Family Grapevine East South Notts Winter 13

Front Win! Cover A 12 MONTH PASS FOR 2 CHILDREN TO PLAY AT JUNGLETASTIC!

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EAST & SOUTH NOTTS NOV - FEB 14

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WINTER EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

FAMILY TICKETS FOR

VOUCHERS! PARTY TIPS...

FOR A GREAT DAY AND MORE...

BEANBAG MUSIC CLUB PETER PAN & THE SNOWMAN

WIN FAMILY TICKETS!

2 FAMILY PASSES FOR

TO SEE GREASE

THE LOST CITY ADVENTURE GOLF

Things to Do

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Childcare

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Education

PERFORMED BY THE NEW YOUTH THEATRE

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Parties

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Helplines

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Support

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and more...

School Holidays

Christmas Mon 23rd Dec 2013 - Fri 3rd Jan 2014 Half Term Mon 17th Feb - Fri 21st Feb 2014 Easter Mon 7th April - Mon 21st April 2014 May Day Mon 5th May 2014 Half Term Mon 26th May - Fri 30th May 2014 Summer Thurs 24th July - Tues 2nd Sept 2014

Please contact your school to confirm inset day dates

Independent school dates may vary

Hello and welcome to the Winter edition of the Family Grapevine for East & South Notts.

You can find your copy of

It came as a bit of a shock to realise that the FG for West Notts is now 5 years old...where has the time gone!

We’ve come a long way from those early nervous days, now publishing two editions for families in Notts and, thanks to Cathy, providing more and more top notch information both in the magazines and online. Talking of which, look out for our new-look websites!

The Family Grapevine in... schools leisure centres children’s centres libraries playgroups toddler groups health centres soft play centres and more...

Or you can receive your copy in the post by subscribing online.

Once again we have got together with our amazing advertisers to bring you money-saving VOUCHERS on page 11 and great prizes to be won! You can win a 12 month play pass for 2 children for Jungletastic on page 13, family tickets to see Peter Pan, The Snowman and Beanbag Music Club at the Theatre Royal on page 29, family tickets to see Grease by the New Youth Theatre on page 25 or finally, two great family passes to The Lost City Adventure Golf on page 30. Happy comping!!

Have a wonderful winter holiday, Christmas and New Year and don’t forget to look out for our Spring edition in March 2014.

Shirley Towle - Editor ey Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire Shirl Tel: 01773 528927 Email: shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk Web: www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts facebook.com/familygrapevineeastsouthnotts

In This Issue Activities for Children 5-16yrs.......25 Activities For Under 5’s....................11 Antenatal & Postnatal Services..... 9 Baby Groups & Services................... 9 Childcare .............................................14 Children’s Centres ............................10 Daycare Nurseries.............................14 Doctors ................................ see online Family Support & Advice.................. 6 Family Health ....................................... 7 Independent Schools.......................19 Local Services ...................................... 4 Out of School Care............................17

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Now with over 1000 contacts!

Parties....................................................23 Places to Go . ......................................28 Preschools & Playgroups.................16 Schools & Colleges............ see online Soft Play ...............................................13 Special Schools...................................21 Special Families..................................21 Toddler Groups .................................10 Tutoring ...............................................20 What’s On.............................................28 Young People......................................22

Features 8 On the Grapevine 22 Party Tips Local newsy bits and pieces!

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Vouchers!

Big savings for you and your family!

To help make that special day perfect!

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What’s On

Great things to do and places to go

Publication Dates: 1st week in March, July and November Have the Family Grapevine delivered to your door!

Purchase a yearly subscription for £6 and you can receive your copy through the post. Let us know which issues you would like and both your email and postal addresses either by emailing me at the address above or by subscribing online.

Payment can be made via BACS, or by cheque made payable to Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire, or via Paypal (online only)

Next Magazine Our Spring edition will be published in early March 2014. If you run a business or club for families and children in the area and would like a free listing or to advertise, please call Shirley on 01773 528927 or email: shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk or submit your listing online before February 7th... it will be great to hear from you!

For further information, please visit our website and download our media pack.

To include events in the printed What’s On and online events diary please email: cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Scan the code... may the FG be with you!

Winners!

Congratulations to all our competition winners in our Summer ‘13 edition Catherine Hughes won the family ticket for White Post Farm Marie Doherty won the family ticket for 4 to see The Gruffalo’s Child, Karen Kennedy won the family ticket for 4 to see The Butterfly Lion & Vera Wallace won the family ticket for 4 to see Peter Pan, all at the Theatre Royal Nikki Waters, Louisa Marshall, Marion Gold & Hannah Webster won a family ticket each to see Annie Jnr by the New Youth Theatre Claire Miles-Hayler & Gloria Montague-Haynes won a 6 week football course with Soccer Lions and runners up Karen Humble, Manuela Green, Sylvia Marshall & Jess Lane won a Soccer Lions football each. Unfortuntately, due to circumstances beyond our control, these prizes were not available and have been replaced with prizes supplied by Nottingham Forest in the Community, to whom we say a huge thank you!

Thank you to everyone who entered our competitions, sorry you couldn’t all win!

Disclaimer: The Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire is independently owned and part of The Family Grapevine Group operated by Grapevine Magazines Ltd. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means, either wholly or in part, without the prior permission of the publisher. Whilst all reasonable care has been taken in the preparation of the printed material and to ensure the accuracy of its content, no warranty is given as to its correctness. All adverts are submitted and approved by the advertiser and this does not imply a recommendation or necessarily the views of the publisher. You should make your own enquiries and comparisons as with any other form of advertising. I accept no liability for loss, damage or difficulties resulting from contacts made through the directory, from errors or omissions, from claims made by advertisers or from omissions or inaccuracies relating to an advertisment or other entry, regardless of how caused.

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Bulwell • Arnold • Mapperley • Lowdham • Carlton • West Bridgford • Keyworth • Clifton

Local Community

For a free listing or to advertise call 01773 528927 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Local Services Our Tried and Tested Recipes!

Welcome to the second of our collection of easy, quick and affordable recipes for you and your family. These are recipes that have all become firm favourites of our families here at the Family Grapevine and here’s our warm and filling fave for the winter months.

Victim Support Call 0845 30 30 900 West Bridgford Police Station, Rectory Rd, West Bridgford, Call 101 Ext 810 6116

Texas Hash (adapted from a recipe by Jane Todd)

Libraries

Prep time: 20 mins Cook Time: 1hr 15mins Servings: 6

Arnold Library, Front St, Arnold, M&F 9-6, T&Th 9-7, Wed&Sat 9-4, Call 0115 920 2247

Ingredients

Bakersfield Library, Watson Ave, Bakersfield,Mon 1.30-5, Wed 9.30-12.30;1.30-5, Fri 1.30-6,Sat 10-1, Call 0115 915 0199

Olive oil 2 onions chopped 2 peppers chopped 6 oz. mushrooms chopped 1lb minced lamb or beef Tube of tomato puree Tin of chopped tomatoes Tin of red kidney beans 2 teaspoons chilli powder (more or less to taste) 8 oz. easy cook long grain rice Salt and pepper to taste Water

Directions 1. Fry the onions and peppers in a little olive oil until soft. Add the minced lamb and fry until browned, then add the chopped mushrooms and continue to cook for a few minutes.

2. Stir in the tomato puree and chopped tomatoes. Add the mixture to a large ovenproof dish; add the drained red kidney beans and chilli powder.

Newark & Sherwood District Council, Kelham Hall, Kelham, Call 01636 650000 Nottingham City Council, Loxley House, Station St, Nottingham Call 0115 915 5555 Nottinghamshire County Council, Customer Service Call Centre Call 0300 500 80 80 Rushcliffe Borough Council, Community Contact Centre, Rectory Rd, West Bridgford, Call 0115 981 9911

Registration & Naming Basford Register Office, Highbury Rd, Bulwell,M-Th 9-4.30; F 9-4; 1st Thurs of month 2-4.30, Call 0300 5008080

Voluntary Work With Children Literacy Volunteers for Helping Primary School Children, Call 0115 876 5474

Family Friendly Business Opportunities Amy’s Books, Be your Own Boss Selling Usborne books. Very low Start-up Fee. Call 07806 318789 Barefoot Books Requires Leaders. Full training & Support Call 07595 628379 Host an Usborne Book Party with Ingrid West, Hostess Gift, Call 07981 815756

Central Library, Angel Row, Nottingham.

Mon-Thurs 9-7, Fri 9-5.30, Sat 9-4, Call 0115 915 2828

PartyLite Consultants & Leaders Needed, Notts/Derby all Areas. For Sarah Call 01773 760034

Arnold CAB, Gedling Borough Council Offices, Arnot Hill Park, Arnold, Drop in Fri 9.30-15.30,

Clifton Library, Southchurch Dr, M/T/F 9.30-6; W&S 9.30-1; Th9.30-7, Call 0115 915 2945

The Utility Warehouse, No Stock to Buy, Free Training, Hours to Suit, Call 07973 662093

Gedling Library, Wollaton Ave, Gedling, Tu 9.30-12.30, Th 2-6, Sat 9.30-1, Call 0115 987 6886

Food for Families

Bereavement Advice Centre, What to Do When Someone Dies, Call 0800 634 9494 Bestwood Advice Centre, 21 Gainsford Cres, Bestwood Est, Mon-Fri 9-4.30, Call 0115 962 6519 Bulwell Advice Centre, 21A Merchant St, Bulwell, Call 0115 915 1500 Edwards Lane CAB, Community Centre, Alderton Rd, Drop in Tue & Fri 9.30-14.30,

Keyworth Library, Church Dr, Mon 9 -12.30, 2-5; Tues/Thurs 9- 12.30, 2-7.00; Fri 9-12.30, Call 0115 937 3509 Lowdham Library, Main St, Lowdham, Th 2-7; Sat 9-1, Call 0115 966 4348

Friary Drop In Centre, 46 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, Mon/Wed/Fri 9-1, Call 0115 982 5448

Mapperley Library, Westdale Lane, Mapperley, Mon 1-6.30, T,Th&Sat 9.30-1, Wed&Fri 2-5, Call 0115 962 1224

Netherfield CAB, Victoria Rd, Netherfield, Thurs 9.30-12.30, Call Netherfield CAB

Radcliffe on Trent Library, New Rd, Mon 9-7; Tues & Sat 9-1; Th 9-5, Call 0115 933 2312

Carlton Registration Office, Fairdale House, 47 Station Rd, Carlton, Appt only, M/W/F 9-1; 1-3.30; Tues 9-2, Call 0300 500 80 80..

West Bridgford Advice Centre, St. Giles Church Hall, Stratford Rd, West Bridgford, Wed 9.30-12.30, Call 0115 982 1475

Rushcliffe Registration Office, Bridgford Rd, West Bridgford, Appt only: M-Th 9-4.30; Fri 9-4, Call 0300 500 80 80

Calverton Library, St. Wilfred’s Sq, M 9.30-12.30 & 1.30-6; W 9.30-12.30 & 1.30-7; F 2-5; Sat 9.30-12.30, Call 0115 965 2580

St John Ambulance, County HQ, Valley Rd, Basford, Call 0115 978 4625

Citizens Advice Bureaux and Advice Centres

Nottingham & District CAB, 32-36 Carrington St, Appt only, M/T/Th/F 10-2; W 1-4, Call 0844 848 7997;

Nottinghamshire County Council, Naming Ceremonies, Various Venues, Call 0300 500 80 80

Burton Joyce Library, Meadow Lane, M&S 9.30-1; W 9.30-1 & 2-7; Th 2-4.30; F 9.30-1 & 2-4.30, Call 0115 931 3360

Parent Partnership Svc, Supporting Parents of SEN/Disabled Children, Call 0115 948 2888

Market Teens, Rushcliffe, An Opportunity for Young People to get a FREE Stall to Make Money. Call 0115 914 8315

Bingham Registration Office, The Court House, Church St, Tues am/pm & Thurs pm, Call 0300 500 80 80

Nottingham Register Office, Council House, Old Market Sq, Appt only, M-F 9-4.30, Call 0115 841 5554

Bulwell Riverside Library, Main St, Bulwell, Mon-Fri 8-8, Sat 8-4, Call 0115 883 3500

Home-Start Nottingham, Volunteers Needed to Support Families with Under 5’s, Call 0115 962 4262

Carlton Library, Manor Rd, Carlton, M&Th 9.30-7, Tue 9.30-6, Sat 9.30-1, Call 0115 987 0276

5. Season and serve with a crispy green salad and warm bread.

Gedling Borough Council, Civic Centre, Arnot Hill Park, Arnold, Call 0115 901 3901

Bingham Library, Eaton Place, M 9-1; Tues&Thurs 9-7; W 9-12; Sat 9-4, Call 01949 837 905

Family Lives, Volunteers Needed to Support Local Families, Call 01623 494320

Independent Phoenix Traders, Flexible Hours. Low Cost Start-Up, Call 07890 806943

4. Stir well and cook in a preheated oven for 1 hour and 15mins at 180 deg, stirring occasionally and making sure the mixture does not burn or stick.

Local Councils

Basford Library, Vernon Rd, Basford, M 2-5, T&Th 10-5.30, Sat 10-1, Call 0115 915 5797

Voluntary Work

Carlton Hill Library, Carlton Hill, M2-5, Wed,Fri &Sat 9-1, Call 0115 987 3050

3. Measure the volume of the rice before adding to the mixture, and then add twice that volume of water.

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Oxclose Lane Police Station, Oxclose Ln, Arnold, Call 101 Ext 803 4116

Police and Crime Prevention Bulwell Police Station, Gilead St, Bulwell, Call 101 Ext 855 4961 Carlton Police Station & Divisional HQ, Cavendish Rd, Carlton, Call 101 Ext 811 6616 Nottinghamshire Crimestoppers, Call 0800 555 111

Ruddington Library Church St, Tues & Thurs 9-1 & 2-6; Fri 9-1 & 2-5; Sat 9-1, Call 0115 921 2309 Sherwood Library, Spondon St, Sherwood, M&F 9.30-7, Tu&W 9.30-6, Sat 9.30-4, Call 0115 915 1155 Southglade Park Library, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, M,T&Th 9.30-5.30, Fri 1-6, Sat 9.30-4, Call 0115 915 5799 West Bridgford Library,Bridgford Rd, West Bridgford, M&Th 9.30-7, T&F 9.30-6, W&Sat 9.30-4, Call 0115 981 6506 Woodthorpe Library, Wensley Rd, Woodthorpe, Mon&Wed 2-6.30, Fri 10-1;2-5, Call 0115 926 6900

Bingham Farmer’s Market, The Market Place, 3rd Sat monthly, Call 0785 6599 424 Francique Caribbean, Authentic Caribbean Cuisine Delivered to Your Door Call 0115 9602 323 Netherfield Food Market, Town Centre, 3rd Sat of month, Nottingham Farmer’s Market, Market Square, 3rd Fri & Sat monthly, 9am-4pm, Call 01623 882200 Parsnips and Pears Deliver Fresh, Seasonal, Affordable, Local Produce to Your Door, Call 0115 822 8622 West Bridgford Farmers Market, Central Ave, 2nd & 4th Sat monthly, Call 01664 822 114

Family Finances & Law Hopkins Solicitors for Collaborative Family Law & legal Expertise, Call 0115 910 5555 Step Change Debt Charity, Free Debt Advice & Help, Call 0800 138 1111 Use Notts Mediation: Resolve Separation & Divorce Amicably, tel 01623 645 868 or Call 0115 910 5555

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Marketplace Making learning music fun!

ADVERTISE HERE FOR AS LITTLE AS

Claire & Linda's

Homemade Quilts & More... made to order, unique just for you!

£37!

Interactive Educational music app Boys and Girls 6 to 10 years Suitable for SEN children Available at the App Store or Google Play www.percussionrooms.co.uk FREE to download

01773 528927 Craft Fairs UK at

Rushcliffe Arena,

Rugby Road, West Bridgford NG2 7HY

Sunday 8th December 10am - 3pm WINTER WONDERLAND With a HUGE Selection of Arts - Crafts - Gifts Santa’s Grotto & Entertainment

Quilts (from moses baskets to king size) Knitted baby blankets Personalised pillows Personalised Santa sacks Table runners and placemats

07923 932742

Claire@homemadequilts.co.uk www.homemadequilts.co.uk

Sunday 1st June 2014 10am - 3pm

Puzzle Cottage Murals

ARTS - CRAFTS - GIFTS not on the high street items

Sunday 7th September 2014 10am - 3pm ARTS - CRAFTS - GIFTS not on the high street items

Handpainted designs of your choice

Stallholders please book via website:

07929 268265

£20 per 6ft space - OWN 6FT TABLE REQUIRED www.craftfairsuk.co.uk/index.php/stallholders

Family Support Childrenswear

Family Photographers

Arella-Baby, Unique Babywear & Gifts from Vintage Finds & Funky Fabrics, Call 0772 0392 942

Baby Whisper, Sarah Wilkes, One of the UK’s leading Newborn & Child Photographers, Call 07790 158741

isobel & henry, Melton Rd, West Bridgford, Childrenswear Boutique, 0-15yrs Call 01159 455119 JoJo Maman BeBe, The Poultry, Fabulous Maternity/Baby/Children’s Clothing & Nursery Equipment, Call 01159 586610 Kiddicare, Castle Marine Retail Park, Maternity/Baby/Childrenswear/ Equipment, Call 0845 164 700

Elisa Jones Photography, Outdoor Family Portraits at Affordable Prices, Call 07913 108535 Nottingham Family Portraits, Natural Light Lifestyle Photography, Newborns | Children | Families, Call 07900 884449 www.NottinghamFamilyPortraits.com

Calverton Community Toy Library at Baptist Church Hall, The Nook, Mon 1.30-3pm, Thurs 9.30-11am, Call 07973 220052

Children’s Society, Help & Understanding for Children, Call 0115 942 2974

Play on the Wildside, Bulwell Hall Park,0-5 yr Tues 9.30-11; 5-13yr W&F 4-6; Sat 11-3, Call 0115 975 3898

Families Anonymous, Families Affected

by Drug Use Helpline, Call 0845 1200 660

Playworks, Alfred St North, Nottm, Call 0115 958 9199 St. Albans Mother Toddler Group & Toy Library, St. Albans Infant & Nursery School, Nottm, Call 0115 913 3336

Oehlers Photography, Weddings/ Lifestyle Portraits, Bumps to Babies, Call 01332 871654

The Little Shoe Company, Gordon Rd, West Bridgford, Quality Fitted Kids Shoes, Call 0115 981 2698

Play Forums & Craft Stores

Red Feather Photography, Family/Baby/ Child Portaits & Nursery Photographic Service, Call 0115 926 8838

Gedling Play Forum, Wollaton Ave Community Centre, Gedling, Equipment Hire/Scrap Store Call 0115 956 0673

Schoolwear

Saul Isaac Photgraphy, Ruddington, Family Portraits at Affordable Prices, Call 0115 921 3100

Rushcliffe Play Forum, Keyworth Primary School, Scrap Store/Art & Craft Shop/Equipment Hire/Training Call 0115 937 4589

Easy2Name, You Name it and We Will Solve your Labelling Problems, Call 01635 298 326

Children’s Furniture & Equipment Bristols Early Days, Sutton-inAshfield, The Nursery & Toy Specialist, Call 01623 554227 Diddyland, Mapperley, Everything You Could Ever Need from New Born to Toddlers, Call 0115 962 3000

Books, Toys and Gifts Barefoot Books- Book your Fairytales & Cocktails Party! Call 07595 628379 Little Duck Creations, Beautiful Nursery Art, www.littleduckcreations.co.uk, Call 01949 842 714 PaperGekko for Personalised Children’s Stationery & Gifts, www.papergekko. co.uk Smallprint Gifts, Hand-crafted Fine Silver Jewellery Pieces Touched by Someone you Love, Call 07807 870297

Child and Family Welfare Action for Young Carers, Support for Young Carers & Families Call 0115 962 9351 Al-Anon Family Groups, Supports Family/ Friends of Alcoholics Call 0207 403 0888 Alateen, Supports Young People Affected by Alcoholism, 12-17 Call 020 7407 0215

Home-Start Nottingham, Free Confidential Family Support for Families with Under 5’s, Call 0115 962 4262 Midlands Women’s Aid, (Domestic Violence Helpline), Call 0115 925 7647 Missing People 24hr Helpline, Support/Sightings & to Report Call Freefone 116 000 Missing People’s Message Home, Confidential Help/Adv, Call Freefone 116 000 Nottinghamshire Family Information Service, Call 08449 80 80 80 NSPCC, Nat. Soc. for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children, Call if you are Worried About a Child, Call 0800 800 5000 Relate, Relationship CounsellingIndividuals/Couples/Families Call 0115 950 7836 Samaritans, 24 hr Support for Distress or Suicidal Despair, Call 08457 90 90 90 Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Gedling, Call 0115 854 6000

Child Exploitation & Online Protection, Report Online Abuse, www.ceop.police.uk

Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Newark & Sherwood, Call 01636 650 000 Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Rushcliffe, Call 0115 914 1500 Women’s Aid, National Domestic Abuse Free 24hr Helpline, Call 0808 2000 247

Murals and Painted Furniture

The Baby Bakery, Baby Nappy Cakes, Towel Cakes, Pamper Cakes & More!

