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Spring is finally on the way. We have some great articles in this edition try our 40 day fitness challenge, it’s easier than you think! Struggling to keep lunchboxes interesting? The Fishwife’s Kitchen has some great ideas to mix it up a bit. If you or someone you know is getting ready to go off to university then check out the article written by Sam who has been there, seen it and done it! Among the competitions this month we have family passes to West Midlands Safari Park, a £100 voucher for a meal at the lovely Banyan Tree and some fantastic Cirque Berserk tickets up for grabs.
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WHAT’S NEW AT WEST MIDLAND SAFARI PARK IN 2018?
will be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of parts of the set used in the movie inside the ‘Early Man Secret Cave’, which will be at the Park until Easter.
Staff at West Midland Safari Park are preparing for their best year yet, as the attraction prepares to celebrate its 45th year.
Celebrating their first birthdays, guests can see how much the gorgeous babies of 2017 have grown during the past year. Fennessy the Rothschild’s giraffe is now a staggering 10-feettall and is showing no signs of slowing down! Also on the Safari Drive-through is beautiful baby Fahari, the second southern white rhino born at the Park within two years. Full of confidence and charisma, the healthy youngsters have been a great success for the longevity of both species, whose numbers are dramatically dropping in the wild.
The busy schedule for 2018 includes celebrating the birthdays of animals born last year, an education partnership with art exhibit Worcester Stands Tall and the opening of their brand new prehistoric exhibit - Ice Age - which is due to arrive in Spring. Continuing the journey from The Land of the Living Dinosaurs exhibit, the £1 million project will feature a huge volcano, ice cave and ferocious, life-sized animals, taking guests on an interactive exploration through time. Adventurers will be able to walk amongst a gigantic woolly mammoth, a fierce smilodon and an enormous paracatherium, to name just a few. As well as the brand new exhibit, the Park is also the official Education Partner for Worcester Stands Tall - a public art exhibition of decorated giraffe sculptures due to be dotted around the streets of Worcester during the summer of 2018. The event, facilitated by Wild In Art and brought to the city by St Richard’s Hospice, will enable local schools and renowned artists to design and decorate the sculptures. Larger sculptures will eventually be auctioned off to raise money for the hospice.
West Midlands Safari Park is now open daily for its summer season. Standard admission charge is £24.00 for adults, £19.00 for children aged 3-15 and £22.00 for concessions. Admission includes a Free Return Ticket. Adventure Theme Park rides are charged extra. Further information and tickets are available from the Park’s website www.wmsp.co.uk or by telephone 01299 402114. You can find out more on the Safari Park’s official Facebook page: www.facebook.com/WestMidSafari. You can follow the progress of the baby rhino on the Safari Park’s official Facebook page: www.wmsp.co.uk/facebook
The Park has also teamed up with Award-winning studio Aardman for their prehistoric comedy movie, Early Man. Fans of the film
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Bumble B invites you to join him over the Easter holidays for lots of fun!
Easter Fun Day Saturday March 31st Come and join in the Easter Egg Hunt with the Easter Bunny. There will be Facepainting, an Easter Bonnet Competition and much more!
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NG8 KIDS DIARY
If you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you! The listing is free for not-for-profit or charity groups. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition (up to 150 characters). Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Inbetweenies Group - every Wednesday, 10am-11.30am (term time only). For ages 10mths - 2 years. Aspley Children’s Centre, Minver Cres, NG8 5PJ. For more info call 0115 876 3777
Diddy Dots - every Friday (term time only), 10am - 11am. For 0-18mths. Aspley Children’s Centre, Minver Cres, NG8 5PJ. For more info call 0115 876 3777 Lily & Co Day Nursery - provide childcare for children aged 6mths-5yrs at Aspley Childrens Centre, Minver Cres, NG8 5PJ. Flexible hours. Early Learning Programme. For more info: 0115 970 5152 Birchover Play - every Wednesday, 3.30 - 5.30pm. For 5-13yrs at Birchover Comm. Centre, 83 Birchover Road, NG8 4BW. For more info call 0115 976 3777.
Harrow Road Toddler Group - every Monday (term time only), 9.45am - 11.15am. From birth5yrs, £2 per session at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. For more info call Sue Tyrer on 0115 928 2421 or 07815 449876.
Strictly Ballroom/Latin American Dancing with BW Dance - Chilwell Memorial Hall, High Road, Chilwell, NG9 4AT. Saturday 11am - 12 noon. Groups for all ages 3 yrs upwards. All teachers DBS checked. For more info contact us 07940 783159
St Leonard’s Dads & Kids Club - every 3rd Saturday, monthly for 0-11yrs. From 10am - 12 noon at St Leornard’s Community Centre, Wollaton Rd, NG8 2AF. 1st Wollaton Brownies- meet every Friday, 5.30pm - 7pm at St Leornard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, NG8 2AF. Scout Association - 0115 952 3617
Song, Story & Rhyme - every Thursday, 11am-12noon. For ages 0 -4 years. Aspley Children’s Centre, Minver Cres, NG8 5PJ. For more info call 0115 876 3777
2nd Wollaton Brownies- meet every Monday, 6pm - 7.30pm and Guides meet Monday, 7.30pm 9.15pm at St Leornard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, NG8 2AF.
Grangewood Carers & Toddlers - Tuesday (term-time) at Grangewood Methodist Church. 1.30pm to 3pm. £1.50 per session. For more info call Margaret on 0115 925 8093
- 7pm - 9pm (11-19yrs) at The Aspley YMCA, Melbourne Road, NG8 5HL Kingswood Toddlers - Wed & Thurs 10am - 11.30am. Birth - 2½ years. £2 per session. At Kingswood Aspley Youth Group
Church, Lambourne Drive, NG8 1GR. For more info call 0115 928 4086.
Beechdale Toddler Group - every Tues (term time only), 9.15am - 11.15am. 1st session free then £2 per session. At Ambergate Community Centre, Ambergate Rd, NG8 3GD. For more info call 07891 012086. Drop In Play Session - every Monday, 9.30 - 11.30am for 0-5yrs at Wollaton Children’s Centre, Arleston Drive, NG8 2FZ. For more info call 0115 876 2185
Air Training Corps 1803 (Hucknall) Sqn) yrs. Monday & Wednesday 6.45 - 9pm.
