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City Hello and welcome to our Winter ‘14 edition for all you lovely families in East & South Notts and the City. The summer flew by in a whirlwind of chaos! Moving house and office AND installing new computers led to several ‘What was I thinking?’ moments! Our second FG Online edition came out in October, available to view on our websites or emailed directly to your inbox and packed full of events for the half term hols, Halloween and Bonfire Night. Don’t miss our February edition, subscribe FREE online now! Cathy continues to find the most amazing events and has created a fantastic resource for you and your family which you can find in both our printed and Online magazines and on our websites and facebook page. As usual we have some fantastic prizes to be won in our winter competitions; Family tickets for Wizard of Oz by the New Youth Theatre on page 27, a family ticket for Sleeping Beauty at Nottingham Playhouse on page 31, a family pass for White Post Farm on page 33 and a family pass for The Lost City Adventure Golf on page 34. Wow! Whether you enter by email or via our websites...good luck!! Look out for our Spring magazines in March! Shirley Towle - Editor ey Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire Shirl Tel: 0115 938 2910 Email: shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk facebook.com/familygrapevinenotts Web: www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts

In This Issue Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs...................................................26 Activities For Under 5’s....................11 Antenatal & Postnatal Services..... 6 Baby Groups & Services................... 7 Childcare .............................................16 Children’s Centres .............................. 8 Daycare Nurseries.............................16 Doctors ...............................See online Family Support & Advice.................. 5 Family Health ....................................... 6 Independent Schools.......................20 Local Services ...................................... 3 Out of School Care............................18

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Now with over 1000 contacts! Parties....................................................24 Places to Go . ......................................26 Preschools & Playgroups.................17 Schools & Colleges............See online Soft Play ...............................................13 Special Schools...................See online Special Families..................................22 Toddler Groups ................................... 9 Tutoring ...............................................22 What’s On.............................................31 Young People......................................23

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Vouchers! Fantastic savings for you & your family!

A Guide to Childhood Infectious Diseases For symptoms & care

For inset day dates please contact your school

Christmas Crafts Seasonal crafty fun for all the family

What’s On! Great ideas for getting out ‘n about!

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Our Next Online & Printed Magazine Dates Our February Online edition will be available to view from 2nd February ~ copy deadline 28th January. Our printed Spring magazines will be published in early March 2015 ~ copy deadine 13th February For a free listing or to advertise, please call Shirley on 0115 938 2910 or email: shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk it will be great to hear from you!

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For further information, please visit our website and download our media pack. To let us know about your events please email: cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Winners!

Congratulations to all our competition winners in our Summer ‘14 edition Maureen Cooling won the Family Ticket for Beanbag Music Club at the Nottingham Theatre Royal Louise Johnson won the course of classes with Wiggle & Giggle The competition for four family tickets for 4 to see Beauty and the Beast performed by the New Youth Theatre at Bonington Theatre, Arnold had not been drawn at the time of going to print. Please see website for winners’ details. Thank you to everyone who entered our competitions, sorry you couldn’t all win!

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Local Services Basford Library, Vernon Rd, Basford, M 2-5, T&Th 10-5.30, Sat 10-1, Call 0115 915 5797 Bingham Library, Eaton Place, Temporary closure 24th May-10th Nov ‘14. Call 01949 837 905 Bulwell Riverside Library, Main St, Bulwell, Mon-Fri 8-8, Sat 8-4, Call 0115 883 3500 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 Calverton Library, St. Wilfred’s Sq, M 9.3012.30 & 1.30-6; W 9.30-12.30 & 1.30-7; F 2-5; Sat 9.30-12.30, Call 0115 965 2580 Carlton Hill Library, Carlton Hill, Mon 2-5, Wed, Fri & Sat 9-1, Call 0115 987 3050 Carlton Library, Manor Rd, Carlton, M&Th 9.30-7, Tue 9.30-6, Sat 9.30-1, Call 0115 987 0276 Central Library, Angel Row, Nottingham. Mon-Thurs 8.15-7, Fri 8.15-5.30, Sat 9-4, Call 0115 915 2828 Clifton Library, Southchurch Dr, M/T/F 9.30-6, W&S 9.30-1; Th 9.30-7, Call 0115 915 2945 Gedling Library, Wollaton Ave, Gedling, Tu 9.30-12.30, Th 2-6, Sat 9.30-1, Call 0115 987 6886 Hyson Green Library, Gregory Blvd, M/W/F 9.30-6, Sat 10-4, Call 0115 915 2483

Local Councils Gedling Borough Council, Civic Centre, Arnot Hill Park, Arnold, Call 0115 901 3901 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 Bingham Registration Office, The Court House, Church St, Tues 9-4.30, Wed 2-4.30, Call 0300 500 80 80 Carlton Registration Office, Fairdale House, 47 Station Rd, Carlton, Appt only, M9-4.30;Tu9-2;W&F9-1;1.30-3.30;Th94.30, Call 0300 500 80 80.. Nottingham Register Office, Council House, Old Market Sq, Appt only, M-F 9-4.30, Call 0115 841 5554 Nottinghamshire County Council, Naming Ceremonies, Various Venues, Call 0300 500 80 80 Rushcliffe Registration Office, Bridgford Rd, West Bridgford, Appt only: M-Th 9-4.30; Fri 9-4, Call 0300 500 80 80

Citizens Advice Bureaux and Advice Centres

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

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

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

Bereavement Advice Centre, What to Do When Someone Dies, Call 0800 634 9494

Meadows Library, Wilford Grove, M/W/F 10-1 & 2-6, Tue 10-1, Sat 10-4, Call 0115 915 9279

Bestwood Advice Centre, 21 Gainsford Cres, Bestwood Est, M9.30-1.30;Tu9.303.30;Th9.30-7, 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, Friary Drop In Centre, 46 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, Mon/Wed/Fri 9-1, Call 0115 982 5448

Radcliffe on Trent Library, New Rd, Mon 9-7; Tues/Th/Fri 9-5, Wed 9-12; Sat 9-4 Call 0115 933 2312 Radford-Lenton Library, Lenton Blvd, M/W/F 9.30-12.30 & 1.30-6, Sat 9.30-1, Call 0115 915 1790 Ruddington Library Church St, Tues & Thurs 9-1 & 2-6; Fri 9-1 & 2-5; Sat 9-1, Call 0115 921 2309

Voluntary Work Family Lives, Volunteers Needed to Support Local Families, Call 01623 494320 Home-Start Nottingham, Volunteers Needed to Support Families with Under 5’s, Call 0115 962 4262 Nottinghamshire Scouts need Volunteers to Help in their Sherwood & Beeston Scout Shops, All Welcome! Call 0115 952 3617 Parent Partnership Svc, Supporting Parents of SEN/Disabled Children, Call 0115 948 2888 St John Ambulance, County HQ, Valley Rd, Basford, Call 0115 978 4625

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

Business & Work 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

THE CANDLE PARTY Host a party or Join our team Fabulous opportunity to work around your family

Free Kit & excellent commission For more info contact

Sarah 07737 696840

www.thecandleparty.co.uk Earn extra income with Usborne Childrens’ Books. Get free books. Call 07981 815756 Independent Phoenix Traders, Flexible Hours. Low Cost Start-Up, Call 07890 806943 Market Teens, Rushcliffe, An Opportunity for Young People to get a FREE Stall to Make Money. Call 0115 914 8315 The Candle Party, Consultants & Leaders Needed, Notts/Derby all Areas. For Sarah Call 01773 760034 Tropic Skincare & Cosmetics, Vegan Friendly, Cruelty Free. Get free products Call 07981 815756

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

Sherwood Library, Spondon St, Sherwood, M&F 9.30-7, T&W 9.30-6, Sat 9.30-4, Call 0115 915 1155

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

Sneinton Library, Sneinton Blvd, M/ Tue 2-6, W 9.30-1 & 2-6, F/Sat 9.30-1, Call 0115 915 1192

Bingham Farmer’s Market, The Market Place, 3rd Sat monthly, Call 0785 6599 424

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

Southglade Park Library, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, M,T&Th 9.30-5.30, Fri 1-6, Sat 9.30-4, Call 0115 876 1055

Francique Caribbean, Authentic Caribbean Cuisine Delivered to Your Door Call 0115 9602 323

Libraries

St Ann’s Valley Library, 2 Livingstone Rd, M-F 8.30-6.30, Sat 10-2, Call 0115 883 9700

Netherfield Fresh Food Market, Town Centre, 3rd Sat of month, Call 0796 788 8062

West Bridgford Library,Bridgford Rd, West Bridgford, M/T/Th/F 9-7, Wed 9-1, Sat 9-4, Sun 11-3, Call 0115 981 6506

Nottingham Farmer’s Market, Market Square, 3rd Fri monthly, 9am-4pm, Call 01623 882200

Woodthorpe Library, Wensley Rd, Woodthorpe, Mon & Wed 2-6.30, Fri 10-1 & 2-5, Call 0115 926 6900

Parsnips and Pears Deliver Fresh, Seasonal, Affordable, Local Produce to Your Door, Call 0115 822 8622

Arnold Library, Front St, Arnold, M&F 9-6, T&Th 9-7, Wed & Sat 9-4, Call 0115 920 2247 Bakersfield Library, Watson Ave, Bakersfield, Mon 1.30-5, Wed 9.3012.30 & 1.30-5, Fri 1.30-6, Sat 10-1, Call 0115 915 0199

Food for Families

And there’s even MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts

Local Services • Family Support & Advice Riverford Organic, West Bridgford, deliver organic fruit, veg, meat & dairy & lots more throughout Notts Call 0115 981 0002

Red Feather Photography, Carlton Hill, Family/Baby/Child Portraits & Nursery Photographic Service, Call 0115 987 0180

West Bridgford Farmers Market, Central Ave, 2nd & 4th Sat monthly, Call 01664 822 114

Sarah Wilkes, One of the UK’s leading Newborn & Child Photographers, Studio at Floralands, Lambley, Call 07790 158741

Domestic Services Piplotex, Alteration & Repair Service, Casual Wear to Bridal, to Contact Pip Call 07817 321760

Family Finances & Law Hopkins Solicitors for Collaborative Family Law & legal Expertise, Call 0115 9068 078 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 9068 078

Childrenswear

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

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 Razzle Dazzle Pots, Mapperley, Hand & Footprints in Clay/on Pottery, Ideal Gift! Call 0115 905 6029 Smallprint Gifts, Hand-crafted Fine Silver Jewellery Pieces Touched by Someone you Love, Call 07807 870297

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

The Baby Bakery, Baby Nappy Cakes, Towel Cakes, Pamper Cakes & More! Call 07528 483109

isobel & henry, Melton Rd, West Bridgford, Childrenswear Boutique, 0-15yrs Call 01159 455119

Toy Libraries

JoJo Maman BeBe, The Poultry, Fabulous Maternity/Baby/Children’s Clothing & Nursery Equipment, Call 01159 586610 The Little Shoe Company, Gordon Rd, West Bridgford, Quality Fitted Kids Shoes, Call 0115 981 2698

Schoolwear Easy2Name, You Name it and We Will Solve your Labelling Problems, Call 01635 298 326 Schoolwear Solutions, Woodborough Rd, All School Uniform Requirements Under one Roof! Call 0115 871 9926

Children’s Furniture & Equipment Diddyland, Mapperley, Everything You Could Ever Need from New Born to Toddlers, Call 0115 962 3000

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

Family Photographers Christian Burton Photography, newborn and family photographer Call 07742 471267 Nottingham Family Portraits, Natural Light Lifestyle Photography, Newborns | Children | Families, www.NottinghamFamilyPortraits.com Call 07900 884449 Oehlers Photography, Weddings/ Lifestyle Portraits, Bumps to Babies, Call 0115 973 6598 Pixi Foto, Mothercare at Castle Marina, Baby & Family Portait Photography Call 0115 924 0983

Bulwell Community Toy Library, Norwich Gdns, Bulwell, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 975 3898 Calverton Community Toy Library at Baptist Church Hall, The Nook, Mon 1.30-3pm & Thurs 9.30-11am Call 07973 220052 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

Play Forums & Craft Stores Gedling Play Forum, Wollaton Ave Community Centre, Gedling, Equipment Hire/Scrap Store/Family Membership Call 0115 956 0673 Playworks, Alfred St North, Nottm, Scrap Store, Equipment hire, Event organisation & Training, Call 0115 958 9199

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

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

Scrapstore Family Membership

Now available for Families living in Gedling Borough

Membership £10 a year Includes ﬁrst 2 hand baskets

of scrap materials– further hand baskets £3 each Open hours

Tuesday 10 to 4 & Thursday 1.30 to 7

Contact details:

Wollaton Avenue Community Centre, Wollaton Avenue, Gedling, Nottingham , NG4 4HX Tel: 0115 956 0673 e-mail: admin@gedlingplayforum.org www.gedlingplayforum.org Registered Charity No. 1123602 Company Limited by Guarantee No.6538537

CHILDLINE, Free & Confidential National Helpline & Advice for Children, Call 0800 1111 Childnet International, Adv on Keeping Children Safe Online, www.childnet.com, Children’s Society, Help & Understanding for Children, Call 0115 942 2974 FAME, Family Mediation Service, Help in Family Disputes, Call 0300 4000 636 Families Anonymous, Families Affected by Drug Use Helpline, Call 0845 1200 660 Home-Start Nottingham, Free Confidential Family Support for Families with Under 5’s, Call 0115 962 4262 Hyson Green Library, Gregory Blvd, Conversation Group for English as a 2nd Language, Fri 10.30am, Call 0115 915 2483

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 0300 500 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 Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Newark & Sherwood, Call 01623 520 520 Social Services, Help & Support for Children, Young People & Families in Rushcliffe, Call 0115 914 1500 Stop it Now! Prevention of Child Sexual Abuse-Adult Helpline Call 0808 1000 900 Women’s Aid, National Domestic Abuse Free 24hr Helpline, Call 0808 2000 247

Midlands Women’s Aid, (Domestic Violence Helpline), Call 0115 925 7647

To advertise please call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Family Health • Antenatal & Postnatal Services Our Tried and Tested Recipes!

Welcome to the fourth in our collection of easy, quick and affordable recipes for you and your family. They have all become firm favourites of ours here at the FG. Here’s our veggie fave!

Vegetarian Cheesy Plait Prep time: 20 mins Cook Time: 25-30 mins Servings: 4 or cut into single rolls

Ingredients 1 packet frozen puff pastry thawed 10oz wholemeal breadcrumbs 1/2 lb mature cheddar cheese grated 3tbsp double cream 1 chopped onion 1 beaten egg Salt, pepper and Italian mixed herbs to taste

Directions 1. Pre heat oven to 220 deg C. 2. Mix the breadcrumbs, cheese, onion and seasoning in a bowl. Slowly add the cream and mix until the mixture holds together, adding more if needed. 3. Sprinkle some flour on the work surface. Using a rolling pin, roll out the pastry into a rough square shape, about 30 x 30cm. Put the pastry on the lined baking tray 4. Now spoon the filling down the middle of the pastry in a sausage shape – leave a little gap at the top and bottom (about 3cm) 5. Cut the pastry into 1.5cm strips, at a slight diagonal away from you on either side of the filling, the same number each side – approx 12. Brush the pastry with most of the saved egg, fold the ends up over the filling and lay the strips alternately to form the plait, brush with the remaining egg and sprinkle with mixed herbs. 6. Bake for 25-30mins until golden.

Parenting Courses & Advice Bingham & Cotgrave Children’s Centre, Market Place, Adult & Family Courses, For dates & times Call 01949 863 840 Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, Support for Young Parents 14-19yrs, Call 0115 876 5469 Family Lives-Freephone Helpline & Listening Service for Parents, www. familylives.org.uk Call 0808 800 2222 Friendly Faces, Cotgrave Library, Parenting Advice, Information, advice & Support, Monday 2-5pm Call 01949 863 840 Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Killisick Rd, Arnold, Parents Forum & Adult Learning Courses, please ring for details, Call 0115 993 1467 NCT Antenatal Classes, Postnatal Support Helpline, Call 0300 330 0700 Young Parent Support, Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Bestwood, Wed pm, 16-25yrs, Call 0115 8761890

Father’s Group, Bulwell Riverside, Main St, Mon 9.30-12, Call 0115 883 3500, Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Men Behaving Dadly, Once a Month, Call 0115 883 0840

One Parent Families Gingerbread Helpline & Hucknall friendship group for single parent families from all walks of life. Call 0808 802 0925 www.facebook.com/groups/ hucknallgingerbread, National Assoc of Widows, Offers Comfort & Friendship, Call 024 7663 4848

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 & 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 Breast Cancer Care, Info/Support for Anyone Affected by Breast Cancer, Call 0808 800 6000 Breathe Easy, Support Group for All Affected by Lung Disease Call 03000 030 555 Caring Therapies, Free Relaxation Sessions for parents, Meadows Library, Weds 11-12noon, Call 07954 695 970 Healthwatch Nottinghamshire - the watchdog for health and social care. Call 07904 241388 Macmillan Cancer Support, Living with Cancer - Emotional & Financial Support Call 0808 808 00 00 Meet and Greet (for Polish families) at Arnbrook Children’s Centre, Wed 9.3011.30am, Call 0115 916 5010 Meningitis Now, Info/Support/ Counselling Helpline, Call 0808 80 10 388 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 PASIC, Parents Assoc for Children Diagnosed with Cancer, Call 0787 422 3462 Quitline, Help & Support to Stop Smoking, Call 0207 553 2100

National Council for the Divorced, Separated & Widowed, Liberal Club Arnold, Thurs 8pm Call 01509 550 894

The Anaphylaxis Campaign, Extreme Allergic Reaction Helpline Call 01252 542029

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

Hospitals & NHS Direct

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

Fostering & Adoption

Child Death Helpline, All Affected by the Death of a Child, Call 0808 800 6019

Registered Homeopath Offers Safe Natural medicine for All Ages, Call 0115 841 8110

Dads!

