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Welcome to the first of our Autumn editions...

Haven’t we had a fantastic summer! We hope you have enjoyed every minute of it. Now most of us have packed the swimsuits and shorts away for another year we thought we would sneak in a few naughty pudding recipes. Go on...indulge yourselves!

From sun to snow....Remember only one edition left before Christmas so if you

* Save money - our veg boxes start from ÂŁ9, delivered FREE to your door.

* Support a local family business - most of the veg in your box are grown by us personally.

* Save your environment - organic means good for you and good for the environment.

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* Support your community - we offer a range

of homemade artisan foods from local small businesses.

Your Five a Day with Organic Veg Boxes

Come and visit us at our website

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want any festive events publicising please get in touch by mid-October.

We are very excited to announce the launch of our seventh magazine! NG13 will be delivered to Bingham, Bottesford, East Bridgford and surrounding villages.

For more information about the new mag please give us a call.

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eat, drink & be merry! sudoku home and garden safer neighbourhoods classifieds looking good, feeling great a helping hand crossword helping hand directory business, IT & finance

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kids kids diary teen talk free time community diary recipes pets useful information puzzle solutions faith

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Mike Thompson

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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

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making your garden glow with colour, style & beauty

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WOOD MEETS CERAMIC TILE IN LATEST INNOVATION REGISTERED ELECTRICIAN One notable innovation that

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We may be little but we’re big on...

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We take up old carpets and dispose of them too, we can move your furniture, so you don’t have to. We can plane your doors and look after your floors, our advice, samples and measuring are free but most of all when you order you become part of The Little Carpet Company Family

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N Bluff PLASTERING skimming of walls & ceilings | coving plaster over artex | insurance work indoor & outdoor rendering plasterboarding | free quotes

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WINDOW CLEANING Domestic & Commercial all areas covered Call John on

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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.

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For all your general building work

Plastering • Tiling Patios & Block Paving Extensions

JOHN WHITE

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HOW TO CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BEAT TEAM ST ANN’S POLICE STATION St Ann’s Wells Road NG3 3HR 101 Ext: 811 6770/6771

BEAT TEAMS Mapperley Ward PC James North 07702 141861 PC Andy Cochran 07792 437359 PC Brian Dacunha 07792 437358 St Ann’s Ward PC Jeanette Stasuik 07792 437306 PC Paul Whant 07792 437361 PC Paul Deane 07792 437357

From Beat Manager, PC James North...

You can tell autumn is here when you notice the nights drawing in, it won’t be long until we’re travelling to and from work in the dark.

I find I can’t wait to get into the house as the cool weather really starts to grip and I don’t always pay as much attention to what I’ve left in the car. But I’ll always go back out and have a look if I think I might have left something on show. After all, I don’t want to attract thieves to my house.

I know most people wouldn’t leave valuables on show but recently I’ve also started to think about what other items thieves might be attracted by.

Would a bit of loose change be tempting? Or maybe my coat?

Or the school bag on the back seat?

I make my sandwiches every morning as I don’t know where I’ll end up during my day. I take it home at night to wash my sandwich box but I always make sure I get it out of the car.

That lunch box in the footwell of the car could look like a range of things in the dark. Many of which would be more tempting to an offender than the remains of my lunch.

In my experience if your car door or window is open it’s even more tempting for the thief to have a look and take whatever they fancy. After all, what’s stopping them?

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

Thieves don’t like to smash glass because it makes a noise. But if they see something of interest they might think it’s worth the risk. Even if, to you and me, the item isn’t valuable you get back to your car in the morning and find the nasty surprise of a smashed window.

Although, it’s not just over night that your car and possessions can be vulnerable. I always think it’s surprising how quickly offenders can steal your stuff and be gone, leaving you with the repair bill and a lot of inconvenience.

Next time you get out of your car don’t just take your valuables but also remove anything that is on show. And never forget to lock your car.

But it’s not just items in your car that you need to keep an eye on, make sure you also keep hold of your personal belongings when you’re out and about.

When you get your mobile on a contract you might not realise how valuable it is but don’t take it for granted. It is like carrying a wodge of cash around with you, you wouldn’t leave that on the table at the pub while you go to the bar, so please don’t leave your mobile.

If you have any concerns about crime in the area don’t hesitate to report it to us on 101.

Special Constabulary Recruitment - Are you interested in becoming a Special Constable? To find out more about our pre-recruitment awareness events please contact us on 101 ext: 800 2429 or visit www.nottinghamshire.police.uk and follow the Specials link

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

P.G Stapleton

Building & Roofing Services

Guttering • Repointing • Brickwork Roofing • General Maintenance

FREE quotes and advice

Tel: 0115 752 1954 Mob: 07979 555355

Tel: 0115 965 3294 Mob: 07967 750 267 www.apstapletonbuilders.co.uk

Email: james.vernon@hotmail.com

Greg Drozdowski

Approved Chimney Sweep Member of the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps HETAS Approved Stove Installation Chimney Lining Bird Guards Supplied and Fitted CRB clearance and Full Public Liability Insurance

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

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MR SHEDS 6” x 4” Sheds from only

TONGUE & GROOVE SHEDS

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0115 878 7048

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All for love at the Angel

by Bob Massey

In 1835 the Old Angel Pub on Woolpack Lane in the Nottingham Lace Market was the drinking establishment for many a local lad. Two of the regulars were young single men called Austin and Lupton. Thomas Austin was employed as a bobbin turner and was living in Coalpit Lane. Joseph Lupton was a dyer from Hockley. A certain young lady who was employed as a barmaid at the inn attracted the attention of both men and a deep rivalry developed between them over which one would win her affections.

