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We have some exciting news to share... we are launching another magazine.

Covering the NG4 postcode, the first edition will be November/December.

Give us a call if you have anything you want to include or you would like to advertise.

This year is flying by as usual and our next edition will be the Christmas one...arghhhh. So if you have an event you want to promote please get in touch soon.

As usual we have plenty of great articles, recipes and competitions for you alongside tons of great local businesses.

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a helping hand 6 helping hand directory 10-12 eat, drink & be merry!

15 recipes 16-17 business & professional 18 safer neighbourhoods 20 free time 22 music roundup 30-33 community diary 34-37 crossword 37 home & garden 38 classifieds 52 looking good, feeling great 73 sudoku 75 pets 77 kids 79 kids diary 82-83 useful information 84 puzzle solutions 84 index / list of advertisers 86

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Planning For Social Care No-one likes to think about getting older.

It is often only when an older relative or friend is struggling to do everyday tasks that you would even think about social care.

The cost of social care may come as a surprise if this is something you have never thought about. On average, residential care in Nottinghamshire costs £550 – £650 a week.

This may mean you will have to eventually sell your home to pay for your care bill.

There are things you can do to plan for the future and think about how you might pay for social care for yourself or a loved one. We strongly recommend you seek independent financial advice before you make any big decisions about your care as there are several packages out there that can help you to make your money last for longer and ensure you keep receiving the type of care you have chosen.

Under the Care Act, if you have more than £23,250 in assets you must pay for the full cost of your care and if you own your own home, and don’t have a partner living there, the value of your home is included.

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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 £5.50+vat per edition (150 characters). Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 926 9777 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

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 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.

Nottingham Aphasia Independent Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For

more information contact June or Chris on 0115 927 9368

West Bridgford & Sherwood Versus Arthritis - monthly groups held in West Bridgford & Sherwood. We support people with any types of arthritis & invite interesting & informative speakers to our meetings. We also organise day trips twice a year & join together for Xmas lunch. Please contact Lorraine on 07743 557137 or lorrainesalt81@ gmail.com or Muriel on 0776 484 6257 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 minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk Heart Support Group - run by Nottingham City Primary Care Cardiac Service. Meet on first Wednesday each month from 2-4pm at Bakersfield Comm. Centre. Also groups in Clifton and Hyson Green. Contact cardiac team for more info on: 0115 883 4733 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.

ng2 - helping hand - group directory Rushcliffe & Gedling Voluntary Transport Scheme - providing safe, affordable & reliable journeys for

appointments & social activities, for people who find it difficult to use public transport, taxis & with no access to a car.

Volunteer drivers always needed. For more info call 0115 969 9060 or email: transport@rushcliffecvs.org.uk 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.

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

The Wolfpack Project - a Nottingham based support group reaching out to younger people & adults (16-50) to help reduce loneliness & social isolation through our Buddy Scheme (online, telephone and/or face-to-face). Contact: hello@ thewolfpackproject.org.uk or visit www.thewolfpackproject.org.uk

Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help support group for those who have experienced the suicide of a family member or someone close. For more information call 0115 911 1661 (mon - fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led meetings are held in Nottingham on 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 circumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Sexy Mama Love Cicchetti, 15 Carlton St, NG1 1NL at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

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 Rushcliffe Diabetes Support Group - Do you have type 2 diabetes or have been recently diagnosed? Our selfhelp support group shares advice, information & experiences. We meet on 4th Wednesday monthly, 10.30am - 12.30pm. at Edwalton Golf Centre, Wellin Lane, Edwalton, NG12 4AS. £2.50 per session. Tea & coffee inc. For more info call John Burnett on 07814 924670 or john_burnett64@hotmail.co.uk 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 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 Nottinghamshire Deaf Society - hard of hearing/deaf social group every Monday 10am - 1pm. Lip-reading classes on Tuesdays (daytime & evening). Welfare rights advice for deaf/hard of hearing. For further details phone 0115 970 0516, text 07817 275253, 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 Run Talk Run - a running group where we chat about mental health. Every Sunday beginning at The Bridge Sandwich Bar, Victoria Embankment, NG2 2JY at 10am. Contact Maisie Cropley on 07717 007023 for more details.

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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

guides & befriending, peer support & social groups, arts & choir, sports & healthy lifestyle activities. For more info call 0115 9706 806 or email: info@mysightnotts.org.uk.

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.

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 Nottingham People’s Choir - singing for wellbeing and fun. Sponsored by the Royal Concert Hall (where we meet) & Institute of Mental Health. Every Thurs (term-time) 1pm -2.30pm. Only £2 (subsidised by sponsors). Highly professional Choir Leader, Abi Moore. We welcome all adults especially those who may not ordinarily join a choir & singing ability not essential! Phone Theo on: 07752536426 or email: theo.stickley@gmail.com

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

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Local charity, My Sight Notts needs Volunteer Drivers to take isolated visually impaired people who are unable to drive themselves out and about to enjoy its social groups, choir, sports clubs and other activities.

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Our Dementia Choir Stars Join Vicky McClure For The Nottingham Memory Walk

Vicky McClure joined hundreds of people at Wollaton Park to unite against dementia at Alzheimer’s Society’s Nottingham Memory Walk back in September.

Joining Vicky in the sea of blue shirts were six members of the acclaimed BBC programme Our Dementia Choir – Ahmed, Betty, Chris, John, Jean and Bernard, who are all living with dementia. The group joined Vicky on stage to greet the enthusiastic crowd, before singing Stand by Me (Ben E King) to huge applause. Vicky then cut the ribbon alongside John and Betty, to get the walk underway.

The event was Vicky’s ninth Memory Walk in Nottingham. She is an Ambassador for Alzheimer’s Society. The Line of Duty star completed the Memory Walk with her fellow singers as well as members of her own family in memory of her grandmother, Iris, who was living with dementia before she died in 2015.

Vicky McClure said: “There’s nothing nicer than seeing a sea of blue on Wollaton Park! The choir members are true stars, because they are so inspirational.

“We want to be in a place where dementia is getting the right funding and we’re closer than ever to finding a cure - which is why I’m calling on people all over the country to join me and many others, by signing up today to take part in a Memory Walk near you.”

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Help For EU Citizens We at Europe Direct East Midlands (North) would like to provide information to help people who are applying to the new scheme designed to register EU citizens that wish to remain in the UK to live or work after the UK leaves the European Union. There are two status; settled (once a person has lived in the UK for 5 years or more) and pre-settled status (for those who reside in the UK but have not lived here for 5 years).

The Government have agreed that EU citizens who are resident in the UK before we leave the European Union (scheduled for 31st October) have until December 2020 to apply for settled or pre-settled status. The requirements for EU citizens arriving after the 31st October has yet to be decided.

EU citizens should only seek assistance from recognised sources of help. All Citizens Advice offices hold OISC Level 1 accreditation and can help with standard applications. In Beeston the local Citizens Advice run a Walk-in Centre on behalf of Europe Direct East Midlands (North).

