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Roberts Building & General Maintenance

Most households jobs/repairs undertaken

Large or small jobs welcome Full Public Liability Insurance Over 35 yrs experience Free Quotes

For a quote/advice ring Jason on

Brickwork • Fencing • Slabbing

Tel: 0115 9205 313

Handyman Services bathroom & kitchen refurbs, ceramic tiling, plumbing, painting, decorating, fencing, roofing, flooring, gardening, flatpack furniture, pressure washing, gardening

0774 116 4990

GM PL ASTERING SILKY SMOOTH CEILINGS AND WALLS Professional plastering contractors

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New Build Refurbishments Domestic & Commercial Insurance Free Consultation

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Plaster Boarding Artex Removal Re-skims & Repair Work Coving Partition Walls

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PAINTING & DECORATING COVING & ARTEXING Fully City & Guilds Qualified 25 Years Experience Friendly Reliable Service Good Quality Clean Work Free Estimates • Competitive Rates

Call Glen Birch

Tel: 0115 9616043 Mob: 07952 129937

P.G Stapleton

Building & Roofing Services

Guttering • Repointing • Brickwork Roofing • General Maintenance

FREE quotes and advice

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HAPPY 2013

TO ALL OUR READERS!!! We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas holiday... lots of eating, drinking and awful TV. You canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t beat it. If, like us, you feel a bit deflated now the festivities are over, have a look at all the wonderful businesses in our looking good section for some inspiration and ways to shape up, cheer up and feel good about yourself. A hearty homemade soup on a cold winters day can be just the ticket we have included 3 of our favourites in this edition. ENJOY! Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah & Helen

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looking good, feeling great

eat, drink & be merry! recipes a helping hand a helping hand directory

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kids kids diary free time community diary

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business, I.T & opportunities useful information puzzle solutions top tips index / list of advertisers faith

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ERNHALE ROOFING

ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING REPAIRS

Stacks dropped or capped | Ridges re-bed | re-pointing | insurance work

Slating & Tiling | Flat roofs: new or repair | guttering etc... PAY NOTHING UNTIL ABSOLUTELY SATISFIED! Tel: (0115)

993 1792 Mob: 07752 772410

PHIL SARGEANT Painter & Decorator Mob: 07890 750585 Tel: 0115 960 7438 Over 21 years British Gas experience

TherMix (Gas Services) Ltd

All areas of Nottingham covered

ACS Qualified & time served Gas Engineer Competitive rates for installation of full systems, condensing boilers & other appliances. Specialist for older appliance, system repairs & servicing. Landlord safety certificates

Call Mike on

0115 840 2047 or 07968 314312 thermixltd@live.co.uk Member of the Warm Front Grant Scheme

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Painting - Internal & External, Tiling, Plumbing & Bathrooms, Carpentry General Household Repairs, Garden Projects

Call Matt for a free quote

07748 497 286 0115 9200738

matt@britton14.fsnet.co.uk

B&M HEATING

For All Your Plumbing & Heating Needs • Boiler & Fire Servicing • Central Heating • Bathroom Installations • Gas Safety Checks 536889

Call For A Free Quote Or Advice

0115 967 0912 07860 291977

MATT THE PLASTERER FREE CONSULTATION attention to detail • clean & reliable re-skimming plasterboard • coving internal & external local repair & insurance work

Landscapes With over 25 years experience, we’re your local experts in: • BLOCK PAVING DRIVES & PATHS • FENCING • TARMAC DRIVES & PATHS • WALLS & BRICKWORK • TURFING/LANDSCAPING • DECKING

Honest, Reliable Service, contact John for a free quote

01159 200197 Mob: 07973 376591 Tel:

Email:jt@littlegreenlandscapes.co.uk www. littlegreenlandscapes.co.uk

T: 0115 9261102 M: 07970 544715 14 Fisher Ave, Woodthorpe

Glenn Myers

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We have your carpentry needs covered

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Reader Questionnaire: RESULTS A MASSIVE THANKS to all of you who took the trouble to ﬁll in your questionnaires. We really do appreciate it. Congratulations to Mr Stevenson who wins a £50 Tesco voucher and to Ms Frankland and Mrs Owens who both win £25 vouchers of their choice. We were overwhelmed by the positive and constructive answers to the questions. Here’s what we found out............

98.6% of you read and keep the magazine

Great news for advertisers and contributors (and us!!!)

The main reasons given for keeping the magazines were to find local businesses, local services and to find out what's going on in the area. You also love your puzzles, competitions and offers so we will try to include as many of these as we possibly can. History was also popular and we would like to thank all our wonderful contributors. Wow - this is great news for us and all the businesses in the mags...from oven cleaners to river cruises, gardeners to fitness classes you love them all!! ...Really good , great rates, well satisfied, super... were all comments you used to describe the service you received.

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of you said the magazine meets your needs. And more than half of you have used more than one business from the magazine!!!

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improve the magazine. Very kindly lots of you said it was ﬁne as it is. But we did get lots of really good suggestions.

favourite sections lots of you simply said "All of it". For those that did specify, adverts came top, followed by local news and events. Most of the sections got a mention which is great!

Some we have already taken on board; money off vouchers, more competitions, interviews with local traders Some we are working on right now; bringing back top tips page, restaurant offers Others are all noted and will be considered at a later date. Thanks to all of you who have agreed to help us on an ongoing basis with our spot checking. There's the chance to win a tenner every other month for answering a very quick phone call. If you missed the questionnaire but would like to be on our call list there is still time.

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James Painting & Decorating Your local time served, professional decorator • Interior & exterior work • Free quotations • Fully insured • Friendly & reliable

Tel: 0115 963 5969 Mob: 07979 555355

Email: james.vernon@hotmail.com

BEECROFTS JOINERY All aspects of joinery work undertaken by a time served tradesman with 25 years experience. *DOOR OFFER* Six panel, white, primed, grained, internal doors with handles, hinges etc.

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Greg Drozdowski

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Tel: 01623 401128 or 07711 441459 Email: info@home-sweep.co.uk

Heatherview Landscapes Hedge & Grass Cutting Garden Maintenance Garden Clearance Patios Fencing Tree Cutting

Licensed Waste Carrier

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Call Mark on 0115 953 3208 07946 444658

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Solar Panels Supplied & Fitted

LV ELECTRICAL Domestic Commercial Industrial

Part P registered with Elecsa

T: 0115 837 9493 M: 07711 946 304

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S Bird General Builders & Plasterers' brickwork | plastering rendering pointing | alterations | repairs damp proofing | tiling

quality work at affordable prices 30 years exp

07977388397 sjb250659@yahoo.co.uk

Traditional Roofing Services Slating • Tiling • Leadwork Repair Specialists, Guttering, Pointing, Chimney Work, Repairs & Restorations

Local Tradesman Free Quotations

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AERIALS

Registered Digital Installers Age UK & Buy with Confidence approved

• A Reliable Family Run Business • Digital Aerial Installation • Sky & Freesat • TV Wall Mounting • Free Estimates • TV & DVD Tuning from £25 Covering Nottinghamshire

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W.R.S

TREE SERVICES LTD

All aspects of tree work carried out to high standards. Our team are fully trained and qualified. Over 10 years experience in horticulture and arboriculture. We also carry out hedgecutting and shaping. Tree planting and woodland management. Covered by ÂŁ5million public liability insurance. We have lots of great reviews left by customers, visit our website. We remove all waste from site. We recycle 100% of our waste. We are professional, trustworthy and affordable. No job too big or too small For a free no obligation quotation call WILL RAWSON on:

0115 7521 036 or 07815 681 327 W www.wrstreeservices.co.uk E info@wrstreeservices.co.uk

ROOFER Est. 30 years, CIS Registered Repairs and Re-roofs Flat roofs UPVC Fascias Fully Insured Quality work References available Competitive work

Free Quotes and Advice Call Mick 0115 9567655 07941327357 To advertise call 07817 609444 or email: info@ng3.org.uk

St Andrews Institute Golf Club by Bob Massey

Like all churches in the late 1800’s, St Andrews in Mapperley had an institute attached. This building was both a church hall and an education centre. At this time most people could not read or write and had very little opportunity to learn. There was no free education available for the vast majority of the population so the institute provided classes in reading, writing and educational and spiritual events as well as books, games and entertainment of a moral and uplifting type. The institute at St Andrews was unusual, for as well as the normal activities it started a golf club on land that it acquired in Mapperley. Why or how this came about is uncertain. It was first mentioned in the St Andrews parish magazine in November 1903 when it was already an established club. The course, a hilly and tricky 9 hole links, had been designed for the club by Tom Williamson (pictured), a Notts Golf Club pro. The club was lucky to have the services of Tom Williamson. He had created a double world record by being a professional for 54 years from 1896 and playing in every Open championship for 50 years. Tom was the Nottingham Golf Club’s head greenkeeper for 50 years and a golf course architect to some 60 other courses including St Andrews.