On Saturday 2nd May 1835 a fight started between her two suitors. It was broken up before the police were called and the young lady decided to settle the matter by stating that if they felt this strongly they should have a proper organised fight and whoever won would also win her heart.

Both men, already battered from their scuffle, agreed her terms and a fight was arranged to take place on Mapperley Hills just out side the city boundary. On Monday 11th May a crowd assembled to see the outcome of this duel. Rather than pistols or swords these young men had nothing but hard bare knuckles.

The men were pretty evenly matched and once the fight started they battled hard for two hours. Although both men were badly beaten, neither would give way. This fight was for their hearts desire and neither was prepared to give her up.

Suddenly Lupton collapsed and fell.

Austin was overjoyed and claimed victory until someone realised that Lupton was not moving. Unconscious, Lupton was carried back to Nottingham and taken to a medical man. Sadly it was in vain, as it was soon discovered that he had died. Lupton’s body

was then taken to Mrs Kitchens house in Knotted Alley, off Canal Street, where he had lodged.

Austin, in a terrible state and very concussed and confused, had returned home to his bed unaware of his rivals fate.

He was receiving medical attention and being bled with leeches.

As soon as the local magistrate heard about the fight he ordered an inquiry into the events and who had acted as the two seconds. A second is the supporter each man would have been allowed in their corner. As a result three people were detained awaiting the outcome of the inquest.

The inquest was held on the 7th May 1835 with the deceased being described as 5’ 10” in height and of muscular and athletic build. The inquest heard that Lupton exhibited many injuries from the earlier fight on the Saturday as well as more recent injuries. There was extensive damage to his right fist, arms, body and face as well as his right eye. The verdict of the jury was manslaughter against Austin with Henry Holland and Joseph Caleb, the seconds, being held as accessories.Upon hearing the outcome Holland and Austin fled and only Caleb was held in custody.

After 11 weeks in prison he was fined 1/and released. The other two were never caught.

And the barmaid... well her name and fate are not recorded but she won neither man and had poor Lupton’s death on her conscience for the rest of her life.

I am researching the history of Mapperley and would be very pleased to hear from anyone with more details or information. Email: bob.m.massey@gmail. com or post via NG5 magazine.

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Moving House –

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Moving house is one of the most stressful experiences in life and with so many things on the To Do list, notifying the DVLA of your new address if you own a motor vehicle can sometimes get forgotten. However, the importance of the DVLA holding the correct information is higher than most motorists realise.

When the driver of a vehicle commits a road traffic offence and is not stopped at the time, the registered keeper of that vehicle will receive a letter from the police, notifying them that an offence has been committed and requesting that they provide the identity of the driver to the police (within 28 days).

If that information is not supplied within the required time frame, the registered keeper commits an offence of ‘failing to provide information’ and on conviction for this, the registered keeper is liable to a fine and, more importantly, to have their licence endorsed with 6 penalty points.

I have seen a significant increase in clients seeking advice on situations where they have moved house and failed to notify the DVLA of their change of address. The concern in this situation is that a relatively minor offence can develop into a much more serious result. In relation to a speeding offence of doing 37mph in a 30mph limit for example, what could be a penalty of a speed awareness course (providing you haven’t done a similar course within the preceding three years) and no points, can turn into six penalty points on your licence, if you fail to provide the name of the driver.

To avoid this situation happening to you, don’t let an oversight lead to a much bigger problem - ensure that you notify the DVLA as soon as your address changes and update your V5C registration document (log book) not forgetting your driving licence too, and if someone else uses your vehicle and commits an offence, it is vital that you advise the DVLA of their details.

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Council seals the deal to create Gedling Country Park After months of negotiations, Gedling Borough Council announced today that it had secured land on the site of the former Gedling Colliery to transform into a country park. Gedling Colliery is one of the last remaining collieries to be re-developed and has remained dormant since the colliery was closed in 1991.

The council has agreed a long-term lease with site owners Harworth Estates that will pave the way to create a 238 acre area of parkland with lagoons, footpaths, cycle trails and hiking routes. The lagoons will be complimented by picnic areas that will be fully accessible for all, including disabled people.

The country park will also be a haven for local wildlife, and the Council is ambitious for the site to become accredited as a local nature reserve. Future development plans also include a children’s play area and, subject to funding, a permanent visitor’s centre exploring the area’s heritage.

going management of the country park. The park is anticipated to open to the public by Autumn 2014.

Councillor John Clarke, Leader of Gedling Borough Council, said: “This is a historic moment for the people of Gedling. There’s been talk about creating a country park on the site of the former Gedling pit ever since it was closed and I’m absolutely delighted to announce that the Council has secured the land to make this happen. Sealing this land deal has been a long and often frustrating exercise but we’ve stuck with it and can now look forward to seeing local people out on the new park enjoying themselves.

“The colliery site was the focal point of the local community for many many years and will become so again. The country park will provide a beautiful place for people to enjoy and bring back to life the great heritage and history of this part of Gedling. It will also bring a welcome boost to the local economy and provide a place where people can take their families for walks, cycle rides and wildlife spotting in clean, fresh air with fantastic views.”

Owen Michaelson, Chief Executive of Harworth Estates, who worked with the council to transfer the land, commented “Having worked for some years with Gedling Council on this proposed Country Park, I’m delighted that we’ve now transferred 240 acres to the Council which will enable the final stages of restoration to take place.

