Kcn issue 29 feb mar 18

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Issue 29 Feb-Mar 2018 Free bi-monthly magazine

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belated Happy New Year to you all. Already we have arrived in February and now the lighter evenings are slowly creeping back in. Despite the weather the flowers are attempting to come through the soil, always a nice sign. I’m hoping to enjoy the garden this year, if the weather is kind, as no fun filled holiday is planned so far.

With Valentine’s and Mother’s Day on the horizon there are some great local shops offering some special gifts, or just a nice wee card with breakfast in bed would go a long way on any of those occasions! There are a few good offers with some of the advertisers so make sure you read what’s what and grab it before it is gone.

I didn’t manage to avoid the bugs that are going about but definitely not hit as hard as some so I hope everyone is on the mend and the coughs and splutters are tucked away for another year.

I’ve been keeping a step count for many years now.

Not always managing the 10,000 and certainly on delivery days managing much more. But research is now saying that we only need to walk moderately fast (enough to catch your breath) for ten minutes three times a day! Now that’s quite easy to slot in, so that is my new goal.

I do hope you enjoy this issue of the Kingswells Community News despite it being a little light on the more ‘local articles’ but hoping next issue everyone will have time to write their pieces.

I look forward to chatting with you all again in April!

Go grab that cuppa… until the next time.

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Our pupils love working with their local community and are keen to share some of their digital skills.

Come along and have fun with our Primary 4 to Primary 7 ‘Tech Team’. They can help you to improve your skills on your tablet, laptop or smartphone or just spend time playing fun apps with you!

Sessions are at Kingswells School on the first Tuesday of every month from 2pm to 3pm.

Our First session will be on Tuesday 6th February.

We look forward to seeing you.

Bring along your own devices or use one of ours.

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Christmas at Kingswells We had a busy and fun Christmas period at Kingswells School. There was a whole host of beautiful Christmas craft with the usual festive explosion of glitter! We enjoyed welcoming our parents to see our Christmas concerts and sing alongs. Our children, as usual, were incredible and performed with confidence and enthusiasm. It was clear to see how much parents enjoyed this and we had lots of positive feedback which is always appreciated. Some of our pupils visited Kingsmead to read stories for the residents and sing to them.

You can see the highlights from Christmas on our Spotlight on Learning film on the school website https://kingswellsprimary.co.uk/2017/12/22/christmas-at-kingswells-p1-7/ We thank families for their kind donations to the three charities chosen by our Pupil Council. We collected a fantastic total of £918; £306 was donated to Befriend a Child, £306 to Maggies and £306 to UNICEF. Digital Drop In We are about to start a Digital Drop In for seniors see the poster for more details.

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News from Councillor Delaney...

As a result of circumstances beyond my control I missed the deadline for the last issue and apologise for that. Hopefully everyone had a good festive break. It certainly won’t surprise anyone to know that the lack of gritting, especially pavements, was the biggest issue this winter. In fairness the main roads and bus routes were kept pretty clear but the pavements saw little or no attention.

I appreciate that we’ll never be completely happy with the council’s response to winter maintenance, myself included, and I fully acknowledge the hard work put in by those who work day and night to keep our city moving.

However, this year we did not see a bad winter, yet the council struggled to make an impact outwith the priority one routes. I dread to think how we would have coped with the type of winters we had in the 1960s and 1970s!

Some cul-de-sacs were being missed and others done on the basis of driver discretion as to whether or not the snow plough might get stuck. Whilst I agree this sounds reasonably sensible, some of those which were missed had always been done in the past or at least they had been up until a couple of years ago.

The Park & Ride was not gritted at all due to there being no budget assigned to this, yet people are being encouraged to use public transport, as poor as the current offering is!

There were also reports of snow ploughs and pavement gritters apparently ploughing but not gritting. In the case of pavements this was leaving a sheet of polished ice which was more dangerous than the compacted snow had been!

There was also a backlog in delivering the one tonne salt bags which can be requested in lieu of grit boxes (which are no longer supplied).

Needless to say, these serve very little purpose unless they arrive when needed! If the council wants to help residents to do their bit and help themselves they need to get their act together.

