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Summer is finally here...we love it! Abby aka The Fishwife’s Kitchen has given us three easy peasy desserts this month. Hardly any effort involved and super impressive. Spend longer on the lounger and no-one will know! See what’s in store for you with our resident Taroscope reader, Kerry. You can meet Kerry during the summer - see dates at the bottom of her page. Although snow maybe the last thing on your mind right now - Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre are kindly giving away some family passes. If you’ve never been, enter our competition. It’s a great day out. Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah & Francine

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If you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - 16 July - 2pm-4pm at Holgate Academy, Hillcrest Drive, NG15 6PX. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall. Calverton Under 5’s Toddler Group - meets Tues 1.30 - 3pm (term time) at The Community Room, Manor Park Infant School, Flatts Lane, Calverton. £1.25 per family inc refreshments. Contact Pauline on 07973 220052 Calverton Toy Library - Baptist Church Hall, The Nook - Mon 1.30pm-3pm, Thurs 9.30am-11am. £1.50 per family inc refreshments. Contact Pauline on 07973 220052. Lowdham Colts Youth Football Club- FA Charter Standard Club - Ages 5-18. Friendly, fun football. Midweek evening training & Saturday league football. Academy (5 to 7yrs) 9.30am Sat on Lowdham Playing Fields. For more info: www.lowdhamcolts.co.uk or call Dave Johnson on 07733 310201. Email: dave.johnson28@btinternet.com Calverton Cricket Club - Juniors age 7-13. Outdoor practice at Calverton Cricket Club, The Rookery, Woods Lane, Main St, Calverton. Every Fri 5.30pm-7pm. Contact Richard Lee 07734411010 or Scott Andrew 07965 4539402 Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. We meet Thursdays 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood. Call 0115 960 7912 or visit www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more information. St Helen’s Baby & Toddler Group - Old Church Hall, Main Street, Burton Joyce (next to chip shop). Mon & Thurs 9.30am - 11am (term time), email: emmahare@hotmail.co.uk The Windmill Kindergarten Pre-School Playgroup - a small friendly group offering a safe and stimulating environment for children from 2 yrs to school age. Open Mon-Fri (term time only) from 9am to 3pm at the Free Church, Chesterfield Drive, Burton Joyce. Call Linda on 07800 509190. Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills: fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, sport, BTEC, DofE and much more. Young people 12yrs to 18yrs. For more information visit Armycadets.com to find your nearest Detachment or tel: 0115 9837645 Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, shooting.For 13-18yr olds. Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 5pm - 6pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.8yrs +. For more info call 0115 808 4508 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btck.com Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7 to 11 yr olds, along with hardball teams for ages 11-15. Please contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details. Shake, Rattle & Rhyme - songs, movement & rhyme for babies to pre-schoolers. Mon, St Marks Church Hall, Woodthorpe, 10am - 11am: Thur, Westdale Lane Comm. Centre. 9.45am - 10.45am. Call Jo on 0115 960 9599 or Ruth on 07779 699564 or www.shakerattleandrhyme@weebly.com Rainbows, Brownies & Guides - for information on groups in NG14 call free on 0800 169 5901 or visit www.girlguiding.org.uk/interested Bleasby Playgroup - a friendly baby & toddler group for parents & carers. Meet at Bleasby Village Hall Mondays 9.15-11.15am, term time only. Come & join us for fun play & craft activities followed by singing/storytime. £2 per family inc.snack & drink for all. Contact Victoria: 079866 10692 Nottingham BMX Race Track - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run coaching sessions Saturdays: 9.30am onwards. Gates Thur (Spring/Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also BMX races. For more info:email@nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or facebook: Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www. nottinghamoutlaws.com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. Lowdham Preschool - preschool education for 2-5 year olds in Lowdham Village Hall. Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri 9 - 3pm, Tues 9-1pm with breakfast club from 7.30am each day. Rated “Outstanding in all areas” by Ofsted. Specialising in outdoor play, language & arts. Contact 07432 775965 or visit www. lowdhampreschool.co.uk Sing and Play - baby & toddler group for parents/carers. Meet @ Methodist Chapel, Main Street, Lowdham. Wed 10am-11.30am, term time only. Play & crafts, snack for children then a singalong with piano. £1 per family. Just turn up or contact Jeanette on 07925 011821 Lowdham and Epperstone Happy Tots - two village toddler groups; meet on Monday 9.45 - 11.15am Eppertone Village Hall and on Friday 9.30 - 11am Lowdham WI Hall. Contact us at contact@happytots.info or www.happytots.info

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Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in St Paul’s Church, Carlton on Wednesday evenings 6.15 - 7.30pm. Take a look at our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or just drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun! Beavers, Cubs & Scouts - in Calvertom, Burton Joyce & Trentside (Lowdham) & Beavers & Cubs in Woodborough. Contact 0115 952 3617 for more information. Nottingham Sea Cadets - Waterside Way, Nottingham, NG2 4DP. T: 0115 958 0528. E: nottinghamseacadets@live.co.uk W: http://units.ms-sc.org/nottingham. Tues & Thurs 7pm - 9.15pm. Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UN. Monday’s & Friday’s 6.30pm - 7.30pm April to October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 Calverton MWFC - Calverton MWFC providing great facilities for boys and girls, and adult football. Check out the website: http://www.pitchero.com/clubs/calvertonminerswelfarefc/ Rhyme, Rattle & Roll - at Burton Joyce library alternate Wednesdays from 10.30 to 11am. Bring your babies and toddlers and make some noise with us. Ring 0115 931 3360 for further information. Lambley Mother and Toddler Group - a friendly and welcoming baby and toddler group (0-5 yrs) for parents and carers. Every Tuesday 9.30 - 11.20am in Lambley Village Hall’s committee room. Inside and outside play, craft activities, singing/stories. £2.50 per family, includes snack for children and hotArnold drinks for adults. Cubs, For more information please-contact Jen on 0115Fri 931 4420.Panther Grp 2nd Beavers, Scouts & Explorers Beavers 6.30-7.45 | Cubs Calverton And Bingham Swimming Club - offer lessons at Calverton & training sessions most 7-8.30pm Tues | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri. weekdays at Calverton, Bingham, Southwell, Cotgrave or Portland depending on ability & space. For Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 9865/0787505 6784 more info email: info@cabsc.co.uk or check out the website: www.cabsc.co.uk Air Cadets - 138 Sqn, Carlton TA Centre, Carlton, NG4 3DX. Tues & Thurs 6.45pm-9pm. Girls & boys 12-17yrs. Drill, flying, sports, adventure training, Duke of Edinburgh, BTECs & much more. Tel: 0115 940 4308 Woodborough Pre-school - we are open Mon, Tue, Thur & Fri (closed Wed). 9.15am til 3.30pm daily. Woodborough Village Hall. £3.40 ph. 2.5 yrs upwards. Govt. places available. Full & part time places available. Email: woodboroughpreschool@ btinternet.com. Tel: 0115 965 5895.

