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Dear Readers At last Spring is in the air and thoughts turn to Easter... As is the tradition - we have included an Easter competition on page 15. Find the hidden Easter bunny and win a great prize. Happy hunting! Don’t forget Mother’s Day is on March 30th this year. On page 18 there are plenty of cheap or free ideas of ways to give mum/grandma a treat. Remember community news is free so please get in touch. We love to hear from you. Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah & Francine
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a helping hand 10 helping hand directory 10,11 crossword 13 kids 14 kids diary 14 teen talk 16 free time 19 community diary 22,23 what’s on at Hucknall Library 24 pets 25 sudoku 25 home & garden 26 classifieds 36 business, IT & finance 51 useful information 52 puzzle solutions 52 index / list of advertisers 54 safer neighbourhoods 55
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It’s a Wrap!
At around £1 for a pack of 8, wraps are a regular on my shopping list. As well as an alternative to bread for pack-ups they can be used for some delicious hot family meals and snacks. Here are some of my kids favourites...
Chilli Chicken Enchiladas
4 large flour tortilla wraps For the filling 2 tbsp olive oil 400g chicken breast - sliced into strips 1 red pepper - sliced 1 onion - halved & sliced 2 garlic cloves - finely chopped 2 red chillies - finely chopped salt & pepper For the sauce 5 tbsp passata 1 tbsp white wine vinegar 2 tbsp oyster sauce 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce 2 tsp sugar 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp oregano tabasco sauce to taste salt & pepper For the topping 150g cheddar - grated 2 tbsp sour cream (optional)
Method
Chorizo & Cheese Quesadillas
4 large flour tortilla wraps 2 tbsp olive oil For the filling 2 tbsp tomato ketchup 150g grated red leicester cheese 16 slices chorizo
Method
Spread the ketchup over two of the wraps, place 8 slices of chorizo on top and cover both wraps with cheese, then place the other wrap on top so you have two large round sandwiches. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large non stick frying pan, when hot, add one of the quesadillas. Fry for a couple of minutes til golden, using a fish slice flip and fry for a couple of mins on the other side. Add the other tbsp oil and repeat with the other quesadilla. Remove, slice and enjoy!
Heat oven to 180°C. Grease a square oven proof dish. Make the filling first. Heat the oil in a large pan, cook chicken, remove with slotted spoon & place to one side. Fry peppers, onion, garlic & chillies until just cooked (add more oil if necessary). Put chicken back into the pan and season to taste. Now make the sauce. Add all ingredients to a small saucepan and heat gently for 10 mins. Check seasoning and adjust accordingly. Now to put it all together...add 3 tbsp of sauce to the chilli chicken mix, spread 2 tbsp of sauce on the bottom of the dish. Warm the tortillas up to make them easier to handle. Split the filling between the 4 wraps. Place the filling in the middle of the wrap, sprinke a bit of cheese on, tuck the sides in and roll up. Place the four wraps in the oven proof dish. Use the rest of the sauce to cover the wraps, dot the sour cream over and sprinkle with the cheese. Bake for 20 mins until golden and sizzling.
Samosas
Making samosas out of flour tortillas couldn’t be easier. The 7” size works best. A pack of 10 wraps will make 20 samosas. Before you start, make some glue out of 1tbsp flour mixed with 2tbsp water. Use this to stick the edges down. When you are ready warm the wraps up for 10 secs in the microwave (2 at a time is fine). When pliable - cut each in half. Using your finger put some glue down the flat side and wrap into a cone shape. Press the seam to make sure they are stuck. Spoon in your favourite filling leaving enough room at the top to seal with the glue. Now you can brush with oil and bake on a tray in the oven (200˚C) for 10 mins. Or you can shallow fry for a couple of minutes each side until golden brown. There are loads of different fillings you could use: traditional spicy potato and pea, beans and cheese, spicy rice and mince, even chocolate buttons and sliced banana!!
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Redhill Hockey Club
Are you aged 9+ and looking to get into hockey?
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Then Redhill Hockey Club is for you!
At Southglade Leisure Centre, NG5 5GU
or equipment needed just lots of enthusiasm!
All coaches CRB checked, parents welcome
For more information contact Tracey 07939 224105 redhill.ladies.hockey@live.co.uk
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Kimberley Bowls Club
FREE Open Weekend
Saturday 26th April at 1.30pm Sunday 27 April at 1.30pm We are always looking for new players. It doesn’t matter whether you have bowled before or not, just come along and join in. Club members will be around to assist and answer questions. All equipment provided.
Call Steve for more info:
0115 927 9911 Access by the side of ‘Hama Medical Centre’, 11 Nottingham Rd, Kimberley
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ANN CULLEY School of Dance (Ann Culley Fellow & Examiner IDTA)
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a helping hand - group directory If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Breathe Easy Nottingham West - meetings held 2nd Wednesday of the month. 1.30pm - 3.30pm at our new venue: Catholic
Church Parish Hall, Hill Top, 280 Nottingham Road, Eastwood, Nottingham NG16 2AQ 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 Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information either ring Self Help Nottingham on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk Notts Gosh - (Nottingham Gynae - oncology support & help group) support in the aftermath of various gynae cancers. Support, information, understanding or simply a cup of tea. Meetings are held bi-monthly on the last Tues of the month at Maggies Cancer Care Centre, City Hospital from 7-9pm (meet in Maternity foyer at 6.45pm) For more info call Sue Mills on 0115 969 1169 ext 56162 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 parents of adults with ADHD. Meet last Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115 982 2573 for more info. Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk 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
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
Positive Outcomes - a self help group for people who aim to control their drinking - cutting down or cutting it out.