I could go on and on but will resist the temptation to do so. Suffice to say all identified issues were fed back to the council. In my view putting more money into the service is only part of the answer. Yes, we do need more pavement gritters and yes, we do need more staff. However, the council also needs to look at how they do what they do and determine

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Another issue which came up recently related to road safety at the junction of Kingswood Drive and the C89C Kingswells bypass. This arose as a result of the changed route taken by the X17 but has proved quite frightening for motorists trying to get out of Kingswood Drive as a bus travelling southbound would head directly into their path. I’m pleased to say the council is currently working up a revised junction layout to improve safety.

The latest update on bus services is that the service is going out to tender at the end of January with tenders being returned soon afterwards. Further details will hopefully be available by the end of February. The intention is for the new service to commence at the start of April. This is of course subject to the council setting aside sufficient funds to deliver the service in their annual budget. On the basis that the replacement service was unanimously agreed in September, there is no reason to believe the proposals will be derailed, but it is of course a real risk until such times as the 2018/19 council budget has been agreed.

have still to be done), Derbeth Park (about 6 properties), Concraig Park, Concraig Walk and Wellside End. Three streets have already been done this year, so hopefully those remaining will be upgraded very soon.

As always, please get in touch to raise any concerns you may have. I hold monthly surgeries in Kingswells Community Centre and regularly attend the meetings of various community groups in the area. I would of course be more than happy to receive an invitation to attend any groups I am not currently attending.

Councillor Steve Delaney Home Tel: 01224 694469 Work Tel: 01224 346614 Email: sdelaney@aberdeencity.gov.uk Web: www.delaney.org.uk Facebook: CllrDelaney Twitter: CllrDelaney

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Readers are reminded that a full account of Community Council business and other local and Aberdeen news is available on our website at http://www.kwells.org

Latest News Football Stadium

The football stadium has been approved and whether you were for or against the application we need to look forward and try to make this the best stadium and training facility it can be.

Part of the proposal is to provide facilities the community can use, and we expect the football club will want to know what facilities are required. If you have any ideas, then please let KCC know your views. You can email kcc@kwells.org, or leave messages on Facebook pages (see links on www.kwells.org ).

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What does a Physiotherapist do?

Physiotherapy can be defined as the use of physical methods such as massage, heat treatment and exercise to treat those affected by illness, injury or disease, rather than the use of surgery or drugs. It can also be used to help reduce risk of injury or illness in the future.

Physiotherapists take a science-based approach and look at the whole person including their lifestyle and general wellbeing. They educate patients so they can become involved in their own care and often give advice about posture, lifting techniques and the correct ways to carry objects. They frequently recommend exercises to strengthen specific parts of the body and improve overall health and mobility. These may be exercises which are done at home or they may suggest exercises which are done in warm, shallow water known as hydrotherapy, or general activities such as swimming and walking. They also use manual therapy. This may be the aforementioned massage or other forms of manipulation. Some physiotherapists also use specialist methods such as acupuncture, ultrasound and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (where mild electric currents are passed through the skin).

Physiotherapy is commonly used to treat back pain, shoulder pain, neck pain and sports injuries as well as movement problems following a stroke or resulting from multiple sclerosis or Parkinson’s disease. It can also assist with rehabilitation after a heart attack, and lung and breathing difficulties such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and cystic fibrosis. Some also use it in preparation for child birth.

Physiotherapy is available on the NHS and via private therapists.

To become a qualified physiotherapist in the UK, you must pass an approved degree. This will take three years if you study full time and around six years if you study part time. You will need three A Levels to get onto most courses and these will usually need to include a biological Science and possibly PE, as well as at least five GCSE’s including Maths, English and one Science. There are also some accelerated MSc’s available for those with non-cognate degrees.

To be successful therapists need to show an aptitude for caring as well as knowledge of physiotherapy. Physiotherapists need to be good listeners, motivators and able to explain treatments clearly and calmly. In addition they should also have good manual skills and be physically fit themselves as the work can often be strenuous.

To practice in the UK, physiotherapists must register with the Health and Care Professions Council and have professional liability insurance. They have to keep their knowledge and skills up to date and pay an annual retention fee. The Chartered Society of Physiotherapists is the professional, education and trade union body for around 56,000 physiotherapists in the UK.

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by Jenny Davidson, Kumiko About Jenny: A former nurse with 17 years’ experience as an electrolysis specialist and also qualified in advanced electrolysis (cosmetic procedures).

Unwanted facial and body hair is a common problem affecting as many as 80% of ladies in varying degrees. Most areas can be permanently cleared of unwanted hairs with electrolysis including hair on the upper/ lower lip, chin, cheeks, neck, chest, abdomen, underarms, bikini line and the eyebrows.

