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If you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat (150 characters) per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Jo Jingles - fun music & movement classes for babies & children aged 3mths-5yrs. Locations include West Bridgford & Gamston. www.jojingles.com/nottingham or call Gaynor on 0870 900 4567 Abacus Toddlers - every Monday 10-11.30am, Gamston Village Hall, NG2 6QP. Suitable for under 5s & their families.For more info visit: www.abacusplaygroup.co.uk East Midlands Swimming Academy - offer lessons at our West Bridgford pool to all ages from babies to adults. Very small groups. Please visit www.em-sa.co.uk or call 01773 744899 where our friendly staff are waiting for your call. Leahurst Road Pre-school - Leahurst Road (2-3 yrs) & Edwalton Extension, Vicarage Green (3-4 yrs). Contact us on 07941 616369 or leahurstroad@ntl.com or visit www.leahurstrdpreschool.org.uk Little Rockets Toddler Group - Lutterell Hall, West Bridgford every Monday in term time from10am11.30am. £2 per family. Unlimited free tea, coffee & biscuits. Soft play area, craft area, song time. Contact: jenniferallen2230@icloud.com Nottingham City Netball Club - open to all abilities, train indoors at Nottingham Girls High School. All are made welcome. Call Pauline: 07980 917523. The Hermitage Pre-school - Ruddington. Open Mon-Fri 9-12 term time only. Quality early years educatioin for chiildren aged 2-5. Tel Teresa Gough or Tracey Jukes on 07923 487030. West Bridgford Methodist Baby & Toddler Group - open Wednesdays in term time 9.3011.30 & 13.30-15.00. £2.50 per family. On the corner of Patrick Rd & Musters Rd. Please contact familyworker@wbmethodist.org.uk for more info. West Bridgford Baptist Church Toddlers - every Wednesday in term time 10-11.30am. £1 per child & adult (extras 50p). Free play, crafts & singing time. Contact Ann: 0115 981 0690 or family@ westbridgfordbaptist.church Unlimited Theatre Drama Classes - Wednesdays 6pm - 7.30pm at Heymann Primary School, West Bridgford. Spaces available for 8-12 yrs. www.unlimitedtheatre.co.uk St Giles Pre-School - term time only from 9.10am - 12.10pm + Thursday lunch club. Based in Lutterell Hall, Church Drive, West Bridgford. For more info call Justine on 07434 047956 or email: stgilesplaygroupwb@hotmail.co.uk Holy Spirit Baby and Toddler Group - every Thursday in term time 10 - 11.30am. Holy Spirit Social Centre, on the corner of Victoria Road and Melton Road. £1 per family. Please contact: holyspirittoddlergroup@hotmail.com for more info. Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in St Paul’s Church, Carlton on Wednesday evenings 6.15 - 7.30pm. Take a look at our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or just drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun! Edwalton Parish Church Toddlers Group - NG12 4AB. Meet every Tues, term time, 10am-11.30am. We welcome all children & their carers for friendship & conversation. £1 per family. Free refreshments. For more info: edwaltonchurch@yahoo.co.uk or visit www.churchedwalton.plus.com Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Rd, Bestwood Village NG6 8UN. Monday’s & Friday’s 6.30-7.30pm April to October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 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. 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. Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, shooting.For 13-18yr olds. Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 5pm - 6pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.8yrs +. For more info call 0115 808 4508 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btck.com Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7 to 11 yr olds, along with hardball teams for ages 11-15. Please contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details. BMX Race Club - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run regular races and coaching sessions. All ages welcome. Race bikes & helmets to loan for new members. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. For more info visit www. nottinghamoutlaws.com.
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kids The Flying High Trust hosts super art event for 9 primary schools!
Children from all over Nottinghamshire came together at Bilsthorpe Flying High Academy for an art event with the help of professional artist Sarah Palmer. The children came from nine different schools; all part of The Flying High Trust, a primary schools’ multi-academy trust founded in Nottinghamshire and based at Cotgrave.The idea behind the event was simple says Chris Wheatley, Chief Executive Officer at The Flying High Trust. “The Trust Arts event has been a huge success, bringing together children from across our nine schools who demonstrate a real talent and passion for the arts.” Artist Sarah Palmer said that various skills were needed to create the works of art, “It is a lovely opportunity for the children to get together and create part of a large installation for their awards ceremony. They have done an amazing job! The work has been quite technical, they have needed patience and an understanding of mathematics as well as art and they have made a really good job of it.” The Flying High Trust has member primary academies all over Nottinghamshire including Ernehale Junior School (Arnold), Hillside Primary and Nursery School (Hucknall), The Flying High Academy (Ladybrook Mansfield), Beeston Fields Primary and Nursery School, Greythorn Primary School (West Bridgford) and Edwalton Primary School.
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Students Talk Politics with Lilian Greenwood MP
The Nottingham Emmanuel School received a visit from Lilian Greenwood MP who took a tour of the school and talked at length with Sixth Form students about the current political climate and topics close to their hearts. Lilian Greenwood MP serves as the Labour Member of Parliament for Nottingham South and said that politicians should be approachable to constituents. Martin Skinner, (Nottingham Emmanuel Teacher of Religious Studies & Sixth Form Service and Leadership Development) said that the students were a credit to the school, showing passion and commitment to being well informed. Niall Ruane (Careers & Employability Champion) agreed. “The students acquitted themselves well, asking thoughtful questions on a range of topics including the UK economy and the incumbent government’s role in this, the upcoming EU referendum and its potential impact on society, the new labour leadership and the unity of the party. Lilian Greenwood MP offered a clear insight to the students on her views about these topics, demonstrating how issues are discussed and dealt with in office. It was a valuable experience for our students and a chance for our politicians to measure just how important and relevant these unfolding current events are to future generations.”
