WE2 - Issue 132 Aug-Sept 2018

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Autumn...

And still the glorious weather stays with us... despite a few showers we really can’t complain other than being too hot and the garden being dehydrated! Here we are about to start a new school year 2018/19 - good luck to all the new starts.

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We have the fabulous Art Fair at the beginning of September, along with Airyhall Craft Fair and Family Fun Day, or be prepared and save the date for the Mannofield Church Craft Fair on Saturday, 03 November! Don’t say I didn’t warn you.

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With only two magazines left until Christmas - yes I said it - I will be looking to fill the Christmas Gift Guide with some lovely ideas from our local tradespeople - so get your thinking caps on and your camera at the ready for all your photographs to send in!

Go grab that cuppa and flick through the pages of the Aug/Sept magazine and catch you all in October!

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Do you have enough Zinc in your diet?

Have you been following nutrition advice to cut down on red meat and eat more fruit and vegetables? Or are you vegetarian/vegan and eat no meat at all?

Zinc is an important micronutrient and is required for the proper structure and function of proteins in the body. A lack of zinc in the diet can have a negative effect on health including suppressing the immune system (making you more susceptible to colds and infections), it has an effect on men’s health (in the production of healthy sperm, and predisposing the prostate gland to infection), and helps maintain the integrity of the skin (so is used in treatment of nappy rash, dry skin, acne etc.). Zinc may also influence chronic diseases such as heart disease.

Health experts advise eating less red meat and more fruit and veg, but most zinc in the diet comes from red meat so some groups of the population are at risk of zinc deficiency, especially vegans, vegetarians, low income families and the elderly.

Scientists at the Rowett Institute in Aberdeen, in collaboration with the James Hutton Institute are trying out a new way to improve zinc nutrition without altering peoples eating habits by biofortifying potatoes with Zinc using normal farming methods. Potatoes are not only widely eaten throughout the world, being relatively cheap they are accessible to most people and they could be utilised by everyone including vegans and vegetarians to improve their zinc status.

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Flossing Flossing removes plaque and food particles from between teeth and under the gum line, which could cause gum disease and tooth decay.

Recent research shows that diseased gums are responsible for the release of inflammatory chemicals into the bloodstream, which can then contribute to heart disease. Flossing should form part of our daily dental hygiene routine, but to be effective needs to be done properly.

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Choose your floss. If your teeth are close together, try a waxed version which slides easier between the teeth.

Break off about 18 inches of floss, wind around the middle finger of each hand until 1-2 inches remain and pull tightly between the thumb and index finger.

Using a clean section of floss, repeat for the next tooth and continue the process until all teeth have been treated, not forgetting to floss the side of the teeth at the back of your mouth!

Using a gentle ‘rocking’ motion, guide the floss between the teeth until it reaches the gum line, then gently guide the floss up and down against the side of the tooth and under the gum line.

The jury is still out on whether it is best to floss before or after brushing, but the most important thing is to do it. It isn’t just good for fresh breath, it’s good for the health of your entire body!

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Pork and Apple Burgers Fed up with beef burgers? Try our tasty alternative Serves 4-6 Preparation time 10 minutes plus 30 minutes chill time Cooking time 15 minutes Ingredients 450g Minced Pork 1 heaped tsp dried sage 1 small onion, chopped finely 1 eating apple, grated 1 medium egg, beaten salt and pepper to season Method Put the minced pork into a large bowl with the finely chopped onion, dried sage, grated apple and seasoning. Mix thoroughly with your hands.

Add the beaten egg and mix again.

Take handfuls of the mixture and mould them into burger shapes (4 large or six small). Place them on a plate in the fridge for 30 minutes to chill.

Fry gently until golden brown and cooked through thoroughly.

Serve in a bun with a salsa salad.

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s part of Airyhall Primary School recent Eco fortnight Harry Allan, a primary 3 pupil, donated his old glasses to Scott Gilmour Optometrists. All donated secondhand glasses are then sent to Vision Aid Overseas.In 2009 Vision Aid Overseas (VAO) stopped sending second-hand glasses when the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness (IAPB) recommended sending second-hand glasses was not the best way to establish sustainable eye care in developing countries.