- The Aerodrome, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Ages 13 - 18
Mucky Pups - every Friday, 1.15pm - 2.45pm for 0-5yrs. A messy play session at Wollaton Children’s Centre, Arleston Drive, NG8 2FZ. For more info call 0115 876 2185
Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - October-March. Notts Indoor Cricket Centre, Bar Lane Ind. Est, Basford Maltings. Mon U11 6-7pm; Hardball net 7-8pm; Friday Club Night for all ages 6.30-7.30pm. Indoor Cricket League Saturdays 1-5pm U11 & U13. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. Meet Thurs 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood. Call 0115 960 7912 or visit www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more info.
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Pippins Playgroup - a fun & friendly baby & toddler group. Fridays 10am - 11.30am at Wollaton Vale Community Centre, NG8 2JA. For more information visit www.facebook.com/groups/ pippinswollaton
Bilborough Baby & Toddler Group - every Monday in term time. 9.30am - 11.30am. Just 50p, including drinks/snacks. At St Martin’s Church, St Martin’s Road, NG8 3BH. Call 07929 013447 or visit www.stmartinsbilborough.org.uk The Ark Youth Club - 7-16 year olds. Thursday 6.30pm-7.30pm (term-time). Table tennis, pool, games, life lesson stories and tuck shop! Glaisdale Gospel Hall, NG8 4GY. For more info call: 07967 490318. Nottingham Sea Cadets - Waterside Way, Nottingham, NG2 4DP. T: 0115 958 0528. E: nottinghamseacadets@live.co.uk W: http://units.ms-sc.org/nottingham. Tues & Thurs eves 7pm - 9.15pm.
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! 2nd Arnold Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers - Beavers Fri | Cubs Panther Grp - Nottingham Outlaws BMX 6.30-7.45 club run coaching sessions Nottingham BMX Race Track 7-8.30pm Tues | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers Saturdays: 9.30am onwards. Gates Thur (Spring/Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also BMX 8-9.30pm races. ForFri. Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 9865/0787505 6784 Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www. more info:email@nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or facebook: nottinghamoutlaws.com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. 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
T H E I M P O R TA N C E O F C R E AT I V I T Y I N C H I L D R E N “The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge but imagination.” – Albert Einstein
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ntelligence is creativity, our ability to imagine things other than how they are. We are born creative, telling stories about imaginary friends and making fictional worlds with toys. Yet how many of us retain this level of intelligence as we age? Staying creative is a lot like staying fit – do it regularly, in a way that is fun to you, and it remains easy. Moreover, creativity is a transferable skill and benefits all fields of study, arts or STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths). Creative scientists, engineers, farmers, chefs, parents etc... are exactly what the world needs more of. So, what's the best way to help kids stay imaginative? It's easier to understand if we first consider natural learning in mammals. Natural learning is observe, practice, imitate, master. Children are hardwired to copy the behaviour in the same way that baby tigers or elephants are.
Which means that the best way to help our children use their imaginations is to show how much we love using ours; we must be what we want our children to be. We can be as silly as we like with giggly games, tell tall tales with actions, paint pictures, recite our own funny poems. We can stop on the street to admire a flower or describe the rain as if the drops are liquid happiness tickling the flowers. Just like any baby mammal, after a period of observation, the child will begin to imitate and join in, safe in the knowledge that this kind of play is accepted and valued. Silliness can soon become part of a fun family life and playtime is bonding time. It's worth knowing that resilient kids have at least one person in their life who is irrationally crazy about them, whom they trust, love and are relaxed with. This kind of creative play is awesome for helping kids feel loved. Finally, we have an educational reason to have fun!
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
Pradeep Mehra is a visualiser and digital artist who has worked with some of India's top publication houses. Contact email: pencilmasterdigi@gmail.com Company: Pencil Master Digital Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
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ith one hand on each ear, Dad steers Alex down the street toward school. Both smile so widely that passersby grin too, their happiness spreading like the fragrance of flowers. With a tug to his right ear, Alex goes right, his red wellingtons splashing into spring puddles. Feeling his ears pulled forwards, Alex goes faster, the two of them jiggling along like a runaway train. With a backwards tug Alex slows. They zig-zag and circle twice around a lamp-post before stopping to greet Miggles the kitten. Miggles arches her back into Alex's hand, her fur feeling soft under his palm. She pads her paws up and down, as if her joy is simply too great for her to stay still. Miggles meows in short bursts, like cat-talk. Dad laughs, “Miggles is like you, Alex. She needs to move and make noise! How about a singing game until we get to school?” Alex stands up, head nodding, “You first! Sing 'I'm a little tea-pot' in the style of Hagrid.”
Dad puffs out his chest and strokes an imaginary beard. He nods as if his words carry great meaning, eye-brows raised and eyes bright. “Yeh know wha', Alex? If yeh can carry a song, it's good ter sing righ' loud an' this is a good'un tur-boot. I is a li-le tea-po' shor' an' stou, lif' me up an' pour me ou,'” Dad waves at Mrs Nesbit, the headteacher, before making his handle and spout. Alex giggles. Still in full Hadgrid-mode, Dad adds, “No, I should not 'ave dun tha.'” Dad puts on his faux-serious face. “Right, let's check everything works.” He tweaks Alex's nose and gives orders like an army general. “Hop on the spot. Flap your arms. Wiggle your bum. Stick out your tongue.” As Alex complies, his smile grows wider, knowing what comes next. “Oh!” says Dad, eyes bright and face full of mirth, “what a naughty child. Did you see that? He stuck out his tongue!” With a hug and a hair ruffle, Alex runs to class.
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If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list is here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk 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 details please contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 Wollaton Memory Club - meet at St Leaonards Community Cafe, Bramcote Lane, NG8 2ND on 2nd Tue monthly from 10am - 12noon. This is a friendly, informal, welcoming place for anyone with dementia & their carers to gain practical information & emotional support. For more information contact the Alzheimer’s Society at Castle Heights 72 Maid Marian Way, Nottm NG1 6 BJ. Tel: 0115 9343800 or 0115 9343811 Email: nottsdass@alzheimers.org.uk. This is a free service. 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 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 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
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 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 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 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
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. Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 958 4278 from 9am to 9pm. 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
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.
Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780.
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.
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 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
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ng8 - helping hand group directory 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 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 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
SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led
meetings are held in Nottingham on Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www.smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk
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. Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk
Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help support group for those who have experienced the suicide of a family
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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 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 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. Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by circumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Edin’s, Broad Street at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.
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.
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Hospice Hails Its Heroes
It’s Never Too Late to Change Career by Helen Jones
“A comfort zone is a beautiful place but nothing ever grows there” - Unknown
Staff at Nottinghamshire Hospice have paid tribute to volunteers who ran, climbed, biked and skydived their way to raising an incredible £26,000 for the charity during 2017. The 49 charity challenge fundraisers were honoured at an event hosted by the hospice, in Woodborough Road, Nottingham, to say thank you for their efforts. Attended by Sherriff of Nottingham Councillor Glyn Jenkins and Great Britain two times World Champion para-triathlete Steve Judge, the event heard how many of the volunteers had pushed their bodies and minds to the limit, often in memory of a loved one who had benefitted from the care and professionalism of the hospice’s staff. They included a woman who lost four stone before performing a skydive – raising £1,000 in the process – a husband and wife team who ran the Nottingham Marathon and another volunteer who raised £3,000 by walking along the Great Wall of China. Another fundraiser honoured on the night was 29-year-old Amy Wesson (pictured) from Clifton, who raised £2,000 by running the Ikano Robin Hood Half Marathon – her first road race - last September. Mr Judge, who knows a bit about overcoming challenges himself, having battled back from losing his right leg in a car crash to becoming a champion triathlete, also paid tribute to the volunteers. He said: “It was amazing to hear some of the stories of the volunteers and how they overcame fears or pushed themselves beyond what they thought possible in order to raise what is a tremendous amount of money.” To find out more about its Challenge Events for 2018 or any other aspect of fundraising for Nottinghamshire Hospice contact the fundraising team on 0115 910 1008 or email fundraising@nottshospice.org
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Not so long ago being 50 years old was considered to be on the slippery slope to old age and genteel retirement. Today that notion is outdated and somewhat ridiculous. There are few restrictions these days to making major changes in late middle age – and these don’t include taking off abroad a la Shirley Valentine (although some may find this very appealing). The population in the UK is getting older with 18% aged 65 and over and 2.4% aged 85 and over and a large number of people are continuing to work out of choice way beyond retirement age. Here at Solos we recently placed a 71 year old lady into work because she was bored at home. She had a wealth of experience to offer our client and also a wonderful work ethic. The pressures of previous years can reduce or disappear after a certain age and the need to earn lessen. This is the time to maybe re-evaluate not what you have been doing professionally but what appeals to you. Let’s be honest the opportunities available today compared to when I first entered the workplace in the 80s has changed beyond recognition. We are truly living in the digital age and the scope of job offerings in this sector alone has exploded over the past twenty years. Free or low cost training programmes which are available (search The Princes Trust or Google) can bring you bang up to date with your skills. However the biggest benefit that maturity and hindsight brings is self-awareness. You know what you’re good at and you also know what you enjoy. And many people in middle age are now turning to what they enjoy for their income. If you’re creative there are so many ways to promote and sell your products online such as Instagram/Etsy/Shpock. Achieving this change wouldn’t be stress free initially – so make sure you talk to your family and friends and gain their support for your ideas. Me? I’m still waiting for the right moment to buy 100 acres in order to set up a dog rescue….
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Since opening our doors in January 2007, The Banyan Tree has certainly taken root, and eleven years on it continues to grow and consistently serves fine quality Indian cuisine. Those of you who have tried us will know that we are up there with the very best in Nottinghamshire. Our slogan is , and our food and service seldom fails to strike a cord with our patrons. Naturally, we use only the freshest of ingredients, and all our spices, massala, and
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- A delicious combination of Onion Bhaji, Spicy Chick Peas, Potato, Sevian (Bombay Mix) with creamy yogurt and tamarind chilli drizzle - a great sharing starter - Mushroom quarters in a balti sauce with strips of crispy chicken and ginger - Pan grilled Salmon smothered in a speciality citrus curry sauce.
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CHILDREN’S LUNCH BOXES When I was a kid, a packed lunch was meat paste or marmite sandwiches on white sliced, a packet of crisps and a KitKat. To be fair, it doesn’t seem to have done me any harm, but these days we all strive for something a bit more interesting, and a lot healthier, to tempt our kids to eat a nutritious packed lunch. Inspiring ideas can be a bit of a challenge and it is tempting to revert to shop-bought, ready-made options that are high in fat, salt and sugar, but with half of all kids now taking a packed lunch to school it is clear that they make up an important part of a child’s nutrition and so it is worth putting a bit of thought into what goes into their “pack up”. Keep your lunchbox choices fresh, varied, tasty, low in fat, salt and sugar but most of all interesting. If your child is picky, fussy or, let’s face it, just a little monkey when it comes to their packed lunch, try the following tips:-
• Involve them in planning and preparing what goes into their lunchbox. • If they are fussy eaters, stick to a few items and gradually add new ones over time. • If they don’t like wholemeal bread (as many don’t) try adding fibre from beans or brown rice. • Offer some cheese, or yoghurt for extra calcium and some frozen berries or grapes (they will defrost before lunch but help to keep everything cold). • Stick with water to drink rather than sugary drinks and always provide some fresh veg in the form of carrot sticks or similar. You might also offer a hard-boiled egg, perhaps with a smiley face or a funny message such as “eat me” on it. • Add a healthy homemade banana and blueberry muffin, or a small piece of dark chocolate for a sweet treat to finish of the meal. Here are a few more suggestions for making your kid’s lunchbox a bit more interesting (all ingredients are approximate depending on how hungry your little ones get!)
