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Well, we can’t really moan about this summer can we? Hot, hot, hot!!! Now time to dig the jumpers out again! In this edition, Tanya About Town gives us the low down on some great events taking place across the city during the autumn months. The fun really doesn’t have to end... Got some bananas going brown in the fruitbowl? Don’t chuck them, see our delicious recipes to use them up. Time seems to be flying this year and we need to remind you that the next edition will be the Christmas one... arghhhh. So if you have an event you want to promote please get in touch soon. Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah and Francine

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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 info either ring Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk 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

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Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5.30pm - 6.30pm 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

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.

Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like

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Heart Support Group - run by Nottingham City Primary Care Cardiac Service. Meet on first Wednesday each month from 2-4pm at Bakersfield Comm. Centre. Also groups in Clifton and Hyson Green. Contact cardiac team for more info on: 0115 883 4733 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

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.

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Contact the Elderly - If you want to make a difference to the lives of elderly people in your local community, why not

consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Tracy Parr on 01522 306565/07914 152679 or email: tracy.parr@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info. 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 Edin’s, Broad Street 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.

Al_Anon - is a family group who meet twice weekly to give support to family & friends who have or are living with the stress

of alcoholics. The meetings take place at 25 Clarendon St, Nottingham. Mon 7pm - 8.30pm & Fri 7.30pm - 9pm. For more info call 020 7403 0888 or visit: www.al_anonuk.org.uk

Rushcliffe All Ears Group - are you affected by hearing loss, tinnitus or balance issues? 3rd Tues monthly at

Epperstone Court, Epperstone Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 7QR:10.30am - 12noon. Come & enjoy tea, coffee & a chat. Speakers & outing, hearing aids maintenance by professional every 5 mths. For further info or advice call Jennifer: 0115 981 4077 or email: jenniferletts@live.co.uk ot text/phone: 07746 168433 or Self Help UK: 0115 911 1661

Nottingham Adult Sibling Group - do you have a brother or sister with life-long learning disability or autism? Would you like to meet others with similar experiences? Come along to our support group & gain information & support as a sibling. To register to attend the group visit www.sibs.org.uk

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West Bridgford Arthritis Group - we are a social interactive group who meet once a month to discuss issues

relating to (and even not relating to) arthritis. Please join us for a cuppa and a chat: lorrainesalt81@gmail.com or 0115 981 6646

Nottingham Eating Disorder Self-Help Group - for anyone aged 16+ affected by an eating disorder, sufferers, carers, family & friends welcome. Every other Monday from 6.30pm - 8pm in the Think Tank at Nottingham Trent Students Union. For info contact Maisie: 01332 367571 or maisie@firststepsed.co.uk

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

Trent Bridge Parkinson’s Cafe - where people living with Parkinson’s (inc. partners, carers, friends) meet in an informal setting for conversation, laughter, friendship & mutual support. Any age, any stage. 10am-12noon, last Tues every month (ex.Dec). Welbeck Banqueting Hall, Welbeck Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 7QW. Email: trentbridgeparkinsonscafe@ gmail.com My Sight Notts - provides support & advice for people with sight loss including aids & equipment, IT support, sighted

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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+ professional/business single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 7.30pm -10.30pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www. nottinghamroundabout.co.uk 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, sociable 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 midday, 1st 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.egyptology-ssae.org 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 Friends - is a group of 50+ single people in the Nottingham area who meet up for various events suggested by its members. No membership fee. For more info please 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 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. Sunday Assembly - are you non-religious but would enjoy being part of a friendly community that celebrates the one life we know we have? Different topics every month. Why not join us on the 1st Sun monthly -11am-12noon at The Canalhouse, Canal St, Nottingham.

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Yodance West Bridgford - new, exciting choreographed classes. Yoga, dance, brain-gym, mindfulness & meditation combined

for an uplifting, relaxing experience. All ages & abilities, no experience nec. Mon 11am-12noon at Lutterell Hall, NG2 6AY. Yoga/pilates Wed 6.30-7.15pm & 7.30-8.15pm (booking req.) at Lings Bar Hospital, Gamston, NG2 6PR. Thurs 1.30-2.15pm (gentle seated class), Fri 11am-12noon & 7-8pm, Sat 9-10am at Holy Spirit Church Hall, Victoria Rd, NG2 7NT. For more info call Katy:07741013072 or katy@ywellbeing.co.uk or FB/Insta @ywellbeinguk (no classes 6-21 Oct or 16/17 Nov). Kathleen Harvey Bridge Club - meet to play friendly duplicate bridge each Wednesday from the 2nd week in September until the end of April. The venue is Edwalton Golf Club and we start at 7pm. All levels welcome. Contact Pat at patriciakelk@yahoo.co.uk or 07714 081369. Poppy Folk Club - meet in the upstairs room at The Poppy & Pint usually on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday each month. On Sunday 21st Oct at 7.30pm we will have a song and music evening: everyone welcome to join in or just listen. On Sun November 18th at 7.30pm we have a concert night with Martin Carthy.For more details & tickets tel. Juliet on 0115 923 1513 or visit www.poppyfolkclub.co.uk or email juliet@poppyfolkclub.co.uk.

