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Dear Readers This month Abby aka The Fishwife’s Kitchen has given us some fabulous recipes that include ingredients that can be found growing wild. With summer well and truly on the way we love a good evening walk in the sunshine. Now we will be keeping our eyes peeled for wild garlic, elderflowers and nettles so we can make these delicious recipes. We all love a good holiday - whether it’s a staycation or the trip of a lifetime. Reading Ella’s History page really made us appreciate how lucky we are, with the choices we have these days. Wherever you go and whatever you do - ENJOY!!
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Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah & Francine The Nottingham Emmanuel School A Church of England Academy
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The progress that is made by all learners is taken extremely seriously.
OFSTED, March 2016
Year 5 and 6 Open Evening
Sixth Form Open Evening
Thursday 28 September 2017 Presentations at 5.00pm and 7.30pm
Thursday 5 October 2017 7.00pm
We are delighted to welcome prospective families to visit Emmanuel throughout the year please do get in touch.
The Nottingham Emmanuel School, Gresham Park Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7YF
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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 Tiny Talk Baby Signing & Toddler Talking Classes - Tuesday, Thursday & Friday mornings in West Bridgford, Gamston and Ruddington. FREE TASTER SESSIONS are available for new customers. Classes include: Signing, Singing, Instruments, Sensory Activities, Language Development Activities and Free Play. Please contact me on laurast@tinytalk.co.uk or www.tinytalk.co.uk/laurast 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
Leahurst Road Pre-school - St Luke’s Church, Leahurst Rd, West Bridgford. Contact us on 07941 616369 or Leahurstroad@ntlworld.com or visit www.leahurstrdpreschool.org.uk. Little Rockets Toddler Group West Bridgford - Lutterell Hall, West Bridgford every Monday in term time from10am-11.30am. £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 education 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 - we are open Mon-Fri 9.10am - 12.10pm term time only with lunch clubs Tues, Wed & Thurs until 13.10pm. Based in Lutterell Hall, Church Drive, West Bridgford. For more info call 07434 047956 or email: stgilesplaygroupwb@hotmail.co.uk. £12 per session & £5 for lunch club (Funding can be used for either). 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 Lady Bay Pre-School - All Hallows Church Hall, Pierrepont Rd, Lady Bay, West Bridgford. 2-4 yrs. Open Mon-Fri 9.15-12.15pm. Lunch club until 2.15pm term time. Contact us on 0115 981 1309/079 82764882 or ladybayplaygroup@gmail.com Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UN. Monday’s & Friday’s 6.30pm - 7.30pm April to October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663
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. After School Drama - for ages 4-11yrs. Free Rangers after school drama club is designed to build confidence & encourage creativity. Held at The Milk Lounge, Arnold, term time Thursdays 4pm - 5.30pm. Contact Olivia - 0115 837 1950 or olivia@wearenonsuch.com to find out more!
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Mum2mum Market Nearly New Sales - 10 June, 2pm - 4pm at The Good Shepherd Church, NG5 4HT. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall. 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. Contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details. Nottingham BMX Race Track - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run coaching sessions Saturdays: 9.30am onwards. Gates Thur (Spring/Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also BMX races. For more info:email@ nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or facebook: Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www.nottinghamoutlaws. com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. Little Rockets Toddler Group Edwalton - The Rock Church, 13-15 Wellin Lane, Edwalton. Every Thursday (term time) from 10-11.30am. Soft play, book corner, craft, singing time & hot food served. ÂŁ1.50 entry, unlimited free tea, coffee, juice & biscuits. Contact: jenniferallen2230@icloud.com
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. 2nd Arnold Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers- Beavers 6.30-7.45 Fri | Cubs Panther Grp Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, shooting.For 13-18yr 7-8.30pm Tues | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri. olds. Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 9865/0787505 6784 Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills: fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, sport, BTEC, DofE and much more. Young people 12yrs to 18yrs. For more information visit Armycadets.com to find your nearest Detachment or tel: 0115 9837645
kids The Nottingham Emmanuel School Award for Promoting Voluntary Service
Nottingham Emmanuel students hone their political prowess in debate
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Nottingham Emmanuel School students welcomed Laura Jasper from Nonsuch Theatre Company to participate in a scheme called ‘Undivided’ which aims to “champion the voices of those aged 13-29 in the Brexit negotiations.” During Laura’s visit students held discussions looking at a broad range of opinions, examining the questions concerning the referendum from all sides of the campaign and then testing their advocacy skills on opposing sides of the debate.
Martin Skinner, who received the award from Deputy Lieutenant Sue Gorham on behalf of the school was responsible for the wide ranging projects that led to the accolade. Mr Skinner said, “We are delighted to see the hard work of our students, demonstrated through their commitment and desire to serve others, being recognised with this award. It is a great credit and testimony to all of the young people who have selflessly given their time, talents and energies into demonstrating the service and love that makes our school community so precious and unique.”
Working as a freelance theatre director, Laura Jasper says she feels that young people are often unheard on big issues and hopes that by holding school debates it will help bring politics into focus for students. The ‘Undivided’ campaign looks to collect the views of students from across the country and submit a top ten list of requests to Parliament.
