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Hopefully as you read this we are still enjoying the last of the summer sunshine. Why not enjoy it with a cocktail? See the Fishwife’s Kitchen recipes for some inspiration.

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Time seems to be flying this year and we need to remind you that the next edition will be the Christmas one... arghhhh. So if you have an event you want to promote please get in touch soon.

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Haydn Interiors LTD

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NOTTINGHAM COMBI SERVICES Over 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE

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Steve Earnshaw

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JOHN WHITE

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Arnold Building & Roofing Ltd Family Business NO JOB TOO SMALL RIDGE TILES • CHIMNEY STACKS SLATES OR TILES FITTED GUTTERS REPAIRED OR RENEWED P.V.C FASCIA BOARDS OR CLADDING

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T&L HOME IMPROVEMENTS Over 20 years’ experience we specialise in the fitting of quality Windows, Doors, Conservatories & Conservatory Roof Replacements Windows Fitted From

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Electrical, plastering and joinery services also available.

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Used twice. Complete with shampooer. £60. 0115 963 1273

WANTED. Old HiFi stereo equipment, speakers, record decks, amps etc. Also old fishing items or full set-ups wanted by collector.

Anything considered. 07855 994605 BIKES WANTED. Adult road racer or mountain.

Any age or condition. Will collect and pay cash.

Julie 07971 692815/shoemaduk@gmail.com Billings Boats HMS Bounty. Model NR492.

Partially built. £100. 0115 927 5497 Shed Clearance. Boxes of hammers, nails, screws & garden tools. £50 ono. 0115 9822304 Spare Wheel. Nissan Micra brand new “get you home” spare wheel. £25 ono. 0115 926 2169 Folding Double Bed. With headboard. VGC. £50. 0115 927 2249 Shoe Cupboard. Holds 32 pairs of shoes.

Brand new, still boxed. £50. 0115 927 2249 Rug. Mainly red, cream & blue. Brand new.

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69 matching pieces inc. plates, dishes, cups etc. £70. 01623 793849 3 Bobbin Lace Books & 1 Lace Making Book. £15. 01623 793849 Steam Train Plates. In boxes. £10 each (half normal price). 0115 953 1692 2 x Car Ramps. VGC. £15. 07787 982245 Eye Candy Peach 3 Twin Travel Set. Inc. 2 x carry cots (unused), 2 car seats with IS06 bases. £500. 0115 874 9330 JDW Stereo. 3 CD mini hi-fi system with PLL radio, cassette & turntable. Silver, brand new.

1A Column DVD & CD Cabinet. Oak finish.

Electric Fan Heater. White. £100 the lot.

07726 733221 40 Pairs Pierced Earings. Silver, gold, mixed metals etc.. £30 the lot. 07985 240292 Classic Car Enthusiast.

Rover P6 2000 model - set of 4 stainless steel wheel trims. £100 ovno. 0115 938 4148/07811 975448 Rover P6 2000 Model 1972 Owners Manual.

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With powerpack. Almost new. Cost £470.Offers.

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

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

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Professionals in Energy Saving Glass

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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini (King of Wands, Five of Wands, The Tower) Get ready to rumble.

Seeing how things really are is a quality Air signs are born with. Alas, that also sometimes curses you with saying how it is too, and that doesn’t always go down well. Well, you’re thick skinned enough to take the flak and the truth needs to be said. Expect a reaction and some changes as a result, but know that the relationships you go forth with now are based on firmer foundations.

Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius

(The Sun, Knight of Swords, The Hermit) In or out?

It’s time to get serious with yourself about the decision you face. Are you in or out? If you can make a confident choice and then devote your powerful energies and wily mind to making a go of it, then a new era of success and prosperity is achievable. Everything starts within, so make this decision internally and set off with intent.

Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus

(Six of Cups, Four of Cups, Knight of Coins) Shake off this mood.

Everyone feels nostalgia for a certain person or time in their life, and happy memories are precious. But if you start to let yourself believe that your best days are behind you, then you’re in danger of making that the case. You’ve become apathetic about the gifts right under your nose. Shake off this mood before it takes a deeper hold.