Chilwell. St Andrews won 6 ½ to Chilwells ½. The same month another match was reported between the club and Erewash Valley Club. This time the club lost 8-1. By 1909 the club was really well established, joining the Notts. Union of Golf Clubs for a £1 subscription. In 1924 the club was separated from the church and taken over by the YMCA to become the Morley House YMCA Golf Club. Times change and by 1931 the members were asking to play on Sundays in order to compete with other clubs. Under YMCA rules this was not allowed so in 1932 a separate club was formed called the Mapperley Golf Club. At this time much of Mapperley was still a very rural area and very little of the land had been built on so the course had to be surrounded with strong fencing on all sides to prevent cattle wandering on to the links! This is reflected in the present club logo which is the head of a bull (pictured below). In 1983 the club was extended and a new 18 hole course designed by John Mason, was built. This is the course that is still there today.

It was November 1906 before information next came to hand about St Andrews. There was a report in the Nottingham Daily Express of a match between the golf club and Chilwell Manor played at

I am researching the history of the area and would be pleased to hear from any one with details of the people and places now long gone. Email bob.m.massey@gmail.com or post via NG3

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Tiles with Imagination

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1. We can help you choose the perfect tiles for every application. Emc tiles are award winners (best use of tiles in the home) 2. We can calculate tile quantities for your job. 3. We can arrange fixing by an experienced professional. 4. We can arrange FREE local delivery.

Southglade Business Park, Hucknall Road, Nottingham, NG5 9RA

(opposite Bulwell Common Golf Course)

T: 0115 9770155 E: info@emctiles.co.uk W: www.emctiles.co.uk

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D. J. Hill Electrician All Types Of Electrical Work From Additional Sockets To Rewires

• Part P Registered • Small Jobs Welcome • Testing & Inspections • First Class Professional Service

Call Dave

07971 707445

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row, every column and every 3 x 3 box contains the numbers 1 to 9 with no repetition!!

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Andy your local van man

7 days a week 07732389000 (0115) 8371594 removals | anything moved or taken away

Hickling Builders

All aspects of building work carried out to a very high standard with over 20 years experience in the trade.

Extensions • Alterations • Driveways Plastering • Roofing • Conservatories UPVC Windows & Doors Landscape Gardening For a free quotation and friendly service call Grant on

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Gedling Borough Councillors wash cars for good cause

Toilets | Sinks | Showers Baths | Manholes | Smelly Drains Unblock & CCTV surveys telephone Aaron

0115 952 8223 07846 153 474

Councillors and Senior Leadership Team members from Gedling Borough Council raised £170 for charity recently by cleaning cars. Arnot Hill Bowling Green car park was temporarily transformed into a makeshift carwash to raise money for Children in Need. ROOM REVIVERS Breathing new life into your everyday Interiors & Exteriors Coving & Tiling Fully Insured Discounts for ng readers Call Dean

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Fast, Efficient Cleaning Service We’ll put the sparkle back in your home

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30 vehicles, consisting of 27 staff cars, 2 cars belonging to the general public and 1 mountain bike, left the council in sparkling condition. The money will go towards helping a huge number of children around the UK and beyond. Cllr Michael Payne, Deputy Leader of the council, who took part in the carwash said: “It is fantastic that we as a council were able to do our bit to support such an important cause. Councillors and Senior Leadership Team members have a number of duties to perform for Gedling residents on a daily basis which are not always fun or easy. So it is great that we were able to set a little time to take part in this event, which was not only enjoyable, but will also provide a lot of help and services to children who truly need it.”

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FabricStore

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Where low prices are always in style

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Tel: 0115 9757204 Home Furnishing Consultant: Debbie Smith Glover. Telephone 0780 520 3364 Designer Fabric Store, Hucknall Lane, Bulwell, Nottingham. NG6 8AJ - 10 minutes from ring road www.designerfabricstore.co.uk

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Steve Earnshaw

Electrical Services Electrical Installation:

Sockets, lighting, cookers, showers, spot lights, security lights etc...

Upgrades:

Rewires, fuse-boards, earthing, P.A.T testing

Over 25 years experience No job too small

Part P ELECSA approved

All work to 17th edition and guaranteed

Call Steve on

Landline: 0115 952 4306 Mobile: 0781 7087920

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We are a family run, father and son business who pride ourselves on providing a professional, reliable and friendly service, at an affordable cost. We offer free planning and advice and can also arrange any electrical, joinery and plaster work if required. All work carried out is fully guaranteed.

For a FREE quote call Patrick on

T: 01159 201 300 M: 07976 876 412 20

Emergency call out 24hrs a day, 7 days a week.

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home & garden Are you looking for expert advice, quality workmanship with competitive prices? Well look no further; Mark Severn is here to help you with all your specialist ground work needs. Mark has been in his trade for 22 years. All Grounds is a local, friendly business specialising in hard landscaping, fencing and paving. Mark also does footings and foundations for extensions. If you want your home and garden to have a whole new look please call Mark now for a free quotation on 0115 952 4729 or 07870 271643.

HANDYMAN SERVICES If it needs doing - We probably do it!!

HANDYMAN SERVICES 0115 9655299 07903 354127

building repairs • roofing • joinery • gutter work • kitchen fitting tiling • flat pack furniture assembly • painting & decorating laminate & wood flooring • window and fascia replacement minor electrical work • upvc cleaning • pressure washing gardening • landscaping • fence erection, staining & repairs decking • block paving • slabbing • gravelling • bark chippings A well established family run business providing a reliable and trustworthy service in your area.

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Martins Farm

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Gazebo’s • Pergolas • Trellis • Bridges, Gates Doors & Automation • Steel Gates & Railings Pressure Treated - Round & Square Sawn Timber Sales • Bark Joinery Timbers • Ironmongery

Tel: 0115 926 8703 www.martinsfarm.co.uk

Dorket Head Farm, Arnold, NG5 8PU

Family Business Since 1961

Phil Chapman AERIAL SPECIALIST Digital • Freeview • DAB• Freesat CCTV • Tuning • TV Installations

TONY SIMPSON ELECTRICIAN NAPIT APPROVED & INSURED

079800 51597 or 0115 9526889

FREE Estimates

0115 960 3366 54 Roseleigh Ave, Mapperley, NG3

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Rothera Dowson Launch Market Leading Employment Insurance Cover for Employers In this economic climate, many employers, particularly smaller businesses, do not have the luxury of being able to pay lawyers working on an hourly rate to help them with HR problems or Tribunal cases. A drawn out dispute with an employee, or an Employment Tribunal claim, can wreck the balance sheet and all the financial forecasts for the year. The consequences of losing a Tribunal Claim can be even more catastrophic, wiping out profit margins and putting the existence of the organisation under threat. Rothera Dowson have identified the demand from SME’s for access to specialist advice but at an affordable cost, backed up by insurance to cover the costs of defending a legal claim. Rothera Dowson have teamed up with Straight Solutions and can offer Employment Law Protection Insurance. The package we can offer is simple and comprehensive – in return for one annual payment, you will receive the following cover:• • •

Throughout the year you can contact our specialist employment lawyer with any H.R. or employment law problems or queries In the event of any employee or former employee issuing an Employment Tribunal Claim, we will handle all aspects of the case on your behalf Any Judgment or Award that the Tribunal may order, or Settlement sum, will be covered by the policy

What makes our Insurance Backed product different from others on the market is that there are no hidden charges. For example, there are no extra costs for attending any Hearing. But the biggest difference is that even if the Employment Tribunal concludes that the exemployee is entitled to some compensation, or if it is commercially sensible to make a modest Settlement to end a claim, provided you have followed our advice throughout, you will not have to pay anything. Before signing up to any other contract, or renewing with any existing provider, contact us so that we can provide a quote for a policy which will give complete piece of mind. For more details please contact Paul Brill on 0800 096 0998.

