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Well I’ve been very busy since I last spoke to you.

I had a clan gathering at the 4th Room Lounge at Kingswells. Had the best buffet ever, thank you Julie and George and met and introduced lots of long lost relatives. Being part of the Pushing out The Boat Production Team I went to the Phoenix Hall at Newton Dee for the launch last weekend. What an amazing venue! It was lovely to meet the authors, poets and artists who make the yearly magazine what it is. Priced at only £6 it really is exceptional value for money! I have copies for sale, just email me and I’ll arrange to come and drop one off with you. A great little stocking filler!

I of course enjoy my dancing, and there is a lovely offer if you want to give Ceroc a try see page three and cut out the article and bring it along to your first class at any of the venues. What dance classes are screaming out for are “MEN”! The ladies of Aberdeen need you. You can be any age, shape, ability, tuck your pride in your back pocket, have a whisky before you come in for Dutch courage if needed and don’t forget your sense of humour.

I can guarantee that the first few classes will be frustrating and you will think you “can’t” do it but keep going until at least class six as suddenly you’ll find “you can do it”. From that point on you will want to learn more and more. The other class I attend is West Coast Swing, held at the Northern Hotel Ballroom on a Wednesday evening from 8pm

til 10pm beginner’s class from 8pm. This is more technical but very, very addictive. So if there are any men out there who are fed-up of gardening, golfing, fishing, the pub, then come along and give dancing a shot. It’ll keep you fit. You’ll make new friends. You’ll be able to show off at your work’s party and women love a man that can dance!

There are loads of other dance classes all over Aberdeen from Ballet to Ceilidh something for everyone.

This issue of the magazine is the first of our bimonthlies. So our next magazine will be November and December which is ideal for promoting your Christmas offerings to our readers. We would love to have some of your products on show in our annual LOCAL Christmas Gift Guide so please send in a snapshot of some items, tell us the price, where we can buy and let’s get everyone shopping locally this year. All adverts, products, articles, requests, events needed by 20 October.

Go and re-fill your cuppa and enjoy the rest of the magazine.

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Strictly Come Ceroc Want to have fun, meet new people and get fit all in one night? Well now is your chance to do just that. Ceroc the modern jive phenomena as seen on Strictly Come Dancing - has arrived in Westhill! Weekly classes are held at The Holiday Inn every Monday starting at 7.30pm.

Ceroc is a fusion of jive and salsa without the complicated footwork. Danced in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere to chart music, it creates the perfect night out. Though a partner dance, there is no need to bring one! Each routine is broken down so the class rotates every few moves, this way you dance with a new person about every 3 minutes! The perfect way to socialise!

“Ceroc offers so many different things to so many different people,” says Lorna Baker the woman who brought Ceroc to Westhill. “ Some people want to lose weight, increase their social circle or simply try something new, what’s great about Ceroc is that it can offer all of these and more! Ceroc is about having a great night out with no pressure in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.”

Ceroc has also been given the thumbs up by the British Heart Foundation.

“Ceroc dancing can be very beneficial for your health,” says Belinda Linden, Cardiac Nurse Adviser, “as it is easy to build into your weekly routine thereby maintaining a healthy weight, preventing high blood pressure and improving cholesterol levels and thereby reducing the risk of heart disease.”

Weight Watchers has also seen the benefit of Ceroc adding a night at Ceroc to their exercise points system. Just 15 minutes of Ceroc can earn you 2 extra points, that’s 24 points for one night of dancing!

So to strut your funky stuff on the dance floor make sure you head to The Holiday Inn, Westhill every Monday, The Albyn on a Wednesday or The Station Hotel on a Thursday.

For more info call on 07813 269 372 or log onto our website www.cerocscotland.com

To ensure you have no excuses not to come simply bring this article along to your local Ceroc venue and get your first class free incl free membership to Ceroc for life!

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Antoinette Jewellery & Accessories (no.16) -

Created by Sheena Antoinette Seago, a fine art graduate turned designer/maker, her pieces have developed from straight forward laser cut designs to up-cycled, cast resin and unusual mixed media pieces.

Jewellery prices range from £5 - £40 Antoinette 2 £20 = Piggy Cameo Necklace, Antoinette 4 £12 = Blue bird and Aqua bird stud earrings

Hazey Designs by Hazel Morrison (no.139) - Hazel uses a

mix of sterling and fine silver to create her jewellery, beautiful freshwater pearls add accents of colour in her limited edition collections and one-off pieces.

Jewellery prices range from £20 - £50 Hazey Design £26, bloom freshwater pearl earrings,

Doreen Bothwell (no.45) - Doreen has exhibited her work

throughout Scotland. Her work focuses on contemporary landscapes using mixed media techniques where colour, composition and textures are paramount.

Unframed mounted pieces to framed work, prices range from £45 - £180.

Doreen Bothwell Green Onions = £180 (framed original), Doreen Bothwell Wild things = £180 (framed original)

Kirsten Mackie (no.174) - Inspired

by the Art Deco and Victorian eras Kirsten uses Sterling silver and precious stones to create her unique jewellery.

Jewellery prices range from £65 - £100 kirsten mackie Amethyst £65, sterling silver and amethyst earrings, Kirsten Mackie Blue Topaz £95, sterling silver locket with blue topaz

Hazey Design £36, Peridot and silver circle necklace

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Rebecca E. Patterson (no.221) -

Rebecca uses mixed media, collage and photographic techniques in her work, inspired by our recognition of places, buildings and the familiarity they provoke.

Prices range from £50 £300 Rebecca E Patterson The owls and the pussycats went to see, collaged artwork, Rebecca E Patterson 2, collaged artwork

Angela Thouless (no.293) - Mainly

working on canvas, Angela’s paintings celebrate the patterns, textures and surfaces of the urban experience and how these change from day to night.

Original paintings prices range from £50 - £100.

Angela Thouless – fast moving traffic 1, painting on canvas, Angela Thouless – pastel lights, painting on canvas

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PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy) is a rare condition but deadly. It's a progressive and uncurable degeneration of the nerve cells in the brain. It is very difficult to diagnose, often initially diagnosed as Parkinson's, stroke, brain tumour and Alzheimer's. As it progresses there are increasing problems including swallowing, slurred speech, recurrent falls, irratibility and apathy, slowness of response and severe difficulties with walking, and it becomes increasing difficult to look up or down, and incontinence. The average life expectancy is around seven years from the onset. There is no cure.

Research into the prevalence of the disease suggests that there around 4,000 people in the UK living with the condition at any one time but neurologists believe the figure could be as high as 10,000.

I first got to know about this disease when the partner of a friend of mine was finally diagnosed with it and therefore I know how devastating it is for the patient, the family and the carer (the enormous burden on the carer).

She has set up a PSP Support Group in Aberdeen which is open to all, past carers, or for people who wish to raise funds and awareness of the condition. Information is available on http://www.pspassociation.org.uk/event/ aberdeen-support-group/

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Lee Donald has just completed what's probably the toughest event on the planet 'Tough Mudder' which took place in August at Dalkeith. But prior to going - she got married and moved house!

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Method Preheat the oven to 200C/400F/ Gas Mark 6. Place the oil in a large non-stick roasting tin and heat in the oven for 5 minutes.

Add the potatoes to the tin and toss to coat in the hot oil. Roast for 20 minutes, turning once.

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Mediterranean Fish Bake This is a great one-pan dish full of fresh flavour. Monkfish is quite pricey but the meaty flesh is delicious and bakes really well, however you can replace it with cod loin, salmon steaks or thick pieces of haddock fillet if you prefer. Serve with a green salad and warmed ciabatta bread to mop up all the lovely herb and lemon flavoured pan juices.

Ready in 50 minutes Serves 4

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2 tbsp olive oil (choose a good quality fruity one) 350g small new potatoes, halved 1 red pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks 1 yellow pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks 1 green pepper, deseeded and cut into chunks 225g small plum tomatoes, halved 4 monkfish fillets (each weighing about 150g) 50g butter, softened Pared rind and juice from 1 small lemon, plus extra wedges to serve • 1 tbsp fresh chopped oregano • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

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Dot the butter over the fish fillets and sprinkle over the lemon rind, juice and oregano. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and roast for a further 5-10 minutes until the fish is just cooked through and the potatoes and peppers are tender.