Instead they recycle the donated spectacles for their precious metal content (gold frames) with retro or vintage being sold.

The income generated allowing Vision Aid Overseas to deliver sustainable eye care services. They do this by:»» Establishing Vision Centres to provide locally based eye care, affordable eye tests and new glasses to all patients regardless of circumstance »» Training local eye care workers so that, there are skilled professionals to deliver quality eye care services at all times. »» Delivering eye care services to remote and isolated communities so they can reach the poorest and the most vulnerable people.

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Tired All The Time

Should you seek help?

GPs are reporting that more and more patients complain of having no energy. So much so, that the syndrome now has its own name – tired all the time, or TATT. It’s 7am. The alarm goes off and your eyes snap open. You leap out of bed feeling refreshed and ready for anything. Does this sound like you? Or are you more likely to hit the snooze button, roll over and try to grab another ten minutes’ sleep before you face the day?

If you often feel you’re flagging, the most important thing is not to ignore it. TATT is common, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to do something about it.

There are many different causes of fatigue, and it’s always a good idea to start by speaking to your GP. If you feel overwhelming exhaustion, which gets worse with activity and does not improve with rest, you may be suffering from myalgic

encephalopathy (ME) or chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS). A cure has not yet been found, but there are treatments and self-help measures that can ease the symptoms.

Your doctor will also be able to test for other medical problems that can cause tiredness, such as anaemia, thyroid problems, food intolerances or diabetes.

Most cases of TATT are due to psychological problems, such as depression and anxiety.

Traumatic life events, stress and money worries can also cause fatigue. Talking about your problems may help, and your doctor could refer you to a counselling service.

If you’ve ruled out these causes but are still feeling flat, there are lifestyle changes that can help.

It sounds obvious, but it’s essential to make sure you’re getting enough good quality sleep. This might be easier said than done, but make it a priority for a few weeks and see how much better you feel. The Royal College of Psychologists’ advice is to go to bed and get up at the same time each day. Avoid napping, and try a soak in a warm bath before you go to bed.

Reduce your stress levels by building some relaxation time into your daily schedule. This could be something as simple as listening to your favourite music or meeting friends for a chat.

Diet can also play a part in determining your energy levels. Try eating small snacks throughout the day, rather than one large meal in the evening. Avoid alcohol and drink more water. Cutting out caffeine will also help, but do it gradually to avoid getting headaches.

Finally, you may not feel like it, but exercising is another proven way to fight fatigue. Even a quick 15-minute walk around the block will give you an energy boost.

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Caring for Elderly Pets

Just like us humans, our pets age, and just like humans, as they age they become susceptible to more ailments.

Check your pet regularly for changes in behaviour or appearance that could indicate the onset of illness or disease.

Reduced activity could be a sign that your pet is in pain, perhaps due to arthritis.

This can be eased by gentle massage, but dogs also need to continue to exercise in order to keep the joints free, although too much exercise can cause more harm than good. If they’re less active, your pet might gain weight - resulting in additional health problems.

This can be remedied by decreasing their calorie intake.

Your pet also needs a quiet, undisturbed place to eat.

sure to make allowances and speak up!

Older pets are more susceptible to heart and lung disease. Signs include coughing, wheezing, breathing difficulties and general weakness. Bumps, lumps and swellings may indicate cancer and if your pet becomes incontinent or starts to urinate more frequently, this could be due to changes in the urinary tract, prostrate or other body systems. In all cases, the sooner problems are spotted, the better the chance of successful treatment, so consult your vet promptly.

If your pet starts bumping into things, tends to stay closer to the wall than usual and follows closely on your heels, their sight may be failing. Eye problems include infections, cataracts, decreased night vision and blindness. Watch out for eyes that discharge, look discoloured, cloudy or glassy.

You can help your pet cope by keeping the environment familiar – don’t move furniture around!

Of course, not all conditions are life-threatening. Ear infections are common in dogs and signs include a discharge from the ear, persistent head shaking and pawing. If your pet is already hard of hearing, an infection could make this worse, so be

Some elderly pets experience a loss of appetite – perhaps due to a reduction in their sense of taste or smell - that could result in weight loss.

