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One Hundred Years Old And Still Keeping Fit At one hundred years old, Stan Partridge from Trowell is proof that you’re never too old to exercise. Stan celebrated his 100th birthday on 26th January but still manages to keep fit by taking part in one of Broxtowe Borough Council’s Movement to Music classes each week.

A World War II Veteran, Stan, who lives at one of the Council’s Retirement Living schemes has been attending the classes for the past three years to help keep him fit and healthy, as well as giving him an opportunity to socialise with other residents.

Movement to Music Instructor, Amy Godsmark said: “Stan is always enthusiastic and the sessions have really helped him stay fit and keep his independence. He’s a very popular resident and says how much he enjoys the social aspects of the classes as well. I enjoy teaching these classes because every day is different and the ladies and gents at class really enjoy taking part. I can notice a difference in their flexibility, balance and co-ordination too which is veryrewarding. I love teaching this age group they are always loyal, hard-working and a good giggle!”

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Movement to Music classes are suitable for older people or those with mobility problems. The classes use a mixture of exercise techniques, seated and standing, stretching, core stability and Pilates all to both retro and modern music.

Broxtowe Borough Council runs four weekly classes at the following times and locations: Tesco Toton Community room on Mondays between 2.15pm to 3.15pm Church Close, Trowell on Tuesdays between 10.30am to 11.30am The Pearson Centre, Beeston on Wednesdays between 2.00pm and 3.00pm Westbourne Court, Bramcote on Thursdays between 11.00am and 12.00pm All classes cost just £2.00 and there is no need to book.

Taking part in exercise is important for all ages and abilities. Adapted exercise such as walking sports and seated exercise enables all to take part, whatever your ability. Exercise helps to prevent conditions such as heart disease, osteoporosis, diabetes and reduce the risk of stroke. It also helps to prevent falls by as much as 54% and can enable you to continue with everyday tasks, as well as preventing mental health issues keeping you feeling great!

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EGG-TRAORDINARY CHARITY BALL WITH EASTER JUST around the corner, what better way to celebrate than at this year’s annual Broxtowe Borough ‘Spring into Summer' Charity Ball, where guests will receive one of 200 hand-knitted chicks and a Cadburys Cream Egg in support of Cancer Research UK. The ball will take place at the Nottingham Belfry Hotel on Saturday 28th March and is in aid of two charities, Hope Nottingham and Cancer Research UK. This year’s unusual table gifts have been provided by the Nuthall & Kimberley Cancer Research Committee, who each year knit thousands of chicks to raise funds for the charity. In 2013 the Committee raised over £10,000 alone by knitting the Easter chicks.

This year’s Broxtowe Borough Charity & Civic Ball promises to be as popular as ever, starting with a drinks reception followed by a delicious three course meal. All this for just £32.00 per person, as well as a charity raffle with fantastic prizes sponsored by local businesses and dancing to Maslow, a top class functions band from the East Midlands.Tickets are on sale now for the black-tie evening, hosted by the Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor Stan Heptinstall MBE at the award-winning Nottingham Belfry Hotel, Mellors Way, Nottingham.

Councillor Heptinstall said: “Spring is a lovely season which often symbolises hope and this year’s ‘Spring into Summer’ themed event will raise funds to help support and give hope to all those that these charities support every day.”

“I have been overwhelmed by the support for my chosen charities during my time as Mayor and tickets to the Charity Ball are selling fast.

I encourage local people from across the community to book their place and join me with friends, family and colleagues for an enjoyable evening of fun and fundraising."

Local businesses so far who have been supporting the Ball through sponsorship and by donating raffle prizes include Bullock Construction, Heart Internet Ltd, KLG Amazing Glazing, Complete Working and Webro, amongst others.

Tickets can be purchased from the Civic Office at Broxtowe Borough Council or by visiting www.broxtowe.gov.uk/civic. A special room rate is also on offer for a limited number of rooms for guests staying overnight at the Belfry Hotel.

For more information, please contact Broxtowe Borough Council on 0115 917 3210 or email civic@broxtowe.gov.uk

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centres are the full package. That’s without mentioning the great health and social benefits they provide. There are three cycle centres across the Borough in Beeston, Stapleford and Eastwood. These centres are open to anyone and cater to every skill level. This includes everything from teaching kids to ride their bikes to helping adults gain the confidence to start using their bike as a mode of transport.

Set up in May 2014, Beeston Cycle Centre runs on Above: Wednesday and Saturdays from Hetley Pearson Pavilion. Wednesdays are led by well-respected instruc- Dr Bike (Alex) working his magic! tor Adrian Juffs, who has been running rides in the area for many years and delivers cycle maintenance courses. Adrian’s led ride on Wednesdays have become so popular that he recently hit a new milestone as he took his 100th rider!

“I enjoy the rides because it keeps me fit. The leader is good fun, knowledgeable and takes us on interesting rides. The rest of the group gel well, help each other out, and I've seen lots of Nottingham and its surroundings that I've never seen before. I would recommend the group to anyone.” says John Groves who attends Beeston Cycle Centre.