Slice each monkfish fillet and arrange with the potatoes, peppers and tomatoes on four warmed serving plates. Spoon over the pan juices and serve immediately with lemon wedges.

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It may be possible to add a second storey for a new bedroom or bathroom on the first floor, too.

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Cons Not every loft has the headroom or enough useable space. More difficult and expensive if your roof isn’t traditionally built.

Regulations As for extensions.

3. Convert the cellar Pros Turn a cellar into family living space, a useful utility area, a home office or even a self-contained annexe, without altering the outside of your home.

Cons Often more expensive, per square metre, than other ways of creating extra space. Can be difficult to get enough headroom and light into the new room.

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In both cases you must comply with Building Regulations.

4. Add a conservatory Pros Adds extra living space and brings the garden into your home. Relatively inexpensive.

Cons A poorly built conservatory can be too hot in summer, freezing cold in winter and full of condensation. Takes space from your garden.

Regulations Many conservatories are exempt from planning permission and building regulations, but check with your local planning department first.

5. Build a room in the garden Pros The building work will hardly bother you.

Cons Not suitable for small gardens. Could look like a shed, security is an issue, and if not properly insulated it will be too cold to use in winter.

Regulations A simple garden room may be exempt from planning permission and Building Regulations, but if it’s laid on permanent foundations and connected to mains power, water and sewerage, you’ll need both.

6. Divide a room into two Pros Carving up a large space to add another room is useful and can add value, even though you’re not actually creating any extra space.

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Regulations Planning permission is not usually needed, but Building Regulations apply to new walls, doors, windows and electrical work.

7. Put in an ensuite Pros Loved by buyers. Can be fitted into quite a small space.

Cons Installing an ensuite at the expense of a bedroom could knock your property’s value.

Regulations Planning permission isn’t usually needed, but Building Regulations approval is.

8. Build on top of your garage Pros A first floor extension on top loses no garden space and is often relatively easy.

Cons Foundations may not be strong enough, so the garage will have to be underpinned.

Regulations You’ll need planning permission and Building Regulations.

9. Convert your understairs space Pros Turns a poorly used area into a valuable extra room – perfect for a ground-floor loo, an

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extra shower room or a study area.

Cons You’ll have to find extra space to store that under-stairs stuff. If putting in a loo or bathroom, ventilation and connecting to drainage may be a problem.

Regulations Building Regulations approval is necessary if you’re installing a bathroom.

10. Convert your garage Pros It’s a relatively straightforward job to turn it into a valuable indoor space.

Cons Foundations may need strengthening.

Avoid if you live in an area where parking is at a premium.

Regulations Planning permission is not usually required, but Building Regulations approval is.

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Classes run from August through to June.

Cost £50 per year.

Tutor session once a month, additional cost £6 per session. Phone: 07597 126739 email northernartsclub8@gmail.com Wednesday Afternoon Painting Class led by Charlotte Campbell September through to December - Time 1.30pm - 3.30pm - Cost £6 per class.

Suitable for all abilities, using any water based paints. Bring your own materials.

Phone: 07875 124901 Evening Oil Painting Classes with Artist Ian Thomson Still Life - Wednesday 4th September to 9th October - 7pm - 9pm Portraiture in oils -Wednesday 30th October to 4th December - 7pm - 9pm Suitable for beginners and intermediate

but all levels welcome. Participants need to bring their own materials but additional advise will be given regards supports, grounds etc.

For more information email: icanpaintyou@gmail.com or the club.

Drop in Class - Friday 10-12noon Come along and draw or paint on self led projects. Classes run continuously from August through to June. Cost £50 per year.

Phone: 07597 126739 email northernartsclub8@gmail.com The Friday Sketch Club with Artist Ian Smart - 10-12noon This class is open to anyone looking for the time and space to learn to draw or just enjoy the creative process.

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expect it to wash out after approximately 18 to 20 washes – and remember, although permanent colours have a lot more staying power, they are much harsher on your hair, so if it is in bad condition, stick to a semipermanent dye.

What colour is your hair?

Reds are notoriously difficult to maintain.

If you have a red hue then you will have to be prepared to colour your hair more frequently.

Reds fade fast; washing, blow-drying, styling, sunlight and chlorine all contribute to your colour fading quickly. Don’t despair however as there are specialist shampoos designed for red colours that can help.

Beauty Hair Q & A - Having a bad hair day? Don’t worry, we’re here to help.

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Q. I spend a lot of money each month on my salon colour but it seems to fade very quickly. I want it to stay looking vibrant for longer; what can I do?

A. Check whether your colour is permanent or semipermanent. Many women visit the salon and don’t know which dye is being applied to their hair. If it is permanent, the colour will stay in until it is cut out or re-coloured, however if it is a semi-permanent dye then you should Please do mention the gazette when responding to advertisers - thank you

After having your hair coloured wait at least 48 hours before washing to protect your new shade - this extra time will allow the colour to settle. Always wash your locks with water at a cool temperature because hot water opens the cuticles on the hair shaft, allowing dye to escape - cooler water will give your colour more longevity.

Avoid clarifying shampoos - these are products which are designed to deep clean the hair. Not surprisingly they also strip out colour

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causing it to fade fast. Always buy shampoo and conditioner which is specifically designed for coloured hair because they are formulated without the harsh chemicals that are responsible for stripping out colour.

If you have a holiday in the sun planned, pack hair products with SPF protection and UV filters to protect against the sun’s rays. If you are in the pool, keep your hair out of the water, or coat it in conditioner before you take a swim.

Q. No matter what I do with my hair it always ends up looking flat. How can I inject some volume?

A. Use a volumising product on your roots when your hair is damp. Tip your head upside down to blow-dry until your hair is nearly dry, then flip your head back and use a round brush with a metal barrel to add lift and volume throughout the top sections. Think carefully about your hair colour as one all-over colour can make your hair look flatter; choose highlights in several shades to create more interest and give the illusion of a thicker, fuller and more voluminous mane.

Q. My hair is really frizzy; what can I do to make it look shinier and smoother?

A. Fight frizz by using a deep conditioning treatment every time you wash your hair.

Remember to apply it to the lengths and ends only to avoid greasy-looking roots. Before you dry your locks, apply a serum or oil, section off your locks and direct your hairdryer’s

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nozzle downwards as you dry, to create a smooth finish. If you are still finding that your style is frizzy when you have finished, add a little more oil or serum.

Q. My hair looks damaged, dry and dull.

I have been using straighteners on my long hair every day for some time - are they to blame?

A. Yes. Any heat styling - straightening, curling, blow-drying - can have a damaging effect, especially on long hair styles. Heat tools dry out the lengths and ends of hair leaving locks looking frazzled. Although we all depend on them to create the looks we want for our hair, it is important not to over-use them. Always use a good quality heat protection spray before blow-drying, straightening or curling. Try to leave hair to dry naturally when you can and always deep-condition your mane.

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CODEWORD Each letter in this puzzle is represented by a different number between 1 and 26.

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Music Theatre Live Entertainment September

illusion in Principles and Deceptions, in Dancers with Piper Pamela Whyte, Turriff & The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, District Pipe Band, and James Alexander & The Aberdeen, at 7pm. Tickets £12 Reel Ceilidh Band, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen Monday to Saturday, September 16 to at 7.30pm. Tickets £22 Monday, September 30: A compelling and 21: The West End’s favourite musical comedy entertaining evening with bushcraft authority Monday to Saturday, September 23 to Hairspray, starring Mark Benton (Waterloo and survival expert Ray Mears, in the Music 28: Now in its eighth year, the Agatha Christie Road, Early Doors) and Edna Turnblad and Hall, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. Tickets £23.50 Theatre Company present a thrilling production Lucy Benjamin (Eastenders) as scheming TV to £26 of the Queen of Crime’s classic Go Back for executive Velma Von Tussle, in His Majesty’s Murder, with an all-star cast including Liza Monday, September 30 and Tuesday, Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm, with 2pm Goddard, Robert Duncan and Sophie Ward in October 1: Random Accomplice presents, The Thursday and 2.30pm Saturday matinees.