Sue Gorham DL said that the school has set the bar high when it comes to serving others. Martin Skinner said that the program of service included projects, too many to name, but included visiting and supporting partner schools in Dutch Komenda, Ghana and in Sri Lanka, organising litter clearing services within school, learning sign language to help those who use it, and teaching about the red cross and undertaking first aid training.
Niall Ruane, Careers & Employability Champion at The Nottingham Emmanuel School said that healthy debate was a good way for students to explore their own views and those of others.
Martin Skinner said that the Award was fantastic news, but that their program of service will continue to grow and seek out new opportunities to create meaningful change in its community.
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WHAT’S NEW AT WEST MIDLAND SAFARI PARK? Staff at West Midland Safari Park have a fun-filled 2017 planned for their visitors, with brand new events, some exciting new arrivals and the chance to meet the latest babies. The Park’s busy events calendar has been updated to include some new exciting conservation weeks, where guests will get the chance to take part in unique VIP experiences, enter competitions to win some amazing money-can’t-buy prizes and learn just what they can do to help, even from the comfort of their own sofa. So come and join us at the park when we host Protect Lions Week on 17-25 June. As well as the new events, guests can come face-to-face with the newest arrivals at the Park - 2016’s babies! Ekozu, the southern white rhino calf, will most likely be charging around the four-mile safari. Then there is the chance to meet the pack of 22 African painted dogs, 14 of which were born in July - the biggest litter the Park has seen. In August and September, the Park welcomed Embu and Emali, two baby Rothschild’s giraffes. Then on 14 January 2017,
another baby giraffe was born. Named ‘Fennessy’ by his keepers, the baby boy already stood at six-feet-tall when he was born. Also new for 2017, a family of gigantic pterosaurs soared into the grounds of West Midland Safari Park and made it their new home. With a wing span averaging around 11 metres, quetzalcoatlus was the largest animal to have ever taken to the skies. West Midland Safari Park is open daily for its summer season from 11 February until 3 November 2017. The standard admission charge is £23.00 for adults, £18.00 for children aged 3-15 and £21.00 for concessions. Admission includes a voucher for a return visit or safari gift. Prices also include admission to the four-mile safari, Discovery Trail exhibits, animal encounters, African Village and live shows. Theme Park rides charged extra in all cases. 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: www.wmsp.co.uk/facebook
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Rothera Sharp Bolstered By New Appointment Nottingham-based law firm Rothera Sharp has announced the appointment of a new partner, helping create the largest probate department in the county.
a keen supporter of local businesses and charities. She also regularly visits community groups and other organisations to give talks on legal matters. The firm’s joint managing partner AnnMarie Bowman added: “It’s still less than a year since the merger of Rothera Dowson and Sharp, Young & Pearce – but during that time, Rothera Sharp has gone from strength-to-strength. This latest appointment shows that we can attract the best solicitors, who in turn offer the highest standard of service and expertise to our clients.
Wills, probate and trusts solicitor Christina Yardley is the latest addition to the now 16-strong department, which is based in the Lace Market and across seven other branch offices in Nottinghamshire. Since qualifying in 2008, Christina has become an expert in issues such as power of attorney, care fee planning and court of protection. She joins Rothera Sharp with over ten years’ experience in the legal sector. “I am delighted to be part of a progressive and forward-thinking firm, which is continually growing its team of specialists and the services it can offer,” she said. “Ensuring my clients get the best outcome, whatever their financial situation, is what drives me and I am looking forward to being able to help even more people in my new role.” Along with her casework, Christina is
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“Christina has a great deal of experience, which she combines with compassion and understanding for her clients, some of whom are elderly or vulnerable. She is already proving to be an asset to her team and the practice as a whole.” Rothera Sharp now has the biggest Wills & Probate department in Nottingham and they aim to provide a friendly and accessible service across Nottingham, operating from 8 branches in: The Lace Market, Arnold, Beeston, Burton Joyce, Long Eaton, Mapperley, West Bridgford and Wollaton. As well as wills, probate and trusts, Rothera Sharp offers a wide range of personal and business legal services, including personal injury, motor transport, property and family law. For more information call 0800 088 6270 or visit www.rotherasharp. co.uk.
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Nottingham BikeWorks Roles Out New C&G Bike Mechanic Courses N o t - f o r - p r o f i t organisation, Nottingham BikeWorks are delighted to roll out a new training provision from highly regarded training body, City and Guilds. Executive Director, Tom Barber was himself inspired to learn a new skill and take a career change; his love for bikes, resulted in him quitting his 9-5 and opting for a vocation of passion. “I’ve always cycled everywhere and been interested in bikes” says Tom. “So when the idea to start Nottingham BikeWorks gathered momentum it seemed too good an opportunity to miss.” Tom and co-founder Anthony Hopwood, had a clear desire to help disadvantaged children and adults in the local community learn new, practical and usable skills around bicycle repair and maintenance. These hands-on courses have gone from strength to strength since being rolled out in 2015, and the new City and Guilds offerings are another big step down this path. NBW offers 3 C&G courses: Entry Level 3 suitable for those with little or no experience; the more advanced Level 1; and finally Level 2. This 10 day course is a recognised professional, industry standard qualification. To ensure the centre could meet the standards of City and Guilds, Nottingham BikeWorks called upon neighbouring bicycle brand Raleigh, who helped to supply the workshop with 12 identical Raleigh Strada 3, specially selected for their reliability and quality. These bikes will be stripped down and rebuilt multiple times so NBW needed a bike that would stand the test of time. For more information on these City and Guild courses and others offered by Nottingham BikeWorks, please contact them 0115 979 2433; or email admin@nottinghambikeworks.org.uk; or visit their website nottinghambikeworks.org. uk.