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Mike Thompson

Joiner/Builder

City & Guilds qualified Over 30 years experience

All Woodwork Fences & Gates Painting & Paper Hanging Glazing Tiling (floors & walls) Flat Pack Assembly NO Arnold based VAT

Michelles Cleaning & Garden Services

(lawns, leaves, hedges, weeding) Competitive hourly rates & free quotations for one off jobs

Tel: 07528

053078 fully insured

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0115 967 3331 or 07957 432172

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Martin Page

Mapperley Area’s Local

Tree Surgeon

Have you considered? Just like the rest of your property your trees may need some maintenance from time to time? Are your trees too tall, unsafe or untidy? Are they blocking light from yours, or your neighbour’s property? With o v e r 25 years of experience working with trees in your area I would be pleased to offer you free advice and a free quotation.

call me now on

0115 906 8670

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BEAT TEAMS Mapperley Park based at Sherwood PC Jeanette Stasuik 07792 437306 PCSO Kiri Prebble 07702 141844 PCSO Darren Booth 07545 701862 CPO Lisa Mickle 07983 427895 Email - mapperley@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk

Porchester based at Carlton PC Catherine Flint 07525 226791 PCSO Rowan Huggett 07525 226727 Email - gedling.southnpa@

forcing a lock and grabbing whatever they see.

Firstly, Nottinghamshire Police would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a Happy New Year. No doubt you will have received some lovely gifts and gadgets from your friends and family this Christmas. They might include a new handbag, car radio, top of the range laptop and even some brand new clothes. We want you to keep hold of these presents and not for them to be snatched by a burglar or thief who has seen them left unattended in your car or home.

You can play your part by ensuring cars and homes are secure and that there is no temptation in sight for thieves. Please also consider registering phones, laptops, electrical items and other gadgets, particularly new items received at Christmas, on property database Immobilise. By doing this it will help ofﬁcers reunite recovered items with their rightful owner. For more information visit www. immobilise.com. This year we also want to ensure that you are kept up to date with what is happening in your area.

You can help to ensure that 2013 is a happy new year by taking steps to protect your home, vehicles and belongings.

One way to ﬁnd out what’s happening is by signing up to Nottinghamshire Police’s Neighbourhood Alert system.

Most burglars are opportunists who are always more likely to target a house that looks vulnerable in some way.

This is an automated service that sends out free updates about local crime trends and incidents by email and text.

A darkened property in a row of otherwise illuminated homes will attract attention, but an inexpensive timer switch could pay dividends by deterring a thief.

It is a great way to be kept in the loop and we encourage everyone to sign up by visiting w w w. n e i g h b o u r h o o d a l e r t . co.uk.

nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk

Keeping door and car keys safe and out of sight is also advised.

Find your Safer Neighbourhoods team by entering your postcode on the homepage of www. nottinghamshire.police.uk

Vehicles with items on display also attract attention from thieves who will not think twice about smashing a window or

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pets Approx 2000 healthy animals are put to sleep every week in the UK Low cost speying & neutering schemes for pets available in the Nottingham area Helen@preventunwantedpets.co.uk reg charity: 702569

A Lifeline for Animals in Need

Animal Accident Rescue Unit is a transport service for sick, injured or vulnerable animals and birds. It provides both transport to a vet surgery, arranging for their treatment and caring for them in foster homes until either their owner can be traced or new homes can be found. The Charity has no central base and is run entirely by volunteers working from their own homes. It has taken in so many cats over the last few months, it desperately needs new fosterers who can provide a temporary home for one of our rescued cats. If you think you can help, please ring the Recruitment Officer on 0115-956 3799 (recruitment calls only).

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Local Nottingham-based charity Animal Accident Rescue Unit is seeking volunteer drivers with their own car who have a couple of hours a week to spare during the daytime, evening or weekend. The charity needs help to transport rescued animals to and from vet practices and foster homes. Additionally, reliable people are needed to take calls from the public who require help with animals they find in distress. All roles are based from home. To learn more on how you can make a difference to vulnerable animals, please ring the Recruitment Officer on 0115-956 3799 (recruitment calls only). Many other volunteering roles are also available. Animal Accident Rescue Unit lifeline telephone number for dealing with animals in distress is 0115-932 1555. For non-urgent queries and information, email us at admin@ aaru.org.uk, visit www.animalaccident.org. uk, or by post to PO Box 5414, Burton Joyce, Nottingham NG14 5DT. Reg Charity No 701405 Vat No 916306634

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MOVE IT, LOSE IT, AND LOVE IT!

with your local Rosemary Conley Diet and Fitnesses Classes in Arnold and Sherwood Do you want to loose weight and shape up for your special day?

Why not read about Suzette’s story: Suzette joined one of the Arnold Rosemary Conley classes in January 2012 in order to loose weight for her wedding. She had tried other diet’s previously without success and loving exercise decided the Rosemary Conley classes would be an ideal way to loose weight and tone up as they combine weight loss with exercise. All classes offer a combination of dietary advice and exercise, which has been central to the life changing successes that many members have seen. Suzette set herself the target to loose weight before her big day, having already bought her dress, she new how much she wanted to loose. Suzette was very successful in her weight loss shedding 21lb, but she was staggered by the huge amount of inch loss particularly on her waist – 14 inches!! Her dress virtually had to be remade in order to ﬁt her on the big day. Suzette dropped from a size 18 to a size 10, she says “I was getting married in August and I felt very overweight and had no conﬁdence at all. Jo and the other members in class were so supportive. My wedding day was amazing and I felt like a princess – thanks to Jo!”

For further information and advice contact Jo Polkey on 07751034148 or email jo.polkey@rosemaryconley.com Why not bring the voucher below along to class and receive free membership and a free new members pack. (Terms and conditions apply see below).

JOIN FOR FREE* Lose weight today at Rosemary Conley Classes

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TUESDAY Arnold Mill Primary School Cross Street, Arnold, NG5 7AX 8:00 - 9:15 pm (Kardy-O-Fun Aerobics)

WEDNESDAY Bulwell Academy Squires Avenue, Bulwell, NG6 8HG 7:30 - 9:00 pm (Slim & Aerobics)

TUESDAY Pond Hill Lane Community Centre Pondhills Lane, Arnold, NG5 8DR 09:25 - 10:40 am (Slim & Aerobics)

WEDNESDAY St Pauls Church Hall Church Drive, Daybrook, NG5 6JB 1:30 - 2:45 pm (Slim & Aerobics)

THURSDAY St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe, NG5 4PH 09:30 - 10:45 am (Slim & Aerobics)

Arnold Hill Comprehensive School (Lower School), Gedling Road, NG5 6NZ 6:00 - 7:15 pm (Kardy-O-Fun Aerobics)

Sherwood United Reformed Church Arnold Hill Comprehensive School (Main Hall), (Lower School), Gedling Road, NG5 6NZ 1 Edwards Lane, Sherwood, NG5 3AA 5:45 - 7:00 pm (Slim & Aerobics) 5:30 - 6:45 pm (Kardy-O-Fun Aerobics) 6:30 - 7:45 pm (Kardy-O-Fun Aerobics) Call to book your place and check availaibility!

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Kickboxing Setting the standard 1st Class FREE Arnold Hill Upper School Gymnasium, Gedling Road, Arnold, Nottingham NG5 6NZ

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Tek offers beginner classes for men, women and children (age 4+)

Tek makes learning kickboxing fun and easy

Tek strives to ensure all classes are packed with variety and are taught in a highly energetic, safe and ego free environment

Tek Arnold School of excellence is recognised for our ability to teach high quality Kickboxing to all with a variety of classes for all ages, and levels of abilities. Nothing to lose EVERYTHING TO GAIN.

At tek Arnold School of excellence students can enjoy a variety of kickboxing classes including: o o o o o o o

Boxing Leg application Foot work Core strength and fitness classes Points and kickboxing drills 1-2-1 pad work And so much more!

