Grapevine in NG9 - AUGUST 2016

GRAPEVINE NG9 YOUR AREA’S MOST USEFUL QUALITY LOCAL MAGAZINE August 2016

Issue 97

MONTHLY FREE Community Information Local Events Emma Snow Teenage Column Recipes Suduko Local Businesses & Trades Book Review by Claire Lyons Local Items For Sale and much more!

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Editor’s Note Hi everyone, This month Heritage weekend is in September, it’s a chance to visit places that is not normally open to the public and all entrance to these places are FREE, I can’t list every single event but visit the website, see pages 42,43,44, & 45.

Some interesting articles and community news to read. Emma Snow who writes for Grapevine every month, has a new blog page, plus she’s now on Erewash Sounds radio! Well done Emma!

Until next month enjoy! Christine Christine Gough - Editor

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Local teen Emma Snow writes about various topics and events each month in the Grapevine. “A voice for the young people in our Community”.

You might not realise you are a feminist…

Before you make any prejudgments, we need to get the meaning straight.

Feminism.

The definition is simple: the advocacy of women’s rights on the ground of equality of the sexes. It isn’t about women being more important than men or shaming the male gender. Even in today’s society, it is a topic which has stigma surrounding it. What if you state you are a feminist? People roll their eyes. I struggle to understand why, when so many people are feminists without really realising it. Recently, when talking to my male friends on the subject, some didn’t realise that men can be feminists although most do believe in equal rights for men and woman. To my delight, there were others that did know the true meaning of feminism. In today’s society, why do so many of us still accept gender inequality? Often activists (whether male or female) are shamed for standing up for what is right. Usually in these articles, I try to provide a two-sided argument, but this time there isn’t a valid one for accepting an unequal society. In politics, there are undoubtedly more males than females,

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so it is empowering when young girls are activists, fighting for what they believe. We could all sit back and watch, but who would then contribute to a changing society? On a more positive note, some businesses pride themselves in promoting gender equality. It isn’t about having equal numbers of men and women in a work place. It is about men and women having equal job opportunities and being treated as equals. It should be the best person for the job based on skills, regardless of gender.

Let’s focus on another positive movement in society: not shaming career driven women who wish to return to work after having a child.

Perhaps they need to return to support their family, or they have worked hard earlier in life to acquire a position where they take pride in their role in the workplace, and wish to maintain it.

There is nothing, finances aside, to say that a woman cannot balance a family and a career. When it comes to taking care of children, there is actually no real reason why women shouldn’t return to work if they wish to. Psychological studies have proven that a male is perfectly capable of being the primary caregiver, therefore forming secure attachments and not affecting the psychological development of the child.

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There are, however, still some inequalities that persist. For example, in some colleges both locally and across the UK, girls are being targeted for causing a distraction due to the clothes they choose to wear. In some cases, yes, the clothes worn may be a little unacceptable for college. However girls not being allowed to, for example, show their shoulders because they are supposedly a distraction to male peers and teachers doesn’t seem quite right. This is particularly so when male students are allowed to wear shorts in some colleges.

Sending a girl home and disrupting her education is deemed acceptable as a punishment, but what about punishing the males who objectify women?

Public figures such as Emma Watson and Beyoncé have helped to raise the issues surrounding feminism, helping many more to understand and help create small steps towards a more equal world.

Emma Watson once quoted ‘I have realised that fighting for women’s rights has too often become synonymous with man-hating. If there is one thing I know for certain, it is that this has to stop’. It is also really encouraging to see that many young teens of both genders are raising awareness of gender equality and happily proclaiming themselves to be feminists.

This can hopefully continue and society should gradually change to become even more equal. Article by Emma Snow You can now read more from me on my new blog: https://emmsnow.blogspot. co.uk

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Here are some tips for watering your house plants whilst on holiday.

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Stapleford Fire Station welcomed some special guests to the station recently.

The event which was organised by Richard MacRae was to say thank you to three of the towns young people.

Jay, Rhys and Danni have all been praised by us previously for their quick and prompt actions when faced with emergencies. This event saw them joining us on parade, receiving certificates and even joining us for some training.

Councillor MacRae said “this town is full of great young people, these three demonstrate that, we are really proud of them” Our Crew Manager Kevin Tedds recently spoke to BBC Radio Nottingham, you can hear what he had to say by following this A massive thank you to all at Stapleford link. It’s 1hr and 25 minutes in. www.bbc. Fire Station who all due an absolutely co.uk/programmes/p03zzslm#play amazing job looking after the people of Stapleford.

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BROXTOWE CONTINUES TO DEVELOP A DEMENTIA FRIENDLY COMMUNITY BROXTOWE HAS RENEWED its commitment to being a Dementia Friendly Community and the Council recently hosted a Dementia Friends training session which was attended by Mayor of the Borough, Councillor Graham Harvey.

“So many people are affected by dementia and I’m honoured to be one of the Council’s Dementia Friends. The training really opened my eyes to some of the daily challenges that people with dementia face and I would urge our residents to take part themselves so that we as a community can be dementia friendly” said Councillor Harvey.

The Council pledged its support to people with dementia in 2014 by signing a Dementia Action Alliance Declaration to help local people ‘live well with dementia.’