Saturday sessions in Beeston are run by popular local instructor, Kelly O’Brian. Kelly has a particular flare for engaging the younger generation in cycling. One of the longest serving cycle instructors Brian Shaw leads the Stapleford sessions on a Saturday morning from Hickings Lane Recreation Ground, along with Peter Revill. Eastwood cycle centre is run by Liz Johnson, an enthusiastic British Cycling coach who can’t help but pass on her love of cycling. TravelRight Broxtowe are currently offering a free quality D-Lock and cable to anyone who attends at least three of their training sessions within Broxtowe cycle centres (terms and conditions apply) In addition, Dr Bike will visit each centre of the following dates.

Turn up early to get your free cycle MOT: • Dr Bike at Hickings Lane Recreation Ground, NG9 8PJ on Saturday 7th March from 9am until 12noon • Dr Bike at Hetley Pearson Recreation Ground, Cartwright Way, NG9 1RL on Saturday 14th March from 9am – 12noon The TravelRight team offer transport advice, free events and support to job seekers and learners to make it easier to get around on public transport, walking and cycling, helping residents save time, money, feel fitter and healthier at the same time.

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Breaking the law without realising- Tips for all drivers.

Being pulled over by the police is something all drivers – law-abiding or not – dread.

Perhaps you’d been a little overenthusiastic with your right foot, or maybe you were giving in to the temptation to check your emails while stopped at traffic lights.

Using an Apple Watch while driving could put you in prison for up to two years. This new gadget allows users to make calls, check their messages and monitor their health.

But do so while driving and you face the same penalties as for using a hand-held mobile phone.

For while we may all be aware of the illegality of, say, exceeding the speed limit, most of Britain’s 34 million drivers risk falling foul of the law because of the seemingly innocent things we do in our cars.

From driving with a dirty number plate (£1,000 fine) to playing music too loudly, taking to the road in 21st-century Britain is fraught with legal issues.

We know we shouldn’t use a mobile phone it unless it’s hands-free, a motorist might feel it’s ok and correct bypulling to the side of the road before making a call. But unless the engine is switched off, then, in law, they are deemed to be using the phone while driving, which will net them three points – which could soon be hiked up to six – and a £100 fine.

Conversely, people think that using the phone hands-free or taking their eyes off the road to look at the satnav is somehow powerful mitigation if it affects their driving.

But just because these devices are legal, they can’t protect you from a criminal charge if they distract you. If you decide to put on a bit of lipstick at the traffic lights or grab a sandwich (or a banana) while driving, both of these actions, could lead to a charge of not being in proper control of your vehicle – an offence that carries three points and a £100 fine.

On the snacking point, however, the University of Leeds found that reaction times of motorists who took in a snack while driving were up to 44 per cent below their normal response time.

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We’re responsible for what happens in the car – something dog lovers should take note of when travelling with their pets. If your dog sticks its head out the window, starts yapping madly or even tries to slobber on you at the lights, such actions will not provide a defence if you cause an accident or drive erratically.

More than one in four (27%) dog-owning motorists unwittingly break the law when it comes to transporting their pets by not keeping them restrained when their vehicles are on the road, new research has found*.

The RAC Pet Insurance study also revealed that 4% of pet (2% dog and 2% cat) owners have had an accident, or a near miss, as a result of a cat or dog being loose in their car.

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While the majority agree that it is a hazard to allow a dog to be loose in a vehicle, 28% said they would let their dog move freely, even in a vehicle full of luggage. Also of concern is that 21% usually leave their dogs unsecured on car seats while 6% let them travel in passenger footwells.

Of those who do secure their dogs in transit on the road, a third (34%) restrict their animals to the boot, less than a quarter (24%) use a pet seatbelt or harness, and just 15% transport their dogs in a cage or carrier.

As many as 78% of dog owners travel with their dogs in the car whereas cat owners do not tend to drive with their cats as much, with only 50% saying they ride with them.

Parents should note that it is illegal to use a hand-held phone or be over the drinkdrive limit when supervising a learner.

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COMMUNITIES TOGETHER FOR HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY SCHOOLCHILDREN helped Broxtowe Borough Council mark Holocaust Memorial Day 2015 at a short ceremony last month to mark the 15th annual event. Pupils from Springbank Primary School choir, Eastwood performed ‘Something Inside So Strong’ at the event in the Walled Garden at Bramcote Hills Park.Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor Stan Heptinstall MBE joined the children, alongside Youth Mayor, Jade Cox and pupils from Hall Park Academy, Eastwood in delivering readings to reflect the theme of this year’s event, ‘ Keeping the Memory Alive’. Members of the Pulp Friction Atmosphere Glee Choir concluded the event with a musical performance.

In the light of the recent tragic incidents across the world, an additional short ceremony took place outside the Town Hall, Beeston to show support for peace and harmony in the community. The Mayor released a dove of peace as a symbol of community cohesion and to demonstrate solidarity in the fight against hate crime. Each year for the past 15 years Broxtowe Borough Council has held a ceremony at Bramcote Hills Park on 27th January to mark Holocaust Memorial Day. The Holocaust Memorial Garden at the park was opened at the first ceremony on 27th January 2001. The garden helps to ‘Keep the Memory Alive’ in the Borough, including a sculpture created by Naomi Blake, a survivor of Auschwitz in memory of the 6,000,000 Jews murdered by the Nazis because of who they were, a Ginkgo Biloba Tree in memory of Dr Matel Shimonovna Chernyavskaya, a Holocaust survivor, which was planted as a lasting tribute to commemorate victims and symbolise hope for the future, a sapling tree to mark Nelson Mandela’s 90th Birthday and in December 2014, a Pyrus calleryana ‘Chanticleer’ tree was planted to mark the 20th anniversary of the Rwandan Genocide.

