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Well, we can’t really moan about this summer can we? Hot, hot, hot!!! We are definitely not complaining.
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In this edition, Tanya About Town gives us the low down on some great events taking place across the city during the autumn months. The fun really doesn’t have to end...
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Got some bananas going brown in the fruitbowl? Don’t chuck them, see our delicious recipes to use them up. Time seems to be flying this year and we need to remind you that the next edition will be the Christmas one... arghhhh. So if you have an event you want to promote please get in touch soon. Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah and Francine
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Secondly, gaining muscle tissue through lifting weights takes time, a long time, so lifting weights for six months is not going to turn you into the incredible hulk, but it will improve your health, body fat and general wellbeing. The topic of gaining muscle is a huge one to cover but we hope this has given you an outline that doing hours of just cardio to lose stubborn fat just isn’t enough. If improving all round general health is the main goal you need to build some muscle first, then let the muscle work for you when you come to reduce your body fat.
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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. Meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thurs every other month. Partners 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 5.30pm - 6.30pm 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 Edin’s, Broad Street 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. Heart Support Group - run by Nottingham City Primary Care Cardiac Service. Meet on first Wednesday each month from 2-4pm at Bakersfield Comm. Centre. Also groups in Clifton and Hyson Green. Contact cardiac team for more info on: 0115 883 4733 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 My Sight Notts - provides support & advice for people with sight loss including aids & equipment, IT support, sighted guides & befriending, peer support & social groups, arts & choir, sports & healthy lifestyle activities. For more info call 0115 9706 806 or email: info@mysightnotts.org.uk. 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 Clarendon 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 - If you want to make a difference to the lives of elderly people in your local community, why not
consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Tracy Parr on 01522 306565/07914 152679 or email: tracy.parr@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
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Arnold Market Officially Under New Management
Gedling Borough Council has completed the acquisition of Arnold Market. The council is now managing the market with immediate effect. The council's future plans for the market will include improving its appearance, increasing the use for community events and activities and working with market traders to widen and increase the choice of goods and services. Consultation on the long term improvements will begin soon and the council has launched a new page on its website, dedicated to the market.
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The topic of Nottinghamshire Neighbourhood Watch’s 2018 Conference and AGM was “Connect 2 Protect”. It was based on the Mansfield and Ashfield scheme, which aims to strengthen and develop existing community structures, connection and engagement. The main aim of the conference was to constitute a holistic approach to a changing landscape of crime. This collaborative perspective towards crime was conferred by Nottingham’s Police and Crime Commissioner, Paddy Tipping, police Deputy Chief Constable, Rachel Barber; Stuart Wright, the project lead for “Connect 2 Protect”; as well as Peter Moyes representing ‘Lifeskills Education’ and Sajid Mohammed from ‘Nottingham Citizens’. The speakers voiced their opinions on the importance of moving from a crime focused to a wider social inclusion approach. The panel discussed with delegates of Neighbourhood Watch their confidence with the police, the impact of social conditions and poverty to crime, the nature of crime like knife and hate crime in Nottingham, and the actions taken after reporting crime. There was a consensus among the speakers which emphasised a need for improvement to the structures of communications from and between the police, Neighbourhood Watch, community organisers and the public; changes needed to bring communities back to collaborative ideals. The conference was also joined by representatives from Nottinghamshire Community Organisers ‘Age Friendly’, ‘Good Vibes, and ‘Victim Care’.
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e’ve enjoyed a spectacular summer which has been just perfect for everything from outdoor festivals to open air theatre, but as the nights draw in it’s time to swap those t-shirts for woolly jumpers. I love cosying up on an Autumn night, but with so much going on in Nottinghamshire it’s time to wrap up and head out.
You can’t beat the sights, sounds and smells of the Goose Fair. One of Europe’s largest travelling fairs, it dates back over 700 years. Visitors can enjoy more than 500 attractions when it returns from 3 - 7 October. The weather can’t dampen the spirits (or the 1000 real ales and 200 ciders) at this year’s Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival as it moves to its new indoor home of the Motorpoint Arena (17 - 20 October) and of course Nottingham’s best loved free fireworks display is back at the Forest Recreation Ground (5 November) Prepare to be spooked in the run up to Halloween this October. Not for the faint hearted, join the Original Nottingham Ghost Walk for an exclusive tour of the fantastic old Nottingham Arts Theatre. Hear the chilling tales of the site as well as discovering the labyrinthine back stage area (8 & 29 October). A brand new stage adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic novel, Dracula, is brought to life in a contemporary interpretation at the Theatre Royal (9 - 13 October) completely reimagined by a world-class creative team from London’s West End, discover the gothic thriller that started them all. Mayhem Film Festival returns to Broadway Cinema (11 -14 October) with premieres, previews, special guests and midnight screenings, the festival showcases the best in horror, sci-fi and cult cinema. Want to
get more involved? Join Hart’s Restaurant for an evening of murder, mystery and suspense. Work out ‘whodunit’ at a British Bake-off themed night. There’s a killer in the marquee, can you guess who? (26 October) Speaking of food, there’s plenty going on for foodies. Join the fungi foray at Sherwood Pines (3 October) or learn all about foraging and wild food cookery with the School of Artisan Food in Welbeck (6,27,28 October/1 November). TV Chef James Martin brings his legendary cooking skills to the Theatre Royal (10 October) and Southwell celebrates the origins of the Bramley apple with its festival (20 October). Want to know what to wash all that food down with? Join Notts/Derby Wine School at St James Hotel (28 October) for Nottingham’s very first wine festival. An opportunity to try and buy wines from all around the globe. There’s a heavy dose of nostalgia musically for the latter part of the year. Some of the leading stars of the 80’s join together at the Motorpoint Arena (27 October) for the Stepback! Concert and Culture Club pay a visit (9 November). Over at the Royal Concert Hall you’ll find The Proclaimers (16 October), Rick Astley (12/13 November) and Deacon Blue (28 November). We can almost see Christmas from the end of November. Festivities kick off with Nativity The Musical at the Theatre Royal (21 - 25 November) closely followed by Patchings Arts Centre’s Christmas market (23 - 25 November), Winterfest Arts & Crafts Fair at Thoresby Park (24 - 25 November) and Nottingham Playhouse launch their 2018 pantomime, Robin Hood & The Babes in the Wood on 30 November. Doesn’t the year go fast when you’re having fun!
