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Welcome to the January issue Happy New Year!

A blink of an eye and that was Christmas over! This year is the first for us as a family of four as my baby girl is five months old and my little boy is two and a half. This year has been magical as my toddler has really started to ‘get’ what it’s all about. We managed to rack up a whopping five Santa visits during December….two trips to Baytree, Breakfast with at the Spirit of Endeavour, a Christmas party with relatives at Holbeach Servicemans Club and at Johnsons Garden Centre.

For me Christmas is all about family, we tend to alternate between my family and the in-laws each year. Either way it’s a house full and that’s what I love, a busy festive period and this year it was our turn to do lunch! To be honest I prefer being at home so I always welcome it when it comes round to us.

But now it’s all about the new year and as we head into 2018 we can look back on the past year and plan our resolutions for the next one. There’s all the usual ones – lose weight, learn a new skill, have a better work/life balance but I feel fortunate that I am pretty happy with my lot at the minute, so mine is quite simple and to take more care of myself. Being a mum of two has certainly pushed me this year as well as running a business and home and to be honest I haven’t really looked after myself so that’s what 2018 is all about.

Back to this edition and we look at looking after animals in the winter as well as weighing up if it’s better to move house or improve your existing home. This time of year is often a period when we contemplate packing up and moving, so make sure you check out our guide before you potentially make such a costly decision.

Finally I would like to say a huge thank you to the team behind Simply magazines, from the people in the office selling adverts, writing features, our design studio processing artwork and the accounts office to the team of distributors who do such an amazing job of getting the magazine to you every month come rain or shine and of course our loyal advertisers who use the magazine to promote their business every month, without them we simply wouldn’t be able to produce the magazine.

As always we are looking for charities, community groups and events to feature in our local focus, so if you are involved in anything happening locally please get in touch to discuss further.

All that’s left for me to say is to have a great month and a very HAPPY NEW YEAR!

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£108,000 raised for community groups Members of Lincolnshire Co-op have clubbed together to raise £108,000 for local community groups.

From scouts and sports clubs to health networks, there’s an army of groups around the county and they’re all making life better for people in their communities.

That’s why, together with members, Lincolnshire Co-op has been fundraising for 167 local groups through its Community Champions scheme.

Over 147,000 members helped raise the total simply by shopping with their dividend card.

Senior Community and Education Co-ordinator Ben James said: “We’re delighted to have raised such a brilliant amount for these community groups.

“They each have a huge impact on the areas around them, whether they’re Rainbow or Scouts clubs, sports groups or dementia support networks, and this money will help them continue making a difference to people’s lives.

“We can’t wait to see how this money benefits them all.”

A donation was made through the

Community Champions scheme every time a member shopped in a Lincolnshire Co-op outlet in September, October and November.

Proceeds from the carrier bag charge and colleagues’ Halloween fundraising also went into the pot.

The total is divided up between the

groups, according to how much has been raised locally.

For more information about the Community Champions scheme and a list of other groups benefiting from the quarter, visit www.lincolnshire.coop/community/ community-champions/previous-champions.

Friends of Witham Way dissolved An appeal has been made for volunteers to come forward to help maintain Witham Way Country Park.

For the past 16 years a passionate team has worked diligently to help transform the 38 acres into one of the prides of Boston. But now chairman, Peter Desforges, at the age of 78, has decided to hang up his gardening gloves. And the team of friends, family and colleagues that he forged into the Friends of Witham Way have also decided now is the time for them to take things a bit easier.

Peter, who became involved in the park almost by default, and ended up being Friends’ chairman for 16 years, said: “It was a very difficult decision to make to dissolve the group.”

He said it was made all the more difficult when, earlier this year, he was awarded the Robert Lauberts Environmental and Community Award because of his love of Witham Way Country Park.

The presentation was made after the judging tour for this year’s Boston in Bloom Awards. The country park has been

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instrumental in helping Boston gain three gold awards. Peter said: “I couldn’t speak when the award was made to me. I was just filling up.”

Over the years the group masterminded the footpath routes – hard and mown – tamed the brambles, planted trees and developed the popular picnic area. Led

by Peter they fell into a weekly routine of cutting, trimming, planting and weeding, helping make the park a favoured location for Bostonians and visitors.

Peter said: “It would be a crying shame it if slipped back now. I hope someone comes forward to carry on the work the Friends have done. It’s not too onerous – about eight man hours a week keeps on top of it.”

He said he would continue to be a regular visitor to the park – he lives about seven minutes’ walk away, and would be happy to pass on his knowledge and pass on the Friends’ equipment to a new group.

He knows every square inch and almost everyone who passed by called out a welcome to him.

“It would suit someone newly retired with time to spare – as I had when I first became involved. It keeps you fit and active. People appreciate what they have here on their doorstep. We have had very little trouble in here because they know some of us are always around.”

If you want to help carry on the good work of the Friends of Witham Way Country Park please contact Jenny Moore by calling 01205 314 583 or email jenny.moore@boston.gov.uk

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Homelessness A countywide strategy for dealing with the plight of the homeless has been adopted by Boston Borough Council.

The draft strategy has been developed by the Lincolnshire County Homelessness Strategy Group, made up of every housing association in the county, statutory and voluntary organisations, to cover the period 2017 to 2021.

The group’s three previous strategies have been recognised as best practice partnership models by the Government. The latest strategy was formulated following a review of homelessness in the county and consultation with a wide range of stakeholders and service users.

The draft strategy’s section on Boston concedes that the area has some of the highest private rents in the region and lowest full-time wages, presenting affordability challenges. It has also had one of the largest population increases in the last Census in 2011.

The new strategy tackles supply of affordable housing, both rented and purchased, working with partners across statutory and voluntary sectors to reduce homelessness, tackling rough sleeping and the barriers which prevent rough sleepers from moving away from the streets

New Owners at Tates Tate’s Fish & Chips has recently been taken over by longterm employee Sam Cilek who in his own words say: “There has been a fi h restaurant on this site since the 10th October 1903 and I am passionate about continuing with tradition.

Subsequently Tate’s was founded in 1959. Under the family’s stewardship Tate’s has become well known for quality fish and chips and has developed into the award winning fish restaurant that is so loved today.

Under new management Tate’s remains a family business and we take great pride in the quality of our food and excellent service that is provided by our friendly staff ” A glance at Tate’s page on Trip Advisor shows very quickly that the Fish and Chip shop is held in very high regard, not just by the locals but by people who travel to Boston specifi cally to pay them a visit. There is even a review on there from a couple who travel from Skegness for Tate’s – high praise indeed when people travel from a seaside town with its fair share of chippies!

Saved Music Charity Launches New Website – And is Looking for New Members!

MUSIC:LINK, the music information service for Lincolnshire and the East Midlands, has this month launched a brand new website -www.music-link.org - as part of a range of enhancements made since soundLINCS saved the three decade old charity from closure a year ago.

Started in Lincoln in 1986, MUSIC:LINK had faced the threat of winding up late last year as new volunteer committee posts could not be recruited. Community music charity soundLINCS stepped in as existing members had overwhelmingly said that they wanted the service to continue.

MUSIC:LINK provides venues, promoters, schools, orchestras, bands, teachers, performers and individual music lovers with a range of services, including a monthly printed diary of live music events throughout the region.

