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Editor’s Message Happy New Year!!! Wasn’t 2017 a strange one!? Very few people predicted all the outcomes and irrespective of your leanings, the knock on effect seems to be pleasing no-one! Still the world keeps turning and so we crack on J
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For us, cracking on involves launching another magazine in 2018! Last year we acquired the Rural Trader in the Peak District and thus the Rural Voice was born. It has been nearly a year since then and I think it is fair to say that the readers are learning to love the quirkiness of Voice Magazines, which we’ve been delivering in this area for the past 7 (soon to be 8) years! We’re planning the launch in April 2018 so standby for more information in the coming months. We’ve also added in a couple of new features recently such as the Loopy Library, more articles and this month we have a brand new crossword feature. We are constantly working on new things to bring to the readers and we have more in the pipeline but is there anything you would like to see? Such as a health feature? Or a motoring feature? Or anything else? Send us your suggestions on email or on social media, we’re always more than happy to hear from our readers J In other, more personal news, every January I like to set up my Bucket List for the year. I don’t do resolutions as I always break them within the first 10 minutes! So I do a Bucket List instead. Last year’s involved the zip wire, a couple of travel destinations, zorbing and climbing another of the 3 peaks as well as some other bits and bobs. If I don’t manage to complete it, I carry things over for the next and I’m looking forward to more destinations, more peaks, zorbing (as I didn’t get around to that last year!) and husband permitting, some charity dog work! Happy Reading,
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Reader Review: The NEC Festive Gift Fair
Sometimes we receive something from one of our readers that helps to make all the hard work worthwhile. All of the contact we receive from our readers is so valuable to us; from the information on events and groups, to feedback on the magazine, our advertisers and, as in this instance, our competitions. So, you can imagine how delighted we were when Sarah, one of the winners of tickets to the NEC gift fair, offered to send us a review of her day. In her own words here is Sarah’s review. What a wonderful surprise to receive an email on 30 th October from the Voice Magazine to inform me that I had won a pair of tickets to the Festive Gift Fair at the NEC in Birmingham! Having recently lost my lovely Mum following a short illness this was a truly positive tonic. Not only that but one of my sisters who lives in Spain was visiting at that time so I was able to take her with me. It was a beautiful sunny day with crystal clear blue skies. We chose to go on the Friday. Hall 5 was busy but not so rammed that we couldn’t get around comfortably or see the wonderful gifts and goods on offer. My sister bought several beautifully crafted Christmas tree ornaments for friends in Spain as well as her (grown up) daughter who also lives there. There was live music (yes... we did jig along and have a sing-song... as did many other jolly folks!) The food stalls were wonderful... all manner of different cheeses, pickles and spicy dips and sauces. We decided on the sausage stall to choose our wonderful hot dog lunch. The cake stalls kept calling to us as we passed by but we managed to resist! The atmosphere was amazing and for a few hours we were able to push our recent sadness aside and do exactly what our Mum would have wanted... have some fun! I would like to say a very big thank you to Emily and her team at the Voice, not only for this wonderful treat, but for the service and information that they provide to our local community. Having moved to the locality just 18 months ago after 27 years of living in Skegness, my husband and I knew no local trades people. The Voice was absolutely invaluable in assisting us to use local businesses ranging from electricians to fascia work to garden projects. I still get a little bit giddy when the next copy drops through our letterbox. Having acquired Sarah, Rudolph and his rider a rescue puppy earlier in the year we eagerly flick and her sister Jan through to the Rambles with Rafa page to find our next new adventure! We have also been to many an event that we wouldn’t have known about without the ‘Out & About’ page.
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This talk will feature new stories on the lives of the servants and estate community at Chatsworth, uncovered as part of the From Servants to Staff project. The tales of tenants, housemaids, stable boys, gardeners and many more will chart three centuries of change, from 1700 to 1950. Refreshments are included in the Cavendish restaurant followed by the talk in the Hartington room. 19th January 2018. refreshments 10:30 am. Talk 11am. Tickets £12 each. For more information visit: www.chatsworth.org/events/servants-hall/
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A daily guide to some of the local clubs and groups in your area
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st. andrews Baby & toddler group The Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 10am - 11.30am. From young babies to school age. Contact Sara t: 01773 608083 m: 07736 927854 dog obedience classes Vacancies for this continuous class at Pentrich Village Hall, 7pm until 9pm. Call Margaret for more info on 07917 854486 amber Valley Voices Friendly Community Choir that meets at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall 7.30pm. Call Angie 01773 605050 for more info. soroptimist International amber Valley The Women’s International Service Organisation - a global voice for women. Meets every 2nd Monday, 7-30 pm at Firs House, Firs Gardens, High St. Alfreton. Contact 01773 745082 or 748606 south normanton gardeners association Friendly group that meets on the 2nd Monday of the month at the Post Mill Centre, SN at 7:30pm. Call Nigel on 01773 811429 adult st John classes are held at Dunniclffe House, Hilcote Street, South Normanton from 18.00 - 19.30, if anyone is interested in becoming a member contact the St John Ambulance Regional Office in Chesterfield or visit the St John Ambulance website for further details. e.m.J.J.a Jiu Jitsu & kobudo cub Monday at Alfreton Community Hall, Mansfield Road, Alfreton. 7.30pm -9.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com toddler group Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10am – 12 every week. Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information.