Now that the land has been secured, the Council is set to invest nearly £1 million, including £630,000 of funding provided by Gedling Homes and a further £250,000 from the Homes and Community Agency (HCA), to complete the first phase of works that will get the country park up and running and open to the public. The Council plans to establish a “Friends Of” group to pursue future funding and investment opportunities, and to ensure that local residents are fully involved in the design, development and on-

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“It’s been very satisfying being involved in this project which turns the legacy of coal mining into something that can be enjoyed by so many members of the local community.

I’m also pleased that, nearby, the former mine site continues to generate energy by harnessing old mines gas as well as a proposed new facility that aims to provide solar power. A great new future for an old industrial site”

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As the nights start drawing in and memories of summer fade, the Nottingham Centre begins its varied and stimulating autumn programme of talks.

On 12th September at 2.15pm: ‘Stanton – Gone, but not Forgotten’ a talk by Stephen Flinders will provide insights into the history of a local company that was of vital importance both locally and nationally.

26th September at 7.30pm: ‘So You think You Know Nottingham?’ (part 2), by Peter Hammond.

Peter teaches us that Nottingham has many surprises to offer once we learn to look around us.

10th October at 2.15pm: Ian Morgan’s talk, ‘Footpads, Kings, and Highwaymen’, should make us thankful for modern methods of transport.

24th October at 7.30pm: Clive Katz will talk about the history and mystery of Lindisfarne Castle.

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All meetings are held on Thursdays at The Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North Sherwood Street, Nottingham, and visitors are always welcome.

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A Funeral Service With A Difference Arnold resident Stacey Dawe has recently completed training to become an Independent Funeral Celebrant with the UK College of Celebrancy.

Said Stacey “In today’s society fewer people find themselves associated to a particular church yet many hold onto either some form of spiritual or religious beliefs.

When it comes to organising a funeral quite often only a religious service or more atheist style humanist service is offered, whereas an Independent Celebrant will tailor a funeral to respect the family’s wishes making it personal and meaningful to capture the true essence, personality and character of the loved one.

The most important part of the service is that each tribute is created individually and personalised for the person who has died. I spend a lot of time with the bereaved families prior to the funeral to learn as much as possible about their loved one and I actively encourage all those who wish to take part in the service to do so, by way of spoken, written or musical tribute, or alternatively families may like to participate simply by choosing appropriate music, readings or poems”.

Stacey says her service will truly celebrate the life of the person who has died, whilst at the same time sensitively acknowledging the grief of those left behind.

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Why should I consider setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney?

Lasting Power of Attorney is not just for the elderly. We know that we should write a will, but few people are aware that they should also consider a Lasting Power of Attorney.

People sometimes take it for granted that they will be able to look after their own every day affairs and make decisions for themselves.

Sadly the ability to do this often decreases as we grow older.

This could be for a number of reasons such as an accident, physical illness or the onset of a metal illness; all of which could result in you having difficulties in managing your day to day affairs. Lasting Powers of Attorney are designed to be recognised by banks, financial institutions, care homes and local authorities as well as tax and pensions authorities.

Although this is something that we do not like to think about, these difficulties can be overcome by the preparation of one document, a Lasting Power of Attorney. It is a serious and powerful document about which you will want straightforward and down to earth legal advice.

A Lasting Power of Attorney gives someone you trust, usually a relative or friend, the power and legal authority to act on your behalf in the event that you aren’t able to do so for yourself. There are safeguards to make sure your wishes are carried out and you

will have peace of mind in knowing that these tasks will be undertaken by someone of your choosing.

If you do not have a Lasting Power of Attorney in place and later become mentally incapacitated, your husband, wife, children or other relatives may face long delays and considerable expense in applying to the Court of Protection to get access and take control of your finances.

Local firm QualitySolicitors Yates & Co have introduced a scheme to encourage local people to plan ahead by considering setting up a Lasting Power of Attorney.

Concerned by the general lack of awareness of this issue, we have put together a very special offer to help people with the documents and the complete registration process.

Present this advert to claim a full £50* discount against our usual costs.

John Palmer is a wills and probate executive at QualitySolicitors Yates & Co

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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 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 at Maggies Cancer Care Centre, 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 - group meeting every month in Arnold, also one to one meetings available, limited spaces available. To find out more or to book your place please call Roxanne on 07988 083224 or email: roxannefreeman@hotmail.com Positive Outcomes - a self help group for people who aim to control their drinking - cutting down or cutting it out.

Meet Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm, Nottingham City Centre. For group contact details: Self Help Nottingham Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk ADHD - a support group for 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 Coping with Anxiety - meet first & third Tuesday, 7pm til 9pm, monthly at Sherwood Community Centre, Mansfield Road, Sherwood. For more info call Albert Godfrey on 0115 967 9409 or email: algodfrey@talktalk.net Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-toface advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor David Hall 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.

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.

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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Dyslexia Action Nottingham - support for literacy and numeracy difficulties by specialist teachers. Adults and children

welcome, we can help with dyslexia, dyscalculia & other learning difficulties. We can provide revision techniques, study skills, organisation & memory strategies fro school or the workplace. We can also do assessments & training. Please phone 0300 303 8350 for further details & a free consultation.

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. 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 Primary Biliary Cirrhosis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Wednesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.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 Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www.smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: 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 Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider. Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page) Smile! Stop Hate Crime - raises awareness and tackles disability hate crime. People with learning disabilities should not have to put up with harrassment and violence. REPORT it to the police on 101.

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KIDS DIARY

If you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk

LA School of Dance - all ages, all styles. Professional teacher. Classes at Mapperley Community Centre on Fridays 5 - 6pm. Only £3.50 per class. For more info call Lorraine on 07816 209839 or 0115 920 3558.

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.