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 Branch British Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Doors open 7pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk 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 Tuesday of every month at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website: www.nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk 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, friendly walking club for single people born in the 50’s and 60’s. We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk/cycle on Wednesdays. For more info 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 Museum - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Sat Sept. 22 at 2pm in The Mechanics, North Sherwood St. For details of further meetings: Janet: 0115 922 1734 or janetlievesley@gmail.com 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? - courses starting in February, for more details see www.southnottsbridge.org or email: southnottsbridge@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, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. Now rated 4* on google. For membership details contact: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353

NG2 Community Diary cont..... Art Group in Tollerton - friendly amateur painting group meet every Tuesday morning in Tollerton Parish Rooms. Also 6 Artist Workshops per year. Beginners welcome. Call Janice Baker: 0115 937 5331 or Anne Burgess: 0115 982 0944

Off The Cuff - Adult Drama and Improv Group at the Poppy and Pint, Lady Bay, Thursdays from 7pm-8pm. For more info call 07596 959326 or offthecuffnottingham@gmail.com

Erewash Valley Wood Turners Association - meet 2nd Wednesday everty month at Greasley St Mary’s Church Hall, NG16

2AB. For more info visit www.evwa.org.uk

Radcliffe on Trent & District Probus Club - We meet on alternate Tues at Ashmores restaurant in Radcliffe on Trent. Lunch

is usually followed by a talk from an invited speaker. Retired/about to retire gentlemen are welcome. Membership comes from all over the Borough of Rushcliffe. Contact Bob Cash on T: 01159232869 or E:jr.cash@ntlworld.com for more info.

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.

Notts LGBT+ Network - gay, lesbian, bi, trans? For information and support on groups, pubs, meeting people, legal

issues, coming out, health or just need to talk, contact us on 0115 934 8485 (Monday to Friday 7pm - 9.15pm) or email: info@nottslgbt.com or text 07481 344040 Ellenismos Greek Dancing - Monday evenings 8pm-9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New members welcome, call Margaret on 01332 391608 or email: m.beedham@ntlworld.com Nottingham Sailing Club - come sailing on the River Trent. Sailing on Thursday evenings, Saturdays & Sundays. Spaces still available on our next ‘learn to sail’ course (June 9th & 10th) go to www.nottinghamsc.org.uk for more info.

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. RAOB Club - meet every Sunday 12.15pm at West Bridgford Conservative Club, Rectory Rd. All visitors welcome.

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. Lady Bay WI - meet on the third Monday of each month (except August) at the Poppy & Pint, Gertrude Rd, Lady Bay at 7.45pm. We welcome women of all ages for a rich & varied programme of speakers & activities. For more info call 0115 926 9777 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 you get active and stay active. Walks from 30-90 mins on easy terrain, every week in Lady Bay, Ruddington, Radcliffe-on-Trent & Cotgrave. Visit www.walkingforhealth.org.uk; email: rushcliffemandm@gmail.com or phone Duncan on 07969 330846. 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 Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society - meet every Tues 7pm - 9.30pm (Sept-June) at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Hall Drive, NG8 1AF. Excellent speaker programme & internal competitions. For more info visit: www.nnps.org or call Steve Sulley: 07803 021198 Nottingham Wayfarers’ Rambling Club - New members welcome to join our Sunday walks, usually into the Peak District, but other areas too. We often offer 3 different walks to suit all abilities. For more detail contact John on 01623 469427 or see our website: www.nottinghamwayfarers.com Age UK Notts “Older Lesbian Network” - provides opportunities for older lesbians aged 55+ to meet informally at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ approx. every 2 months for networking, sharing and social activities. For further information please call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@ageuknotts.org.uk Age UK Notts “Silver Pride” - a social group for older gay and bi-men. Offering a range of social activities, walks, discussions etc. Meeting at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ. 2-4pm on 1st Friday of month. Cost £1. For further information please call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@ageuknotts.org.uk Free Guided Health Walks - Best Foot Forward run friendly, easy walks across Nottingham city area every weekday. Walks last from 30-90 mins in parks/green spaces. If you are new to walking or wanting to regain your fitness why not give it a try? 0115 844 0011 for more info.

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free time Nottingham & Notts Fuchsia Society: 46th Annual Show The Nottingham & Notts Fuchsia Society held their 46th Annual show at Attenborough Village Hall in August. More than 250 visitors came to see some really fantastic fuchsias on display! Twenty exhibitors helped to put on a splendid array of fuchsias despite the adverse weather conditions. Pam Sissons, owner of Bardills Garden Centre, presented the trophies to our worthy winners. Malcolm Beerman (Blaby, Leicester) won ‘Best in Show’; Runner Up to Best in Show was Howard Kilbourn (Carlton, Nottingham). Our President’s Trophy was awarded to June Lemon-Smith (Sandiacre, Nottingham). The coveted Banksian Medal was awarded to Christine Cole (Wollaton, Nottingham) for achieving ‘Most points in Show’.

