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After what seemed like an endless winter, we are all feeling more upbeat now with Summer well and truly on the way. This edition is jam packed with great businesses all keen to help you, whether it be a garden re-vamp, home makeover or simply some help with the cleaning! Have you got a Summer holiday planned? Check out Dom Murrays hilarious survival guide in this edition. So true!! Once again we are stacked out with great competitions. A ÂŁ100 meal voucher and Lost City Golf passes are up for grabs so get entering!! Happy Reading Ali, Cat, Sarah & Francine
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kids 46 kids diary 49 sudoku puzzle 51 free time 52 adult community diary 54-56 eat, drink & be merry! 65 recipes 66-67 business, IT & finance 69 looking good, feeling great
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Review: y b a b y r C n Devilma s Not For Kid In celebration of Go Nagai’s 50 years of groundbreaking and influential work in the manga industry, Netflix has released a new incarnation of his long running series, Devilman, with Devilman Crybaby. Since its release on January 5th, the anime (Japanese style animation) has gained a huge fan base and a mostly positive critical response. So let’s see what all the fuss is about. Devilman Crybaby follows the story of Akira Fudo, an awkward, shy kid who is so sensitive he cries whenever someone is in emotional anguish. When his childhood friend, Ryo Asuka drops back into his life and informs him that demons are real and among us, that is only the beginning of Akira’s twisted descent into the demonic underground of Japan. When at a demon-summoning rave, Akira is possessed by a demon himself, but remains in control. Now with the heart of a human and the body of a demon and the powers that come with it, Akira is humanities last hope of not becoming consumed by the devilish beings. It is shockingly apparent from Devilman Crybaby’s first neon splattered episode that this anime is insane in every single way. From the experimental art style to the thumping techno soundtrack and explicit, with a capital X, content; Devilman Crybaby is unique and unforgettable. The pacing is set at break-neck speed which can sometimes have a negative effect, leaving you slightly confused at why your favourite character is acting in a contradictory way from scene to scene. Racing forward at 100 miles per hour, 100% of the time can also rob events of the necessary context. A few of the early plot lines are either skimmed over or rushed in a way that leaves them feeling slightly useless, no matter how cool and incredibly animated they were. However when the pacing hits just right, Devilman Crybaby is an absorbing anime and in its closing episodes the show becomes a deeply emotional ride that may leave you with an empty tissue box. Akira’s deep sensitivity and doe-eyed hopeful perspective on the world is an admirable one, and this beaming ray of light in a twisted and debaucherous world is one you can’t
help but gravitate to. His crush, Miki Makimura, is similarly hopeful and represents the best of what humanity can be. Having such pure characters juxtaposed against other more monstrous ones in this honestly screwed up world is one of the show’s most interesting aspects and makes the character’s struggles that much more compelling. Exploring human weakness is one of the shows main themes. You are left contemplating the many philosophical questions the show raises for days to come. Especially when you are finally hit by Devilman Crybaby’s emotionally exhausting and strangely beautiful final scene. This may be the perfect end to an anime of this kind. Devilman Crybaby is a phenomenal, highly stylised anime you won’t forget for a long time. It will captivate you from explosive start to devastating finish. Devilman Crybaby = 9/10 © Sam Burton (aged 20)
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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini (Ten of Wands, Four of Wands, Queen of Cups)
Your hard work will pay off. You’ve been GRAFTING. And it’s going to start paying you back like you hoped it would, maybe even more than you’d hoped. Rewards, progression, celebration and investments are all on the cards this summer, so reap what you’ve sown happily and positively. You’re going to feel a million dollars!
Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus
(The Empress, Page of Cups, Ten of Coins) You’ll take matters into your own hands and gain recognition. A bold move which you plan and make off your own back will gain the admiration of everyonecue applause! Don’t let anyone get in your way and trust that you’ve got the talent and resilience to pull this one off, all that graft and dedication is going to be worthwhile.
Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius
Water signs- Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio
(Eight of Wands, Page of Swords, Four of Swords)
(Six of Cups, Two of Cups, Wheel of Fortune)
Pick your battles.
Your love life is going to perk up.
Life’s going to be busy and hectic this summer, loads of great things going on and much to sink your teeth into... but be careful of not overdoing it. Put time aside to rest, relax and literally do nothing. Your mind, body and spirit needs these ‘time outs’ in order to successfully tackle everything else on your plate.
Someone from your past is set to return to your present, with a bang! It might be an ex, an old friend, an object of affection who you never really got it on with. Second chance saloon this summer! This relationship could be fantastic and rejuvenating for you, but (if you pursue it) then it will rock your world and change everything. Is that what you want?
Kerry Ward is a Nottingham based tarot reader, and Cosmopolitan magazine’s tarot expert, with over 20 years fortune telling experience, and many happy clients all over the world. You can book a personal, written reading, which comes as a beautifully illustrated brochure, at www.tarotbella.etsy.com or follow her at www.facebook.com/mytarotbella. Use the coupon code COSMO20 to get 20% off, exclusive to NG readers.
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Holiday survival guide It’s getting to that time of year when you’re considering taking a holiday. Possibly abroad. Maybe even with your children. If this is the first time you’ve taken them with you overseas then you’ll need to read this survival guide, full of handy hints from someone who’s been there, done that, and got the overpriced t-shirt. DISCLAIMER: Just to be clear, this isn’t your holiday. Forget any ideas about having some ‘you time’. You will not get to relax. You will not get romantic moonlit walks. Those days are well and truly over. STARTING: If you’re going on holiday by plane the kids will be either delighted or terrified. We had one thinking he was going on a space rocket and another who didn’t want to be crammed onto an exploding canister filled with rocket fuel and warm bodies. FLYING: The aeroplane is exciting for the first ten minutes. Once you’re through the clouds, you have 2 hours to kill and you’ll have left the felt tip pens in the other bag. The one in the hold. The one you can’t get to. The one your child desperately needs. Right now. And you brought a book to read on the flight, you fool! LIVING: Next up is the apartment. Also known as a cramped box with some internal walls. You get what you pay for and in this instance you paid for a bedroom with no hanging space, a bathroom door that doesn’t close, and a kitchen that encourages you to eat in local restaurants. BEACHING: You’ve got the water, sunscreen and hats to match your optimism. But have you checked out the beaches in advance? There’s little more awkward than finding a beautiful beach and wandering down the coast only to find yourselves amongst a nudist colony for elderly couples. It’s amazing how much you can distract your kids from what’s right in front of them when you really need to. EATING: At some point you’ll have to eat out on the holiday. Let’s be clear, you are “that family”. The one that constantly utters the threat of “there’ll be no dessert” through gritted teeth, the one with the kids that don’t stop talking.
Ever. They seem to think they’ll eat out every night but you have a budget. That budget is about as solid as the promises the banks made before the economy went pear shaped. You may want to keep it tight but ice cream, meals, postcards, souvenirs, parking, and the mafiosi who run the resorts supermarkets all conspire to ensure this is the most expensive holiday you’ve ever been on. And beach toys. Because suddenly your kids want to play frisbee, cricket, rounders, tennis, football, volleyball, kabaddi and anything else that happens on sand. You’ll have a great time, but they will run you ragged. One child will be hyper, whilst the other is angelic. You’ll eventually solve the puzzle of why Child A is nuts and as soon as that’s solved Child B will start acting up. And on it goes. At holidays end your negotiation skills will be so honed that you could single-handedly solve the Syrian crisis. SLEEPING: You put the first night down to excitement. They go to bed late looking like extras from The Walking Dead. Day 2, they keep wandering into the living room with excuses as to why they can’t sleep (“I’m not tired”). Day 3, you realise their goal: to ensure you and your partner can’t have any time together. And before you know it, you’ve surrendered your double bed so the kids can snuggle with mum and you’re left sleeping in a child’s single bed alone. HOMING: And suddenly it’s over. You’re on the plane home and back to reality. Later you’ll pick up a shoe and the sand will pour onto the floor. You’ll use it as an excuse to look at the photos and you’re already planning next year.