St Jude’s Church Mapperley Holiday Club - GOING BOLDLY - Space Academy. Ages 5-11. Wed 24th - Fri 26th July. 10am - 2pm and 10am - 2.30pm on Friday (bring a packed lunch). £7.50 per child.

Closing date for applications is 18 July. Tel: 0115 985 6131 or complete forms online at www.stjudesmapperley.org.uk.

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 Michelle on 07730 009264 or Sophie on 07702 892362.

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 1st Nottingham Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association- Every Monday night (term time): 5.30pm - 8pm. Open to all ages 5-14 yrs - boys and girls. At St Andrew’s Community Hall, Chestnut Grove, Nottingham, NG3 5AD. Contact: 1nottingham@boys-brigade.org.uk or 0115 912 0098 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 2013. Please contact Melanie Saunders on 07971 382837 for more information.

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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Ella’s Teen Talk:

Handling Money

We all know there’s nothing worse than making plans with friends and being forced to cancel them because our pockets are empty. I’m personally fed up of hearing my parents tell me that “money doesn’t Ella Higginbotham aged 15 grow on trees” (what a silly saying, it’s a bit obvious isn’t it!) when the majority of us under 16s can’t get jobs, but we really don’t want to miss out on a social life: we can’t win!

When our purses are sparse there are just a few little things we can do to make sure we aren’t completely broke: 1) Get a Terramundi money pot- its saves money and looks pretty, genius!

It’s different because what you put in you can’t get out until it’s full up and ready to be smashed. So you know that random change lying in your jean pocket or in the bottom of your bag? just chuck it into the terramundi and before you know it it’s time to smash it and you have a whole load of cash. Plus you get the added bonus of getting the hammer and whacking it open; it’s a lot of fun or can act as an excellent stress release which is perfect for all our teenage traumas!

2) Don’t buy food and drink-starve! No but seriously if you’re going for a day out in town or in the park don’t waste money on buying food, just take it with you. Wrap up a sandwich at home because it’s just as yummy and completely free!

3) Do little jobs- you’ve got to break the teen catchphrase of “can’t be bothered” (however heart-breaking it may be) and don’t be lazy, it only takes ten minutes to wash some pots or iron a few pairs of jeans. Ask your parents for just 50p every now and then by helping around the house and it will all add up. Oh and don’t forget the puppy dog eyes if you’re really desperate.

4) Compare where you shop- don’t buy the first thing you see. You can probably get the same thing elsewhere for a much better price. Be patient and window shop for a bit until you find the ideal, cheap purchase.

5) Babysit- it’s a doddle (Hopefully!) You get paid to spend your evening watching TV whilst the kids are in bed, plus everyone tells you to help yourself so that means free food! You can’t go wrong! You or your parents must know families with young kids so ask around and do a good job of it; that way word gets around and you will eventually have loads of Next business.

It’s the little things that you can do to make sure you’ve always got some money spare to do the things that you want to do.

Keep it sensible and realistic and you should never be searching for scraps of money around your bedroom again because, trust me, that’s a lost battle.

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Choosing the right secondary education for your child is one of the most important decisions you can make in supporting their development into young adulthood.

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Then Christ the King Catholic Voluntary Academy is the place for you!

We are situated near Arnold town centre and are easily accessible by local bus services. Christ the King is an academy for the whole community.

We welcome applications for places from parents of children who have not attended our partner primaries or who are not Catholic but whose parents wish them to be educated in the caring Christian Community. Indeed, the governing body offer places to such students annually and we celebrate this diversity.

If you are unable to attend the evening, please contact us. There are a limited number of places for a tour of the academy during the mornings of 23rd, 24th, 25th, 26th and 27th September 2013. If you are still unable to attend, but would like to receive a brochure, please contact the school.

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Community Diary

If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: info@ng5.org.uk 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.

Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. We meet at St Margarets Church Hall, Aspley Lane, Nottingham, NG8 5GE on the 4th Tuesday monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome.

For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365.

Arnold Local History Group - all new visitors or members welcome. We meet 3rd Tuesday of the month with a break in July, August & Sept. Meetings at Bonington House (Labour Club), High St, Arnold. Details: www.arnold-history-group.org.

Email: arnoldhistorygroup@googlemail.com or tel: 0115 920 4780.

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.

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.

Coffee Morning - at the Wesleyan Reform Church, corner of Burford/Furlong Street, Arnold. On the 2nd Saturday of each month. 10am - 11.30am. Cakes, home-made marmalade etc on sale.

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. August 27 tba; Sept 24th tba; Oct 22 - Helping Hands in Bosnia - Trish Drew; Nov 26 - Xmas social (members only). 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 check www.fbcp.org.uk or email gillian.costello@ntlworld.com. Visit our park community cafe 10-noon Saturdays at Dynamo House, off Park Road, Bestwood Village.

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.

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: Joy on 07790 624374 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 Playing - join our small, friendly group and learn Tichu, a 4 player game. More strategic than poker, simpler and more fun than bridge, it’s a game all ages can enjoy. We meet once monthly, Saturday evenings. Contact: sarah. mulholland@gmx.de Nottingham Organ Society - Bonington Theatre. 1st Monday in the month at 7.30pm. Come along and listen to an evening of light musical entertainment. Tickets available at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold, Nottingham. Call 0115 956 0733 Nottingham 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 Monday in month 1.30pm for 2pm-3.30pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood. 30 Sept: Lisa Newport-McCabe will speak about her work with young offenders. 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 Light Exercise - Gedling Asian Elders Association. Light 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

free time Young Nottingham Author Published on Amazon Aiden Riley, 26 is over the moon that his novel “Ray Ryan” is now available for sale on Amazon.

Aiden, from Nottingham, got his inspiration for the novel while people watching in a cafe in Nottingham city centre.