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Burton Joyce Village Hall, NG14 5EY 7pm - Visitors welcome - £5

Oct 18 - - Seasonal Anticipation by Nick Grounds Nov 15 - - Xmas Gems by Mellissa Sheldrake For more information and tickets please call 0115 965 4745

The South Notts Flower Club Burnside Hall, Plumtree 8 Oct Floral Foraging by Caroline Jackson 12 Nov By the Fireside by Paula Routledge & Jade Loftus 7.30pm. Visitors £6. All welcome Annual membership £32 For more info: 923 2615 or 846 5196

Anyone wanting to know more about Fuchsias, please come along to one of our meetings which are held at 7.30pm. on the 4th Tuesday of every month (no meeting in December), at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Road, Wollaton, NG8 1FG. Everyone is welcome. For more information please contact Jayne Daykin. Tel: 0115 8758928 Email: jayne.daykin@ntlworld.com www.nottinghamandnottsfuchsiasociety.org

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e’ve enjoyed a spectacular summer which has been just perfect for everything from outdoor festivals to open air theatre, but as the nights draw in it’s time to swap those t-shirts for woolly jumpers. I love cosying up on an Autumn night, but with so much going on in Nottinghamshire it’s time to wrap up and head out.

You can’t beat the sights, sounds and smells of the Goose Fair. One of Europe’s largest travelling fairs, it dates back over 700 years. Visitors can enjoy more than 500 attractions when it returns from 3 - 7 October. The weather can’t dampen the spirits (or the 1000 real ales and 200 ciders) at this year’s Robin Hood Beer & Cider Festival as it moves to its new indoor home of the Motorpoint Arena (17 - 20 October) and of course Nottingham’s best loved free fireworks display is back at the Forest Recreation Ground (5 November) Prepare to be spooked in the run up to Halloween this October. Not for the faint hearted, join the Original Nottingham Ghost Walk for an exclusive tour of the fantastic old Nottingham Arts Theatre. Hear the chilling tales of the site as well as discovering the labyrinthine back stage area (8 & 29 October). A brand new stage adaptation of Bram Stoker’s iconic novel, Dracula, is brought to life in a contemporary interpretation at the Theatre Royal (9 - 13 October) completely reimagined by a world-class creative team from London’s West End, discover the gothic thriller that started them all. Mayhem Film Festival returns to Broadway Cinema (11 -14 October) with premieres, previews, special guests and midnight screenings, the festival showcases the best in horror, sci-fi and cult cinema. Want to

get more involved? Join Hart’s Restaurant for an evening of murder, mystery and suspense. Work out ‘whodunit’ at a British Bake-off themed night. There’s a killer in the marquee, can you guess who? (26 October) Speaking of food, there’s plenty going on for foodies. Join the fungi foray at Sherwood Pines (3 October) or learn all about foraging and wild food cookery with the School of Artisan Food in Welbeck (6,27,28 October/1 November). TV Chef James Martin brings his legendary cooking skills to the Theatre Royal (10 October) and Southwell celebrates the origins of the Bramley apple with its festival (20 October). Want to know what to wash all that food down with? Join Notts/Derby Wine School at St James Hotel (28 October) for Nottingham’s very first wine festival. An opportunity to try and buy wines from all around the globe. There’s a heavy dose of nostalgia musically for the latter part of the year. Some of the leading stars of the 80’s join together at the Motorpoint Arena (27 October) for the Stepback! Concert and Culture Club pay a visit (9 November). Over at the Royal Concert Hall you’ll find The Proclaimers (16 October), Rick Astley (12/13 November) and Deacon Blue (28 November). We can almost see Christmas from the end of November. Festivities kick off with Nativity The Musical at the Theatre Royal (21 - 25 November) closely followed by Patchings Arts Centre’s Christmas market (23 - 25 November), Winterfest Arts & Crafts Fair at Thoresby Park (24 - 25 November) and Nottingham Playhouse launch their 2018 pantomime, Robin Hood & The Babes in the Wood on 30 November. Doesn’t the year go fast when you’re having fun!

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You can visit Tanya Louise's website www.tanyalouise.net/ She is also the editor of www.nottinghamlive.co.uk and writes for Nottingham Post, Exclusive Magazine, food and drink guide and many more, as well as being a presenter at Living Heritage Food Festivals around the UK.

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

The Rock ’n’ Soul Singers We are pleased to announce that the amount we have raised this year for our charity the Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance, is a fantastic £4,350! Many thanks to all who have attended our events and have given so generously. We now look forward to rehearsing for our Autumn and Winter schedule. We are pleased to be joining once again the Greasley Elderberries on November 30th for an afternoon of song. Our Christmas celebrations begin with singing at our local Christmas tree switch on event at Underwood on December 1st at 6pm, look out for us there! Once again we are proud and pleased to present our annual Chrismas concert. This will take place at Selston Parish Hall on Saturday December 15th at 7.30pm. The concert will be a mixture of our usual rock, pop and soul as well as some Christmas classics and fun tunes o get us all in the Christmas spirit. Tickets will be available from members of our choir or contacting us via details below. This event has previously been a sell out, so bag your tickets early! Proceeds will be going to our named charity. Look out for us www.rocknsoul.org.uk facebook.com/rocknsoulsingers

Lace City Chorus Events... 3 October - dress rehearsal for international competition at Colonel Frank Seely School, NG14 at 8pm. FREE. All welcome. 5 week singing course at Colonel Frank Seely School, NG14. Starts 5 November from 7.30pm - 9.30pm. £10 for the whole course. With a chance to sing in their Christmas show at the Albert Hall, Nottingham. For more info visit: www.lacecitychorus.org or email: heatherankers@ntlworld.com

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“NEW CONNECTIONS” Long Eaton School, Thoresby Road, Long Eaton Saturday Nov 17th @ 7pm Tickets are priced at £10 and concessions £7 available from Burnie on 0115 9459031 or via www.gemconnection.org.