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Enjoy Festivals Safely Festival season is here and there are some fantastic events on offer in the region such as Gloworm at Southwell. Festivals can draw huge numbers of people, all converging on a small area to enjoy themselves and have a great time. However, any event that attracts large crowds is also likely to draw a small number who will seek opportunities to commit crime. If you’re heading to a festival this summer, locally or elsewhere, here are a few steps you can take to help ensure thieves don’t ruin your experience. Make sure your day doesn’t end before it’s even begun and keep your festival ticket close to you at all times – everyone knows those things don’t come cheap! It won’t be the first thing on your mind, but when you first get to the festival, try and take a few minutes to figure out how you can report any suspicious behavior or crime. When the sun goes down and the music draws to a close, make sure you stick to a well-lit exit route, ideally with a group of friends.
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Spruce up your Summer Salads Salads have come a long way since I was a child. My memories are of a rather uninspiring collection on a plate or in some wooden bowl with those wooden “salad” implements – usually a radish, a couple of lettuce leaves, a spring onion and a couple of tomatoes, with a slice of ham or a hard-boiled egg, and always undressed (except perhaps for a bit of Salad Cream). Salad dressings, extra-virgin olive oil and white wine vinegar were things we only saw on holidays abroad. It wasn’t always like this, of course, salads go back almost as long as food history itself. We know that mixed greens with a dressing were enjoyed by the ancient Greeks and Romans and as time progressed salads
(from the Latin “sal” - salted, as salt was a key ingredient in the dressings) they became more and more elaborate and complicated. In the 17th and 18th Centuries the “Grand” salads could have upwards of 20 different ingredients and form the centrepiece of the table. The “Insalata a La Reale or “Royal Salad” contained 27 different ingredients including exotic items such as comfits, capers, pumpkin, dried fruits, olives and pomegranate seeds. Salads have undergone a renaissance in recent years and are nothing like the simple fare of my childhood. But if you are still stuck in a bit of rut when it comes to summer suppers, why not try one of these recipes and ring the changes.
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Herby Grilled Cucumber & Peach and Tomato Salad Mozzarella Salad Ingredients (amounts according to numbers)
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon chopped fresh oregano (substitute dried if necessary) 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar Baby Plum Tomatoes (halved lengthways) 1 cucumber – peeled if you prefer, seeded and sliced Half a red onion, thinly sliced Handful of fresh mint leaves – chopped Handful fresh flat leaved parsley Handful of chopped fresh Dill Salt and Black Pepper Crumbled Feta Cheese – to taste Whisk together the first 3 ingredients for the dressing, then toss together the rest of the ingredients in a large bowl with the dressing. Season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with crumbled feta.
This one is a bit of effort – but well worth it! Ingredients (amounts according to numbers) 3 peaches 2 spring onions Handful of chopped fresh coriander 2 tablespoons honey Half teaspoon of salt Half teaspoon lime zest Half teaspoon ground cumin Large pinch chilli powder (to taste) 1 tablespoon Tequila (optional) 2 or 3 tablespoons Olive oil I pack watercress or rocket (washed) Fresh Mozzarella Peel and chop 1 peach. Cut remaining peaches in quarterinch thick rounds (cut through the stem at top and bottom and then slice sideways-in until just before you hit the stone). Mix together the chopped peach, spring onions and next 7 ingredients (& Tequila if using) in a food processor, add olive oil to desired consistency and pulse a couple of times until combined. Oil a cold griddle pan and heat to a medium high heat. Brush
both sides of the peach rounds with some of the dressing and grill each peach round for 3-5 minutes. Arrange watercress on a plate and alternately layer a round of mozzarella and slice of peach, drizzle with remaining dressing.
Watermelon, Gorgonzola and Toasted Pecans Ingredients (amounts according to numbers) Large handful of chopped pecans Half a Watermelon seeded and cubed 1 pack baby salad leaves, or lambs lettuce Crumbled Gorganzola cheese Gently dry fry pecans until lightly toasted. Leave to cool. Combine watermelon and leaves in a large bowl, transfer to a large platter and sprinkle with the pecans and cheese. Dress with something like a red wine vinaigrette or a balsamic drizzle.
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Jacob Gamble, exstudent and now employee at The Nottingham Emmanuel School has been nominated in two categories at the National Apprentice Awards 2016. Jacob was nominated by Pro-Start, his apprenticeship company in ‘Apprenticeship Champion of the Year’ and ‘Apprentice of the Year’ after he excelled in his training at The Nottingham Emmanuel School. He has since gone on to land a permanent position at the school, working with his former mentor Ashley Potts. Ashley Potts (Systems Manager at Nottingham Emmanuel School) is now Jacob’s line manager and says that he is thriving in the fast paced job. “I am constantly receiving positive feedback on how efficient and fast Jacob has completed his jobs and the fact he always has a happy approachable attitude. As a school we couldn’t have asked for a more hard working, positive employee, who has embraced his role and is very well liked by the staff.” Jacob had finished his level 2 and embarked on to his level 3 qualifications when his teacher from Pro-Start, Nick Malysz told him that he had been nominated for two categories at the Apprentice Awards, the final winners to be announced in November. During his training, Jacob’s personal attributes and skill at the work involved meant that Ashley Potts became interested in holding on to the home grown talent. “Now Jacob works here and we are delighted. We have a plan in place for his further development over the next three years to ensure he keeps progressing in his career. I couldn’t be more pleased, - technicians like Jacob don’t come around very often!”