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Back in May, The Old Labray School in Calverton was filled with Scouts, Rainbows, and other local community groups, after they had paraded around Calverton. This year’s Get Together theme was ‘A Royal Wedding’, continuing the celebrations of newly appointed Duke and Duchess of Sussex. Gedling Borough Council’s Deputy Mayor, Barbra Miller, officially opened the Village Get Together. Barbra was then presented with a bouquet of flowers, from this year’s May Queen, Neave Kielty. Neave had always dreamt of becoming the May Queen, and this year her dream came true, however, unfortunately for Neave, this was dampened with the news that her baby nephew, Oliver, was diagnosed with a brain tumour, and is currently undergoing treatment. Oliver was at the Get Together, in support of Neave, who wore a wonderful grey dress, in support of brain tumour awareness and for their ‘Go Grey For May’ event. The Village Get Together set up a stall, in order to raise money for the brain tumour awareness charity. Throughout the day, there was an abundance of music, fun and excitement, accompanying the sunshine. To end the event, there was a foam party, which was thoroughly enjoyed by the children! The Calverton Village Get Together would like to thank all event sponsors, and everyone who gave up their time to organise the day. Article written by, and photographs taken by Edward Vickers, of Edward’s Photography. You can find more photos at: https:// edwardsphotographyuk.weebly.com/
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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.
Burton Joyce and Bulcote W.I - meet on 2nd Thursday every month at 7pm in Burton Joyce Village Hall. Visitors 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. 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. Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ professional/business single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 7.30pm -10.30pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www. nottinghamroundabout.co.uk 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 960 6570 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.egyptology-ssae.org 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 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 - is a small, friendly walking club for single people born in the 50s & 60s. We walk in the local area on Sundays & sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more info visit www.bootlacebuddies.org or call 0115 958 1897 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
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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 845 3601 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 outdoors in fine weather and work indoors in winter. 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 Branch British Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Doors open 7pm 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 Museum - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Sat Sept. 22 at 2pm in The Mechanics, North Sherwood St. For details of further meetings: Janet: 0115 922 1734 or janetlievesley@gmail.com 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. Visit for details: www.woodthorpehuffersandpuffers.co.uk
NG14 Community Diary cont..... Lowdham Whist Drive - every Saturday from 7.30pm at Lowdham W.I Hall, NG14 7AB. £3 includes refreshments and
raffle. All welcome. For more info call David and Joan - 0115 966 3227
Nottingham Wayfarers’ Rambling Club - New members welcome to join our Sunday walks, usually into the Peak District,
but other areas too. We often offer 3 different walks to suit all abilities. For more detail contact John on 01623 469427 or see our website: www.nottinghamwayfarers.com Get Going In Gedling - provides volunteer-led short health walks most days of the week. If you enjoy walking and 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.
Gedling Climate Change Group - we are a group of people from all walks of life with one thing in common, we want to make a change! We organise events, share resources & meet regularly to inform, explain & campaign about climate change. To get in touch please email: gedlingccg@gmail.com or join our online community on facebook.