Meet Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm, Nottingham City Centre. For group contact details: Self Help Nottingham Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk 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
The Cornwater Club for Older People - meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am - 2.30pm in Ravenshead. Offers
friendship and a variety of stimulating activities. A freshly cooked 2 course meal provided at every session. You can attend as many weekly sessions as you like. Transport available for people living in Blidworth or Ravenshead. All welcome from any area of Nottinghamshire. For a free, no obligation taster day please phone Maxine Dakin, Manager on 01623 491159. Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, faceto-face advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor David Hall on 07973 113882 or email: david. hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org. Carers in Hucknall & surrounding areas - meet at Hucknall Library Meeting Room on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday, monthly. From 1.30pm to 4pm. All welcome. 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. Indigo Kids - is a charity & support group for children on the autistic spectrum & related social & communication difficulties including fragile x, their parents/carers and siblings. We have the Autism Resource Centre (The Arc) to help or just for a chat and a cuppa. We offer activities, youth club during school time and day trips during holidays. It is a safe place where the kids are not judged. We have a Parent Partnership Service drop in session every other week during school term. email: indigokids1@gmail.com. Web: www.indigokids.org.uk or call 0115 952 1164, 07905 586 910 or 07549 170490. Hard of Hearing/Deafened - for anyone who has a hearing loss & communicates in spoken English, Nottinghamshire Deaf Society runs a monthly Hard of Hearing Social Group (4th Friday, 10am-2pm) & evening lipreading classes (next course starts 3rd Nov). For further details contact Rachael by phone 0115 988 7576, text 07817 275253 or email: rachael.ravenlock@nottsdeaf.org.uk
The Sanctuary
We are a registered charity who offer support to recovering alcoholics and their family members. We offer 1 – 1 counselling, group support and relapse prevention. If you or anyone you know would like support please call us on
0115 9424484
Registered charity No 104353
Chernobyl Children’s Life Line Nottingham Link To help children suffering from the ongoing consequences of the Chernobyl Nuclear disaster. Bringing children to the UK for recuperative holidays & supporting charity initiatives in Belarus & Ukraine.
Monthly Sunday Socials 2.30pm at
the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 403 Mansfield Rd, Nottingham, NG5 2DP + Fundraising Events. www.ccll.org.uk/ nottingham. Find us on facebook.
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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 email: mail@nottspeertopeernetwork.com or write: Self Help Nottingham, Ormiston House, 32-36 Pelham St, NG1 2EG or visit: www.nottspeertopeernetwork.com Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780. 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 950 7836 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 Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@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 01623 556065 Hucknall Library Work Club - Meets Thursdays 3.30pm - 5.30pm. Contact: hucknallworkclub@gmail.com Mark Spencer MP for Sherwood Advice Surgeries - Please phone the constituency office on 0115 968 1186 for an appointment 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: algodfrey@talktalk.net 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 visit www.smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.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 on Bridlesmith Gate. Please phone 0300 303 8350 for more information and a free consultation. 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 and many statutory bodies including the police, Ashfield Homes, Trent Buses and others attend our meeting. We invite you to come along and have your say to make the area a better place to live. Together we can make a difference! Tel 07527 070459 or reachoutresidents@gmail.com. Next meeting 12th November at Hillcrest Centre, Holgate School at 6.30pm 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 Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider. Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page)
Primary Biliary Cirrhosis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed
with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Wednesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk
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.
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Papplewick & Linby Day Centre
we meet every Friday to provide company & friendship for the over 60’s
Home cooked lunch provided Transport available if needed Outings organised throughout the year and much fun had by all!
We have spaces available... call Jane Watson on
0115 963 0169
Volunteer Assistant Cook wanted for Friday mornings
Volunteers always welcome
City Memory Group Have you been diagnosed with dementia or are caring for someone with dementia? Come along to the City Memory Group, a relaxed social setting for people with a dementia diagnosis accompanied by friends/relatives /carers to attend together amongst friendly and supportive people, to socialise and join in with activities, as well as to benefit from information and support. The group was launched on Feb 3rd and meet monthly on Monday afternoon 1.30pm-3.30pm at St Ann’s Valley Centre Livingstone Road Nottingham NG3 3GG. To find out more about our memory groups, please contact the Dementia Support Service on:0115 9343800.
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Books on Wheels Service Royal Voluntary Service is a national charity with over 70 years experience and 40,000 amazing volunteers of all ages, who support older people to stay independent at home and active in their local community. Our extraordinary history of service to local communities is matched only by our passion to make Britain a great place to grow old. Our Nottinghamshire County Books on Wheels Service is extremely popular and I am in a position that I would like to expand the current service within Hucknall, I therefore need to find new Users for this Service, so if you are housebound and/or unable to visit your local library then please do not hesitate to contact me on the details below. Alternatively you may have a relative or friend who could benefit from receiving a call from one of our friendly Royal Voluntary Service Volunteers who can bring a selection of books and/or talking books on a regular basis. We would also like to recruit Volunteers to this service in Hucknall The key task would be to deliver and collect library books, CD’s etc for older/housebound people. We are looking for individuals who can drive and have access to a car. However if you cannot drive, there are still opportunities to source and collate books within the Library, and also to go on rounds with other volunteers. For your peace of mind, all our volunteers are Disclosure and Barring Service checked To find out more please contact our Service Manager Christine Precious on 01623 703939, Mobile 07834 753385, email: christine.precious@royalvoluntaryservice. org.uk
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KIDS DIARY
If you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.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
Nottingham Boys Choir - We provide a structured environment for boys to sing some of the finest classical music ever written - and modern music too! Come and see why this makes us different. We meet every Wed eve in Carlton. Check out our website www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or call Michael Overbury on 01636 702054. 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. Scout Association - 0115 952 3617 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 John Badgers - (6 - 10yrs) Fri at 6pm - 7.15pm approx. Seymour Rd Baptist Church. Call Victoria McIndoe: 01158598167. Hucknall Bumps & Babies - friendly mother & baby group, meets Friday mornings 10-12 at Watnall Rd Community Centre, Hucknall, NG15 7NH. Newborns & babies up to 1 yr. £2 weekly donantion to cover costs. Find us on Facebook (NCT Hucknall Bumps and Babies) for more info. St John Cadets - (10-16yrs) Tues at 6.30 - 8.00pm approx. Call Katie White on 0115 963 1307 or Steve Cross on 0115 952 9683. 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 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
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Guides, Brownies & Rainbows - Nottinghamshire HQ - 987 7220. Indigo Kids - kids club on Wed evenings 5.30pm - 7.25pm. For children & their siblings on the autistic spectrum
& related social & communication difficulties. Cost £2.50. For further information contact Indigo Kids on 0115 952 1164 (10am - 2pm Mon-Fri term time), email: indigokids@live.com or visit www.indigokids.org.uk
Air Training Corps 1803 (Hucknall) Sqn) - The Aerodrome, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Ages 12-17yrs. Mon 7 - 9pm and Thurs 7 - 9pm. 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. Hucknall Boys Brigade - For more information and contacts see www.18thbb.org.uk Hucknall Sports YCFC Soccer School - fun environment for 4 to 6yr boys & girls. Indoors during winter months, every Sat and Sun 10.30am till 12noon at Hucknall Leisure Centre. Contact Alwyn Sears 07748 842156 or Derek Day 0115 9521122 or visit www.hucknallsports.com for further information. 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 Mini’s Basketball - Hucknall Leisure Centre. Tues 7-8pm (7-10yrs) & 8-9pm (11-12yrs). £2.50. Call Adam McGrory on 07732211696. 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 Primary School, Christchurch Road, Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346. 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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What’s On Easter 2014 8 At Making it! Discovery Centre, Littleworth, Mansfield
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WEDNESDAY 9TH APRIL 10AM – 12PM
THURSDAY 10TH APRIL 10AM – 12PM
TUESDAY 15TH APRIL 10AM – 12PM
RIO 2 SPECIAL Make a hot air balloon for Blu, Jewel & family to help them on their journey. Plus make Rio themed pencil toppers with your favourite characters.
