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Can you spare 12 hours this summer?

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NG5 Arnold - helping hand - group directory

If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? Free listing for not-for-profit or a charity groups. Call us on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Breathe Easy Gedling - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. We meet the 2nd Tues each month from 1pm-3pm at the Scout Hut, Calverton Road, Arnold, NG5 8DP

Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to

others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information either ring Self Help UK 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone affected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who would like to meet with other women and men who have shared similar experiences. Meet 3rd Thursday monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115 8449484 or 07870 771326 or kymmiestroud@hotmail.com Nottingham Adult Sibling Group - do you have a brother or sister with life-long learning disability or autism? Would you like to meet others with similar experiences? Come along to our support group & gain information & support as a sibling. To register to attend the group visit www.sibs.org.uk Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-to-face advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or call 07973 113 882 Dyslexia Action, Nottingham - specialist tuition for literacy and numeracy for all ages. Full psychological assessments. Exam access arrangements. Awareness training for schools, colleges, work-based trainers and employers. Our Nottingham Office is based at 2 King Street, NG1 2AS. Please phone 0115 948 3849 for more information and a free consultation.

Recovery from Separation & Divorce Course - 8 wk course starting soon for anyone struggling with the effects of relationship breakdown. City centre location. Call Judy/Phil on 0115 779 1315 or e: judy.collinge@gracechurchnottingham.org 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 Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work.

For free 1-2-1 appointments & training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: eve@frameworkha.org Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE to people with terminal illness & their carers. For a few hours each week, trained volunteers will visit people in their homes offering companionship & support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or e: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more info.

Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5pm - 7pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Just turn up.

Bariatric Support Group Nottingham - Nottingham’s first support group for those who are waiting for, or have had

any type of bariatric surgery. Carers, friends and family welcome. We meet 2nd Tues of the month 7pm - 9pm at the Hyson Green Community Centre, 37a Gregory Boulevard, Hyson Green, NG7 6BE. For more info: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm Carer’s Support Group - meet alternate Fridays 10am - 12pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Sam or Alison: 0115 962 1153.

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 Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - we support people with any type of arthritis. We meet last Friday of each month at Sherwood Community Centre from 11am - 1pm. For more info call Muriel Weisz on 0115 920 9100 Take A Breather - for people with moderate to severe COPD. Every Tues 1pm-4pm at The Beacon, Birchfield Road, Arnold. Carers welcome. For more info call Rebecca on 0115 969 9060 or email: respiratory@rushcliffecvs.org.uk Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Richard on 07968 951872.

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

MS Society - Nottingham & District Branch Drop-in meeting, 2nd Wed monthly at Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. We meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS including carers & family. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or contact Doug for more info: Tel: 0115 966 3582 Nottingham Breast Cancer Support Group - Meet on 3rd Tuesday of each month at Nottingham City Hospital in the main waiting room at the Breast Institute from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Our aim is to offer emotional, mutual and practical support to each other, partners, family and friends. For more info call Jackie Wheeler on 01949 20460.

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 Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780.

Hard of Hearing/Deaf - Hard of Hearing Social Group (2nd and 4th Friday, 10am-2pm), Social Night (1st and

3rd Thursday, 7pm till late) and lip-reading classes (days and evening). For further details phone 0115 970 0516, text 07817275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk Nottingham Counselling Service - not-for-profit service providing high quality affordable counselling for anyone aged 16 & over in the Nottinghamshire area. Accredited services include individual, couples & employer assistance counselling. To find out more call 0115 950 1743 or email: info@nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk. Located at Unit 5, Victoria Centre, Kent St, NG1 3LZ. Open 9am-8pm weekdays. Minimal waiting times.

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

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Carewatch in Nottingham - a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. 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 Gdns, off Woodborough Road, 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 Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption.

Come along for a chat with our friendly adoption team between 6pm - 7.30pm at our West Bridgford office, 7 Colwick Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 5FR. For more info visit www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811 Over The Rainbow Parkinsons Support Group - support for ANYONE affected by Parkinsons Disease. Our aims are to enjoy life & have fun. Monthly meeting with buffet lunch 11am - 1pm, 2nd Saturday at Southwell. Email: overtherainbowuk@gmal.com or call Sandra & Michael on 01636 812399 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 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 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 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) FREE legal advice clinic - at the CORE centre, Calverton every Tues 9.30-12.30pm. Lauren is a specialist family resolution lawyer & offers a minimum 45 min confidential free meeting. Call Lauren on 07990 806086 or email: lauren@ focusfamilylaw.co.uk Contact the Elderly - are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Interested in volunteering? Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info.

SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over drinking, drugs & other addictions. Peer-led meetings held in Notts on Thurs evenings & Sat mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www. smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Info Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk Arnold Methodist Church Mental Health Drop In Centre - befriending & support for sufferers of mental health problems & their carers. We also offer crafts, games, information, refreshments, pastoral support & signposting. Open every Friday from 11am-2pm at Arnold Methodist Church, 54 Front St, Arnold. A warm, sympathetic welcome assured.

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 Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Tuesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by circumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Patisserie Valerie at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

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.

Chernobyl Children’s Life Line (CCLL) Nottingham - providing respite care holidays for children from Belarus & Ukraine who are affected by the ongoing consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Interested? Tel: 01949 842383 or email: ccllnottm116@aol.com or visit: www.ccll.org.uk/nottingham Dizzy Self Help Group - for anyone in Notts area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s meetings are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers & for mutual support. Meet at The City Mission, Parliament St. For more info ring Jeff on 0115 8451360.

Notts Peer to Peer Network - info for users of Mental Health services in Notts & their carers. Gateway Drop In, for mutual support, information, occasional outings and talks at St Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to 3.30pm. For more info email: mail@nottspeertopeernetwork.com or visit: www.nottspeertopeernetwork.com Aching Arms - is a charity that brings comfort following the loss of a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly after.

For more information visit www.achingarms.co.uk 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 Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 958 4278 from 9am to 9pm.

Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Sam or Alison on 0115 962 1153

ADHD - a support group for adults with ADHD. Meet 3rd Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115 982 2573 for more info.

Kings Money Advice Centre - offers free, impartial debt advice. Please go to www.k-mac.org.uk or phone 0115 920 7399.

Parkinson’s, Wilsons Disease & Similar Conditions - Tues drop in from 1pm to 4pm at Arnold Labour Club, 79A High St, Arnold. Relaxed, friendly environment. Play games, chat & make new friends. Free admission, buffet provided. For more info call Peter on 07782 113841

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Guide Dogs need My Guide volunteers to help blind and partially sighted people get out and about, raise their confidence and increase their independence.

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Heat Stroke In Dogs And Other Pets Andrew Draper from Oak House Veterinary Centre talks about looking after your pets during the summer.

controlled using intravenous fluids, nursing and drugs, especially if we can see the patient soon enough.

Late spring and early summer is a time when we often see cases of heat stroke and related problems such as heart failure or respiratory distress. This is due to owners being caught out by the variable weather and suddenly having a hot day out of the blue. We especially see problems with dogs kept in cars or in conservatories, where the environment magnifies the problem.

Prevention is always the best way to keep your pets safe and involves awareness from owners, never leaving pets in cars or behind glass when the temperature is very hot, always providing water, a shady spot and some ventilation for your pet. If you think they may be slightly overheating then use a water spray or wet cold towel to cool them down while providing a fan to help keep the air moving.

Also never work/over exercise your dog in hot weather- where possible wait until dusk and dawn to go for your walks and playtime.

Dogs are especially susceptible to heat stroke as unlike humans they only sweat from their feet, to cool down they have to be able to pant and also be able to drink water.

Signs of heat stroke can range from excessive breathlessness and listlessness through to full blown collapse and even death.

Certain breeds and pets are mores susceptible and extra care should be taken with elderly, overweight, dogs with pre-existing heart problems or breeds with shorter noses such as Bulldogs, but remember any dog or other pet can be effected.

Always carry some water and a bowl with you if you are exercising in hot weather and try to keep to shady walks such as in the woods rather than open spaces.

Enjoy the spring and summer but always be careful of heat stroke!

If you are concerned about heat stroke phone the vet immediately for advice and an emergency consultation, normally the hyperthermia can be

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pets Ginny: Hoping For A Home – At Last!

Introducing lovely Ginny – who is still waiting for a home a year after being rescued by local charity Animal Accident Rescue Unit.

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At 6 years old, she is extremely affectionate and, despite her rough start and a resulting sensitive tummy, she loves smoked salmon!

Like all the charity’s cats, Ginny was FIV/ FeLV-tested and is negative. She is spayed, flea and worm treated, micro-chipped, littertrained and vaccinated; her new owner is responsible for further vaccinations. The charity recommends cats are kept indoors for 6-8 weeks, for bonding with the new owner/home, and safely kept indoors at night.

To find out more about gorgeous Ginny, contact the Adoption Officer at admin@aaru. org.uk, who will reply as soon as possible.

All potential adoptions need a successful homecheck. Cats are not rehomed on or near busy roads, unless indoor-only.

The charity is volunteer-run, and needs more drivers and phone operators; to offer help contact Becky Campbell on 07522101619 or email admin@aaru.org.uk. To raise funds, there are monthly fairs full of bargains and refreshments; the next one is on Saturday 10 June 2-4pm, at Lowdham Village Hall, Main Street, Lowdham NG14 7BD. Anyone finding an animal needing emergency transport to a vet should leave a detailed message on 0115-9321555. For all rescued animals needing homes, see www. animalaccident.org.uk.

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Live & Let Pie PIE & MASH TAKE AWAY

There’s something a bit different going on in Arnold. An independent, family run Pie and Mash shop!

Delivery is an option too for a small extra charge, plus there is a small amount of seating inside if you’d rather eat in.

The owners, David and Sarah, with help from David’s daughter Paige, set this business up last December after working within industries that did not excite them.

They decided to go for it and fulfil their passion for cooking and their long time ambition to open a pie shop.

We thought that these pies were better than homemade! No cooking! No washing up! Great value! Enjoyed by us adults and the kids alike. Basically, fresh home cooked food at your convenience!

Definitely worth a try!

All pies are freshly baked on the premises daily with the best quality ingredients.

We ordered steak and ale pie and chicken, ham and mushroom pie. The pies were loaded with chunky, tender meat and had a lovely crusty pastry. As a family meal deal, these came with creamy mash and a choice of mushy peas or garden peas and scrummy onion gravy.

The meal deals are £15 for 2 adults and 2 children for pies and also for Sunday dinners. There is certainly plenty for everyone.

Other flavour pies on offer are chicken balti, sweet potato and feta, and minced beef and onion.