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Cut-Out Sandwiches Serve your usual sandwiches but with a twist. Ingredients White Sliced Bread Brown Sliced Bread Sandwich fillings of choice Use a healthy, nutritious sandwich filling, such as cucumber and tuna, cream cheese and celery (thinly sliced) or cheese and tomato. Remove a shape from the centre of each slice using a cookie cutter and replace in the alternative white or brown slice. Simple and fun!
Cheesy Quesadilla with Tuna Mayo Pitta a Rainbow Salad Ingredients 1 Tortilla Wrap Cheddar cheese (grated) Spring onions (finely sliced) Mixed bean salad (tin, drained) Yellow pepper (chopped) Cherry tomatoes (halved) Carrot (finely sliced) Cut the tortilla wrap in half. Top one half with the grated cheese and the spring onion slices. Place the other half on top. Heat for about 1 minute each side in a non-stick frying pan until lightly browned. Remove from heat, allow to cool and cut into half or quarters (depending on the size of your wraps). Wrap in foil and place in lunch-box. For the salad, drain the bean salad, mix with the chopped pepper, tomatoes and carrot, place in a separate sealed container. (You can season with a little olive oil, salt and pepper if desired).
Ingredients Tuna chunks in spring water (drained) 2 tbsp sweetcorn (drained) Light mayonnaise to mix 1 wholemeal pitta Shredded lettuce (I used hot-house, but iceberg gives some added crunch) Mix the drained tuna with the sweetcorn and mayonnaise (add a little salt and pepper if you wish). Halve the pitta, lightly toast and allow to cool. Divide the tuna mix between them, add the shredded lettuce. Wrap in foil and add to lunchbox. Serve a portion of mixed fruit in a separate container on the side.
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arning! Mid-life crisis incoming. I may well be a hop, step and a jump away from splashing the cash on a flash ride, squeezing myself into skinny jeans and disappearing over the horizon. Or not. Probably not in fact. But I’m starting to get a little worried. The first signs of old age are edging in, no longer do I live with the unerring confidence of youth. Gone are the giddy days of immortality and making pacts with friends that we’ll die wearing Levi’s whilst listening to music that’s still relevant. What’s caused this you ask? Well, I’m facing up to the fact that my hairline is no longer what it was. I was more than happy to go grey, after all a little salt and pepper in the hair is fine by me, but it’s really starting to go on the top. My daughter is an honest critic who now refers to the “hole on the top of my head”. My barber recently quipped that he may not be seeing much of me in the future. “Less than you think sunshine” was my immediate response to the impudent pup. So what to do? Bite the bullet and take early action, or watch for the slow disappearance of hair like some glacial movement only to wake up one day and realise it’s all gone? Fortunately there are plenty of options (and role models). Yul Brynner, Bruce Willis, Patrick Stewart and Jason Statham have all pulled off the buzzcut/bare noggin with masterful success. Though they are all A-list film stars this is still an achievable option, even for a middle-aged dad from Woodthorpe. On the other hand, you don’t have to look far for what happens when you leave the situation unchecked. Rab C Nesbit springs to mind, as does being distracted by the island of hair clinging to Steve McClaren’s forehead whenever I see him interviewed. I’ll forgive Bobby Charlton because he’s a living legend and somehow got away with it.
So I have to face it, the days of walking in slow motion through a stiff breeze with a bouffant fringe dancing in the wind are behind me (I’m more worried my remaining hair may take flight). There are fewer options when I go to the barbers and I’ve learnt to silently hate the pictures of hair models sporting pompadours and other luxurious hairstyles. But on the other hand, it’s quite liberating. I’m not a fan of having too much choice so nature is taking all the distraction away from me. I’m going bald at the back and receding at the front so I can’t deny it any longer. And as the youngest in my family my sisters are delighted that their little brother is losing his hair. And, being sisters, they hardly ever point it out in public. Ever. So I think I’ve made my choice, keep the hair super short (within reason). I’m not sure I want to get rid of all of it but I’d rather keep it neat. I’ve seen too many aging rockers who are clinging to the concept of long hair whilst losing it all on top. That’s not a look anyone needs, it’s akin to a badly maintained mullet (which isn’t easy considering the utter contempt I have for mullets). In fact, most recently it appears that Prince William himself has been having the very same issue as me and has reached similar conclusions. Maybe I should follow his lead? All I need is a spare £150 for a haircut.
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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anuary arrives every year, grey and gloomy. For me it is the worst month of the year to start any good intentions. With a fridge full of cheese and mountains of chocolate it would be wasteful (and emotionally risky) to suddenly enter a month of deprivation. So with this in mind I decided to challenge myself to a month off the booze back in November. A preChristmas cleanse if you will. I wouldn’t class myself as a heavy drinker although Public Health England** might. They reckon that more than 10 million of us exceed the recommended weekly units. It’s easily done. A large glass of wine (my favourite tipple) is a third of a bottle! My other half agreed to join my challenge and so it was with a real sense of trepidation (and a heap of scepticism from friends and family) that we downed our last drink(s) on Halloween. Experts believe that 30 days without a drink can undo the damage drinking can do to our bodies. According to Dr. Nicki Nance*, an American doctor, a 30 day break can improve our long-term drinking habits. Well, I thought, let’s see shall we... I have to admit I did find it hard. A winter walk with the dogs, ending in a pub – nope. Cooking at the weekend, accompanied by a glass of something fizzy – nope. Sitting down to watch a film at the end of the day with a G & T – forget it! Sadly, it became apparent that booze is intrinsic to my life and I needed something to replace it. So I went out and bought some Horlicks (yes, really). That didn’t work. So I went out and bought half a ton of expensive chocolate biscuits. That helped...a bit. To boost morale I googled “booze free month” and reeled off all the benefits we should have been experiencing. Brighter skin, better sleep, weight loss, happier, healthier etcetera, etcetera, etcetera... My skin looked no different if I am honest, yes I did sleep better but eating my own bodyweight in chocolate bikkies meant I gained weight therefore I did not feel happier or healthier!!! The biggest change we noticed was in our pocket. We were about £50 a week better off which was nice.