Water signs- Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio

(The Wheel of Fortune, The Tower, Queen of Cups) The house of cards is set to tumble.

One little change has a knock on effect across your whole life, setting off a chain reaction of ups and downs which leave your head spinning. Don’t resist this tidal wave. In fact, roll with it and keep acknowledging your emotions as you do so. Let your best hopes, not your fears, guide you through a challenging, but invigorating, period.

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.

Kerry will be doing readings in person at The Tarot Van, in the courtyard of Nottingham Industrial Museum, from 12-2pm on Sunday 29th October.

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

Over 20 years experience

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Martin Page

Carrington &

Sherwood Area’s Local Tree Surgeon Have you considered? Just like the rest of your property your trees may need some maintenance from time to time?

Are your trees too tall, unsafe or untidy?

Are they blocking light from yours, or your neighbour’s property?

With o v e r 25 years of experience working with trees in your area I would be pleased to offer you free advice and a free quotation.

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Founded in 1991, Nottingham Concert Band comprises 60+ regular members of woodwind, brass and percussion sections and performs all over the East Midlands. Enquiries about membership and concerts are always welcome: contact Jeff on 01949 860126 or e-mail music@nottinghamconcertband.org.

The band rehearse at Jesse Gray School, West Bridgford. Upcoming events: Sat 7 October - the 2017 Eric Coates Society concert. Sat 18 November the band join the West Bridgford Singers for a concert at West Bridgford Methodist Church. For more info on the band find them on Facebook or www.nottinghamconcertband.org

Eastwood Collieries' Male Voice Choir is well into a very busy second half of the year and we are delighted to introduce to you our fantastic new principle accompanist, Gemma Marshall, who is now firmly seated on the piano stool!

After a summer of amazing events, we are looking forward to a number of big concerts in the early autumn, including: 21 October, ECMVC will once again be joining Derwent Brass at St Peter's Church, Belper, for a 'Last Night at the Proms' concert, which has previously been a sell-out event.

27 October - ECMVC in concert with Sonara Singers at Underwood Church.

24 November, we will be appearing at the Methodist Church, Stanley Common, near Ilkeston.

Centenary celebrations starting in September 2019 and we have some fantastic announcements in the pipeline!

All the choir's latest news can be found on our website - http://www.ecmvc.org> www.ecmvc.org - and Facebook page - facebook.com/ecmvc. Alternatively, give the secretary a call on 07802 758223 to talk about events, booking the choir, or even if you're interested in coming along to consider joining us. Better still, email secretary@ecmvc.org and ask to be put on our mailing list to receive all the news as it happens!

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

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

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

Phone 0115 931 2157 or www.thesaturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www. lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing? Come and join us. Wednesdays 7.30pm 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www. carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook. com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gem Connection Ladies Harmony Chorus are currently polishing up their package ready to take to their National Competition in Bournemouth.

If you would like to see their performance before they leave for Bournemouth, they will be holding an Open Evening at the Long Eaton School, Thoresby Road, Long Eaton NG10 3NP,on Thursday October 19th. 7.45pm.

The ladies would love an audience to perform to. Please feel free to go along to support them. It’s free!

If you would like to have a go at singing with this National Award Winning Chorus, they will be holding a Six Week Love To Sing Course beginning on Thursday January 12th 2018 at the Long Eaton School.

For more information on GEM CONNECTION and their LOVE TO SING COURSE please visit their website; www. gemconnection.org or call Maralyn on 01332 761394.

Carlton Male Voice Choir latest concerts...