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Don’t Get Around Much Anymore? Why Not?
West Bridgford Shopmobility is pleased to announce that it is expanding its popular shortterm hire programme with the acquisition of two lightweight wheelchairs. Conveniently situated behind West Bridgford library, and facing on to Bridgford Road car park, this charity, which is staffed by volunteers, not only helps people with mobility problems to visit the shops and attractions of central West Bridgford, but also enables them to hire lightweight mobility scooters and wheelchairs to take away with them. Why on earth would anybody want to do this? Well, summer is (allegedly) here, and consider this… • Holiday in the UK coming up? – just load the collapsible scooter or wheelchair into the boot of your car – or even into the luggage compartment of a bus - and you can get around a whole lot more easily while you’re away; • Guest with mobility problems coming to stay? – simply hire a scooter or wheelchair while they’re with you, rather than go to the trouble and expense of keeping one all the time; • Been poorly, or just out of hospital? – having a scooter or wheelchair on hand when you need it will speed your recovery. Membership costs as little as £10 a year (blue badge not needed), and weekly hire costs from £20 (plus refundable deposit). What’s not to like? If you would like to find out more, why not come and see us, or give us a call on 0115 981 5451? We’re open Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10am to 2pm, we’re also on Facebook and online at www.wbshopmobility. co.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 UK on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk Good Neighbours - social activity-based afternoons for the over 50s. Beating loneliness; enjoying activities; making new friends. Come to our NEW YEAR’S PARTY on Wed 4 January 2017. We meet 1st Wed of each month from 1.30pm-3.30pm. Held at Edwalton Rock Church, 13-15 Wellin Lane, Edwalton, NG12 4AS. Contact Rock Church on 0791 342 6051. 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 Nottingham Counselling Service - not-for-profit service providing high quality affordable counselling for anyone aged 16 & over in the Nottinghamshire area. Accredited services include individual, couples & employer assistance counselling. To find out more call 0115 950 1743 or email: info@nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk. Located at Unit 5, Victoria Centre, Kent St, NG1 3LZ. Open 9am-8pm weekdays. Minimal waiting times. 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 Marion 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 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
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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
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Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - we support people with any type of arthritis. We meet last Friday of each month at Sherwood Community Centre from 11am - 1pm. For more info call Muriel Weisz on 0115 920 9100
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
West Bridgford Shopmobility - a charity helping people with mobility problems to move easily around the shops &
attractions of West Bridgford. Short-term hire scheme for scooters/wheelchairs also available. Call us on 0115 981 5451, find us on Facebook or at www.wbshopmobility.co.uk or visit us behind West Bridgford library on Mon, Wed & Fri. Aching Arms - is a charity that brings comfort following the loss of a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly after. For more information visit www.achingarms.co.uk
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. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, 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 UK 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 visit: www. nottspeertopeernetwork.com
Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by curcumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Patisserie Valerie at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.
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 info: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm Dizzy Self Help Group - for anyone in Notts area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s meetings are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers & for mutual support. Meet at The City Mission, Parliament St. For more info ring Jeff on 0115 8451360. Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption. Come along for a chat with our friendly adoption team between 6pm - 7.30pm at our West Bridgford office, 7 Colwick Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 5FR. For more info visit www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811
Dyslexia Action, Nottingham - specialist tuition for literacy and numeracy for all ages. Full psychological assessments. Exam access arrangements. Awareness training for schools, colleges, work-based trainers and employers. Our Nottingham Office is based at 2 King Street, NG1 2AS. Please phone 0115 948 3849 for more information and a free consultation.
Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-toface advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or call 07973 113 882 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
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.
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
HIIT
HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training. It can be a combination of or an individual exercise performed for a stated period with short rest intervals to break the intensity up followed by a short 1 to 2-minute rest. HIIT training is designed to push your heart and respiratory rate above an endurance level creating something called EPOC, excess post oxygen consumption. It is basically in short, the body taking in more than needed amounts of oxygen triggering fat stores to be used for energy.
Here is an example of a HIIT circuit that can be performed either in a gym or at home.
HIIT Circuit • 15-20 minutes’ total time (see how long you can last with maximum effort) • 4 minute rounds – within these 4 minutes you work flat out on each exercise for 20 seconds with a 10 second rest • Each 4-minute round should have 8 x 20 seconds of exercise.
This also creates a continuous reaction for a period after exercise where the body will look to replace the depleted energy store by breaking fat down to fuel the body until the body starts to receive carbohydrates to bring the blood sugar levels back up.
• After each 4-minute round take a 2-minute recovery break, as soon as the 2 minutes are up you start the next exercise.
A little piece of advice, if you are going to use HIIT as a form of exercise to lose bodyfat it is highly recommended you only use healthy carbs to recover. Consuming refined sugar will only speed up the uptake of carbs into the blood stream increasing your insulin and inevitably leading to a sweet tooth craving.