Digital assistance is available for those that require help and are vulnerable as defined by the Home Office. There are a number of agencies contracted by the Home Office to assist vulnerable EU citizens in person with their applications to the EUSS. These include some Citizens Advice services, law centres and other immigration advice centres. The Home Office have published a list of contracted organisations along with details of the various forms of assistance.

If in doubt call the Europe Direct East Midlands (North) helpline first on 01773 532291.

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Prawn Stars Prawns are a weekly staple in our house. They are a great alternative to meat and work well in hundreds of dishes. There are loads of nutritional benefits of adding prawns to your diet. A good source of Omega-3 fatty acids, they are also low in fat and high in protein and a rich source of vitamin B12. Prawns are also very quick and easy to cook.

We generally buy bags of frozen, uncooked king prawns so if we are stuck for a supper we whip a bag out the freezer and hey presto!

For a quick and easy supper cook some spaghetti, drain, stir in some pesto sauce, cherry tomatoes and cooked prawns and garnish with

fresh basil. Light, fresh and really tasty.

For a taste of spain, cook prawns in butter with garlic and chopped red chillies and serve with crusty bread to soak up all the lovely juices. Or stir fry them in some Cajun spice and serve on a warm tortilla that you have spread with mashed avocado. Then add some mixed salad, roll up and enjoy!

Prawns work especially well in Asian cuisine – and I have included a lovely light Southern Indian curry recipe that we eat at least once a month.

Serve with some plain boiled basmati rice.

However you eat them – enjoy!!

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Southern Indian Prawn Curry

Creamy Prawn & Courgette Pasta

Sticky Chilli Prawns

1 tbsp sunflower oil (or ghee) 400g uncooked king prawns 2 x onions 4 x cloves garlic 3cm piece ginger – peeled 2 tsp garam masala 1 tsp turmeric 1 tsp chilli powder 400g ripe tomatoes (about 6 medium) roughly chopped 400ml tin coconut milk Salt Sugar Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh coriander

350g spaghetti 2 tbsp olive oil 360g raw king prawns 1 red chilli – sliced thinly 3 cloves garlic - crushed 1 lemon (unwaxed) – grated zest 3 x courgettes (about 500g) – grated 50g unsalted butter 7 x cherry tomatoes (halved) 4 tbsp crème fraiche Salt & pepper

1 tbsp sesame oil 1 tsp chilli flakes 2 tsp fish sauce 1 tbsp soy sauce 4 tbsp sweet chilli sauce 2 x cloves garlic – grated Ginger – thumb size piece – grated 1 tbsp lime juice 300g king prawns – uncooked 1 tbsp sesame seeds - toasted broccoli – half a head steamed basmati rice – to serve

Make a paste with the garlic, ginger and onions. I used a Nutri-bullet but a blender or food processor will do the same job – just add a splash of water.

If you don’t have any of these gadgets just chop finely.

Heat the oil on a medium heat in a large non stick pan. Add the garam masala and fry for 30 seconds. Then add the onion paste and cook gently for 10 mins.

Add the turmeric and chilli powder and cook for another 30 secs. Then tip in the tomatoes and cook gently for about 15 mins until the tomatoes have broken down and you have a thick sauce. Now add the coconut milk and bring to the boil. Simmer gently for 5 mins. Add a sprinkling of sugar and about a tsp of salt and lemon juice. Adjust the seasoning to taste. Add the prawns and cook gently until they are cooked (when they turn pink). Serve with plain basmati rice, scattered with fresh coriander.

Cook the pasta according to packet instructions. Drain and keep warm (save a couple of spoonfuls of the pasta water).

While pasta is cooking, make the sauce.

Heat the oil in a large frying pan. Add the garlic, chilli and lemon zest. Cook gently for 2 mins, then add the grated courgettes and the butter. It will seem a lot but they break down quickly. Cook gently for 10 mins until soft. Add the crème fraiche and prawns and stir well.

Stir in a couple of spoons of pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed. When the prawns are pink, season to taste and stir in the cherry tomatoes. Pile the spaghetti onto plates and spoon the sauce on top.

First toast the sesame seeds in a dry pan – then set aside. Heat the oil in the same pan, cook the garlic and ginger gently for 2 mins. In a bowl mix together the chilli flakes, soy sauce, sweet chilli sauce, fish sauce and lime juice. Add to the pan with the garlic and ginger. Bring to the boil and simmer for 5 mins. Add the prawns and cook gently until pink.

Meanwhile cook broccoli and add to the pan with the prawns. Serve with basmati rice and sprinkle the sesame seeds on top. Serves 2.

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Inspector Craig Berry Neighbourhood Policing Sgt. Sgt 2302 Sarah Merrall 101 Ext 310 2302 WEST BRIDGFORD TEAM PCSO 9651 Lisa Bee Tel: 07525 226404 PCSO 8094 Jane Barker Tel: 07702 141575 PCSO 4510 Behram Antia Tel: 07595 011957 PCSO 8133 Lee Sampson Tel: 07702 141707 PCSO 9819 Vee Mawer Tel: 07702 141778 PCSO 4781 Jodie Turner Tel: 07824 457222 Visit us online: www.nottinghamshire.police.uk Email: Rushcliffe.northpa@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk We have increased the amount of information we have put out on social media, apparently the new word is ‘socials’ not social media. The increase has been mainly around Facebook and Nottinghamshire or neighbourhood alerts.

from your local neighbourhood policing inspector, Craig Berry....

Over the summer we have had reports of young people swimming in the River Trent at Holme Pierrepont; advice has been given to them by the attending officers about the dangers of open water swimming.

Officers attended the Fun in the park event in West Bridgford, organised by St Pauls Church.

There seems to be an increase in catalytic convertor thefts from parked unattended vehicles, one recent report was from the County hall car park during the day. We have been posting information on social media around prevention methods to try and reduce this type of theft.

Work is also being carried out around West Bridgford in relation to reducing the theft of pedal cycles.

Bike marking event was held at the Rushcliffe Contact centre in West Bridgford.

Local officers have been busy locally. Here is a summary of what they’ve been up to:

Cropwell Bishop Picnic in the park, Bingham Fire Station summer event, St Peters summer fair, Gotham music festival and Rudfest attended.

Delivery of a Good Citizen and knife crime package to year 6 students at Edwalton Primary School by local officers.

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High visibility patrols around the local schools at arrival and leaving times, along with patrols around areas known for ASB issues. Local area group meetings attended in West Bridgford, Radcliffe on Trent, Bingham, East Leake and Keyworth.

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The Carlton Le Willows Salix Society is a new organisation which arose from the ashes of CLEWS which was the original society for past pupils of Carlton Le willows Grammar School.

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MIDSOMMAR THIS IS WEIRD

Last year Ari Aster wowed the world with his methodically crafted and deeply disturbing psychological horror Hereditary. Now Aster is back with another beautifully shot and conceptually strange piece in Midsommar, but sadly it does not achieve the same heights.

Midsommar follows a group of university students on their summer vacation visiting an isolated community to see their unique traditions. Before the trip though, tragedy hits one of the friends’ girlfriend and out of obligation he invites her on the trip.