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Nottingham Emmanuel School Student’s Ice Hockey Dream Is A Step Closer Sean Morris, a student at The Nottingham Emmanuel School has taken a step closer to his dreams after leading Nottingham’s Tiger Cubs ice hockey team to victory in the National U13’s Championships. The U13’s National Championships (English Ice Hockey Association) final was played out in Sheffield against Chelmsford, a strong competitor, but the Tiger Cubs triumphed 2-0. Team Captain Sean said, “I was relaxed about the semis because it was my 3rd nationals, and we had already played at other big stages in front of large crowds. The finals were a great experience and was a good result! Each team member gets to hold onto the trophy for a week and then pass it on.” Dedicated Dad Tony Morris watched the league games and the final match and said, “It was an awesome achievement! I was most nervous during the semi’s when they played against the winners of the Southern league. We expected a tough game, and that’s how it proved. But they won that and then went onto win the finals!” Sean says that he is now aiming for his dreams to play in the NHL (National Hockey League- USA) and then start at the Kamloop Blazers (British Columbia); a prestigious team who have won the most Memorial Cups of any team in the Western Hockey League. There seems little doubt of Sean’s future success with strong support from his family and his school too. John Blakeley, a teacher and pastoral manager to year 8 at The Nottingham Emmanuel School said, “We are really proud of Sean and all that he has achieved and are happy to continue supporting him with his Ice Hockey. He is a really committed sportsman and credit to his family and the school.”
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It’s a Mega Mayfest!
Local girls take part in the biggest festival of the year Notts’ biggest girls-only festival of the year was staged by Girlguiding Nottinghamshire in May. The 900+ festival-goers who gathered for ‘Mega Mayfest’ at Newark Showground included members of Rainbows (aged 5-7), Brownies (7-10), Guides (10-14), Rangers, Young Leaders and Senior Section (14-25) plus adult leaders and volunteer helpers from all over the county. Joining in the fun were members of 10th West Bridgford Guides. ‘Being in Guides is amazing, and events like this give us the opportunity to do new things,’ said Liberty Anderson (13) who especially enjoyed the inflatable obstacle course. Amelia Gore (13) agreed. ‘It was great to spend a weekend with our Guiding friends, doing things we wouldn’t normally get to do. And it made me realise just how many people do Guiding – we’re just a fraction of many!’ Mega Mayfest was the last official event for Girlguiding Nottinghamshire’s outgoing County Commissioner Kate Royse. ‘What a mega day!’ she reflected. ‘After five fabulous years as County Commissioner for Girlguiding Nottinghamshire, I can’t think of a better way to say thank you to all the girls across Notts who have helped make my job so rewarding – and such fun!’ Enquiries about volunteering and working with Girlguiding Nottinghamshire are always welcome: explore www. girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk to find out more.
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r Review: a W il iv C a eric Captain Am TING!!!! STOP FIGH We’ve had the Son of Krypton Vs the Bat of Gotham. We’ve had the Devil of Hell’s Kitchen Vs the Unstoppable Force that is the Punisher. And we’ve had Deadpool Vs, well, everyone. Now the Marvel Cinematic Universe is being ripped in two as it too sees it’s heroes at each other’s throats, with the formidable Team Ironman facing off against the Righteous Team Cap. Seriously, villains, you might as well just take this year off, recuperate and finally get out of that damn chair Thanos! In Captain America Civil War, the heroes of the MCU that we have all come to love, come under scrutiny by the government. While they have saved a ton of lives; the undeniable catastrophic destruction they constantly leave in their wake is an issue that cannot be ignored anymore. Government’s of the world want to put the Avengers on a leash, making them more responsible for their actions. This new act puts a divide straight down the middle of the Avengers; with Ironman wanting the act to help lessen the destruction caused by his and his team and Cap thinking the governments involvement will hinder their heroic efforts and possibly stop them from saving lives in the future. And so the battle lines are drawn, the MCU is split in two and the two sides are sent on an inevitable collision course as friend is forced to fight friend and a family is ripped apart. This story not only puts every single character of the MCU in interesting and new positions but leaves the whole universe in a state of turmoil that is utterly compelling to watch. For a movie that involves a 16 year old wearing a spider themed onesie, the themes and moral questions raised are explored surprisingly well. Each character was marvellously represented in this movie. The returning cast slip effortlessly back into their roles and even manage to bring their performances up a notch. Robert Downey Jr. turned another great performance as Tony Stark/ Ironman and seeing his pain from past events haunt him through this movie and motivate every single decision was, especially as a long-time fan of this film series, truly satisfying to see.