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Are you beach ready? I write these articles a couple of months in advance so there is unfortunately a chance that, by the time you read this, we have already seen the best weather that our British Summer has to offer us this year but I have my fingers crossed that it isn’t the case. You might be asking yourself, what does a psychotherapist know about getting beach ready? Surely someone who deals with matters of the mind isn’t going to be of much use in helping me to look good in a bikini? You’d be quite right – there are other people far more knowledgeable than me in matters of diet and exercise to help you look your best on the beach if that is what you want to do. I am speaking to the rest of you. Those of you who would maybe like to put in the time and effort to diet and exercise but know that realistically, that’s probably not going to happen this year. Should you resign yourself to buying a cheap tent from Decathlon and wearing that on the beach?No. I firmly believe that everyone has the right to feel comfortable in their own skin, no matter what size they are, no matter whether they have scars, stretch marks, folds of skin or any of the other bodily attributes that tend to get airbrushed out of media coverage. That doesn’t mean that if you wish to change your shape or lose weight that you shouldn’t try to do that - just that it doesn’t help you to feel bad about yourself right now. Very few people manage to make positive changes to their lifestyles or their lives by beating themselves up and tearing themselves to shreds. In actual fact, that is more likely to get in the way of positive change – after all, who feels like doing something positive for themselves after taking a verbal battering? One of the most important things you can do for your own body confidence is forget all about the
images that you get fed through the media every single day. Those images are not a true reflection of how real people look – even the people in those images don’t look like that in real life. The images are so digitally manipulated – stretched, slimmed down, every single human flaw edited out at the click of a mouse – that you will never be able to achieve that in real life and will only make yourself miserable trying. Nobody is perfect, not even the models that smile down on us from the billboards, and you will find it much easier to be at ease with yourself physically if you no longer try to live up to such unrealistic standards. In reality, when you are sat on the beach in your swimsuit, no one will actually be paying as much attention to you as you think they are. We tend to think that everyone is looking at us, most likely thinking negative thoughts about how we look or what we are doing, but really those people are doing exactly what you are doing, sat there wondering what everyone is thinking of them in their swimsuit. The truth is, most people are usually too busy thinking about their own stuff and their own lives to be paying too much attention to you and your life. Just to finish, whilst writing this article I came across a great tip for body confidence and I love it. The tip is... smile more. If you catch someone looking your way, give them a big smile as though you are brimming with confidence – not only will the other person think that you are indeed brimming with confidence, you will make yourself feel better too. Wear what you like on the beach as long as you wear it with a huge smile and spend more time having fun and enjoying your life than worrying about what you look like.
Marie Scott is a CBT therapist and psychotherapist, based at Maple House Clinic in Eastwood, NG16 3BD. She deals with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress and anger amongst many others. For more information about Marie and the issues she can help with, please visit www.chrysalistherapyservices.co.uk or give her a call on 07791 894227. Marie provides all clients a safe and confidential space in which to deal with their issues.
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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini
Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus
Everything starts small.
Every cloud has a silver lining, and every piece of silver creates a cloud. Wishes-come-true can bring pressure (to live up to your dream), unexpected reactions or side issues. Don’t be surprised if this happens this month. All you need to do is to be strong, not necessarily in a ‘brute’ way but by demonstrating other forms of strength- compassion, resilience, faith and courage. A wonderful life event, and lesson, is coming your way.
(Page of Coins, Queen of Cups, The World)
(The Star, The Tower, The Emperor) A life changing month lies ahead…
It’s time to end something big in order to start something small; something exciting. Don’t fear that it doesn’t look like it will replace what you’ve curtailed, because everything starts small. Don’t fret or backtrack to familiar turf, because that day is over anyway. Invest in something/one else. This will become your future if you start it now.
Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius
(Ace of Cups, The Devil, Temperance)
Water signs- Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio
(Seven of Wands, Ten of Wands, Justice)
Be different this time around.
Be nice as you walk away.
A new enthralling, enduring romance is possible this month; one that reignites your appreciation for life itself. This time, play things differently to your usual code. Don’t follow the path of least resistance, but try a new approach. Consider where things have gone awry before and consciously break the pattern. This new love has the potential to change you for the better if you let it.
We often end something (a job, relationship, project, hobby) when we get into a conflict or it gets too much. That’s OK. And it’s happening again with something this month, but the important thing here is to be gracious and fair as you cut ties. Don’t disturb Lady Karma (because she remembers). You can escape unscathed if you behave chivalrously.
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NG2 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 £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 very friendly club for single, local people aged 55+ .25+ events each month inc. theatre,
coach trips, holidays, pub nights etc. Monthly club coffee morning. Call Lillian on 0115 846 2225 or Irene on 0115 878 1905 or visit www.justfriendswestbridgford.wordpress.com for further information. 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. 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 07816 417392 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 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 07973 872213. 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 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 Phoenix Friendship Clubs, Nottingham Locksley - Tues evening is DANCE NIGHT. Put your glad rags on and join us. Have fun and keep fit. Entry £3.50. Try for 3 weeks then if you like it, annual membership £5, then £3 per week. At Oakleigh Lodge, 11 Highbury Rd, NG6 9DD. For more info: Arthur 07775 725670 or Trish 07816 216418. EVERYONE WELCOME 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
Kindred Spirits Notts - Many social activities a month in & around Nottinghamshire, including coffee mornings, day trips & exercise classes. There are no fees. Find out more by calling 0115 844 0011.
