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Health and Wellbeing In Praise of Carrots! 6 Motoring LPG Cars 8 Lifestyle and Leisure Restaurant Review 10 Puzzle page 14 Nottingham Art Scene 16 Do you Twitter? 20 Home & Garden Computer Guide 22 Book Review 24 Garden View 26 Business Focus 28 Community Information 30 - 32 Index of Advertisers 34
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Well the dark nights are here again! Time for slippers and log fires. Lots of interesting content for you to read this month. We had a lovely meal at the Riverbank Bar and Restaurant, and we have the review for you. There is some interesting computer based advice too, with a warning from Midland Data Networks about a computer support scam, and a guide for all you would be twitterers! Thanks to all our advertisers and contributors, and all the positive feedback we have received.
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Health and Wellbeing Carrots
‌ and other Colourful Carotenoids! Carrots...? An article in praise of the humble carrot? Yes, they really do help us to see in the dark! They are one of the top carotenoid foods containing the yellow/ orange pigment, called beta-carotene, also found in apricots, cantaloupe melon, papaya, pumpkin, butternut squash, sweet potato and green vegetables like kale, Romaine lettuce, broccoli and spinach, where the green chlorophyll disguises the yellow pigment. Leafy greens also contain lutein, another carotenoid, which like beta-carotene is also essential for eye health and may help to reduce the effects of macular degeneration. Tomatoes and water melon contain beta-carotene as well as the red pigment, lycopene, which is believed to help memory. So carotenoids are vital, colourful nutrients that should be included in our diets. They are considered some of the best immuneboosting antioxidents. They mop up oxidising free-radicals, the chemicals that damage our body cells, including our skin and eye cells, and generally speed up the aging process. Studies also indicate that beta-carotene plays a significant role in reducing heart disease, some forms of cancer and the effects of skin damage due to excess sun exposure. Beta-carotene is converted in the liver to Vitamin A. It then travels to the eye where it is transformed into rhodopsin, a purple pigment, essential for night vision. A Vitamin A deficiency causes poor adaptation to changes in light levels, such as the effect of bright headlights or passing from full sun to
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shade. We can get Vitamin A directly from animals by eating liver and fish liver oils. Being fat-soluble it is stored in the liver so should not be eaten to excess, especially e mail us atwhen info@spotlightlocal.co.uk during pregnancy liver is best avoided. Eggs and butter provide both beta-carotene and Vitamin A. Margarine may have beta-carotene colouring added to it. Juicing carrots, then drinking immediately to prevent oxidation, is the best way to extract the most beta-carotene from the cellulose it is stored in and to benefit from the nutrients destroyed by cooking. Grating carrots will also help to break up the cellulose. Tests have shown that light steaming will extract more beta-carotene rather than eating raw, as will boiling them whole, then slicing just before eating or blending for carrot soup. Just remember the importance of moderation and variety. Beta-carotene will give your skin a healthy post-summer glow, but it may develop an orange tinge if you consume an excessive amount! This has happened to children drinking too much orange squash containing betacarotene colouring. It is quite harmless and soon fades, but it most certainly confirms the phrase ‘you are what you eat’! Sue Blain, Naturopath
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he Queen is a fan. So are Tony Blair and around 117,000 British motorists. The object of their admiration? Liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), an environmentally friendly fuel. Her Majesty puts it in several cars in her fleet, while the prime minister has a couple of official vehicles that run on the ‘green’ gas. Petrol station owners love LPG too, because it’s more profitable than petrol and diesel, even though it’s sold at about half the price of either (thanks to its low fuel duty). That means motorists can share the joy by making savings of up to 40% when they fill up with LPG, according to the campaigning group Boost LPG (http://www. boostlpg.co.uk). LPG is a natural hydrocarbon fuel made up of propane and butane, and is an abundant by-product of the oil and gas industries. The burning of LPG produces less carbon dioxide than other fuels, meaning a smaller contribution to global warming. It also has the property of turning from gas to liquid at atmospheric temperature if moderately compressed, meaning it can be easily stored as a liquid and turned back into gas simply by relieving the pressure. And because it is 250 times denser as a liquid, a lot can be stored in a relatively small container. LPG has a lot of uses, including home heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning and the industrial manufacture of paper, textiles, glass and heavy ceramics. But it is in motoring where the gas is gaining most attention, with around 1,300 UK service stations currently offering LPG, which is sometimes known as Autogas.