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 Arnold Methodist Church, 54 Front St, Arnold, NG5 7EL. Details: www.arnold-historygroup.org. Email: alhgroupo@gmail.com or tel: 0115 920 0626 or write to:144 Surgeys Lane, Arnold, NG5 8GB Interested in Clocks, Watches & Horology - get involved in the work of the BHI Museum based at the home of the British Horological Institute in Upton nr Southwell. Free entry to museum events, regular newsletters & opportunities to get involved in museum projects & volunteering. New members welcome. £25 annual membership. Please call or email for details: bhimuseum@bhi.co.uk or 01636 817 601 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. Ellenismos Greek Dancing - Monday evenings 8pm-9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New members welcome, call Margaret on 01332 391608 or email: m.beedham@ntlworld.com Phoenix Friendship Clubs, Nottingham Locksley - Tues evening is DANCE NIGHT. Put your glad rags on and join us. Have fun and keep fit. Entry £3.50. Try for 3 weeks then if you like it, annual membership £5, then £3 per week. At Oakleigh Lodge, 1 Highbury Rd, NG6 9DD. For more info: Arthur 07775 725670 or Trish 07816 216418. EVERYONE WELCOME Notts LGBT+ Network - gay, lesbian, bi, trans? For information and support on groups, pubs, meeting people, legal issues, coming out, health or just need to talk, contact us on 0115 934 8485 (Monday to Friday 7pm - 9.15pm) or email: info@nottslgbt.com or text 07481 344040
The Nottingham Mechanics - . 3 North Sherwood St, Nottingham, NG1 4EZ. A centre for everyone. Meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. A host of groups to join including music, Writers’ Club, Poetry Society, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. Now rated 4* on google. For membership details contact: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 Bishops Eight Square Dance Club - for people who want to make new friends, have some fun, take gentle exercise and learn how to square dance. We meet every Thursday at The Old School, Cropwell Bishop at 7.30pm. For more info call Kath - 01949 860843 Calverton Cricket Club - welcomes players and juniors (age 14+) to outdoor practice. Every Thurs 6-8pm (weather permitting). At Calverton Cricket Club, The Rookery, Woodls Lane, Main St, Calverton. Contact Richard Lee 077344 11010 or Scott Andrew 07965 4539402 Nottingham Folk Dance Group - meets Tues at .7.15pm at Lambley Village Hall, Lambley Primary School, Catfoot Ln, Lambley, NG4 4QF. New members, singles & couples welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Mary Hill: 0115 967 3878 or visit www.nfdg.org.uk Nottinghack - a place where you can make anything. Free open evening 6.30-9.30pm every Wed at Unit F6, BizSpace, Roden House Business Centre, Nottingham, NG3 1JH. For more info visit: www.nottinghack.org.uk Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Tuesday 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 Age UK Notts “Older Lesbian Network” - provides opportunities for older lesbians aged 55+ to meet informally at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ approx. every 2 months for networking, sharing and social activities. For further information please call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@ageuknotts.org.uk Erewash Valley Wood Turners Association - meet 2nd Wednesday everty month at Greasley St Mary’s Church Hall, NG16 2AB. For more info visit www.evwa.org.uk Age UK Notts “Silver Pride” - a social group for older gay and bi-men. Offering a range of social
activities, walks, discussions etc. Meeting at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ. 2-4pm on 1st Friday of month. Cost £1. For further information please call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@ageuknotts.org.uk Sunday Assembly - are you non-religious but would enjoy being part of a friendly community that celebrates the one life we know we have? Different topics every month. Why not join us on the 1st Sun monthly -11am-12noon at The Canalhouse, Canal St, Nottingham.
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CALVERTON & WOODBOROUGH PC 2280 Whild PCSO 8248 Kennedy PCSO 4764 Szeluk Tel: 101 ext: 853 4161 Email: gedling.northnpa@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk BURTON JOYCE PC Nicholas Spence (3014) Tel: 07525 226444 PCSO James Lievesley (8907) Tel: 07525 226777 Tel: 101 ext: 811 6668 Email: gedling.southnpa@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk LOWDHAM PC Gary Sipson (3116) Tel: 07525 226575 PCSO Charlotte Appleby (4678) Tel: 07595 009276 PCSO Liam Batey (4683) Tel: 07525 226758 Tel: 101 ext: 856 3370 Email: sherwoodsnt@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk
from your Neighbourhood Beat Team.... From banking to shopping, socialising to entertainment, the internet is an exciting feature of many of our daily lives. However, it can also be a playground for criminal activity. Your personal data is very valuable so follow this advice to help protect yourself when online. Keep safe online this autumn Regularly change your account and Wi-Fi connection passwords and don’t share these. They should be made up of a mix of letters, numbers and punctuation with a different password for each account. Never share your personal data such as bank details, identity details, passwords or where you live with anyone that you don’t know or can’t verify their details. Ensure that your computer antivirus and firewall software are kept up-to-date and enabled at all times. Take regular back- ups of important files to an external hard drive. It’s important this isn’t connected to your computer as any malware infection could spread to that too. Check the companies you are dealing with are genuine. Don’t download attachments or click links to web pages within spam emails as these often contain viruses. Make sure your connection is secure when making online purchases by looking for the padlock icon at the top or bottom of the internet browser or that the web address begins with ‘https’.