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ONCE UPON A TIME IN HOLLYWOOD Mr Tarantino has always made it clear fans should enter with blank expectations into his films, for nearly all have made unpredictable turns in styles drawn from the guy’s current film obsession. But Kill Bill’s slow revenge drama flown down an 80s kung fu flick doesn’t come off as weird as the guy’s latest film, which explores 60’s Hollywood through today’s lens.

DiCaprio plays an alcoholic film star cursing his cheap future of spaghetti westerns while his stunt double (Brad Pitt) sits by to support him. The film’s charm lies in witnessing the low-budget feel of 60s films in the execution of a high-end modern one, emphasised by the number of big-time stars included to keep you in the present while the film begs the bright dresses and poppy vinyl.

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OUTIH brings a very odd, very entertaining nostalgic view of the golden age of cinema. The treat of excellent chemistry and directing is well full and present, but this light-seeming film within films has morbidly dark undertones to be discovered along the bright swingin’ n drinkin’ sixties as well. Tarantino has certainly nailed a new humorous and captivating film form and another entrée in his odd marvels.

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Tanya About Town Time for colder days and fright nights as Notts races through October & November As always there’s still plenty to do in and around our fantastic city, so grab a mug of something warm and take a read of my pick of what’s on...

Kicking it all off of course is the Goose Fair which returns to the Forest Recreation Ground to thrill and delight city residents and visitors with more than 500 attractions - from the latest white knuckle rides to the everpopular traditional rides (2-6 Oct). The fair dates back more than 700 years and is one of Europe’s largest travelling fairs.

Dating back even further is the story of Robin Hood. Join a unique, immersive experience this October at Newstead Abbey (19) taking you back to a 12th Century forest close to Nottingham. See local minstrels, artisans and characters. Eat, drink and be merry. Learn a trade or two. Meet the local man who would become a legend Be prepared for the scariest Halloween Nottingham has ever seen as Old Market Scare returns to the city for October half term. The Halloweenthemed family fun begins on Friday 25

October and runs through to Thursday 31 October. New for this year will be Horror Hotel, a live scare maze in the style of a haunted Victorian hotel. Visitors are invited to check in - if they dare - where actors, dressed as spooky characters, provide the shocks and surprises as people navigate their way around the creepy old hotel. This is a purpose built high-end maze that offers new levels of fear across two floors and where the unquiet dead stalk the halls in a labyrinthine journey towards ‘Room 13’.

Join more ghostly goings on at the Ghost Walks (3/24 Oct) at Wollaton Hall, with stories of real encounters and unexplained happenings or you could join The Woolly Tellers for a night of spooky and dark tales at the Malt Cross (1 Nov). There’s also the annual Mayhem Film Festival at the Broadway Cinema (10-13) with premieres, previews, special guests and midnight screenings, the festival showcases the best in horror, sci-fi and cult cinema, through feature films, short films and special events.

Dark nights aren’t just for ghost stories though - explore the beautiful illuminated trail around Rufford Abbey’s stunning gardens, marvel at the majestic trees and romantic ruins. Enjoy the wonderful music as you discover each new secret of this magical environment. (18 Oct - 3 Nov). The summer festivals may have come to an end for foodies

but now there’s Winter Fest to look forward to at Thoresby Court Yard! The event has a warming Christmas community atmosphere and has grown to be one of the venues most anticipated events.

The Beer and Cider Festival also returns to its new home at the Motorpoint Arena (Oct 9-12). You can enjoy over a thousand different real ales (not advisable in one go!), two large outdoor areas, the Backstage Beer Garden, with brewery bars, food stalls and live music, and the Bolero Square Village which also offers bars, stalls and more live music!

There’s also the Bramley Apple Festival to look forward to (19 Oct). Each year Southwell celebrates the origins of the Bramley Apple. The festival attracts hundreds of local, national and international visitors. A food and drink festival is held in Southwell Minster and incorporates all manner of apple-related products, fruit specialists, artisan producers and cookery demonstrations. If you’re a fan of artisan then you might want to give the Engine Yard at Belvoir Castle a visit to enjoy the hustle and bustle of market day (20 Oct/17 Nov).

Expect a handpicked selection of food producers, handcrafters as well as street food vendors and entertainers!

Foodies can learn more about what they love at the School of Artisan Food. There are numerous courses taking place to make your stomach rumble, including Foraging (19-20 Oct), Beer and Cheese Tasting (13 Oct/10 Nov) and an Introduction to Patisserie (12 Oct).

Music lovers are going to enjoy the next couple of months with so much to choose from. The Royal Concert Hall welcomes Aled Jones and Russel Watson (2 Oct), Roy and Buddy (21 Oct), Will Young (22 Oct), OMD (26 Oct), Van Morrison (28 Oct), Shakespears Sister (31 Oct), Marillion (3 Nov), Adam Ant (7 Nov), Squeeze (9 Nov) and Jools Holland (20 Nov). There’s a tribute festival taking place at Thoresby Hall (25-28 Oct) and if you’re a fan of tribute acts then you’ll love A Celebration of Luther Vandross (8 Oct), FastLove-A tribute to George Michael (19 Oct), You Win Again (27 Oct), The Songs of Barry White (28 Oct) and the Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour (22 Nov) all at the Royal Concert Hall. Down the road at the Motorpoint Arena you’ll find Little Mix (11/12 Nov) and there’s nostalgia with the Stepback concert (8 Nov).

If you’d rather throw your own moves, where do you go if you’re too old to go clubbing but you still love to dance? Discos for Grown Ups comes to town at the Belgrave Rooms (2 Nov) and the Embankment (23 Nov).

These pop up parties for ‘grownups’ who love to boogie the night away were founded by ex -record industry executive Simon Stanford after finding there was nowhere to go to have a great night of dancing if you’re over 40.

There’s more music at the Theatre Royal with visits from Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat (15 - 19 Oct), The Sound of Music (29 Oct -2 Nov) and We Will Rock You (23-30 Nov).

There’s drama in town with Prism, starting local lad Robert Lindsey (21-26 Oct) and what better way for kids to get their first taste of theatre than with The Gruffalo (Oct 10-13). This one sounds interesting - pit your wits against JB Fletcher at Solve-Along-A Murder, SheWrote, an interactive screening of the 80s classic at the Theatre Royal (Oct 28). The end of November also sees us creep into panto season (Oh yes it does!) as Sleeping Beauty begins at The Playhouse (22 Nov-11 Jan) and Cinderella at the Theatre Royal (30 Nov).

For those who like a laugh, Eddie Izzard visits the Royal Concert Hall (Oct 9-10) and Hancock & Co (Oct 14). Andy Parsons visits The Playhouse (Oct 11).

If you fancy something a little quieter join the free Photo Walk (8 Sep) at Thoresby Park for

photo lovers of all ages, all abilities and all cameras!

Time-keeping has never been my strong point but a visit to the Museum of Time Keeping is always interesting - catch their celebration of all things vintage and retro at Vintage Times, featuring classic cars, pre-war radios, vintage clothes, restored jukeboxes, and much more. Food will be available on site from Big D’s BBQ and Grill, with Southwell School’s Jazz Band performing in the ballroom (12 Oct).