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Around 9million cars worldwide are run on LPG, about 117,000 of them being in the UK, where the Government supports LPG’s use by maintaining a low duty on the fuel and providing grants towards the conversion of some cars to run on LPG. For more information and to apply for a conversion grant, visit the Energy Saving Trust (http://www. est.org.uk). Most major motor manufacturers – from Ford to Volvo - produce vehicles that run on LPG as well as standard fuel. Cars that are fuelled by petrol can be converted to run on LPG too for about £1,700. Converting diesel vehicles is more costly because more work has to be done on the engine to make it compatible for both fuels. About 200 companies in the UK are participants in the LPGA Approved Installer Scheme, which was set up in conjunction with the Department for Transport. Motorists often shy away from converting because they find it hard to locate someone to do the job, but a comprehensive list of approved installers can be found on the LP Gas Association’s website (http://www.lpga.co.uk). The advantages of LPG-powered cars are a more environmentally friendly ride that’s also quieter with little or no loss of engine efficiency. Vehicles that use the gas are entitled to an exemption from London’s Congestion Charge But there are disadvantages, too. A conversion will mean that some space in your car’s boot will be taken up by an LPG tank. Vehicles that run on the gas are currently not allowed through the Channel Tunnel, and only about 10% of British service stations presently offer the green fuel.
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Riverbank Bar & Kitchen or this months restaurant review we headed to the Riverbank Bar and Kitchen situated on Trent Bridge at the Embankment.
The location is ideal, being close to both Nottingham town centre and West Bridgford, and where it enjoys fabulous views of the riverside and the leafy embankment. It has recently been extensively converted into a stylish and modern 250-capacity bar and 110-seater eatery, with a separate Gallery function room and an in-house Deli. Outside boasts an extensive ultrachic, all-weather terrace with wild-flame heaters and sunken wind-free enclaves to keep you snug and warm in winter and all of which is shaded from the sun and showers during our glorious English summers. On entering, you walk into a stylish and modern bar with its in house Deli. It is here that you can enjoy live music every night of the week. There is a house band on friday, saturday and sunday, piano on monday, the Kit Mason Trio on tuesday, and unplugged acoustic sessions Wednesday. Each night a cool classy musical treat. The food in here is straight from the Deli, offering fresh, locally sourced ingredients, and handcrafted bread in a tapas style, or fabulous deli sandwiches. This evening we chose to eat in the restaurant. We sat in a quiet comfortable booth, with a lovely view
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of the lighted Trent Bridge. It was a wednesday night, and surprisingly busy. There is a lovely atmosphere, with cool jazz music in the background, and tasteful ambient lighting. The Menu is a delight, created by the head chef, Mark Osborne. Mark is a shareholder in the business, and his pedigree and passion is the driving force of the kitchen. For starters I chose the soup of the day, which was a very tasty watercress soup, we also tried the pressed terrine of confit duck, corn fed chicken and Foie Gras, with apple and celery salad, and also the Mushrooms on toast, with tarragon, cream, toasted sour dough bread, truffle oil and parmesan. All were nice size portions and very enjoyable.