Find your Safer Neighbourhoods team by entering your postcode on the homepage of www. nottinghamshire.police.uk
Hold on to your handset Whatever you use your phone for, be it to keep in touch with family and friends, for taking photos and videos, using social media, or for business purposes, you won’t want to lose your phone numbers and other data stored inside. Securing your phone Never leave your phone unattended. If you have to leave it, make sure it’s secure, out of sight and can’t be heard. Don’t draw attention to your phone by leaving it on view on tables in pubs, cafes and restaurants. A tactic used by thieves is to place newspapers or other items over the phone and scoop it up. They sometimes distract phone owners by asking for directions and taking the phone when they are not looking. Don’t leave your phone unattended in coat pockets or bags. If your phone is stolen - report it to the police immediately. Tell them your IMEI number, if you have any tracking apps installed or any markings on your phone. Tell your insurer and service provider too. For more crime prevention information please visit our website: http://www.nottinghamshire.police. uk/advice
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A New Challenge For Me by Helen Jones I have been volunteering independently with various local schools for a number of years – in our line of business we see the talent coming through and are well aware of what employers are looking for. As a mother of four (now adult) children who have also gone through the state system of education I’ve always been mindful of where the shortfalls are. That said, in my experience our local schools do a wonderful job in supporting their students with the limited resources (time and financial) that they have. Recently my role has been formalised and I have been appointed Enterprise Advisor working exclusively with a local secondary school to develop a careers strategy and help them implement it. The school in question faces many challenges but are motivated and dedicated to making this difference. Whilst their focus has to be mainly on academic achievement there are all sorts of young people at this school with varied levels of ambition. And this is what we need to build on. There is nothing more satisfying than helping a student who does not come from an academic background realise that with the right advice and guidance becoming an architect or a doctor is achievable with hard work. We need to give all young adults the correct tools to fulfil their potential. One student said to me “ but Miss I just want to be a bricklayer like my Dad” and I felt sorry that he thought that was somehow not enough. We need bricklayers – otherwise where would we all live? We are all talented and skilled in some way and giving them a sense of worth and aiming to be the best they can possibly be is enough. We have set up career focus groups for every year within the school where we bring students together – not necessarily in friendship groups – just to chat about what they think about the future. Both the school and myself are keen not to preach to the students. Sometimes we have a lot to learn from them too. If you feel this is something you would like to participate in please get in touch. There are many mentoring schemes out there and maybe I can help you find the one that’s right for you. hjones@solosconsultants.co.uk
It’s expected that Karen will join Gedling Borough Council at the start of November.
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2. Consider British shellfish - We are an island nation so it should come as a bit of a no-brainer to look to the water that surrounds us for sustainable food sources, but we are missing a trick in a big way. Many of the farmed fish species come with as many environmental issues as factory farming (I urge you to look into salmon farming) and most fishing practices are major contributors to marine plastics and pollution. On the other hand, bivalves (oysters, mussels and clams) are amongst the most sustainable. Oysters, mussels and clams come with the added environmental advantage of cleaning the water around them. Yes, you are reading that correctly, they filter the water in which they grow, depositing impurities in silt and removing it from the water. Just ensure you are buying British. 3. Eat more British beans - A few years ago, the East Anglia Food Link asked an important question: Could Norwich feed itself? To cut a very long story short, they figured out the only sustainable way to feed a city, with produce grown around it, is to introduce more beans to peoples' diets. Beans are a good protein source, grow vertically, therefore, needing less space and they fix nitrogen, meaning they do their share for the environment.
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Buying local is a great alternative, however there is a slight catch. If the local farmer, whose produce you are purchasing, is heavy on the use of chemicals (fertilisers Don’t&expect pesticides), it could potentially have a greater environmental impact than shipping the product from a different country. The best option is to buy organic or if that is cost prohibitive, then speak to the farmer. Many of the smaller farms cannot afford the organic certification but they may also not be able to afford the chemicals, spraying crops only if they really have to.
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90g golden syrup 135g butter 50g brown sugar 230/250g rolled oats 1 tsp cinnamon 250g (about 3) ripe bananas 100g dried fruit (I use cranberries) 30g cacao nibs/choc chips (optional) Method: Heat oven to 180°C. Line a 23cm square tin. In a saucepan, melt golden syrup, butter and sugar gently until all dissolved. Put oats and cinnamon in a bowl. Mash bananas in another bowl. Pour the melted ingredients into the oats and mix well. Add the bananas, fruit and cacao nibs (if using). I start with 230g of oats and add more at the end if the mixture looks too runny. Tip into the tin, smooth over and bake for 25 mins or until golden brown. Leave to cool in the tin and then cut into squares. Store in an airtight tin and they should last a few days - unless you live in my house!
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The Toilet Seat Tale
What is it with holiday accommodation and toilets? Wherever in the world we go, we seem to have issues with the toilet! Honestly... is it just me???
And why is it that wherever you stay – even the most luxurious cottage with a sea view and all mod cons – you can never figure out how to use the oven??
Norfolk – static caravan. Gary sat on the seat and cracked it in half. Two days of the holiday spent sourcing a new one. Quite a challenge finding a peach toilet seat circa 1950’s.
Rant over. I am currently sitting in a lovely pub garden sipping fizz in the sunshine. We’re about to drive back to our amazing holiday accommodation where the telly works, there’s a really comfy bed, a fully stocked fridge and you don’t need a degree in engineering to work the oven. Crucially the mugs are the size of buckets and the toilet seats are rock solid! Best of all you even get your post delivered...
