dried apricots with 3 tbsp water) 3 tbsp whipped cream
and chop into chunks. For the sauce, heat the oil in a pan over a medium heat. Add the onion and cook gently for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the curry powder and cook for a further two minutes, stirring well. Add the tomato purée, wine, water and bay leaf. Bring the mixture to the boil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then add the sugar, lemon slices and lemon juice, to taste. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered, for 5-10 minutes. Strain the sauce through a sieve and set aside to cool. Once cold fold in the mayonnaise and apricot purée, to taste. Add more lemon juice if required and then finally fold in the whipped cream. Arrange the chicken on a large platter, pour the sauce over the top, sprinkle with the coriander and serve immediately, with rice or salad.
To serve 1 tbsp roughly chopped coriander Boiled rice Method Place the chicken into a large saucepan with a tight-fitting lid. Cover with water and add the spring onions, garlic, salt and peppercorns, bring to the boil uncovered and simmer for 30 minutes. Turn the chicken once during this time. Cover with the lid and turn off the heat. Leave for one hour. Remove the chicken, allow to cool completely, and then tear the chicken from the bones
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Ready For Retirement? Maybe You Just Aren’t Ready Yet! So What Can You Do?
Even though retirement ages have been increased recently many people find that when the time comes we don’t feel quite ready to down tools and head to the allotment or the golf course. All the knowledge, skills and qualifications we’ve achieved over the years can’t just be switched off, and we might not feel ready to step out of working life entirely. So if the calendar says one thing but our heart and mind disagree, what should we do? Don’t despair; there are in excess of 1.3 million pensioners still in work. We represent 11% of the total workforce, and are living proof that many companies recognise our experience. Staged Retirement Talk to your boss or line manager in advance of your retirement. Ask if you can stage your retirement over a couple of years, maybe dropping to a three day week, then two days etc. Many companies are happy to accommodate loyal employees. Stress that it will make any transitions run more smoothly because you will be able to pass on your knowledge to your replacement and allow them to gradually take over. If you regularly deal with
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clients it can be very reassuring for them to know that you are still around. Benefits Find out what your entitlements are. Check out www.direct.gov.uk to find out about pensions, earnings and tax. If you prefer to talk to someone in person on the phone, ensure you have all relevant information to hand: P45, NI Number etc. Even if you’re only entitled to a few pennies at this stage, the important thing is that you are registered. Other benefits may come your way later. Job-hunting www. jobcentreguide.co.uk provides an abundance of information on vacancies and also free CV advice, which is especially helpful if you are out of practice in the art of selling yourself to a prospective employer. You can register your CV on line with any number of agencies, such as www.reed.co.uk, which show jobs in your area, and assist with careers advice. If you prefer to register in person, pop into your local
These are all positive moves which will help you feel more confident and in control. There are many ways to research information about employment. The library and your local college are good starting points. Libraries often have computer terminals available for public use, and some run courses if your PC skills need polishing. When you get an interview: Be positive Stress the good reputation of the firm plus other positive information. Play to your strengths Explain how the skills you’ve acquired throughout your working life will benefit this company Play down the negatives of retirement Describe any voluntary work, hobbies studying and training you’ve completed. As an older person Play on your experience and loyalty but… Reassure the employer You are hard working, flexible and willing to learn. Think of retirement as a fresh start. It may be a chance to reinvent yourself and it’s never too late to land your dream job. Good luck.
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Why We Need Bedtime Stories
I loved bedtime stories as a child and now I’m enjoying them again with my own children. Bedtime stories are calming, fun and snugly time and those are good enough reasons on their own for indulging. But Bedtime stories have other benefits too. Communication Reading is one of the most important communication tools available to us and is fundamental in establishing essential pathways in the brains of early learners.
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Microblading is performed by depositing pigment superficially in the upper region of the dermis with the use of a hand tool. This technique involves drawing individual, crisp hair strokes that can be very natural looking. Technicians use topical anaesthetics to limit discomfort for the client.
Immediately post treatment the eyebrow will appear darker than expected, but will fade up to 50% during the healing process over the following two weeks. The second application 4 weeks later includes a touch up to ensure the micropigments are healing properly and are responding well.
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