Turn up and Play Football sessions nr Council Football changing Block on West Park Long Eaton Saturday Mornings 9:30-10:30 am (1 hour only) Cost: £2.50 per session Sessions Run From March—October 2013 Please Note: All children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times.

All Players must wear suitable footwear, shin pads and bring along a still drink.

The book is based in Nottingham and recalls the central character’s life from a young boy through to adulthood. It is categorised as a young adult novel and is described as a real coming of age novel. A gripping and compulsive read with an explosive end.

Ray Ryan by Aiden Riley is available from Amazon as an ebook for Kindle.

Price: £3.99 In celebration of our Diamond Anniversary

Lace Market Theatre presents....

The Entertainer

John Osbourne’s classic play about music hall

16 - 21 September at 7.30pm matinee 21 September at 2.30pm Further info at

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0115 9507201

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Nottingham Flower Club Presents

TRADING TRA TR R PLACES A DEMONSTRATION OF FLOWER ARRANGING BY

TAN STRONG NAFAS NATIONAL DEMONSTRATOR

THURSDAY 31ST OCTOBER 2013 Nottingham High School Waverley Mount, Nottingham NG7 4ED (car parking via Forest Road East) Demonstration commences 7:30pm – doors open 6:30pm Plants ~ Tombola ~ Arrangements Raffled

Admission £9 - includes a glass of SPA SPARKLE!!

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Hawaiian Luau in support of

UK female champion barbershop quartet heading to Hawaii for the International Championships

IONA SCHOOL GYM

310 Sneinton Dale, Nottingham, NG3 7DN

Tickets £8

TOMBOLA

In aid of CANCER RESEARCH UK TICKETS – 0115 9375343 OR PAY AT THE DOOR Registered Charity No. 1101348

COCKTAILS, SOFT DRINKS & NIBBLES PROVIDED bring your own beer/wine

For tickets & info phone Adrian: 0115 9527211 or Ellie: 07780 581 090

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Call for a FREE BROCHURE Arnold Art Society arranges, at considerable expense, a programme of demonstrations by well known professional artists between September and December each year. Five demonstrations have been arranged this year with the first one being held on Wednesday evening September 18th. The complete programme can be seen below. We have been fortunate this year to have been awarded a grant

by Nottinghamshire County Council towards financing the cost of the programme. One of the conditions of the award is that we must contact other art societies and U3A groups in Notts and members of the public with an interest in art to join Arnold Art Society members on the occasions of our demonstrations. This is the reason for this invitation. I should add that due to the limited seating accommodation at the Pondhills Community Centre, where the demonstrations will be held, the number of non-members of Arnold Art Society attending each event will have to be limited. We shall also be making a charge of ÂŁ3.00 per person for visitors.

The demand for visitor places at each demonstration could be high so it is suggested that enquiries for places should be made, stating which demonstration you and/or your members wish to attend, as soon as possible to: John Williams (Secretary) Arnold Art Society, 37, Lees Road, Mapperley, Nottingham NG3 6GZ. Tel.0115 9582999.email: johnwilliams9@ virginmedia.com Demonstration Programme Wed 18 Sept, K. Armstrong, (Cartoonist) Wed 16 October, Carol Hill, Wed 30 October, John Pooler, Wed 13 November, Tim Rose, Wed 27 November, Jennie Bambury, Venue: Pondhills Community Centre, Pondhills Lane, off Coppice Road, Arnold, Nottingham NG5 8DR Further particulars available on request.

All demonstrations commence at 7.30pm and conclude at 9.0pm. Seats to be occupied by 7.15 pm please.

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MUSICAL roundup If you are involved in a choir, singing group or band then we would love to hear from you. Every month, space permitting, we will include the latest news, concert information and forthcoming events. You just need to email us at: info@ng5.org.uk by the first Friday of the month.

Sing with the best in the Country (and 20th in the world!)

Saturday 28 September 7pm

On Friday 5th July, 45 members of Grand Central Chorus walked out onto the dark stage of the Air Canada Centre, Toronto. An explosion of light and sound revealed a massive arena with 6000 applauding Barbershop followers. The CD waved his arms and the Chorus burst into song.

2013 UK Champion Ladies Six minutes later it was all over and the Chorus Barbershop Quartet were walking off to rapturous applause. The results revealed that the Chorus had achieved their highest Fortuity are representing the UK at the International Championships in Hawaii score ever at International, 78.8%, and placed 20th, that’s 20th in the world, a real achievement.

The day before, the Chorus performed at Also starring: the Fairmont LACE CITY CHORUS Royal York Four time UK Ladies Barbershop Chorus Champions Hotel Concert THE EMERALD GUARD 2013 UK Champion Mens Barbershop Quartet Hall in the World Harmony LADY LUCK Ladies Acappella Octet Jamboree Show Arnold Hill Academy, Lower School, NG5 6NZ which featured Tickets £10, contact Jo Messom top Barbershop performers from all over the world. An 0115 956 6745 / tmessom@me.com exciting week!

The next opportunity for you to see the Chorus perform is at 7pm on the 21st September, 2013, at St. Mary’s Parish Church, Melton Mowbray LE13 1AE. Tickets £8 obtainable at 01664851457 or 0166450057.

On Wednesday 4th September there will be an ‘ Open Night’ on the regular rehearsal night at the usual venue, Harrington Junior School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Sing with the Chorus or just sit and listen but come along if you are male and 16+. Learn the basics of Barbershop harmony and voice production. It’s free!

Bring along a friend. If you cannot manage that evening come along any Wednesday, you will be welcome. Ring Martin on 07855270803, 01664 411400, e-mail publicity.gcc@gmail.com to register, or just turn up on the night.