Call 07528 483109

Puzzle Cottage Murals, Individual Artwork & Airbrushing, Call 07929 268265

Toy Libraries

CHILDLINE, Free & Confidential National Helpline & Advice for Children, Call 0800 1111

Bulwell Community Toy Library, Norwich Gdns, Bulwell, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 975 3898

Childnet International, Adv on Keeping Children Safe Online, www.childnet.com,

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FAME, Family Mediation Service, Help in Family Disputes, Call 0115 985 8855

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Family Support & Health Parenting Courses and Advice

Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Men Behaving Dadly, Once a Month, Call 0115 883 0840

Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, W Bridgford, Little Stars for Parents/ Carers U25, Alt Thu 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 969 4480

Notts Dads Forum, 4 Parents/Carers of Children with Autism, facebook.com/ nottsdadsforum

Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, Support for Young Parents 14-19yrs, Call 0115 876 470 Family Lives-Freephone Helpline & Listening Service for Parents, Call 0808 800 2222

Stay At Home Dads, Dad’s Views/ Chat/News/Support or Rant! www. stayathomedads.co.uk

One Parent Families Gingerbread, Advice & Support for Single Parents, Call 0808 802 0925

Instructions Not Included, Parentcraft & Antenatal Workshops, Call 0793 527 4656

National Assoc of Widows, Offers Comfort & Friendship, Call 024 7663 4848

Natural Birthing Company, HypnoBirthing®, Labour, Birth & Practical Parenting Sessions, Call 07702 860888

National Council for the Divorced, Separated & Widowed, Call 01909 532 160

NCT Antenatal Classes, Postnatal Support Helpline, Call 0300 330 0700

National Council for the Divorced, Separated & Widowed, Liberal Club Arnold, Thurs 8pm Call 0115 914 1076

Young Parent Support, Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Bestwood, Wed pm, 16-25yrs, Call 0115 915 9152

Nottm Roundabout Club, Sherwood, for Single People 50+ Call 0115 920 0164

Dads!

Single Parent Travel Club for Families of all Ages, www.sptc.org.uk

Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, W Bridgford, Dad’s Group, 1st Sat mth 10-12pm, Call 0115 969 4480

Fostering and Adoption

Dad’s Group at Killisick Children’s Centre Monthly 3rd Sat 9.30-11.30am, Call 0115 916 5010

Core Assets Fostering Call 0800 169 8388

Adopt Together, Adoption Service of Faith in Families: www.faithinfamilies.org

Families Need Fathers, Keeping Parents & Children in Contact, Call 0300 0300 363

Fostering in Nottinghamshire, for Enquiries & Information Call 0845 301 8899

Father’s Group, Bulwell Riverside, Main St, Mon 9.30-11.30am, Call 0115 883 3500

Notts County Council, for Enquiries & Discussion About Adoption, Call 0845 301 2288

Bereaved Parents Child Death Helpline, All Affected by the Death of a Child, Call 0808 800 6019 Cruse Bereavement Care, National Helpline for Bereavement Support, Call 0844 477 9400 SANDS Helpline, Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Support, Call 020 7436 5881 The Miscarriage Assoc. Support & Advice Helpline, Call 01924 200799

Family Health and Wellbeing Alcoholics Anonymous, Adv/Help/ Support to Give Up Alchohol Call 0845 769 7555 Bliss, Premature & Sick Babies, Support/ Advice Helpline Call 0500 618 140

PASIC, Parents Assoc for Children Diagnosed with Cancer, Call 0787 422 3462 Quitline, Help & Support to Stop Smoking, Call 0800 00 22 00 Registered Homeopath Offers Safe Natural medicine for All Ages, Call 0115 841 8110 The Anaphylaxis Campaign, Extreme Allergic Reaction Helpline Call 01252 542029 The Meningitis Trust, Info/Support/ Counselling Helpline, Call 0808 80 10 388

Hospitals and NHS Direct City Hospital Campus, Hucknall Rd, Nottingham, Call 0115 969 1169 NHS Direct, 24 Hr Illness Advice & Info Helpline,www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk, Call 111

Breast Cancer Care, Info/Support for Anyone Affected by Breast Cancer, Call 0808 800 6000

Nottingham Woodthorpe Hospital, Mansfield Rd, Woodthorpe, Call 0115 920 9209

Breathe Easy, Support Group for All Affected by Lung Disease Call 03000 030 555

QMC Campus, Derby Rd, Nottingham, Call 0115 924 9924

Macmillan Cancer Support, Living with Cancer - Emotional & Financial Support Call 0808 808 00 00 New Leaf, Free Advice & Support for Smokers who Want to Quit, Call 0800 389 7712 Nottingham Support Group for Carers of Children with Eczema, Call 0115 926 9996

The Park Hospital, Burntstump Country Park, Arnold, Call 0115 966 2000

Health Centres Bingham Health Centre, Eaton Place Call 01949 872770 Bulwell Riverside Health Centre, Main St, Bulwell, Call 0115 883 3500 Carlton Health Centre, 61 Burton Rd, Carlton, Call 0115 961 7616

For a free listing or to advertise call 01773 528927 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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On the Grapevine...

Good news! We are on TV!

Exciting news for ‘Jo Jingles’!!! The music and movement group for babies and pre-school children have been so successful in raising money for the BBC Children In Need Appeal that the BBC have now named them ‘Corporate partners/official supporters’ of the appeal. “We are so proud of this acknowledgment!” says Gaynor Smith who runs the Nottingham franchise. “The appeal are so delighted with our work! During the last 9 years children and families attending Jo Jingles classes around the country have helped to raise over £650,000 for the charity!!

Gaynor, is currently busy getting all the children and parents involved again.

She and her teachers will be running a sponsored ‘singalong’ during all classes the week of Children In Need.

‘Jo Jingles had a Teddy’ is a special adaption of the song ‘Miss Polly had a dolly’ and the children will be learning all the actions with the help of ‘Jo’ and getting sponsored by family and friends to perform the song during that week!

Free Nutrition Workshops & Courses!

The County Health Partnerships Nutrition and Dietetics Team provide

free Nutrition workshops and courses to groups across Gedling, Broxtowe, Rushcliffe, Ashfield, Mansfield & Newark and Sherwood.

These include: * 4 Week Cook4Life courses * Healthy school weeks * One off sessions around a topic tailored to your group such as Eatwell, budget cooking, weaning, fussy/faddy eaters and family cooking * Training on a variety of topics which can be delivered in your workplace, including Eatwell, Obesity Management and Childhood Nutrition * Workplace health sessions on topics such as healthy eating, healthy lunchboxes/snacks or weight management If you would like more information about our service, or would like to book a workshop or course for a group please contact us on:

BBC 1 are so thrilled with Jo Jingles Nottingham’s efforts that they have invited Gaynor and her ‘Jinglers’ to perform the song on the live lunchtime show on Friday 15th November. Tune in and sing along with them at 1.30pm!

Telephone- 01623 785183 Email- Eatwell.notts@nottshc. nhs.uk Or visit our website for lots of tips, recipes and advice around food and nutrition

For more information call Gaynor on 0870 900 4567

www.jojingles.com/nottingham

Totally Scrum-ptious! escabeche sponsors West Bridgford Youth Rugby escabeche, West Bridgford’s freshly cooked tapas bar and restaurant, is proudly supporting local sport by agreeing an exciting sponsorship deal with West Bridgford Rugby Club’s Youth. The sponsorship will see the escabeche logo emblazoned across WBRFC’s website and pitchside hoardings, youth team shirts and balls. escabeche co-owner Jon Perkins enthused: “We’re an independent business based in West Bridgford, so supporting a local club makes perfect sense. Sincerely, it’s smashing to know that we are a part of a brilliant organisation that helps kids get out there and work up an appetite every Sunday morning, hopefully ahead of an hearty escabeche Sunday lunch!”

West Bridgford Rugby Club Youth Team Coach Clive Hewitt added: “It was great when escabeche approached us about sponsoring youth rugby. At youth team level, every penny is needed for balls, equipment, ground upkeep etc., so it makes a real difference when a local business puts their hand in their pocket and supports our organisation. We’re extremely grateful and hope this can be a mutually beneficial, long term agreement.”

As well as a financial contribution, escabeche is also offering members of West Bridgford Rugby Club a 10% reduction off their main menu between Monday and Thursday.

About escabeche escabeche tapas bar and restaurant is open every day from 10am serving freshly cooked tapas dishes influenced by the flavours of the Mediterranean. On Sunday afternoon, escabeche serve traditional favourites with a Mediterranean twist and on Sunday evenings, there’s live acoustic music by Nottingham’s finest musicians.

For more information visit: www.escabeche.co.uk

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Getting hitched with Clip Clop Pony Rides!

This year Debbie and the team have been busier than ever with their adorable ponies. They have two new ponies, Little Bobby a Shetland pony, and Ronnie, a beautiful grey pony with a spotty nose. Over the summer they have attended many events including Newark and Notts County show, York Racecourse Family Day and been very busy at Wheelgate Adventure Park where the ponies give rides every weekend and everyday in the school holidays.

Their pretty grey (white) ponies have attended several weddings this year, and Kevin was invited to be the special guest at a wedding at Woodborough Hall!

New for 2014, they will be offering something very unique for your special wedding day. Invite one of their beautiful ponies to be the ring bearer! They can then stay at your wedding to give pony rides to the bridesmaids and children at the wedding. Check out the website for more details or contact Debbie for a no obligation chat on 01623 750936 or 07985 430176 www.clipclopponyrides

Santa comes to Ferry Farm Park What could make Christmas more magical than a visit to see Santa himself? A traditional Santa’s Grotto will be set up at Ferry Farm Park and Restaurant; open at weekends from 23rd November up to and including Monday 23rd December 2013. There will also be Christmas craft activities with elves available during peak times and special late night opening to see the park transformed into a magical wonderland. You can enjoy the spectacle with mulled wine, mince pies and open turkey & cranberry sandwiches!

Ferry Farm Park is currently open Thurs-Sun and visiting Santa is included with the entrance ticket. A top quality present from Santa’s sack (such as Hello Kitty Fallen Angel or Ice Age Characters) is only £5 extra.

For more information visit www.ferryfarm.co.uk

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Antenatal & Postnatal Support and Baby Groups

The Birthing Womanncy Yoga in Pregna

With former Nurse-Midwife, Birth Doula and experienced British Wheel of Yoga teacher

Wendy Coe

Enjoy the gifts of yoga to support and strengthen yourself during this precious time

Tel: 0115 925 1938

www.yogainpregnancy.co.uk Health Centres Contd.

Clifton Cornerstone Community Centre, Southchurch Dr, Clifton, Call 0115 878 6223 Park House Medical Centre, Burton Rd, Carlton Call 0115 940 4555 St. Mary’s Medical Centre, Old Farm Rd, Top Valley, Nottm, Call 0115 927 6038 The Health Centre, Main Rd, Radcliffe-onTrent Call 0115 933 2948 West Bridgford Medical Centre, 97 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, Call 0115 883 7380

First Aid Training for Parents and Carers British Red Cross, Courses Held at Various Venues, Call 01629 582 171 NCT, West Bridgford, Bespoke Baby First Aid Courses, To Book E: nottsnctfirstaid@ yahoo.co.uk St John Ambulance, County HQ, Valley Rd, Basford & Mansfield, Call 0115 978 4625 TPM First Aid Training, Training & Courses for Groups, Parents & Carers Call 07968 269861

Antenatal Services & Support Ace Babes Family Network, Families After Assisted Conception Call 0800 008 7464 Action on Pre Eclampsia, Support & Information Helpline, Call 020 8427 4217 Baby Daze, Private Support & Advice for Feeding & Sleeping, 1-to-1/Small Groups, Call 07967 252784 Instructions Not Included, Parentcraft & Antenatal Workshops, Call 0793 527 4656 Natural Birthing Company, HypnoBirthing®, Labour, Birth & Practical Parenting Sessions, Call 07702 860888 NCT, Helping to Prepare for Birth and Parenthood Call 0844 243 6000

Antenatal & Postnatal Wellbeing Bump to Babe, Fitness & Pilates Classes for Pregnant Women from 12-40 weeks, Lady Bay/W Bridgford Call 07747 656550

CoreBaby, Mum & Baby Pilates Classes for New Mums and their Babies, Lady Bay/W Bridgford Call 07747 656550 Daisy Birthing, Movement, Relaxation & Active Birth Classes in West Bridgford & Bingham, Call 07762 092022 kate-flint@lazydaisybirthing.co.uk Fit Bumps Fit Mums Antenatal Classes, Kirkby, Sutton & Selston, Call 07877 083101 Fit Bumps Fit Mums, Mums & Babies Buggy Push, Kirkby, Hucknall & Mapperley, Call 07877 083101 Flutterbye Babies, Pregnancy Yoga 16wks-Birth, Classes Throughout Notts, Call 07841 335285 MamaBabyBliss, Pregnancy Yoga & Massage, Chilwell/West Bridgford, Call 07561 303780 Mummies and Buggies, Indoor Buggy Classes for New Mums and their Babies, Lady Bay/W Bridgford Call 07747 656550

Midwives and Doulas Birth by Design Doula Services, Helping to Take the ‘Fear’ Out of Birthing, Call 0794 402 1615 Happymummy - Experienced Help & Support for New Mums Call 07947 180511 Mammi Nurture, Antenatal & HynoBirthing Classes, Doula & Breast Feeding Support, Call 07798 735 434 Natural Birthing Company, HypnoBirthing®, Labour, Birth & Practical Parenting Sessions, Call 07702 860888 Rachel Wardle, East Midlands Midwifery Practice, Call 07905 326705 Taylormaid Doulas, Support for New Mums in Their Own Home, Call 0115 981 7175 Wendy Coe, Birth Doula, former Nurse Midwife, Believe in your Body’s Ability to Birth, Call 0115 925 1938

Postnatal Services & Support Ace Babes Family Network, Families After Assisted Conception Call 0800 008 7464 Association of Post-Natal Illness, Depression/Anxiety Helpline, Call 020 7386 0868 Bliss, Premature & Sick Babies, Free Support/Adv Helpline, Call 0500 618 140

Cry-sis, Support for Families with Excessively Crying Babies Call 08451 228 669

NCT Bumps and Babies, Sherwood Methodist Church, Thurs 9.30 -11.30am Call 0844 243 6231

Open House, Postnatal Depression & Anxiety Support in Nottingham. www.facebook.com/openhousenotts Call 07950 945044

Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Bumps to Babies, 0-1yr, Thurs 12.30-3, Call 0115 883 0840

TAMBA, Info & Support for Parents of Twins & Multiples, Call 0800 138 0509

Breastfeeding Support Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, W Bridgford, Wed 1.30-3pm, Term time, Call 0115 969 4480 BABES, Calverton Children’s Centre, Flatts Lane, Call for Details, Call 0115 911 8700 BABES, Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Bestwood, Fri 10-11.30am, Call 0115 915 9152 Baby Daze, Private Consultation & Support, All Aspects of Breast & Bottle Feeding, Call 07967 252784 National Breastfeeding Helpline, Call 0300 100 0212

Nappies BabiPur, Cloth Nappies, Slings, Consultations & Home Parties, Call 07917 411549 Nappuccino Meetings. Nappy Bank & City Cash-back Scheme Info, 3rd Wed Monthly, Central Library, 10.30-12.30pm, Call 0115 925 9390 Nottinghamshire County Council, Cloth Nappy Scheme, £25 Refund on £50 Spent, Call 0300 500 80 80 Notts Bots, Cloth Nappy Advice, Demos & Sales, Call 0115 925 9390

Baby Groups & Activities Arnold Baby Group, Arnold Library, Mon 10-11.30am, Call 0115 916 5010 Baby Babble at Calverton Children’s Centre Thurs 9.30 0-18mth, Call 0115 911 8700.

Baby Brigade, Calverton Children’s Centre, Flatts Lane, 0-12m, Call for Details, Call 0115 911 8700 Baby Daze, Bump to Sitting Baby, Bread & Bitter, Mapperley Top, Mon 10-12, Free Adm, Call 07967 252784

Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Wobbly One’s Mon 9.30-11.30, 1-2yrs, Call 0115 883 0840 Nottm Trent Twins & Multiple Birth Club, Self Help Support, www. nottinghamtwins.org.uk, Under 1’s, Top Valley & Bestwood Park Children’s Centre, Thurs 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 915 9561 Wobbly Ones, Calverton Children’s Centre, Flatts Lane, 12-24m, Wed 9.30-11.30, Call 0115 911 8700

Signing for Babies TinyTalk Baby and Toddler Signing:

Fun and interactive classes throughout the area, for 0-18 months and 18 months - 3 years.

We show you how to communicate with your baby before they can speak. We use British Sign Language, songs, props, puppets, musical instruments and books. Reduce frustration and develop early communication with your child - a cuppa and biscuits are included! We charge per family, not per child!

Class details: (all baby signing classes except where shown) Bingham: Mondays 10 -11am Gamston: Tuesdays 9.45-10.45am & 11.30am12.30pm Gedling: Fridays 10-11am Mapperley: Mondays 10-11am & 11.30am12.30pm Ruddington: Thursdays 10-11am (TODDLERS) & 11.30am-12.30pm (babies) Sherwood: Tuesdays 11.45am-12.45pm & Thursdays 1.45-2.45pm West Bridgford: Fridays 10-11am (babies) & 11.30am- 12.30pm (TODDLERS)

Contact details:

Mapperley and Sherwood: call Claire Baker 07890 896889, claireba@tinytalk.co.uk or visit www.tinytalk.co.uk/claireba BIngham and Gedling: call Emma Winnett 07906 157704, emmaw@tinytalk.co.uk or visit www.tinytalk.co.uk/emmaw West Bridgford, Gamston and Ruddington: call Claire Brown 07966 373688, clairebr@tinytalk. co.uk or visit www.tinytalk.co.uk/southnotts

Baby Massage & Yoga

Baby Daze, Poppy Seeds, Bump to Sitting Baby, Poppy & Pint, Lady Bay, Wed 10-12, Free Adm, Call 07967 252784

Baby Bumps to Tiny Toes, Baby Massage & Baby Yoga, W Bridgford/ Radcliffe/Bingham/Southwell & Private, Call 07907 330532

Baby Grows at Arnbrook Children’s Centre Fri 9.30-11 Under 1’s, Call 0115 916 5010

Baby Sensory, Developmental Classes 0-13m, W Bridgford, Ruddington & Sherwood, Call 07779 256090

Baby Grows at Killisick Children’s Centre Tues 1-2.30pm Under 1’s, Call 0115 916 5010.