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They also have the viper slide to ride down in an inflatable ring, which consists of a 70m slope full with twists and turns.

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, in the heart of the National Forest, bustles with activity and has so much to offer. For the budding skier or snowboarder they offer lessons on a nursery slope, and for those with a little bit more experience they have the main ski run of over 160 metres. You can book lessons or open sessions whatever suits you.

The Alpine Lodge & Bar overlooks the slopes and offers hot and cold food as well as beverages for those apres ski moments, or you can relax in the new coffee lounge which overlooks the nursery slope.

I don’t know about you but ever since I watched ‘Cool Runnings’ I have wanted to try a Toboggan run. Well Swadlincotes Cresta Run didn’t disappoint with 500 metres of exciting twists, tunnels and turns. Age restrictions apply, 4-7 year olds must ride with an adult and 8+ years must ride on their own. The Sno-tubes are so much fun, they are large inflatable rings which can be spun and linked together to slide down a section of the slopes. (Min age 4 years.)

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Woodborough’s Heritage Woodborough an ancient Sherwood Forest village had three manors as far back as 1,000 years ago. The history of these manors, this village, its lands, buildings, people and events have been comprehensively recorded on our website at: www.woodborough-heritage.org.uk. We are also building a THEMED PHOTO ALBUMS website which currently has more than 3,600 photos and will have over 4,500 by completion. This new site can be accessed from the HOME page of our above website. Please feel free to comment or correct what information we have provided and any feedback will be acknowledged.

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Can you spare 12 hours this summer? Could you encourage children to read? Each year Inspire libraries challenge children to read six books over the summer holidays in the Summer Reading Challenge. We need volunteers aged 14 years and over to:

• Sign up children to the Summer Reading Challenge • Listen to children talk about the books they read • Give out stickers and rewards Visit www.inspireculture.org.uk/volunteers Call: 07944 428 951 Email: volunteers@inspireculture.org.uk Closing date for applications: 19 May 2017

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Want To Help Local Animals For Free? Dogs Trust Celebrates the Launch of Their New Nottingham Dog School Dogs Trust, the leading UK dog welfare charity, has launched a new dog school offering training classes and individual lessons to Nottinghamshire pet parents. The new school is part of a significant expansion program following a successful year for 13 pilot schools across the UK. The Nottingham team, led by Head Coach Chelsea Martin, aim to offer a fun, stimulating and informative environment for dogs to learn household manners, whilst working to identify and prevent unwanted behaviours. Of the launch, Head Coach Chelsea Martin said, “I’m extremely excited about the opportunity we have to make a real difference to the lives of dogs and pet owners. By preventing problem behaviours in the dogs we see and training for the real-world we’re hopefully able to keep more dogs with their families.” Initially, classes will be offered in Sneinton, Lenton and Thurgarton with plans to add an additional two venues in or around the city. Every class consists of five 50-minute sessions, taught on five consecutive weeks. To ensure education is affordable to all, courses are priced at £50 each with a £10 discount for rescue dogs. By offering a variety of puppy, adult and rescue dog training classes, Dogs Trust hope to prevent problem behaviours and reduce the number of dogs given up for rehoming. To achieve this, the Nottinghamshire Dog School team will: • Utilise science-based, positive reinforcement training methods in all classes • Offer affordable seminars, workshops and other events to local dog owners • Provide CPD accredited events to veterinary staff in the area

Can you spare an hour or so a week to help neglected, homeless animals? Completely run by volunteers, local charity Animal Accident Rescue Unit urgently needs more rota organisers and help-line operators – and both tasks can be done from home and cost nothing. For details, contact Becky Campbell on 07522 101619 or email admin@ aaru.org.uk. Such help plays a huge part in saving needy local animals, like Edgar (pictured above) who was found, barely surviving in a dreadful, emaciated state. Thanks to the charity, he is now an affectionate, playful cat – but he is still waiting for a home. Three-year-old Edgar was FIV/FeLV-tested and is negative; he is neutered, flea and worm treated, microchipped, litter-trained and vaccinated; his new owner is responsible for further vaccinations. For Edgar’s details, contact the Adoption Officer at admin@aaru.org.uk, who will reply as soon as possible. All potential adoptions need a successful homecheck. The charity does not rehome cats on or near busy roads unless indoor-only, and recommends always keeping them indoors at night, and for 6-8 weeks to bond with the new owner/home. To raise funds, Animal Accident Rescue Unit hosts monthly fairs; the next one is 2-4pm, Saturday 15 July at Lowdham Village Hall, Main Street, Lowdham NG14 7BD. The charity does not cover healthy strays/ unwanted pets, but helps neglected, injured and vulnerable animals and birds. Anyone finding an animal needing emergency transport to a vet should leave a detailed message on 0115-9321555. For all animals needing homes, see www.animalaccident.org.uk

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Heat Stroke In Dogs And Other Pets Andrew Draper from Oak House Veterinary Centre talks about looking after your pets during the summer.

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Late spring and early summer is a time when we often see cases of heat stroke and related problems such as heart failure or respiratory distress. This is due to owners being caught out by the variable weather and suddenly having a hot day out of the blue. We especially see problems with dogs kept in cars or in conservatories, where the environment magniﬁes the problem.

Prevention is always the best way to keep your pets safe and involves awareness from owners, never leaving pets in cars or behind glass when the temperature is very hot, always providing water, a shady spot and some ventilation for your pet. If you think they may be slightly overheating then use a water spray or wet cold towel to cool them down while providing a fan to help keep the air moving. Also never work/over exercise your dog in hot weather- where possible wait until dusk and dawn to go for your walks and playtime.