His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm, Incredible Adventures of See-Thru Sam, the Tickets £17 to £55 with 2pm Thursday and 2.30pm Saturday 2012 performance nominated for two Critics Wednesday, September 18: Well-versed matinees. Tickets £17.50 to £32.50 Awards for Theatre in Scotland, telling the in the art of creative mayhem Mark Thomas story of an ordinary boy whose extraordinary Tuesday, September 24: Star of Sky Living’s returns to what he does best in his new show life falls apart after the death of his parents, Psychic Sally on the Road, Sally Morgan, in the 100 Acts of Minor Dissent – mischief and in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Music Hall, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. Tickets £23 joyously bad behaviour with a purpose, in Aberdeen, at 7pm. Ahe 14+ (contains some Thursday, September 26: With a partnership The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, strong language) and tickets £12 and friendship which has spanned 24 years, Aly Aberdeen, doors at 7pm. Tickets £15 Monday, September 30 to Saturday, Bain and Phil Cunningham showcase the talent Thursday, September 19: Tortoise in a October 5: Multi-award winning rock and roll and dedication to their music which has earned Nutshell in co-production with Cumbernauld show Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story charts the them both the title of Dr and the honour of an Theatre present Feral, an innovative piece of legendary singer from his meteoric rise to fame MBE, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. visual theatre that combines puppetry, film to his final famous performance at The Surf Tickets £18 and live sound to create and destroy a world in Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, in His Majesty’s Friday, September 27: Time Travelling front of its audience’s eyes, in The Lemon Tree Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm Monday to Magicians Morgan & West bring a show Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm.

Thursday, at 5.30pm and 8.30pm on Friday and brimming over with baffling magic, Age 13+ and tickets £12 at 2.30pm and 7.30pm on Saturday. Tickets unparalleled precognitive powers and an Saturday, September 21: Seventy-five £12.50 to £32.50 ability to travel through time, in The Lemon minute behind-the-scenes tour at Aberdeen’s Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at iconic Edwardian landmark, His Majesty’s 7pm. Tickets £12 Theatre, in HMT at 10.30am. Tickets £5 (£3 Friday, September 27: With cellist Alisa concession) Monday, September 30 to Saturday, October 5: Weilerstein and conductor Donald Runnicles, Saturday, September 21: 2012 Winner Multi-award winning rock and roll show Buddy BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra present a Fringe First Award, Edinburgh Festival Fringe, – The Buddy Holly Story charts the legendary programme which includes Berlioz’s Overture: Educating Ronnie, created by Joe Douglas and singer from his meteoric rise to fame to Le Corsaire; Elgar’s Cello Concerto and Gareth Nicholls and produced by Macrobert his final famous performance at The Surf Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No.4, in the Music and Utter, an astonishing true story performed Ballroom in Clear Lake, Iowa, in His Majesty’s Hall, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm. Tickets £10 to by the man himself, exploring the murky Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm from Monday to £20.50 processes behind bettering oneself in Uganda, Thursday, at 5.30pm and 8.30pm on Friday and Saturday, September 28: Seventy-five in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, at 2.30pm and 7.30pm on Saturday. minute behind-the-scenes tours at Aberdeen’s Aberdeen, at 7pm. Tickets £12 Monday, September 30 to Tuesday, October 1: iconic Edwardian landmark, His Majesty’s Saturday, September 21: Continuing Random Accomplice presents The Incredible Theatre, in HMT at 10.30am and 11.30am.

Aberdeen’s tradition of large and horny soul Adventures of See Thru Sam, the heartbreaking Tickets £5 (£3 concession) and funk tribute bands, Funk Connection, with story of an ordinary boy whose extraordinary Saturday, September 28: A self-confessed a 10 piece line-up and performing numbers life falls apart after his parents’ death, in miserable old git, comedian Ed Byrne in his drawn from Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5 The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, new show Roaring Forties embraces middle and James Brown to The Temptations, Sister Aberdeen, at 7pm. age with his clarion cry – ‘I am in my forties, Sledge and Chic, in The Lemon Tree Lounge, Wednesday, October 2: The group that hear me roar!’ , in the Music Hall, Aberdeen, at West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. spawned a thousand ukulele orchestra and 8pm. Tickets £23.50 Tickets £10 inspired millions of players, Ukulele Orchestra Sunday, September 29: Star of Penn & Teller: Saturday, September 21: Gibson Ross of Great Britain, with their funny, footFool Us, Dirty Tricks, Monkey Magic, Psychic Promotions presents Saturday Night at stomping, toe-tapping, all-plucking obituary Secrets Revealed with Derren Brown, and the the Auld Meal Mill, an evening of Scottish of rock ‘n roll, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at darkly twisted Jerry@Trick sketch show with traditional music, song, dance and comedy 7.30pm.

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Wednesday, October 2: Making his muchanticipated debut tour on the road, comedian Tuesday, October 8: Performing some new Matt Richardson: Hometown Hero, in The material from her 10th studio album Crown Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Electric, Kathryn Williams, in The Lemon Tree Aberdeen, at 7pm.

Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, Wednesday to Saturday, October 2 to 5: doors at 7.30pm.

Conceived and directed by Caro Bissett with Wednesday, October 9: As part of Aberdeen text by Stef Smith, the Olivier Award winning Performing Arts’ Culture Café, one of production, Roadkill, which begins on a bus Scotland’s finest and best-loved writers where the audience accompany young Mary William McIlvanney returns to Aberdeen for a and her ‘auntie’ to a new home, having just lunchtime session talking about and reading arrived from Nigeria, in The Lemon Tree Studio, from his work in the Music Hall, Aberdeen West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm, with at 1pm.

11am performances on Thursday and Friday Wednesday, October 9: Eve Ensler’s hilarious and a 2pm matinee on Saturday.

Broadway and West End smash hit The Vagina Thursday, October 3: Must Be The Music (Sky Monologues, featuring Hollie-Jay Bowes TV) winner and emerging talent Emma’s (Hollyoaks), Terri Dwyer (Hollyoaks, Grange Imagination, in The Lemon Tree Lounge Hill, Loose Women) and Diane Keen (Doctors, (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors Ruth Rendell Mysteries) in His Majesty’s at 8pm.

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Thursday, October 3: Low key stand-up Wednesday, October 9: With his innate talent from an angular young man, James Acaster: for writing and performing foot-stomping Lawnmower, on his third UK tour, in The songs with more tender ballads, Seth Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Lakeman, with special guest Lisbee Stainton, Aberdeen, at 8pm (recommended 14+). in The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Friday, October 4: Catherine Wheels Theatre Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

Company presents Lifeboat, the story of two Thursday, October 10: Australian Emily Barker women who survive the torpedoed sinking with her band The Red Clay Halo blend of a ship crossing from Liverpool to Canada as classical, rock, country and folk influence to teenagers and remain firm friends for 60 years, stunning effect, in The Lemon Tree Lounge in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors Aberdeen, at 7pm. at 7.30pm.

Saturday, October 5: As part of their Northern Friday, October 11: An evening of traditional Arc Sessions, Aberdeen Performing Arts Scottish dancing with North-east ceilidh band, present Grammy Award winning Cape Breton Danse McCabre in the Music Hall, Aberdeen fiddler Natalie MacMaster with acclaimed at 8pm.

North-east fiddler Paul Anderson and the Friday, October 11: APA and DanceLive dynamic Old Blind Dogs in a Tribute to James present the DanceLive Festival Launch: Scott Skinner in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at Insights Showcase, featuring the work of 7.30pm. recent graduates within dance, choreography, Saturday, October 5: The 14-legged groove physical theatre and performing arts, in The machine that is The Chandeliers and Target 5 Lemon Tree Lounge and Studio, West North play the best in classic soul, ska, blues and rook Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm. ‘n roll, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), Saturday, October 12: Sadler’s Wells associate West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm. artist and dance theatre choreographer Jasmin Saturday, October 5: After her smash-hit, Vardimon presents Yesterday, a retrospective sell-out Edinburgh show, comedian, singer work created to mark her company’s 10th and musician Vikki Stone on her debut UK tour, anniversary, in His Majesty’s Theatre, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Aberdeen, at 7pm.

Saturday, October 12: With music director Saturday and Sunday, October 5 and 6: Scottish Alexander Janiczek and pianist Llŷr Williams, Opera presents Sensory O, rich in sound, Scottish Chamber Orchestra present Vienna rhythm and music to introduce toddlers to live to Prague with music by Dvořák, Mozart performance in a fun, engaging environment, and Janáček, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, 7.30pm.

