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Welcome to our summer edition, packed full of great businesses all looking forward to hearing from you. If you get a great service, we would love to hear from you. Chickpeas are a great store cupboard staple and in our recipes this edition they are the star of the show! Give them a try... Once again we are stacked out with great competitions. You can win one of two £50 meals at the amazing Cod’s Scallops and cool off with family ice skating passes. We also have a family pass to Swadlincote Ski Centre and theatre tickets up for grabs, so get entering!!

Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah & Francine

kids 8 kids diary 8-9 a helping hand 13 helping hand directory 16-18 looking good, feeling great

pets 23 free time 28 music roundup 28-30 crossword 32 community diary 36-39 eat, drink & be merry! 40 recipes 42-43 home & garden 44 Your Local Motors 47-51 sudoku 54 classifieds 70,72 useful information 92 puzzle solutions 92 business, IT & finance 93 index / list of advertisers 94 safer neighbourhoods 95

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NG15 KIDS DIARY

If you run a group or club for kids this is the page for you. For not-for-profit or charities your listing is free. Other groups pay just £5.50+vat per edition (150 characters). Call 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ ngmagazines.org.uk

Papplewick Pre-School Group Papplewick Village Hall, Linby Lane, Papplewick. Open Mon/Wed/Thurs from 9am-3pm & Tues/Fri 9am-noon. Lunch & Learning Club: Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri noon-1.30pm. Please call Kelly Wright for more info on: 0115 963 4913

Applegarth Day Nursery - Robey Close, Linby, NG15 8AA. Open Monday-Friday 7.15am - 6.15pm. Exceptional care for children, ages 6 weeks - 5 years & wrap around care for 8 local schools. OFSTED GOOD. For further details please call 0115 963 1296 or visit www.applegarthdaynursery.co.uk Ravenshead Pre-School Playgroup - Swinton Rise, Ravenshead. Open 9am - 3.15pm Mon-Fri, termtime only. Learning through play for children 2-5years. OFSTED-GOOD. Funded sessions available. For further details call 01623 490707 or visit: www.ravensheadpreschoolplaygroup.co.uk 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! 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.

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 eves 7pm - 9.15pm. Tumble Tots - Britain’s leading National Active Physical Play Programme for children from crawling to 7 years. Visit www.tumbletots.com/nottingham for details. Hucknall Sports YCFC - always wanting new players, all age groups from U8’s to U18’s. Well established club (est.1977) provides organised junior football with qualified FA coaches in a safe & friendly manner on both Sat & Sundays. Contact www.hucknallsports.com or ring 0115 9521122 for further info. Hucknall Pre-school playgroup - Baptist Church, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Open Mon/Tue & Fri 9am - 3pm. Wed/Thur 9am - 12pm. For more info call 07544 510610. St Johns Ambulance Cadets - (10-18yrs) Tues at 6.30 - 8.00pm approx. Seymour Road Baptist Church. Call Steve Cross on 0115 952 9683.

Hucknall Mini’s Basketball - Hucknall Leisure Centre. Tues 7-8pm (7-10yrs) & 8-9pm (11-12yrs). £2.50. Call Adam McGrory on 07732211696. Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Road, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UN. Mondays & Fridays 6.30pm - 7.30pm, April - October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663.

Rolls Royce Leisure JFC Mon 6-7pm, Tues - 6-8pm, Wed - 6-8pm, Thurs -6-9pm. All age groups. Always looking for new players to join our family friendly club playing Sat am/pm & Sun am. Call John on 07920 154129 or www. rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk

2nd Hucknall Scout Group Mon: 6.15-7.45pm (Cubs), Wed: 6-7.15pm (Beavers), Fri: 7.30-9.30pm (Scouts). For more info please contact Dave Clifton 07436 797916 (meet at scout hut behind John Godber Centre) Notts County Ladies Development Football Club

New players wanted to strengthen our successful squads from U9s (year 3). Junior teams compete in the Notts Girls & Ladies Football League. Come and join us for a training session on Wednesdays 6-8pm at National Cof E Academy, Hucknall. For more info contact Carol: 07963 820612/secretary@nottscountyladiesfc.co.uk

Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursday 7.15 - 9pm at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall. All ages welcome. Contact 07785 530256.

Edgewood Judo Club - meet every Monday evening 6pm to 8.30pm at Edgewood Leisure Centre, Christchurch Road, Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346. 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. Guides, Brownies & Rainbows - Nottinghamshire HQ - 987 7220. Nottingham Junior & Girls’ Voices & Nottingham Youth Choir - choirs for children 7-21yrs. Rehearsals take place Tues (term time only) 6.15pm - 7.30pm (Junior & Girls’ Voices) & 7.30pm-9pm (Youth Choir) at Nottingham Emmanuel School. For more info call 0115 958 9312 or admin@music-for-everyone.org

Competition Winners

Congratulations to: C Dawon who won theatre tickets; A Jacques, J Dilks, J McDaid, C Pitylak & N Frankland who won Safari Park tickets; L Thompson, P Clark, A Simpson & M Hooper who won Red Kangaroo tickets ; M Clark who won one4all vouchers; J Barker who won a £100 meal

Thanks to: Theatre Royal, West Midlands Safari Park, Red Kangaroo & Masala Junction

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Oceans of Fun Indoor Soft Play Centre - Spring St, Hucknall - suitable for 0-11yrs. Open 7 days. Comfy area for adults & cafe. Parties from £6.60 per child. Outdoor play area with seating. Free car park. See www.oceansoffun.co.uk or call 0115 963 3961 for more info. Little Lambs - baby & toddler group in St John’s Church, 1 Nottingham Rd, Hucknall, NG15 7QN. Every other Friday 2.15pm-3.15pm. For more info call Louise: 07969 572731 or louise.sje@gmail.com

Oceans Day Nursery - Spring St, Hucknall, NG15 7BZ - open Mon - Fri 7.15am - 6.15pm. Full day care from 6 weeks to 5 years. Breakfast/After School Care. Ofsted Good. Call 0115 963 5651 or email: oceansdaynursery@btconnect.com or visit www.oceansoffun.co.uk Parent & Toddler Group - Mondays (term-time only) from 9.30am - 11.30am at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, NG15 7HJ. For more info call 0115 963 4881.

Hucknall BABES Breastfeeding Group - Sure Start Centre, Broomhill Rd, every Monday 1pm 2.45pm. An informal group for breastfeeding mothers & mothers-to-be who would like information & support on breastfeeding. Who Let The Dads Out?- group for dads, grandads or male carers and their children aged 0-10yrs. Meet every 4th Saturday from 10-11.30am at West Hucknall Baptist Church. For more info email: wltdohucknall@outlook.com

Kids Club - Thursdays (term-time only) 5.30pm - 6.45pm at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, NG15 7HJ. Suitable for ages 5+. For more info call 0115 963 4881. Air Training Corps 1803 (Hucknall) Sqn) - The Aerodrome, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Ages 13-18yrs. Wed 7pm - 9pm. Hucknall Sports YCFC Soccer School - fun environment for 4 to 6yr boys & girls. Now outside at The New Wigwam, Kenbrook Rd, off Paplewick Lane, Hucknall, NG15 8HR. From 9.30am til 11am Sats and Sun mornings. Contact Alwyn Sears 07748 842156 or Derek Day 0115 9521122 or visit www. hucknallsports.com for more info. 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 Nottingham Youth Band - if you’re 8yrs+ and play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument to Grade 2 or above, come along & try out our Youth Band. Rehearsals are Tues (NYB West Bridgford) & 2nd (NYB Arnold Beavers, Explorers - Beavers 6.30-7.45 Fri | Cubs Panther Grp Thurs Beeston). ForCubs, more Scouts info call & 0115 958 9312 or admin@music-for-everyone.org 7-8.30pm Tues | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs Wed Explorers 8-9.30pm - fun,| Scouts games 7.30-9pm & adventure for| ages 5-11yrs. Come Fri. Hucknall Boys Brigade & Girls Association Contact Yeatmanevenings 0115 956at9865/0787505 6784 and join usNoel on Thursday Hucknall Central Methodist Church. Email 18thbb@gmail.com for more info. Hucknall Bumps & Babies - Monday mornings - 10am to 12pm at Watnall Road Community Centre. Rolls Royce Soccer School - for 5 to 7 yr old boys & girls every Sunday morning 10 til 12pm. Watnall Road, Hucknall. Contact head coach John Cheetham on 07920 154129 or www.rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk

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Who wrote The Lovely Bones original novel? Send your answer & contact details on or before Friday 13 September 2019 to:

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Thursday 28th March saw the finale of the 4th Holgate Academy Science Bake Off which was won by Dion and Mr Devonshire. They collected their 1st place medals and were named champions of 2019. Their bubbling conical flask cake showed exceptional cake making skill, and excellent presentation and creativity. The second place silver medal went to Jennna and Miss Lord for their plant cell cake, complete with wavy mitochondria. Third place went to Josh Weir and Charlie who were helped by Miss Batchelor and Miss Shaw. The Science Bake Off is an opportunity to showcase the excellent talents of our pupils and generally just an opportunity to try something different and fun. As always it was a pleasure to work alongside these students who are a credit to our academy.

All correct answers will be entered into a draw. The winner will be notified by Monday 16 September 2019. The performance is at 7.30pm on Tuesday 24 September 2019.

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.... Is your child aged between 3-12 years? Do they have a passion for singing, dancing, and acting? Are you looking to build their confidence levels? If so, then why not get them to join New Youth Theatre for their production of “The Wizard of Oz” Classes for West Hucknall are run on Wednesday Evenings at the West Hucknall Baptist Church, Ruffs Drive, NG15 6JN Visit us on www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/nottingham Call Neil or Vicky on 01623 406284 or email nottingham@newyouththeatre.co.uk to arrange a free taster session or for more information. Rehearsals start Sept 2019

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Cool off this summer with a trip to the National Ice Centre! so little ones can use paint pens to draw on the ice.