Doing this challenge as a couple undoubtedly made it easier. When one of us had a weak moment, the other would mock and scoff at the lack of will power, and this made us even more determined not to cave in, although I have to admit that a slight cough had me reaching for the Covonia Night Time (7% alcohol) which felt so wrong it felt right! Another unexpected side effect experienced by my other half was the phantom hangover (apparently a real thing). So he would wake up on Saturday morning feeling awful and then remember he hadn’t had a drink and it was therefore physically impossible for him to be feeling so rotton. Weird. Even more weird was the fact that I wasn’t desperate for a drink and when I finally poured myself a small glass of wine on December 1st, it didn’t fill me with joy and I didn’t even enjoy the taste! To be fair I did have a second glass, (just to be sure!) but I didn’t get the buzz from it I was hoping for. It’s now mid-January and I have to admit that Dr Nance was right. I am not drinking anywhere near the amount I used to. My body appears to have come to its senses and re-set itself. It now tells me to stop (apart from New Years Eve when it all went horribly wrong!). Don’t get me wrong, I could never be teetotal but over Christmas the spirits went untouched and I even offered to drive on Christmas Day without sulking (unheard of). I am now a more “mindful” drinker according to experts. Enjoying every sip and appreciating it. The other half, on the other hand, has just gone straight back to his old ways, and vowed never to put himself through such a miserable month again! © Ali Wale References: * Dr Nicki Nance, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Beacon College, Leesburg, Florida **Public Health England – Health matters: harmful drinking and alcohol dependence, 2016
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Want to get healthy? Go outside
Don’t settle forofafaddiet upgrade Now that January, and the season dieting, is plan, DIGESTIVE WELLBEING your over, it’s time to get serious about health. With so many Staying indoors is wreaking havoc with our digestive health instead confusing recommendations and the internet awash system for one very good reason which is that we rely with unreliable information, it’s hard to know what to actually listen to.
Registered nutritional therapist Eva Humphries, of www.wholefoodwarrior.co.uk, looks at the health benefits of spending more time outdoors. With the UK wellness industry worth a staggering £25 billion, getting healthy is an unsurprisingly big Don’t dietcompletely plan avoid the lure of business.expect Even if ayou social media and the web, chances are you’ve come across a product or method promising a slimmer, more energetic you. However, all the wellness products put together can’t compete with one simple thing: spending more time outdoors. It’s free, benefits overall wellbeing and requires very little, if any, equipment, yet going for a walk has somehow fallen out of favour. IT’S GOOD FOR WEIGHT LOSS The National Runners and Walkers Health Study is a large research project that assessed the wellbeing of over 100,000 walkers and runners over a number of years. It concluded that a two mile walk a day doesn’t just encourage weight loss but also reduces the risk of It’s personal developing many chronic conditions. Practically, 2 miles is a lunchtime walk, getting off public transport a little earlier or swapping time in front of the TV for a little stroll around the block.
on bacteria to keep our gut healthy. The microbiome is a collection of mainly beneficial bacteria that are essential for human health. Yes, this is a strange concept, however studies carried out in nursing homes show that spending less time outdoors translates to fewer good bacteria in the gut and worse overall health. On the flip side, spending more time outdoors, especially in nature, boosts the microbiome to benefit digestive wellness. IMMUNITY “Let them eat dirt, it’s good for their health” is a Evidence based science parental wisdom passed from generation to generation that couldn’t be any more true. A kid shoving a handful of mud in his or her mouth is widely accepted as universally beneficial for their immune system but it’s actually pretty good for adults too. Perhaps, eating dirt is a step too far, but just going outside exposes the body to the beneficial microbes that assist with building a stronger immune system. Vitamin D, an immune boosting nutrient is predominantly obtained fromtherapy the sun help between the What can nutritional with? hours of 12 and 2pm so however we look at it, that outdoor walk will be far more beneficial than plodding along on an indoor treadmill. It’s free, it’s good for your health and will assist with weight loss. Walking outdoors is a truly simple and beneficial way to support overall wellbeing.
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With the New Year celebrations well out of the way, we now have Easter fast approaching. The shops are already crammed with chocolate eggs! Here at Strength & Physique we have a radical idea... Instead of giving something up for lent why not try taking up a new healthy fitness habit for 40 days?
GET FIT IN 40 DAYS! Having a full 40 days is a great way to introduce a new health or fitness goal and there’s a good chance after 40 days it will become a habit rather than a fad. If you have missed the New Year, new me window then don’t worry, we’re here to help. It’s common for us to give up a particular food for lent either as a personal challenge or for religious reasons. Why not introduce a new fitness habit to help with positive change instead? We think it’s a great idea. Rather than depriving yourself you are adding something amazing and rewarding to your life. Starting off with something as simple as a daily walk if you aren’t regularly active, all the way up to fitness challenges produced by companies like us to help you make a change at whatever level of fitness you are at. We find that most people respond positively to either a time frame challenge or an advent style count down, so get thinking about what would work for you. We can all make positive changes through fitness in some way, shape or form and if you stick to it from day 1, you should find that by day 40 you will want to continue with your new journey and see where this path takes you. Taking the 40 day challenge is a great way to meet new people, take you out of a negative environment if you feel stuck, improve your quality of life and hopefully have great fun doing something different.
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Beginners Start with a simple walk for 30-60 minutes a day, just become a little more active. If you have a fitness tracker maybe aim for 10,000 steps a day. If this is easy, aim for 15,000. Intermediate If walking is too easy now, try jogging – maybe aim for 5k at the end of the challenge. Get an app for your phone to help. Join a running group or if financially possible, join a local fitness club. Let the motivation of others around you lift you to new heights. Experienced If you struggle to find new ways to challenge yourself, why not look to a professional for help? Pushing yourself to achieve something that seemed impossible only a few months ago can become a reality with the help of a professional coach. Maybe you are entering a competition, working towards a title or entering a massive fitness challenge. You can become that athlete!
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appropriate excerpts from Handel’s “Messiah”, plus audience hymns Good Friday: 30 March 2018 at Bottesford Parish Church Hosted by The Cranmer Company of Singers and Musical Director Deborah Davies. If you are involved in a choir, singing group or band then we would love to hear from you. You just need to email us at: ali@ngmagazines. org.uk by the first Friday of the month.