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Saturday, October 12: Fat Hippy Records presents legendary Polish metal singer Gregorz Kupczyk’s CETI with support from label mates Thrashist Regime, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

Sunday, October 13: After a six-year absence from stand-up, comedian Jack Dee is back on the road turning grumpiness into an art form, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 8pm.

Tuesday, October 15: The extraordinary 18-year-old Scottish singer/songwriter Nina Nesbitt, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

Tuesday, October 15: APA and DanceLive present Within This Dust: Smallpetitklein, a stunning blend of beautiful movement and subtle storytelling, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm.

Wednesday, October 16: Scottish Dance Theatre presents Innocence, a unique playroom performance inviting children up to seven years old (and their adults) to explore the world of William Blake’s imagination, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 2pm.

Wednesday to Sunday, October 16 to 20: After two sell-out seasons at London’s Royal Festival Hall, the multi-award winning international theatrical sensation Slava’s Snowshow, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm, with 2pm Thursday and 2.30pm Saturday and Sunday matinees.

Thursday, October 17: The Chris and Pui Roadshow sees the CBeebies’ favourite double act bring songs, rhymes, comedy sketches and more family fun to the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 11am and 2pm.

Thursday, October 17: Returning to their perch as one of the key bands of the last-00s indie-rock boom with a new album The Pigeon Detectives, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm.

Thursday, October 17: APA and DanceLive present a triple bill of vibrant new work commissioned for a fresh young inclusive dance quartet, Triple Bill: Indepen-dance, creating inspirational and challenging dance, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm.

Friday, October 18: An evening of traditional Scottish dancing with North-east ceilidh band, Clachan Yell in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 8pm.

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Friday, October 18: Witty, acerbic, magniloquent Frenchman and laughtermerchant Marcel Lucont: Gallic Symbol, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm.

Friday, October 18: APA and DanceLive present Record of Events/Threshold: Joss Arnott Dance with a mesmerizing cast of alpha females choreographed to perfection, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm.

Saturday, October 19: With his refreshingly laid-back and unconventional ethos on life, funnyman Tom Stade: Totally Rocks, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm.

Saturday, October 19 APA and DanceLive present Corporalis, by the Retina Dance Company featuring their trademark physicality in a dynamic environment, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm.

Sunday, October 20: Major players in the 60s British Pop Revolution, The Hollies hallmark vocal harmony has not wavered throughout 50 years of continuous touring, performing and recording, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm.

Monday, October 21: Scottish Ensemble present Britain vs Germany, with music

by Walton, Leopold Hurt, Martin Suckling and Brahms, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm.

Tuesday, October 22: With one of the most fertile comic minds in Britain, funnyman Sean Lock brings his hilarious new stand-up show Purple Van Man to the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 8pm.

Tuesday, October 22: Theatre Ad Infinitum, in association with Luminate Festival and DanceLive, presents Translunar Paradise, a journey of life, death and enduring love, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Tuesday to Saturday, October 22 to 26: The Birmingham Stage Company presents Roald Dahl’s amazing story, James and the Giant Peach, the tale of a young boy, his revolting aunts and the most incredible adventure of a lifetime, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7pm, with 2.30pm Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday matinees.

Tuesday to Saturday, October 22 to 30: As part of Aberdeen performing Arts and Glasgow Lunchtime Theatre’s A Play, a Pie and a Pint

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series, Lesley Hart’s Saint One, tells a tale of a Stonehaven chip shop, a local news man, a schoolgirl and a woman who thinks she’s Billy Connolly , in The Lemon Tree Lounge, West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 6pm Tuesday to Friday and 1pm on Saturday.

Wednesday, October 23: APA and DanceLive present an intimate musical performance seen through the eyes of a mother from the acclaimed Barrowland Ballet, Tiger, for ages 14+, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm.

Wednesday, October 23: As part of DanceLive, Barrowland Ballet presents Tiger Tale, an intimate musical performance for ages six plus, as seen through the eyes of young daughter Poppy, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 2.30pm.

Thursday, October 24: APA and DanceLive present new work by emerging artists and locally-based choreographers and dancers, East Coast Moves: City Moves Dance Agency, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm.

Friday, October 25: Pre-concert talk with award-winning Russian pianist Denis Kozhukhin about his approach to performing one of the great piano concertos, before performing with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 6.30pm. Free to ticket holders.

Friday, October 25: With conductor Thomas Dausgaard and pianist Denis Kozhukhin, BBC Scottish Symphony present Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No2, with Sibelius’s Finlandia and Nielsen’s Symphony No4 (The Inextinguishable), in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 7.30pm. Tickets from boxofficeaberdeen.com or tel 01224 641122 The orchestra invite the audience to stay on after their main concert performance to hear Denis Kozhukhin’s sublime rendition of Franz Liszt’s Bénédiction du Dieu dans la soliture. Free.

Friday, October 25: As part of the Sound festival and in association with the University of Aberdeen, one of the best formations devoted to classical Arab music, Al-Kindie Ensemble, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 8pm.

Saturday, October 26: Musicians, whether experienced amateurs or complete novices, are invited to take part in a free workshop and unique performance with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, in the Music Hall,

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Saturday, October 26: APA and DanceLive present a UK premiere by David Hughes Dance, Something Old, Something New . . . for fans of classical ballet, modern dance and storytelling, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm.

Sunday, October 27: In Paul Merton’s Impro Chums, one of the UK’s best-loved performers and his world renowned impro pals Mike McShane, Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster create a new an unique comedy show based entirely on suggestions from the audience, in the Music Hall, Aberdeen at 8pm.

Sunday, October 27: Playing all the A sides of their 1992 Hit Parade along with other landmark works, The Wedding Present, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (standing), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7pm.

Tuesday, October 29: Scottish Dance Theatre presents Second Coming/Winter, Again, two contrasting and bold new works by internationally-acclaimed choreographers Victor Quijada from Montreal and Jo Strømgren from Norway in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Wednesday, October 30: German comedy ambassador Henning Wehn: Henning Knows Bestest, shares the fountain of his knowledge, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, at 8pm.

Wednesday, October 30: APA and DanceLive present Fabric: Duka Dance, a trio of dancers joined by a storyteller and musician telling the story of a woman’s life and tales hoarded on a length of cloth, in The Lemon Tree Studio, West North Street, Aberdeen, at 7pm.

Thursday, October 31: Scottish Opera presents Mozart’s Don Giovanni, with Cardiff Singer of the World Audience Prize winner Jacques Imbrailo in the title role, alongside Péter Kálmán, Susan Gritton and beloved Scottish soprano Lisa Milne, in His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, at 7.30pm.

Thursday, October 31: As part of the Sound festival, and in association with Jazz at the Blue Lamp, Wizniewski/Stevenson: New Focus, as fellow Scots saxophonist Konrad Wizniewski and pianist/arranger Euan Stevenson launch their new musical adventure combining trad jazz and string quartets, in The Lemon Tree Lounge (seated), West North Street, Aberdeen, doors at 7.30pm. e : gazette@fsmail.net

community clubs & groups

adult groups Keep Fit Class, the Swedish Way! With Friskis and Svettis Medium jympa class, Mondays 5.30pm at Queens Cross Church hall Fitness, flexibility and strength- an all round workout to great music! No need to book, just turn up and have fun while exercising For more info contact Kirsty on 07711825614 or visit fsaberdeen.co.uk Mannofield Church Hill Walking Club Monthly trips to the Cairngorms. New members welcome. Contact Peter Stewart for a programme. 313721 or p.stewart1@btinternet.com .

Rubislaw Church Centre Fountainhall Road/Beaconsfield Place Open Monday - Friday morning for teas, coffees etc Full access and facilities for those with disabilities Rooms available for hire - contact 645477 www.rubislawchurch.org.uk Jog Scotland Meets at RGU Sport Garthdee Road Wed 6pm Contact Mandy 322158 Jog Scotland - Airyhall Meets outside Airyhall Community Centre Tuesday 7pm. Contact Julie 325 830 or www.jogscotland-airyhall.co.uk Rotary club of Aberdeen St. Nicholas At present we are canvassing for new members,we are a very friendly club who meet for lunch,friendship and business every Monday 12.45 for1.00 pm at the Northern Hotel.If you are interested you are welcome to join us any Monday lunch time. If you would like to find out more click on to rotary 1010.co.uk select clubs and go to Aberdeen St. Nicholas or telephone Ernie on 641299/312493.