COLOURFUL WIND SOCK Make a meter long fabric wind sock in colourful fabrics of your choice to run free with in the garden. Learn basic sewing skills.
EASTER BUNNY TREATS Join us on the Easter hunt to find prizes & make an Easter bunny cone- plus make your own popcorn & candy floss.
EASTER EGG & CARD Come along to decorate a full sized chocolate Easter egg & make an Easter card for someone special.
WEDNESDAY 16TH APRIL 10AM – 12PM EASTER SWEET TREE
Decorate an Easter pot & create a sweet tree using tasty colourful sweets.
THURSDAY 17TH APRIL 10AM – 12PM CHOCOLATE NEST AND FLOWER POT CHICKS
Join us on the Easter hunt & make an edible chocolate birds nest complete with mini eggs. Also create cute Easter chick using mini flower pots.
JOIN US 18 – 21 APRIL 2014
AT OUR FIRST SPRING HOME AND GARDEN MARKET FOOD, CRAFTS, MAKE IT DEMOS, GARDENING, PLANT STALLS AND MUCH MORE!
Find out more at www.makingitdiscoverycentre.co.uk or phone for booking information 01623 473200
Find the Easter Bunny find the Easter bunny hidden in the magazine jot the page number down and send, along with your contact details to: Easter Bunny Competition ng magazines 5a Stanhope Crescent Arnold, NG5 7AZ 1 lucky winner will receive a £20 Argos voucher Closing date: Thurs 17 April To advertise call 0115 926 9777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk
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Ella’s Teen Talk:
Getting the most from sixth form....
I hate pressure. I am also very pathetic at making decisions; so when someone puts pressure on me to make a decision it never goes too well. School is always putting me in this position and most recently they asked me to start applying to sixth form and college. That is a lot of pressure around a big decision.
Ella Higginbotham aged 16
I’ve heard so many people say that A-levels are one of the hardest things you will ever do (I know this because my 17 year old sister makes the stresses of it all very clear) so this doesn’t exactly fill me with confidence for the next two years. However, they say if you keep doing the things you enjoy then you will get through it, and that’s where I intend to start! My main priority is having friends that keep me grounded; whether that is the friends at my current school or making friends at a new college or sixth form. Surrounding yourself with a good group of people is just as important as everything academic, so try not to get too caught up in it all and remember the people that will help keep you sane through it! Of course I am not saying that the education side isn’t important, because actually in the end that is the whole point, so you do have to focus on what your strengths are. Choose a sixth form/ college where you will feel comfortable with the people and that offers the facilities that you would personally benefit from; choose your subjects wisely, think about that final results day and which subjects you feel you can really achieve in! Other than that, you have to remember that sixth form and college is an experience. Despite what you probably think, it isn’t there to try and ruin your life but to help build your dream future. My parents always tell me stories of how when they were in sixth form (which Next was a looooong time ago) they would sit and play games in the common room issue: and not put too much pressure on themselves. They are both happy and in good jobs and this helps put things into perspective for me. So take the Handling opportunity, have fun getting to know new people and take the challenges in Friends your stride because if you let stress take over then sixth form could be your worst enemy!
kids New Book on Byron’s ‘Best Friends’ Launched at Newstead Abbey
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Geoffrey Bond with friends at Boatswain’s tomb, Newstead Abbey. A unique book, which explores the relationship between Lord Byron and his beloved dogs, has been officially launched at the poet’s former home, Newstead Abbey. ‘Lord Byron’s Best Friends: From Bulldogs to Boatswain and Beyond’, by Nottinghamshire author Geoffrey Bond, sheds new light on Byron’s close relationships with his dogs. Geoffrey, who lives in Burgage Manor in Southwell, home to Byron when he was at Harrow School and Trinity College Cambridge, had fellow Byron enthusiast Nick McCann design his book. Highlights include the children’s book, ‘The Wonderful History of Lord Byron and his Dog’ written in 1807 by E.B.Pigot, which is reproduced entirely in colour for the first time. Geoffrey said: “Lord Byron owned many canine breeds during his lifetime including Bulldogs, Newfoundlands, Mastiffs, Terriers, Greyhounds and even a Poodle. It is through the study of his relationship with these animals, that I hope the reader will gain a greater insight into Byron’s personality and compassion for his animals.” Lord Byron’s Best Friends. From Bulldogs to Boatswain and Beyond’ is available on Amazon priced at £25. To purchase a copy visit http:// amzn.to/1aY2Hr5 For more information visit www.geoffreybondbooks. com or follow us on Twitter @LBBestfriends, look for us on Instagram @lbbestfriends and like us on Facebook at Lord Byron’s Best Friends.
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Calling all CBeebies fans! CBeebies Live! returns with CBeebies Live! The Big Band - a brand new arena show stopping off for two shows at Capital FM Arena Nottingham on 12 April 2014. You can book online, through our Ticket Hotline on 0843 373 3000 or you can call into the Capital FM Arena Nottingham Box Office, Bolero Square, The Lace Market Nottingham, NG1 1LA, which is open 9am - 9pm seven days a week. Entries must be received on or before Monday 24 March 2014 All correct answers will be entered into a draw. The winner will be notified by Friday 28 March.