So the storyline was well done, the characters amazingly well represented, and the comedy skilfully woven in, but what about the war part of Civil War? Well the action of this movie was bonkers. Basically I can’t give this film’s action enough credit. When you make what is probably the best superhero showdown of all time and show me Spider-man swinging about in all that mess being a snarky badass, that’s quite a feather in your cap. So yeah, this movie is unquestionably amazing, fantastic, all the positive adjectives Stan Lee put before his superhero’s comic book title. You can tell that every detail was handled with care and precision; mindful of the MCU’s rich past, but also put it on a very interesting and fresh path. This film is easily the best Marvel has made and I can’t wait to see where our heroes are taken in the future. Captain America Civil War = 10/10 © Sam Burton (aged 19)
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friend Keyah and getting used to the outdoors in the paddock, it was an exciting day to let Ekozu out into the African Reserve. Ailsa has been an exemplary mum, showing Ekozu around the reserve and keeping him safe by her side. White rhinos can communicate vocally and we could hear Ekozu making lots of cute squeaking sounds. The sounds relate to when he is excited, curious or just calling to Mum.” Southern white rhino face a huge threat in the wild due to habitat loss and more commonly, poaching. At the last count, only around 20,000 wild southern white rhinos remained and in South Africa alone, 1,175 were killed in 2015. Ekozu is the first baby rhino to be born at the at the tourist attraction since his dad Barney, who was born in 2005. He makes up the number of rhinos in the crash to six. Further information is available from the Park’s official website www.wmsp.co.uk or by telephone 01299 402114 You can follow the progress of the baby rhino on the Safari Park’s official Facebook page: http://www.wmsp.co.uk/facebook
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home & garden Heartfelt Thanks To Thousands At Nottinghan Race For Life
Victoria Embankment in Nottingham became a sea of pink when thousands of women joined together at Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life. Over 4,000 mums, grans, daughters, sisters, aunts, workmates and friends united with one mission in mind – to beat cancer sooner. Now organisers of the 5k and 10k events are sending a heart-felt message of thanks to everyone who took part and all their supporters. And they’re asking them to make every step count by paying in their sponsorship money as soon as possible so that it can be used to fund pioneering research. Last year, Race for Life in Nottingham raised an incredible £274282 for Cancer Research UK. This year, the charity hopes the 4,000 who have entered will collectively hit a fundraising target of £245,000. Danny Farrington, Race for Life event manager said: “Many people don’t realise that their entry fee only covers the cost of the event. It’s the sponsorship money that really makes a difference. So, whatever the amount, we’re asking everyone to make every effort to return their sponsorship money as soon as possible. It can be paid in online, by phone, by cheque or in person at a Cancer Research UK shop.” For information on returning sponsorship money, or to make a donation, visit www. raceforlife.org
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Number Of Retirees Expecting To Leave An Inheritance Falls To Lowest Level In Six Years The number of new retirees who think that they can afford to leave a financial legacy to their children has fallen to the lowest level it has been for six years according to the latest research, despite recent changes in rules around inheritance tax.
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by helping both their children and their grandchildren. Of those retiring in 2016, 35% are providing average handouts of nearly £250 a month, and 13% are giving away over £500 a month. This year’s retirees are financially supporting an average of four family members, with 81% most likely to support children and/or their children’s partners, 15% providing financial support to their own parents, and 5% paying out to support their grandparents. The extent of this money given to family members is most likely used for daily living expenses, with 8% providing money for food and travel costs, and a further 8% making individual contributions towards luxury purchases like holidays, a car or a new television. 7% have contributed towards a house deposit for a family member and 6% have helped to cover university costs. However as a result of providing this financial support, 23% of retirees are planning to take paid employment in their retirement, and 23% plan to sell their family home in order to maintain income. For advice or information on leaving a financial legacy call Rothera Sharp’s Wills and Probate team on 0800 088 6270
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WOODTHORPE SINGERS
warmly welcomes members, of all abilities. No auditions or need to read music. We sing a variety of light classical music and show songs. Rehearsals are in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe on Mondays 8.00 - 9.30pm., term time only. Each season ends with a fund raising Concert for a charity chosen by members and a social evening. Please ring our Chairperson, John Duffy 07713607138 or john@duffy optometrists.co.uk
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Due to retirement, community choir is looking for a new Musical Director. We meet at St Mark’s Church Hall, Woodthorpe on Monday evenings and give two concerts a year. Our current repertoire includes Songs from Shows, Folk, Choral and Gospel but we are open to new genres. If interested, please contact our Chairperson John Duffy Mobile: 07713 607138 or Email:john@duffy-optometrists. co.uk
Bestwood Male Voice Choir Latest Concerts Saturday 20 August All Hallows Church, Gedling at 7pm In aid of the Friends of All Hallows
Sunday 11 September Bestwood MVC Annual Charity Concert at 3pm - in support of HEADWAY
Bingham and District Choral Society After a highly successful (all tickets sold!) joint concert with Southwell Choral Society in early May, Bingham and District Choral Society is now enjoying its annual summer break. We have a lovely programme of music lined up for the autumn, including works by Pergolesi (Magnificat), Mozart (Solemn Vespers) and Vivaldi (Beatus Vir), and rehearsals will begin on Wednesday 7th September 2016 at 7pm (thereafter 7.15pm) until 9.30pm at Carnarvon School, Nursery Road, Bingham, NG13 8EH . Whether you would like to return to choral singing or try it for the first time, we are always happy to welcome new members. If you are interested, please speak to Janet Chapman on 0115 9332834. We would also like to draw your attention to a superb concert on Saturday 24th September at St Mary’s Parish Church, Bingham. The renowned international piano duettists, Anthony Goldstone and Caroline Clemmow, will be playing a scintillating selection of pieces by Schubert, Rimsky-Korsakov and Saint-Saens. Part of the profits of the evening will go towards the funding of the choir. For tickets, please contact Tim (0115 878 0642) or Richard (0115 9333493).