Airyhall Badminton Group Meets weekly at Airyhall Community Centre on Mondays 8pm to 10pm. All welcome. Annual Fee £7.00 and nightly fee £1.00. Contact David 01224 321301 e mail david@david143.wanadoo.co.uk or pop along on the night.

Hatha Yoga Suitable for all. Tuesday 17.45 – 18.45, AYC, 8 Bon Accord Sq Wednesday 10.15 – 11.45 Thursday 10.00 – 11.30 Queens Cross Church, Tel Moira 648475 or email moira.chicometrics@gmail.com Registered Yoga Scotland teacher www.moirayogaaberdeen.co.uk Craigiebuckler Seniors Club Criagiebuckler Church Hall, 1st Wed of every month 2-4pm speakers/entertainment/ teas/coffees £2 per person, all‘seniors’welcome Woodend Bridge Club @ Woodend Bowling Club Bridge on Mon evening, Tue evening and Friday afternoons. Ample free parking. Contact Chris Blunt 317298 Craigiebuckler & Seafield Community Council craigden10@live.com We will discuss issues affecting our community and decide on strategies for resolving them. 7.30pm in Craigiebuckler Parish Church hall Friskiis & Svettis Exercise Class Senior Basic : Monday 9.50 Friday 10am £2.50 per class. Drop in - come as often as you like. Cairncry Community Centre Tel : Gunilla - 319377 Italian Classes for Beginners to Advanced in Cults at Hillview Community Church and Cults Academy Tuesday, Thursday and Friday – day and evening email enrica.conti@tiscali.co.uk Tel 07786827714 Morven Singers We are a 4 part Choir singing a wide variety of music. We meet in Ruthrieston Church Hall, Broomhill Road on Wed 7.30p.m. to 9.30p.m. Interested, contact Tel 07519 749 258.

Airyhall Ramblers: Over 50s Walking Group Walks fortnightly on Wednesdays, average distance 6/7 miles. Transport provided, meeting near Airyhall School at 9.15. Friendly folk, good exercise. Interested? Contact Anne Ross 314524 Exercise the fun way, the Swedish way!

Fun & effective all over body workout to lively music! Hilton Community Centre, Hilton Road. No need to book, just turn up & enjoy. Tuesday 6.30pm-7.30pm faye53@btopenworld.com No fancy keep fit gear required, just comfortable clothing & trainers, maybe a bottle of water! For further info, contact Faye 07738 786926 Westburn Lawn Tennis Club Come and play tennis on REAL GRASS courts at Westburn Park. Westburn is a small, friendly club offering both social and competitive tennis at very reasonable rates (for both adults and juniors). Courts open from SUNDAY 28 APRIL 2013 at 2pm - come and join us (free for your first visit). Membership info: Barbara Miller, (01224)635556, email: barbara@jmiller.co.uk Russian evening & daytime classes beginning late September 2012 in North Deeside area for all interests and ages. Register interest at easyrussian4u@gmail.com or ring Vilena 07778 781030 Italian Classes for Beginners & Intermediate Starting in August at Kaimhill Community Learning Italian Classes for Beginners and Intermediate PLUS Italian Cookery - All welcome - for more information 01224 209622 OR email: giuseppinaca@ fsmail.net March Hare Market marchharemarket@gmail.com 07725 591 866 Boys Brigade HQ Adult Spanish and French classes Airyhall Community Centre Experienced language teacher E-mail John at jymcl11@gmail.com or Tel: 01224 582491 Concordia String Orchestra Welcomes string players of grade VII or above. Rehearsals at Ferryhill Church every Tuesday, starting at 7.30. Please contact Dave Southwood for more details (01467 642408) Banchory Morris Men Telephone 01330 822320 Lively dancing with stick, bells, etc. (and not just English, we also do Scottish dances at Crathes Village Hall 815pm on a Tuesday.

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Tel: 07738 786926 Come along for a fun & effective workout - no need to book, just turn up. Wed 6pm-7pm Inchgarth Community Centre, Garthdee. No fancy keep fit gear required, just comfortable clothing & trainers - maybe just bring a bottle of water! contact Faye 07738 786926 Learn Italian at Pasta Plus Wednesday evenings : an informal italian language class at Pasta Plus 119 Rosemount Place, Aberdeen, Scotland Tel: 07950603477- 01224 624030 (Please call to book a space and learn of the start date) Aberdeen Gaelic Choir Enjoy harmony singing in Scotland’s traditional language. New members welcome. Knowledge of Gaelic not required. Meet every Tuesday at 7.30pm in Holburn West Church, corner of Great Western Road and Ashley Park Drive. Contact Mike on 632354/mclintockm@aol.com or e mail to aberdeengaelichoir@gmail.com

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adult groups Like walking?

Then why not join the “Seafield Walking Group”. It’s a great way of keeping fit, socialising and getting out into the countryside! For further information contact Elinor Tel. 314609.

Tango Aberdeen Argentine tango dance classes Wed & Sun evenings fm 7.30pm £6 (Conc £4) Discover the passion & elegance of Argentine Tango www.tangoaberdeen.com Granite City WRI Ruthrieston Community Centre, 536 Holburn Street, Meets 4th Wed of the month, Sept to Jun. 7pm – 9pm. All welcome: Tel: 316266 University of Third Age (U3A): Informal learning and social events for the retired and semi- retired. Tel: Pat 313442.

Monday Club tel : 01224-322946 Queen’s Cross Church Hall - Mon’s 2-4pm. Friendly games of bridge & scrabble - beginners welcome - All Ages Royal Horticultural Society Abdn tel : 781171 1st Tues in Mar @ 7.30pm Girl’s Brigade Hall, 19a Victoria St The Learig Orchestra Tel : 322617 Brian Priestley Welcomes string, brass & woodwind players of all standards to its rehearsals at Woodend Hospital on Tues at 7.30pm Old Time Dance Classes Dunbar St Hall, Old Aberdeen - 7.45pm - 10pm 1st & 3rd Tues each month £4.00 per night Tel : James Watson : 314953 Scottish Country Dancing Classes for all levels (Introductory through Social to Advanced & Demo) Classes commence w/c 23rd Sept at various venues around Aberdeen For more information check our website: www.aberdeenrscds.co.uk or call 01224 636 128 Aberdeen Chorus - Sweet Adelines Int’ Britannia Hotel, Bucksburn, Mon 7.30 - 10pm Tel: Debbie 07967629272 Silver City Blues - Masters Swimming Club Hazlehead Pool Mon 8:30-10pm, Cults Academy Tues 8:15-9:45pm, Robert Gordon University Weds 7-9pm, Cults Academy Thurs 8:30-10:00pm.

Contact: Head Coach Hilary Stewart on 07815824057 Senior Citizens Group Tues (2-4pm) Airyhall Community Centre. New members always welcome Interested, contact 318698 (sec) The City of Aberdeen Probus A club for retired businessmen & professionals which meets twice monthly (Wed. am, Sep – Jun) at Aberdeen Cricket Club. Offers a wide range of talks from interesting speakers. Other activities include occasional lunches and trips, regular walks and also bowling and golf competitions. New members welcome. Ian Struthers, Tel 314957 Airyhall Community Centre Bowling Section Meets Mon/Wed/Fri 10-12 – Fri pm 2-4 £6 for session £4 to join community centre Limited spare bowls if you don’t have your own.

Tel : 318103 (Bill Setter) Granite City Speakers Club Meet every two weeks on Friday nights at 8.0pm in Aberdeen Arts Centre, Secretary: Fred Stewart, tel 723937 Our club offers a warm friendly

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Aberdeen Kilt Kickers American Square Dance Club, Meets at WRI Hall, Cults, Beginners from September 7.30 - 9.00pm £2.50 per night Fred Gibb, Tel 486665 Woodend Bowling Club 285 King’s Gate, A. McCulloch Secretary Tel. 317317 Friendly and relaxing outdoor activity: new members welcome.

Aberdeen Gaelic Club Brings together Gaelic speakers and individuals interested in Gaelic language and culture. Gaelic language evening classes & weekend courses plus social activities. tel 0777 939 8289, e clubgaidhlig@googlemail.com or http://aberdeengaelic.wordpress.com.