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Don’t Forget Mother’s Day – 30 March Mothering Sunday was originally a Christian holiday dating back as far as the 17 Century. This is not to be confused with the American “Mother’s Day” that was created early in the 20th Century to celebrate mums and all they do. In 1913 Constance Adelaide Smith, from Nottinghamshire, read an article in a newspaper claiming that Britain planned to introduce the American Mother’s Day to Britain and that this would be celebrated on the second Sunday in May. Although Constance liked the idea of a day devoted to mothers, she decided it would be better to revive the traditional Christian holiday that was held on the fourth Sunday of Lent. What actually happened was a fusion of the two celebrations. With an influx of US servicemen into Britain during the second World War the day became more often referred to as Mother’s Day but the actual day it was celebrated was determined by the Christian calendar.
GIFT IDEAS Mother’s Day doesn’t have to be an expensive affair. Flowers, chocolates and spa vouchers are lovely ideas but for those wanting to move away from the commercial side of things here are some simple but thoughtful (and free) ideas: • Clean your room/tidy the house • Make a homemade card • Make a personalised present • Bake a cake • Print off some cheques pledging your time • Tell her you love her....priceless!!!
Interestingly Constance never married and had no children. She was buried in Coddington, Nottinghamshire where she had lived.
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• www.activityvillage.co.uk for some great craft ideas • www.moneysavingexpert.com/shopping/mothers-day-gift-cheques • www.notonthehighstreet.com for unusual and original gifts • www.tree2mydoor.com a lovely idea for a lasting gift. Tree’s and wild flower seeds. Prices from £10 • www.iwantoneofthose.com unusual gift ideas starting from just over £5
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GOLF THIS SUMMER JOIN MAPPERLEY GOLF CLUB PLAY
MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE 7 Day Membership with Full Playing Rights to 30 September 2014
Very friendly members club Challenging 18 hole mature, parkland course County card reciprocal golf with hundreds of other courses offering discounted green fees Resident golf and teaching professionals Reduced fees for Juniors, Under 30’s & Over 75’s Clubhouse with panoramic views Food and drink served all day Function Room for hire No green fees to pay Can play in but not win board competitions
For details visit us at the club Central Avenue, Mapperely, Nottingham, NG3 5RH or call/email the secretary secretary@mapperleygolfclub.org
£499 0115 955 6672
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MEETINGS, TRAINING AND INTERVIEW SPACE available The Centre has several rooms available to hire which can be set out in a number of layouts to meet your requirements. Registered Charity Number: 1132272
Refreshments and catering can be organised in your room or one of our refreshment areas. Hourly and full day hire available. On arrival your room will be set ready for your class/session with the requested equipment ensuring a prompt start to your session.
Free biscuits for all sessions booked with refreshments during March/April
WE ALSO HIRE ROOMS FOR: • WEDDING RECEPTIONS • CHRISTENINGS • CHILDRENS PARTY HIRE • CELEBRATION PARTIES • BABY SHOWERS
• FUNERAL RECEPTIONS • MEETINGS/CONFERENCES • CHRISTMAS PARTIES • EVENTS • GROUPS/CLUBS • THEATRE/CONCERTS
A: Ogle Street, Hucknall, Nottingham, NG15 7FQ // T: 0115 963 9633 E: godbercentre@btconnect.com // www.johngodbercentre.co.uk (see website for classes and room hire packages)
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St Patrick’s Spring Fair
St Patrick’s Church Hall, Nuthall
Saturday 26 April from 2pm - 4pm
home made cakes, refreshments, tombola, raffle, toys, books, china, glass, plant stalls plus much more... Donations for all stalls very welcome - please place in the box provided at the back of the church. Cakes & plants nearer the time.
Lace Market Theatre presents...
Black Comedy
by Peter Shaffer. A comedy of chaos & confusion set in a power cut
3 - 8 March at 7.30pm matinee 8 March at 2.30pm Information and tickets from
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0115 9507201
Papplewick and Linby Village Hall Wedding Receptions Children’s Parties • Meetings Birthday or Anniversary Parties Community Events etc.
The Dover Beck Flower Club Burton Joyce Village Hall 7.30pm - £5 for visitors - All welcome
Thurs March 20th - “Seasonal Serendipity” - June Borrowdale Thurs April 17th - “Something a bit Willow” - Rachel Poole For more information and tickets please call 0115
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We look forward to helping you host your special event. To arrange a viewing or to discuss your requirements, please call 07817 649643 or email pandlvillagehall@hotmail.com
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The Park Yacht Inn, Trent lane south, Colwick Nottingham, NG2 4DS
Seymour Road Baptist Church
Ruffs Drive, Hucknall The ideal venue for your childrens parties, meetings, small conferences and concerts. Kitchen facillities and various sized rooms are available. Large on-site car park For further details and prices contact:
0115 955 2667
Nottinghamshire
March to December 2014
Guided Walks
Published by the Nottinghamshire Guided Walks Partnership
Programme
With a generous grant from The Big Lottery, we have covered most of the County with our 2014 Guided Walks booklets. From March you should find them in libraries, country parks and information centres. However, if you are unable to pick up a copy, please check our web-site: www.nottsguidedwalks.co.uk Walks for All
Not only can the same information be found there, but we also update it with new walks during the year. You can print off individual walks - or a whole month. As an experiment, we are adding to the web-site five self-guided walks with many informative pictures to help you find and enjoy the routes. Happy walking!
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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+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk DEVINE FITNESS - Come along to ourfun and friendly exercise class. Monday 7 - 8pm, Empire Club, Hucknall NG15
7RE. Only £3. Suitable for all ages and abilities. Mature, qualified and insured instructor. Tel/text Jane on 07946 183058 or just turn up. Zumba with Charm! - (Licensed Instructor) Tues 7 - 8pm Papplewick & Linby Village Hall. All abilities welcome, easy to follow. Just turn up! 07741 448289 only £4 Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502. Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at Longbow, Calverton Rd, Arnold, NG5 8FQ. Speaker & lunch. Call Derek 962 1932 or derek.cordle@btopenworld.com 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. 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 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. Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wednesday and a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: Joy on 07790 624374 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 Primary School, 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. For information contact Aubrey Smith on 0115 963 2424.