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Friday 12 October – St Luke’s Church, Loscoe, with Howitt Primary School Choir Saturday 20 October – Brinsley Parish Hall. Concert to commemorate the end of WW1. Sunday 4 November – St Mary’s Church, Eastwood with Leigh Orpheus Male Voice Choir, from Essex. Tickets on sale from 15 September. ECMVC are recruiting new members and there are leaﬂets and more info on the Facebook page and website to help those thinking of giving choir membership a go. Come along and have a listen at one of the practice nights – every Tuesday at St Mary’s Church, Eastwood, 7-9pm - or call 07802 758223 for a chat. Email secretary@ecmvc.org; call 07802 758223; visit the website www.ecmvc.org; Facebook page facebook.com/ecmvc.

Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby

Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit: www.gemconnection.org for more info or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome. Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Why not join Bestwood Male Voice Choir? Come to a rehearsal, no obligation or pressure, Tues from 7.45pm-9.45pm at Bestwood Village Comm Ctre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied. Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. During the year we arrange concerts to support charities. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 standard or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis.sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details. Sherwood Chorus - a friendly, relaxed group of people who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at the Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com for up-to-date details and further info. Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available. Phone 0115 931 2157 or www.thesaturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www.lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing? Come and join us. Wed 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www.carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook. com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - warmly welcomes new members, all abilities. No auditions, no need to read music. Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Mon, 8-9.45pm, term time only For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732. New term commences Sept 3rd. The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, well est. singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri, 7.15-7.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928. Trent Valley Singers -a friendly mixed choir. Meet Thurs 1.30-3.30pm at Burton Joyce Comm.Church Hall. We sing a varied programme from classical to show songs. No auditions. 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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini

(King of Cups, Ace of Wands, Knight of Cups) Romance is on the cards. Whatever stage your ‘relationship status’ is at, expect it to go up a notch (and in the right direction)- a new partner, commitment, engagement, moving in, marriage, vows renewal etc… This is all good news and everything you wished for. Enjoy the love fest!

Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus (Nine of Swords, Nine of Cups, Ace of Cups)

A wish-come-true is coming your way. A bold move which you plan and make off your own back will gain the admiration of everyonecue applause! Don’t let anyone get in your way and trust that you’ve got the talent and resilience to pull this one off, all that graft and dedication is going to be worthwhile.

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Set yourself a new challenge. It’s time to move on from something which has become difficult, draining or conflicted and cast your gaze to a new and different horizon. Something inspiring, something fun and something which reawakens your powerful optimism and enthusiasm. You need a motivating goal, and it’s time to create a fresh one.

blast from the past is on the way. An old relationship is set to reignite this month, with some fiery ramifications. Passions will run high and you’ll feel totally absorbed by the unfolding events. Go with the flow and see where this stormy tide takes you, but play fair and be kind along the way. You may need your old friends before too long.

Kerry Ward is a Nottingham based tarot reader, and Cosmopolitan magazine’s tarot expert, with over 20 years fortune telling experience, and many happy clients all over the world. You can book a personal, written reading, which comes as a beautifully illustrated brochure, at www.tarotbella.etsy.com or follow her at www.facebook.com/mytarotbella. Use the coupon code COSMO20 to get 20% off, exclusive to NG readers.

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From banking to shopping, socialising to entertainment, the internet is an exciting feature of many of our daily lives.

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Keep safe online this autumn Regularly change your account and Wi-Fi connection passwords and don’t share these. They should be made up of a mix of letters, numbers and punctuation with a different password for each account. Never share your personal data such as bank details, identity details, passwords or where you live with anyone that you don’t know or can’t verify their details. Ensure that your computer antivirus and firewall software are kept up-to-date and enabled at all times. Take regular back- ups of important files to an external hard drive. It’s important this isn’t connected to your computer as any malware infection could spread to that too. Check the companies you are dealing with are genuine. Don’t download attachments or click links to web pages within spam emails as these often contain viruses. Make sure your connection is secure when making online purchases by looking for the padlock icon at the top or bottom of the internet browser or that the web address begins with ‘https’.

Hold on to your handset Whatever you use your phone for, be it to keep in touch with family and friends, for taking photos and videos, using social media, or for business purposes, you won’t want to lose your phone numbers and other data stored inside. Securing your phone Never leave your phone unattended. If you have to leave it, make sure it’s secure, out of sight and can’t be heard. Don’t draw attention to your phone by leaving it on view on tables in pubs, cafes and restaurants. A tactic used by thieves is to place newspapers or other items over the phone and scoop it up. They sometimes distract phone owners by asking for directions and taking the phone when they are not looking. Don’t leave your phone unattended in coat pockets or bags. If your phone is stolen - report it to the police immediately. Tell them your IMEI number, if you have any tracking apps installed or any markings on your phone. Tell your insurer and service provider too. For more crime prevention information please visit our website: http://www.nottinghamshire.police. uk/advice