Also on the menu is slow cooked beef brisket chilli (including a vegetarian chilli), lamb shanks and faggots. There are daily specials to watch out for so keep your eye on their specials board or facebook page.

The Sunday dinners to takeaway are proving popular with a choice of beef brisket, roast chicken or slow cooked pulled pork.

To finish off your meal they do a classic apple pie and custard or an assortment of Ben & Jerry’s Ice cream.

David is keen to receive any feedback to help them improve the menu as they want to make sure they offer what their customers want. As well as a weekly competition, there are already lots of great comments on facebook. A good sign!!

Their passion for their business is clear, their pies are lovely, so we wish them every success, they deserve it!

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Have Your Fill From Nature’s Larder Foraging has, of course, been a part of the human eating experience from the beginning, but in modern times you are more likely to pop to your local supermarket or, if you’re feeling adventurous, to your local farmers’ market for your supply of veg, fruit and salad than you are to grab a bag and head into the woodlands and hedgerows.

But in recent years the appetite for foraging has grown in strength, as people enjoy the authenticity of local, seasonal, usually indigenous and, of course, free, food.

So in demand has foraged produce become, wild mushrooms in particular, that some places have banned people from picking for personal use altogether, as restaurants and markets have employed those in the know to hunt out the best sites or have turned a blind eye to their sources and picking has been on an almost industrial scale, spoiling the fun for the rest of us.

But there is still much to be found in the English countryside, if you just take the time to look. The pièce de résistance of foraging for many is the amazing array of wild mushrooms and fungi that appear from late summer to late autumn. I used to go mushroom hunting a lot when I was younger, morels, chanterelles, field mushrooms and boletes, but I find as I’ve got older I have

become increasingly risk averse and am no longer prepared to take a chance on mistaking my innocuous field mushroom for the deadly similar Deathcap. Whilst there isn’t much to beat wild fungi on the flavour front, I strongly recommend you only gather them with a qualified expert at your side, or better still, pop to a local market and find the farmed versions.

Even without mushrooms though, you’ll find a host of edible species in the fields, woods and hedgerows from early spring to late autumn, favourites such as elderflower and wild garlic, nettles, blackberries, sloes and rosehips and the less well known wild sorrel, mallow and fat hen - perfect for creating your own salads, cordials, jams, beers and soups, pretty much for free.

There are rules though! Never pick or eat anything you are unsure of, if in doubt, leave well alone, only take from plentiful supplies and never dig up or remove any kind of plant, take only what you intend to eat and always seek permission from the landowner if you are on private land. You can find further advice from the Woodland Trust on-line. If you do fancy dipping into nature’s larder though, here are a few really simple recipes to get you started.

Abby Brennan is a former café-owner, food writer, speaker and small/start-up food-business mentor.

You can find her blog at fishwifeskitchen.com

Wild Garlic and Nettle Soup (April/May)

Elderflower Cordial (June/July)

Bramble Jam (August/ September)

Play around with the recipe as you see fit, a dash of white wine and/ or double cream (at the end) make great additions. (Caution, unless you know you are gathering “dead nettles” with the white or purple flowers, make sure you wear gloves, the sting goes once the nettles are cooked but not before!)

Ingredients 2.5 kg white caster sugar 2 lemons (unwaxed or washed, zested and sliced) 20 fresh elderflower heads (trim off the stalks) 85g citric acid (most chemists sell this)

Ingredients 450g brambles (wild blackberries), rinsed well.

450g white granulated sugar (blackberries can be low in pectin so you might what to improve your chances of a good set by using “jam sugar” which has pectin added) Juice of 1 large lemon.

Ingredients (serves 4-6) 1 tbsp vegetable oil 25g butter 1 onion finely diced 1 leek, 1 celery stick & 1 carrot finely diced (the last optional) 1 small potato, peeled and diced Approx 1 ltr of good chicken or veg stock Roughly 300g young nettle leaves (washed) Roughly 200g wild garlic leaves (washed) 3 tbsp milk Method Heat oil & butter in a large pan, add onion & potato (& other veg if using) add a generous pinch of salt, stir well & allow to sweat for around 15 - 20 mins on a low heat.

Add stock & simmer for 10 mins then add nettles (in batches) and garlic leaves. Simmer for a couple of minutes.

Remove from the heat & blend using a stick blender. Return to the heat & add milk (or cream). Season to taste.

You can also use the young wild garlic stems as a side dish, simply place in a pan with a tight fitting a lid, add a splash of water & a knob of butter & let the stems & leaves steam for a few minutes until wilted.

(makes about 4 litres)

Method Put sugar & 1.5 litres water into a large saucepan. Heat gently (without boiling) until all sugar is dissolved.

Bring the pan to a boil then remove from the heat.

Gently rinse the flowerheads in a washing-up bowl or bucket to remove any dirt & insects, shake off the excess water & add the flowers, lemon slices, zest & citric acid to the syrup. Stir well, cover & leave to infuse for 24 hrs.

Line a colander with a clean tea-towel or piece of muslin & place over a large bowl, ladle in the syrup and allow to drip slowly through. Discard any bits and then use a funnel to fill freshly sterilised bottles. The cordial will keep for about 4 weeks in the fridge. Add to soda water or sparkling white wine for a refreshing summer drink.

(should make a couple of jars)

Method Put the brambles in a pan & add the lemon juice, simmer gently for around 15mins. When the fruit is cooked, add the sugar & cook over a low heat until the sugar has dissolved.

Turn the heat up & bring to a boil, keep at a rolling boil, & keep stirring for around 15 minutes until setting point is reached. (Either a temp of 104.5C or when a spoonful of jam dropped on a freezing cold saucer wrinkles and sets when pushed with your finger).

Fill your sterilised jars with the jam, seal & allow to cool before storing in the fridge.

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Welcoming isn't the word, this place is marvellous. The staff were great, the food delicious and the decor modern and inviting. The kids (6 & 8) were spoilt with paper chef's hats to colour, stickers and sweets on top of the usual kids menu to colour and crayons which kept them occupied and happy throughout the whole meal.

Wildwood are a small collection of restaurants that serve freshly prepared food with a European theme. As the name might suggest they are very conscious of their social and environmental responsibilities with regards to the food they source, how their restaurants are run and the work they do in the local community. In fact they protect 1 acre of rain forest per year per restaurant, so right now they are protecting 19 acres!!

We started our meal with Toasted Focaccia Bread (£3.95), ‘melt in the mouth’ Meatballs with tomato sauce and melted cheese (£5.65) and the Baked Mushrooms with melted gorgonzola cheese, spinach, walnuts and focaccia (£5.95) absolutely delicious. For mains the kids chose Breaded Chicken, Chips and Peas (£5.95 with a dessert) from the kids menu, with real chicken strips they went down a treat. My teenager decided on the Margherita Pizza (£7.75) which was absolutely amazing as it was cooked in a

proper pizza oven and reminded us of Italy. Brett had the Sirloin Steak (£15.95) which was cooked to perfection and served with a delicious peppercorn sauce. I went for the Wild Boar & Chorizo Burger(£11.65) with jalapenos and mayo, it was absolutely scrummy and a great twist on a classic.

We were all suitably stuffed but couldn't resist the desserts! The kids had ice cream as part of the kids menu and were spoilt again with cones, sprinkles, sauce and marshmallows! Brett chose the Mixed Berry Crumble (£5.50) from the specials board which was delicious and being a chocoholic I had the Chocolate Honeycomb Fudgecake (£5.75) which was divine and I will definitely be returning but not just for that!

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Nottingham BikeWorks Roles Out New C&G Bike Mechanic Courses N o t - f o r - p r o f i t organisation, Nottingham BikeWorks are delighted to roll out a new training provision from highly regarded training body, City and Guilds.

Executive Director, Tom Barber was himself inspired to learn a new skill and take a career change; his love for bikes, resulted in him quitting his 9-5 and opting for a vocation of passion. “I’ve always cycled everywhere and been interested in bikes” says Tom. “So when the idea to start Nottingham BikeWorks gathered momentum it seemed too good an opportunity to miss.”

Tom and co-founder Anthony Hopwood, had a clear desire to help disadvantaged children and adults in the local community learn new, practical and usable skills around bicycle repair and maintenance.

These hands-on courses have gone from strength to strength since being rolled out in 2015, and the new City and Guilds offerings are another big step down this path.

NBW offers 3 C&G courses: Entry Level 3 suitable for those with little or no experience; the more advanced Level 1; and finally Level 2. This 10 day course is a recognised professional, industry standard qualification.

To ensure the centre could meet the standards of City and Guilds, Nottingham BikeWorks called upon neighbouring bicycle brand Raleigh, who helped to supply the workshop with 12 identical Raleigh Strada 3, specially selected for their reliability and quality. These bikes will be stripped down and rebuilt multiple times so NBW needed a bike that would stand the test of time.

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St Valentines Ball Raises Over £7000

Mapperley and Arnold Rotary Club enjoyed a very successful fund raising event at Colwick Hall to celebrate St Valentines night.

Over 200 people supported the masked ball helping to raise funds for President Lloyd's chosen charity - FOREVER STARS. The picture above shows President Lloyd with guest of honour, BBC East Midlands TV presenter, Anne Davies.

Anne is a patron of FOREVER STARS and showed her skills throughout the evening becoming involved in the fund raising.

Many club members worked hard at the event ably led by Neil Stevenson and incoming President Richard Shacklock to ensure all who attended enjoyed the event.

Coupled with the club's Golf Day, over £13,000 has been raised to help provide a new suite at the Nottingham City Hospital maternity unit to help parents suffering the trauma of having stillborn births.

Competition Winners Congratulations to: J Davis who won theatre tickets; A Burrows who won £25 cash; A Baxter who won a £50 meal; S Naylor, J Gordon, K Kennedy, W Conibear & G Middlemass who won cinema tickets.

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9 Things Not To Do At Interview Whilst there is lots of information out there regarding what to do at interview I thought I’d look at it from the opposite perspective. What are the things you probably shouldn’t do? Do Not...

1. Present your nerves: As a potential employee you need to present yourself as capable and confident.

Interviewers are always aware that the situation is stressful for candidates but also expect those nerves to be under control.

2. Dominate the conversation: Some people are good listeners and others are good talkers. What we’re looking for at interview is the ability to do both. Again nerves can play a large part in personal presentation so take a deep breath and be calm. Don’t ever talk across the interviewer it will come across as rude.

3. Forget about fashion: When you’ve secured the job and can see for yourself what the everyday dress code is then you can react accordingly. For interview you need to project smart and professional in order to have a positive impact. An interview is never the right place to express your individuality.