Morocco – hotel in Fez. The toilet was so close to the sink that you had to sit “side saddle” in order to even use it. Not a great time to get dysentery... Spain - 5 star house in Mijas to celebrate my 50th. The owner forgot to mention that a problem with the plumbing meant using a bin for toilet paper...like being back in Greece in the 1980’s. New York – Brooklyn brownstone. Amazing place but every time you sat on the toilet seat it slid forward and you felt like you were about to launch into oblivion like Eddie the Eagle. Barcelona – bathroom the size of a small semi. Yes you’ve guessed it. The seat simply did not fit the toilet. No matter how much you carefully adjusted it and tentatively perched your derrier you inevitably slipped and had to grab the loo roll holder to save the day. Don’t get me wrong, I love going away, but with age comes expectation. It’s the little things like the size of cups when you are staying somewhere abroad. Why are they always dolls house size?
Remember folks “holiday” is really just a state of mind.
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• Have a budget - like you would if you went away. • No cleaning. • No checking work emails/messages. • Eat lovely food - either cook something different or go out. • Go out for day trips - there are probably loads of lovely places nearby that you haven‛t seen. • Visit Lidl - with all the wierd brands you feel like you are in a supermarket abroad. • Be kind to yourself • Don‛t follow your normal routine. Mix it up a bit. • Act like you‛re on holiday. It works!!! © Ali Wale
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Chelsea Flowers? by Bob Massey
As I write this, Floralands on Catfoot Lane has just reopened under new management. This latest relaunch is the continuation of a long history on the site which has provided good quality farm and nursery produce for over 140 years. The land that is now occupied by Floralands was taken over in 1882 by a 27 year old nurseryman from Wimbledon called William Charles Wicks. This young gardener had trained at Veitchs Royal Exotic Nursery in Chelsea. James Veitch, a third generation gardener and nurseryman from Exeter, acquired the Exotic Nursery in 1853. Under Veitch’s guidance it became the largest of its kind in Europe, introducing new plants from all over the world. James became a member of the Royal Horticultural Society Council and formed the Fruit and Floral Committees. He was the main driving force behind the formation of the Chelsea Flower Show. He and his company became very influential in horticultural circles. William Wicks was therefore trained by the best at the time. After he completed his tuition, William moved to Nottingham to put down his own roots and branch out on his own (so to speak). He opened a florists shop in Mapperley. William met a girl from Staffordshire, Elizabeth Cartwright, who had moved to Nottingham from Kingswinford. In the summer of 1880 they were married at St Mary’s Church in Nottingham and set up home at 8 Blyth Street in Mapperley.
Veitch’s establishment. William’s business introduced many new plants and flowers into Nottingham. As his business expanded he moved house so that by 1991 he was living round the corner at 43 Quarnby Road in Mapperley. The business prospered over the years and his nursery expanded until he had some 38 acres under cultivation. He also moved house again to a larger site at 9 St Judes Avenue. William was a prominent member of the Nottingham Horticultural Society and consistently won many of the top prizes for the flowers sections over the years. His services and flower displays were greatly sought after for major functions and civic occasions. As William’s business blossomed (pun intended!), he expanded by opening florist shops in Nottingham at Bridlesmith Gate and St Peters Gate, Musters Road in West Bridgford and Mansfield Road, as well as Mapperley. He also became very well established, trading at the old central market in the city where he personally attended his stall for many years. Elizabeth and William had three boys; Charles, born 1883; William, born 1884 and George, born 1891. Ultimately all the boys entered the family business taking over from their father when he retired. The couple also had five girls; Hilda, born 1885; Florence, born 1887; Evelyn, born 1887; Alice, born 1897 and Dorothy, born 1899. This was very much a family firm, one that continued for several generations, providing plants and flowers to the Nottingham area, many people had Wicks to thank for their beautiful gardens...
In 1882 William acquired some farm land on Catfoot Lane, Lambley. Here he set up his own nursery that he operated based on his experiences gained while at
I am researching the history of Mapperley and would be very pleased to hear from anyone with more details or information. Email: bob.m.massey@gmail. com or post via NG5 magazine.
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redibles 2 c n I : s w ie v Bur tonRe nion Family Reu Better late than never. After 14 long years of waiting for the sequel to Pixar’s Incredibles, those who loved the original are now fully functioning adults (hopefully). Meanwhile a whole new generation of kids may not even know who this red spandexwearing super-family even is (unless they have really cool parents). Incredibles 2 begins right where the original left off, literally, almost to the very second. But that also means that this animated world still has a major grudge against the superhero community, and having a family of supers randomly pop-up doesn’t quite sit right. That is, until a rich fanboy approaches the family with a plan to get superheroes legalised once again. But is all this too good to be true? With the real-world 14 year gap between movies, the most striking part of this film is the astronomical leap in the technology used to bring the film to life. Animated superhero shenanigans have never looked so good. From beautiful sunset landscapes punctuating a high speed motorbike chase full of explosions and near death feats, to simply seeing a character blow-dry their too-real-looking hair, every frame is animated to perfection. The action sequences have also had a significant upgrade for this film. The action in this movie is insane. Super powers are used creatively in ways we haven’t seen from these characters before, and the general chaos caused by these clashing titans is a wonder to witness, making every set piece feel like a standout. Outside of the technical work however, we start to run into some problems. Waiting for this superfamily to finally team up and kick some ass was par for the course in the original movie, so that means in the sequel, team-up action is all we’ll get, right? Well, not so much. Incredibles 2’s plot takes the strange decision to split the family up almost instantly, creating two very different plot lines and making us wait once again for the family feats of heroism. As if the 14 year wait wasn’t long enough!