Baby Peep, Clifton Children’s Centre Fri 1-2.30pm, Under 1’s, Call 0115 876 2625

Flutterbye Babies Baby & Toddler Yoga, Birth to Walking Throughout Notts, E. flutterbyebabies@me.com Call 07841 335285 www.flutterbyebabies.co.uk

Baby-bites. Class in Baby-led Weaning.

Mondays Beeston & Sherwood, Call 07852 167178

Pregnancy , Baby and Toddler Massage and Yoga with MAMA BABY BLISS. Call 07561 303780

Broadway Cinema, Hockley, Baby Friendly Screening, Upto 3yrs Call 0115 952 6611

Rub a Dub, Enjoy Your Early Months with Baby Massage, Classes in Mapperley & Ruddington, Call 0115 956 1158

Little P’s Baby Group, St. Peter’s Church, Ruddington, Mon 9.30-11am, Birth-2yrs, Call 0115 878 0579

Tatty and Baby Bumpkin Classes, Fun Yoga Inspired Classes and Parties Call 07956 463411

For a free listing or to advertise call 01773 528927 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Children’s Centres & Toddler Groups Baby Massage & Yoga Contd.

Resources for Groups & Schools

Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, Stay & Play, Wed 1.15-3.15pm, Call 0115 876 470

St. John’s Methodist Parent & Toddler Group, Church Hall, Standill Rd, Carlton, Mon 10-11.30am, Call 0115 953 2617

Urban Kneads, Baby Massage & Yoga Classes, West Bridgford, Call 07809 419 175

Apple Pie, Dramarama Sessions 4-9yrs & PSHE Workshops All Ages, Available for Schools, Call 07857 679719

Bulwell URC Toddler Group, Broomhill Road, Highbury Vale, Thurs 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 854 3907

Stay & Play at Carlton Children’s Centre Fri 9.15-11.15, Call 0115 883 0800

Baby Swimming

Rainbow Stripes, Sessions of Live Music & Activities, Call 07792 308432

Old Basford Community Centre Toddler Group, Wed 9.15 -11.15am, Call 07761 418541

EMSA Babies, Small Friendly Classes/ Warm Pools. Preparing for our EMSA Swim School. Call 01773 744899 Puddle Ducks, Unique Baby & Toddler Swimming Classes for 0-4yrs across Notts, Call 07906 191504, Water Babies, Swimming Classes for U24m, Various Venues, Free Taster Sessions, Call 01636 815567 Water Sprites Baby & Toddler Swimming, Radcliffe & Newark, 0-4yrs Call 07890 295216

Toddler Groups in Arnold, Mapperley & Woodthorpe First Steps P&T Group, Arnold Rd Evangelical Church, Arnold, Fri 9.30-11.30am, Call 0115 920 1788 Little Lambs Mother & Baby Group, Good Shepherd Church Social Centre, Woodthorpe, Fri 2-4pm, £2.50 per Family, Call 07722 486356 Little Lambs, Good Shepherd Parish Hall, Woodthorpe, Fri 2-4, Mapperley Bumps Babies & Toddlers Group, Mapperley Methodist Church, Woodboro Rd, Thurs 2-4pm, Call 0115 840 0109 Mini Movers at Arnbrook Children’s Centre Wed 9.30-11.00 age1-2, Call 0115 916 5010

Children’s Centres Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, Abbey Primary Sch, Tewkesbury Cl, Abbey Rd, West Bridgford, Call 0115 969 4480 Arnbrook Children’s Centre, Home Cl, Bestwood Lodge Dr, Arnold, Call 0115 916 5010 Arnold Children’s Centre,Arnold Library, NG5 7EE, Call 0115 916 5010 Bingham Children’s Centre, 18A, Market Place, Call 01949 863 840

Playtime Toddler Group, Emmanuel Church, Warren Hill, Arnold, Thurs 9.15-11.15am, Term Time, Call 0115 920 8879 Salvation Army Parents & Toddlers, Salvation Army Hall, Hight St, Arnold, Fri 9.30-11.30am, Term Time, Call 0115 920 8800 St Andrew’s P&T Group, Community Hall, Chestnut Grove, Off Mapperley Rd, Tues 1-3pm, Term Time, Call 0115 912 0098 St Judes Toddler Group, 405 Woodborough Rd, Mapperley, Tues & Thurs 9.30-11.00am, Call 0115 985 6131

Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, Call 0115 876 470

St Mark’s Mother & Toddler Group, St Mark’s Church, Devere Gdns, Woodthorpe, Tues 1.30-3pm & Fri 9.30-11am, Call 0115 962 1936

Carlton Children’s Centre, Park House Health & Social Care Centre, Burton Rd, Call 0115 883 0812

Stay & Play at Killisick Community Centre, Arnold, Thurs 1-2.45pm, Call 0115 993 1467.

Clifton Children’s Centre, Greencroft, Clifton, Call 0115 876 2625

Tim’s Tinies, St Timothy’s Church, Swinburne Way, Daybrook, Wed 9.30-11am, Call 07988 080 424

Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Killisick Rd, Arnold, Call 0115 993 1467 Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Netherfield, Call 0115 883 0840 Sherwood and Edwards Lane Children’s Centre, Seely Infant&Nursery School, Perry Rd, Sherwood, Call 0115 915 3801 Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Call 0115 915 9152 Stanhope Children’s Centre, Keyworth Rd, Gedling, Call 0115 987 3425

Toddlers & Carers, St Mary’s Church, Church Lane, Arnold, Service, Play & Activities,Tues 2pm, Call 0115 926 7450 Westdale Lane Toddler Group, Community Centre, Mapperley, Fri 9-11.15am, Call 0115 952 7696

Toddler Groups in Bulwell, Bestwood & Basford

Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Bestwood, P&T Group Tues 1.30-3pm, Fri 1030-12, Call 0115 915 9152 St Mark’s Baby & Toddler Group, St Mark’s Church, Bestwood Village, Tues 9-11am, Term Time, Call 0115 975 6092 Top Valley & Bestwood Park Children’s Centre, Top Valley, P&T Group, Thurs am, Call 0115 915 9561 Tots & Toddlers, The People’s Church, Gladehill Road, Bestwood Park, Wed 9.30-11.15am, Term Time, Call 0115 920 4661

Toddler Groups in Burton Joyce & Lowdham

Toddler Time & Toy Library, Carlton Pentacostal Church, Station Rd, Carlton, Tues 10-12, Call 0115 961 189 Wobbly Ones at Stanhope Children’s Centre Thurs 1.30-3.00 please book, Call 0115 883 0800

Toddler Groups in Colwick & Netherfield Netherfield P&T Group, Church Hall Behind Bethesda Ministries, Forester St, Wed & Thurs 9.15-11.15am, Call 0115 911 3786 St George’s Centre Toddler Group, Netherfield Primary Sch, Chamdos St, Mon 9.30-11am, Call 0115 845 0819 Tiny Tots, Colwick Community Centre, Vale Rd, Tues 9.15-11.15am, Call 07786 913567

Lowdham & Epperstone HappyTots: Lowdham WI Hall, Fri 9.45-11.15am, Call 0115 966 5495

Toddler Talk at Netherfield Children’s Centre Wed 9.30-12, please book, Call 0115 883 0840

St. Helen’s Baby & Toddler Group, Old Church Hall, Burton Joyce, Mon & Thurs 9.30-11am,

Toddler Groups in Keyworth, Plumtree & Tollerton

Toddler Groups in Calverton, Lambley & Woodborough Calverton Under 5’s, P&T Group, Baptist Church Hall, The Nook, Thurs 9.30-11am, Call 07973 220052 Calverton Under 5’s, P&T Group, Sir John Sherbrooke School, Flatts Lane, Tues 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 965 3526

Toddler Groups in Carlton, Gedling & Sneinton All Hallows P&T Group, The memorial Hall, Main Rd, Gedling, Tues 9.30-11am, Call 07772 873 069 Carlton Baptist Church P&T Group, Station Rd, Carlton, Mon 9.30-11.30am, Call 07973 679729 Central Stay & Play, Carlton Central Infant School, Foxhill Road, Carlton, Fri 1.15-2.45pm, Call 07724 897500 Chatterbox Toddler Group, Carlton Communty Church, Lowater Rd, Thurs 9.15 -12am, Call 07887 423984 First Friends at Stanhope Children’s Centre Wed 10-12, 0-2yrs, Call 0115 883 0800

The Villages Children’s Centre, Gedling School, Gedling, Call 0115 883 0812

Bestwood Village Toddler Group Hawthorne Primary School, Bestwood Village, Thurs 9.15-11.15am, Call 0115 948 8910.

Foxhill Toddler Group, Foxhill Evangelical Church, Hillview Rd, Carlton, Tues 9.30-11.30am, Call 0115 9560 767

Top Valley & Bestwood Park Children’s Centre, Westglade Infant School, Top Valley, Call 0115 915 9561

Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, P&T Group, Thurs 1-3pm, Call 0115 876 470

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Toddler Talk at Stanhope Children’s Centre Thurs 9.30-12, booking essential, Call 0115 883 0800

Lowdham & Epperstone HappyTots, Epperstone Village Hall, Mon 9.45-11.15am, Call 0115 966 5495

Bestwood Park Toddler Group, Community Centre, Bechampton Rd, Tues 1-3pm, Call 0115 920 9003

Sure Start Calverton, Manor Park Infants School, Flatts Lane, Calverton, Call 0115 911 8700

Stay & Play at Stanhope Children’s Centre Tues 9.30-11.30, Call 0115 883 0800

Iona School P&T Group, Sneinton Dale, Beautiful/Supportive Environment Tues & Wed 9.30-11.30am, Term Time, Call 0115 941 5295

Keyworth Baby & Toddler Group, Parochial Hall, Selby Lane, Mon 10-11.30am, Call 07921 603872 Little Rascals P&T Group, Keyworth Primary & Nursery Sch, Nottingham Rd, Thurs 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 974 8005 Willoughby on the Wolds Baby & Toddler Group, Thurs 9.30 -11.00am, 0-2yrs, Call 07835 701034

Toddler Groups in Radcliffe on Trent & Bingham Bingham Baby & Toddler Group, Church House, East St, Thurs & Fri 10-12, Come Along!

Little Angels Toddler Group at Radcliffe Methodist Church, Wed 9-11am, Term Time, Call 0115 933 2509 St. Mary’s, Main Rd, Radcliffe-on-Trent, Carer & Toddler Group, Fri 9-11.15am Call 0115 845 1656

Toddler Groups in Ruddington & Clifton Bubbles Toddler Group, Hope Church, Farnborough Rd, Clifton, Fri 9-11am, Call 0115 914 4412 Little Monkeys Playgroup, Green Lane Youth Centre, Clifton Fri 10-12, Call 0115 915 2372 Pebbles Toddler Group, St. Peter’s Church, Wilford Rd, Ruddington, Mon 1.30-3pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 878 0579.

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Activities for Under 5’s & Vouchers Rivergreen Methodist Toddler Group, Clifton Methodist Church, Thurs 9.15-11am,

Bakersfield Library, Watson Ave, Bakersfield, Tots Time, Wed 10.30-11am, U5’s, Call 0115 915 0199

Ruddington Methodist Church P&T Group, Church Hall, Charles St, Tues 9.30-11am, Call 0115 921 2662

Basford Library, Vernon Rd, Basford, Totstime: Rhyme Time for U5’s, Tues 10.30-11am, Term Time Call 0115 915 5797

Saturday Play Session, Green lane Youth Centre, Clifton, 11am-2pm, Age 5-11yrs, Call 0115 915 2372 Sprigg’s Sprogs Clifton, Highbank Community Centre, Tues1-3; Highbank Primary School, Mon 9-11.15 Call 0115 974 6333 Stay & Play at Park Gate Community Centre, Chamberlain Cl, Clifton, Tues 1-3pm; Fri 9.30-11.30am, Call 0115 984 8065 Stay & Play, Green Lane Youth Centre, Clifton, Thurs 1-3pm, Call 0115 876 2625 Wiggle & Jiggle, Clifton Children’s Centre, Fri 9.30-11am, Call 0115 876 2625

Toddler Groups in West Bridgford, Gamston & Edwalton Holy Spirit Toddler Group, Victoria Rd, West Bridgford, Thurs 10-11.30, Term Time, Call 07855 136369 St Giles Tiddlers, St Giles Church Hall, Stratford Rd, West Bridgford, Thurs 10-11.30, Call 0115 914 2465 St Pauls Toddlers, St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford, Wed am Call 0115 878 4978 St. Paul’s Toddler Group, St. Paul’s Church, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford, Wed am, Call 0115 921 3475 Tinies & Toddlers, St Luke’s Church, Leahurst Rd, West Bridgford, Thurs 10-11.45am, Term Time, Call 0115 974 4013 Toddles, West Bridgford Pentacostal Church, Wellin Lane, Edwalton, Thurs 10-11.30am, Call 0115 945 2627 W Bridgford Methodist Parent Baby&Toddler Group, Patrick Rd, Wed 9.30-11.30am & 1.30-3pm,www. wbmethodist.org.uk,

Bingham Library, Eaton Place, Rattle, Rhyme & Roll, Songs & Rhymes for U5’s, Every Mon 10.30-11am Call 01949 837 905 Bingham Library, Eaton Place, Storyhullabaloo, Stories & Songs for U5’s, Tues 10.30-11am, Term Time Call 01949 837 905 Bulwell Riverside Library, Main St, Bulwell, Totstime: Rhyme Time for U5’s, Mon 10.30-11am, Call 0115 883 3500 Burton Joyce Library, Meadow Lane, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Alt Wed 10.30-11am Call 0115 931 3360 Burton Joyce Library, BJ Storytime, Stories/Rhymes/Movement & Songs, One Mon Monthly 11.15-11.45, Call 0115 931 3360 Calverton Library, St. Wilfred’s Sq, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Mon 9.30-10am, Call 0115 965 2580 Carlton Hill Library, Carlton Hill, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Alt Fridays 10-10.30am, Call 0115 987 3050 Carlton Library, Manor Rd, Carlton, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Tues 10-10.30 All Year, U5’s Call 0115 987 0276 Gedling Library, Wollaton Ave, Gedling, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Thurs 2.15-2.45pm, Call 0115 987 6886 Keyworth Library, Church Dr, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, 2nd Tue Monthly, 2.30pm, Call 0115 937 3509 Lowdham Library, Main St, Rattle, Rhyme & Roll, 2nd & 4th Thurs Monthly, 1.30-2.00pm, Term Time, Call 0115 966 4348 Mapperley Library, Westdale Lane, Mapperley, rattle Rhyme & Roll, Thurs 10-10.30am, Call 0115 962 1224 Radcliffe on Trent Library, New Rd, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, 2nd & 4th Mon Monthly, 10.30am, Call 0115 933 2312

West Bridgford Baptist P&T Group, Melton Rd, Wed 10-11.30am, Call 0115 981 8690

Radcliffe on Trent Library, New Rd, Storyhullabaloo, 3rd Mon Monthly, 2.30pm, 3-5yrs, Call 0115 933 2312

Wilford Village Toddlers, The Centre, Main Rd, Wilford Village, Tues & Fri 9.30-11.30, Coffee Avail from 9am!

Call 0115 945 5463

Rddington Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, 2nd Tues Monthly, 11-11.30am, Call 0115 921 2309

Other Toddler Sessions Bulwell Riverside Library, Main St, Bulwell, Wondertots, P&T Play Session, Mon 9.30-10.30am, Call 0115 883 3500 Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Stay & Play, 1-5yrs, Tues 1.15-3, Call 0115 883 0840

Under 5’s Story & Rhyme West Bridgford Library, Storyhullabaloo, Alt Fri, 10am, U5’s Call 0115 981 6506 Arnold Library, Front St, Arnold, Rattle Rhyme & Roll Tues (Ticketed) & Thurs, 10.30-11am, Call 0115 920 2247

Sherwood Library, Spondon St, Sherwood, Totstime: Rhyme Time, Fri 11.15-11.45am, 0-2yrs, Call 0115 915 1155

Under 5’s Music, Dance & Drama

Southglade Park Library, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Totstime: Rhyme Time, Mon 2-3pm, Term Time, Call 0115 915 5799

Apple Pie, Explore a Story Drama Sessions, Woodthorpe and Mapperley, 2+yrs Call 07857 679719

West Bridgford Library, Rattle, Rhyme & Roll, 10-10.30 & 11-11.30am, U3’s Call 0115 981 6506

Billy’s Bouncing Beans, College Street Centre, Nottm, Drama Classes for 3-5yrs, Call 07979 730 710

For a free listing or to advertise please call 01773 528927

En Pointe School of Dance, Inspiring Ballet Classes for Children age 2-16, West Bridgford, Call 07860 785920 enpointenottingham@gmail.com Gedling Ballet School, Gedling Memorial Hall, Pre-School Dance, Wed 4.10pm, Sat am, 3&4yrs Call 0115 955 4164 Gillespie School of Dancing, Mapperley, Ballroom , Latin & Freestyle Classes, 3yrs+ Call 07754 127992

Bongo Bongo, Singy Laughy Jumpy Fun for Babies & Big Kids! West Bridgford, The Park, Sherwood, Call 07790 151090

Jo Jingles, Music/Singing/Movement Classes, West Bridgford, Gamston & Kiddicare, Call 0870 900 4567

Caterpillar Music, Amazing Fun for Babies & Toddlers, West Bridgford, Radcliffe, Keyworth & Bingham, Call 0870 199 8732

Lorna Leighton School of Dancing, Tap/ Ballet/Street/Majorette at Lowdham/ Redhill/Carlton/Calverton, 2yrs+ Call 0115 967 3383

For a free listing or to advertise call 01773 528927 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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info@magicalmovers.co.uk Calverton Leisure Centre, Gymnastics for Walking Toddlers - 5yrs, Fri 12.45-2.15, Call 0115 901 3800 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Absolute Gymnastics, Preschool Gym Fri 10.15 am, 3yrs+, Call 0115 987 2333 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, First Steps P&T Gymnastics, Fri 9.15-10.00am, 14m-3yrs, Call 0115 987 2333 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Parent & Toddler Swim, Mon 3.00pm, Tue/Thu/Fri 12.15pm, Call 0115 987 2333 Clifton Leisure Centre, Nottingham Swim School, Mon-Wed & Sat 0-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600.

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e: info@littlewickets.com t: 0115 924 8476 www.littlewickets.com Razzamataz, Djanogly Academy, Razz Minis, Fun Intro for 4/5 yrs into Performing Arts, Sat 9am, Call 07971 198010 Sing & Play for Babies & Toddlers, Methodist Chapel, Main St, Lowdham, Wed 10-11.30am, Call 07925 011821

Under 5’s Music, Dance & Drama Contd.

Louisa Holmes School of Performing Arts, Daybrook, Baby Ballet, Sat am 3yrs+, Call 0115 962 4648 Magical Movers, Music & Dance, Classes Throughout Notts, Find a Class Near You! Call 07941 625793 Melody Bear, Dance Classes for Pre-school Children, Radcliffe Mon am, Keyworth Mon pm/Fri am, Call 0115 937 5150 Musical Movers, Bulwell Riverside, Main St, Fri 12-2pm, Call 0115 883 3500

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New Youth Theatre Tiny Tots, Bestwood Village, 30mins of Music, Dance & Song, 3-5yrs, Wed 4.45pm, Call 01623 406284 New Youth Theatre Tiny Tots, West Bridgford, 30mins of Music, Dance & Song, 3-5yrs, Tues 4.45pm, Call 01623 406284 Nottingham Theatre Dance School, Carlton, Ballet & Tap, Sat 12.00, 3yrs+ Call 0115 956 2956 Rattle & Roll, West Bridgford & Ruddington, Fun Packed Music Classes, Parents/Carers & Children 4m-4yrs, Call 07786 262544

Speech Sign & Song Club, Beeston, for U5’s with Communication Difficulties, Call 0115 922 1318 Spotlight Dance, Basford & Ruddington, Ballet/Tap/Street, Exams & Shows, 3yrs+ Call 07502 288520

Under 5’s Sport & Swimming Bingham Leisure Centre, The Banks, P&T Swimming, From Birth, Wed 12-1.15pm & Fri 11.30am-12.30pm Call 01949 838 628 Bingham Leisure Centre, Water babies, Mon 12-1.15pm from Birth, Lessons for babies Wed/Fri 10-11am, Please Book, Call 01949 838 628

Clifton Leisure Centre, Notts Tots Preschool Gymnastics, Thurs 1.15-3pm Age 0-5, Call 0115 876 1600.