As always, don’t forget the history right here on your doorstep. You can learn all about it while taking one of the many tours around the city, such as The Nutty Nottingham tour, the Robin Hood Town Tour, The Peel Street Caves and many more... *Always check with the venue ahead and book if necessary.

There is usually a cost or entrance fee unless stated otherwise.

If you are involved in a choir, singing group or band then we would love to hear from you.

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Gem Connection are staging their own show to celebrate their 21st Birthday year. The show entitled 21 will be staged at The Squire Performing Arts Centre, Nottingham Girls High School, 9 Arboretum Street, Nottingham, NG1 4.

Saturday December 14th at 7pm The evening will be full of first class entertainment, Tickets; £15 and concessions £12 Booking is essential. The Gems invite you to please visit their website for further booking details. www.gemconnection.org SAVE THE DATES!

Saturday 12 October, 7pm A Moment in Time: an evening of A Capella with the Lace City Chorus - The Minster School, Southwell Saturday 23 November, 7pm Arnold Hill Academy, Arnold For tickets, visit www.lacecitychorus.org or Tel: 01522821772

In Accord Chamber Choir with special guests Burlington Jazz presents...

Cabaret

October 19 at 7.30pm at Patchings Farm Arts Centre, Calverton, NG14 6NU Tickets £9 (students £7) Advance tickets only from 0115 960 6236

The Rock ’n’ Soul Singers Recently we forwarded a further donation of £1000 to YOUNGMiNDS, the charity we are supporting this year, thanks to our audience collections. Sunday 13th October we will be at Lark Hill Village, Clifton, and on Saturday 30th November will be at Audley St Elphin’s Park, Darley Dale. The Rock ‘n’ Soul Christmas Concert will be at Selston Parish Hall, Saturday 14th December at 7.30pm, (tickets available from choir members or contact tel. no. 01773 780192). For bookings please contact tel. no.

01773 719807 Please visit www.rocknsoul.org.uk or facebook. com/rocknsoulsingers for more information.

Nottingham Symphonic Wind Orchestra celebrated their 30th anniversary in 2018. Guided by Musical Director Keiron Anderson, highlights include broadcasts on Radio 3 and Classic FM. Concerts are given in support of charity with over £100,000 raised since 1987. In 2019/20 NSWO are supporting The Children’s Bereavement Centre.

Forthcoming Concert Let’s Dance!

Friday 5 October, 7pm Grange Hall Vicarage Lane Radcliffe-on-Trent NG12 2FB TICKETS: £12 (£13 online) /£6 (£6.50 online) from Windblowers: sales@ windblowers.com or 0115 9410543 www.nottinghamsymphonicwinds.org.uk

MUSIC GROUP DIRECTORY Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby Rd, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm-10pm. For more info: www. gemconnection.org or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome.

Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Interested in singing and improving your health and wellbeing? We’d love to see you. Tues 7.30pm-9.30pm, Bestwood Village Social Club, Park Road, Bestwood Village, NG6 8TQ. For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up.

Sherwood Clarinets - meets on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis.sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details.

Sherwood Chorus - a friendly, relaxed group who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, NG5 2EN. Admission £2. Email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com for further info.

Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available. Phone 0115 931 2157 or www.thesaturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held.

Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www.lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing?

Come and join us. Wed 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www.carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook.com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - warmly welcomes new members, all abilities. No auditions, no need to read music.

Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Mon, 8-9.45pm, term time only. For more info & tickets: tom.bird@hotmail.co.uk. NEW TERM commences September 2nd.

The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, well est. singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri, 7.15-7.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928.

Trent Valley Singers -a friendly mixed choir. Meet Thurs 1.30-3.30pm at Burton Joyce Comm.Church Hall. We sing a varied programme from classical to show songs.

No auditions. Ability to read music not required. Call Heather 0115 844 0872 or Marjorie 0115 931 3965.

Kings Community Choir - every Mon 7.30pm-9pm (term time). Open to everyone, come along, have a sing & bring friends. Kings Centre, NG5 7JX or call 0115 967 9997.

Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock RnB. Now on Tues 7.15pm-9.15pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959 or email: yourcommunitychoir@gmail.com or visit www. yourcommunitychoir.com Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers - If you enjoy singing and would like to join us please get in touch on 01773 780192.

Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Tuesday 6pm7pm. 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. For more info call Heather - 07941 121091 or email: heather@ng7.org.uk Nottingham Clarion Choir - a welcoming & inclusive choir, campaigning through international song for justice, peace & freedom. No auditions! We practice Sun-7.309.30pm. For more info: www.nottinghamclarionchoir.net Just Sing! - Ladies community choir. If you love singing, you’ll love our choir...cheaper than therapy! Tues, termtime at 7.30pm at St Swithuns Church, Woodborough. For more info call Cate 07717 582507/cate.actually@gmail.com.

Open Voices - choirs especially suitable for adults with learning difficulties. Beeston (Tues), West Bridgford (Tues) & Sherwood (Fri). 10am - 12 noon. For more info call Music for Everyone on 0115 958 9312 or email: gemma@music-for-everyone.org Nottinghamshire Rock Choir - Rock Choirs are run in West Bridgford, Beeston and Rainworth all on different days/times. We are always looking for new members, if you love to sing then come and join! No need to audition or read music. Visit www.rockchoir.com for more info and to sign up for a Free taster session.

Torkard Ensemble - Community music group in Hucknall, we have an instrumental group (grade 5 & above) & a choir. We make beautiful music & raise money for local charities. We are always looking for new members, but are particularly interested in hearing from tenor and bass singers. Contact us at: jen.beaumont@hotmail.co.uk Carrington Triangle Folk Club - meet every Wed 8.30pm at the Gladstone, NG5 2AW. All singers, acoustic musicians, poets & listeners are very welcome. For more info call Martin/Marion 0115 9552935 or m.smalley@ ntlworld.com or visit: carringtontriangle.org.uk The Rise - community singing group. No auditions, beginners welcome. Thurs 7.30pm-9pm. Federation House, Claremont Rd, NG5 1BH. £3.50 (£1.50 concessions) per wk. First session free. For more info call Angela: 07981885013 or facebook.com/Sherwood Rise YesterYear - a small a cappella singing group, rehearse weekly from 7.15pm-9.15pm on 1st & 3rd Thurs monthly in St Mary’s Church, Long Eaton, 2nd Thurs in St Luke’s Church, Loscoe & 4th Thurs in Derby.For more info contact Chris Nixon:cccnixon@aol.com or Rob Botham: robbotham@tiscali.co.uk Open Voices - friendly singing groups designed for adults with learning difficulties. Meet weekly in Beeston, West Bridgford (Tues 10am-noon) & Sherwood (Fri 10amnoon). For more info call 0115 958 9312 or visit www. music-for-everyone/whats-on/adult-music/open-voices New Greasley Singers - small, mixed voice choir, singing Bach to Queen!Wed: 7.30pm-9pm at St Mary’s Parish Church, Eastwood, NG16 3BS. Call Elaine (MD) on 07904 297557 or 07506 547460 or email: thenewgreasleysingers@gmail.com Burton Joyce Choral Society - welcome new members.