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Foot Health Practitioner

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Try Something Different

Start Dancin' Mapperley Plains Social Club Cha Cha Workshop Sunday 10th February @ Mapperley Beginners Session at 2 pm Further sessions at 3, 4 & 5 pm

Foxtrot & Cha Cha New 7 week course begins on Thursday February 21st Beginners start at 7.00pm Followed by Intermediates and Advanced classes To register:! email: doug@startdancin.co.uk! Phone: 07760 112277; 0115 9509378! www.startdancin.co.uk

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Alexandra Park, Mapperley, NG3 4JE

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Reflexology

CHYLIE CLARK (M.R I.I.H.H.T) fully qualified reflexologist Over 20 yrs experience Mobile, weekend & evening appointments

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Mapperley entrepeneur, Lulu Brandy has launched a new website; www.lulubrandy. com selling unusual and collectable vintage costume jewellery. Born out of a love of all things sophisticated, classic and glamorous, Lulu Brandy vintage jewellery and accessories specialises in rare, quirky and collectable pieces from the 1900s through to the 1990s. With a little help from her mum, Lulu was encouraged to follow her dream and turn her passion for jewellery into an online business. Lulu hand sources all the pieces in her collection from all over the world. There is a bridal collection as well as well known designer brands. The website is designed so you can shop by decade, style or price. Why not check out Lulu’s website at:

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Cafe 118 is now open A brand new cafe has opened on Burton Road Café 118 recently opened on Burton Road and is run by husband and wife team Wendy and Alistair McBain. Wendy told us about the business, “Café 118 is keen to welcome all sections of the community. We provide a unique place for customers to socialise in a comfortable and relaxing environment whilst enjoying the best brewed coffee and fabulous food.” Café 118 also provides an extensive take away food and drink menu. “We pride ourselves on providing a great ambience, convenient location, exceptional customer service and locally sourced products of consistently high quality” said Alistair. Inside a range of daily papers, magazines and books are provided along with free WI-FI. Wendy continued, “Café 118 prides itself on the personal and courteous way it serves its customers.”

The Cafe is effectively divided into 2 parts - at the front is a sandwich bar and this is also where hot take away food and a wide range of coffees are dispensed. The ‘shop’ space is surprisingly large as behind this ‘deli like’ front area is a homely sit in cafe with leather seats and a comfortable sofa area. Alistair added, “We only use the finest freshly ground coffee and fresh ingredients in our food and we hope local people will support us as we’re Carlton residents ourselves. We also have a food delivery service including quality coffee, jacket potatoes, panini, hot and cold rolls, sandwiches, baguettes, drinks and much more!

We are open for eat in, take out and delivery of quality food and drink seven days a week. Freshly ground coffee made just how you like it! Americano, cappuccino, espresso, latte, teas, hot chocolate Serving delicious cakes, pastries and cream teas Why not treat yourself? Now serving a wide selection of fresh sandwiches and filled rolls, cooked to order paninis, all day breakfast, pasta and jacket potatoes Call in today and check out our special of the day!

CONTACT 118 Burton Road Carlton Nottingham NG4 3GP

T: 07582 118118 E: info@cafe118.co.uk

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On a cold dark night nothing warms you up like a steaming bowl of soup with some crusty bread. All these recipes are easy to make and taste delicious.

Cauliflower Cheese Soup

Curried Lentil Soup

1tbsp veg oil 1 or 2 tbsp curry powder 1 onion chopped 3 carrots peeled & diced finely 250g lentils 1.2 ltrs veg stock salt & pepper tabasco sauce (optional) Greek yogurt to serve

S OU P it che Method

This soup is mild, thick and very creamy. 30g butter 1x onion chopped 1x cauliflower cut into florets 250ml milk 600ml veg stock 150g mature cheddar grated salt & pepper 1 tsp paprika

Method

Melt butter in a large saucepan. Cook onions gently until soft. Add the cauliflower and stir. Add stock. Bring to boil and simmer until florets are just tender. This will only take a few minutes. Take off heat and allow to cool for 10 mins. Add grated cheese and milk and stir. Liquidise until smooth. Place back in pan and heat gently. Season to taste. You shouldn't need much salt due to the cheese. Once in bowls sprinkle with paprika. Also delicious with crispy bacon scattered over.

Heat oil in a large saucepan. Add onion and fry gently for 10 mins, add garlic and fry for another 5 mins til onions are soft. Add curry powder, stir and cook for 1 min. Add carrots and mix well. Cook for 1 min. Add lentils and stock and stir well. Bring to the boil and simmer until lentil and carrot are soft (about 20 mins). Liquidise and place back in pan. Taste and season accordingly. I find no salt needed if I use stock cubes. If you want the soup to have an extra kick add a few drops of Tabasco. To serve add a swirl of Greek yogurt to each bowl.

French Onion Soup

30g butter 2 tbsp olive oil 700g onions thinly sliced 1 ltre beef stock 250ml white wine 2 cloves garlic crushed salt & pepper to taste French stick 200/250g gruyere cheese grated Method

Heat oil and butter in large saucepan and fry onion and garlic gently until browned and soft (about 30 mins). Be careful not to burn the onions. Add the stock and wine and bring to the boil then simmer for 20 mins. Season to taste. Thickly slice the baguette and lightly toast both sides. Sprinkle cheese on top of the slices and grill until the cheese is bubbling. Put soup in bowls and float the baguette slices on top to serve.

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A NEW Coffee Experience Opening Hours: Monday to Sunday 8.30am to 4.00pm (subject to weather) Tel: 078140 630617 Woodthorpe Grange Park, Woodthorpe Drive, Nottingham, NG5 4HA

Fancy a nice cup of freshly brewed coffee or a sumptuous, creamy hot chocolate with a piece of heavenly homemade cake? Then pop into Barista @ the Grange. Situated in the beautiful Woodthorpe Grange Park in the heart of Nottingham Barista@ the Grange offers a wide range of tasty snacks and warming drinks to keep park goers and dog walkers smiling. As well as delicious coffee, Barista also serves tasty soups, Panini’s, jacket potatoes and baguettes made with farm fresh ingredients. A trademark of the Barista’s are the gorgeous cakes and pastries, all made, and delivered daily, by Barista’s sister business – Bitesize. Purchasing from Barista, Bitesize or any of EVE Trade’s social enterprises ensures that people that are furthest from the work place, those that are vulnerable and isolated, are given a chance to learn new skills and ultimately move into employment.

Bakes & Banquets

A fine handpicked selection of real ales from microbreweries, ciders and International beers.

is a small local cooking company with a passion for great food, specialising in beautiful cakes and bakes, and exclusive athome dining, parties and celebrations. Whether a special dinner for two, or a buffet for fifty, call us for a no-obligation chat about your entertaining and catering needs, or visit the website for some great ideas.

opening hours : Tue-Sat 11:00-14:00, 14:30– 18:30

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There may be tears and disappointments but Open Monday to Thursday, the needs of the members. Above 9.00 am to 3.45 pm 1-3 pm Thursday, 10 January 2013 also celebrations when members achieve their goals and we are proud 9.00 am to 3.45 pm all, we aim to empower members and we’re on your doorstep! 1-3 pm Thursday, 7 February 2013 and excited to announce a 40% success rate in helping people into jobs and we’re on your doorstep! to gain an edge when applying for since January 2012. Tim helps build confidence and suggests options to Work Club Club Work jobs. attendee has one-to-one guidance and the opportunity to practise increase skills. Every Mondays and Thursdays 11.30 am to 2.00 pm Mondays and Thursdays 11.30 am to 2.00 pm interview techniques. 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Tim is also keen to help to increase your job prospects! Register your interest and let us help you to helpwho disadvantaged people have rate a disability, health issues, be single parents or have excited to announce ayourself. 40%may success in helping other problems relating to getting into work. is able to give one-to-one help with people into jobs since January 2012. TimHe helps basic build literacy. confidence and suggests options to increase skills. says Every Lorna “Timattendee has helpedhas meone-to-one with Literacyguidance & Numeracy, tailoring my CV, researching and the opportunity practise self employment and is eventohelping with myinterview business plan” techniques. Neena says “I am successfully in employment thanks to the support of everyone at CORE, We are continually reviewing our range of courses. We are continually reviewing our range of courses. particularly Tim. Let us have your ideas. Tell us what you want to do for your leisure and Meetings are at ”CORE, a handy and central venue Let us have your ideas. Tell us what you want to do for your leisure and to increase your job prospects! Michael says “I appreciate your help and usewill of facilities. in St Wilfrid’s Square, Calverton. They find I have gained confidence and am to increase your jobhelp prospects! Register your interest and let us you to help yourself. Register your interest and let us help you to help yourself. improving my chances employment”. opportunities, make of contacts, receive help with preparing a good you CV,for write in to your guidance on researching Debi says “Thank yourcovering help andletters, advice.fill Thanks application forms, learn interview Higher Education, I shall be enrolling on atechniques, Teaching course very soon.” So go on – give it a try. Start your New Year with Hope at CORE. 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If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Dyslexia Action - Empowering Parents FREE Course - On 10th November from 10am - 1pm at 1a Bridlesmith Gate, Bottle Lane, Notts, NG1 2GR. To book or for more information please call 0115 948 3849.