In the past year, a Facebook group has been launched to share information between members and the wider music community, and there has been a focus on increasing communications to help place members at the centre of the service and guarantee maximum promotion for events. MUSIC:LINK hopes that the new website will help to continue

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to grow the membership and facilitate it reaching a wider audience going forwards.

Nikki-Kate Heyes MBE, CEO of soundLINCS, said: “This is a very exciting time for MUSIC:LINK as we embark on our ambitious plans to grow and improve the service to help give Lincolnshire and the East Midlands an excellent music information service.”

“We have listened to the service’s passionate and experienced membership and have strived to put their concerns and priorities at the heart of this new site. It is inspiring to see how much people value MUSIC:LINK and attracting new choirs, bands, teachers, venues, schools and performers will only make it more comprehensive in its promotion of live music opportunities in the region.”

Membership signups for 2018 are open now for individuals and organisations, giving access to the directory and monthly diaries of events, opportunities to advertise services and events to a dedicated audience and the chance to connect with people passionate about live music across the region. For more information visit www.music-link.org or email music-link@soundlincs.org.

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Cllr Bernard Rush

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ou will have heard the clichéd phrase New Year, New You. It is usually applied to those who may have overindulged during the festive season and perhaps need to shed a few pounds.

But I want to apply this well-worn phrase in a different and slightly extended way – New Year, New You, New Boston.

It’s my New Year Resolution that in 2018 we look for the positives in and about Boston; let’s always

Each month a different member of Boston Borough Council’s Cabinet writes about the issues which they have responsibility for. This month the Mayor, Cllr Bernard Rush, gives us his New Year message.

Bernard’s Notes

borough who do their best. I have seen that there is much to celebrate in people who also love to live here and who go that extra mile to do their bit for the community.

It has been a privilege to meet this silent “many” who beaver away at their good works quietly and unannounced, rarely, if ever, seeking praise for what they do for us all. Their actions speak volumes about their positive take on life.

Not everyone can be a volunteer and work in some

“I am not afraid of the future for our town, nor our borough so let us all dare to dream of a new tomorrow.” try to celebrate the good news.

When I was elected Boston’s 483rd Mayor in May I am sure I echoed the ideals of the previous 482 Mayors that we all do our best for Boston.

I have said many times before that when I arrived here 46 years ago I simply fell in love with this town of Boston and its inhabitants and since May, with my wife at my side, Lady Mayoress Jayne, I have been meeting lots of good folk in this fine

capacity for the good of others, but we can all find ways to be positive and reject the negatives that some portray about our town.

I am very aware, and do at times sympathise with some of the growing concerns expressed by true Bostonians; those local families who have lived and worked here all their lives.

But nothing is ever achieved easily. So we must face our challenges together as a community.

Our futures may be about to flourish, and I am beginning to feel the same type of excitement I felt as a 17-year-old, when I set foot on the gangplank of the Duke of Abercorn passenger steamer, in Belfast Harbour, for my first solo foray to the wonderful country called England.

Our Borough remains vitally important to the nation. Yes, because of the volume of food grown here – life’s staples such as wheat to make bread, sugar beet, potatoes and the best vegetables in the world; these are all treasures. But I want more.

I want us to seek out new horizons for employment, and opportunities for our gifted youth. These are reasons to be proud.

Let’s all work better to give Boston a reputation that we can all be proud of.

I am not afraid of the future for our town, nor our borough so let us all dare to dream of a new tomorrow.

Feel brave, demand from our politicians a brighter and better future for this great, historic borough... because Boston people are good people, and Boston people deserve no less than the very best.

I hope you all had a very merry Christmas, and we can all look forward to a very happy and prosperous New Year.

Cllr Bernard Rush, Mayor.

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Advice

Volunteering for Citizens Advice Mid Lincolnshire

by Vicky Flood – Training and Recruitment Team Leader

Citizens Advice Mid Lincolnshire are indebted to over 90 highly trained volunteers who support the delivery of our work across North Kesteven and Boston. Our volunteers come from all sorts of backgrounds and help with everything we do: research and campaigning, administration, trusteeship, reception - and, of course, giving advice including as a telephone assessor.

Volunteers who give advice to our clients are at the heart of our service and we could not manage without them. Volunteer assessors and advisers receive full training in the skills needed to help people deal with their problems and learn how to find the information the client needs from our extensive database.

Volunteers are supported and supervised as they begin to assess clients and give advice. They will get feedback and development opportunities throughout their time with Citizens Advice.

Will I have to complete an application form or have an interview?

Yes, but remember the application form and interview is a two-way process. It enables us to find out more about you, to ensure that you are suitable for the role, but also enables you to ensure that the volunteering opportunity meets your needs and interests.

Do you provide training?

All advisers receive comprehensive free training, which is recognised and respected throughout the country. The training programme consists of group training sessions, observation/shadowing, working through self-study packs, and courses run by Citizens Advice. You will be supported throughout your training. Most local Citizens Advice have several trainees at any one time, so you are likely to be training with other new volunteers. We find that most people complete the adviser training programme in 6-12 months, although this will, of course, depend on how much time you are able to commit to it.

Do you always need volunteers?

Yes, we constantly need volunteers.

I’ve got specific skills and experience, can you use them?

One of the strengths of Citizens Advice is the diverse range of backgrounds, skills and experiences our volunteers bring to their roles. We will try to utilise volunteers skills and experience in the best role to suit these.

Are there certain skills I need to be a Citizens Advice volunteer?

It will depend on which role you are interested in.

All advisers receive comprehensive free training so do not need any previous qualifications or experience.

However, you will need to be open-minded, nonjudgemental, be able to listen, learn, and work in a team. In most other roles, volunteers will usually need some form of prior experience. However, we are a learning environment and volunteering in any role will give you the chance to develop your skills.

What will I get out of volunteering for Citizens Advice?

All our volunteers get something slightly different from the experience. Some of the most common benefits reported are: • making a difference to an individual’s life • changing the way things work for the better • receiving highly respected training • getting invaluable work experience • developing new skills • putting existing skills to good use • getting involved with the community • making new friends.

What support will I get as a volunteer?

All volunteers are fully supported and supervised throughout their involvement with Citizens Advice Mid Lincolnshire. There will be a paid member of staff that you can turn to for extra support if you feel you need it. There is an Advice Session Team Leader on duty at each advice session to guide and assist volunteer advisers. We make sure that you are not put in situations that are beyond your abilities, and will work with you to help ensure that you find volunteering with us both challenging and rewarding.

How much time do I need to give?

There is no minimum time requirement to volunteer with Citizens Advice Mid Lincolnshire, you can discuss with us the time you have available, your interests, and skills, and how they fit with local needs.

When / what times can I volunteer?

We have offices in Sleaford, Boston, and North Hyekham.

Will I get my expenses paid?

We will reimburse travel and other out-of-pocket expenses.

What are the chances of getting a job afterwards?

Nearly one third of volunteers who leave us go on to paid employment. Local Citizens Advice volunteering provides skills and experience that is valued by many employers. A lot of paid local Citizens Advice staff, for example managers, case workers and

administrators, started out as volunteers.