NG2 Community Diary cont..... Adult Ballet Classes - created for the complete beginner, with no dance exp, to the more advanced dancer. Beg class Fri
11.45-12.45. More advance class Weds 7.30-8.30 & Fri 1-2 at Poppy & Pint, NG2 5DX. Pay as you go. For more info: www.ladybayballet.com. E: ladybayballet@sky.com 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. 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. 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 Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Monday of every month at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website: www.nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk
Line Dancing Group - we would love you to come & join us having fun dancing in West Bridgford, Plumtree & Radcliffe
on Trent daytime or evening classes. All abilities catered for. Ring 0115 914 0673 or email: p.brown633@ntlworld.com 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 The Vale Hotel, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook. Speaker & lunch. Do come along and meet a group of very interesting, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com 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. 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 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 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
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NG2 Community Diary cont..... Walking - are you interested in doing “self lead” walks? Up to 5-6 miles. Local or other. Choose a walk from book or web, turn up & follow together. Car owner/driver preferable to share transport/driving. Kindness, honesty & respect essential. No fees other than fuel cost contribution to driver. Please contact: happywalking9560@yahoo.com for info.
Nottingham Folk Dance Group - meets Tues at .7.15pm at Lambley Village Hall, Lambley Primary School, Catfoot Ln,
Lambley, NG4 4QF. New members, singles & couples welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Mary Hill: 0115 967 3878 or visit www.nfdg.org.uk
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. Ellenismos Greek Dancing - Monday evenings 8pm-9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New members welcome, call Margaret on 01332 391608 or email: m.beedham@ntlworld.com
Wilford Racquets Badminton Club - welcomes new members. We play Wednesday evenings at Nottingham Emmanuel School, off Wilford Lane. For further information contact Hazel on 0115 981 5184 or Richard on 0739 884 2647
Nottingham City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU entrance opposite former Fiveways pub. Meet Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. Suitable for all ages. New members welcome, first 3 visits 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. 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.
Rushcliffe ‘Move & Mingle’ Health Walks - free, safe, sociable walks with trained leaders to help your health & wellbeing.
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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 Poppy Folk Club - we meet monthly in the upstairs room at The Poppy & Pint usually on the 2nd
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Nottingham Centre members have plenty of activities to look forward to over the summer months, including excursions, walks and holidays. Coach Excursions These include a trip to Coventry Cathedral and Leicester Guildhall, Hughenden Manor (NT), Lichfield Cathedral and the National Memorial Arboretum, and in September, Waddesden Manor(NT). Walks Several walks are planned, some of which start from Nottingham by public transport (that’s my kind of walk) to places of particular interest. In June there’s a walk from Bonsall to Rowsley in Derbyshire, in July, a walk from Knowle to Packwood House(NT), in August it’s Crich Stand to Cromford Mill, and finally, in September, Greetham to Edith Weston via Rutland Water. Holidays The short walking holiday in May has become a popular annual event. This year members will enjoy the beauty of Tintern and the Wye Valley. Two other holidays are planned: one in June - ‘Southern Delights’ will explore Hayling Island and Hampshire, while the break in September offers an opportunity to visit Lancashire Hotspots – in particular the Hotspots of Manchester! Garden Group Visits planned for this popular group include Thoresby Hall Gardens and Chatsworth RHS Flower Show. Local and Family History Group In addition to the delights listed above this group offers visits to Ruddington Museums, Stoneywell, the charming recently acquired Arts and Crafts house in Leicestershire (NT), and Beauvale Priory in Nottinghamshire.
