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Silence! No traffic! Yes, schools are out and summer holidays have begun.

If you are away or are going away – have a great time. For those staying at home, let’s hope the sun keeps on shining and the children are able to enjoy playing outdoors with their friends. You must try and get along to the International Youth Festival; it really is worth the effort. What about the wonderful dolphins that have popped up all over Aberdeen, have you spotted them all? Were you lucky enough to get tickets for the Commonwealth Games? Why not let us know what your highlights were.

A warm gazette welcome to our new advertisers. Lovely to have you in the magazine and I do hope the readers will enjoy paying you a visit. Congratulations to Elaine at Junction Arts who has just celebrated her sixth birthday as a business. If you haven’t been to Junction Arts yet it really is an affordable treasure trove.

Please mark on your calendars for the Aberdeen Art Fair in September – again an opportunity to view some amazing art on one weekend at the Music Hall.

The clubs and classes have also swelled this issue and the listings for the Aberdeen Performing Arts have something for everyone.

So why not pour yourself a Pimm’s and head out into the garden and enjoy this issue of the gazette.

See you in the autumn.

Sue

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Whisky trail

Secret Malts of Aberdeenshire The active and lost whisky distilleries dotted around Aberdeenshire have been brought together for the first time.

Aberdeenshire’s rich but under-recognised whisky heritage is being showcased with the council’s Secret Malts of Aberdeenshire guide.

Aberdeenshire Council’s economic development team has been working in partnership with local whisky producers to highlight the hidden range of small distilleries all within an hour’s drive of Aberdeen.

Targeting the tourism markets, both at home and abroad, whisky connoisseurs, local people and historians, The Secret Malts of Aberdeenshire guide highlights the fascinating history of eight local working distilleries.

The comprehensive booklet also details the area’s “lost”, or non-operational, distilleries, as well as a guide to whisky tasting and the location of some specialist whisky retail outlets.

Of the eight working distilleries featured in the guide, most are relatively small in scale but each has its own distinctive history, style and taste.

Four of them have small visitor centres and shops offering regular tours led by knowledgeable guides.

Three of the distilleries are not officially open to the public, but will organise informal tours, often led by the distillery manager who can offer a unique insight into how their whisky is made.

Whilst the Speyside area is rightly celebrated across the world for being the centre of Scotland’s Malt Whisky Trail, our relatively small and intimate distilleries also have a huge amount to offer to visitors and to the whisky connoisseur.

Perhaps a little less well known, the flavours, quality and charm of these “secret malts” make it well worth the effort for us to highlight the trail and for visitors to seek them out.

The industry supports 35,000 jobs and around £2 billion is being invested in infrastructure over the next two years. It is of vital importance to the economy.

Aberdeenshire’s eight working distilleries featured in the guide are: • Ardmore at Kennethmont • Fettercairn • Glendronach at Forgue • Glen Garioch at Oldmeldrum • Glenglassaugh at Portsoy • Knockdhu at Knock • Macduff • The Royal Lochnagar at Crathie

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Happy snapping How to get the best from your phone photos and videos Think of the last time you took a photograph or recorded a video. What did you use? For most of us, the answer will be “my phone”: in a very short space of time phone cameras have replaced traditional cameras for most people’s everyday shooting. However, not everyone is getting the most from their phone’s camera - and a few apps and accessories can make an enormous difference.

One of the most common problems with smartphone clips is the washed-out effect you get when you use the flash. While some recent smartphones use LED flashes to try and address this, it’s better if you just turn the flash off altogether: apps such as Google Camera, Apple’s iPhoto and Camera+ enable you to change the exposure, which affects how much light the camera lets in: the longer the exposure, the better the low-light performance.

Another problem that affects many photos and videos is camera shake. While many phones attempt to compensate for this they can’t get rid of it completely, so if you’re finding blur is a problem it’s a good idea to invest in a phone tripod such as Joby’s GripTight (around £20), which can grip to almost anything and ensure shake-free shooting.

If you fancy getting creative with your camera there are lots of options to choose from, from cheap and cheerful wide-angle lenses to Sony’s truly impressive QX10 Lens. It isn’t cheap - the RRP is £179 - but it adds a wireless, 18 megapixel lens with 10X optical zoom to deliver photographs you simply won’t believe came from a smartphone.

Another way to get creative is to use specialist apps. The aforementioned Camera+ and iPhoto enable you to apply filters that make your images look ancient, while 8mm does the same for video by applying vintage camera filters ranging from Super 8-style footage to what looks like an early black and white movie. iStopMotion

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makes it easy to create Wallace and Gromit-style stop motion videos, while Filmic Pro offers a range of professional video features that turn an iPhone into a powerful high definition video camera.

There’s one big problem with smartphone shooting, though, and that’s the smartphone itself: the screen is too small and the speakers too quiet for you to spot audio and video issues that are really obvious on a big TV. For best results it’s always a good idea to edit your images and video on your computer, and there are several ways to transfer it: via the USB cable that came with your device, or by taking out the memory card (if your phone uses one) and popping it into a card reader. Many recent PCs have memory card slots that take the industry standard SD/SDHC memory cards, but if you don’t have one or you want the option to use multiple memory card formats it’s worth investing £10 or so in a memory card reader that plugs into a spare USB socket.

There’s no shortage of software for editing images on PCs and Macs: both Mac OS X and Windows have decent built-in image editors, while the free paint.net (on PC) and The GIMP (PC and Mac) deliver professional image editing for free. You can get decent video editing for free too: Lightworks on PC is great, as is Apple’s own iMovie. Both programs make it easy to clean up and edit your clips.

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Beer of the month

By Ted Bruning

It’s July, and July in the USA is when they have cook-outs and parades and fireworks and... beer!

American beer used to be bland. The malt was padded out with rice, and the hops were introduced only briefly to the brewingkettle. They were served so cold and gassy that whatever character they did possess was obliterated. Thirty years ago a friend of mine used to take a phial of hop oil and a swizzle-stick with him on trips to the States to add flavour to his beer and dissipate the CO2.

Thankfully, things have changed since microbrewing started in earnest, and here are two beers that don’t need dosing and stirring.

Sierra Nevada was founded in 1980 in Chico, California, and the 5.6% abv Pale Ale was its firstborn brew. It’s bottled with yeast, so the fine mousse and deep head are natural. Its aroma has the piney freshness characteristic of the American Cascade hop, but there’s also toffee in both aroma and flavour. The finish is only slightly bitter (which is how Americans like it), and gives way to more toffee sweetness.

From Goose island Brewery in Chicago (founded 1988) comes the 5.9% India Pale Ale. IPAs were brewed strong and hoppy to survive the long sea-voyage to India in the days of the Raj; but here the hops are American rather than British so don’t have the aggressive bitterness we would expect. The beer is light for its strength, and the dominant note throughout is fresh hay. It smells and tastes like a stable with a short, fresh, tangy finish.

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Stars

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James Baggott

The New York Motor Show might not be the biggest event on the automotive calendar, but there were some still some treats in store for car fans in the Big Apple.

Land Rover Discovery Concept It was launched on an aircraft carrier, next to a spaceship, with the Manhattan skyline as a backdrop - this launch is a massive deal for the manufacturer.

It’s packed with tech, including augmented reality that can project sat nav directions onto the smart glass windscreen, gesture controls that open doors without touch and the ability to remotely drive the car using a tablet or smart phone. How much will make it into production is unclear, but it’s exciting stuff.

Mercedes S63 AMG Coupe The world’s chief executives are sure to make their next meeting on time thanks to this luxury missile. With 577bhp under the bonnet, the monster S63 AMG Coupe can hit 60mph in just 3.9 seconds.