What age restrictions are there on volunteering?

Citizens Advice volunteers need to be 16 or over.

There is no upper age limit for volunteers.

Will volunteering affect my jobseeker’s allowance?

Citizens Advice volunteering will not affect jobseeker’s allowance (JSA) provided you: • remain available for and are actively seeking a full time paid job • take reasonable steps to find a job (e.g. answering adverts, signing up with an agency and taking other steps required by the Jobcentre Plus office) • inform the Job Centre/ Jobcentre Plus office that you are volunteering • can attend interview within 48 hours and take up work within one week.

We can help you by providing a standard letter stating that the volunteer: • receives no remuneration, only reimbursement of actual out-of-pocket expenses, which does not count towards the JSA ‘earnings disregard’ • can be contacted whilst volunteering at Citizens Advice Mid Lincolnshire if a job opportunity becomes available • can be available at a week’s notice to start work or attend an interview with 48 hours’ notice.

Volunteering should not affect income support as long as you are not receiving any money other than reimbursement of expenses.

Will volunteering affect my other benefits?

You should notify the relevant agency before starting if you receive incapacity benefit (IB), severe disablement allowance, employment and support allowance (ESA), carer’s allowance, industrial injuries disablement benefit, or invalid care allowance (ICA).

We can help by providing a letter for you confirming the number of hours, that these hours are unpaid, and that volunteering is far more flexible and cannot be regarded as the same as paid work.

If

If you’ve already decided to volunteer, or have specific questions that aren’t covered here contact: Vicky Flood on 01529 307900 or 01522 501603 or e-mail vicky.flood@citizensadvicemidlincs.org.uk

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School News

Wrangle children are Mayor’s special guests

M Calling teachers, PTA members, pupils…

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ore children from schools in Boston and the borough have taken up the Mayor’s invitation to visit him in the council chamber at Municipal Buildings.

The latest to hear about how the council works, the Mayor’s work and to see the borough regalia and visit the CCTV suite were from key stages 3, 4 and 5 from the John Fielding Community Special School and Wrangle Primary School.

The Mayor, Cllr Bernard Rush, invited all schools to visit him at the council offices as part of the annual local democracy campaign. Some have taken turns in his big chair where he sits to run

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n Saturday 11 November, Boston College opened the doors to its music and performing arts building, the Sam Newsom Centre, to host a day of workshops for the local community followed by an evening music gig by students and staff at the College with special guests, London African Drumming.

A year in the making, the event was awarded £6,500 by Celebrate England, part of the National Lottery’s Big Lottery Fund which gives people the chance to come together to celebrate something important in their community, commemorate a local historic event or simply get to know their neighbours better.

Local residents of all ages attended the daytime workshops, which included African Drumming and Dancing, Music Production and DJing. Led by industry experts, attendees could get up close and personal with their chosen area, having a go themselves, learning the tricks of the trade and being given the opportunity to ask questions and learn more. Christopher, who took part in the African Drumming workshop said “I’m so grateful to Boston College for this opportunity. I’ve always loved drumming and when I saw this free workshop advertised I jumped at the chance to take part! I’ve had a really fun day in this fantastic venue – the acoustics of the drums was amazing.”

In the evening a packed auditorium was treated to a free three-and-a-half-hour

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gig featuring Kings & Bears, The Rogues, Koyote, African Drumming and Performing Arts and Dance Medley. The auditorium, famed for its incredible acoustics, showed off the best the College has to offer, with original material and covers being played to this appreciative audience.

Programme Area for Creative Arts, Neil Percy, said “This really was a fantastic celebration of this historic building and I was pleased to see so many people turn out to have a go at one of our workshops and in the evening to see our talented students and staff performing – there really was something for everyone. We are proud of the facilities at the Sam Newsom Centre and look forward to welcoming members of the public back soon at our regular events.”

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Cllr Rush is pictured with his visitors from Wrangle in the council chamber where they saw the borough treasures.

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Library news

Adult Book Choice

Events in January at Boston Library

Past Perfect by Danielle Steel Danielle Steel’s latest best seller is a ghost story that spans 100 years. When Blake Gregory is offered his dream job, it means a move for his family. During a freak earthquake on the night they move in to their Pacific Heights mansion, the original occupants appear to them. This begins a friendship that spans both past and present.

There are lots of activities for under 5s and their families at Boston Library:

Messy mornings every Monday 10.30am-11.00am Messy hands-on crafts.

Rhyme Time

Childrens Book Choice

every Tuesday 10.00am-10.45am Songs, rhymes, dancing and fun.

Wave Me Goodbye by Jacqueline Wilson Children young and old will enjoy reading this story about 10 year old Shirley, who is evacuated to the countryside during World War II. Shirley is billeted in the country, with two boys from East End London, Kevin and Archie – and their experiences living in the strange, half-empty Red House, with the mysterious and reclusive Mrs Waverley, will change their lives for ever.

Story Time - every Friday Due to popular demand we have changed the times to 10.30am -11.00am

No need to book, just drop in.

v Boston Library opening hours Mondays - 9am to 5pm Tuesdays - 9am to 5pm Wednesday - 9am to 5pm Thursdays - 9am to 6pm Fridays - 9am to 5pm Saturdays - 9am to 4pm ä Telephone 01522 782010 (charged at local rate) or log on to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/libraries.

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Family life

Follow Your Dreams

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They’re now in Australia. Here’s Nigel’s latest update for Simply:

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he first week of the Australian leg of our trip has presented the biggest challenges of our three months abroad so far - with two swift enforced changes of accommodation and an encounter with insects which wouldn’t be out of place on I’m A Celebrity...Get Me Out Of Here!

The first hiccup came when we realised (whilst at Christchurch Airport in New Zealand ready to fly to Sydney) that the AirBnB accommodation we’d booked for our first five nights in Australia had been cancelled by the host.

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Fortunately, other wildlife we’ve encountered in the country has been much more welcome - a possum, kangaroos (on a golf course!), koala bears high up in the trees and Australian King parrots feeding out of our hands.

Sydney is a wondrous joy and its appeal is clear to see. Yes, it’s best known for its opera house and harbour bridge and, no, they don’t disappoint from afar or at close quarters. But to fail to mention the city’s many other attractions would

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Circular Quay and Darling Harbour are a pleasure to wander around, with seemingly as much going on, on the water as along the quaysides with ferries and water taxis jostling for position, and at Circular Quay the awesome sight of cruise ships harboured.

All along the waterfronts are buzzing bars, cafés and restaurants, with buskers providing a backdrop of entertainment.

We took a guided tour of The Rocks area, learning about the history of criminals being sent there from the other side of the world, the site of the city’s first hospital and witnessing the public housing flat a woman in her 80s is refusing

to leave despite the council wanting to demolish the block. No doubt the gaudy flashing sign she has in the window of the top floor flat overlooking Circular Quay is adding to the council’s frustration.

The tour was a clever concept set up by the university graduate who led us around - they’re free (attracting lots of budget-conscious travellers) and are funded by tips (which are plentiful due to the quality and content).

Elsewhere in the city, Darling Quarter was home to perhaps the best playground Kian has ever come across. Imagine every different manner of high quality play equipment coupled with a huge network of water play, all set

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in an attractive tree-lined square (with a McDonald’s) and you’ll be somewhere near what this place offers.