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

Bereaved Parents

National Council for the Divorced, Separated & Widowed, Call 01509 550 894

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

Dads Group, Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Arnold, Sat monthly, For dates & times Call 0115 993 1467

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

Adopt Together, Adoption Service of Faith in Families: Monthly Open Evenings 1st Thurs, www.faithinfamilies.org Fostering in Nottinghamshire, for Enquiries & Information Call 0845 301 8899

City Hospital Campus, Hucknall Rd, Nottingham, Call 0115 969 1169 NHS Choices, 24 Hr Illness Advice & Info Helpline,www.nhs.uk, Call 111 Nottingham Woodthorpe Hospital, Mansfield Rd, Woodthorpe, Call 0115 920 9209 QMC Campus, Derby Rd, Nottingham, Call 0115 924 9924 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 Clifton Cornerstone Community Centre, Southchurch Dr, Clifton, Call 0115 878 6223 Cripps Health Centre, University Park, for Students, Staff & their Families Only, Call 0115 846 8888 Derby Road Health Centre, 336 Derby Rd, Lenton, Call 0115 8377987 Meadows Health Centre, 1 Bridgeway Centre, Call  0115 9865410 NHS Nottingham Health Centre,79a Upper Parliament Street, 8am-8pm, Walk-in, Call 0115 8831960 Park House Medical Centre, Burton Rd, Carlton Call 0115 940 4555 Radcliffe-on-Trent Health Centre, Main Rd, Call 0115 9333 737 Radford Health Centre, Ilkeston Rd, Call 0115 942 0360 St. Mary’s Medical Centre, Old Farm Rd, Top Valley, Nottm, Call 0115 927 6038 The Mary Potter Centre, Gregory Blvd, Hyson Green, Call 0115 883 8000 Victoria Health Centre, Glasshouse St, Nottm, Call 0115 8839080 West Bridgford Health Centre, 97 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, Call 0115 883 7300

First Aid Training for Parents & Carers British Red Cross, Courses Held at Various Venues, Call 01629 582 171 NCT, West Bridgford, Bespoke Baby First Aid Courses, To Book E: firstaid. nottingham@nct.org.uk St John Ambulance, County HQ, Valley Rd, Basford & Mansfield, Call 0115 978 4625

Antenatal Services & Support Ace Babes Family Network, Families After Assisted Conception Call 0800 008 7464 Action on Pre Eclampsia, Support & Information Helpline, Call 01386 761848 Baby Daze, Private Support & Advice for Feeding & Sleeping, 1-to-1/Small Groups, Call 07967 252784 NCT, Helping to Prepare for Birth and Parenthood Call 0300 330 0700 Pregnancy to Birth - Antenatal Classes, Waterbirth & Homebirth Workshops in Bingham. Email: tina@pregnancytobirth.co.uk. Call 01949 876203 Www.pregnancytobirth.co.uk

Antenatal & Postnatal Wellbeing Antenatal Classes: Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Arnold, Fri 1-3, Please ring for dates,, Call 0115 993 1467

And there’s even MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts

Baby Groups & Activities • Vouchers! Bump to Babe, Fitness & Pilates Classes for Pregnant Women from 12-40 weeks, Lady Bay/W Bridgford Call 07747 656550

Baby Daze, Private Consultation & Support, All Aspects of Breast & Bottle Feeding, Call 07967 252784

CoreBaby, Mum & Baby Pilates Classes for New Mums and their Babies, Lady Bay/W Bridgford Call 07747 656550

Breast Intentions at Arnbrook Children’s Centre, Tues 9.30-11.30am, Call 0115 916 5010

Fit Bumps Fit Mums, Mums & Babies Buggy Push, Kirkby, Hucknall & Mapperley, Call 07877 083101

Breastfeeding Peer Support Group, Jubilee Building, Cotgrave C of E Primary School, Fri 1.00-2.30 Call 01949 863 840

Flutterbye Babies, Pregnancy Yoga 16wks-Birth, Classes Throughout Notts, Call 07841 335285

National Breastfeeding Helpline, Call 0300 100 0212

MamaBabyBliss, Birth Preparation Workshops Call 07561 303780 MamaBabyBliss, Pregnancy Yoga & Massage, Chilwell/West Bridgford, Call 07561 303780 Mummies & Buggies, Indoor Buggy Classes for New Mums and their Babies, Lady Bay/W Bridgford Call 07747 656550 Positive Birth Group Bingham (FREE) Last Tuesday monthly. Facilitated by an antenatal teacher Call 01949 876203 Puddle Ducks, Fabulous Aquanatal Classes at Park Inn Hotel, NG5 2BT, Thurs 8.15pm, Call 07906 191504 The Yoga Village, Sherwood Community Centre, Antenatal & Postnatal Yoga Call 0115 956 6387 Viva Life, Fertility, Birth, Vitality, HypnoBirthing Mongan Method, Small group & private classes, Call 0115 8242169

Midwives & Doulas Taylormaid Doulas, Support for New Mums in Their Own Home, Call 0115 981 7175

Nappies BabiPur, Cloth Nappies, Slings, Consultations & Home Parties, Nottinghamshire County Council, Cloth Nappy Scheme, £25 Refund on £50 Spent, Call 0300 500 80 80

Baby Groups & Activities Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, Bumps to Babies Group- West Bridgford Young People’s Centre Wednesay 2pm3pm Call 0115 969 4480 Baby Daze, Bump to Sitting Baby, Bread & Bitter, Mapperley Top, Mon 10-12, Free Adm, Call 07967 252784 Baby Daze, Poppy Seeds, Bump to Sitting Baby, Poppy & Pint, Lady Bay, Wed 10-12, Free Adm, Call 07967 252784 Baby Group at Arnold Library, Mon 9.3011.00am, Under 1’s Call 0115 916 5010 Baby Grows at Arnbrook Children’s Centre, Fri 9.30-11.00am Under 1’s Call 0115 916 5010 Baby Peep, Clifton Children’s Centre Fri 1-2.30pm, Under 1’s, Call 0115 876 2625

Wendy Coe, Birth Doula, former Nurse Midwife, Believe in your Body’s Ability to Birth, Call 0115 925 1938

Baby Wearing Workshops (slings, baby carriers etc). 3rd Thursday (eve) of every other month Call 01949 876203

Postnatal Services & Support

Big Trouble in Little Nappies-Witty & warm parenting blog, Nottm Call 07967 028935

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 Open House, Postnatal Depression & Anxiety Support in Nottingham. www.facebook.com/openhousenotts Call 07950 945044 TAMBA, Info & Support for Parents of Twins & Multiples, Call 0800 138 0509

Breastfeeding Support Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, Breast feeding Group- West Bridgford Young People’s Centre Wednesay 1pm2pm Call 0115 969 4480

Bingham Children’s Centre, Market Place, Bingham Baby Group, 4-8 months, Wed, 10.30-12.00 Call 01949 863 840 Bingham Children’s Centre, Market Place, Little Gems, Sensory time for 0 - 4months, Tues, 10.00-11.30 Call 01949 863 840 Bingham Health Centre, Baby Clinic, Wed 9.30-11.30 Call 01949 863 840 Broadway Cinema, Hockley, Baby Friendly Screening, Upto 3yrs Call 0115 952 6611 Bump to Babies, Pregnancy-6mths, Trent Vineyard Church, Lenton Ln, Thurs 2-3.30pm, Call 0115 988 7060 Bumps & Babies, 0-8 months, Cotgrave C of E Primary School, Monday, 10.0011.30 Call 01949 863 840 Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Arnold, Baby Grows, Play/ singing Session for U1’s, Tues 1-2.30pm, Call 0115 993 1467

BABES, Calverton Children’s Centre, Flatts Lane, Call for Details, Call 0115 911 8700

Little P’s Baby Group, St. Peter’s Church, Ruddington, Mon 9.-10.30am, Birth-PreSchool, Call 0115 878 0579

BABES, Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Bestwood, Fri 10-11.30am, Call 0115 8761890

Mini Movers, Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Arnold, Play sessions for Crawlers to 24m Call 0115 993 1467

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Baby Groups & Activities Contd Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Baby Grows, 0-1yr, 10-11.30, Call 0115 883 0840 Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Wobbly One’s Mon 9.3011.30, 1-2yrs, Call 0115 883 0840 Nottm Trent Twins & Multiple Birth Club, Self Help Support, www. nottinghamtwins.org.uk, Radcliffe Baby Group, Radcliffe Health Centre, Mon, 10.00-11.30 Call 01949 863 840 Under 1’s, Top Valley & Bestwood Park Children’s Centre, Thurs 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 915 9561

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Serenity Yoga, Baby massage & yoga classes for babies over 6 weeks old, Bingham & West Bridgford, Call 07976 933541 Tatty and Baby Bumpkin Classes, Fun Yoga Inspired Classes and Parties, 6wk7yrs Call 07956 463411

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 & 11.30am - 12.30pm 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 Bumps to Tiny Toes, Baby Massage & Baby Yoga, West Bridgford/ Radcliffe/Bingham/Southwell & Private, Call 07907 330532

Baby Swimming

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

EMSA Babies, Small Friendly Classes/ Warm Pools. Preparing for our EMSA Swim School. Call 01773 744899

Bingham & Cotgrave Children’s Centre, Baby Massage Sessions, For dates & times Call 01949 863 840 Flutterbye Babies Baby & Toddler Yoga, Birth to Walking Throughout Notts, E. flutterbyebabies@me.com, www.flutterbyebabies.co.uk Call 07841 335285 Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Killisick Rd, Arnold, Baby Massage Courses, For dates & times Call 0115 993 1467 Local massage and yoga classes. One on one and antenatal group bookings also available. For more information visit Call 07467 063904 www.tickleandrhyme.co.uk MamaBabyBliss, Baby Massage and Baby Yoga classes in Bingham. Birth to crawling Call 07557 513083

Puddle Ducks, Unique Baby Swimming Classes. Join at Any Point in the Term, Free Taster Sessions, www.puddleducks.com, Call 07906 191504 Water Babies, Swimming Classes for U24m, Various Venues, Free Taster Sessions, Call 01636 815567

Children’s Centres Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, Abbey Primary Sch, West Bridgford, For further info Call 0115 969 4480 Arnbrook Children’s Centre, Home Close, Bestwood Lodge Dr, Arnold, Call 0115 916 5010 Bingham & Cotgrave Children’s Centres, 18A Market Place, Bingham Call 01949 863 840

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

Bingham Children’s Centre, Market Place, Dads’ Group, once per month Sat, 10.0012.00 Call 01949 863 840

Rub a Dub Baby Massage Classes, enjoy the first months with your new baby. Classes in Mapperley & Ruddington, Call 0115 956 1158 Email: sharon.cooper83@ntlworld.com, www.recooper8therapy.com

Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, Call 0115 876 5469 Carlton Children’s Centre, Rear of 53 Main Road, Carlton, NG4 3HS Call 0115 883 0802

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Toddler Groups

Dunkirk, Lenton & Lenton Abbey Children’s Centre, Marlborough St, Call 0115 915 7992 Hyson Green & New Basford Children’s Centre, Mary Potter Centre, Call 0115 883 8202 Keyworth Children’s Centre, c/o The Bungalow, Keyworth Primary School, Call 01509 857030 Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Killisick Rd, Arnold, Call 0115 993 1467 Meadows Children’s Centre, Kirkby Gardens, Call 0115 915 9221 Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Netherfield, Call 0115 883 0840 Rudding Children’s Centre, The Young People’s Centre, Ruddington Call 0115 969 4480 Sherwood and Edwards Lane Children’s Centre, Seely Infant&Nursery School, Perry Rd, Sherwood, Call 0115 915 3801 Sneinton Children’s Centre, The Centre for the Child, Edale Road, Call 0115 915 0100 Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Call 0115 8761890 St Ann’s North Children’s Centre, 589 The Wells Rd, Call 0115 915 3710 St Ann’s South Children’s Centre, off Plamerston Gdns, Call 0115 915 03090 Stanhope Children’s Centre, Keyworth Rd, Gedling, Call 0115 987 3425 Sure Start Calverton, Manor Park Infants School, Flatts Lane, Calverton, Call 0115 911 8700 Top Valley & Bestwood Park Children’s Centre, Westglade Infant School, Top Valley, Call 0115 915 9561 West Bridgford Children’s Centre, The Young People’s Centre, Next to Library, Call 0115 969 4480

Resources for Groups & Schools Patchings Art Centre, Nr Calverton, Art and craft workshops for Schools, clubs & groups Call 0115 965 3479 Rainbow Stripes, Sessions of Live Music & Activities, Call 07792 308432

Toddler Groups in Arnold, Mapperley & Woodthorpe Little Lambs Mother & Baby Group, Good Shepherd Church Social Centre, Woodthorpe, Fri 2-4pm, £3 per Family, Call 07722 486356 Mapperley Bumps Babies & Toddlers Group, Mapperley Methodist Church, Woodboro Rd, Thurs 2-4pm, Call 0115 840 0109 Playtime Toddler Group, Emmanuel Church, Warren Hill, Arnold, Thurs 9.1511.15am, 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

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St Mark’s Mother & Toddler Group, St Mark’s Church, Devere Gdns, Woodthorpe, Tues 1.30-3pm & Fri 9.3011am, Call 0115 962 1936

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Tim’s Tinies, St Timothy’s Church, Swinburne Way, Daybrook, Wed 9.3011am, Call 07988 080 424

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Toddlers & Carers, St Mary’s Church, Church Lane, Arnold, Service, Play & Activities,Tues 2pm, Call 0115 840 7116 Westdale Lane Toddler Group, Community Centre, Mapperley, Fri 9-11.30am, Call 0779 3086335

Toddler Groups in Bulwell, Bestwood & Basford Bestwood Park Toddler Group, Community Centre, Bechampton Rd, Tues 1-3pm, Call 0115 920 9003

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Bestwood Village Toddler Group Hawthorne Primary School, Bestwood Village, Thurs 9.15-11.15am, Call 0115 948 8910. Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, Stay & Play, Wed 1.153.15pm, Call 0115 876 5469 Bulwell URC Toddler Group, Broomhill Road, Highbury Vale, Thurs 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 854 3907 Old Basford Community Centre Toddler Group, Wed 9.15 -11.15am, Call 07761 418541 Old Basford Community Centre, Drop In & Play, Mon 1-3, Call 07761 418541

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Toddler Groups in Calverton, Lambley & Woodborough

Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Bestwood, P&T Group , Fri 1030-12, Call 0115 8761890

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

St Mark’s Baby & Toddler Group, St Mark’s Church, Bestwood Village, Tues 9-11am, Term Time, Call 0115 975 6092

Calverton Under 5’s, P&T Group, Sir John Sherbrooke School, Flatts Lane, Tues 1.30-3pm, Call 0115 965 3526

Top Valley & Bestwood Park Children’s Centre, Top Valley, P&T Group, Thurs am, Call 0115 915 9561

Toddler Groups in Carlton, Gedling & Sneinton

Tots & Toddlers, The People’s Church, Gladehill Road, Bestwood Park, Wed 9.30-11.15am, Term Time, Call 0115 920 4661

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Little Treasures at Stanhope Children’s Centre, Tues 9.30-11.30, Call 0115 987 3425 St. John’s Methodist Parent & Toddler Group, Church Hall, Standill Rd, Carlton, Mon 10-11.30am, Call 0115 953 2617 Toddler Talk at Stanhope Children’s Centre, Wed am, booking essential, Call 0115 987 3425 Toddler Time & Toy Library, Carlton Pentacostal Church, Station Rd, Carlton, Tues 10-12, Call 0115 961 189

Toddler Groups in City & Lenton

All Hallows P&T Group, The memorial Hall, Main Rd, Gedling, Tues 9.30-11am, Call 077 887 766 26

Baby & Toddler Haven, Trent Vineyard Church, Lenton Lane, Fri 10-11.30am, Call 0115 988 7060

Carlton Baptist Church P&T Group, Station Rd, Carlton, Mon 9.30-11.30am, Call 07973 679729

Mums & Tots, Grace Church, Castle Blvd, Fri 10-11.30am, Under 3’s, Call 0115 950 2332

Lowdham & Epperstone HappyTots, Epperstone Village Hall, Mon 9.4511.15am, Call 0115 966 5495

Central Stay & Play, Carlton Children’s Centre, Main Rd, Gedling, Fri 12.302pm (incl Sch Hols), Booking Essential Call 07724 897500

Sparklers, St. Nic’s Children & Families Centre, Maid Marion Way, Wed 10-12, Call 0115 952 4600

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

Chatterbox Toddler Group, Carlton Communty Church, Lowater Rd, Thurs 9.15 -12am, Call 07887 423984

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

Foxhill Toddler Group, Foxhill Church, Hillview Rd, Carlton, Tues 9.30-11.30am, Call 01159 200 885

Toddler Groups in Colwick & Netherfield

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

Netherfield P&T Group, Church Hall Behind Bethesda Ministries, Forester St, Wed & Thurs 9.15-11.15am, Call 07545 396 570

Toddler Groups in Burton Joyce & Lowdham

Tommy’s Tots, Thomas Helwys Baptist Church, Church St. Lenton, Tues 10:0011:30am, Term time, Call  0115 847 1257

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A Guide to Infectious Childhood Diseases What to do:

• Give your child paracetamol or ibuprofen to ease pain in the swollen glands. Check the pack for the correct dosage. • Give your child plenty to drink, but not fruit juices as they make the saliva flow, which can make your child’s pain worse. • There’s no need to see your GP unless your child has stomach ache and is being sick, or develops a rash of small purple or red spots or bruises.

Chickenpox

Incubation period: Between 1 and 3 weeks. Infectious period: The most infectious time is 1-2 days before the rash

appears, but it continues to be infectious until all the blisters have crusted over.

Symptoms:

It starts with feeling unwell, a rash and a slight temperature. Spots develop, which are red and become fluid-filled blisters within a day or two. They eventually dry into scabs, which drop off. The spots appear first on the chest, back, head or neck, then spread. They don’t leave scars unless they're badly infected.

What to do:

You don’t need to go to your GP or Accident and Emergency (A&E) department unless you’re not sure that it's chickenpox or your child is very unwell or distressed. • Give your child plenty to drink. • Use paracetamol or ibuprofen to relieve the fever and discomfort. • Baths, loose comfortable clothes and calamine lotion can all ease the itchiness. • Try to stop your child scratching or picking at their spots as this will increase the risk of scarring. It’s hard for children to do this, so give them plenty of praise and encouragement. Distractions, such as TV, are good for taking their mind off the itching. Let the school or nursery know that your child is ill in case other children are at risk.

Measles

Incubation period: 7-12 days. Infectious period: from around four days before the rash appears until

four days after it's gone.

Symptoms:

• Measles begins like a bad cold and cough with sore, watery eyes. • Your child will become gradually more unwell, with a temperature. • A rash appears after the third or fourth day. The spots are red and slightly raised. They may be blotchy, but not itchy. The rash begins behind the ears and spreads to the face and neck, then the rest of the body. • The illness usually lasts about a week. Measles is much more serious than chickenpox, German measles or mumps. It's best prevented (by the MMR vaccination). Serious complications include pneumonia and death.

What to do:

• Make sure your child gets plenty of rest and plenty to drink (warm drinks will ease the cough). • Give them paracetamol or ibuprofen to relieve the discomfort and fever. • Put Vaseline around their lips to protect their skin. • If their eyelids are crusty, gently wash them with warm water. • If your child is having trouble breathing, is coughing a lot or seems drowsy, see your GP urgently.

Mumps

Incubation period: 14-25 days. Infectious period: from a few days before starting to feel unwell until the

swelling goes down.

Symptoms:

• A general feeling of being unwell. • A high temperature. • Pain and swelling on the side of the face in front of the ear and under the chin. Swelling usually begins on one side, followed (though not always) by the other side. • Discomfort when chewing. Your child’s face will be back to normal size in about a week. It’s rare for mumps to affect boys’ testes (balls). This happens more often in adult men with mumps. If your child’s testes are swollen or painful, see your GP.

Parvovirus B19

(also known as fifth disease or slapped cheek disease) Incubation period: 1-20 days. Infectious period: a few days before the rash appears (children are no longer contagious when the rash appears).

Symptoms:

• It begins with a fever and nasal discharge. • A bright red rash, like the mark left by a slap, appears on the cheeks. • Over the next two to four days a lacy rash spreads to the trunk and limbs. • Children with blood disorders such as spherocytosis or sickle cell disease may become more anaemic. They should seek medical care. What to do: • Make sure your child rests and drinks plenty of fluids. • Give them paracetamol or ibuprofen to relieve the discomfort and fever. • Pregnant women or women planning to become pregnant should see their GP or midwife as soon as possible if they come into contact with the infection or develop a rash.

German Measles (Rubella)

Incubation period: 15-20 days. Infectious period: from one week before the rash first appears until at least five days after it's gone.

Symptoms:

• It starts like a mild cold. • A rash appears in a day or two, first on the face, then on the body. The spots are flat (on light skin they're pale pink). • Glands in the back of the neck may be swollen. • Your child won’t usually feel unwell. It can be difficult to diagnose rubella with certainty.

What to do:

• Give your child plenty to drink. Keep them away from anybody who’s in the early stages of pregnancy (up to four months) or trying to get pregnant. If your child has had contact with any pregnant women before you knew about the illness, you must let the women know as they'll need to see their GP.

Whooping Cough

Incubation period: 6-21 days. Infectious period: from the first signs of the illness until about six weeks

after coughing starts. If an antibiotic is given, the infectious period will continue for up to five days after starting treatment. Antibiotics need to be given early in the course of the illness in order to improve symptoms.

Symptoms:

• The symptoms are similar to a cold and cough, with the cough gradually getting worse. • After about two weeks, coughing bouts start. These are exhausting and make it difficult to breathe. • Younger children (babies under six months) are much more seriously affected and can have breath-holding or blue attacks, even before they develop a cough. • Your child may choke and vomit. • Sometimes, but not always, there will be a whooping noise as the child draws in breath after coughing. • The coughing fits may continue for several weeks, and can continue for up to three months.

What to do:

• Whooping cough is best prevented through immunisation. • If your child has a cough that gets worse rather than better and starts to have longer fits of coughing more and more often, see your GP. It’s important for the sake of other children to know whether or not your child has whooping cough. Talk to your GP about how to look after your child. Avoid contact with babies, who are most at risk from serious complications. All information taken from NHS Choices http://www.nhs.uk/ Sept 2014.