See the website www.grandcentralchorus.com for further information.

Bestwood Male Voice Choir

After an extremely busy and successful Diamond Jubilee Year in 2012, followed by 7 concerts in the first half of 2013, Bestwood MVC is now entering a period of more concentrated rehearsing before it’s next concert on the 7 September 2013.

This is a Charity Concert, organised by choir member Claude Dilks, in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support and Treetops Hospice.

The concert takes place at The Duchess Theatre, Chatsworth Arts Centre in Long Eaton at 7.30pm.

Bestwood MVC will be joined on this occasion by the Imari Ladies

Chorus, who sing ‘A Capella’ or without musical accompaniment. Tickets are £5 available from Claude Dilks on (01159) 726747 or Peter Fletcher on (01773) 715819.

Bestwood MVC will be holding its’ Annual Gala Concert at the Albert Hall, Nottingham on Sunday 29 September 2013, at the new time of 3pm. This year the choir will be joined by the well renowned Thoresby Colliery Band and so the audience will be treated to a rich combination of brass and voice.

Tickets are £10 and are available from Derrick Nurse on (01159) 285055.

www.calvertoncore.org.uk

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Drop-in Computing Improvers Drop-in Computing Beginners Beauty & Wellbeing Job Club (FREE) Card Making Workshop French Improvers Plus Computing Qualification Chair Based Exercise – (Free!)

09.00 – 11.00 11.15 – 13.15 09.30 – 11.30 11.30 – 13.30 11.00 – 13.00 13.15 – 15.15 13.00 – 15.00 14.00 – 15.00

TIME Computing Qualification Trace Your Ancestors Beg Crystal Healing Card Making Workshop Shoot, Fix Edit Beginners Spanish for Beginners Job Club (FREE) Bobbin Lace Making

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We have a chairlift to classroom and IT suite on upper floor.

Places are limited so put your name down as soon as possible.

There is a £10 registration fee, refundable within 3 months of starting your course. Courses commence from w/c 16 September 2013. Course fees vary and if you receive benefits you may qualify for free learning. For further information on course content call in to The CORE Centre and have a chat.

Drop-in Computing With Help, Card Making, Bobbin Lace Making Workshops are pay-as-you-go courses and only cost £4 or £5 for each 2 hour session!

Ask about Taster Courses this Autumn or tell us of others you would like to try!

Art? Painting? Jewellery Making? Nutrition? Nail Art? Managing Your Money?

Your Relationship and the Law? Sewing? Writing for Pleasure? I-Pad? Windows?

Hearing Clinic 5 September 1.00 – 3.00 Dementia Carers’ Clinic 5 and 19 September 9.30 – 12.00 Job Club Mondays and Thursdays 11.30 – 1.30

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Sweet treatS

Banoffi Pie

Kieran’s Key Lime Pie

300g ginger biscuits 70g butter 397g tin condensed milk or caramel 3 bananas 300ml whipping cream chocolate for decoration 20cm spring based cake tin Method

This recipe is adapted from a BBC Food recipe.

375g gluten free digestive biscuiits 150g butter 8 large limes (zest & juice) 1 pint double cream 397g tin condensed milk to decorate (optional) 85g creme fraiche If using condensed milk - place tin in a 1 tsp lime zest large pan of boiling water - making sure the tin is completely covered. Boil the tin for 2 to 3 hours. Keep checking and topping up with boiling water. This is very important. If the tin isn’t covered it could explode! If this is too much for you just use a tin of caramel.

Grease the tin. I line with greaseproof paper to make it easier to get the pudding out.

Crush the ginger biscuits (I use a food processor) to fine crumbs. Melt the butter in a saucepan. Once melted, add the biscuit crumbs and mix well. Line the bottom of the tin with the mixture and press up the sides. Use a flat bottomed jar to press the mixture firmly then place in fridge to set for a couple of hours. Slice the bananas and place on the biscuit base. Pour over the caramel (if using boiled condensed milk be very careful when opening the tin).

Whip the cream and when cool cover the top with cream. Decorate with chocolate shavings or sprinkles.

Method

Crush the biscuits either in a food processor or in a bag with a rolling pin. Melt the butter in a pan and stir in the crushed biscuits. The mixture can be split between 2 x 18cm tins or 1 x 23cm tin. Press mixture into tins & chill in the fridge. Put lime juice, condensed milk & cream in a bowl and whisk for 1-2 mins. Add lime zest to mixture (save a tsp for decoration) and stir in. Pour mixture onto biscuit bases and chill for 2 hours or overnight. Decorate with crème fraiche and lime zest

Strawberry Tart

This recipe is adapted from one by Jocelyn Dimbleby in a Sainsbury’s cook book called Sweet Dreams.

175g plain flour 60g caster sugar 100g butter 300ml creme fraiche 350g strawberries 3 tbsp strawberry jam finely grated rind & juice of 1 orange (3 tbsp) Method

Sift flour & sugar into a bowl. Melt butter in a pan along with the orange rind and 2tbsp juice. Once melted add to bowl and mix well until a smooth dough is formed.

Press mixture into a 24cm flan tin. Using hands press over the bottom & up the sides then chill in fridge for 30 mins. Heat over to 200°C. Bake pastry blind for 20 mins until edges are pale golden colour. Take out oven and pour in creme fraiche then return to oven for 10 mins.

Once tart is cold decorate with strawbs. Gently heat the strawberry jam with a tbsp of orange juice and spoon over the top to glaze. Chill until ready to serve.