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Holocaust Memorial Day is a nationwide event held each year to remember those aected by the crimes against humanity committed during the Holocaust and in subsequent atrocities throughout the world. This year also marks the 70th anniversary since the liberation of Auschwitz.

Broxtowe Borough Council marks Holocaust Memorial Day each year as councillors, local residents, young people, religious and multi faith groups are invited to attend a short ceremony in Bramcote Hills Park.

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Tips on using a slow cooker Slow cookers are cheap to buy, economical to use and they're great for making the most of budget ingredients. They offer a healthier, low-fat method of cooking and require the minimum amount of effort.

1. Save time & effort - One of the main attractions for many is the ease of a slow-cooker so when you’re looking for recipes, avoid those that suggest a lot of pre-preparation. For many dishes, particularly soups and stews, you really can just throw all the ingredients in. It can be nice to cook the onions beforehand as the flavour is different to when you put them in raw but experiment both ways as you may find you prefer one. It can also be good to brown meat to give it some colour but again this is not essential.

2. Get ahead - If you’re short on time in the morning, prepare everything you need for your slow-cooked meal the night before, put it into the slow-cooker dish, cover and store in the fridge overnight. Ideally the dish should be as close to room temperature as possible, so get it out of the fridge when you wake up and leave it for 20 minutes before turning the cooker on. If you need to heat your dish beforehand, then put the ingredients in a different container and transfer them in the morning.

3. Save money - Slow cookers are great for cooking cheaper cuts like beef brisket, pork shoulder, lamb shoulder and chicken thighs. You can also use less meat as slow-cooking really extracts a meaty flavour that permeates the whole dish. Bulk up with vegetables instead.

4. Trim the fat - You don’t need to add oil to a slow cooker, the contents won’t catch as long as there’s enough moisture in there. You don’t need a lot of fat on your meat either. Normally when you fry meat, a lot of the fat drains away, this won’t happen in a slow cooker so trim it off, otherwise you might find you have pools of oil in your stew. This will give you a healthier result and it’ll still be tasty.

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5. Go easy on the liquid - Because your slow cooker will have a tightly sealed lid, the liquid won’t evaporate so if you’re adapting a standard recipe, it’s best to reduce the liquid by roughly a third. Liquid should just cover the meat and vegetables. Don’t overfill your slow cooker or it may start leaking out the top and food won’t cook as well. Half to two thirds full is ideal and certainly no more than three quarters.

6. Thickening - Just as the the liquid doesn’t reduce it also doesn’t thicken. You can roll meat in a small amount of seasoned flour before adding it to the slow cooker or use a little cornflour at the end. If you want to do the latter, take a teaspoon or two of cornflour, mix it to a paste with a little cold water. Stir into your simmering slow cooker contents, then replace the lid.

7. Slow is good - Use the ‘Low’ setting as much as you can, finding most dishes really benefit from a slow, gentle heat to really bring out the flavours. This also means you won’t need to worry if you’re heading out for the day, it’ll take care of itself.

8. Leave it alone - Slow cookers are designed to do their own thing so you don’t need to keep checking the contents. Everytime you take the lid off it will release some of the heat, so if you keep doing this you’ll have to increase the cooking time.

9. When to add food - Ideally you want to choose recipes where most, if not all, of the ingredients can be added at the beginning, leaving you free to do other things. However in most cases, pasta, rice and fresh herbs will need to be added towards the end.

10. How long should I cook it for?

If a dish usually takes: 15 - 30 mins, cook it for 1 - 2 hours on High or 4 - 6 hours on Low 30 mins - 1 hour, cook it for 2 - 3 hours on High or 5 - 7 hours on Low 1 - 2 hours, cook it for 3 - 4 hours on High or 6 - 8 hours on Low 2 - 4 hours, cook it for 4 - 6 hours on High or 8 - 12 hours on Low Root vegetables can take longer than meat and other vegetables so put these near the heat source, at the bottom of the pot.

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Spiced Carrot and Lentil Soup Delicious spicy blend, packed with goodness & iron, a low fat soup.

This can be made in a saucepan or in a slow cooker.

Serve 4 takes about 15 minutes to cook in saucepan , 3 hours in slow cooker Ingredients 2 tsp cumin seeds pinch chilli flakes 2 tbsp olive oil 600g carrots, washed and coarsely grated (no need to peel) 140g split red lentils 1l hot vegetable stock (from a cube is fine) 125ml milk plain yogurt and naan bread, to serve Method Heat a large saucepan and dry-fry the cumin seeds and chilli flakes for 1 min, or until they start to jump around the pan and release their aromas. Scoop out about half of the seeds with a spoon and set aside. Add the oil, carrot, lentils, stock and milk to the pan and bring to the boil. Simmer for 15 mins until the lentils have swollen and softened.