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7th - St Jude’s Church, 405 Woodborough Rd, NG3 5HE 14th - Trowel 4th - St Mark’s Church, Nott’ham Rd, Mansfield (for Soroptimists) 25th - St Martin’s Church, Bilborough, NG8 3BH

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Bingham & District Choral Society Our 2017/18 season has now begun and we are enjoying the challenge of learning Haydn’s Creation, the first major piece in this year’s programme, which we will be performing with Mansfield Choral Society in Southwell Minster on Saturday 25th November. There is still time for new singers or returners to come along and enjoy three free sessions with us before deciding whether you would like to join the choir. Our rehearsals take place between 7.15pm and 9.30pm on Wednesdays during school term time, at Carnarvon Primary School, Nursery Road, Bingham. Visit our website www.binghamchoral.org.uk for further details. You can also email us at choir@ binghamchoral.org.uk or ring Valerie Morgan (Choir Secretary) on 0115 933 2353 for a chat.

We would also like to remind you that the deadline for the BDCS Bursary and Prize is 31st October 2017. This exciting new competition to develop young musical talent in the area is open to anyone aged under 24 years on that date. Full details about the competition and how to enter are once again to be found on our website

Rock n Soul Singers

Nov 15: 3pm - Skegby Methodist Church Nov 22 - Portland College, Mansfield Festive light switch on Dec 20: 7.30pm - Christmas Celebration Concert at Selston Parish Hall For more details on all our concerts visit: www.rocknsoul.org.uk or facebook.com/rocknsoulsingers For more info on the choir call 01773 780192

Singsation Musical Theatre Course Beauty And The Beast Mon 23rd & Tues 24th October SING ACT DANCE Daily musical theatre workshops with an end of course performance. For boys & girls aged 5-14. 9am - 3.30pm St James Church, Church Lane Brinsley, NG16 5AB Full course £50 To book call Charlotte on 07581 020959 www.yourcommunitychoir.com AN EVENING OF MUSICAL ENTERTAINMENT featuring NOTTINGHAM BLUECOAT SINGERS Saturday, 28th October 2017 at 7.00 pm Arnold Methodist Church, Front Street, Arnold Tickets £10 (inc refreshments) Tel: 0115 9757800 or bmcdonald351@btinternet.com Nottingham Symphonic Wind Orchestra

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After years of separately doing their arse-kicking thing with varying degrees of success, each one has been left in very different circumstances. But when a mysterious and shadowy cult known as the Hand begins an attack on New York that could spell the literal crumbling of the city to nothing but dust, these four heroes must put aside their personal problems and differences and together bare the full weight of all the city’s problems and stop once and for all the sinister force behind its downfall.

With any team-up project on this scale the main and inescapable worry is always: how are they going to do so many characters justice? Thankfully this show does an unbelievably good job, highlighting the best elements from all the different shows.

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Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - 11 November - 2pm-4pm at Arnold Hill Academy, Gedling Rd, Arnold, NG5 6NZ. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.

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.

Bamboo Yoga Studio - children and family yoga classes available from 6 weeks to 10 years. Learn amazing techniques together to keep you all calm and healthy. A fantastic and fun way to bond! Please see website for more details: www.bambooyoga.net or contact Karen on 07412 503599/karen@ bambooyoga.net Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in St Paul’s Church, Carlton on Wednesday evenings 6.15 - 7.30pm. Take a look at our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or just drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun!

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 - call 952 3617.

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 - Oct-March Nott’ham Indoor Cricket Centre, Bar Lane Ind.Est., BAsford Maltings. Monday U11 6-7pm, hardball net 7-8pm, Friday club night, all ages 6.30pm7.30pm. Indoor cricket league Saturdays 1-5pm U11, U13. 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 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.

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 Paula for details 07967 252784 or paula@babydaze.me 1st Nottingham Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association- Every Mon night (term time): 5.30pm - 8pm. Open to 5-14 yrs - boys & girls. At St Andrew’s Comm. Hall, Chestnut Grove, Nottingham, NG3 5AD. Contact: 1nottingham@boys-brigade. org.uk or 0115 912 0098 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.

Santa is arriving at Brookfields on Saturday 18th November at 12.00. Arriving on his beautiful horse and carriage there will be plenty of time to see Santa and take photos with him as he makes his way into the store, he will be opening his Grotto from 1.30 to 4.00.