It has a 5.5-litre turbocharged V8 engine and an interior that’ll please those used to five star hotels. Air suspension, an imaginatively-titled Magic Body Control system and other trickery helps keep caramel lattes from spilling on Saville Row suits. On sale in November it will cost £100,000.

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Ford Mustang 50th Anniversary It wouldn’t be an American motor show without some muscle, and thankfully Ford has been taking its protein shakes and come up with this.

The night before the show, Ford chopped one up and rebuilt it on the 86th floor of the Empire State Building, recreating a stunt they pulled off with the original back in 1954.

It’s only available in blue or white, has a retro four speed auto box and chrome detailing.

Under the “hood” is a 5.0-litre V8 producing 414bhp.

Kia Sedona At last, Kia’s not-so-pretty Sedona MPV has been given the same plastic-surgery treatment as the rest of the range. The new model might still be a little bit van-like, but with the trademark Kia tiger nose and smart headlights, it looks a lot more stylish – and it needed it.

BMW M4 Convertible Convertible? Cabriolet? We’re not sure which term the Germans prefer, but all we know is the BMW M4 looks absolutely stunning with its roof

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The M4 features a clever three-piece folding metal roof and some not-so-subtle design tweaks. These include quad tailpipes, a larger front bumper and a tweaked kidney grille.

The convertible will go on sale in September costing £60,730 with a 3.0-litre turbocharged six cylinder. The 0-60mph time is now down to 4.6 seconds.

The MPV has seating for eight as well as some clever trickery that can fold seats away and remove them.

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otor Show BMW X4 There were a number of models that didn’t make our top cars of the show cut, and this X4 was very nearly one of them. Let’s face it, the crossover fell out of the ugly tree and hit every branch on the way down.

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MUSSEL AND POTATO CHOWDER This filling meal-in-a-bowl makes a lovely weekend supper that’s ready in less than an hour. Most supermarket fresh fish counters sell bags of fresh mussels all year round, but if they are unavailable you can use 2 x 500g packs of mussels in white wine sauce and just reduce the fish stock to 300ml and omit the white wine.

Serves 4 Ready in 45 minutes Ingredients 1kg fresh mussels 1 tbsp olive oil 15g butter 4 shallots, peeled and finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 100ml white wine 2 baking potatoes, peeled and cut into small chunks 350ml fish stock made with ½ stock cube 200ml crème fraiche 4 tbsp fresh chopped flat leaf parsley Warm ciabatta or sour dough bread, to serve Method First clean the mussels. Scrub under cold running water and discard any that are cracked or do not close when lightly tapped.

Pull away the ‘beards’ from the sides of the shells. Place in a bowl and set aside.

Heat the oil and butter in a large deep saucepan or flameproof casserole. Add the

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shallots and fry gently for 5-6 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and fry for 1-2 minutes then pour in the wine and cook for a further minute Add the potatoes and stir well. Pour in the stock and bring to the boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until the potatoes are tender. Stir in the crème fraiche and half the chopped parsley and season lightly with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

Add the cleaned mussels to the pan and cover and cook for 3-4 minutes until the mussels have opened – discard any that remain closed.

Ladle the chowder into warmed bowls and garnish with the rest of the parsley and more ground black pepper. Serve with warm ciabatta or sour dough bread.

TIP For a spicy Thai-style chowder, add 1 deseeded and chopped red chilli to the fried shallots and 1 bruised stalk of lemon grass to the simmering liquid. Replace the crème fraiche with 150ml coconut milk and the chopped parsley with coriander. Serve with steamed jasmine rice.

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The Omelette Study is a Scottish Government funded research project which aims to investigate how appetite hormones respond when a person is given a high protein breakfast.

We are looking to recruit volunteers who are: • healthy males or females (18-45 yrs) • normal to overweight (BMI 18-30) • no food allergies • taking no medication known to affect appetite • non-smokers You will be asked to: Visit the HNU over two mornings for breakfast and lunch We will take blood samples to measure your hormone responses After your visits you will keep a food diary for the rest of the day.

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Peach gallette

Make a well in the centre and add the egg yolks and water. Stir with a round-bladed knife to form a crumbly dough (add a little extra cold water if the mix is too dry). Gather the mixture together with your hands and knead gently until just smooth. Wrap the pastry in cling film and chill in the fridge for about 40 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas mark 6.

Lightly grease a large baking sheet. Roll the pastry out on a lightly floured surface to a rough circle about 30cm in diameter. Transfer to the baking sheet.

This divine summer dessert just couldn’t be easier to make – no flan tin and no baking blind! Make sure you have a good solid baking sheet to bake the galette on as this will ensure a crisp pastry base. You can replace the fresh peaches with drained canned peaches, if liked.

Serves 6 Ready in 50 minutes, plus chilling Ingredients 225g plain flour, plus extra for dusting 150g unsalted butter, diced 100g ground almonds 4 tbsp caster sugar, plus extra for sprinkling 2 large egg yolks blended with 2 tbsp ice cold water 6 large fresh, ripe peaches, skinned, stoned and sliced Beaten egg, to glaze 1 tbsp pistachio nuts, chopped Vanilla ice cream, to serve

Sprinkle the rest of the ground almonds in the centre of the pastry circle, leaving a 7cm border. Arrange the peach slices on top of the almonds. Fold the pastry border inwards – just over the edges of the peach slices.

Brush the pastry edge with beaten egg and sprinkle over the chopped pistachios. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is crisp and golden. Sprinkle over the rest of the sugar and serve warm or cold with scoops of vanilla ice cream.

TIP To skin peaches, score a cross in the skin with the tip of a knife then cover with boiling water for 1-2 minutes. Drain and cover with cold water for a further minute – the skins should peel off easily.

Method To make the pastry, sift the flour into a large bowl. Add the butter and using your fingertips rub it into the flour until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs. Stir in half the ground almonds and half the sugar.

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You might spend a lot of time and money buying-up and trying-out the latest skincare, hair care and cosmetic products, but do you pay as much attention to your nails?

It’s certainly easy to overlook your hands and nails, but you really shouldn’t, because they’re often as noticeable to new people as your face; after all, a handshake is the first introduction.

Un-manicured nails can really let the side down, especially when you’re otherwise well-groomed and neatly presented.

But there’s no denying that it’s hard to keep your nails in tip-top condition.

Washing-up, cleaning, cooking, and all those other unavoidable daily chores pose a threat to nails, not to mention cold weather, regular hand washing and the use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers.

Even so, it’s worth establishing a hand and nail care routine and then planning a time every couple of weeks when you can treat yourself to a visit to your local nail salon.

There’s more than one option though so we’ve taken an in-depth look at three of the most recent - and popular - nail services.

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Shellac has definitely been one of the most popular nail services of recent years. Its simple application, smudgeproof finish and effective staying power have secured legions of loyal followers.

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Applied much like a regular nail polish, Shellac only requires a few minutes of curing time under a special UV lamp between coats.

When you leave the salon your nail polish will be completely dry and you can enjoy chipproof, glossy, lasting colour that stays looking great for at least 14 days. In fact, Shellac often stays looking so good that it only really needs to be removed when an obvious gap has emerged due to natural nail growth.

Minx Nails If it’s statement nails you’re after then Minx Nails are the perfect choice for you. Bringing fashion to your fingertips, Minx have been a favourite with celebrities everywhere since stepping into the spotlight a few years ago.

Offering a vast choice of designs in showstopping colours, patterns and prints, there’s no chance you’ll ever get bored when you choose a set of Minx nails.

Minx work on both natural and artificially enhanced nails. Before application nails are given a basic manicure. Minx is a solid film with an adhesive backing that is heat activated - that’s why nails and Minx are heated before application begins. The heat allows Minx to take on the natural curve of the nail and bond to the surface effectively.