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Keep an eye on their teeth and if you notice any swelling of the gums take them to the vet as gum disease, in addition to causing tooth decay, could result in infections being passed into the blood which could cause damage to organs already less efficient and less able to resist infection.

Finally, remember to keep your pet warm in winter.

If you are cold, chances are they are too, so put a sweater on both of you!

Having an elderly pet isn’t all doom and gloom.

Ageing is part of life, and with lots of love, care, patience and regular visits to the vet, there is no reason why you and your pet shouldn’t enjoy getting old together!

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Garden View Back to school – Garden School September days can often be hot and sunny and the soil will definitely still be warm after the heat of the summer, but this month also signals great, if not subtle, change. The days are noticeably shorter and the first signs of leaf fall are occurring, even if it’s only the buttery yellowing of the silver birch by the sides of the road (which seem to turn earlier every year). Now you’re back from your relaxing holiday, it’s ‘off to work we go’ in the garden too and it’s a great time for selecting, buying and planting spring flowering bulbs, and also for planting new shrubs and perennials.

To work off that ‘holiday tummy’ from an excess of San Miguel (other European lagers are also available) I begin my lawn treatment programme this month by scarifying (raking out the dead grass and moss), before aerating (making holes in it)

and brushing with horticultural sand. This is really only necessary on a heavy clay soil, but any lawn will benefit from a good raking and top dressing. This basically means the addition of an autumn lawn feed (to promote healthy root growth) and a sprinkling of sandy loam soil to level out any lumps and bumps.

September is also a good month to get more plants for free, whether that’s by removing seed heads from faded flowers and drying by hanging upside down in a paper bag, or by division. Herbaceous perennials (those which disappear underground in winter and grow back fresh new growth in spring), can be dug up right now with a fork and chopped in half or quarters if big enough. Replant and water well and you will have extra plants to swap with friends or increase in your own borders. If you’re quick, there may even be time to take some late semi ripe cuttings. This way you can ensure that even if we have a really harsh winter you can get to keep your favourite Salvias, French Lavender or tender Pelargoniums going from year to year.

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If the onset of Autumn fills you with dread, and the doom and gloom of yet another 6 months of darkness depresses you, or you simply don’t have a clue what I’m gibbering on about in these monthly articles, then why not book yourself onto a gardening course. You’ll meet like minded gardening enthusiasts and you might even learn something in between the plant orientated chitter chatter, seed swapping and tea drinking. But if that’s all too much effort and garden school is just not for you, how about some armchair gardening? Log on to You Tube and search ‘spearjac’ to view loads of handy ‘how to’ guides.

damage spoils them • Net ponds before leaf fall gets underway • Clean out cold frames and greenhouses so that they are ready for use in the autumn

Other jobs to do this month include: • Pick autumn raspberries • Cover leafy vegetable crops with bird- proof netting • Dig up remaining potatoes before slug

Until next time, enjoy your garden!

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MBC Festival 2018 Opening Ceremony

Wed 22 Aug (from 7pm)

Phoenix Centre, Newton Dee

Thurs 23 and Fri 24 Aug (2 - 5pm) Sat 25 and Sun 26 Aug (10am - 5pm)

Art Exhibition

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Friskis&Svettis

Sat 25 Aug (10am – 11am)

Cults Academy

Coffee Morning

Sat 25 Aug (10am - 12noon)

Cults Kirk Centre

Open Day

Sun 26 Aug (2 - 4pm)

Atholl Smith Jazz Band

Sun 26 Aug (7 - 8pm)

Camphill Cairnlee Estate, Baillieswells Road Cults Parish Church

Pub Quiz

Tues 28 Aug (from 8.30pm)

Bieldside Inn

Hatha Yoga

Wed 29 Aug (7 - 8pm)

Cults Parish Church Hall

Calligraphy Exhibition

Thurs 30, Fri 31 Aug and Sat 1 Sept (10am - 4pm)

Cults Parish Church

Thurs 30 Aug (5.30pm-6.15pm :: Under 8yrs) (6pm-7.30pm :: 9-12yrs) (7.30pm-9pm :: Teens / Adults)