Majority of clients will be happy, well balanced people with hair growth concerns that are purely ‘cosmetic’; others may be self-conscious or even quite distressed when they take their first tentative steps through the door.

I may frequently encounter the perceived problem of hirsutism (male pattern hair growth on females) I can offer helpful and objective advice plus information to the client. In some cases where I feel there may be some abnormal systemic condition I will refer the client to their GP who may make a referral to a specialist, but in the vast majority of cases there is no underlying medical pathology and treatment at my centre is the usual outcome.

The advice and treatment offered should be sufficient to resolve any normal problem, and the result is usually a restored sense of confidence and wellbeing in the client.

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What happens? A very fine needle (equal diameter to the hair to be treated) is inserted down the side of the follicle and a mild current is applied. This causes localised destruction at the root of the hair allowing the hair to be lifted out of the follicle. A mild tingling sensation is felt but soon passes with the application of a soothing gel!

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Karaoke – See our Facebook page for future dates 2 for 1 meal deals!! – Burgers, Pasta, Goujons – see Facebook for details Takeaway Fish and Chips – Our excellent, locally sourced, Fish Suppers will be available to takeaway – collection only and will be subject to level of business in restaurant – have a wee drink in Smiddy whilst you wait!

EASTER FUNDAY – Sunday 1st April Celebrate Easter and the start of the Holidays with our first Funday of the Year, raising money for Kingswells Community Hall You asked!! – we delivered!!!

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Fudge Make this as a treat for your Valentine. Pop it in a pretty box with a big bow and they will be yours forever…as long as you don’t eat it all first!

A cooking thermometer is ideal but if you don’t have one use the method below.

Ingredients 100g butter 550g light muscovado sugar /or Demerara for a lighter flavour.

200g golden syrup 350ml double cream 1 tsp vanilla extract ¼-½ tsp sea salt flakes Method Line a tin about 23 x 23cm / 9inches x 9 inches with greaseproof paper. Melt the butter, sugar, syrup and cream in a medium-sized, high-sided heavy-based pan. Keep stirring until the sugar has dissolved.

Bring to a simmer (without stirring) over a medium-low heat and cook, stirring only occasionally until it reaches 116C, stirring more regularly after it reaches 100C and turning down the heat if it begins to catch.

Take off the heat and beat in the vanilla and salt with a wooden spoon, then continue beating until the fudge has thickened and lost its shine. Add any ingredients such as raisins, chopped nuts, or chocolate chips at this point. Pour into the tin and leave to set.

Once it’s firmed up a little, after about an hour, slice into squares and leave to cool completely. Best kept refrigerated.

If you don’t have a cooking thermometer.

Have a bowl of iced water and a metal spoon ready next to the cooker. As the mixture begins to simmer beat it more regularly then periodically take ¼ -½ tsp of the fudge mixture and plunge the coated spoon into the bowl of iced water. Then (still under the water) use your fingers to roll the mixture into a little ball. When it forms a soft, pliable ball it’s ready to take off the heat and continue with the recipe.

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Land that Job!

Knowing how to go about getting a job can be tricky if you have limited experience in the job market, but here are five tips which will increase your chances of gaining employment.

Network - Many people find jobs through people they know rather than traditional job adverts. Talk to family, friends and other people you know and ask if they are aware of any vacancies.

Attract employers - Get potential employers to come to you. Post your CV online with various agencies and you could save yourself a lot of time and effort job hunting.

Target companies - Look at the organisations which might make a good employer and concentrate on them. This may mean you only look at the big employers in your area or it might mean that you look into one sector but nationwide.

Think positive - We all get a few knock backs when looking for work. Don’t take it personally if you are rejected or don’t even get a response. It’s probably not because of anything you have done wrong.

Find hidden vacancies - Many jobs are landed before they are advertised but you need to act quickly. Look into internal recruitment and get friends to tune into their own company grapevines.

It’s a good way of getting your foot in the door early.

Knowing how to find a job is a skill in itself. Once you have been successful, the process becomes easier next time around.

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eterculter Golf Club was founded in 1989 and has since become a gateway to golf on Royal Deeside. The 18-hole course follows the natural contours of the river Dee and players can enjoy panoramic views of the valley set against the magnificence of the Grampain mountains. To further encapsulate the natural beauty of the course, we are investing in a year programme of course enhancements.