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The surprising benefits of white tea

Remineralisation is a little bit like wound healing on the skin surface: acid burns the tooth, the body responds by building new tooth material at the site of the damage.

A recent study indicated that white tea can assist with the remineralisation process and even improve the hardness of the tooth (3), just don’t put sugar in your cuppa.

Don’t settle forchances a are diet Thanks to our Great British heritage, you’ve plan, upgrade your had a few cups of tea in your lifetime. Whilst black tea may health instead be the norm, white tea is slowly gaining popularity due to its superior antioxidant content.

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The restaurant was originally the old victorian school room.

In 2001 Stuart and Eileen sold the restaurant to their two sons, Adam & Robin, who rebranded and introduced the famous early bird offer. They have over the years made many refurbishments to the whole restaurant.

We were able to choose from either the Al a Carte menu or the early bird menu (1 course £12.50, 2 course £17.50 and 3 courses £22.50). They have recently introduced Brasserie Classics to the menu, such as the classic burger, carbonara pasta and fish

& chips. A good selection of cocktails, wines and beers are also available.

The starter of tomato & basil soup and the appetizer of handmade breads were delicious.

For the main dish I chose braised lamb shoulder, lamb kofta, spiced aubergine polenta, Zucchini fritter and red cabbage. This meal had the wow factor, beautifully presented, well proportioned and the lamb melts in the mouth.

For the dessert I chose the strawberries, cream & elderflower. You can see that Tom Browns pride themselves in serving great quality food.

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Seasonal Cocktails As the evenings start to draw in and we head into Autumn, thoughts turn to seasonal celebrations, Hallowe’en, Bonfire night and, of course the start of the Christmas (yes, I said it!) party season. Nothing says “celebration” quite as well as a cocktail or two.

water and bitters”. Of course, people have been mixing drinks for centuries, although it wasn’t until the 1700s or so that reference to the cocktail precursor the “slings” and “toddies” first made it into the contemporary records.

The history of how the cocktail got its name isn’t clear. Some theories suggest the drinks were named after the “cocktailed horse” (a horse whose tail had been docked to show that it wasn’t a thoroughbred – i.e was “mixed”).

Others suggest the word “cocktail” refers to the leftovers of a cask of ale, called “cocktailings” the cocktailings from various spirits would be mixed together and sold at a cheaper price than the “pure” spirit.

Whatever its origins you can be as imaginative as you like with your cocktails, or indeed non-alcoholic “mocktails”. You can even tailor them to your event, how about a creepy blood red Hallowe’en Cocktail with crème de cassis, vodka, pomegranate, orange bitters and blackberries? Or a Bonfire Night Cocktail served warm using a light red wine spiced with star anise, a cinnamon stick, cloves, clementines, some lemon zest and Cointreau, sweetened with muscovado sugar.

The first reference to the cocktail as an alcoholic drink seems to have been in 1806 in America where it was defined as “a stimulating liquor composed of spirits or any kind, sugar,

Here’s a few ideas to see you through the Autumn, with any luck it still might be warm enough for the odd evening in the garden.

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Autumn Apple and Elderflower

Summer Scented Strawberry Fizz

Minty Mojito Mocktail

English apples are coming into their best at this time of year. Juice your own or a buy a really good quality ready-pressed version. (serves 8)

Use the last of the British strawberries, if you can still find some, with this delightfully fragrant drink. (serves 2)

If the mint is still flourishing in your pots, try this refreshing mocktail to help use it up. (serves 2)

Ingredients 100g hulled and halved strawberries 50g castor sugar 2 tablespoons rosewater (less if you are using an essence) 1x chilled bottle prosecco

Ingredients 1 tablespoon sugar Handful of fresh mint Juice of 3 limes Soda water

Ingredients 250ml gin 200 ml elderflower cordial 1ltr cloudy apple juice (or make your own if you have a juicer – even better!)

In a jam jar, mix the gin with the cordial. When ready to serve, divide the gin mix between 8 glasses and top up with the apple juice, add a handful of crushed ice and garnish with apple slices.