Tennis Open Evening Cults Tennis Club

Beginners Ballroom

Fri 31 Aug (7 - 8pm)

Cults Academy

Beetle Drive

Fri 31 Aug (7pm for 7.30pm start)

Cults Bowling Club

Cake Off! Competition and Coffee Morning

Sat 1 Sept (10am - 12pm)

Cults Kirk Centre

Orienteering

Foggieton Woods (meet at Cults Primary School Car Park)

Sat 1 Sept (Staggered Start between 2 and 3pm) Sat 1 Sept (6.30 - 7.30pm :: 8-10yrs) (7.30 - 9pm :: 10+yrs)

Mix / Junior Mix

St Devenicks Church Hall

Upcycling Workshop

Marigold & Mo, North Deeside Road, Cults

Mon 3 Sept (10.30am - 12noon) Tues 4 Sept (1pm to 2.30pm)

International Food Evening

Tues 4 Sept (starts 7pm)

Deeside Christian Fellowship Church

Newton Dee Workshop Tour Phoenix Centre, Newton Dee

Wed 5 Sept (meet at 10am)

Fashion Show

Thurs 6 Sept (from 7pm)

Kippie Lodge

Gin Tasting

Fri 7 Sept (from 7pm)

Bieldside Inn

Community Sports Hub “Come and Try” Cults Sports Complex

Sat 8 Sept (10am – 12noon)

Family Fun Run

Sat 8 Sept (2 - 4pm)

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Make new friends - Languages require practice! It’s easier to talk to new people if you’re both concentrating on something other than how shy you are. Chatting in a foreign language is a good way to break the ice and get to know your classmates.

Improve your English! - Learning a new language helps us understand tenses, prepositions, and all the other parts of speech we normally take for granted. As a result we speak and write more precisely.

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It can turn an ordinary trip into the holiday of a lifetime.

Join the global community – Most of the rest of the world does not speak English!

As the world becomes smaller and more interconnected it’s easy to see that we’ll come into contact with more and more non-English speakers. A foreign language puts you at an advantage in business and personal relationships.

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CLUBS & CLASSES Seafield Walking Group

Alternate Wednesdays, leaving 9.15 from Countesswells Avenue. Coach transport.

Long and short walks each outing.

Contact kate.graham13@btinternet.com Come and join our friendly 50+ group.

FIRST WALK FREE! Aberdeen Choral Society Mondays fm 5th September at 7.30pm Queens Cross Church Hall.. Please come and join us we’d love to have you. All details on our website.

Aberdeen Chorus of Sweet Adelines International - ladies Chorus singing 4 part a cappella in modern barbershop style. Monday evening from 7 -10pm at Curl Aberdeen, Eday Walk (just off Lang Stracht) New voices always welcome.

Aberdeen and District RSPB Local Group A friendly group enthusiastic about the wildlife of the NE Various events throughout the year www.rspb.org.uk/groups/aberdeen

Gordonians Hockey Club - Youth Coaching from 27/28 August until late May - Children attending any school Bronze Squad (typically age 8-9) - Tuesdays 5.30 - 6.30 Silver Squad (typically 10-11) - Tuesdays 5.45 - 7.00 Gold Squad (typically 12-13) - Mondays 5.45 - 7.00 £80 for the entire season (family discounts apply) RGC Astroturf pitches, Countesswells Road, AB15 8AR Contact John Mowat Tel: 07525 811039

Aberdeen Pilates Man Wed Mixed Ability Classes 6-7pm Ferryhill Community Centre T: 07557352805.

Aberdeen Round Table First Tuesday every month at 7.30pm (usually at the Cults Hotel) to plan a variety of events to aid the community. Information visit www.roundtable.co.uk.

Aberdeen Strathspey and Reel Society Mon Jnr Orchestra - 6.30 to 7.30 pm, Snr 7.30 to 9.00 pm Hazlehead Primary School, AB15 8HB 01224 676482, e-mail info@aberdeenstrathspey.org.uk or www. aberdeenstrathspey.org.uk

Aberdeen Italian Circle Thursdays (every 2/3 weeks) Time: 7.15 pm Rubislaw Church Centre, Beaconsfield Place Contact: abital@btinternet.com 01224 635792

Aberdeen Velodees: Women only cycling group. Wednesday coached session + Weekend Rides. Join our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/Velodees/ or email velodees@gmail.com for more info.