For me though, Australia will really have to go some to better New Zealand. In the last edition I told of the sights and attractions of the North Island. Well, the even more scenic South Island trumped it.

We kayaked in Abel Tasman National Park, biked and luged in Queenstown, hiked to glacier viewing in Franz Josef, cruised in the mesmerising Milford Sound fjord and, in Christchurch, heard first-hand stories about the earthquakes which devastated the place in 2010 and 2011 and witnessed a city clearly still getting back on its feet.

It’s those sort of experiences which are enriching our trip further and reminding all three of us how lucky we are to be able to undertake it.

Christmas is in Perth with a friend of ours who emigrated from England five years ago. The Christmas trees and festive decorations in the towns and shops all seem a bit, well, wrong alongside sunshine and temperatures in the high 80s. On the plus side, the preparations all start much later than in the UK and are much more mooted. Thankfully we let Santa know we’re abroad this year! trip, To see more about our ily Fam r Ou e pag ok ebo ‘like’ Fac it vis or r Gap Yea .uk www.familygapyear.co

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Happy New Year!

Well, wasn’t that over in the blink of an eye? All that planning, preparing, shopping and wrapping and here we are in January with not much to show for it other than clothes that are a bit too tight, a huge pile of black sacks for the bin men and a bank balance that could do with being a bit healthier! After such a highly anticipated event, The New Year and the return to normality can be a little depressing. Dark nights, long hours at work and the longing for some excitement and fun that invariably comes around with Spring & Summer. I am talking about Christmas, aren’t I? Maybe not…

Pregnancy is a bit like the build up to Christmas…exciting, full of promise, family, love and new beginnings. Labour and birth can also be likened to the emotional meltdown we have the day before Christmas Eve when we’ve had enough, have run out of patience and don’t think we will ever actually get to the bit we have been waiting for. Your first few days as a new mum are like Christmas Day and Boxing Day all rolled into one. Lots of friends and family come to see you and you are still riding the hormonal high of the birth. But what happens when all that settles down?

Your first few months as a new mum can be very much like the dark, drab, uninspiring days of January when we mostly feel fat, broken, unloved and exhausted.

Falling in love with your baby at first sight is an amazing and magical time for women, but

not everyone feels like that.

I’m going to let you in on a secret about not loving your baby straight away or even liking them. Or motherhood for that matter. It’s normal. Yes, that’s right. Normal. Perfectly acceptable. The anti-climax of birth is just like January blues apart from one really important detail: everybody understands about the January blues and accepts them for what they are. They know they will get over it and they know that just because you feel that way now, doesn’t mean the rest of your year is going to be a write off. Feeling sad, lonely or overwhelmed after what is perceived as the happiest event of your life is a really hard thing to deal with. So much pressure!

Just what you need when you are sleep deprived and on the edge! If you are finding life physically or emotionally challenging after the birth of your baby, try to give yourself a break. I can guarantee you are your own worst critic. Eat and drink – your mental health and energy levels rely on it. Ask for help often and don’t feel guilty about doing it. Help comes in all sorts of forms…babysitting, having a chat and a cup of tea with a friend or someone to do your food shop. Remember that almost every other woman on the planet feels like you do right now and it’s OK. It is all going to be OK.

Wishing you all a healthy and balanced 2018 Annette Xx

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Family life

Looking after your Dog this Winter

Exposure to winter’s dry, cold air and chilly rain, sleet and snow can cause chapped paws and itchy, flaking skin, but these aren’t the only discomforts pets can suffer. Winter walks can become downright dangerous if chemicals from de-icers are licked off of bare paws. To help prevent cold weather dangers from affecting your pet’s health, we have compiled a list of how you can help him this winter.

• Repeatedly coming out of the cold into the dry heat of your home can cause itchy, flaking skin. Keep your home humidified and towel dry your pet as soon as he comes inside, paying special attention to his feet and inbetween the toes. Remove any snow balls from between his foot pads.

• Never shave your dog down to the skin in winter, as a longer coat will provide more warmth. If your dog is long-haired, simply trim him to minimize the clinging ice balls, salt crystals and de-icing chemicals that can dry his skin, and don’t neglect the hair between his toes. If your dog is short-haired, consider getting him a coat or sweater with a high collar or turtleneck with coverage from the base of the tail to the belly. For many dogs, this is regulation winter wear.

• Bathe your pets as little as possible during cold spells. Washing too often can remove essential oils and increase the chance of developing dry, flaky skin. If your pooch must be bathed, ask your vet or groomer to recommend a moisturizing shampoo and/or rinse.

• Massaging petroleum jelly or other paw protectants into paw pads before going outside can help protect from salt and chemical agents. Booties provide even more coverage and can

also prevent sand and salt from getting lodged between bare toes and causing irritation. Use pet-friendly ice melts whenever possible.

• Like coolant, antifreeze is a lethal poison for dogs and cats. Be sure to thoroughly clean up any spills from your vehicle, and consider using products that contain propylene glycol rather than ethylene glycol.

• Pets burn extra energy by trying to stay warm in winter. Feeding your pet a little bit more during the cold weather months can provide muchneeded calories, and making sure she has plenty of water to drink will help keep her well-hydrated and her skin less dry.

• Make sure your animal has a warm place to sleep, off the floor and away from all drafts. A cozy dog or cat bed with a warm blanket or pillow is perfect.

• Remember, if it’s too cold for you, it’s probably too cold for your pet, so keep your animals inside. If left outdoors, pets can freeze, become disoriented, lost, stolen, injured or killed. In addition, don’t leave pets alone in a car during cold weather, as cars can act as refrigerators that hold in the cold and cause animals to freeze to death.

Helping Birds in Bad Weather Make sure seed is accessible and dry Hopper or tube feeders are good at protecting seed from wet weather, and they dole out food as it is eaten. Sweep snow off of platform feeders, or clear a place on the ground where you can scatter seed for groundfeeding species such as sparrows, towhees, juncos, and doves. If snow build-up is a problem…

Keep extra feeders for use in bad weather Keep an extra-large-capacity tube feeder in the garage for use when nasty weather comes. It not only gives the birds another place to eat, which means more birds can eat at one time, but it also cuts down on our trips outside for refilling the feeders.

Other extras to consider having: peanut feeder, suet feeder, satellite feeder (for the small birds to use), and a hopper feeder.

Scatter seed in sheltered places Not all birds will venture to your feeder. Some species prefer to skulk in the thickets, brambles, and other secure places. For these species, consider scattering some seed (black-oil sunflower, sunflower bits, peanut bits, mixed seed) in your hedges and bushes, or even along the edge of a wooded area.

Put out high-energy foods Food such as suet, meat scraps, and peanut butter are great. Fat gives the biggest energy boost to winter birds, and without enough energy to keep them going, many songbirds would not survive a cold winter night. Suet (the fat removed from processed beef), meat scraps, and peanut butter all provide fat to birds that eat them. If you don’t have a suet feeder, use a mesh onion bag. Suspend it from a tree branch or iron feeder hook. To feed peanut butter, drill oneinch holes in a foot-long section of a small log. Insert a screw eye into one end of the log. Smear peanut butter into the holes and suspend the feeder from the screw eye.