Since then, a pioneering housing scheme to offer dementia friendly bungalows has opened in Eastwood and more dementia bungalows are currently being built in Beeston.

Accessible leisure activities are also accessible throughout the Borough and a Dementia Café has been set up in Beeston by the Beeston Dementia Friends Group.

Other initiatives that the Council is developing include: Identifying Dementia Champions for the Council and training employees and Councillors to become Dementia Friends.

Devise e-learning material for Council employees Introduce Dementia-friendly signage Strengthen links with Care Homes and encourage involvement in Older Person’s Week Support businesses in Broxtowe to sign up to the action alliance and adopt dementia-friendly approaches Establish an employee focus group For more information please visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/dementia For further information on the campaign and how to become a Dementia Friend, please visit www.dementiafriends.org.uk or watch the video at www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfrnWrpPq54

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Saxons Invade Stapleford for Plaque Unveiling Saxons invaded Stapleford as a new plaque was unveiled at the Saxon Cross.

Local schoolchildren were entertained by the University of Nottingham Medieval Combat Society Re-enactment Group at the event, alongside representatives from St. Helen's Church, where the Cross is situated, Stapleford Town Council and Broxtowe Borough Council who have all contributed time and funds to the project.

As part of the project, the existing information board, which was rotting, has been replaced with a plinth, inset with a stainless steel information plaque to provide visitors to the historical site information about the Cross and its origins.

The cross, which is thought to date from between 800 and 850 AD is a Grade I Scheduled Monument of exceptional architectural and historic interest and of national archaeological importance.

The shaft is carved from millstone grit and, although weathered, complex interlace decoration in low relief can be discerned on all four faces.

A panel on the south face depicts a standing figure thought to be the Archangel Michael with halo, wings, spear and serpent at the foot.The cross was found in pieces lying in the churchyard in 1760. Some parts were missing but the shaft itself was erected by the side of the road opposite to where The Old Cross Inn now stands.

In 1906 increased traffic and damage led to the suggestion that the cross be moved into the churchyard, but local people strenuously objected. In 1928 the Church Commissioners gifted a small area of the churchyard to Stapleford Rural District Council and the cross was moved to its present site. The cross is now in the care of Broxtowe Borough Council.

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The Great British High Street High Streets Minister Marcus Jones (7 July 2016) called on communities across the country to enter their villages, towns and cities into the Great British High Street competition 2016.

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Last year’s competition saw a recordbreaking 230 entries and attracted over 200,000 public votes. With new categories, new prizes, including the chance to win up to £ 10,000 each, the minister said he expected to see even more competition entries, this year.

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Thurs 8th Sept 2016 Fri 9th Sept Sat 10th Sept Sun 11th Sept Heritage Open Days is England's biggest festival of history and culture involving over 40,000 volunteers. Every year over four days in September, thousands of events across the country invite you in to explore local treasures of every age, style and function. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE. NOTTINGHAM CASTLE opens its doors for FREE to celebrate Heritage Open Days! Join us for a fabulous day out and meet Robin Hood. Plus many of our other costumed characters throughout the Castle's history! Sat10th - Sun11 Sept 10am to 4pm DEBBIE BRYAN LTD, 14-18 St. Marys Gate, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 1PF. The Debbie Bryan shop and tea room is adorned with textile nostalgia and authentic industrial fixture and fittings from Nottingham’s Lace industry. The team will be available for questions about the shop’s heritage collections, with a daily heritage fix of talks and demonstrations.

With heritage inspired craft, there’ll be lots on offer for families incl. delicious food & drink offers.With an opportunity to join in the with the dedicated Craft Menu, see the Debbie Bryan Heart of Heritage Pinterest board for inspiration: http://bit.ly/DebbieBryanHeartofHeritage Opening Times Thursday 8 September: 1100-1730 Friday 9 September: 1100-1730 Saturday 10 September: 1100-1730 Sunday 11 September: 1100-1730 Booking Details - No booking required Debbie Bryan are in Nottingham’s historic Lace Market, opposite the Adam’s Building Debbie Bryan Events: Thursday 8th Sept 11am: Nottingham P:Lace, free Venue host of Dr. Nicola Donovan’s Nottingham :Lace meet-up, Debbie Bryan shares the heard stories making their way to become a part of the oral preservation of the Nottingham Lace Workers.

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Friday 9th Sept 11am: Blueprints Archive and Demonstration , free.

An Introduction to the stunning Textile Blueprints and how as part of the Debbie Bryan Lace Archive, continuing to inspire the business’s creativity, enjoyed a cyanotype demonstration at 11.30am; the process used to create Blueprint.

Saturday 10th Sept11am: Nottingham Lace Draughtman’s Drawings, free View the Debbie Bryan in-house Lace Archive and enjoy a short talk about how the shop came to own the pieces that have helped establish this Lace Market shop as the essential destination for heritage lovers.

Sunday 11th September11am: A Royal Connection, free.Working with leading British textile specialists, take the opportunity to learn more about Debbie Bryan manufacturing partners including Cluny Lace and GH Hurt & Son.