Dogs are especially susceptible to heat stroke as unlike humans they only sweat from their feet, to cool down they have to be able to pant and also be able to drink water. Signs of heat stroke can range from excessive breathlessness and listlessness through to full blown collapse and even death. Certain breeds and pets are more susceptible and extra care should be taken with elderly, overweight, dogs with pre-existing heart problems or breeds with shorter noses such as Bulldogs, but remember any dog or other pet can be effected.

Always carry some water and a bowl with you if you are exercising in hot weather and try to keep to shady walks such as in the woods rather than open spaces. Enjoy the summer but always be careful of heat stroke!

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from your Neighbourhood Beat Team.... Tackling antisocial behaviour Nottinghamshire Police recognises that antisocial behaviour is an important issue to individuals and communities. The impact of persistent nuisance or harassment can be worse than that of a single crime as due to the wider impact on a victim’s life, their health, mental and emotional wellbeing can suffer.

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Holiday Disaster by Bob Massey

On August 6th 1857, Ann Brewster, a 19 year old farmers daughter, boarded a train at Burton Joyce for a day excursion to Grimsby. Ann was excited and looking forward to a day at the seaside away from life on her father’s farm at Stoke Bardolph. Ann’s father was George Brewster, a farmer of some 186 acres, who employed five labourers to assist with the farm work. He and his wife Mary had three children. Ann was the middle child, with an older brother, Samuel and a younger brother, Edward. The family was fairly well off and employed three servants to carry out the work around the house as well as the farm hands. George’s brother John was a well known solicitor with a large practice in Nottingham. Ann could therefore well afford this treat of a day out. The train she caught that day had left Nottingham at 6am for the special excursion and was scheduled to pick up passengers at stations all along the Nottingham/Lincoln line. It had stopped first at Carlton before picking Ann up at Burton Joyce. After leaving Burton Joyce the train stopped at Lowdham before proceeding to Collingham it’s next stop, arriving about 7am. Just beyond Collingham station the rails were in the process of undergoing repairs. On leaving the station, the train began picking up speed and started to run away, now travelling too fast for the condition of the rails. Before the driver could stop it, several of the front carriages jumped the rails on the weak section. Fortunately there were only a few passengers on the train at the time and most were in the rear coaches. Most of those on the train were isolated from each other as compartments in those days were not connected by a corridor. The noise and shaking of the train caused great fear and alarm amongst its occupants.

attempted to jump from the still moving train. She was the only passenger to do so. On leaving the carriage, Ann’s dress caught in the door, pulling her back towards the train and her head struck a telegraph pole at the side of the track. The train, still moving, encountered the now derailed front coaches one of which caught the stunned Ann with one of its wheels. This passed over her, killing her instantly. The remaining part of the train including Anns carriage righted itself and came to a stop safely. None of the other passengers sustained more than bruises. In all, there had been some 30 carriages in the train, with only a couple suffering derailment. The engine remained on the track. The other passengers were then disembarked onto the rail embankment. The guard was left in charge of the carriages and passengers while the driver took the engine on to Lincoln to report the accident and get assistance. On its return Ann’s body was conveyed to Collingham. An inquest into her death was quickly organised and held later that same afternoon. The jury, under the direction of Mr Harrison, the Deputy Coroner, examined the scene of the crash. After listening to the evidence, they returned a verdict of accidental death on poor Ann Brewster, the only victim of a holiday, sadly gone badly wrong.

Frightened that her carriage would also crash and be crushed, Ann Brewster If you are a budding historian and would like to contribute regular articles for the magazine we would love to hear from you. Please call 0115 926 9777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk

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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini (Nine of Wands, Five of Cups, Eight of Coins) Don’t look down! Please remember how far you have come. It’s easy to forget the experience and resilience you’ve already earned when faced with, yet another, obstacle. You’ve got this in the bag, anyway; it’s not as bad as it looks, and can be dealt with quickly. Don’t let it wobble you, create regrets or backwards glances. Keep going!

Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius (Ace of Wands, Five of Swords, The Wheel of Fortune)

Don’t fight for something not worth winning. You’re in danger of letting pride force you to fight for, what will be, a hollow victory; possibly costing the better part of yourself to attain. Cut your losses on something which has become bitter and watch how quickly a new energy sweeps in to grab your attention. The tighter you hold on to something you shouldn’t, the more it will hurt you. Let go.

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(King of Wands, Ten of Coins, Justice) It’s worth the risk. You want to do more, be more, have more… but you like what you already have. Is it worth the risk to strive for more, then? YES. Bold moves win more often than they lose; future dangers are not lessened by doing nothing. Play fair, be nice, take others on this journey of expansion with you, and you’re set to create a lasting legacy to be proud of.

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Kerry Ward is a Nottingham based tarot reader, and Cosmopolitan magazine’s tarot expert, with over 20 years fortune telling experience, and many happy clients all over the world. You can book a personal, written reading, which comes as a beautifully illustrated brochure, at www.tarotbella.etsy.com or follow her at www.facebook.com/mytarotbella. Kerry will be doing readings in person at The Tarot Van, in the courtyard of Nottingham Industrial Museum, from 12-3pm on Sunday 30th July and Sunday 27th August.

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olcino has brought Gelato joy Nottingham.

Based at Beastmarket Hill, the two-floor establishment serves authentic, artisan gelato, freshly made in store. Gelato being seriously flavoursome Italian Ice Cream. It is being run by gelato experts Francesco Arcadio, and his wife Kirsten, assisted by son Sebastian. The Arcadio family has an impressive history of making gelato and operating café bars dating back to 1950s in Italy. The Nottingham venture is hot on the heels of their first highly successful UK business in Loughborough. Diners can expect traditional flavours such as Cassata Siciliana (a traditional sweet from all areas of Sicily) and Pinolata (a lemon and chocolate Sicilian pastry). But Dolcino has also produced exciting new gelato flavours, including Twist on a Twix, Chilli Chocolate and Salted Caramel, and Hazelnut and Avocado. Customers who want to experiment with their own gelato mix, can ask the Dolcino experts to blend their choice of flavours to create something bespoke and brand new. There is a viewing window on the first floor where customers can see gelato freshly made every day. Dolcino has brought the Freakcone to Nottingham. Mouth-tinkling flavours, such as Black Forest Gateau, Toffee Popcorn, Mars Bar Magic, or any other combination the customer asks for – are served oozing over a gelato cone. There is also a premium selection of crepes, waffles and focaccia olive-oil bread sandwiches, all hand-made in store. Locally sourced ingredients are used where possible and own blends of coffee roasted on site.