Aberdeen Embroiderers’ Guild First Saturday of month in Rubislaw Church Centre, Beaconsfield Place. Workshop 10 – 12.00 Meeting at 2pm. Visitors welcome. For info contact 07809557617.

After School Football - Alison McLeod Classes available at Airyhall + Kingswells for pre school children up to age 6 www.aberdeenfootballfun.co.uk

Aberdeen Model Railway Club Wednesday 7-10pm Ferryhill heritage center Email: Info@aberdeenmrc.co.uk

Airyhall Ramblers Group Every 2nd Wednesday @ Countesswells Road 9.15am Open to over 50’s A friendly, sociable group. Long & short walks available. Contact 07472686889

Aberdeen Orpheus Choir Wednesday evenings at 7.15 p.m. in the Hall of Crown Terrace Baptist Church, Windmill Lane, Some vacancies in the Choir. If you can read music and interested in choral music, Info: Jane Murray on 07967926758.

Association of American Women of Aberdeen (AWA) Open to women of all nationalities. Monthly meetings, activities for all tastes, annual fundraising for a chosen charity. For membership information go to awaaberdeen.org

Aberdeen Philatelic Society Thursdays, fortnightly fm 21st Sept 7.30pm Rubislaw Church Centre Beaconsfield Pl. Social mtg alt Fri am seafield28@gmail.com www.aberdeenphilatelic.org.uk

Babies & Toddlers Fridays 10 - 11.30 during term time Gilcomston Church, use Summer Street door Contact: Gayle Veitch, gayle.veitch@gmail.com or Rosie McKie, 01224 647144

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CLUBS & CLASSES Barney’s Ballroom Mon, 7-8pm + 8.15-9.15pm Fri 7-8pm & 8-9pm Cults Cults Sports Complex AB15 9TP 07342 789 965 Barre Fitness classes Monday at 10-11am at Granville Lane Scout Hut, Tuesday at Mile End Primary from 6-7pm Friday 5pm and 5.30pm at Fitness & Wellbeing Development on Riverside Drive. c.chernouski@yahoo.co.uk Beginners Ashtanga Yoga (power Yoga).

Monday 6.30 till 7.30 and 7.30 till 8.30 (seniors). £7 Cults Kirk Centre Hub, 404 North Deeside Road, Cults. Call Simone 07985 384402 or email Simone.barnett@sky.com Ceilidh class 1st & 3rd Tuesday of every month 7:30 - 9:00pm at South St Nicholas Church Kincorth. A fun social evening! Contact 01224 636128 or email: aberdeenrscds@hotmail.co.uk Childrens Highland Dancing Lessons Day: Various - After School / Saturdays Craigiebuckler, Holborn West, City Centre and Cults sinclairhighlanddancing@gmail.com or 07972104774 Clubbercise with Jessica Tuesday 8:30-9:30pm at Airyhall community Centre. All other classes listed on my Facebook page (Clubbercise Jessica Aberdeen). Contact no-07725672678 Concordia String Orchestra Ferryhill Parish Church We rehearse on a Tuesday evening 7.30-9.30pm Contact: www. concordiastringorchestra.org.uk for more information CTC Grampian Local group of the Cycling Touring Club. We provide cycle rides for all abilities and ages to local destinations and further afield. John B, Chairman, Tel: 01224 571984. www.ctcgrampian.org.uk Culter & District Pipe Band Mon/Wed 7.30pm-9pm Culter Village Church Piping & Drumming, all levels welcome Contact: Susan 07540 530705 DanceYoga Mon and Wed 8pm at Rubislaw Church Centre 07470449331 Hannah Nordlund www.facebook.com/ DanceYogaAberdeen

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Dru Yoga Tues 7.30pm in Jubilee Hall, South Holburn Church.