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Toddler Groups in Colwick & Netherfield Contd. 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

Toddler Groups in Keyworth, Plumtree & Tollerton Caterpilllars Baby Group, Keyworth Young Peoples Centre, Tuesdays Call 01509 557030 Keyworth Baby & Toddler Group, Parochial Hall, Selby Lane, Mon 1011.30am, Call  07843204504. Little Rascals Parent & Toddler, Keyworth Primary & Nursery School,Thurs 1.30-3, Term Time 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! Call 01949 836 040 Little Angels Toddler Group at Radcliffe Methodist Church, Wed 9.15-11.30am, Term Time, Call 0115 933 2509 St. Mary’s, Radcliffe-on-Trent, Main Rd, Carer & Toddler Group, Fri 9-11.15am Call 0115 845 1656

Toddler Groups in Ruddington & Clifton

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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

Toddler Groups in Sherwood Chill Out, Sherwood URC, 1 Edwards Lane, parent/carer children’s group, Thurs 10.30-1.30, Term time Call 0115 962 2830

Toddler Groups in West Bridgford, Gamston & Edwalton Holy Spirit Toddler Group, Victoria Rd/ Melton Rd West Bridgford, Thurs 1011.30am.Term Time, Call 0772 459 9582

Clifton Leisure Centre, Southchurch Dr, Notts Fun Tots, Play session, Mon 9.30am Call 0115 876 1600 Crawlers & Walkers, Cotgrave C of E Primary School, Tues, 10.00 - 11.15, 0 – 5 yrs, Indoor & Outdoor Play Call 01949 863 840 Fun for All, Salvation Army, High St, Arnold, Contact Killisick Children’s Centre for dates & times, Call 0115 993 1467 Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Notts Fun Tots, Fri 11am, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1555 Netherfield Children’s Centre, 143 Victoria Rd, Stay & Play, 1-5yrs, Tues 9.3011, Call 0115 883 0840 Southglade Leisure Centre, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Notts Fun Tots Mon 9am, Call 0115 915 1595

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Stay & Play at Arnbrook Children’s Centre or Salvation Army, High St, Arnold, Tues 1.00-2.30pm Call 0115 916 5010 Stay & Play at Bingham Rugby Club, 0 - 5 years, Tues, 10.00 - 11.30am Call 01949 863 840 Stay & Play: Killisick Community & Children’s Centre, Arnold, Fri 1-2.30pm, Call 0115 993 1467 Young Explorers, Bingham & Cotgrave, Indoor & Outdoor Exploring for 0 - 5yrs, Thurs, 10.00 -11.00 Call 01949 863 840

Under 5’s Art, Crafts & Messy Play Abbey and Ladybay Children’s Centre, West Bridgford, Messy Play, Various Dates, For Dates & Times Call 0115 969 4480

Under 5’s Dance & Drama Babyballet, Classes at Arnold Library & Bowls Pavilion for 6m+ Call 07776 206669 Billy’s Bouncing Beans, Exciting drama classes for 3-5years packed with storytelling, drama games, music and puppetry. Call 01636 525107 www.agfperformingarts.co.uk En Pointe School of Dance, Inspiring Ballet Classes for Children age 2-16, West Bridgford, enpointenottingham@gmail. com, Call 07860 785920

St Giles Tiddlers, St Giles Church Hall, Stratford Rd, West Bridgford, Thurs 1011.30, Call 07948 834250

Gedling Ballet School, Gedling Memorial Hall, Pre-School Dance, Wed 4.10pm, Sat am, 3 & 4yrs Call 0115 955 4164

St Pauls Toddlers, St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford, Wed am Call 0115 878 4978

Gillespie School of Dancing, Mapperley, Ballroom, Latin & Freestyle Lessons & Classes, 3yrs+ Call 07754 127992

St. Paul’s Toddler Group, St. Paul’s Church, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford, Wed am, Call 0115 921 3475

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Ballet Tots, Sat am, 9.30am Call 0115 937 5582

Tinies & Toddlers, St Luke’s Church, Leahurst Rd, West Bridgford, Thurs 1011.45am, Term Time, Call 0115 974 5024 Toddles, West Bridgford Pentacostal Church, Wellin Lane, Edwalton, Thurs 1011.30am,www.wellinlanechurch.org.uk,

Bubbles Toddler Group, Hope Church, Farnborough Rd, Clifton, Fri 9-11am, Call 0115 914 4412

W Bridgford Methodist Parent Baby&Toddler Group, Patrick Rd, Wed 9.30-11.30am & 1.30-3pm,www. wbmethodist.org.uk,

Hermitage Pre-School, Wilford Rd Ruddington, Stay & Play, Mon am, During Summer School Holidays, Call 07923 487030

West Bridgford Baptist P&T Group, Melton Rd, Wed 10-11.30am, Call 0115 981 0690

Little Monkeys Playgroup, Green Lane Youth Centre, Clifton Fri 10-12, Call 0115 915 2372

Wilford Village Toddlers, The Centre, Main Rd, Wilford Village, Tues & Fri 9.30-11.30, Coffee Avail from 9am! Call 0115 945 5463

Rivergreen Methodist Toddler Group, Clifton Methodist Church, Thurs 9.1511am, Call 0115 974 9955

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Ruddington Methodist Church P&T Group, Church Hall, Charles St, Tues 9.3011am, Call 0115 9215 717

Other Toddler Sessions

Little Playhouse, Mon 10-11am, Age2-4, Price: £5 (accompanying parent free) per session including tea/coffee in CAST afterwards Call 0115 941 9419

A fun new cookery experience for Under 5’s across Nottinghamshire

To book a place now, contact Kelly on 07817 583705 www.gobake.co.uk

info@gobake.co.uk facebook.com/Go Bake @gobakenotts

Creation Station Rushcliffe, Baby Discovery & Little Explorer sessions in Rushcliffe & Bottesford Call 07834 470 256 Go Bake - Cookery Classes for Under 5’s & Under 8’s at Pirates Soft Play, Jungletastic & Venues Around South Notts, Call 07817 583705 Tots at the Top, Fun Themed Art & Craft Classes with Puppets/Songs/Stories & Play too! www.totsatthetop, 07813 283276 or Call 07773 247628

Lorna Leighton School of Dancing, Tap/ Ballet/Street/Majorette at Lowdham/ Redhill/Carlton/Calverton, 2yrs+ Call 0115 967 3383 Louisa Holmes School of Performing Arts, Daybrook, Baby Ballet, Sat am 3yrs+, Call 0115 962 4648 Marcia Jones School of Dance, Beeston/ Hucknall/Mapperley, P&T, Baby & PrePrimary Ballet, Street & Tap for Under 5’s Call 0115 922 6499 Melody Bear, Dance Classes for Pre-school Children, Radcliffe Mon am, Keyworth Mon pm/Fri am, Call 0115 937 5150 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, W Bridgford, 30mins of Music, Dance & Song, 3-5yrs, Tues 4.45pm, Call 01623 406284

To advertise please call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Activities for Under 5’s

Pirates Play Centre Denz Indoor Play Centre Jungletastic Soft Adventure Play Escape Family Entertainment Centre Lady Bay Ruddington Tel: 07970 805141 www.wiggleandgiggle.co.uk / wiggleandgiggle@outlook.com

www.magicalmovers.co.uk Classes in many areas of Nottingham and Derby

£3.50 per child Pay as you go!

07954 991963

West Bridgford, Wollaton, Long Eaton, Beeston, Bingham, Giltbrook, Gamston & Ravenshead

Wiggle and Giggle, Music and Movement, Classes for children 1-5 years Call 07970 805141

EMSA Babies, Small Friendly Classes/ Warm Pools. Preparing for our EMSA Swim School. Call 01773 744899

Under 5’s Sport & Swimming

John Carroll Leisure Centre, Denman St Central, Radford, Aqua babies, Mon 11am, 0-3yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Bingham Leisure Centre, The Banks, P&T Swimming, From Birth, Wed 12-1.15pm & Fri 11.30am-12.30pm Call 01949 838 628

John Carroll Leisure Centre, Denman St Central, Radford, Nottingham Swim School, Wed 0-5yrs, Sat 3-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Bingham Leisure Centre, Water babies, lessons for babies & toddlers Mon 10.30-12pm, Wed 10-11am & Fri 10.30-11.30am, Please Book, Call 01949 838 628 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Parent & Toddler Swim, Mon 3.00pm, Tue/Thu/Fri 12.15pm, Call 0115 987 2333

Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Notts Splash Tots, Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1555

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

Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Aqua Babies, Wed 11.30 & 12.00, 0-3yrs, Call 0115 915 1555

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Clifton Leisure Centre, Notts Gym Tots, Thurs 1.15pm 0-3yrs & 2.15 3-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Under 5’s Dance & Drama Contd.

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

Clifton Leisure Centre, Southchurch Dr, Aqua Babies, Mon 10am & 10.30am, 0-3yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Nottingham Theatre Dance School, Carlton, Ballet & Tap, Sat 12.00, 3yrs+ Call 07753 883234

Magical Movers, Music & Dance Classes Throughout Notts & Nottingham City Leisure Centres, Call 07941 625793

Clifton Leisure Centre, Southchurch Dr, Forest Soccer Tots, Mon 10am, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts, Djanogly City Academy, Poppets for 4-6yrs, Sat 9.30-11.30, Call 084567 32022

Mini Movers at Arnbrook Children’s Centre for 12-24 months, Contact Centre for Dates & Times, Call 0115 916 5010

Clifton Leisure Centre, Southchurch Dr, Notts Splash Tots, T/W/Th/F am, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Rollini School of Dance, Holy Spirit Social Centre, West Bridgford, Sat am, Cygnets & Pre-Primary, 3yrs+, Call 07855 052954

Musical Movers, Bulwell Riverside, Main St, Fri 12-2pm, Call 0115 883 3500

Super Kids World, Fun Dance, Drama, Storytelling, Singing, Games,Yoga & Positive Thinking, 2yrs+ Call 07982 246072 Triple Threat Arts Academy, Baby Ballet, Gotham, Fri 4.30pm, 3-7yrs Call 07809 704212

Under 5’s Music & Movement

Ollie’s Fun Shack, Sherwood Energy Village, New Ollerton, Tambourine Tigers Thurs, 10.15am, 6m-4yrs, Call 01623 860842 Rainbow Stripes, Free Sessions of Live Music & Activities, Various Venues, Call 07792 308432 Rattle & Roll, West Bridgford & Ruddington, Fun Packed Music Classes, Parents/Carers & Children 4m-4yrs, Call 07786 262544

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

Relax Kids Nottingham - Classes in Woodthorpe, Mapperley & Carlton for children 10wks-5yrs wirh parents/carers Call 07853 199405

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

Sing & Play for Babies & Toddlers, Methodist Chapel, Main St, Lowdham, Wed 10-11.30am, Call 07925 011821

Eden Softplay, St Saviour’s Gardens, The Meadows, Rainbow Stripes Wed pm, & Magical Movers Tues am Call 0115 986 4118

Speech Sign & Song Club, Beeston, for U5’s with Communication Difficulties, Call 0115 922 1318

John Carroll Leisure Centre, Denman St Central, Radford, Notts Splash Tots, Mon-Fri Various times, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Djanogly Community Leisure Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham Swim School, M/W/F/Sat 0-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Djanogly Community Leisure Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Notts Gym Tots, Tues 1.15pm 0-3yrs & 2.15pm 3-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Djanogly Community Leisure Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Paddle for a £1, Fri/ Sat Call 0115 876 1600

Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Notts Gym Tots, Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat, 0-3yrs & 3-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1555 Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Notts Swim School, M/T/W/F & 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

Weekly Sessions for Girls & Boys age 21/2-7 years

Daytime, Weekend and AfterSchool sessions during Term Time all year Indoor & outdoor venues Parties for all ages

Holiday Camps

for 4 - 11 year olds too!

Hyson Green Library, Gregory Blvd, Sing, Wiggle & Giggle, Wed 1.30-2.30pm, 0-4yrs, Call 0115 915 2483

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Activities for Under 5’s • Soft Play Little Wickets, Under 7’s Cricket Fun & Games, Indoor & Outdoor Venues across Notts, 2.5-7yrs, Call 0115 924 8476 Puddle Ducks, Unique Swimming Classes for 0-4yrs Join at Any Point in the Term, Free Taster Sessions, www. puddleducks.com, Call 07906 191504 Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, P&T Swim, Wed 12-1.30pm, Fri 3.15-5pm, Call 0115 923 4921 Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood, Nottm Swim School, M/T/W/F & Sat 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1595 Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood, Notts Gym Tots , Mon 1.15pm 6m-3yrs, 2.15pm 3-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1595 Southglade Leisure Centre, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Aqua Babies, Fri 9am 0-5yrs, 9.30am 0-3yrs, Call 0115 915 1595 Southglade Leisure Centre, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Forest Soccer Tots, Fri 10am, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1595 Southglade Leisure Centre, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Notts Splash Tots, M/T/ Th/F, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1595 Tumble Tots, Gamston, Radcliffe on Trent & West Bridgford, Active Physical Gymnastics Based Development Programme for 6m-7yrs Call 07429 845132 Victoria Leisure Centre, Gedling St, Nottm, Nottingham Swim School, Tues/ Thur/Sun, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Victoria Leisure Centre, Gedling St, Nottm, Notts Gym Tots, Tues 10.45 3-5yrs, 11.45am, 0-3yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Victoria Leisure Centre, Gedling St, Nottm, Notts Splash Tots, Mon/Tues/ Wed/Fri, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 West Bridgford Tennis Club, Off Wilford Lane, Tots Tennis for 3-5yrs Call 0115 981 1699

Under 5’s Story & Rhyme Arnold Library, Front St, Arnold, Rattle Rhyme & Roll Tues (Ticketed) & Thurs, 10.30-11am, Call 0115 920 2247 Bakersfield Library, Watson Ave, Bakersfield, Tots Time, Wed 10.30-11am, U5’s, Call 0115 915 0199 Basford Library, Vernon Rd, Basford, Totstime: Rhyme Time for U5’s, Tues 10.30-11am, Term Time Call 0115 915 5797 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

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Carlton Library, Manor Rd, Carlton, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Tues 10-10.30 All Year, U5’s Call 0115 987 0276 Central Library, Angel Row, Nottingham. Tots Time, Thurs 10.45am, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 2828 Gedling Library, Wollaton Ave, Gedling, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, Thurs 2.15-2.45pm, Call 0115 987 6886 Hyson Green Library, Gregory Blvd, Tots Time Song & Rhyme, Fri 10.30-11am, Call 0115 915 2483 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 Meadows Library, Wilford Grove, Tots Time, Song & Rhyme, Wed 2.15pm & Fri 11.10am Call 0115 915 9279 Radcliffe on Trent Library, New Rd, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, 2nd & 4th Mon Monthly, 10.30am, Call 0115 933 2312 Radcliffe on Trent Library, New Rd, Storyhullabaloo, 3rd Mon Monthly, 2.30pm, 3-5yrs, Call 0115 933 2312 Radford-Lenton Library, Lenton Blvd, Tots Time, Mon 2-2.30pm Term Time, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 915 1790 Ruddington Library, Rattle Rhyme & Roll, 2nd Tues Monthly, 11-11.30am, Call 0115 921 2309

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E-mail: info@mousetrapsoftplay.co.uk Website: www.mousetrapsoftplay.co.uk Like us on Facebook ‘Mouse Trap Soft Play’ Sherwood Library, Spondon St, Sherwood, Totstime: Rhyme Time, Fri 11.15-11.45am, 0-2yrs, Call 0115 915 1155 Southglade Park Library, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Totstime: Rhyme Time, Mon 2pm, Term Time, Call 0115 876 1055 West Bridgford Library, Rattle, Rhyme & Roll, Fri 10-10.30 & 11-11.30am, U3’s, Call 0115 981 6506 West Bridgford Library, Storyhullabaloo, Tues 10am, U5’s, Call 0115 981 6506

Soft Play Denz Indoor Playcentre, Beeston, Toddler Area! U1’s FREE! Fun Starts Here! Call 0115 925 5007 Eden Softplay, St Saviours Gardens, The Meadows, Nottingham’s, Softplay for U10’s! Call 0115 986 4118 Hoods Hideout Soft Play Adventure Centre, Beechdale Swimming Centre, 0-11yrs, Call 0115 876 1600 Jimmy Beans Children’s Play & Party Centre, Sutton, New & Improved with Baby Area, 0-10yrs Call 01623 550333 Jungletastic, Soft Adventure Play, Nottingham Rd, Nuthall, Mid Week Madness! £2.50 after 3pm Weds, Call 0115 975 1113 Kool Kids Indoor Adventure Playcentre, City College, Carlton Rd, 6m-11yrs, Call 0115 950 0125 Little Drivers Soft Play, Off Halls Rd, Stapleford, Call 0115 939 2211

To advertise please call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

On the Grapevine... New family-friendly venue, Sobar

Get creative with Creation Station!

Run by local charity Double Impact, Sobar is Nottingham’s first and only alcohol-free café and entertainment venue and was recently recommended in the Evening Post as Nottingham’s ‘Best for Children’ venue. As well as a delicious children’s menu, there is a great Kids’ Corner with games and toys, plenty of space for buggies, proper (clean) highchairs and breastfeeding is welcome. The venue also hosts regular family, music, comedy, and art events. Located just off the Old Market Square on Friar Lane, it’s a great place to escape the throngs and re-fuel.

Hi everyone, just a few lines to introduce myself as the new “Creation Station” franchisee for our area. I am delivering structured educational and exciting arts and craft sessions for babies, toddlers and pre-school children. I am extremely enthusiastic about this new challenge in my life and although I am only in my first “term” I have already met some wonderful mums, dads, grandparents and little ones. A fantastic stock delivery for my new adventure has turned the house into my children’s paradise with paint, glue, feathers, buttons, stencils, gems, clay, glitter and the list goes on... freely available... however, the mess is not so impressive!!!!!.. Please come along and discover the experience for yourselves...without the mess!!

22 Friar Lane, Nottingham, NG1 6DQ 0115 824 0364 www.sobar-nottingham.co.uk www.doubleimpact.org.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SobarNottingham Twitter: @sobarnottm

Home-Grow Your Own Nanny

@Home Childcare Academy is looking for families in need of extra childcare support and home help with caring for young children. The service is aimed at parents, on maternity/paternity who might be interested in having a nanny when they return to work. The parents’ helper is a trainee home childcarer (nanny) who attends weekly childcare classes whilst working alongside parents to provide support for up to 16 hours per week. The trainee has a personal mentor/tutor to provide on-going support and guidance. Director, Yvette Oliver-Mighten is excited about the new service. “Our Home Childcare Academy allows parents to home-grow their own personal nanny. The scheme provides pathway training and career opportunities for people genuinely interested in a career in Early Years. The service is affordable too as parents simply contribute £18 per week towards the cost of the training. t: 0115 978 3399 e: childcare@homechildcare.co.uk w: www.athomechildcare.co.uk

Children, lets get baking!

Hi I’m Kelly from Go Bake and my mission is to get kids baking from 18 months old! My under 5’s classes run across Nottinghamshire and are a great way to introduce kids to handling food, learning where it comes from, tasting new foods and developing key skills for life including maths, literacy, geography & history! Coming from an education and food background I make sure that everything is accessible to all children with a big emphasis on having fun, helped out by our puppet Gingie. Go Bake isn’t just about classes, I am kept busy with cupcakes and pizza parties at weekends and making birthday cakes as well as the holiday specials I run (Gruffalo or Frozen anyone?).

So, lets Go Bake!

To find out more: Kelly - 07817 583705 info@gobake.co.uk www.gobake.co.uk www.facebook.com/Go Bake

For enquiries and to reserve a place Email: andrealewis@thecreationstation.co.uk 01949 279269 www.thecreationstation.co.uk/childrens-art-class-and-party-entertainer/nottinghamshire-rushcliffe

Tiny Talkers have moved...

Business is booming for Tiny Talkers Day Nursery since their move to 9 Musters Road. The new environment is completely modernized and is registered for 44 children aged from 6 weeks to 5. They also cater for 16 children aged 5 to 12 during school holidays and before and after school care from West Bridgford Infants. Sarah, the owner, explains: “We are a small nursery, and we pride ourselves on our warm and friendly approach. We know all of our children and parents really well, and our staff provide the highest standards of care. The Musters Road premises has allowed us to provide an even better range of learning opportunities for the children, and is right in the heart of the West Bridgford community” The nursery is open for pre-school children from 7.30pm to 6pm Monday to Friday and for children attending the holiday club from 8.30pm to 5pm weekdays. More information at: www.tinytalkersdaynursery.co.uk or call 0115 981 4195 or email manager@tinytalkersdaynursery.co.uk

Martial arts, life skills & conﬁdent kids

Here at the Shudokan we are proud to offer a fully comprehensive young person’s martial arts programme. The benefits of martial arts training for children are many and varied, and we enhance these even further! With our unique achievement systems your child will be rewarded for… • Achievement at school. • Being helpful around the home. • Improvement in physical fitness. • Expressing their creativity. • Learning vital skills for an independent lifestyle. • Helping and educating others. • Increasing confidence. • And many more. These ‘Achievements’ are so important to us that our youth students are required to earn a minimum of these before they can progress to Black Belt. If you would like know more call our team. Shudokan Black Belt Academy 37 Haydn Rd. Sherwood, Nottingham. NG5 2LA 0115 9856504 www.shudokan.co.uk info@shudokan.co.uk

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Can you read the above title? It says, ‘Does Your Child Have Dyslexia?’ Imagine a world where, instead of relying mainly on the written word, we use images to communicate. Those who can draw will be able to express themselves effectively while those who can only create stick men images will not. Would that mean that those who cannot draw are less able? No, it would indicate that those individuals have not been asked to show what they know and understand in a form appropriate for them. This is what it is like for many children who have Dyslexia. Often the two Ds go together – Dyslexia and Determination. While many adults who have dyslexia possess determination, some children may need help to develop it. Some Indicators of Dyslexia • Finds reading difficult and has problems understanding what has been read • Reads a word on one page but cannot remember it on the next • Finds spelling difficult, reverses letters or words, e.g. b for d or was for saw Spells the same word several different ways in a piece of work • Learns how to spell a word one week and has forgotten it the next • Has lots of ideas but cannot put them down on paper • Has difficulty remembering sequences such as the days of the week, the alphabet and times tables • Is disorganised at home and school, constantly loses and forgets items and information • In other ways is a bright and alert child • Frustration has led to behavioural or emotional difficulties November 3rd to 8th, is dyslexia awareness week. If many of the above sound familiar, 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 children who have dyslexia.