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At the Nottingham Centre there is something for everyone! Donations As supporters of National Trust, members are delighted to be able to donate to various properties in need. In 2017 the following sums will be given to NT properties in the East Midlands: To Belton House - £700.00 towards the purchase of two urns and plinths for the gardens. To Stoneywell - £500.00 for a wooden display cart for outdoor use. To Monksthorpe Chapel, Gunby, Lincs. - £1120.00 towards restoration of the baptistry The National Trust Nottingham Centre is a friendly organisation: visitors are always welcome to talks, which take place at the Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham. To join you must be a member of National Trust. Cost is £6.00 for a single person, £10.00 for two people living at the same address. A bargain! Excursions and holidays are popular and quickly get booked up with priority given to Nottingham Centre members, but non members may be put on a waiting list. For more information about activities and membership contact: Barbara Mcdonald: 0115 9757800 or email: bmcdonald351@btinternet. com or visit the Nottingham Centre website:www. nottinghamnt.co.uk
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rs wer Range o P s w ie v e Bur ton R oot Go Go Reb Power Rangers holds a special place in my heart, starting at a very young age and finally deciding to quit the obsession way too long after I should have! So when Saban and Lionsgate announced they were making a film rebooting the original Mighty Morphing Power Rangers, I, with the rest of the internet, grimaced and just waited for the horrible betrayal of my childhood to be released. Power Rangers follows Jason (Darce Montgomery), Kimberly (Naomi Scott), Billy (RJ Cyler), Trini (Becky G.) and Zach (Ludi Lin), as these teens with attitude discover five unique brightly coloured coins that give them super strength and agility. With the help of Zordon (Bryan Cranston) these five teens learn to unlock their full potential just in time to stop an evil force, in the creepy form of Rita (Elizabeth Banks), destroying the whole world (of course). Probably the most surprising thing about this movie is that it doesn’t really feel like the cheesefest we all thought it would be. Great cinematography and a gritty atmosphere give this film a special feeling that helps the world of the Power Rangers become a tangible and relatable one that, while is taking itself seriously, isn’t afraid to dive into the fun and more outlandish aspects of the original show. Each member of the team had a really interesting backstory that was both surprisingly mature and well handled with modern issues that aren’t explored much in mainstream films. It is this grounded quality that really helps elevate the original Rangers from their cardboard 90s counterparts, to actual living, breathing characters. While the action that does happen is cool and had me smiling like a little boy again, fist pumping for team work and badass explosions, these cool moments of action are skipped over way too fast. No phase of battle is allowed the appropriate time to sit and bask in how epic it was. Instead the film barrels through the final battle, just
missing goosebump level, and leaving me happy at what I just saw, but feeling slightly off about the whole thing. So the film did have its problems, after all, it is a movie called Power Rangers. But the surprising amount of care and thought that was put into the film’s characters, atmosphere and cinematography, coupled with how damn cool the Power Rangers looked once it was time to kick ass and explode some giant monsters, really took me off guard and had me way more into the film than I thought I would be. Power Rangers= 7.5/10 © Sam Burton (aged 19)
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9 Things Not To Do At Interview Whilst there is lots of information out there regarding what to do at interview I thought I’d look at it from the opposite perspective. What are the things you probably shouldn’t do? Do Not... 1. Present your nerves: As a potential employee you need to present yourself as capable and confident. Interviewers are always aware that the situation is stressful for candidates but also expect those nerves to be under control. 2. Dominate the conversation: Some people are good listeners and others are good talkers. What we’re looking for at interview is the ability to do both. Again nerves can play a large part in personal presentation so take a deep breath and be calm. Don’t ever talk across the interviewer it will come across as rude. 3. Forget about fashion: When you’ve secured the job and can see for yourself what the everyday dress code is then you can react accordingly. For interview you need to project smart and professional in order to have a positive impact. An interview is never the right place to express your individuality. 4. Boast, even subtly: Appearing confident at an interview is necessary, but being over-confident could be a stumbling block. This can happen when candidates are referred by another employee or HR and they mistakenly assume that the job is theirs already and that interviewing is merely a formality. Mention your achievements with good grace not arrogance. 5. Criticize others: Never ever demean past connections. Don’t bad mouth about your former employer or workplace. It’s bad practice and will also flag up loyalty questions with the interviewer. 6. Start looking for perks: There’s a time and place to raise questions regarding holidays, sick leave or family emergencies. Your first interview is not the time or the place unless introduced as topics by the interviewer. Employers are not looking for candidates who ae focused on their holidays – they’re looking for candidates who are focused on doing the job well. 7. Refuse to commit: Don’t be flimsy in your responses – don’t forget that as much as you may want the opportunity it has to suit you too. Answer questions honestly and openly. 8. Be dishonest: Wasting your time and the interviewer’s by being dishonest is a really bad idea. Whilst presenting an excellent version of yourself at interview is necessary most interviewers are experienced enough to gauge quite quickly candidates who are not genuine or completely honest. 9. Fail to Prepare: Yes it might be your fifth interview in as many weeks but don’t ever neglect to do your research on a company before interview. There is so much information available on the internet that there’s simply no excuse for not finding out about the organisation and preparing some questions for the interviewer accordingly. Websites like LinkedIn and Glassdoor are a good source of background information. If you are applying for roles through an employment business such as SOLOS then your recruiter should also help you prepare for interview. Here at SOLOS we see candidates as extensions to our business and always aim to ensure they represent us well. © Helen Jones hjones@solosconsultants.co.uk
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Welcoming isn't the word, this place is marvellous. The staff were great, the food delicious and the decor modern and inviting. The kids (6 & 8) were spoilt with paper chef's hats to colour, stickers and sweets on top of the usual kids menu to colour and crayons which kept them occupied and happy throughout the whole meal. Wildwood are a small collection of restaurants that serve freshly prepared food with a European theme. As the name might suggest they are very conscious of their social and environmental responsibilities with regards to the food they source, how their restaurants are run and the work they do in the local community. In fact they protect 1 acre of rain forest per year per restaurant, so right now they are protecting 19 acres!! We started our meal with Toasted Focaccia Bread (£3.95), ‘melt in the mouth’ Meatballs with tomato sauce and melted cheese (£5.65) and the Baked Mushrooms with melted gorgonzola cheese, spinach, walnuts and focaccia (£5.95) absolutely delicious. For mains the kids chose Breaded Chicken, Chips and Peas (£5.95 with a dessert) from the kids menu, with real chicken strips they went down a treat. My teenager decided on the Margherita Pizza (£7.75) which was absolutely amazing as it was cooked in a
proper pizza oven and reminded us of Italy. Brett had the Sirloin Steak (£15.95) which was cooked to perfection and served with a delicious peppercorn sauce. I went for the Wild Boar & Chorizo Burger(£11.65) with jalapenos and mayo, it was absolutely scrummy and a great twist on a classic. We were all suitably stuffed but couldn't resist the desserts! The kids had ice cream as part of the kids menu and were spoilt again with cones, sprinkles, sauce and marshmallows! Brett chose the Mixed Berry Crumble (£5.50) from the specials board which was delicious and being a chocoholic I had the Chocolate Honeycomb Fudgecake (£5.75) which was divine and I will definitely be returning but not just for that!