It also offers the benefit of protecting your nails against breakage meaning you can keep the length much longer than you might usually be able to.

When you are ready to have the Shellac removed, a set of foils soaked in acetone are wrapped round your fingers, although some salons may speed the process by asking you to put your fingertips into a bowl of acetone.

This soaking process takes about 10 minutes and then the old polish is gently scraped off and nails buffed to prepare for the new coat.

There is no ‘infill’ option – even if your polish still looks great, when it has grown out you’ll need to start again.

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Whilst still underneath a special infrared lamp, the Minx is smoothed out and filed to fit with the nail. The process is very gentle on natural nails and with a waterproof seal, it means they won’t get damaged when you swim, bath, wash-up or do any other day-to-day tasks. The seal is only broken when they are removed. They’ll last around 14 days.

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reasons. Firstly you might want a shade for a special occasion or to go with a particular outfit, without necessarily wanting to keep the same colour for weeks.

It’s quicker to put on normal polish and much quicker to take it off. This not only saves time, but will usually be a lower priced treatment or you can do it at home. Particularly for a pedicure, when normal polish will often last weeks anyway, this might be a better option.

And the choice of colours is much greater so you can get that perfect match if you need it.

Some of the new salon polishes dry very quickly too (such as CND’s Vinylux), so whilst it won’t be as instantly ‘set’ as Shellac or Minx, your finger and toenails will be complete dry and hard within a couple of hours.

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Have a Healthy Holiday

You’ve booked the perfect holiday in the ideal destination. In your dreams you’re already there, sunbathing, sightseeing and relaxing with a good book - but it could turn into a nightmare unless you ensure you’ve got your holiday health covered beforehand.

Holidaying in the UK If you’re holidaying in the UK, it’s easier; food, drink, transport and healthcare are all familiar and there’s no language barrier. You should still arrange travel insurance though, in case an accident or illness means your holiday is cancelled or cut short.

If you’re planning to go way off the beaten track or hill climbing, check the weather forecast first.

Wear appropriate footwear and ensure you take your mobile (fully charged), warm waterproof clothing and a first aid kit. Take a map too and make sure everyone knows the route (if only one person does, what happens if they’re injured and lose consciousness, or can’t walk?). Plan walks realistically as you’ll be slower over rough terrain.

These things sound simple but many deaths are caused every year by ignoring these precautions.

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Compression stockings may also help if fitted and worn correctly.

Local laws and customs Beware different traffic signals and different laws particularly about standards of dress.

If you’re going to a beach that’s out of the way, check it’s safe for swimming. Concealed rocks and debris can be dangerous and the UK coast harbours creatures that can deliver a nasty sting – check the useful guide to them here: http://bit.ly/1m9uFYJ

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Food and water safety Always wash your hands before and after using the toilet or handling food, and pack sanitizer gel or wipes in case hand-washing facilities are unclean or non-existent. If you’re not sure the water is safe, don’t drink it or use it for brushing teeth unless it’s boiled or treated with purification tablets – otherwise stick to bottled water. Avoid ice cubes too.

Choose well-cooked, freshly prepared food where you can (especially if buying from street vendors), and avoid salads, shellfish and ice-cream (unless it’s from a large commercial manufacturer).

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Vaccinations Again, requirements depend on destination; check http://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk at least 8 weeks before travel to find specific guidelines for the country you’re visiting as some vaccines are given in several doses, and factor in other countries you may plan to visit on holiday. Carry proof of vaccinations – some countries will require an International Certificate of Vaccination or Prophylaxis (ICVP). Hepatitis A, cholera, typhoid and DTP (diphtheria, tetanus and polio) should all be free, but you’ll have to pay for yellow fever, encephalitis, meningitis, rabies, tuberculosis and hepatitis B (unless it’s given as a combined hepatitis A and B vaccine).

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Why the Sewing Bee is Buzzing Louder Than Ever Kate McLelland Perhaps it’s all part of the cult of nostalgia we’re experiencing at the moment, including shabby chic, home baking and hand-made household accessories.

Sewing is suddenly cool again, and that vintage Singer sewing machine that your mother banished to the garage all those years ago has recently returned to reclaim its place as a must-have item in UK homes.

With TV programmes such as “The Great British Sewing Bee” commanding audiences of 2.7 million, it’s clear that sewing has once again captured the public’s imagination. Of course, the recent climate of austerity has played its part in this revival. Although shops selling ultra-cheap, disposable fashion have flooded the market with low quality, massproduced garments for many years now, customers are slowly beginning to realise that cut-price fashion can be a false economy.

Making your own clothing is the answer to all

those concerns about quality and durability, plus there’s no better way to express your personality than to source your own fabrics, creating a fashion look that is unique to you.

The old-style sewing machines mentioned at the beginning of this article are available to buy on Ebay, with prices ranging from £40 to £200 (for models incorporating a table). Alternatively you can purchase a new machine starting from around £200. As it’s difficult to predict exactly what you’ll want to make in the future, it’s best to start off with a brand that provides a basic model to which you can add accessories (allowing you to create ornate stitching or overlocking) over time.

When you’ve bought your machine the next step will be to get hold of a simple pattern and some fabric. Purchasing fabric can be expensive and as you stand there, with your brand new sewing shears poised for action, you may wish that you had someone on hand to guide you through your first attempt at making up a garment.

It’s always sensible to seek expert advice and in larger UK cities you’ll find plenty of courses available, priced from around £40 upwards. However, if you live in a rural area you may find it more difficult to locate a suitable class: www.thesewingdirectory.co.uk has a list of local classes and sewing groups which you can search by county.

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afford to pay for lessons and sometimes learning at home is the only option. If you can’t get away you can always explore the many helpful, explanatory blogs and ‘how to’ videos for the beginner available on the internet, as these don’t cost anything and are almost as good as face-to-face tuition. One such blog can be found at www.tillyandthebuttons.com, with well illustrated, step-by-step tutorials on everything from ‘setting up your sewing machine’ to ‘inserting a jacket sleeve’.

Once you’ve mastered some simple techniques you’ll be amazed at how quickly you progress. You’ll find that you save literally hundreds of pounds over time when you are no longer buying clothes at high street prices and parents will particularly appreciate the economic benefits of making outfits for their children. The sewing New! revival may have been driven by nostalgia for the ‘good old days’, but it’s underpinned by the growing realisation that skills in tailoring and making can be of real value to cash-strapped families today.

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Aberdeen Based Charity Future Choices had the best news lately, Apache Oil donated a brand new 17 seater disabled friendly bus. The Charity is Self funded and Voluntary run and helps provide social inclusion and recreational activities at Inchgarth Community Centre in Garthdee.

The bus donation came after the Disabled Charity was featured in a National BBC2 Documentary last year called "Auction Hero", in which Presenter/Auctioneer Andrew Lamberty went all across Europe to buy and sell antiques, then donated the profits to the Charity.

Representatives from Apache Oil saw the Documentary and were extremely impressed by the group’s work and dedication within the community and wanted to help their cause. The new bus has now given the charity a better chance of helping more disabled people, most of whom are stuck in their homes living with very little social life.

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What’s On at His Majesty’s Theatre, Music Hall and Lemon Tree, Aberdeen Thursday to Saturday, July 24 to 26: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, Mitchell School of Drama (Scotland) presents Our Scotland 2014, a wry and youth-focussed look on this Homecoming year, in The Lemon Tree Studio West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Friday to Sunday, July 25 to 27: Set in the neon-coloured world of big wheels, merrygo-rounds and helter-skelters, Anya, Kevin and Gary lead the fun in The Singing Kettle’s Fantastic Funfair, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 11am and 2pm on Friday and Saturday and 12pm and 3pm on Sunday.