4. Boast, even subtly: Appearing confident at an interview is necessary, but being over-confident could be a stumbling block. This can happen when candidates are referred by another employee or HR and they mistakenly assume that the job is theirs already and that interviewing is merely a formality. Mention your achievements with good grace not arrogance.

5. Criticize others: Never ever demean past connections. Don’t bad mouth about your former employer or workplace. It’s bad practice and will also flag up loyalty questions with the interviewer.

6. Start looking for perks: There’s a time and place to raise questions regarding holidays, sick leave or family emergencies. Your first interview is not the time or the place unless introduced as topics by the interviewer. Employers are not looking for candidates who ae focused on their holidays – they’re looking for candidates who are focused on doing the job well.

7. Refuse to commit: Don’t be flimsy in your responses – don’t forget that as much as you may want the opportunity it has to suit you too. Answer questions honestly and openly.

8. Be dishonest: Wasting your time and the interviewer’s by being dishonest is a really bad idea. Whilst presenting an excellent version of yourself at interview is necessary most interviewers are experienced enough to gauge quite quickly candidates who are not genuine or completely honest.

9. Fail to Prepare: Yes it might be your fifth interview in as many weeks but don’t ever neglect to do your research on a company before interview. There is so much information available on the internet that there’s simply no excuse for not finding out about the organisation and preparing some questions for the interviewer accordingly. Websites like LinkedIn and Glassdoor are a good source of background information.

If you are applying for roles through an employment business such as SOLOS then your recruiter should also help you prepare for interview. Here at SOLOS we see candidates as extensions to our business and always aim to ensure they represent us well. © Helen Jones hjones@solosconsultants.co.uk

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Radcliffe Male Voice Choir travelled to Norwich in April, in time for a rehearsal in the City’s grand Norman Cathedral. They performed a 50 minute lunchtime recital in the Sanctuary. Friday evening was spent by some in the snug at the Hotel with some informal singing. On Saturday morning they joined their hosts, the Norwich Phoenix MVC for a joint practice. In the evening they joined their host choir in a concert in which both MDs featured (new conductor Paul Hayward and the Phoenix choir’s Sarah Sheldrake) and several joint numbers were sung. The concert was exceptionally well received.

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We continue to enjoy our singing as we go from strength to strength with an ever increasing reportoire of pop and rock songs. We rehearse on Wednesdays, 7.158.45pm at Underwood Church.

We recently sang in the Broadmarsh Shopping Centre where we raised £318 for our charity The Alhzeimers Society!

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Come and join us at one of our next events planned: Sat July 8th Underwood Festival during the afternoon Sun July 16th Patchings Arts Festival Sat July 22nd 7pm at Brinsley St James the Great Church as part of the church’s Great Weekend Sept 22nd 7pm at St Mary’s Church Eastwood to help celebrate their Golden Anniversary. We look forward to this joint concert with Eastwood Collieries Male Voice Choir.

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Bingham Choral Society to launch bursary and prize

In the autumn Bingham Choral Society will launch a bursary and prize, to be awarded to an outstanding candidate aged 23 or under, who seeks to make a career in classical music. The bursary, donated by our Patron Mr. John Beaumont and his wife Barbara, will be worth £500. The winner will be expected to use the bursary money to advance their musical education.

The prize will be the opportunity to take part in one of the Choir’s future concerts.

Full details, including information on how to enter, will be available shortly on the choir’s website, www.binghamchoral.org. uk There will be a non-refundable entry fee of £10.

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

Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Why not join Bestwood Male Voice Choir? Come to a rehearsal, no obligation or pressure, Tues from 7.30pm-9.30pm at Hucknall URC Church, Farleys Grove, NG15 6FG. For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied.

Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets to play together on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. During the year we arrange concerts to support charities. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 standard or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis.sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details.

Sherwood Chorus - is a friendly, relaxed group of people who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at the Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Please email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com to ensure up-todate details and for further information.

Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available.

Phone 0115 931 3965 or www.saturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www. lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing? Come and join us. Wednesdays 7.30pm 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www. carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook. com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - very warmly welcomes new members, all abilities. No auditions, no need to read music. Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Mon, 8-9.30pm, term time only. For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732.

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

Trent Valley Singers -a friendly mixed choir. Meet Thurs 1.30-3.30pm at Burton Joyce Comm.Church Hall.

We sing a varied programme from classical to show songs. No auditions.

Ability to read music not required. Call Heather 0115 844 0872 or Marjorie 0115 931 3965.

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

Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock RnB. Now on Tues 7pm-9pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959. www. yourcommunitychoir.com Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Saturdays 10am-11am. Eastwood Town Hall, 120 Nottingham Rd, NG16 3GD. For more info call Charlotte on 07581 020959.

Lyrical soNGbirds - Small, friendly women’s choir for experienced or new singers. Currently have vacancies for sopranos & altos. Meet Tues 10am-12 (term time)Bramcote Methodist Church, NG9 3HB. Just turn up or call Viv 01159 332677/viviennehavery@aol.com

LEND US A TENOR! Carlton Male Voice Choir have vacancies in all singing sections but are actively recruiting TENORS in particular. If you sing for another choir and are looking for something else in addition or even if you are looking to join your very first choir, then please pop over to a Wednesday 7.30pm rehearsal at Gedling Road Methodist Church. We are a large choir of all ages, we aim for a high standard and sing a wide and varied repertoire from the traditional to the modern. Singing with us is great fun, challenging and very, very rewarding! For more info call Roland 01159 874941 or visit www.carltonmvc.org. Next few concerts: June 3rd - Christ Church, Chilwell, June 10th - Bulwell Baptist Church, Coventry Rd, June 24th - St Helen’s Church, Selston, July 18th - Richard Herod Centre, Carlton & July 29th Gedling Rd Methodist Church, Carlton.

Cranmer Company of Singers' Good Friday Come & Sing raised £1908.35 for Tearfund Syrian Refugee Appeal.

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Updates on new events are added regularly. For the full schedule sign up to our What’s On email alerts at www.gedling.gov.uk/arts or visit www.gedling.gov.uk/keepmeposted

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Pondhills Lane Community Centre Assett Transfer Pondhills Lane Community Centre is a former school, located on Pondhills Lane, Arnold, backing onto Calverton Road close to St Mary’s church. The Arts Wing is run by Gedling Borough Arts Association (GBAA). It is home to groups such as Arnold Arts Society, Arnold Camera Club, The Nottingham Guild of Magicians, The Prospect Players, Reason Academy of Dance.

The community centre is available for hire for parties and functions. Arnold Arts Society regularly hold their Art Exhibitions here, and The Craft Group, White Tiger Kickboxing Academy and The Women’s Institute are regular users.

What is Asset Transfer?

Faced with continued budget reductions Gedling Borough Council has been exploring transferring centres such as Pondhills Lane to the management of community groups such as the GBAA in order to reduce costs but keep valuable assets open. The GBAA are hoping to take on Pondhills Lane, keeping it for the community.

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We need the support of the local community if the transfer is to go ahead.

You can help by offering a few hours of your time. We need a wide range of skills and experience to make this a success, from administrative to DIY, everybody has something that they could offer.

To find out more please email annecrosbie@me.com or come along to our Open weekend 21st-23rd July.

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Arnold 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 (under 125 characters) per edition.

Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Arnold WI - meets 1st Tuesday monthly at Pondhills Community Centre at 7.30pm. New members welcome.Contact

0115 916 8806. Website: arnoldwi.weebly.com Arnold Local History Group - all new visitors or members welcome. We meet 3rd Tuesday of the month with a break in July, August & December. Meetings at Bonington House (Labour Club), High St, Arnold. Details: www.arnold-history-group.org.

Email: alhgroupo@gmail.com or tel: 0115 920 0626 or write to:144 Surgeys Lane, Arnold, NG5 8GB Prospect Players - meet at 7.30pm on Tues & Fri at the Pondhills Lane Community Centre, Arnold from September to May. For more info call Fiona Shaw on 07984 987216 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 St Marys Tea Dance - every Friday 1.30pm - 3.30pm at St Marys Church, Calverton Rd, Arnold. Call 916 8928 or 920 1373 Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at The Vale Hotel, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook. Speaker & lunch. Do come along and meet a group of very interestimg, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com Woodthorpe W.I - welcomes all women to their meetings held at the Good Shepherd Church Hall on Thackerays Lane.

Meetings are held at 7.30 p.m. on the first Monday of the month except January or Bank Holidays. Please contact the Secretary, Glenis on 0115 956 2823 for information about the programme of talks and visits.

New Life Friendship Club - for active over 50’s. Full programme of events each month - (daytime only) day trips, theatre, strolls, walks, meals out, places of interest. For further details contact Joan 929 0902, www.newlifenotts.org.uk or email: newlife.notts@virginmedia.com St Mary’s Womens Fellowship - meet at St Mary’s Family Centre every other Tuesday evening 7.30pm-9pm. We have a wide variety of speakers. New members welcome. For further details & programme call Margaret Burgess on 926 8581.

Nottinghack - a place where you can make anything. Free open evening 6.30-9.30pm every Wed at Unit F6, BizSpace, Roden House Business Centre, Nottingham, NG3 1JH. For more info visit: www.nottinghack.org.uk 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 Arnold Branch Royal British Legion - monthly meetings are held every 2nd Sunday in the month. At the Victory Club, Church Drive (opposite Sainsburys). Starts at 12.15pm. For more info contact John Todd on 0115 926 5244.

Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston,

NG9 2FF. 7pm - 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. Meet at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG on the 4th Tues monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365.

The Nottingham Mechanics - 3 North Sherwood St, Nottingham, NG1 4EZ. A centre for everyone. Meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. A host of groups to join including music, Writers’ Club, Poetry Society, Family History, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. For membership details contat: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 Card Club - Are you an old hand at card games or want to give it a go? Come & learn Tichu, a card game for 4 people; more strategic than poker, less complex than Bridge & great fun. We meet every 2 or 3 weeks in a relaxed & non-competetive atmosphere. All ages welcome. For further details contact sarah.mulholland@gmx.de Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small and friendly walking club for single people born in the 1950s and 1960s.

We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more information visit www. bootlace-buddies.org.uk Friends of Nottingham Museums - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in Studio 1, Nottingham Castle. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734 Mapperley and District U3A - meets 10am, 4th Thursday in the month at Mapperley Plains Recreation & Social Club on Plains Road, Mapperley. For more info call 07913 399362 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.

Nova - new friends for single people. Call at the Mapperley Plains Social Club, Mapperley Top, Thursdays from 8pm & pick up our programme of monthly social events. For info: www.novanottingham.co.uk or phone Paul on 07973 872213.

Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 8.30pm at The Lion, Mosely St, NG7 7FQ. No membership fees, no playing fees. The Lion is a Real Ale Pub. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info.

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 Jenny on 01623 491331.

Chair Based Exercise - new members welcome. Free weekly classes at 1.45pm Tuesdays & seated yoga class Thurs 2pm-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton. Call 0115 847 0551 for info on our other classes.

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Arnold Townswomens Guild - meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7pm in the Meeting Rooms of Arnold Library.

New members are always welcome. For more details please contact 0115 960 2596 or bl_hales@hotmail.co.uk City of Nottingham Probus Club - a club for men over 65, meeting at The New Mechanics Institute, North Sherwood St, Notts on 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10am, meetings start at 10.30am. Interesting talks on many subjects plus optional lunch. Just turn up or call Robin on 0115 916 4774 or email: r.west8@ntlworld.com 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.

Arnold & District Camera Club - meet every 2 weeks on Thurs eve at Pond Hills Community Centre. Photography skills from the complete beginner to the accomplished amateur. For more info visit www.arnoldanddistrictcameraclub.org.uk Nottingham Oddfellows - are you lonely & want to get out and meet people in a social & friendly atmosphere? Come along & meet us on the first Friday monthly @ 11am - Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North Sherwood St, NG1 4EZ. For more info call Karen on 01949 843727 or karen.pye-smith@oddfellows.co.uk. All welcome.

Nottingham City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU entrance opposite former Fiveways pub. Meet Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. Suitable for all ages. New members welcome, first 3 vists free.

Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk Woodcarving Club - Tuesdays: 1.30 - 3.30pm & 7 - 9pm at Sherbrook Scout Camp, Mansfield Lane, Calverton (Sept to mid-June). Small friendly group, beginners very welcome. Tools & tuition provided. Contact Brian - 0115 841 6996

Bulwell Foresters Archery Club - we are a small, friendly group that cater for anyone interested in target archery from 9 - 90

years! Pop along any Sunday 11am-2.30pm to Bestwood Road Sports Social Club, NG6 8UA or visit: www.bulwellforesters. co.uk or call 07983 518915 for more information.

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.

Arnold Branch of the U3A - for retired or semi-retired people. Meet at 1.30pm on the 1st Tuesday of the month at Arnold Methodist Church - www.arnoldu3a.org or Pat Jackson: patjackson181@hotmail.co.uk 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 01949 358154.

Nottingham Flower Club - Invites you to discover a new talent by joining us on a Thursday evening at the Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY. For dates of meetings contact Jane Walden - 0115 937 5343.

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 10.30-12pm followed by lunch 12.30-2.30pm at Masonic Hall, West Bridgford. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org French speaking group - French speakers, native or not, meet monthly at various venues in & around Nottingham to keep up with the language. Good conversation French required. Join our group on Facebook: “The Nottingham Frogs” or email sylvaindrouhot@hotmail.com. A bientot.

Soroptimist International - a group of women who meet 1st & 3rd Monday monthly at Willoughby Hall, Notts University Main Campus. We carry out projects to support women & girls at local & international level. Join us for fun, friendship & to help with these projects. For more info & contact: http://sigbi.org/nottingham Making Tracks Walking Group - is for single adults aged 40+ who share a love for the outdoors. We walk every Sunday throughout the year in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Leicestershire. Own transport essential. For more information visit: www.walkwithmakingtracks.org.uk. All new members welcome.

Gedling Round Table - we are a group of ordinary guys who get to do extraordinary things. Members have the chance to embrace life to the full& in turn support their local community. Do more. Learn more. For more info contact Daniel Hayes on 07889 725 836 or email: secretary@hucknallroundtable.co.uk.

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.

Calverton Cricket Club - welcomes players of all ages. Indoor nets on Thursday evenings at Nottingham High School have now started. Contact Derek Pickering on 07989 180499, tweet to @calvertoncc or visit www.calvertoncc.co.uk for more information.

Coffee Morning - every Tuesday - 10am til 1pm. Refreshments and a good old chat. New Testament Church, 173-175 Carlton Road, NG3 2FX.

Arnold Ladies - Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday, monthly. Time: 7.30pm at the Arnold Leisure Centre.

Speakers & outings. New members welcome.

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 Mapperley & Arnold Rotary Club - meet Wednesdays@ 6.30pm at Mapperley Golf Club. For more info contact the secretary Peter Radford on 0115 966 3385

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every Thursday 2-4pm at Arnold United Reformed Church, Calverton Rd (opp. Surgeys Lane). Everyone welcome for an afternoon of craft & chatter. For info contact Val Moore on 0115 956 3843.

Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society - meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wednesday of the month at St Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village. Bus no.30/parking at rear. For more info. call Angela Gilbert 0115 928 3414 or see website www.spanglefish.com/WollatonHistorical Daybrook Bowls Club - friendly club, 4 league teams together with social bowling. Functions throughout the year. New members welcome. Green: Sir John Robinson Way, Daybrook (behind Sainsbury’s car park). Contact 0115 926 2705 or 0115 952 5692 Nottingham Writers’ Club - meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (evenings) monthly in the city centre. We welcome everyone who loves to write - aspiring, published or unpublished - and all genres are catered for. For information please contact Phil on 0115 938 4098 Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm March - Oct. at The Dynamo House off Park Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8ZA. Nov - Feb at St Mark’s Church, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UU. To see what we get up to go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: secretary@bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk Ellenismos Greek Dancing - Monday evenings 8pm-9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New members welcome, call Margaret on 01332 391608 or email: m.beedham@ntlworld.com Mapperley Knit & Natter Club - first Monday of each month. 6.45 - 9pm at Killisick Comm. Centre, Arnold, NG5 8DB. New members welcome. For more information call Ann Mathews on 0115 927 9365.

Kindred Spirits Notts - Many social activities a month in & around Nottinghamshire, including coffee mornings, day trips & exercise classes. There are no fees. Find out more by calling 0115 844 0011.

Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Monday of every month at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website: www.nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Gedling Local Members’ Group - meets regularly throughout the year for local walks & hosts an informative talks programme each autumn/winter in Burton Joyce. For details of activities & events please visit: www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/category/gedling or contact Gay Wood on 0115 920 5940 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.

Phoenix Friendship Clubs, Nottingham Locksley - Tues evening is DANCE NIGHT. Put your glad rags on and join us. Have fun and keep fit. Entry £3.50. Try for 3 weeks then if you like it, annual membership £5, then £3 per week. At Oakleigh Lodge, 11 Highbury Rd, NG6 9DD. For more info: Arthur 07775 725670 or Trish 07816 216418. EVERYONE WELCOME Woodthorpe Huffers & Puffers Running Club - for all abilities - 2 miles to marathon! Meet at Thackerays Lane Park (behind Vale pub) 3 times a week. Learn to Run courses if you are new to running as well as walking group. See website for details: ww.woodthorpehuffersandpuffers.co.uk Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers - every Tues morning 7 - 8.30am (except bank holidays)at The Town House, 1-5 High St, Arnold, NG5 7DA. For more info call 07939 899 213.

Get Going In Gedling - provides volunteer-led short health walks most days of the week. If you enjoy walking and socialising, how about joining us. These walks are a great way to start exercising in a safe and supportive environment.

For more info call Fiona Hextall on 0115 901 3635 or visit www.gedling.gov.uk and search for Get Going in Gedling.

Engineering - anyone interested in starting a small group for engineers of any ability or background. To meet once a week to discuss workshop topics, engineering problems, inventions, experimental work & practice machining. I have an extensive workshop with machine tools etc. If you are interested & have any ideas email Tom: notintone678@gmail.com Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tues every other month (Jan, March, May, July, Sept) 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room. Entrance fee. Refreshments. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068.

Seated Yoga Class - Thursdays 2-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton. Free. New members very welcome. Call 0115 847 0551 or just turn up!

Killisick Autumn Club - every Tues 9.30am - 11am at Killisick Comm Centre, Killisick Road. For info call 0115 956 8575.

The Nottingham Group of the Hardy Plant Society - welcomes everyone interested in plants & gardening. Meet 2nd Friday monthly from Sept-April at St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford. Doors open @ 7pm for a 7.30pm start. For more info visit: www.nottmhps.org.uk, email: hps.nottingham.group@gmail.com or call Carol on 0115 914 2474 Nottingham Playgoers - Interested in Theatre? We read the plays, visit the theatre & discuss them afterwards. Very friendly group meeting Tues evenings 7-9pm, Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nott’ham. Contact Sue Cullen on 0115 847 8423.

Nottingham CHA Walking Group - would like to invite new members to local weekday or weekend walks further afield.

For more details please call 0115 927 4869 or email: margnewell11@virginmedia.com.

Keep Fit Association - exercise for mature ladies. At Mapperley Community Centre every Tues 10.30am from Sept 6th.

For more info 07979 866406 or 0115 943 0403 Walking - are you interested in doing “self lead” walks? Up to 5-6 miles. Local or other. Choose a walk from book or web, turn up & follow together. Car owner/driver preferable to share transport/driving. Kindness, honesty & respect essential. No fees other than fuel cost contribution to driver. Please contact: happywalking9560@yahoo.com for info.

Nottingham Folk Dance Group - meets Tues at .7.15pm at Lambley Village Hall, Lambley Primary School, Catfoot Ln, Lambley, NG4 4QF. New members, singles & couples welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Mary Hill: 0115 967 3878 or visit www.nfdg.org.uk Short Mat Carpet Bowls - come and join us on Mondays 10am - 12noon, 12.30pm-2.30pm & Wednesdays 10am-12noon at The Beacon, Birchfield Rd, Arnold. All standards are welcome, especially beginners. Cost £4 per session. For more info call Geoff 07733 411193 or Arthur 0115 840 8358

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HIIT stands for High Intensity Interval Training. It can be a combination of or an individual exercise performed for a stated period with short rest intervals to break the intensity up followed by a short 1 to 2-minute rest. HIIT training is designed to push your heart and respiratory rate above an endurance level creating something called EPOC, excess post oxygen consumption. It is basically in short, the body taking in more than needed amounts of oxygen triggering fat stores to be used for energy.

Here is an example of a HIIT circuit that can be performed either in a gym or at home.

HIIT Circuit • 15-20 minutes’ total time (see how long you can last with maximum effort) • 4 minute rounds – within these 4 minutes you work flat out on each exercise for 20 seconds with a 10 second rest • Each 4-minute round should have 8 x 20 seconds of exercise.