We chose waffles and crepes. Lovely big portions, juicy fillings and to die for gelato. We had the beautiful flavours of cherry bakewell, raspberry and caramel. Our most favourite however was pistachio. Yum! The Dolcino experience is also enhanced by an Italian retro feel, with cosy booths, funky pictures of Italy, an iconic Vespa scooter and Fiat 500 wallpiece. A lot of the establishment’s equipment, including the gelato counter, a state-ofthe-art gelato making machine and the coffee roaster, has been shipped in from Italy. The upstairs is a perfect area for meetings and events. Dolcino is open seven days a week, morning to evening. It hopes to become the perfect place for an extra treat during a night out in Nottingham. Dolcino.. where every day is a sundae!!

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Summer Desserts Summer is here and hopefully the sun is out, the gardens and parks look lovely and barbecuing and al fresco eating is in full flow. Summer brings a bounty of fresh fruits, herbs and salads with which to create delicious dishes. The smell of basil evokes memories for me of eating out in Italy. If you have some in your garden, how about making an easy basil pesto? – you can freeze it in ice-cubes and use it all year round. If you have a pot of chives on your patio, snip them over a salad for a subtle onion flavour. The market stalls and supermarket shelves are groaning with berries this time of year, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, gooseberries - a large bowl of berries sprinkled with caster sugar and a dollop of whipped cream makes a perfect, simple dessert. Aubergines and courgettes can be sliced, drizzled with olive oil and sea salt and grilled on the barbecue. Tomatoes, radishes, sliced cucumber and spring onions are perfect for nibbling on while the meat or fish cooks on the barbecue, and salad leaves are in abundance. Dress with a little salt and pepper, olive oil and white wine vinegar for a simple side. On long sunny days, no one wants to be standing over a hot stove making puddings but we all still enjoy our desserts. So here are a few very easy to make “no cook” desserts that will impress your family and friends, take hardly any time to prepare, and make the most of the summer

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Iced Raspberry Brûlées with Basil

Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice Cream

Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Ingredients (serves 4-6) 225g raspberries (or you could use chopped strawberries) 50g golden caster sugar 142ml double cream 100ml custard Handful of ﬁnely shredded basil leaves 3 tbsp icing sugar

Ingredients 4 ripe peaches or nectarines, halved and stoned Rapeseed or vegetable oil Best quality vanilla ice cream Honey and sea salt to serve

Ingredients Strawberries Cream cheese Icing sugar Vanilla extract Crushed digestive biscuits (to almost a powder)

Method Divide the raspberries between 4 heat-proof ramekins, scatter over the sugar and press down the fruit slightly. Whip the cream until it holds its shape and then fold in the custard and basil. Spoon the mixture evenly over the raspberries and smooth the tops over. Put the ramekins in the freezer for about half an hour to set. Dust each ramekin with the icing sugar and then, using a blow-torch (or a very hot grill) caramelise the sugar and leave to harden for 1 minute. Serve immediately.

Method Heat the griddle to a medium high heat. Brush the cut surface of the peaches with a little oil and place down on the griddle for a few minutes and then rotate (to get the characteristic grill marks), push down gently for a further 3 or 4 minutes until the fruit starts to caramelise. Remove from the grill and serve with a scoop of good vanilla ice cream, drizzled with honey and sprinkled with sea salt.

Method Remove the hulls and hollow out the middle of the strawberry (you will probably need a paring knife for this). Thoroughly combine the cream cheese, icing sugar and vanilla in a bowl. Fill each strawberry with the cream cheese ﬁlling (a piping bag is best) and then dip the cheesecake side of the strawberry into the digestive biscuit crumb. What could be easier!

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If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Woodborough W.I - meet on 3rd Monday every month at Woodborough Village Hall at 7.30pm. For more information call President, Yvonne O’Donnell on 0115 965 5482.

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welcome. Contact number: 0115 931 2313. Lowdham Pantomime Group - meet every Wednesday, 8pm - 10pm from Sept - February. Children from 10 yrs. See website for further details: www.lowdhampanto.co.uk or contact the secretary: Jan Fish - 0115 966 4207 Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tues every other month (Jan, March, May, July, Sept) 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room. Entrance fee. Refreshments. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068. Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk South Notts Alive & Kicking - Every Thurs at Arnold Liberal Club. 7.30pm-11.15pm. South Notts N.C.D.S.W is for the divorced, separated & widowed. Hand in friendship to all. Tel 01949 358154. Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. We meet at The Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nottingham (close to the Royal Centre) on 1st Tuesday each month at 1.30 - 3.30pm. For more info contact Jenny on 01623 491331. Woodcarving Club - Tuesdays: 1.30 - 3.30pm & 7 - 9pm at Sherbrook Scout Camp, Mansfield Lane, Calverton (Sept to mid-June). Small friendly group, beginners very welcome. Tools & tuition provided. Contact Brian - 0115 841 6996 Nottingham Flower Club - Invites you to discover a new talent by joining us on a Thursday evening at the Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY. For dates of meetings contact Jane Walden - 0115 937 5343. Patterns & Plains Patchwork & Quilting Group - meet 2nd & 4th Weds monthly - 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Arnold. Call 0115 9939106 after 7pm for info. New members welcome. Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.ssae.org.uk Woodborough Bridge Club - meets every Thursday evening, 7pm at Woodborough Village Hall, Lingwood Lane. Friendly duplicate bridge; also opportunities for pairs events, match play & classes. Contact Jane (0115 965 2595) or enquiries@ woodboroughbridgeclub.org.uk. See www.bridgewebs.com/woodborough National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Monday in month 10.30-12pm followed by lunch 12.30-2.30pm at Masonic Hall, West Bridgford. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org City of Nottingham Probus Club - a club for men over 65, meeting at The New Mechanics Institute, North Sherwood St, Notts on 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10am, meetings start at 10.30am. Interesting talks on many subjects plus optional lunch. Just turn up or call Robin on 0115 916 4774 or email: r.west8@ntlworld.com Nottingham Socialising - social group for 20 - 40’s. Events include pub nights, quizzes, walks, classical concerts and any other social event - find us on facebook. Kindred Spirits Notts - Many social activities a month in & around Nottinghamshire, including coffee mornings, day trips & exercise classes. There are no fees. Find out more by calling 0115 844 0011. Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small friendly walking club for single people born in the 50s and 60s. We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more info visit www.bootlace-buddies.org.uk French speaking group - French speakers, native or not, meet monthly at various venues in & around Nottingham to keep up with the language. Good conversation French required. Join our group on Facebook: “The Nottingham Frogs” or email sylvaindrouhot@hotmail.com. A bientot. Nova - new friends for single people. Call at the Mapperley Plains Social Club, Mapperley Top, Thursdays from 8pm & pick up our programme of monthly social events. For info: www.novanottingham.co.uk or phone Paul on 07973 872213. Chair Based Exercise - new members welcome. Free weekly classes at 1.45pm Tuesdays & seated yoga class Thurs 2pm-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton. Call 0115 847 0551 for info on our other classes. Burton Joyce Players - put on two plays and a pantomime each year. We rehearse on Monday and Wednesday evenings in Burton Joyce village hall. For more details contact Mel Reynolds on secretary@burtonjoyceplayers.co.uk Burton Joyce Community Market - takes place in Burton Joyce Village Hall, NG14 5EY second Saturday morning of every month from 10am-12.30pm. Entry is free & there is a wide range of stalls. Funds raised from table hire goes towards the upkeep of the hall. Any enquiries to: Sally Smith on 0115 9312766. Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at The Vale Hotel, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook. Speaker & lunch. Do come along and meet a group of very interestimg, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 8.30pm at The Lion, Mosely St, NG7 7FQ. No membership fees, no playing fees. The Lion is a Real Ale Pub. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info. The Nottingham Group of the Hardy Plant Society - for everyone interested in plants & gardening. Meet 2nd Friday monthly from Sept - April at St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Rd, NG2. Doors open at 7pm with a speaker at each meeting. For further info go to www.nottmhps.org.uk; email hps.nottingham. group@gmail.com or phone Carol on 0115 914 2474. The British Sugarcraft Guild - meet 2nd Friday of month (except Dec) at 7.30pm, Burton Joyce Village Hall, Trent Lane. Visitors & new members always welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Jackie: 07708 035311 or taylorj786@btinternet.com Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Monday of every month at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website: www. nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk

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Burton Joyce Bowls Club - the Poplars Sports Ground, Station Road. For further info 0115 8447 167 Woodborough Bridge Club - meet every Thursday, 7pm at Woodborough Village Hall. EBU affliated. Visitors welcome.

Contact Jane on 0115 965 2595 or enquiries@woodboroughbridgeclub.org.uk Lambley Historical Society - meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 7.30pm in the Lowdham W.I. Hall. New members or visitors are always welcome. For information call Kay Winfield: 0115 9313646 or John Smith: 0115 9313066 Lowdham WI - meet at 7.30pm on 2nd Monday of the month (except January) at Lowdham WI Hall. Visitors welcome. For more information call 0115 966 3035 BJU3A - educational/ cultural/ social activities for retired/ semi-retired people of any age. Monthly meeting and 30+ interest groups. Meetings - 1.45pm at BJ Village Hall. For further information contact 0115 931 4290 or visit website www.bju3a.co.uk Lambley WI - meet 2nd Monday every month at 7.30pm in Lambley Village Hall. Visitors always welcome. Contact Michelle: michelle.church156@btinternet or call 0115 779 3623 Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. We meet at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG on the 4th Tuesday monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365. Soroptimist International - a group of women who meet 1st & 3rd Monday monthly at Willoughby Hall, Notts University Main Campus. We carry out projects to support women & girls at local & international level. Join us for fun, friendship & to help with these projects. For more info & contact: http://sigbi.org/nottingham Trent Valley Art Group - meets on Monday afternoons 1.30 - 3.30 in Burton Joyce & surrounding areas. We paint and sketch out of doors in fine weather and work indoors in winter weather. We take part in local art exhibitions & events working with beginners & more advanced students. For more info call 0115 931 2422 to speak to the tutor. Making Tracks Walking Group - is for single adults aged 40+ who share a love for the outdoors. We walk every Sunday throughout the year in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Leicestershire. Own transport essential. For more information visit: www.walkwithmakingtracks.org.uk. All new members welcome. Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet people? Try new activities & help in your local community, nationally & internationally through volunteering and fundraising? We meet 7pm central Nottingham on 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham for further details. Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wednesday monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston, NG9 2FF. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk Nottingham City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU entrance opposite former Fiveways pub. Meet Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. Suitable for all ages. New members welcome, first 3 vists free. Nottingham Organ Society - Bonington Theatre. 1st Monday in the month at 7.30pm. Come along and listen to an evening of light musical entertainment. Tickets available at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold, Nottingham. Call 0115 956 0733 New Life Friendship Club - for active over 50’s. Full programme of events each month - (daytime only) day trips, theatre, strolls, walks, meals out, places of interest. For further details contact Joan 929 0902, www.newlifenotts.org.uk or email: newlife.notts@virginmedia.com Lowdham Bowls Club - join us for casual or competitive sport and all year round social activities. We are on Main Street next to the village hall, opposite The Old Ship Inn. For further information call Steve on 0115 931 2889. Nottingham Oddfellows - are you lonely & want to get out and meet people in a social & friendly atmosphere? Come along & meet us on the first Friday monthly @ 11am - Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North Sherwood St, NG1 4EZ. For more info call Karen on 01949 843727 or karen.pye-smith@oddfellows.co.uk. All welcome. Lowdham History Society - meet at 7.30pm on the 2nd Thursday of every month (Sept - April) in the Lowdham WI Hall. New members & visitirs always welcome to hear varied & interesting speakers. For more info call Maureen Handley: 0115 966 9462 Dover Beck Flower Club - meet 3rd Thursday monthly at Burton Joyce Village Hall. For more info call 0115 965 4745. Nottingham Writers’ Club - meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (evenings) monthly in the city centre. We welcome everyone who loves to write - aspiring, published or unpublished - and all genres are catered for. For information please contact Phil on 0115 938 4098 Seated Yoga Class - Thursdays 2-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton. Free. New members very welcome. Call 0115 847 0551 or just turn up! Lowdham Bridge Club - come and meet some friendly folk on a Monday morning & have an enjoyable game of Rubber Acol Bridge at Lowdham WI Hall 10am - 12.30pm. Contact Harry Healey on 966 3434 or email: harrychrishealey@gmail. com for further details. All levels & abilities welcome. £10 introductory fee + £2 weekly table fee. Includes refreshments. Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Gedling Local Members’ Group - meets regularly throughout the year for local walks & hosts an informative talks programme each autumn/winter in Burton Joyce. For details of activities & events please visit: www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/category/gedling or contact Gary Wood on 0115 920 5940 Nottingham CHA Walking Group - would like to invite new members to local weekday or weekend walks further afield. For more details please call 0115 927 4869 or email: margnewell11@virginmedia.com. Friends of Nottingham Museums - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in Studio 1, Nottingham Castle. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734 Woodthorpe Huffers & Puffers Running Club - for all abilities - 2 miles to marathon! Meet at Thackerays Lane Park (behind Vale pub) 3 times a week. Learn to Run courses if you are new to running as well as walking group. See website for details: ww.woodthorpehuffersandpuffers.co.uk