There has been no better time to join as the club is gearing up for the new season with a number of exciting new initiatives for members and visitors. Club members will benefit from season 2018 with a discounted golf agreement at a range of other Deeside golf clus, offering half price visitor golf fees throughout the season.

Our resident PGA Professional and Assistant are available to support members and visitors with a wealth of knowledge, a fully stocked pro shop, state of the art putting lab and from season 2018 will offer group lessons for ladies. As a family friendly club, we offer a PGA qualified volunteer coaching programme that consists of 20 lessons for children aged 8-14 on a Saturday afternoon, as well as children’s competitions and Family Fun Day golf events.

Peterculter Golf Club welcomes visitors and corporate outings and we can offer you a memorable golfing experience to celebrate any occasion. You will find a warm and inviting atmosphere within our Clubhouse, offering a good selection of quality traditional food and drink at competitive prices. Come along to our open day 08 April and see for yourself.

There really is something for everyone!

You can find our attractive membership fees and easy payment options on our website.

Our friendly staff are available to answer all enquiries on 01224 735245 or visit us online at www.percultergolf.co.uk Facebook and Twitter!

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March 25th-May 12th Nine well known artists coming together again at The Milton Gallery.

We originally met through NEOS and showed our work under the name Kincard-Art. We went our separate ways and are so looking forward to seeing how we have all developed.

Hazel McAllister, Kath Buchan, Cath Roberts, Martin Nelson, April Pressley, Mairi Ewen, Margaret Pitt, Jenny Watt-Colbeck, Rosy Long.

ROSY LONG - ARTIST AND MAKER OF THE MONTH (April) at TEASEL AND TWEED I will be running 2 workshops on basic Papier Mache – making a dish based on a bird shape. I will be showing smaller versions of the sheep fields and will also have 3D sheep, sheepdogs and wolves for sale. Rosy Long 01569 730665 www.rosy-long.com 22

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Pancake Day This year Pancake Day is Tuesday 28th February.

More traditionally known as Shrove Tuesday, this is the Christian feast day before Ash Wednesday, which is the start of Lent. Lent is a time of sacrifice, so Pancake Day historically was the perfect time to use up ingredients such as eggs and fats which are intrinsic to pancakes.

Historically Christians went to Church on Shrove Tuesday to seek absolution, otherwise known as shriving for their sins. So Shrove is taken from the word Shrive. A bell would ring to call people to confession and this became known as the Pancake or Shriven Bell.

The date of Shrove Tuesday varies because it occurs 47 days before Easter Sunday which also alters year on year based on cycles of the moon.

In the UK there are various traditions associated with this day in addition to the eating of pancakes. These include: Pancake Races: - One of the most famous races takes place in Olney in Buckinghamshire where is it believed the idea of the contest originated. It is said to be based on the story of a local woman who whilst she was making pancakes, heard the Shriven Bell and ran to church still wearing her apron and tossing her pancake in a frying pan to prevent it from burning.

For this reason in Olney, racers must be local housewives or men dressed as such and wear an apron and a hat or scarf. During the 415 yard race they have to toss their hot pancake at least three times and the winner has to serve their pancake to the bell ringer and be kissed by him.

Other variations of the race include the one held at Westminster School, where the cook tosses a huge pancake over a five metre bar in the playground and boys try to catch the largest piece in order to get a cash prize from the Dean.

From the twelfth century onwards, Shrove Tuesday Football Games were played out in the streets and often referred to as mob football. Nowadays only a few games take place as highways legislation has prohibited playing football on the road since 1835.

In Scarborough on Shrove Tuesday, it is customary for a large skipping rope to be in place and for up to ten people to be skipping at a time.

In some other countries, this date is known as Mardi Gras and is marked by carnivals. These are still linked to the concept of celebrating the last day of ‘fat eating’ or ‘gorging’ before the commencement of Lent. The French translation of Mardi Gras is Fat Tuesday.

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Kingwells Health Walks Please come and join us. Kingswells Health Walks are short, gentle walks of between one to three miles. They start every Thursday morning at 10.30 from the Community Centre and return after about an hour with the option of a stop for coffee and a chat. The walks are led by local trained volunteers and are free. We go out every week, whatever the weather, except when extreme conditions make it unsafe. You don’t need any special equipment, just sensible, comfortable shoes and clothing suitable for the weather. It is an opportunity to make new friends and explore Kingswells and its surroundings. We are lucky to live in such an attractive area with a variety of pleasant walks.