Saturday, July 26: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, Freshly Squeezed with AIYF Spotlight Session presents Aberdeen indie/punk band Casino Circus with Be Like Pablo and Daniel Mutch, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 9pm.

Sunday, July 27: Aberdeen International Youth Festival present their Opening Ceremony, in which the city welcomes festival participants from across the globe with a wonderful celebration concert in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 3pm.

Sunday, July 27: Aberdeen International Youth Festival present Grampian Youth Orchestra and Amersfoort Youth Orchestra (from Holland) with a wide-ranging programme of individual and collaborative performance, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm.

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Monday, July 28: Aberdeen International Youth Festival present Theatre Double Bill, featuring dramas from Buraydah Theatre Group of Saudi Arabia and La Camotera Teatro of Mexico, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Tuesday, July 29: Aberdeen International Youth Festival present the work of three wonderful contemporary dance companies in AIYF International Dance Performance, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Tuesday, July 29: Aberdeen International Youth Festival present their Scotland and USA Choral Concert, featuring more than 120 young male singers of the National Youth Choir of Scotland Boys Choir and the Madison Boys Choir in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm.

Aberdeen, at 7.30pm, with a 2.30pm Friday matinee.

Friday, August 1: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, Family Fun Opera is an informal hour of song, scenes, stories and opera suitable for all ages, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, at 11am.

Friday, August 1: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, Youth Music Theatre: UK presents Harvest Fire, a brand new production devised by cast and artistic team lead by director Lewis Barfoot with music from Mairi Campbell and David Francis, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm, with a 2.30pm Friday matinee.

Wednesday, July 30: as part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, APA Youth Theatre presents Tin Forest, a production they staged in the Tin Forest International Theatre Festival produced as part of the Glasgow 2014 Cultural Programme, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Friday, August 1: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival presents the Inter Schools Orchestra of New York and Amersfoort Youth Orchestra in a shared and collaborative concert featuring pieces from Rimsky-Korsakov, Ravel, Prokofiev, Beethoven and Copland, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm.

Thursday, July 31: Aberdeen International Youth Festival presents their annual showcase of wonderful choreography from all over the world, featuring ballet, contemporary jazz and traditional dance, in the AIYF International Dance Gala, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Friday, August 1: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, Traditional Music Concert featuring AIYF Big Band, Ceol Mor and the Feis Rois National Ceilidh Trail, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 9pm.

Thursday, July 31 and Friday, August 1: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, Youth Music Theatre: UK presents Harvest Fire, a brand new production devised by cast and artistic team lead by director Lewis Barfoot with music from Mairi Campbell and David Francis, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street,

Saturday, August 2: Aberdeen International Youth Festival brings together a wonderful selection of musical, dance, song and theatre from the festival in the AIYF International Variety Gala, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 2.30pm and 7.30pm.

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Have you ever seen a wonderful piece of art and thought … wow that’s beautiful … b ut I d on’t l ike t he f rame! Well n ow you c an e asily c hange i t.

So dig out those posters, pictures, kiddies artwork or that masterpiece you created last year, dust it off and make the frame matter by completing the picture!

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Kelly Compton, 19, has now started her own framing business. It is conveniently based in Unit C on Station Road, at the entrance of the Cults Business park and will be open daily f rom 1 0:00am t ill 5 :30pm.

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As an artist and photographer Kelly knows that framing matters! This led Kelly to explore the idea of making her own hand finished frames for her photography. With support and back up from her family, Kelly started out by making frames for herself then for h er m other’s a rtwork o ver a year a go.

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Now Kelly is providing a bespoke hand finished framing service for many of the local artists alongside customers from Jack Tierney Gallery and of course… her m other.

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Saturday, August 2: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, APA Youth Theatre and American Conservatory Theater (San Francisco) present Independence, an exclusive first rehearsed reading of a collaborative new work by a Scottish writer, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 2.30pm.

Saturday, August 2: As part of Aberdeen International Youth Festival, Freshly Squeezed with AIYF Spotlight Session present Scottish Alternative Music Award nominees Forest Fires, with Velvet Audio and Seas Starry, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors 8pm.

Wednesday, August 6: DF Concerts presents Jason Isbell, an alt-country singer /songwriter /guitarist from Muscle Shoals, Alabama, best known for his years with the Drive-By Truckers where he played with his then wife, bassist Shonna Tucker, in The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

Thursday, August 7: British folk band Bad Shepherds, formed by the comedian Adrian Edmondson, play punk songs with traditional folk instruments, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

Thursday to Sunday, August 7 to 10: Scooby Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Velma and Daphne get involved with some Egyptian spooky mystery fun in Scooby Doo: The Mystery of the Pyramids, a family show with hilarious physical comedy, popular tunes and special effects in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 6.30pm, with 2.30pm matinees from Friday to Sunday.

Saturday, August 9: Canadian-based indie rock supergroup The New Mendicants, consisting of singer-songwriters Joe

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Pernice and Norman Blake, both on acoustic guitar and vocals, plus support Siobhan Wilson, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

received Lifetime Achievement Awards for Songwriting on both sides of the Atlantic, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm.

Friday, August 15: HMT’s stellar panto star and one of Scotland’s finest entertainers Elaine C Smith brings her hugely successful one-woman show Still Standing . . . Just! , an hilarious mix of intelligent stand-up, story-telling and music, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Wednesday to Saturday, August 27 to 30: Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures company unites a cast of New Adventures dancers with remarkable young talent from Aberdeen in an extraordinary adaptation of William Golding’s classic novel Lord of the Flies, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm with 2pm Thursday and 2.30pm Saturday matinees.

Thursday, August 21: The Lord Provost’s Charitable Trust Concert, sponsored by BP and starring classical tenor Russell Watson, accompanied by the Aberdeen Sinfonietta, in aid of the Scottish social care charity Cornerstone, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Friday, August 29: Scots five piece rock ’n’ roll band The Mirror Trap are to launch their second album this year following on from slots at T in the Park and live BBC radio sessions, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

Saturday, August 23: A night of exhilarating, unrestrained, passionate, energy-filled, praise and worship, Engage Worship Concert, featuring Steph Macleod (Edinburgh), Isabella (London), Anna Barton (Aberdeen), Sola Okunuga (Aberdeen), The Kings Community Church Band (Aberdeen Eloho and hosts Heartsong, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen, at 6.30pm. Free.

Saturday, August 30: Continuing Aberdeen’s tradition of large and horny soul and fun tribute bands, Funk Connection, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm.

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adult groups Keep Fit Class, the Swedish Way! With Friskis and Svettis Medium jympa class, Mondays 5.30pm at Queens Cross Church hall Fitness, flexibility and strength- an all round workout to great music! No need to book, just turn up and have fun while exercising For more info contact Kirsty on 07711825614 or visit fsaberdeen.co.uk Mannofield Church Hill Walking Club Monthly trips to the Cairngorms. New members welcome. Contact Peter Stewart for a programme. 313721 or p.stewart1@btinternet.com .

Rubislaw Church Centre Fountainhall Road/Beaconsfield Place Open Monday - Friday morning for teas, coffees etc Full access and facilities for those with disabilities Rooms available for hire - contact 645477 www.rubislawchurch.org.uk Jog Scotland Meets at RGU Sport Garthdee Road Wed 6pm Contact Mandy 322158 Jog Scotland - Airyhall Meets outside Airyhall Community Centre Tuesday 7pm. Contact Julie 325 830 or www.jogscotland-airyhall.co.uk Rotary club of Aberdeen St. Nicholas At present we are canvassing for new members,we are a very friendly club who meet for lunch,friendship and business every Monday 12.45 for1.00 pm at the Northern Hotel.If you are interested you are welcome to join us any Monday lunch time. If you would like to find out more click on to rotary 1010.co.uk select clubs and go to Aberdeen St. Nicholas or telephone Ernie on 641299/312493.