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socialising, how about joining us. These walks are a great way to start exercising in a safe and supportive environment. For more info call Fiona Hextall on 0115 901 3635 or visit www.gedling.gov.uk and search for Get Going in Gedling. Woodborough Art Club - small, friendly group of artists of all abilities. Meet Thurs 10am - 12 noon at The Institute, Row Lane, Woodborough. We have a permanent exhibition of our work. Varied programme of demos & tutor once a month. We take part in Woodborough Street Market & have an exhibition every Xmas. We look forward to welcoming new members. For more info call Joyce Andrews: 01159 653832 or call in to see us. Arnold Local History Group - all new visitors or members welcome. We meet 3rd Tuesday of the month with a break in July, August & December. Meetings at Bonington House (Labour Club), High St, Arnold. Details: www.arnold-history-group.org. Email: alhgroupo@gmail.com or tel: 0115 920 0626 or write to:144 Surgeys Lane, Arnold, NG5 8GB Duke of Edinburgh Open Award Group - meet once a fortnight, Wednesdays 7pm-8.30pm at Rolls Royce Leisure, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Open to all ages from 13 ½ to 23 yrs. For more info Chris on 07906 312673.

Burton Joyce Senior Citizens’ Club - meeting on the first Tuesday of each month in the Old Church Hall, Main Street, Burton Joyce at 7pm except February and August when we have outings. We have a varied programme of talks & activities throughout the year. Visitors and new members always welcome. For more info call Rachel on 0115 931 2413 Ellenismos Greek Dancing - Monday evenings 8pm-9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New

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99 Year Old Gedling Resident Receives France’s Highest Honour Mr Sutton was formally presented with the award by the French Consul in the East Midlands, M. Jean-Claude Lafontaine, for his part in the liberation of France in the summer of 1944. His regiment, the North Somerset Yeomanry, one of the last horseback regiments who fought on horseback, played a large role in the liberation of France. The High Sherriff of Nottinghamshire and a representative from the French Consul presented Don Sutton with the Legion d’Honneur for his service to his country during the Second World War. The award, the highest honour the French can bestow, was presented to Mr Sutton who resides in Ravenshead at Gedling Borough Council’s Civic in May.

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If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to

others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone affected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who would like to meet with other women and men who have shared similar experiences. Meet 3rd Thursday monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115 8449484 or 07870 771326 or kymmiestroud@hotmail.com Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Tuesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com

ADHD - a support group for adults with ADHD. Meet 3rd Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115

982 2573 for more info. Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk Dyslexia Action, Nottingham - specialist tuition for literacy and numeracy for all ages. Full psychological assessments. Exam access arrangements. Awareness training for schools, colleges, work-based trainers and employers. Our Nottingham Office is based at 2 King Street, NG1 2AS. Please phone 0115 948 3849 for more information and a free consultation. Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-toface advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or call 07973 113 882 Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: eve@ frameworkha.org Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE to people with terminal illness & their carers. For a few hours each week, our trained volunteers visit people at home offering companionship & support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or email: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more info. Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Sam or Alison on 0115 962 1153 Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5pm - 7pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Just turn up.

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - MESH is Nottingham’s self help group for people with ME/CFS. We have socials & run weekly relaxation, gentle moves & breathing sessions. Some joint events with people who have fibromyalgia. Contact Richard on 0115 925 2586 or email: riedd@btinternet.com

Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - we support people with any type of arthritis. We meet last Friday of each month at Sherwood Community Centre from 11am - 1pm. For more info call Muriel Weisz on 0115 920 9100

Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by circumstances not by choice. http://

gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Patisserie Valerie at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177.

Hard of Hearing/Deaf - Hard of Hearing Social Group (2nd and 4th Friday, 10am-2pm), Social Night (1st and

3rd Thursday, 7pm till late) and lip-reading classes (days and evening). For further details phone 0115 970 0516, text 07817275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk Nottingham Breast Cancer Support Group - Meet on 3rd Tuesday of each month at Nottingham City Hospital in the main waiting room at the Breast Institute from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Our aim is to offer emotional, mutual and practical support to each other, partners, family and friends. For more info call Jackie Wheeler on 01949 20460.

Irish Community Cancer Group - self help group for people affected by cancer in the Irish community. Meet the last Wed of the month 10.30am - 12.30pm at Self Help Nottingham, NG1 2EG. For more info call 0115 911 1661

Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk

Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs

negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 958 4278 from 9am to 9pm.

Bariatric Support Group Nottingham - Nottingham’s first support group for those who are waiting for, or have had any type of bariatric surgery. Carers, friends and family welcome. We meet 2nd Tues of the month 7pm - 9pm at the Hyson Green Community Centre, 37a Gregory Boulevard, Hyson Green, NG7 6BE. For more infol: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm

Al_Anon - is a family group who meet twice weekly to give support to family & friends who have or are living with the stress

of alcoholics. The meetings take place at 25 Claremont St, Nottingham. Mon 7pm - 8.30pm & Fri 7.30pm - 9pm. For more info call 020 7403 0888 or visit: www.al_anonuk.org.uk

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Contact the Elderly - are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and

over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Interested in volunteering? Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info. Kings Money Advice Centre - offers free, impartial debt advice. Please go to www.k-mac.org.uk or phone 0115 920 7399. Carewatch in Nottingham - is a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. We are open weekdays from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers, bingo & party days. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, Nottingham, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959 Depression - group meeting every month in Arnold, also one to one meetings available, limited spaces available. To find out more or to book your place please call Roxanne on 07988 083224 or email: roxannefreeman@hotmail.com Coping with Anxiety - meet first & third Tuesday, 7pm til 9pm, monthly at Sherwood Community Centre, Mansfield Road, Sherwood. For more info call Albert Godfrey on 0115 967 9409 or email: albertgodfrey979@gmail.com Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help support group for those who have experienced the suicide of a family member or someone close. For more information call 0115 911 1661 (mon - fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led meetings are held in Nottingham on Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 Aching Arms - is a charity that brings comfort following the loss of a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly after. For more information visit www.achingarms.co.uk