Whether it's a rainy day outside or you're looking for a ‘chilled’ out vibe this summer season, the National Ice Centre is the perfect place for a day out with the family. It's never been easier to grab a pair of skates and try your hand at ice skating. Throughout the hotter months, the National Ice Centre holds a range of events and activities to suit all ages and abilities, as well as regular public skating sessions. Located in the heart of Nottingham city centre, choose from a variety of sessions throughout the week including family skate, club sessions and foam parties. A lively and fun activity to enjoy with family or friends, ice skating is guaranteed to get your body moving. With children under 5 able to skate for free, it is the perfect place for a fun-filled family day out with a difference, with friendly staff on-hand to teach you all you need to get started. The Tots Zone is an area in the centre of the ice dedicated to under 5s and their parents, with colourful ice equipment to help them grow in confidence on the ice at their own pace. Art on ice is also available

The National Ice Centre is home to one of the oldest and most successful ice hockey teams, the Nottingham Panthers. For those wanting to take skating to the next level, there are a range of lessons and programmes to help you learn your chosen ice sport – whether that is ice hockey, figure skating, speed skating and many more. If you're celebrating a birthday this summer, a birthday party at the National Ice Centre is guaranteed to put a smile on your little one's face. The venue has a dedicated area in the Sub Zero Café with a party menu, and will cater for all your needs. To find out more information about the range of events and activities at the National Ice Centre, visit national-icecentre.com or call 0843 373 3000.

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Turton Court is a retirement housing complex for the over 55s, tucked away in the small rural village of Newstead. You will have your own front door to a fully self contained ﬂat and access to a communal lounge. There is a laundry room, off street parking & access to a lovely landscaped garden. We offer well maintained serviced properties with the beneﬁt of a support coordinator who works every weekday morning.

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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. Other groups £5.50+vat (150 characters). Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 926 9777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone effected 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 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. 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. Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780. 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. FREE legal advice clinic - at the CORE centre, Calverton every Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30pm. Lauren is a specialist family resolution lawyer and offers a minimum 45 min confidential free meeting. Call Lauren on 07990 806086 or email: lauren@focusfamilylaw.co.uk Nottingham Eating Disorder Self-Help Group - for anyone aged 16+ affected by an eating disorder, sufferers, carers, family & friends welcome. Every other Monday from 6.30pm - 8pm in the Think Tank at Nottingham Trent Students Union. For info contact Maisie: 01332 367571 or maisie@firststepsed.co.uk Recovery 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 Nottingham Aphasia Independent Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact June or Chris on 0115 927 9368

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 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

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

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 Sexy Mama Love Cicchetti, 15 Carlton St, NG1 1NL at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046. 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

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 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 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 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 Cornwater Evergreens - offers activities & friendship for older people. Friendship club runs Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 10am - 2.30pm. Memory club runs Thursday 10am - 2.30pm. Please call 01623 491159 for further information. 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 Nottingham People’s Choir - singing for wellbeing and fun. Sponsored by the Royal Concert Hall (where we meet) & Institute of Mental Health. Every Thurs (term-time) 1pm -2.30pm. Only £2 (subsidised by sponsors). Highly professional Choir Leader, Abi Moore. We welcome all adults especially those who may not ordinarily join a choir & singing ability not essential! Phone Theo on: 07752536426 or email: theo.stickley@gmail.com

ng15 - helping hand group directory 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 1611.

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. 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. The Forget-Me-Not Dementia Support Group - Support group for people with dementia, their carers, family & friends. Meet on 3rd Monday of each month from 1.30pm-3.30pm at Kirkby Trinity Community Centre Point, Diamond Ave, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. We welcome people from all areas to drop in for information, support and to meet others over a cuppa. For more info call Joan: 0776 3519196 Mark Spencer MP for Sherwood Advice Surgeries - Please phone the constituency office on 0115 968 1186 for an appt or email mark.spencer.mp@parliament.uk. Surgery 2nd Saturday monthly (10am-12pm) at Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall, NG15 7HN. 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.

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 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.

Mansfield & Ashfield Carers Support Group - meet 2nd Wednesday monthly, 2pm - 4pm at St Peter’s Centre, Churchside, Mansfield. We can offer friendship, info and advice to carers who support someone with mental health issues. Drop in for a warm welcome. For more info call Joy: 01623 459681 or Cleo: 07824 838574. Reach Out Residents - we are a group that is for all residents in West Hucknall. We meet about 5 times a year to discuss issues affecting our area & many statutory bodies including the police, Ashfield Homes, Trent Buses & others attend our meeting. We invite you to come along and have your say. Together we can make a difference! reachoutresidents@gmail.com. Find us now on Facebook. 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. Just turn up or contact Doug for more info: 0115 966 3582 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. 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 at Herbert Buzzard Court, Hucknall. Fridays at Marion Murdoch Court, Gedling: 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page) Run Talk Run - a running group where we chat about mental health. Every Sunday beginning at The Bridge Sandwich Bar, Victoria Embankment, NG2 2JY at 10am. Contact Maisie Cropley on 07717 007023 for more details. Ashfield Citizens Advice - we are at Hucknall market place every other Friday from 8.30am - 2pm. Just come along to get the advice and information you need. See our website: www.ashfieldca.org.uk for more information.

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 Osteoporosis Support Group - Royal Osteoporosis Society. Our volunteer group works closely with clinical teams, meets monthly & runs a support line. We also provide annual medical updates, weekly tea dances, clinical support, awareness raising & newly diagnosed events. For more info or support call 07459 649734.

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Breathe Easy Hucknall - meetings held 4th Tuesday of every month. 1-3pm at our NEW venue; Rolls Royce Leisure Fitness

Centre, The Pavilion, Watnall Rd, NG15 6EP. Ample free parking. For more info tel: Mal Clarke on 07702 339618. 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 Carers in Hucknall & surrounding areas - meet at John Godber Centre, Ogle Street on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday, monthly. From 1.30pm to 4pm. All welcome. Gingerbread - is a friendship group for single parent families from all walks of life, whether you are a mum, dad, carer or grandparent bringing up children on your own, & kids are always welcome! Join Gingerbread for free at www.gingerbread.org.uk/membership and contact the Hucknall group at www.facebook.com/groups/hucknallgingerbread; email - hucknallgingerbread@outlook.com; or text 07950 780577. 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 7-9pm on the 2nd Thurs every other month. Partners welcome. For further information ring Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 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 Tues monthly - 7pm-8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge to people with any terminal illness and their carers. For a few hours each week, our trained volunteers will visit people in their homes offering companionship and 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 information. 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

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. 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 Ravenshead Memory Lane Group - at St Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church lounge, Sheepwalk Lane, Ravenshead. Held on 2nd Wednesday each month. Come along for coffee & chat between 2-4pm, you will be made most welcome. For further info call: Margaret - 01623 798854, Kathryn - 01623 795886 or Jackie - 01623 439019

a helping hand A Guiding Light For People With Sight Loss A recent report by Guide Dogs, revealed that over 42% of people with sight loss feel that they are ‘left out’ of everyday moments, such as socialising, family life and work. To tackle the problem, the charity is calling on people to sign up to become a ‘My Guide’ volunteer. My Guide is a free service that matches trained sighted volunteers to a person with sight loss, helping them to build confidence and take part in social and leisure activities. Alan, a former World Championship rower lost his sight at a young age. Alan enjoys leading an active life, which he says would not be possible without the My Guide service. Alan is matched with volunteer Karen, who helps Alan to go to the gym. The two were matched because of their mutual interest in fitness and sport. Karen applied to become a My Guide volunteer after leaving her job, and says she enjoys helping Alan pursue the interests he loves. If you think you could help someone like Alan, contact Volunteer Manager Elizabeth Felgate on 0345 143 0221 or email:Elizabeth.Felgate@guidedogs. org.uk. Applicants will need to be over 18 years of age and willing to undergo training.

FREE paint on offer for residents and community groups in Nottinghamshire. Nottinghamshire residents and community groups now have more opportunities to collect free paint thanks to the Community RePaint Nottinghamshire scheme run by Veolia (Nottinghamshire County Council’s waste contractors). Did you know that more than half of us have between four and twenty tins of perfectly good paint gathering dust in our homes? This leads to an estimated 40 litres of reusable paint being wasted from our homes every minute in the UK? Community RePaint Nottinghamshire is hosted at Calverton, Warsop, Newark and Beeston Recycling Centres, where reusable paint can be taken by Notts residents for reuse, and Nottinghamshire residents, local community groups and schools are able to pick up that paint for free! Free paint is available to collect on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. A collection slot must be booked in advance. For residents, between April and September at slots between 6pm - 7.35pm. Book a collection slot at: www.veolia.co.uk/nottinghamshire/PublicPaint For community groups, at slots between 9am 12 midday. Book a collection slot at:www.veolia. co.uk/nottinghamshire/CommunityGroupPaint Recycling Centre addresses: Beeston Recycling Centre - Lilac Grove, Beeston, NG9 1PF Calverton Recycling Centre - Hollinwood Lane, Calverton, NG14 6NR Newark Recycling Centre - Brunel Drive, Newark, NG24 2EG Warsop Recycling Centre Oakfield Lane, Warsop, NG20 0JG To find out more about Veolia call 0203 567 4370 or visit www.veolia.co.uk/nottinghamshire

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THE POWER OF FITNESS Article after article, I love to be able to bring you some sort of take away value that you can implement into your life and reap the benefit. This time I’d like to share something that’s close to my heart. Two people, two stories… two very different approaches.

STORY 1 You might recall the article on my client Gail a few months back, how Gail had retired and taken on a new challenge to push the boundaries of limitation. Gail came to me wanting to compete and step on stage with the intension of saying ‘I did this’, a personal conquest. Gail is doing amazingly well – her relationship with food and exercise has been transformative and she is on target to meet her goal.

STORY 2 Katie, another client of mine, came to me because of the unique skill set I have of turning life and all aspects of it around using fitness and nutrition… with a little mindset coaching in there too. Katie suffers with mental health issues, something very close to my own heart and knowing full well how fitness saved my life, Katie found herself in a similar situation a few years back.

You see, when you get the balance right, the body falls in line and food is enjoyable because you get to eat how you like and still move in a positive direction. What most fail to realise is the power exercise holds in crafting the future we deserve. It saved my life, gave Katie focus and a new positive way of living and gave Gail a challenge that helped her achieve a personal goal.

Wanting to not stress about exercise, understand how to nourish her body but still enjoy life as it should be, was the goal.