Dip the rims of the glasses first in lemon juice and then in some castor sugar to form a sugary lip to each glass. Puree the strawberries, sugar and rosewater in a blender. Add a spoon or two to each glass and top with prosecco. Serve with a slice of strawberry on the side.

Using some of the lime juice, dip the rims of the glasses in the juice and then into some salt. Crush the mint leaves and sugar together in a pestle & mortar (just enough to combine, not a puree). Place a handful of crushed ice in each glass, divide the lime juice between them, with the mint mix and top up with soda water.

Garnish with more fresh mint and a slice of lime.

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Not much is known about us but my fosterer found a lump behind my ear and took me to the vet, who was shocked to discover it was an air rifle pellet. It isn’t causing me pain or damage so it’s been decided not to remove it. Despite this I’m very loving and Cherry is too! We want a home together, but could be separated in right homes – can you help us?’

To find out more about Cherry and Cathy, 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.

Meanwhile get a bargain and raise essential funds for the charity at its next monthly fair: Saturday 14 October, 2-4pm, at Lowdham Village Hall, Main Street, Lowdham NG14 7BD. 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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There are a few products you can use at least four weeks prior to firework season to help prepare your pet: ADAPTIL/FELIWAY - These are synthetic copies of cat and dog pheromones. They are scientifically proven to help prevent stress-related behaviour. Adaptil is for dogs and is available as a plug-in diffuser, spray, collar and as a tablet.

Feliway is for cats and is available as a plug-in diffuser and a spray.

ZYLKENE - It contains a natural product that promotes the relaxation of puppies and kittens after breastfeeding. This comes as a capsule to sprinkle over your dog or cat's food.

ROYAL CANIN 'CALM' DIET - This complete food contains nutrients which have stress regulating properties and are formulated to support digestive, urinary and skin health which may be compromised in stressed animals. A change in diet should be done over a course of 5-7 days and should be introduced a minimum of 10 days prior to the potentially stressful situation.

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Jazz Steps present Jan Kopinski - “In the PINSKI ZOO Lab” - Thurs 26 October at 8pm Through The Decades With Elvis - Saturday 28 October (£17) The Theatre Chipping Norton presents “Sherlock Holmes & The Crimson Cobbles” Thurs 2 November at 7.30pm Jazz Steps presents Ralph Wyld’s Mosaic Thurs 9 November at 8pm Prospect Players present Haunting Julia Wed 15 to Sat 18 November at 7.30pm Jazz Steps presents Chris Ingham Quartet Thurs 23 November

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Nottingham Flower Club Oct 12 & Nov 9th - Club workshops Oct 26 - “Variation on a Theme” Judi Cripps Nov 23rd - “Seasonal Splendour” Nigel Whyles Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY Doors open: 6.45pm for 7.15pm All Welcome. Visitors £6

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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.ssae.org.uk 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 Sherwood Craft Group - is a small friendly group of crafters. We cover a wide variety of crafts. For full details please phone Alma on 0115 841 0144.

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+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed, a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk

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

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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 The Nottingham Mechanics - 3 North Sherwood St, Nottingham, NG1 4EZ. A centre for everyone. Meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. A host of groups to join including music, Writers’ Club, Poetry Society, Family History, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. For membership details contat: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 French speaking group - French speakers, native or not, meet monthly at various venues in & around Nottingham to keep up with the language. Good conversation French required. Join our group on Facebook: “The Nottingham Frogs” or email sylvaindrouhot@hotmail.com. A bientot.

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 Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wednesday monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston, NG9 2FF. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome.

Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk

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.

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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 Monday of every month at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website: www.nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk 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 last 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 9939106 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 Museums - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in Studio 1, Nottingham Castle. 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

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Staying Safe at Halloween We want you to enjoy Halloween, but remember, not everyone wants to take part!

Here’s a few things to remember when you’re out this Halloween.

• If you’re going trick or treating, make sure you go with an adult and your parent or carer knows where you’re going and when to expect you back.