All welcome - £6/8/10 Rehearsal: 4.30pm (arrive earlier), charity performance: 7.30pm
Singers please book your place by contacting Anny: annyjones@me.com or 07415 512729 Money raised will go to Tearfund Central African Republic Appeal
News from the Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers!
We are pleased to announce our Singathon which is being held on Saturday March 17th at St Michael and All Angels, Underwood between 10-4pm. Please drop in any time during the day to support us and singalong! We hope to raise even more funds for our chosen charity as well as challenging ourselves to sing all day!!! We also look forward to our joint concert with ‘Essentially Brass’ in the evening of Friday April 27th at St Michael and All Angels, Underwood. For further information, tickets and contact details please see our website and Facebook page. www.rocknsoul.org.uk
Gem Connection have recently completed a six week Love To Sing Course to which 34 ladies registered to join the Gems singing in four part harmony. On the final week, friends and family were invited to a mini concert to which the Gem’s and “Gemettes” performed “I am Woman” and “I Can’t Keep It In”, the two song they had learnt together during the course. At the beginning of March, Gem held a Recruitment evening. Now the chorus are busy working on integrating new members and new songs for our repertoire. For more information on the chorus you can see us on our new improved web site on; www.gem.harmonysite.com
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. * CHARITY CONCERT MAY 12TH* 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 Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers - If you enjoy singing and would like to join us please get in touch on 01773 780192.
NOTTINGHAM BLUECOAT SINGERS presents: A Nice Dilemma ... the spoof and nothing but the spoof An Evening of Song and Drama
Saturday 21 April - 7.30pm St Leonards Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton, Nottingham NG8 2ND.
Tickets £8. Ticketline: 0115 9531903
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Adults £6 (£5 in advance) Student/Child £3
Available from Church Office T: 0115 9431164 In support of Lincs & Notts Air Ambulance and MindSet
Bingham and District Choral Society
Bingham and District Choral Society would like to congratulate Emily Hodkinson, the recent winner of its inaugural competition for young musicians across the East Midlands. Emily is a mezzo soprano from Nottingham. She has received a bursary of £500, generously sponsored by the choir’s patron John Beaumont and his wife Barbara. In addition, Emily has been awarded a prize in the form of an opportunity to sing with the choir in the future. This is an exciting new departure for the choir, demonstrating its commitment to supporting young musical talent in our area. Our annual Singing Day takes place on Saturday March 10th at the Minster School, Southwell, led by Marcus Farnsworth. This is open to any singers who would like to take part. Given Marcus’s considerable local reputation, this should be a popular event. To register, please visit our website, www.binghamchoral.org.uk or ring Derek Tabron on 0115 9894836 (email derektabron@uwclub.net). In the meantime, we are deep into rehearsals for the Verdi Requiem, which the choir will perform alongside Mansfield Choral Society at Southwell Minster on Saturday 12th May 2018 at 7.30pm. This should be a spectacular event.
Mirabilé Vocal Ensemble is looking for quality trained and/or experienced singers. Our standards are high but so are the rewards. We rehearse in West Bridgford, Nottingham, on Monday evenings, from 8-10.00pm. For enquiries or audition details please contact join_us@mirabile.org. uk or phone 07860930642.
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University Life Survival Guide by Sam Burton
University is said to be one of the sure-fire ways of getting a job. On top of that, university is supposed to be the best time of your life. With so much pressure put on one period of time, here are some tips, personal experiences, and industry facts to help you do this whole uni-thing right.
Student Finance The first hurdle you will encounter is Student Finance, the government appointed student-support system that pays for your university education and depending on your household income (what your parents earn) will give you a maintenance loan to help pay for your rent and survive the days on something more than £1 noodles (not fun, trust me). The highest maintenance tier is for people with a household income of £25,000 or less a year. This could get you up to £8,200 for your maintenance loan. If you decide to live at home you will get around £1000 less. But this money isn’t free (sadly). You’ll pay 9% of earnings above a threshhold of £21,000 (fixed til 2021) back to the government monthly until your debt is repaid. Eg; if you earn £25,000 you will pay 9% of £4,000: £30 a month. This will be taken out like a tax. Applying for Student Finance can seem very confusing with a lot of forms to fill out, but don’t worry; the sign-up process is a guided one on their website and makes everything surprisingly simple. Just make sure you have a working printer for the posted forms and that your parents have their income details to hand.
Housing Once you have the money, you’ll be wanting to find a place to live. An important decision as this will be the place you work, eat, sleep, and finally get to relax in after a long day of absorbing lecture after lecture for a year. The three main types of accommodation are flats, houses, and studio apartments. The average rent of a flat is £155.90 per week*. For a house it is £141.60 per week*. And for studios it is £222.70 per week*. I spent my first year in a student-flat with six other people. The first couple of months were super fun. It was daunting meeting so many new people at once, but everyone is in the same boat so the atmosphere is always welcoming. Not being much of a partyanimal though, the later months where the rest of the building were having a raging party were not as much fun. If that is your scene then you’ll feel right at home, but if you’re a bit more introverted like me, this may be an important factor to consider. For my second year I lived in a studio apartment where my living room, kitchen, and bedroom were all the same room. The independence and freedom a studio apartment gives is amazing. Being able to have my friends over whenever in this spacious zone that turned into our own personal gaming room and make-shift cinema made some of my favourite university memories.
Friends and Courses
Speaking of friends, they are the life-blood of any university experience. Being able to purely study what you want puts you into contact with like-minded people who all have the same overwhelming passion and being in that atmosphere is an electric feeling. Plus being able to just study what you want is a revelation in itself. That combined with the strong bonds forged through trying to hit an assignment’s deadline is an almost guaranteed winning combination.
No matter what, university is definitely an unforgettable time. So good luck and remember, even when you have five deadlines on the same week and the guy in the room next to you won’t stop blaring out the worst music imaginable, take moments for yourself and above all, have fun. *Averages worked out by taking the rent for the top 10 properties on an estate agent’s site in Sheffield on the time of writing and finding the mean.