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.ssae.org.uk Papplewick & Linby Ladies Circle of Friends - meet fortnightly from end of September to end of May on a Tuesday afternoon. Further information from Maureen Slack on 01773 786725. Newstead W.I - meet every 3rd Monday of the month at the Newstead Centre, Tilford Rd, Newstead Village, NG15 0BS at 7.30pm. All welcome. Come along and try our friendly WI. Further info on 01623 723437. 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. 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. Leenside W.I (Hucknall) - meet on the 3rd Tues monthly. Central Methodist Church Hall at 7.15pm. Ravenshead W.I - meet on the 3rd Wednesday, monthly. 7.45pm at St Peter’s Church Hall, Sheepwalk Lane. Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Bestwood Village Community Centre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. To check out our programme of events go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: secretary@bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents and let the kids play with other Spanish speaking children? Then get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on susana.fernandez@ntlworld.com
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If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Nottingham Reiki - teaches reiki in weekly classes every Thursday. All welcome. 7pm - 9pm at St Johns Community Hall, 1
Nottingham Road, Hucknall, NG15 7QN. Call 0789 627 9350 for details. 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 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 Janet-0115 9375861. 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. 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 National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Monday in month 1.30pm for 2pm-3.30pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org 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 Bestwood Male Voice Choir - enjoy singing? then why not consider joining us for rehearsals on Tuesday nights from 7.30pm until 9.30pm at Bestwood Village Social Club. Singing is healthy, good fun, very sociable and supports many good causes. Tenors are especially welcome! For further details please contact Barry Heath on 01159 177083 Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 9pm at the Horse & Groom (8 cask ales, sandwiches, friendly atmosphere), Radford Rd, NG7 7EA. No membership fees, no playing fees. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info. Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony with the GCC. Every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied. 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 Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tuesday, 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room. Entrance fee. Refreshments. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068. St Johns Ambulance (18+) - Baptist Church, Seymour Rd. Mon 7pm-9pm. Call Mr & Mrs Allcock on 0115 955 9755
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 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. Our next production takes place Thur 8th - Sat 10th May 2014 inclusive. 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 Hucknall Wine Circle - meet 3rd Monday every month at National School, Hucknall at 7.15pm. For more information phone 0115 952 7138. The Nottingham Branch of the Hardy Plant Society - meet on the 2nd Friday monthly (Oct-April) at West Bridgford Community Hall, Church Dr, West Bridgford, NG2 6AY at 7.30pm. Programme of guest speakers. Further info: www.hardy-plant.org.uk/ groups/nottingham or call Sylvia Bennett: 01949 836882/e:muzb@btinternet.com Kimberley Shokotan Karate Club - Tue 7-8pm (beginners), Thurs 6-8pm, Sat 10.30am-12.30pm at the Temple Centre, Nuthall, NG16 1DP. £2.50 per session. For details call 075844 20606 or 07547 382677 Torkard Ensemble - Community music group in Hucknall, we have an instrumental group (grade 5 standard & above) & a choir. We make beautiful music & raise money for local charities through concerts. We are always looking for new members, but are particularly interested in hearing from tenor and bass singers. Contact us at: jen.beaumont@hotmail.co.uk Blidworth & District Historical & Heritage Society - Meet first Tuesday of the month at 7pm, Blidworth Methodist Chapel. For further information contact the secretary Mrs Dale Smallwood on 01623 479978. Age UK Notts Membership - over 40 social activities a month in and around Nottingham everything from coffee mornings to table tennis! Call 0115 841 4473 for more information. 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 Judith on 0115 953 1695.
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What’s On at Hucknall Library??? Flags and Banners Family Workshop: Sat 22nd March 10am - 1pm Have fun creating mini fabric masterpieces with guidance from an experienced artist. Create your own textile designs using a range of simple yet effective techniques to transfer your ideas onto fabric. Free drop-in event.
Family History Surgery - 1st Saturday of the month - 10am - 12 noon Expert volunteers on hand to help you get started on your family tree, with help and advice on family history. Free drop-in session no need to book.
Carers in Hucknall: 4th and 18th March - 1.30pm - 3.30pm A self help group run by and for carers. If you are a carer and need some support please feel free to call in.
Hucknall Library, South Street, Hucknall, NG15 7BS hucknall.library@nottscc.gov.uk Tel: 0115 963 2035
For more information visit www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/
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Abandoned pups helped by local charity Fifteen puppies, abandoned beside a Nottinghamshire canal, are now in loving homes thanks to the combined efforts of kind members of the public and a small charity.
a large pull on the charity’s team and resources. Through working with a vet practice, the charity’s volunteer dog fosterers plus dog welfare team, the charity is delighted to announce that every single pup has now been adopted and is thriving in new homes – like Toby (pictured). Animal Accident Rescue Unit would like to thank all those who helped either by donating food or funds, fostering and adopting these vulnerable puppies. The tireless work continues, however, and funds to help other animals at risk – as well as costs to help neuter the pups when they are old enough – are constantly needed.
Discovered in cold conditions late last year, the puppies appeared to have been callously ‘dumped’. With ages ranging from around seven to eleven weeks, they were all cross-breeds and from five different litters. An alarmed dog-walker thankfully immediately alerted Animal Accident Rescue Unit – a small Nottinghamshire charity. Entirely run by volunteers, and with donations as its sole income source, taking on the puppies was
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To help, call Animal Accident Rescue Unit on 0115-9321555,email:admin@aaru.org.uk, donate via www.animalaccident.org.uk. Cheque donations, made payable to Animal Accident Rescue Unit, can be posted to PO Box 5414, Burton Joyce, Nottingham NG14 5DT. Food donations can also be given most conveniently online, by using the charity’s ‘Wish List’ via the website.Donations of ‘time’ are always equally needed – whilst offering a most rewarding experience! To find out more, click on ‘Volunteer Roles’ on the main website, or call Recruitment on 0115-956 3799.