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are pleased to once again present their annual concert at CENTRAL METHODIST CHURCH, Market Square, Hucknall, NG15 7AB. The date to mark in your diaries is Saturday 1st October at 2.30pm. This year the concert features the SOUTHWELL MINSTER GIRLS CHOIR who will be performing some of Coates’ music to choral settings, plus a selection of music from their forthcoming C.D. Former Bert Kampfert trumpeter JOHN BARKER also joins the concert to give us some nostalgic orchestral music Tickets are again held at £5 and can be obtained from Hucknall Library, Sweet Cafe, Hallmark Cardshop or by ‘phone- 0115 963 4662
The Rock’n’Soul Singers are a 50 strong mixed choir, formed 4 years ago and based in Underwood. We have great fun singing mainly rock and pop songs in 3 or 4 parts . We’re pleased to have been supporters of Clic Sargent children’s cancer charity for the past year and have raised £2450 through activities ranging from concerts and singing in the Victoria centre, to Christmas carol singing in local pubs. On 8th October we are delighted to be joined by Eastwood Collieries’ Male Voice Choir in an Octoberfest of music in Underwood Church. To find out more about us, please visit our website: www.rocknsoul.org. uk
Gem Connection have recently held another successful “Be A Gem For A Day” workshop where 36 ladies signed up to join them for the day to learn the art of unaccompanied four part harmony singing with the chorus. The ladies enjoyed a day of fun complete with a lavish buffet lunch and received coaching in breathing, word shaping, presentation and also choreography to enhance the performance of SHINE (by Take That’s Gary Barlow) which was arranged by musical arranger Heather Lane from within the chorus. The song was performed at the end of the day. Watch this space for our next Be A Gem For A Day workshop. You might like to join us next time.The Gem’s always welcome an audience to any of their practice evenings held on Thursday evening at Harrington Middle school, Derby Road, Long Eaton. Please note that through the school holidays, rehearsals will be at Long Eaton School, Thoresby Road, Long Eaton. For more info on the chorus. Please visit; www.gemconnection.org
Cat With Impeccable Manners Seeks Home Being a former stray is no barrier to having impeccable manners as Oscar, rescued by a local charity, proves. Taken in by Animal Accident Rescue Unit, this beautiful blue-eyed boy deserves his own home. He is being fostered for by one of the charity’s volunteers, who says: ‘Oscar’s about five years old, playful and perfect company for my own cat. He’s quite shy, so he’d prefer an adult house, but is gaining confidence.’ As with all the charity’s cats, Oscar is ‘homeready’: having been “snap” FIV/FeLV bloodtested, for which he is clear – wormed, flea-treated, neutered, micro-chipped, litter trained plus vaccinated for a year; his new owner needs to continue his vaccinations. To ask more about Oscar contact the Adoption Officer on 0115-9985063 after 6pm. This number must not be used for any other enquiry type or emergency – or email this volunteer at admin@aaru.org.uk, who will reply as soon as possible. The charity recommends its cats stay indoors for 6-8 weeks, allowing owner and home bonding time, plus kept in at night. All potential adoptions need a successful homecheck, with no rehoming on or near busy roads except for indoor cats. Entirely reliant on volunteers and donations, the charity urgently needs more cat, and occasional dog, fosterers. It does not deal with healthy strays/unwanted pets; but animals and birds needing veterinary help - plus those neglected, injured or vulnerable. Anyone finding an animal needing emergency transport to a vet should call, leaving a detailed message, for the telephone operators on 0115-9321555. For details, including animals awaiting homes visit www.animalaccident.org.uk.
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NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH in West Bridgford Maybe page 10 of the June/July issue of NG2 prompted you to think about joining Neighbourhood Watch (NW), perhaps as an ordinary member or as a co-ordinator. Rest assured you would be welcomed as a new member. How do you find out who to contact? – ask the Safer Neighbourhoods Policing Team on 101 Ext. 8106145. If there is no visual evidence of a scheme, that is no signs on the lampposts bearing the familiar neighbourhood watch logo, then possible options would include starting a scheme yourself or persuading someone else to start one. Following advice given by West Bridgford Neighbourhood Watch Group (WBNWG) on their website www.wbnwg.co.uk the steps to set up a scheme are as follows: • Telephone Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team(SNPT). • PCSO (Police Community Support Officer) will discuss how to set up the scheme. • Contact your neighbours (personally/ telephone/email). • Arrange an initial meeting to see if the neighbours are interested in the idea and discuss how the scheme will or might run. • If and when the scheme is formed contact Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team. The SNPT should be given contact details of the Head Co-ordinator of the scheme. • Arrange through SNPT the supply of NW signs to mark the boundaries of the new scheme. Once you are a Neighbourhood Watch coordinator you will be invited to join WBNWG which is a well established , well structured group dedicated to promoting and supporting Neighbourhood Watch. For more information about Neighbourhood Watch:101 ext 8106145 (Safer Neighbourhoods Policing Team) www.wbnwg.co.uk | www.nottswatch.co.uk www.ourwatch.org.uk
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ng2 - 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: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to
others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information either ring Self Help Nottingham on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk NottsGOSH - (Nottingham Gynae - Oncology Support & Help group) offer 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, Notts City Hospital from 6.30-8.30pm. For more info call Sue Mills on 0115 969 1169 ext 56162 Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone affected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who would like to meet with other women and men who have shared similar experiences. Meet 3rd Thursday monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115 8449484 or 07870 771326 or kymmiestroud@hotmail.com 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 ADHD - a support group for adults with ADHD. Meet 3rd Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115 982 2573 for more info. Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk Memory Café - held at Lutterell Hall, Church Drive on the 3rd Thursday of the month 1pm - 3.30pm. Friendly, informal & welcoming place for anyone with dementia & their carers. For practical info & emotional support. For more info contact the Alzheimer’s Society, Castle Heights, 72 Maid Marrion Way, NG1 6BJ. Call 0115 934 3800 or 0115 934 3811 or email: nottsdass@alzheimers.org.uk. This is a free service. Free parking & refreshments are available. 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 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 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 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 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 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. Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5pm - 7pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Just turn up. 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.
Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Sam or Alison on 0115 962 1153
Carer’s Support Group - meet alternate Fridays 10am - 12pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Sam or
Alison: 0115 962 1153.
Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - we support people with any type of arthritis. We meet last Friday od each month at Sherwood Community Centre from 11am - 1pm. For more info call Muriel Weisz on 0115 920 9100
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 Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177. 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 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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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. Carewatch in Nottingham - is a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. We are open weekdays from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers, bingo & party days. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, Nottingham, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959 Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Tuesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com 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 Thurs evenings & Sat mornings. 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 e: info@selfhelp.org.uk
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 Notts Peer to Peer Network - information for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire & 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 info email: mail@nottspeertopeernetwork.com or write: Self Help Nottingham, Ormiston House, 32-36 Pelham St, NG1 2EG or visit: www.nottspeertopeernetwork.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 Dizzy Self Help Group - is for anyone in the Nottingham area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s bi-monthly meetings are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers and for mutual support. Meetings take place between 2 and 4pm at Self -Help Nottingham, 32-34 Pelham Street, Nottingham. Just turn up at a meeting or ring Jeff on 0115 8451360
Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption. Come along for a chat with our friendly adoption team between 6pm - 7.30pm at our West Bridgford office, 7 Colwick Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 5FR. For more info visit www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811 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. 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
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 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 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 MS Society - Nottingham and District Branch Drop-in meeting, the 2nd Wednesday every month at Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. We meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS including carers and family. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or contact Doug for more information. Tel: 0115 966 3582 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 Rushcliffe Hard of Hearing Group - 4th Wednesday every month at The Test Match Hotel, Gordon Square, West
Bridgford from 10.45am - 12.15pm. Social, outings, speakers, information. For further info call Jennifer: 0115 981 4077 (text only) or email: jenniferletts@live.co.uk
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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 £5+vat (150 characters) per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Just Friends West Bridgford - a friendly club for anyone aged 55+ who is lively minded and unattached. Club night is last
Thursday of each month (except 17 Dec) at 7.30pm at the Community Centre on Walcote Dr (off Greythorn Dr), West Bridgford, NG2 7GY. For more info call Lillian on 0115 846 2225 or visit www.justfriendswestbridgford.wordpress.com Salsa Dance Lessons - for beginners & improvers - Tuesdays 8pm - 9pm at West Bridgford Methodist Church, Patrick Road, NG2 7PQ. Contact Jane on 07779 605092 or email: salsa-baile@btinternet.com National Women’s Register - is a ladies’ group that meets in members houses. We do a variety of activities inc. lunches, discussions on a wide variety of topics, walks, games evenings, telephone treasure hunts & cinema visits. October meetings: 8 Oct - watch a film adaptation of a book. 22 Oct - discuss the book & it’s adaptation to the big screenr in a book group type format. Further information can be found at www.nwr.org.uk. Or contact Elaine: evbrown@btinternet.com Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk Bishops Eight Square Dance Club - for people who want to make new friends, have some fun, take gentle exercise and learn how to square dance. We meet every Thursday at The Old School, Cropwell Bishop at 7.30pm. For more info call Kath - 01949 860843 West Bridgford Tai Chi - Chen Style. Classes every Thursday 7.30pm - 9pm. Free starter evening. At West Bridgford School gym. For more info please email: marcf42@gmail.com
West Bridgford Table Tennis Club - learn to play TT in a safe, friendly atmosphere at Rushcliffe School every Friday evening from 6pm onwards. Group coaching from UKCC Level 2 & 4 coaches. For more info call Phil Lewis on 0871 6417391 or visit www.tabletennis365.com/westbridgford 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. The Nottingham Royal Scottish Country Dance Society - meet Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm at the Nottingham Emmanuel School, off Wilford Lane. Classes are friendly, socialble and it keeps you fit! No need for a partner. For more information call 0115 920 8071. Arnold & District Camera Club - meet every two weeks on Thursday eve at Pond Hills Community Centre. Photography skills from the complete beginner to the accomplished amateur. For more info call Phil Howcroft on 0115 956 3850. 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
Classic Cars, Bikes & Custom - Likeminded enthusiasts meet at Cafe Janais, Cattle Market, Nott’ham. 2nd & 4th Wed
every month. For info call Brian on 07836 794541. Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents? Then we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on susana.fernandez@ntlworld.com Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502. Nova - new friends for single people. Call at the Mapperley Plains Social Club, Mapperley Top, Thursdays from 8pm & pick up our programme of monthly social events. For info: www.novanottingham.co.uk or phone Paul on 9404147.
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. Friendship - new group for people on their own to make new friends. Only criterion is a positive outlook. Respect, honesty & kindness essential. No charge. Contact Sheila: inthepink0784@yahoo.co.uk Nottingham City Netball Club - open to all abilities, train indoors at Nottingham Girls High School, all are made welcome. Call Pauline on 07980 917523
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 Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thursday at The Harrington Middle School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ from 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit our website: www.gemconnection.org for more information or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome. 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.
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
NG2 Community Diary cont..... National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Monday in month 10.30-12pm followed by lunch 12.30-2.30pm at Masonic Hall, West Bridgford. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org French speaking group - French speakers, native or not, meet monthly at various venues in & around Nottingham to keep up with the language. Good conversation French required. Join our group on Facebook: “The Nottingham Frogs” or email sylvaindrouhot@hotmail.com. A bientot. 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. Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Gedling Local Members’ Group - meets regularly throughout the year for local walks & hosts an informative talks programme each autumn/winter in Burton Joyce. For details of activities & events please visit: www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/category/gedling or contact Gay Wood on 0115 920 5940 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. 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 Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston, NG9 2FF. Doors open 7pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. Meet at The Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nottingham on 1st Tuesday each month at 1.30 - 3.30pm. For more info contact Jenny on 01623 491331. 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. 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 Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come and try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available on premises. Phone 0115 931 3965 or www.saturdaysingers.org.uk 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. Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at Ramsdale Park Golf Centre, Calverton. Speaker & lunch. Do come along and meet a group of very interestimg, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society - meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wednesday 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 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 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. Friends of Nottingham Museums - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in Studio 1, Nottingham Castle. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734 Bonington Players - meet for rehearsals at 7.45pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays from August to May at the Old Peoples Welfare Centre, Nottingham Road, Arnold. Productions are staged at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold. For more info call Linda on 0115 953 2807 or visit www.boningtonplayers.co.uk. Kindred Spirits at Age UK Notts - over 150 social activities a month in and around Nottingham, including coffee mornings, day trips, walks and exercise classes to name but a few! Call 0115 841 4473 to find out more.