Clifton Leisure Centre, Parent & Toddler Swin M/W/Th/F 9.30-10.30, Call 0115 876 1600.

EMSA Babies, Small Friendly Classes/ Warm Pools. Preparing for our EMSA Swim School. Call 01773 744899 Excel Sports Coaching, Bingham Leisure Centre, Toddler Soccer, Sat 9-9.45am, 2.5-5yrs, Call 0115 832 0118 Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Notts Tots Gymnastics, Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat, 0-3yrs & 3-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1555 Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Aquababies 3m+, Aquatots 18m+, Ducklings 3yrs+ Call 0115 937 5582 Lady Bay Tennis Club, Pierrepont Rd, West Bridgford, Tots Tennis, Sat 11am, 3-4yrs Call 0115 933 8363 Little Tiger Cubs, Fun & Safe Fitness Training Programme, Beeston & West Bridgford, 3-5yrs Call 0115 9226 182 Little Wickets, Under 7’s Cricket Fun & Games, Numerous Venues Across Notts, 2-6yrs, Call 0115 924 8476 Puddle Ducks, Unique Baby & Toddler Swimming Classes for 0-4yrs across Notts, Call 07906 191504 Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, W Bridgford, P&T Swim, Wed 12-1.30pm, Fri 3.15-5pm, Call 0115 923 4921

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Soft Play

Christmas at Jungletastic!

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Thursday 12th December 11am-1pm £6.50 per child ~ includes play, cold buffet & a gift from Santa

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Please email your answer, name, address, phone number and where you picked up your copy of the Family Grapevine to cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk or enter online at www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts or /east-south-notts or post your entry to Family Grapevine, 18 Dixie Street, Jacksdale, Nottingham NG16 5JZ Closing date: Friday 20th December 2013 To view full competition T&C’s please visit one of our websites * Jungletastic will need a passport photo of the 2 children that are to be placed onto the pass, they

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Thursday 12th December, 11am-1pm Party food, juice, visit by Santa, present for every child, Pass the Parcel. £7 per child, adults free!

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Soft Play Centres, Childcare & Day Nurseries First Choice Nanny Agency Ltd

Providing quality childcare throughout the East Midlands

Are you looking for childcare?

First Choice Nanny Agency Ltd is a family run business supplying professional families with childcare solutions throughout the East Midlands.

We specialise in supplying nannies au-pairs, mother’s helps and babysitters for full time, part time, holiday and emergency cover. We offer a friendly service and free registration.

We also offer Event Nannies, from one nanny to a fully supervised creche at special occasions such as weddings, corporate or sporting events.

Notts County Council, Early Years & Childcare Services, Call 08449 80 80 80 Ofsted, Info on Education & Children’s Services Call 0300 123 1231

Childminders and Babysitting Clifton Childminding Group, Quality Childcare from Birth to Teens, me@cliftonchildminder.com Call 0115 974 7536

Stepping Stones Day Nursery, Arboretum Street, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 910 1162 The Clockhouse Pre-School Centre, Victoria Centre, Nottm, Birth-5yrs Call 0115 9121300

Daycare Nurseries NG2 & Edwalton Aphabet House Day Nursery, Adbolton Ln, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 982 0101 Central College Nursery, Greythorn Dr, W Bridgford, Mon-Fri from 8.30am, 2yrs+ Call 0115 914 6331

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Children’s Corner Day Nursery,103 Loughborough Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 981 5649

Under 5’s Sport & Swimming Contd.

Jungletastic, Soft Adventure Play, Nottingham Rd, Nuthall, Call 0115 975 1113

Edwalton Day Nursery, Melton Rd, Edwalton, Incl. Spanish & Rattle & Roll, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 945 2741

Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, First Steps Climbing Apparatus & Soft Play, Mon & Thurs, Call 0115 923 4921

Kool Kids Indoor Adventure Playcentre, City College, Carlton Rd, 6m-11yrs, Call 0115 950 0125

Hickory House, 66-68 Loughborough Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 914 2222

Shine Kids Yoga-Fun Yoga for 1-11yrs. First Public Class FREE. Sessions for Schools/Nurseries/Clubs Call 07982 246072

Little Drivers Soft Play, Off Halls Rd, Stapleford, Call 0115 939 2211

Leo’s Childrens Nursery, 16 Albert Rd, West Bridgford, 3m-5yrs, Call 0115 971 7557

Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood, Notts Tots Gymnastics, Mon 1.15pm 6m-3yrs, 2.15pm 3-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1595 Tumble Tots, Bramcote, Gamston & Radcliffe on Trent, Active Physical Play for 1-5yrs, Call 0115 958 9767 Water Sprites Baby & Toddler Swimming, Radcliffe & Newark, 0-4yrs Call 07890 295216 West Bridgford Tennis Club, Off Wilford Lane, Mini Tennis for 3-5yrs Call 0115 981 1699

Under 5’s Creative Activities Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, W Bridgford, Messy Play, Various Dates, Call 0115 969 4480 Cookie Tots, Music/Games/Activities based Around Preparing & Cooking Food, Hobbycraft, Mon 10am 2-4yrs Term Time, Call 07540 061725 Sticky Fingers - Cookery Classes for Under 5’s Around South Notts Call 07817 583705 Tots at the Top, Fun Themed Art & Craft Classes with Puppets/Songs/Stories & Play too! www.totsatthetop, Call 07813 283276 or 07773 247628

Soft Play Denz Indoor Playcentre, Beeston, Toddler Area! U1’s FREE! Fun Starts Here!

Call 0115 925 5007 Hoods Hideout Soft Play Adventure Centre, Beechdale Swimming Centre, 0-11yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Jango’s Indoor Play Centre, Forest Town, Mansfield, enquiries@ jangosplay.co.uk www.jangosplay.co.uk Call 01623 465465 Jimmy Beans Children’s Play & Party Centre, Sutton, 0-10yrs Call 01623 550333

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Mouse Trap Soft Play, Main St, Bulwell, Parking in & Entrance Via Tesco Car Park, 0-10yrs Call 0115 975 2880 Oceans of Fun Play Centre, Spring St, Hucknall, Indoor/Outdoor Play Areas & Private Hire, Call 0115 963 3961 Ollie’s Fun Shack, Sherwood Energy Village, New Ollerton, 0-10yrs Call 01623 860842 Pirates Play Centre, Rowley Drive, Sherwood, Up to 10yrs, Call 01159 603 363 Run Riot Indoor Play Area, Rushcliffe Arena, W Bridgford, 2-10yrs Call 0115 981 4027 Tumbletown Play Centre, Arnold, Wide Range of Parties & Party Rooms Available, Call 0115 967 1161

Lily Daycare, The Centre for the Child, Edale Rd, Nottm, 3m-5yrs Call 0115 950 8148 Sitters, for Day and Evening Babysitters, with Professional Childcare Experience, Call 08447 367367

Little Friends Children’s Day Nursery, Adbolton Lane, West Bridgford, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 981 8040

Creches

Papermoon Day Nursery, Gamston District Centre, Gamston, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 982 2220

Tiny Talkers Day Nursery, ROKO Health Club, 442 Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 981 4195

Daycare Nurseries NG1

Papermoon Day Nursery, The Clock Tower, Compton Acres, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 981 1801

Learning Works for Children, Poplar St, Nottingham, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 9243 003

Radcliffe on Trent Day Nursery, Downing House, Main Rd, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 933 3133

Learning Works for Children, Poplar St, Nottingham, Play Scheme in School Hols, 5-11yrs, Call 0115 9243 003

Scotts Wood Private Day Nursery, 1 Selby Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 981 2980 Scotts Wood Private Day Nursery, 124/126 Radcliffe Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 981 5281 Secret Garden Private Day Nursery, 69 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-8yrs, Call 0115 981 7837 The Grange, Edwalton Grange, 216 Melton Rd, Edwalton, 6wks-4yrs, Call 0115 923 1184

Tumbletown Play Centre, 107 High St, Arnold, Indoor Play for U8’s, Call 0115 967 1161

Childcare and Childcare Advice At Home Childcare, Part Time Flexible Childcare in Your Home, Call 0845 0760 042 East Midlands Night Nanny & Baby Sitter, Enhanced CRB, 15yrs+ Childcare Experience, Call 07738 567097 First Choice Nanny Agency for Nannies, Au Pairs, Baby Sitters & Event Creches, Call 01509 670758 National Nannies, Supplying Childcare Professionals in the UK, Call 07563 422261 Newborn Nanny,Professional Advice & Help with your Newborn Baby, in your Own Home, Call 07771 863309 Nottingham City Families Information Service, fis@nottinghamcity.gov.uk, Call 0800 458 4114 Nottinghamshire Family Information Service, Call 0800 781 2168 Nottinghamshire Nannies, Nanny & Au Pair Agency, Call 07929 982618

Once Upon a Time Nursery, Stoney St, Nottingham Call 0115 910 4680 Pretty Windows day Nursery, Gedling St, Sneinton Market Square, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 988 1429 St Joseph’s Nursery, Derby Rd, Nottingham, 12m-5yrs, Call 0115 941 8356

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Day Nurseries Forget Me Not Day Nursery, 9 Parkdale Rd, Bakersfield, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 940 4002 Iona Day Nursery, 310 Sneinton Dale, Sneinton, 6wks-3.5yrs, Call 0115 941 5295 Kingfisher Day Nursery, 150 Porchester Rd, Mapperley, 0-5yrs Call 0115 993 2915

IONA DAY NURSERY A gentle and nurturing environment for your child based on Steiner principles 5 mins from city centre

Tel: 0115 9587392 nursery@theionaschool.org.uk The Playroom Nursery & WBOOSC, 70 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, Call 0115 981 1168 The West Bridgford Day Nursery, Wilford Lane, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 981 9316 The White House Day Nursery & Out of School Club, 41 Bridgford Rd, West Bridgford, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 981 0119 Tiny Talkers Day Nursery, 442 Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 981 4195 Wishing Well Day Nursery, 2 Oakfields Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 9142233

Daycare Nurseries NG3 Ark Day Nursery, 1 Vickers St, Mapperley Park, Call 0115 856 5628

Valmarys Childrens Centre & Nursery School, 145 Woodthorpe Dr, Mapperley, 6m-7yrs Call 0115 960 4259

Daycare Nurseries NG4 Carlton & Gedling Day Nursery, 37 Gedling Rd, Carlton, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 961 7083

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Radcliffe-on-Trent Day Nursery We are excited to offer FOREST SCHOOL experiences to children from both settings. These outdoor experiences in the woods are FUN, promoting independence and problem solving skills by exploring the natural environment.

Daisies Day Nursery, Gedling House, Wood Lane, Gedling, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 955 2298 Duncroft Day Nursery, 1A Duncroft Ave, Gedling, 3m-8yrs Call 0115 940 4491 Good Foundations Day Nursery, 49 Station Rd, Carlton, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 987 2898 Lambley Day Nursery, The Old School Room, Church St, Lambley, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 931 2745 Little Bears Day Nursery, 1A First Ave, Carlton, 6wks-8yrs, Call 0115 940 4388

Daycare Nurseries NG5 Academy Day Nursery, Bestwood Park Dr West, Rise Park, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 979 7800 Arnold House Day Nursery, 68 Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 966 6123

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Day Nurseries, Preschools & Playgroups

Secret Garden Private Day Nursery Brand New Purpose built Pre-school unit Government Grant Funded places available Catering for children aged 6 weeks to 5 years

Quality childcare and affordable fees

Fully qualified & caring staff - all Nursery Vouchers accepted

Secure outside play area and garden Call Sylvia on 0115 981 7837 or email sylvia@secretgarden.co.uk 69 Musters Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7PY

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Daycare Nurseries NG11 & NG12 Busy Bees at Milford School,Dungannon Rd, Clifton, 6wk-5yrs, Call 0115 984 7882

Preschools and Playgroups (Term Time Only)

Children 1st Day Nursery, Station Rd, Plumtree, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0800 652 1052 Old Co-operative Day Nursery, 7-9 Wallace St. Gotham, 0-11yrs, Call 0115 830 003 Ruddington Day Nursery, Grange House, Wilford Rd, Ruddington, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 984 8125 The Wolds Day Nursery Old Melton Road, Normanton on the Wolds, Nr Plumtree, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 937 6030 Tiny Teddies Day Nursery, Loughborough Road, Ruddington, 6wks5yrs Call 0115 984 7432 Old Melton Road Normanton on the Wolds Plumtree. NG12 5NH High quality childcare from an Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ provider

Daycare Nurseries NG5 Contd.

Woodthorpe Day Nursery, 1 Albemarle Rd, Woodthorpe, 6m-5yrs, Call 0115 962 0415

Busy Bees at Nottingham City Hospital, Gate 3, Hucknall Rd, 6wk-5yrs Call 0115 960 5879

Daycare Nurseries NG6

Busy Bees Day Nursery, Sir John Robinson Way, Daybrook, 3m-5yrs Call 0115 926 4111 Carrington Private Day Nursery, 315 Mansfield Rd, Carrington, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 969 1170 Cuddles Day Nursery, 404 Mansfield Rd, Mapperley Park, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 960 7217 Educare Day Nurseries, 16 Pelham Rd, Sherwood Rise, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 969 1700 Hollies Country Park Day Nursery, 11 Woodchurch Rd, Bestwood Lodge, Arnold, 0-5yrs Call 0115 920 1826

Angels By Day, Springfield House, Hucknall Ln, Bulwell, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 951 9915 Cherubs Executive House Nursery, St Albans Rd, Bulwell, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 979 5975 Once Upon a Time Day Nursery, NCN Basford Hall College,Stockhill Lane, 6m-5yrs, Call 0115 916 6331 Rocking Horse Day Nursery, 229 Cinderhill Rd, Bulwell, 0-8yrs, Call 0115 976 3322 Tiny World Day Nursery, 92 Arnold Rd, Basford, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 978 2274 Tiny World, Rock House, Stockhill Lane, Basford, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 942 2320

Hollies Day Nursery, 2 Private Rd, Sherwood, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 960 6388

Daycare Nurseries NG7

Leo’s Childrens Nursery, 66 St. Albans Rd, Arnold, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 936 1820

Busy Bees at Nottingham University, University Pk, Sports Centre Dr, 0-5yrs Call 0115 922 9117

Mountford House Nursery, 373 Mansfield Rd, Nottingham, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 960 5676 Once Upon a Time Day Nursery, ncn Clarendon, Pelham Ave, 6m-5yrs, Call 0115 953 1474 Poplars Blossoms Nursery School, 205 Edwards Lane, Sherwood, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 920 4809 Poplars Nursery School, Portland Court, Sherwood, 6wk-5yrs Call 0115 967 6051

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Educare Day Nurseries., 8 Sherwood Rise, Sherwood, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 962 6226 Paper Moon Day Nursery, Faraday Rd, Lenton, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 942 4800 Sandfield Day Nursery, Ashburnham Ave, Lenton, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 979 2424

Abacus Preschool, Sports Centre, Regatta Way, W Bridgford, Mon-Fri 8.30-4.15 Call 0115 981 1142 Arnold Methodist Church Playgroup, Arnold Market Place, Tue/Fri 9.45-11.45, 2-5yrs, Call 07779 610136

. Open 50 weeks a year . Outstanding in ALL areas in a recent OFSTED inspection . Outdoor ‘woodland experience’ sessions in our private woods . Holiday care available 0115 937 60 30

Email: office@woldschildcare.co.uk

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Daycare Nurseries NG14 & Bingham Alphabet House Day Nursery, Gunthorpe Rd, Lowdham, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 966 4556 Bingham Day Nursery, Pre-School Centre & Woodland Activity Centre, Long Acre, 0-5yrs, Call 01949 839 242 Daisies Day Nursery, 63, Main St, Lowdham, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 966 5282 Serendipity’s Day Nursery & Preschool, 32 Nottm Rd, Bingham, 0-5yrs, Call 01949 836 730 The Honey Pot Private Day Nursery, Nottingham Rd, Burton Joyce, 6wks5yrs, Call 0115 931 4411

Montessori & Steiner Nurseries & Schools Angels By Day Montessori Nursery, Hillside House, Lenton, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 978 9980

Arnold View Preschool, Community Centre, Gedling Rd, Arnold, Tue/ Thur/Fri am & Thur/Fri Lunch + pm Call 07919 025633 Bulwell Riverside Play Centre, Main St, Bulwell, Call 0115 883 3500 Burnside Hall Pre-School, Burnside Memorial Hall, Plumtree, Mon-Fri 9.15-12.15 + Lunch Club, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 937 6467 Busy Bees Pre-School, The Hive, Crossdale School, Keyworth, Mon-Fri 9-3.15pm, 2-5yrs Call 0115 974 8082 Buttercross Pre Sschool, School lane, Bingham, Mon-Fri 8.45 - 3.15pm incl Lunch Club, Call 01949 839667 Carlton Hill Preschool Playgroup, Carlton Hill, Mon-Fri 9-12, Mon/Wed/Fri 12.45-3.45pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 911 5644 Chattabox Playgroup, Queensberry Baptist Church, Old Basford, Tues 9-11am,enquiries@qbc.org.uk, Colwick Pre-School Playgroup, Colwick Community Centre, Mon-Fri 9-12 Call 07763 884093 Foxy Creek Preschool Playgroup, Richard Herrod Leisure Centre, Carlton, M-F 9.15-12.15, Call 0789 716 8285 Good Shepherd Pre-School, 15 Month Club, Woodthorpe, 15m- 2.5yrs, Call 07971 382837

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Preschools, Playgroups & Out of School Clubs Good Shepherd Pre-School, Woodthorpe, Mon/Tue am/pm, Wed-Fri am, 2.5-5yrs, Call 07971 382837

Sunshine Corner Playgroup, Notintone Place, Sneinton, Mon-Fri 9-12am & 12.45-3.45pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 979 3466

Haywood Road Preschool Playgroup, Haywood Rd, Mapperley, M/T/Th/F am + Lunch Club Call 07981 050338

Tollerton Playgroup, Tollerton School Grounds, Burnside Grove, Mon-Fri 8.45-3.30pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 937 6908

Hermitage Pre-School, Wilford Rd Ruddington, Mon-Fri 9-12noon, 2-5yrs, Book Now for Sept, Call 07923 487030

Weaverthorpe Preschool, Derwent Cres, Arnold, Full & Part Time Care + Lunch Club, M-F 9-3.30pm Call 0115 926 5644

Kiddy Winks Preschool, Bakersfield Community Centre, 312 Sneinton Dale, Mon-Fri 9-2.45, Call 0115 847 1570

Wellin Lane Playgroup, Edwalton, Mon & Tue 9-3.15pm incl Lunch Club, Wed 9-12.45pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 945 2627

Killisick Preschool, Coppice Farm Primary Sch, Laver Close, Arnold, Mon-Fri 9-3.30pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 859 8143

Westdale Preschool, Westdale Lane, Mapperley, Call 0115 840 4140

Lady Bay Preschool, All Hallows Church, Pierrpont Rd, W Bridgford, Mon-Fri 9.15-12.15, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 981 1309 Leahurst Road Pre-School, St Luke’s Church Hall, W Bridgford, M/T/W/F, 9.30-12.30, 2-3yrs, Call 07941 616369 Leahurst Road Pre-School, Vicarage Green, Edwalton, M/W 9.15-3.15, T/Th/F 9.15-12.15, 3-4yrs, Call 07941 616369 Little Rascals, Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, W Bridgford, Mon-Fri 9.15-2.45, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 981 4027

Willow Brook Pre-School

Willow Brook, Keyworth Nottingham NG12 5BB Tel: 0115 914 9889

A stimulating, safe, happy & secure learning environment

for children aged 3 - 5 years Open term time Sessional and full day care available

Owned and managed by qualified Early Years teachers

Graded outstanding by OFSTED www.willowbrookpreschool.webs.com

Lowater Street Play & Preschool, Lowater St, Carlton, Mon-Fri 9-12, Mon-Wed 12.45-3.15pm, Call 0115 910 3838 Lowdham Pre-school, Lowdham Village Hall, Main St. M/W/Th 9-3, Tue 9-1, Fri 9-12, 2-5yrs, Call 079 608 59178 Phoenix Farm Preschool Playgroup, Methodist Church, Wollaton Ave, Gedling, Mon-Fr 9am-1pm Call 07756 469988 Radcliffe on Trent Pre-School Playgroup, South Notts Academy, Mon-Fri am/ Lunch/pm Call 07505 606447 Railway Children Playgroup, Cricket Pavillion, Burton Rd, Gedling, Mon-Fri Various am/pm Sessions, Call 0115 940 3107 Rushcliffe Preschool CIC, Tewksbury Close, W Bridgford, M-F 9-12, M-W 12-1 Lunch Club, Call 07956 053006 Sherwood Playgroup, Sherwood Community Centre, Mansfield Rd, Mon-Fri am, Tue/Wed/Fri pm Call 0115 955 3152

Wilford Village Playgroup, The Centre, Main Rd, Wilford Village, Mon-Fri am, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 945 5463 Willoughby on the Wolds Pre-school Playgroup, M/W/Th/F 9.15-12,00, Lunch Club, 2-5yrs Call 07835 701034 Willow Brook Pre-School, Willow Brook, Keyworth, Mon-Fri 8.45-3.30pm, 3-5yrs, Call 0115 914 9889.