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Remembering Eric…. With the centenary of the First World War approaching one way we can contribute is to take a closer look at our war memorials and ask ourselves who were the men behind the names? I chose a name at random from one Nottingham war memorial and set out to find out something about the life behind the name - William Eric Woodward. Through researching the census records, I traced his nephew living in Derby. War records, Scouting and other archives gave me a wealth of information allowing me to piece together much of Eric’s short life. Born in 1899, William lived on Gawthorne Street, New Basford. His father, a house decorator, died d ar dw oo W William Eric in 1908 and his mother took up this occupation to support Eric and his younger sister Agnes. Eric was a keen scout, joining the 1st Caledonian troop in 1909. The troop met at Blackwood camp close to the newly built Nottingham prison. A Memorial Gateway still marks the entrance to Blackwood commemorating all Scouts who died in the First World War. Eric’s sister, Agnes, later became Akela of the scout troop. Corporal William Eric Woodward, Durham Light Infantry died on the 29th June 1919 in Leicester Military hospital and is buried in Basford cemetery. He is one of 15 names commemorated on the memorial windows at St Andrews with Castle Gate Church in Nottingham.
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A CHAMPION CARVER by Maureen Newton For a small town Hucknall occupied a prominent place in the country due to the shrine of the poet Byron. It had been a Mecca for lovers of literature from all over the world. However by 1906 Hucknall had another claim to fame because a latter day ‘Sir Francis Chantrey’ had been discovered in the parish.
Parliament. Mr. Edden having at one time been employed as a miner at Hucknall Colliery. The Baroness Burdett-Coutts has purchased several items from Mr. Turton and the Lady Mayoress of Manchester and many other distinguished people have been his clients.”
Who was this champion sculptor and what did he carve? “At Linby Colliery George Turton is in charge of the winding engine. He has displayed a remarkable skill in modelling various articles from coal. He has carved all manner of clever forms and shapes with a fidelity and finish that justify him having the proud title of ‘The Chantrey of Hucknall’. A newspaper representative had an interview with this coalman sculptor recently. George had just returned from work all spattered with grease and coal dust. In reply to a suggestion that he had earned considerable fame as a modeller in coal, Mr. Turton replied that he ‘Had carved a few things in his time but nothing much to talk about.’ ‘Show the gentleman a few’ said his wife and after entering another room he returned with numerous articles that had been fashioned by the deft fingers of the working man sculptor.” “There was a pair of boots of splendid shape and finish cut from two lumps of coal. They were not only true in form but laces had actually been passed through holes bored in the coal and plaited up the leg of the boot. Another pair had buttons carved up the leg of the boot and were absolutely faithful in every respect to the best pair of hand made leather boots. Mr. Turton had also made a really fine model of the ancient village cross at Linby and from time to time has carved all manner of representations of all manner of animals including: elephants, dogs, pigs and various denizens of the farmyard. He has formed a chess board, cribbage board, trays and innumerable ornamental articles from the coal and two or three years ago shaped a magnificent challenge cup from a large block of the black mineral which was offered for competition amongst a number of football teams.” “A pair of boots fashioned by this sculptor from Hucknall coal were sent some years ago to Mr. Alfred Edden on his election to the Australian
“Mr. Turton was asked how he discovered his talent for carving and he replied ‘It must be a gift, I have three brothers who have similar tastes. I began in 1890 trying to make a pair of boots but when I finished them they were not satisfactory – so I tried again and improved on the first pair. Then I went on trying to shape one article or another with increasing success.’ He was asked what tools he used and said ‘Only an ordinary pocket knife and a few small files. Of course the coal is brittle and difficult to work. On many occasions I have more than half completed an article when the whole piece cracked and I have had to make a fresh start. Oh yes, it needs a lot of patience’. The next question was ‘How long does it take you to finish an article?’ ‘That of course depends on what I am making but I can complete a pair of boots in about twelve hours but I require three weeks to make an elephant or a pig.’ Do you have any examples of George’s work? SOURCE: Taken from an article titled ‘The Francis Chantrey of Hucknall Torkard’ in the Mansfield & North Notts. Advertiser Friday March 9th 1906 NOTE: Francis Chantrey was a famous sculptor born 1781 in Norton, Derbyshire but now in South Yorkshire near Sheffield. He began working as a donkey boy taking milk to Sheffield and as he walked he whittled pieces of stick. Eventually he was apprenticed to a wood carver but his heart was set on sculpture. Fame came in 1814 when his design was chosen by the City of London for the statue of George lll to be set in the guildhall. After that he completed many famous works. He left a vast fortune when he died to be used as a fund to promote British painting and sculpture.
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MUSICAL roundup
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Imari is a Ladies Harmony Chorus founded in 1985 and we love to sing. The chorus loves to perform too and is available to sing at any event. We will gladly help raise funds for charity by performing songs from our repertoire. So, if you are female and over 16 years old, come along and sing with us. We rehearse on Thursday evenings 7.30pm to 9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Victoria Road, Draycott DE72 3PS If you would like to book the chorus for your event, or want to find out more information, please contact:Jan Adamson (Events) 01332 674679 Linda Gourlay (Musical Director) 0115 932 5855
Towards the end of another busy year, Colin Pursglove, Chair of Bestwood MVC was delighted to hand over two cheques of £450 each to Macmillan Cancer Support Group and Treetops Hospice at a concert at Our Lady of Assumption Church in Beeston last November. Pictured in the photograph along with Colin from left to right are Janet Sanders, Charity Co-ordinator of Nightingale Macmillan Unit, John Griffiths, Patron of Treetops Hospice and Carol Rigley, Linda Gourley and Carol Harrison from the Imari Ladies Chorus. The funds had been raised at a joint concert with the Imari Ladies Chorus in September 2013 at The Chatsworth Theatre, Long Eaton. Grand Central Chorus – Looking Ahead Following their very successful 2013 Christmas Show, Grand Central Chorus have just announced the date and venue for their 2014 Christmas Show! It will be at 4.30pm on Sunday 7 December in the May Hall, Trent College, Long Eaton - so put that date in your diary now! Full details of guest performers and tickets will be confirmed shortly. Between now and then the chorus has a full schedule of performances and competitions, including the UK Barbershop Championships in Harrogate on Saturday 24 May when, as the 2012 Champions, they will again expect to be amongst the highest scorers from the record 48 choruses taking part.