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Phoenix Friends Group - we are a thriving group of SINGLE outgoing, young at heart people mostly over 50 years of age, who enjoy a wide range of activities. If you are interested in forming new friendships & boosting your social life we would be delighted to hear from you. No membership charges. For further details email: phoenixfriendsgroup@aol.co.uk
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
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NG2 Community Diary cont..... 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
Tai Chi For The Over 50s - friendly daytime classes in West Bridgford, every Monday and Wednesday. Tel: Joy Parsons on 0115 974 3542 or go to www.taichi-joy.co.uk for details. The Nottingham Locksley Club - offering friendship & dancing on Tues night @ Basford Conference Centre to all single, separated, divorced and widowed. Ring Ken for more details on 01773 530383 Interested in Learning Bridge? Or want to return? - West Bridgford Bridge Club meets at Edwalton Golf Centre - 7pm every Monday night, for duplicate bridge. For more details contact Shiona Dawson at shionadawson@gmail.com
Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet people? Try new activities & help in your local community, nationally &
internationally through volunteering & fundraising? We meet 7pm central Nottingham on 1st and 3rd Thurs monthly. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham for further details.
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, Family History, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. For membership details contact: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 Wilford Racquets Badminton Club - welcomes new members. We play Wednesday evenings at Nottingham Emmanuel
School, off Wilford Lane. For further information please contact Cherry on 0115 846 1634 or Richard on 0739 884 2647.
Nottingham City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU opposite the Fiveways pub on
Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. New members welcome, first 3 vists free. Nottingham CHA Walking Group - would like to invite new members to local weekday or weekend walks further afield. For more details please call 0115 927 4869 or email: margnewell11@virginmedia.com.
The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Lindsay Morgan Hall,
Marshall Hill Drive, Mapperley, NG3 6FY. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook.com/majoroakchorus
Rushcliffe ‘Move & Mingle’ Health Walks - free, safe, sociable walks with trained leaders to help your health & wellbeing.
Every week in Lady Bay, Ruddington & Cotgrave. Email: rushcliffemandm@gmail.com, visit www.walkingforhealth.org.uk or phone Duncan on 07969 330846 or Simon on 07976 631194
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 Lace City Chorus - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome, including potential members. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www.lacecity.net Carlton Male Voice Choir - is currently looking for beginners and experienced singers to join the choir in concerts in the UK and abroad. Wives travel too. For details call 01623 471401 or 01623 633881 or www.carltonmvc.org Poppy Folk Club - we meet monthly in the upstairs room at The Poppy & Pint. Usually on either the 2nd or 3rd Sunday in the month. See the website at www.poppyfolkclub.co.uk or telephone Julie & Phil on 0115 981 2861. Sunday 19th June we have a song and music session: Sunday 11th Sept we have a concert featuring Jez Lowe. Tickets £7.50
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Detoxing: Is juicing the only answer? Juicing has become the latest trend for those wishing to rid their bodies of toxins. “Detoxing” is touted as the newest way to leading a healthier, slimmer life, with companies offering 3 to 7 day juice cleanses and many more selling detox products. Is juicing really that beneficial? Can we detox without it? Before we begin, let’s take a look at what a toxin is: A toxin is a molecule that is capable of inducing disease in the body. Toxins enter the body via the air, food, water and through the skin and exist both indoors and outdoors. In a nutshell, it doesn't matter what you do, you will encounter toxins in your daily life. Luckily, we are equipped to get rid of toxins through a process called detoxification. Detoxification doesn’t just get rid of environmental toxins, it also shimmies out molecules from the body that have served their purpose. For example, those hormones that cause PMT, detoxification gets rid of them. Needless to say, it is a pretty important process. Do you really need a juice detox for this process to take place? The simple answer is: no you don’t, detoxifying is an everyday process. The major advantage of juicing comes
from not ingesting so many chemicals whilst on a juice fast. Think about it. Every meal has been replaced by a juice. You are probably avoiding that toxic artificial sweetener from your afternoon fizzy drink, that preservative laced bread is no longer an issue and your evening take away is non existent. This makes perfect sense for the 3 to 7 day juice cleanse but then you go back to loading up on everything you missed, including those toxins that just happen to be in your comfort foods. If detoxification is truly your mission, that juice cleanse won’t even scratch the surface. Instead of juice cleansing, focus your attention on how you can reduce your toxic load. This means everything that passes your lips, what you breathe in and even what goes on your skin (and yes, there is a good reason hippies don’t wear deodorant). Even more importantly, ensure that your gut and liver function is optimal. Without these organs, getting rid of toxins would be borderline impossible. Here are some tips & tricks to consider:
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Get rid of Toxins
• Filter water. • Wash all fruit and vegetables and buy organic where possible. • Ditch anything artificially sweetened. • Avoid sources of food additives. • Reduce your caffeine intake. • Don’t smoke - this one is obvious • Consider how much alcohol you really need. • Unless specifically advised by a doctor, over the counter medications such as ibuprofen, paracetamol, aspirin and the like are best avoided. • Switch to natural personal care products where possible.