BROMLEY HOUSE LIBRARY, Angel Row, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 6HLCelebrating it’s 200th birthday this year, you can take a self guided tour of Nottingham’s historic Bromley House Library, situated a stone’s throw from the Old Market Square. Talk to our staff in their regency costumes about the beginnings of the library. The library is located in a Georgian town house(Grade II* listed) and retains many original features. Also there will be access to our lovely walled garden to the rear, one of only two in the city centre.

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Nottinghamshire Archives-Nottinghamshire County Council, County House, Castle Meadow Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 1AG Join Nottinghamshire Archives for a World War I themed open day. See and hear from original letters, poetry and diaries from the Western front. Includes family and children's activities, screenings of The Battle of the Somme film, with input from our military expert, Dr Greg Davey.Tours are limited to 15 people but there is no restriction on access to the general event. Event not suitable for children under the age of 5.

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Find us beside the canal, in-between Nottingham Justice Centre and the HMRC building.Web: www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/archives www.inspireculture.org.uk St Leonard’s Church, Wollaton-Wollaton Road, Wollaton, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG8 2AF. Tours of the medieval parish church of Wollaton, with its memorials to the Willoughby family and Robert Smythson, Elizabethan architect of Wollaton Hall. Come and turn the pages of the ‘virtual antiphonal’, the church’s rare medieval service book.Opening Times Saturday 10 September: 1000-1700 and Sunday 11 September: 1200-1600 No booking required. Web: www.stleonardswollaton.org.uk/ St Martin of Tours Church, Bilborough St Martin’s Road, Off Strelley Road, Bilborough, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG8 3BH Come and explore this Grade ll* medieval church which was simply but beautifully restored in 2014, winning the SPAB John Betjeman award in 2015 for the conservation of two 1940s murals, painted by Evelyn Gibbs. Lots of activities available for adults and children as well as Pew Cushion, Craft Group and Bilborough Local History Group exhibitions. Take a tablet tour or chat to an experienced guide.

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Thurs 8th Sept 2016 Fri 9th Sept Sat 10th Sept Sun 11th Sept ST MARY THE VIRGIN CHURCH Church Lane,Attenborough, Beeston NG9 6AS www.attenboroughchurch.org.uk The Church is Grade 1 listed, set within a conventional churchyard. There will be a display of the history of the church and guide booklets available for adults and children. In the churchyard there is a memorial to those people killed in the WW1 Chilwell Shell Factory Explosion. Saturday: 10am - 6pm Sunday: 2.30 - 6pm BEESTON FIELDS GOLF CLUBHOUSE TOUR Old Drive,Wollaton Road, Beeston NG9 3DA www.beestonfields.co.uk Rebuilt in 1837 by Alfred Fellows of the Nottingham banking family, this prestigious building has been owned by Sir Albert Ball, father of the WW1 flying ace, and Sir Frank Bowden of the Raleigh Cycle Company. In 1923 Alfred Mitchell, a local motor agent bought more land and established a golf club. A rare opportunity to tour the house.

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Thursday 8th Sept : Tour 10.30 am Pre-booking is essential there are only 40 places. Contact: Richard English 0115 925 2518 before 7 Sept.

GH HURT & SON LTD:THE SHAWL FACTORY 65 High Road, Chilwell, Beeston NG9 4AJ www.ghhurt.com This company, renowned for its high quality knitted and hand-finished scarves and shawls, was established in an old seed warehouse built in 1781, where it remains to this day. Large modern and rare historic lace- knitting machines will be in action and you are invited to have a go at hand-finishing a shawl in the traditional Shetland way. Saturday: 9am - 1pm On-site disabled parking is very limited. Only ground floor rooms accessible to wheelchairs.

ST HELEN’S CHURCH Frederick Road, Stapleford NG9 8FN www.staplefordparish.org.uk. A recently refurbished Grade II* listed building; medieval, dating backto the 13th century, containing memorials to Robert Tevery 1571 and George John Borlase Warren 1801. There is an audio history trail and a quiz for children.Saturday 10th Sept : 10 am - 12 noon There are many more places to visit FREE on the Heritage Open Days website,( local and up and down the country), too many to list here!

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iTunes Gift Cards favoured by fraudsters Victims have handed over approximately £520k to fraudsters who have asked for payment using iTunes Gift Cards, since May 2016. iTunes is an online media player developed by Apple and used to organise and access music, films and TV programmes. Apple offer iTunes Gift Cards for sale which can be redeemed on the iTunes Store and various other Apple services.

Over the past few months fraudsters have been tricking victims into buying iTunes Gift Cards and asking them to read out/send the serial code for payment in various types of fraud.

The fraudsters don’t need the physical card to redeem the value and once the code is sent, the money is lost. There has been a total reported loss of approximately £520k since May 2016, highlighting a lack of awareness. iTunes Gift Cards used in various types of fraud Action Fraud have seen this method of payment being used in types of fraud which include; Loan Scams, fake mis-sold PPI (Payment Protection Insurance) and various banking errors. Additionally there has been a trend in fraudsters pretending to be from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) and asking for payment of debt/taxes using this method. One victim recently reported losing £46k to fraudsters who asked for payment using in iTunes Gift Cards.

Here is what Apple say: “iTunes Gift Cards are solely for the purchase of goods and services on the iTunes Store and App Store. Should you receive a request for payment using iTunes Gift Cards outside of iTunes and the App Store please report it to Action Fraud”.