Willow Preschool, St Pauls Church Hall, Boundary Rd, W Bridgford,T/ Th/F am & pm, M am, W pm, 2-5yrs Call 0115 923 0027 Windmill Kindergarten, Free Church, Chesterfield Dr, Burton Joyce, Mon-Fri am & pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 841 7801 Woodborough Village Pre-school, Lingwood Lane, Mon/Tues/Thur/Fri .9.15-3.30pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 965 5895

Preschools & Playgroups (All Year) Bestwood Childcare, Community Centre, Gainsford Cres, Bestwood, Mon-Fri 8am6pm, 2-4yrs, Call 07949 814914 Bulwell Childcare, Steadford Cl, Crabtree Est, Bulwell, 6wks-5yrs Call 0795 863 0912 Jesters Childcare, Stanhope Primary School, Keyworth Rd, Gedling, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 952 0411 Lambley Pre-School at Lambley Day Nursery, Church St, Lambley, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 931 2745

Out of School & Holiday Clubs Academy Day Nursery, Bestwood Park Dr West, Rise Park, 5-11yrs Call 0115 979 7800

New small out of school club now open at Ladybay

Little Friends Nursery

Silverdale Pre-School, Silverdale Community Centre, Wilford, M/T/ Th/F 8.15-3.15, Wed til 12.45, Call 0115 982 5017 St Giles Playgroup, Community Hall, Church Dr, W Bridgford, M-F 9.10-12.10, Call 07773 240258 St Johns Playgroup, Oakdale Rd, Carlton, Mon-Fri 9.10-12.10, Mon/Tue 1.15-3.15pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 961 3397 St Johns Preschool, New Basford Community Centre, Zulu Rd, Mon-Fri 9-3pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 924 9569

Service for Ladybay School Holiday club open to everyone Set in countryside & purpose built 2 qualified fun staff run the club to book please call Sarah on

0115 981 8040 or email: little-friends@uwclub.net

Tax Credits...

Explained!

If you’re responsible for at least one child or young person, you may qualify for Child Tax Credit. You don’t have to be working to claim Child Tax Credit. If you work, but are on a low income, you may also qualify for Working Tax Credit. Tax Credits are not taxable.

Child Tax Credits Child Tax Credit is paid to you if you are responsible for at least one child or young person who normally lives with you. You can usually claim Child Tax Credit for any child who lives with you until 31 August after their 16th birthday; and children under 20, if they’re in certain types of education or training.

Working Tax Credits If you’re responsible for children you need to be aged at least 16, and work the following hours to get Working Tax Credit: if you’re single, you need to do paid work of at least 16 hours a week; if you’re in a couple, your joint paid working hours need to be at least 24 a week, with one of you working at least 16 hours a week. If your joint working hours are less than 24 a week, you can still get Working Tax Credit if one of the following applies: one of you is aged 60 or over and working at least 16 hours a week; one of you is disabled and working at least 16 hours a week; one of you works at least 16 hours a week, and the other is entitled to Carer’s Allowance - even if they don’t get any payments because they receive other benefits instead, or one of you works at least 16 hours a week, and the other is ‘incapacitated’, an in-patient in hospital, or in prison (serving a custodial sentence, or remanded in custody awaiting trial or sentence).

Entitlement Child Tax Credit

Family element - the basic element Child element Disabled child element Severely disabled child element

Working Tax Credit

Basic element Couples/Lone parent 30 hour element Disability element Childcare element:

£545 £2,720 £3,015 £1,220

£545 £2,720 £3,015 £1,220

£1,920 £1,970 £ 790 £2,855 *

£1,920 £1,970 £ 790 £2,855 *

(*An extra payment if you pay registered or approved childcare.

Up to 70% of your costs, subject to a maximum limit as follows: £175 per week if you’re paying for one child, £300 per week if you’re paying for two or more children.)

Income Taper If you are entitled to both types of Tax Credits there is a reduction in your entitlement once your income exceeds the threshold which is currently £6,420; if you are only entitled to child tax credit the threshold is currently £15,910. Your entitlement is reduced by 41% of the income which exceeds the threshold. For example Mary is a single mother; she works part time for 16 hours per week and she has 1 child aged 13. Her entitlement is as follows: Child tax credit: Family element £545, Child element £2,720 Total: £3,265 Working tax credit: Basic element £1,920, Lone parent £1,970, Total: £3,890 Total Tax Credit entitlement £7,155 Income for 16 hours per week (9.61/hr.=153.84/wk.) £8,000 The reduction is worked out as follows: Income is £8,000 minus threshold £6,420=£1580. 41% of £1580 is 647.80. Therefore the total tax credits payable is reduced by £647.80.

Total Tax Credits payable (£7,155-£647.80) £6507.20 All information correct as of October 2013

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Out of School Clubs

Crafty Christmas Decorations!

Coteswood House School Government funded places available for 2-5year olds.

Additional sessions on request at this well established kindergarten school

Christmas is a special time for families, and children love to be part of the preparations. Here are some great ideas for handmade decorations that can be adapted to suit all ages.

You will need: coloured card & tissue paper, glue, paint/felt tips, tinsel, ribbons, decorative bits & beads (for over 3yrs), glitter, cotton wool, bells and whatever else you have! Visit ‘Activities’ on our website for a link to some great printable templates.

Cut out a range of shapes from coloured card and let the children decorate with paint, felt tip pens, tissue paper, bits of tinsel, sequins, glitter, cotton wool etc.

Once finished make a tree decoration by punching a hole at the top and threading ribbon through and tying to make a loop or stick the decorated shapes on to the front of folded card for Christmas cards.

Let the children have their own special tree to decorate. Cut a triangular tree shape out of paper or card (lining wallpaper is good for this), and paint green using poster paints or emulsion tester pots. They can then stick on their card decorations and decorate their ‘wall tree’. Or collect one largeish branch, or a few small ones, spray white, silver or gold (adults only), and stand in a weighted container. The children can decorate with hanging decorations and their own creations.

To make Christmas bells, cut out egg cartons and paint them or decorate with felt tips. Or spray gold (adults only), dab on PVA glue and sprinkle with glitter for a seasonal touch! Thread a needle with fine red ribbon and push the needle down through the top, through the loop of the bell and back up through the top. Tie into a loop.

Bangles can be bought for pennies from charity shops and make brilliant bases for unusual tree decorations. Twist ribbons or tinsel around the bangle securing both ends with PVA glue. Stick on decorative bits and pieces round the bangle and/or tie a feature at the bottom using threaded beads, a ribbon bow with long ends, paper holly leaves with beads for berries...let your children’s imaginations run riot. Have an added feature at the top as well or perhaps a small mounted photo or decoration hanging in the centre. When done, tie a thread loop around the top and hang on the tree. Great gift idea!

This stained glass lantern is both simple and effective. Remove the labels, wash and dry a jar. Cover the outside with PVA glue and apply either ripped or cut pieces of different coloured tissue paper using more glue to ensure there are no loose edges. Leave to dry. Wrap and secure wire around the top with a loop to make a hanging lantern or place on a heat resistant surface...add a tea light (adults only), and enjoy the seasonal glow!

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Please phone, email or call in for further information.

Coteswood House School, 19 Thackerays Lane, Woodthorpe, Nottingham. NG5 4HT

0115 9676551

Email: coteswoodhouse@hotmail.co.uk

www.coteswoodhouseschool.co.uk

Out of School & Holiday Clubs Contd.

Excel Sports Coaching, At a Leisure Centre Near you! A range of Sports for 5-11yrs, Call 0115 832 0118

All Hallows Kabin, All Hallows Primary School, Priory Rd, Gedling, Before/After Sch & Hol Club, Call 0115 961 7698

Forget Me Not Day Nursery, Parkdale Rd, Bakersfield, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 940 4002

Angels By Day Montessori Day Nursery, Hillside House, Lenton, Summer Holiday Club, 4-11yrs Call 0115 978 9980

Highbank Community Centre, After School Club, Farnborough Rd, Clifton , Mon 3.30-5.30, Call 0115 9746333

Angels By Day, Springfield House, Hucknall Ln, Bulwell, Before/After Sch, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 951 9915

Jesters Childcare, Stanhope Primary School, Gedling, Wrap Around Care, 5-12yrs, Call 0115 952 0411

Arnold House Day Nursery, 68 Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, Up to 11yrs, Call 0115 966 6123

Jpac Willow Farm After School & Holiday Club, Willow Lane, Gedling.

Call 01302 711443

Basford Library, Vernon Rd, Basford, Homework Club, Tues & Thurs 3.30-5.30pm, Term Time, Call 0115 915 5797

Kingfisher Day Nursery, Porchester Rd, Mapperley, Before/After Sch & Hol Club, 4-12yrs, Call 0115 993 2915

Bestwood Childcare, Community Centre, Gainsford Cres, Bestwood, After Sch & Hol Care, 2-8yrs, Call 07949 814914 Bulwell Childcare, Steadford Close, Crabtree Est, Bulwell, 3-11yrs, Call 0795 863 0912 Bulwell Riverside Library, Main St, Bulwell, Homework Club, Mon/Tues 4-6pm, Call 0115 883 3500 Busy Bees Pre-School, The Hive, Crossdale School, Keyworth, Before/After Sch Care, 2-11yrs, Call 0115 974 8082 Carlton & Gedling Day Nursery, Gedling Rd, Carlton, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 961 7083 Cherubs Vale View Nursery, St Albans Rd, Bulwell, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 3-14yrs, Call 0115 979 5994 Children 1st Day Nursery, Station Rd, Plumtree, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 5-12yrs, Call 0800 652 1052 Clifton Library Homework Club, Southchurch Dr, Clifton, Thurs 3.30-5.30, Call 0115 915 2945 Cuddles Day Nursery, 404 Mansfield Rd, Mapperley Park, Before/After Sch & Hol Care 3-8yrs, Call 0115 960 7217

Lady Bay Out of School Club, All Hallows Hall, 7.55am-9.55am & 3.25pm-6.pm.

M-F, Term Time, Call 0115 981 1309 Leo’s Den, Arnold Mill School, Arnold, After School & Holiday Club, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 936 1820 Leo’s Den, Richard Bonington School, Arnold, Before & After School , 3-11yrs, Call 0115 936 1820 Leo’s Den, Woodborough Woods School, Arnold, Before & After School, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 936 1820 Little Friends Children’s Day Nursery, Adbolton Lane, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hol, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 981 8040 Pierrpont Gamston Kids Club, Pierrpont Gamston Primary School, W Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hols, Call 07943 825132 Poplars Blossoms Nursery School, 205 Edwards Lane, Sherwood, Holiday Club, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 920 4809 Poplars Nursery School, Portland Court, Sherwood, Holiday Club, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 967 6051 Pretty Windows Day Nursery, Sneinton Market Square, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 5-8yrs, Call 0115 988 1429

Duncroft Day Nursery, 1A Duncroft Ave, Gedling, Before & After Sch, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 940 4491

Radcliffe on Trent Day Nursery at ROT Junior School, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, Up to 11yrs, Call 0115 933 3133

Educare Day Nurseries, 16 Pelham Rd, Sherwood Rise, Before/After & Hol Care, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 969 1700

Roosters Kids Club, The Gedling School, Wollaton Ave, Gedling, Before/After Sch & Hol Club, Call 07966 322786

Educare Day Nurseries., 8 Sherwood Rise, Before/After & Hol Care, 5-8yrs, Call 0115 962 6226

Sandfield Day Nursery, Ashburnham Ave, Lenton, Holiday Care up to 11yrs, Call 0115 979 2424

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Independent Schools & Tutoring Out of School & Holiday Clubs Contd.

Southglade Park Library, Bestwood, Reading Champions, Bring Along Your Reading Diary! Thurs 4-5pm Call 0115 915 5799 The Hive Holiday Club, Busy Bees at Nottingham City Hospital, Hucknall Rd, 4-12yrs, Call 0115 960 5879 The West Bridgford Day Nursery, Wilford Lane, Before/After & Hol Care, Jesse Grey Infants Only, 4-8yrs Call 0115 981 9316 The White House Day Nursery, Bridgford Rd, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 5-11yrs, Call 0115 981 0119 The Wolds Day Nursery, Old Melton Road, Plumtree, Hol Care, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 937 6030 Tiny Talkers Day Nursery, Wilford Lane, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, Call 0115 981 4195 Tiny Teddies Day Nursery, Ruddington, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 984 7432 Tiny World Day Nursery, 92 Arnold Rd, Basford, After Sch & Hol Care, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 978 2274 Tiny World, Rock House, Stockhill Lane, Basford, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 942 2320 WBOOSC, 70 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 3-14yrs, Call 0115 981 1168 Wicked Willows After School Club, Keyworth, Wrap Around Care, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 914 9889

Winners After School Club, Killisick Junior Sch, Arnold, After Sch & Hols Call 07816 835888 Wishing Well Day Nursery, Oakfields Rd, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Holiday Club, 5-11yrs, Call 0115 914 2233 Woodpeckers After School Club, Mapperley Plains Primary Sch, Central Ave, M-F 3.30-5.45pm, Call 0115 952 5117 Woodpeckers ASC, Ernedale County Jun & Inf School, Derwent Cres, Arnold, Before/After Sch, Call 01559 567 622 Woodpeckers ASC, Woodthorpe Inf School, Arnovale Rd, Woodthorpe, Before/After Sch, Call 07772 151621

Education Information Elective Home Education, Adv on Educating Your Child at Home Call 0845 602 0721 Ofsted, Info on Education & Children’s Services Call 0300 123 4234

Independent Schools Coteswood House School, Thackery’s Lane, Woodthorpe, 3-11yrs Call 0115 967 6551 Dagfa School, Beeston, Nursery, Junior & Senior, 3-16yrs, Call 0115 913 8330 Grosvenor School, Edwalton Grange, 218 Melton Rd, Edwalton, 4-13yrs, Call 0115 923 1184 Hazel Hurst School, 400 Westdale Ln, Mapperley, 2-8yrs, Call 0115 960 6759 Hollygirt School for Girls 3-16yrs and Boys 3-7yrs, Elm Avenue, Nottm, Call 0115 958 0596

Jubilee House School, Ilkeston, Educating 3-16 year olds Call 0115 939 5552

First Class Learning, Maths & English Tuition that Really Works! West Bridgford & Mapperley, Call 0115 931 2103

Nottingham Girls’ High School, Arboretum St, Nottingham, 4-18yrs, Call 0115 941 7663

Guaranteed Grades, Quality Maths, English and Science Tuition Service, Call 0115 901 7272

Nottingham High School for Boys, Waverley Mount, Nottingham, 4-18yrs, Call 0115 845 2232

Kumon Arnold, Maths & English Tuition to Build your Child’s Confidence, Arnold Hill Community Centre, Call 0115 822 4711

Plumtree School, Church Hill, Plumtree, 3-11yrs Call 0115 937 5859 Salterford House Preparatory School, Calverton, 2.5-11yrs Call 0115 965 2127 Saville House School, Mansfield Woodhouse, 2.5 -11yrs, Call 01623 625068 St Joseph’s School, Derby Rd, Nottingham, 12m-11yrs, Call 0115 941 8356 The Elms, Nursery & Primary School to Trent College, Long Eaton, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 849 4940 The Iona School, Steiner Waldorf Education, Sneinton Dale, Sneinton, 3-12yrs, Call 0115 941 5295 The Lammas School, Lammas Rd, Suttonin-Ashfield, 5-19yrs, Call 01623 516879 Trent College, Long Eaton, Boarding / Day, Co-ed 11-18yrs, Call 0115 849 4949 Wellow House School, Wellow, Pre-Prep 3-6yrs, Prep 7-13yrs, Call 01623 861054

Kumon Maths & English Tuition to Build your Child’s Confidence, Sherwood Methodist Church, Mansfield Rd, Call 0115 875 1271

Rebecca Ladds (BA MA QTS)

Private Tutor English Lit/Lang History � Sociology � Drama � Speech writing � Public speaking � English as a second language � �

07852 001754

feverpitchstudios@gmail.com References available upon request

Tutoring Classical Foundations, 1-to-1 Online Tutoring, 7yrs+, 11+ to A Level, All Subjects, Call 01949 861 407

Magikats Maths & English Study Centre, Beeston Library & West Bridgford, Call 0115 945 9941

Is your child Dyslexic?

Does your child have difficulty with reading, writing, spelling, short-term memory or organising themselves? Are they struggling to keep up at school? Are you concerned that they might be dyslexic?

10% of the population are thought to be dyslexic, 4% have severe dyslexia. New research suggests that 55% of children are failing their SAT’s due to undiagnosed dyslexia or specific learning difficulties.

Some Indicators of Dyslexia:

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finds reading difficult and has problems understanding what they have read

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reads a word on one page and can’t remember it on the next

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finds spelling difficult, reverses letters e.g. b for d or was for saw. Spells the same word several different ways in a piece of work

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learns how to spell a word one week and has forgotten it the next

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has lots of ideas, but can’t put them down on paper

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has difficulty remembering sequences such as the days of the week, the alphabet and times tables

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is disorganised at home and school, constantly loses and forgets items and information

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in other ways a bright and alert child

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frustration has led to behavioural or emotional difficulties

If you have answered yes to many of the indicators above you may wish to contact our confidential Dyslexia Helpline for free information and advice. We can provide dyslexia screening, dyslexia assessment, one to one specialist tuition and courses for dyslexic children. Call to discuss how we can help your child overcome their difficulties.