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The main course was a difficult choice, but eventually I decided on the pan fried salmon, with saffron potato, sweet peas, braised gem lettuce and poached cockles. The salmon was fabulous, and the cockles a nice treat. We also tried the pave of beef rump, cooked to perfection with potato terrine, curly kale, horseradish cream and spiced carrot puree. The final choice was the Riverbank Gourmet Burger, on a very large toasted focaccia bun with sweetcorn and chilli relish, Johnny Pusztai’s bacon and Coston Basset Stilton. Served with rocket salad and a pile of Beef Dripping fat chips. All extremely well presented, and all immensely enjoyed! Finally we had to sample the desserts, not because we wanted to of course but because somebody had to do it! We decided to share the prune and armagnac tart with ginger cake ice cream, and the dark chocolate mousse, with passionfruit and white chocolate crisp. A fabulous end to a wonderful meal. The whole experience was a delight. The staff were attentive and friendly, the wine list is very comprehensive. There are real ales on draught, deli products to take home, cool music and fabulous food. There is also a great value early bird menu; lunchtimes 12 - 2.30, and evenings 6 - 7pm, a 2 course meal is only £13.50, and 3 courses £16.50. From 5 – 7pm there is an Aperitivo, ( a kind
of happy hour with an itialian twist) where you can enjoy a relaxing cocktail after work with free samples from the deli & discount presecco, peroni & cocktails. The Riverbank is the latest addition to a family-run business which opened its first ‘Trentside’ eatery in 1986 with the highly successful, award-winning Tom Browns Brasserie in Gunthorpe, followed by the very popular sister restaurant, The Farndon Boathouse, located just outside Newark in 2008. For more information take a look at their website: http://www.riverbanknotts.co.uk Many thanks to Adam and all the staff. We had a very enjoyable evening with fabulous food and music. Heartily recommended.
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Nottinghamshire YMCA VINTAGE FOOTAGE WANTED! Nottinghamshire YMCA has launched ‘A Century of Youth’ – a new film project exploring the lives of young people in the East Midlands over the past 100 years. Combining archive footage and new interviews, it will be led by 16 young people who need your help! Anyone with footage which could help tell this exciting story is asked to get in touch with the project team. If you have old cans of film, VHS tapes or photographs that offer an insight into growing up in the East Midlands at any point over the last century, they want to hear from you. Nottinghamshire YMCA is working with the Media Archive of Central England to safely view and transfer relevant archive footage into digital formats, so your footage is in safe hands. Footage can either be returned to you or can be placed into safe storage and preserved for future generations to enjoy.
If you have a hidden treasure, please call Rebecca Lawson or Thomas Hall at Nottinghamshire YMCA’s Film and Video Department on 0115 855 3365 or email film@nottsymca.org This project has been enabled by EM Media and the UK Film Council’s Digital Film Archive Fund supported by the National Lottery. Comments from Rebecca Lawson, Film Production Manager: “We’re really hoping to uncover some hidden film gems, and are looking forward to seeing what people have stored away in the attic.” “Old films and even VHS tapes are at risk of being lost forever unless they are stored correctly and copies are made. I would really urge people to dig out any footage that might be of interest and give us a call so that we can preserve this precious footage for future generations to enjoy”
The young people from across the East Midlands will be led by professional film makers, who will guide them through the process of planning, filming, editing, marketing and distributing their film creations. Over 100 people of all ages and backgrounds will share their memories and experiences of their youth for the film, which will be screened in several cinemas across the region.
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Riverbank Bar Mondays from 8.30pm Piano Lounge with Joe Stafford. Come and relax and enjoy the sounds of one of the Midlands’ slickest ivory technicians! Tuesdays from 8.30pm All Girls Club with Kit Mason Trio, Ashton and other special guests. Soft, sassy & soulful female vocalists, covering a range of contemporary songs. Wednesdays from 9pm Unplugged Sessions with Steve McGill, performing popular covers from Jack Johnson & David Gray to Gnarles Barkley & Rihanna.
every Thursday from 9pm Musica del Rio Latin Cuban fusion bands, such as Mas y Mas set the buzzing vibe!
Drinks offer Mojito £3.50 Sol Beer £2.50
every Friday 10pm-1am House Band featuring Roger Bird
Our own house band playing cool Lounge & Swing tunes with lead vocals by the irresistible Roger Bird, who has appeared at iconic venues such as Ronnie Scott’s and Jools Hollands’ Jam House. Sundays from 9pm Sunday Sessions Cool laid-back music with Ashton and guests. Covers of Erykah Badu, Gill Scott and more. Perfect to relax on a Sunday evening.