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The point I am making here is how powerful fitness is and what it can help you achieve when you get the right guidance. Most people think exercise is only about weight loss and building muscle and associate it with a vanity thing. Sure, for some that might be the case, but for others, including those I work with, this is far from the case. Exercise is an outlet, a focus, a motivating factor, a contributor to life and career. E: info@strengthyphysique.co.uk | W: www.strengthphysique.co.uk |

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It may come as a surprise to NG15 readers to learn that Hucknall Titchfield Park Bowls Club is one of the largest lawn bowls club in the area. With over 60 members it plays matches throughout the summer in 8 leagues as well as weekly club competitions and roll-ups (social games). Determined not to join the list of clubs in decline, every year HTPBC hosts a series of open days to introduce new people to the sport. As a result, this year the club has once again successfully added new members to its ranks. Traditionally lawn bowls is thought of as being a sport solely for the not-so-young. But this is not true, it is played by all ages and many of the top national and international players started as youngsters playing with their parents. Club members are very fortunate to be able to play in Titchfield Park. The bowling green has a lovely setting for members to enjoy the company of like-minded friends. The physical and mental benefits of playing bowls are now well known. Easy walking in the fresh air, punctuated by stress-free bending and stretching, is great for muscles and joints. Focussing on the game really helps with concentration and getting out and making new friends can also be important. Hucknall Titchfield Park Bowls Club is a successful and well run club with a qualified coach and anyone who wants to have a go is always made very welcome. Equipment is not a problem as the club provides everything necessary to get started. So whatever your age, if you would like to try your hand at playing lawn bowls, contact the club and give it a go. For more information about the club you can make contact by email at bowlshucknall@gmail.com or via the Bowls Hucknall Facebook page or phone Peter Dickens on 01159 630728.

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Gary and I were out walking the dogs in some fields. I turned around just in time to see Gary getting his whistle out and comparing it to another guy’s whistle. We are talking dog whistles of course! In that moment I realised we had passed over to the dark side. Or should I say the dog side. We had become “dog people”. It was time to accept and embrace our new lives. So how do you know you are a “dog person”? It goes deep but there are tell tale signs... Waterproof trousers and walking boots are your outfit of choice. Every pocket of every coat you own is full of treats, poo bags and manky balls. You separate your “dog walking” clothes from your “best” to start with, and then suddenly you only have “dog walking” clothes! Your car/van is full of towels, old sheets and mud. You become far less house proud (to be fair that didn’t take much for me) and much less squeamish. My Herbie is a roller. He is in ecstasy having a good roll in fox poo. It used to be a reason for hysterical clapping and shouting, Benny Hill style chasing him around a field and an instant bath. Now we have an “odourometer” of 1 to 10. Measured by the time it takes from getting the dogs into the van to the smell hitting our noses. 10 is a definite bath, 5 is a shrug and we convince each other it’s not that bad... light an incense stick and move on. Standards have slipped.

New stench heights were reached last week. Walking round a lake, young Herbie dived in and retrieved a massive dead fish. When I say dead I mean rotten, furry and stinking! Proud as punch and super excited, he then proceeded to rub himself all over with “eau de stinky fish”. Even for us “dog people” this was horrific. This was assessed as a grade 20 on the scale and two baths later he had only just reached a 10. Before we adopted Harry I was adamant that I couldn’t scoop the poop. Weirdly though, when it’s your dog you can. Herbie (it’s always Herbie), has introduced us to a new challenge in this regard. Apologies if you are eating while reading this. As a grass muncher, Herbie often has what Gary and I like to call a “dangler”. It’s a technical term that I won’t expand on – suffice to say, what goes in must come out. He has been known to run around the field with what can only be described as a link of sausages hanging from his backside. This is unacceptable and assistance is usually required. It’s a two man (and one dog) job involving two twigs, chop stick style and lots of arguing about the most efficient removal method. How has my life come to this??? On the bright side, thanks to those two hairy stink bombs we have never been fitter, happier and healthier ... even with the mud, fox poo, stinky fish and a few danglers. © Ali Wale

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ndgame: E s r e g n e v ews A Bur tonRevi e Making h t n i y r o t s Hi The day is finally here. We’re in the endgame now folks. After 11 years of record breaking, trend setting and history making, Marvel studios is putting a cap on their first saga. The end of a journey that has spanned half of my life, set the film industry ablaze, and created one of the best entertainment properties ever put to film that has and will inspire generations to come with its heroic characters, fantastic world building and thrilling adventures. And now we are here to witness the end of all that hard work as we say a hearty farewell to many of the members that founded this wide and beautiful universe. So Thanos won, and now with only the original Avengers left standing, the world is in bad shape. With half the population blinked out of existence it is up to our remaining heroes to pick themselves up and continue the good fight. First off let’s get the obvious out of the way. The humongous cast of this film is phenomenal. From relative newcomers to day one veterans, these iconic titans of the comicbook industry come to life. And what makes these performances shine even brighter is that the writers of Endgame completely get these historic characters. The opening of Endgame introduces us into a heart broken MCU, and what such a heavy and sad tone needs is time to breathe, so it has the impact it deserves. However, what happens here is a rushed set of scenes that still deliver great moments, but so rapidly that the effect of each moment is a fraction of what it could and should have been. Sadly, wonky pacing isn’t the only thing Endgame has to battle with; there’s also an annoying over reliance on jokes. Outside of Paul Rudd’s surgically precise delivery of every Antman moment in the movie, a lot of the attempts at humour just did not land and chaotically clashed with the muddled tone of this film. Now, you may be worried that the end of this phenomenal saga is actually a fun but disappointing mess; and up until this point I was worried about coming to the same conclusion. But then a switch is flipped, the goofy jokes

are put to one side, our heroes suit up, and everything changes. The last hour of Endgame is a nerdy fever dream that may be the best battle to ever appear on a cinema screen. Humour is organic and rightfully brings out rapturous laughter, the ﬁghts are intense, awe inspiring feats in CGI and choreography and the emotional peaks throughout this biblical last act of a whole universe are heights no franchise or movie has hit and may never hit again. To say the end of Endgame is a dream come true would genuinely be an understatement. While Avengers Endgame has its fair share of problems with a rushed opening and goofy middle, throughout, it never forgets to show why the MCU is so great; and that is because of the phenomenal characters it is ﬁlled with and the growth we get to see them go through. And with THAT ending, how can anyone come out of this disappointed. Avengers Endgame = 8/10 © Sam Burton (aged 21)

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This is a very pleasant walk which follows well trodden paths and bridleways. You’ll follow the Erewash Valley Trail taking in the scenery of Nottingham Canal just a stones throw from the picturesque Nottingham village of Cossall. We started our walk from the car park just off Cossall Lane. This car park is free all day. Dogs are ok off the lead for pretty much the entire route of this walk (as long as they don’t go swimming in the canal!) apart from the short stretch on the main road.

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From the car park (with the road behind you), follow the path to the right with the canal on your right hand side. You’ll pass a handy ‘you are here’ map as well. Walk down the path ignoring any turn offs to the left until you reach a sign which reads “Erewash Valley Trail Shortcut”. Take this to the left and follow it down until you reach a green railway bridge. Cross this and make your way towards Nottingham Canal. Turn left here (with the canal on your right) and follow the path down. Keep following the path until it reaches the main road in Ilkeston. Turn left and keeping on the path, walk until you cross a small bridge and the road bends to the right. Here you will see a path and a footpath sign leading straight on. Watch the road here as there is a sharp bend and limited footpath. Follow the path crossing back over the railway and back up to the canal. When you reach the canal, turn left with the canal on your right. Follow this path and you will eventually come back to the car park where the walk started.

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Music for Everyone – JULY COURSES

If you are involved in a choir, singing group or band then we would love to hear from you. You just need to email us at: ali@ngmagazines. org.uk by the ﬁrst Friday of the month.

6 July, £38/£22: Our Blow the Dust Off Your Instrument playing day will give you the chance to renew your old skills or put newfound ones into practise in a relaxed and supportive environment. For more information and to book visit www.music-for-everyone. org/ or ring 0115 958 9312.

Fun Chorus is a community

based singing experience. Whether you think you can’t sing, have sang in the past or just love to sing in the shower, Fun Chorus welcomes everyone. We have groups in Gedlng,Carlton, Kimberley, Bingham, Bramcote and Ravenshead. For more information please contact penny@funchorus.co.uk.

Eastwood Collieries Male Voice Choir Centenary Concert Nottingham’s Albert Hall Saturday 28 September ECMVC will be joined by special guests, Mansfield & District MVC and Pye Hill & District MVC and Newstead Brass! Tickets now on sale!

Bingham and District Choral Society

Over the past two years, we have concluded our singing year with a short, informal lunch-time concert in St Mary's Parish Church, Newark. We have enjoyed beautiful weather on both occasions and have attracted tourists and Saturday shoppers as well as regular supporters of the choir. Last year we performed alongside other choirs and ensembles as part of the Byron Festival. This year the choir will give its own concert of English folk songs, including a selection from John Rutter's Sprig of Thyme. This will take place on Saturday 6th July 2109 at 11.30am and will last for approximately 45 minutes. Guy Turner will conduct and Edward Turner will accompany.

Celebrate Summer with Sinfonia Chorale!

July 8th

We are delighted to be joined by the amazingly talented pianist, Konya Kanneh-Mason! Enjoy an exciting programme of varied music!

Saturday July 6th, 7.30pm at St Jude's Church, Mapperley, NG3 5HE

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 - 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. Sherwood Clarinets - meets on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 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. 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 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 more info & tickets: tom.bird@hotmail.co.uk 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 7.15pm-9.15pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959 or email: yourcommunitychoir@gmail.com or visit 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 Sun-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 & above) & a choir. We make beautiful music & raise money for local charities. 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 Wed 8.30pm at the Gladstone, NG5 2AW. All singers, acoustic musicians, poets & listeners are very welcome. For more info call Martin/Marion 0115 9552935 or m.smalley@ntlworld.com or visit: 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 Open Voices - friendly singing groups designed for adults with learning difficulties. Meet weekly in Beeston, West Bridgford (Tues 10am-noon) & Sherwood (Fri 10am-noon). For more info call 0115 958 9312 or visit www.musicfor-everyone/whats-on/adult-music/open-voices New Greasley Singers - small, mixed voice choir, singing Bach to Queen!Wed: 7.30pm-9pm at St Mary’s Parish Church, Eastwood, NG16 3BS. Call Elaine (MD) on 07904 297557 or 07506 547460 or email: thenewgreasleysingers@gmail.com Burton Joyce Choral Society - welcome new members. Friendly mixed choir. Rehearse in BJ Village Hall - Mondays 7.45pm -9.30pm. For more info call Mary: 0115 931 2803 or pop in Sept - June (break for summer). Soundswell - community choir meet Tues eve (term-time) at Bluecoat Academy, Aspley. A wonderful way to make new friends. Visit www.soundswell.org for more info.