• Respect posters asking you not to trick or treat at someone’s house.

• Don’t go trick or treating alone - stay with your group.

• Eggs and flour are for baking.

Don’t throw them.

• Be careful crossing roads in the dark.

Have a great time, stay safe and look out for each other. If you or someone you know is in danger call 999.

If you are using fireworks at home simply follow our guidelines to ensure you have a safe but fun bonfire night.

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• You’re not allowed to set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am except on Bonfire night whereby the curfew is midnight to 7am.

• Anyone caught causing a nuisance with fireworks will receive an instant fine of £80 and any fireworks found on a person under18 will be confiscated.

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by Helen Jones

When you land that interview for your dream job it’s always important to remember that in some respects you should be interviewing them too.

Cultural and personality fit within an organisation is just as important as the role itself. If that’s not right you could find yourself dreadfully unhappy within a short period of time.

Most candidates are so nervous during the interview process they don’t realise that the potential employer asking certain questions should ring alarm bells. Some of them are illegal and some simply unethical.

• Age, gender, ethnicity, religion and other protected characteristics. It’s against the law to ask where a person is from or whether English is their first language. Or even the issue of age and ability to do a job. It’s not relevant and could be deemed discriminatory.

• Asking someone if they plan to have children or if they already have a family can make them feel very uncomfortable and suggests that they may be overlooked for the position if they give the ‘wrong’ answer. Again, it is not relevant and could raise concerns over discrimination.

• Confidential information from previous positions. It is inappropriate to ask candidates about potentially sensitive information from their last job, especially if the candidate has a non-disclosure agreement in place.

• Sick days. If there is a significant gap on a CV it may be appropriate to ask a candidate about it. However, asking a candidate how many sick days they had in a previous job is essentially prying into their health and invading their privacy.

• Trade Union Membership. This isn’t information that an interviewer needs to know in order to assess a person’s suitability for a job and totally unprofessional to broach.

Remember that the interview experience tells you an enormous amount about the company and about what it’s like to work there – so listen out for the signs that could guide you in the right direction.

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S H O U L D I R U N ?

Running for a lot of people is one of the first ‘go to’ forms of exercise. It is only as expensive as a good pair of running trainers for beginners. You can do it just about anywhere at any time. Running is a great cardio exercise – even a slow run for a short time will vastly reduce your risk of heart disease. Running makes your body produce feel good chemicals and there is the added bonus of burning lots of calories.

There are loads of great apps to help you achieve your goals, whether it is to run 5k or a marathon. But before you lace your trainers up here are a few things to consider...

Road running | Outdoor running Outdoor running, as expected, does feel physically harder than treadmill running. But why?

Wind resistance and propulsion are the two main culprits. A mile on a treadmill can seem like ten on the street simply because of these two natural factors.

Joint issues are another factor to consider. A lot of people believe that road running and running in general destroys your joints. This is largely a myth.

Studies show that of 14,000 runners and 70,000 walkers over a 7-year period, the runners had no worse joint issues than the walkers. In fact osteoarthritis studies state that runners had fewer reports of any issues than the walkers. It seems that running can actually strengthen your joints. The key is to wear the correct trainers and train sensibly.

Another common problem for many runners is Plantar fasciitis or flat foot. It is known that a weakness in calf strength, striking heel first while running and improper support in footwear (flat soled footwear) all contribute to plantar fasciitis. But it doesn’t have to stop you running. Wearing the correct footwear, improving your running technique and proper training will all improve the condition.

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Treadmill running Should I run on the treadmill instead of road running?

There may be factors that will influence your decision – bad weather (quite common in this country) or safety – on a dark winter night an outdoor run can seem daunting. If the treadmill is set to a 1% gradient this replicates the outdoor factors of propulsion and resistance, so your workout will be just as good as a road run.

Many people find a treadmill boring – add some interest by using a virtual route on the screen. Running along a “beach” can make time go more quickly.