Hatha Yoga Suitable for all. Tuesday 17.45 – 18.45, AYC, 8 Bon Accord Sq Wednesday 10.15 – 11.45 Thursday 10.00 – 11.30 Queens Cross Church, Tel Moira 648475 or email moira.chicometrics@gmail.com Registered Yoga Scotland teacher www.moirayogaaberdeen.co.uk Craigiebuckler Seniors Club Criagiebuckler Church Hall, 1st Wed of every month 2-4pm speakers/entertainment/ teas/coffees £2 per person, all‘seniors’welcome Woodend Bridge Club @ Woodend Bowling Club Bridge on Mon evening, Tue evening and Friday afternoons. Ample free parking. Contact Chris Blunt 317298 Craigiebuckler & Seafield Community Council craigden10@live.com We will discuss issues affecting our community and decide on strategies for resolving them. 7.30pm in Craigiebuckler Parish Church hall Friskiis & Svettis Exercise Class Senior Basic : Monday 9.50 Friday 10am £2.50 per class. Drop in - come as often as you like. Cairncry Community Centre Tel : Gunilla - 319377 Friskis&Svettis Exercise Class Fun and effective workout, suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Airyhall Community Centre, Tuesdays from 7.15-8.15pm and Wednesdays from 7-8pm(term time) No need to book, just pay as you go. Contact Jackie, Tel 712705 Italian Classes for Beginners to Advanced in Cults at Hillview Community Church and Cults Academy Tuesday, Thursday and Friday – day and evening email enrica.conti@tiscali.co.uk Tel 07786827714 Morven Singers We are a 4 part Choir singing a wide variety of music. We meet in Ruthrieston Church Hall, Broomhill Road on Wed 7.30p.m. to 9.30p.m. Interested, contact Tel 07519 749 258.

Airyhall Ramblers: Over 50s Walking Group Walks fortnightly on Wednesdays, average distance 6/7 miles. Transport provided, meeting near Airyhall School at 9.15. Friendly folk, good exercise. Interested? Contact Anne Ross 314524 March Hare Market marchharemarket@gmail.com 07725 591 866 Boys Brigade HQ

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Westburn Lawn Tennis Club Come and play tennis on REAL GRASS courts at Westburn Park. Westburn is a small, friendly club offering both social and competitive tennis at very reasonable rates (for both adults and juniors). Courts open from SUNDAY 28 APRIL 2013 at 2pm - come and join us (free for your first visit). Membership info: Barbara Miller, (01224)635556, email: barbara@jmiller.co.uk Russian evening & daytime classes For all interests and ages. Register interest at easyrussian4u@gmail. com or ring Vilena 07778 781030 Italian Classes for Beginners & Intermediate Starting in August at Kaimhill Community Learning Italian Classes for Beginners and Intermediate PLUS Italian Cookery - All welcome for more information 01224 209622 OR email: giuseppinaca@fsmail.net Adult Spanish and French classes Airyhall Community Centre Experienced language teacher E-mail John at jymcl11@gmail.com or Tel: 01224 582491 Concordia String Orchestra Welcomes string players of grade VII or above. Rehearsals at Ferryhill Church every Tuesday, starting at 7.30. Please contact Dave Southwood for more details (01467 642408) Banchory Morris Men Telephone 01330 822320 Lively dancing with stick, bells, etc. (and not just English, we also do Scottish dances at Crathes Village Hall 815pm on a Tuesday.

Learn Italian at Pasta Plus Wednesday evenings : an informal italian language class at Pasta Plus 119 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen, Scotland Tel: 07950603477- 01224 624030 (Please call to book a space and learn of the start date) Aberdeen Gaelic Choir Enjoy harmony singing in Scotland’s traditional language. New members welcome. Knowledge of Gaelic not required. Meet every Tuesday at 7.30pm in Holburn West Church, corner of Great Western Road and Ashley Park Drive. Contact Mike on 632354/mclintockm@aol.com or e mail to aberdeengaelichoir@gmail.com Tuesday Coffee at Holburn West Every week at 10 – 11.30 All welcome Drawing and Painting class Airyhall Community Centre, Every Thursday afternoon 13.30-15.30 Weekly class commences again on Thursday 21st August.

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community clubs & groups Like walking?

Then why not join the “Seafield Walking Group”. It’s a great way of keeping fit, socialising and getting out into the countryside! For further information contact Elinor Tel. 314609.

Tango Aberdeen Argentine tango dance classes Wed & Sun evenings fm 7.30pm £6 (Conc £4) Discover the passion & elegance of Argentine Tango www.tangoaberdeen.com Granite City WRI Ruthrieston Community Centre, 536 Holburn Street, Meets 4th Wed of the month, Sept to Jun. 7pm – 9pm. All welcome: Tel 316266 or 575803 U3A in Scotland (Aberdeen Branch) A unique approach to adult education - learning for fun and personal enrichment. No age barriers, a sharing of knowledge, skills, interests and experience. Much more than an over-50’s social group. Main meetings on first Thurs of each month at St Mary’s Cathedral Hall, Huntly Street, at 1.30pm Contact Pat -01224 313442 Monday Club tel : 01224-322946 Queen’s Cross Church Hall - Mon’s 2-4pm. Friendly games of bridge & scrabble - beginners welcome - All Ages Royal Horticultural Society Abdn tel : 781171 1st Tues in Mar @ 7.30pm Girl’s Brigade Hall, 19a Victoria St The Learig Orchestra Tel : 322617 Brian Priestley Welcomes string, brass & woodwind players of all standards to its rehearsals at Woodend Hospital on Tues at 7.30pm Old Time Dance Classes Dunbar St Hall, Old Aberdeen - 7.45pm - 10pm 1st & 3rd Tues each month £4.00 per night Tel : James Watson : 314953 Scottish Country Dancing Summer Socials every Wed until 27th Aug at Curl Aberdeen 7:30 - 9:45.

Everyone welcome (with a little knowledge of Scottish Country Dancing).

Classes for children and adults commence in Aug/Sept .Taster session for Introductory classes Tues 16th Sept - MS Resource Centre, Long Walk Road. www.aberdeenrscds.co.uk or contact 01224 636128 or email: aberdeenrscds@hotmail.co.uk Ceilidh classes start in Oct (1st and 3rd Tues) at South St Nicholas Church, Kincorth. All welcome. Contact 01224 636128 or email: aberdeenrscds@ hotmail.co.uk or check our website: www.aberdeenrscds.co.uk Aberdeen Chorus - Sweet Adelines Int’ Britannia Hotel, Bucksburn, Mon 7.30 - 10pm Tel: Debbie 07967629272 Silver City Blues - Masters Swimming Club Hazlehead Pool Mon 8:30-10pm, Cults Academy Tues 8:15-9:45pm, Robert Gordon University Weds 7-9pm, Cults Academy Thurs 8:30-10:00pm.

Contact: Head Coach Hilary Stewart on 07815824057 Senior Citizens Group Tues (2-4pm) Airyhall Community Centre. New members always welcome Interested, contact 318698 (sec) The City of Aberdeen Probus A club for retired businessmen & professionals which meets twice monthly (Wed. am, Sep – Jun) at Aberdeen Cricket Club. Offers a wide range of talks from interesting speakers. Other activities include occasional lunches and trips, regular walks and also bowling and golf competitions. New members welcome. Ian Struthers, Tel 314957 Airyhall Community Centre Bowling Section Meets Mon/Wed/Fri 10-12 – Fri pm 2-4 £6 for session £4 to join community centre Limited spare bowls if you don’t have your own.