M U S I C R O U N D U P

The Rock ’n’ Soul Singers The Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers are a choir from Underwood in Nottinghamshire who sing rock, pop and soul songs. Upcoming engagements for us are a visit to the Milton Court Sheltered Housing Scheme in Arnold when they hold their Open Day on Thursday July 4th; on Saturday 6th July we will be part of the Underwood Festival at the Community Hall, Underwood and on Sunday 14th July we will be at the Cromford Road Festival in Langley Mill, Derbyshire. Our first donation of £1300 has been received by YOUNGMiNDS (our designated charity for this year) which we know they will put to good use. We hope our future engagements will also raise good support for them. For future dates visit our website (www.rocknsoul. org.uk) or our facebook page (facebook.com/ rocknsoulsingers) – we look forward to seeing you.

Burton Joyce Community Brass "Picnic in the Park" Sunday July 21st at 2.30pm - 4.30pm The Grove Park, Willow Wong, Burton Joyce

Free admission, donations welcome bring a picnic!

Burton Joyce Community Brass & Carlton Brass Saturday Sept 21st at 2-4pm free admission at St Paul's Church, 5 Church St, Carlton NG4 1BJ

NEW!!!

Tuneless Choir for Sherwood Meet 1st & 3rd Tuesday monthly at the United Reformed Church, Edwards Lane, NG5 3AA from 8pm 9.30pm.

All welcome!

T-0788 4005286 E-sherwood@tunelesschoir.com

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The Saturday Singers would like to thank our loyal audience members for their continuing support. Thanks to you we raised over £800 at our spring concert which allowed us to support Shelter to continue their valuable work with homeless and vulnerable people. Our Autumn session starts on September 7th (Saturday) from 9.30am at the Masonic Hall opposite the Nottingham Trent University building on Goldsmith Street. Why not come along and sit in to see if you would enjoy being part of our happy choir. Music for Everyone – THE BIG YOUTH MUSIC EXPERIENCE – this city centre festival of musical experiences is not to be missed. Get involved in professionally led workshops, concert performances, and a variety of festival-fringe events including Samba Drumming, Capoeira Dancing and more! 1314 July, prices from £3. SUMMER SCHOOL 2019 – Singers & instrumentalists: immerse yourself in three days of quality music-making in our Summer School series of workshops and rehearsals led by our tutors and highly talented guest artists! Strauss, Holst, Gjeilo, Hayden + more! 12-14 August, £110 tuition fee. For more information & to book events visit www. music-for-everyone.org/event/summerschool-2019 or ring 0115 958 9312. “Best £10 I’ve ever spent” Ruddington Choral Society’s Spring concert was a highlight not only of their year but of the wider Nottinghamshire choral scene. St Mary’s in the Lace Market was filled to capacity as 500 singers, musicians and audience gathered for a glorious performance of Mendelssohn’s much loved Old Testament oratorio “Elijah”. Joining the Ruddington Choir were the Burton Joyce Choral Society, the Nottingham Hospitals’ Choir and the Djanogly Community Orchestra, plus soloists Jane Harwood, Fiona Milburn, Simon Lumby and James Gaughan and organist Michael Overbury. The event, sponsored by the Coop Community Fund, was a sell out. The choir’s new season begins on 9th September. For further details please see our website www.ruddington-choral.com or phone 0115 9211451.

he winner will get a private ski lesson, 30 mins tubing, 5 viper slides, 4 toboggan rides & a hot meal in the Alpine Lodge for a family of 5!! Swadlincote Snowsports 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. 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.) They also have the viper slide to ride down in an inflatable ring, which consists of a 70m slope full with twists and turns. 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. Not too bad to say it started its life as an old spoil heap left over from the highly productive coal mining days and was transformed by John Nike who's estate also owns many other ski centres in the UK.

For more information on age restrictions please visit: www. jnlswadlincote.co.uk Tel: 01283 217200 Mon-Fri 11am – 9pm Sat-Sun 10am – 6pm Just answer the following question:

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free time Hucknall Rotary Community Day, Market Place Saturday 17th August 10am - 4pm

Free fun for 4 – 11 year olds at Ravenshead Library

The Rotary Club of Hucknall supported by Ashfield District Council will be holding a Community Day in the Market Place. The idea of the day is to invite all local clubs, charities and groups to come along and set up a table and gazebo to publicise their organisation by holding a raffle or tombola, doing a demonstration or selling merchandise. A full programme of entertainment and activities will be taking place during the day along with small fair rides and food outlets. Please support this very first Hucknall Community Day. For more information on taking part please contact Hucknallrotary@gmail.com

Saturday 13th July – Saturday 7th September Join the Summer Reading Challenge, read six library books and collect rewards along the way.

SummerCraft CraftActivities Activities Summer th Thursday July 10am 10.30 – Thursday 26 25th July – 11.30am 11am Brilliant Badges Junk Satellites

Thursday15 9ththAugust Thursday August10.30 10am––11.30am 11am Gnasher Pompoms Super Space Pictures (Children must berdsupervised a parent/carer) Thursday 23 Augustby 10.30 – 11.30am Super Spin Ravenshead Pictures Library Milton Court Ravenshead NG15 9BD

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Across 1. Southern North American republic (6) 5. Warning (3-3) 8. Version still being developed (4) 9. Boss (8) 10. Packages (7) 11. Literary work (4) 13. Donkey (5,2,6) 16. Close (4) 17. Commander in chief of a fleet (7) 20. Parasol (8) 21. Wicked (4) 22. Gorge (6) 23. Loftier (6) Down 2. Lift up (7) 3. Hebrew patriarch (5) 4. Fail to notice (8) 5. Class (4) 6. Flourish (7) 7. Eats (5) 12. Submissive to authority (8) 14. Soft and moist (7) 15. Scrutinise (7) 16. Sweatbox (5) 18. Standard of perfection (5) 19. Futile (4)

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Wed-Sun 10th-14 10th 14th Jul

ILFRACOMBE, NORTH DEVON. 5 DAY BREAK

Staying at the Imperial Hotel, Half board. 3 free excursions included

£269*

Sat-Sun LAKE DISTRICT AND DERBYSHIRE DALES £119* 20th-21st Jul Visits to both Kendall and Bowness, includes boat and steam train ride on and around lake Windermere, Hotel BB and evening meal, Sunday 2 course lunch and visit to Bakewell Sat-Sun 27th-28th Jul CARDIFF AND BRISTOL Visits to both Cardiff (Sat) and Bristol(Sun) staying at the Gables Hotel, Half board

£95*

Sun-Tue 4th-6th Aug NEWCASTLE, BEAMISH MUSEUM & DURHAM £145* Sun- free time in Newcastle, Mon- Beamish Museum, Tue- Durham. Ramada Encore Hotel, Half board Sun 11th Sat-Sun 17th-18th Aug Wed 21st Aug

WHITBY DAY TRIP KEIGHTLEY VALLEY STEAM RAILWAY,HEBDEN BRIDGE & HOLMFIRTH Sat – Roving ticket for KVSR. Sun- Visits to 2 of Yorkshires hidden jewels.

SKEGNESS DAY TRIP

£23 £110* £20

Sun-Thu DISNEYLAND PARIS 5 DAY BREAK Adult £399* 25th-29th Aug Sun – Arrive at the Hotel Campanile after coach and ferry journey Child £339 Mon – Full day excursion into Paris, Dropping off and picking up at the Eifel tower Tue & Wed - 2 full days in both Disneyland's Magical kingdom and Disney studios (Hopper passes Inc.) Thu – After breakfast homeward journey, arriving home late tea time. No overnight travel

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What’s On at Hucknall Library??? Family History Surgery: Sat 6 July & 3 Aug, 10am til 12noon. Our expert volunteers provide help and advice to get you started with your family tree. Free drop-in session. Places for People Independent Living Support: Tuesday 9 & 23 July & 6 & 20 August. 1.30pm - 3.30pm. Are you deaf, deafened or hard of hearing? Experienced Tenancy Support Officers available for information, support and advice, no appointment needed just drop-in. Hearing Aid Clinic: Walk In Clinic. July NO CLINIC, 27 August. 1.30pm - 2.30pm. Advice and information on hearing loss. Re-tubing and batteries fitted. Help on cleaning your hearing aid. Free walk-in clinic. REGULAR EVENTS Chatter Tots: Monday 10.00am-10.30am free under 5s session, music, songs, stories and rhyme. Card Making, Craft & Chatter: Monday10am - 12 noon. Friendly group for anyone who enjoys card making, craft and crochet. Free drop-in session. HUCKNALL LIBRARY SUMMER READING CHALLENGE: 2019 Saturday 13th July: 10am -12noon; Summer Reading Challenge Launch Craft and colouring Session: Space Chase has landed, come along and join the Summer Reading Challenge and fly away on the flying saucer you have made! Thursday 25th July: 2-3pm Pom Pom Planet. Come along and make a planet of your choice in a unique style! Thursday 1st August: 2-3pm; Space Cadets Badge making Design your own Space ID Badge Thursday 8th August: 2-3pm; Reach for the Stars! Explore your own Galaxy Thursday 15th August: 2-3pm; Paint a planet Come along and have a go at designing your very own planet on the potters wheel and help us build our Galaxy! Thursday 22nd August: 2-3pm; Alien Adventure Enjoy making a weird and wonderful creature from out of space! Thursday 29th August: 2-3pm; To Infinity and Beyond! Come along and make your own Space Rocket!