Whizz the soup with a stick blender or in a food processor until smooth (or leave it chunky if you prefer). Season to taste and finish with a dollop of yogurt and a sprinkling of the reserved toasted spices. Serve with warmed naan breads.

Tips: If you want to use a slow cooker...

Place half the cumin seeds, half the chilli flakes, the oil, carrots, lentils and 700ml stock into your slow cooker pot. Cover and cook on High for 3 hours until the lentils are tender. Dry-fry the remaining cumin seeds and chilli flakes just until fragrant. When the lentils are done, stir in the milk and whizz up the soup depending on how chunky you’d like it.

Make it Moroccan Substitute the chilli flakes and cumin seeds for a few teaspoons of harissa paste. You could add cooked shredded chicken at the end of cooking, too.

Make it dairy-free For a richer but dairy-free alternative, use a can of reduced-fat coconut milk instead of the milk

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Saving Money Tips - Food Consider frozen food its often cheaper and it doesn’t go off in the same way fresh does.

Avoid brand names. Wherever possible take advantage of supermarket basics/economy items Grow your own, now is an ideal time to plan what you want to grow.

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Beans, beans, beans. Nourishing, filling, versatile and very cheap. The cheapest way to buy them is dried. You then soak the required quantity overnight and boil then next day. Black eye beans and lentils (lentils don’t need pre-soaking) are the quickest cookers, needing only about 30 minutes. They can then be used in casseroles, soups, pasta sauces, curries, chilli, pasties, salads – you name it!

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IN THE COMMUNITY Note from Stapleford Community Group: Stapleford Community Group would like to thank everyone who took part in the consultation last year with regards the plans to improve Peatfield Road Recreation Ground.

You may already be aware that a very successful grant of £21,000 was awarded and the work is set to commence on Monday 2nd March.

There will be some slight disruptions during the much needed improvements but we are sure these will be minimal and once completed you will enjoy the park even more.If you have any questions or concerns then please contact Chairman on 07740344427 The funding, from Veolia Environmental Trust will be help make improvements to the site including a new circular footpath around the Recreation Ground, as well as seating and bulb planting.

The new path will be similar to that introduced at the nearby Hickings Lane Recreation Ground which has proved to be very popular with park visitors of all ages.

Councillor Greg Marshall, Portfolio Holder for Environment said: “The Council is delighted that this bid has been successful. The funding will help us to continue to work with partners including Groundwork to improve our parks and open spaces so they can be enjoyed by all Broxtowe residents.”

Broxtowe Borough Council will fund the remaining £10,000 required for the project.

Stapleford Community Group** were also pivotal in securing the funding, assisting with consultation work for the bid.

Works will begin later this year and local schoolchildren will be invited to take part in the bulb planting. **Peatfield Road Recreation Ground as it is better known, the consultation involved meeting people on the park and delivering a questionnaire to ask local residents what they wanted on the park. The results all gathered and submitted with the funding application.

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IN THE COMMUNITY Free gardening at Dig In, Stapleford If you enjoy growing your own food, or would like to give it a try on our allotment, come along to our friendly group.

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Venue: Albany Allotments site Pasture Rd Stapleford NG9 8HZ. For more information: http://www.diginstapleford.org.uk/ 14th March 2015 Starts at: 10:00am for 2 hours Beeston Farmers’ Market Starting on 15th March 2015 at 9:00am for 5 hours Monthly Farmers’ Market in the heart of Beeston Town.

Free Cycle Training - Stapleford Free bike hire, fun leisurely bike rides, expert cycling advice & information on local cycle routes. Every Saturday, 9am - 1pm 9.00 - 10.00 - Family training (Children & parents) 10.00 - 11.00 - Learn to Cycle (Beginners) 11.00 - 12 noon - Cycle on Quite Roads (Improvers) 12 noon - 13.00 - Guided Ride Booking required for training sessions, not required for guided ride.

Venue: Hickings Lane Recreation Ground Pavilion, Stapleford Free Cycle Training - Beeston every Saturday & Wednesday Free bike hire, fun bike rides, expert advice & information on local cycle routes, every Saturday & Wednesday.

Saturday - 9am - 2pm; 9am - 10am - Learn to cycle (beginners) 10am - 11am - Cycling on quite roads (improvers) 11am - 2pm - Longer Guide Ride Booking is required for training, but not for guided rides.

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Book Review by Clare Lyons The Reversal by Michael Connolly This was an intriguing book, and another new-to-me author to get to grips with.

It is essentially a court room drama, but with a genuinely compelling set of characters and a few red herrings and surprises to keep the story going at a very strong pace. The main character is Mickey Haller, a well known defence attorney who is asked to work for the prosecution – immediately creating a good dramatic situation and a tension that lasts throughout the story. Then throw in working with an ex-wife or two and the tension builds! The story stood on its own, despite the fact that it does allude to other books that Mickey Haller is in.

It is well written and easy to enjoy, despite being about the murder of a child; which is not overly graphic or needlessly bloodthirsty. The legal situations are interesting and the characters have enough ‘kept back’ that they remain believable and clear to imagine. It was a good story, well told. It also had a satisfying ending which certainly makes you want to read more.