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Have Your Fill From Nature’s Larder Foraging has, of course, been a part of the human eating experience from the beginning, but in modern times you are more likely to pop to your local supermarket or, if you’re feeling adventurous, to your local farmers’ market for your supply of veg, fruit and salad than you are to grab a bag and head into the woodlands and hedgerows. But in recent years the appetite for foraging has grown in strength, as people enjoy the authenticity of local, seasonal, usually indigenous and, of course, free, food. So in demand has foraged produce become, wild mushrooms in particular, that some places have banned people from picking for personal use altogether, as restaurants and markets have employed those in the know to hunt out the best sites or have turned a blind eye to their sources and picking has been on an almost industrial scale, spoiling the fun for the rest of us. But there is still much to be found in the English countryside, if you just take the time to look. The pièce de résistance of foraging for many is the amazing array of wild mushrooms and fungi that appear from late summer to late autumn. I used to go mushroom hunting a lot when I was younger, morels, chanterelles, field mushrooms and boletes, but I find as I’ve got older I have
become increasingly risk averse and am no longer prepared to take a chance on mistaking my innocuous field mushroom for the deadly similar Deathcap. Whilst there isn’t much to beat wild fungi on the flavour front, I strongly recommend you only gather them with a qualified expert at your side, or better still, pop to a local market and find the farmed versions. Even without mushrooms though, you’ll find a host of edible species in the fields, woods and hedgerows from early spring to late autumn, favourites such as elderflower and wild garlic, nettles, blackberries, sloes and rosehips and the less well known wild sorrel, mallow and fat hen - perfect for creating your own salads, cordials, jams, beers and soups, pretty much for free. There are rules though! Never pick or eat anything you are unsure of, if in doubt, leave well alone, only take from plentiful supplies and never dig up or remove any kind of plant, take only what you intend to eat and always seek permission from the landowner if you are on private land. You can find further advice from the Woodland Trust on-line. If you do fancy dipping into nature’s larder though, here are a few really simple recipes to get you started.
Abby Brennan is a former café-owner, food writer, speaker and small/start-up food-business mentor. You can find her blog at fishwifeskitchen.com
Wild Garlic and Nettle Soup (April/May)
Elderflower Cordial (June/July)
Bramble Jam (August/ September)
Play around with the recipe as you see fit, a dash of white wine and/ or double cream (at the end) make great additions. (Caution, unless you know you are gathering “dead nettles” with the white or purple flowers, make sure you wear gloves, the sting goes once the nettles are cooked but not before!)
Ingredients 2.5 kg white caster sugar 2 lemons (unwaxed or washed, zested and sliced) 20 fresh elderflower heads (trim off the stalks) 85g citric acid (most chemists sell this)
Ingredients 450g brambles (wild blackberries), rinsed well. 450g white granulated sugar (blackberries can be low in pectin so you might what to improve your chances of a good set by using “jam sugar” which has pectin added) Juice of 1 large lemon.
Ingredients (serves 4-6) 1 tbsp vegetable oil 25g butter 1 onion finely diced 1 leek, 1 celery stick & 1 carrot finely diced (the last optional) 1 small potato, peeled and diced Approx 1 ltr of good chicken or veg stock Roughly 300g young nettle leaves (washed) Roughly 200g wild garlic leaves (washed) 3 tbsp milk Method Heat oil & butter in a large pan, add onion & potato (& other veg if using) add a generous pinch of salt, stir well & allow to sweat for around 15 - 20 mins on a low heat. Add stock & simmer for 10 mins then add nettles (in batches) and garlic leaves. Simmer for a couple of minutes. Remove from the heat & blend using a stick blender. Return to the heat & add milk (or cream). Season to taste. You can also use the young wild garlic stems as a side dish, simply place in a pan with a tight fitting a lid, add a splash of water & a knob of butter & let the stems & leaves steam for a few minutes until wilted.
(makes about 4 litres)
Method Put sugar & 1.5 litres water into a large saucepan. Heat gently (without boiling) until all sugar is dissolved. Bring the pan to a boil then remove from the heat. Gently rinse the flowerheads in a washing-up bowl or bucket to remove any dirt & insects, shake off the excess water & add the flowers, lemon slices, zest & citric acid to the syrup. Stir well, cover & leave to infuse for 24 hrs. Line a colander with a clean tea-towel or piece of muslin & place over a large bowl, ladle in the syrup and allow to drip slowly through. Discard any bits and then use a funnel to fill freshly sterilised bottles. The cordial will keep for about 4 weeks in the fridge. Add to soda water or sparkling white wine for a refreshing summer drink.