Hucknall Library, South Street, Hucknall, NG15 7BS hucknall.library@inspireculture.org.uk Tel: 01623 677200 For more information visit www.inspireculture.org.uk

Tanya About Town

Time to brave the great outdoors as lots of activities continue throughout the summer in Nottinghamshire. The festivals keep coming with Nottingham’s favourite family festival, Splendour, returning to the beautiful setting of Wollaton Hall and Deer Park (20 July). Headliners Manic Street Preachers and The Specials join Rag’n’Bone Man, All Saints and a whole host of artists, comedians and entertainers. Nottingham Pride returns, celebrating sexuality and equality in Nottinghamshire (27 July) and the East Midlands’ biggest free festival, the hugely popular Riverside Festival, returns to the banks of the Trent (2-4 Aug) with the usual blend of live music, river-based activities, kids’ zone, a massive funfair and the highlight the Saturday night fireworks. Back, bigger, better and wetter than ever! Brought to you every year by I’m Not From London & Audacious Face Music, The Waterfront Festival, Nottingham’s favourite live band benefit festival returns (13 July), across three stages throughout the Canalhouse. The Robin Hood Festival returns for its 35th year in 2019 at Sherwood Forest (5-11 Aug). Join thousands lining the route at the Victoria Embankment as the city’s liveliest (and loudest) parade, Nottingham Carnival (18 Aug), celebrates Nottingham’s Caribbean heritage,

featuring hundreds of colourful costumes made just for the parade and energetically displayed to music from moving sound systems and Samba drums. The Big Fake Festival, a massive end-of-season finale is back for a 6th year! Now hugely anticipated, it’s become traditional for the festival to come together and end its UK Tour with this special 3-day event. Set in the beautiful woodlands of Thoresby Park (30 Aug - 1 Sep). As well as the festivals, of course there is the usual line-up of talent to look forward to. The Royal Concert Hall plays host to Trevor Horn (3 Aug) whilst next door at the Theatre Royal there are plenty of musicals to choose from including Calendar Girls (2-6 July), Club Tropicana (8-13 July), Avenue Q (15-20 July) and my absolute favourite, Rocky Horror (28 Aug 1st Sep) and you can’t escape from those stars of Strictly! Catch a trio of the professional dancers in Here Come the Boys at The Royal Concert Hall (4 July) plus Anton and Erin waltz in to Thoresby Hall Hotel as part of the entertainment (5-8 July). There’s also open air theatre to enjoy at Wollaton Park, Newstead Abbey and Southwell Minster throughout July and August, plus outdoor cinema at Wollaton Hall throughout August as well. If you prefer your drama indoors, the Colin McIntyre Classic Thrillers Season returns to the Theatre Royal with four thrilling dramas over four weeks (30 July- 24 Aug).

If you like something a little quieter, join the free Photo Walk (14 July/11 Aug) at Thoresby Park for photo lovers, all ages, all abilities, all cameras! A chance for you to have a little creative ‘photo me-time’ and pick up ideas, hints and tips to help you make better photos, or enjoy a special night with a magical atmosphere of peace at Pure Land Japanese Gardens. The lantern-lit evening honours an ancient and venerable Japanese tradition and is the only place in Europe offering this beautiful experience (1 Aug - 30 Sep). As always, don’t forget the history right here on your doorstep. You can learn all about it while taking one of the many tours around the city, such as the Robin Hood Town Tour, the Nutty Nottingham tour or the Book Lovers Walk. *Always check with the venue ahead and book if necessary. There is usually a cost or entrance fee unless stated otherwise’

NG15 Community Diary

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 £5.50+vat per edition (150 characters). Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk 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 interesting, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com Hucknall & District Ladies Probus - are looking for new members due to moving to larger premises. Meet 2nd Wednesday every month at Moretons Tea Rooms, Papplewick from 12 noon. For more info call Geri Atkinson on 0115 964 0934 Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community group for all interested in supporting the Park.For more details check www.fbcp.org.uk or email gillian.costello@ntlworld.com. Visit our park community cafe 10-noon Saturdays at Dynamo House, off Park Road, Bestwood Village. 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. Knit and Natter - newly formed craft group in NG15. Come along & create your craft with fellow crafters over tea, coffee, hot choc & cake! All ages welcome. At Central Methodist Church, Hucknall. Wednesday 7pm-9pm. Session fee £2.50. Papplewick Gardening Club - meet on first Wednesday of each month at Papplewick Village Hall at 7.30pm. This friendly group will welcome new members, from surrounding areas to enjoy speakers & outings. Contact Joan: 01159 632529

Leen Valley Conservation Volunteers - no special skills, training given, variety of interesting sites. Weekdays & weekends, refreshments provided. Tel: Lee Scudder on 07753 850758 or leescudder@hotmail.com

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. 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 The Lovelace Theatre (amateur) Drama Group - meet Monday & Thursday at John Godber Community Centre, Ogle St, Hucknall. New members always welcome. Also a junior group meets Wednesday. Visit our website: www.lovelace/theatregroup. co.uk or call Linda on 0115 968 1011 for further information. 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: Ken on 07769 834693 or www. nottinghamroundabout.co.uk

Hucknall Dolls House Group - every 2nd Thursday at Bentinck Conservative Club, 5 Portland Rd, Hucknall from 7 - 9pm. For more info call Sofia on 07790 334540. Linby Colliery Welfare Ladies Football Club - Wed 6pm - 8pm. Hucknall National School. All age groups. Always looking for new players. Competitive football played on Sun am. Call Carol 07963 820612 or email: carol@linbyfc.co.uk Adult Education Courses - beginners up to level 1; very small groups. Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall. Call 0115 884 2749 or email: lisa.saunders@castlecollege.ac.uk Edgewood Judo Club - meet every Monday evening 6pm to 8.30pm at Edgewood Leisure Centre, Christchurch Road, Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346. Hucknall Men’s Probus Club - for retired men.Meet 1st Wed in month at the Horse & Groom, Linby. 12noon. Probus movement seeks to give opportunities to retired men & women to meet socially & listen to speakers.For info call Aubrey Smith on 0115 963 2424. Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society - meet every Tues 7pm - 9.30pm (Sept-June) at Wollaton Park Community Centre, 15 Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Excellent speaker programme & internal competitions. For more info visit: www.nnps. org or call Steve Sulley: 07803 021198 Eric Coates Society - Meets Wednesdays, bi-monthly 7 - 9pm at the Godber Centre. Contact Geoff 0115 9634662 or Peter 0115 953 7393. Actively promoting the life and music of Eric Coates. Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursdays at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall from 7.15 - 9pm (term time only). Contact 07785 530256. Ford Capri Club - meet at the Little John Pub, Main Road, Ravenshead on the 1st & 3rd Thursday every month at 8.15pm. For more details call Alan Sutcliffe on 01623 438967, email: alan@capriclub2000.co.uk or www.capriclub2000.co.uk Enjoy a game of Whist? - then come and join us at 6.30pm on Monday evenings at Papplewick Village Hall. Friendly mixed ability group would welcome new players including beginners. For further details ring 0115 963 4643. Byron Probus Club (Ravenshead) - spritely old retired codgers meet second and fourth Thursday in month. 12 noon at Portland College off A60. Contact David Turner 01623 793039. 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 Ravenshead Flower Group - meet on the last Tuesday each month (excl Jan & Dec). NAFAS demonstrators showcase their flower arranging talents. Come & join us at 7.15pm, Ravenshead Village Hall. http://www.flowersnorthmidlands.co.uk/club_info/ravenshead.html

NG15 Community Diary cont..... Learn to Dance Ceroc - Tues 7.45pm - 10.45pm at John Godber, NG15 7FQ. No partner needed. 18-80+yrs. Great, fun

social night. Call Sue 07915 671688. Like FB Ceroc Heaven for more Notts classes. Hucknall Flower Arranging Group - meet on the first Wednesday of each month (exc Dec & Jan). 7.30pm at the John Godber Centre, Hucknall. New members & visitors always welcome. Contact 0115 963 6894 for more infio. Nottingham Playgoers - Interested in Theatre? We read the plays, visit the theatre & discuss them afterwards. We’re a very friendly group meeting Tuesday evenings 7-9pm at the Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nott’ham. Contact Sue Cullen on 0115 847 8423. 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. Abbey Gates W.I (Ravenshead) - meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at Ravenshead Village Hall at 7.30pm. New members and visitors always welcome. For further details please phone 01623 798606. Badminton Club (ladies only) - needs more members. Exercise & fun rather than high level play. At Papplewick & Linby Village Hall, Monday 4.30-6.30pm. Call in or ring Bernice on 0115 963 7228 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. 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

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 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 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. Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502. Kirkby & District Hiking Club - we are a friendly hiking club who meet every 3rd Sunday for a 9-10 mile hike, mainly Derbyshire. For more info call Brian or Cynthia on 0115 9680813 Lively, Retired & Semi-Retired Professional/Business Men - meet socially for lunch on the second and fourth Thursdays in the month. 12 noon at Portland College (off the A60). Contact Clive Abrahams (Sec.) on 01623 409502 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 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. 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 Hucknall Art Society - meet at Watnall Road Community Centre on Wed. Beginners welcome. Session lasts from 7pm to 9pm. Any queries please call Harry on 0115 9279 481. Hucknall & Linby Dolphins Swimming Club - enjoy swimming? learning to swim? looking to improve stamina, speed & fitness? Are you interested in becoming more involved in competitive swiming? If so we are looking for new members. Please contact www.hucknallandlinbydolphins.org.uk or find us on facebook: www.facebook.com/hucknallandlinbydolphins Friends of Moor Pond Wood - Papplewick. A community group involved with woodland management and archaeology along the River Leen. Meets last Wed of the month in Papplewick Village Hall. Non members welcome. Visit: http://moorpond. papplewick.org/index.html

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

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

Ravenshead Calligraphy Group - friendly, informal group. We meet Friday mornings 10-12 (term time). Beginners welcome. Day workshops with tutors organised. Nominal fees to cover room hire & tutor. For info: isobel.dams@tiscali.co.uk or 0744 3858485.

Leenside W.I (Hucknall) - meet on the 3rd Tues monthly. Central Methodist Church Hall at 7.15pm.

NG15 Community Diary cont..... Hucknall 50+ Table Tennis Club - for all ages & abilities. Wednesdays from 7pm-10pm at United Reform Church, Hucknall, NG15 6EG. For more info call Dick on 0115 953 2652.