This also creates a continuous reaction for a period after exercise where the body will look to replace the depleted energy store by breaking fat down to fuel the body until the body starts to receive carbohydrates to bring the blood sugar levels back up.

• After each 4-minute round take a 2-minute recovery break, as soon as the 2 minutes are up you start the next exercise.

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Did you know that gum disease & plaque build-up are often the most common cause of tooth decay and eventual tooth loss? Around 80% of adults and more than half of teenagers are affected by gum disease. It is the biggest cause of tooth loss and linked to several major health conditions such as heart disease, stroke and bacterial lung infections.

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Walks Several walks are planned, some of which start from Nottingham by public transport (that’s my kind of walk) to places of particular interest. In June there’s a walk from Bonsall to Rowsley in Derbyshire, in July, a walk from Knowle to Packwood House(NT), in August it’s Crich Stand to Cromford Mill, and finally, in September, Greetham to Edith Weston via Rutland Water.

Holidays The short walking holiday in May has become a popular annual event. This year members will enjoy the beauty of Tintern and the Wye Valley. Two other holidays are planned: one in June - ‘Southern Delights’ will explore Hayling Island and Hampshire, while the break in September offers an opportunity to visit Lancashire Hotspots – in particular the Hotspots of Manchester!

Garden Group Visits planned for this popular group include Thoresby Hall Gardens and Chatsworth RHS Flower Show.

Local and Family History Group In addition to the delights listed above this group offers visits to Ruddington Museums, Stoneywell, the charming recently acquired Arts and Crafts house in Leicestershire (NT), and Beauvale Priory in Nottinghamshire.

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Donations As supporters of National Trust, members are delighted to be able to donate to various properties in need. In 2017 the following sums will be given to NT properties in the East Midlands: To Belton House - £700.00 towards the purchase of two urns and plinths for the gardens.

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To Monksthorpe Chapel, Gunby, Lincs. - £1120.00 towards restoration of the baptistry The National Trust Nottingham Centre is a friendly organisation: visitors are always welcome to talks, which take place at the Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham.

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Are you beach ready? might be asking yourself, what does a You psychotherapist know about getting beach ready?

Surely someone who deals with matters of the mind isn’t going to be of much use in helping me to look good in a bikini? You’d be quite right – there are other people far more knowledgeable than me in matters of diet and exercise to help you look your best on the beach if that is what you want to do. I am speaking to the rest of you. Those of you who would maybe like to put in the time and effort to diet and exercise but know that realistically, that’s probably not going to happen this year. Should you resign yourself to buying a cheap tent from Decathlon and wearing that on the beach?No. I firmly believe that everyone has the right to feel comfortable in their own skin, no matter what size they are, no matter whether they have scars, stretch marks, folds of skin or any of the other bodily attributes that tend to get airbrushed out of media coverage. That doesn’t mean that if you wish to change your shape or lose weight that you shouldn’t try to do that - just that it doesn’t help you to feel bad about yourself right now. Very few people manage to make positive changes to their lifestyles or their lives by beating themselves up and tearing themselves to shreds. In actual fact, that is more likely to get in the way of positive change – after all, who feels like doing something positive for themselves after taking a verbal battering?

One of the most important things you can do for your own body confidence is forget all about the images that you get fed through the media every single day. Those images are not a true reflection of how real people look – even the people in those

images don’t look like that in real life. The images are so digitally manipulated – stretched, slimmed down, every single human flaw edited out at the click of a mouse – that you will never be able to achieve that in real life and will only make yourself miserable trying. Nobody is perfect, not even the models that smile down on us from the billboards, and you will find it much easier to be at ease with yourself physically if you no longer try to live up to such unrealistic standards.

In reality, when you are sat on the beach in your swimsuit, no one will actually be paying as much attention to you as you think they are. We tend to think that everyone is looking at us, most likely thinking negative thoughts about how we look or what we are doing, but really those people are doing exactly what you are doing, sat there wondering what everyone is thinking of them in their swimsuit.

The truth is, most people are usually too busy thinking about their own stuff and their own lives to be paying too much attention to you and your life.

Just to finish, whilst writing this article I came across a great tip for body confidence and I love it. The tip is... smile more. If you catch someone looking your way, give them a big smile as though you are brimming with confidence – not only will the other person think that you are indeed brimming with confidence, you will make yourself feel better too. Wear what you like on the beach as long as you wear it with a huge smile and spend more time having fun and enjoying your life than worrying about what you look like.

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Furthermore, if carbohydrate sources are replaced with large amounts of animal protein, it may lead to the formation of kidney stones (4). This effect can be counteracted somewhat by increasing water intake.

The thing about carbs

Don’t settle for a diet plan, upgrade your Whether it’s “no carbs before Marbs” or a general need for weight loss, low carbohydrate diets are fast health instead becoming the latest way to shift those stubborn pounds.

What does it look like Is there substance behind this method or is it just another trendy fad of the weight loss industry?Registered nutritional therapist, Evatrends Humphries, mBANT, With the rise of food such DipION, as “eating clean” CNCH, gives the low down on behind and “lean in us15”, nutrition is the fastscience becoming a the hot low carbohydrate diet.

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All internal & external doors, hard & soft wood, supplied & fitted.

All types of wood flooring fitted | Kitchens supplied and fitted.

Happy to undertake any job, large or small.

Call Brendan

for friendly advice and a quote

0115 966 6125 or 07956 859452

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TREE CARE

www.waterscolours.co.uk

“from roots to shoots”

TREES • Section Felling • Reducing • Target Pruning • Deadwooding • Pollarding

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0115 849 4922 07833 222 467

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HEDGES Hedge Removal • Trimming • Reducing • Planting • Hedge Laying •

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Too HOT in the summer?

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TRANSFORM your conservatory into an inviting, usable living space with one of our innovative insulated roofing systems. Pay only 5% VAT, save money on energy bills and enjoy using your conservatory ALL YEAR ROUND. Visit our website for more information or phone for a free brochure Freephone: 0800 773 4294 www.thermogreen.co.uk Find us on Facebook Members of the Guild of Master Craftsmen

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CJ PLASTERING

BRIGHTWOOD FLOORING

RESKIMMING OF OLD WALLS ~ SKIMMING OVER ARTEX ~ CEILINGS OVERBOARDED PATCHING WORK ~ PLASTERBOARDING

honest, reliable, clean & tidy work free quotations & advice call Rich on:

0115 953 2003 ~ 07734 405879

Shower & Bathroom Problems Leaking Shower Structures Tiles Trays Doors & mould & damp issues Damage Repair

Shower Repairs Service & Newly Installed Electric Mixer Power Shower & Shower Pumps

Wet Rooms level Access

07738 294453 / 01158 417438

Hardwood & Engineered Wood Floors Parquet Sanding & Refinishing of Existing Floors

Over 20 years experience

For a free quote and advice call

0781 4919436

brightwoodflooring@googlemail.com

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

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ADK DRAINS

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

07846 153 474

Handyman Services

building services Extensions & Renovation Kitchen & Bathroom Pvc-u Windows & Doors Garages & Garage Conversions Plumbing & Underfloor Heating Electrical Licensed Waste Carrier Plans Drawn & Submitted All Work Guaranteed Quality Workmanship Fully Insured

Most households jobs/repairs undertaken

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

For a quote/advice ring Jason on

0774 116 4990

Rewires Testing Earthing Showers Certificates PAT Testing Consumer Units Sockets / Lights

All aspects of work undertaken

Tel/Fax: 0115 956 9776 Mobile: 07855 806 259

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

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Haydn Interiors LTD

Value & Quality have never been more affordable

KITCHENS | BEDROOMS | BATHROOMS Fully project managed service undertaken -plastering, tiling, lighting & building work We are a family business established for over 30 years

Open Monday - Friday 9.30 - 5.00 & Saturday 10.00 - 2.00

0115 962 2600 www.haydninteriors.co.uk

Haydn Road, Sherwood, Nottingham

D MOORE JOINERY Budget or Bespoke

Please call Daniel:

Gates and Garage doors made to measure

07747 527188 Carports from £995 fitted

Timber or Aluminium. UPVC or Polycarb Roof Vertilap Fence Panels

Scandinavian Redwood, Cedar and Metal framed privacy gates

6 x 5 £23 6 x 6 £26

All Major Cards Accepted

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Stonebridge Fireplaces • Gas fires • Electric • Fires • Woodburning & multifuel stoves • All types of fireplaces

FULL INSTALLATION SERVICE BY QUALIFIED GAS SAFE & HETAS ENGINEERS Opening Times: Mon-Fri 9-5pm Sat 9-4pm • Sun 12-4pm • (Bank Holidays 11-4pm)

Daleside Road (opposite Virgin Media) Colwick, Nottingham NG2 4DH 0115 9852828 Heatherview Landscapes

Chris Hemmings Upholstery Services

Domestic & Contract Upholstery All re-upholstery, repairs, foam & fibre cushions

Please call anytime

01159384596 or 07971262246

I am happy to help in any way.

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

Licensed Waste Carrier

Friendy, Local Service

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H NOTTS BUILDING & ROOFING LTD H FREE estimates and advice NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALL Specialists in all aspects of building and roofing NEW ROOFS AND REPAIRS

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We can beat any genuine written estimate. For free estimates and advice call Lee Doran. No payment or deposit until completely satisfied.

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DF GARDEN AND PROPERTY SERVICES

Specialising in landscaping, garden services and property maintenance Local, friendly, reliable and professional service We are happy to take on all jobs both big and small and can offer you expert advice and knowledge to ensure you get a beautiful garden and home

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DECKING FENCING/GATES PATIOS/PATIO CLEANING TREE WORK HEDGE CUTTING TURFING LAWN MAINTENANCE GARDEN MAINTENANCE PONDS/WATER FEATURES

For further advice or a complete new look for your garden call Dave Farnsworth for a friendly quote on

07970 658756 or 0115 955 6495

All Weathers Plumbing & Heating

Come Rain or Shine.........

Mark Maggs has over 30 years experience in the plumbing and heating industry. He is locally based in Arnold and is happy to deal with all your plumbing and heating needs, from replacing a tap washer to a full All your plumbing and heating needs heating system. catered for ...whatever the weather ! Mark prides himself on his high quality workmanship and his competitive rates.

Full central heating systems with It’s always nice to hear a friendly voice on condensing combi boilers Boiler replacements, repairs and servicing the other end of the ‘phone, and with Mark All types of plumbing work undertaken that’s exactly what you get. Why not ring High quality service - no job too small for a FREE estimate and see for yourself.

Over 20 years’ experience in the industry

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All your plumbing and heating needs catered for - whatever the weather!!