Furnish your bird houses.

Imagine you’re a bird roosting in a nest box on a cold winter’s night. Wouldn’t it be nice to snuggle down into some dried grass or dry wood shavings in the bottom of the house? Wood shavings work well, too. Don’t use sawdust, however; it can retain moisture once wet, which does not help the birds keep warm.

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Health & Beauty

Keep on Smiling Oral health is something none of us should take for granted, so no matter what your age, or how many teeth you have, it’s important to look after them.

To keep your smile in tip top condition, or if you’re looking to start a new regime today, why not follow these tips from the British Dental Health Foundation.

• When it comes to dental hygiene, prevention is better than cure. Always listen to your dentist’s advice when it comes to booking check-ups, as regular visits can help nip problems in the bud before they become more serious ones.

• Look at your diet - a poor one can have adverse effects on your teeth.

Cut down on how often you have sugary foods and drinks, especially children, as the acid in them can lead to decay.

Stick to foods and drinks which are kinder to teeth like cheese, crackers, breadsticks, raw vegetables, plain water and milk.

• Brush your teeth for two minutes, twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.

During the night the flow of saliva (the mouth’s cleaning system) slows down, leaving the mouth more at risk to decay.

Brushing is a preventative measure, so it’s important to do this first thing in the morning and before you go to bed.

• Floss or use interdental brushes, as these help clean away any food debris caught between your teeth, which in turn helps cut the risk of gum disease.

• Invest in an electric toothbrush - tests have shown these are twice as effective as manual brushing.

Plus many newer models also feature twominute timers, to help you make sure you brush for the recommended period of time.

Children and their Teeth

Establish good dental habits from an early age and your children will thank you for it in the long run. Start brushing your baby’s teeth with a fluoride toothpaste as soon as their first milk tooth breaks through.

Did you know NHS dental care for children is free?

Take your children to the dentist whenever you attend for a check up, so they can see you being examined and get to know there’s nothing to be afraid of. And take them from as early as possible get used to the surgery and the dentist too.

Be positive, and try and make it a fun trip - this will help them stop worrying about future visits.

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• Look after your teeth - genuine accidents do happen, but be careful. Don’t bite things open like packets or use your teeth to open beer bottles as you’ll end up doing them more harm than good.

• If you’re still unhappy with your smile, there are plenty of cosmetic treatments available to help alter the appearance of your teeth.

People who smoke or drink red wine and coffee often find their teeth become stained - there are special toothpastes that can help reduce discolouration and whitening treatments to restore your natural colour.

Or why not have a chat with your dentist about other options such as veneers and crowns?

Business Focus

New Slimming World Consultants Bring A Healthy Start To Boston This January

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Danni & Alison both joined Slimming World in the Boston area and losing weight hasn’t just meant a whole new healthy outlook on life – both of them are about to launch brand new careers too.

The two Slimmer’s have trained as Consultants for Slimming World and are set to open new groups in Boston in the next few weeks.

Sarah Lote, Slimming World Consultant and Team Developer who has recruited the new consultants say their new roles have never been more important. Latest figures from Public Health England show 32.5% of adults living in the Boston area are seriously overweight or obese. She says: Obesity is becoming such a huge issue across the UK. It’s a privilege to be able to pass on the experience, insight and understanding that helped Alison and Danni to lose weight and enable them to help new members get to their dream target weight. I am very excited about the support that they’ll bring to help the people of Boston lose weight and get healthy.

Danni’s STORY: Danni decided to lose weight after gaining weight from her pregnancies. Changing her eating habits has helped Danni to a new healthy happier person.

“I was starting to feel very unhappy and

unfit, my clothes where getting tighter, out of breathe more with her asthma I was worried about my health” When she first heard about the eating plan and how much she could eat and still lose weight, Danni thought it was too good to be true. “Being able to cook quick, easy and inexpensive meals the whole family could enjoy using foods like pasta and potatoes, fish, lean meat, chicken and eggs made eating healthy together easy,” she says “I learned to eat sensible choices and small changes like using cooking spray instead of oil, and snacking on fruit, cooking foods the whole family all enjoyed” Danni is keen to pass on her new found healthy eating knowledge to members at her New group at St Thomas’s Church Hall from Wednesday 3rd January 7.30pm

and we all love Slimming World chips followed by meringue and fruit with yogurt, I still enjoy chocolate so never feel I am missing out on anything.

“I am much fitter now, with being a chronic asthmatic losing weight has help improve my health dramatically I feel so much fitter and healthier with thanks to the motivation I received from my group members and consultant.”

“My family and friends are amazed by my result, I have encouraged many others to join.

I love my group so much support, inspiration and encouragement I have received from my consultant Sarah the group is amazing I could not imagine not going.”

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Alison’s STORY Shedding 2.5st in just over a year has proved a turning point for Alison “I was so unhappy and my self-esteem was at rock bottom. I decided I had to take action about my weight”.

“Although I was apprehensive and very nervous on my first day, I was reassured and warmly welcomed the minute I stepped through the doors of the Slimming World Mayfields group” “I was amazed by the amount of food I could eat and enjoy never feeling hungry and deprived.” Alison says “What I love about Slimming World is that it’s for everyone, my partner and son enjoy the same delicious meals as I do. Our favourite meal are Curries

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Alison and Danni have been so inspired by Slimming World and their own fantastic weight loss journey, that they wish to share their knowledge and help others shed the burden of being overweight and will be opening New Groups. Alison at the Boston Sports and Social club Thursday’s 7.30pm and Danni at St Thomas Church Hall Boston Wednesday’s 7.30pm.

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JUMP START

MONDAY Rochford Tower 9.30,11.30am, 5pm & 7pm Chloe Gilbert 07802 731184 Wyberton Parish Hall 9am & 11am Sarah Lote 07814 233968 Kirton Town Hall 5pm & 7pm Abi Carter 07538 819472

Ruby Hunt Centre Donington 5.30pm & 7.30pm Pam: 07880 557845

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WEDNESDAY Conservative Club Boston 9.30am & 11.30am Claire Sharp 07453 548979 Boston Grammar School 7.30pm Sarah Brown 07917 151488 Sibsey Village Hall 5:30pm & 7:30pm Jenny Gardener 07795 957410 Swineshead Village Hall 5.30pm & 7:30pm Abi Carter 07538 819472

St Thomas Church Hall Boston 7.30pm Danni: 07917 897292 THURSDAY Old Leake Community Centre 9.30, 5.30 & 7.30pm With Lindsey 07711 680055 Boston West Academy 5:30pm and 7:30pm Jenny Gardener 07795 957410

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Office Equipment Ltd What you get: An eight-week programme Expert advice from our friendly instructors Three 1-2-1 instructor sessions On-going help and support to achieve your goals  Personal fitness portfolio log including tailormade training programme    

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Not only do you get the above we will also give you free joining fee (worth up to £25).

To take advantage of this Jump Start offer simply pop in to the gym reception of the Geoff Moulder Leisure Complex between 3rd and 31st January 2018 and join on one of our adult gym membership packages.