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the Wasp d n a n a -m t ws: An Bur tonRevie Our Friends m o r F lp e Little H After moon shattering battles, universe defying conflicts and armies of heroes versus the worst of the galaxy, what can Marvel do next to knock our nerdy-patterned socks off? How about a story about a guy and girl who can turn real small, on a quest to find a long lost mum? Honestly, sounds like a refreshing break. Ant-man and the Wasp picks up two years after Antman’s scene stealing cameo in Captain America Civil War, and follows some of the plot threads laid out by the first Ant-man. BUT, this movie takes place before the forever earth changing events of this summer’s box office ruling, Avengers Infinity War. Make sense? Good. Scott Lang’s (Paul Rudd) decision in Civil War has brought the full force of the law down upon his family and friends. Under house arrest, Lang hasn’t been able to be the incredibly shrinkable Ant-man since the fight in Germany. And because of said fight, creator of the size-manipulating technology, Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), and his kick ass daughter Hope (Evangeline Lilly) have been on the run from the police ever since. But when Scott remembers something from his time in the quantum realm that could point to the location of Hank’s wife, Scott is thrust back into the superhero lifestyle fraught with danger, impossible decisions, and awesome costumes. What a lifestyle to have. The star studded cast is charming and it’s a blast to get to see them bounce off each other in these ridiculously fun and energetic sequences. Rudd knocks it out of the park again on all fronts, as loving and conflicted father, as well as in-over-hishead superhero. Whether it’s for the laughs or feeling sorry for this guy just trying to do his best, the connection between the audience and Rudd is palpable. And fellow tiny-hero the Wasp is also a sensational hit. Acting as the straight-woman to Scott’s goofball, Hope’s character has come on leaps and bounds since the first Ant-man. Set up as one of Marvel’s more comedic franchises, it’s not surprising that this film will make you belly-laugh a good handful of times, but what

is surprising is how the emotional beats of this sequel land with a mighty boom. This film knows how to pull at your heart strings and make you feel all warm and fuzzy inside. However, there is one aspect of the film that doesn’t always amaze. The fight scenes leave a lot to be desired. They are confusing and it’s hard to keep track of what punch came from where and towards who. Overall, Ant-man and the Wasp is a nice little breather after the impossibly high stakes of Avengers Infinity War. A surprisingly emotional ride with a stellar cast that delivers a classic personal Marvel story, while surrounded by wacky 80s scifi and a cool concoction of powers; it may not be deciding the fate of a cinematic universe, but it’s still damn fun to watch. Antman and the Wasp = 8/10 © Sam Burton (aged 21)

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The Touring Tale I have always been a camper - although over the years we have ditched the tent for a white box on wheels. These days, understandably, the kids are reluctant to come. Sadly, teenage boys and the outdoor life don’t mix well in our household. I think the damage was done with one too many cub camps! In desperate need of a couple of days away, we decided to head off with just the dogs. I picked a site not too far away, it was adults only, so peace and quiet were guaranteed, right? As soon as we got there my heart sank. The rule an outdoor activity involving list was longer overnight stays away from than my arm and home in a shelter such as a tent everywhere there (or white box on wheels!!) were signs telling you what to do, or what not to do more precisely. This was camping on another level. In fact this wasn’t camping at all. This was touring. No tents here, thanks very much.

Camping; [kamp in] noun

The set ups some of our fellow tourers had were pretty impressive (if you like that sort of thing). Vases of plastic ﬂowers adorned their awnings - and bloomers billowed majestically off their rotary washing lines. And since when did having your own fence become a thing? The whole place felt like a cross between the set of The Prisoner and a retirement home.

Don’t get me wrong, the facilities were 5 star. Actually, the toilets were the best on a site I have ever seen, but it was boring! Unless you wanted to discuss the latest edition of Practical Caravan or compare the literage of your water tanks forget it. To kill some time, we decided to go for a long walk around the fishing lakes with the pooches. Nowhere could you let them off the lead, which was frustrating for the dogs and us, but as ever, we made the best of it. Strolling along the side of one of the lakes, sun shining and at peace with the world, suddenly Herbie (remember the gusset munching maniac?) made a bolt for it. The lead flew out of my hand and the dog dived, four feet first, into the lake after a duck. Feathers flew and in the pandemonium that followed, Harry (normally a well behaved dog who doesn’t really like water) decided to dive in as well. As we fished them both out and quickly walked away from the crime scene, we could feel the eyes of twenty angry fishermen burning into our backs. I think we can safely say that such sites have a place in the world, but not for us. Although we may no longer be under canvas, in our hearts we are still campers. Campsites need kids. They need laughter, energy and noise. Luckily, prosecco and chocolate cake got us through, and on the last night we entered the pub quiz and came second, winning a tenner. Well, if you can’t beat them, join them!!! © Ali Wale

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PROGRAMME BUILDING We all have the capability to write ourselves a little home or gym-based training programme but the first question we often get asked is where or how do I start? There are a few things we advise you to consider if you choose to tackle this challenge yourself. To help you we have provided some guidance so hopefully you achieve much better results, a little faster. You will also now have some basic knowledge to implement into your training.

Muscle Selection As a rule of thumb, if muscle growth is your aim, hit each muscle group twice weekly. Yes, twice! Studies have shown this is the optimum amount for growth. Some people respond well to three targeted sessions, especially on lacking areas. If time is the issue, full body push, pull routines work well or push, pull and legs, then repeat this protocol.