Holburn West Church Tennis 12a Ashley Park South Open Apr - Oct Annual Subs & Family Membership at Bargain Prices New members always welcome Small friendly Club Sally Davis (sec) Tel. 326111 Aberdeen Bowling Club Come and join us for a game of bowls at 50 Carlton Place. Tel.643233 Woodburn Walkers Enjoy the countryside, meet new friends, keep fit – join the Woodburn Walkers. Age: 55+. Transport: Hire Bus. Fortnightly: Tues Start Point: Hazlehead Park. Time: 9am for 9.15am. Average Distance: 7 miles Tel: 323925 and 821753 Dru Yoga A soft, gentle style of exercise, Dru Yoga is suitable for all. Tues 7.00 - 8.00 pm, Jubilee Hall, South Holburn Church. Wed 10.30 - 11.30 pm, Broomhill Activity Centre. Thurs 10.00 - 11.30 am, Girlguiding 45 Victoria Street.

Telephone: Pauline 643447 Bon Accord branch – Sugarcraft Guild Meets at Rubislaw Park Care Home - Last Mon of month, 7-9pm Learn lots through demos and workshops £5 per meeting (incl refreshments) – friendly & informal group, enjoyable at all skill levels. Call Fiona Mackie on 07748 845 141 or e-mail Fionamackie118@btinternet.com Viking Hiking (Nordic Walking) One hour sessions each Thurs, Fri, Sat and Sun at 10am, Meet at Hazlehead main car park (behind the Park Restaurant). Info fm Allan Copland Tel deen 208813 Aberdeen Humanist Group Skene House Hotel, 6 Union Grove Monthly meetings for those with a secular life-stance. Interesting speakers and topics for discussion.

Tel : M Richardson - 01888-562237 Northern Arts Club 8 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen Come along to draw and paint on Wednesdays 10-12.30pm. Tutor session 1st Wed. of every month. Contact Jacqueline 586928 Life Drawing Class 8 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen Saturday morning 10-1pm Contact Ian 484040 Bridge Tuition Beginner and intermediate Thursday evening, call Margaret 868230 Room/s for hire 8 Bon Accord Square, Aberdeen Do you need a new venue for your book club/ chess club/choir/art & craft club, then contact Jacqueline 586928

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adult groups Aberdeen Tai Chi Chuan ‘88 Authentic tai chi, thorough tuition with Don Wells. Cults Church Hall, 6.30pm Wed £3.50. First class free.

Rotary Club of Aberdeen Deeside Weekly on a Wed. at 6.15pm for 6.45pm in Cults Hotel. Rotary is a Service Organisation for community and international needs putting“Service before Self”.

Take a look at www.aberdeewndeesiderotary.org.uk to see our range of activities and speakers, or come along and see what we get up to. Contact secretary Quentin Tweedie 868218 Iyengar Yoga Classes ; Tues 12 - 1pm & 1pm - 2pm at citymoves Tues 7.30 - 9.30 pm & Wed 7.15 9.15 at South Holburn Parish Church. All classes run by Fiona Bochel, Cost is £5 an hour, tel 861347 Monday Badminton Ruthrieston West Church Hall Monday’s @ 7.30pm Sorptimist International of Aberdeen is part of a worldwide organisation for women founded in 1921. We raise money for local, national and international charities. We are not a charity but a service organisation helping women especially, but also men and children through ‘awareness,action and advocacy’. We are a friendly club meeting on the 1st 1nd 3rd Wednesdays of the month. If you wish to know more - www.sigbi.org/Aberdeen or contact Marjory Smart on 646916.

Ceilidh Classes Want to get some practice in for a wedding or a Christmas party? Come along to our Ceilidh Classes! First Tuesday each month at South St Nicholas Church in Kincorth 7:30 - 9:00 - £5.00 each session. Dates: 2013: 1st Oct, 5th Nov, 3rd Dec 2014: 7th Jan, 4th Feb, 4th Mar The Rotary Club of Aberdeen St Machar meets every Thursday lunchtime at the Doubletree by Hilton on the Beach Boulevard at 12:30 for 12:45. Rotary is a world wide organisation working for communities at home and abroad. Visit our website at www.stmachar.org.uk or secretary@stmachar.org.uk Dance Fitness Class. Nia Technique For every body regardless of age, fitness level or experience. Fri 9:3010:30 am at HMT (Education Room). Enter through stage door, Lower Denburn. £8/class drop-in. Discounted block bookings (£6/class). T: 07969 676324 or niamomma2008@gmail.com. www.nianow.com/ cathy-ferris Aberdeen Philatelic Society Come along and meet us at Rubislaw Church Center on Thur 19th September or call Ian on 01224 319099 for more information.

Mile-end Gardening Club meets at the Midstocket Church Centre, 35 Midstocket Road, at 7.30 p.m. on the first Wednesday of the month from October to May with speakers, plant sales, etc. - and an outing in the summer. Annual membership is £15. If anyone is interested in joining us, please call Linda on 310342

Let’s Talk Wine ...

O is for Origin There are so many things that shape a wine and most wine drinkers will have their favourite grape or country or region.

The style of the wine can change by crossing the road to a different vineyard. The grape has its flavour profile which can be influenced by the soil and it’s make up and environment, the French term is ‘terroir’.

The angle of the vineyards and sun exposure of the vines will affect the ripeness, flavour and acidity levels. The nurturing of the grapes in the vineyard to produce good grapes is so important.

There is also the influence of the wine maker and his skills in the winery. In European regions, local legislation indicates permitted grapes and viticultural techniques and may also legislate on use of oak. This ensures that styles remain true to the region. Across the wine world, much research is done to match the right grape with climates and soils and regionality is also now very apparent across the wine countries of the New World.

For me wine is all about origin, I want to taste those influences that make each wine individual.

Carol Brown is an Aberdeen based Member of the Association of Wine Educators and the Circle of Wine Writers. She will be hosting a tasting of Lebanese wines in Aberdeen on 9th October and on 30th October introduces a new course to Aberdeen – Essential Wine Tasting which is a 5 week evening course.

For more information, call Carol on 01224 312076 or visit _www.wineuncorkededucation.co.uk_ (http://www.wineuncorkededucation.co.uk/)

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parent and toddler groups Mannofield Mother & Toddlers 10-1130am Mon for children aged 0-3. 10- 130am Wed for children aged 0-3.

10-11.30am Fris for children aged 0-3. Mannofield Church, Gt Western Rd All welcome - friendly, sociable groups Holburn West Mothers & Toddlers Meet on a Wed fm 0930 & Fri fm 9.45am Parent and Toddler Group Wed (not school hols) fm 9.45 - 11.15 Rubislaw church centre, beaconsfield pl NCT Bumps and Babies Queens Cross Church,Thurs fm 2 - 4pm ‘Toots’ Playgroup Airyhall Community centre 2’s Group 1 ½ to 2 ½ - Tues & Thurs 9.30 to 11.30 Playgroup 2 ½ onwards – Mon, Wed & Fri 9.15 – 11.45am airyhalltootsgroup@yahoo.co.uk Holburn West Playgroup Meet on a Wed fm 930am Babies andToddlers Mon 0945-1200 Crown Terr Methodist Church Friendly group for parents/carers of children aged 0-3 Cost £1 incl refreshments. 861209/733276 or 01330 823480 e-mail: babiesand toddlers@aberdeenmethodist.org.uk Midstocket Playgroup, Midstocket Parish Church, Harcourt Rd. 2.5 - 5 year olds. Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 09.15 - 11.45, Mon,Tues,Thurs 13.00- 15.30. Funded places available. Tel. 07542 256703 www.midstocketplaygroup.co.uk Rubislaw Playgroup Playgroup: Rubislaw Church Centre. Mon to Fri 9:15-11:45; from 30 mths to school age. Funded places available. Call 07747 830386 b/n 9:30 & 12:15 or email rubislawplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk Toddlers and 2s: Rubislaw Church Centre. Enjoy play, craft, singing and snack.

Toddlers: Up to 2 yrs; Wed 9:30-11:30 2s Group: 2 to 3 yrs; Tues 9:30-11:30. Call 07747 830386 b/n 9:30 & 12:15 or email rubislawplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk/ Messy Play Rubislaw Church Centre. Enjoy messy play for ages 2 to 5. Friday 1:30-3:00. Call 07747 830386 b/n 9:30 & 12:15 or email rubislawplaygroup@hotmail.co.uk Kids Crew Playgroup.2yrs 8mnths. Mon, Wed, Fri mornings 9.30am-12pm. Funded Places available. + Two’s Group.Wed, Thurs 9.30-11am. Both groups at Ferryhill Community Centre, Albury Road, Ferryhill. Tel : 584118.