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Domestic Appliance Engineer

Tony Farrell Over 20 years experience!

Repairs & Servicing for most makes of washing machines & dryers Fully guaranteed reconditioned washing machines available

Tony: 07966 579528

Bulwell 0115 975 6144 Newark 01636 686221

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Martin Page Arnold 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 8674

C.J. BULL MOTOR BODY REPAIRS LTD • ACCIDENT/INSURANCE REPAIRS • BODYWORK • RESPRAYS • WELDING •

• Accident and body repair specialists • All work carried out to a high standard and guaranteed • Free pick up and delivery in the NG5 area • EST 1991

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80 Rolleston Drive, Arnold, Nottingham, NG5 7JN Tel: 0115 9202072 Mob: 07967086760 Email: cjbull.motorbody@gmail.com

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Quality made-to-measure fitted wardrobes

- 100’s of designs - Free design & quote - 10 year guarantee - Family business over 20 years - We only use our own fitters - Honest pricing policy - All made in-house - Fit within 3 weeks of order - Installation within 1 day Book your free design visit now

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DMI ROOFING & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE No Job Too Small Will Beat Any Genuine Quote!

• Roofing & Roof Repairs • Chimneys & All Pointing Work • Fascias, Soffits, Guttering • Home/garden maintenance • Patios/Walkways • Fencing Work

For a free quote call Daniel on

0115 875 9265 07847 058827 HOPEWELLS JOINERY ALL ASPECTS OF JOINERY WORK UNDERTAKEN

• KITCHEN FITTING • DECKING & FENCING • BRICKWORK • LAMINATE FLOORING •DOORS, FLOORS, SKIRTING BOARDS & STAIRS • GARDEN MAINTENANCE • PROPERTY MAINTENANCE FREE QUOTATIONS CITY AND GUILDS QUALIFIED • OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE

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WINDOW REPAIR MAN Double Glazing Specialist UPVC Doors & Windows replacement glass units

repair or replace door locks, window locks, handles & hinges, work undertaken in and around the Nottingham area Andy Woodford - Over 28 years experience

0115 9655878 | 07973 799640 (Woodborough)

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Call

01159 788 348 www.timfiatnottingham.co.uk sales@timukmotors.co.uk

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REPRESENTATIVE EXAMPLE ON THE ROAD PRICE t.i.m. DEPOSIT CONTRIBUTION YOUR DEPOSIT FIAT DEPOSIT CONTRIBUTION TOTAL DEPOSIT AMOUNT TO FINANCE

£11,350 £388.73 £139 £2,250 £2,777.73 £8,712.27

DURATION OPTIONAL FINAL PAYMENT TOTAL PAYABLE 47 MONTHLY PAYMENTS REPRESENTATIVE APR INTEREST RATE FIXED TERM

48 MONTHS £3,727 £13,077.53 £139.99 6.50% 6.42%

MILES PER ANNUM EXCESS MILEAGE OPTION TO PURCHASE FEE

Car shown is for illustration only, subject to terms and conditions, finance subject to status and availability.

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£13,415 £499 £1,294.93 £1,793.93 £11,621.07

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48 MONTHS £5,242 £15,495.46 £179.99 6.30%

INTEREST RATE FIXED TERM MILES PER ANNUM EXCESS MILEAGE OPTION TO PURCHASE FEE

1.07% 5000 6p PER MILE £10

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At Arnold Library : June/July EVENTS Saturday 17 June: Join us out at Arnold Carnival, all day.

Saturday 15 July: Join us for the launch of this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, our theme is

Animal Agents!

Friday 28 July-2pm Childrens Craft: Come and get crafty with a surprise activity! FREE – no need to book GEDLING ARTS FESTIVAL Monday 17 July (time TBC) Poetry Event Thursday 20 July - 2-4pm - Adult Writing Workshop Thursday 20 July - 3.30-5pm - Children’s Writing Workshop

RATTLE, RHYME AND ROLL....

Fun with your babies and toddlers at our lively 30 minute sessions for 0-3 year olds and their parents/carers.

Sing, rhyme and “If you’re happy and you know it, shake a shaker!”

Every Tuesday and Thursday 10.30 - 11.00 am Special Sessions: Tuesday 6th & Thursday 8th June – Let’s Explore Outdoors!

READING CAFÉ...

Come and join our Reading Café, which is always ready to welcome new members and visitors. Open every Wednesday morning from 10am-12 noon. We have a themed Café at least once a month, see details below.

Wednesday 21 June – Police Talk & Wednesday 12 July – Talk TBC KNIT AND NATTER Meeting every Monday 2pm - 3.30pm. Join our friendly group to knit, crochet, craft and natter; borrow books and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee & biscuit for 50p!

LOCAL HISTORY SURGERY Looking for help with your family history or local history? Our local studies librarian will be on hand to discuss your research. Why not drop in for a chat and meet other people involved with your kind of research.

Monday 5 June 2-4pm POLICE SURGERY An opportunity to meet with your local contact officer to discuss issues in your area. Come along and tell us what matters to you.

Friday 21 July 10am-11.30am MY SIGHT Information and support for the partially sighted.

Monday 3 July 10am-12pm Exhibitions June – Arnold Camera Club July – Creative Paths Arnold Library, Front Street, Arnold NG5 7EE T: 0115 9202247 Mon & Fri 9am - 6pm; Tue & Thur 9am - 7pm; Wed & Sat 9am - 4pm arnold.library@inspireculture.org.uk www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/libraries

We look forward to your visit!

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PHIL HOUGH PLASTIC SOLUTIONS

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and Property Maintenance

Supply and fit uPVC conservatories, composite doors, windows, soffit and fascia; window, door, and glass unit

SELECTED MADE-TO-MEASURE BLINDS, CURTAINS, SHUTTERS & CARPETS

repair or replacement.

MEASURING & FITTING INCLUDED ROMANS I ROLLERS I VENETIANS VERTICALS I CURTAINS I SHUTTERS AWNINGS I CONSERVATORY BLINDS I CARPETS

General property maintenance service also provided Fully insured and all work guaranteed

TO BOOK A FREE HOME APPOINTMENT WITH YOUR LOCAL ADVISOR CALL 0800 587 6476 OR VISIT hillarys.co.uk

“Quality Matters”

Tel: 07932 942991 or 01159550470 Email: philplasticsolutions@gmail.com

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Stonebridge Heating Centre • Gas boiler replacement specialists • Gas servicing • Breakdowns & repairs over 35 years experience ex british gas engineers ex beta heat customers welcome Opening Times: Mon-Fri 9-5pm Sat 9-4pm • Sun 12-4pm • (Bank Holidays 11-4pm)

Showroom - Daleside Road (opposite Virgin Media) Colwick, Nottingham NG2 4DH 0115 9852828 To advertise call 01159269777 or email: sarah@ngmagazines.org.uk

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SINES GLASS

brickwork | plastering rendering pointing | alterations | repairs damp proofing | tiling

(Mapperley)

Specialists in Leaded Lights Restoration and Repairs New Designs to Order Call: 0115

quality work at affordable prices 30 years exp

960 5540

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Plumbing & Heating Services

BUILDING SERVICES House extensions & alterations Maintenance & repairs All types of brickwork Fences & Patios

Free Quotes No Job Too Big Or Small Friendly, Family Run Business Excellent Customer Care

Call Chris on

01773 785 724 07939 812 741

07896 410629

Sandfield Rd, Arnold

A & M Windows

Colwick based company

Tel: 07725 869 611 ALL DOORS MADE TO MEASURE AND INSTALLED WITHIN 10 DAYS OF ORDERING

DOORS

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PATIO DOORS FRENCH DOORS

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TOYOTA & KIA SPECIALISTS

FURLONG STREET GARAGE

01159 204 919

A R N O L D, N OT T I N G H A M N G 5 7 A E • TYRES • CLUTCHES • EXHAUSTS • MOT’s • BRAKES • BATTERIES • DIAGNOSTICS • AIR CON • TIMING BELTS • SERVICE • ALL REPAIRS

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HANDYMAN SERVICES and COMPLETE HOME MAINTENANCE

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.

Free estimates No job too small Sensible prices All work guaranteed

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Discount for senior citizens and the disabled.

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ARNOLD POLICE STATION High Street, Arnold 101 Ext: 853 4164 YOUR LOCAL BEAT TEAMS Neighbourhood Policing Insp.

Inspector Steve O’Neill 101 Ext: 853 4161 Neighbourhood Policing Sgt Sgt 2843 Skoraczewski Email: gedling.northpa@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk ARNOLD TOWN CENTRE PC 2365 Hawrylak PCSO 9623 Ingram Email: arnoldtowncentre@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk ST MARY’S & KILLISICK PC 2734 Jennings PCSO Mark Careless Email: killisickward@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk WOODTHORPE & KINGSWELL PC 2734 Jennings PCSO 4810 Marshall Email: mapperleybeat@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk DAYBROOK & BONINGTON PC 2365 Hawrylak PCSO 9644 Anderson PCSO 9856 Scatcherd Email: daybrooksnt@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk Email: bonnington@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk Call 101 for non-emergency or 999 in an emergency

from your Neighbourhood Beat Team....

Stay Safe This Summer We hope you are enjoying the summer months in our beautiful county and spending time with friends and family.

Summer is a fantastic time to go visit local parks across Nottinghamshire but while spending time outdoors it’s important to ensure your property is secure.

Security outside your home Ensure your doors and windows are shut and that your keys are kept in a safe place and out of sight, when outside. By leaving your house open in the warmer climate it can entice thieves to your belongings, so please don’t let them have this opportunity.

Dogs trapped in hot cars Please don’t leave dogs in cars – even for a few minutes – as temperatures inside vehicles can rise rapidly, which can distress dogs.

When the weather is warm owners should always ensure that pets have plenty of cool, fresh drinking water available to them. Cars, conservatories and caravans are not suitable for dogs to be left in.

If the animal is starting to show distress but the situation is not life threatening, try to locate the owner to make them aware. If you are in a car park anywhere that may have a public address system, ask for an announcement to be put out.

In the meantime, please contact the police on 101, giving as much information as you can about the vehicle, registration number and

location as officers can arrange to attend and try to make contact with the registered keeper of the vehicle to make them aware.

If the matter is getting near life or death for the animal please call Nottinghamshire Police on 999 stressing the urgency.

Going on holiday If you are leaving your property, please ensure your house is secure and notify neighbours so they can keep an eye on your property.

Suspend any deliveries, such as milk and newspapers otherwise it could alert thieves that you aren’t currently at home.