Edging into my forties, I’m a wrangler of two young children who are either going to keep me eternally young or drive me to an early grave. I’ll be sharing some of my experiences of parenthood and my terrible attempts at staying relevant!
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Rabbits are particularly susceptible to flystrike if they are unable to keep themselves clean of urine and faeces. However, even healthy, active rabbits can get dirty bottoms from time to time.
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Obesity can make it very difficult for a rabbit to clean urine or faeces from its fur, and so can arthritis, which is made even more problematic by obesity. Painful dental problems can make a rabbit reluctant or unable to clean itself properly. Flystrike occurs when flies lay their eggs on an animal. The eggs hatch into maggots, which eat the flesh of the animal they are on. During hot weather maggots are more active and develop more rapidly. When the maggots begin to feast on the flesh of that animal, the results can be catastrophic. It only takes a few hours from flies laying eggs, to maggots hatching and eating into a rabbit's flesh. Once they are established, huge damage can be done and many rabbits don't recover. How to prevent flystrike: ďƒ˜ In the summer months especially, rabbits must be checked at least twice per day. If their bottom is dirty, wash with warm water and a shampoo for small pets. Rinse thoroughly and dry as the smell of damp fur can attract flies too! ďƒ˜ Soiled bedding and litter must be removed regularly, preferably daily. Left in the rabbit's home, it will attract flies and will itself soil fur. ďƒ˜ Apply a preparation to your rabbit's fur that will prevent fly eggs from hatching. (Ask your vet for details of this product) If your rabbit gets flystrike this is an emergency. You need to get your rabbit to your vet immediately. Its life is in danger and it will be in great pain. Orchard Veterinary Centre is a trading name of CVS (UK) limited (company registration number 03777473) whose registered office is at CVS House, Vinces Road, Diss, Norfolk IP22 4AY.
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Help Your Local Hedgehogs We are a group of passionate volunteers who want to stop the decline in hedgehog numbers and help save one of our best loved British mammals from extinction. We do talks, landsite visits, help with hedgehog rescue,do schools visits, collect newspapers for our local hedgehog rescue centre,raise money and generally help in whatever ways we can. Contact details at the bottom. Here are a few ways in which you can help your local hedgehog population; • Put out a shallow dish of fresh water. • Feed them meat-based dog/cat food. They love unsalted chopped or crushed peanuts, sunflower hearts and dried meal worms. Never give them bread and milk as they can’t digest it. • No single garden is large enough - they need to be linked. A 13cm hole at the base will allow Hogs easy access not only to your garden but also to your neighbours. • Hogs make nests from large deciduous leaves like oak or cherry. Pile up some logs in the corner of your garden – then add fallen leaves. • You can buy or make a Hogitat in your garden for them to use. • Check any piles of wood or garden refuse before burning. • Always provide an exit ramp from garden ponds. • Check your garden before using any garden machinery. • Avoid using pesticides. NG16 Help Hedgehogs - Anne Ryan on 01773 789612 or MIshka@ntlworld.com. Local Hedgehog & Small Animal Rescue Leslie on 07773 680 264
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National charity Guide Dogs is calling for urgent support from dog owners, as latest data reveals an alarming 12 guide dogs are attacked every month on average. In nearly 60% of these attacks the aggressor dog was off the lead. In addition to the emotional and physical trauma of an attack, for the dog and owner, this serious issue has cost the charity over £1.3million since 2010 – the equivalent of 90,000 guide dog leads. The charity has launched a Take the Lead campaign, calling for the public to put their dog on a lead when they see a guide dog working. Canine researchers from the charity say this simple action could be the key to preventing future attacks. Guide Dogs has campaigned on the issue of dog attacks in the past and back in 2014 tougher laws were introduced meaning if your dog attacked an assistance dog you could face up to a three-year jail sentence. However, the charity feels more needs to be done to prevent attacks and is now looking to the nation’s dog owners for support. Attacks on guide dogs can have long-lasting affects for both the dog and owner. For more information about Guide Dogs Take the Lead campaign head over to; www. guidedogs.org.uk/takethelead
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· Food & treatments · Pumps · R.O & salted water · Accessories A cat, who potentially owes his life to a local charity, is hoping someone nice will choose him to adopt. At four years old, Choo had health problems owing to his rough start – but was taken in by Animal Accident Rescue Unit. When found, he had breathing difficulties and even a hernia - but thankfully these conditions were swiftly fixed. Since then he has been enjoying life with his fosterer who says: ‘Choo is so affectionate, and simply adores attention. He’s full of character and great company.’ As with all the charity’s cats, Choo is microchipped, flea and worm treated, littertrained plus vaccinated – his new owner is responsible for further vaccinations. Choo would love to hear from potential adopters. To arrange to meet and for details, 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. With no premises, animals are fostered in volunteers’ homes. The charity does not cover healthy strays/unwanted pets, but helps neglected, injured and vulnerable animals and birds. 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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RELAXED ADULTS INSPIRE C R E AT I V I T Y B E T T E R “Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer” – William S Burrows
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he above quote from William Burrows is true to my lived experience as a creative writer and seeker of simple solutions to complex problems. Most of my ideas come when I am riding my bike or upon waking up. Thus, the key to helping children find creative solutions is to first stoke their curiosity, then give them a chance to relax – in sleep, play, exercise, laughing or daydreaming. It helps if adults deeply comprehend that curiosity, having boundless questions and a sense of fun about learning is far more important than having answers. Let’s look at why this is the case. In times of safety it would have been important for our ancestors to use their time to innovate, benefitting the self and society with new ideas. In times of fear the opposite would have been true, it would be an advantage for the community to follow orders and keep doing things in ways more guaranteed to work. Thus, feeling loved/safe vs fear/ anxiety puts us in different “modes” of
behaviour and actually changes the architecture of the brain. Additionally, recent research at the University of British Columbia has shown that aerobic exercise boosts the size of the brain area involved in verbal memory and learning (the hippocampus), boosting growth of new blood vessels and new brain cells. Simply put, for ideal brain development we should relax, be loving, be curious and do plenty of sweaty sport. Thus, as we recall that children learn best by imitating, we see how important it is for us adults to model this ideal. It’s a wonderful and selfless reason to be all the great things we’d like our children to be; we should find ways to relax, be sporty, laugh, joke, welcome our mistakes as chances to learn, be kind and empathic (especially when we’d rather not be). Children don’t always listen, but they always see, learning as all higher order mammals do.
Angela Abraham helps millions of youth with creative writing via her website Descriptionari. She is an internationally published children's author, a teacher, a social evolutionist and is involved with the Nottingham Peace Project. Contact email: AngelaCarolineAbraham@gmail.com Website: www.descriptionari.com
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Alex and Mum Become Writers A
lex and Mum want to make stories for the Harvest Festival celebrations. Mum breathes softly as she gazes at the rain; seeing each perfect sphere make soft ripples in each puddle. Alex has become one with a bean-bag, his legs rest on the wall, his body morphed into the yellow fabric and his head tilted back so that he can see the wooden beams above. “Hey” says Mum, smiling, “how about we read a few things that might help us with our stories? Then we can go for a bike ride in the park, that always helps me think!” Alex tilts his head even further back to see Mum, “Okay, you read to me.” Mum smiles. “Here’s one about falling leaves,” she says. “The leaves in the wind are like sails without boats, carefree and joyful. Their colours sing to the blue of the sky and the green grass below. I imagine myself as tiny as an ant, riding one. The leaf would feel like paper, yet shine as church glass. My fingers would curl about the edge. Gravity pulling, air pushing and me just along for the ride.’”