Do you dream of running your own business from home? Would you like to join our enthusiastic, friendly group and run your own Family Grapevine magazine from home? Visit www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk click on Local Areas and if we haven’t got a magazine where you live, or close by, give us a call to find out more! Some computer skills are required and full business specific training is given.

Please ring Genevieve on 01372 209200 or email genevieve@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

4-5 year olds can now join the Razz fun in Nottingham!

Razzamataz Nottingham has had a great start to the new term with the launch of Razz Minis for 4-5 year olds!

Contact us to discuss how we can help your child overcome his/her difficulties. Helpline: 0115 924 6888 / Helpline@dyslexia.uk.net www.dylsexia.uk.net Sherwood House, 7 Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham NG7 6LB Twitter: https://twitter.com/dyslexiauk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DyslexiaUK

Little shoes to ladies shoes

Due to popular demand, The Little Shoe Company are excited to announce the launch of a Ladies Collection this Autumn Winter at their shop in Gordon Road, West Bridgford. The focus is on style, quality and comfort. The range includes waterproof boots and on trend brogues in leathers, suede’s & patents from suppliers such as Geox, Hush Puppies, Mod Comfy & Boulevard. They also stock a quality range of ladies slippers in time for Christmas! The successful kids range continues with quality brands such as Startrite, Hush Puppies, Geox & Ricosta. Wellies & slippers make popular Christmas gifts, or if undecided, what about a gift voucher? 0115 981 2698 30 Gordon Road, West Bridgford, NG2 5LN www.thelittle shoecompany.co.uk

Have a child who loves to perform? Then Razz is the place to be offering exceptional training in the performing arts including Street Dance, Pop Singing, Musical Theatre and Drama. Razz Minis is specifically designed for the younger students to cover all three disciplines within an hour session. Razz Nottingham has recently bid a fond farewell to Shanley and is set for a bright future under new Principal Claire Blower. Claire launched the Mansfield school 3 years ago and is delighted to now run Nottingham too along with her brilliant team. With lots of exciting things lined up for the coming year, now is definitely the time to get involved. To book a free taster session: Call 07402 179892 or Email nottingham@razzamataz.co.uk 2 and 3 year olds have to wait a little bit longer but Razz Tots sessions coming to Nottingham soon! FREE taster sessions also available for 6-17 yr olds.

A big thank you! After a nervous start in 2008 we now publish two directory-style magazines for West Notts and East & South Notts and the City, with a circulation of over 40000 copies. Each area has its own vibrant website and this year we introduced the new Online editions especially for the half term. None of this would have been possible without our amazing advertisers and we can’t thank them enough. When you contact them please say ‘Hello’ from us!

To advertise please call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Childcare • Day Nurseries

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Soft Play Contd. Mouse Trap Soft Play, Main St, Bulwell, Parking in & Entrance Via Tesco Car Park, 0-10yrs Call 0115 975 2880

Nottingham City Families Information Service, fis@nottinghamcity.gov.uk, Call 0800 458 4114 Nottinghamshire Family Information Service, Call 0300 500 80 80.’

Oceans of Fun Play Centre, Spring St, Hucknall, Indoor/Outdoor Play Areas & Private Hire, Call 0115 963 3961

Nottinghamshire Nannies, Nanny & Au Pair Agency, Established for 15yrs, Call 07929 982618

Pirates Play Centre, Rowley Drive, Sherwood, Up to 10yrs, Call 01159 603 363

Notts County Council, Early Years & Childcare Services, Call 08449 80 80 80

Run Riot Indoor Play Area, Rushcliffe Arena, West Bridgford, 2-10yrs Call 0115 981 4027 Tumbletown Play Centre, 107 High St, Arnold, Fully Air Conditioned Indoor Play for U8’s, Call 0115 967 1161

Childcare & Childcare Advice @Home Childcare, Part Time Flexible Childcare in Your Home, Call 0115 9783 399 East Midlands Night Nanny & Baby Sitter, Enhanced DBS, 15yrs+ Childcare Experience, Call 07738 567097 First Choice Nanny Agency for Nannies, Au Pairs, Baby Sitters & Event Creches, Call 01509 670758

Ofsted, Info on Education & Children’s Services Call 0300 123 1231

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

Sitters, for Day and Evening Babysitters, with Professional Childcare Experience, Call 08447 367367

Scotts Wood Private Day Nursery, 1 Selby Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 981 2980

Daycare Nurseries NG1

Secret Garden Private Day Nursery, 69 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-8yrs, Call 0115 981 7837

Learning Works for Children, Poplar St, Nottingham, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 9243 003 Nottingham Women’s Centre, Children’s Daycare Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, 6m-5yrs, Call 0115 941 1475

Contact us for more information The Playroom Nursery & WBOOSC, 70 t: 0115 978 3399 e: childcare@homechildcare.co.uk Musters Rd, West Bridgford, 3m-5yrs, Once Upon a Time Nursery, Stoney St, Call 0115 981 1168 w: www.athomechildcare.co.uk Nottingham Call 0115 910 4680 Pretty Windows Day Nursery, Gedling St, Sneinton Market Square, 0-5yrs, Including Yoga & Music Sessions, Call 0115 988 1429 St Joseph’s Nursery, Derby Rd, Nottingham, 12m-5yrs, Call 0115 941 8356 Stepping Stones Day Nursery, Arboretum Street, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 910 1162

Daycare Nurseries NG2 & Edwalton Aphabet House Day Nursery, Adbolton Ln, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs Call 0115 982 0101 Children’s Corner Day Nursery,103 Loughborough Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 981 5649 Edwalton Day Nursery, Melton Rd, Edwalton, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 945 2741 Hickory House, 66-68 Loughborough Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 914 2222 Leo’s Childrens Nursery, 16 Albert Rd, West Bridgford, 3m-5yrs, Call 0115 971 7557 Lily Daycare, The Centre for the Child, Edale Rd, Sneinton, 6m-5yrs Call 0115 950 8148 Little Friends Children’s Day Nursery, Adbolton Lane, West Bridgford, 0-5yrs, Call 0115 981 8040 Papermoon Day Nursery, Gamston District Centre, Gamston, 6wks-8yrs, Call 0115 982 2220

National Nannies, Registering & Supplying Childcare Professionals in the UK, Call 07563 422261

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

Newborn Nanny, Professional Advice & Help with your Newborn Baby in your Own Home, Call 07771 863309

Radcliffe Road Day Nursery, 124/126 Radcliffe Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 981 5281

The Grange, Edwalton Grange, 216 Melton Rd, Edwalton, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 923 6116

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, 9 Musters Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 981 4195 Wishing Well Day Nursery, 2 Oakfields Rd, West Bridgford, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 9142233

Daycare Nurseries NG3 Al-Hudaa Nursery, Berkley Ave, Nottm, 0-5yrs Call 0115 969 0800 Ark Day Nursery, 1 Vickers St, Mapperley Park 6wk-5yrs Call 0115 856 5628 Forget Me Not Day Nursery, 9 Parkdale Rd, Bakersfield, 6wks-8yrs, Call 0115 940 4002 Hazel Hurst School, 400 Westdale Lane, Mapperley, 2yrs+, Funded Places Available, Call 0115 960 6759 Iona Day Nursery, 310 Sneinton Dale, Sneinton, 6wks-3.5yrs, Call 0115 941 5295 Kingfisher Day Nursery, 150 Porchester Rd, Mapperley, 0-5yrs, All Funded Places Available, Call 0115 993 2915 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, 3m-5yrs, Call 0115 961 7083 Daisies Day Nursery, Gedling House, Wood Lane, Gedling, 6wks-5yrs, Call 0115 955 2298 Duncroft Day Nursery, 1A Duncroft Ave, Gedling, 3m-5yrs Call 0115 940 4491

And there’s even MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts

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Good Foundations Day Nursery, 49 Station Rd, Carlton, 0-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż987â&#x20AC;Ż2898

Cherubs Vale View Nursery, St Albans Rd, Bulwell, Funded Places for 2, 3 & 4 yrs, 9-3pm, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż979â&#x20AC;Ż5994

Lambley Day Nursery, The Old School Room, Church St, Lambley, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż931â&#x20AC;Ż2745

Once Upon a Time Day Nursery, NCN Basford Hall College, Stockhill Lane, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż916â&#x20AC;Ż6331

Little Bears Day Nursery, 1A First Ave, Carlton, 6wks-11yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż940â&#x20AC;Ż4388

Rocking Horse Day Nursery, 229 Cinderhill Rd, Bulwell, 0-8yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż976â&#x20AC;Ż3322

Daycare Nurseries NG5 Academy Day Nursery, Bestwood Park Dr West, Rise Park, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż979â&#x20AC;Ż7800 Arnold House Day Nursery, 68 Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż966â&#x20AC;Ż6123 Busy Bees at Nottingham City Hospital, Gate 3, Hucknall Rd, 6wk-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż960â&#x20AC;Ż5879 Busy Bees Day Nursery, Sir John Robinson Way, Daybrook, 3m-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż926â&#x20AC;Ż4111 Carrington Private Day Nursery, 315 Mansfield Rd, Carrington, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż969â&#x20AC;Ż1170 Cuddles Day Nursery, 404 Mansfield Rd, Mapperley Park, 6wks-5yrs, Free Funded Places, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż960â&#x20AC;Ż7217 Educare Day Nurseries, 16 Pelham Rd, Sherwood Rise, 6wks-5yrs, Funded Sessions Avail. Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż969â&#x20AC;Ż1700 Hollies Country Park Day Nursery, 11 Woodchurch Rd, Bestwood Lodge, Arnold, 0-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż920â&#x20AC;Ż1826 Hollies Day Nursery, 2 Private Rd, Sherwood, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż960â&#x20AC;Ż6388 Leoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Childrens Nursery, 66 St. Albans Rd, Arnold, 0-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż967â&#x20AC;Ż3229 Mountford House Nursery, 373 Mansfield Rd, Nottingham, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż960â&#x20AC;Ż5676

Tiny World Day Nursery, 92 Arnold Rd, Basford, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż978â&#x20AC;Ż2274 Tiny World, Rock House, Stockhill Lane, Basford, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż942â&#x20AC;Ż2320

Daycare Nurseries NG7 Busy Bees at Nottingham University, University Pk, Sports Centre Dr, 0-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż922â&#x20AC;Ż9117 Educare Day Nurseries., 8 Sherwood Rise, Sherwood, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż962â&#x20AC;Ż6226 Green Nursery School, Leen Place, St. Peterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż924â&#x20AC;Ż9613 Greenfields Childrens Centre, Russell Rd, Forest Fields, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż841â&#x20AC;Ż8441 Nottingham Nursery School, Denman St. Radford, 2-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż915â&#x20AC;Ż9090 Paper Moon Day Nursery, Faraday Rd, Lenton, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż942â&#x20AC;Ż4800 Sandfield Day Nursery, Ashburnham Ave, Lenton, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż979â&#x20AC;Ż2424 Sunrise Nurseries, Alfreton Rd, Nottm, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż978â&#x20AC;Ż5870 The Fig Tree Nursery, Bentinck Rd, Nottm, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż970â&#x20AC;Ż5858 University Hospital Day Nursery, QMC, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż942â&#x20AC;Ż3332 Young Ones Day Nursery, Derby Rd, Lenton, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż979â&#x20AC;Ż0988 Zaytuna Day Nursery, Berridge Rd West, Hyson Green, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż8411â&#x20AC;Ż200

Once Upon a Time Day Nursery, ncn Clarendon, Pelham Ave, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż912â&#x20AC;Ż5502x3888

Daycare Nurseries NG11 & NG12

Poplars Blossoms Nursery School, 205 Edwards Lane, Sherwood, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż920â&#x20AC;Ż4809

Busy Bees at Milford School, Dungannon Rd, Clifton, 6wk-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż984â&#x20AC;Ż7882

Poplars Nursery School, Portland Court, Sherwood, 6wk-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż967â&#x20AC;Ż6051 Woodthorpe Day Nursery, 1 Albemarle Rd, Woodthorpe, 6m-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż962â&#x20AC;Ż0415

Children 1st Day Nursery, Station Rd, Plumtree, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż937â&#x20AC;Ż4755 Millfield Nursery School, Tythby Road, Cropwell Butler, 2-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż933â&#x20AC;Ż4085

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 qualiďŹ ed & caring staff - all Nursery Vouchers accepted

Secure outside play area and garden 69 Musters Road, West Bridgford, Nottingham, NG2 7PY

www.secret-garden-childcare.co.uk

Call Sylvia on 0115 981 7837 or email sylvia@secret-garden-childcare.co.uk

The Wolds Day Nursery Old Melton Road, Normanton on the Wolds, Nr Plumtree, 0-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż937â&#x20AC;Ż6030

Montessori & Steiner Nurseries

Tiny Teddies Day Nursery, Loughborough Road, Ruddington, 6wks5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż984â&#x20AC;Ż7432

Angels By Day Montessori Nursery, Hillside House, Lenton, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż978â&#x20AC;Ż9980

Daycare Nurseries NG14 & Bingham

Preschools & Playgroups (Term Time Only)

Alphabet House Day Nursery, Gunthorpe Rd, Lowdham, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż966â&#x20AC;Ż4556 Bingham Day Nursery, Pre-School Centre & Woodland Activity Centre, Long Acre, 0-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż01949â&#x20AC;Ż839â&#x20AC;Ż242

Abacus Pre-School, Regatta Way, W Bridgford/Gamston, M-F 8.30-4.15, 20mths-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż981â&#x20AC;Ż1142 Arnold Methodist Church Playgroup, Arnold Market Place, Tue/Fri 9.45-11.45, 2-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż07779â&#x20AC;Ż610136

Daycare Nurseries NG6

Old Co-operative Day Nursery, 7-9 Wallace St. Gotham, 0-11yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż830â&#x20AC;Ż003

Angels By Day, Springfield House, Hucknall Ln, Bulwell, 6wks-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż951â&#x20AC;Ż9915

Radcliffe on Trent Day Nursery & Forest School, Downing House, Main Rd, 0-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż933â&#x20AC;Ż3133

Serendipityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Nursery & Preschool, 32 Nottm Rd, Bingham, 0-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż01949â&#x20AC;Ż836â&#x20AC;Ż730

Arnold View Preschool, Community Centre, Gedling Rd, Arnold, Tue/Thur/ Fri am & Thur/Fri Lunch + pm, 2-5yrs Callâ&#x20AC;Ż07919â&#x20AC;Ż025633

Cherubs Executive House Nursery, St Albans Rd, Bulwell, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż979â&#x20AC;Ż5975

Ruddington Day Nursery, Grange House, Wilford Rd, Ruddington, 6wks-5yrs, Open from 7.30am, Callâ&#x20AC;Żâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż984â&#x20AC;Ż8125

The Honey Pot Private Day Nursery, Nottingham Rd, Burton Joyce, 6wks5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż931â&#x20AC;Ż4411

Bluebell Hill Playgroup & Out of School Care Scheme, Community Centre, St Anns, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż958â&#x20AC;Ż4394

Daisies Day Nursery, 63, Main St, Lowdham, 6wks-5yrs, Callâ&#x20AC;Ż0115â&#x20AC;Ż966â&#x20AC;Ż5282

To advertise please call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Out of School Clubs Dunkirk Fun Club  

Based at Dunkirk Primary and Nursery School Marlborough Street . Dunkirk . Nottingham . NG7 2LE 

Fun Club Tel: 07984 094 084 or 0115 9153273  Fun Club Email: funclub@dunkirk.nottingham.sch.uk 

Website: www.dunkirkprimary.com 

The Fun Club is open before and after school during term-time 

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Breakfast session: 8.00am-9.00am. Breakfast provided After school: 3.30pm-6.00pm. Light tea provided

Holiday Club

February half term: 16th-20th February 2015 Easter: 7th-10th & 13th-15th April 2015 N.B. We are closed over the Christmas period. Holiday opening times: 8.30am-5.30pm Half days available: 8.30am-1.00pm or 1.00pm-5.30pm Children bring their own packed lunch

We have a variety of activities on offer providing opportunities for free play, sport, games, arts, crafts, music or quiet activities, reading or homework. There are also board games, books, TV, Play station, computer/internet, table tennis and Nintendo Wii. During the holidays we go on outings e.g. skating, bowling and various places of interest in and around Nottingham Registered Charity No. 1096915. OFSTED Registered. Childcare vouchers accepted

Preschools & Playgroups (Term Time Only) Bubbles Playgroup, Charis Life Church, Clifton, Fri 9.45-11.45, Call 0115 876 2625 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, 2-5yrs, Call 01949 839667 Carlton Hill Preschool Playgroup, Carlton Hill, Mon-Fri 9-12, Mon/Wed/Fri 12.453.45pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 911 5644 Carnarvon Pre School, Bingham Primary School, Mon-Fri 9-3.30pm, 2-5yrs, Free Funded Places Call 07818 031273 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 Coteswood House School, Thackery’s Lane, Woodthorpe, 3-5yrs Call 0115 967 6551 Foxy Creek Preschool Playgroup, Richard Herrod Leisure Centre, Carlton, M-F 9.1512.15, Call 0115 961 2949. Good Shepherd Pre-School, 15 Month Club, Woodthorpe, Fri pm, 15m- 2.5yrs, Call 07971 382837 Good Shepherd Pre-School, Woodthorpe, Mon/Tue am/pm, Wed-Fri am, 2.5-5yrs, Call 07971 382837 Haywood Road Preschool Playgroup, Haywood Rd, Mapperley, M/T/Th/F am + Lunch Club Call 07981 050338 Hermitage Pre-School, Wilford Rd Ruddington, Mon-Fri 9-12noon, 2-5yrs, Call 07923 487030 Kiddy Winks Preschool, Bakersfield Community Centre, 312 Sneinton Dale, Mon-Fri 9-2.45, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 847 1570 Killisick Preschool, Coppice Farm Primary Sch, Laver Close, Arnold, Mon-Fri 9-3.30pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 859 8143

Lady Bay Preschool, All Hallows Church, Pierrpont Rd, Mon-Fri 9.1512.15 & Lunch Club til 2.15pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 981 1309 Leahurst Road Pre-School, St Luke’s Church Hall, W Bridgford, M/T/W/F, 9.3012.30, 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 Little Windmills Playgroup & Nursery, Keyworth Primary & Nursery School, M-F 9-12 + Lunch Club, 2-5yrs, 9-3.15 3-5yrs, Call 0115 974 8005 Lowater Street Play & Preschool, Lowater St, Carlton, Mon-Fri 9-12, Mon-Wed 12.45-3.15pm, Call 0115 910 3838 Lowdham & Epperstone 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-Fri 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 Red Lion Childcare, Healthy Living Centre, Bulwell Hall, Mon-Fri 9-4pm, 2-5yrs Call 07908 648 972 Red Lion Playcentre, Coventry Rd, Bulwell, Call 0115 975 6244 Rushcliffe Preschool CIC, Tewksbury Close, W Bridgford, M-F 9-12, M-W 12-1 Lunch Club, Call 07956 053006 Rushcliffe Preschool Nottm Ltd, Edwalton Scout Hut, M-F 9.15am-2.45pm Call 07956 053006 Sherwood Playgroup, Sherwood Community Centre, Mansfield Rd, Mon-Fri am, Tue/Wed/Fri pm, 2-5yrs Call 0115 955 3152 Silverdale Pre-School, Silverdale Community Centre, Wilford, M/T/ Th/F 8.15-3.15, Wed til 12.45, Call 0115 963 3418

St Johns Playgroup, Oakdale Rd, Carlton, Mon-Fri 9.10-12.10, Mon/Tue 1.153.15pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 961 3397