This is the third Mickey Haller book, and also features Harry Bosch who also has a series of books as the lead character, as well as other stand alone crime/ drama offerings by Connolly. As with most authors who write to a ‘pattern’ I suspect reading too many all at once could become a bit predictable, but the quality means that dipping in and out is well worth a go.

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IN THE COMMUNITY Community Group Broxtowe College Community Development Team Training and education in the community Contact: Rose Best Tel: 01773 785512 Broxtowe Play Forum Resource Centre Centre for childrens groups aged 0-16 years in Broxtowe area – offering low cost art/craft materials, hire equipment, scrap store, workshops – membership only Open Tuesday/Thursdays 10am-12noon 1pm-4pm; 1st Saturday in month 10am-12noon Contact: Lorraine Reason Tel: 0115 9491497 Broxtowe Single Homeless Action Group Promotes Stratergies to prevent youth homelessness (16-25 yrs) in Broxtowe borough. Activity-based awareness-raising work in local schools and youth groupsCurrently supporting inter-agency forum and developing a parenting teenagers project Meetings: Ring for information Contact: Kris Gregory Tel: 0115 949 7790 Broxtowe Womens Project Source of information and help for women who are suffering domestic violence Meetings: Do not meet as a group. One-to- one meetings with outreach worker can be arranged at a a safe venue Contact: 01773 718555 Info line: 01773 719111 (Mon-Fri) confidential answer phone Citizens Advice Broxtowe – Stapleford Outreach Independent, impartial, free and confidential advice on just any subject including benefits, debt, housing and employment Opening Times:Mon/Tues app only: 9:30am -12:30pm (please phone for appointment or book in person at the Care Centre main reception). Thurs drop in: 9:30am – 12.30pm Stapleford Care Centre Church Street Stapleford NG9 8DB Tel: 0115 8754900

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Community Groups ‘Dig In’ Stapleford’s Community Allotment Community Allotment in Stapleford, run by and for local people who like growing fruit and veg and like eating it even more!

‘Family fun days’ (themed open days) each year; occasional horticultural workshops; regular on-site ‘Cook and Eat’ sessions; and various trips and outings.

It’s completely free; all materials provided for use on site. No experience or knowledge necessary; we all learn from one another. Everyone gets to take home a share of the harvest too!For more information contact Kathy 0115 875 2095 (office hours), also visit the, ‘Dig In’ Keep Stapleford Tidy A voluntary group dedicated to keeping Stapleford tidy through litter surveys, litter picks and awareness raising Meetings: As and when required at Stapleford Volunteer Bureau Contact: Barbara Brook Tel: 0115 939 4976 Montrose Court Community Centre Community centre for residents of Melbourne Road estate – .

Rooms available for hire Meetings: various days and times Contact: Richard Lea Tel: 0115 9173395 New Stapleford Community Centre General services to the community Meetings: Various organisations use the facilities at Washington Drive on various days and times Contact: Mr A Bexton Tel: 0115 939 8232 New Stapleford Neighbourhood Watch Notts/Derby Hemlockstone Lion’s Club Raise Funds and distribute money to charitable causes Meetings: 1st and 3rd Tuesdays in the month, 8:15 at Victoria Hotel Dovecote Lane Beeston Contact: Katharine Stewart 0845 833 4314

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IN THE COMMUNITY Community Groups South Broxtowe Local Area Forum A partnership of local organisations, agencies and individuals working together for the benefit of the local communityMeetings: Every 8 weeks at various venues Contact: Kath Farmer Tel: 0115 977 3853 Stapleford and Sandiacre St John Ambulance Division First aid training and active service assisting at local events Meetings: Tuesday evenings 7:30-9:00pm at St Johns Headquarters Grasmere Street, Sandiacre Contact: Mr Ian Brabson Tel: 0115 917 0517 Stapleford Childminders Association Meeting of registered childminders and prospective childminders Meetings: Last Monday of the month during term time 9:30-11:00am at New Stapleford Community Centre, Washington Drive Stapleford Community Group 245 Ilkeston Road, Stapleford, Nottinghamshire, NG98JH. 07740344427. staplefordcommunitycentre@gmail.com. Working alongside Broxtowe Borough Council, Nottingham County Council to help bring improvements to Stapleford. Various events throughout the year. Also organise litter picking and gardening in the community. Contact Richard MacRae for details.

Stapleford Friday Group Support, Social activities, trips for people with long term mental health problems Meetings: Friday lunchtimes 11:00am-3:00pm at Stapleford Comunity Centre, Church Lane, Stapleford Contact: Ian Haines Tel: 0115 943 0456 Stapleford Learning Community Operations Group Identify gaps in existing provision and plan adult learning opportunities Meetings: Quarterly meetings (contact for more information) also copies of Stapleford Local Learning Guide available Contact: Maxine Murray Tel: 0115 977 2155

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Free gardening at Dig In, Stapleford If you enjoy growing your own food, or would like to give it a try on our allotment, come along to our friendly group.

Dress suitably for the weather conditions and bring your own sturdy footwear.

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Ring the bell on the gate to be let in!

Venue: Albany Allotments site Pasture Rd Stapleford NG9 8HZ. For more information: http://www.diginstapleford.org.uk/ 14th March 2015 Starts at: 10:00am for 2 hours Beeston Farmers’ Market Starting on 15th March 2015 at 9:00am for 5 hours Monthly Farmers’ Market in the heart of Beeston Town.