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“What’s Happening?”
his message greets you when you open your Twitter account page. You’re then meant to tell the world “what’s happening” in your life by typing a short, snappy message, or ‘tweet’, of up to 140 characters. Unless you have been living on a desert island for the past couple of years, the phenomenon of Twitter will be familiar to you, whether you use it or not. Twitter was invented in 2006 as an online alternative to the text messaging service on mobile phones. It took off in 2009 after Stephen Fry started talking about Twitter being the next big thing. It seems he was right. There are many other ways to stay in touch, but for businesses, large or small, Twitter is the new marketing tool. It reaches places other tools can’t reach. It’s a vital promotional medium in the digital age. As Twitter itself states, “One of Twitter’s key benefits is that it gives you the chance to communicate casually with customers on their terms, creating friendly relationships along the way - tough for corporations to do in most other mediums”.
How should you use Twitter to its best advantage? Download a program to help you to manage Twitter. TweetDeck, Seesmic and HootSuite are highly recommended. Twitter makes much more sense when you use one of these desktop applications rather than the basic page on Twitter.com. They help organise your messages and contacts. You can also create and use a number of accounts so you can choose which ‘persona’ to tweet from using one of these applications. Twitter is easy to use on your mobile phone. Any mobile that can send text messages can be used to tweet. You simply send a text message using a special phone number. The iPhone and the Blackberry have their own applications for using Twitter. Other phones that can access the internet have numerous recommended applications available, such as SnapTu and Seesmic. New free, downloadable applications are being developed every day; this industry is moving extremely fast. You need to watch your usage time and what your phone contract offers though. Text messages often cost money although Twitter is free. Each mobile phone company offers different deals, so do your homework first. For further information about using Twitter on your phone visit the Twitter website. To make best use of Twitter you have to interact and put yourself out there. Follow the right people, jump in, engage, promote others and have fun. Use Twitter as you would network in a room full of people. You don’t turn up at a networking event, talk to yourself and wait for people to listen do you?
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clients that the broadband is OK, and it is their own PC at fault. Within 4 days of being told this, they have received a call from a “foreignâ€? sounding company, asking for them by name, telling them that they have a computer problem, and asking the client to go to various parts of the computer to open access for remote support. Following this they have tried to get the clients to sign up for a maintenance contract to the value of ÂŁ145. If you do receive such a call, proceed with caution. I would recommend that you speak with your current IT help person if you have one, or if not, please do not hesitate to contact myself, a Trading Standards approved company. If you have any questions, call Bryan on 01949 876098 or email questions@ midlanddatanetworks.co.uk
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A Good Read Smelly Bill’s Smelliest Stories– Daniel Postgate It can be difficult to choose books for newly confident readers: they are happy to say that they are ‘too big’ for picture books, but faced with a paperback novel they can feel out of their depth. So, this omnibus edition of Smelly Bill stories is perfect – shaped like an ordinary paperback, but with a generous balance of pictures and text, it is an ideal ‘halfway house’ choice. The book contains three Smelly Bill stories, each told in lively rhyme. The first introduces our hero, the scruffiest
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Bonfires
’m not a huge fan of the garden bonfire. I think that generally there are better ways of disposing of garden waste. Most green waste, such as leaves or grass can be recycled. Woody waste can be shredded and either composted or used as mulch, though it may be more cost-effective to hire a shredder rather than buy one outright if your garden is small. However, if wood is diseased for example, a bonfire may be the best way to deal with it. So what are the rules regarding bonfires? Surprisingly there are no specific laws against having a bonfire, or when you can have one. There may be local by-laws though. These are laws made by a local authority and applicable only in a defined geographical area. Phone your council, or check their website for further information. Likewise, if you rent a property, check under your tenancy agreement to see whether bonfires are permitted. Laws about bonfires are generally concerned with their potential nuisance value. So you can’t burn plastics, or
painted household waste which may produce toxic fumes or thick smoke harmful to asthma sufferers. Also, the Highways Act states that it is an offence to light a bonfire near a road if the drifting smoke may cause a traffic hazard. Mostly, bonfires are all about common sense. The smoke and smell might annoy your neighbours, especially if it prevents them from opening their windows or hanging out their washing. Warn your neighbours beforehand—and they’ll be less likely to complain. Light your bonfire at a time least likely to cause a nuisance - on a warm sunny day people are more likely to be out in their garden, enjoying it.