(should make a couple of jars)
Method Put the brambles in a pan & add the lemon juice, simmer gently for around 15mins. When the fruit is cooked, add the sugar & cook over a low heat until the sugar has dissolved. Turn the heat up & bring to a boil, keep at a rolling boil, & keep stirring for around 15 minutes until setting point is reached. (Either a temp of 104.5C or when a spoonful of jam dropped on a freezing cold saucer wrinkles and sets when pushed with your finger). Fill your sterilised jars with the jam, seal & allow to cool before storing in the fridge.
The Choir that went East – not west!
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Radcliffe Male Voice Choir travelled to Norwich in April, in time for a rehearsal in the City’s grand Norman Cathedral. They performed a 50 minute lunchtime recital in the Sanctuary. Friday evening was spent by some in the snug at the Hotel with some informal singing. On Saturday morning they joined their hosts, the Norwich Phoenix MVC for a joint practice. In the evening they joined their host choir in a concert in which both MDs featured (new conductor Paul Hayward and the Phoenix choir’s Sarah Sheldrake) and several joint numbers were sung. The concert was exceptionally well received. A goodly sum was raised and they were pleased with their performances.
The Rock’n’Soul Singers
We continue to enjoy our singing as we go from strength to strength with an ever increasing reportoire of pop and rock songs. We rehearse on Wednesdays, 7.158.45pm at Underwood Church. We recently sang in the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre where we raised £318 for our charity The Alhzeimers Society! Many thanks to all the generous shoppers of Nottingham. Come and join us at one of our next events planned: Sat July 8th Underwood Festival during the afternoon Sun July 16th Patchings Arts Festival Sat July 22nd 7pm at Brinsley St James the Great Church as part of the church’s Great Weekend Sept 22nd 7pm at St Mary’s Church Eastwood to help celebrate their Golden Anniversary. We look forward to this joint concert with Eastwood Collieries Male Voice Choir. For further information, tickets and contact details please see our website www.rocknsoul.org.uk
Bingham Choral Society to launch bursary and prize
In the autumn Bingham Choral Society will launch a bursary and prize, to be awarded to an outstanding candidate aged 23 or under, who seeks to make a career in classical music. The bursary, donated by our Patron Mr. John Beaumont and his wife Barbara, will be worth £500. The winner will be expected to use the bursary money to advance their musical education. The prize will be the opportunity to take part in one of the Choir’s future concerts. Full details, including information on how to enter, will be available shortly on the choir’s website, www.binghamchoral.org. uk There will be a non-refundable entry fee of £10.
Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit: www.gemconnection.org for more info or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome. Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Why not join Bestwood Male Voice Choir? Come to a rehearsal, no obligation or pressure, Tues from 7.30pm-9.30pm at Hucknall URC Church, Farleys Grove, NG15 6FG. For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied. Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets to play together on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. During the year we arrange concerts to support charities. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 standard or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis.sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details. Sherwood Chorus - is a friendly, relaxed group of people who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at the Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Please email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com to ensure up-todate details and for further information. Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available. Phone 0115 931 3965 or www.saturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www. lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing? Come and join us. Wednesdays 7.30pm 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www. carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook. com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - very warmly welcomes new members, all abilities. No auditions, no need to read music. Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Mon, 8-9.30pm, term time only. For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732. The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, well est. singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri, 7.15-7.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928. Trent Valley Singers -a friendly mixed choir. Meet Thurs 1.30-3.30pm at Burton Joyce Comm.Church Hall. We sing a varied programme from classical to show songs. No auditions. Ability to read music not required. Call Heather 0115 844 0872 or Marjorie 0115 931 3965. Kings Community Choir - every Mon 7.30pm-9pm (term time). Open to everyone, come along, have a sing & bring friends. Kings Centre, NG5 7JX or call 0115 967 9997. Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock RnB. Now on Tues 7pm-9pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959. www. yourcommunitychoir.com Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Saturdays 10am-11am. Eastwood Town Hall, 120 Nottingham Rd, NG16 3GD. For more info call Charlotte on 07581 020959. Lyrical soNGbirds - Small, friendly women’s choir for experienced or new singers. Currently have vacancies for sopranos & altos. Meet Tues 10am-12 (term time)Bramcote Methodist Church, NG9 3HB. Just turn up or call Viv 01159 332677/viviennehavery@aol.com
LEND US A TENOR! Carlton Male Voice Choir have vacancies in all singing sections but are actively recruiting TENORS in particular. If you sing for another choir and are looking for something else in addition or even if you are looking to join your very first choir, then please pop over to a Wednesday 7.30pm rehearsal at Gedling Road Methodist Church. We are a large choir of all ages, we aim for a high standard and sing a wide and varied repertoire from the traditional to the modern. Singing with us is great fun, challenging and very, very rewarding! For more info call Roland 01159 874941 or visit www.carltonmvc.org. Next few concerts: June 3rd - Christ Church, Chilwell, June 10th - Bulwell Baptist Church, Coventry Rd, June 24th - St Helen’s Church, Selston, July 18th - Richard Herod Centre, Carlton & July 29th Gedling Rd Methodist Church, Carlton.
Cranmer Company of Singers' Good Friday Come & Sing raised £1908.35 for Tearfund Syrian Refugee Appeal. Thanks to all participants, audience, volunteers, Botttesford Church, Deborah, Philip and soloists. Same time and place next year!
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