Alex wiggles his toes on the wall, “Leaves are crunchy too. I’m gonna ride over some. Crunch! Crunch! Crunch!” Mum laughs, “Okay, here’s one about riding a bike, ‘All the way along the rain-washed track had been the sound of loose mud beneath the tyres, yet toward the end of the ride I heard a noise akin to music. Stuck above the wheel were soft autumn leaves, their stems striking the spokes as I rode.’” Alex gets to his feet, a determined look taking over his face. “Let’s make music with our bikes. Crunch! Splat! Splash! Crunch! Splat! Splash!” “Definitely,” says Mum, “let’s go!” Soon Alex and Mum are riding in the park. The leaves dance from branch to ground, colourful kites flying free of strings. Alex stops his bike to feel the bark of a tree, to see the green feathered lichen. “Perhaps this is where the fairies live,” he says. “Maybe in the wintry weather they stay warm in the lichen. Let’s write about that!”
2418 Celebrate RAF 100
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The Royal Air Force 100th year parade consisted of some of the Cadets and NCO’s from 2418 (Sherwood) Squadron, along with the Commanding Officer, travelling to Derby Cathedral for this momentous occasion. After parading around the street, all cadets entered the cathedral for the service. There were many different poems read and speeches made to commemorate the occasion. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed the parade, there were lots of spectators and the event was really well organised, 2418 certainly had a great day.
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This month we are featuring our girls section Gedling Southbank FC provide the opportunity for girls to learn and play football in a fun and safe environment. With our Little Kickers sessions for 3-5 year olds and teams for girls aged 6 – 16 there’s something for all ages. If you have played before or are new to the game our FA Level 1 coaches are here to help you learn the game and improve your skills. Another successful season has already seen our teams in semi-finals, finals, division runners up and division winners. With more games to play chances are these numbers are likely to increase. Planning for the 2018/19 season is already underway so if you are interested in taking up football or looking for a new team, whatever your age or ability, now is the time to get in touch with a full summer of training ahead. June sees our annual open training sessions where girls can come along and try it for free. For further details visit: w w w. g e d l i n g s o u t h b a n k f c . c o . u k / c l u b contact/ facebook.com/GedlingSouthbankGirls twitter.com/GSBgirls
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Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - 9 June - 2pm-4pm at Arnold Hill Academy, Gedling Rd, Arnold, NG5 6NZ. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall. Spanish Lessons For Children!!! - with La Jolie Ronde methodology, at The Milk Lounge, Arnold on Tuesdays 3.45pm to 4.15pm (0-3 yrs) & 4.15pm to 4.45pm (4-7 yrs). Contact Melie Hita on 07761 407932 or email:melie@inspirationallanguages.com Babies & Toddlers Playgroup - every Thurs 9.30am - 11.30am at St John’s Community Centre, Mansfield Rd, Carrington. A fun, friendly, supportive atmosphere. All welcome. For more info call Cynthia on 0115 960 2143. Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in Daybrook Baptist Church, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, Wed - 6.15-8pm. Visit our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun! 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 Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group- A fun & friendly group for babies and pre-schoolers. Mon 10.30am-12.30pm & 1st 3 Fridays monthly 10.30am-12.30pm (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 Rainbows, Brownies & Guides groups - call Sarah Spencer 854 5006. Beavers, Cub & Scout groups
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St Jude’s Youth Club - Wednesdays, 6-8pm (term time only) for 11-16 yrs. 50p entry. For more details please visit www.stjudesyouth.org.uk 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 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. Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UN. Mondays & Fridays 6.30pm-7.30pm, April to October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 Discover, Explore and Create Kids Art Group - at The Place Activity Centre, Sherwood. Be creative & imaginative using a range of different art materials & techniques. Take your Discover & Explore Arts Awards. Sat (term time) 7-9yrs-9.30-10.30am,10-11yrs-10.45-11.45am. Sessions are flexible for siblings. First session FREE. Contact Natasha 07742 949582 or e:sashaeast@sky.com 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. 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 Bread & Bitter Bump to Baby Group - Monday (except Bank Holidays) 10 - 12. Friendly, busy group. Suitable from bump to sitting babies only. Small play area with baby toys. Special offers during the group. Various events organised. Some weeks “chill and chat”. FREE admission. Contact 0115 960 7541 for more information. 1st Nottingham Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association- Every Mon (term time): 5.30pm - 8pm. Open to 5-14 yrs - boys & girls. At St Andrew’s Comm. Hall, Chestnut Grove, NG3 5AD. Contact: 1nottingham@boys-brigade.org.uk or 0115 912 0098 St Judes Toddler Group - Tues & Thurs (term time only), 9.30am - 11.15am at St Judes Church Hall, Woodborough Rd. Call Jenny on 0115 985 6131. MESSY CHURCH- Fun activities & creative worship for the whole family followed by lunch. 10.45am - 1pm, second Sat of the month at Sherwood Methodist Church. Call Rev Paul Worsnop on 0115 953 1186 for more info.
Finding the Perfect Babysitter Finding a babysitter is one of the most difficult tasks out there.
Whether you’re a new parent searching for your first ever babysitter, or a seasoned parent with four children looking for the next babysitter in a long string of carers, it’s complicated to find the perfect fit.
Taking the actual step of leaving your child with a babysitter is daunting. You’ll have all the emergency numbers listed
in full view. You’ll remind the sitter that you’re simply a phone call away if there’s a problem. Did you mention that the youngest needs to be in bed by eight? Does the babysitter remember that the oldest has a peanut allergy? As you walk out the door, you’ll have a frantic few moments. You might even want to change your plans and head right back into the house.
driver’s licence, so last minute bookings will be problematic. They all have their pros and cons, how can you choose?
As obvious as it may sound, meeting with the
potential babysitters first is one of the best ways to find the best carer for you. Use this opportunity to discuss requirements. If you haven’t negotiated this before meeting the sitter, determine in person how much the babysitter will charge you. What is their hourly rate? Will they accept a lower fee if all they need to do is sit on the couch while the child sleeps?
Budgets are important, of course, but they’re
are many ways to find babysitters, especially nowadays with all the online babysitting platforms that help connect parents with local babysitters. The challenging part is finding a carer you can trust and that fits with your family. In order to finally take that daunting first step out of the house and leave your child with a babysitter, you’ll need to find the right one.
not the only thing you should take into account when searching for a babysitter. A good way to figure out if the carer will fit with your family is to have them interact with your children in front of you. Simply bring your children along to the meeting. Don’t outright tell them it’s a test, but do watch them carefully. Do they greet the children or just you, the parents? Do they smile at your children, ask them a few questions, and have an approachable attitude? I once met up with a family at a café, where the parents had brought both their children. I’m not sure it was intentionally supposed to be a test but a couple days later, the family hired me as their babysitter because I was apparently the candidate that connected best with their children (despite having less experience than the other babysitters they met).
So,
Knowing
However, at one point or another, you’re going
to need that babysitter. Perhaps you’re going to get stuck late at work and you’ll need someone available at the last second. Or maybe you’ll want to go out on a well-deserved and relaxed date night.
There
how do you find the “right one”? One babysitter may have many references and lots of experience. Another babysitter might have a less expensive hourly rate than the first, but they also have less experience. That third babysitter is perfect but they live on the other side of town and do not yet have their
that you are leaving your child with someone they’ve met before, that they are friendly and comfortable can truly make that step out the door much easier for you.