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Yet another record for the Notts Guided Walks booklets
Demand continues to increase for the Notts Guided Walks booklet with 8500 printed for 2018 supported again by a detailed website: nottsguidedwalks.co.uk Most of the walks are short - the longest is 8 miles. There is a large section in the book for health walks too, perfect for our less able or recovering walkers. These walks are taken by trained leaders as part of a national scheme. Recent research on the benefits of easy exercise is again featured in the booklet and website. Remember, just a small amount of regular exercise can make a massive difference!
Fair Trade Coffee Morning with stalls... Kingswood Methodist Church Lambourne Drive, NG8 1GR
March 10th at 10am
Soup & Dessert Lunch at 11.45am Proceeds to Fairtrade & Development Fund
Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society
Get your FREE copy from a local library, information or visitor centre. This is your free ticket to companionship, better health and enjoyment of our countryside!
Wednesday 28th March: “Nottingham’s Famous Edwardians” by John Whitfield. Wednesday 25th April: “Wollaton Cottages” by Andrew Hamilton. This meeting includes a brief AGM. Meetings start at 7.30pm at St Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village (opposite Wollaton Library). Free for members, visitors/ non-members pay £2. Free refreshments for everyone after the talk. Bus No.30 or The Two. Contact: Angela Gilbert 01159283414 or see website http://www.spanglefish.com/ WollatonHistorical
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Nottingham Captivated By Strangers Project Photographer and Nottingham Trent University Lecturer Crash Taylor has spent the last 12 months taking photos of strangers in Nottingham.
stylish characters of Nottingham. “I love shooting pictures in the city centre, it is so vibrant and a massive melting pot of visually cool people.
The project has become an instant hit having been featured in the Nottingham Post, Notts TV, BBC Nottingham and numerous national photography magazines. There is a website, Facebook page and an Instagram feed, which just reached over 2000 followers.
“I select people who I find visually cool and interesting. That could be anyone but I let my eyes guide me. I must be doing something right as nine out of ten say yes to a photo.”
“I wish for a peaceful and happy life.” “I wish to time travel and go back and see David Bowie live in concert.”
Crash Taylor is a full time property photographer for fhp living but when not taking photos of homes, he is on the streets capturing portraits of visually inspiring people and asking them to make a wish. He says he started the project to break out of his comfort zone and meet strangers, to find out what people wish for in today’s urban society. He added: “I have taken photos in Los Angeles, New York, Helsinki, Spain, Italy, Hawaii and many other places and nothing compares to the
Crash Taylor asks each one to give him a single wish – but unusually does not take their names. “I plan to photograph 500”, he said. “When the project is complete, I plan on having an exhibition in the city centre and a book launch with all proceeds going to the charity, Save the Children.” “Photography is my passion and my wife thinks I should go to rehab for it. It will never happen, I enjoy the addiction.”
Crash also teaches street portrait workshops. The next one is Saturday, March 31st. Join him on the streets and shoot strangers with expert tuition. Contact him at crashtaylor@fhpliving.co.uk Check out the project for yourself and follow him on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ strangersofnottingham or visit: http://www.strangersofnottingham.com
Nottingham Flower Club Mar 22 - “Hold The Front Page” by June Borrowdale April 12 - Club Workshop April 26 - “My Bargain Hunt” by Beverley Short
Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY
Doors open: 6.45pm for 7.15pm All Welcome. Visitors £6 Info: jane.floraldesign@ntlworld.com
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Competition Winners
Congratulations to: T Sansom who won theatre tickets; M Sherratt, J Kennedy, M Booth & M Scott who won Escapologic tickets; T Smith, K Mayfield, T Kerwin & M Burrows who won Red Kangaroo tickets; J Griffin who won a £50 meal; G Lewis who won £25 cash; M.Clarke who won a £50 voucher. S D Hurst who won a £25 voucher; Thanks to: Theatre Royal, Bills, Brookfields Garden Centre, Escapologic & Red Kangaroo
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hankfully the sparkles weren’t packed away with the Christmas decorations as Strictly fever swept Nottingham during the first part of the year. Stars of the show past and present visited the Motorpoint Arena, whilst Anton and Erin dropped in on the Theatre Royal and Vincent and Flavia bought their Tango Moderno spectacular to the Royal Concert Hall. The 90 minute spectacular managed to pack in not only what shape tango is in today but what the UK’s dancing scene looks like, along with a lesson in relationships just in time for Valentines Day. Don’t put your dancing shoes away yet as we have Remembering Fred at the Theatre Royal (29 April), Flashdance (7 May) and Kevin and Karen (30 May) still to come. March sees the first of two visits from one of the most successful British female artists of the last decade to the city when singer-songwriter, Paloma Faith plays the Arena (3 March). She has also been announced as headlining this year’s Splendour Festival at Wollaton Park in June. Fancy some nostalgia? Make sure you catch Madness front man, Suggs at the Theatre Royal (18 March) and chart-topping duo Tears for Fears at the Arena (28 April). If you want to catch the stars of the future, then make sure you get yourself along to the Dot to Dot Festival taking place on 27 March. The Festival has continued to showcase the best new acts from around the world since starting in Nottingham more than a decade ago. Comedy is on the cards for the Spring as the Arena welcomes John Bishop (9 March) and Michael McKintyre (23/24 March) whilst David Baddiel (25 March) and Joe Lycett( 25 April) visit the Playhouse. Speaking of Spring, make sure you get along
to Hodstock Priory in Worksop to catch their magnificent display of Snowdrops before 18th March and enjoy the great outdoors at Wellow on Bank Holiday Monday (28 May) with their Maypole celebrations. This unique event has its roots in 19th century but has evolved over time to become one of Nottinghamshire’s largest one day village festivals. Finally, whilst we’re on the subject of history, keep fit and learn by joining a Lace Walk on 17/18 March. Manufactured lace had a momentous impact on Nottingham. Local historian and graphic designer Chris Mathews will lead the walk which will take in not only the workshops, factories and warehouses but also the streets, housing, parks and buildings transformed by the lace industry. The walk is part of Lace Unravelled, a season of events and exhibitions to celebrate 18 months’ research in to Nottingham City Museums & Galleries’ world-class Lace and Lace Machinery collections. Nottingham Playhouse – 0115 941 9419 Theatre Royal/Royal Concert Hall – 0115 838 4510 Lakeside Arts – 0115 846 777 Motorpoint Arena – 0843 373 3000
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.