Friendly mixed choir. Rehearse in BJ Village Hall Mondays 7.45pm -9.30pm. For more info call Mary: 0115 931 2803 or pop in Sept-June (break for summer).

Soundswell - community choir meet Tues eve (termtime) at Bluecoat Academy, Aspley. A wonderful way to make new friends. Visit www.soundswell.org for more info.

Fun Chorus - have groups in Gedling, Carlton, Kimberley, Bingham, Bramcote & Ravenshead. For a FREE taster session please contact penny@funchorus.co.uk. All welcome. www.funchorus.com Sherwood Tuneless Choir -for people who love singing but think they can’t sing. Meet at Sherwood United Reformed Church, 1 Edwards Lane, NG5 3AA, 1st & 3rd Tues monthly - 8pm-9.30pm. For info call Binny:07884 005286 or www.tunelesschoir.com/sherwood

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

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

Nottingham Concert Band Reg. charity no. 1129243

presents

‘Strike Up The Band’ A relaxed cafe-style concert at

THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION

16 Hall Croft, Beeston, Nottingham

Saturday 12th October at 7:30pm Tickets £5

call 07917 773003 (David)

or email music@nottinghamconcertband.org

Eastwood Collieries’ Male Voice Choir have started their centenary celebrations and have just released a new CD! Called ‘Every Man Was Singing’ the CD celebrates the choir’s centenary by highlighting 15 items from its current repertoire, including ‘Love Is All Around’, ‘Unchained Melody’ and the specially commissioned ‘Every Man Was Singing’. The CD comes in a digipack, with 12-page booklet and costs £10 (plus £1 P&P if posted). Call 07802 758223 or email info@ ecmvc.org to order or browse to www.ecmvc. org for more details.

Burton Joyce Choral Society...

We are a long established 4 part choir based in Burton Joyce, rehearsing on Mondays from 7.459.30m in the Village Hall. We sing an eclectic conductor and music director: Robert Parker range of music. Our next ventures are a concert in December, and then in the spring, a joint concert with other Notts based choirs and the Nottingham Symphony Orchestra in Southwell Minster.

We would love to welcome new or returning members to our ranks to join us for the upcoming events. We do not hold Carrington Triangle Folk Club auditions and while an ability to read music Every Wednesday 8.30pm all year except Christmas is an advantage it is not essential.

Gladstone Loscoe Road Carrington NG5 2AW (upstairs) For more info call Mary on 0115 9312803 Mainly singers nights but Guest Nights as below or 07875 099941, or Ruth on 0115 16 Oct – REG MEUROSS 9523943 or 07926 091388. Our website address is www.bjchoralsociety.org.uk 30 Oct – DAN MCKINNON

20 Nov – COHEN BRAITHWAITE KILCOYNE & ROSIE HOOD 11 Dec – DOUG EUNSON & SARAH MATTHEWS

m.smalley@ntlworld.com http://www.carringtontriangle.org.uk/

"Good News! Fun Chorus has come to Arnold! Whether you think you can or can't sing you are welcome to come along and make beautiful noise with us in a central Arnold location.

Contact penny@funchorus.co.uk for more information or to book your place"

Sherwood Tuneless Choir

If you love singing but think you can't sing come and join us because we love “singing like no one is listening”. It’s a night filled with song and laughter, and a great atmosphere.

We meet at the Sherwood United Reformed Church 1 Edwards Lane Nottingham NG5 3AA on the first and third Tuesday of the month from 8pm to 9.30pm with a break for refreshments.You can join us any time. For further details contact Binny Watkins at Sherwoood@Tunelesschoir.com or on 07884005286. Or see our website – http://www. tunelesschoir.com/sherwood or find us on Facebook”

M U S I C Bingham and District Choral Society

We are now busy rehearsing for our Autumn Concert, Joyful Baroque. This will take place at 7.30pm on Saturday 16th November at St Mary’s Parish Church, Newark. It is not too late in the season to join our friendly, non-audition choir and a three-week, no-commitment trial is available to new singers. Please visit our website www.binghamchoral.org.uk or ring Val Morgan on 0115 9332353 for further details.

Do you know any talented young classical singers? If so, do tell them about our John and Barbara Beaumont Bursary and Prize competition. Applications will be welcomed from singers who will be under the age of 24 on 31st October 2019, and who normally live in the East Midlands. The Bursary is for £100 to further the winner’s musical career and the Prize is an opportunity to perform with the choir at a future concert.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 31st October. Once again, please visit www. binghamchoral.org.uk for full details.

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If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay £5.50+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+ professional/business single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 7.30pm -10.30pm. Tel: Ken on 07769 834693 or www. nottinghamroundabout.co.uk

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 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

Greenwood STEP CLOG - rhythmic, percussive dancing. Mondays from 8pm, Queen’s Walk Community Centre, Nottingham,

NG2 2DF. Actively seeking new male & female dancers/musicians! Our aim - have FUN, keep fit & uphold a long tradition.

Call Tricia: 07731 679072 or Joy/Eric: 0115 978 6858. E: joy.foxley@gmail.com. www.greenwood-clog.org.uk

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: phoenixfriends2019@gmail.com

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Learn to Dance Ceroc - Thurs 7.45pm - 10.45pm at Lutterell Hall, NG2 6AY. No partner needed. 18-80+yrs. Great fun, social night. For more info call Sue: 07915 671688. Like our FB page Ceroc Heaven for more Notts classes.

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 - On Sun 20 October at 7.30pm the Sam Kelly Trio will be doing a concert at the Poppy Folk Club, The Poppy & Pint, Lady Bay, West Bridgford. Tickets £10. Sun 17 November at 7.30pm, singaround & instrumental evening, same venue.Further details: 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 Leander Swimming Club - for competitive swimming, water polo & ‘masters’ training at city & Rushcliffe pools.

Visit our website www.leandersc.com to see what our green octopus has been up to!

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 Reiki - The Gentle Japanese Healing Technique. Notts Reiki & Meditation are a not for profit organisation raising funds for Marie Curie. We hold 2 meetings monthly in Nottingham at Arnold & West Bridgford. If you would like to attend & share the gentle energy, please email Richard: info@nottsreiki.com or call 07487 660 2556

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. Meet at Wollaton Park Comm.Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG: 4th Tues monthly: 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demos. 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 2nd & 4th Wed (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 call 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 details on 01773 530383

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Art Group in Tollerton - friendly amateur painting group meet every Tues morning in Methodist Village Hall, Stanstead Ave.

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.

South Notts Phoenix Friendship Club - meet every Thurs at Arnold Liberal Club. 7.30pm-10.30pm for social & dancing evening, hand in friendship to all. Tel 01949 358154 or gmtyas@hotmail.co.uk

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 West Bridgford Dramatic Society - meet for club night at 7.45pm on Tuesdays at The Studio Theatre, Stamford Road, West Bridgford. For more info contact Penny at penny.lewin46@gmail.com or visit www.wbds.org.uk 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 Why Not Try Dinghy Sailing On The River? - sessions on Thursday evening, Saturdays & Sundays. Juniors from 8yrs welcome Saturday mornings, they have fun! Go to www.nottinghamsc.org.uk for more info or email: club@ nottinghamsailing.club 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.