Just Good Friends - day centre for the elderly. We meet at St John’s church hall on FRIDAYS, 10am-3pm. Members

enjoy cooked 2 course lunch + entertainment (singer, pianist, bingo). We also meet at Beauvale Court, Beauvale Rd on TUESDAY afternoons 2pm-4pm for board games + buffet lunch. For more info call Lynne on 07512 765111. Bulwell Foresters Archery Club - we are a small, friendly group that cater for anyone interested in target archery from 9 - 90 years! Pop along any Sunday 11am-2.30pm to Bestwood Road Sports Social Club, NG6 8UA or visit: www.bulwellforesters. co.uk or call 07983 518915 for more information. The Nottingham Group of the Hardy Plant Society - welcomes everyone interested in plants & gardening. Meet 2nd Friday monthly from Sept-April at St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford. Doors open @ 7pm for a 7.30pm start. For more info visit: www.nottmhps.org.uk, email: hps.nottingham.group@gmail.com or call Carol on 0115 914 2474 Gedling Round Table - we are a group of ordinary guys who get to do extraordinary things. Members have the chance to embrace life to the full& in turn support their local community. Do more. Learn more. For more info contact Daniel Hayes on 07889 725 836 or email: secretary@hucknallroundtable.co.uk. Blidworth & District Historical & Heritage Society - Meet first Tuesday of the month at 7pm, Blidworth Welfare. For further information contact the secretary Mrs Dale Smallwood on 01623 479978. Cottage Crafts Group - feeling lonely? want to meet people and make new friends? Please come along to our group on Monday mornings - 10am - 1pm for a chat and refreshments. No need to be “crafty”. We meet at Under One Roof, 3A Vine Terrace, Hucknall. Tel: 0115 952 1236 for more details. Sequence Tea Dance - at Hucknall Leisure Centre on Tuesdays - 1.30 - 3.30pm. Cost £3. For more information call Lynn Davey on 01773 813701 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. 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 Watnall WI - meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Watnall WI Hall, Main Rd, Watnall. For more details call 0115 953 7679. Ravenshead W.I - meet on the 3rd Wednesday, monthly. 7.45pm at The Centre at St Peter’s, Sheepwalk Lane, Ravenshead. Contact: 01623 751307. Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small and friendly walking club for single people born in the 1950s and 1960s. We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more information visit www. bootlace-buddies.org.uk Newark Speakers-meet at the Newark Town Bowls Club, NG24 1TS on Monday’s at 7.30pm. At your local speakers club, become a better speaker and presenter in a welcoming, supportive environment. Gain skills and confidence in public speaking. For more info: newarkspeakersclub@hotmail.co.uk. For meeting dates visit: www.newarkspeakers.org.uk Papplewick & Linby Ladies Circle of Friends - meet fortnightly from beginning of September to end of June on a Tuesday 2pm - 4pm @ Papplewick Village Hall. New members & visitors very welcome. Further information from Vera Preston on 0115 963 9990. 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. Hucknall Over 60’s Social Group - Watnall Road Community Centre, Hucknall. Sequence dancing (no teaching given). Thurs 2-4pm & Mon, Fri & Sat 7.30pm - 10pm. All welcome. Phone Barbara on 0115 952 9783 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 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 Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society - meet at 7.30pm 4th Wed of the month at St Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village. Bus no.30/parking at rear. For more info. call Angela Gilbert 0115 928 3414 or see website www.spanglefish.com/WollatonHistorical 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 Classic Car Meet - Horse & Groom, Linby. 2nd & 4th Wednesday in the summer months. On the rear field, free to enter & view.

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Newstead Garden Tours - enjoy the glories of Newstead Abbey’s gardens on a walking tour with a knowledgeable &

friendly guide. Free to clubs, societies or family groups of 5 or more (charity donation appreciated). Dates to suit. Contact Philip on 01623 793453 or philedjones@yahoo.co.uk Greenwood STEP CLOG - rhythmic, percussive dancing. Mondays from 8pm, Queen’s Walk Community Centre, Nottingham, NG2 2DF. Actively seeking new male & female dancers/musicians! Our aim - have FUN, keep fit & uphold a long tradition. Call Tricia: 07731 679072 or Joy/Eric: 0115 978 6858. E: joy.foxley@gmail.com. www.greenwood-clog.org.uk

Steady Netball Group- meets at Greasley Leisure Centre, Thursdays 11am - 12 noon. For more info call: 0115 952 6487

or just turn up.

Ravenshead Petanque Club - at Ravenshead Leisure Centre. Summer sessions on Wednesdays & Saturdays, 2pm - 4pm. Thursdays 7pm-9pm. Visitors very welcome - no experience required. Try it for FREE. Refreshments provided. Just turn up and give it a try - or contact Martin 07377 670728 or email: ravensheadpetanque@gmail.com 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. Over 60’s & Friends - held in St Peter & St Paul’s church hall, Ruffs Drive, Hucknall. We meet on 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month, 2pm - 4pm. For more info contact Mrs Eileen Smith on 0115 837 0816. The Ladies Group - held in St Peter & St Paul’s church hall, Ruffs Drive, Hucknall. We meet once a month, on the 3rd Thursday, 2pm - 4pm. For more info contact Mrs Chris Wood on 01623 752308. Hucknall Heritage Society - meet second Monday of the month (except June, July, Aug & Dec). At 7.30pm, Central Methodist Church, Hucknall.

The Greasley Players - is a small amateur dramatics group. We welcome new members interested in acting, set construction, producing or any aspect of stage craft (e.g. props, lighting, prompt, sound, front of house, curtains etc). For details of our up and coming events or to get involved, please contact us via www.greasleyplayers.co.uk” or join us on Facebook.

Over 60’s Club - Thursdays from 1.30pm - 2.30pm at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, NG15 7HJ. For more info call 0115 963 4881. Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm March - Oct. at The Dynamo House

off Park Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8ZA. Nov - Feb at St Mark’s Church, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UU. To see what we get up to go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: hellobvwi@gmail.com

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

Hucknall Rotary Club - is for fellowship, helping the community & raising money for worthy causes both locally and worldwide. Meet at the Horse & Groom, Linby Village every Tues except after a bank holiday. For more details call Rtn. Robert Copley on 07778 996939 Hucknall Taking Steps - meet at Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall twice a week. Monday walk starts at 10am & lasts 1hr. Wednesday walk starts at 10am for 2hrs. For more info: 0115 963 1916 or geoffcurtis@ymail.com

South Notts Friendship Club - Every Thurs at Arnold Liberal Club. 7.30pm-10.30pm. A social & dancing evening inc. raffle & chit chat. Tel 01949 358154

Craft Club - alternate Wednesdays from 2-3pm at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, NG15 7HJ. For more info call 0115 963 4881.

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 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

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

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

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

Duke of Edinburgh Open Award Group - meet fortnightly, Wed 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.

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include raising an amazing £60,000 for Maggie's – over the last three years – based at the City Hospital Maggie’s offers professional support to people with cancer and their loved ones. John was presented with the Special Recognition Award, sponsored by Eden PR, at the annual Nottingham Restaurant & Bar Awards - a celebration of the food and drink industry that the city and the county has to offer. The 2019 winners and nominees in 15 categories were announced at a spectacular Awards Ceremony held at Colwick Hall Hotel attended by 300 people from across the restaurant and bar industry. John personally undertakes challenges to raise money – he has run the Great North Run twice for Maggie’s as well as the Robin Hood Marathon. John is also in the top 5 per cent of personal fundraisers on Just Giving for his annual Robin Hood Half Marathon efforts for Maggie’s. In addition, John has hosted various events to support the community such as holding free festive lunches at The Cods Scallops for both less fortunate families and the elderly with help from Age UK. Through Tasty Tuesdays he has donated food to a homeless shelter in the city. The Cods Scallops is also in the process of launching Food Waste UK where any food left overnight is advertised on an app and collected by less fortunate people. The Cods Scallops also raises money for the other charities such as Fishermen’s Mission - the only fishermen’s charity that provides emergency support alongside practical, financial, spiritual and emotional care. John comments: “It’s really important that we do our bit. We regularly support local causes, through charitable donations, and hold charity quizzes every month each for a different local cause. Since we took over the Nelson last June, we have raised £2500, and our ambition is to raise at least £10,000. “I’ve always tried to help people less fortunate, from employing ex young offenders and drug addicts to donating

hot meals for the homeless. After working with Maggie’s Cancer with collection boxes, I came up with the idea of adding £1 to everyone’s bill. “ “As well as charity work our businesses are passionate about helping the environment with a bid to use less plastic and only using sustainable produce whenever possible. We have just featured in Giles Cohen’s new book Truth, Love and Clean Cutlery which highlights businesses that serve good food in an ethical and sustainable way.” Originally from Nottingham, John has been in the trade over 30 years, starting when he used to skip school to help his Dad in the kitchen at his restaurant in Derby. After catering college, he started a Youth Training Scheme at a four-star hotel in Nottingham and has worked everywhere from Scotland to Newcastle and even Bermuda! Kathryn Greenwood, Joint Managing Director of award sponsors Eden PR who presented the accolade added: “John is a worthy winner, we had a huge number of entries for this category and there are some amazing venues across Notts who do great work in the local community. John stood out because he gets so involved personally and is a real inspiration.” Annie’s Burger Shack and Perkins Bar and Bistro were runners up for the award and the Plough at Normanton received a special mention. A hugely popular winner, when John was announced he received a standing ovation from those attending the awards event. His latest project is Top Floor Development launched in November 2018 and is a unique dining concept where customers can dine on the perimeter of a professional kitchen. It’s a warehouse-style private dining room that seats up to 24 and tickets are sold on an individual basis or the whole venue can be hired exclusively for bespoke events. As well as ticketed five-course events, he regularly holds one-off pop-up nights, such as recent Meat & Malbec and Tour of Italy events.

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Probably the best fish and chips...

Prices are really reasonable with mains averaging about £10 and puddings all under £5. Worth every penny and the fact that the restaurant was packed on a Tuesday night is evidence that the good folks of Nottingham agree with me!

When the girls asked me to review a chippy, I had to double check I was hearing right. What can you say about fish and chips? Well, quite a lot actually...

Kids eat free all Summer

The Cod’s Scallops was created by John Molnar in 2011. The concept was very clever – fresh, sustainably caught fish cooked and served in a fun, family friendly environment. You pick your fish, choose how it’s cooked and select a side dish. Simple as that. We visited the Carrington branch and even before you walk through the door you are transported to the seaside of yesteryear with the lawn and deckchairs out front. The decor is bright and cheerful with plenty of retro touches like the framed, old fashioned seaside postcards on the walls. The guys and girls working there all wore either knotted hankies (boys) or fifties style headbands (girls) and their tops all had funny writing on the back; “Had dock me duck” and “What a Brill Plaice” were two that made me chuckle. It is this attention to detail that really makes this place special. Then there was the food. Meals were served in white china versions of a takeaway box and I noticed that children’s meals came in sandcastle buckets. Very, very clever. Between us we had hake in batter, haddock baked with garlic, lemon and herbs, Whitby giant scampi and a Gold award winning steak and scale ale pie, all served with chips. Sides of battered onion rings and mushy peas rounded off the order. Hand on heart, the best chips I’ve ever eaten. The fish was out of this world and the onion rings tasted more of onion than ring, if that makes sense. They received the highest accolade from my son; “best ever”. Frying in beef dripping makes a massive difference. Four empty plates said it all. Sticky toffee pudding and a chocolate brownie sundae rounded the evening off with style. All washed down with a bottle of crisp, white wine.

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Starting Monday 29 July throughout the school holidays kids up to 12yrs eat free in all three branches. *T & C’s apply.