Free Cycle Training - Stapleford Free bike hire, fun leisurely bike rides, expert cycling advice & information on local cycle routes. Every Saturday, 9am - 1pm 9.00 - 10.00 - Family training (Children & parents) 10.00 - 11.00 - Learn to Cycle (Beginners) 11.00 - 12 noon - Cycle on Quite Roads (Improvers) 12 noon - 13.00 - Guided Ride Booking required for training sessions, not required for guided ride.

Venue: Hickings Lane Recreation Ground Pavilion, Stapleford Free Cycle Training - Beeston every Saturday & Wednesday Free bike hire, fun bike rides, expert advice & information on local cycle routes, every Saturday & Wednesday.

Saturday - 9am - 2pm; 9am - 10am - Learn to cycle (beginners) 10am - 11am - Cycling on quite roads (improvers) 11am - 2pm - Longer Guide Ride Booking is required for training, but not for guided rides.

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IN THE COMMUNITY Community Groups The Helpful Bureau - Stapleford Recruits, supports and trains volunteers. Provides transport, shopping, gardening, furniture, decorating, good neighbour and wheelchair pushing schemes Contact: Tel: 0115 949 1175 Email: stapvolbureau@aol.com Silver Surfers - Helpful Bureau Helpful volunteers will gently guide you through how to use a computer.

Ring now to book a slot with a volunteer tutor 0115 949 1175 Every Wednesday afternoon at The Helpful Bureau, 39-41Church Street, Stapleford NG9 8GA ÂŁ3 for a 35 minute one to one tuition session.

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Stapleford South East CAT meeting The meeting is an informal forum where you can voice your concerns, raise issues and make suggestions for improvement of your local area Details: Stapleford South East CAT meeting on 10/03/15 Location: The Meeting Place Councillors: David Grindell and Jacky Williams Category: Community Action Team (CATs) Date: 10th March 2015 Starts at: 7:00pm for 90 minutes Venue: The Meeting Place, (next door to the Horse and Jockey Pub) Nottingham Rd, Stapleford.

Attenborough CAT meeting 11/03/15 Location: Lucy & Vincent Brown Village Hall Councillor: Eric Kerry Category: Community Action Team (CATs) Date: 11th March 2015 Starts at: 7:30pm for 60 minutes

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Things to do 48 Hours of Fashion - Featuring well-known national retailers and our wealth of fantastic independents, 48 Hours of Fashion has become the annual fashion fixture in the style diaries of the East Midlands.

Date: 13 Mar 2015 Starts at: 10:00 Cost: FREE Location: Old Market Square, Nottingham NG1 2BY Buying on ebay- Wollaton Libary - Come along to this informal session to get help and information on how to buy safely online on eBay. This session is suitable for learners who have basic Internet skills and an email account Date: 17 Mar 2015 Starts at: 10:30 Cost: FREE Ticket: Booking in advance essential. To book a place and for info call 0115 915 5715 or email wollaton.library@nottinghamcity.gov.uk Location: Wollaton Library Bramcote Lane Wollaton NG8 2NA Science in the Park - Wollaton Hall - Nottinghamshire British Science Association will be hosting a special day of Science in the Park. Free interactive activities and live demonstrations for the whole family to enjoy. Car parking charges apply and children must be accompanied by an adult.

Date: 21 Mar 2015 Starts at: 11:00 Cost: FREE Location: Wollaton Hall and Deer Park NG8 2AE Craft Fair - Wollaton Hall- Explore our wonderful selection of local craft stalls this Easter to find the perfect gift for all the family. The craft fair will take place on Saturday, Sunday and Monday in the Great Hall. Entrance to the hall and craft fair is free of charge. Car parking fees apply and children must be accompanied by an adult. Date: 4 Apr 2015 Starts at: 10:00 Cost: FREE Location: Wollaton Hall and Deer Park NG8 2AE St Georges Day Parade and Celebrations - The annual parade will make it’s way from the Forest Recreation Ground into the Old Market Square, with plenty to see including Robin Hood and knights on horseback.

Date: 23 Apr 2015 Starts at: 11:30 Cost: FREE Location: Old Market Square, Nottingham NG1 2BY

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The Nottingham Harmonic Choir- Mozart Mass in C MinorThe Nottingham Harmonic Choir will be performing the following works, ably supported by the Bach Camerata: Mozart - Mass in C Minor Mendelssohn Psalm 95 Haydn - Representation of Chaos Beethoven - Leonore No. 3 The unfinished Great Mass in C Minor was conceived on an epic scale. The piece shows Mozart at his most personal as he wrote this mass to celebrate both his marriage to Constanze Weber and the birth of their first child. Influenced

by J S Bach, this glorious work will move and thrill you in equal measure.