This is how long you should take to do 1 rep or an entire set. Let’s keep this simple, aim for 40-60 seconds, as this is the ideal window for muscle growth. Yes, that means slowing things down a little and controlling what you are lifting.

Muscle selection should be kept balanced. Try to hit a muscle in each direction it contracts at least once a week to maintain balance. Don’t stop training a muscle in one specific lift like a shoulder press because you may be advanced in to focus on the weaker movement for example, a lateral raise. The press still needs to be included to attain balance, just focus more on the lateral raise to improve the weaker movement.

Rest Periods

Too Much?

TUT – Time Under Tension

If you’re looking to build strength, 2-5 minutes between heavy sets, 30-120 seconds for muscle growth. The idea for growth is to keep the intensity high and the muscle under stimulation as much as possible.

Reps and Sets For strength building programming, you want to keep reps under 8 and sets under 6 as an ideal. A common block you will see is 5 x 5, 5 x 3 and 5 x 2, then your 1 rep max efforts. With body building, it’s usually between 8-16 reps (or more for high volume work), 3-6 sets. As a guide, if you choose lower reps you’d generally choose higher sets to fill out the volume needed to progress. An example here is the common 3 x 10 most perform. Consider the TUT, aiming for 40 seconds or more and you’ll see positive improvements. For strength work, focus more on connecting with the movement and explosiveness of the movement.

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2. Consider British shellfish - We are an island nation so it should come as a bit of a no-brainer to look to the water that surrounds us for sustainable food sources, but we are missing a trick in a big way. Many of the farmed fish species come with as many environmental issues as factory farming (I urge you to look into salmon farming) and most fishing practices are major contributors to marine plastics and pollution. On the other hand, bivalves (oysters, mussels and clams) are amongst the most sustainable. Oysters, mussels and clams come with the added environmental advantage of cleaning the water around them. Yes, you are reading that correctly, they filter the water in which they grow, depositing impurities in silt and removing it from the water. Just ensure you are buying British. 3. Eat more British beans - A few years ago, the East Anglia Food Link asked an important question: Could Norwich feed itself? To cut a very long story short, they figured out the only sustainable way to feed a city, with produce grown around it, is to introduce more beans to peoples' diets. Beans are a good protein source, grow vertically, therefore, needing less space and they fix nitrogen, meaning they do their share for the environment.

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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 Mini Professors - fun and interactive science classes for 2-5 year olds. Mon/Wed/Fri. Book online: www. miniprofessors.com or call 07368 312325. 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 Sprouts Drama - after-school drama classes in West Bridgford & Lady Bay for 4-11 yrs. Games, songs and adventures! Visit www.sproutsdrama.co.uk to book in or call 07976 824979. St Paul’s Toddler Group - we meet weekly, term-time only at St Paul’s Church, Boundary Rd on Wednesday from 10.15-11.30am. £1 per family. Play, craft & singing time. Refreshments available for small charge. Contact Ann on 0115 921 3475 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 - offering fun & friendship for parents/carers & children from birth to 5 years. Every Monday 10-11.30am (term time) at The Rock Church, 13-15 Wellin Lane, Edwalton, NG12 4AS. £2 per family. For more info call 07913 426051 or email: 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 Youth Theatre - Wednesdays 3.30pm-5.30pm at Rushcliffe School Drama Studio, Boundary Road, West Bridgford. 12-16 year olds. www.unlimitedtheatre.co.uk or 07737750869 St Giles Pre-School - we are open Mon – Fri 9.10am-12.10pm (term time only) with lunch clubs Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs until 2.10pm. Based in Lutterell Hall, Church Drive, West Bridgford. For more info call 07434 047956 or email: stgilesplaygroupwb@hotmail.co.uk, or visit www.stgilespreschool.co.uk. £13.50 per session and £4.50 per hour 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. 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. Mon & Fridays 6.30pm-7.30pm, April to Oct. 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. Home Rangers Drama - for ages 4-14yrs. Home Rangers is a creative drama session tailored for the home educated community. Fridays 10am-12 at Nonsuch Studios. Contact: getinvolved@wearenonsuch.com for find out more! Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in Daybrook Baptist Church, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, Wed - 6.15-8pm. Visit our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun!

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Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - Sat 17 November 2pm - 4pm at Arnold Hill Academy, Gedling Rd, Arnold, NG5 6NZ. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall. CREATE! West Bridgford - Art & Craft for everyone. Child and adult classes. Tues/Weds/Thurs/ Fri. Book: Helen 07779 666563 or online @ www.createwb.co.uk

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 Outlaws BMX Club - Coaching sessions Sat: 9.30am. Gates Thur (Spring/ Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also monthly races. For more info:email@nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or fb: Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www.nottinghamoutlaws.com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. Rock-a-bye-babies - (0-12months) is a place for you & your baby to have fun, make friends and get a great cuppa! Meeting every Wed (term time) 10 - 11.30am at The Rock Hub. Sessions cost ÂŁ2 (inc. refreshments & use of scales for self-weighing baby). For further info email: info@the-rock.org.uk Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. We meet 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure6.30-7.45 Centre, Bestwood. 0115Grp 960 2nd Thursdays Arnold Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers - Beavers Fri | Cubs Call Panther 7912 or visitTues www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more information. 7-8.30pm | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri. Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, shooting.For 13-18yr Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 9865/0787505 6784 olds. Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org