Out of School & Holiday Clubs

Sunshine Corner Playgroup, Notintone Place, Sneinton, Mon-Fri 9-12am & 12.453.45pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 950 3927

Academy Day Nursery, Bestwood Park Dr West, Rise Park, Before/After Sch & Hol Club, 4-11yrs Call 0115 979 7800

Tollerton Playgroup, Tollerton School Grounds, Burnside Grove, Mon-Fri 8.453.30pm, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 937 6908

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

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

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

Wellin Lane Playgroup, Edwalton, Mon, Tue & Wed 9-3.15pm incl Lunch Club, 2-5yrs, Call 07840 169673 Westdale Preschool, Westdale Lane, Mapperley, Mon-Fri 9-11.30am &   12.30-3pm, Full days Avail, 2-5yrs,  Call 0115 840 4140 

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,M,T,T,F 9-12; T-F 1-4+lunch club, 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 Lambley Pre-School at Lambley Day Nursery, Church St, Lambley, 2-5yrs, Call 0115 931 2745

New small out of school club now open at Ladybay

Little Friends Nursery 

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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 Angels By Day, Springfield House, Hucknall Ln, Bulwell, Before/After Sch, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 951 9915 Ark Day Nursery, 1 Vickers St, Mapperley Park Before/After Sch & Hol Care 4-11yrs, Call 0115 856 5628 Arnold House Day Nursery, 68 Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, Up to 11yrs, Call 0115 966 6123 Basford Library, Vernon Rd, Basford, Homework Club, Tues & Thurs 3.305.30pm, Term Time, Call 0115 915 5797 Bestwood Childcare, Community Centre, Gainsford Cres, Bestwood, After Sch & Hol Care, 2-8yrs, Call 07949 814914 Bricks 4 Kidz®, We Learn, We Build, We Play with LEGO® Bricks. Call 07715 801443 Bulwell Childcare, Steadford Close, Crabtree Est, Bulwell, 3-11yrs, Call 0795 863 0912 Bulwell Riverside Library, Main St, Bulwell, Homework Club, Thurs 4-6pm, Call 0115 883 3500

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Out of School Clubs Busy Bees Pre-School, The Hive, Crossdale School, Keyworth, Before/After Sch Care, 2-11yrs, Call  0115 974 8082

Meadows Library, Wilford Grove, Homework Club, Mon/Fri 3.30-5.30pm, Term Time, Call 0115 915 9279

Carlton & Gedling Day Nursery, Gedling Rd, Carlton, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 961 7083

Pierrpont Gamston Kids Club, Pierrpont Gamston Primary School, W Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hols, 4-11yrs Call 07841 499111

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, 4-12yrs, Call 0115 937 4755 Children’s Corner Day Nursery,103 Loughborough Rd, West Bridgford, Holiday Care Up to 8yrs, Call 0115 981 5649 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 Duncroft Day Nursery, 1A Duncroft Ave, Gedling, Before & After Sch, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 940 4491 Dunkirk Fun Club at Dunkirk Primary School, Before/After School Care & Hol Club, 3-11yrs Call 07984 094 084 Educare Day Nurseries, 16 Pelham Rd, Sherwood Rise, Before/After & Hol Care, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 969 1700 Educare Day Nurseries., 8 Sherwood Rise, Before/After & Hol Care, 5-8yrs, Call 0115 962 6226 Edwalton Kids Club, Edwalton Scout Hut, Before/After Sch (Edwalton Primary) & Hol Care, 3-11yrs, Call 07721 407 300

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

Radford-Lenton Library, Lenton Blvd, Homework Centre, Wed 3.30-5.30pm Term Time, 8yrs+ Call 0115 915 1790 Rocking Horse Day Nursery, 229 Cinderhill Rd, Bulwell, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 976 3322 Roosters Kids Club, The Gedling School, Wollaton Ave, Gedling, Before/After Sch & Hol Club, Exciting Activities 3-14yrs, Call 07966 322786

Small glass jar Tracing or baking paper Metallic and broad felt tip pens Tealight Double sided tape or PVA glue

The Hive Holiday Club, Busy Bees at Nottingham City Hospital, Hucknall Rd, 4-12yrs, Call 0115 960 5879

Jpac Willow Farm After School & Holiday Club, Willow Lane, Gedling. Call 01302 711443

The White House Day Nursery, Bridgford Rd, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 981 0119

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

The Wolds Day Nursery, Old Melton Road, Plumtree, Hol Care, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 937 6030

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

Tiny Talkers Day Nursery, Musters Rd, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, up to 11yrs, Call 0115 981 4195

Little Friends Children’s Day Nursery, Adbolton Lane, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Hol, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 981 8040

Lay your kitchen foil shiny side down on a folded newspaper or magazine. With the end of your paintbrush, and pressing firmly, draw your design on the foil. Take care not to press too hard or you will rip the foil! Achieving the right level of pressure may take some practise. Trim around the outside of your design and the glue it, shiny side up, to the front of your card blank. Get creative and add decoration!

School’s Out Ruddington, Holiday Club for Every School Holiday, 4-12yrs, Call 07508 056995

Hyson Green Library, Gregory Blvd, Homework Help, Wed/Fri 4-6pm, Term Time, Call 0115 915 2483

Little Bears Day Nursery, 1A First Ave, Carlton, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-11yrs, Call 0115 940 4388

Instructions:

Festive Tealight Holder

Sunrise Nurseries, Alfreton Rd, Nottm, Before/After School & Hol care, 4-12yrs Call 0115 978 5870

Leo’s Den, Woodborough Woods School, Arnold, Before & After School, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 967 3229

Piece of kitchen foil Newspaper Thin paint brush Glue Card blank Gold pen, sequins, ribbon etc for decoration

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

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

Leo’s Den, Richard Bonington School, Arnold, Before & After School , 3-11yrs, Call 0115 967 3229

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

Southglade Park Library, Bestwood, Reading Champions, Bring Along Your Reading Diary! Thurs 4-5pm Call 0115 876 1055

Leo’s Den, Arnold Mill School, Arnold, After School & Holiday Club, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 967 3229

Engraved Foil Card

Pretty Windows Day Nursery, Sneinton Market Square, Before/After Sch & Hol Care, 4-8yrs, Call 0115 988 1429

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

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

Christmas Crafts

You will need:

Instructions:

Cut a piece of tracing paper to fit around the jar. Decorate the paper using your metallic and felt tip pens, with a pretty Christmas design. Stick the tracing paper to the jar using the double-sided tape or PVA. Pop a candle inside. When the candle is lit it will shine through the picture and make it glow.

Christmas tree photo frame

You will need:

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 Wishing Well Day Nursery, Oakfields Rd, West Bridgford, Before/After Sch & Holiday Club, 5-14yrs, Call 0115 914 2233

Instructions:

3 craft sticks (use coloured or you can use plain and paint) Green paint (optional) Cork or toilet roll with slit cut in the top, or ribbon for hanging Glue Photograph (13cm x 18cm or 5"x7") Double sided tape Green card Decorative bits and pieces

Glue the ends of your sticks together to form a triangle. Leave to dry and then, if necessary, paint the triangle green. NB If you intend to hang the Christmas tree frame on the tree, glue a loop of ribbon in between two of the lolly sticks at this stage. Use double sided tape to stick your photo to the back of the triangle, trimming away the excess. Stick a triangle of green card over the back. Carefully (ask an adult) make a groove in the top of the cork with a sharp knife. Fill the groove with glue and push in your craft stick triangle, making sure the photo is the right way up. Alternatively, cut a slit in a section of toilet roll tube and slide the frame into it. When the glue is dry, decorate the frame with stickers and other decorative bits and pieces.

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Independent Schools

Salterford House School

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! We are an independent preparatory school on the outskirts of Nottingham, with a family feel and a passion for enabling children to do their best. Our pupils learn in a safe, rural environment where they are able to enjoy our beautiful surroundings and develop their learning through discovery and guided curiosity.! We strive to develop talents and personalities in a positive and productive way throughout the school, providing a superb grounding for the years ahead. For further details, please contact our Admissions Secretary on 01159652127 or ofĂ&#x17E;ce@salterfordhouseschool.co.uk Salterford House School, Calverton NG14 6NZ

Since opening our doors in 1981, we have continued the belief that every child matters, having small class sizes to encourage and nurture; we teach music, sport and drama as well as the mainstream curriculum subjects to ensure a wide range of experiences.

OPEN MORNING 2015 Saturday 31st January Welcome and programme start: 9.15am Our Head Master and pupils will welcome you to our school with a short presentation. We will then take you to explore our wonderful campus with other Elms children and invite you to join in with a wide range of fun classroom activities.

The Elms is the independent Junior School and Nursery to Trent College, Long Eaton.

Please register to secure your place using the details below. We look forward to meeting you soon. Admissions Manager: Mrs Robinson, 0115 849 4940, elmsadmissions@trentcollege.net The Elms, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham, NG10 4AD

DISCOVERY DAY Saturday 8th November 9.00 - 12.45 Children in Years 5 & Year 6 are invited to join us for the day as Trent pupils and see what life is like at our school. Explore classrooms and the grounds, enjoy lunch in the GLQLQJ KDOO YLVLW WKH DQLPDOV LQ %LRORJ\ DQG ÂżQG RXW MXVW KRZ great our teachers are! Trent College Discovery Day is very popular. Please book early to secure a place for your child. We look forward to meeting you soon.

Trent Admissions Manager: Helen Pearce-McNeill 0115 849 4950 admissions@trentcollege.net Trent College, Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4AD

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Independent Schools Out of School & Holiday Clubs Contd.

Jubilee House School, Beauvale, Newthorpe. Child Centred &Tailored Learniing for 3-16yrs, Call 01773 688100

Woodpeckers After School Club, Mapperley Plains Primary Sch, Central Ave, M-F 3.30-5.45pm, Call 0115 952 5117

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

Woodpeckers ASC, Woodthorpe Inf School, Arnovale Rd, Woodthorpe, Before/After Sch, Call 07772 151621 Young Ones Day Nursery, Derby Rd, Lenton, Before/After School & Holiday Care, Up to 11yrs, Call 0115 979 0988

Nottingham High School, Waverley Mount, Co-ed for Recpt, Yrs 1, 2 & 6th Form from Sept ‘15. Fully Co-ed from Sept ‘16 Call 0115 845 2232 Plumtree School, Church Hill, Plumtree, 3-11yrs Call 0115 937 5859

Education Information

Salterford House Preparatory School, Calverton, Pre Prep to Yr 6, Call 0115 965 2127

Elective Home Education, Advice on Educating Your Child at Home Call 0845 602 0721

Saville House School, Mansfield Woodhouse, 2.5 -11yrs, Call 01623 625068

Ofsted, Info on Education & Children’s Services Call 0300 123 1231

St Joseph’s School, Derby Rd, Nottingham, 12m-11yrs, Call 0115 941 8356

Education Support Learning Through Music presents Tables Tunes CD - Listen, Sing & Learn, Call 01949 878103

Careers Services Ideas4Careers UK Ltd, professional career guidance for all ages. Call 07717 360 114

Independent Schools Dagfa School, Beeston, Nursery, Junior & Senior, 3-16yrs, Call 0115 913 8330 Hazel Hurst School, 400 Westdale Lane, Mapperley, 2-8yrs, Call 0115 960 6759 Hollygirt School, Elm Avenue, Nottm, Co-ed for 3-16yrs, Call 0115 958 0596

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 Worksop College & Preparatory School, Ranby House, Co-ed Independent Day & Boarding School, 3-18yrs, Call 01909 537155

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To advertise please call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

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[[[ XLIMSREWGLSSP SVK YO Mencap, Service for Children/Adults with Learning Disabilities & their Families/ Carers, Call 0115 956 1130 My Sight Nottinghamshire, Support/ Info/Adv to Help Visually Impaired Children & Adults, Call 0115 9706 806 Norsaca, Info/Support/Adv for People Affected by Autism, Call 0115 976 1805 STEM support for children and adults GCSE to University School curriculum enrichment Private tuition and group workshops Science laboratory holiday activities Home education practical learning

Nottingham Science Park

07720 785 006, 0115 837 1661 info@empiricalscience.co.uk www.empiricalscience.co.uk

Deutsche Samstagsschule Nottingham, German Language Development for Bilingual Children, Sat am, Call 07943 791337 EASY MANDARIN, Chinese/Mandarin Classes for Children, Teenagers & Adults, Call 0844 249 2899 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

Beeston & West Bridgford

La Jolie Ronde, French, In and Around Bingham, 3-11yrs, Call 0115 844 9727

www.magikats.co.uk Tutoring Classical Foundations, 1-to-1 Tutoring for 7-18yrs, Up to A Level, All Main Subjects, Call 01949 861 407 Empirical Science, Beeston. Physics, Chemistry & Maths GCSE/A Level, Group Tutorials, Call 07720 785 006 First Class Learning, Maths & English Tuition that Really Works! West Bridgford & Mapperley, Call 0115 931 2103 Guaranteed Grades, Quality Maths, English and Science Tuition Service, Call 0116 2029943 Kumon Maths & English Tuition to Build your Child’s Confidence, Sherwood Methodist Church, Mansfield Rd, Call 0115 875 1271

0115 945 9941

Magikats Maths & English Study Centre, Beeston Library & West Bridgford, Call 0115 945 9941 Orchard Tutoring, Bingham Private tuition for children aged 5 to 16 years, Call 01949 878103 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 Alison Guy, Private Tuition, French, Spanish & German up to GCSE, Individual or Parent & Child, Call 0115 921 1695

La Jolie Ronde, French, Langar, 3-11yrs, Call 01636 830232 Russian School, Nottingham, 3-18yrs, Pre-school, Primary ,GCSE & A-Level, Call 07846 956019

Special Needs Support & Services ASD Support, Southglade Access Children’s Centre, Bestwood, for Parents of Autistic/ASD, Alt Wed, Call 0115 8761890 Dyslexia Assoc, Svcs For Dyslexics of All Ages & Their Families, Call 0115 924 6888 Indigo Kids, Autism Resource Centre, The Old School, 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

Parent Partnership Svc, Impartial Adv/ Info/Support - Education Issues for Notts & Nottm City, Call 0115 948 2888 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 01623 520 520 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 017 7727 4400

Carers Support Carers Direct, Free Info/Advice/Support for People who Care for Someone Else, Call 0300 123 1053 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 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

And there’s even MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts

Young People Private Tutor

Rebecca Ladds (BA MA QTS)

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07852 001754

feverpitchstudios@gmail.com References available upon request

Leisure & Sport for Disabled and Special Needs Children

Phab Nottm, Activities & Fun Days Out for Children with 1-to-1 care, enquiries@ phabnottingham.co.uk Speech Sign & Song Club, Beeston, for U5’s with Communication Difficulties Call 0115 922 1318 St George’s Centre, Netherfield, Loco Youth Club, Sky Special Kids, Call 0115 911 3302 Warrior Martial Arts, Classes for all Ages & Abilities, Beeston/West Bridgford, 5-17yrs & Adults Call 0115 9226 182

Youth Services Bulwell Forest Children’s Centre, Cantrell Rd, Bulwell, C Card & Reg Thurs 2-4.30pm, Call 0115 876 5469 CHILDLINE, Free & Confidential Helpline & Advice for Children, Call 0800 1111 Cruse Bereavement Care, Daytime Helpline Supporting Children & Young People, Call 0844 477 9400

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

Futures Nottinghamshire, Advice/ Guidance/Support, for 13-19yrs, www. futuresnn.co.uk Call 0115 960 1597

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

Macmillan Cancer Support Helpline & TIC-Teenage Info on Cancer, www. click4tic.org.uk, Call 0808 808 00 00

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

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

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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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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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

To advertise please call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Parties

Denz Indoor Playcentre, Beeston, Special Party Deals/3 Private Rooms, Call 0115 925 5007

Ollie’s Fun Shack, Sherwood Energy Village, New Ollerton, Soft Play Parties 0-10yrs Call 01623 860842

Eden Softplay, St Saviours Gardens, The Meadows, Soft Play Parties, Various Packages, U10’s Call 0115 986 4118

Pirates Play Centre, Sherwood, Toddlers/ Juniors/Pirates & Princesses/Disco/VIP/ Laser Tag Parties, Call 01159 603363

Floralands Farm Park, Catfoot Lane, Lambley, Parties in The Party Barn, Call 0115 926 8137

Red Hot World Buffet, The Cornerhouse, Entertainment, Red the Explorer & GREAT food! Call 0115 9589 899

Galleries of Justice, High Pavement, Hang out with the Villainous Sheriff of Nottingham & Others! Call 0115 952 0555

Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Disco/Multi Sports/Football Parties, Sun only, Call 0115 956 9996

Hoods Hideout Soft Play Adventure Centre, Beechdale Swimming Centre, 0-11yrs, Call 0115 876 1600

Youth Services Contd. Quitline, Help & Support to Stop Smoking, www.quit.org.uk/youthservices, Call 0207 553 2100 Relate, Counselling for Young People, 1125yrs 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 Riverside Play & Youth Centre, Main St, Call 0115 883 3540 Gedling & District Youth Club, 13, Shearing Hill, Gedling, Call 0115 961 6753 Green Lane Youth Centre, Clifton, Call 0115 915 2372 Keyworth Youth Club, Keyworth Youth and Community Centre, Church Drive, Call 0115 9374858 Netherfield Loco, 139A, Victoria Rd, Netherfield, 8-16yrs, Call 0115 883 2330 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 5672

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

Jungletastic, Soft Adventure Play, Nuthall, Jungle Boogie/Play & Private Parties Avail, Call 0115 975 1113

Sherwood Community Centre, Woodthorpe House, Mansfield Rd, Sherwood, Call 0115 962 1153

St Peter’s Church, The Hermitage, Ruddington, For info ruddoffice@gmail. com or 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

Party Venues Calverton Leisure Centre, Pool Inflatables/Sports/Soft Play/Bouncy Castle & Football/Pirates Parties, Call 0115 901 3800

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Sat- Pool Parties, Sat/Sun- Bouncy Castle/Jungle Gym/Trampoline Call 0115 937 5582

White Post Farm Centre, Farnsfield for Free Range Children’s Parties & Farmer Days, Call 01623 882977

Room & Hall Hire

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

Burnside Memorial Hall, Plumtree, Hall, Room & Kitchen Available for Functions & Parties, Call 0115 937 4915

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

Highbank Community Centre, Farnborough Rd, Clifton, Call 0115 9746333

Manor Farm & Woodlands, East Leake, great parties for U3’s, 3yrs+ & 6yrs+, Call 01509 852525

Little Drivers Soft Play, Stapleford, Hire the Soft Play & Football Areas, Call 0115 939 2211

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

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

New Art Exchange, Themed PartiesFilm/Arty/Dance/Disco/Karaoke, Call 0115 924 8630

Other Youth Venues

Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Soft Play/ Indoor & Outdoor Sports/Bouncy Castle/ Small Pool Parties, Call 0115 987 2333

Nottingham Climbing Centre, New Basford, Kids/Adults Groups & Parties, 4yrs+, Call 0115 924 5388

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

City of Caves, Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, Dig Deep in the Caves for a Cool Party! Call 0115 988 1955

Oceans of Fun Play Centre, Hucknall, Laser Tag/Make a Bear/Ocean Soft Play Parties, Call 0115 963 3961

Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, Bouncy Castle/Soft Play/Football, Sun Only, Call 0115 923 4921

Tumbletown Play Centre, Arnold, Wide Range of Parties & Party Rooms Available, for U8’s, Call 0115 967 1161

St George’s Centre, Netherfield, Loco Youth Club, Juniors & Seniors Call 0115 911 3302

St Mary’s Church, Family Centre, Church Lane, Arnold. Contact Michael Bullitt, Call 078 111 13958

Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, W Bridgford, Pool Parties, Inflatables/Flume & Flume/ Floats, Sat 5.30pm, Call 0115 923 4921

The Lost City Adventure Golf, The Cornerhouse, Exciting Parties for Budding Explorers & Advenurers of All Ages! Call 0115 985 9455

Snapewood Community Centre, Snapewood Rd, Bulwell, Call 0115 975 3299

St Judes Church, 405 Woodborough Rd, Mapperley,Wed 7.30-9pm, Call 0115 985 6131

Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, West Bridgford, Run Riot Parties, 2-10yrs, Call 0115 981 4027

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

Party Supplies Big Bounce for Bouncy Castle & Inflatable Hire, Nerf Wars & Go Kart Parties, Call 0115 952 6678

And there’s even MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts

Parties

The singing princess Available for children’s parties and events

“My daughter was enchanted by your beautiful voice”

For more information please call Jayne on 07795 342639 www.thesingingprincess.net Billaboing, Bouncy Castle/Slide/ Inflatables/Rodeo Bull Hire/Soft Play, All Ages, Call 0115 846 2581 Candy Creations, Candy buffets/carts, chocolate fountains,popcorn,candy floss, Call 07935 921307