Some folk may already be reasonably fit and active and for them we can walk at a normal pace, but there will always be a leader who is prepared to take beginners and slower walkers, or those with health problems, who prefer to go at a more gentle pace. We have been assessed as Dementia friendly and suitable for the Move More programme of activity for people affected by cancer. Walking has many health benefits for us all, whatever our age or ability. Health walks occur all over Scotland and are supported by Paths For All and Sport Aberdeen and are approved by the NHS. Bring along your family, friends, and neighbours too! We do hope to welcome you soon.

However, if you don’t fancy walking, there are all sorts of other activities for people of any fitness level, or with disabilities, of any age and gender, organised by Sport Aberdeen.

They use a variety of different venues around Aberdeen. You will find all the information on their website: sportaberdeen.co.uk.

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Afterschool Football

Kingswells Community Centre Monday 2.00-2.30 3.30-4.15 Tuesday 3.30-4.15 Friday 9.30-10.00 10.00-10.30 2.00-2.45

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Kingswells SWI Rural report. - December members enjoyed the Christmas party.

January President Margaret Farquhar welcomed members and introduced Sabrina Chiaretti who gave a interesting talk and a slide show on climate change.

Competition winners.

Sausage Loaf.

1st Pam Stuart.

Limerick.

1st Margaret Farquhar.

2nd Moira Hamilton Meeting are held in Kingswells church hall on the second Tuesday of the month new members welcome.

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Aberdeen City Libraries @ Kingswells Community Centre

Aberdeen City Libraries deliver a fortnightly service to the Kingswells community on Fridays from 2.50 pm to 3.50 pm in the hall at Kingswells Community Centre on Kingswells Avenue.

A selection of books and DVDs, suitable for all ages, are available for loan and library staff are on hand to answer enquiries and assist with reading choices. Reservations may be placed for stock that is not on display. Theme events will take place at libraries throughout the holidays; further details are available at www.aberdeencity.gov.uk/Library For further info : Home Service Library tel. 01224 498930

Woodburn Walkers

Enjoy the countryside, meet new friends, keep fit - join the Woodburn Walkers.

Age 50+ Transport - Hire Bus, Fortnightly - Tuesday’s Starting point Hazlehead Park Time 9am for 9.15 Average Distance 7 miles contact numbers are 01224 640882 and 01224 318075.

Indoor Carpet Bowling Come along and give carpet bowls a try... indoor carpet bowling held at the Community Centre. The group is needing to swell it’s numbers so they can have a decent game every week. No experience required just come and give it a go. They do have spare bowls and nothing in the way of special clothing or equipment is required. In the first instance to gain more info and words of encouragement contact : Ian Sim Tel: 01224 741178 / Mob: 07535221718

Whist at Kingswells Do you enjoy a game of cards?

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Muscular Strength for Women

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uscular strength in its simplest form is your body’s capacity to exert force against resistance. For example as you push your body weight back up in a plank position during a push up you are exerting force into the floor/mat. This muscular strength is needed in everyday activities such as carrying your baby, lifting shopping into a car or pushing your bodyweight as you roll over in bed.

A common misconception that women have is that they need to lift light weights with multiple repetitions in order to build strength so as not to create a bulky look. While this does enhance your ability to lift light weights, it doesn’t significantly build muscular strength. Your muscles need higher weights and fewer repetitions to challenge the body in order to build and gain muscular strength. Females do not have the muscle fibre type, size or testosterone that creates huge muscles.

Good muscular strength can give us good posture, when exercising with good posture.

Building muscular strength will also improve bone density. Our bone density peaks in our mid 30’s and declines from there, with further decline in menopause. Muscular strength exercises will increase the pull on the bone which improves bone density, preventing conditions such as osteoporosis. Muscular Strength is essential for women of all ages in maintaining good health.

Fitness Her Way specialises in female fitness for good health as we age. Correct guidance is essential for successful exercising through maternity, menopause and beyond. Feel invisible in a large fitness class? Don’t know if you’re doing it right.

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Do it right at Fitness Her Way with our Members 1-2-1. Receive guidance on posture and a selection of fitness classes to stay active and healthy for a great quality of life.

Pre or post natal ladies join us at Fitness Her Way do it right pre and post pregnancy for you and baby.

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