A lot of treadmills now have a soft-landing element to them which can help with joint impact for beginners until you have reached a body mass that your joints are happy with. Then you can take to the streets if you prefer.

However you choose to start your running experience, remember to warm up properly before you start and cool down afterwards. Wear proper running shoes fitted to your running style and most importantly... enjoy the moment!

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The social enterprise Space Inclusive, which has been supporting young adults with learning disabilities and autism for the past seven years, have opened their latest venture; their shop, ‘Spacecraft’, based on Hucknall Road, will be selling handmade items from upcycled bicycles and furniture to on trend planters.

Stella Dowbenko, Spacecraft’s Manager said “We have lots of people who use our service who enjoy making things and being creative. The shop offers people a great opportunity to make good quality items and the chance to work in a retail environment, serving customers, processing payments and keeping the stock replenished. We know there is great support for local independent businesses in the area, so we hope that people pop in and say hello and see what we have to offer.”

Spacecraft is open from 9am to 4pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. All profits from the business will be used for the benefit of the people who make the items and work in the shop.

To find out more about Spacecraft or Space Inclusive visit their website www.spaceinclusive.co.uk or call 0115 8370693. You can also tweet to @ spaceinclusive.

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Time to End the Stigma…

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Recent years have seen mental health awareness improve by leaps and bounds, with an annual Mental Health Awareness week in May as well as regular campaigns on social media sites such as Facebook, urging us to be aware of mental health issues and to end the stigma which surrounds them.

Terms such as depression, anxiety, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Obsessive Compulsive Disorders (OCD) are now widely known and people recognise that these illnesses exist and need to be treated to allow the sufferer to lead a healthy and meaningful life.

And yet, despite this increase in awareness, it still seems that there are many people out there, struggling under the weight of these illnesses, who are afraid to seek help for them. Many of these people believe it is a moral failing of theirs rather than illness, that it merely denotes them as weak rather than unwell. And due to the feelings of shame which surround mental illness, many people who suffer under the burden of these debilitating and often life-limiting illnesses choose not to seek help – in a way that they wouldn’t with a physical illness.

People don’t generally shrug off painful or worrying physical symptoms as a sign that they are weak nor

do people tend to blame themselves for catching an illness such as flu. In those situations, people will accept the help that they are offered and see no failing on their part for feeling the way that they do.

Scrolling through my Facebook feed has, on recent occasions, been a very sad and upsetting activity.

On a number of occasions, I have read distressing updates about people who have obviously been suffering with mental health issues and have chosen to end their lives as a way to put an end to the real pain that they are in. And so often, after these sad events, I have seen an outpouring of love and support for the deceased, a real sense that people would only have been to glad to help and to offer support if only they had known.

So what can we do to end this stigma that surrounds mental health? To make sure that people feel no more shame about illnesses that concern their mental wellbeing as they would about physical ailments? As well as supporting the many mental health awareness campaigns that happen throughout the year, we could also make sure that we have that conversation with our loved ones, with our family and friends and colleagues and make sure that they know that there is no shame in suffering from a mental illness. According to the World Health Organisation, around one in four of us will be affected by mental illness at some point in our lives. It would benefit us all if we ended the stigma which surrounds it.

Marie Scott is a CBT therapist and psychotherapist, based at Maple House Clinic in Eastwood, NG16 3BD. She deals with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress and anger amongst many others. For more information about Marie and the issues she can help with, please visit www.chrysalistherapyservices.co.uk or give her a call on 07791 894227. Marie provides all clients a safe and confidential space in which to deal with their issues.

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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 Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@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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Breathe Easy - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. The Nottingham North

Branch welcomes people from Arnold, Gedling, Carlton, Mapperley & Sherwood areas. We meet the 2nd Thurs each month at St Georges Comm Centre, Victoria St, Netherfield at 1.30pm. Further info from Jim Bennett 847 7639.

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.