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New Year

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Once Christmas is over, it’s easy to feel a little lost. We’ve eaten to excess, we’ve got stressed with the shopping and we’ve obsessed over making sure that for one day of the year, everything is perfect. By the time January comes around, it can feel like we need a bit of a boost to get going again. So how can we meet the new year with a spring in our step?

Banish those blues

We all know that exercise helps us to lose those extra pounds (according to research, on average you consume 6,000 calories on Christmas day!), but it’s also good for the mind. Not only can exercise reduce the risk of health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure, but it can make you feel better emotionally.

When we’re feeling stressed or depressed, it’s easy to give in to comfort eating, which can develop into a vicious circle. However, exercise can help reduce stress levels and improve mood. Doing regular exercise is also a chance to escape from the pressures of everyday life and socialise. By using up energy, you’re also helping yourself to a good night’s sleep.

According to the Royal College of Psychiatrists, there are a whole range of benefits to keeping active including being more likely to feel good about yourself and being less likely to have problems with concentration and memory.

But exercise is boring

We’ve all used this excuse before - but

exercise really doesn’t have to be a chore.

If jogging round the park isn’t your thing, why not pick an activity that you enjoy or that you’ve always wanted to try? Dance classes, yoga, swimming, weight training, kick boxing, martial arts – the choice is yours. Why not check out the opening times of your local gym? You might find you can fit in a session before work. Or maybe you could go in your lunch hour? Pilates and yoga are recommended for helping combat stress.

The Department of Health recommends that adults should do at least 30 minutes of moderate physical activity five times week, so the trick is to do something you enjoy.

Your health and well being

Depending on your individual requirements, there are also many complementary therapies that can help improve your wellbeing in general. Here are some of our favourites: Indian Head Massage This has relaxing massage has been practiced for over a thousand years and

includes the treatment of the shoulders, upper arms, neck, scalp and face. It is said to relieve tension, fatigue, headaches and eyestrain by manipulating energy channels.

Aromatherapy This alternative therapy combines the use of essential oils, naturally produced by plans and trees. Sometimes it’s combined with massage. Aromatherapy is believed to help improve physical and emotional wellbeing.

Reflexology This intensive massage works on the idea that different points on the feet, lower leg, hands, face or ears correspond with different areas of the body. It has been practiced for some 5000 years by the Egyptians and Chinese and is said to be a means of unblocking energy and promoting healing. Great for some serious relaxation if you’ve been on your feet all over Christmas!

Always check with a healthcare professional before changing your diet or embarking on new exercise regimes or alternative therapies. Always seek professional advice!

New Year, New Career?

Boston College is offering a range of part time adult courses starting in January 2018.

December is traditionally the time to begin making plans for the new year, including New Year’s resolutions. While losing weight and eating more healthily might be at the top of most lists, you might also include items such as “learn new skills” or “start a new career”. Boston College’s

part time adult courses can be the first step towards that goal.

Study time is just one day a week (some as little as 3 hours) for between 19 and 40 weeks so the courses can fit in around your current commitments.

Courses are being offered in the following areas: Health and Social Care, IT, Sport, Catering, Beauty Therapy and Accounting, covering topics such

as Dementia Care, Personal Training and Indian Head Massage. Full details of all the courses can be found on the College’s website, www.boston. ac.uk.

To help with the cost, you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan. Your household income isn’t taken into account and there is no credit check. You won’t pay anything back until

you are earning £21,000 a year.

The Learner Services team at the College will be able to help you with all aspects of the Advanced Learner Loan and answer any questions you might have.

So why wait until September to start a course when you can begin training towards a new career as early as January 4th?

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Funerals

Writing a Eulogy Funerals are often remembered on account of the words that are spoken within the frame of a personal recollection. A Eulogy is a recount of someone’s life, as told by friends and family. It need not be long but contain enough references to be substantive to the listener. More than one person can stand in front of a congregation to read it out.

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eading out a Eulogy is probably the best way of saying Goodbye, by heralding achievements and moments in a person’s life that should be celebrated for all time.

How do you choose a person to read the Eulogy? It could be a friend or a family member, that is confident enough to read it out aloud. It is an honour to be chosen.

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have so little time to recount the best of all of someone’s character traits. As you talk to friends and family and the info starts to build up and stories, anecdotes and pictures are added you will start to see the basis of the Eulogy forming in your mind. Parts that will create a laugh, another aspect a tear and jog people’s memories into remembering the person they knew best.

People will hear the same words but they will each take something different from hearing it.

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This is not a Best Man’s Speech for a Wedding, obviously. That doesn’t mean you can’t make people laugh however. It is up to you to judge how receptive those at the funeral service will be to your sense of humour. You can set the tone and be serious throughout or split half way through and offer a smile. Happy anecdotes, poignant memories of struggles with a happy endings, even jokes can be welcomed.

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If it’s an extra bathroom you are after, may be you can take some room from a larger bedroom or put a sink in the current bedrooms? Have you thought about having a separate the bath from the shower so several people can use it at the same time (if that works for you and your family!). For several thousand pounds you could easily fund an extra shower and loo and it will probably add value to your home too, improving the equity levels and in some cases this may even mean getting a better mortgage deal in the future!

Extra rooms can be added and put in the garden, over a garage, or at the back of your home if you have the space for less than £10,000 so it’s worth considering and chatting through these options with a builder before taking the plunge into marketing your home.  When thinking about having any home improvements carried out, arrange for a free no obligation meeting to discuss your project and what you wish to achieve from the alterations.

It’s always a good idea to obtain details of all alterations in writing in the form of a contract so there can be no misunderstandings. In particular, I’d advise that you discuss the timescales that each alteration requires as these could affect your daily routines - e.g. electricity and water disconnections, or having to book time off work. Finally, ensure you allow plenty of time to think carefully about what changes you want to make - your new design needs to meet your exact requirements to fit in with your life.

If you do decide to move, you need to try and make the home as easy to clear up and clean as possible. You may only get 30 minutes notice for a viewing, or if you are out during the day and the agent wants to show someone round, the place needs to be really tidy every time you step out the door. It can

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You are not shattered when you arrive at your new home so you tend to unpack more quickly and get back to normal life. Many even offer an unpacking service too but for me, I like to put things where I want them to go from the start.

Have you thought about part exchange if you are trading up? And especially if you are buying a brand new home as you may get a good deal. Alternatively, if you have found ‘the house of your dreams’ and you can afford to do so, think about renting the one you currently own to buy a new one and then you can sell when you are ready as holding chains together can be a deal breaker – however be aware second home ownership will increase the stamp duty rate you pay.

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McLaren’s 570GT is one of the best cars the British firm makes and it’s undeniably the most multitalented sports car, too. You can probably tell I was utterly blown away with the 570GT when I tested it on British bitumen recently. Fundamentally, McLaren has taken the awesome 570S and has injected it with an extra dose of civility. The result is the 570GT – a machine that’s as refined as possible without swapping for a smaller power unit and additional seats.

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The engine, normally on display in the McLaren 570S, is tastefully concealed under a leather floor in the 570GT. While, inside, the car gets extra soundproofing, soft-close doors and electric heated seats. If that’s not enough to start justifying those letters ‘G’ and ‘T’, the 570GT is equipped with a more hushed exhaust system and softer suspension. The steering is also milder than the 570S’.