Breathe Easy - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. The Nottingham North

Branch welcomes people from Arnold, Gedling, Carlton, Mapperley & Sherwood areas. We meet the 2nd Thurs each month at St Georges Comm Centre, Victoria St, Netherfield at 1.30pm. Further info from Jim Bennett 847 7639. Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information either ring Self Help Nottingham on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk Notts Gosh - (Nottingham Gynae - oncology support & help group) support in the aftermath of various gynae cancers. Support, information, understanding or simply a cup of tea. Meetings are held bi-monthly on the last Tues of the month in the Urology Seminar Room at Nottingham City Hospital from 7-9pm (meet in Maternity foyer at 6.45pm) For more info call Sue Mills on 0115 969 1169 ext 56162 Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone 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 Depression - support group, workshops and group meetings - contact Roxanne on 07988 083224

Positive Outcomes - a self help group for people who aim to control their drinking - cutting down or cutting it out.

Meet Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm, Nottingham City Centre. For group contact details: Self Help Nottingham Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk

ADHD - a support group for parents of adults with ADHD. Meet last Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115 982 2573 for more info. Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk 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 on 07973 113882 or email: david.hall@ thedebtadvicenetwork.org. Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: eve@ frameworkha.org

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - MESH is Nottingham’s self help group for people with ME/CFS. We have socials & run weekly relaxation, gentle moves & breathing sessions. Some joint events with people who have fibromyalgia. Contact Richard on 0115 925 2586 or email: riedd@btinternet.com Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge to people with any terminal illness and their carers. For a few hours each week, our trained volunteers will visit people in their homes offering companionship and support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or email: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/ helper for more information. Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5pm - 7pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Just turn up. Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Sam or Alison on 0115 962 1153

Carer’s Support Group - meet alternate Fridays 10am - 12pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Sam or

Alison: 0115 962 1153.

Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - meet the last Friday every month, 11am -1pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact the Arthritis Care Office: 0115 952 5522.

Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177.

Sherwood Lunch Club - £3.20 for a 3 course meal with tea or coffee. Contact Sam or Alison: 0115 9621153. 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

Tea Dance - run by Nottingham Osteoporosis Society. Every Thursday 1.30pm - 4pm at Sherwood Community Centre. £2.50 includes tea and biscuits. All welcome.

Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk

Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and

personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk

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a helping hand - group directory If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 950 7836 from 9am to 9pm. Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780. Hard of Hearing/Deafened - for anyone who has a hearing loss & communicates in spoken English, Nottinghamshire Deaf Society runs a monthly Hard of Hearing Social Group (4th Friday, 10am-2pm) & evening lip-reading classes (next course starts 3rd Nov). For further details contact Rachael by phone 0115 988 7576, text 07817 275253 or email: rachael.ravenlock@ nottsdeaf.org.uk

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

consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info.

Mark Spencer MP for Sherwood Advice Surgeries - Please phone the constituency office on 0115 968 1186 for an appointment or email mark.spencer.mp@parliament.uk. Surgery 2nd Saturday monthly (10am-12pm) at Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall, NG15 7HN. Carewatch in Nottingham - is a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. We are open weekdays

from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers, bingo & party days. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, Nottingham, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959

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

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. We meet 6.30pm-8.30pm every 2nd Wed at Self Help Nottingham, Ormiston House, 32-36 Pelham St, Nottingham, NG1 2EG. For more info call 0115 911 1661 (mon - fri 9am-1pm)

Emergency card offers peace of mind to Gedling carers

Can You Help? The Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance is YOUR local Air Ambulance Service and needs your help in many different ways to help keep it operational. Our helicopter and crew are on call every single day of the year during daylight hours. We average 4 missions a day attending everything from road traffic accidents, industrial and sporting accidents, serious illnesses and people who are injured in inaccessible places. Each year it costs the LNAA £1.7million to provide this vital, life-saving service and we receive no Government or Lottery funding. We rely on individuals, companies and community groups to help us reach this target. Some of the ways people can help their Air Ambulance Service are: • Donating money • Fundraising on our behalf • Joining our Lottery • Remembering us in their will • Donating their time as a Volunteer Volunteers are needed in our shops in Mapperley, Retford, Stapleford, Sutton in Ashfield and Mansfield Woodhouse to help serve customers, sort stock and window-dress. At events volunteers are needed to help set up our stand, sell LNAA merchandise and run tombolas and other fundraising initiatives. We need volunteer drivers to drive our vans to events and to deliver stock to our shops and we need volunteers at our warehouse to sort stock and donations and people are needed all over the county to attend cheque presentations on our behalf. Volunteering is very rewarding and you will be helping to save lives, will meet lots of people and there are roles to meet most abilities and talents. To find out more have a chat with the Nottinghamshire Volunteer Coordinator Lynn Jones on 0115 941 2255 or email L.Jones@ ambucopter.org.uk.

People caring for a relative or friend who lives in Gedling are being urged to sign up to a carer’s card which offers 24-hour support in the event of an emergency. The free card helps to ensure care can be provided on the carer’s behalf on an emergency basis. Currently, 334 carers have signed up to the Carer’s Emergency Card scheme which is now solely managed by Nottinghamshire County Council. The Council wants more people to sign up to the scheme to help protect those who receive care in the county. An estimated 80,000 residents in Nottinghamshire are carers for loved ones and family members. The card gives an emergency telephone number that anyone can call. Staff answering the call will take the appropriate action that has been agreed by the carer, including contacting family members or friends or arranging emergency help if needed. To apply for the card contact the Council on 0300 500 80 80 or email enquiries@nottscc. gov.uk

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Do you have difficulty getting out to your Optician? We are able visit you at home and conduct a thorough eye test using the latest equipment. Eye Tests are FREE to people over 60 and other qualifying groups, we can also arrange NHS glasses for those who qualify. Free delivery & aftercare. Fully Qualified NHS registered, based in Nottingham NHS & Private Home Visits Large range of stylish frames All types of the latest lenses avail. All glasses delivered promptly Friendly & Quality Service Housebound only

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Tel: 0115 9261 694 (Office) or 07854 207384 (Mob) Be a good neighbour when the snow arrives says County Council With winter just around the corner, Nottinghamshire householders are being urged to be good neighbours and help keep roads, paths and pavements clear if and when the snow arrives. And they are also being asked to check that any elderly or disabled neighbours are all right in the cold weather.

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Awards Mark 640 Years – And More!

The hard work and dedication of 60 members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire was marked with a celebratory tea party at Ramsdale Golf Club in Calverton. Girlguiding Nottinghamshire’s annual awards were presented by County Commissioner Kate Royse and included long-service awards to 18 members who have devoted a combined total of over 640 years to Guiding. In addition to the awards marking 30, 40 and 50 years of service – the latter to Thorneywood’s Jean Ramsden (pictured above left) - the afternoon saw presentations of Oak Leaf awards to nine Guiders and the Nottinghamshire Star to six non-uniformed volunteers, together with six County Brooches and 11 special ‘Thanks’ badges. Entertainment for the award winners and their guests was provided by girls from 2nd Calverton Brownies.

POSITIVE OUTCOMES For many of us alcohol can be an enjoyable part of everyday life. For others it can cause difficulties. If you are trying to cut down on the amount of alcohol you drink, or to stop drinking altogether and you’re finding it harder than you had imagined, a support group might be the answer. Positive Outcomes is one of only a handful of independent alcohol support groups in Nottinghamshire run wholly by and for people who aim to control their drinking – cutting down or cutting it out. We are not health professionals, just ordinary people who have stopped drinking or who want to control their drinking. We meet each week in Nottingham city centre to listen, discuss and help each other in a safe, confidential and nonjudgemental environment. We are a drop-in group - there is no charge and you can come to as many or as few meetings as you like. We hope that we can help you but if you find we are not right for you, there is no pressure to come back. So if you think we can help and you would like to find out more, contact us for information on these numbers: Oxford Corner: 0115 948 5505 Mon, Tues & Fri, 9.30am-5pm Wed:9.30am-8pm,Thursday1pm-5pm Self Help Nottingham: 0115 911 1661 Mon to Fri 9am – 1pm E-mail: info@selfhelp.org.uk

For more details on volunteering, leadership and membership opportunities within Girlguiding Nottinghamshire, e-mail: secretary@ girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk, visit www.girlguidingnottinghamshire.org. uk or call county headquarters on 0115 987 7220.

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Proposed New Free School Welcomed Hundreds of local residents attended public meetings to show their support for proposals to open a new secondary free school in 2014 to serve the communities in Sherwood, Carrington, Mapperley and Arnold.

in the north of the city and provide parents with more choice when it comes to selecting secondary education for their children. The school will promote high academic standards for students of all abilities.