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Ashbys Accountants Select Accountancy

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Aerials/TVs/Home Cinema/CCTV Carlton Aerials Phil Chapman

Bathrooms & Kitchens

Dream Doors Haydn Interiors The Shower Doctor Sliding Door Wardrobes

Bedrooms

Haydn Interiors

Blinds/Curtains/Shutters Apollo Blinds Bella Blinds Hillarys Blinds

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41 5 12 25 5 37 9 6

Building Services / Roofers

AKJ Contracts 6 Arnold Build & Roof 13 B & P Paving 15 BCR Roofing 30 Canterburys 11,29 Ernhale Roofing 38 Nottingham Roofing 8 Notts Building & Roofing 35 Nottingham Building & Roofing 40 Property Developments 10 Trent Building & Roofing 17 John White Builders 12

Care/Support Services Diverse Home Care Notts City Homes Nottingham On Call Radford Care

Chimney Sweeps Homesweep

Cleaners/Drive Cleaners Aquablast Dust Busters MJ Cleaning

Dance/Drama Classes Start Dancin Strictly Dancing

Day Nurseries

Hollies Day Nursery

Design & Print

Print Toaster Nottingham Printing

Domestic Appliance Repairs C.Moore Service Ltd Notts Appliance Repairs

Drainage/Pipe Clearance ADK Drains

73 72 71 69 12 35 22 12 67 46

Electricians

AC Electrics Delectrix S.Earnshaw DJ Hill Electrical J.A.N Electrician R2D Electrical

Estate Agents/Lettings/New Homes DMW

Equestrian

Martin’s Farm

Photography

Fencing

Plastering

Brookfields

Beechdale Fencing

Fireplaces

Stonebridge Fireplaces

Flooring/Carpets Brightwood Flooring The Little Carpet Co

Food Retailers

Country Fine Meats

Foot Health

Fixing Feet at Home

Fuel Suppliers Fernwood Fuels

Funeral Services

Notts Funeral Services

Furniture

Furnishing Direct

Garage Doors & Repairs JB Garage Doors

Internet Gardener

Gardening/Groundwork/ Landscaping/Paving Anderson Gardens B & P Paving DF Garden & Property Green Thumb Heatherview Landscapes Littlegreen Landscapes Paveing Co Ltd Resin Drives Terrastone Ltd

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Jason Craddock Tony Smith Handyman

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Legal Services/Will Writers

36 22

Mobility Aids

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Music Shops

Boutique 11

Ahl Legal & Will Writers Sarali Wills Mr Mobility The Lifestyle Centre Rogers Music

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Music Tuition

19 30 11 22 39 6

Painting/Decorating

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Pet Services

Robert Doughty

Glen Birch Chris’ Decorating Services James P & D MJC Decor Phil & Co Phil Sargeant Paul Tinsley Fluffpots Mapperley Pet Services

CJ Plastering Matt the Plasterer

Plumbing & Heating

Agua Gas B & M Plumbing & Heating P Byrne Plumbing Central Heat Domestic Plumbing Tony Jones P & H JRM Plumbing Notts Combi Service Stonebridge

Property Maintenance

61 22 11 38 8 13 40 6 30 43 10 19

DD Joinery DF Garden & Property Man About the House

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Removals/Man with Van

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Restaurants/Takeaways/Bars

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ACS Removals Tom Browns Live & Let Pie

Schools/Colleges New College Notts

Tiling/Tile Retailers Grout & About

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Joiners/Bespoke Timberwork Beecroft Joiners DD Joinery M.Thompson

Detail Photography

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Home Improvements/Handyman

Ladies Fashion

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Garden Furniture/Accessories

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Driving Schools/HGV Lessons Neil Codd

Events/Shows/Gigs/Festivals

38 10 43

Travel Agents/Coach Tours Forest Travel

Tree Surgeons

Charnwood Trees Tindle Tree Care Woodthorpe Trees

Vets

Orchard Vets

Volunteer Opportunities Notts Hospice

Window Cleaners JWS

A & M Windows Fixaglaze Smashing Glass Co T & L Home Improvements

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Woodburners/Stoves

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Windows/Doors/Conservatories

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Homesweep

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