Playgroup @ Ruthrieston Comm Centre ‘Playshed’, Holburn St Mon-Thurs 9.15-11.15. fm 2 yrs 6 mnths. £3.50 per session includes healthy snack. Call 572211 Children’s Football Tel Alison - 314669 Football for children fm age 21/2 up to P3. Held at Kingswells and Airyhall. www.aberdeenfootballfun.co.uk NCT Waddling - Toddling Mon @ St Francis of Assisi Church, Deeside Dr, Mannofield 10-11.30, drop in group for mums to be, parents & carers of babies & toddlers birth - preschool www.nct.org. uk/in-your-area/aberdeen/W2T

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Queen’s Cross Parent & Toddler Group Queens Cross Church Mon 9.30-11.30 Children 0-4 & their grown-ups are very welcome. £1.50 Gaelic Parent & Child Group Gilcomstoun Primary School Mon, Wed & Fri 9.15-11.30. You don’t have to speak Gaelic. Mairi Morley 07900 337122, e : gaelic@aberdeencity.gov.uk.

Singing Tots 6 months - 3 years old, Rubislaw Church Centre, 1 Beaconsfield Place Monday 9.30-10.00 & 10.30-11.00, Please contact 07884 041064 Toddler Time : Wed 09:15–11:15 term time. Friendly, welcoming group for parents & children aged 0-4. Cost 50 pence, inc snacks & refreshments New Life International Church, Leadside Road, AB25 1TW Michelle - 07808 932 907 Ruthrieston West Church Twos Group Fri 9.45 - 11.00 ( During term time) Age 1year 10 months + £2.50 per child per session. For more information phone Lynne on 01224 314692 Teeny Beats Fun singalong with musical instruments. Meets on a Wednesday 2pm - 3pm during term time at Rubislaw Church Centre. For children aged 0 to 5 years. £2 per session discounted rate for additional children. Further info contact Jenni Dalziel 07835852389, jennidalziel@live.co.uk The 123 Group, Craigiebuckler Church Hall, Every Thurs 2-4pm, Adult and Child group; children fm babies up to the age of 3 are all welcome. £8 per month, with lots of fun activities, crafts and healthy snacks provided for the children. email the123group@yahoo. com, or call Pamela Morrison 07762481757 Aberdeen Dolphin Swimming Club Swim School for children fm 4 years old. Lessons at Hazlehead & Hazlewood Pools.

Coaching for children who would like to train and swim competitively. Contact Louise Lindsay (membership secretary) on 596709 South Holburn Church Parent and Toddler Group E-mail: fmdfindon@aol.com Parents with babies and toddlers aged 0 - 3 are invited to join us to meet other parents ove a cup of tea or coffee and play with your child in a welcoming, child-friendly setting. Thursday mornings 9.15 - 11.15am. during school terms.

Grampian Twins club A voluntary group for parents of multiples, get together on the last Friday of every month at St Francis of Assisi church, 213 Deeside Gardens AB15 7PR. There for you during pregnancy and beyond for advice, support and a great way to meet other multiple mums in the city and shire area. www.grampiantwinsclub.co.uk Jo Jingles Music and Movement leanne.jojingles@tiscali.co.uk 07595452621 Fun and educational music classes monday/tuesday/thursday @ city centre and Wynford farm www.jojingles.com/aberdeen Rhythm Time Rhythm Time - Baby & Toddler Music Classes: Toddler & Baby Sessions, Thurs & Fri AM @ Inchgarth Community Centre. Baby Sessions, Thurs PM @ Cults Parish Church. To book a FREE trial session please contact us! Email: rhythmtimeaberdeen@gmail.com, Tel: 07716593828. www.rhythmtime.net

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Craigiebuckler Church Christmas Craft Fayre Craigiebuckler Church on Springfield Road is holding a Christmas Craft Fayre on Saturday 2nd November from 11am until 4pm. Come along and browse the wide variety of unique Christmas gifts. Other attractions include an art exhibition by local schools and a book fair.

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community clubs & groups Highland Dancing Classes Highland Classes are available at Craigiebuckler Church and Danscentre through Carolanne Sinclair . Open to all levels of experience, with beginners classes starting at aged 5 & over. Contact Carolanne directly on 07972104774 or by email at sinclair_carolanne@yahoo.com Mannofield Church on Wed afternoons.

Fun Kids Yoga Airyhall Community Centre Tues 4-4.30pm (4-7 yrs) & 4.30-5pm (8-13 yrs) Call 07967 647 220 or go to www.louisayoga.co.uk Youth Hockey Coaching Tuesday evenings 5.45pm-7.00pm from September to March for or children from P4 to S4. Coaching provided by Gordonians Hockey Club at RGC astroturf pitches on Countesswells Road. Children from all schools are welcome. More details are available at www.gordonianshockey.com GCW Hockey Club Fun sessions for all At Rubislaw Astroturf Thurs 6.30 – 7.30 pm Youth for age 10+ 7.15 – 9pm Adults Contact coach@gcwhc.co.uk 32nd Aberdeen Anchor Boys If you’re in P1, 2 or 3 and want to take part in lots of fun activities, come and join us in Craigiebuckler Church Hall on Thursday evenings 6-7.15pm.

Tel: Sarah 317827 Airyhall Choral Ensemble ACE Juniors and ACE Seniors. Both groups meet at the Airyhall Community Centre on Fridays, Juniors meet at 3.30pm & Seniors at 4.30pm. Cost: £28 per pupil for a term of eight classes. http://tutorsalliance.co.uk/Music-Lessons.php

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LEARN ITALIAN Why not join an Italian Class in Cults - Aberdeen? You can choose day or evening classes: Beginner to Advanced level.

The following classes are scheduled at present: Tuesday 9.30 – 11.30 am Advanced Tuesday 2.00 – 4.00 pm Intermediate Tuesday 7.30 – 9.30 pm Post - Intermediate Thursday 9.30 – 11.30 am Post - Intermediate Thursday 7.30 – 9.30 pm Post - Beginners Friday 9.30 – 11.30 am Beginners (starts 17th Jan 2014) new Friday 2.00 – 4.00 pm Post - Beginners Individual lessons are also available.

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Girls Brigade : Meet Tues in Queens Cross Church Hall Explorers P1-3 : 5pm-6.30pm Juniors P4-7 : 6pm-7.30pm Brigaders S1-6 : 6pm-8pm Morag Pirie 01358-742621 Girls Brigade : Are you in P1-P3? Looking for some fun? Then come and join us we meet every Thurs @ South Holburn Church, Holburn St. Tel : Lesley Bills - 01224-596596 Rainbows, Brownies, Guides tel : 01224 638685 for your nearest group Beavers, Cubs, Scouts : tel : 01224 208426 for your nearest group Boys Brigade HQ : tel : 01224 644400 for your nearest group 17th Aberdeen Cub Scouts : Thurs @ 1800h Scout Hall, Ruthrie Terr Tel Jacqui Duncan : 07703 435 251 or email : jacqui4bs@hotmail.co.uk Choi Kwang Do : Inchgarth Community Centre Garthdee Mond 4.45-5.45 Thurs 6-7pm Tel Claire - 746778 After School Bridge classes : Wed at The Bridge Club 14 Rubislaw Terrace P6-7 - Anytime fm 3.00-4.30.

S1-6 - Anytime fm 3.00-5.30, Sally Reid :322719 ATC 107 Squadron Open to new members, male & female aged 13 – 16. Also looking for enthusiastic adult staff, male & female to join the team., Prince Charles Cadet Centre, Albury Road, Ferryhill, Aberdeen Mon & Weds 19.00 - 21.30.

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Save Money by Doing Winter Things Now words by - Jasmine Brittle of Moneymagpie.com

Winter might seem like some time away but you can save money by preparing for it now. Plumbers are cheaper while the weather is warmer and there are still offers on insulation and boilers so start work now before winter arrives and the prices go up.

Switch your bills now It’s a great time to switch to a cheaper provider as the major providers typically start to increase their prices any day now, just in time for winter. Find a copy of your last gas and electricity bills, go to the energy-switching page on Moneymagpie.com and find a cheaper deal for yourself.