Written by Sonia Juillet in collaboration with Babysits, the babysitting community of the UK, new to Nottingham, that helps parents and babysitters connect easily and quickly.
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YMCA Adventure Guides is all about strengthening bonds between parents and their children. Families plan their own shared adventures and experiences in tightly-knit groups, called ‘circles’. As well as circle activities, families engage with monthly expeditions, which can be anything from an evening of arts and crafts to a camping weekend in the great outdoors. Throughout summer 2018, there will be opportunities for families in circles across Nottinghamshire, including Newark, West Bridgford, Hucknal, Aspley, Chetwynd, Arnold, Clifton, Mansfield, Sutton-InAshfield, and The Meadows to attend a variety of weekend camping expeditions organised by the Nottinghamshire YMCA, designed to help build skills, friendships, and confidence in both children and parents. For more information you calll the Adventure Guides Manager on 0115 978 58 09. Email: adventure@ nottsymca.org or visit: https://nottsymca.com/ adventureguides/get-started
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If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 926 9777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Yoga - Mondays, Carrington. St John’s NG5 2DP Fun, uplifting, aerobic, relaxing, meditative. Contact - 07760886393 or
emily@yoganova.co.uk or www.yoganova.co.uk for details. 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 Light Exercise - Gedling Asian Elders Association. Light exercise (chair exercise) £3 including tea, biscuits & freshly prepared meal. Every Tues 11am -2pm. St Marks Church Hall, De-Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Tel Surjitsingh on 0115 958 3244 for more information. 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 Wednesday Lunch Club - Arnold Methodist Church. Cooked meal, company & friendship. Contact Mavis Flewitt on 952 0919. Woodthorpe W.I - meets 1st Monday of the month (except January) @ Good Shepherd Church Hall, 7.30pm. New members welcome. Contact 0115 956 2823. Indian Classical Dance - one to one or small groups sessions. £5 per hr. Call Aparna on 920 3319/07737 897720. 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 Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.egyptology-ssae.org Sherwood Community Centre & Christine’s Community Cafe - Mansfield Rd. Tel: 0115 962 1153, email: sherwoodcommunitycentre@hotmail.com or visit www.sherwoodcommunitycentre.co.uk for more info on a range of activities or room hire. 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 Age UK Notts “Silver Pride” - a social group for older gay and bi-men. Offering a range of social activities, walks, discussions etc. Meeting at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ. 2-4pm on 1st Friday of month. Cost £1. For further information please call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@ageuknotts.org.uk 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 Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community group for all interested in supporting the Park.For more details check www.fbcp.org.uk or email gillian.costello@ntlworld.com. Visit our park community cafe 10-noon Saturdays at Dynamo House, off Park Road, Bestwood Village. Nottingham 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. 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. Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ professional/business single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 7.30pm -10.30pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www. nottinghamroundabout.co.uk
Notts LGBT+ Network - gay, lesbian, bi, trans? For information and support on groups, pubs, meeting people, legal
issues, coming out, health or just need to talk, contact us on 0115 934 8485 (Monday to Friday 7pm - 9.15pm) or email: info@nottslgbt.com or text 07481 344040
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. Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. We meet at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG on the 4th Tuesday monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365. 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 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. FRIENDSHIP - I’m thinking of starting a group for single people, male & female with a view to making new friends, having days out etc. (we can make it up as we go along). The only criterion is to have a “positive outlook”. If you are interested in meeting for a chat to discuss this please email Sheila: inthepink0912@yahoo.co.uk
ng5 Sherwood Community Diary ..... Carrington Tenants’ and Residents’ Association - meets on the second Monday of every month at 7pm in the upstairs rooms of the Gladstone pub, Loscoe Road, Carrington. All Carrington residents are welcome.
Bonington Players - meet for rehearsals at 7.45pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays from August to May at the Old Peoples
Welfare Centre, Nottingham Road, Arnold. Productions are staged at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold. For more info call Linda on 0115 953 2807 or visit www.boningtonplayers.co.uk. Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet people? Try new activities & help in your local community, nationally & 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. 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 Age UK Notts “Older Lesbian Network” - provides opportunities for older lesbians aged 55+ to meet informally at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ approx. every 2 months for networking, sharing and social activities. For further information please call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@ageuknotts.org.uk The Nottingham Mechanics - . 3 North Sherwood St, Nottingham, NG1 4EZ. A centre for everyone. Meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. A host of groups to join including music, Writers’ Club, Poetry Society, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. Now rated 4* on google. For membership details contact: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353
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 Tea Dance - run by Nottingham Osteoporosis Society. Every Thursday 1.30pm - 4pm at Sherwood Community Centre. £2.50 includes tea and biscuits. All welcome. 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. Art Craft - Sherwood Depot Activity Centre, Melrose St (behind the old bus depot) - Art Craft, Music, Languages, Dance, Self improvement. Join in or hire space yourself. Tel: Jane or Jeremy 0115 985 6777. 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. Sherwood WI - meet last Tuesday monthly at United Reform Church, 1 Edwards Lane, Sherwood, NG5 3AA. New members warmly welcome. Contact via Facebook Group - Sherwood WI or tel: 01636 673550 Nottingham Branch British Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Doors open 7pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk 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. 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.
Drawing & Painting Classes - at Sherwood Textile Workshop on Mansfield Road, Sherwood. Classes to learn how to use oil paint, watercolours, acrylics and Chinese brush painting. Thursday and Friday evenings 6.30 to 9.30. We also do life drawing on Wednesday afternoon from 2 to 6pm. For more info call Peter on 0115 931 2422. 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, 1 Highbury Rd, NG6 9DD. For more info: Arthur 07775 725670 or Trish 07816 216418. EVERYONE WELCOME
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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 Nottingham Playgoers - Interested in theatre? We read the plays, visit the theatre & discuss them afterwards. We’re a very friendly group meeting Tuesday evenings 7-9pm at the Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nott’ham. Contact Sue Cullen on 0115 847 8423. Erewash Valley Wood Turners Association - meet 2nd Wednesday everty month at Greasley St Mary’s Church Hall, NG16 2AB. For more info visit www.evwa.org.uk
Together@ARNOLD - friendship group for over 60’s. Looking to meet new friends & join in new
& varied activities? Join us for a chance to chat, chill, have a laugh together & enjoy a 2 course lunch. We meet every Mon 10am-3pm at Eagles Nest Comm. Centre (Formerly Arnold Hill Comm. Centre), Gedling Rd, NG5 6NZ. For more info contact Kim on 07982 422392.
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Spanish Lessons!!! - enjoy learning Spanish...Spanish tutor for all ages and levels. For more information contact Ms Daniela. Call or text 07463 545873 or email: spanishtutornottingham@yahoo.com
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 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 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. 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. Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Tuesday of every month at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website: www.nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk 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 Socialising - social group for 20 - 40’s. Events include pub nights, quizzes, walks, classical concerts and any other social event - find us on facebook. Coffee Morning - every Tuesday - 10am til 1pm. Refreshments and a good old chat. New Testament Church, 173-175 Carlton Road, NG3 2FX. 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
Free Guided Health Walks - Best Foot Forward run friendly, easy walks across Nottingham city area every weekday. Walks from 30-90 mins in parks/green spaces. If you are new to walking or wanting to regain your fitness why not give it a try? 0115 844 0011 for more info. 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 Meditation Classes - Weekly on Mondays, 7.30 - 9pm. Drop-in classes suitable for all, Akshobya Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 5 Pelham Road, Sherwood Rise, NG5 1AP. Tel: 0115 985 7356 Patterns & Plains Patchwork & Quilting Group - meet 2nd & 4th Weds monthly - 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Arnold. Call 0115 960 6570 after 7pm for info. New members welcome. 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 Hucknall 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. 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.
Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers - every Tues morning 7 - 8.30am (except after Xmas day & Easter) at The
Westminster Hotel, 312 Mansfield Rd, NG5 2EF. For more info call 07894 412 281 or john.brayhome@ntlworld.com.
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 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 Friends of Nottingham Museum - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in The Maltcross, St.James Street. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734
Soroptimist International - a group of women who meet 1st & 3rd Monday monthly at Willoughby Hall, Notts University Main Campus. We carry out projects to support women & girls at local & international level. Join us for fun, friendship & to help with these projects. For more info & contact: http://sigbi.org/nottingham
Nottingham Wayfarers’ Rambling Club - New members welcome to join our Sunday walks, usually
into the Peak District, but other areas too. We often offer 3 different walks to suit all abilities. For more detail contact John on 01623 469427 or see our website: www.nottinghamwayfarers.com Sunday Assembly - are you non-religious but would enjoy being part of a friendly community that celebrates the one life we know we have? Different topics every month. Why not join us on the 1st Sun monthly -11am-12noon at The Canalhouse, Canal St, Nottingham.
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ummer is now well and truly upon us and so we cross our fingers with the weather as we welcome festival season. Lakeside’s International Children’s Theatre and Dance Festival, Wheee! has become a key event in the regional arts calendar for children and families. Set in the beautiful surroundings of Highfield Park there will be a host of performances by international companies: 28 May - 3 June. There’s more family entertainment on the way at Arnold Carnival (16-17 June). Big stage entertainment comes from local and professional entertainers. Favourites also include a fun dog show, children’s fun fair, craft marquees and food. Whilst we’re on the subject of food, prepare to make the most divine ice creams you’ve ever tasted at The School of Artisan Food (21 June/24 July). During this practical one-day course you will try your hand at making eight different types of vanilla ice cream. Prefer someone to cook for you? Craig Floate returns to Debbie Bryan after multiple sellout Supper Clubs to host an unforgettable evening on 15 June. This pop-up dining experience has a fresh, seasonal menu, and is never one to miss due to its high demand. Love music? Don’t miss the Forest Live season as Sherwood Pines welcomes Paul Heaton & Jacqui Adams (8 June), Gary Barlow (23 June) and UB40 (24 June). Nottingham’s biggest music festival, Splendour, returns for its tenth year at Wollaton Park (21 July). An epic line up of legends include
The Charlatans, Paloma Faith and The Stranglers. Not to be outdone, Southwell plays host to a perfect blend of rising stars, festival favourites and music legends at The Gate to Southwell Festival (7-10 June) and Newark Festival is back for its seventh year, headlined by Marti Pellow, along with Kim Wilde, Go West, Nick Heyward and Limahl. Outdoor entertainment continues in the form of theatre. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland will bring song and dance to Wollaton Park (8 July). Bring a picnic and enjoy a night of magical theatre under the stars at Newstead Abbey with Sense & Sensibility (15 July) Enjoy more of the great outdoors by joining the Sherwood Forest Trust for a special weekend celebrating the life and history of the great British Woodland, as they hold the annual Major Oak Woodland Festival in the heart of Sherwood Forest (9-10 June) or join the Nottingham Booklovers Walk (3 June/1 July) approx 1 mile in distance, it will showcase the city and celebrate the many writers, poets and published authors associated with Nottingham. Finally, see the city in a different light. Sunrise City is a 5k run or walk that takes place at 5.30am. The route takes you past famous landmarks, including Nottingham Castle and Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem before a picturesque return along the Notts-Beeston Canal (6 July).
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You can visit Tanya Louise's website www.tanyalouise.net/ She is also the editor of www.nottinghamlive.co.uk and writes for Nottingham Post, Exclusive Magazine, food and drink guide and many more, as well as being a presenter at Living Heritage Food Festivals around the UK.
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Woodthorpe Singers end of summer term concert 21 July at St Marks Church with Carlton Male Voice Choir. Tickets available by contacting tom.bird@ ntlworld.com via email. Book early!!
Radcliffe Male Voice Choir Concert Saturday 2nd June at 7pm
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The Rock’n’Soul Singers
Our very exciting ‘Singathon’ was held on March 17th. It was a fun packed day. The fabulous total of £3,000 was raised for the Notts and Lincs Air Ambulance and Youth Music. Many, many thanks, we couldn’t have done it without you! We are honoured to have been selected as one of four choirs to sing at a prestigious event organised by the National Association of Choirs Midlands East Group. This wonderful event takes place at The Albert Hall, Nottingham on Saturday June 9th. July 6th we will be enjoying some more fun times as we take part in the Beer and Music festival at the Horse and Jockey, Selston. Look out for us shaking those charity buckets! Saturday July 7th we are pleased to be making a return visit to our local gathering, the Underwood Festival. Let’s hope the sun shines for this fun filled family occasion. For further information, tickets and contact details please see our website and Facebook page. Look out for us www.rocknsoul.org.uk facebook.com/rocknsoulsingers
Eastwood Collieries’ Male Voice Choir has a busy rest of year! 9 June – National Association of Choirs Midlands East Group concert at the Albert Hall, Nottingham 22 June – concert for Breathe Easy Nottingham West Support Group at St Mary’s Church, Eastwood 15 July – the Cromford Road Festival, Langley Mill – 8 August – ECMVC at Little Eaton WI 18 August – the choir perform on Derby Market Place between 2pm and 3pm – The Cathedral Quarter Sings 15 September – ECMVC perform at St Mary’s Church, Eastwood Details of all the above can be found on our Facebook page or website – www.ecmvc.org It’s a great time to join the choir – why not give us a go as we prepare for our centenary year, starting September 2019? Call secretary, Ian – 07802 758223, or email secretary@ecmvc.org
Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby
Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit: www.gemconnection.org for more info or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome. Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Why not join Bestwood Male Voice Choir? Come to a rehearsal, no obligation or pressure, Tues from 7.45pm-9.45pm at Bestwood Village Comm Ctre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up. All teach by ear materials supplied. Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. During the year we arrange concerts to support charities. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 standard or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis.sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details. Sherwood Chorus - a friendly, relaxed group of people who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at the Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com for up-to-date details and further info. Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available. Phone 0115 931 2157 or www.thesaturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www.lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing? Come and join us. Wed 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www.carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook. com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - warmly welcomes new members, all abilities. No auditions, no need to read music. Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Mon, 8-9.45pm, term time only For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732. * SUMMER CONCERT 21 JULY* 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 Heather - 07941 121091 or email: heather@ng7.org.uk Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers - If you enjoy singing and would like to join us please get in touch on 01773 780192. Nottingham Clarion Choir - a welcoming & inclusive choir, campaigning through international song for justice, peace & freedom. No auditions! We practice Sundays-7.30-9.30pm. For more info: www. nottinghamclarionchoir.net Just Sing! - Ladies community choir. Traditional, pop, musical theatre, folk. Cheaper than therapy! Tues, term-time at 7.30pm at St Swithuns Church, Woodborough. For more info call Cate 07717 582507/cate. actually@gmail.com. Open Voices - choirs especially suitable for adults with learning difficulties. Beeston (Tues), West Bridgford (Tues) & Sherwood (Fri). 10am - 12 noon. For more info call Music for Everyone on 0115 958 9312. Nottinghamshire Rock Choir - Rock Choirs are run in West Bridgford, Beeston and Rainworth all on different days/times. We are always looking for new members, if you love to sing then come and join! No need to audition or read music. Visit www.rockchoir.com for more info and to sign up for a Free taster session.