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

The Nottingham Emmanuel School Celebrates Fantastic GCSE and A Level Results my results. I was really only worried about getting into Birmingham and on a scale of one to ten, I was around a seven for nerves!” Abigail says that during the lead up to exams she had felt the pressure. “My teacher Mrs Tickle really helped me with my nerves and was really understanding. She talked a lot to me and gave me tips and ideas. She also shared her own experience of going through her own exams and that really helped me to get through it.” Despite the increased challenge in both the content and mode of assessment of many A level courses, students at The Nottingham Emmanuel School have obtained the highest number of A*-B grades, more than in any previous year. Such results included many excellent individual outcomes with students going on to study at the country’s leading universities. Student Abigail Morlidge (pictured above) was delighted with the news that she has been accepted to study History at Birmingham University. She said, “I am really happy with

Principal Derek Hobbs says he is delighted with the latest results. “The AS and A Level results are impressive with more top grades than ever, in spite of national uncertainty. All school sixth forms can make bold claims about the successes of their top-performing students. What makes this summer so special is the fact that we can confidently say that students joining Emmanuel Sixth Form make progress which is significantly above average locally and nationally over their two years with us. Very well done to the students and staff!”

There was an atmosphere of great excitement at the school as students collected their GCSE results. Analysis of the latest results show that the majority of students again gained strong passes in Maths and English. Principal Derek Hobbs says, “We congratulate our Year 11 students on the excellent results they have achieved, and we are looking forward to welcoming many of them into our Sixth Form, where outcomes in 2018 have far exceeded national averages.”

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Fatherly Faux Pa 's - part 1 A friend of mine recently became a dad for the first time and once he climbed out of the bunker of paternity leave it really struck me how quickly time flies. It seems only yesterday that my two were babes in arms, dependant on us for everything when we were knee deep in nappies and onesie’s. It struck me how encountering a new parent is like watching a war movie. You know the scene, the new recruit joins up with his regiment on the front line for the first time full of optimism and youthful vigour, asking where the enemy is. He’s met with silence by the grizzled veterans, each with a five o’clock shadow you could light a match on. Between the silence someone takes a long drag on a cigarette and mutters: ‘kid, you don’t know nuthin’. And how could we know anything? There’s no instructions, just an industry of baby books and advice from friends and family. Not to mention the occasional unwanted insight from random people who think it’s great to tell you how to raise your child. So far, I think we’re doing okay. There’s been up’s and down’s. We’ve got plenty wrong and plenty right, and somehow we’re muddling through. I’ve noticed that we’ve made one fantastic faux pa year on year, which I will share should anyone need to take some unwanted advice. I was really looking forward to sharing some of my interests with my kids, where you create a strong bond that will define your relationship. Not in a pushy way, I’m not going to force my children to share my interests, but it happens through a sort of osmosis. In the last few years my son has variously liked Star Wars, Harry Potter, computer games, toy soldiers, football and now superheroes. This is great, I’m super happy about this. But what we forget every time is that ‘OH MY GOD, MY KIDS ARE OBSESSED!’ They never stop talking about a subject they’re into. Once they start you just have to grit your teeth and strap yourself in because they aren’t going to let this go for a while. On a long car journey talking about Star Wars? Good luck, you’re going to have to explain every plotline and character and then be told why you’re wrong by someone who thinks Jar Jar Binks is the funniest thing in the galaxy.

Planning on watching a football match? You might as well put it on mute for 90 minutes as the miniature John Motson pulls out stat after stat whilst telling you just what the problem with VAR is (even though you’re pretty sure he’s just repeating what Alan Shearer said at half-time). There isn’t a subject your kids can’t put you off. But it’s brilliant, funny and insightful to see how they absorb information and understand it whilst simultaneously having no social awareness of how annoying it can be. My favourite was when my son (not yet ten) calmly asked me why the sword Anduril was renamed after it was reforged from the shards of Narsil (an obvious question for all the dad’s who love The Lord of The Rings right?!). I had no response, so he kept asking. And kept asking. And. Kept. Asking. Until I lost the will to live. I was tempted to put him on a one way flight to New Zealand to ask Peter Jackson. So here’s my advice for new dad’s. Take advice from where you need it. Enjoy the ups, learn from the downs. And for God’s sake, don’t let your kids near your hobbies!

Edging into my forties, I’m a wrangler of two young children who are either going to keep me eternally young or drive me to an early grave. I’ll be sharing some of my experiences of parenthood and my terrible attempts at staying relevant!

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help still needed A local animal charity is still appealing for cat fosterers – can you help by offering a small, temporary space in your home? Animal Accident Rescue Unit has so many cats in its care, that fosterers are constantly needed. With no premises, all the rescued animals are fostered by the charity’s volunteers in their own homes. Sometimes, there are special cases – like dear Major Tom (pictured) who is permanently fostered by the charity for the rest of his life. He was likely a stray for years and, as a result, has several health issues. He has now however a good permanent home with fosterers, financed by the charity. This approach shows Animal Accident Rescue Unit’s lifelong commitment to animals in its care. For shorter term fostering, if you can offer a homely space and care for a cat or kitten until rehoming, the rescue would love to hear from you. Commonsense and some relevant experience are needed; fostered cats must be kept indoors for safety, and a pre-foster homecheck is always done. Plenty of practical support and advice, are given by the charity. If you live in or around Nottingham and are interested, please contact Animal Accident Rescue Unit on admin@aaru. org.uk, or leave a message with your details on 0115-9321555 and you will receive a reply as soon as possible. All animals waiting for permanent homes are at www.animalaccident.org.uk .