It’s often worth considering one of the smaller suppliers to obtain a better price. You could save up to £60 a year by moving to a smaller supplier. Sainsbury’s Energy, First Utility, Ovo Energy and The Co-Operative Energy all trumped the major suppliers for cheaper tariffs in early 2013.

If you want to stick to one of the major suppliers you may be eligible for discounted bills through the government’s ECO (Energy Company Obligation) scheme.

The ECO scheme offers heating and insulation improvements for low-income and means tested households. You’re eligible for the scheme if you receive certain benefits; see www.gov. uk/energy-company-obligation for the full list. You can apply through the Energy Saving Trust on 0300 123 1234.

Once you have switched to the best-priced deal, the next step is to make sure your home retains heat with the efficiency of an old-time dragon.

Boilers If your boiler is coming to the end of its life, now is a good time to have it replaced. Most boilers over 15 years old can be repaired to keep them working, but they will be less efficient than modern ones. Even factoring in the cost of a new boiler you could save money by replacing it now.

Also, you could receive up to £270 cashback for updating your boiler through the new government energy improvement scheme, The Green Deal Cashback Scheme.

The scheme will give you money back if you make energy efficiency improvements in your home such as installing a new boiler, having loft or cavity wall insulation done, improving heating, draught proofing, double glazing and installing renewable energy such as solar panels.

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can apply even if you are renting privately or in social housing providing the landlord can pay for installations costs.

Firstly, have a Green Deal assessment carried out on your property which will provide you with a report of what could be improved. Then agree to a quote or Green Deal plan with a Green Deal Provider. You can find them online through www. greendealorb.co.uk/consumersearch.

Once you have agreed the quote, apply for the Green Deal Cashback Voucher at www.gdcashback.decc.gov.uk. Make sure you have the work completed before the voucher expires and you’ll receive your cashback within 30 days.

Insulation Now is a great time to get up-to-date insulation as it’s a quiet period for installers. Insulation materials are also much cheaper to buy in the summer and early autumn when the demand is low, so it’s worth checking out B&Q or Homebase.

Efficient insulation can cut the cost of heating and cooling by 40%, while loft insulations save an average 20% on your energy bills annually.

Don’t forget you can also find loft insulation vouchers on websites like Groupon as well as applying for the Green Deal.

Draught-proofing Draught-proofing is one of the cheapest and most efficient ways to save energy in your home. The Energy Saving Trust claims you can save £55 a year.

You could save more money by taking the DIY route; materials should set you back around £100 while a professional might cost double this. Some older properties with single glazing will be more difficult to draught-proof however and if you are not comfortable with your DIY skills, hiring a professional could save you money in the long run. Check with your home insurance policy before carrying out work yourself to ensure that you are covered for any mishaps.

Plumbers Summer and early autumn is a slower time of year for plumbers so you could find the rates more favourable, and you’ll also be able to get the work completed quickly.

Have any pipe repairs or radiator work done now to eliminate cold spots and fix wasteful dripping taps. It’s also worth having the plumbers in just to check everything is ship shape for winter.

Moneymagpie.com has up to date information on hundreds of ways to earn a bit on the side and boost your income – and more are being added every week. There is also a wealth of information on best-buy financial products, plus heaps of articles to help you be a clever consumer and make the most of your money.

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If yes, then maybe you can help!

We are currently seeking host teachers and families to accommodate students for between 1-4 weeks in and around Aberdeen. *Teachers should be EFL or English qualified or hold a degree or national teaching qualification.*

To learn more, please contact Clare on 07787 858368 or email clare.plaister@wanadoo.fr

Did you know?

Boilers account for around 55% of what you spend in a year on energy bills. You can save as much as £310 a year by replacing it.

Fitness For Health Community Classes Monday @ Mannofield Church 10:00-10:55am—Pilates £7 (please bring a mat) 11:00-1145am—Zumba £4.20

Tuesday 4:15 –5:00pm Zumba £2, £3 & £4 @ Mannofield Church Wednesday @ Mannofield Church 12:00-1:00pm Seated Exercise £4 (OTAGO) Thursday 10:00-11:00—Exercise class £4 @ Cults WRI 12:30-1:30pm—Tai Chi FREE for People with Long Term Health Conditions @ Mannofield Church

Get in Touch:

E: laura@laurawalkerlimited.co.uk M: 07773021851 W: www.laurawalkerlimited.co.uk

Estelle Robb

Mobile Hairdresser

Relax and Be Pampered at Tips and Toes!

Introduce a friend and receive £5 off Why not book your luxury manicure or pedicure today?

Call Pauline on 07801 822 191 01224 - 323800 8 Kemnay Place, Craigiebuckler Aberdeen

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the oven valet oven cleaners

service with a sparkle*

(over 20 years experience )

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Offer Only £15!

t: 01224 319128 m: 07920 474 941

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Become a regular advertiser and pay by standing order. This page shows a ninth size ad - this size only costs £18.50 per month. Tel : 01224 949085

Busy Life? Work/Life balance not working?

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Time For You will provide properly screened and vetted domestic cleaners to complete the task that you the client requires, helping to create that balance you are seeking? Anything from clearing the ironing pile to a full house clean! aberdeen@timeforyou.co.uk

Would you like to join our team?

Excellent hourly rates available. www.timeforyou.co.uk/Home-Cleaning/Aberdeen

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Magician and Balloonist M: 07879331130 E: mrraemagic@aol.com For all your magic needs Available for: · Birthday parties · Weddings · Galas and Fayres · Ballooning · Restaurants · School Events · Charity and Fundraisers

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Piano Teacher M: 078901 48059 E: fionapianotutor@live.co.uk Fully Qualified and Experienced : • Grade 8 Distinction • DIP.MUS.ED. R.S.A.M.D.

• Royal Scottish Academy of Music & Drama

Beginners : all ages and stages welcome.

Why not refresh your bygone skills.

• Exams optional : Associated Board, Piano and Theory Grades 1-8

Reasonable rates Aberdeen City

Excellent CVs

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Professional resume design service. We write persuasive, effective, clear and concise CVs, tailored to reflect your personal skills, career experience and achievements.

Christie Wood Joinery

H : 311342

M : 07850 086241 All types of joinery work undertaken, Bathroom and Kitchen installation, Windows, doors, flooring and property maintenance.

All trades supplied.

The Aberdeen Arts Coalition are hosting Aberdeen's first ever inclusive arts festival on 20th & 21st September 2013.

The Arts Coalition are a partnership of arts and disability organisations who are working together to promote opportunities for adults with learning disabilities to realise their hopes and dreams, and to flourish within the arts.

The Festival will showcase a wide range of talented acts, featuring people with and without disabilities. Acts at the two-day Cowdray Hall festival will include Leanne Smith, Tonik, Mixit, SCAT and 5th Avenue – an eclectic mix of North-east culture , including disco, pop, jazz, blues, and Scottish traditional and new music. The festival will also showcase comedy from John Scott, along with art, film and photography exhibitions from established local artists. Satellite events will be staged in various venues in the city, including Gerry Jablonski and the Electric Band at the Lemon Tree, Dan Leckie at the Atheneum, and live comedy, art, dance and drumming workshops.

GET INclusive has been organised by the Aberdeen Arts Coalition with Aberdeen City Council, and is supported by many local and national artists and bands including world-renowned percussionist Dame Evelyn Glennie.

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Hypnotherapist Tel: 01224 321559

Jim Daniel Advanced Clinical Hypnotherapist/ Hypnohealer established 1994.

Dealing successfully with depression, lack of confidence, feelings of insecurity, panic attacks, blushing and addictive behaviour.

Children welcome. www.aberdeen-hypnotherapy.com

George Cormack Painter & Decorator T: 01224 827081 M: 07840 650 853

40yrs experience, free estimates, no job to small and no vat.

e:

gcormack@talktalk.net

Compu-Care

Call Neil 07539-462-064 PC Repairs and Upgrades Aberdeen based. Collect and return service.

New systems available. £15 ph standard pc repairs. £25ph networking/ internet.

-Dame Evelyn Glennie said: “GET INclusive aims to increase awareness and to see beyond the disability.

Projects like this have had an enormous impact on the lives of people who need to be included and given purpose".

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Are you looking for a great venue for a work’s outing as well as going out with friends and family?

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