Confusing victims with reference about Apple Pay In some cases fraudsters may refer to Apple Pay as a way to explain or legitimise this payment method. iTunes Gift Cards are not the same as Apple Pay, which is a means of making contactless payment linked to credit cards, store credit cards and rewards cards. Individuals who received an unexpected call in which the caller requests

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Fraudsters selling non-existent drones

Online shopping websites are being utilised by fraudsters to advertise drones of various specifications for competitive prices which do not exist.

Drones are personal flying devices that often carry cameras and can be navigated remotely by smart phones or controllers.

Fraudsters are capitalising on their recent popularity and advertising nonexistent drones lower than the recommended retail price to tempt buyers.

After victims agree to purchase the drone, the fraudsters request payment to be paid via bank transfer saying that it will quicken the delivery process. After transferring the money the buyers never receive the drone and the fraudster blocks the victim to prevent further conversation.

How to protect yourself Check the validity of the post.

Avoid paying by bank transfer and instead use an online payment option such as PayPal, which helps to protect you.

Check feedback online by searching the associated phone numbers or email addresses of the seller. Feedback will give you useful information about recent transactions other buyers have made.

If the item is below market value consider whether this is an opportunity too good to be true.

Sign up for free to Action Fraud Alert to receive direct, verified, accurate information about scams and fraud in your area by email, recorded voice and text message. To report a fraud and receive a police crime reference number, call Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or use our online fraud reporting tool.

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Fake holding accounts target car buyers online

Shoppers in the market for a new car are being warned to keep an eye out for fraudulent emails when looking to buy vehicles online.

Victims have received emails claiming to be from ‘Amazon Payments’ or ‘Amazon Flexible Payment Services’ after agreeing to buy. These claim to be bank accounts that hold the buyer’s money for one week before releasing it to the seller.

Fake holding accounts The emails are designed to get victims of the scam to pay upfront before visiting the seller to collect the vehicle, claiming they have a one-week cooling off period to reclaim the payment if they change their mind. This gives victims the false sense of security that their money is being looked after by a trustworthy third party.

In reality, Amazon do not provide ‘escrow’ accounts to look after payments; they have been set up by the fraudsters to trick the buyer into handing money over without having to show them the vehicle they think they’re buying.

Protection advice When making a big purchase online such as a new car, always meet the seller face to face first and ask to see the vehicle before transferring any money.If you receive a suspicious email asking for payment, check for spelling or grammar errors and who sent the email. If in doubt, check feedback online by searching the associated phone numbers or email addresses of the seller. If you suspect it may be from fraudsters, report it to Action Fraud.False adverts often offer cars or vehicles for sale well below market value to entice potential victims; always be cautious if it looks too good to be true.

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Care and Support at Home –

Queen’s Award & Alzheimer’s Workshops

Since Home Instead started in Nottingham we have tried to approach care and support at home in a different way to what was for many years the traditional model. We have introduced the concept of Companionship, matching Clients and CAREGivers based on common interests and preferences, and ensuring that continuity and consistency of care is always our main priority.

We are now delighted to have been awarded a very prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise in recognition of the innovative home care service we introduced to the UK in 2005. The award is perhaps a bit extra special for us, it was announced on Her Majesty’s 90th birthday.The Queen’s Award for Enterprise is the UK’s highest accolade for business success. The award organisers recognise that our service addresses a growing demand from an increasing elderly population at a time when some aspects of Local Authority funded care are reported as inadequate.

They also recognise that our care is personcentred and includes the social wellbeing of our clients who benefit from minimum one hour visits, delivered by the same CAREGiver who we hand-pick to work with our clients based on shared interests.

Our mission is to change the face of ageing by delivering a unique service, tailored to the individual needs of our clients, and it is an absolute honour to receive this recognition.

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Over the past couple of years, as we have seen a considerable increase in the number of people coming to us seeking help for the support of relatives living with Dementia (Alzheimer’s being the most common form of Dementia), we have also increased our focus on training and development for CAREGivers supporting these Clients.

To help those who care for somebody suffering from Alzheimer’s or, those who have a relative or friend living with it, we have developed Workshops that explain the details of the disease and more important, provide practical advice on how to deal with the day to day challenges of supporting and individual with Alzheimer’s. If you would like to attend our Workshops please contact us on 0115 9226116 or email Gemma Poole; Gemma.Poole@homeinstead.co.uk.

And finally, our ongoing challenge is to find additional CAREGivers who can help us continue our development in support of our mission to become the UK’s most admired Care Company through changing the face of ageing. We are looking for people who have a caring nature and would like to work a few (or more than a few) hours a week. We provide full training and ongoing support as well as a good rate of pay.

If you would like to talk about the role of CAREGiver and the possibility of joining us please contact us on 0115 9677303.

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Being able to live at home can be one of the most important comforts in an older person’s life and because family and friends can’t always be there, Home Instead Senior Care are here to help.

Our Caregivers take great pride in helping our clients to lead a more comfortable and confident life and offer a variety of services tailored to their individual needs.

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Ongoing Improvements to Cookies Pond needs more funding.