Tel : 318103 (Bill Setter) Granite City Speakers Club Meet every two weeks on Friday nights at 8.0pm in Aberdeen Arts Centre,

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Secretary: Fred Stewart, tel 723937 Our club offers a warm friendly atmosphere, advice and support. New members & visitors welcome.

Aberdeen Kilt Kickers American Square Dance Club, Meets at WRI Hall, Cults, Beginners from September 7.30 - 9.00pm £2.50 per night Fred Gibb, Tel 486665 Woodend Bowling Club 285 King’s Gate, A. McCulloch Secretary Tel. 317317 Friendly and relaxing outdoor activity: new members welcome.

Aberdeen Gaelic Club Brings together Gaelic speakers and individuals interested in Gaelic language and culture. The Club organises Gaelic language evening classes, day courses and other social activities including a monthly coffee afternoon on the last Saturday of each month (except July and December) in the Unitarian Church, Skene Terrace, Aberdeen, 2.30-4.30pm to which all are welcome. Tel 07779 398289 or email clubgaidhlig@gmail.com for more information Holburn West Church Tennis 12a Ashley Park South Open Apr - Oct Annual Subs & Family Membership at Bargain Prices New members always welcome Small friendly Club Sally Davis (sec) Tel. 326111 Aberdeen Bowling Club Come and join us for a game of bowls at 50 Carlton Place. Tel.643233 Woodburn Walkers Enjoy the countryside, meet new friends, keep fit – join the Woodburn Walkers. Age: 55+. Transport: Hire Bus. Fortnightly: Tues Start Point: Hazlehead Park. Time: 9am for 9.15am. Average Distance: 7 miles Tel: 323925 and 821753

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adult groups Dru Yoga A soft, gentle style of exercise, Dru Yoga is suitable for all. Tues 7.00 8.00 pm, Jubilee Hall, South Holburn Church. Wed 10.30 - 11.30 pm, Broomhill Activity Centre. Thurs 10.00 - 11.30 am, Girlguiding 45 Victoria Street. Telephone: Pauline 643447 Bon Accord branch – Sugarcraft Guild Meets at Rubislaw Park Care Home - Last Mon of month, 7-9pm Learn lots through demos and workshops £5 per meeting (incl refreshments) – friendly & informal group, enjoyable at all skill levels. Call Fiona Mackie on 07748 845 141 or e-mail Fionamackie118@btinternet.com Viking Hiking (Nordic Walking) One hour sessions each Thurs, Fri, Sat and Sun at 10am, Meet at Hazlehead main car park (behind the Park Restaurant). Info fm Allan Copland Tel deen 208813 Aberdeen Humanist Group Skene House Hotel, 6 Union Grove Monthly meetings for those with a secular life-stance. Interesting speakers and topics for discussion.

Tel : M Richardson - 01888-562237 Northern Arts Club 8 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen Come along to draw and paint on Wednesdays 10-12.30pm. Tutor session 1st Wed. of every month. Contact Jacqueline 586928 Life Drawing Class 8 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen Saturday morning 10-1pm Contact Ian 484040 Bridge Tuition Beginner and intermediate Thursday evening, call Margaret 868230 Room/s for hire 8 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen Do you need a new venue for your book club/chess club/choir/art & craft club, then contact Jacqueline 586928 Aberdeen Tai Chi Chuan ‘88 Authentic tai chi, thorough tuition with Don Wells. Cults Church Hall, 6.30pm Wed £3.50. First class free.

Rotary Club of Aberdeen Deeside Weekly on a Wed. at 6.15pm for 6.45pm in Cults Hotel. Rotary is a Service Organisation for community and international needs putting “Service before Self”. Take a look at www.aberdeewndeesiderotary. org.uk to see our range of activities and speakers, or come along and see what we get up to. Contact secretary Quentin Tweedie 868218 Iyengar Yoga Classes Improve strength, flexibility and even your humour with Fiona's iyengar yoga classes. Tues 12 - 1pm & 1pm - 2pm at citymoves Tues 7.30 - 9.30 pm & Wed 7.15 - 9.15 at South Holburn Parish Church.

732119, Fiona.bochel@hotmail.co.uk fiona.bochelyoga.wordpress. com Monday Badminton Ruthrieston West Church Hall Monday’s @ 7.30pm Sorptimist International of Aberdeen We raise money for local, national and international charities.

We are not a charity but a service organisation helping women especially, but also men and children through ‘awareness,action and advocacy’. We are a friendly club meeting on the 1st & 3rd Weds of the month. www.sigbi. org/Aberdeen or contact Marjory Smart on 646916.

Ceilidh Classes Ceilidh classes on the first Tuesday in each month (ie 01 April, 6 May) at South St Nicholas Church Kincorth - 7:30 - 9:00.

Contact aberdeenrscds@hotmail.co.uk or 01224 636128 for more information!

The Rotary Club of Aberdeen St Machar meets every Thursday lunchtime at the Transition Extreme, Links Road, Aberdeenat 12:30 for 12:45. Rotary is a world wide organisation working for communities at home and abroad. Visit our website at www.stmachar.org.uk or secretary@stmachar.org.uk Dance Fitness Class. Nia Technique Expressive Movement Class. Nia Technique. Suitable for all fitness levels, ages or experience. It provides cardiovascular conditioning and optimises whole-body fitness in ways that feel good. Leaves you feeling energised and alive. Classes are warm and friendly. Fridays 10am-11am at RGU: Sport Studio 1. £8/class drop-in.

Discounted block bookings available (£6/class). Contact Cathy for details. 07969 676324 or niamomma2008@gmail.com. www.nianow.com/cathy-ferris Aberdeen Philatelic Society Come along and meet us at Rubislaw Church Center on Thur 19th September or call Ian on 01224 319099 for more information.

Mile-end Gardening Club meets at the Midstocket Church Centre, 35 Midstocket Road, at 7.30 pm on the first Wed of the month from Oct to May with speakers, plant sales, etc. - and an outing in the summer.

Annual membership is £15. If interested in joining us, please call Linda on 310342 Metafit high intensity workout. Airyhall Community Centre Monday 7.20-7.50pm. £3.50/class. Contact Helen Ewen 0773624791 or email : helenewen1@btinternet.com.

MBC Festival 2014 We look forward to welcoming you at the events below!

Art Exhibition - Phoenix Centre, Newton Dee

Sat 23 and Sun 24 Aug (10am - 5pm)

Mainly Music - Hillview Community Church

Sat 23 Aug (10am - noon)

Kids Come and Try - Cults Primary School

Sat 23 Aug (2 - 4pm)

Comedy Night with Andy Kind - St Devenick’s Church

Sat 23 Aug (7.30pm)

Music in the Sanctuary - Cults Parish Church (with the Atholl Smith Jazz Band)

Sun 24 Aug (7 - 8pm)

Tennis Open Evening - Cults Tennis Club

Mon 25 Aug (from 6.30pm)

Bowling Open Day - Cults Bowling Club

Wed 27 Aug (from 7pm)

Flower, Chair Art, and Calligraphy Exhibition Cults Parish Church

Thurs 28 - Sat 30 Aug (10am - 4pm)

Leprosy Coffee Morning - Cults Kirk Centre

Sat 30 Aug (10am - noon)

DAWGS’ Children’s Dog Show - Cults Kirk Centre

Sat 30 Aug (10am - noon)

Family Fun Day - St Devenick’s Church

Sat 30 Aug (1 - 4pm)

Open Day - Simeon and Cairnlee Houses

Sun 31 Aug (2 - 4pm)

Children’s Treasure Hunt - Cults Old Station

Sun 31 Aug (2pm)