The proposal, by Nottinghamshire-based education experts The Torch Academy Gateway Trust, is intended to provide additional capacity and broaden parental choice in an area of Nottinghamshire where perceived demand for places currently outstrips supply.

“The Nottingham Free School will be a specialist Science and Creative Arts school. We are feeding on Nottingham’s considerable reputation for creativity, as evidenced in plans for the creation of a Creative Quarter, formalised by the current government under new 'City Deals' initiative.” “We invite parents/carers of pupils in Years 4 and 5 to attend a series of public meetings in Arnold, Sherwood and Carrington so that we can share our exciting plans.”

John Tomasevic John Tomasevic, Chief Executive of The Torch Academy Gateway Trust, explains: “Our proposal is designed to complement the existing secondary education infrastructure

The new free school will accept up to 120 Year 7 students for entry in September 2014. The school will only be accepting Year 7 students in the first year and will build year by year, with an eventual number on roll of 600 students by September 2018. Register your interest now at www.nottinghamfreeschool.co.uk

Young Gedling movers and shakers celebrated at dance festival present their choreography to an audience of over 300 people. Performers ranging from newly formed acts performing for the first time to established groups with a regional profile, entertained dance fans. Gedling Borough Council held the event as part of the Arts Development Programme. It aims to provide performance opportunities for local young people involved in dance through schools, or out of school classes. The dance skills of young performers from Gedling were celebrated at Gedling Borough Council’s annual dance festival, known this year as the Evolution Dance Festival. The event took place at the Carlton Academy and showcased the talents of 175 dancers from around the borough. The event showcased progressive young talent in Gedling and gave performers the chance to

The festival, featuring music from the Netherfield Rock School, included performances from acts such as the Carlton Central Infant School, Woodthorpe and Arno Vale Infants School and the Carlton Academy Dance Company. For more information, please contact Jo Stockdale on 0115 9013605 or e-mail jo.stockdale@ gedling.gov.uk.

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Join us for the opportunity to speak to employers, businesses and universities to gain advice and information about careers, employment and education. All ages welcome but ideal for people aged 14-19

Wednesday 23 January 4.30-7.00pm Djanogly City Academy Theatre, Sherwood Rise, Nottingham Road, Nottingham, NG7 7AR

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Shake, Rattle & Rhyme - songs, movement & rhyme for babies to pre-schoolers. Monday, St Marks Church Hall, Woodthorpe, 10am - 11am: Thur, Westdale Lane Community Centre. 10am-11am. Call Jo on 0115 960 9599. St Judes Toddler Group - Tues & Thurs (term time only), 9.30am - 11.15am at St Judes Church Hall, Woodborough Rd. Call Jenny on 0115 985 6131. Calverton Road Playgroup - Tues - Fri, 9.30am - 12pm. 2 - 5 yrs. Pondhills Lane Community Centre. Call 0115 926 6760. Iona School Toddler Group - a gentle & supportive session for parents/carers and their little ones. Tues & Wed 9.30am - 11.30am (term time only) at Iona School, 310 Sneinton Dale. Call 0115 941 5295 or www.theionaschool.org.uk. We are a registered charity. Mapperley Baby & Toddler Group - Every Thurs 2pm - 4pm at Mapperley Methodist Church, Woodborough Rd, Mapperley (ring for Hall). Relaxed play for babies and toddlers. £2 per family, includes tea and biscuits. Contact Claire on 07813 531804. Bread & Bitter Bump to Baby Group - Monday (except Bank Holidays) 10 - 12. Friendly, busy group. Suitable from bump to crawling. Small play area with baby toys. Special offers during the group. Various events organised. Some weeks “chill and chat”. FREE admission. Contact Paula for details 07967 252784 or paula@babydaze.me BMX Race Club - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run regular races and coaching sessions. All ages welcome. Race bikes & helmets to loan for new members. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. Call Phil on 07985 419101 or www.nottinghamoutlaws.com. Nottingham Boys Choir - We provide a structured environment for boys to sing some of the finest classical music ever written - and modern music too! Come and see why this makes us different. We meet every Wed eve in Carlton. Check out our website www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or call Michael Overbury on 01636 702054. Nottingham Sea Cadets - Waterside Way, Nottingham, NG2 4DP. T: 0115 958 0528. E: nottinghamseacadets@live.co.uk W: http://units.ms-sc.org/nottingham. Tues & Thurs eves 7pm - 9.15pm.

Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. We meet Thursdays 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood. Call 0115 960 7912 or visit www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more information.

Street Dance Classes - Culcha street dance for girls & The Force break dance classes for boys. Age 8 - 18yrs. Various times and venues. For more details call Gedling Borough Council on 0115 901 3605, email: arts&events@gedling.gov.uk or look on www.gedling.gov.uk/leisure

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

Good Shepherd Pre-School - OFSTED registered for children aged 30 mths upwards. Children from all families welcome, with places available from September 2012. Please contact Melanie Saunders on 07971 382837 for more information.

Guitar and Bass Tuition - with Richard Woodward. All styles, acoustic and electric, beginners to advanced. Tel: 0115 960 9421 Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 4.30 - 6.30pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Carlton.9yrs +. For more info call Dave 961 4114 or Shirley 956 8395 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btik.com Marcia Jones School of Dance - Street, Tap & Ballet Classes. Every Wednesday, Lindsay Morgan Hall, Marshall Hill Drive, Mapperley. For more info tel: 0115 9226499 or visit www.marciajones.co.uk Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7 to 11 yr olds every Sunday morning from 10am to 12noon. Contact Andrew Whitaker on 07891 654978.

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Community Diary

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Mapperley Townswomens Guild - meet 3rd Monday each month. March to September at 7pm & October to February 2pm at Haywood Rd Community Centre, 46 Haywood Rd. Call 07759575383.

Mapperley Women’s Institute - meet 2nd Monday each month from 7.30pm onwards at Haywood Rd Community Centre, 46 Haywood Rd. Call 01636 673550 for contact details.

Mapperley Artists - meet at Haywood Rd Community Centre, 46 Haywood Rd. Wed 9.30am and Thursday 1.30pm. Call John Tanner on 0115 960 2614.

Porchester Garden Club - a social club for keen gardeners, meet on last Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm at Haywood

Rd Community Centre, 46 Haywood Rd. Call Mrs Tanner on 0115 960 2614.

Mapperley Knit & Natter Club - first Monday of each month. 7 - 9pm at Haywood Rd Community Centre, 46 Haywood Rd. For more information call Ann Mathews on 0115 927 9365.

Nova - new friends for single people. Call at the Mapperley Plains Social Club, Mapperley Top, Thursdays from 8pm & pick up our programme of monthly social events. For info: www.novanottingham.co.uk or phone Paul on 9404147.

Arnold Arts Society - at the Pond Hills Arts Society, Pond Hills Lane, Arnold. Meetings are on Tuesday/Thursday

mornings and Wednesday evenings. For more info call Eric Wileman on 01623 793923.

Wesleyan Reform Church - Christian Ladies Fellowship meets every Thursday 2.30pm-3.30pm. We have a variety of speakers from different churches. For more info call Mrs Patricia Lyon on 0115 926 8590.

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. 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.

Friends of Coppice Park - meet every 2nd Saturday of the month, 11am - 2pm at the park to work or play. All welcome.

For more info call June on 0115 960 5540. Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers - every Tues morning 7 - 8.30am at The Park Inn, Mansfield Road. For more info call Alan Bush on 07833 232215. Prospect Players - meet at 7.30pm on Tues & Fri at the Pondhills Lane Community Centre, Arnold from September to May. For more info call Donna Atherton on 953 2049 or visit www.prospect-players.com Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents? Then we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on susana.fernandez@ntlworld.com Mapperley Scrabble Club - Arrive at 6.30pm every Thurs at Haywood Rd Community Centre. Newcomers & experienced players welcome.For more info contact Greg on 07910 048162 or visit www.mapperleysc.org.uk. Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502.

South Notts Alive & Kicking - Every Thurs at Arnold Liberal Club. 7.30pm-11.15pm. South Notts N.C.D.S.W is for the divorced, separated & widowed. Hand in friendship to all. Tel 0115 914 1076 or 0115 915 9119 for details.

Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tuesday, 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room.

Entrance fee. Refreshments. Jan 22 - Ayurvedic Cleansing; Feb 26 - Cranio-sacral therapy; March 26 - Philip Humphries; April 23 - Korean Hand Therapy. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068. Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at Longbow, Calverton Rd, Arnold, NG5 8FQ. Speaker & lunch. Call Derek 962 1932 or derek.cordle@btopenworld.com 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.

Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community group for all interested in supporting the Park. For more details email:bestwoodcountrypark@hotmail.co.uk or visit our discussion forum website at www.bestwood-country-park.co.uk Nottingham City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU opposite the Fiveways pub on Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. New members welcome, first 3 vists free.

Community Diary cont..... If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk Classic Cars, Bikes & Custom - Likeminded enthusiasts meet at Cafe Janais, Cattle Market, Nott’ham. 2nd & 4th Wed every month. For info call Brian on 07836 794541.

Card Making & Paper Craft Classes - held monthly in Arnold. If you can get a crowd together I can come to you! Contact Victoria to book 07748 707845 or bluejellystampin@sky.com

Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New members welcome

- expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.ssae.org.uk

Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wednesday and a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: Mike 0115 920 0164 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk

Coffee & Cake - every Wednesday 10.30-12noon at Foxhill Evangelical Church, Hill View Rd, Carlton. Drop in for a cup of tea/coffee, a cake and a chat. Nottingham Flower Club - Invites you to discover a new talent by joining us on a Thursday evening at the Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY. For dates of meetings contact Janet-0115 9375861.

Card Club - a new card playing club based on the game TICHU. More simple & fun than bridge, more challenging & strategic than poker. Come & learn with us. Monthly meetings TBA. Contact: sarah.mulholland@gmx.de

Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet people? Try new activities and help in your local community, nationally

and internationally through volunteering and fundraising? We meet 7pm central Nottingham on 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham for further details.

National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Tues in month 7pm-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org French speaking group - French speakers, native or not, meet monthly at various venues in & around Nottingham to keep up with the language. Good conversation French required. Join our group on Facebook: “The Nottingham Frogs” or email sylvaindrouhot@hotmail.com. A bientot. Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony with the GCC. Every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied. The Nottingham Branch of the Hardy Plant Society - meet on the 2nd Friday monthly (Oct-April) at West Bridgford Community Hall, Church Dr, West Bridgford, NG2 6AY at 7.30pm. Programme of guest speakers. In summer coach trips to inspirational gardens. Further info: www.hardy-plant.org.uk/groups/nottingham or call Sylvia Bennett: 01949 836882/e:muzb@btinternet.com Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wednesday monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston, NG9 2FF. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk Arnold Townswomens Guild - meet the first Tuesday of each month (Feb to Dec). 7pm to 9pm. New members welcome. Contact Jenny Green on 0115 926 3125. Burton Joyce Bowls Club - The Poplars Sports Ground, Station Road. Further information on 0115 844 7167 Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. We meet at The Nottingham Mechanics,

North Sherwood St, Nottingham (close to the Royal Centre) on 1st Tuesday each month at 1.30 - 3.30pm. For more info contact Judith on 0115 953 1695. Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 9pm at the Horse & Groom (8 cask ales, sandwiches, friendly atmosphere), Radford Rd, NG7 7EA. No membership fees, no playing fees. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info. Arnold Branch of the U3A - meet at 1.30pm on the first Tuesday of the month at Arnold Methodist Church - Chairman 0115 920 1160 or visit www.arnoldu3a.org Coffee Morning - every Tuesday - 10am til 1pm. Refreshments and a good old chat. New Testament Church, 173-175 Carlton Road, NG3 2FX. Bonington Film Club - Membership £1 per year. Film admission £2.50. Films shown regularly to members in the Bonington Theatre. To join contact Pauline Allan: 0115 967 6722 or pauline.allan1@ntlworld.com Yoga Exercise - Gedling Asian Elders Association. Yoga exercise (chair exercise) £3 including tea, biscuits & freshly prepared meal.. Every Tues 11am -2pm. St Marks Church Hall, De-Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Tel Surjitsingh on 0115 958 3244 for more information. Age UK Notts Membership - over 40 social activities a month in and around Nottingham - everything from coffee mornings to table tennis! Call 0115 841 4473 for more information. Patterns & Plains Patchwork & Quilting Group - meet 2nd & 4th Weds monthly - 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Arnold. Call 0115 9939106 after 7pm for info. New members welcome.

Tai Chi for Health and Self Defence - Dragon River Chen style Tai Chi at Arnold Hill School. Monday nights, 7-8.30pm. New starters always welcome. Website: http://chentaichi.webs.com/ For more info call Dave on 07981488890 or ravenshead42@gmail.com

chorus roundup 5th Singing Course...the best one yet!

Members of the Major Oak Chorus found out what it would be like to sing in a much larger chorus recently when 40 guys joined their latest singing course. Over 6 weeks they learnt three songs, Take Me Home, Country Roads, a Carl Denver classic; Something, George Harrison’s most famous song; and The Lion Sleeps Tonight , always a popular song with audiences.. These featured centrally in the end of course show performed to a capacity audience and received a tremendous reception. What a night! Many of the new guys commented how brilliant the course had been and how well it had been organised. The great news is that 22 of those new guys joined the Chorus the following week for normal rehearsals. Wow! Should you wish to find out more about Nottingham’s only male barbershop chorus then why not visit our website www.majoroakchorus.com or contact the chorus by sending an email to secretary@majoroakchorus. com. We look forward to hearing from you.

The Major Oak Chorus

A Happy New Year from GEM Connection!

GEM Connection Ladies Barbershop Harmony Chorus finished the year on a high with their charity concert in November. It was a sell out and a massive hit! They raised £650 for each of two charities; Harrington Junior School and Treetops Hospice. GEM Connection’s 15th Birthday Show is on Saturday 11th May 2013 at Post Mill Centre, South Normanton, DE55 2EJ. It looks like it will be a fantastic show! Book now to avoid disappointment! Why not make it your New Year’s resolution to take time out for yourselves ladies, and either come along to one of GEM’s events or even join the chorus? GEM Connection meets every Thursday from 7:30pm at Harrington Junior School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. If you would like to find out more, come along to a rehearsal, sponsor us, become part of the mailing list or book us for an event, please email: pro@ gemconnection.org or contact Flin Tubby on 07545 316 986. Or visit www.gemconnection.org

Bestwood MVC Maggie’s Cheque Handover Maggie’s Centre, Nottingham were delighted to receive a cheque for £1500 from Bestwood Male Voice Choir in November. Angela Kehoe from Maggies was delighted to receive the cheque which will help the centre to continue to support anyone effected by cancer.

All Change at Grand Central

The Chorus has bad news. The Director, John Grant, has retired after taking it to two medals in two years. The good news is that he handed over the Directorship to Zac Booles (pictured receiving the baton from John) a young rising star in the Barbershop firmament. As a result of becoming the National Champions in May, the Chorus has been invited to represent Britain at the International Barbershop Competition in Toronto next year.

Rehearsals are at Harrington School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ at 7.15.pm every Wednesday. If you are a potential singer, sponsor, booker or just curious you are welcome to join them. Website www.grandcentralchorus.com

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Nova at the Chesterfield Canal After enjoying a walk beside the Canal near Chesterfield in September, members of Nova Singles Club decided to explore the more picturesque stretch from Shireoaks to Kiveton. Featuring several bridges and twenty-three locks, some double or triple, this section from Worksop to Kiveton forms part of the award-winning restoration project carried out between 1996 and 2003. Walkers from Shireoaks pass twenty-two of these locks on a delightful gradually-inclined towpath that during the summer months gives us many glimpses of bird life and passing narrowboats on their way down to the Trent near Gainsborough. In mid-October, Nova members led by past chairman and founder-member Brian Cluff, joined the canal near the restored Cinderhill Bridge where the towpath crosses the canal towards the tiny village and marina at Turnerwood. Tea and coffee here at Lily Cottage's snug little conservatory on the outward and return journey were among

the highlights of a sunny day that lit up the autumn colours of the trees along the route.

Nova meets at 8pm every Thursday evening at the Mapperley Plains Social Club, opposite the Treetops - Eating Inn. The club's monthly programme of social events for single, widowed, separated and divorced people includes dining out, concerts, theatre and cinema visits, walking, of course, and many more. Visit the web-site at www. novanottingham.co.uk or phone Chairman Paul Mitton on (0115) 9404147.

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Nottingham Centre New Year Update

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In 2012 The Nottingham Centre enjoyed a successful year of talks, walks, outings and holidays, and members are looking forward to an equally exciting year in 2013.

It may be winter but we’re still enjoying the outdoors!

The programme of talks gets off to a great start in January with a talk on January 10th by Kevin Topham, entitled, The Secret of Sherwood Forest.’ 2.15pm. at the Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham.