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Dorket Head Farm, Arnold, NG5 8PU Disclaimer & Copyright Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of material in this publication, the editor can accept no responsiblity for the veracity of claims made by contributors in either editorial or advertising content. ng magazines is an independent organisation. All text, images and design in this publication are subject to copyright. Any unauthorised duplication is strictly prohibited.

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Like chocolate?

You’ll love Smokey!

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2 TICKETS for Love all things chocolate? Then the chances are you’ll adore a special cat rescued by a Nottinghamshire animal charity – who’s now looking for a real home.

Smokey, a rather dashing dark chocolate cat, was found straying until a kind passerby alerted Animal Accident Rescue Unit.

The ultimate lap cat, he asks permission before relaxing onto any available lap for a long snooze. At around two years old, this affectionate boy enjoys playing, is tidy in his habits and enjoys self-grooming to remain gorgeous!

Just answer the following.....

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will be at the Capital FM Arena from 6-10 November 2013 For tickets and info:

0843 373 3000

All correct answers will be entered into a draw.

Winners will be notified by Friday 25 Oct 2013.

The tickets are for the 7pm performance on the openinig night, Wednesday 6 November.

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As with all the charity’s animals ready for rehoming, Smokey is neutered, microchipped and litter-trained. Donations to Animal Accident Rescue Unit paid for his flea and worm treatments plus Felv/FIV tests, for which he is clear. All he needs now is a home - could that be with you? To discover more on Smokey call 0115-9671000 (for queries about Smokey only), or email admin@ aaru.org.uk, with your telephone number and postcode for the adoption volunteer to contact you. All homes are checked preadoption, whilst rehoming on busy roads is obviously not possible.

Want to help animals like Smokey? His care is possible thanks to the charity’s volunteers – but which very urgently needs more fosterers. For this hugely rewarding role whilst making a massive difference to a vulnerable feline’s life - even for holiday cover – learn more by emailing admin@ aaru.org.uk or calling 0115-9321555, and for other information and animals see www. aaru.org.uk.

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www.biblelearningcentre.org Come along to our BIBLE TALKS on Sundays @10 am: Questions to ask: Sep 1 – Are you running away from God? Sep 8 – Does it matter what you believe?

They were not confused about the connection between the kingdom of God and the restored Jesus and his challenges: kingdom of Israel. They had that perfectly right.

Sep 15 – Jesus and Repentance They are the same thing! Jesus had been telling them this for 6 weeks. What they did not know was Sep 22 – Jesus and Protest Sep 29 – Jesus and Morals the ‘when’. It was not to be there and then. They still had some great work to do. The return of Jesus Oct 6 - Jesus and Prayer would resolve the ‘when’ question – and it’s still to Oct 13 – Jesus and his Second Coming happen today in 2013! This means the promise of Oct 20 – Jesus and Money the land made to Abraham, coupled with ‘and to and something different: your seed forever’, is connected with the ever-living Oct 27 Harvest Thanksgiving Lord Jesus Christ and his return to the earth. That will be the time when the resurrection of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob will take place. The Kingdom will be restored to Israel, and the promise to Mary made by the angel concerning Jesus will be fulfilled [Luke 1:32-33]. This is true hope. More next time.

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Index of Advertisers

Alan’s Accounting JR Accounting Select Accountancy

48 48 49

Aerials/TV’s/Audio 1st Astral Aerials Phil Chapman TV Confused

35 10 30

Architects/Planners Plan A

23

Bathrooms/Kitchens/Bedrooms Haydn Interiors Ltd Rightlove Bathrooms

29 21

Beauty / Nails

Nails & Co Urban Sanctuary

43 41

Beer/Real Ale

The Flipping Good Beer Shop

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

33 29 35 18,22 14 8 18 39 22 26 10 24 18

Business Services

Synergy Design & Print

Car Repairs/MOT’s Arnold Garage

Chimney Sweeps Homesweep

Cleaning/Drive Cleaning Dustbusters MJ Cleaning Services

Complementary/Holistic Therapies Bowen Therapy

Computer Repairs/IT PCM-IT

Counselling/Psychotherapy Lasting Change

Dance classes

Start Dancing World Circle Dance Group

Dentists

Jordan Dental

Design, Print & Web Synergy Design & Print

Dog Grooming

Louises Stylish Grooming Hole

Dog Walking Happy 2 Help

48 71 22 33 9 42 49 40 40 42 43 48 65

Steve Earnshaw DElectrix D J Hill Electrical P.Kelliher LV Electrical MJC Electrical Perkins & Son

Equestrian Martins Farm

Estate Agents/Lettings/New Homes Barratts I am Lettings Solos Residential

Faith

Christadelphians

Fencing

Premier Fencing

Flooring/Carpets

Brightwood Flooring The Little Carpet Co. R.Taylor

Foot Health

High Street Foot Clinic Suzanne Gratton-Fisher

Fuel

Fernwood Fuels

Funeral Celebrants Stacey Dawe

Furniture

World Wood Furniture

Gas Engineer Thermix

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

Glass Specialist Sines Glass

Hairdressers

Urban Sanctuary

Health & Fitness

Redhill Ladies Hockey

Home Improvements Jason Craddock Man about the House Tony Smith Handyman

Ironing Service Victoria Cooper

Joiners/Timberwork

Domestic Appliance Engineers

Beecroft Joiners DD Joiners Glen Myers M.Thompson

Drainage/Pipe Clearance

Leisure

C. Moore Ltd ADK Drains

Driving Schools E.B.B

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Electricians

23 18 61

The Lost City Indoor Golf

Loft Ladders/Conversions More than Loft Ladders

Oven Cleaning/Repairs Ovenu Oven Repairs 4 U Spring Fresh

35 39 30 13 9 27 8 65

Painting/Decorating Glen Birch James Dean E Lockley Phil Sargeant P.Thorpe Decorators Paul Tinsley