While both plots on their own are well told and expertly animated pieces, one being an awesome traditional superhero tale and the other an hilarious family sitcom featuring scene-stealer Jack Jack, together they never truly gel. Just as you get used to the hilarious family-dynamic with super powers, you are hurled right back into the conventional super hero action movie. The absence of a cohesive story makes the film feel lacking by the end credits. Overall, Incredibles 2 is a great film. Technologically speaking it is a tour de force. The exhilarating action sequences are up there with ones from Captain America and Ironman. There are two amazingly written storylines that make your sides split from laughing and excite in equal measure, making this a great Pixar film. But wonky pacing and splitting up characters that we’ve waited so long to see together, stops this sequel from being one of the best. Incredibles 2 = 8/10 © Sam Burton (aged 21)
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8th Sept 2018 12pm-6pm
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at Hedley Villas Park , Sherwood Rise NG7 7BN Live music on two stages, spoken word stage, food stalls, craft stalls and lots of kids activities. Free entry.
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YesterYear
a small a cappella singing group (12 males) are seeking a couple of ‘first tenors’ to further our ambitions in 2019. Rehearsal details are on the opposite page. We are a sociable group established 13 years ago. Please visit us or contact Chris Nixon at: cccnixon@ aol.com or Rob Botham at: robbotham@tiscali.co.uk for more details. We look forward to hearing/seeing you soon.
EASTWOOD COLLIERIES’ MALE VOICE CHOIR
Come & Sing! with the Ruddington & District Choral Society Singing of any kind simply makes you feel good! We are currently accepting new members. No auditions necessary. Rehearsals on Monday, beg. September for the autumn term at St Peter’s School, Ruddington (7.15 – 9.15pm). For further details ring: 0115 9211451, email enquiries@ruddingtonchoral.com or visit: www.ruddingtonchoral. com
Saturday 15 September – St Mary’s Church, Eastwood. Tickets on sale from 6 August Friday 12 October – St Luke’s Church, Loscoe, with Howitt Primary School Choir Saturday 20 October – Brinsley Parish Hall. Concert to commemorate the end of WW1. Sunday 4 November – St Mary’s Church, Eastwood with Leigh Orpheus Male Voice Choir, from Essex. Tickets on sale from 15 September. ECMVC are recruiting new members and there are leaflets and more info on the Facebook page and website to help those thinking of giving choir membership a go. Come along and have a listen at one of the practice nights – every Tuesday at St Mary’s Church, Eastwood, 7-9pm - or call 07802 758223 for a chat. Email secretary@ecmvc.org; call 07802 758223; visit the website www.ecmvc.org; Facebook page facebook.com/ecmvc.
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 7.45pm-9.45pm at Bestwood Village Comm Ctre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. 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 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 - 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, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com for up-to-date details and further info. 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 2157 or www.thesaturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - 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. Wed 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 - 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. New term commences Sept 3rd. 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. Tuesday 6pm-7pm. 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 Heather - 07941 121091 or email: heather@ng7.org.uk Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers - If you enjoy singing and would like to join us please get in touch on 01773 780192. Nottingham Clarion Choir - a welcoming & inclusive choir, campaigning through international song for justice, peace & freedom. No auditions! We practice Sundays-7.30-9.30pm. For more info: www. nottinghamclarionchoir.net Just Sing! - Ladies community choir. Traditional, pop, musical theatre, folk. Cheaper than therapy! Tues, term-time at 7.30pm at St Swithuns Church, Woodborough. For more info call Cate 07717 582507/cate. actually@gmail.com. Open Voices - choirs especially suitable for adults with learning difficulties. Beeston (Tues), West Bridgford (Tues) & Sherwood (Fri). 10am - 12 noon. For more info call Music for Everyone on 0115 958 9312 or email: gemma@music-for-everyone.org Nottinghamshire Rock Choir - Rock Choirs are run in West Bridgford, Beeston and Rainworth all on different days/times. We are always looking for new members, if you love to sing then come and join! No need to audition or read music. Visit www.rockchoir.com for more info and to sign up for a Free taster session. Torkard Ensemble - Community music group in Hucknall, we have an instrumental group (grade 5 standard & above) & a choir. We make beautiful music & raise money for local charities through concerts. We are always looking for new members, but are particularly interested in hearing from tenor and bass singers. Contact us at: jen.beaumont@ hotmail.co.uk
Carrington Triangle Folk Club - meet every Wednesday 8.30pm at the Gladstone NG5 2AW. All singers,
acoustic musicians, poets & listeners are very welcome. For more info call Martin and Marion 0115 9552935 carringtontriangle.org.uk
The Rise - community singing group. No auditions, beginners welcome. Thursdays, 7.30pm-9pm. Federation
House, Claremont Rd, NG5 1BH. £3.50 (£1.50 concessions) per wk. First session free. For more info call Angela: 07981885013 or facebook.com/Sherwood Rise
YesterYear - a small a cappella singing group, rehearse weekly from 7.15pm-9.15pm on 1st & 3rd Thurs
monthly in St Mary’s Church, Long Eaton, 2nd Thurs in St Luke’s Church, Loscoe & 4th Thurs in Derby. For more info contact Chris Nixon:cccnixon@aol.com or Rob Botham: robbotham@tiscali.co.uk
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We are looking for new members to join our children’s choir and drama group. We meet Tuesday evenings at St James Church in Brinsley. If you love to sing and act drop Charlotte a message to book a free trial. Our term starts Tuesday 4th September. Ages 5 -16.