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.

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

The Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Field Club - meets fortnightly, Saturday afternoons (except Dec). Outdoors (summer walks & outings) April - Sept & indoors (speakers) Oct-Mar at the YMCA, 61b Mansfield Rd, NG1 3FN. For more info call Ian on 0115 960 6882.

Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society - meet every Tues 7pm - 9.30pm (Sept-June) at Wollaton Park Community Centre, 15 Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Excellent speaker programme & internal competitions. For more info visit: www.nnps. org or call Steve Sulley: 07803 021198

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

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‘Our Place’ Community Cafe - meet us in the church lounge at St Paul’s. Boundary Rd, West Bridgford, every Monday -

9.30am - 11.30am for a friendly face, a cup of tea and a conversation - just follow the signs. A guaranteed warm welcome for all. We are always open, even bank holidays!

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, inc.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.

West Bridgford Baptist Church - Melton Road, welcomes you to our “Place of Welcome” & invites you to come along on a Thursday between 10am to 11.30am for refreshments & a guaranteed warm welcome! For further info call 0115 981 0690.

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We sell at Plant Hunters’ Fairs throughout the season.

STARS OF THE AUTUMN GARDEN If one flower embodies the joy of the autumn garden then it must be the Aster, or Michaelmas Daisy to give it its common name.

These brilliant bloomers come in a vast array of heights from low mounds for the front of the border to stately, towering giants for the back and in colours including violet, blue, crimson, pink and white. To cap it all there are even asters that bloom in spring!

The biggest range of colours and heights comes from the New York Asters including low growing ones like the “Red Robin”, through to 5ft giants.

These are the most prone to mildew and good growing conditions are essential. This includes: compost-rich, moist soil and a good dose of fertiliser in the spring. The clumps should be divided regularly in spring and the small sections should be planted around 9-12in / 2230cm apart to ensure good air circulation. Cut the stems down after flowering and clear away dead leaves and mulch in late winter.

The heather-leaved Aster (Aster ericoides) has tiny leaves like a heather but grows into a 3ft / 90cm tall bushy plant and is covered with masses of tiny flowers in autumn. This one also needs good growing conditions.

The New England Asters like the tall pink “Connie” and the equally tall purple “Helen Picton” are generally free of problems

and tolerate drier soils.

Earlier to flower and always healthy in our garden is the 2ft 6in / 75cm, “Mönch” with his large lavender blue flowers from late July into October.

Asters aren’t just good for us to enjoy, they also provide a wonderful nectar source for butterflies like the Comma, Peacock, Red Admiral and Small Tortoiseshell that continue to feed well into October. To see a tall plant of aster “Daybreak” (“Octendgloren” to give her the proper Dutch name) covered with butterflies on a sunny October day is such a thrilling sight.

Some Asters give great value in the garden from their dark, almost black, glossy leaves and stems: “Calliope” is the best of these and looks great for months before the masses of small, lavender-blue flowers burst forth in October. She grows to about 4-5ft / 1.2-1.5m tall and spreads to form a sizable clump. The pale violet flowered “Vasterival” is similar in habit.

Asters look great planted with autumn flowering grasses or low growing Ice Plants (Sedums) or even planted on mass for a dazzling display of colour.

Oh, and that spring-flowering one? It’s the Alpine Aster and you can grow this little plant from seed – look out for Aster alpinus.

Martin Blow

We will be at the Plant Hunters’ Fairs at Patchings Art Centre, Calverton NG14 6NU on Saturday 28th March 2020 with free entry to the plant fair and free parking.

Other Plant Hunters’ Fairs will take place during 2020 at Southwell Minster, Nottingham; Carsington Water, Ashbourne; the 1620’s House and Garden, Donington Le Heath, Leicestershire; the National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas, Staffordshire and Middleton Hall, Tamworth. Please see www. planthuntersfairs.co.uk for the full calendar of dates and venues.

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Styling wise there is no doubt as to Suzuki’s true intentions behind the Sport with aggressive and unique styling touches making themselves known across nearly every one of the Swift’s panels. Exclusive design details give the all-new Swift Sport a far more distinctive style over the rest of the range and help it to stand out from the increasingly generic crowd. The Swift’s striking front grille and bumper, impressive 17” alloy wheels and carbon effect aerodynamic under spoilers deliver what Suzuki say is, ‘the ultimate style statement’ and create a first impression that lingers long in the memory. And that’s before you take into account the bright Champion Yellow paintwork and duel exhaust pipes.

Step inside the Sport and the sporting (ahem) theme continues with distinctive red accents throughout and supportive sport seats that conspire to hold you securely in place when the drive demands it and yet offer comfort aplenty for a trip down to the shops or further afield. The 3-spoke leather covered steering wheel feels great and combines well with the fully adjustable seats to give you a real connection to the Swift.

A connection that improves every time you go out for a drive in the Suzuki. There’s even room in the back for three adults.

You have all the technology you’d expect from a modern hot hatch and more, there’s Suzuki easy to use and clear satellite navigation system, a useful rear parking camera and adaptive cruise

control. For additional ease of use, the Swift includes an excellent keyless entry/start system which helps to create a sporting feel the moment you press the button to awaken the Sport’s rorty 138bhp turbocharged 4 cylinder engine.

To keep you and your passengers entertained there’s also a DAB digital radio and smartphone linkage display which allows you to take control of the entertainment as you drive.

Useful and impressive tech is everywhere and it all works without taking away from the Swift’s raison d’être, that of going very fast and being lots of fun.

But what you’re really interested in is the drive, this is after all a hot hatch. It needs to offer the young and excitable the promise of excitement and practicality that the Swift Sport has always been well known for. The 1.4 Boosterjet turbocharged engine under the bonnet arrives with 4 cylinders and 1373cc delivering an exciting and impressive 138bhp @5500rpm, a figure that combines extremely well with the Swift’s kerb weight, including all options, of just 975kg.

Peak power arriving at 5500rpm and 170 lb/ft torque produced between 2500-3500rpm means that this is a car in which to make excellent progress along the highways and byways. Indeed, in just such an experiment the B6451 Farnley Lane, a MotorMartin favourite with corners and elevation changes aplenty, was dispatched by the Suzuki quite

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Shopping, the school run and daily commute are all completed comfortably and economically with the Swift achieving up to 50.4mpg when driven sensibly and with a light right foot whilst there’s also a decent boot. Best of both worlds and then some.

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WHAT’S STOPPING YOU ???

You’ve hit a wall in your progress, and you’ve tried everything... ...and I mean everything. Even the fad diet skinny tea that does nothing at all for your body, except a little hydration (let’s not completely beat down on them).

So, what is stopping you? Why can’t you trigger that response you had in the early stages of your journey? What changed along the way?

Nothing you say, OK…. read on, this is for you.

How are you managing yourself? Your mind, your sleep, your stress?

So what can you do?

Here are a few coaching points I give clients:

Ever tracked these factors when in a weight loss program?