Nottingham Counselling Service - not-for-profit service providing high quality affordable counselling for anyone

aged 16 & over in the Nottinghamshire area. Accredited services include individual, couples & employer assistance counselling. To find out more call 0115 950 1743 or email: info@nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk. Located at Unit 5, Victoria Centre, Kent St, NG1 3LZ. Open 9am-8pm weekdays. Minimal waiting times. Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire Ileostomy & Internal Pouch Support Group - a charity which is a self help group for people with these medical conditions. For more information please go to www.nottsandderbyia.org.uk Over The Rainbow Parkinsons Support Group - support for ANYONE affected by Parkinsons Disease. Our aims are to enjoy life & have fun. Monthly meeting with buffet lunch 11am - 1pm, 2nd Saturday at Southwell. Email: overtherainbowuk@gmal.com or call Sandra & Michael on 01636 812399 Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider. Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page)

Smile! Stop Hate Crime - raises awareness and tackles disability hate crime. People with learning disabilities should not have to put up with harrassment and violence. REPORT it to the police on 101. Nottingham Adult Sibling Group - do you have a brother or sister with life-long learning disability or autism? Would you like to meet others with similar experiences? Come along to our support group & gain information & support as a sibling. To register to attend the group visit www.sibs.org.uk Notts Peer to Peer Network - information for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire and their carers. Gateway Drop In, for mutual support, information, occasional outings and talks at St Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to 3.30pm. For more information contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661

Chernobyl Children’s Life Line (CCLL) Nottingham - providing respite care holidays for children from Belarus & Ukraine who are affected by the ongoing consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Interested? Tel: 01949 842383 or email: ccllnottm116@aol.com or visit: www.ccll.org.uk/nottingham

Dizzy Self Help Group - for anyone in Notts area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s meetings

are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers & for mutual support. Meet at The City Mission, Parliament St. For more info ring Jeff on 0115 8451360. Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption. Come along for a chat with our friendly adoption team between 6pm - 7.30pm at our West Bridgford office, 7 Colwick Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 5FR. For more info visit www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811 Recover from Separation & Divorce Course - an 8 week course starting soon to help anyone struggling with the effects of relationship breakdown. At a city centre location. Contact Judy or Phil on 0115 779 1315 or email: judy. collinge@gracechurchnottingham.org MS Society - Nottingham and District Branch Drop-in meeting, the 2nd Wednesday every month at Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. We meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS including carers and family. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or contact Doug for more information. Tel: 0115 966 3582 Breathe Easy Gedling - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. We meet the 2nd Tues each month from 1pm-3pm at the Scout Hut, Calverton Road, Arnold, NG5 8DP Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk

xy Vol. 2: la a G e h t f o Guardians s w ie v e R n in DJ Bur to Play It Aga “A movie about a racoon and a big talking tree. Really Marvel, you’ve gone too far now.” Sentiments like this were heard across the world in 2014 when Marvel Studios prepared to release their first truly cosmic adventure, Guardians of the Galaxy. Is it possible that the sequel could ever reach the galactic heights of the first film? Well at least we get a baby Groot out of it, no matter how this cosmic cookie crumbles. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 follows the crew of loveable rogues: Star Lord (Chris Pratt), Rocket Racoon (Bradley Cooper), Groot (Vin Diesel), Gamora (Zoe Saldana) and Drax the Destroyer (Dave Bausista) as they, well, guard the galaxy. And business is good. But when an eerily familiar brand of charm and vanity in the form of Ego (Kurt Russel) approaches the team claiming to be Star Lords long lost father, the Guardians’ smooth and easy going-ish lifestyle is bent to breaking point as the team must decide whether family is defined by blood or by actions. Each and every returning cast member gloriously slips straight back into their loveable roles. And with the origin of how the team formed now out of the way, the movie is allowed to dive straight into exploring and celebrating the quirky and funny dynamics that have formed within the team. From Drax’s pure glee in the face of utter chaos, to Star Lord and Rocket’s searing banter, it was just a genuine joy to be in the company of these outsiders once again. But, unlike the first movie, this film doesn’t seem to have any force or sense of urgency behind it. Instead we’re left floating through events with the team, and while there is no better company to be floating with, the plot needed more and higher stakes to actually get me to care about what was going on, instead of just going through the motions. One thing that never falters is the incredible soundtrack. Every song was used perfectly, never detracting from events on screen, but instead, heightening the moments they are used. Another aspect of Guardians 2 that is damn near perfect throughout is the CGI. Whether

we’re talking about how incredibly realistic Rocket Racoon looks in every frame or how the interstellar vistas and pupil dilating imagery always leaves jaws ajar; the work done in this ﬁlm is nothing less than a masterclass in the craft. Overall, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 isn’t the show stopping home run that the ﬁrst Guardians was. And while it probably won’t make quite the same shockwaves throughout popular culture, due to some “meh” inducing pacing and lack of momentum, I can’t deny that it was just great to be back with the team. The laughs are as side splitting as before and the characters somehow even more loveable. A space epic with heart. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2= 7/10 © Sam Burton (aged 19)

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Radcliffe on Trent Male Voice Choir

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Following the choir’s successful Spring Tour to Norwich, their next venture was to Market Rasen, where they entertained a small, but very appreciative audience. They were joined by the lovely Alicia Hill, a former member of the Cantamus Girls Choir, who provided a lovely contrast to the deep voices of the men! Their Singing Course attracted a good number of new men, who will hopefully remain with them. Musical Director, Paul Hayward took them back to basics – a beneﬁt for the old hands, as well as the new singers, arranging three new pieces for the ﬁrst course session, one sung in unison, a second in two parts and a third in four parts. The sessions were enjoyed by both old and new voices. On 1st July, RMVC are singing at St Mary’s, East Leake, and again have a soloist, Matthew Glendenning, to joining them. Matt studied at the Royal College of Music, as Chairman’s Scholar and Foundation Scholar. In 2015 he won a place on the London Symphony Orchestra Woodwind Academy, and became Nottingham Young Musician of the Year. For the latest information on the choir, please go to: www.radcliffeontrentmalevoicechoir.org