• Load up on leafy greens. • Eat lightly cooked brassicas such as broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower and cabbages. These may speed up detoxification. • Include herbs and spices where possible.. • Eat some good quality meat. Protein is essential for detoxification. • Drink plenty of filtered water. • Lose weight. Some toxins accumulate in fat so if you carry excess weight, weight loss is a necessity for detoxification. • Sweat it out. Some detoxification does happen through the skin • Sleep. 8 hours of uninterrupted sleep should be the aim.
Eva Humphries is a Nottingham based nutritionist, founder of Wholefood Warrior and appreciator of good food. Eva holds health and wellbeing talks on topics including the basics of nutrition, improving energy and detoxing. Visit www.wholefoodwarrior.co.uk for more information. wholefwarrior
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Better by Nature
‘Ecotherapy’ is a term used to describe the use of nature based activities to improve mental wellbeing. Activities can include things such as gardening, walking, cycling, nature based arts and crafts, conservation tasks, animal care, bushcraft - anything that involves spending time in and interacting with nature. Activities generally take place in a group setting and can provide a great way of tackling social exclusion and meeting new people. A growing body of evidence shows that spending time in natural and green spaces can• reduce stress and anxiety • reduce levels of depression • improve physical health • improve mood and self esteem • help to reduce the need for medication • help overcome isolation and social exclusion Although Ecotherapy refers to sessions which are specifically run to benefit wellbeing, this is a side effect of any nature based activity! In many areas there are regular groups and activities run by organisations such as the Wildlife Trust, The Conservation Volunteers, The Waterways Trust and local park rangers. Nature in Mind is a free service provided by Framework housing to provide this type of activity to people in Nottingham who are experiencing mental health difficulties. Activities take place in small supportive groups and include walking in nature, gardening, conservation, wildlife identification, arts and crafts, visits to gardens, farms and nature reserves. New group members are always welcome, as are volunteers. We are also available to give talks and presentations on the benefits of Ecotherapy. More information is available at www.frameworkha.org/natureinmind or by giving us a call on 0115 9709591.
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The Notts Footpaths Preservation Society was founded in 1933 with the aim of helping to preserve the county's network of footpaths, something we are still doing. We are also an active walking group, publishing 2 programmes each year, one in summer and one in winter. Walks are of medium length, with additional shorter lengths in the summer. The walks are mainly in Nottinghamshire, with occasional forays into surrounding counties. All walks begin at 10.30am prompt and usually finish around 2.30pm. Should you wish to join us on one of our walks, simply turn up about 10.15am at the appointed start and you will be made most welcome. After 2 or 3 walks, you will be handed a membership application form should you decide to join us. Details can be found at our website – www.nottsfps.org.uk.
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Estate Agents/Lettings Aston Woolf Tristram’s Lettings
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Fencing Premier Fencing
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Bathrooms/Kitchens/Bedrooms Kitchen World 35 Shower Doctor 31 Sliding Door Wardrobes 5 SLR Installations 24 Building Services / Roofers / Fascias Canterburys 46 Nottingham No Leak 51 Nottingham Roofing 47 Peak Building 41 J Power 47 Red 7 Building & Roofing 27 RSJ Roofing 44 WA Builders 54 Business Services Busy Bee
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Chimney Sweeps Absolute Chimneys Homesweep SuperSweep
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Cleaning: homes, carpets, drives Aquablast 57 Chewing Services 24 Dustbusters 61 MJ Cleaning 47 Just Jet Wash 32 Computer Repairs/Sales Sola Computers
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Counselling/Psychotherapy Chrysalis Place 4 Curtains/Blinds/Shutters Apollo Blinds Bella Blinds Hillarys Blinds
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Design & Print Nottingham Print
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Festivals/Events/Shows Gloworm Festival 21 Great Food & Drink Fest. 20 Wealth, Wisdom & Well Being 77 Fireplaces/Woodburners/Stoves Homesweep 23 Stonebridge Fireplaces 29 Flooring The Little Carpet Co.
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Funeral Directors Notts Funeral Service
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Furniture/Interiors Arnold Sofa & Beds Oak Tree Upholstery
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Garage Repairs JB Doors
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Garden Centres Brookfields
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Garden Rooms Crusoe Garden Rooms
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Gardening / Groundwork / Landscaping Artificial Grass For Less B & P Paving Littlegreen Landscapes Premier Paving Supergrass WRS Trees
36 49 31 51 55 23
Health & Fitness Kiddy Krav Krav Magna
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Home Improvements Jason Craddock Man about the House S & A Property Maint.
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Joinery/Bespoke Timberwork Beecrofts 23 D.Moore Joinery 57 Oven Cleaning/Repairs OvenU
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Domestic Appliance Repairs/ Sales C.Moore 61 N.A.R 25
Painting/Decorating Chris’ Decorating Jane Hallam Decorating Paul Thorpe Paul Tinsley
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Drainage/Pipe Clearance ADK Drains
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Pest Control MW Pest Control
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Driving Schools Neil Codd (LGV/HGV)
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Electricians LV Electrical Matthew Redhill Electrical Stator Electrical
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Plastering British Gypsum Richard Brooks Matt the Plasterer
41 61 23
Plumbing & Heating AE Gas Services CC Plumbing Coles P & H Domestic Plumbing Heatwell Notts Combi Service Plumbserve
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Removals/Van Hire ACS Removals
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Travel Agents Forest Travel
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