Bonfire Safety Check-list Build the bonfire away from sheds, fences and trees Don’t build it too large and make sure it’s stable, so it won’t collapse outwards or to one side.
Don’t use petrol or paraffin to start the fire as these accelerate the flames and may cause the fire to burn out of control.
Keep a bucket of water or a hose Check the bonfire for handy—just in case hibernating wildlife. Don’t leave the fire unattended.
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Keep small children and pets out of the way. Once the fire has died down, pour water over the embers to stop them re-igniting. Only burn dry material. Damp material creates much more smoke.
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Business Focus Midland Cable Installations Voltage optimisation is not a new technology, it has been widely used within industry for years, making huge savings on carbon emissions and on bills. Now, with the help of Midland Cable Installations and Vphase, you can benefit from these savings in your home. By reducing and managing the voltage, the Vphase device will ensure your lighting and many of your household appliances are using less energy and subsequently producing less carbon emissions.
Across Europe the agreed statutory range for voltage is 207v to 253v, here in the U.K. voltage is typically around the 245v mark. Household appliances must now be able to operate satisfactorily within the European statutory range, therefore many of the appliances we use on a regular basis will use less energy at a lower voltage.
The Vphase vx1unit reduces and stabilises the voltage, to a default 220v, upon selected circuits. A level still within the statutory limits, but below the level of voltage typically being provided to the property. This eliminates ‘over voltage’, which is a costly and unnecessary waste of energy. The unit is intentionally simple to keep the cost down and aims to be repaying within the 5 year warranty. Simply fitted, it’s a fit and forget, if the green light is on its working. There is no need for it to be serviced and is designed for a lifespan of 25 years+, saving around 4 tonnes of CO2 in that time.
The vx1 fits neatly alongside, in most cases, the existing consumer unit (fuse box). In back to back tests, on appliances such as fridges and freezers, it has delivered massive savings of around 17%. Savings have also been substantial on lighting, washing machines, tumble driers, dishwashers and a host of other appliances. Not only do you get these savings, the vx1 will also help extend the lifespan of lamps and appliances through operating them at a lower, more stable voltage.
Savings in properties with a vx1 installed have ranged between £50 and £135. An average of 3.6% overall in whole house carbon emissions and 9% of energy savings have also been demonstrated. If every house in this country had a vx1 fitted the carbon savings would be the equivalent of taking 2.3 million cars off the road every year! The Vphase unit must be installed by a part p registered and qualified electrician to ensure current building regulations are met. We at Midland Cable Installations are a Napit part p registered electrical firm, and have attended the Vphase installation course, and have registered on the Vphase web page as local installers. We are happy to carry out a no obligation survey, to assess potential installations, and hopefully helping to save energy and the environment.