Thurs 10am in Girlguiding, Thistle Lane. One-to-one sessions or small groups in AB15 5BB or at your premises Ester 07757 304879 or druyoga.ester@gmail.com Fitness with Laura Mon - 6-7pm Inchgarth Community Centre Wed - 6.15-7.15pm Tullos Primary School Fri - 10-11am Inchgarth Community Centre F: fitnesswithlaura or 07739181345.

Flying Yogis Children’s yoga classes 3-5 Years Mondays 9:3010am, NEW CLASS- Wednesdays 1:30-2pm Kingswells Community Centre, Contact :Emma Dawrant 07789558865 or www.facebook.com/emmaflyingyogis Franco-Scottish Society, Aberdeen – promoting French & Scottish culture Monthly meetings on a Tues 7.30pm usually in Albyn School, 17 - 23 Queen's Road. between Oct & May. Talks mainly in French, but sometimes English. www.franco-scottish.org.uk/ 01224 590903.

Friskis&Svettis Jympa Wednesdays from 7-8pm (exercise to music).

Low impact, suitable for all ages & abilities. Airyhall Community Centre Contact Jackie Tel 01224 713705 Friskis & Svettis Jympa Tuesday from 7.30pm - 8.30pm Airyhall Community Centre Call Katie on 01224981474/07889011337 or email info@fsaberdeen.co.uk Gordonians Hockey Club - Youth Coaching Tuesdays fm 29 Aug until end of May 2018 5.45pm - 7.00pm Astroturf Playing Fields, Countesswells Road AB15 8AR Ages P4 - S6 any school Contact John Mowat tel: 07525 811039 Granite City Chorus Scotland’s leading male barbershop chorus Tuesdays 7.00pm to 9.45pm Woodside Church Hall AB24 4DQ www.granitecitychorus.co.uk Granite City Guerrillas Dodgeball Team 16+ Mon 8pm – 10pm at The Jesmond Sports Centre, Bridge of Don (Mixed session) Wed 8.30pm – 10pm at The Danestone Community Centre, Bridge of Don (Ladies only) Contact: www.facebook.com/thegranitecityguerrillas

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Granite City Scottish Women’s Institute Every 4th Wed of the month 7-9pm (Sept to June).

Ruthrieston Community Centre, 532-536 Holburn Street, Aberdeen (car park to rear). Just come along or tel the secretary 01224 587590

Mainly Music at Gilcomston Wednesdays 10 - 11.30 during term time Gilcomston Church, use Summer Street door Contact: Katie Rose, katrinamrose@hotmail.co.uk or Rosie McKie, 01224 647144

Hatha Yoga Thursday 9:30-10:30 am - Ashley Road Aberdeen £7.00 per session Info & bookings : Adriana 07799845716 - limited spaces

Mango Choir (mainly Gospel style) Mondays, September to April 6:30 to 7:30 at Mannofield Church Alistair Stark, 01224 318536, mail@agstark.co.uk No experience needed, no auditions.

Hatha Yoga Sunday 9-10am, Location - Barry Stephen’s, 41 Ann Street, Aberdeen Booking available via bookfit app, £5 per class Contact Theresa at TMCYogaUK@gmail.com

Mannofield Parent & Toddler Group Monday, & Friday 1000 - 1130 @ Mannofield Church Facebook Group - Mannofield Parent & Toddlers

Italian Classes in Cults (Aberdeen) from Beginners to Advanced level Summer Sessions in Italy Enrica Conti Tel. 07786827714 encoit@talktalk.net www.italianlanguageaberdeen.co.uk Jazzercise aerobic classes, Mon + Tues 6.15pm South Holburn Parish church hall, Wed (6.15pm) + Sat (9.30am) Broomhill Activity Centre.

Contact Judy 07757216968 or jazzercisejudy@gmail.com JKA Aberdeen Karate Tuesday & Thursday (all grades) 7pm Kincorth Sports Centre 01224 826174 Alan@karatedoshotokan-scotland.com JKA Aberdeen Tiger Cubs Childrens Karate Sessions Thursday 5 - 7 year olds Kincorth Sports Centre 07762 560630 or 01330 833688 Kaimhill Strollers Thursday at 9.15 over 50s walking group which meets Community Wing of Kaimhill School. Walks average 6 miles cost of £4 includes use of our minibus. Contact Dick on 01224 782109 or Doris on 01224 316775.