The chorus welcome potential new members to come along to any of their weekly rehearsals on Wednesday evenings at 7.15pm at Harrington School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. See their website www.grandcentralchorus.com for full details or follow them on Twitter @GrandCentralMen. If you would like Grand Central Chorus to sing at your event, contact Peter on 01530243822 or e-mail publicity.gcc@gmail.com. They can provide a quartet, small chorus or full chorus of up to fifty singers as required. Fees are negotiable and quality is guaranteed.
The community choir has another exciting year ahead. After raising over £1,600 for SOBS - Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide the choir have decided to plan another charity event for later this year. Rehearsals are well under way, 'Legends' is the theme for this years concert and all money raised will be donated to Teenage Cancer Trust. A new community choir will be launched in Bestwood on Thursday 6th March at the Emmanual Church Hall. There will be rehearsals
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Nottingham Centre (National Trust)
Spring/Summer 2014
HUCKNALL TOURISM &
REGENERATION GROUP After a very successful Christmas and New Year, we are now concentrating on arranging this year’s guided bus tours.
The Nottingham Centre’s winter programme of talks continues until the AGM on April 24th. March 13th at 2.15pm: The Chaworth & Musters Family, by Richard Starr. March 27th at 7.30pm: French Impressions, by Gordon Gadsby. April 10th at 2.15pm: Alan Tyler April 24th at 7.30pm: AGM followed by The Nottingham Centre Year 2013 During the summer months a variety of excursions and holidays are arranged. Activities for the summer of 2014 are as follows: Outings and Holidays Wednesday 16th April – An excursion has been arranged to the Macclesfield Silk Museums. Monday 12th May – Ironbridge Gauge Museums. Tuesday 10th June – Alford, and Gunby Hall, Lincs. Friday 18th July – Wrest Park, Beds. Thursday 21st August – The Bronte Museum, Yorkshire. Wednesday 24th September – Hampton Court Palace. HOLIDAYS Bonnie Scotland, 1st - 6th June 2014 Norfolk, 2nd – 4th October 2014 All meetings take place at the Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham. Admission is £2 for members, £3 for visitors, who are always warmly welcomed. To join costs £6 for one, £10 for two, but you must be a member of National Trust to join the Nottingham Centre and you must be a member of the Centre to go on the excursions, which are very popular. For more information contact Mrs.Heather Brooks, tel. 0115 9436272 Email:heatherbro@aol.com or visit the Centre website: www.nottinghamnt.co.uk
This year we are including four tours to D H Lawrence sites. These are at a cost of £5, payable on booking, to cover the cost of entrance to the museum, the house, and light refreshments. Bookings for the guided bus tours will be taken from 1st April, and can be made by any of the methods listed below. Tel: 0115 9638566 Email: htrg@outlook.com Website: www.hucknalltrg.btck.co.uk Facebook: /HucknallTRG Twitter: @HucknallTourism We are also supporting the Byron Cinema Project to enable that group in their quest to re-open the cinema. They arrange fortnightly events in the Byron Bingo Hall in an effort to raise some funds. Craft fairs, farmers markets etc. are planned. We are also involved with the Byron Festival Committee, helping to organise the Festival which will run from Saturday, 28th June through to Sunday 6th July. Many interesting events will be included.
Nottingham Flower Club
April 10th - Willow Workshop with Rachel Poole - Sheffield April 24 - “Kaleidoscope” by Carol Black, Stockport
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Doors open: 6.45pm for 7.15pm All Welcome. Visitors £5 willow materials extra
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WHAT’S YOUR WORTH?
by Helen Jones
The real value of many people’s incomes has shrunk considerably over the past few years as wages fail to keep up with inflation. This coupled with a large number of employers struggling to maintain their workforce let alone offer pay increases has created a culture of “put up and shut up” which is demotivating and negative which in turn inhibits growth. As the economic forecasts at the start of this New Year continue to show steady signs of recovery some of you will be considering a career move where potentially you feel you will be better rewarded and valued. I would always advise caution in this scenario. A proven track record with one employer is still an asset on your CV rather than jumping ship every few years or so. Knowing how to negotiate a pay increase is a skill once learnt that will serve you well throughout your working life. When setting out to achieve this, your attitude towards the exercise is key. It’s not a case of ‘me v. them’ rather an aim to work in partnership so that both parties are satisfied with the outcome. Here are my recommendations to consider when planning this type of negotiation. • Timing – judge your request on your knowledge of your employer’s current situation. If there are redundancies pending then it’s most definitely not the right time to try and negotiate. It would be far better to raise the matter at the time of a personal review or appraisal. • Research – The internet is very effective for assessing current market values. Look at job adverts, salary surveys and social media ie LinkedIn to see what salaries are being offered. You could also speak to colleagues within your current organisation doing similar roles – however be careful with this as some employment contracts contain restrictive covenants which do not allow employees to discuss remuneration with each other. • Communicate – Even if your immediate line manager is not the ultimate decision maker they are likely to be involved at some point in the process so do make them aware of your intentions. • Be specific – build your case with solid examples of results that demonstrate your value. Can you use recommendations from colleagues who work with you on a daily basis? • Discuss – by definition negotiation is about discussion and compromise. It makes sense to demonstrate a level of flexibility. If budgetary restraints prohibit any chance of a salary increase maybe extra holidays or a bonus scheme would be acceptable? • Be quiet – know when to not speak. Don’t commit to an offer immediately – take time to consider.