Date: 21 Mar 2015 Starts at: 07:30 Cost: Adults £14 to £17 Concessions £12 to £15 Disabled & Students £6 Accompanied children (16 and under) Free Ticket: http://www.nottinghamharmonic.org/mar15buy.php or Classical CD, 10 Goose Gate, Nottingham (0115 948 3832) or Windblowers, 75-77 Derby Road, Nottingham (0115 941 0543) Location: Albert Hall Nottingham, North Circus Street Nottingham NG1 5AA Wildlife at Newstead Abbey- Discover the wildlife that inhabits the grounds and gardens of Newstead Abbey Park. Follow the trail (£1) to find our rabbits, swans, peacocks and many more of our resident species. Car parking charges apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Date: 13 Apr 2015 Starts at: 10:00 Cost: £1 Trail Location: Newstead Abbey Historic House & Park Ravenshead, Newstead Nottinghamshire NG15 8NA Discover Hidden Wollaton 7.30pm-9.30pm. £15pp includes a glass of wine of soft drink. Join our experienced tour guides for an evening exploration of Wollaton Hall. Hear the intriguing history and visit the rarely seen hidden quarters. Booking essential 0115 87 61057. Suitable for 14+yrs.

Date: 10 Apr 2015 Starts at: 19:30 Cost: £15 Location: Wollaton Hall and Deer Park, Wollaton, Nottingham NG8 2AE Medieval Easter Nottingham Castle 6-10 & 13-17 April MAKE AND TAKE 10am-12mid-day , Join us this Easter to take part in our medieval crafts (£2) and trail (£1). Create your own Easter egg design and hang it on our tree!

ARTEFACT HANDLING 2PM-4PM A chance for kids to touch and learn about a variety of objects from our collections.

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IN THE COMMUNITY Hi everyone, Just an update on the things that are happening in Stapleford.

Work is to start on all the road markings and zebra crossings on Derby Road some time before the spring. The planters have finally been cleared opposite the police station where I believe the Stapleford Community Group is organising plants to be set, with the help from William Lilley School and the Town Team and local businesses, which will improve the street scene in Stapleford.

Aldi is submitting planning permission for a supermarket to be started in the spring along with 20 houses. There are also plans for an exciting development at Whiteley Mill or as older people know it Carr Fastners Albert Street/Derby Road, also a new building next to Iceland, watch this space!

There will be a commemorative bench put in Walter Parker square, for World War 1, thanks to the combined services, local councillors and the Stapleford Community Group. If you have nothing to do on a Sunday afternoon come to Hickings Lane and watch a group of middle aged men playing football with a twist. top of the league, doing well in the cup and still finding time to have a drink afterwards. Fixtures lists are in the Old Cross and the Horse and Jockey.

On a dierent note, myself and Cllr Darby lost the battle to stop the build by Framework on Antill Street. I would like to thank everyone including Mrs Wilson, Headteacher of William Lilley, Fiona of Antill Street, all the 200+ residents who signed the petition and all the councillors who voted against it. Let us hope thats myself and Cllr Darby's fears are proved wrong.

I would like to oer my condolences to the Mills family, Brenda gave a lot of her time to the community, who suddenly died in January.

Yours Cllr.John McGrath (Maggie).

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ROCKWELL COURT RESIDENTS ROCK AT BELATED PARTY RESIDENTS at Rockwell Court, Stapleford are polishing their dancing shoes ready to inject some fun back in to February as they host their belated Christmas party later this month.

On Wednesday 25th February from 7.00pm residents at Rockwell Court, one of Broxtowe Borough Council’s Retirement Living Schemes, will boost their spirits with live music and dancing to the 60s band The Elderly Brothers and a delicious buffet.

Mayor of Stapleford, Councillor Kevin Thomas will join residents, who range from 60 to 92 years old at the party, which has been organised by the Council’s Retirement Living Officers.

The residents decided to delay their Christmas party so that they had something to look forward to in the New Year.

Broxtowe Borough Council’s Retirement Living Schemes offer self-contained flats or bungalows for older people to maintain their independence and freedom, whilst providing security and peace of mind with 24-hour access to an emergency Control Centre and a Retirement Living Officer during office hours.

Weekly entertainment is organised for all residents within each of the schemes including, games nights, craft activities, fitness sessions, organised day trips, film nights and much more.

For more information, please contact Broxtowe Borough Council on 0115 917 7777, email housing@broxtowe.gov.uk or visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/retirementliving

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Join in our great selection of natural Spring 'Make & Take' activities . . . . . . . . . . . Plus much more! *There will be different activities on each day

Barton Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6DY Parking is limited on site, so car Come by bus or train and show your valid ticket to a member of staff and receive a free gift. share whenever possible.

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TAKE PART ART CELEBRATES ATTENBOROUGH’S 10TH BIRTHDAY ATTENBOROUGH NATURE CENTRE will celebrate its tenth anniversary next month with a host of special arts workshops and events as part of Broxtowe Borough Council’s popular Take Part Art programme.

Anyone looking to get creative can take advantage of a host of workshops between Sunday 1st and Saturday 28th March with a diverse programme of events giving local residents of all ages and abilities the opportunity to learn new creative skills.

Take Part Art will kick off with two spring-themed drop-in workshops which will take place at Attenborough Nature Centre on Sunday 1st (Recycled plastic sculpture) and Sunday 8th March (Willow sculpture) between 11.00am and 3.00pm.

On Thursday 12th March back by popular demand will be a special artists networking event at The White Lion Bar and Kitchen, Middle Street, Beeston between 7.00pm and 9.00pm. The event will offer a unique opportunity for local artist groups to get together, discuss their work and get information and advice on funding.