0115 924 6888

Helpline@dyslexia.uk.net / www.dyslexia.uk.net Sherwood House, 7 Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham. NG7 6LB

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Tutoring & Special Families

Beeston & West Bridgford

www.magikats.co.uk PRIVATE TUTORS NOTTINGHAM - All Subjects, All Levels, All Areas, DBS/CRB Registered, Call 0115 928 6646 Rebecca Ladds, Private Tutor, English/ History/Sociology/Drama & more Call 07852 001754

Language Classes Deutsche Samstagsschule Nottingham, German Language Development for Bilingual Children, Sat am, Call 07943 791337 French Club, Classes in Woodthorpe, Individuals & Groups, 4-16yrs Call 07824 660021 La Jolie Ronde, French & Spanish, Radcliffe on Trent, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 845 0208 La Jolie Ronde, French & Spanish, Ruddington, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 921 1695 La Jolie Ronde, French, In and Around Bingham, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 844 9727 La Jolie Ronde, French, Langar, 3-11yrs, Call 01636 830232 La Jolie Ronde, Spanish, West Bridgford, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 979 9154 Little Linguists, Fun Nursery French & Spanish Classes with Lisa, Call 07970 864248

Special Needs Support & Services ASD Support, Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Bestwood, for Parents of Autistic/ASD, Alt Wed, Call 0115 915 9152 Children’s Centre Info Svc, City Hosp, Free Info for Parents & Carers of Disabled or Ill Children, Call 0115 883 1157 Children’s Centre, City Hospital, Autism Drop-in Clinic, Call 0115 882 1157 Dyslexia Assoc, Svcs For Dyslexics of All Ages & Their Families, Call 0115 924 6888 Indigo Kids, Autism Resource Centre, 186, Beardall St, Hucknall, Call 0115 952 1164 IRIS, Information Svc for Parents of Children & Young People with Disabilities, www.askiris.org.uk Call 0115 853 3291 Mencap, Service for Children/Adults with Learning Disabilities & their Families/ Carers, Call 0115 956 1130 Norsaca, Info/Support/Adv for People Affected by Autism, Call 0115 976 1805

0115 945 9941

Notts Royal Society for the Blind, Support/Info/Adv to Help Visually Impaired Children & Adults, Call 0115 9706 806 Parent Partnership Svc, Impartial Adv/ Info/Support - Education Issues for Notts & Nottm City, Call 0115 948 2888 RVS Home Library Svc, For All Unable to Leave Home/Visit Library, Call 01909 484 437 SCOPE, Support/Info- Children and Adults with Cerebal Palsy, Call 0808 800 3333 SENAD, Community Support Services for E Mids & Specialist Schools/Colleges, Call 01332 378 840 Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Gedling, Call 0115 854 6000 Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Newark & Sherwood, Call 01636 650 000 Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Rushcliffe, Call 0115 914 1500 Special Moments Parental Support for Parents of Children with a Disabilty, Clifton Children’s Centre, Last Wed Monthly, Call 0115 876 2625 Special Needs Dental Service for Children/Adults Unable to Access Routine Dental Care, Call 0115 993 5540

Carers Support Carers Direct, Free Info/Advice/Support for People who Care for Someone Else, Call 0808 802 02 02 Face 2 Face, Supports Parents of Children with Disabilities, Call 0844 800 3333 Norsaca, Soc for Autism, Courses/ Support/Counselling, Call 0115 976 1805 Notts Dads Forum, 4 Parents/Carers of Children with Autism, facebook.com/ nottsdadsforum Notts Deaf Children’s Society, Friendly & Social Support for Deaf Children & their Families, Call 07976 157509 Rainbow Parents Carers Forum, Support for Parents/Carers of Children with Disabilities +Play Session Call 078372 78981 RUSH, Support by Parents for Parents with Children with ADHD, Call 07881 645663

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Young People Special Schools Carlton Digby School, Digby Ave, Nottingham, 3-16yrs, Call 0115 956 8289 Derrymount School, Churchmoor Ln, Arnold, 3-16yrs, Call 0115 953 4015 Nethergate Special School, Swandowne Dr, Clifton, 5-16yrs, Call 0115 915 2959 Norsaca Sutherland House School, Specialist Education & Support for Children with Autism, 3-19yrs, Call 0115 987 3375

Leisure and Sport for Disabled and Special Needs Children Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, W Bridgford, Allsorts Group for Children with Additional Needs,Alt Thurs 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 969 4480

Quitline, Help & Support to Stop Smoking, www.quit.org.uk/youthservices, Call 0800 00 22 00 Relate, Counselling for Young People, 11-25yrs Call 0115 950 7836 Runaway 24hr Helpline, Confidential Help/Adv for Under 18’s, Call Freefone 116 000 Samaritans, 24 hr Support for Distress or Suicidal Despair, Call 08457 90 90 90

Young People’s Centres Bulwell Youth Centre, Red Lion Comm Cntr, Coventry Rd, Bulwell, 11-25yrs, Call 0115 915 1592 Gedling & District Youth Club, 13, Shearing Hill, Gedling, Call 0115 961 6753

Broadway Cinema, Hockley, Autism Friendly Screening, Call 0115 952 6611

Green Lane Youth Centre, Clifton, Call 0115 915 2372

Jigsaw Youth Club, Lenton, Activities/ Trips/Fun for Young People with Aspergers/Autism, 10-25yrs, Call 0776 2207532

Keyworth Youth Club, Keyworth Youth and Community Centre, Church Drive, Call 0115 9374858

Laugh4Life, Clowning with a Purpose, Working with Children, Y People & Vulnerable Adults, Call 0115 961 1190 National Autistic Society, Youth Groups in Newark, Mansfield & Nottm for Young People with Autism/Aspergers, 11-19yrs Call 07805 203336 Nottinghamshire Powerchair Football Club, for Wheelchair Users All Ages, Call 07932 071364

Netherfield Loco, 139A, Victoria Rd, Netherfield, 8-16yrs, Call 0115 940 3546 Redhill Young People’s Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, 11-19yrs, Call 0115 920 4136 West Bridgford Young People’s Centre, WB Library, M-Sat Between 6-9.30pm, Call 0115 981 6506 William Olds Youth Centre, Chiltern Way, Bestwood Pk, Call 0115 915 9742

Other Youth Venues

Phab Nottm, Activities & Fun Days Out for Children with 1-to-1 care, enquiries@ phabnottingham.co.uk

Bulwell Riverside Youth Club, Main St, Bulwell, Wed & Fri 11-19yrs, Call 0115 883 3500

Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, West Bridgford, Gym & Spinning, 16yrs+ Call 0115 981 4027

Russell Youth Club, Lowdham St, Nottm, Call 0115 915 5869

Speech Sign & Song Club, Beeston, for U5’s with Communication Difficulties Call 0115 922 1318 St George’s Centre, Netherfield, Loco Youth Club, Juniors, Seniors & Special Kids, Call 0115 911 3302 Warrior Martial Arts, Classes for all Ages & Abilities, Arnold/West Bridgford/ Keyworth, 5-17yrs Call 0115 9226 182

Youth Services Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, C Card & Reg Thurs 2-4.30pm, Call 0115 876 470 CHILDLINE, Free & Confidential Helpline & Advice for Children, Call 0800 1111 Connexions Nottinghamshire, Advice/ Guidance/Support, for 13-19yrs, www. futuresnn.co.uk Call 0115 960 1597 Cruse Bereavement Care, Daytime Helpline Supporting Children & Young People, Call 0844 477 9400 Macmillan Cancer Support Helpline & TIC-Teenage Info on Cancer, www. click4tic.org.uk, Call 0808 808 00 00 New Leaf, Free Advice & Support for Smokers who Want to Quit, 12yrs+ Call 0800 389 7712 Notts Lesbian & Gay Switchboard, Information & Support, Call 0115 934 8485

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Outburst, Lesbian/Bi-Sexual/Gay & Trans Group for U25’s, Call 0115 952 5040

Sherwood Community Centre, Woodthorpe House, Mansfield Rd, Sherwood, Call 0115 915 3872 Snapewood Community Centre, Snapewood Rd, Bulwell, Call 0115 975 3299 St George’s Centre, Netherfield, Loco Youth Club, Juniors, Seniors & Special Kids, Call 0115 911 3302 St Judes Church, 405 Woodborough Rd, Mapperley,Wed 7.30-9pm, Call 0115 985 6131 St Mary’s Church, Family Centre, Church Lane, Arnold. Contact Ed Sands Call 0115 920 2023 St Peter’s Church, The Hermitage, Ruddington, Fusion 8yrs+, RYF Yr7+, Call 0115 878 0579.

Top Valley Community Centre Ltd, Unit 6, Top Valley Way, Call 0115 975 6016 West Bridgford Link Club, Melton Rd, West Bridgford, Disabled 13-24 yrs, Call 01623 626 972

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Parties Nottingham Climbing Centre, New Basford, Kids/Adults Groups & Parties, 4yrs+, Call 0115 924 5388 Oceans of Fun Play Centre, Hucknall, Laser Tag/Make a Bear/Pony/Ocean Soft Play Parties, Call 0115 963 3961

Party Venues Calverton Leisure Centre, Pool Inflatables/Sports/Soft Play/Bouncy Castle & Football/Pirates Parties, Call 0115 901 3800 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Soft Play/ Indoor & Outdoor Sports/Bouncy Castle/ Small Pool Parties, Call 0115 987 2333 City of Caves, Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, Dig Deep in the Caves for a Cool Party! Call 0115 988 1955 Denz Indoor Playcentre, Beeston, Special Party Deals/3 Private Rooms, Call 0115 925 5007 Floralands Farm Park, Catfoot Lane, Lambley, Parties in The Party Barn, Call 0115 926 8137 Galleries of Justice, High Pavement, Hang out with the Villainous Sheriff of Nottingham & Others!

Call 0115 952 0555

Ollie’s Fun Shack, Sherwood Energy Village, New Ollerton, Soft Play Parties 0-10yrs Call 01623 860842 Pirates Play Centre, Sherwood, Toddlers/ Juniors/Pirates & Princesses/Disco/VIP, Call 01159 603363 Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Disco/Multi Sports/Football Parties, Sat/Sun, Call 0115 956 9996 Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, West Bridgford, Football & Run Riot Parties, 2-10yrs, Call 0115 981 4027 Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, W Bridgford, Pool Parties, Inflatables/Flume & Flume/ Floats, Sat 5.30pm, Call 0115 923 4921 Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, Bouncy Castle/Soft Play/Football, Sun Only, Call 0115 923 4921 Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood, Pool Parties with Inflatables & Floats, Sat 3.30-5pm Only, Call 0115 915 1595 White Post Farm Centre, Farnsfield for Free Range Children’s Parties & Farmer Days, Call 01623 882977

Fancy Kids Parties - Princesses/Pirates/ Games/Magic & More for your Party/ Event, Call 07970 402189 Hoods Hideout Soft Play Adventure Centre, Beechdale Swimming Centre, 0-11yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Jango’s Indoor Play Centre, Forest Town, Soft Play Parties from £75 for 14 Kids,, Call 01623 465465 Jimmy Beans Children’s Play & Party Centre, Sutton, Parties/Private Hire, Great Prices! 0-10yrs, Call 01623 550333 Jungletastic, Soft Adventure Play, Nuthall, Jungle Boogie/Play & Private Parties Avail, Call 0115 975 1113 Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive,Sat- Pool Parties, Sat/Sun- Bouncy Castle/Jungle Gym/Trampoline Call 0115 937 5582

Party Entertainers Barry Kay the Children’s Entertainment Specialist, Comedy Magic Shows, Magic/ Children’s Discos, Call 0115 914 7314 Billy Beanbag Childrens Theatre, College Street Centre, Nottm, Drama Parties, 3yrs+ Call 07979 730 710 Bongo Bongo Parties, Singy Laughy Jumpy Fun for Babies & Big Kids!

Call 07790 151090 Boogie Beat Classes & Parties based around Fairy Tales & Rhymes, Call 07896 759024 Caterpillar Music, Amazing Parties for Little Ones, Call 0870 199 8732

Kool Kids Indoor Adventure Playcentre, City College, Carlton Rd, 6m-11yrs, Call 0115 950 0125

Clip Clop Pony Rides, Child-Friendly Ponies for Parties & Events for Kids 2-12yrs & Weddings, Call 01623 750936

Little Drivers Soft Play, Staplefd, Disco/ Laser Tag/Football/Soft Play/Glitter Girls/ Be My Bear, Call 0115 939 2211

Creation Station, The Ultimate Fun Arts & Crafts Birthday Party! Call 0844 824 4513

Mouse Trap Soft Play, Main St, Bulwell, Disco/Little Cherubs/VIP/Birthday Parties, Call 0115 975 2880

Excel Sports Coaching, Football, Multisports, Gold Medal Games & Streetdance Parties, All Ages, Call 0115 832 0118

Fizzy the Fairy Clown, Children’s Parties for Girls & Boys 3-7yrs, Call 0115 953 2587 Freddie Magical Entertainer, Amazing Magic for All the Family!

Call 0115 961 4551 Funky Pots, Loughborough Rd, West Bridgford, Paint a Pot Parties, All Ages Call 0115 981 1639 Gizmo’s Lab, Exciting Children’s Science Parties, Call 07505 862 415 Helen’s Face Painting, Professional Service, CRB Checked, Call 07957 785801 Jabberjacks Children’s Parties for 2-7 yrs. Fun-filled Entertainment! Call 07741 482881, www.jabberjacks.co.uk/southnottinghamshire Jo Jingles, Music, Singing and Movement Parties for 3m-5yrs, Call 0870 900 4567 Jumicar, Junior Driving Parties with Junior Sized Cars! 1yr+ (With Adult) & 6yrs+ Call 0797 143 9522 Kiddycook, Children’s Educational Cookery Parties in Your Own Home or Venue, 2-11yrs Call 07540 061725

For a free listing or to advertise call 01773 528927 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Parties

Pogo the Clown, Magic/Puppets/ Juggling/Stilts/Bouncy Castle, Call 0115 961 1190 Popsters Children’s Disco & Sparkle Pamper Parties, All Ages, Call 07960 589828 Quasar, Cranbrooke St, Nottingham, Lazer Parties 7yrs+ Call 0115 958 9178 Razzle Dazzle Potttery Painting Parties, Fun for all the Family, See Website, Call 0115 905 6029 Slot Carz R Uz, Digital Scalextric/ Outdoor Games Specialists, Call 079 1234 8185

Nottingham Off Road Events, Farnsfield, 4x4 Family Ride Round, Buggy & Mini Buggy Parties, 7yrs+, Call 0115 953 9865

Langar Kart & Quad Centre, Langar Airfield, Karting, Quad Biking, Action & Adventure, 6yrs+ Call 01949 861155

Pandora, Lady Magician for Children’s Parties, Magic/Music/Games & Parachute, Call 0115 841 1499

Little Wickets, Cricket Fun & Games for Under 7’s & Toddlers Too! Call 0115 924 8476

Party Punkz, Tribute Acts to your Child’s Favourite TV Characters, Call 07720 886597

Louby Lou, Face Painting, Hair Braiding, Balloons & More! Call 07752 912707

Peter Presto, Very funny Children’s Magic Shows. Includes Cute, Clever Puppets!

Visit Website. Call 0115 981 6407

Mad Science Parties, Fun & Interactive, 5-12yrs, Call 0115 922 1113 Magical Movers, Music & Dance Parties for the Under 5’s, Call 07753 884911

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Pinks Pamper Parties, Pamper Parties for Girls 4-18 yrs, Party Packages to Suit Any Budget, Call 07876 732159

Big Bounce, Nottinghamshire’s Leading Bouncy Castle Hire, Call 0115 952 6678 Billaboing, Bouncy Castle/Slide/ Inflatables/Rodeo Bull Hire/Soft Play, All Ages, Call 0115 846 2581

Squiggles Playbus, Soft play Centre on Wheels, Let the Party Come to You! Call 07729 443962

Children’s Party Hire, Ball Pools, Toys & Soft Play Party Packages, Call 07817 322195

SUPER SPARKLE PARTIES, Magical Fairytale Parties & Events Call 07580 533499

Classy Cupcakes & Posh Patisserie, High Quality, Beautiful & Quirky Cupcakes & Cakes, Call 07850 650885

Tatty and Baby Bumpkin Classes, Fun Yoga Inspired Classes and Parties Call 07956 463411

Gingerbread Dough, Yummy Cupcakes for Parties www.gingerbreaddough.com

Tumble Tots, Active Physical Play Parties, 1-5yrs, Call 0115 958 9767

Kiddycook, Children’s Educational Cookery, West Bridgford, Sat am, 2-11yrs Call 07540 061725

Party Supplies

Charming Celebrations Balloons and Gifts For All Special Occasions, Call 07582 978231

The Nottingham Riding Centre, West Bridgford, Pony Parties, 5 for £35/10 for £70, Bring Own Food/Picnic, 4yrs+ Call 0115 982 7148

New Youth Theatre, Mansfield, Bestwood Village & W Bridgford, Musical Birthday Parties, 3-16yrs, Call 01623 406284

St George’s Centre, Netherfield, Halls & Smaller Rooms Available for Parties/ Functions etc. Call 0115 911 3302

SPROUTS-Dance & Drama, Awesome Birthday Adventures, 4-7yrs Call 0115 875 8036

THE BEAR FACTORY AT HOME, Build Your Own Teddy Bear Parties @ Your Venue, E.oliviakillelay@yahoo.com Call 01427 616887 www.thebearfactoryathome.vpweb.co.uk

Party Entertainers Contd

Richard Herrod Centre, Carlton, Rooms Available for Parties/Weddings/ Functions/Meetings/Funerals, Call 0115 961 2949

Viva Le Party, Tailor Made Parties for Kids, Teens or Adults. Call 07983 704663 Whizbangpop, Entertainers for Kids Parties, Prices from £145, Insured and CRB, Call 0845 017 1077

Room & Hall Hire Burnside Memorial Hall, Plumtree, Hall, Room & Kitchen Available for Functions & Parties, Call 0115 937 4915 Highbank Community Centre, Farnborough Rd, Clifton, Call 0115 9746333 Little Drivers Soft Play, Stapleford, Hire the Soft Play & Football Areas, Call 0115 939 2211 Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Room Hire for Functions & Events + Bar Hire, Call 0115 956 9996

Knot Just Jigs, Traditional Toys, Party Bags, Supplies & Fillers, Call 07805 025945 Planet Yurt, Yurt Hire for Events, Parties & Short Breaks, Call 07582 099254 Rainbow Soft Play Hire, Great Fun for the Under 5’s at Parties, Christenings & Weddings, Call 07855 822 108 Super Soft Play Hire. Ages 0-5 www. supersoftplay.co.uk Call 0115 846 2581 Tots Party Time, Themed Party Ware in Conjunction with Rainbow Soft Play, Call 01949 838 262

Leisure Centres Arnold Leisure Centre, High St, Arnold, Closed for Refurbishment until February ‘14 Call 0115 967 0114 Bingham Leisure Centre, The Banks, Call 01949 838 628 Calverton Leisure Centre, Flatts Lane, Calverton Call 0115 901 3800 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Coningswath Rd, , Call 0115 987 2333 Clifton Leisure Centre, Southchurch Dr, Clifton, Call 0115 876 1600.

Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Hucknall Lane, Bulwell, Call 0115 915 1555 Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Keyworth, Call 0115 937 5582

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Activities for Children 5-16yrs Nottingham Tennis Centre, University Boulevard, Call 0115 876 1600..

Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Call 0115 956 9996 Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, West Bridgford, Call 0115 981 4027 Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford, Call 0115 923 4921 SNC ACTIVE Farnborough Sports Centre, Farnborough Rd, Clifton, Call 0115 984 1140 Southglade Leisure Centre, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Call 0115 915 1595

Climbing and Mountaineering Freedom Climber, Nottm Tennis Centre, Revolutionary Rock Climbing Trainer, 14yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600..