Musical Evening - Cults Parish Church (with Northfield Community Band)

Sun 31 Aug (7 - 8pm)

Square Dancing - WRI Hall

Mon 1 Sept (7.30 - 9pm)

Fit Folk 55+ - Hillview Community Church

Wed 3 Sept (10 - 11am)

For more details on these events, contact: John Page (Chairman): 867988 Joyce Wright (Secretary): 867398 Christine Cole (Art Exhibition): 868436

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community clubs & groups Girls Brigade : Meet Tues in Queens Cross Church Hall Explorers P1-3 : 5pm-6.30pm Juniors P4-7 : 6pm7.30pm Brigaders S1-6 : 6pm-8pm Morag Pirie - 01358-742621 Girls Brigade : Are you in P1-S7? Looking for some fun? Then come and join us we meet every Thurs @ South Holburn Church, Holburn St. Tel : Catherine Buchan 01224 574531 Beavers, Cubs, Scouts : tel : 01224 208426 for your nearest group Boys Brigade HQ : tel : 01224 644400 for your nearest group Highland Dancing Classes at Craigiebuckler Church & Danscentre through Carolanne Sinclair . Open to all levels of experience, beginners classes aged 5 & over.

Contact Carolanne directly on 07972104774 or sinclair_carolanne@yahoo.com Mannofield Church on Wed afternoons.

Choi Kwang Do : Inchgarth Community Centre Garthdee Mond 4.45-5.45 Thurs 6-7pm Tel Claire - 746778

Fun Kids Yoga Airyhall Community Centre Tues 4-4.30pm (4-7 yrs) & 4.30-5pm (8-13 yrs) Call 07967 647 220 or go to www.louisayoga.co.uk GCW Hockey Club Fun sessions for all At Rubislaw Astroturf Thurs 6.30 – 7.30 pm Youth for age 10+ 7.15 – 9pm Adults Contact coach@gcwhc.co.uk After School Bridge classes : Wed at The Bridge Club 14 Rubislaw Terrace P6-7 - Anytime fm 3.00-4.30. S1-6 - Anytime fm 3.00-5.30, Sally Reid :322719 ATC 107 Squadron Open to new members, male & female aged 13 – 16. Also looking for enthusiastic adult staff, male & female to join the team., Prince Charles Cadet Centre, Albury Road, Ferryhill, Aberdeen Mon & Weds 19.00 - 21.30. Tel. 01224 590679 www.107aircadets.org.

Rainbows, Brownies, Guides tel : 01224 638685 for your nearest group Youth Hockey Coaching Tuesday evenings 5.45pm-7.00pm from September to March for or children from

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P4 to S4. Coaching provided by Gordonians Hockey Club at RGC astroturf pitches on Countesswells Road. Children from all schools are welcome. More details are available at www. gordonianshockey.com 32nd Aberdeen Anchor Boys If you’re in P1, 2 or 3 and want to take part in lots of fun activities, come and join us in Craigiebuckler Church Hall on Thursday evenings 6-7.15pm. Tel: Sarah 317827 Airyhall Choral Ensemble ACE Juniors and ACE Seniors. Both groups meet at the Airyhall Community Centre on Fridays, Juniors meet at 3.30pm & Seniors at 4.30pm. Cost: £28 per pupil for a term of eight classes. http://tutorsalliance.co.uk/ Music-Lessons.php Le Club des Froggies Fun and educational French classes in Aberdeen city centre for children aged 6 to 9 years. Group of 8 froggies, £75 for a 10 week course. http:// frenchworkshop.co.uk , call Aurelie on 079 3230 6365 or email: aurelie@frenchworkshop.co.uk

Teen View

Rangers as do many of the residents of the Western Isles.

Hi readers!

I’m Tara; I thought this issue would be a great time to properly introduce myself as the writer of the teen view articles. So far I have written on the fast approaching Independence Referendum and the perspective of Aberdeen’s teenage population. I intend to explore other topics that affect teenagers specifically, throughout the upcoming issues and I hope they will be enjoyable to read.

In my spare time I enjoy playing piano and guitar, reading and baking. I have been baking for years, yet my decoration skills are not quite ‘Great British Bake-Off’ standard due to my lack of artistic ability, the sponge or dessert I am making always turns out well in the end and I have improved on cleaning up after myself much to my mum’s delight.

Firstly, some background knowledge on myself... I am from Aberdeen but my parents and the majority of my family are from the Outer Hebrides. Unfortunately my Gaelic vocabulary is very limited but I hope to self-teach myself online and with the help of family members. I like football to a reasonable extent and to the displeasure of many readers; I must confess I support

I have been part of the Debating Society for a couple of years now at school and its great fun. I enjoy going to the competitions and seeing the other societies throughout Aberdeen- there is always a guaranteed tense but exciting atmosphere, followed by a sigh of relief as the frantic research before the event is finally over. I would encourage everyone to take part

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in debates as it is enjoyable over anything else.

risk involved but nevertheless I would revisit them in future.

I would say I am quite reserved but I do love rollercoasters, however I am scared of heights which is a slight problem when I am faced with such rides as the ‘Galleon’(in Codonas). Often if I am with my family I have to go it alone. The rides that I have been on which I believe are relatively extreme are: ‘Ripsaw’ in Alton towers which involved being spun round while high up in the air (as shown in picture one). The second is the ‘Tower of Terror’ in Disneyland, Florida- you sit in a lift which randomly drops and rises by quite dramatic amounts. I did find these rides fantastic fun- probably due to the

I have to say I am a bit of a Geography fanatic- with an Atlas being in my top 10 favourite books. I find Geography really interesting from maps to volcanoes to rivers. I also hope to travel worldwide in the future to witness different cultures and observe well known attractions such as Niagara Falls and the Sydney Opera House.

I hope I’ve provided you with a better insight as to who the writer is behind the teen view. I am eager to delve deeper into the upcoming topics and write them in an appealing format for the reader. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

Bye/Tioraidh, Tara

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Children’s Football Morrison 07762481757 Football for children fm age 21/2 up to P3. Held at Aberdeen Dolphin Swimming Club Kingswells and Airyhall. www.aberdeenfootballfun. Swim School for children fm 4 years old. Lessons at co.uk Hazlehead & Hazlewood Pools. Coaching for children NCT Waddling - Toddling who would like to train and swim competitively.

Contact Louise Lindsay (membership secretary) on Mon @ St Francis of Assisi Church, Deeside Dr, Mannofield 10-11.30, drop in group for mums to be, 596709 parents & carers of babies & toddlers birth - preschool South Holburn Church Parent & Toddler www.nct.org.uk/in-your-area/aberdeen/W2T Group Queen’s Cross Parent & Toddler Group Parents with babies and toddlers aged 0 - 3 are Queens Cross Church Mon 9.30-11.30 Children 0-4 & invited to join us to meet other parents ove a cup of tea or coffee and play with your child in their grown-ups are very welcome. £1.50 a welcoming, child-friendly setting. Thursday Gaelic Parent & Child Group mornings 9.15 - 11.15am. during school terms.