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The Saturday Singers
Rehearsals for our autumn season start on Saturday 1 September. We sing a variety of music - pop, rock, musicals, classical, from Adele to Wagner. New members are always welcome and no experience is necessary. You don't need to be able to read music and there's no audition. We meet at 9:45am every Saturday at the Masonic Hall on Goldsmith Street, handy for the Theatre Royal tram stop! Come and join us to have fun making music and friends.
Nottingham Youth Orchestra
Joining Nottingham Youth Orchestra may be easier than you think!
Nottingham Youth Orchestra is offering FREE taster sessions for youngsters aged 8-18 who may be considering joining one of their friendly orchestras: Training, Intermediate or Senior. In particular all three orchestras are looking for brass, and lower string players (viola, cello, bass), but are happy for any young instrumentalist to apply. Taster Sessions will be held in September at the Becket School, West Bridgford during rehearsals on Thursday evenings by appointment. If you know a youngster who would like to play their instrument with NYO, please send their full details (student’s full name, dob, school, school year, home address, instrument, teacher, latest music exam results, parent/carer email address and contact telephone number) to: administrator@nottinghamyouthorchestra. org or alternatively post to: Paula Watt, White Cottage, Main Street, Morton, Notts NG25 0UT For more information about Nottingham Youth Orchestra visit www. nottinghamyouthorchestra.org
Musicians Extend The Band For A Night ‘What a great band – and what an amazing sound!’ said Nottingham Concert Band’s Conductor and Music Director, Robert Parker after steering 75 musicians through a special ‘Open Rehearsal’ in July. Covering woodwind, brass and percussion sections, the attendees comprised the regular members of Nottingham Concert Band supplemented by a number of invited guests. The event took place at Jesse Gray School in West Bridgford, the band’s weekly rehearsal venue, with Robert Parker and Associate Conductor Ashley Parnell leading the players through five pieces specially chosen for the occasion ending with a run-through of New York: 1927, an exuberant musical landscape by Warren Barker. Founded in 1991, Nottingham Concert Band comprises 60+ regular members and performs all over the area. Enquiries about membership and events are always welcome: call Jeff on 01949 860126 or e-mail music@nottinghamconcertband.org. Visit our Facebook page or www.nottinghamconcertband.org
Mirabilé Vocal Ensemble are performing a concert at 6pm on Sunday 14th October at the Queen Elizabeth School in Mansfield – a mix of light classical and contemporary music. We are also recruiting for a couple of new singers – We rehearse in West Bridgford, Nottingham, on Monday evenings, from 8-10.00pm. For enquiries or audition details please contact join_us@mirabile.org.uk or phone 07860930642.
Fatherly Faux Pa 's - part 1 A friend of mine recently became a dad for the first time and once he climbed out of the bunker of paternity leave it really struck me how quickly time flies. It seems only yesterday that my two were babes in arms, dependant on us for everything when we were knee deep in nappies and onesie’s. It struck me how encountering a new parent is like watching a war movie. You know the scene, the new recruit joins up with his regiment on the front line for the first time full of optimism and youthful vigour, asking where the enemy is. He’s met with silence by the grizzled veterans, each with a five o’clock shadow you could light a match on. Between the silence someone takes a long drag on a cigarette and mutters: ‘kid, you don’t know nuthin’. And how could we know anything? There’s no instructions, just an industry of baby books and advice from friends and family. Not to mention the occasional unwanted insight from random people who think it’s great to tell you how to raise your child. So far, I think we’re doing okay. There’s been up’s and down’s. We’ve got plenty wrong and plenty right, and somehow we’re muddling through. I’ve noticed that we’ve made one fantastic faux pa year on year, which I will share should anyone need to take some unwanted advice. I was really looking forward to sharing some of my interests with my kids, where you create a strong bond that will define your relationship. Not in a pushy way, I’m not going to force my children to share my interests, but it happens through a sort of osmosis. In the last few years my son has variously liked Star Wars, Harry Potter, computer games, toy soldiers, football and now superheroes. This is great, I’m super happy about this. But what we forget every time is that ‘OH MY GOD, MY KIDS ARE OBSESSED!’ They never stop talking about a subject they’re into. Once they start you just have to grit your teeth and strap yourself in because they aren’t going to let this go for a while. On a long car journey talking about Star Wars? Good luck, you’re going to have to explain every plotline and character and then be told why you’re wrong by someone who thinks Jar Jar Binks is the funniest thing in the galaxy.