Pest Control

MW Pest Control

Pet Food

Door to Paw 15 1 37 69 23 11 16 19 42 42

Plastering

N Bluff Richard Brooks C J Plastering GM Plastering Matt the Plasterer

Plumbing,Heating, Air Con All Gas Agua Gas P.Byrne B & M Plumbing Bryn Vernon Green Shield Tony Jones Plumbing Woodthorpe Plumbing

DF Garden & Property M A Britton JJ’s Jobs Marriotts

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Removals/House Clearance

26 17 9 12 31 11 25 18 26 8 13 25

Andy the Van Man Carters Dave the Rubbish Man

Restaurants/Takeaways Pizza Italia

Christ The King Hazelhurst Kingfisher Day Nurseries

Sheds

Mr Sheds

Solicitors

Quality Solicitors Yates & Co Rothera Dowson

Tiling/Tile Retailers emc Tiles Grout & About Dean E Lockley

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Tree Surgeons

26 12 10

67 17 12 33 26 13 30 22 33 8 39 11 7 9 25 13 22 13 23 11 12 72

Schools/Pre-Schools/Nurseries

23

40

12

Property Maintenance Services

36

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12 22 24 23 26 9

Charnwood Trees Squirrel Tree Services WRS

Trade Directories Age UK

Travel Agents Forest Travel

6

Tuition/Courses

24 27 17 11

Turf Suppliers

First Class Learning Kip McGrath Kumon The Core Centre Greendale Turf

55 53 51 23 45 2 13 23 24 27 30 25 47 61 3 53 51 63 17

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Veg Box Delivery

7

Watches/Jewellery

24 35 29

Window/Conservatory Cleaning

Red Earth Organics Simon Trumper JWS

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01159599 599959 959 // 01159 01159 599 295 01159 599 295 59 HANDEL STREET, CARLTON ROAD, NOTTINGHAM NG3 1JE

9 HANDEL STREET, CARLTON ROAD, NOTTINGHAM NG3 1JE KIDS MEAL 1 £2.60 4 CHICKEN NUGGETS, & CAN OF COKE KIDSFRIES MEAL 1 £2.60 4 CHICKEN NUGGETS, FRIES & CAN OF COKE

KIDS MEAL 2 £2.60 6 ONION RINGS, FRIES & CAN OF COKE KIDS MEAL 2 £2.60 6 ONION RINGS, FRIES & CAN OF COKE

VARIETY MEAL £4.60 ANY SMALL BEEF BURGER, DONER MEAT, FRIES & AMEAL CAN OF£4.60 COKE VARIETY ANY SMALL BEEF BURGER, DONER MEAT, FRIES & ADEAL CAN OF COKE £9.99

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(FRI & SAT ADD EXTRA £1)

ANY 2 X 8” PIZZAS, 2 FRIES & 2 CANS OF COKE Deal 1 £9.99

(Fri & Sat add extra £1)

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£10.99 ANYDEAL 2 X 8” PIZZAS (FRI & SAT ADD EXTRA £1) 2 FRIES AND 2 CANS OF COKE

ANY 2 X 10” PIZZAS, 8” GARLIC BREAD WITH CHEESE BOTTLE OF DRINK Deal &2A£10.99 (Fri & Sat add extra £1)

DEAL 3 £15.99 ANY 2 X 12” PIZZAS &

Deal 3 £15.99 10” GARLIC BREAD

ANY 2 X 12” PIZZAS WITH CHEESE & BOTTLE OF DRINK 10” GARLIC BREAD WITH CHEESE AND DEAL A BOTTLE£11.99 OF COKE

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ANY 3 X 8” PIZZAS & 8” GARLIC BREAD Deal 4 £11.99 WITH CHEESE ANY 3 X 8” PIZZAS

AND 8” GARLIC BREAD WITH CHEESE FAMILY DEAL £15.00

ANY 3 X 10” PIZZAS & 10” GARLIC BREAD WITHDEAL CHEESE FAMILY £15.00

BUY ANY 3 X 10” PIZZAS OF YOUR CHOICE & 10” GARLIC BREAD WITH OFFERS CHEESE COLLECTION

(7 DAYS A WEEK) 8” PIZZA ONLY OFFERS £2.99 COLLECTION (7 daysONLY a week) 10” PIZZA £3.99 8”12” PIZZA ONLY £2.99 PIZZA ONLY £4.99

FREE Bottle of Soft Drink

FREE Bottle of Soft Drink

OR 8” Garlic Bread with Cheese with (food) orders over £16 (delivery) excludes meal deals Offers can not be used or in conjunction with any other offer 8” Garlic Bread with Cheese

with (food) orders over £16 (delivery) excludes meal deals Offers cannot be used in conjunction with any other offers

ALCOHOLIC DRINKS AVAILABLE

14”PIZZA PIZZAONLY ONLY £6.99 10” £3.99 12” PIZZA ONLY

£4.99

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(This offer excludes 8” pizzas and only applies toAll 10”,major 12” & credit 14”) and debit Valid Mondays & Tuesdays. £10 minimum order. Offer ends 31st December 2013 This offer can not be used in conjunction with any other offers & applies to full prices only.

This offer is not valid on Bank Holidays

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ANY 2 X 10” BUY PIZZAS ONE14”PIZZA GET ONE PIZZA ONLY £6.99 ” GARLIC BREAD WITH CHEESE up to the same value or PIZZA AND A BOTTLE OF COKE