Gilcomstoun Primary School Mon, Wed & Fri 9.15Contact Pat Moir on 01224 310217 11.30. You don’t have to speak Gaelic. Mairi Morley Grampian Twins club 07900 337122, e : gaelic@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

A voluntary group for parents of multiples, get Singing Tots together on the last Friday of every month at 6 months - 3 years old, Rubislaw Church Centre, 1 St Francis of Assisi church, 213 Deeside Gardens Beaconsfield Place AB15 7PR. There for you during pregnancy and Monday 9.30-10.00 & 10.30-11.00, Please contact beyond for advice, support and a great way to 07884 041064 meet other multiple mums in the city and shire Toddler Time : area. www.grampiantwinsclub.co.uk Wed 09:15–11:15 term time. Friendly, welcoming Jo Jingles Music and Movement group for parents & children aged 0-4. Cost 50 pence, leanne.jojingles@tiscali.co.uk 07595452621 inc snacks & refreshments New Life International Fun and educational music classes monday/ Church, Leadside Road, AB25 1TW Michelle - 07808 tuesday/thursday @ city centre and Wynford 932 907 farm www.jojingles.com/aberdeen Ruthrieston West Church Twos Group Rhythm Time Fri 9.45 - 11.00 ( During term time) Age 1year 10 Baby & Toddler Music Classes: Thurs & Fri AM months + £2.50 per child per session. For more @ Inchgarth Community Centre. Baby Sessions, information phone Lynne on 01224 314692 Thurs PM @ Cults Parish Church. To book a FREE Teeny Beats trial session Email: rhythmtimeaberdeen@gmail. com, Tel: 07716593828. www.rhythmtime.net Fun singalong with musical instruments. Meets on a Wednesday 2pm - 3pm during term time at Rubislaw Church Centre. For children aged 0 to 5 years. £2 per session discounted rate for additional children. Further info contact Jenni Dalziel 07835852389, and jennidalziel@live.co.uk The 123 Group, Craigiebuckler Church Hall, Every Thurs Conversational Spanish and 2-4pm, Adult and Child French offered by experienced group; children fm teacher in small groups. babies up to the age of 3 are all welcome. £8 per month, with Airyhall Community Centre lots of fun activities, crafts and healthy Contact John on 01224 582491 snacks provided for email:jymcl11@gmail.com the children. email the123group@yahoo.

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Mannofield Mother & Toddlers 10-1130am Mon for children aged 0-3. 10130am Wed for children aged 0-3. 10-11.30am Fris for children aged 0-3. Mannofield Church, Gt Western Rd All welcome - friendly, sociable groups Holburn West Mothers & Toddlers Meet on a Wed fm 0930 & Fri fm 9.45am Parent and Toddler Group Wed (not school hols) fm 9.45 - 11.15 Rubislaw church centre, beaconsfield pl NCT Bumps and Babies Queens Cross Church,Thurs fm 2 - 4pm ‘Toots’ Playgroup Airyhall Community centre 2’s Group 1 ½ to 2 ½ - Tues & Thurs 9.30 to 11.30 Playgroup 2 ½ onwards – Mon, Wed & Fri 9.15 – 11.45am airyhalltootsgroup@yahoo.co.uk Holburn West Playgroup Meet on a Wed fm 930am Babies andToddlers Mon 0945-1200 Crown Terr Methodist Church Friendly group for parents/carers of children aged 0-3 Cost £1 incl refreshments. 861209/733276 or 01330 823480 e-mail: babiesand toddlers@ aberdeenmethodist.org.uk Midstocket Playgroup, Scout Hut, Oakhill Crescent Lane,AB15 5HY Mon-Fri 9.15-11.45 am, Funded places available tel: 07752 532958 www.midstocketplaygroup. co.uk Rubislaw Playgroup Playgroup: Rubislaw Church Centre. Mon to Fri 9:15-11:45; from 30 mths to school age. Funded places available. Call 07747 830386 b/n 9:30 & 12:15 or email rubislawplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk Toddlers and 2s: Rubislaw Church Centre. Enjoy play, craft, singing and snack.

Toddlers: Up to 2 yrs; Wed 9:30-11:30 2s Group: 2 to 3 yrs; Tues 9:30-11:30. Call 07747 830386 b/n 9:30 & 12:15 or email rubislawplaygroup@ hotmail.co.uk/ Kids Crew Playgroup.2yrs 8mnths. Mon, Wed, Fri mornings 9.30am-12pm.

Funded Places available. + Two’s Group.Wed, Thurs 9.30-11am. Both groups at Ferryhill Community Centre, Albury Road, Ferryhill. Tel : 584118.

Playgroup @ Ruthrieston Comm Centre ‘Playshed’, Holburn St Mon-Thurs 9.15-11.15. fm 2 yrs 6 mnths. £3.50 per session - includes healthy snack.

Call 572211

The Alizonne Diet – what the heck is that!

In an endeavour to find out exactly what the Alizonne diet was, I paid a visit to Temple Medical in West Craibstone Street, Aberdeen. Dr Sam Robson has been advertising with me for a very long time and 18 months ago invited me to come and try it out! I dismissed it as another fad. Well having seen the results on the back of the West End magazines for the last 18 months I decided that maybe this was the way forward.

I don’t really know when I started to gain weight.

I was always told, you’re tall, and you can carry it!

Well it was back in April that I wasn’t feeling very good about myself so stepped on the scales, yet again, in an attempt to make me wake up and smell the coffee. And another stone, yes another 14 pounds of FAT had crept on. I tell you I didn’t even notice. Yes the clothes were feeling tighter and if I had a full length mirror I might have glanced and thought – bit chunky – but I don’t, probably for that very reason.

Anyway, cutting to the chase I made an appointment to see Sam about advertising and thought I’ll enquire and find out more about Alizonne. After a tour of the new premises, very nice by the way, I was shown to the top of the building. Three flights of stairs; this is where the Alizonne treatments take place. No oxygen mask was to be seen at the top – just a fancy machine that looks like a hoover, a set of electronic scales, blood pressure monitor and some battery looking objects. Maybe this is why it’s called a medical diet.

Back to ground level Sam got talking. The fact she had a pound of fat sitting on her desk which is not particularly attractive, her positive and enthusiastic way of talking about the amazing results that were happening on a daily basis, I knew at that point she had me! She said have a think about it and then phone and book an initial consultation if you are serious about the diet. She did say that I could be put off of the diet at any time if I didn’t follow it to the “T”. I wasn’t about to be the first to be kicked off – I’ll show you I can do it – however challenging it may become.

I am not going to lie and say it is only £5 a week and you step on some scales and told you’ve lost xyz pounds. It is not a cheap option. It does not involve surgery of any kind. It does involve a HUGE COMMITMENT. A slight re-arrangement of your social activities for the initial phase and a will of steel! You will require the ability to say NO, and to mean it. Alcohol has to be given up too… but you can still have tea and coffee J Armed with the telephone, I dialled the number – 01224 869997… Within five minutes I had an initial consultation and had parted with a chunk of money. My appointment wasn’t for another ten days… but I was determined I would start the way I meant to go on. Let the calorie counting begin… … I have actually now started the diet and have been on it for 14 weeks at the time of going to print. I am being complimented all the time in the weight loss, shrunk several dress sizes and feel pretty good about myself.

I don’t want to say too much more in this article, but you can read my blog on the website as I have been keeping a diary. If you are interested and want to ask me about the diet, please feel free to get in touch, I’m more than happy to share my experience.

My before, after and in between pictures I’ll share in the magazines when I’m complete. I am only at the end of Phase 1 and there are 7 more phases to go. Alizonne is changing my life. The weight loss is helping me live longer. The exercise is keeping me fit and active. The confidence in me has grown tenfold and I’m getting ready to embrace Phase 2.

http://www.gazettemagazines.com/blog-alizonne/ http://www.templemedical.co.uk/alizonne/ The top link will take you to my blog. The second link will take you to the temple medical web page and there are pictures and videos of people who have been on the diet and their results. I would just like to say that I embarked on the diet for my own health reasons. It will not be for everyone, but if you are serious about losing weight and have tried everything else then this might just work for you. Do not hesitate to get in touch with me to ask any questions. mail@gazettemagazines.com put in the subject line Alizonne and I’ll get back to you as soon as I can.

Words by Sue Simpson

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