Planning on watching a football match? You might as well put it on mute for 90 minutes as the miniature John Motson pulls out stat after stat whilst telling you just what the problem with VAR is (even though you’re pretty sure he’s just repeating what Alan Shearer said at half-time). There isn’t a subject your kids can’t put you off. But it’s brilliant, funny and insightful to see how they absorb information and understand it whilst simultaneously having no social awareness of how annoying it can be. My favourite was when my son (not yet ten) calmly asked me why the sword Anduril was renamed after it was reforged from the shards of Narsil (an obvious question for all the dad’s who love The Lord of The Rings right?!). I had no response, so he kept asking. And kept asking. And. Kept. Asking. Until I lost the will to live. I was tempted to put him on a one way flight to New Zealand to ask Peter Jackson. So here’s my advice for new dad’s. Take advice from where you need it. Enjoy the ups, learn from the downs. And for God’s sake, don’t let your kids near your hobbies!
Edging into my forties, I’m a wrangler of two young children who are either going to keep me eternally young or drive me to an early grave. I’ll be sharing some of my experiences of parenthood and my terrible attempts at staying relevant!
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NG14 KIDS DIARY
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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 Old School Building, Chestnut Grove, Burton Joyce, NG4 5DP. 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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Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - Sat 15 September 2pm - 4pm at Arnold Hill Academy, Gedling Rd, Arnold, NG5 6NZ. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.
Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in Daybrook Baptist Church, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, Wed - 6.15-8pm. Visit our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or 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. Mon & Fri’s 6.30pm-7.30pm from April-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 hot drinks for adults. For more information please contact Jen on 0115 931 4420. Calverton And Bingham Swimming Club - offer lessons at Calverton & training sessions most weekdays at Calverton, Bingham, Southwell, Cotgrave or Portland depending on ability & space. For 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 Drill, flying, sports, adventure training, -Duke of Edinburgh, & much more. 2nd12-17yrs. Arnold Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers Beavers 6.30-7.45BTECs Fri | Cubs Panther GrpTel: 0115 940 4308 7-8.30pm Tues | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri.
- St9865/0787505 Wilfrid’s Church, Calverton. For U5’s. Tuesday Little Wilf’s Toddler Group Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 6784 mornings during term time: 9.15am - 11am. Visit www.stwilfrids-church.org.uk for more information or just come along. 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.
kids Burntstump Seely C of E Academy Launches New Pre-school Provision
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Burntstump Seely Church of England Primary Academy is delighted to have received the news that it has been given the go-ahead for pre-school provision, starting in September. Head Teacher Heather Gabb says that this means that parents from areas like Hucknall, Linby, Calverton and Arnold, some of which have oversubscribed schools, now have a fantastic alternative. “What this means for parents is that if they have a child who will turn 4 years old between September 1st 2018 and August 31st 2019, and who would like a morning place, they can contact us and arrange a visit. We have wonderful facilities here and would welcome anyone to come and take a look for themselves, they won’t be disappointed.”
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The school is situated at the top of Burntstump Hill and has an enviable rural setting. If parents want to find out more, they can contact Mrs Garratt on 0115 9632833 or email the school at office@burntstumpchurch. notts.sch.uk.
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driver’s licence, so last minute bookings will be problematic. They all have their pros and cons, how can you choose?
As obvious as it may sound, meeting with the
potential babysitters first is one of the best ways to find the best carer for you. Use this opportunity to discuss requirements. If you haven’t negotiated this before meeting the sitter, determine in person how much the babysitter will charge you. What is their hourly rate? Will they accept a lower fee if all they need to do is sit on the couch while the child sleeps?
Budgets are important, of course, but they’re
are many ways to find babysitters, especially nowadays with all the online babysitting platforms that help connect parents with local babysitters. The challenging part is finding a carer you can trust and that fits with your family. In order to finally take that daunting first step out of the house and leave your child with a babysitter, you’ll need to find the right one.
not the only thing you should take into account when searching for a babysitter. A good way to figure out if the carer will fit with your family is to have them interact with your children in front of you. Simply bring your children along to the meeting. Don’t outright tell them it’s a test, but do watch them carefully. Do they greet the children or just you, the parents? Do they smile at your children, ask them a few questions, and have an approachable attitude? I once met up with a family at a café, where the parents had brought both their children. I’m not sure it was intentionally supposed to be a test but a couple days later, the family hired me as their babysitter because I was apparently the candidate that connected best with their children (despite having less experience than the other babysitters they met).
So,
Knowing
However, at one point or another, you’re going
to need that babysitter. Perhaps you’re going to get stuck late at work and you’ll need someone available at the last second. Or maybe you’ll want to go out on a well-deserved and relaxed date night.
There
how do you find the “right one”? One babysitter may have many references and lots of experience. Another babysitter might have a less expensive hourly rate than the first, but they also have less experience. That third babysitter is perfect but they live on the other side of town and do not yet have their
that you are leaving your child with someone they’ve met before, that they are friendly and comfortable can truly make that step out the door much easier for you.
Written by Sonia Juillet in collaboration with Babysits, the babysitting community of the UK, new to Nottingham, that helps parents and babysitters connect easily and quickly.
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