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Give Chickpeas a Chance! Chickpeas,

also known as garbanzo beans, Egyptian peas and kabuli chana, are an ancient legume, used in cookery all over the world. As well as the beige ones we are familiar with, chickpeas can be black, green and red. I buy mine in tins but you can also get them dried or in a jar. They are a cheap and versatile store cupboard favourite eaten at least once a week in my house. The humble chickpea also packs a punch. A great source of fibre and high in protein they also contain antioxidants, vitamins and minerals making them a great vegetarian alternative to meat. What’s not to like! Something you might not know is that ground chickpeas are used as an alternative to coffee and supposedly it tastes delicious. I’m not a coffee drinker so let me know if you give this a try.

Chickpeas have a delicious nutty flavour and depending on how they are cooked can have a creamy texture when mashed or crunchy when roasted. They are so versatile! I have loads of recipes and it was pretty hard to select just three. Hummus is the classic recipe but feel free to pimp it up with other flavours like roasted peppers or add some chilli for a spicy version. The curry I have picked is also totally flexible, depending on what you have in the fridge/freezer. Use peas instead of spinach and omit the paneer if you are watching the calories. Chick chick bang bang is a favourite in my house and one I am teaching my son to cook for when he goes off to university. Cheap, nutritious and tasty it ticks all the boxes. Enjoy!

Ali Wale

Classic Hummus

Chick Chick Bang Bang

Chickpea Curry

400g tin chickpeas (drained & rinsed) 2 tbsp lemon juice 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp tahini 3 or 4 cloves garlic – crushed 1 tsp ground cumin pinch of salt water (as needed) paprika to garnish

2 or 3 medium sweet potatoes 400g tin chickpeas – drained & rinsed olive oil 2 red onions – halved, quartered & sliced 30g fresh coriander - chopped 2 tsp harissa paste 3 or 4 wholemeal ﬂatbreads or wraps 2 tbsp mango chutney 500g spicy breaded chicken (optional) 300g halloumi (optional) coleslaw & salad to serve

1 tbsp sunﬂower oil 1 onion – ﬁnely chopped 2” piece ginger – grated 2-3 garlic cloves – crushed 3 tbsp spice paste (I use Patak’s Madras) 50ml water 400g tin chickpeas – drained & rinsed 400g tin chopped tomatoes 240g baby spinach 250g paneer – cut into small dice and fried (optional)

You need a food processor or hand blender for this. Put the chickpeas, lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, garlic, cumin and salt in the processor or bowl and whiz to a creamy paste. Add a small amount of water and blend again until you have the right consistency. This is a personal choice. I like mine fairly thick. You also need to taste and tweek as you go. Maybe add a bit more lemon juice or salt. Serve with carrot sticks or toasted pitta bread.

Put the oven on to 200°C. Peel and chop the sweet potato into small dice. Put in a pan with salted water. Bring to the boil and simmer until just cooked (about 7 mins). If using, put the chicken in the oven to cook as per packet instructions. Drain the sweet potatoes and pat dry with kitchen roll. Crush the chick peas lightly with a fork or masher. Heat a splash of oil in a non-stick pan and fry the onion for a few minutes, then add the sweet potato and fry until it starts to brown, then add the chickpeas, harissa and coriander to the pan, stir well and warm through. Put the ﬂat-breads in the oven for a couple of minutes to warm through. If using halloumi, slice and fry gently in a non-stick pan until golden brown both sides. To plate up: put the warm ﬂatbread on a plate. Spread with mango chutney then put the chickpea and sweet potato mixture over the top. Then add the chicken or halloumi, a couple of spoonfuls of coleslaw and some salad leaves and enjoy!

In a large shallow pan, heat the oil and gently fry the onion until soft. Add garlic and ginger and fry for 2 mins. Add the spice paste and water and cook gently for 5 mins. Add chickpeas and tomatoes. Bring to the boil and simmer gently for 30 mins. If it gets too dry add some water. Add spinach a handful at a time and stir until wilted. Add paneer (if using). Check and season to taste. Serve with rice, naan and a dollop of yogurt.

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Classicwise Collection Notts Classic Car & Motorcycle Show Goes From Strength To Strength Leading classic vehicle events organisers Classic Shows reported an ‘excellent turnout’ for the popular Classicwise Collection Notts Classic Car & Motorcycle Show which took place at Thoresby Park over the early-May Bank Holiday weekend. Now running for over 25 years, this family friendly event attracted 1,000+ vintage, classic and modern classic vehicles over the weekend and featured a large autojumble, vehicle judging and awards and quality food and drink all set within the stunning grounds of Thoresby Park & Courtyard. Visitors were also able to experience a host of new content for 2019 including modern vehicle dealership exhibitors, new trade stands and enhanced children’s entertainment. Classic Shows director Matthew J Harvey commented ‘Once again, we saw unbelievable support from vehicle exhibitors and visitors alike who turned out in their numbers and contributed towards a fantastic weekend of motoring heritage. We were delighted with how the new content was received and a specific mention must go to our sponsors Classicwise Collection and Crowdpullers Events who managed the modern vehicle dealership stands. Bookings are now open to exhibit, trade and visit our next event at Thoresby Park on Bank Holiday Monday 26 August 2019’.

Classic Shows will run over 20 events in 2019 – including the huge Father’s Day Motor and Classic Car Show at Castle Howard, nr. York on 16 June 2019 – and return to Thoresby Park for a one-day event on Bank Holiday Monday 26 August 2019. Vehicle exhibitor, trade/autojumble and visitor bookings are now open and can be made by visiting www.classicshows.org or by phoning the Classic Shows office on 01484 667776. Don’t miss Classic Shows’ return to Thoresby Park for the Classicwise Collection Notts Classic Car & Motorcycle Show, Monday 26th August 2019.

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A winning year for Marshall Volvo NOTTINGHAM’S Volvo dealership is celebrating a record-breaking year for the Swedish brand. The motor manufacturer with a reputation for producing some of the safest and most sturdy cars around picked up no fewer than 43 significant awards during 2018 while also enjoying its highest sales in the UK in 28 years. With a total of 50,319 new car sales, the firm certainly bucked the trend in a UK market which declined overall by seven per cent. There were awards for all three Volvo SUVs, with the XC40 claiming 12 of them. These included the prestigious What Car? Car of the Year title and Auto Express’s Small Premium SUV of the Year award for the compact model now available to test drive at Marshall Nottingham on Valley Road in the city. The XC60 was the first award winner of 2018 in being voted Best Medium Crossover in the UK Car of the Year honours. The XC60 also won the Safety Award in the What Car? honours and was voted New Car of the Year in the AM Awards in which Volvo was named Manufacturer of the Year. This model was further voted UK Car of the Year in the UK Car of the Year Awards and took the Best Large SUV titles in both the Fleet World Honours and Parkers New Car Awards. In the Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year competition, the XC60 pulled away from the pack as Towcar of the Year, the Best Family Towcar and the Best Towcar, caravan weight 1500kg-1700kg. The XC40 was Best Towcar, caravan weight 1350kg1500kg. The XC90 was named Large SUV of the Year in the Company Car Today CCT100 awards while the Which? Awards saw Volvo selected as Car Brand of the Year.

Volvo was voted Best Fleet Manufacturer in the ExpertEye Awards and in the Motor Trader Industry Awards and BusinessCar Awards was Carmaker of the Year and Manufacturer of the Year respectively. The PHEV Manufacturer of the Andrew Moss, Year went to the brand in Retailer Principle, Marshall Nottingham the GreenFleet Awards. Volvo’s drive for cleaner motoring was further recognised with the XC60 T8 Twin Engine voted as Large Plug-in Hybrid of the Year in the DrivingElectric Awards. These achievements were reflected internationally, with the XC40 named European Car of the Year and the XC60 mid-size SUV acclaimed as the World Car of the Year. Meanwhile Volvo’s UK performance contributed to another year of record global sales, with more than 640,000 Volvo cars sold worldwide. The launch of the new V60 premium estate delivered further success, with family car awards from Parkers and News UK, and the Practicality Award from carwow. It was also named Estate Car of the Year in the Scottish Car of the Year Awards and Best Compact Executive by Carbuyer. Andrew Moss, Retailer Principal at Marshall Nottingham, said: “This exceptional run of awards is amazing to see, but each one is appreciated for the vote of confidence it represents in what we are doing to extend the all-round strength and appeal of the Volvo brand. “We are immensely proud of our new range of cars, and our record-breaking sales show our customers rate them, too. We encourage car buyers in Nottingham to come and take a test drive to experience their award-winning features for themselves.” For more information on the Volvo model range, go to: www.volvocars.com/uk or visit Marshall Nottingham on Valley Road, telephone 0115 8284533.

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It’s been assumed for many years in my family that I have no interest in gardening. There are reasons for this, mostly because my mother and at least one of my sisters are far more passionate about gardening than me, but also because until recently I’ve never had much of a garden. Growing up we were lucky in that we had a big old rambling garden that you could easily get lost in, and that meant that I had to help out with its upkeep for household chores, but I never got the horticultural bug. But now, here I am, the wrong side of 40 and quite happy to spend the weekend rambling round the garden hopefully cutting down weeds rather than flowers and watering the right type of plant. So where did this come from? A couple of years ago we moved from a cosy terrace to a detached family house slightly further up the food chain. This came with a nicely sized back garden which we thought would be a great size for the kids (‘we can play football in that Dad!’) and with very little thought about actually looking after it we bought the house. It turns out gardens are quite the undertaking. The first time I mowed the lawn I burnt the motor out on our mower, something to do with long grass, a slight incline and a cheap engine. Fortunately we have retired neighbours on both sides who are the most patient people I’ve ever met. God knows what they think when they hear us heading into the back garden, and so far we’ve had loads of great advice and the odd donation of plants to help us out. Most recently we’ve been advised to keep the kids away from the foxgloves as they’re poisonous (the plants, not the kids). For a while we were like the Stalin of the gardening fraternity in that we could kill almost anything with impunity. It didn’t matter how much we loved it, at some point it would wither and die (all except for a plant my wife had kept for years and pretty much neglected, but still it somehow thrived despite us, like some wilful shrub which had a point to prove). But things slowly started to change. My father-in-law left gardening

equipment in my garage, he even does gardening for us when he visits so we have to keep up out of a sense of shame. It transpires that he really does know what he’s doing and the garden looks better because of all the things he tells me to do. And now my evenings are spent checking out pinterest boards of ideas for the garden, whether it be insect farms, bird boxes, reclaimed wood or hipster salvage that will transform my garden into an eco-space. I find myself checking out mowers whenever we are in a garden centre and wondering how big the garden needs to be before I can have one of those ones you actually drive. I’ve even started admiring the weave of Premier League pitches and wondering how to get such great patterns on my own lawn. Both my wife and I freely admit we have an awful lot to learn, and whilst the kids are willing to enjoy playing in the garden they don’t yet want to put in the hard graft. For our wedding last year, friends of ours gave us a rose bush that would blossom as our marriage grew which was another nudge in the direction of doing more outside. And the benefit comes of an evening when I can sit on the patio with my feet up and beer in hand, looking over the work we’ve done. It’s quite a nice feeling, all told.