NG8 Community Diary
If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list is here? Free for charity/not-forprofit groups. Charges apply to others. Call 0115 9269777 or email ali@ngmagazines.org.uk 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. 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. Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502. 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 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. Middleton Townswomen Guild - meet 2pm, first Tues of every month at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton. Guest speakers, social events, art & craft group. New members welcome. Call 0115 928 9399 for more info. 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. 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 Broxtowe Ramblers Walking Group - we walk all year round on Weds and Suns locally & further afield in Derbyshire & Leicestershire. Occasional coach trips. Everyone welcome. Please see www.broxtoweramblers.org.uk or call 07963 740172. Find us on Facebook. Wollaton Dovecote Ladies Probus - meet at 10 for 10.30am on 3rd Monday monthly at St Leonard’s Community Centre. Tea/coffee, speakers, outings. New members very welcome. For more information call Daryle on 0115 928 5780. 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. 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 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 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 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. The Nottingham Mechanics - Now rated 4* on google. 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 Wollaton Natural History Society - meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 7.30pm at St Leornard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village (opposite the library). Guest speakers & guided walks. See website www. spanglefish.com/wollatonnaturalhistory or call Peter King: 07534 567222. Visitors very welcome. 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 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 Derby Roundabout Social Club - 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Thursday club night at Rolls Royce Pavilion, Derby with a full monthly programme. Full details at www. derbyroundabout.club. Please join us - it’s fun! 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. 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
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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. 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 Wollaton Park Community Centre - welcomes new volunteers to help in the Community Garden on Harrow Road. We meet on the first Friday of the month from 10am. No special skills are needed & we break for refreshments. Further details from the wardens on 0115 928 8860 or just come along.
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
Chinese Brush Painting Class - runs most Wednesday nights in Beeston - 7.15pm - 9.15pm. Not 2nd Wed of month. The class is for beginners & improvers & costs £5 a week for insurance & basic materials. Tel: 0115 9224029 for more details. Wollaton Recorded Music Society - meets on the last Friday of most months @ 1.30pm in St Leaonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane. We enjoy listening to good music together with varied, themed presentations. You are most welcome to join us. Call Ron: 0115 916 1826 or Bill: 0115 928 6978 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 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.
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.
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 Nottinghack - a place where you can make anything. Free open evening 6.30-9.30pm every Wed at Unit F6, BizSpace, Roden House Business Centre, Nottingham, NG3 1JH. For more info visit: www.nottinghack.org.uk Nottingham 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 Scrabble, Bingo, Film Club, Hard of Hearing Group, Beetle Drive, Older Lesbian Network - all groups meet at Bradbury
House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ. Please call 0115 844 0011 for further info. For info on other activities call Nicky Newbury on 07872 839625 (Living Well Coordinator).
Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small and friendly walking club for single people born in the 50s &60s. We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more info visit www.bootlace-buddies.org.uk Derby Roundabout Social Club - 50+ single, separated, widowed and divorced. Every Thursday club night at Rolls Royce Pavilion, Derby and a full monthly programme. Full details at www.derbyroundabout.club. Please join us - it’s fun!
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
Nottingham Flower Club - Invites you to discover a new talent by joining us on a Thursday evening at the Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY. For dates of meetings contact Jane Walden - 0115 937 5343.
Nottingham 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 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 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
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
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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini (Four of Cups, The Sun, Three of Cups)
The fog clears, and you realise how lucky you are. We can all get a little complacent or even bored with our lives; overlooking the magic and the gifts; taking things for granted. A trip, celebration, party or event reminds you how lucky you are this month and everything takes on a rosy glow once more. So much so, you make plans to do even more wonderful stuff with those you love and like. Book a holiday!
Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius
Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus
(Six of Swords, King of Wands, Nine of Coins) Take a risk and move on; it’ll be worth it long term. Risky business is not exactly your favourite thing, BUT sometimes inaction is no LESS risky than bold action; we simply can’t see the opportunity cost of what we didn’t do. It’s a month for DOING; moving on; letting go; leaving behind. And your guiding light in all of this? Your long-term stability, security and future. What really counts long term? Go nurture, protect and build it.
Water signs- Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio
(Five of Wands, Four of Coins, The Lovers)
(Ace of Coins, Ten of Coins, Three of Coins)
It’s not necessarily ‘better the devil you know’, you know!
We all need our ‘nest’ to be safe, warm and happy, and you’re in the mood to make improvements, changes and investments that enhance your home life significantly. They may start small, it maybe something which pays back later, but it starts this month. Use your resources to make your home life even more cosy and magical. You’ll be glad you did…
Home improvements and celebrations.
A spat or (unwelcome) home truth jolts you out of thinking all is hunky dory in your world, and you feel conflicted about how to tackle it. Let sleeping dogs lie? The dust seems to have settled, maybe it should stay that way... Or not. This kicked off for a reason; find that reason and resolve the root cause of it, and then get back to being awesome. This is just a glitch.
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Funeral Directors/Plans Notts Funeral Service
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Garden Centres/Retailers Brookfields
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Carpets/Flooring The Little Carpet Co.
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Car Sales/Repairs/Parts Andrew Price T C Harrison
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Care Services Notts City Homes Radford Care
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Cleaning: homes, carpets, drives Aquablast 46 Chewing Services 28 Clean Core 33 Derwent Cleaning 57 Dustbusters 45
Removals/House Clearance A & K Removals 3 ACS Removals 28 Restaurants/Pubs/Bars/Cafes The Banyan Tree 21 Mulberry Tree Cafe 24 Smythsons Deli/Cafe 4 Schools/Colleges New College Notts
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Tree Surgeons Charnwood Trees Jack Glenn Tindle Tree Care WRS Trees
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Tuition English Tutor
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Windows/Doors/Fascias Apollo Windows A & M Windows Canterbury DJF Glazing KLG The Smashing Glass Co.
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Design & Print Nottingham Printing Print Toaster
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Loft Ladders/Conversions Lofty Ideals
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Medical Centres Grange Farm
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Optometrists Duffy Optometrists
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Health & Fitness Notts Guided Walks
Joinery D Moore
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