Nottingham Climbing Centre, New Basford, Kids Sessions, 5-7yrs & 7-16yrs Call 0115 998 8233

Cookery Classy Cupcakes & Posh Patisserie, Entertaining Cupcake Workshops, 5-14yrs, Call 07850 650885

Cricket Gedling Colliery Cricket Club, Plains Rd, Mapperley, Junior Cricket, all Ages from Kwik to U15’s, Call 07909 985392 Keyworth Cricket Club, Elm Avenue, U 13’s - Adult, Call 07905 934015

Arts and Crafts Funky Pots, Loughborough Rd, W Bridgford, Have Fun & Paint Your Own Pot! Call 0115 981 1639 Razzle Dazzle Pots, Mapperley, Pottery Painting for all the Family, Call 0115 905 6029

Little Wickets, Under 7’s Cricket Fun & Games, Numerous Venues Across Notts, 2-6yrs, Call 0115 924 8476

Cycling Explore Nottingham guided cycle rides.

All ages& abilities welcome, www. thebigwheel.org.uk, Call 0115 9251672

Dance and Drama

Southglade Park Library Children’s Craft Session, Sat 10.30-12, Call 0115 876 1055

Badminton City Junior Badminton Club, Ellis Guilford Sports Centre, Basford, Call 0115 913 1759 Forum Foxes Junior Badminton Club, Carlton Forum, Sat 12.30, 8-17yrs, Call 0115 958 0218 Mapperley Park Junior Badminton Club, Elliott Durham Sch, Sat am Juniors, Call 0115 961 1115 Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Junior Badminton, Sat 9-11am, 8-14yrs, Call 0115 956 9996

Basketball Nottingham Wildcats Basketball Centre, Bakersfield, Mini Ballers - Adults, Call 0115 915 0108

Beavers and Cubs Nottinghamshire Scouts, Activities for Young People 6-10 Call 0115 952 3617

Billy Beanbag Childrens Theatre, College Street Centre, Nottm, Drama for 5-18yrs, Call 07979 730 710 Bingham Leisure Centre, Sway Street Dance, Sat 9.15am, 8-15yrs, Call 01949 838 628

Book Clubs

Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Junior Street Dance, Thurs 4-5pm, 8yrs+ Call 0115 987 2333

Carlton Library, Manor Rd, Carlton, Reading Club, One Afternoon per Month, Call 0115 987 0276

Dancin’ Motion, Green Lane Youth Centre, Clifton, Mon 4-7pm, Call 0115 915 2372

Bowling and Skittles

Flying High Expressive Arts Co. Dance/ Drama/Singing/Musical Theatre Workshops, 4-19yrs, Call 07946 703821

Tenpin Nottingham, Clifton Blvd, Redfield Way, Lenton Call 0871 222 3675

Circus Skills Tuyo Circus Arts, Children’s Trapeze & Acrobatic Classes at Iona School, Sneinton, www.tuyocircusarts.co.uk, Call Jackie on 07976 384492

Gedling Ballet School, Gedling Memorial Hall & Carlton Academy, RAD Ballet, Call 0115 955 4164 Gillespie School of Dancing, Mapperley, Ballroom, Latin & Freestyle Classes, 3yrs+ Call 07754 127992 Helen O’Grady Drama Academy, Classes in Carlton & West Bridgford, 5-17yrs, Call 0845 310 0166

New Youth Theatre is extremely pleased to announce that their next Junior production will be “Grease The Musical Jnr”. This fantastic show has not been available to amateur/community groups for over 20 years due to the phenomenal success it has received both in the West end and with the various touring productions. New Youth Theatre is delighted to be one of the first groups in the local area to be able to stage this production. Rehearsals will begin in January 2014 and show will be staged at the Bonington Theatre in Arnold from the 27th March – 1st April 2014.

Grease is a musical about teens in love in the 1950’s. It’s California and greaser Danny Zuko and Australian Sandy Dumbrowski are in love. They spend time at the beach, but when they go back to school, what either of them doesn’t know is that they both now attend Rydell High. Danny’s the leader of the T-Birds, a group of black-jacket greasers while Sandy hangs with the Pink Ladies, a group of pinkwearing girls led by Rizzo. While ‘hip’ Danny and ‘wholesome’ Sandy resolve the problems of their mutual attraction for each other, the gang sings and dances its way through such nostalgic scenes as the pyjama party, the prom, the burger palace, and the drive-in movie. In the end Sandy realises that she must change herself to truly be accepted by Danny and his friends.

The New Youth Theatre concept is simple. Children between the ages of 3-12 years are taught how to develop and improve their performing arts skills whilst rehearsing for a fully staged musical each term. Taster Sessions are being held in January 2014. To join the energetic cast in this and future productions call:

01623 406284 Or visit www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/mansfield Or www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/nottingham

Four family tickets to be won to see GREASE

Bonington Theatre, Arnold on 27th or 28th March 2014 For your chance to win a family ticket for 4 please answer this question; Danny is leader of the ....? a) T-Rex b) T-Birds c) T-Shirts Please email your answer, name, address, phone number and where you picked up your copy of the Family Grapevine to: cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk or enter online at www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts or post to Family Grapevine, 18 Dixie Street, Jacksdale, Nottingham NG16 5JZ. Closing date: Friday 31/1/14 To view full T&C’s please visit ‘competitions’ on either of our websites

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Activities for Children 5-16yrs NOW AT

CLIFTON

LEISURE CENTRE Radcliffe Sword Club 8-week Beginners’ programmes Juniors (age 9+) & Adults (15+) start 14 January 2014 To book a place contact Norman on

norman.randall@englandfencing.org.uk or 0115 911 0050

www.radcliffeswordclub.co.uk

Dance and Drama Contd.

Junkshop Theatre Company, City Centre Venue, 1st Session Free, Sun 3-5pm, 11-19yrs, Call 07973 598643 K2D Dance, Bulwell Riverside, Fun and Friendly Street Dance, Sat 1.15-2.15pm Call 07527 378279

Simply Dance, Mapperley Methodist Church, Musical Theatre/Ballet/Modern & More! 2-10yrs, Call 07796 352969 Spotlight Dance, Ballet/Tap/ Freestyle 3yrs+, Ruddington/ New Basford/Wollaton, Join in our Show at Nottingham Playhouse!

Call 07502 288520

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Cheerleading, Sat 11.30am, 8-11yrs, Call 0115 937 5582

Spritzer Performing Arts, Street & Contemporary Dance/Bhangra/ Zumba, Various Venues, 5yrs-Adults, Call 07794 088680

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Sway Street Dance, Sat 10.30am, 8-11yrs, Call 0115 937 5582

SPROUTS-Dance, Drama & Singing, Fri evenings, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 875 8036

Keyworth School of Theatre Dance, Webster Hall, Nottm Rd, All Classes in Theatre Dance, 2yr-Adult, Call 0115 937 5150 Little Imps, Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, Improvised Comedy & Drama for 8-12 yrs, Call 0115 981 0595 Lockton School of Dance, Ballroom/ Latin/Disco/Street, Exam Work & Shows, Ruddington & City Centre, 3-18 yrs, Call 0115 846 5891 or 07977 298559 Lorna Leighton School of Dancing, Tap/Ballet/Street/Majorette at Redhill/ Carlton/Calverton/Lowdham, 2yrs+ Call 0115 967 3383 Louisa Holmes School of Performing Arts, Daybrook, Ballet/Tap/Street/Musical Theatre, 3-18yrs Call 0115 962 4648 Marcia Jones Sch of Dance, Beeston/ Hucknall/Mapperley, All Ages Call 0115 922 6499 New Youth Theatre, Bestwood Village & W Bridgford, Musicals for Kids (3-16yr) Call 01623 406284 Nottingham Playhouse, Intermediate Youth Theatre 11-14yrs, Thurs 4.30-6.30pm Call 0115 941 9419 Nottingham Theatre Dance School, Carlton, Jazz/Street/Drama/Ballet/ Tap/Modern & Singing 5yrs-Adult, Call 0115 956 2956

Stagecoach Theatre Arts, West Bridgford, The Beckett School, 4-18yrs Call 0115 925 8250 The Midlands Academy of Dance & Drama, 428 Carlton Hill, for Theatre & TV Training, Call 0115 911 0401 Theatretrain, West Bridgford, Dance/Acting/Singing, 6-18yrs Call 0115 975 0139 Young Film Makers, Royal Centre, Creative Film & Drama for 8-16yrs, Sat 10-1pm, Call 0870 383 0082

Fencing Radcliffe Sword Club, Clifton Leisure Centre, Beginners-Tues, Intermediate & Advanced-Wed, 9yrs+, Call 0115 911 0050

First Aid & Life Skills St John Ambulance, County HQ, Valley Rd, Basford & Mansfield, Call 0115 978 4625

Fitness and Exercise Calverton Leisure Centre, Flatts Lane, Gym Sessions 14yrs+ Call 0115 901 3800 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Youth Gym, Mon-Fri 3.30-8.30pm & Sat 10-3.30pm, 8yrs+ Call 0115 987 2333 Clifton Leisure Centre, Zumbatonic, Mon 4.45-5.30, 5-8yrs, Call 0115 876 1600.

Nottm Playhouse Junior Youth Theatre Wed, 9-11yrs, 4.30-6.00pm, Call 0115 941 9419

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Junior Pump Youth Gym, M/W/Th/Sun am, 11-15yrs Call 0115 937 5582

Razzamataz, Djanogly Academy, Sherwood Rise, Dance Drama & Singing, 5-18yrs, Call 07971 198010

Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Junior Gym Membership, 14-16yrs Call 0115 956 9996

Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Junior Hip Hop, Mon 5-6pm, 8-14yrs, Call 0115 956 9996

Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, West Bridgford, Gym 16yrs+ Call 0115 981 4027

Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, West Bridgford, SWAY Streetdance, Mon 4.30pm, 4-7yrs, 5.15pm 8-11yrs, Call 0115 981 4027

Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, Junior Pump Gym, Tue/ Thur 3.30-5.30, Sat 10-12am, 11-15yrs, Call 0115 923 4921

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Football Arnold Town FC, Eagle Valley, Oxton Rd, Arnold, Boys U7’s+ & Girls U9’s+, Call 0115 965 6000

Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, Trampolining, Mon/Tues from 5.30pm, Wed/Thur from 6pm, 5yrs+ Call 0115 923 4921

Brazilian Soccer Schools, Coaching Sessions at Bramcote, West Bridgford & Wilford, 4-13yrs Call 0115 922 8890

St George’s Centre, Netherfield, Trampolining Club in Loco Centre, Fri 4-5pm & 5-6pm, All Ages Call 0115 911 3302

Keyworth United Community Football Club, Platts Lane, Reception & Yr 1-Adult, Call 0115 9749701

Top Valley Gymnastics Club, Top Valley Rd, Coaching & Artistic Gymnastics, 5-15yrs, www.topvalleygymnastics.org.uk

Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, All Purpose Outdoor Pitch for Hire, Call 0115 956 9996

History Archaeology and Genealogy

Sherwood FC, Carrington Sports Ground, Mapperley Park, Boys & Girls U7’s+, www.sherwoodfc.com West Bridgford Colts FC, Regatta Way, West Bridgford, Boys & Girls 5yrs+, www. wbcfc.org

Guiding Girlguiding Notts, Exciting Fun Activities for All Girls 5yrs+ Call 0115 987 7220

Gymnastics and Trampoline Bingham Leisure Centre, The Banks, Trampolining Lessons, Tues 4.45pm & 5.45pm, 5yrs+ Call 01949 838 628 Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Gymnastics Mon & Wed Evenings, 5yrs+ Call 0115 937 5582 Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Trampoling Tues Evening, 6yrs+ Call 0115 937 5582

Nottinghamshire Archives, Nottm, Family & County History, Call 0115 958 1634 Rockwatch, Geology for the Young!

Magazine & Events, www.rockwatch.org. uk, Call 020 7734 5398 Young Archaeologists’ Club, Southwell, 8-16yrs, Call 01636 815394

Hockey South Nottingham Hockey Club, Bingham Leisure Centre, Sun 10am, 6yrs+ Call 0115 841 2820

Horseriding Arkenfield Stables, Lowdham Rd, Gunthorpe, Call 0115 966 4574 Avenue Farm Riding School, Old Melton Rd, Keyworth, Call 0115 937 2233 Bassingfield Riding School, Greenfields, Radcliffe on Trent, Call 0115 981 6806 Belle View Stables, New Rd, Colston Bassett, Call 01949 81565

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Activities for Children 5-16yrs Bulcote Riding Stables, Southwell Rd, Lowdham, Call 0115 931 2946 Gertrude Road Riding Stables, West Bridgford, Call 0115 981 3658 Lings Lane Riding Stables, Keyworth, Call 0115 937 2527

Music for Everyone, Nottingham Youth Voices, Emmanuel School, Wilford, Tues 7.15pm, 14-19yrs Call 0115 958 9312 Nottingham Boys Choir, St Paul’s Church, Carlton, Wed 5.15pm & 6.15pm, 6yrs+ Call 01636 702054

Sixways Riding, Goosedale Lane, Bestwood Village, Call 0115 964 0385

Nottingham Youth Orchestra, Young Musicians in East Midlands, Call 01636 815193

St. Clement’s Lodge Riding School, Woods Lane, Calverton, Call 0115 965 5994

Notts Youth Jazz Orchestra for Young Musicians in Notts, www.nottsnyjo.co.uk

The Nottingham Riding Centre, Adbolton Lane, West Bridgford, 4yrs+ Call 0115 982 7148 Woodside Riding School, Bestwood Lodge Drive, Arnold, Call 0115 926 5147

Ice Sports National Ice Centre, The Lace Market, Nottingham, Call 0843 373 3000

Martial Arts Aikido Shudokan Black Belt Academy, Riverside Way, West Bridgford, 4yrs+ & Adults, Call 0800 6121 136 Carlton Arena Taekwondo, Classes in Carlton, Gamston & West Bridgford, 5yrs+ Call 0115 945 2511 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Junior Judo, Sun 10.30-11.30am U10’s, 11.30-12.30 10yrs+, Call 0115 987 2333 Dragon River, Learn TAI CHI! Friendly class, Monday 7pm, Arnold Hill School, 16yrs+ Call 01623 431950

Music Teachers Classical Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo & Ukulele, Arnold, Home Based or Will Visit, Call 0115 967 0391 Jenny Ivas, Bakersfield, Piano & Keyboard Tuition, Exams/GCSE-A Level/Aural Training, Call 0115 987 5091 The Magical Music Club, Sneinton, Fun Musical Training for Children, 2-18yrs, Call 07900 526634 Tricia Moores, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Cor Anglais, Bassoon, Recorder & Theory, In your Own Home, Call 07425 135 385

Netball

Multi Sports Excel Sports Coaching, Bingham Leisure Centre, Mult-Sports, Sat 10-11am, 4-11yrs Call 0115 832 0118 Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Active Families Sessions Mon 4-5pm, Call 0115 915 1555

Music Groups Music for Everyone, Nottingham Boys Voices, Emmanuel School, Wilford, Tues 6.15, Sch Yrs 3-9, Call 0115 958 9312 Music for Everyone, Nottingham Girls Voices, Emmanuel School, Wilford, Tues 6.15pm, Sch Yrs 3-9, Call 0115 958 9312

Squash Calverton Leisure Centre, Flatts Lane, Junior Squash, Fri 4.30pm onwards, 6yrs+, Call 0115 901 3800

Bingham Leisure Centre, The Banks, Swimming Lessons, Every Weekday, Various Times, 0- 101! Call 01949 838 628

Orienteering

Calverton Leisure Centre, Public Inflatables Session, All Ages, Sat 6.30-7.30pm Call 0115 901 3800

Outdoor Pursuits

Warrior Martial Arts, Classes for all Ages & Abilities, Arnold/West Bridgford/ Keyworth, 5-17yrs Call 0115 9226 182

Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood, Nottm Swim School, M/T/W/F & Sat 0-8yrs+, Call 0115 915 1595

Nottingham City Netball Club, Nottm Girls’ High School, U9’s - Adults, Call 0115 946 0634

Notts Taekwondo, Classes in Sandiacre, Chilwell & West Bridgford, 5yrs+ Call 07533 691953

Ruddington Shotokan Karate Club, Village Hall, Wilford Rd, Juniors- Adults, Wed eve & Sun am, Call 07986 858608

Nottinghamshire Scouts, Activities for Young People 11-18, Call 0115 952 3617

Swimming, Sub Aqua and Water Polo

Rushcliffe Orienteering, Rushcliffe Country Park, Tues 6.30pm, Call 0115 982 0651

Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Junior Karate, Tue/Thur 5-7pm, 5yrs+ Call 0115 956 9996

Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, Family Night Swimming, Flume/Floats, Sat 6.30-7.30pm, Call 0115 923 4921

Bingham Bullettes Netball Club, Bingham Leisure Centre, Mon 7pm, U14’s, Call 01949 837742

KickFit International Martial Arts Academy, Carrington St. Nottingham, 4yrs+ Call 0115 9242240

PKA Midlands Kickboxing, Bestwood, Calverton, Arnold & West Bridgford, Juniors - Adults, Call 07921 215245

Scouts and Explorer Scouts

Nottingham Off Road Events, Fast Furious Dirty Fun in Buggies & 4x4’s, 7yrs+, Great for Parties!

Call 0115 953 9865

Rainbows and Brownies

Lady Bay Tennis Club, Pierrepont Rd, West Bridgford, Mini Tennis 5-10yrs, Juniors 11yrs+ & Adults Call 0115 933 8363 Magdala Tennis Club, Mapperley Park, Juniors - Adults Call 0115 969 2120

Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Float Fun, Sat 3.30-4.30 & Sun 4.30-5.30. U8’s Accompanied, Call 0115 987 2333

Musters Tennis Club, Musters Rd, W Bridgford, Junior Coaching Fri 5.30pm & Sat, Call 0115 914 0035

Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Gedling Swim Stars, Learn to Swim Programme, 3yrs+ Call 0115 987 2333

Nottingham Tennis Centre, University Boulevard, Call 0115 876 1600..

Rollerskates and Skateboards

Clifton Leisure Centre, Nottingham Swim School, Mon-Wed & Sat 0-5yrs, 5-8yrs & 8yrs+, Call 0115 876 1600.

Calverton Leisure Centre, Inflatables/ Music & Roller Disco, All Ages, 7-8.30pm, Call 0115 901 3800

Clifton Leisure Centre, Pool Disco, Fri 5.30-6pm & 6.45-7.45pm, 8yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600.

Rugby and Mini Rugby

Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Notts Swim School, Mon-Wed & Sat, 0-8yrs+ Call 0115 915 1555

Sailing

Keyworth Tennis Club Elm Ave, Mini Tennis, Juniors & Adults, Call 01949 81671

Mapperley Park Tennis Club, Carisbrooke Dr, Mini Tennis, Juniors- Adult, Call 07815 198806

Girlguiding Notts, Exciting Fun Activities for All Girls 5yrs+ Call 0115 987 7220

Mellish Rugby Football Club, Mapperley Plains, U7’s - Adult, www.pitchero.com/ clubs/mellishrfcltd/

Ellis Guilford Tennis Club, Ellis Guildford Sports Centre, Basford, Junior Coaching, Call 0115 913 1759

Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Disco Inflatables & Swim Fri 6-7pm, 8-14yrs, Call 0115 987 2333

Clifton Leisure Centre, Family Swim Sessions Available Sat & Sun, Call 0115 876 1600.

Keyworth Junior RFC, Willoughby Road , Widmerpool, U7’s-U15’s, www. keyworthjuniorrfc.co.uk

Tennis

West Bridgford Tennis Club, Off Wilford Lane, Mini Tennis 5-9yrs, Juniors 9-16yrs Call 0115 981 1699

Watersports National Water Sports Centre, Holme Pierrepont, Wide Range of Water Sports & Outdoor Pursuits Call 0115 982 4707

Yoga for Kids Shine Kids Yoga-Fun Yoga for 1-11yrs.