Try to make your home look occupied while you are away. Use timer switches on lamps or your radio.

Don’t leave valuable items such as laptops and jewellery in view of windows. Ensure that sheds and out buildings are locked and secured.

If you have an intruder alarm, make sure it’s set. If you don’t have one consider having an approved alarm system installed. Visit www.nsi.org. uk to find approved companies in your area.

Be a good neighbour If you see anyone acting suspiciously in your neighbourhood, call the police on 101 or, in an emergency, 999.

If you would like to speak to your local police, call us on 101. There is also plenty of information and advice guides on our website: http://www.nottinghamshire.police. uk/advice

Want to work for Notts Police?

To find out more about our current vacancies and how to apply please visit: http://www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/jobs

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WA Builders your friendly local builders

ELECTRICIAN www.stator-electrical.co.uk

BUILDERS

Call for a FREE quotation

For all your building requirements • Building Alterations • Loft Conversions • House Extensions • Re-Roofing • Kitchen Design & Installation • Garage Conversions • Carpentry & Joinery Services • Plastering & Drylining/Partitions

Telephone 07889 072804 Email: WA.builders@outlook.com

No job too small, or too big!

Sockets, Lights Fuse Boards, Rewires Fault Finding & Repairs Landlord & Homebuyer Inspections

I will assure you of a fast response & a reasonably priced service CALL CARL ON

0115 906 3270

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Gutter Clearing Service - General Gutter Cleaning - Blockages & Leaks - Minor Repairs

Call: 07727 777 331 HOPE GUTTER CLEANING

DOMESTIC PLUMBING SERVICES Plumbing & Heating

Email: hopecleanuk@gmail.com Website: www.guttercleanuk.org

WASPS NESTS TREATED

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07956 155 157 0115 967 1223 www.citypestcontrol.org.uk

We also treat Rats-MiceAnts-Fleas-BedbugsSquirrels Moles & more

THE TV ENGINEERS

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Repairs of LCD, LED and Plasma TV sets Set up and retune. Remove old tvs Unit 7B Old Brickyard, Porchester Lodge NG3 6PB

will@delelectronics.co.uk

Bathroom Design & Installation 24 Hr Call Out Free Quotes Friendly, Reliable Service Available 7 days per week Contact Richard on:

07960 031187

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Glenn Myers

joinery

We have your carpentry needs covered

don’t Move - improve

Fully insured with over 20 years experience Loft conversions Kitchen Fitting (new & upgrades) Flooring (real Wood & Laminate) Doors and windows • Decking • Fencing

For free estimates & advice contact glenn on: -

Call DEL on: 07885 308 991

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CARPET CLEANING By a Trading Standards approved company Approved by

Children and pet safe Carpets and upholstery Amazing results / Fully insured Photos on our website Tel. Gary, Derwent carpet cleaning 01158 547656 / 0800 0436293

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Under The Park

by Bob Massey

Arnot Hill Park was once common ground known as South Field. It stretched from what is now Mansfield Road on one side, to Arnold Hill Road and Nottingham Road on the other, as far as the Greyhound pub.

This area was common land used by the people of Arnold to graze animals, free of charge. All this changed in 1791 when, like large chunks of England, the common land was enclosed and given to local land owners. What was to become Arnot Hill Park was divided up between several different people. This had a devastating effect on the general population of Arnold as the stocking makers and others depended on this land to raise their few animals.

Now in the hands of landlords who expected rent or cultivated the land, the people of Arnold were deprived of the very thing that kept them from starvation. John Hawksley and Robert Davison rented and then purchased some of this land from the new landlords to build a mill and a home for John Hawksley. This plan saved the village. It provided the stockingers and the village with work and changed what would have been a disaster into one of prosperity.

These were times of unrest throughout England.

Riots and protests were common and the owners of Arnold’s new mill were worried that they too would be subject to these disturbances some of which were becoming very violent. John Hawksley built what is now Arnot Hill House as his home. The mill was built on what is now the car park and bowling green in the park. An apprentice house housing 600 children and their adult overseers was

built on Nottingham Road on what is now a builders merchants yard.

As part of this work, a tunnel was built that ran from the house via the mill to the apprentice house. This was a substantial system within the sandstone rock.

In times of trouble this would allow passage between these three points.

It also afforded storage and passage of goods and people in bad weather. Hawksley and Davison were very good employers and so managed avoid the troubles that started in the late 1790s. Their escape route was not therefore needed. Many other mills were attacked between 1811 and 1817 so they were right to be cautious.

The mill ceased production and was demolished in 1810 just before the main Luddite demonstration. These protests started in Arnold and then spread across the country so the mill could well have been the first target. After the mill was demolished the apprentice house was converted into cottages, from then on known as Cottage Row. The tunnel was excavated when Cottage Row was demolished. The images show one section. The tunnel was a very substantial structure which was used as an air raid shelter in World War Two. It is now sealed off and so how much remains is unknown. It would have provided a great tourist attraction just like the caves in Nottingham but one end at least was just filled with concrete to make the builders yard. It’s now just another part of our history lost forever beneath our feet! At least the photos remain.

I am researching the history of Arnold 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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The Club Captains (pictured left to right) Zoe Connellan, Hannah Davies, Sam Williams, Natalie Bacon and Latrell Wynter, along with Club President Bill Hopkins (right) presented a cheque of £500 to the Nottinghamshire Deaf Society.

Please note a printing error in the April/May 2017 Issue the article should read: Oliver Silver came 4th overall in the Boys 10/11 years Alfie Silver won 3 x Silvers and a 1 x Bronze Medal in the individual events

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Derby & Notts Junior Swimming League Gala Results Well done to all swimmers who swam at Hucknall on 8th April, Team Arnold came second with 183 points! Fantastic effort from all swimmers, and especially those who swam for the first time. A big thank you to the event co-ordinator, officials and time keepers, team managers, those on the entry desk, and those recording results and announcing. Without you, we could not run such a successful gala.

Results in full: 1st - Calverton & Bingham (267), 2nd - Arnold (183), 3rd - Falcon (174), 4th - Mansfield (147), 5th - Hucknall & Linby (124)

Ernehale Open Meet - another success!

Another thank you to all the club members, parents and swimmers who took part in this years’ Ernehale Open Meet on 11th and 12th March. Thanks to all the volunteers in the sports hall, all the stewards and judges, coaches and helpers. We had some amazing swims and lots of PBs. We thank everyone who gave up the time to help. We look forward to the next Ernehale Open Meet. Arnold swimmers achieved a total of 107 Personal Best times and 9 Club Records!

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WHAT’S NEW AT WEST MIDLAND SAFARI PARK? Staff at West Midland Safari Park have a fun-filled 2017 planned for their visitors, with brand new events, some exciting new arrivals and the chance to meet the latest babies.

The Park’s busy events calendar has been updated to include some new exciting conservation weeks, where guests will get the chance to take part in unique VIP experiences, enter competitions to win some amazing money-can’t-buy prizes and learn just what they can do to help, even from the comfort of their own sofa. So come and join us at the park when we host Protect Lions Week on 17-25 June.

As well as the new events, guests can come face-to-face with the newest arrivals at the Park - 2016’s babies! Ekozu, the southern white rhino calf, will most likely be charging around the four-mile safari. Then there is the chance to meet the pack of 22 African painted dogs, 14 of which were born in July - the biggest litter the Park has seen.

In August and September, the Park welcomed Embu and Emali, two baby Rothschild’s giraffes. Then on 14 January 2017,

another baby giraffe was born. Named ‘Fennessy’ by his keepers, the baby boy already stood at six-feet-tall when he was born.

Also new for 2017, a family of gigantic pterosaurs soared into the grounds of West Midland Safari Park and made it their new home. With a wing span averaging around 11 metres, quetzalcoatlus was the largest animal to have ever taken to the skies.

West Midland Safari Park is open daily for its summer season from 11 February until 3 November 2017. The standard admission charge is £23.00 for adults, £18.00 for children aged 3-15 and £21.00 for concessions. Admission includes a voucher for a return visit or safari gift. Prices also include admission to the four-mile safari, Discovery Trail exhibits, animal encounters, African Village and live shows. Theme Park rides charged extra in all cases.

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Daybrook Girls Help Build A ‘Ginormous Choir’

£48k New Games Area For Arnold Play Park Plans to build a multi games play area in Arnold have been given the go ahead thanks to the awarding of £48,435.

500 members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire gathered in Nottingham’s Albert Hall on Sunday 23 April to build a ‘Ginormous Choir’ in just a day. Those taking part included members of Rainbows (aged 5-7), Brownies (7-10), Guides (10-14), Rangers & Senior Section (14-25), plus adult leaders and volunteers from all over the county.

Amongst a contingent of girls from the Daybrook Division were Nylah Baxendale (6), Daisy Perry (7) and Caitlin Marsden (7) (pictured) of 98th Nottingham Rainbows. Daisy and Caitlin both decided that Be My Guest was their favourite song, and all three really enjoyed singing with lots of other Rainbows. ‘This is my first Rainbow event,’ admitted Nylah. ‘I didn’t realise it would be so big!’

The day’s activities were led by a team from community arts organisation Music for Everyone, who steered the scratch choir through a selection of well-loved tunes from favourite Disney movies. The morning was filled by group workshops and rehearsals, with each age group given their own songs to work on, and the event closed with an informal concert where the ‘Ginormous Choir’ sang for their families and friends.

Girlguiding Nottinghamshire is recruiting additional adult volunteers in order to whittle down the waiting lists and create more opportunities like the Ginormous Choir for girls and young women all over the county. Anyone interested in finding out what’s involved is invited to call 0115 987 7220 or visit www. girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk

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The Muirfield Road Recreation Ground in Arnold will be improved thanks to funding from WREN, a not-for-profit business that awards grants for community, conservation and heritage projects from funds donated by waste and resource management company FCC Environment through the Landfill Communities Fund. The money will be used to install a multi-use game area (MUGA).

The funding bid was made jointly by Gedling Borough Council and the Warren Action Group, a local residents group. The group have been working to revitalise the playground area and were granted planning permission by Gedling Borough Council in March last year to start work and begin applying for external funding.

Sue Jablonskas, Chair of the Warren Action Group, believes the facility will make a huge difference to the lives of people living in the area.

Sue says: “It’s fantastic that WREN has awarded us this money and we’re really looking forward to our MUGA taking shape over the next few months. It will provide a safe place for ball games to be played and will encourage children, young people and adults in the area to be physically active.