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FAST FACTS (McLaren 570GT as tested ) motorway cruising din is subdued enough so that your ears don’t bleed.

But, just because you could use the GT on a daily basis doesn’t mean this is a lacklustre McLaren. Oh no. In every other way, the 570GT does everything else a full-fat McLaren does. And, most importantly, it looks one of the meanest, sexiest cars out there. It’s a major head-turner, that’s for sure.

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Regardless of the additional luxuries added to the GT, this McLaren’s cabin stays broadly the same as in the 570S’. It’s a work of genius in contemporary sports car interior design and a long way from the chaotic buttonfest of the Ferrari 488 or the unemotional ambience in Porsche’s 911 Turbo. You sit near to the ground but erect in the 570GT, so visibility is very good. And, as mentioned earlier, it’s comfortable enough to be used as a real-world form of transport.

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While the alterations from the 570S to GT could be seen as fairly minor, they make a substantial difference to the McLaren driving experience. The British sports car maker has constructed a machine that is as calm as possible, without kicking any of the theatre to the kerb.

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January Entertainment Guide CLUBS • GROUPS • CLASSES

v Monday

9.30am Teddies Tunes, Kirton Town Hall, Station Road, Kirton. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 9.30am, 10.30am, 4.15pm and 7.30pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, The Old School, St Marys Church,Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Yoga & Yoga Nidraat Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space, Call Jayne07805 039 099, jayne@ mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am - 11.00am, Tai Chi, St Thomas Church Hall, London Road, T: 07789 893853 W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Conservative Club, 16 Main Ridge Boston.

T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.15am Music Bugs, Blackfriars Theatre, Boston, T: 0844 5781015, E: sarah@musicbugs.co.uk, W: www.musicbugs.co.uk 1.30pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk - (excluding Bank Holidays) Kirton Town Hall Station Rd Kirton.T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:45pm-4:30pm Short Mat Bowls Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: S Maddy 01205 365250 2-4pm Monday and Tuesday, Art with Paul, classic, modern all styles welcome every to book call 01205 837172 2pm to 3pm Gentle Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 5.00pm - 9.00pm: Children and Teen Ballet Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 6.00pm – 6.45pm Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Children’s beginners class. 3 Merlin Terrace, Marsh Lane, Boston, PE21 7SB. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on mobile: 07710444662 or email: kuksoolwonboston@gmail.com 7.00pm - 7.45pm Ladies Belly Dance, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325.

W: www. ajdance.com 7.30pm Badminton, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston, T: 01205 367167 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training and agility, Leverton. T: Nicki 01205 480869 7.30pm – 8.45pm - Kuk Sool Won Martial Arts School, Adult class, Boston High School, Spilsby Road, Boston, PE21 9PF. Contact Principal Instructor Sonny Boyall on 07710 444662 8.00pm - 8.45pm Zumba, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3 per session.

T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.45pm - 9.30pm BurleX Fitness AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. £3.50 per session. T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com

v Tuesday

9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Danny Flear Community Centre, Frieston. Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families.

T: 01205 367004 10.00am – 11.00am Tai Chi, Conservative Club, Main Ridge West, T:07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 10.00am – 12.00pm, Tuesday Club, for art, painting, cookery etc, Unitarian Church, Spayne Road, Boston, (near the Gliderdrome), T: 07857625792, E: rogers1emma@sky.com 10.00am – 4.00pm, Country Roads Quilters, Sibsey Village hall, T: 01205 750562 10.00am – 12.00pm Short Health Walk - Boston Library County Hall T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30- 12 noon Boston Parkinsons Café, third Tuesday of every month, St

Barnabas day Hospice, Green Lane, Boston PE21 9ND. Contact 01205 366036 or 01205 760129 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 10.30 - 11.30 & 11.30 - 12.30 Tuesday & Thursday Twistercise 60’s & 70’s dance workout at Boston Body Hub Unit 2 20 Wide Bargate near the park entrance come and sing and dance yourself fit, to book call Debbie on 01205 837172.

12.30pm - 3.00pm and 7.00pm Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 2.00pm – 4.00pm Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 4.45pm - 7.45pm: Children and Teen Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance.com 6pm to 7pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.00pm - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt.

W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.30pm Salsa Class –£5, Conservative Club Boston, all levels catered for, T: Emma 01205 351680 7.45pm - 8.30pm: Adult Tap Dancing Class T: 01205 352104 W: www.ajdance. com

of every month, Boston Body Hub 07568387809 2-4pm Wednesday, Craft club, papier Mache, dough dolls, knitting and much more call 01205 837172 2.00pm – 3.30pm Short Health Walk, Mayfields Broadfield Lane Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01025 354320 2.00pm – 4.00pm Blackfriars WI afternoon meeting. 3rd Wednesday of the month at the Len Medlock Centre Boston.

T: 01205 368549 5.00pm - 9.15 pm: Teen and Adult Dance Classes, AJ Dance, Spayne Road, Boston. T: 01205 352104 W: www. ajdance.com 7.00pm-9.00pm Boston Art Group, Centenary Church Hall.

7.00pm to 9.00pm. Martial Art/Self Defence Class at Haven Academy, Marian Rd Boston. First class is FREE. T: Stuart Lawson 07792 937930 E: stuartlawson@tiscali.co.uk W: www.issogaitaijutsu.yolasite.com 7.00pm - 9.00pm Knitting & Crochet Class for all levels. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 for details. Every last Wednesday in the month 7.15pm to 8.30pm Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 7.15 - 9.30pm Womens Institute, We meet on the second Wednesday of the month between 7.15 and 9.30pm at Sibsey Northlands Hall, T: 01205 750562 7.30pm Sarber Dog Training, Eastville.

T: Nicki 01205 480869 8.00pm - 11.00pm - Social Club for Divorced, Separated and Widowed – Queen of Spades, Wellington Road, Boston, T: 07842 543499

v Wednesday

9.30am - Teddies Tunes - Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston.

Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 9.30am - 11.30am, Drop-In for Coffee and Chat, Zion Methodist Church, Brothertoft Road, Boston T: 01205 369731, W: www.zionmethodistchurch-boston. co.uk 10.00am to 11am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 10am -12pm Boston writers group, every fortnight. White Hart Hotel, Glass Room, Mr Dolby – 01205 360686 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk, Swineshead Church Hall, Market Place, Swineshead, T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.00am-12.30am - Scrapbooking Workshop - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10.30am–12.30pm Art Classes, Ceramics, Oil and Pastel 1pm-4pm and 7pm- 9pm. Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 12.00pm - 3.00pm Knitting & Craft Club. The Design Studio, Antons Gowt.