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When closing your discussions be gracious, professional and polite. The world of work is actually a very small place and with social media and networking sites becoming increasingly powerful you never know who is talking to whom. Make sure your professional reputation remains unblemished. For further advice or help with your recruitment needs please contact me direct hjones@ solosconsultants.co.uk “Our Talent is Finding Yours” © Helen Jones
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Accountants/Book keepers Low Cost Accounting 53 Aerials/TV’s/Audio 1st Astral Aerials ADI Aerials Phil Chapman TV Confused
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Bathrooms/Kitchens/ Bedrooms Contour Furnishings Haydn Interiors Ltd SLR Installations Sliding Door Wardrobes
48 30 41 47
Beauty/Nails Image Beauty Salon Top to Toe
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Building Services / Roofers / Fascias Arnold Building & Roofing 39 Canterburys 29 Ernhale Roofing 42 Notts Building & Roofing 49 Nottm Roofing 42 PG Stapleton 30 Mick Roofer 37 Business Services Notts Business Venture Synergy
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Car Repairs Chips Away
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Carpets/Flooring Byron Carpets
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Chimney Sweeps Homesweep
Electricians D J Hill Electrical Connections Vernon Electrical Wing Electrical
41 45 49 33
Equestrian Martins Farm
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Estate/Lettings Agents Martin & Co
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Fencing Busy Bees Canterburys Malfords Premier Fencing
40 46 27 28
Foot Health Mobile Foot Clinic Suzanne Gratton Fisher
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Furniture Armstrongs Mill
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Gardening/Groundwork/Paving Aurora Landscapes 48 B & P Paving 32 Michael Cant 26 Fairmead Garden Serv 39 GardenUpkeep 49 Littlegreen Landscapes 28 Mulhollands 29 P & G Home & Garden 26 Premier Paving 34 Golf Clubs Mapperley Golf Club Oakmere Park Golf Club
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Cleaning/Drive Cleaning John Beresford MJ Cleaning Select Finish
Hair Salons/Mobile Katrina Morley Top to Toe
9 8
30 48 43
Handyman Services Jason Craddock P & G Home & Garden
41 26
Computer Repairs/IT Giggle Computers
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Cruises Princess River Cruises
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Health & Fitness Guided Walks Kimberley Bowls Redhill Hockey Club
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Dance Schools Ann Culley
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Design & Print Nottingham Printing
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Domestic Appliance Repairs C.Moore Service Ltd 42 N.A.R 37 Drainage/ Pipe Clearance ADK Drains
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House Clearance/Removals Andy 26 Introduction Agencies Matchmates
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Ironing Services The Ironing Board
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Joiners/Timberwork Beecroft Joiners JM Joinery
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Kids Activities Making it!
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Oven Cleaning/Repairs Ernehale Oven Valet Oven Repairs 4U Spring Fresh
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Painting/Decorating James MJC Decor Paul Tinsley Lee Wright
30 28 45 42
Pest Control MW Pest Control
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Plastering C J Plastering G & J Plastering
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Plumbing & Heating All Weathers Bryn Vernon P.Byrne Plumbing Ignis P & H Kingfisher P & H MS Waterworks Stella Heating T & S Heating
40 27 45 47 2 48 39 31
Property Maintenance Jason Craddock
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Restaurants/Takeaways The Banyan Tree
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Skip Hire KSH Skip Hire
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Tilers/Tile Retailers emc Tiles
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Trade Directories Age UK
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Tree Surgeons Charnwood Trees Mulhollands Squirrel Tree Services
26 27 37
Turf Suppliers Greendale Turf
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Upholstery/Fabric Chris Hemmings
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Venues for Hire The John Godber Centre Papplewick Village Hall Seymour Rd Baptist Church
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Windows/Doors/ Conservatories Bridgfords H & G Canterburys East Midlands Windows JAS Windows
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HOW TO CONTACT YOUR SAFER NEIGHBOURHOODS TEAMS HUCKNALL POLICE STATION Watnall Road, Hucknall Opening hours: 8am – 8pm Mon to Fri, 9am – 5pm Sat & Sun Tel:101, ext. 804 4747
www.nottinghamshire.police.uk
HUCKNALL CENTRAL PC Shaun Radford Tel: 07872 678181 PCSO Simon Gazzard Tel: 07525 226763
Email: hucknallcentraltcbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk
HUCKNALL EAST PC Nigel Malik Tel: 03003009999 ex: 804 4747 PCSO Martin Chilton Tel: 07702 141847
Email: hucknalleastbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk
HUCKNALL NORTH PC Dave Nicks Tel: 07595 074407 PCSO Louise Higgins Tel: 07525 989445
Email: hucknallnorthbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk
HUCKNALL WEST PC Steve Kirby Tel: 07702 141762 PCSO Simon Zacharia Tel: 07595 074207
Email: hucknallwestbeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk To find out more about events in your area visit www.nottinghamshire. police.uk and enter your postcode in the postcode search tool.
from your neighbourhood team.. We are nearing the end of our endurance test with the dark and relentlessly cold winter nights. In typical British fashion, we’ll have already rescued our shorts from the clutches of the ‘Winter Clothes Monster’, and be thinking about tackling the garden because the hedges need trimming desperately, and the lawns have started to grow again. The spring arriving can mean only one thing; sheds and garages are unlocked and the power tools come out. Check that your home insurance extends to the belongings you keep in your outbuildings. Keep doors locked and when you are working in the garden or on your car and close your shed or garage door so as not to advertise what you keep inside. Following a number of burglaries last year we need to enhance the security in our homes and gardens and we can do this with the help of a few simple but very important pointers. First of all, remember to lock your front and back doors if you are going out. It sounds like basic common sense, but some people forget to do this when they are going out especially if they are in a rush. Don’t assume the neighbours will be watching or the dogs will bark if they hear an intruder! Locking your doors will take a matter of minutes and will give you peace of mind whilst you are out. The same applies if you are going away for the Easter break; you want to be able to enjoy yourself and not have to worry about things back at home.
in the next room, but would you notice if someone snatched your mobile phone through an open window or hopped in and grabbed your laptop from the coffee table? Please be vigilant about this. Finally, please take a moment to consider the process you go through when answering a knock at your door. Do you know who is calling before you open it? Unfortunately, there are some dishonest people in this world. Be wary of strangers who come to your home without an appointment, offering a service or claiming to be from the council, a utilities company or any other organisation. Look through the spyhole or window or call to that person to establish who they are before opening your door. Always ask for identification and verify this by checking it against the telephone directory and calling the company they claim to work for. If you have any doubts about them, do not let them into your home. If they are genuine they will be more than willing to arrange at a later date, by which time you can check they are who they claim to be, and ensure there is someone at home with you when they next call. If in doubt, keep them out! We want you to be happy and safe in the warmer weather. Report any suspicious visitors to us on 101.
It may sound silly but you also need to remember to lock your doors when you are home and in the garden, and also don’t leave windows open in unattended rooms. You might only be
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