Tuesday
amber friendship group Meets on the 2nd Tuesday each month 2:30 to 4:30pm at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall for entertainment & afternoon tea. Call 01773 604204 for more info. dance group Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW - 8:30pm - 10:30pm. Come and join a friendly group. Coffee Morning Swanwick Baptist Church, Derby Road, Swanwick, DE55 1BG, hosts coffee, chat and crafts from 10am until 12pm. swanwick cygnets toddler group Meet at the Old School House, Swanwick. Term time - 9.15am 10.45am. Contact Angela - 01773 606329. luncheon club At Swanwick Methodist Church, Derbys Road, Swanwick. DE55 1AB. Contact Gill on 01773 607860 for more details. starter & sweet lunches Held on the 4th Tuesday of each month, 12-2pm at St James Church, Riddings. Contact Mrs Allsopp 01773 607590. somercotes choral society Rehearses every Tuesday at 7.15pm at Swanwick School and Sports College, Hayes Lane. No auditions. A great hobby. We perform two concerts a year. More information from David 07949 322 717. nras chesterield (national rheumatoid arthritis society) On the 1st Tuesday of each month at 6:30pm until 8pm at Bridge Street Methodist Church, Bridge Street, Pilsley. S45 8HE. Zion methodist, market street Coffee Club, 2nd & 4th Tuesday of the month, 10 – 11.30am Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 over 50’s club Held at Riddings Park Community Centre, DE55 4EW. 10am to 12am, come and enjoy a friendly cuppa, Bingo, Raffle and a chat. youth spirit (arts and activities for teenage girls) - Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 6.30pm – 8pm every week. Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information.
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Tuesday (cont...) alfreton model railway’s society club Open from 7pm for our club nights. The model railway is open for running most weekends and school holidays 11am to 5pm. Contact secretary.arms@btinternet.com, Fb: pg/ alfretonmrs/about/, Butterley Station, Ripley, Derbyshire, DE5 3QZ, T: 07838 002459. pentrich Historical society The third Tuesday of each month (September to June). 7:15pm. Pentrich Village Hall. Talks on various historical subjects. Light refreshments served. £3 per meeting. For more info visit www.facebook.com/Pentrich-Historical-Society or contact Michael Parkin on 01773 603071
Wednesday
derbyshire wildlife trust Meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month at Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings. Each month there is a rafle and speaker with topics of interest. swanwick wI 3rd Weds each month at Swanwick Methodist Church Hall, 7:30 - 9:30pm. Call Pam 01773 602335 for more info. oakwood royal British legion Meet at the Oakwood Community Centre, 8:30- 10:30pm. All welcome for socials & branch meetings. Call 01332 679282. alfreton town Juniors u14’s 7-8pm at Somerlea Park astro pitch, call Ben on 07972 927236. watchorn tots parent and toddler group Watchorn Church, Derby Road, Alfreton. Term time - 10am - 11.30am. For further details contact Judith via www. watchornchurch.com over 50’s sequence dancing Riddings Community Centre, West Street, Riddings, DE55 4EW. 2pm - 4pm. Small friendly group enjoying light exercise and friendship. Rafle tea and biscuits. Contact 01773 607907 Baby group Held at Pinxton Nursery School, Kirkstead Road, Pinxton. NG16 6NA. 1 – 3pm, All under 1’s welcome. Call 01773 863105 greenhillock’s fellowship Over 50’s club at Wood St Methodist Church, Ripley. Wed 2pm to 3:30p. Call David on 01773 423854 aVrufc senior section Training during close season takes place at Amber Valley RUFC, Lower Somercotes (opposite Pye Bridge Ind Est.) starts at 7pm - 8.30. Contact Stuart Artliff 07966 867946 or Gareth Pilkington 07772 366157. south normanton dramatic society We meet at the Post Mill Centre in South Normanton, 7:30pm until 10pm. Contact Ian at sthnormds@gmail.com or FB www.facebook.com/SNorDS for more information. e.m.J.J.a Jiu Jitsu & kobudo cub Wednesday at Alfreton Leisure Centre, Church Street, Alfreton. 7.00pm – 8.00pm. £5.00 per lesson. First lesson free. Contact Sensei D Kershaw on 07840 327134 or email darrenker@sky.com J28, the common Wednesday Club 6.30 – 7.30 pm School Years 1-5, term time only Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com salvation army, market street Wednesday Night Fellowship @ 7pm Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 swanwick men’s shed - Now open to new members 3:30pm Wednesday and Thursday. Tea, cake and wood working projects. Turners Lane, Off Crays Hill, DE55 1AS. Contact Charlie Parkes 07967 378305 swanwick reading group We meet on the second Wednesday of each month at the Boot and Slipper pub in Swanwick at 7pm. For further details please call Gary on 07941 766448 or email garynwood@hotmail.com