Cookies Pond, Ilkeston Road, Bramcote.

Stapleford Community Group have applied to the Tesco Carrier Bag Fund and we are waiting to hear if that was a successful bid.

Groundwork Greater Nottingham have been applying to Veolia for funding for this year. The Veolia application asks for letters of confirmation and support to back up the application. Groundwork Greater Nottingham have compiled a survey https://www.surveymonkey. co.uk/r/CookiesPond to encourage local residents to be aware of and support the project.We would be very grateful if you could complete the short survey and then circulate the survey amongst local residents and ask them to complete it online and we will automatically receive their surveys.If you are part of a local group, organisation or any individuals including local Councillors who would like to support this project then please send an email of support to staplefordcommunitygroup@gmail.comand we will give this to Groundwork Greater Nottingham to include in the application to Veolia. Can you please help us get the word out about this survey. Cookies Pond is a great local asset and needs lots of work doing to it.

So that means more funds are needed. Many people visit the local pond, it's a great place.

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Book Review by Clare Lyons

The Invisible Library by Genevieve Cogman It’s so great when you come across a really new idea, with unpredictable events and totally new concepts. The Invisible Library is set in a multi-dimensional world, with lots of versions of the Earth and its history. Librarians are able to enter these alternate realities and collect rare or important books to be held in the Invisible Library for all time. It seems an easy task to go and get a book, but these alternate versions of Earth are often very dangerous, as the Librarians often learn to their cost. The story is light and fun, with good strong characters and wild adventures – the London they visit is a mix of humans, vampires and the odd werewolf! It’s a great mix of the known and unknown which means it’s a bit unpredictable and therefore quite interesting.

The story rolls along at a good pace and the characters are well described and each reveals more as the book goes on.

If you do enjoy this, it is the first of a series – I’ve already got book 2 – The Masked City.

Children’s Choice I Wish I‛d Been Born a Unicorn by Rachel Lyon

We have to get any books written by our namesakes, but this was also lots of fun. It’s from a new Early Readers series so our older two were able to read it to us with some support. The story is of a smelly horse who thinks no one likes him, so dreams of being a Unicorn – however sometimes people like us just the way we are… As this series is aimed at KS1/2 children there are questions at the back to check comprehension which are quite useful. The illustrations are clear and fun and it was a hit in our house. www.mrsaverageevaluates.wordpress.com

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Support and advice for new breastfeeding mums Help and advice to new breastfeeding mums in Nottinghamshire has been rated a success.

Nottinghamshire County Council’s Public Health team is promoting a number of support groups for new mums wanting to breast feed.

BABES (Baby and Breastfeeding Encouragement & Support) drop in sessions run across the county and offer a welcoming atmosphere for all breastfeeding mums who need to share their experiences as well as tips and techniques.

The sessions are supported

by Infant Feeding Peer Support workers who provide additional support to new mums, outside of what a midwife and health visitor already offer.

Dr Kate Allen, Public Health Consultant at Nottinghamshire County Council said: “Breastfeeding is fantastic for the health of both mum and baby, and one of the best ways to bond with your new baby, but it’s not always easy. Most mums need help and support in the early days and weeks of breastfeeding and in Nottinghamshire lots of help is available for new mums.

“Any amount of breast feeding has a positive effect but the longer you breast feed the greater the benefits for both mum and baby. It’s recommended that babies should be breast fed for their first six months of life”.

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Breastfeeding has many benefits Breast milk is the only natural food designed for babies and gives them the best start in life Breast milk provides health benefits for both mother and child.

Breastfeeding protects babies from infections and diseases Breastfeeding reduces the risk of diarrhoea and vomiting and having to go to hospital as a result Breastfeeding leads to fewer chest and ear infections and having to go to hospital as a result It’s free – infant formula, the sterilising equipment and feeding equipment can be costly It’s available whenever and wherever baby needs a feed.

It’s the right temperature.

It can build a strong physical and emotional bond between mother and baby.

It lowers mothers’ risk of getting breast and ovarian cancer It naturally burns up to 500 calories a day, helping mum lose weight!

Helena Cripps, Public Health Manager at Nottinghamshire County Council said: “BABES breastfeeding groups are run in most local communities by experienced peer supporters, mothers who have experienced the struggles and triumphs of breastfeeding and are on hand to offer support and advice to new mums in their local area. The groups offer advice and practical support as well as the opportunity

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to share tips and techniques. They’re also a great way to make friends and you’re welcome to attend them for as long as you are breastfeeding.”

The County Council also works jointly with Clinical Commissioning Groups to commission breastfeeding peer support services to raise the number of mums that initiate and maintain breastfeeding.

Currently rates in Notts are lower than the national average, 39.8% of mums are breastfeeding when their baby is 6-8 weeks old in Nottinghamshire compared to 43.8% nationally.

Councillor Joyce Bosnjak, chair of the Nottinghamshire Health and Wellbeing Board, said: “World Breastfeeding Week is a great opportunity to highlight once again the many benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby. We know it’s not always easy though, which is why there’s support available from other mums who have breastfed their own baby and know what it’s like. “All the evidence shows that giving babies a healthy start by breastfeeding leads to better outcomes in later life. I urge any new mum to give it a go.”