First Public Class FREE. Call 07982 246072

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Swimming Lessons 3yrs+ Call 0115 937 5582 Puddle Ducks Swim Academy, Unique Classes for 5-8yrs, Radcliffe & Keyworth, Call 07906 191504

Nottingham Sailing Club, Adbolton Lane, West Bridgford, Junior Sailing & Training, Sat April-Sept, Call 0115 982 1127

Radford Swimming Club, Swim 21 Accredited, Various Locations & Times, 4yrs+, Non-swimmers to Competition Level, Call 079 323 776 90

SONAS, School of Navigation & Seamanship, Local Tuition / RYA Courses, Call 0115 939 9825

Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, W Bridgford, Swimming Lessons Mon-Fri 4-6.30pm, Sat 10-3pm, 6m+ Call 0115 923 4921

Have a happy peaceful Christmas!

For a free listing or to advertise call 01773 528927 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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Sat 23rd Nov-Tues 24th Dec: Santa’s Grotto at Rufford Abbey.

Various times-see website for details. £5 per child (includes a small gift). T08449 80 80 80. enquiries@nottscc. gov.uk. www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/ ruffordcp/

Sat 7th-Sun 22nd Dec: The People’s Theatre Company Nottingham present Sleeping Beauty the pantomime! At Nottm Arts Theatre.

Various Times including selected matinees. Please see the website for more details. www.nottinghamtheatre.co.uk Sat 7th Dec-Sun 12th Jan: Peter Pan at Nottingham Theatre Royal.

T- 0115 989 5555 www.trch.co.uk Sat 7th Dec: 11-3.45pm. Beanbag Music Club: Snow! Santa!

Surprise! Tinsel! Tree! Crackers! at Nottingham Theatre Royal.

Tickets £7 or £6 if you book 3 or more Beanbag concerts. T- 0115 989 5555 www.trch.co.uk Wed 11th Dec-Sat 4th Jan: Rapunzel at Nottingham Playhouse. It’s the perfect Christmas treat for 4 – 8 year-olds and their families. Tickets: £7 - £8. T- 0115 941 9419 Sat 21st-Mon 23rd Dec: Peter Pan, The Never Ending Story at Capital FM Arena. Peter Pan will fly! T- 0844 124 624. www.capitalfmarena.com Tues 28th Jan-Sat 1st Feb: The Snowman at Nottingham Theatre Royal. T- 0115 989 5555 www.trch. co.uk

FAMILY THEATRE & PANTOMIME Wed 6th-Sun 10th Nov: 7.30pm.

Slava’s Snowshow at Nottingham Theatre Royal. A mix of comedy, poignancy and stunning spectacle.

8 years and over. T- 0115 989 5555 www.trch.co.uk Wed 6th-Sun 10th Nov: 8pm.

Cirque Du Soleil Alegria at Capital FM Arena. Alegría features an international cast of 55 performers and musicians from 17 countries and showcases breath-taking acrobatics.T-0844 124 624. www. capitalfmarena.com Sat 9th Nov: 11&2pm. YUMMM! at Nottingham Playhouse. NB-11am performance is tailored for 2 – 4 yrs, and the 2pm performance is a slightly longer version tailored for 4 – 7 yrs.

Tickets: Adults £7.00 - Children £6.00. T- 0115 941 9419 Fri 15th Nov: 7.30pm. The Hitch Hikers Guide To The Galaxy at Nottingham Theatre Royal. T- 0115 989 5555 www.trch.co.uk

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Sun 17th Nov: 1.30-4.30pm. Once in a Blue Moon at Lakeside Arts Centre. It’s the moon’s birthday!

We are having a party and you are invited … But during the party the moon disappears! journey through strange lands and meet some curious characters along the way 3 – 6 yrs. and their families. £7. T- 0115 846 7777. www.lakesidearts.org.uk Fri 22nd Nov-Sun 1st Dec: New Youth Theatre proudly presents “Annie Jnr” at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold. Start Times Vary.

All Tickets £7.50. T- 01623 406284 Sun 24th Nov: 3pm. Boing at Lakeside Arts Centre. Suitable for 3-10 years and their families. Who can sleep on Christmas Eve? £7.

T- 0115 846 7777.

Sat 8th Feb: 11-3.45pm. Beanbag Music Club: O Duo at Nottingham Theatre Royal. Tickets £7 or £6 if you book 3 or more Beanbag concerts. T0115 989 5555 www.trch.co.uk

WHERE’S SANTA Sat 23rd Nov-Mon 23rd Dec: Santa’s Grotto at Ferry Farm Park & Restaurant. Weekends only & Mon 23rd Dec. Do not miss the opportunity to visit Santa and have a great day out at Ferry Farm! All the usual attractions will be open…. go karts, adventure playground, indoor soft play area, animal barn, rare breeds, assault course, zip line and so much more! Ferry Farm is currently open Thursday to Sunday.

Visiting Santa is included with the entrance ticket. A top quality present from Santa’s sack (such as Hello Kitty Fallen Angel or Ice Age Characters) is only £5 extra.

Fri 29th Nov-Sat 18th Jan: Jack and the Beanstalk at Nottingham Playhouse. £20 - £27.50 (Family Ticket £65). T- 0115 941 9419

Sat 23rd Nov-Sun 22nd Dec: 11-4pm. St. Nicholas’ Yuletide Grotto at Sherwood Forest Country Park. Weekends only £5 per child (including gift). T-01623 823202.

Fri 6th-Wed 29th Dec: A Christmas Carol at Lakeside Arts Centre.

4yrs+ and their families. £8.50 & £10 on Christmas Eve when there are beds to be jumped on! T- 0115 846 7777. www.lakesidearts.org.uk

Sat 23rd Nov-Sun 22nd Dec: Santa’s Grotto at Oceans of Fun, Hucknall. Weekends only. Each child visiting Santa will receive a present. Only £3.50 per child. Normal admission charges apply. T- 0115 963 3961

Thurs 12th Dec: 11-1pm. Snack time with Santa at Jungletastic, Nuthall. £6.50 per child. T- 0115 975 1113 Thurs 12th Dec: 4-6pm. Dancing with Santa at Jungletastic, Nuthall. £6.50 per child. Play, hot or cold meal (additional £1.50 to meet with Santa in his grotto for a gift). T- 0115 975 1113 Mon 16th Dec-Fri 20th & Mon 23rd Dec: 9.30-12pm. Breakfast with Santa at Oceans of Fun, Hucknall.

Cereals, fruit, toast, juice, visit Santa in his beautiful grotto, present for every child, £5.95 per child, no need to book.

Fri 13th; Sun 15th; Sun 22nd Dec: 12-3pm. Visit Santa at Nottingham Castle. Come along and visit Santa in the bastion of Nottingham Castle. £3.00. T- 0115 915 3700

CHRISTMAS FAIRS Sat 9th Nov: 11-3pm.

Nottinghamshire Hospice Festive Fair. Held at the Hospice, our Festive Fair never disappoints! Come and browse our Christmas gift stalls, followed by a well-earned rest from your shopping with a selection of delicious cakes and something warming from our tea room. £1 for adults, 50p for children. T- 0115 910 1008 (option 3) or email fundraising@ nottshospice.org Sat 9th-Sun 10th Nov: 10-5pm.

Lustre: Craft Makers Market at Lakeside Arts Centre. T- 0115 846 7777 www.lakesidearts.org.uk Sat 9th-Sun 10th Nov: 10.30-4pm.

Rufford Christmas Market. To be held in the Courtyard at Rufford Abbey. Car park charge applies. T08449 80 80 80.

Tues 19th Nov-Sun 29th Dec: 2-4pm.

Creative Greenhouse Presents at Rufford Craft Centre.Unique items designed and made by selected Creative Greenhouse members & local artists and craftspeople T08449 80 80 80.

Sat 23trd Nov: 10-2pm. Christmas Fayre at Tiny Talkers Day Nursery.

Proceeds to: Macmillan Cancer Support. Face Painting. Stalls.

Santa’s Grotto. Refreshments.

Children’s Craft. Raffle and Tombola.

Where to find us: Inside Roko Health Club, Wilford Lane NG2 7RN. T-0115 981 4195 Sun 1st Dec: 10-3pm. Christmas Craft Fair at Wollaton Hall. Stalls full of Christmas gift ideas. Free event.

Normal car parking charges apply.

T- 0115 915 3900 Thurs 5th Dec: 5-6.30pm. Christmas Fair at Oceans of Fun, Hucknall.

Lots of festive stalls & festive food. Games & craft activities for children. Santa will be in his beautiful grotto. Christmas fair admission free, entrance to play centre £1, visit to Santa £3.50 (includes gift).

T- 0115 963 3961

Fri 6th Dec: 5-8pm. Bingham Christmas Fair at the Market Place.

For more information please contact Bingham Town Council Tel: 01949 831 445Email: info@bingham-tc.gov. uk Website: www.bingham-tc.gov.uk Sat 7th Dec 10-12. Christmas Fair at Busy Bees, Nottingham City Hospital. Free entry. Santa’s grotto; stalls; refreshments & Christmas activities. T-0115 960 5879.

Sat 7th Dec: 12-6pm. Christmas Fayre Gordon Road, West Bridgford. Market stalls with Christmas gifts and decorations.

Santa will be on hand to take your Christmas wish in Santa’s Grotto.

Sat 7th-Sun 8th Dec: 10-4pm.

Christmas Shopping Weekend at Attenborough Nature Reserve. On Sunday make Christmas Decorations using natural materials. 6yrs+.

10.30am – 12.30pm. £5 per child.

Christmas Wreath-making. 1.30pm start. £10 per wreath. Tea, coffee and mince pies provided. Booking is essential. T-0115 972 1777

REGULAR VENUES

Sat 7th-Sun 8th Dec: 10-3pm.

Christmas Craft Fair at Wollaton Hall. Free event. Normal car parking charges apply.

SHERWOOD FOREST

Sun 8th Dec: 12-5pm. Totally Locally, Magical Christmas on Melton Road, West Bridgford.

The Melton Road independent businesses, their local suppliers and loyal customers welcome the community to join the festive spirit and get a real flavour of West Bridgford arts, craft, music, magic and entertainment and glorious local food, drinks and gifts. For the first time, there will be a Christmas tree, donated by Soothe Therapies and a Christmas lights switch-on at 4.30pm. Get involved and enjoy the atmosphere. It will be a great start to a Totally Locally West Bridgford festive season.

Sat 14th-Sun 15th Dec: 11-3pm.

Christmas Courtyards at Wollaton Hall. Victorian Christmas Courtyards and Festive Fayre. Free event.

Normal car parking charges apply.

T- 0115 915 3900 Sat 14th-Sun 15th Dec: 10-4pm.

Christmas Craft Stalls at Nottingham Castle. Free event.

T- 0115 915 3700

Our local country parks have some fantastic festive activities on offer. Visit our website for full details

WOLLATON HALL T- 0115 915 3900 T-01623 823202

RUFFORD ABBEY T- 08449 80 80 80.

THE FOREST RECREATION GROUND T- 0115 915 2733 Sat 9th Nov & Sat 14th Dec: 10-11.30am. Feel the Burn. A fun and exciting way to get out and discover the benefits of our outdoor fitness area. All ages and abilities. Free Sat 7th Dec: 11-1pm. Christmas Wreath Making. Free

OTHER EVENTS NOVEMBER S a t 9 t h - S u n 1 0 t h : 11 - 3 p m .

Sound Drawings at Nottingham Contemporary. Free, just drop in.

T-0115 948 9750.

Wed 13th: 10-7pm. We are Four at the Nottingham Contemporary.

Join us to celebrate our birthday with free cake and surprises for our younger visitors! T-0115 948 9750.

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Sat 16th: 10-12pm. Open Morning at Hazel Hurst School, Mapperley.

Prospective parents can look around the school informally, generous discount on bookingsT-0115 960 6759 Sat 16th: 7.30pm. Gala Concert at St Peter’s School, Ruddington. Tickets £8.00 incl interval refreshments. All proceeds to Home-Start Nottingham, Contact Barbara 07882 539214.

Thurs 21st-Sat 23rd: 9.30am5.30pm. Book Sale – Arnold Library. T-0115 920 2247

Thurs 14th: 7.30pm. Swingologie a t W e s t B r i d g f o r d L i b r a r y.

Swingologie‘s music is immersed in the rhythmic, exotic Gypsy Jazz style featuring two guitars, clarinet/sax and bass. Advance booking is advised.

T-0115 9816506. Tickets: £10/£8.

Fri 15th: 7.30pm. Charity Fundraising: Boy Band Night at Arnold Working Men’s Club.

Fund raising for Arnold St Mary’s Preschool. Charity boy band night with Always4 £10 T-07969 544137.

Sat 23rd-Sun 5th Jan: Michael Craig-Martin’s Alphabet at West Bridgford Library. Screen prints by one of the most influential British artists Free. T- 0115 981 6506/6780 Sat 23rd: 9-6pm. West Bridgford Christmas Lights Switch-On, WB Town Centre. Central Avenue at 9am -6pm. Festive farmers’ & craft markets, fairground and live entertainment.

Sat 23rd-Sun 24th: 11-3pm. Cut, Paste and Create! at Nottingham Contemporary. Free/Drop-in T-0115 948 9750.

Fri 29th-Sat 30th: Various times.

Unite The Scene at Nottingham Arts Theatre. Bringing Nottingham’s dance scene together for a night of unmissable entertainment featuring the works of a variety of crews, companies and individual artists from all areas of the community www.unitethescene.co.uk.

Fri 29th: 3-6pm. Cotgrave Christmas lights event. Cotgrave Centre. Community stalls from 3pm and some from 12 noon. Children’s entertainer and the lights switch-on.

Sat 30th-Sun 1st Dec: 11-3pm.

Newspaper Costumes at Nottingham Contemporary. Free T-0115 948 9750.

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Sat 30th: 1-5pm. Christmas In The Park at Arnot Hill Park. Arts and craft afternoon with a Christmas theme.

Booking essential.1.00–2.30 and 3.00–5.00. FREE T-0115 9013715 Sat 30th Nov: 1.30-2.30pm.

Gargling with Jelly with Brian Patten at West Bridgford Library.

Brian Patten brings his infamous collection of hilarious poems to life.

6–11 yrs Booking essential. T- 0115 981 6506/6780

DECEMBER Sun 1st-Tues 31st: Christmas at Nottingham Castle. Lights, shop. seasonal children’s craft activities every weekend Free event. Normal adm charges apply. T-0115 915 3700 Sat 7th-Sun 8th: 10-5pm. Christmas Tree Festival at St. Mary’s Church, Arnold. Craft activities for children, stalls and refreshments in the Family Centre. On Sunday, Tree Festival open 1-5pm, Entry free, donations welcome. www.stmarysarnold.org.uk Sat 7th-Sun 8th: 11-3pm. The Silly Sculpture Mash at Nottingham Contemporary. Free/drop in. T-0115 948 9750.

Sat 7th: 12-6pm. Christmas Fayre and Tree Lighting Ceremony, Gordon Road, West Bridgford.

Festive street entertainers and children’s fairground, live music from local artists, carol singers and a brass band. Stalls and decorations & Santa’s Grotto.Light switch on 5pm.

Sun 8th: 2.45-5.15pm. Christmas Concert and Carol Singing at the Albert Hall, Nottingham. £4.50 pp. – under 16’s free. T- 0115 950 0411

Sat 14th: Spritzer Dance Company Christmas Sharing at Cotgrave Candleby Lane School. See website for details. £3 children /young people & £5 adults. Refreshments available.

Amy 07809 704 212 / Karla 07794 088 680. www.spritzerdancecompany. co.uk Sat 14th-Sun 15th: 10-5pm. Free entry this weekend at Nottingham Castle. T- 0115 915 3700 Sat 14th: 11-3pm. Make It, Eat I t , Wa t c h I t ! a t N o t t i n g h a m Contemporary. Create art using film stills & posters. FreeT-0115 948 9750.

S u n 1 5 t h : 11 - 3 p m . M a k e I t , Eat It, Watch It! at Nottingham Contemporary. Activities free. Film £3 per person. Book online or call us on 0115 948 9750.

Sun 15th: 4-6.30pm. Christmas in the Arboretum. Johnny and the Raindrops and Carlton Male Voice Choir and children’s activities Free non- alcoholic mulled wine and mince pies served by the Friends of Nottingham Arboretum Mon 16th: 10-11am. Christmas activity for under 5′s at Carlton Library. Short story and Christmas craft activity for under 5′s. Free.

Tues 17th: 10.30-12pm. Christmas Past at Bestwood Country Park. To book call 0115 976 2422. Free.

Sat 21st: 11-11.45am. Christmas Craft at Arnold Library. Christmas craft activity for children aged 4 – 10 years. Free.

Sat 21st-Sun 22nd: 11-3pm.

Light Fantastic at Nottingham Contemporary. Free. T-0115 948 9750.

Sat 21st-Sun 22nd: 11-5pm. Beam Engines in Steam at Papplewick Pumping Station. Adult £6.00, Senior/student £4.00, Children (5-16) £3.00, Family (2+2) £16.00. T- 0115 963 2938 Sat 21st & Mon 23rd: 7-10pm.

Family Carol Concert at Nottingham Theatre Royal. Childfriendly concerts T-0115 989 5555. www.trch.co.uk Mon 23rd: 8.30-5.30pm. Multisports/ Run Riot – Rushcliffe Arena.

Packed lunch, plenty to drink & appropriate clothing, tuck s h o p o n t h e d a y, £ 1 9 . 9 9 . www.excelsportscoaching.co.uk Tues 24th-Sun 5th Jan: 11-3pm.

Christmas Holiday Fun at Nottingham Contemporary. Free family activities designed to inspire imaginations. Free. 11am – 3pm, T-0115 948 9750.

JANUARY Thurs 2nd: 8.30-3.30pm.

Gymnastics – Bingham Leisure Centre. Packed lunch, plenty to drink and approriate clothing r e q u i r e d , 5 - 11 y r s . £ 1 3 . 9 9 www.excelsportscoaching.co.uk Fri 3rd: 8.30-3.30pm. Gold Medal Games – Keyworth Leisure Centre. 4-11yrs. £13.99 www.excelsportscoaching.co.uk Sun 12th: 2-3.30pm. Foresters Morris Men at Nottingham Castle.

See the Morris Men perform a traditional local Plough Play, that over the years has become truly their own. Free event. Normal admission charges apply. T- 0115 915 3700

FEBRUARY Sat 1st: 1-5pm. Chinese Dragons and Lanterns at Arnot Hill Park.

The Year of the Horse. An arts and craft afternoon with a Chinese New Year theme. Come and make your own lantern, costume, fans, crackers and Dragon Mask. Help with the large Chinese picture and listen to Chinese stories during the afternoon.

Booking essential as places are limited. 2 x sessions. 1.00 – 2.30 and 3.00 – 5.00.T-0115 9013715. A grand lantern parade around the lake starts at 5.15pm. Parents must be in attendance at all times.

Wed 5th-Wed 26th: Big Draw – Our Shared Tomorrows – Exhibition. An exhibition of the outcomes of the Big Draw ‘Draw Tomorrow’ workshops, in association with Rufford Craft centre. Free Fri 21st: 1-4pm. Laugh Out Loud with John Dougherty at West Bridgford Library. Enjoy performances by children’s author, poet and songwriter, John Dougherty.

A mix of stories, poetry and songs to make you laugh out loud! For 7 – 11s and their families. Booking advised.

T- 0115 981 6506/6780 Sat 22nd: 10-1pm. Workshop: C r e a t i v e J e w e l l e r y a t We s t Bridgford Library. Join local artist Betty Ching for this fun drop-in jewellery workshop for families and all ages. Learn how to make some basic pieces. T- 0115 981 6506/6780

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