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alfreton society of painters Going for over 70 years. New members welcome. 7-9pm at the Genesis Centre, King Street, Alfreton. Call Carol for more info on 01773 603707. alfreton & district u3a Meet every second Thursday of each month at Christ the King Church Hall, Nottingham Road, Alfreton at 2pm. Contact Gill on 01773 608863, email gilldawe.egd@gmail.com leabrooks cougars fc Training sessions for U13’s. 6-7pm at Swanwick Hall School. Contact Andy on 07811 227720. alfreton male Voice choir rehearsals 6:45pm at Palmer Morewood Social Club, Hall Street. New members welcome- no audition, just a love of singing. 01773 833391 ripley poetry reading group, Meet at Ripley Library, Grosvenor road,2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, 2pm to 4pm. Contact Janet Dawson, 01773 513247, for further details. salvation army, market street Drop-in Centre / Café 9.30 – 12.30 Contact Ruth Sheppard 07855 455093 / Joan Mellors 01773 783386 Zion methodist, market street Youth Club for ages 5-11 @6.30pm Contact: Freda Ludlam 01773 811875 J28, the common Platinum Seniors, 1st Thursday of the month Contact: 01773 810410 / j28church@btconnect.com / www.thejunction28church.com craft group for all ages - Church of Christ, Colledge Street, Riddings, from 10:30am – 12:30 every week. Contact Chris on 07738 221330 for more information. Coffee Morning For All 9.30am to 11.30am at the Riddings Park Community Centre (DE55 4EW). Come and enjoy a drink in pleasant company, all ages welcome, come and enjoy & make new friends. swanwick men’s shed - Now open to new members 3:30pm Wednesday and Thursday. Tea, cake and wood working projects. Turners Lane, Off Crays Hill, DE55 1AS. Contact Charlie Parkes 07967 378305
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Mike’s Musings As a big fan of tall tales I really enjoyed this month’s musing. I’ve heard many over the years and the best often have a twist in the tail, I even heard one where the tail was the twist, but that’s another story. Over to you Mike…
‘I had an interesting day in Alfreton last month’ I used my bus pass – wonder how long I’ll be allowed to keep that – and popped up to Alfreton on a Thursday morning recently to see a guy who had advertised that he’d got a talking dog for sale. I wasn’t that bothered about having a pet, but did think it would be useful, if for no other reason than it would give the missus someone to talk to when I was down the pub. When I found the house on Long Meadow Road and saw that it was neat, tidy and with a pleasant garden, I was pleased, as this suggested caring owners and it was likely that the dog was well looked after. I rang the bell and a pleasant looking chap opened the door and invited me in. I was a little nervous as, other than my Uncle Lee’s parrot, I’d never come across a talking creature of any description. I was put at ease straightaway however, as the owner said, “I can see that you’re a bit sceptical, so why don’t you go through to the kitchen where Russell, that’s the dog’s name, is looking forward to meeting you.” I felt a bit daft but when I went through the kitchen door, there was Russell and yes, he did look pleased to see me. “Hello there, Russell,” I ventured, “I understand that you can talk.”
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Cooper’s Corner Follow Barry on Twitter @bazdjcooper Nottingham Forest writer at the Nottingham Post It may be a new calendar year but for football fans it’s only halfway through the league season. So, what better a time to reflect on the relative positions our local clubs find themselves in and who better a man to do it that our Barry…
With the New Year festivities, it’s only right to reflect on what was another fascinating year across our top football clubs. You’d have to say that Notts County have arguably made the greatest progress since Alan Hardy bought the club from Ray Trew in January, carefully plotting the Magpies’ move to League Two safety under Kevin Nolan, a man he appointed shortly after his own arrival. County have surged from being haunted with relegation from the Football League and looking deep into the abyss to challenging at the top of the division, and look a solid bet to at least make the top six, if not sustain a charge for the automatic spots. Notts are a club going places and the work being done at Meadow Lane is proof that with a little thought, care, attention and money spent wisely, things can be achieved. At Nottingham Forest, 2017 was another year that consisted of poor performance, negativity and off-field problems that blighted a club downtrodden and staring relegation in the face. Fawaz Al Hasawi’s departure, coupled with the takeover by Evangelos Marinakis and the appointment of Mark Warburton has seen new positivity engulf the City Ground. Season ticket sales are at a record high for this century, while week-to-week attendances are more then 5,000 up on this stage a year ago. Warburton’s philosophy and ethos to make Forest a more watchable side has certainly
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