Congratulations to the joint winners of Carlton Male Voice Choir’s 2018 Music Maker Award, pianist Konya Kanneh-Mason and saxophonist Nathan Holroyd. Both 17 year olds from Mapperley gave solo performances to great acclaim at the choir’s recent Festival Concert in the Albert Hall, Nottingham. There will be another opportunity to see these wonderful young musicians perform with the choir on Saturday 23rd June at the Nottingham High School. All proceeds of the concert will be donated to the NSPCC and particularly to the Jenny Farr Community centre in Mapperley Park. Further information about this concert can be found on Carlton Male Voice Choir’s website www.carltonmvc.org .
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Gem Connection were visited recently by Draycott and Wilne WI Ladies Group. They attended a rehearsal evening taking lovely homemade cakes which were enjoyed by everyone. The Gems entertained them with a mixture of songs from their repertoire. Also attending this rehearsal was the Ladies Association of British Barbershop Singers (L.A.B.B.S.) Liaison Representative, Brenda Rothwell, who presented Long Service Awards to members of the chorus. Rachael Murphy, Burnie Daws and Jenny Sedley each received a certificate and pin badge for achieving 30 years and Ev Purser for 25 years’ service. To close the evening, the WI ladies joined together with the gems for the WI anthem “Jerusalem”.
Kanneh Mason Charity Concert Friday 14 September
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The Fifty Something Tale
Re-wind to my 30th birthday. No kids, good job, partying every weekend. Life was a breeze. Then a decade later with two kids and a grown-up house I still felt OK. “life begins at forty”, “fabulous at forty”, and other positive messages abound in my cards. However, approaching the big Five-O there was radio silence...Three years in and I now know why!!!
“You
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The fifties is a secret club. The first rule of the fifties club is you don’t talk about the fifties. The second rule of the fifties club is you DO NOT talk about the fifties. I have decided to break these rules and share with you some of my tales of getting old.
My moment of clarity occurred at work the other day. Popping to the loo I suddenly felt unreasonably angry and annoyed that I had jeans on - I had to tackle a belt, buttons and a zip, it was all too much for an old gal! Sadly I had to acknowledge that I had passed over to the dark side that is elasticated waistbands. The jegging has become my garment of choice. They hold things in, allow expansion and are easy to get on and off. What’s not to like??? After this depressing realisation, I had to face the fact that things would never be the same again. I began to log incidences of my strange behaviour and then had to stop as it was becoming worryingly regular.
Here are a few of my recent ones. It helps to prefix with “You (meaning me!) know you are getting old when...” ..you put the yogurt in the cupboard rather than the fridge and scarily cannot even recall doing so.
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Maybe it‛s true that life begins at fifty. But everything else starts to wear out, fall out or spread out. Phyllis Diller
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..you add screenwash to the washing machine instead of fabric conditioner (sorry boys). ...you get in the shower but forget to take your glasses off. (Screenwash would have been handy in there!!). ...you can’t get off the sofa without making a strange grunting, moaning sound. Men don’t have it any easier either. My other half now has more hair on his back than on his head and is currently pondering the viability of the world’s longest comb-over. Or more like a comb-up-and-over!! However there are advantages to getting older. You qualify for Saga holidays. You no longer care about what anyone else thinks (I refer you back to the jeggings). Saying “no” becomes easier. You can use your kids as a taxi service instead of the other way round. Am I convincing you? No? Me neither!!! © Ali Wale
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am an unashamed cheese lover. There is not much in the great global canon of cheese that I have tried that I don’t like. I can even be tempted to a gloop of the notoriously strong Stinking Bishop if the mood takes me. Cheese has a fascinating history, although no one is entirely sure who made the first cheese, it is believed that the process dates back more than 5000 years. Its manufacture is even depicted in the murals of ancient Egyptian tombs. Some believe it was discovered accidently when an Arabian merchant put his supply of milk into a sheep’s stomach pouch as he set out on his journey. The hot sun and the rennet in the stomach lining caused the milk to separate into curds and whey. Today there are a myriad of cheeses, eaten almost everywhere in the world in one form
or another. In Nottinghamshire we have the “king” amongst cheeses in our local Stilton and have recently re-discovered our love of the traditional soft “Colwick Cheese”. I can’t think there is ever a day when there isn’t a good mature Cheddar in my fridge, but I am easily tempted and more often than not there will be at least half a dozen pieces of cheese, of varying vintage, nestled at the back somewhere. A quick perusal today reveals, Cheddar, Emmental, Parmesan, Haloumi, Edam, Stichelton, Cambozola and Roquefort, as well as several cream cheeses. As I am probably not alone in this, I thought it might be useful to share some really, really easy recipes for using up your left-over cheeses (of course you can always just mix it all together and grill it on toast, if that works for you!).
Abby Brennan is a former cafe owner, she now cooks, writes, speaks and blogs about food and food policy. You can find her @greatfoodclub magazine & at fishwifeskitchen.com
Easy Peasy Cheese Straws
Unctuous Baked Cheese with Garlic and Herbs
Peach and Blue Cheese Salad
Ingredients (serves 8)
Ingredients (serves 4 as a starter)
Ingredients (serves 4)
350g pack ready-rolled puff pastry 4 large handfuls of strong hard cheese, grated (Parmesan, Emmental, Cheddar, Gruyere all work well) A little plain flour
1 soft cheese with a rind such as camembert or brie, in a box Handful of chopped herbs (chives, thyme, flat-leafed parsley) 1 garlic clove, finely sliced.
½ Ciabatta loaf, sliced 1 bag mixed salad leaves Handful of mint leaves, torn 4 peaches cut into 8 pieces 140g blue cheese of your choice (brie also works) 100g sugar snap peas, sliced lengthways For the dressing: 1tsp clear honey Squeeze lemon juice 2tbsp olive oil
Method Heat the oven to 220°C Unroll the puff pastry and scatter over the handfuls of cheese, fold in half, seal the open edges. Lightly flour a surface and then roll out your pastry until it is around the thickness of a pound coin. Cut into 1cm strips and twist 3 times. Lay on a non-stick baking sheet, scatter over some more cheese and then bake for up to 12 mins or until golden brown.
Method Heat the oven to 220°C. Take the cheese out of its box and remove all packaging. Pierce the top of the cheese with a sharp knife and insert pieces of garlic, then place the cheese back in the box. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 15mins. Take it out of the oven and remove the lid. Cut a large cross through the top of the cheese and peel back the rind. Scatter over the herbs, and perhaps a grind of black pepper. Serve with crusty bread.
Method Toast the slices of ciabatta and drizzle with 1tbs olive oil. Make the dressing by whisking the remaining oil, honey and lemon juice, season to taste. Place all the other ingredients in a large bowl and toss with the dressing before serving.
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Discrimination at Work by Helen Jones How many of you have used the word discrimination to describe a workplace behaviour or as a response to something said to you by a friend or colleague? We all think we know what it means and that there may be some redress if it’s encountered at work, but it may be useful to use this article to define what it means in law. Whilst large multinational companies have HR professionals and legal departments to deal with alleged incidents, many smaller organisations do not. And it’s in these environments that certain behaviours can flourish if not dealt with quickly and efficiently. The characteristics that are protected by the Equality Act 2010 are: • Age • Disability • Gender Reassignment • Marriage or Civil Partnership • Pregnancy and Maternity • Race • Religion or Belief • Sex • Sexual orientation The legislation also protects you if people in your life, like family members or friends, have a protected characteristic and you’re treated unfairly because of that. If you think that you are a victim of any kind of discrimination at work then you should firstly make your management aware. There is a lot of help and advice available to workers who are not union members. The Citizens Advice Bureau is a good source of information (www.citizensadvice.org.uk) as is ACAS (www.acas.org.uk) 0300 123 1100. Never feel you have to suffer in silence. There is always help available.