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Friendly and fun. Suitable for all. Injury and illness cared for. Kaimhill Learning Centre, Pitmedden Terr AB10 7HR. Lively Minds Group Tuesdays: First and third of each month from 12p.m. – 2 p.m. Sandwich lunch and an interesting speaker. £5 per session This is a new group open to everyone .

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Rubislaw Baby Group Tuesdays, 9.30am – 11.00am Rubislaw Church Centre, Beaconsfield Place, Aberdeen £2.50 per session Suitable for: Birth to walking 07747 830386 email: rubislawplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk Rubislaw Playgroup Mon, Tues + Thurs 9 30 till 11 30 + Frid messy play session 13 30 till 15 30 Rubislaw Church Centre, £10 per session Suitable for: 21/2 years to school age 07747 830386 e: rubislawplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk Rubislaw Toddler Group Wed, 9.30am – 11.00am Rubislaw Church Centre, Beaconsfield Place, Aberdeen £3.00 per session (includes snack) Suitable for: Walking to 21/2 years 07747 830386 email: rubislawplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk Scottish Country Dancing Beg Taster Wed 19 Sept then every Wed 7:30 9:00pm, Craigiebuckler Church Hall. Thurs 1:30 - 3:00pm Holburn West fm 27 Sept. 01224 636128 or email: aberdeenrscds@hotmail.co.uk Scottish Country Dancing classes for Children after school at St Joseph’s, Kingsford, Braehead, Craigiebuckler Church Hall or at City Moves on a Saturday morning. aberdeenrscds@hotmail.co.uk or 01224 636128 for more information.

Silver CITY Singers Mondays 7.20 - 9.30pm AGS Former Pupils Club 86 Queen’s Road AB15 4YQ www.silvercitysingers.com Tai Chi (Taijiquan) & Health Qigong (Chi Kung) Mondays 7-8pm and 8-9pm Aberdeen Unitarian Church contact Matthew Knight Email: ruyischool.mk@gmail.com The Fly Cup Every Thursday morning from 10- 12. An informal group for people who would enjoy a bit of company, offering a chance to meet up over coffee & homebaking. office@queen’scrosschurch.org.uk

The Mixing Bowl Aberdeen A food interest group for the community. Meets monthly in term time at St Devenick’s church hall, Baillieswells Rd, Bieldside Further details: www.mixingbowl.btck.co.uk Vinyasa Yoga Monday during term time 930-1030 Rubislaw church Centre 1 Beaconsfield Place Contact Facebook page @pranayogawithsarah Woodend Bridge Club Mon & Wed Evenings & Fri afternoons mid sept to mid april @ Woodend Bowling Club (ample parking) All welcome - Chris Blunt 01224 317298 Woodburn Walkers Every seond Tuesday @ Hazlehead Park - Contact 01224 640882 and 01224 318075. A walking group open to all over 50’s .

Yoga classes Tue 17.45-19.15 AYC, 8 Bon Accord Sq. Wed 10.15-11.45 Queens Cross Church. Thur 10.00-11.30 Queens Cross Church. Moira : 01224 648475 e: moira.chicometrics@ gmail.com www.moirayogaaberdeen.co.uk Yoga with Deborah Thompson Wed7-8pm. Tel: 07821704826, Cults Kirk Church Hall on Quarry Road, Cults, deborahthompsonyoga@gmail.com Yoga classes - Experienced Iyengar Teacher. Classes Mon 9.30-11 a.m, & Tues 6.30-8 p.m. Peterculter throughout Summer and Wed 6.30-8 p.m. South Holburn Church to restart 12 Sept. fionabochel@gmail.com & fionabochelyoga.wordpress.com Zumba with Sharon Wednesday 7.30 - 8.30 At Broomhill Activity Centre 197 Broomhill Road AB10 7LN Contact - 07578299963 Shaggy225@hotmail.co.uk

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These thieves are operating when people are in their homes, on the off chance that the front door has not been locked and keys are handy to grab. I was targeted at 4pm on a Sunday afternoon.

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Submissions close on 30 September 2018.

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