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The VPhase device was awarded ‘Innovative Residential Domestic Product of the Year’ at this year’s UK Electrical Industry Awards. Visit: www.midlandcableinstallations.co.uk Call us on 0115 8829892 or 07595 510190
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The Eco House Group presents the third in a series of FREE evening events: Renewable Energy Technologies and their financial incentive schemes e e n, B e G r
Tuesday 16th November 2010 7pm for refreshments, prompt start at 7.30pm SNC Training, South Notts College Mere Way, Ruddington Fields Business Park, NG11 6JZ A full list of experts on the panel is on the website: www.wbecohouses.co.uk For those who missed the event on insulation or have further questions, there will be a second “mini event” on the evening of 17th November held in West Bridgford. Sean Stevenson of Westville (insulation installers) will be on hand to answer any questions you have. The choice of venue will depend on numbers, and I will only send out further details to those who let me know that they wish to come along. For further information about the experts and suppliers involved in Eco House Group events, have a look at the new “characters” tab on the website Living For Tomorrow conference at Forever Green Ransom Wood, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG21 0HJ on Saturday 13th November from 9.30-4.15pm. This conference is organised for community groups, and those interested in forming community groups. The aim of the conference is to inspire and equip low carbon community action around the city and . For more details see the Transition West Bridgford web site: www.transitionwb. co.uk Tool and Seed Donation Drive for The Great Green Garden We have decided it would be a great idea to have a Tool and Seed Donation Drive so we can collect gardening tools and seeds for our project. We are a community-led not-for-profit organisation so we thought it would be helpful to ask local people to donate a spare spade, digging fork, hoe or any sort of hand tool lying around in the shed collecting dust.
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We also need packets of seeds to get us growing in 2011 Your donation would be most appreciated and the recycling of unused tools and seeds is always a good thing! For more details see Transition website Green Streets West Bridgford: www. greenstreetswb.blogspot.com The next walk/ride Friday is on Friday 26th November. Please try and plan to leave your car behind and walk/cycle or take the bus instead. Many thanks. West Bridgford Skills Exchange: www. wbskills-exchange.co.uk This group has now grown to just below 100 members who not only exchange skills and services to each other, members are also giving their time and effort to support their local shops by organising this year’s Melton Road Christmas Fayre on Sunday 5th December from noon until 4pm. If you live in the area and can help out on the day to make it genuine community event please transitionwb@gmail.com
Melton Road Christmas On Sunday 5th December from 124pm the Melton Road retailers and local residents will bring you some Christmas magic. Take in the atmosphere as you stroll along the Christmas Fayre on Melton Road, buy gifts from your local shops or simply take off the chill with hot chocolate, mulled wine, mince pies and other tasty treats. There will be plenty to get you in the Christmas mood! Why not bring the children down to visit the magical grotto, with activities and gifts for young and old. We look forward to welcoming you all. Wishing you a Merry Christmas!
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Community Information 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 30 th of each month. Please email dave@ spotlightlocal.co.uk or write to The Editor, Spotlight Magazine, Suite 104, 1 Hanley St, Nottingham NG1 5BL.
Large Craft Fair on Saturday 30th October at All Hallows Church and Hall, Pierrepont Road, West Bridgford from 10am to 4pm. Many stalls, refreshments and free admission (any donations will go the Friary Drop-in Centre).
All new members welcome - just come along or Ring 0115 9140673 for information. LINE DANCING CLASS EVERY FRIDAY MORNING AT WIGHTMAN HALL (SCOUT HALL) STRATFORD RD, WEST BRIDGFORD.. 9.45 a.m. - 11.45 am (Suitable for all abilities) All new members welcome just come along or Ring 0115 9140673 for further information. LINE DANCING CLASS EVERY FRIDAY EVENING AT THE BURNSIDE HALL,CHURCH HILL, PLUMTREE 8.00.p.m. - 10.00.p.m......(Improver - Intermediate Level) All new members welcome - just come along or Ring 0115 9140673 for further information. THEATRE ARTS WORKSHOP ...offers you the chance to have a go, whatever your age, abilty or experience! Drama Workshops, Youth Theatre and GCSE Drama Saturday classes held at Jesse Gray School, Musters Road, West Bridgford. NG2 7DD. lisa.goodlass@ntlworld.com 0115 8549175
New Mosaic Workshops, Edwalton Village Hall Mosaic Mirror Sat Nov 6th 10.00 – 4.00 Mosaic Christmas Decorations Sat 27th Nov 10.00 – 12.00 Vintage inspired brooches Sat Jan 22nd 10.00 – 12.00 Visit www.julievernonmosaics.com / tel. 0115 9234563 for more details. Numbers limited so booking essential.