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PRESS UPS AND PULL UPS
Many of you will be familiar with these exercises. They are some of the primary movements you first learn when starting out in any form of physical activity. Both are highly important in every day life, as we use the majority of these muscle groups for daily tasks… so if you have ever wondered why you see push ups and pull ups in just about every exercise plan or fitness regime it is because these are the staple exercises for the foundation of upper body movements.
The Pull Up The pull up is like the holy grail for most people. It’s hard to achieve and extremely hard to progress with, this is why most of us give up. Not only is it beneficial to be able to perform this exercise for its strength benefits but also for improved posture. Performing too many chest dominated exercises will leave you round shouldered giving you bad posture and often, posture related issues. Between these two exercises alone you are using the majority of the upper body muscle groups. Imagine the time you could save if you became great at these two exercises…
The Press Up
Positioning the Pull Up
Most of us get the positioning of the press up wrong, working more of the shoulders and triceps than the actual chest. This happens when we have our hand placement to high and our elbows turned out too far towards a 90-degree position. Hand Position
Ideally we want our hands placed just outside shoulder width on a bar overhead. The aim of the game here is to:
Hands should be placed just outside of our chest width to start with (basic press up), inline with our chest and not our shoulders.
1. Keep your chest high (forward/diagonally pushed up) 2. Fully extend decompressing your scapular (shoulder blades) 3. Pull from your elbows towards your hips 4. Aim to get your chin above the bar
Elbows should be positioned at a 45-degree angle to ensure chest activation rather than shoulders. Focus on keeping elbows locked into that 45-degree position resisting the temptation to lift and drive from the shoulders. Once you can perform numerous press ups from your toes (use your knees if you struggle to begin with) then you can practise using different set ups to improve your press ups further. Overhead View of Positioning
Normal
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“Diet starts on Monday" is a phrase I have repeated to myself many times, because, well we all need that last blow out before things get seriously healthy. Except that the diet never really starts.
At times I’d make it through Monday or maybe even Tuesday with a calorie restricted meal consisting of mainly lettuce and other similarly non-satiating ingredients, only to find myself “accidentally” eating an entire pack of biscuits in some raging hunger fuelled act of retaliation. With that indulgence, the diet would be ruined and I’d have to wait for another Monday to get seriously healthy again. If this pattern Don’t sounds familiar, don’t despair, we’ve all been there, in fact the majority of diets fail. Mostly, we aim to eat too little, count calories or simply lack the right support to correctly reinforce positive habits. So what’s the solution?
Besides, what you get out of the food i.e. the nutrients, such as vitamins and minerals are far more important.
SUPPORT Like with anything new, it helps a great deal if you aren’t alone in the process. Let’s face it, trying to make better food choices when constantly exposed to “bad” foods is hard enough, let alone doing this without a pat on the back. These days you only have to mention the word all of a sudden everyone questions expect a diet dietand plan your motives. It is advantageous if friends and family are supportive, but the best way to stay on track is to Evidence answer to a professional who is less likely to allow you that Sunday night binge. STRUCTURE Probably the most important aspect of any weight loss plan is structure. Think about it this way: you are hungry, have had a busy day and you have no idea what to have for dinner, then carbs accidentally jump into your mouth! “Something healthy” is rarely tangible whilst ravenously hungry, which is whyWhat a well structured eating plan that gives you concrete priorities is a must for success.
NO MORE CALORIES First things first, calorie counting has a limited use. Don’t believe me? Here is why: A 100g bar of milk chocolate has approximately 600 calories which is exactly the same calorie content that 100g of almonds have. If you eat 100g of almonds, you can’t break down the fibrous nuts so well, so chances are you only actually absorb 1/3 of the calories or The Wholefood Plan is a 30-day eating plan based on circa 200 calories. This pattern is the same for most It’s personal the principles of structure and support without the need unprocessed foods. Eat the chocolate however and you to count calories. It’s expert-led and tailored to your are stuck with the full 600 calories. individual needs for maximum results. Visit www.wholefoodwarrior.co.uk/theplan for more information.
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Summer School A 4 week course in Argentine Tango
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Make Time for a Date Night A charity in Nottinghamshire is offering advice on how to make more time for your relationship. One in ten adults in the East Midlands says they “never” find dedicated time to spend with their partner and some only spend time together just once or a few times a year.
This is according to figures released by relationship support charity, Relate. The good news is that nearly half of people living in the East Midlands manage to spend dedicated time with their partner, such as a date night, once a week or more. According to the research, partners with children are considerably less likely to find time to spend together. Relate Nottinghamshire provides relationship support and says that spending quality time together is a key ingredient for a healthy relationship. “We are concerned that time-strapped couples, particularly those with young children, are struggling to find opportunities to enjoy each other’s company and we are offering tips for turning things around” Relate counsellor, Dee Holmes says “Relationships are good for our health and wellbeing so it’s important to make time for them throughout the year”. Relate Nottinghamshire’s tips on finding time for your relationship: Remember that dates can be cheap or free. It could be a
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walk in the park, a bike ride or a trip to the museum. Keep it fair. Write one list each of things you’d like to do together. Select any activities that appeal to you both, put them in a jar and pick them out randomly. Step out of your comfort zone. If your partner suggests a date idea that’s not completely up your street, don’t dismiss it immediately. Trying something that’s a bit of a challenge will let you see each other in a new light and you may end up loving it. Make it work for you. Some people like to try different things each time whereas others prefer a routine and have something they do together each week. If you’re low on time, try a date hour. This could be a coffee during the day while your kids are at a swimming lesson, an hour eating a meal together with no phones, and no TV just the two of you. Relate Nottinghamshire’s nonjudgmental services support individuals, couples, families, children, young people and friends to strengthen their relationships.
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Help a child in Nottinghamshire At Nottinghamshire County Council we are looking for people throughout the county to provide safe and loving foster homes for children and young people. Fostering is such a rewarding experience, making a positive impact on children’s lives and helping them to build their confidence. Foster carers Johnathan and Emma believe that fostering has brought them closer together: “Since we started the process, we have found the whole experience very therapeutic and in many ways it has brought us closer as a couple and as a family.” The couple say that during their training they met “wonderful foster carers who gave sound advice” as well as an insight into day-to-day fostering experiences. We would love to talk to anyone living in Nottinghamshire who may be thinking about fostering and could welcome a child into their home. We can talk you through the application process, the training we will give you and how we’ll support you every step of the way, and if you have any questions, we are here for you. We have a wealth of information about the
allowances and further training opportunities that would be available to you as one of our foster carers. There are several ways that you can find out more about fostering with us, including our website where you can learn about out who can foster, see when there’s an information event near you, watch true story videos and learn about the different types of foster care you could provide. You can sign up to our monthly email for an insight on fostering with regular real life stories from our foster carers. Follow us on Facebook to keep up to date with fostering news or come along to one of our events and have a chat with us or give us a call. Visit our website: nottinghamshire.gov.uk/ fostertoday Sign up to Fostering in Nottinghamshire emails: nottinghamshire.gov.uk/emailme Follow our fostering Facebook page: facebook. com/fosternotts Call us on 0300 500 80 80. We hope to hear from you soon and help you to start your fostering journey.
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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 charity groups. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Call 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 on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk
Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone effected 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 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
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.
Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call
07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk
Dyslexia Action, Nottingham - specialist tuition for literacy and numeracy for all ages. Full psychological assessments. Exam access arrangements. Awareness training for schools, colleges, work-based trainers and employers. Our Nottingham Office is based at 2 King Street, NG1 2AS. Please phone 0115 948 3849 for more information and a free consultation. Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-toface advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or call 07973 113 882 Sherwood Stroke Club - meets every fortnight on Fridays 10.30am - 2pm. United Reform Church Hall, Edwards Lane, Sherwood. Offering friendship & support. New members welcome. For details call 0115 962 6410 or 0115 926 7853. Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: eve@ frameworkha.org Recovery from Separation & Divorce Course - an 8 week course starting soon to help anyone struggling with the effects of relationship breakdown. At a city centre location. Contact Judy or Phil on 0115 779 1315 or email: judy. collinge@gracechurchnottingham.org 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.
Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge to people with any terminal illness and their carers. For a few hours each week, our trained volunteers will visit people in their homes offering companionship and support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or email: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.mariecurie. org.uk/helper for more information. 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 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
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
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 Tea Dance - run by Nottingham Osteoporosis Society. Every Thursday 1.30pm - 4pm at Sherwood Community Centre. £2.50 includes tea and biscuits. All welcome.
Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk 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
Sherwood - helping hand group directory Real Quality Care - Offers home help for over 65’s. First half hour free with promotion code RQC1 (1 hr min). Tel: Steph - 0115 854 7093 or 07947 424741
Notts Peer to Peer Network - info for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire and 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 visit: www.nottspeertopeernetwork.com 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 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 Contact the Elderly - If you want to make a difference to the lives of elderly people in your local community, why not consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Tracy Parr on 01522 306565/07914 152679 or email: tracy.parr@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info. 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
Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780.
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
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
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. 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 Open Wings - centre for adults with learning disabilities. Individual programmes and person centred learning @ Sherwood Community Centre - open Monday to Friday. www.openwingsadultlearning.co.uk. Call Anna 07828 268487 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.
Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Kevin or Alison on 0115 962 1153
SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led
meetings are held in Nottingham on Thurs evenings & Sat mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www.smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help UK 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk
Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire Ileostomy & Internal Pouch Support Group - a charity which is a self help group for people with these medical conditions. For more information please go to www.nottsandderbyia.org.uk Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider. Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page)
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 infol: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm
Dizzy Self Help Group - for anyone in Notts area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s meetings
are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers & for mutual support. Meet at The City Mission, Parliament St. For more info ring Jeff on 0115 8451360.
FREE legal advice clinic - at the CORE centre, Calverton every Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30pm. Lauren is a specialist family resolution lawyer and offers a minimum 45 min confidential free meeting. Call Lauren on 07990 806086 or email: lauren@focusfamilylaw.co.uk
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
Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177.
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Branch welcomes people from Arnold, Gedling, Carlton, Mapperley & Sherwood areas. We meet the 2nd Thurs each month at St Georges Comm Centre, Victoria St, Netherfield at 1.30pm. Further info from Jim Bennett 847 7639. MS Society - Nottingham and District Branch Drop-in meeting, the 2nd Wednesday every month at Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. We meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS including carers and family. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or contact Doug for more information. Tel: 0115 966 3582
Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by curcumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Edin’s, Broad Street at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046. 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 Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5pm - 7pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Just turn up.
Al_Anon - is a family group who meet twice weekly to give support to family & friends who have or are living with the stress
of alcoholics. The meetings take place at 25 Clarendon St, Nottingham. Mon 7pm - 8.30pm & Fri 7.30pm - 9pm. For more info call 020 7403 0888 or visit: www.al_anonuk.org.uk
My Sight Notts - provides support & advice for people with sight loss including aids & equipment, IT support, sighted
guides & befriending, peer support & social groups, arts & choir, sports & healthy lifestyle activities. For more info call 0115 9706 806 or email: info@mysightnotts.org.uk. We are at Sherwood Library 1pm-3pm on Tuesday 1 August.
Heart Support Group - run by Nottingham City Primary Care Cardiac Service. Meet on first Wednesday each month from 2-4pm at Bakersfield Comm. Centre. Also groups in Clifton and Hyson Green. Contact cardiac team for more info on: 0115 883 4733
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This specialist programme consists of seven, two hour weekly sessions at venues throughout Nottingham and covers a different aspect of dementia in each session. The groups are facilitated by specialists in dementia group work and will give carers a chance to learn more about the illness, the services that are available and gain support from other carers. Help with respite services and transport may be available. We hope that by reaching out to carers who are coping with managing their own lives as well as caring for someone with this very debilitating disease there will be an opportunity to gain a better understanding of dementia by
understanding the changes in communication and behaviours, learning how to look after themselves as well as those they care for, understanding nutrition, infection control, treatable dementias and manage continence care. We also have information on other services, respite care, carer’s assessments and we discuss the legal implications of caring for someone with dementia, look at the Mental Capacity Act and what it means as well as welfare benefits. All this will hopefully improve the quality of life of both the carer and the cared for by increasing carer’s knowledge of dementia and improving coping skills, confidence and morale. The sessions also aim to reduce the sense of isolation. The programme is free to those that live in the Nottingham City and the County, all we ask is for a small contribution for refreshments. For more information or to book a place on one of our programmes please ring Bev Pearson on 0115 978 6133 or 07745 956880
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HOW TO CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BEAT TEAM To contact your local beat team telephone Nottingham Police on 101 Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant: Sgt 620 Wealthall Team No: 101 Ext: 802 4411 basfordsnt@nottinghamshire. pnn.police.uk
Team Members: PC 1519 O’ Heochaidh 07792 437303 padraig.oheochaidh@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk PC 3648 Reid 07917 271021 simon.reid3648@nottinghamshire. pnn.police.uk
from your Neighbourhood Beat Team... The hot weather is finally on the way (hopefully). We can pack away the woolly cardigans, cosy slippers and furry mittens . Bring on those long summer days (weather permitting!). Our key message is to have fun and enjoy your time off, but please be safe and stay vigilant during the coming summer months. Things to consider in the hot weather: At home...
Thieves can get in through open windows, even when you’re in the house. If you are indoors, use PCSO 4910 Cooper 07887 500541 fanlight windows for ventilation laura.cooper4910@nottinghamshire. and lock the lower windows. If you do not have these, use lockable pnn.police.uk window restrictors. When you go out, always close and lock external PCSO 4233 Richardson doors and windows, even if you are 07976 171467 just going out for a short time. sarah.richardson4233@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk Window locks can be seen from outside and could deter a burglar PCSO 4327 Thomas from forcing the window. 07971 048419 alexander.thomas4327@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk
CPO 9916 Moralee 07947 336650 craig.moralee@nottinghamshire. pnn.police.uk CPO 9958 Dening 07903 759515 rachael.dening@nottinghamshire. pnn.police.uk
If you have deadlocks, use them. They make it more difficult for a thief to get out again. Never leave the key near the door or in an obvious place nearby. If you have a flat roof extension, the windows above it should always be locked.
sounding after 20 minutes and lights don’t disturb your neighbours. Out and about... Lakes and rivers can look inviting on a hot day but beware of possible dangers beneath, like jagged rocks, broken bottles and strong currents. Pets... Please don’t leave dogs in vehicles – even for a few minutes – as temperatures inside can rise rapidly, making dogs very distressed. It can even prove to be fatal. When the weather is warm, owners should always ensure that their pets have plenty of cool, fresh drinking water. Vehicles... Unlocked doors and open windows on vehicles are invitations to criminals, so secure it even if you are only popping into a shop, paying for petrol or getting a car park ticket. Don’t forget to lock the boot and sun roof too. Be a good neighbour - if you see anyone acting suspiciously in your neighbourhood, call the police on 101 or, in an emergency, 999. For more advice and crime prevention information please visit our website http://www. nottinghamshire.police.uk/advice
Never leave garages or sheds unlocked, especially if they connect to your property.
Find your Safer Neighbourhoods team by entering your postcode Visible burglar alarms and carefully directed security lighting can deter on the homepage of www.nottinghamshire.police.uk burglars. Make sure alarms stop 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