T: Joyce 01205 280276 1:00 - 2:00pm, Tai Chi, Boston Body Control Studio, The Old School, Saint Mary’s Church, Horncastle Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 1.00pm – 3.00pm Boston Art Group, Wings Meadow, Frieston Rd. Boston 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk St Thomas Church Hall London Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1:30pm - 3:30pm - Caring Companions Boston and District, POP-IN, Pensioners Hall behind Marks and Spencer, T: Jenny 01205 280717 or Alan 01205 871465 6.15pm Line Dancing – Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 6.30pm – 7.30pm Weight Watchers, Community Church Hall, Fishtoft 6.30pm – 8.30pm - Short Mat Bowls, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 751267 6.45pm to 8.15pm Yoga & Yoga Nidra

Boot Camp Work Wednesday and Saturday out at Boston Body Hub. Call Debbie on 01205 837172 Market Day – Louth and Boston 9.30am - Fitness Fusion Class. Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 9.30am Pilates, Boston Control Studio, The Old school, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU T: Sharon 07736 068656 10.00am to 11.30am Mum & Baby Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099. jayne@mindfulofbeing.com 10.00am -2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt. Boston, W: www.thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: 01205 280276 10.00am – 11.00am - Pilates, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 354509 or 07702 520684 10.00am-12.30pm - Crafts With a Cuppa - R U Crafty, 6 George Street, Boston PE21 8XF, £5. T: 01205 317955 10:30am - 12:30pm - Short Health Walk - Zion Methodist Church Brothertoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 10.30am - Ladies Salsa Class - Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 Free Live Music with Pete Wray - Every other Wednesday, Drill Hall, Lincoln T: 01522 873834 10.30am–12.30pm - Art Classes – Oil and Pastel Cherry Holt Studio, Dowdyke Bank, Sutterton. T: Lyndis 01205 460558 11am-12 Wednesday and Sundays 10.30am-11.30am & 11.30am12.30am. Mandala mindful yoga in a relaxing and restful centre, reduce stress and relax. call 01205 837172 10am – 1pm Wood carving workshop Boston Stump 1.30pm-3pm – Crafty Lot! – craft sessions for everyone. First 3 Wednesday each month, Boston body Hub. 07568387809 1.30pm -3pm – Boston Fibromyalgia Group – craft sessions, last Wednesday

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v Thursday

at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road, Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 7pm - 8pm Track Running, PRSA, Boston Triathlon Club, Craig Oliver 01205 363141 7.00 - 8.30pm, Tai Chi, Boston Grammar School, Rowley Road, T: 07789 893 853, W: www.taichilincs.co.uk 7.00pm to 9.00pm SOLO Classical Guitar Ensemble, (monthly), 6 Market Street, Sleaford, Lincs, NG34 7SF. T: 01205 355656 7.00pm - 9.00pm Dressmaking Classes.

The Design Studio, Antons Gowt. W: www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk T: Joann 01205 280276 7.15pm – 10.00pm Amber Hill W.I. 2nd Thursday of every month. Held at “The Loft” Hubberts Bridge Community Centre.

T: Cindy 01205 367890 7.15pm - Fitness Fusion Class – Fun mix of exercise styles to keep you motivated and get fit. Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 7.30 - 8.15 pm: BurleX Fitness, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com 8.15 - 9.00 pm: Zumba, T: 01205 350479/07534 639325 W: www.ajdance.com

v Friday

Market Day – Louth, Alford and Sleaford 9.30am - Teddies Tunes –Zion Methodist Church Hall, Brothertoft Road, Boston.

Music and crafts for the under-fives and their families. T: 01205 367004 10.00am - 2.15pm Dressmaking Classes, Antons Gowt, Boston www. thedesignstudio.vpweb.co.uk, T: 01205 280276 10.00am-1.00pm - New Horizons – for people with mental health problems.

Methodist Church, St Leonards Drive, Chapel St Leonards. T: 07901 611256 10.00am - 12:30pm Short Health Walk - Boston Sports and Social Club Fishtoft Road Boston. T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1pm -3pm Christians Against Poverty (CAP) Job club New Life Community Church in Kirton (Main Road A16 - PE20 1QJ) Tel Carol Lidgett on 07704695870 1.15pm Tiny Toes (18m-3yrs) Wyberton Parish Hall 1:30pm - 3:30pm Short Health Walk, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane Old Leake T: Frances Taylor 01205 354320 1.30pm – 3.30pm - Line-dancing, The Ridlington Rooms 4.30pm - 9.00pm: Belly Dancing and Musical Theatre Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www.ajdance.com 6.00pm Pilates, The Old School, Boston Control Studio, The Old School, St Marys Church, Horncastle Road, Boston. PE21 9BU. T: Sharon 07736 068656 7.00pm – 8.30pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.00pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Mordern Jive, Cha Cha, Merengue. Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners.

T: 07737064128 7.00pm Belly Dance Classes, Kirton Middlecott Sports Centre, T: 01205 355232 or FB Boston Bellydance 7.15pm Dance Party – Every last Friday of the month, 7pm beginners Salsa Lesson, Advanced Salsa lesson. 8.30pm party starts, non-dancers welcome, Rugby Club, Princess Royal Arena. T: 07737 064128 7:30pm - 8:30pm Boston Triathlon Club, Swimming Saturday Prsa 9:am - 10:30am Adult and Junior Cycling & Running, Geoff Moulder, Craig Oliver 01205 363141 7.30pm – 10.00pm, Wrangle Youth Club, Wrangle Youth Centre (PE22 9DL).

T: Jayne 07751 051862 or Jason 07943 512636 7.30pm, Bingo, Sutterton Village Hall, Park Avenue, Sutterton.

T: 01205 460459

v Saturday

Wills Roller disco at Peter Paine Performance Centre. Now open every Saturday, times vary please look at our Facebook page or Call 07501128832 9.00am - 5.30pm: Children’s Dance Classes, T: 01205 352104. W: www. ajdance.com Wedding First Dance Classes - Times to be arranged. Nr Pilgrim, Boston.

T: 07737064128 10.00am – 11.00am Footie Tots, 18 months to 5 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www. cmssports.co.uk 10.00am – 11.30am Soccer Club, 5 to 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Roseberry Avenue, Boston. T: Mark Melson 07740 280652, W: www.cmssports.co.uk 10.00am - 4.00pm Felting. Felting demonstrations & workshops. Antons Gowt, Boston. W: www.thedesignstudio. vpweb.co.uk. T: 01205 280276.

Every first Saturday in the month.

10.30am to 11.30am Yoga at Mindfulofbeing Centre, Tattershall Road Boston. Reserve your space. Call Jayne 07805 039 099, jayne@mindfulofbeing. com 10.30am – 11.30am Go-Ride Cycling for 4 - 14 years, Peter Paine Sports Centre, Rosebery Avenue, Boston, T: 07507 291912, W: www.bostonwheelerscc.org.uk/ goride.htm 10am – 1pm Wood carving workshop Boston Stump 6.30pm – 11.30pm Line Dancing, Sibsey Village Hall, T: 01205 366810 7.30pm till late Dance Party - Every third Saturday of the month. The Witham Tavern, Boston. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome, dancers and non-dancers.

Food available. T: 07737 064128

v Sunday

Fitness Shred Class – Mixture of training level 1, Nr Pilgrim, Boston. T: 07737 064128 2.00pm Sarber Dog Training, Antons Gowt. T: Nicki 01205 480869 6pm Sunday Sound Bathing & relaxation every month at Boston Body Hub call Debbie on 01205 837172 6.30pm Dance Classes – Salsa, Bachata, Tango, Rueda. Upstairs at the White Hart Hotel. No partners needed, 2 left feet welcome and beginners. T: 07737 064128 2pm Country Music Concert – once a month, Old Leake Community Centre Furlongs Lane, Please call for dates.

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