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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MY FAVOURITE PLANT The great garden writer Christopher Lloyd, when asked what his favourite flower was, replied: “the one I’m looking at now”. It’s that way with me with heleniums; all are beautiful in their own right, all are equally easy to grow and all do a great job in the border, be it a 15-inch (38cm) edger to a 6-footer (180cm) at the back. Heleniums come in all shades and variations of yellow, orange and red. The only thing to remember is that heleniums need good sunlight to obtain the best colours. All heleniums are a great source of nectar for bees and butterflies which will flock to the flowers with glee. Gardeners often think of heleniums as late-flowering, adding colour to the August and September garden, but with careful selection of varieties and regular dead heading and watering, you can have heleniums in bloom from mid-June until the beginning of November. The short varieties are usually earlier to flower and with dead heading will go on longest. Probably the best is the 2ft (60cm) tall Mardi Gras with its jolly masses of flower and a strong constitution. Also, highly recommended is the bright red Red Army and Fata Morgana a lovely variety with upswept petals in apricot with orange undersides making a beautiful two-toned effect in the garden.

Mid height heleniums (3ft / 60cm tall) are great for the middle or back of borders (depending on the size of border). The most popular is Sahin’s Early Flowerer but a better choice is the magnificent El Dorado with very large golden yellow flowers. Tall varieties (4-6ft / 120180cm) might need a stake in an exposed site but I rarely need to resort to this as the stems are very thick and strong. Amber is the best of newer varieties with masses of flower on upright plants. You can’t go wrong with the 4-5ft old variety Kanaria with its canary yellow flowers. For something showier the picoteeedged flowers of Vicky stand out well at the back of the border. Heleniums mix well with lots of garden plants. I particularly like them with grasses in late summer – short moor grasses (molinia) or taller silver grasses (miscanthus) and feather grasses (pennisetum). There are a few simple rules to follow to get the best out of heleniums: water whenever dry even in spring or autumn; deadhead short varieties regularly; cut down the stems to just above the ground in winter and only divide or move them in spring not autumn. Follow these and heleniums should come back each year to brighten up your summer and autumn garden.

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Any advertisement must clearly state whether the opportunity is permanent or temporary so that job seekers are not misled in any way. If a job offer seems too good to be true it probably is. If communication comes from a generic email (hotmail/gmail/outlook etc) not a legitimate company then be wary. There are numerous organisations which can guide you during your job search. If in doubt always seek further clarification. And never be afraid to quiz any recruitment agency who may contact you : www.safer-jobs.com www.gov.uk/agency-workers-your-rights www.rec.uk.com/about-us/for-jobseekers

We’re looking for reliable, hardworking & trustworthy adults for leaflet/magazine delivery work in NG1-NG16 • flexible hours • ideal for retired/semi-retired • vehicle & phone useful but not essential Interested? email: allan@veriflyers.co.uk

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To advertise call 0115 926 9777 or email: sarah@ngmagazines.org.uk

NG15 Index of Advertisers Aerial Services AV Connect City Digital Aerials Phil Chapman Aquatics Bransons Aquatics Bathrooms/Kitchens/Bedrooms Adam Cooper Interiors Bransons Dream Doors Nottingham Gliderobes Shower Doctor UK Sliding Door Wardrobes Ltd Tilefix UK Blinds/Curtains/Shutters Bella Blinds Shuttercraft Building Services A Holmes Building Services Limited Grange Renovations Ltd Vale Projects Nottingham Ltd W A Builders Business Support Services RS Media Veriflyers Car/Van Sales Lowdham’s Motors Care/Support Services EMH Homes Radford Care Group Chimney Sweeps Absolute Chimneys Homesweep Design & Print Nottingham Printing Ltd Domestic Appliance Repairs Nottingham Appliance Repairs Domestic Services AquaBlast UK Ltd Derwent Cleaning JWS Window Cleaning Maid Service Ltd MJ Cleaning The Maids Drainage/Pipe Clearance ADK Drains Ltd Electrical Services DElectrix DJ Hill Limited Doctor Electrical Electrical Connection LS Electrical Seans Electrical Services Fencing/Gates Beechdale Fencing Busy Bee Fencing Ltd Malfords Limited Trev’s Concrete and Fencing Fireplaces/Woodburners Kimberley Fireplaces & Stoves Stonebridge Fireplaces Flooring/Carpets Byron Carpets Terry’s Carpets The Little Carpet Company Foot Health Sherree’s Footcare Svetlana Wafula Foot Practioner

67 71 57 25 56 75 60 61 55 6 45 82 91 80 44 83 87 93 93 50 13 13 80 56 96 83 87 71 80 53 76 7 55 87 67 78 63 45 54 84 66 46 45 4 46 5 56 79 21 21

Funeral Services Nottinghamshire Funeral Services Further Education Nottingham College Garage Doors/Repairs Garolla Roller Shutter Doors JB Garage Doors Garage Services Lindleys Garden Services Artificial Grass For Less Canterbury’s Landscapes Helen’s Helping Hand NRT Developments Supergrass Groundwork Services B & P Paving Hair & Beauty Top to Toe Handyman Services Castledine Home & Property Services Complete Home Maintenance DMG Handyman Services Gary Simpson Handyman Jason Craddock Interiors DM Furnishings Joinery/Timberwork Beecrofts Joinery D Moore Joinery F Martin Ltd Kids Activities New Youth Theatre Locksmiths AWM Locksmith JB Locksmith Loft Conversions/Ladders More Than Loft Ladders Mobility Aids Age UK Local Trading Ltd Liftec Ltd Oven Cleaning/Repairs Oven U Spring Fresh Painting & Decorating CMD Decorating Emma Morley Painters & Decorators James Painting & Decorating Lee Wright MJC Decor Paul Tinsley Decorating Pest Control MW Pest Control Pet Services PetBuddy Willow Brook Cat’ OTel Plastering Services C J Plastering Paul James Plastering Services Plumbing & Heating All Weathers Plumbing & Heating C G Cross Services LTD Complete Heating Care Ltd Hucknall Boiler Services K Woods Plumbing & Heating Kingfisher Plumbing and Gas services MS Waterworks Ltd Stellar Heating Stonebridge Heating Centre

15 33 56 88 51 65 91 55 53 59 68 21 76 46 45 56 52 62 69 63 80 11 55 89 78 14 15 69 66 76 80 52 69 66 57 57 25 25 80 66 73 66 52 71 80 2 57 69 55

Removals/Man & Van ACS Removals Restaurants/Takeaways The Banyan Tree The Cod’s Scallops Roofing Services A Barker Roofing Arnold Building & Roofing Ltd Canterbury’s Home Improvements Ernhale Roofing Nottingham Building and Roofing Ltd Notts Building & Roofing Ltd Thompson’s Roofing Trent Building & Roofing Ltd Travel Services Roamin Empire Coach Tours Tree Services Ashfield Tree Care Charnwood Trees Jack Glenn Tree & Gardening Services Treewise & Total Landscapes Waynes Tree Services Weedon’s Tree Surgery Venues/Days Out National Ice Centre Notts Guided Walks Swadlincote Ski Centre Veterinary Centres Orchard Veterinary Centre Windows/Doors/Conservatories A&M Windows Apollo Windows Clear and Fresh East Midlands Windows Fixaglaze JAS Windows KLG Rutland

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HUCKNALL POLICE STATION Watnall Road, Hucknall Opening hours: 10am - 6pm Mon to Fri Tel:101, ext. 804 4747 www.nottinghamshire.police.uk Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant: Sgt 608 Simon Scales Tel: 07702 141777 HUCKNALL CENTRAL PCSO 4894 Harvey Haywood Tel: 07702 141675 PCSO 6374 Chris Shaw Tel: 07702 141598 Email: hucknallcentraltcbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk HUCKNALL EAST PCSO 4880 Jack Cochran Tel: 07525 226428 PCSO 8946 Rachel Harvey Tel: 07595 011962 PCSO 4748 Max Freeman Tel: 101 Ext: 806 3616 Email: hucknalleastbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk HUCKNALL NORTH PCSO 7816 Martin Chilton Tel: 07702 141847 Email: hucknallnorthbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk HUCKNALL WEST PCSO 9686 Ryan Brown Tel: 101 Ext: 853 3671 PCSO 8052 Stephen Shaw Tel: 07815 576522 Email: hucknallwestbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk HUCKNALL TOWN CENTRE/ RETAIL/ASB PC 3192 Louise White Tel: 07702 141743 PC 774 Nigel Malik Tel: 07738 549044 PCSO 8008 Simon Gazzard Tel: 07525 226763 Hucknall Community Protection Officers CPO Alan Cordin Tel: 07957 377352 CPO Russ Dawson Tel: 07778 512798

from your Neighbourhood Beat Team....

Stay Safe This Summer Going on summer?

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it is as difficult as possible for them.

Please take our advice to keep your home safe whilst you are away:

• Fit a strong hasp and padlock to your shed door. Make sure the door is strong enough to resist being kicked or pushed in.

• Suspend any deliveries, such as milk and newspapers. • Ask a friend or neighbour to keep an eye on your property. • Try to make your home look occupied while you are not there. Use timer switches on lamps or your radio. Securing your shed Sheds are often targeted by thieves because they are not designed to store valuable equipment and property - they were originally designed to house potting plants. Their fairly flimsy construction makes them easy to break into via the door, windows, walls or even the roof.

• Replace standard hinges with strap hinges secured by coach bolts or use security screws on existing hinges. • Consider fitting a battery operated shed alarm. • Visibly mark the property you keep in your shed and garage and use anchor points to secure larger tools and equipment. • Register your valuables on the national online property database Immobilise so that Police can reunite you with them if they are ever stolen and later recovered. Visit the Immobilise website.

However, many homes have little outside storage space, so the shed inevitably becomes a place for storing items that are not wanted indoors. We are working hard to prevent criminals from targeting sheds and properties, but you can play your part in making sure Nottinghamshire Police is recruiting. Please visit www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/careers for details of what opportunities are currently available.