Mums can arrange breastfeeding support by speaking to their Midwife or Healt, asking at their local SureStart children’s centre or by following www. nottinghamshire healthcare.nhs.uk/ breastfeeding-useful-information Other places for support or advice include: • NCT: www.nct.org.uk • Breastfeeding Network: www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk

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Recipes from Planet Barbecue Barbecue Mackerel with salad and crusty sliced bread.

For best results use fresh mackerel.Don’t forget even the short shopping list on the right can be made easy by using garlic and black pepper from the spice rack in the supermarket.Lemon juice can also be purchased in ready to use containers.

2 Fresh Mackerel gutted Silver Foil 4 Tablespoons Olive Oil 2 Cloves of Garlic 2 Spring Onions Black Pepper 2 Slices Streaky Bacon Make two boats with a double layer of the foil big enough for the fish.Finely chop the garlic and spring onions add to the olive oil in a small bowl.

Add the black pepper and lemon juice to taste.

Rinse the fish under cold water and wrap a slice of streaky bacon around each one with the join under the fish. Place into the foil boats.

Spoon the mixture over the fish and into the fish cavity.

Place the fish on a barbecue using the indirect cooking method, cook for 20-30 minutes or until the fish begins to flake back with a fork.

Serve with lemon slices, salad and French bread. www.planetbarbeque.co.uk - fabulous website and place to buy!

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Accident on Brookhill Street Stapleford.

Late last night (18th July) there was another accident on Brookhill Street, Stapleford. People use Brookhill Street, Stapleford as a Rat run to avoid the High Street and it's speed humps.

For a long time now Councillors Ray Darby, John McGrath and myself have been asking for the Speed Humps to be removed from the High street and another form of Traffic Management System used.

We have also been raising serious concerns about the amount of Overweight Lorries traveling along Brookhill Street and the amount of Vehicles speeding along Brookhill Street.

Something needs to be done now or are Nottinghamshire County Council waiting for another death so the figures allow something to be done.

Surely prevention is better than waiting for something to happen.

by Councillor Richard MacRae 0774 034 4427 @CllrRichMacRae Stapleford North Ward Stapleford Town Council Broxtowe Borough Council

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BROOKHILL STREET-STAPLEFORD

The Stapleford Town Council meeting on the 29th July was literally standing room only. We had to remove 2 tables from the Council Chamber and even then people were spilling out into the corridor. Residents had come to listen to an item I had requested be placed on the Agenda. BROOKHILL STREET. Now due to the most recent accident where a drunk driver crashed on Brookhill Street residents are saying enough is enough. Some action needs to be taken and they are rightly so angry about being ignored.

Now that many people attended and wanted to speak I have now organised a Public Meeting which will give people the chance to speak. I will be Charing a meeting on Monday 5th September at 7pm at The Carnegie Hall, Warren Avenue, Stapleford. The Town Clerk kindly offered the use of the Town Hall.

I asked the Town Clerk on behalf of the Stapleford Town Council to contact the Highways Department at Nottinghamshire County Council and ask them to actually come to Stapleford and look at the serious problem and help resolve it.

Many residents have complained and passed on concerns about the amount of large lorries using the road which has a 7.5tonne weight restriction. One idea is to put warning signs before you get to Brookhill Street at either end and not juse the current ones which you don't see until your turning into the Street. Others ideas have been make the road one way, install speed humps or use speed cameras. The idea of the Public meeting is for those who live on the street to have their say after all its those residents who live there and they must be listened too.

I will be inviting the 2 Stapleford County Councillors to attend as well as requesting an Officer from the Highways Department at Nottinghamshire County Council to also attend.

My Mum and I delivered a leaflet to every property on Brookhill Street to make the residents aware of the planned public meeting and if your also able to help promote this meeting I would be grateful. You are more than welcome to attend as well.

Something has to be done, the people need to be listened too before another person is hurt or worse. Many thanks

Councillor Richard MacRae 0774 034 4427 @CllrRichMacRae Stapleford North Ward Stapleford Town Council Broxtowe Borough Council

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CHILWELL OLYMPIA TAKES ON FUNDRAISING CHALLENGES TWO SPORTING CHALLENGES will help raise money for Prostate Cancer UK next month at Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre and they need your help to raise as much as possible. On Friday 2nd September at 7.00pm until 9.00pm, a two hour Zumbathon will take place for an energetic evening of dancing, socialising, laughter and fun.

Anyone can take part, whether they are a Zumba regular or a beginner.Then, on Sunday 4th September, between 10.00am and 3.00pm, the Centre’s first ever Spinathon will take place with five, 45 minute Spin Sessions including: · 10.00am - Super Strength with Natalie · 11.00am - Aerobic intervals with Patricia · 12 noon - Race Day with Magda · 1.00pm - Endurance with Stephen · 2.00pm - Farewell party with Chris Hallam Both events are free with donations welcomed for Prostate Cancer UK, the Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, Councillor Graham Harvey’s chosen charity.

Booking for the Spinathon is essential.For more information, please contact Chilwell Olympia Sports Centre on: chilwellolympia@broxtowe.gov.uk, visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/cosc or call 0115 917 3333 PROMS IN THE PARK RETURNS TO BROXTOWE

MUSIC-LOVERS can enjoy two special Proms in The Park events in Broxtowe as the perfect ending to the summer.