National charity Guide Dogs is looking for volunteer boarders. There are currently training dogs requiring volunteer boarders in the Nottinghamshire area, with emergency and respite boarders also needed. You will need to be over 18 years of age, willing to undergo training, drive and have daily access to a vehicle. If you would like further information on becoming a Volunteer Boarder, contact Dave Clough at the Nottingham office on: 0345 143 0221 or email: nottingham@ guidedogs.org.uk

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NG2 Index of Advertisers

Aerials/Home Cinema/TVs/CCTV Phil Chapman 38 Architects/Plans Casey Designs Artificial Grass Supergrass

60 51

Bathrooms/Kitchens/Bedrooms Branch 77 42 Gliderobes 53 Shower Doctor 46 Sliding Door Wardrobes 7 Building Services / Roofers / Fascias Canterburys 37 A. Holmes 60 Notts Building & Roofing 28 Nottingham No Leak 57 Notts Roofing Services Ltd 52 Pure Brickwork 49 R Sulley Building 46 Trent Building & Roofing 45 Business Services RS Media Bridgford Business Centre

14 13

Care Services Radford Care

Chimney Sweeps Neil Anderson Homesweep

63 45

Cleaning: homes, carpets, drives Aqua Blast 49 Chewing Services 29 Dustbusters 29 Hernes Gutter Cleaning 36 Homemaid Cleaning 36 MJ Cleaning 45

Fencing Ace Fencing Ainsley Fencing Beechdale Fencing Fencing Express

46 35 44 63

Fireplaces/Woodburners/Stoves Homesweep 45 Stonebridge Fireplaces 55

Removals/Van Hire ACS Removals

42 6 41

Restaurants/Takeaways Merchants Spice

25 2

Furniture Restoration Dream-Tiques Wade Upholstery

29 33

Schools/Colleges Nottingham College Nottâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ham Emmanuel School

19 69

Garage Repairs/Doors JB Doors

Ski & Snowboard Centre John Nike Leisuresport

Garden Centres Floralands

Solid Fuel Fernwood Fuels

Gardening / Groundwork / Landscaping B & P Paving Jack Glenn Hardcore Construction HD Tree & Gardening James Joseph Littlegreen Landscapes NRT Developments Prinicipal Contracting Resin Drives

47 45 63 52 61 38 30 28 3

Tree Surgeons Charnwood Trees Jack Glenn HD Trees & Gardening Tindle Tree Care Weedons

29 45 52 56 60

Upholstery Wade Upholstery

Windows/Doors/Fascias/ Conservatories A & M Windows Apollo Windows DJF Glazing Fixaglaze KLG

60 31 45 63 59

Home Improvements S & A Property Maint.

Day Nurseries/Pre-School Hollies

Job Opportunities Hillarys Blinds

Joinery/Bespoke Timberwork Josephs Joinery 57

Electricians Mathew Electrician R2D Electrical Rock Electrical

61 56 55

Estate/Lettings Agents Tristrams

Events/Gigs/Shows Charity Ball

45 36 60 30 56

Driving Schools Neil Codd (LGV/HGV)

Plumbing & Heating M Church Evisons P & H Notts Combi Service Sayer P & H Stonebridge Gas

Furniture/Lighting Branch 77 Clearance Furniture Kings

Dance Schools Ray Needham

52 49 46

Funeral Directors Notts Funeral Service

Health, Fitness & Wellbeing Kiddy Krav 67 Krav Magna 67

Drainage/Pipe Clearance ADK Drains

Plastering J R Hutchinson Paul James Matt the Plasterer

40 43

Domestic Appliance Repairs/ Sales N.A.R 52

Flooring Kings Carpets & Flooring The Little Carpet Co.

Curtains/Blinds/Shutters Bella Blinds

Dentists A & D Dental

Pet Services Dogs Trust

Language Tuition Language Tuition

Loft Ladders/Conversions More Than Loft Ladders

Mobility Aids The Lifestyle Centre

Oven Cleaning/Repairs OvenU

Painting/Decorating Mike Conrad James P & D Paul Tinsley

36 38 30

Personal Safety Lee Haynes

Pest Control Confirm A Kill

Autumn Charity Ball & Dinner Saturday 27 October 7.00 for 7.30 pm

The Belgrave Rooms Nottingham NG1 5LB Dancing and Cabaret by Ballroom and Latin champions Stephen and Sarah Summers plus live music from The Ravenshead Swing Band Watch some demonstration dances, or join in, the choice is yours.

Tickets: ÂŁ35 including 3 course dinner from: carltonrotary@gmail.com or tel: 07916 055823 Organised by the Rotary Club of Carlton

In aid of Nottinghamshire Blood Bikes - a volunteer organisation providing deliveries of urgently required blood stock and other medical supplies for the NHS