This is the first phase of our project to improve the facilities available on the Muirfield Road Recreation Ground. It will provide a real boost to the people in the Warren Action Group area. We are grateful to the Officers of Gedling Borough Council who have supported us with this application and we are continuing to work closely with them to achieve the best value possible for the money that has been awarded. ”

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Nottingham BMX Race Track - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run coaching sessions Saturdays: 9.30am onwards. Gates Thur (Spring/Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also BMX races. For more info:email@ nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or facebook: Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www.nottinghamoutlaws. com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell.

Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in St Paul’s Church, Carlton on Wednesday evenings 6.15 - 7.30pm. Take a look at our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or just drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun!

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 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.

102nd Nottingham Scout Group - meet Mondays (term time only) at Top Valley School (Dance Academy). Beavers (ages 6-8) 5.15pm - 6.30pm and Cubs (ages 8-10½) 6.30pm - 8pm. For more details contact Mike: 07773 685237 or Jenny: 0115 977 1345, or pop along Monday night.

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

Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 5pm - 6pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.8yrs +. For more info call 0115 808 4508 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btck.com

Arnold St Mary’s Pre-School - Church Lane, Arnold. Call 07969 544137. Open every morning plus all day Wednesday. Free places available for 2,3 and 4 year olds. Email: info@arnoldpreschool.org. Or visit www.arnoldpreschool.org. OFSTED registered.

1st Redhill Scout & Guide group - meetings: Band Mon 7pm/ Beavers Wed 5.45pm/Cubs Wed 7pm/Guides Thurs 7.30pm/Scouts Fri 7pm/ at 329 Mansfield Rd. Tel 953 7986.

Mapperley Junior Netball Club - Are you in school years 7,8 & 9 and love netball? New junior netball club. Mondays 6pm - 7pm at Carlton Le Willows Academy, Wood Lane, NG4 4AA (Indoor). £2 per session. Coach led. Contact Sarah - sarahhumphrey@btinternet.com Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UN. Monday’s & Friday’s 6.30pm - 7.30pm April to October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 2nd Arnold Girls Brigade - Wed 6.15pm-9pm.Call Yvonne - 07954 402258.

Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7 to 11 yr olds, along with hardball teams for ages 11-15. Please contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details.

Weaverthorpe Pre-School- Derwent Crescent, Arnold. 9am - 3.30 Mon - Fri. OFSTED registered.

Funding for 2, 3 & 4yr olds. Qualified staff. Contact us on 0115 926 5644, email: weaverthorpe@ btconnect.com. Website: www.weaverthorpepreschool.weebly.com.

The Boys Brigade, 38th Nottingham Company-Every Tue 6-8.30pm. Open to ages 5-18yrs @ Arnold URC, Calverton Rd. Call Jennifer on 0115 9670034 or http://38nottingham.boys-brigade.org.uk

Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group- A fun & friendly group for babies and pre-schoolers.

Mon 9.30-11.30am & Fri 2-4pm (term time) at The Good Shepherd Church Social Centre, 3 Thackeray’s Lane,NG5 4HT. £3 per family. E: little.lambs@virginmedia.com, visit www.facebook.com/ littlelambswoodthorpe or follow on Twitter @littlelambsng5 Killisick Pre-School- Coppice Farm Primary, Laver Close, Arnold. 9am - 3.30 Mon - Fri. OFSTED registered. Free funded sessions for 3 & 4 yrs. Contact us on 0115 859 8143, email: killisick.ps@ntlworld.com.

Arnold View Pre-School- For children aged 2 to 4 years at Arnold Hill Community Centre, Arnold. OFSTED registered. Sessions Tue, Thurs & Fri am & pm including lunch clubs. Funding for 2,3 & 4yr olds. Qualified staff and a genuine love for children. Contact tel: 07919 025633.

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Who Let The Dads Out! - 2nd Sat every month (except August) at St Mary’s Church Family Centre from 10am - 11.30am. For children from 0-5 years with their dads for fun, toys & refreshments.

Dance Divaz - dance for fun to latest chart hits and get fit at the same time. Classes priced £4 each from age 3 to adults, held every Monday at Arnold Welfare (opp Greyhound pub). Also Street classes with J on a Friday at Arnold Mill School age from 6 to 18. For class times and more information see www.dancedivaz.co.uk or call 07954 418481.

Bamboo Yoga Studio - children and family yoga classes available from 6 weeks to 10 years. Learn amazing techniques together to keep you all calm and healthy. A fantastic and fun way to bond! Please see website for more details: www.bambooyoga.net or contact Karen on 07412 503599/karen@ bambooyoga.net Marcia Jones School of Dance - Street, Tap, Ballet & Modern Theatre classes. Every Wednesday, St James Church, Mapperley. There has never been a more exciting time to enrol. Perform in our dance show extravaganza to be held at the Nottingham Royal Concert Hall Sunday 25th June 2017.

For more info tel: 0115 9226499 or visit www.marciajones.co.uk 2nd Arnold (St Mary’s) Scout Group - Calverton Rd, Arnold. Beavers Monday & Wednesday, Cubs Tuesday & Thursday, Scouts Monday & Wednesday, Explorers Friday. Contact 07982 247 147 or arnoldscoutgroup@hotmail.co.uk for more information.

Arnold Town Youth FC Under 17 Boys - want to play football? Saturday U17s recruiting players for 2016/17 season. Born between 1/9/99-31/8/00 them come along & join in. For more info call Malcolm 0115 967 3489/07500 874926 or Rob Mc Lachlan 0115 926 9171 Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills: fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, sport, BTEC, DofE and much more. Young people 12yrs to 18yrs. For more information visit Armycadets.com to find your nearest Detachment or tel: 0115 9837645 Glade Hill Primary Fantasy Playbase - (Chippenham Rd, Bestwood Park) Tiny Tots - Tues 9-10.45am|Stay’n’Play Wed 9am - 10.30am & 1-3pm. Soft & outdoor play £1 for refreshments. Call 9150298.

Beavers, Cub & Scout groups - call 952 3617.

Rainbows, Brownies & Guides groups - call Sarah Spencer 854 5006.

Bread & Bitter Bump to Baby Group - Monday (except Bank Holidays) 10 - 12. Friendly, busy group. Suitable from bump to sitting babies only. Special offers during the group. Various events organised. FREE admission. Contact Paula for details 07967 252784 or paula@babydaze.me Air Cadets - 138 Sqn, Carlton TA Centre, Carlton, NG4 3DX. Tues & Thurs 6.45pm-9pm. Girls & boys 12-17yrs. Drill, flying, sports, adventure training, Duke of Edinburgh, BTECs & much more. Tel: 0115 940 4308 1st Nottingham Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association- Every Monday night (term time): 5.30pm 7.30pm. Open to all ages 5-18 yrs - boys and girls. At St Andrew’s Community Hall, Chestnut Grove, Nottingham, NG3 5AD. Contact: bbga@standrewsnottm.org.uk or 0115 912 0098 Forest Kids Nottingham - every Thursday 10am - 12 noon at Woodthorpe Grange Park. Meet at the golf hut/cafe for nature activities, games and general mucking about in the fresh air. Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/forestkidsnotts or email: forestkidsnotts@gmail.com Shake, Rattle & Rhyme - Mondays (term time) 9.30am - 10.30am at St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Songs, instruments & movement fun for babies to pre-schoolers. £4 per family, drinks & biscuits inc. Call Karen: 07846 176064 or visit Facebook shake rattleandrhyme.

After School Drama - for ages 4-11yrs. Free Rangers after school drama club is designed to build confidence & encourage creativity. Held at The Milk Lounge, Arnold, term time Thursdays 4pm 5.30pm. Contact Olivia - 0115 837 1950 or olivia@wearenonsuch.com to find out more!

Good Shepherd Pre-School - OFSTED registered for children aged 30 mths upwards. Children 2ndall Arnold Cubs, Scouts & Explorers 6.30-7.45 Fri & | Cubs Panther Grp from familiesBeavers, welcome, with places available now. -15Beavers mths group; parents toddlers welcome.

7-8.30pm | Cubs contact Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs on | Scouts Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri. Weds 1-3pmTues £3.Please Melanie Saunders 079717.30-9pm 382837 for more information.

Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 9865/0787505 6784Tuesday night (term time): Boys’ Brigade, 25th Nottingham Company - Every 5.20pm - 9.15pm. Open to all ages 5-18 yrs - boys and girls. At the Emmanuel Church, Church View Close, Warren Hill. Contact the vicarage on 0115 920 8879 The Boys Brigade 39th Nottingham Company- Arnold Methodist Church.

Exciting activites for ages 5-18yrs. Contact Neil Stevenson : 39thnottm@boysbrigade.org.uk

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rs wer Range o P s w ie v e Bur ton R oot Go Go Reb Power Rangers holds a special place in my heart, starting at a very young age and finally deciding to quit the obsession way too long after I should have!

So when Saban and Lionsgate announced they were making a film rebooting the original Mighty Morphing Power Rangers, I, with the rest of the internet, grimaced and just waited for the horrible betrayal of my childhood to be released.

Power Rangers follows Jason (Darce Montgomery), Kimberly (Naomi Scott), Billy (RJ Cyler), Trini (Becky G.) and Zach (Ludi Lin), as these teens with attitude discover five unique brightly coloured coins that give them super strength and agility. With the help of Zordon (Bryan Cranston) these five teens learn to unlock their full potential just in time to stop an evil force, in the creepy form of Rita (Elizabeth Banks), destroying the whole world (of course).

Probably the most surprising thing about this movie is that it doesn’t really feel like the cheesefest we all thought it would be. Great cinematography and a gritty atmosphere give this film a special feeling that helps the world of the Power Rangers become a tangible and relatable one that, while is taking itself seriously, isn’t afraid to dive into the fun and more outlandish aspects of the original show.

Each member of the team had a really interesting backstory that was both surprisingly mature and well handled with modern issues that aren’t explored much in mainstream films. It is this grounded quality that really helps elevate the original Rangers from their cardboard 90s counterparts, to actual living, breathing characters.

While the action that does happen is cool and had me smiling like a little boy again, fist pumping for team work and badass explosions, these cool moments of action are skipped over way too fast.

No phase of battle is allowed the appropriate time to sit and bask in how epic it was. Instead the film barrels through the final battle, just

missing goosebump level, and leaving me happy at what I just saw, but feeling slightly off about the whole thing.

So the film did have its problems, after all, it is a movie called Power Rangers. But the surprising amount of care and thought that was put into the film’s characters, atmosphere and cinematography, coupled with how damn cool the Power Rangers looked once it was time to kick ass and explode some giant monsters, really took me off guard and had me way more into the film than I thought I would be.

Power Rangers= 7.5/10 © Sam Burton (aged 19)

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