As part of the D.H. Lawrence Festival of Culture taking place in August and September, the first event will take place at Dovecote Lane Recreation Ground, Beeston on Saturday 17th September from 6.00pm with performances from a range of fantastic musical talent including the Dale Divas and Swing Nouveau. The evening will end with a firework finale at 10.00pm.

In Colliers Wood, Moorgreen, the audience will be entertained by music from the Nottingham Symphonic Orchestra, Jeanie Barton.and Composer Luca Natali Stradivari, a descendant of Antonio Stradivari on Sunday 17th September from 2.00pm. Performances are all outdoors, so bring a rug and be prepared for all weathers and bring an umbrella if wet. Public parking is available on site.

Tickets are available from Broxtowe Borough Council’s Events Team.

Advanced single tickets cost just £6, advance double tickets £10, on the gate single tickets £8 and under 16’s are free.

For more information, please contact Broxtowe Borough Council on 0115 917 3695, email events@broxtowe.gov.uk or visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/broxtoweevents

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Back by popular demand – Beeston Oxjam Ceilidh Yes! Saturday 24th September will again see Beeston jigging, reeling, shimmying and do-si-do-ing the night away in support of the annual Beeston Oxjam Takeover which is now firmly established in Beeston’s cultural and community calendars.

Oxjam is a major fundraiser for Oxfam and also the UK’s largest music festival. Taking place mainly in the month of October, it's made up of hundreds of events happening all around the country, all organised by volunteers. Beeston is firmly on the Oxjam map having raised £17,050 last year, more than any other Takeover in the UK. Since Beeston embarked on their fantastic Oxjam journey in 2011, the Beeston Ceilidh Collective has kickstarted the festival with foot stamping, toe tapping music. And with the humour and patience of Steve Benford to guide you through the dances, it doesn’t matter if you don’t know what to do; in fact it’s probably even more fun if you don’t!

This year’s ceilidh follows on from other Oxjam events (the Oxjam Quiz, Oxjam Unplugged, and Oxjam Introducing) and will be a great warm up for the main Takeover (October 15th 2016).

So where is this great event happening?

Christ Church Hall, Lime Grove Avenue, Beeston, NG9 4AR When? Saturday 24th September 2016, doors open 7.30pm Tickets are priced £10 and are available from Beeston Oxjam & Music Shop or online at www.oxjambeeston.org.

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New Season for Sandiacre Male Voice Choir September not only sees the children back in school but it brings in the new season for Sandiacre Male Voice Choir. The choir is in its 96th year and already starting to look ahead to its centenary year and celebrations in 2020 but until then, with our wide repertoire from traditional hymns to theatrical show tunes and modern day songs, we are always looking for opportunities to entertain audiences throughout the county. So if you are holding a private function, a community event or a charity fundraising event then we have the songs to fit all occasions.

New members are always welcome to join us and you don’t need to be able to read music! Just drop in, listen or sing along on Monday evenings from 7.30pm at the Methodist Church Hall, Butt Street, Sandiacre. For more information on booking the choir for an event or to talk about joining us please contact the choir Secretary, Anthony Taylor, on 0115 877 8669.

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Dr Livingstone. Can you follow the trail around the gardens to find all of the African animals WOLLATON NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY that are hiding away?

Wednesday May 18th isat: our nextCost: meeting for a talk on SeaNewstead Cliffs, SaltAbbey Marshes and Sand Date: 4 Apr 2016 Starts 10:00 £1 Trail.

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We meet at St Leonard’s Community Martin Taylor and Martin Simpson Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton (opposite the library) at 7.30pm.

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EUROPEAN ARCHERY CHAMPIONSHIP 28 & 29 MAY BEESTON UNITY BOWLING CLUB Monday 01 Sunday 07 August 2016 GUIDED WALK REVEALS LAWRENCE’S NOTTINGHAM Easter Bunny Hunt The Easter bunny is on his way but first seerestricted if- £10 you CHILD canview) find some of his Date 6 Apr 2016 Starts at: 20:00 Cost: £20 (£18 concessions, £12 OLD MARKET SQUARE TICKETS £10 £12.50 ADULT, £7.50 Beeston Unity Bowling Club commence their 2016 season on Monday May 2ndoffi when the Last year, the Robin Hood Festival celebrated 30 years.

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Find them alland towill claim Join in join. with make and is take Easter CELEBRATE THE QUEENS BIRTHDAY AT WOLLATON PARK Market Square.

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Kids enjoy handling our medieval you will need to 2Road, take pair Tea of fl4at soled shoes trainers themeet green.Beeston Unity We will be holding aa free party on June 11th for to locals toon come along and join in Library, for a short guided tour of this hidden gem.Th e wear walk£1 will at the Park, Swinecote Edwinstowe, Mansfi eld,orNottinghamshire, NG21 9HN collections daily - 4pm.Date: Apr 2016.

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Stapleford & District

Are you retired or work part-time? Do you want to share fun, friendship and informal learning in a vibrant, enjoyable and varied way?