There will also be a great weekend of celebrations on Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd March for the ‘Happy Birthday Attenborough’ weekend at the Nature Centre with a host of free workshops including spin art, face painting, buggy walks, bird feeders, leaf bash bracelets, art ramble and storytelling from the Green Man. A special willow workshop will also be on offer to create a communal sculpture which will become a permanent fixture at the site.

Finally, a showcase of ABCAT (Attenborough Beeston Chilwell Art Trail) work will take place on Saturday 28th March between 12.30pm and 3.30pm with demonstrations at Beeston Library on Saturday 28th March between 12.30pm and 3.30pm.

Take Part Art is organised by Broxtowe Borough Council’s Arts and Events team and has been running for several years to support local artists within the Borough. This year’s event has been organised in partnership with Attenborough Nature Centre.

For more information or to book your place for the Artist Networking event, please contact Broxtowe Borough Council on 0115 917 3695, email arts@broxtowe.gov.uk or visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/arts

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HOUSING AT ABEL COLLIN’S, BEESTON Are you 60 or over? Able to live independently? Receiving (or eligible for) housing benefit?

You might qualify for housing at Abel Collin’s.

We have over sixty two-bedroom houses and one- and two-bedroom bungalowsin private grounds on Derby Road, Beeston (junction of Wollaton Road) We have a lively and friendly community and resident warden support.

Interested? Contact Mrs Janice Avery on 0115 9224826 (weekday mornings), Email: abelcollinsadmin@btconnect.com or write to the Administrator, 13a Collin’s Homes, Derby Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2TF. Our website is www.abelcollins.org.uk Registered charity No 214833

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IN THE COMMUNITY A NEW BUS SERVICE will help provide a vital transport link to Bramcote Crematorium and help families, friends and the bereaved access the site more easily for funerals or to pay their respects to loved ones. The new service will be supported and operated by Nottinghamshire County Council.

The new NottsBus Connect 510 service will commence operation on Monday 2nd February providing a direct link between Stapleford, Toton, Attenborough and Beeston, Monday to Saturday. The bus stop is fully accessible for those with disabilities.

The new supported service will be operated by the County Council using a fully accessible low floor bus with the latest diesel engine technology and is designed to link the new Tram Park and Ride site at Toton Lane with the Toton and Stapleford areas.

The loss of a loved one and planning a funeral can be a difficult time with many things to consider and Bramcote Bereavement Services have worked closely with Nottinghamshire County Council to introduce the new bus service to make it easier for those who have been recently bereaved to attend services at the site, as well as support those who visit the Crematorium regularly to pay their respects to loved ones.

Professionalism, compassion and care are at the heart of Bramcote Bereavement Services and it recently launched a new customer focused website www.bramcotebereavement.org to help families, friends and the bereaved easily access all the support they need to make arrangements in a caring environment.

A number of other new initiatives will be launching over the coming months.

Bramcote Bereavement Services also administers funeral bookings for Broxtowe Borough Council’s five cemeteries and for Erewash Borough Council’s 3 cemeteries.

Conducting an average of 3000 cremations a year, Bramcote Crematorium is one of the busiest in the United Kingdom and over the years has embraced many of the latest developments in technology and procedure, in its endeavour to meet the needs and expectations of the people who use it.

Bramcote Crematorium is of a contemporary design and set in 18 acres of landscaped grounds, the Crematorium is jointly managed by Broxtowe and Erewash Borough Councils.

For more information or to view the bus timetable please visit www.bramcotebereavement.org or contact Bereavement Services on 0115 917 3849, email bramcotecrem@broxtowe.gov.uk Alternatively for timetable information please visit Traveline at www.travelineeastmidlands.co.uk

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IN THE COMMUNITY LOVE BROXTOWE BOROUGH IS ‘APP-Y TO HELP’

SEE IT, tap it, map it, snap it, send it – five simple steps that make it easier than ever to report environmental issues such as graffiti, fly-tipping and dog mess to Broxtowe Borough Council using the Love Broxtowe Borough mobile app.

Keeping the local neighbourhood clean is top priority for the app and with over 750 reports logged since it launched the app is making it quicker and easier than ever for residents to report issues to the Council.

The free app is a quick and easy way for residents to help the Council the Borough clean by reporting issues like litter, pest control and fly tipping.

Simply follow the five steps: See it – see an environmental issue that needs reporting Tap it – load the Love Broxtowe mobile app Map it – map your location on the app Snap it - take a picture of the issue Send it – send the report directly to the Council’s Environment Team using the app Residents will then receive email updates once the report has been approved and the issue resolved. They can also follow the progress of the report on the Love Broxtowe Borough website at http://love.broxtowe.gov.uk Thanks to GPS technology, the ‘Love Clean Broxtowe’ app is able to identify the exact location of the problem and alerts the Environment team, so there is no need to call the Council, as all the information needed is contained in the report.

Popular reports include dog fouling and flytipping but the app can also be used to report things like abandoned vehicles, dead animals, full litter and dog bins, general litter and pest control issues.

The ‘Love Broxtowe Borough’ app is available to download from the App Store, Google Play and Windows Phone Store.

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