LOUBY LOU

THE FACE PAINTER GLITTER TATTOOS

BALLOON MODELLING

TEMPORARY TATTOOS HAIR BRAIDING

MOBILE: 07752 912707 EMAIL: loubylou473@hotmail.com

Children’s Party Hire, Ball Pools, Toys & Soft Play Party Packages, Call 07817 322195 Danielle Gotheridge, Designer cakes for all occasions. From Fairground weddings to Wonderland birthdays Call 0115 987 4270 Knot Just Jigs, Traditional Toys, Party Bags, Supplies & Fillers, Call 07805 025945 Planet Yurt, Yurt Hire for Events, Parties & Short Breaks, Call 07582 099254 Super Soft Play Hire. Ages 0-5 www. supersoftplay.co.uk Call 0115 846 2581

Danielle Gotheridge, Creative children’s parties/courses, all ages. Learn skills & have fun, from £15 Call 0115 987 4270 Dramatazz Presents – Fun Exciting Creative Drama Parties. Lots of themes available including Frozen & Tangled with Princess appearance, Call 07986 569 132 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! 3yrs+ Call 07792 146312 Funky Pots, Loughborough Rd, West Bridgford, Paint a Pot & Build a Bear Parties, All Ages Call 0115 981 1639 Get Happy! Entertainment Create a Magical, Make-Believe & Interactive Experience for your Child’s Party, Call 07795 342639

Caterpillar Music, Amazing Parties for Little Ones, Call 0870 199 8732

Full Public Liability Insurance, Licenced and Experienced Staff

Jabberjacks Children’s Parties for 2-7 yrs. Fun-filled Entertainment! Call 07741 482881 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 1439522

ENCHANTING PARTIES & EVENTS FOR EVERY LITTLE PRINCESS, PIRATE, SUPER HERO & FAIRY

TEL: 07580 533499 www.SUPERSPARKLEPARTIES.co.uk

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

Bricks 4 Kidz®, Have a party with a difference with LEGO® Bricks. Call 07715 801443

FROZEN INSPIRED ELSA AND ANNA ARE VISITING IN NOTTS IN DECEMBER, INVITE THEM TO DELIVER A PRESENT FROM SANTA TO YOUR DOOR. PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Helen’s Face Painting, Professional Service, CRB Checked, Call 07957 785801

Party Entertainers

Billy Beanbag Childrens Theatre, College Street Centre, Nottm, Drama Parties, 3yrs+ Call 07979 730 710

We are fully mobile to bring our cute and friendly ponies to your Wedding, Corporate and Charity Events, School Fair, Hospital Visits, TV/Film Hire, School Educational Visits

Go Bake - Cookery Parties for Under 13’s, Make Pizzas & Cupcakes! Call 07817 583705

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

Barry Kay the Children’s Entertainment Specialist, Comedy Magic Shows, Magic/Mini/Full Children’s Discos, Call 0115 914 7314

Tel: 01773 762084 or 07985 430176

Gizmo’s Lab, Exciting Children’s Science Parties, Call 07505 862 415

Young Explorers Mobile Soft Play Hire, Delivered & Set Up for Parties & Events, Ages 1-6yrs, Call 07580 769509

2WOFaces, Fun Face Painter. Unique Designs - Negotiable Rates & Insured, Like us on Fb, Call 07789 258157

Pantos, School Nativities, Parties, Door to Door visits by Elsa, Anna & a magical unicorn

Mad Science Parties, Fun & Interactive, 5-12yrs, Call 0115 922 1113

For more information please call or email: debbie@clipclopponyrides.co.uk www.clipclopponyrides.co.uk 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’s largest indoor laser game centre, 7yrs+, Call 0115 958 9178 Razzle Dazzle Pots, Pottery Painting Parties, Fun for all the Family, See Website for Details, Call 0115 905 6029 Slot Carz R Uz, Digital Scalextric/ Outdoor Games Specialists, Call 079 1234 8185 SPROUTS- Awesome Birthday Adventures, 4-7yrs Call 0115 875 8036

Magical Movers, Music & Dance Parties for the Under 5’s, Call 07753 884911

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

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

Sue Clews, Wire & Bead Jewellery Parties with the Wire Lady! Call 0777 3910133

Nottingham Off Road Events, Farnsfield, 4x4 Family Ride Round, Buggy & Mini Buggy Parties, 7yrs+, Call 0115 953 9865 Pandora, Lady Magician for Children’s Parties, Magic/Music/Games & Parachute, Call 0115 841 1499

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

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

Creation Station Rushcliffe, Arty Parties tailored to suit your child, 0-11yrs Call 07834 470 256

Peter Presto, Very funny Children’s Magic Shows. Includes Cute, Clever Puppets! Visit Website. Call 0115 981 6407

SUPER SPARKLE PARTIES, Magical Fairytale Parties & Events Call 07580 533499 Syvia Stewart’s School of Performing Arts, Individual Parties Catered for, All Ages Call 07599 004232 Tatty and Baby Bumpkin, Yoga Inspired Adventure Parties, 6wks-7yrs, Call 07956 463411 The Nottingham Riding Centre, West Bridgford, Pony Parties, 5 for £35/10 for £70, Bring Own Food/Picnic, 4yrs+ Call 0115 981 6690

Tots at the Top, Art and Craft Parties. 3 Activities to Make & Take Home. No Mess for you, Great Fun for the Children. For Anne Call 07813 283276 Tumble Tots, Active Physical Gymnastics Based Play Parties, 6 months - 7yrs Call 07429 845132 ZWK, A brilliant way to host your child’s party! Rock to the beat with ZWK and Zumba Kids® Call 07585 002 254 Jazz

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07796 352 969

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To advertise please call 0115 938 2910 or email shirley@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk

Places to Go • Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs Sherwood Pines Forest Park, Edwinstowe, Cycle Hire/Horseriding/ Walks/Events, Call 01623 822447 Stonebridge City Farm, St Anns, Free Admission, Open Daily, Call 0115 950 5113 Sundown Adventureland, Nr Retford, Theme Park for Under 10’s, Call 01777 248274 The Lost City Adventure Golf, The Cornerhouse, for Budding Explorers & Advenurers of All Ages! Call 0115 985 9455 The Nottingham Ghost Walk & Heroes & Villains of Nottm Tours, Call 01623 721003 The Workhouse, Southwell, Life of 19th Century Paupers, Call 01636 817260 Wheelgate Park, White Post, Farnsfield, Family Theme Park, Call 01623 882773 White Post Farm Centre, Farnsfield, Free Range Fun For all the Family! Call 01623 882977

Please support us and donate. Our eﬀorts are in support of The Poppy Appeal and Forces in the Community.

Wollaton Hall, Wollaton, Elizabethan Mansion, Industrial Museum & Deer Park, Call 0115 876 3100

Leisure Centres

Event: 2nd - 11th November 2014 Beeston●Mansfield●Newark●Worksop●Calverton●Nottingham●Mapperley●Clifton● Hucknall●Southwell●Bingham●Eastwood●Retford●Gedling●Stapleford●Bulwell● Keyworth●West Bridgford●Kirkby in Ashfield●Carlton●Warsop●Arnold●Radcliffe●

Any enquiries call 01159 220320

Family Friendly Eating Out Sobar, Friar Lane, alcohol-free bar, restaurant and venue, family activities Call 0115 824 0364 Red Hot World Buffet, The Cornerhouse, Entertainment, Red the Explorer & GREAT food! Call 0115 9589 899

Places to Go Brewhouse Yard, Nottingham, Museum of Nottingham Life, Call 0115 876 1400 City of Caves, Broadmarsh Shopping Centre, Discover a Hidden World Below your Feet, Call 0115 988 1955 DH Lawrence Birthplace Museum, Eastwood, Call 01773 717353 Durban Hse Heritage Cntr, Eastwd, Local History/Gallery/Café Call 01773 717353 Ferry Farm Country Park, Boat Lane, Hoveringham, March Thurs- Sun, From April Tues - Sun, Call 0115 966 4512 Floralands Farm Park, Catfoot Lane, Lambley, Play Equipment & Animals, Call 0115 926 8137 Galleries of Justice, High Pavement, Nottingham, Exhibitions, Audio & Actor Led Tours Call 0115 952 0555 Go Ape! Tree Top Adventure, Forest Biking & Segway, Nr Edwinstowe, 1017yrs, Call 0843 770 3040

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Langar Kart & Quad Centre, Langar Airfield, Karting, Paintball, Action & Adventure, 6yrs-Adult, Call 01949 861155 Making it! Discovery Centre, Littleworth, School Hols Only, 3yrs+ Call 01623 473297 Manor Farm & Woodlands, East Leake, a great day out for kids and all the family Call 01509 852525 Midland Railway, Butterley, Ripley, Steam Trains/Museum/Country Park, Call 01773 570140 National Water Sports Centre, Holme Pierrepont, Water Sports/Country Park/ Family Activities, Call 0115 982 4707 New Art Exchange, Hyson Green. Family Friendly Events/Activities & More, Free Entry, Call 0115 924 8630 Newark Air Museum, Winthorpe, Nr Newark, Call 01636 707 170 Newstead Abbey, Ravenshead, Historic Hse/Parkland/Gdns/Café, Call 01623 455900 Nottingham Castle, Friar Lane, Nottingham, Call 0115 876 1400; Nottingham Contemporary, Weekday Cross, Nottingham, International Art Free for Everyone, Call 0115 948 9750

Great Central Railway Heritage Centre, Ruddington, Call 0115 940 5705

Rufford Country Park,Ollerton, Gallery/Sculptures/Gdns/Café, Call 01623 821338

Greens Windmill & Science Centre, Sneinton, Working Mill, Museum & Activities, Thurs-Sun, Call 0115 915 6878

Sherwood Forest Country Park, Major Oak/Visitors Centre, Edwinstowe, Call 01623 823202

Arnold Leisure Centre, High St, Arnold, Call 0115 967 0114

Arts and Crafts Bilborough Library, Bracebridge Dr, Craft Activities & Materials, Sat 10-12noon, All Ages, Call 0115 915 5795 Funky Pots, Loughborough Rd, West Bridgford, Have Fun & Paint Your Own Pot! Call 0115 981 1639 Meadows Library, Wilford Grove, Craft Club, Sat 1-3pm, All Ages, Call 0115 915 9279 New Art Exchange, Hyson Green. Family Friendly Exhibitions/Events/ Activities/Parties/Café. Free Entry, Open Daily, www.nae.org.uk Call 0115 924 8630 Patchings Art Centre, Nr Calverton, Saturday Clubs in March ‘15 for 6-11yrs & 12-16yrs, Early booking essential Call 0115 965 3479

Bingham Leisure Centre, The Banks, Call 01949 838 628

Razzle Dazzle Pots, Mapperley, Pottery Painting for all the Family, Call 0115 905 6029

Calverton Leisure Centre, Flatts Lane, Calverton Call 0115 901 3800

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

Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Coningswath Rd, Carlton, Call 0115 987 2333

Badminton

Clifton Leisure Centre, Southchurch Dr, Clifton, Call 0115 876 1600 Djanogly Community Leisure Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Call 0115 876 1600 John Carroll Leisure Centre, Denman St Central, Radford, 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

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, Call  0115 961 1115 Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Junior Badminton, Sat am 8-14yrs, Call 0115 956 9996

Basketball

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

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

Portland Leisure Centre, Muskham St, The Meadows, Call 0115 859 9968

Beavers and Cubs

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 Victoria Leisure Centre, Gedling St, Nottm, Call 0115 876 1600

Nottinghamshire Scouts, Activities for Young People 6-10yrs Call 0115 952 3617

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

Bowling and Skittles 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

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Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs 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

Confident & Positive Kids Shudokan Aikido, Sherwood, Home Ed Class incl martial arts, life skills, social & personal skills & more, Tues & Thurs pm, Call 0115 985 6504 Super Kids World, Teaching Kids Life Skills & Positive Thinking, Dance/ Drama/Storytelling/Singing/Yoga/ Games! Call 07982 246072 Www.superkidsworld.co.uk

Cookery Go Bake - Cookery Classes for Under 10’s in Radcliffe, Call 07817 583705

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 Little Wickets, Under 7’s Cricket Fun & Games, Indoor & Outdoor Venues across Notts, 2.5-7yrs, Call 0115 924 8476

Dance and Drama AGF Performing Arts, College Street Centre, Nottm, Drama & Musical Theatre for 5-21yrs, www.agfperformingarts. co.uk Call 07979 730 710 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Junior Street Dance, Thurs 4-5pm, 8yrs+ Call 0115 987 2333 Dagnija Balodis, Carlton, Singing, Speech & Acting Tuition, 1-2-1, Call 0115 987 4659 Dancin’ Motion, Green Lane Youth Centre, Clifton, Mon 4-7pm, Call 0115 915 2372

Gedling Ballet School, Gedling Memorial Hall & Carlton Academy, RAD Ballet, 3yrsAdult, Call 0115 955 4164 Gillespie School of Dancing, Mapperley, Ballroom, Latin & Freestyle Lessons & Classes, 3yrs-Adults, Call 07754 127992

Junkshop Theatre Company, City Centre Venue, 1st Session Free, 11-19yrs, Call 07973 598643 Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Cheerleading, Sat 11.30am, 5-16yrs, Call 0115 937 5582

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 School of Dance, Beeston/Hucknall/Mapperley, All Ages Call 0115 922 6499

Nottingham Outlaws, Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell, BMX Track & Racing Call 07985 419101 Southglade Leisure Centre, Southglade Rd, Bestwood, Learn to Cycle, Wed 4.30pm, 5-8yrs, Call 0115 915 1595

Rehearsals held in Mansfield, Kirkbyin-Ashfield, Bestwood Village or West Bridgford To be performed at the Bonington Theatre Arnold (all centres)

Helen O’Grady Drama Academy, Classes in Carlton & West Bridgford, 5-17yrs, Call 0845 310 0166

Lockton School of Dance, Ballroom/ Latin/Disco/Street, Ruddington/City Centre, 3-18 yrs, Call 07977 298 559

Explore Nottingham guided cycle rides. All ages& abilities welcome, http://www. thebigwheel.org.uk/explorenotts

Rehearsals held in Mansfield

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

Keyworth School of Theatre Dance, Webster Hall, Nottm Rd, All Classes in Theatre Dance, 2yr-Adult, Call 0115 937 5150

Cycling

To be performed at the Palace Theatre (Mansfield Centre)

Dramatazz Presents...Fun Exciting Creative Drama Workshops 4-14yrs. First Session FREE. Www.dramatazz. co.uk. Call 07986 569 132

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Sway Street Dance, Sat 10.30am, 5-11yrs, Call 0115 937 5582

Notts & Arnold, Junior Cricket, Nr Bestwood/Papplewick, All Ages & Abilities,Girls/Boys, for Andrew Claye Call 07834 488663

We perform 3 shows a year!

New Youth Theatre, Bestwood Village & W Bridgford, Musicals for Kids (3-16yr) Call 01623 406284 Nottingham Playhouse, Intermediate Youth Theatre 11-14yrs, Thurs 4.306.30pm Call 0115 941 9419

The Lorna Leighton School of Dancing Tap, Ballet, Street and Baton.

Classes held in Arnold, Lowdham, Carlton and Calverton For pupils aged 2-18 years

0115 967 3383

www.thelornaleightonschoolofdancing.co.uk

Taster Sessions Available Rehearsals start January 2015 New Youth Theatre is extremely pleased to announce that their next Junior production will be “The Wizard of Oz”. Rehearsals will begin in January 2015 and the show will be staged at the Bonington Theatre in Arnold from the 26th March – 2nd April 2015. Journey to the other side of the rainbow in this beloved classic tale of a girl searching for her way back home. With all your favourite songs, this show is a treat for the whole family! Whether from the books or the movie, The Wizard of Oz is a familiar tale to family audiences. When Dorothy gets her wish of escaping her dull Kansas farm-life, it brings her to a world she could have only imagined. Filled with munchkins, witches, and even flying monkeys, this wondrous new place is bright and exciting, but it isn’t home. With her new friends, Dorothy sets out to ask the all-powerful wizard to help her, help them all, return to who they really are inside. 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. 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 Wizard of OZ Bonington Theatre, Arnold on 26th & 27th March or 1st & 2nd April

For your chance to win a family ticket for 4 please answer this question; What colour road does Dorothy & her friends follow?

a) Pink

b) Yellow

c) Green

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Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs STREET DANCE SINGING ACTING URBAN CONTEMPORARY HIP HOP BREAK N’ FUNK BALLET TAP MODERN

SANDRA TAYLOR SCHOOL OF DANCE

Established in West Bridgford since 1980 Full training in Theatre Dance

Classical Ballet, Tap, Modern Jazz Street, Musical Theatre

Baby Ballet for the under 5’s Funky Freestyle for 4-7yrs

Tel: 07809 704 212 www.amyfromtheheart.com info@amyfromtheheart.com

Adult Tap & Ballet classes

Bi-annual showcase performances in professional theatres

Prices From £4 Age 3 - Adult

Beginners always welcome

sandrataylorschoolofdance.co.uk sandrataylorschoolofdance@yahoo.com 0115 981 6738

Amy and her skilled team help

Classes Monday to Sunday at: people reach their full technical Brookhill Leys School, Eastwood and performance ability. Spritzer Redhill Academy, Redhill specialises in Urban styles as well as Contemporary, and Ellis Guilford School, Basford Candleby Lane School, Cotgrave Triple Threat offers Urban dance performance groups merged East Leake Leisure Centre with singers and actors as well Scout Hall, West Bridgford the ISTD professional Gotham Memorial Hall, Gotham as offering syllabus in Ballet, Tap and Fitspace Gym, City Centre Modern Theatre.

Creativity ~ Inspiration ~ Motivation

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 103.30pm, 8yrs+ Call 0115 987 2333 Djanogly Community Leisure Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Gym Various sessions, 14yrs+ (14-15yrs accompanied) Call 0115 876 1600 John Carroll Leisure Centre, Denman St Central, Radford, Various Fitness Classes 14 & 16yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600

Dance and Drama Contd. Nottingham Theatre Dance School, Carlton, Jazz/Street/Drama/Ballet/ Tap/Modern & Singing 5yrs-Adult, Call 07753 883234 Nottm Playhouse Junior Youth Theatre Wed, 9-11yrs, 4.30-6.00pm, Call 0115 941 9419 Pauline Quirke Academy of Performing Arts, Djanogly City Academy, Sat 9.301.30, 6-18yrs Call 084567 32022 Razzamataz, Djanogly Academy, Sherwood Rise, Dance, Drama & Singing, 5-18yrs, Call 07402 179892 Rollini School of Dance, West Bridgford & Nottingham, Ballet/Dance/Drama & Musical Theatre, 3yrs to Advanced Standard Call 07855 052954 Simply Dance, Mapperley & Radcliffe on Trent, Musical Theatre/Ballet/Modern & More! 2-10yrs, Call 07796 352969 Spotlight Theatre School, Netherfield, Singing/Dancing/Acting & Technical Theatre, Fri/Sat, 4yrs+ Call 0773 957 3079

Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, Junior Gym Membership, 1416yrs Call 0115 956 9996 Rushcliffe Arena, Rugby Rd, West Bridgford, Gym & Spinning, 16yrs+ 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

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

SPROUTS, Drama for 4-13s. Games and stories, dances and songs, leading to script work in older groups, www. sproutsdrama.co.uk Call 0115 875 8036 Stagecoach Theatre Arts, West Bridgford, 4-18yrs Call 0115 925 8250 Syvia Stewart’s School of Performing Arts, Carlton, Singing & Drama, 5yrsAdult, Call 07599 004232 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 Triple Threat Arts Academy, Baby Ballet, Gotham, Fri 4.30pm, 3-7yrs Call 07809 704212 Triple Threat Arts Academy, Performance groups fusing music/drama/singing/ dance, Redhill Academy Tues, Ellis Guilford Sch Wed, Call 07809 704212 Triple Threat Arts Academy, professional syllabus in ISTD Ballet, Modern Theatre & Tap, Gotham, Fri Call 07809 704212 YARD Youth Theatre, Every Tue & Wed Eve, New Art Exchange. Free Call 0115 924 8630

Spritzer Dance Company, Urban Dance incl Break/Street/Funk/Hip Hop, Cotgrave, West Bridgford, East Leake & Arnold, 5yrs+ Call 07809 704212

Young Film Makers, Royal Centre, Creative Film & Drama for 8-16yrs, Sat 10-1pm, Call 0870 383 0082

Spritzer Performance Group, Fusion of Dance Styles, Fitspace Gym, City Centre, Sundays, 1-3.30pm, 5yrs+ (audition or invite only) Call 07809 704212

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

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

At Djanogly City Academy, Sherwood Rise

Fencing web: www.razzamataz.co.uk email: nottingham@razzamataz.co.uk @razznotts www.facebook.com/NottinghamRazz

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Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs Brazilian Soccer Schools, Coaching Sessions at Bramcote, West Bridgford & Wilford, 4-13yrs Call 0115 922 8890 Keyworth United Community Football Club, Platts Lane, Reception & Yr 1-Adult, Call 0115 9749701 Redhill Leisure Centre, Redhill Rd, Arnold, All Purpose Outdoor Pitch for Hire, Call 0115 956 9996 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

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

Does your child know the

magic of music?