1. Make a sleep log of each night.

I’m asking a lot of questions because they need answering in order for you to “unlock the block”.

2. Record how much water you’re consuming daily.

If your stress levels have increased or your results now match your stress level capability, then results will stall. Remember, dieting and weight loss are a stress and if your day to day stress level is already high you’ve added to this with dieting.

“But I can’t change this Andy”, I hear this a lot; my client’s stress management is often the reason that things slow down.

Family issues, work worries, social dilemmas…these things can creep up on us without us being aware. You’ve stuck to your plan, but nothing is happening, so you cut more calories, start exercising more. What are you doing???

Increasing stress.

You might see it is being more proactive, dealing with the weight loss plateau, but really all you’ve done is given the body another reason to fight back.

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3. Write out three priorities for tomorrow before bed, and clear your mind.

4. It’s OK to have ME time. Go for a walk, sit in silence or go do something to break the pattern.

You don’t need to train harder, starve yourself or neglect yourself mentally. What you do need to do is listen to the signs and work out…. how do I get past this block?

Why not give those four pointers a try for the next week and take note of what it is that’s coming up that seems to be slowing down your progress. That’s the direction you need to take.

looking good, feeling great Hollies Day Nursery Sponsors Bridgford Park Hollies Day Nurseries are delighted to announce their long-term sponsorship of Bridgford Park in Nottingham.

Their partnership with Rushcliffe Borough Council is in addition to their current sponsorship of the Lark in the Park event, which welcomes thousands of visitors to West Bridgford every year.

Owners of Hollies Day Nurseries, Drew and Becky Pike, who have 4 nurseries across the County said “we are really excited to be working further with Rushcliffe Borough Council to promote Bridgford Park. As well as a fantastic year-round resource for local children and their families, it also offers plenty for people living further afield, who come to the many free events held there. Now that our nursery is fully established in West Bridgford, we are trying to do as much as we can to

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The e c i f f O le a T y Part Working in a small office has it’s advantages.

Office parties tend to be weekend affairs. Or they used to be...

In 2017 we decided to go to a log cabin in Lincolnshire. It looked idyllic and when we arrived it lived up to expectations, up to the point when Sarah realised she had a small furry room-mate. Mini – as we affectionately named her – kept popping up through the floor boards with Sarah running round at 4am blocking each hole she came through with all available objects. The game ended when Sarah collapsed, exhausted, on the sofa and Mini moved on to annoy someone else.

Next day we decided to go to the local pub and cheer Sarah up with a lovely meal. It obviously wasn’t her weekend as her dinner arrived with half the field still attached to the lettuce.

Trying to stifle our giggles, with Sarah weeping into her pint, the waiter offered to replace the meal however by this point Sarah had lost her appetite and we opted for a liquid lunch instead.

In 2018 we decided to up our game and hired a beautiful cottage in the Peak District, with chickens roaming and views to die for.

This time we had a Caribbean theme to the weekend. Jerk chicken for dinner and cocktails in the Jacuzzi were the order of the day. Cat had planned numerous party games, which to be fair I was dreading, even more so when she started to unload ping pong balls, blow up guitars and pink wigs!!

After a hefty dinner and a few bottles of fizz it was Jacuzzi time. The fact that it was mid-January with a force 10 gale rattling the windows and torrential rain wasn’t going to put us off. The first game was ‘ping pong panic’, five balls placed in the middle of the hot tub and you had to avoid being touched by any of them, however the object of the game was pretty irrelevant because the minute the ping pong balls hit the water, a gust of wind blew them all over the garden.

After retrieving them, freezing my bits off, for the third time, we all lost interest and poured ourselves another glass of prosecco. The wind was so bad that the fountains on the Jacuzzi kept whipping us in the face. After half an hour we all looked like trawler men at the end of a long shift. Not quite the relaxing evening we had in mind. Bedraggled and frozen from the shoulders up, we sprinted indoors and carried on the party in the warm.

The following morning determined to clear up the debris from the night before, we found the chickens playing football with the ping pong balls!!

This year I have put my foot down and we are playing it safe, going into our great city for a knee’s up. Back to our own beds with not a Jacuzzi or pink wig in sight...

No mice or chickens were hurt during our adventures (honest!). © Ali Wale

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Walks With Emily & Friends Felley Mill Circular Walk Walk distance: about 3 miles Difficulty: Easy - Moderate (all on a well trodden path)

Keep following this path round and you will come back to the same point you turned off at the start of the walk. Follow the track back down to Felley Farm and you will have returned back to Felley Mill Lane.

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Felley Mill is a walk in Underwood, just north of Nottingham. Despite this walk only being a few minutes from (and even crossing over) the M1, it boasts views of uninterrupted countryside and dogs can be off the lead for pretty much the entire route. The landscape was also a major inspiration for both Lord Byron and DH Lawrence.

Take the turning for Underwood from the M1 and turn right when you reach the roundabout.

Follow the A608 all the way down until you reach Felley Mill Road on the left (it is just by the bus stop). Follow this lane all the way down and you will find other cars parked on the right hand side - park up anywhere along here (free of charge).

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From here walk to the end of the lane, passing Felley Farm on your right. Continue ahead on the bridleway and bear left up the hill.

Follow this track passing America Farm and crossing the M1. After crossing the motorway bridge, carry on walking down until you reach a turning on the right, and continue along this path. Do note that when you get to this point this is a road (albeit not very busy) so you may want to keep your dog on a lead.

Keep following the path round until it bears round to the right and crosses under the M1 through a tunnel.

Continue walking in a straight line (ignoring any other turn offs) until the track comes back to a field path. There are great views here over Underwood and a few benches.

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Preventing Boredom In Your Dog Interactive feeding can help meal times last longer and prevent boredom in dogs that are on strict rest/weight loss regimes/eat meals quickly, helping provide enrichment.

• Messy eating: Feeding kibble in the garden or on the kitchen floor.

• Treat balls/Kongs: Serve your dog’s meal in a treat ball/Kong.

• Puzzle Bowls: Bowls with grooves or odd shapes cut into them.

• Get creative: Hide food in cardboard boxes/ egg boxes or put kibble in a baking tray and cover with balls/toys.

Remember that food used should come out of your dog’s daily allowance to help prevent weight gain from using high calorie treats.

Sandpit/earthpit: If your dog likes digging holes in the garden then try building him/her their very own sandpit. This can be filled with dirt or sand.

You can bury some of their toys to encourage them to dig in this area and not your flowerbed!

Exercise: Exercise is really important for your dog. This should be altered to suit your pet’s age and any health conditions they may have.

Things to try: • Dogs with lots of energy will benefit from plenty of off lead exercise if safe to do so.

• Play with their favourite toys on walks.

• Training: Practicing commands (sit, paw, lay down, leave etc) will help keep their brain busy.

• Attend obedience/ agility classes. www.scarsdalevets.com

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LAST YEAR I STARED DEATH IN THE FACE AND LIVED TO TELL THE TALE...