BRIDGFORD BEADERS meet once a month at Rushcliffe Arena from 10am to 1pm. We are a very friendly group of ladies of varied ages and abilities and we are always willing to help each other. We tend to have a project each month but you are always able to do your own thing. For further info please contact Lynn 0115 9140927 .
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.
The West Bridgford Dramatic Society Why not come along on Tuesday evenings and have a good time. Get to know other members before accidentally covering them in paint during set building. Check out the events page on the web site http://www.wbds.org. uk/, which has the latest programme!!
Hello to All Craft People - Advance notice of Craft Fair to be held on Saturday 30th October in All Hallows Halls, Pierpont Road, West Bridgford, 10am-4pm, maximum of 30 stalls, large table rent £12. To book please contact Sylvia on 0115 981 5102 or e-mail sylvia. wilkins38@btinternet.com. Free refreshments for all stall holders.
HEALTH: Classes offer slow, controlled, meditative Tai Chi and Qi Gong exercises, for beginners over 50 years of age. Every Monday afternoon, St Giles Church Hall, West Bridgford. Newcomers welcome to the 1 - 2pm session. Classes also in Bramcote and Ruddington. Tel Joy Parsons on Nottm. 9743542. LADY BAY KARATE GROUP meetevery monday & friday at the scout h/q on mona road,lady bay,at 7.00 p.m.-8.00 p.m. For more information contact chris on 01159821161. SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB All Hallows Church Hall Pierrepont Road Lady Bay Meetings start at 2pm 2nd Wednesday of the Month. We have a full programme of events new members welcome. Please contact Mrs Anne Barnes Tel : 0115 914 0141 for further details THE ROTARY CLUB OF WEST BRIDGFORD meets every wednesday at 6pm at The Nottingham Forest Football Club. Enquiries for membership from both professional men and women of all ages are very welcome. Please contact John Walker on 0115 937 3551 for more information. LINE DANCING CLASSES EVERY MONDAY EVENING AT THE METHODIST CHURCH, SHELFORD ROAD, RADCLIFFE ON TRENT 7.00p.m. - 9.45p.m. - (First Hour Suitable For “BEGINNERS”). All new members welcome - just come along and join in the fun or Ring 0115 9140673. for further information. LINE DANCING CLASS EVERY TUESDAY EVENING AT WEST PARK PAVILLION, LOUGHBOROUGH ROAD, WEST BRIDGFORD. 8.00.p.m. - 10.00 p.m. (Improver - Intermediate Level)
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Mother and Baby Postnatal Fitness Classes Tuesdays and Wednesdays 11am-12pm All Hallows Church Hall, Pierrepont Road, Lady Bay/West Bridgford - Come along from 6-10 weeks after birth. Phone Claire on 07747 656550, email claire@mummiesandbuggies. co.uk or see www.mummiesandbuggies.co.uk West Bridgford Pregnancy Fitness Classes Mondays 6:00-7:00pm and Wednesdays 6:30-7:30pm Lady Bay Scout Hut, Cnr Trent Blvd/Mona Rd, Lady Bay/ Join from as early as 12 weeks/2nd trimester. Meet other expectant mums. Phone Claire on 07747 656550, email claire@bumptobabe.co.uk or visitwww. bumptobabe.co.uk Mother and Baby Postnatal Pilates Classes Mondays 1:30-2:30pm and Tuesdays 12:15-1:15pm All Hallows Church Hall, Pierrepont Road, Lady Bay/West Bridgford Come along with your new baby 6 or 10 weeks old. Phone Claire on 07747 656550, email claire@corebaby. co.uk or see www.corebaby.co.uk Pregnancy Pilates Classes -Tuesdays 6:15-7:15pm Friary Scout Hall, Cnr Musters/Millicent Rds, West Bridgford Phone Claire on 07747 656550, email claire@ bumptobabe.co.uk
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