Free family friendly activities at the orchard, third Sunday of the month, from 11 – 4pm

On January 24th, the Nottingham Centre’s chairman, Marion Wallwork’s talk is ‘Waddesden to Workhouse’: 7.30pm at Nottingham Mechanics.

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February 14th – Colin Hobday will talk about North Yorkshire, with particular emphasis on the moors, minsters, and coastline of this picturesque region of England. 2.15pm. Nottingham Mechanics. February 28th – There will be a talk by Dr. Donald Hawthorne on ‘Antiques of Tomorrow,’ 7.30pm. Nottingham Mechanics. March 14th – Stephen Wright will talk about, ‘Gardens and Palaces of Europe.’ 2.15pm Nottingham Mechanics. March 21st – Beccy Speight from National Trust will talk about Octavia Hill, Co-founder of the Trust, preceded by an update on the activities of National Trust, Midlands. 7.30.pm. Nottingham Mechanics.

And watch out – next spring we will open the St Anns Allotments Visitor Centre, with activities throughout the year. Check our website for details. For more information call STAA on (0115) 911 0207, check our website; www.staa-allotments.org.uk or follow us on Facebook www.facebook.com/staa.allotments Entrance through the Community Orchard on Ransom Road, opposite Hillview Community Centre. Look for the yellow sign, Bus route 42.

Entrance to the talks is £2 members, £3 visitors, who are always welcome. For more information contact Heather Brookes on 0115 9436272, email: heatherbro@aol.com or go to the Centre’s website: www.nottinghamnt.co.uk

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Arnold Art Society: French Connection Rekindled Members of Arnold Art Society and friends are pictured assembled for a photo shoot in

Photograph by Mike Pointon Stanislas Square, Nancy during their recent exchange visit to Vandoeuvre -les-Nancy in eastern France. The group endured the 15 hour coach journey via the Channel tunnel to be greeted warmly and enthusiastically by a ‘reception committee’ on arrival and then hosted by fellow artists and their families during a week long stay. A joint art exhibition was arranged and a letter of greetings and goodwill from the Mayor of Gedling was handed over to the Mayor of Vandoeuvre by

Arnold Art Society chairman John Williams. A packed programme of activities organised by the French town included visits to other towns, including Strasbourg and Metz, art galleries, museums, castles, and factories producing ceramics and glassware. The generous hospitality and geniality of the hosts was beyond belief whilst the social gatherings enabled everyone to have a go communicating their respective languages with the wine tastings smoothing the flow of the ‘franglais’. The visit proved to be a huge success with the cementing of new friendships and a strong desire by all for a future revisit to Gedling to be arranged.

Autumn Exhibition and Craft Fair

The autumn exhibition was held during the week - end of Sat/Sun 20-21st October at the Pondhills Community Centre. More than 500 members of the public visited the exhibition during the two days with the Deputy Mayor Councillor Bob Collis and his wife visiting the exhibition on the Sunday.

Robin Hood and Sherwood Forest – the next chapter: Plans for new £13m visitor attraction announced

A £13m investment plan to create a world class Robin Hood experience and protect historic Sherwood Forest will provide a major boost for the local economy, says Nottinghamshire County Council. Around 100 people could be employed through plans for a new Sherwood Forest Visitor attraction which will also generate huge visitor spend for the local economy and vital investment for the Forest itself. The first phase of the project which includes a brand new visitor centre, café and shop to replace the existing facilities will open in summer 2014 and the new Discover Robin Hood attraction will welcome its first visitors in spring 2015. The Discover Robin Hood proposal promises: • A world-class visitor attraction to promote the legend, life and times of Robin Hood and his

band of merry men • Interactive, futuristic tourist features amid the settings of a medieval castle complete with fortified ramparts made from local materials • Free access to a courtyard offering a taster of medieval activities and a gateway to Sherwood Forest which retains its free public access • Comprehensive plans to promote the natural habitats and natural history of Sherwood Forest – led by the existing county council ranger team. Celia Brooks, Chairman of Edwinstowe Parish Council said: “We welcome investment plans at Sherwood which promote the area, but at the same time protect the forest and are sympathetic to the local environment, as well as anything which can benefit the village of Edwinstowe.”

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Alan’s Accounting JR Accounting Select Accountancy

Aerials/TV’s

1st Astral Aerials New Wave Aerials Phil Chapman

Architects Plan A

67 65 67 11 32 23 11

Bathrooms/Kitchens/Bedrooms AHM Installations GB Drury Haydn Interiors Ltd Rightlove Bathrooms

Beauty / Nails Duo Nails & Co

Building / Roofers / Fascias AKJ Contracts Arnold Building & Roofing S. Bird Brownz Builders Canterburys C n D Properties Ernehale Roofing Hickling Builders John White Builders Lax Building & Prop. Serv Nottm Roofing Service PG Stapleton Roberts Builders Roofer Mick Traditional Roofing

Cafes/Coffee Shops Barista@the Grange Cafe 118

Catering/Cakes Bakes & Banquets

Car Repairs/MOT’s Arnold Garage

Chimney Sweeps Homesweep

Cleaning/Drive Cleaning Belle Casa Dustbusters Michelles

Complementary/Holistic Therapies Bowen Therapy Reflexology

Computer Repairs/IT GB Micros PCM-IT

Curtains/Blinds

Designer Fabric Store

Dance classes/Theatre Start Dancing

Design & Print Synergy

Drainage/Pipe Clearance ADK Drains Drainscan

Electricians

ARR Electrical Steve Earnshaw DElectrix D J Hill Electrical P.Kelliher LV Electrical Perkins & Son Tony Simpson

4 37 36 31

43 41 9 29 11 34 72 12 6 17 33 9 34 4 4 13 11 47 45 47 3 10 13 18 25

Estate Agents/Lettings I am Lettings Smooth Moves Spencer Birch

Equestrian Martins Farm

Faith

Christadelphians

Flooring/Carpets Brightwood Flooring R.Taylor

Foot Health

Duo High Street Foot Clinic Suzanne Gratton-Fisher

Gas Engineer Thermix

Gardening/Groundwork/ Landscaping All Ground Services Anderson Gardening B&P Paving DF Garden & Property Fusion Garden Creations Heatherview Landscapes LittleGreen Landscapes WRS

Glass Specialist Sines Glass

Health & Fitness

Contemporary Pilates Gedling Leisure My Meal Mentors Rosemary Conley TEK Kick Boxing

Home Improvements Jason Craddock Man about the House Tony Smith Handyman

Ironing Service Victoria Cooper

Job Opportunities/Careers Avon Core Centre Djanogly School

Joiners/Timberwork

41 42

Beecroft Joiners DD Joiners Martins Farm Glen Myers M.Thompson

67 65

Optometrists

19 41 67 18 16 9 20 37 16 7 11 29 23

T.Deakin

Oven Cleaning/Repairs Ovenu Oven Repairs 4 U Renu Spring Fresh

Painting/Decorating Glen Birch James Room Revivers Phil Sargeant P.Thorpe Decorators

Pet Care Zoolittles

Plastering

S. Bird C J Plastering East Midlands Plastering GM Plastering Matt the Plasterer

1 27 65 38 71 25 37 43 42 41 6

Plumbing,Heating, Air Con All Gas Agua Gas P.Byrne B & M Plumbing Bryn Vernon Eco Home Energy Green Shield PC Plumbing Woodthorpe Plumbing

Property Maintenance Services DF Garden & Property M A Britton JJ’s Jobs

Removals/House Clearance Andy the Van Man Dave the Rubbish Man

Schools/Pre-Schools Hazelhurst

Shops 21 23 26 29 6 10 7 13 11

The Flipping Good Beer Co

Solar Panels

Arnold Electrical

Solicitors

Quality Solicitors Yates & Co Rothera Dowson

Tiling/Tile Retailers emc Tiles Grout & About Room Revivers

42 44 43 39 40

Tree Surgeons

4 25 21

Travel Agents

11 65 48 57 10 33 23 7 25 53 17 32 17 20 4 10 18 6 16 38 11 18 29 4 7

37 23 20 7 15 5 25 10 9

Charnwood Trees WRS

Trade Directories Age UK

Forest Travel

Tuition

Bob Massey Kip McGrath Kumon

Upholstery/Fabric

Designer Fabric Store

29 7 6 17 33 55 47 22 49 2 15 33 18 27 13 51 59 59 57 55 19

Windows/Doors/Conservatories Leivers & Millership

Window/Conservatory Cleaning JWS

faith

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