Fortunately it was just a kid in fancy dress who wasn’t looking where he was going as I cycled home. That’s right, it’s Halloween. Where the ghouls come out to play, terrors stalk the streets, and the locals hide behind sofas to ward off rogue spirits. Or, more specifically the streets turn into a mass of children (and adults) in fancy dress who go door to door begging for sweets.

Now I don’t wish to wax lyrical on what it was like in my day but I don’t recall Halloween ever being half the big deal it seems to be today. I think we did a bit of trick or treating, we may even have dallied with fancy dress but it wasn’t much more than a black jumper and a second-hand pair of plastic vampire fangs. I’m pretty confident we returned home with a paltry offering of a couple of Black Jacks (remember when we had proper sweet shops? That’ll be a future article I’m sure!) and half a roll of Extra Strong Mints.

Nowadays it’s a full-on social occasion. Woe betide if you have children and aren’t planning on getting into the party spirit. You big old spoilsport, get yourself down to the fancy dress shop and turn your children into a variety of characters that’ll be forgotten by the morning and will gather dust until next year when the kids have grown out of them. To be clear, we aren’t much of a dressing up family. Before we had kids, if we were invited to a fancy dress party we’d probably not bother turning up. Yes, we are quite dull. Fortunately our children don’t take after us and they love a bit of fancy dress, so Halloween has rapidly turned into one of their favourite nights.

But there are a few things we had to learn the hard way, so here’s a very quick guide to surviving the night: THE PUMPKIN CODE No-one talks about this until you fail, then suddenly everyone tells you that you got it wrong. Essentially, if you have a pumpkin in front of your house that’s a signal for the gangs of roving kids (sorry, Trick Or Treaters) to approach your house. So if you want a quiet life, don’t put out a pumpkin.

DON’T TRY AND BE FUNNY The kids just want their own body weight in sugar.

Don’t try and make dad jokes at the door, they’ve come with a set goal and you’re just getting in the way of this efficient sweet eating machine.

NEVER ASK FOR THE TRICK Again, you’ll think you’re being funny and/or clever.

Remember, kids are scary. That’s why they put them in horror films to make things extra creepy. Do not, under any circumstances think you’ll get a comedy Trick.

You know that old couple you haven’t seen on the street since last October? Just saying….

YOU CAN NEVER HAVE TOO MANY SWEETS Before you complain to me about expectations of sugar consumption (you know who you are) make sure you stock up. Worst case, you’ll have a few sweets spare as a nice reward for yourself. But most of all, you do not want to be the house that runs out of sweets. The social shame is real. And if you run out mid-group, one of the kids is going to have a meltdown/cry/tantrum/ burn your house down and do you really want to be the person responsible for that (as their parents glare at you with a cold fury usually reserved for drivers who don’t wave a thanks when you let them past at traffic lights).

So good luck! Hopefully I’ll see you on the other side, just in time for Christmas!

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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Fly High With Nottingham Youth Orchestra!

Despite the national dip in the number of top grades, students at The Nottingham Emmanuel School have again bucked the trend with students obtaining the highest number of A*-A and A*-B grades in the school’s history.

Young musicians find their playing takes off when they join Nottingham Youth Orchestra.

Sight-reading, instrumental and listening skills improve hugely each year, and youngsters keep coming back for more. Ask them for their highlights, and top of the list are the friendships made alongside break-time cakes, the ever popular weekly tuck shop, an exclusive NYO ice cream van visit, plus residentials and musical trips out.

There were many excellent individual outcomes, with a record number of students going on to study at the country’s leading Russell Group universities.

Ben Vafaei, who is going to The University of Manchester to study Chemical Engineering, said “it’s not always been easy to keep up with the demands of A Levels, but the support of teachers and camaraderie of friends has made it possible”.

Derek Hobbs, Principal, said “I’m delighted with this set of results. It’s a real privilege to play a part in the success of so many young people and now to see them progress to their chosen universities and courses. We look forward to welcoming a record number of students into Year 12, from both Emmanuel and other schools, for the new academic year that lies ahead”.

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NYO is having a FREE fun and friendly Taster Evening on Thursday 17th October (18.3019.30) at The Becket School, West Bridgford, NG2 7QY. Interested young musicians will get a chance to play Camila Cabello’s Havana with Training Orchestra (Gds 2-4 standard) or take to the skies playing How To Train Your Dragon with Intermediate Orchestra (Gds 5-7).

Last academic year over 200 talented youngsters in NYO’s 3 orchestras and 2 jazz orchestras experienced 50 pieces of music. In the same period, more than 2000 people saw NYO’s concert hall performances ranging from Stravinsky to Glen Miller and Disney hits, plus a world premiere. No wonder Nottingham Youth Orchestra comes “highly recommended” by both parents and members.

If you know a young musician who would like to play their instrument with us, please send details to: events@nottinghamyouthorchestra.org or simply visit www.nottinghamyouthorchestra.org for more information.

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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 £5.50+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.

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Sprouts Drama - after-school drama classes in West Bridgford & Lady Bay for 4-11 yrs. Games, songs and adventures! Visit www.sproutsdrama.com to book in or call 07976 824979.

St Paul’s Toddler Group - meet weekly, term-time only at St Paul’s Church, Boundary Rd on Wed, 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 - birth to 5 years. Every Mon 10-11.30am (term time) at The Rock Church, 13-15 Wellin Lane, Edwalton, NG12 4AS. £2 per family. For 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 children 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.

Learn to Swim - with the Nottingham Leander Tadpoles. Rushcliffe & City pools. 3½ yrs upwards.

Qualified teachers & lots of fun. See what the green octopus can offer on our website: www.leandersc.com 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 - October-March. Notts Indoor Cricket Centre, Bar Lane Ind Est, Basford Maltings. Mon U11 6-7pm; hardball net 7-8pm; Friday Club Night for all ages 6.30pm7.30pm. Indoor Cricket League Saturdays 1-5pm U11 & U13. 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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Rehearsals take place Tues (term time only) 6.15pm - 7.30pm (Junior & Girls’ Voices) & 7.30pm-9pm (Youth Choir) at Nottingham Emmanuel School. For more info call 0115 958 9312 or admin@music-for-everyone.org Willow Pre-School - St. Paul’s Church Halls, Boundary Rd, NG2 7DB. Mon-Fri 9am-12noon, TueFri 1pm-4pm, lunch club Tues-Fri 12noon-1pm. £13.20 per session, £5.75 per lunch club. Term time only. Contact: admissions@willowpreschool.co.uk or call 07503636205. Funded places for some 2yr olds & all 3-4yr olds.

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 Nottingham Youth Band - if you’re 8yrs+ and play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument to Grade 2 or above, come along & try out our Youth Band. Rehearsals are Tues (NYB West Bridgford) & Thurs (NYB Beeston). For more info call 0115 958 9312 or admin@music-for-everyone.org Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 5pm - 6pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.8yrs +. For more info: carltonlifesavingclub@gmail.com 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.

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 £2 (inc.

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Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills: fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, BTEC, DofE and much more. Ages 12 -18yrs. For more info visit Armycadets.com to find your nearest Detachment or tel: 0115 9837645 Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, shooting.For 13-18yr olds. Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org

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