Sixways Riding, Goosedale Lane, Bestwood Village, Call 0115 964 0385 St. Clement’s Lodge Riding School, Woods Lane, Calverton, Call 0115 965 2524 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

Multi Sports & Family Activities Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, In 2 Sport session, Sat 10-12pm, 6-14yrs Call 0115 987 2333

MUSIC 4 LIFE, Piano and Keyboard tuition. All standards and ages. Fun and informal. Lessons can be at your home. www.music4life.me.uk Call 0115 9614174

Bingham Leisure Centre, The Banks, Trampolining Lessons, Tues 4.45pm & 5.45pm, 5yrs+ Call 01949 838 628

Carlton Arena Taekwondo, Classes in Carlton, Gamston & West Bridgford, 5yrs+ Call 0115 945 2511

Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Junior Gymnastics sessions, Fri 4-6pm, 5-8yrs, Call 0115 915 1555

Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Junior Judo, Sun 10.30-11.30am U10’s, 11.3012.30 10yrs+, Call 0115 987 2333

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Gymnastics Sat am & Wed Evenings, 5yrs+ Call 0115 937 5582

Dragon River, Learn TAI CHI! Friendly class, Monday 7pm, Arnold Hill School, 16yrs+ Call 01623 431950

John Carroll Leisure Centre, Denman St Central, Radford, Active Families, Sat 2pm & 3pm Call 0115 876 1600

Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Trampoline Tues Evening, 6yrs+ Call 0115 937 5582

Kickfit International Martial Arts Academy, Carrington St. Nottingham, Sat 10am 4yrs+ Call 0115 9242240

Quasar, Cranbrooke St, Nottingham’s largest indoor laser game centre, 7yrs+ Call 0115 958 9178

Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, Trampoline, Mon-Sat from 5.30pm, 5yrsAdult Call 0115 923 4921

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

Victoria Leisure Centre, Gedling St, Nottm, Active Families, Sun 2.15 & 3pm Call 0115 876 1600

Tricia Moores, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Oboe, Cor Anglais, Bassoon, Recorder & Theory, In your Own Home, Call 07425 135 385

Music Groups

Netball

Music for Everyone, East Mids Youth String Orchestra, www.music-foreveryone.org, Call 0115 958 9312

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

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

Orienteering

St George’s Centre, Netherfield, Trampolining Club in Loco Centre, Fri 4-5pm & 5-6pm, All Ages Call 0115 911 3302 Top Valley Gymnastics Club, Top Valley Rd, Coaching & Artistic Gymnastics, 5-15yrs, www.topvalleygymnastics.org. uk Tumble Tots, Gamston, Radcliffe on Trent & West Bridgford, Active Physical Gymnastics Based Development Programme for 6m-7yrs Call 07429 845132

Music for Everyone, Nottingham Girls Voices, Emmanuel School, Wilford, Tues 6.15pm, Sch Yrs 3-9, Call 0115 958 9312 Music for Everyone, Nottingham Youth Voices, Emmanuel School, Wilford, Tues 7.15pm, 14-19yrs Call 0115 958 9312

History Archaeology and Genealogy

Music for Everyone, Vocals Singing Workshops for Primary School Children, Call 0115 958 9312

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, www. southnottinghamhockeyclub.co.uk, Call 0115 841 2820

Horseriding Arkenfield Stables, Lowdham Rd, Gunthorpe, Call 0115 966 3373 Avenue Farm Riding School, Old Melton Rd, Keyworth, Call 0115 937 2233 Bassingfield Riding School, Greenfields, Radcliffe on Trent, Call 0115 981 6806

Djanogly Community Leisure Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Active Families, Sun 11.45am &1pm, Call 0115 876 1600

Notts Taekwondo, Classes in Sandiacre, Chilwell, Alfreton & West Bridgford, 5yrs+ Call 0785 604 5397 Ruddington Shotokan Karate Club, Village Hall, Wilford Rd, Juniors- Adults, Wed eve & Sun am, Call 07986 858608 Shudokan Aikido, Sherwood, Home Ed Class incl martial arts, life skills, social & personal skills & more, Tues & Thurs pm, Call 0115 985 6504 Shudokan Aikido, Sherwood. Offering the Very Best in Martial Arts Tuition & Student Service Age 4 to 50+, Call 0115 985 6504 Warrior Martial Arts, Classes for all Ages & Abilities, Beeston/West Bridgford, 5-17yrs & Adults Call 0115 9226 182

Nottingham Boys Choir, St Paul’s Church, Carlton, Wed 5-8.pm , Call 01636  702054 Nottingham Youth Orchestra, Young Musicians in East Midlands, Call 01636 815193 Notts Youth Jazz Orchestra for Young Musicians in Notts, www.nottsnyjo.co.uk

Music & Singing Teachers Classical Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo & Ukulele, Arnold, Home Based or Will Visit, Call 0115 967 0391 Dagnija Balodis, Carlton, Singing, Speech & Acting Tuition, 1-2-1, Call 0115 987 4659

Orchard School of Music, Piano/ Brass & Theory up to Diploma, Arnold, 11yrs+ Call 0115 967 0811 Starter 1-1 Music Lessons With Katie, Keyboard & Piano in Arnold £5 for 1/2hr, Call 07982 246072 The Magical Music Club, Sneinton, Fun Musical Training for Children, 2-18yrs, Call 07900 526634

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

Outdoor Pursuits Nottingham Off Road Events, Fast Furious Dirty Fun in Buggies, Quads & 4x4’s, Rifles/Archery 7yrs+, Great for Parties! Call 0115 953 9865

Photography Rushcliffe Photographic Society, Parish Rooms, Burnside Gr, Tollerton. Every Tues Sept-June 8-10pm,www. rushcliffephotosoc.co.uk.,

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

Rugby and Mini Rugby Keyworth Junior RFC, Willoughby Road , Widmerpool, U7’s-U15’s, www. keyworthjuniorrfc.co.uk Mellish Rugby Football Club, Mapperley Plains, U7’s - Adult, www.pitchero.com/ clubs/mellishrfcltd/

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Activities for Families & Children 5-16yrs Keyworth Leisure Centre, Church Drive, Swimming Lessons 3yrs+ Call 0115 937 5582 Puddle Ducks Swim Academy, Small friendly classes for 5-11years 1:4 Max Teacher:Child Ratio, www. puddleducks.com, Call 07906 191504 Radford Swimming Club, Swim 21 Accredited, Various Locations & Times, 4yrs+, Call 079 323 776 90 Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, W Bridgford, Swimming Lessons Mon-Fri 4-6.30pm, Sat 10-3pm, 6m+ Call 0115 923 4921 Rushcliffe Leisure Centre, West Bridgford, Family Night Swimming, Flume/Floats, Sat 6.30-7.30pm, Call 0115 923 4921 Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood, Family Swim W/F/Sat/Sun & Flume Swim Sat/Sun Call 0115 915 1595 Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood, Nottm Swim School, M/T/W/F & Sat 0-5yrs, 5-8yrs & 8yrs+, Call 0115 915 1595 Victoria Leisure Centre, Nottm, Family Swim, Tue/Thur/Sat, Call 0115 876 1600 Victoria Leisure Centre, Gedling St, Nottm, Nottingham Swim School, Tues/Thur/Sun, 0-5yrs, 5-8yrs & 8yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600

Nottingham Sailing Club, Adbolton Lane, West Bridgford, Junior Sailing & Training, Sat April-Sept, Call 0115 982 1127 SONAS, School of Navigation & Seamanship, RYA Courses Local & Online & RNLI Educ. Presentations (Free) Call 0115 939 9825

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

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

Swimming, Sub Aqua and Water Polo Arnold Leisure Centre, High St, Arnold, Gedling Swim Stars, Learn to Swim Programme, 4yrs+ Call 0115 967 0114 Bingham Leisure Centre, The Banks, Swimming Lessons, Every Weekday, Various Times, 0- 101! Call 01949 838 628

Mapperley Park Tennis Club, Carisbrooke Dr, Mini Tennis, Juniors- Adult, Call 07815 198806 Musters Tennis Club, Musters Rd, W Bridgford, Junior Coaching Fri 5.30pm & Sat, Call 0115 914 0035 Nottingham Tennis Centre, University Boulevard, Call 0115 876 1600.. West Bridgford Tennis Club, Off Wilford Lane, Mini Tennis 5-10yrs, Juniors 1118yrs & Adults, Pay per Play Courts avail, Call 0115 981 1699

Uniformed Groups Arnold Methodist Church, The Boys’ Brigade, Mon 6.15pm, Boys 5-18yrs Call 0115 956 7383

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

Yoga Inspired Activities

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

Shama Yoga, Wollaton, Wed 7.308.45pm, 14yrs-Adult Call 07969 150203 The Yoga Village, Sherwood Community Centre, Kids Yoga for school age children Call 0115 956 6387

Calverton Leisure Centre, Friday Fun, Inflatables/Music, All Ages, Fri 7-8.30pm, Call 0115 901 3800 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Disco Inflatables & Swim Fri 6-7pm, 8-14yrs, Call 0115 987 2333 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Float Fun, Sat 3.30-4.30 & Sun 4.30-5.30. U8’s Accompanied, Call 0115 987 2333 Carlton Forum Leisure Centre, Gedling Swim Stars, Learn to Swim Programme, 3yrs+ Call 0115 987 2333 Clifton Leisure Centre, Family Swim Sessions Available Sat & Sun, Call 0115 876 1600 Clifton Leisure Centre, Nottingham Swim School, Mon-Wed & Fri/Sat 0-5yrs, 5-8yrs & 8yrs+, Call 0115 876 1600 Clifton Leisure Centre, Pool Disco, Fri 6.15pm, 8yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600 Djanogly Community Leisure Centre, Gregory Boulevard, Nottingham Swim School, M/W/F/Sat 0-5yrs, 5-8yrs & 8yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600 Freestyle School of Swimming, West Bridgford & Nottingham, Fun Safe Lessons, All Ages, Call 0115 920 0674 John Carroll Leisure Centre, Denman St Central, Radford, Family Swim Sat 2pm & Sun 10.15am, Call 0115 876 1600

Calverton Leisure Centre, Crash Course Swimming Lessons, Mon-Fri, plus 1-2-1 lessons Call 0115 901 3800

John Carroll Leisure Centre, Denman St Central, Radford, Nottingham Swim School, Wed/Sat, 0-5yrs, 5-8yrs & 8yrs+ Call 0115 876 1600

Calverton Leisure Centre, Flatts Lane, Inflatable Session, Sat 6.30-7.30, Sun 5-6pm Call 0115 901 3800

Ken Martin Leisure Centre, Bulwell, Notts Swim School, M/T/W/F & Sat, 0-3yrs, 3-5yrs, 5-8yrs & 8yrs+ Call 0115 915 1555

Magdala Tennis Club, Mapperley Park, Juniors - Adults Call 0115 969 2120

Tennis

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

Sailing

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

And there’s even MORE online! www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/east-south-notts

Where’s Santa? Sat 15th Nov –Tues 23rd Dec: 11-4pm. Santa’s Grotto at Rufford Abbey 15 Nov - 21 Dec (weekends only), and 22 - 23 December. £5 per child including small gift, accompanying adults free. T: 08449 80 80 80. £3 car parking charge

Family Theatre

Sat 6th-Wed 24th Dec: Flat Stanley at Lakeside Arts Centre 5yrs+ and their families. T: 0115 846 7777. www.lakesidearts.org.uk

Tues 16th-Sat 3rd Jan: 11-4pm. WIGGLEGIGGLE at Nottingham Playhouse T- 0115 941 9419 www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk Tues 20th-Sat 24th Jan: 7.30pm. Matthew Bourne's Edward Scissorhands at Nottingham Theatre Royal T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Sat 24th Jan: 7.30pm. Spoonface Steinberg at Lowdham Village Hall Suitable for 14+. Freerange Theatre present a story of faith, love and the meaning of life as viewed through the eyes of ‘Spoonface’, an eight year old autistic girl diagnosed with cancer. The production is a powerful dramatic monologue that is in turn funny, profound, intensely moving and above all uplifting. T- 0115 9663596. E-jackyhoare@ hotmail.com

Nottingham Playhouse Theatre Company & Re:Play Theatre presents

An energetic, wigglesome, gigglesome cracker of a show at Christmas!

Tue 16 Dec - Sat 3 Jan BOX OFFICE 0115 941 9419 Nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk Wed 12th Nov: 6.30pm at Pierrpoint Gamston Primary School, Box Office 0115 9819292 AND Tues 18th: 7.30pm at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold, Box Office 0115 956 0733 Around the World in 80 Days A joyfully frenetic whirlwind of a show, full of daft Victorian invention, daring deeds and downright silliness Wed 19th-Sun 23rd Nov: Horrible Histories - Barmy Britain at Nottingham Theatre Royal T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch. co.uk Sun 23rd Nov: 1pm & 3.30pm. THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA at Lakeside Arts Centre Suitable for 3 – 6 years and families, £7.50 all tickets. T: 0115 846 7777. www.lakesidearts.org.uk Thurs 20th-Thurs 27th Nov: 6.30pm. Beauty and the Beast Jr at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold Tickets £7.50. Box Office 0115 956 0733 Fri 28th Nov–Sat 17th Jan: Sleeping Beauty at Nottingham Playhouse T- 0115 941 9419 www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk

Sat 6th Dec: 11-4pm. Beanbag Music Club: Tinsel! Tree! Crackers! at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Sat 6th Dec-Sun 21st: Robin Hood & The Babes in the Wood at Nottingham Arts Theatre T- 0115 947 6096. www.nottinghamtheatre.co.uk Sat 6th Dec-Sun 11th Jan: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at Nottingham Theatre Royal T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch. co.uk Tues 9th-Sat 13th Dec: Peter Pan at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold Peter Pan is a musical show for all the family, quirkily set in the local supermarket. Box Office 0115 956 0733 Sun 14th Dec: 2.30pm. Rumplestiltskin at Lowdham Village Hall Rumplestiltskin … the story of a boast that becomes a lie! The royal vaults, once full of gold, are now stuffed with straw! The rain won’t stop, the harvest is flattened and people are getting really cheesed off. T- 0115 9663596. E-jackyhoare@hotmail.com

Wed 11th- Sat 14th Feb: WAVE at Nottingham Playhouse T- 0115 941 9419. Wave explores the relationship between a parent and their offspring as they reach adulthood and leave home. It is written for an audience of teenagers and adults with severe learning disabilities, including autism. Tickets £6 or £8 to see the play twice.

Sat 22nd Nov-Wed 24th Dec: 10-4pm. Festive Farm Fun at the White Post Farm Centre See Santa in his frozen Grotto and meet his real reindeer! Enjoy Christmas Crafts at the Elves Workshop and join in the Nativity Play. www.whitepostfarm. co.uk Sat 22nd Nov-Sun 4th Jan: 10-5pm. Christmas at Wheelgate Park Come and see Santa* in our NEW extended Magical Fairy tale grotto and choose a FREE gift from his workshop. (Included in full admission). T- 01623 882773. www.wheelgatepark.com Sat 29th Nov-Sun 21st Dec: 11-4pm. St Nicholas’ Yuletide Grotto at Sherwood Forest Country Park £5 per child including small gift .St Nicholas will be in his medieval-style grotto each weekend until Sunday 21 December. T- 01623 823 202. Sat 13th-Sun 14th & Sat 20-Sun 21st Dec: 11-2pm. Santa in the Bastion at Nottingham Castle £3 per child. Come and meet Santa in the Castle’s beautiful Bastion. Normal Admission Applies on 20th and 21st. Children must be accompanied by an adult. T- 0115 8761400

Win!

A family ticket to Sleeping Beauty at Nottingham Playhouse Join us as we tell the magical tale of Sleeping Beauty, a princess cursed by a wickedly evil witch. Will a handsome young prince be able to save our beautiful princess and help her live happily ever after? It features everything you have come to love about Nottingham Playhouse pantomimes, such as dazzling costumes, stunning sets, mischievous fun and thrilling musical numbers that will excite the whole family.

To be in with a chance of winning this prize, simply answer the following question: What sent Sleeping Beauty to sleep for 100 years? For more information, visit www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk Please email your answer, name, address, and phone number to cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk or enter online at www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts or /east-south-notts or post to Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire, 11 Chilton Drive, Nottingham NG16 1HL Closing date: 19 December 2014 TERMS & CONDITIONS: Family ticket is only available for Tuesday to Thursday performances from 6 – 8 January and 13 – 15 January and is for four people maximum, with a maximum of two of those being adults. To view full T&C’s please visit one of our Family Grapevine websites

Tues 16th Dec & Thurs 18th: 11-1pm. Snack Time with Santa at Jungletastic, Nuthall £6.50 per child. T-0115 975 1113. Einfo@jungletastic.com

Christmas Fairs Sat 8th Nov: 10.30am-2pm. Keyworth Christmas Fair at Keyworth Village Hall An opportunity to buy Christmas gifts, paper, cards, handicrafts, cakes, jams and books from the many and varied stalls. Children’s face painting. Morning coffee available from 10am and good quality homemade lunches at reasonable prices from 11.45am. £1 entry fee, children free if accompanied Sat 15th-Sun 16th Nov: 10-5pm. Lustre at Lakeside Arts Centre One of the highest quality selling craft events in the UK, Admission: £5, State Pensioners: £4 Under 16s: Free. T: 0115 846 7777. www.lakesidearts.org.uk Sat 15th Nov: 11-5pm. Martinmas Fair 2014 at Priory Church of St Anthony, Lenton Join us for a day of medieval living history with the official Robin Hood and Maid Marian, costumed characters, re-enactment groups including Team Falchion, battles, armour and weaponry, history stalls and talks, children’s workshops, storyteller and performers, the real-life Sheriff of Nottingham (expect a showdown with Robin Hood!), street market and food stalls, a chance to see the actual medieval finds from last year’s digs at the site, town crier, apothecary, medieval food display, stocks (with photo opportunities) and much more. £1 for waged adults, all others free.

Fri 28th-Sun 30th Nov: 10-4pm. Christmas Market at Patchings Art Centre, Calverton Indoors, free admission & parking, T- 0115 965 3479 www.patchingsartcentre.co.uk Sat 29th Nov: 10.30-4pm. Advent Fayre at The Iona School, Sneinton Crafts, toys, stocking fillers, waffles, seasonal cafe, raffle, make your own advent wreath, market stalls.T-0115 9415295 Sat 29th Nov: 11-1pm. Christmas Fair at Papermoon Day Nursery, West Bridgford Free entry, stalls, face painting, Santa's grotto & more! T- 0115 981 1801. Also late night opening until 8pm Fri 5th Dec. Sun 30th Nov: 11-4pm. Christmas Market at the Richard Herrod Leisure Centre Free entry, stalls, craft zone for children, Santa's grotto. T- 0115 961 2949 Sat 6th-Sun 7th Dec: 10-3.30pm. Craft Weekend at Attenborough Nature Reserve Come and meet local artists as they demonstrate and sell their crafts. Look out for special Christmas presents! Contact: Attenborough Nature Centre 0115 972 1777 Sat 6th-Sun 7th Dec: 11-3.30pm. Yuletide Wollaton- Tudor Christmas at Wollaton Hall Christmas Craft Fair- Experience a true Tudor Christmas- Meet the Lord of Misrule, try warm mead and tasty fare at our food festival and enjoy music and merriment in the grand splendour of Wollaton Hall. Car parking charges apply. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Free. T: 0115 915 3900. E: wollaton@ncmg.org.uk

Sat 13th Dec: 10-1pm. Christmas Fair at Ruddington Day Nursery Tombola, cakes, face painting, free entry.-all proceeds to Ryan King Foundation T-0115 984 8125

Sat 13th-Sun 14th Dec: 11-3pm. Christmas- I’ll Be Home for Christmas at Nottingham Castle Visit our craft fair, enjoy the sounds of the brass bands and take a tour of the Castle caves (charge applies). Free entry to castle and craft fair. T- 0115 8761400

Holiday Clubs Mon 22nd Nov: 8.30-5.30pm. Christmas Arts & Crafts - Rushcliffe Arena Open to children aged 4-11. £19.99, www.excelsportscoaching.co.uk Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8-6pm. YMCA February 2015 Camp at Arnold Hill Academy 5-14 years. ymcadaycamps@ nottsymca.org. T-0115 711 7006

Sherwood Country Park

Forest

T- 01623 823202 £3 car parking charge Sat 29th Nov & Sat 6th Dec: 103.30pm. Christmas Angels £15 per person/Christmas angel for a willow weaving workshop to make a Christmas Angel.Pre-booking is essential. U16’s must be accompanied. 10am - 12pm or 1:30pm - 3:30pm. Sat 29th Nov-Sun 4th Jan: 11-3pm. Yuletide Treasure Trail Enjoy some of the forest’s midwinter magic on this self-guided weekend trail around the Major Oak complete the clues! £1 Weekends only.

Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8-6pm. YMCA February Camp 2015 at Rushcliffe Leisure Centre 5-14 years. ymcadaycamps@ nottsymca.org. T-0115 711 7006 Mon 16th-Fri 20th Feb: 8.30am-5 .30pm. Holiday Club at Dunkirk Fun Club Half days available, we have a variety of activities on offer providing opportunities for free play. During the holidays we go on outings e.g. skating, bowling and various places of interest in and around Nottingham. T-07984 094 084. funclub@dunkirk.nottingham.sch.uk

Regular Venues Nottingham Contemporary

T- (0)115 948 9750. www.nottinghamcontemporary.org Our events are free and all ages are welcome, 11am – 3pm, just drop in Sat 15th-Sun 16th Nov: 11-3pm. Factory of Art Start work on our creative production line and make art by testing materials. We’ll be stamping, cutting, coating, punching over and over again Sat 22nd-Sun 23rd Nov: Fabulous Moving Works of Art Create beautiful, unexpected works of art - think 2D lava lamp projections. Sat 29th-Sun 30th Nov: Job Mash-Up Raphael Hefti is an engineer, photographer, alchemist artist! Mix up jobs and create new work for people to do.

Attenborough Nature Reserve

T- 0115 972 1777 Wed 3rd Dec: 10.30-2.30pm. Wild Tots – Stickman Parent and toddler session for 2 -4 yrs. £4 per child. 10.30am - 12noon and 1.00pm - 2.30pm. Please book. Sat 6th Dec: 10-12pm. Christmas Wreaths Make a wreath out of natural materials. £10 per adult, including a mince pie. Please book in advance. Sat 6th Dec: 1.30-3.30pm. Wild Kids - Festive Fun Make some natural Christmas decorations. Suitable for children aged 4 and over. All children must be accompanied by an adult. £4 per child.

Sun 30th Nov: 11am. St Nicholas Arrives Rumours abound that the Sheriff of Nottingham is in Sherwood Forest today to try and put a stop to any Yuletide celebrations – let’s hope Robin Hood is around to save the day! This event involves some stunt fighting which may be worrying for younger children unless it is explained to them. Sun 30th Nov: 12-3pm. Dog Grotto No we haven’t gone barking mad, but knowing how much so many of our regular visitors love their pooches, we thought it was about time they had the chance to treat their canine companions to their very own visit to Santa Paws! A small charge will be made and includes a gift for each dog Fri 5th-Sun 7th Dec: 11-4pm. Sherwood Memories Exhibition A chance to see some of the treasured Sherwood memories we have been sent by visitors to mark this very special anniversary year – be inspired! Free. Fri 5th-Sun 7th Dec: 6-8pm. Sparkling Sherwood See Sherwood’s ancient oak trees in a whole new light, as we invite you to take a walk through the illuminated forest – Tickets must be purchased in advance. Timed Tickets - 5 and 6 December: 6pm, 7pm, 8pm; 7 December: 5pm, 6pm, 7pm. £2.50 per person Sat 6th & Sat 13th Dec: 7.30pm. An Evening of Medieval Dining For something a bit different join us for an evening of traditional hog roasting, music and ceilidh dancing at the home of Robin Hood. £25 adults, £13 children Sun 7th Dec: 11.30-4pm. Tree Dressing Day Join in the ancient custom of Tree Dressing. Where better to celebrate the wonder of trees than in one of England’s most famous forests. Sun 7th Dec: 2-4pm. Steel Pantastic Come along to the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre today and listen to the talented members of U3A Worksop based ‘Steel Pantastic’ steel pan band as they bring a whole new dimension to traditional Christmas carols and music. Sat 13th-Sun 14th Dec: 11-4pm. Christmas Wreath Workshop Make your own, using natural materials such as evergreens, holly, ivy and pine cones from Sherwood Forest. Please book in advance.11am - 1pm and 2pm - 4pm. £10 per wreath

Sun 14th Dec: 11.30-1pm. Christmas Clowning Learn a few new party tricks to impress your relatives this Christmas at our circus skills workshop. Sun 14th Dec: 4.30-5.30pm. Midwinter Lantern Walk Bring a lantern or torch to light your way on this midwinter walk through the ancient oaks. Pre-booking is essential. Wed 24th Dec: 11-12.30pm. Christmas Eve Walk Enjoy a gentle stroll with a ranger through the ancient glades of Sherwood, looking for winter wildlife and discovering more about this legendary forest. Pre-booking essential. Adults £3, children £1.50 Thurs 26th Dec: 11.30-1pm. Boxing Day Revival Walk Booking is recommended or simply turn up and pay on the day. Adults £3, children £1.50

Rufford Abbey

T: 08449 80 80 80. £3 car parking charge Sat 15th-Sun 16th Nov: 11-4pm. Christmas Paint a Pot Get creative with glazes and paint your own mug. Great presents and good fun at the same time. £4 per mug, up to 6 mugs per family. Sat 15th Nov-Wed 24th Dec: 10.30-4 .30pm. Santa’s Christmas Trail £1. As Santa and his elves came through the park they lost all their decorations. Following the clues, discover their location! Collect a sweet reward from the Outdoor Living Shop when you complete the trail. Sat 20th Dec: Steel Pantastic From carols to Caribbean! Just the thing to move us into holiday mood. Free Tues 17th Feb: 10-12pm. Brilliant Bird Boxes Join the rangers at half term to celebrating national bird box week by making your own brilliant bird box or funky pine cone feeder to take home for the feathered friends that visit your garden. £5 per bird box / £1 per feeder

Sherwood Pines

T-01623 821459, email karina. thornton@forestry.gov.uk; www. forestry.gov.uk/sherwoodpines. Booking is essential for all the activities below. Fri 28th Nov: 7-10pm. Star Gazing An evening exploring the night sky using telescopes and star maps. After

an introductory presentation in the classroom we will view distant galaxies millions of light years away, mysterious nebulae, glittering star clusters manmade satellites scurrying across the sky. Not recommended for under 8s. £5 Fri 12th Dec: 5-10pm. Astronomy in the Forest Join us for an evening of astronomy in the forest - perfect for beginners and people who want to learn more. Adults and children over 12. £15.

Newstead Abbey

T: 01623 455 900 Car parking £6 per vehicle. Sat 29th-Sun 30th Nov & Sat 6th-Sun 7th Dec: 11-4pm. Abbey Christmas Experience the magic of a truly traditional Christmas. Seasonal crafts in the cloisters will give you a chance to pick up those last minute Christmas gifts. House entry is charged at £5 per adult and £2 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Fri 5th Dec: 2-7pm. Abbey ChristmasFriday evening Visit Newstead Abbey for a special Friday Christmas event. House entry is charged at £5 per adult and £2 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE car parking Tues 23rd-Sat 3rd Jan: 11-3pm. A Very Merry Newstead Come and explore Newstead Abbey at this magical time of year and follow a trail around the gardens to find the Christmas decorations. Remember to wrap up warm! Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult. £1

New Art Exchange

T-0115 924 8630. INFO@NAE.ORG. UK. www.nae.org.uk Wed 26th Nov: 6pm. Yard Young People’s Theatre Performance: Deeper… and Other Stories Using devised and original work, our young performers find new meanings in some of the work they have created over the year. £4.00 (£3.00 CONCESSION) Sat 29th Nov: 12-5pm. Craft & Culture: Family Festival Day! All welcome. FREE. Local arts and crafts in a Nubian market, Family arts and crafts workshops, Hairstyling in our pop-up salon, Delicious food and drink, Live music and entertainment provided by our yard youth theatre, Face-painting, Storytelling

Win a family ticket for four! For a great family day out at

The Lost City Adventure Golf For your chance to win a family ticket for 4 please answer the following question. What is the name of The Lost City’s mascot...

a. Indie

b. Ollie

c. Fred?

Please email your answer, name, address and phone number to cathy@thefamilygrapevine.co.uk or enter online at www.thefamilygrapevine.co.uk/west-notts or /east-south-notts or post to Family Grapevine Nottinghamshire, 11 Chilton Drive, Watnall, Nottingham NG16 1HL Closing date: 31st January 2015 To view full T&C’s please visit one of our websites above This competition is being run in both Winter ‘15 editions of the Family Grapevine Notts

Sat 7th Feb: 10-3pm Imagination Gaming Drop by for some family fun at the library as Imagination Gaming return with a variety of tabletop games to play together!-a great way to spend National Libraries Day. Ages 7+. Under 11s must be accompanied by an adult Tues 17th Feb: 10.30am. Sensational Science Week: Mad Science Live! Join the Mad Scientists for an hour of sensational science! Don’t miss this fully interactive Live Science Show. Suitable for children aged 5 + and their families. Booking strongly advised £3. Thurs 19th Feb: 2pm. Laura Dockrill – Live One of Elle Magazine’s ‘top twenty hot faces to watch’, Laura Dockrill has performed poetry at festivals including Latitude. The writer and illustrator of Ugly Shy Girl joins us live at the library. Suitable for 12 – 19 year olds. Booking essential. £3 Fri 20th Feb: 10-1pm. Sensational Science Week: Family Astronomy Workshops Learn to locate major stars, constellations, planets and galaxies, and discover what astronomical events are coming in the next few months. 7yrs+. Adults and accompanied children welcome. Booking advised. FREE

Bestwood Country Park

T- 0115 976 2422 or email adele.williams@nottscc.gov.uk. Sat 6th Dec: 10-1pm. Light Up Winter Christmas Crafts Make an illuminated Victorian fireplace to light up the dark afternoons, along with other winter crafts. Fireplace activity, suitable for age 5+, £2 per child. Sat 3rd Jan: 10-1pm. Make a Miners Lamp Make a miner’s lamp with an LED light. £2 per child Sun 25th Jan: 10-12pm. Natural History Walk - Winter Join a ranger on a walk around Bestwood Country Park. Learn about different habitats and the flora and fauna. Meet at the Winding Engine House car park. T-0115 927 3674. Free

West Bridgford Library

T- 0115 981 6506. westbridgford. library@nottscc.gov.uk Wed 4th –Tues 24th Feb: Future Fields. Inspired by the poppy meadows and WW1 commemorations, features artwork created by local families. Free

Sun 8th Feb: 10-12pm. Miners’ Footsteps Take the colliers’ path that miners would have followed home to Redhill or Arnold. A circular walk via Bestwood Lodge and returning to the Dynamo House for delicious hot soup. £2 with soup and a home-baked cob.

Other Events November

Thurs 6th-Sat 29th: Shimmering Poppy Mobiles at Gedling Library Embellish a CD with petals and sequins – for all ages! Free. Thurs 3.30-5.30pm Sat 9.30-12.30pm. T-0115 987 6886. E-gedling.library@nottscc.gov.uk Sun 9th: 1-6pm. Clifton Community & Family Support Group Mother & Daughter Pamper Day at Dovecote Sports Hall, Clifton Free entry and refreshments; only pay for treatments of your choice. Thurs 20th-Sun 4th Jan: Nottingham Winter Wonderland (Christmas Lights Switch-On: 21 Nov) in the Old Market Square Fri 21st-Sat 22nd: 7.30pm. Unite The Scene 2014 at Nottingham Arts Theatre The show features the work of a variety of schools, crews & companies from the community and guest performances. T0115 947 6096. www.nottingham-theatre.co.uk Sat 22nd: 10-5pm. See Paddington Bear™ at Robin Hoods Wheelgate Park This is a free event included in the admission charge to Wheelgate Park. T01623 882773. www.wheelgatepark.com Wed 26th: 9.15-12.15. 'Come and see Wed 26th: 1.30-3pm. Open Day at Hazel Hurst School, Mapperley T- 0115 960 6759. Fri 28th: 10-5pm. Small Space Day with Q Pootle 5 at the National Space Centre Small Space Days are the new Toddler events at the National Space Centre for our littlest Astronauts to enjoy. T-0845 605 2001. www.spacecentre.co.uk Fri 28th: 8-10pm. Steampunks 'v' Zombies at the National Space Centre Steampunks 'v' Zombies is an evening of family fun with NERF guns, zombies, cryptic clues and attempts at blatant self-preservation. Bring your guns along and enough ammunition to survive the apocalypse. Families and children. T-0845 605 2001. www.spacecentre.co.uk Sat 29th, Sat 24th Jan & Sat 21st Feb: 6.45pm. Sherwood Observatory Open Evening Entrance £5.00 adults / £1.00 U16’s. (U16’s must be accompanied). No advance booking. E-events@sherwoodobservatory.org.uk. www.solarius.net.

Sat 29th: 10-12pm. Autumn Trees & Wildlife Walk at Woodthorpe Grange Park Join the Park Ranger for a exploring the autumn trees and wildlife. Suitable for all ages though there may be some steep slopes and steps. Meet near the cafe. FREE. T-0115 915 2733 Sat 29th: 9-6pm. West Bridgford Christmas Lights Switch-On The fun will start at 9am on Central Avenue and will include a festive market and children's fairground rides as well as lots of great offers and special events at local shops and cafes. There’ll be lots of live music t and the lights will be switched on at 5pm by the Mayor of Rushcliffe, followed by a finale firework show. Sat 29th: 1-5pm. Christmas Arts & Craft Event at Arnot Hill Park FREE EVENT, BOOKING ESSENTIAL (0115) 9013715. An arts and craft afternoon with a Christmas theme. Help make the garland that will decorate the tree and civic foyer area. We will also be making Winter feeders for the birds in the park or taken home. Parents must be in attendance at all times. Sat 29th: 3.30-5.30pm. YouNG Market is coming to East Leake The next YouNG Market will take place in the centre of East Leake on 29 November from 3:30pm-5:30pm during their Christmas lights switch on event. The YouNG Network group are seeking young people to be involved. Do you have talent? The YouNG Market is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and build your budding business. Apply now-www.youngnetworkgroup. org, or speak with your school YouNG representative. Sun 30th: 7.30pm. Nottingham Youth Orchestra Concert at the Albert Hall, Nottingham Nottingham Youth Orchestra opens its new season with an exciting programme of music. Box Office: 0781 463 7571 / 01636 830930 Email: administrator@ nottinghamyouthorchestra.org Sun 30th: 1-7pm. Festival of the Seasons at Bonington Theatre, Arnold Presented by Katie Wright Dance School, two shows: 1.00pm and 5.00pm. A celebration of the seasons told through ballet, tap and modern dance. Tickets £9.50. Box Office 0115 956 0733

December

Clip Clop Pony Rides Christmas Visits: Invite Frozen's inspired Queen Elsa and Princess Anna or our Elves to deliver a present from Santa. We will arrive with a magical Unicorn to meet and sit on for photos. Visits are 20 minutes and include a present from Clip Clop Pony Rides. Prices are £40 per visit, any additional children £10 per child and they will also receive a present. Areas that we are visiting are: 17th December -Bulwell, Aspley, Kimberley. 18th December- Wollaton and surrounding areas. 21st December - Mansfield, Skegby and surrounding areas. 22nd December -Hucknall. 23rd December Arnold and Mapperley. Last day to book is 12th December 2014. T- Debbie on 07985 430176

Wed 3rd-Thurs 4th: 1-10pm. Minifolk Collective Pop –Up Event at Escabeche, West Bridgford Creative, quirky little businesses born of Minifolk Market will be hosting a PopUp shop event, in the upstairs space of West Bridgford’s stylish Tapas Bar Escabeche. For two days only this chic shopping experience offers the opportunity to buy unique Christmas gifts for children and adults. Pop in and take a look, or stay longer and enjoy a glass of wine or bite to eat. Discounts on food with every purchase. For more information call Alison on 07738 172 821. Sat 6th: 7.30pm. Christmas Concert with Richard Durrant at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold Richard Durrant’s Christmas Concerts with a repertoire of early music, Christian, pagan and folk traditions as well as many wonderfully distinctive Durrant originals. Box Office 0115 956 0733

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NT AURA T S E R CENTR E GO KARTING FAMILY

Fri 12th: 4-6pm. 'Frozen' Christmas Party at Jungletastic, Nuthall £8.50 per child. T-0115 975 1113. Einfo@jungletastic.com Sun 14th: 4-6pm. Christmas in the Arboretum FREE. Live music and children’s activities. Free non- alcoholic mulled wine and mince pies. T-0115 915 2733 Mon 15th: 1-2.30pm. BOOKSTART CHRISTMAS PARTY at RadfordLenton Library FREE. Join in for Christmas crafts and story time with the Bookstart Bear. Under 5s and their parents/ carers. FREE book for every child! E-charlotte. blount@nottinghamcity.gov.uk Tues 16th: 5.30pm. New Youth Theatre Taster Session for “Wizard of Oz Jnr” at Methodist Church Centre, West Bridgford To book call 01623 406284 Wed 17th: 7.30pm. The Hallé Christmas Concert at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Thurs 18th: 7.30pm. The Best of the West End at Christmas at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch. co.uk Sat 20th: 11am. Christmas Wreath Making at the Forest Recreation Ground Why not try your hand at making a wreath using natural materials found in the park! Meet at the pavilion. Free. T-0115 915 2733 Sat 20th-Tues 23rd: 11-4pm. Spacemas at the National Space Centre Family fun, stunning aurora, games, competitions, and of course some out of this world science. Discover the Science of Santa; how does he manage to deliver all those gifts in just one night? How does he travel so far and so fast? And, how does he pack all your presents into just one sack? We know all the answers and we are happy to share them with you. T-0845 605 2001, www. spacecentre.co.uk Sat 20th & Mon 22nd: 7pm. Family Carol Concert at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk

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Ferry Farm Park, Boat Lane, Hoveringham Nottingham, NG14 7JP

Sun 21st: 10-12.30pm. Super Sparkle Parties presents... Princess/Superhero Christmas ball! at St. Peter's Rooms, Ruddington Meet the Snow Queen, Spiderman and their friends at our magical ball. £12 per child. T-0758053349, E-Supersparkleparties@gmail.com Sun 21st: 7.30pm. Carolling & Crumpets at All Hallows Church Hall, West Bridgford Carolling & Crumpets is a heartwarming look at the timeless rituals found in the folklore and folk music of England in Midwinter, which peels away the commercial gloss of modern Christmas. Enjoy an evening full of magical songs of wassailing, wrenhunting, stirring the fire and incessant feasting all dressed up in the glittering finery of toe-tapping tunes and cracking choruses. T- 0115 9821710 Sat 27th-Sun 28th: 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. For more details telephone: 0115 963 2938. Wed 31st Dec: 7pm. New Year’s Eve Fireworks at Nottingham Castle FREE. See in the New Year with a fireworks display from Nottingham Castle, and enjoy live entertainment too! T- 08444 775678

January

Sat 17th-Sun 18th: British Synchronized Skating Championships at the National Ice Centre/Capital FM Arena More than 50 teams from around the UK will compete. Tickets £7 / £5.50. www. capitalfmarena.com/online/syncro2015. T- 0843 373 3000

Tues 20th-Wed 21st: 7.30pm. The Strictly Come Dancing Live UK Tour at the Capital FM Arena T- 0843 373 3000. www.capitalfmarena.com Sat 31st: 7pm. Nottingham Philharmonic Orchestra Family Concert at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall "Come fly with us!" Guest Presenter Ken Bruce - BBC Radio 2. All manner of birds, insects, planes, aliens & superheroes will be flying around to entertain you. T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk

February

Fri 6th-Mon 8th: 7.30pm. Moscow City Ballet at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall T- 0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Sun 15th: 7.15pm. Marcia Jones School of Dance Present Step by Step at Nottingham Royal Concert Hall Prepare for a musical extravaganza featuring potential stars of the future. T0115 989 5555 or visit www.trch.co.uk Sun 22nd: 7pm. The X Factor Live Tour at Capital FM Arena See The X Factor live. T- 0843 373 3000. www.capitalfmarena.com

Have a very as stm Happy Chri 2015! t a re and a g