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Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit: www.gemconnection.org for more info or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome. Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Why not join Bestwood Male Voice Choir? Come to a rehearsal, no obligation or pressure, Tues from 7.30pm-9.30pm at Hucknall URC Church, Farleys Grove, NG15 6FG. For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied. Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets to play together on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. During the year we arrange concerts to support charities. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 standard or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis.sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details. Sherwood Chorus - is a friendly, relaxed group of people who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at the Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Please email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com to ensure up-todate details and for further information. Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available. Phone 0115 931 3965 or www.saturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www. lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing? Come and join us. Wednesdays 7.30pm 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www. carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook. com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - very warmly welcomes new members, all abilities. No auditions, no need to read music. Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Mon, 8-9.45pm, term time only. For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732. The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, well est. singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri, 7.15-7.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928. Trent Valley Singers -a friendly mixed choir. Meet Thurs 1.30-3.30pm at Burton Joyce Comm.Church Hall. We sing a varied programme from classical to show songs. No auditions. Ability to read music not required. Call Heather 0115 844 0872 or Marjorie 0115 931 3965. Kings Community Choir - every Mon 7.30pm-9pm (term time). Open to everyone, come along, have a sing & bring friends. Kings Centre, NG5 7JX or call 0115 967 9997. Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock RnB. Now on Tues 7pm-9pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959. www. yourcommunitychoir.com Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Saturdays 10am-11am. Eastwood Town Hall, 120 Nottingham Rd, NG16 3GD. For more info call Charlotte on 07581 020959. Lyrical soNGbirds - Small, friendly women’s choir for experienced or new singers. Currently have vacancies for sopranos & altos. Meet Tues 10am-12 (term time)Bramcote Methodist Church, NG9 3HB. Just turn up or call Viv 01159 332677/viviennehavery@aol.com

As the summer rolls on, Gem Connection will be seen out and about raising funds for the chorus with their very popular Teddy Tombola Stall which may be held at Summer fairs and events round your area. If you see them at your event, please help support them by trying your luck (with a prize every time) or by donating your cherished cuddly toys that are in need of a new home. Check their web site for more information about the chorus ; www.gemconnection.org

Carlton Male Voice Choir latest concerts... July 18th - Richard Herod Centre, Carlton July 29th - Gedling Road Methodist Church, Carlton Sept 16th - Fun Concert at Christ Church, Ironville

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A LITTLE BIT OCD? I’m on a one-woman crusade! What I really want is to make people think before they use the phrase “I’m a bit OCD like that” or “that’s totally my OCD side coming out”, meaning that they like tidiness and order. Many people like to be in neat tidy surroundings and find neatness and symmetry pleasing but that doesn’t mean that they have OCD. Nor would they wish to because as any sufferer of OCD can tell you, it is a recipe for a miserable and severely limited life. OCD stands for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and, as the name suggests, has two main components - the obsession side and then the corresponding compulsive behaviour side. It comes in a number of forms, mainly: • Checking – whether taps are off, doors are locked, etc. • Fears of germs and contamination. • Intrusive thoughts of a distressing nature. • Symmetry and order. When people think of OCD, they generally think of the sufferer with their cans and jars all neatly arranged in the cupboard, labels facing outward. But that is only the most visible symptom of the disorder. What gets completely missed are the distressing obsessive thoughts that cause the sufferer to spend hours and hours of their lives making their surroundings “just so” and the dire results they believe their failure to do so will cause. Most people will have had the experience of being just about ready to leave the house and then having to run back just to make sure they’ve unplugged the iron or switched the cooker off. They run

back, check all is ok and then continue with their daily business without giving it another thought. The person who suffers from checking OCD is unable to do that. Instead they are locked in a cycle of checking and rechecking, never able to trust their own judgement until the “ritual” has been performed to their satisfaction, restarting that ritual from the very beginning if it goes a fraction off-plan, often having a serious impact on their lives as a result. And the imagined result of their “failure” to check even worse – the death or destruction of their loved ones, of their home. One would hope that most people wash their hands after using a public toilet but imagine being so afraid of germs and contamination that even after you have washed your hands, they still don’t feel clean and already you can picture the germs swarming and multiplying on your skin and you believe the end result of your “unclean” hands will be that your family will get contaminated from the germs you brought home and will get sick and die. And that ultimately it just works out easier if you just avoid going out in the first place so that you are never in the situation where you need to use a public toilet or come into contact with germs left behind by others. These are just a few examples of the true distress that comes from suffering from an OCD illness – however, help is available if you feel your life is being ruined with such distressing and intrusive thoughts. Cognitive Behavioural Theory (CBT) has been proven to help sufferers retrain their thoughts away from such distressing compulsive thoughts. If this is you, why not give me a call and see if I can help?

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HIIT Circuit • 15-20 minutes’ total time (see how long you can last with maximum effort) • 4 minute rounds – within these 4 minutes you work flat out on each exercise for 20 seconds with a 10 second rest • Each 4-minute round should have 8 x 20 seconds of exercise.

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FEELING STIFF & STRUGGLING WITH ACHES AND PAINS EVERY DAY?  Do you struggle to move easily & it’s making you stressed?  Fed up of feeling stressed & tired all the time due to work & juggling family life?  Fed up with trying lots of different ways to get stronger & more flexible & none seem to work for you?

YES? YOU ARE NOT ALONE! Come to my FREE ‘MOVE MORE EASILY & BE LESS STRESSED’ Taster class AND:  Learn low impact exercises allowing you to FINALLY move without pain & stress.  Discover what you need to do so you are feeling less stressed, more flexible, stronger & enjoying life again.  Receive a checklist to follow enabling you to be more flexible and relieve stress, aches & pains, saving you time & money wasted on things that do not work for you! Claim your FREE ‘MOVE MORE EASILY & BE LESS STRESSED’ Taster class

CALL CLAIRE ON 07730 128556 OR TEXT ‘YES TASTER’ ONLY 20 SPACES AVAILABLE in Long Eaton & Woodthorpe in August “Thank you so much for the taster class, I enjoyed it very much. It has given me hope that I can improve the problems I have with my neck and back. I am looking for the chance to at long last get a bit fitter and will definitely be there next week!” Pip LE

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