Then why not come along to find out what the U3A is about and join in our activities which include monthly meetings, speakers and a wide range of Interest Groups.

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Carlton

Male Voice Choir Have Fun! Make New Friends!

Be Part Of Something!

Ilkeston Theatre Company are looking for new members for their upcoming pantomime

Snow White

So why not pop along and see for yourself what we are all about?

No experience needed, whether you fancy being on stage or behind the scenes!

Where do we meet?

The Green Spire Church, Wharncliffe Road, Ilkeston

What Day? Wednesday

What Time?

SO YOU THINK YOU CAN SING? TERRY MOORE, Musical Director of the

CARLTON MALE VOICE CHOIR

is currently looking for beginners or experienced singers to join the choir and take part in the many concerts being planned in the UK and overseas.

Wives of the choir travel too, which adds to the active social life of the choir.

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On September 21st Wollaton Natural History Society are hosting internationally-reknown wildlife artist Pollyanna Pickering who will be presenting an illustrated talk called “To the ends of the earth”. This is about Pollyanna’s most recent journey to Antarctica, the great white continent, one of the last true wilderness areas on earth and home to the world’s greatest concentration of wildlife.

The talk starts at 7.30pm at St Leonard's Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton (opposite the library) and is free to members.

Tickets for visitors are £6 each and available in advance from Sheila McLaglen (0115 9283679) or the WNHS Secretary (0115 9286289).

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Assistive Technology - devices to help with everyday living

Technology can give people with dementia help and support to remain independent, safe and socially involved. Carers may find it offers them support and reassurance as well. Alzheimer's Society has produced a Dementia-friendly technology charter that provides more information about assistive technology and how it can help people.

While assistive technology may not be suitable for everyone with dementia, for some people it can bring benefits that help them to live well with the condition, such as: • promote independence and autonomy • improve confidence and quality of life for a person with dementia • help manage potential risks in and around the home • help with memory and recall provide reassurance to carers and help them to feel less stressed For further information on assistive technology and the support offered by theAlzheimer's Society please visit https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/site/scripts/documents_info. php?documentID=109

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Useful Numbers and Information Broxtowe Women’s Project Support For support & information about domestic violence phone: Broxtowe Women's Project 01773 719111 - Mon-Fri 10am-1pm (except bank holidays). Confidential answerphone when we are unavailable.

Women's Aid Integrated Services- Freephone 24 hour Helpline 0808 800 0340 National Domestic Violence- Freephone 24 hour Helpline- 0808 2000 247 Run in partnership between Women's Aid and Refuge Men’s Adviceline - for support and confidential advice for men experiencing domestic abuse and violence 0808 801 0327. www.mensadviceline.org.uk Action on Elder Abuse 080 8808 8141 CALL for confidential help AND advice on all aspects elder abuse Safeguarding adults- Reporting abuse If you see or know of a worrying situation, please don’t ignore it.Call us on 0300 500 80 80 as soon as possible to discuss your concerns. You can report abuse anonymously.

Abuse can happen anywhere - in a residential or nursing home, a hospital, in the workplace, at a day centre or educational establishment, in supported housing, in the street or in the person’s own home.In an emergency, please call 999 in the first instance.

SOB -Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide -National Helpline 0300 111 5065. 9am to 9pm every day.Ilkeston (support group) Location: Ilkeston.Meeting day: 4th Thursday of every monthPhone: Eric on 0115 944 1117 (9am - 5pm) Canaan Trust - Homelessness- Long Eaton.Tell us about a rough sleeper.

If you see and are concerned about someone who is rough sleeping, please tell us. Please help us by providing as much information as possible. 0115 946 4903.

Email us if you wish to discuss a rough sleeper – office@canaan-trust.co.uk Citizens Advice- Debt & Money Problems, Housing , Law,& Rights , Discrimination.,Work, Health. etc.,www.citizensadvice.org.uk Internet Safety- Visit theUK Safer Internet Centre, where you can find e-safety tips, advice and resources to help children and young people stay safe on the internet. www.saferinternet.org.uk- Tel: 0844 381 4772.

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DROP IN LEGAL SURGERY FOR DOMESTIC ABUSE FREE DROP IN LEGAL SURGERIES will be on offer for women who live in North Broxtowe and Stapleford, to access free legal information and advice in cases of domestic violence and abuse.

Thanks to a partnership between Broxtowe Women’s Project and Nelsons Solicitors, family law specialist’s sessions will take place every other Wednesday starting on 4th May from 9.30am – 2.30pm.

The sessions will offer: A private, safe space to talk through their concerns A chance to find out more about the legal options available to them An opportunity to obtain free legal advice in an emergency situation, in the time of a crisis Free impartial legal advice on a range of civil matters Many of the women who Broxtowe Women’s Project supports have a number of complex issues. This might mean they find it easier to remain in an abusive relationship. The sessions aim to make legal advice and support more accessible and to encourage them to move forward in their lives.

The project is funded by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Priority Plus areas.

For more information please contact Broxtowe Women’s Project on 01773 718 555 or visit www.broxtowewomensproject.org.uk Any women experiencing domestic abuse can call the Helpline Monday – Friday between 10.00am and 1.00pm on 01773 719111 or the 24 hour National Helpline on 0808 2000 247.

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