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Dear Readers Welcome to the second of our Spring editions. Whether you need a hand with the cleaning, a garden makeover or a new roof - all our businesses are waiting to hear from you...

We are now in exam season so we’ve included some advice on coping with revision. Good luck to everyone sitting exams this summer!

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home & garden 8 classifieds 16,18 crossword 44 sudoku 48 Your Local Motors 51-58 eat, drink & be merry!

63 recipes 64-65 free time 66 community diary 70-73 music roundup 76-78 pets 79 looking good, feeling great a helping hand helping hand directory kids kids diary useful information puzzle solutions index / list of advertisers safer neighbourhoods

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It set me thinking to how it used to be back in the day when I used to work in the field as an Area Manager for a large chain of chemist (not difficult to guess who). My geographic patch was from Bournemouth to Brighton and up into South London. In the days before mobile phones an administrator from Head Office would call the stores to check I’d been in and how long I’d stayed. I didn’t question the process but very often I would leave a store knowing I hadn’t achieved what was required but knew I had to get the other store visits clocked in before 5.30pm.

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HUCKNALL TORKARD CEMETERY PT3 by Maureen Newton After the cemetery was declared open various improvements were made. Flower seeds, bulbs and plants were bought and boxes were made for withered flowers. Seats were purchased and shears bought to enable friends to cut the grass around graves if they wished. A greenhouse was erected. By April 1891 the buildings, iron palisades and gates were in need of repainting (two coats) and all the seats in the chapel were to be oak grained and varnished at a total of £8 17s. Three monkey puzzle trees were ordered in December 1891 as well as some china privet.

General maintenance was ongoing as trees were selected, dead trees were replaced and rewards posted for catching vandals. Pathways were asphalted and for the next repainting in 1897 Elias Lacey’s tender was accepted.

It is interesting to notice that the hard work and forward planning of all the people involved is still reflected in the buildings layout and planting in Hucknall cemetery. We can still enjoy the ‘china privet, monkey puzzle trees’ and other beautiful trees planted before 1900 today.

Burial Board Ledgers The Burial Board needed help to set up the cemetery and kept a list of people in a ledger.

They were needed and were paid for various reasons. A few of the early ones are noted here.

J. Wilmott – brick deliveries Wm. Barker – loads of stone J. Blagdon – horse and cart H. Lester – carting pipes Mrs. E. Walker – horse and cart J. Clay – horse carting dirt B. Drury – cart and horse working J. Tudbury – horse and cart J. Gelsthorpe, G. Holmes, S. Dale, J. Allen, H. Evans, E. White – all for work Wm. Dove – looking after drainage E. Harris – tool repairs P. Howis – blasting powder, fuses, etc.

D, Beardall – lime Wm. Hanson – repairs to watchman’s hut F. W. Buck – notice forms, ledgers, etc.

Mrs. Hanlon and Mr. Starr – for trees (Notts Archives Office Ref. DC/HT 1/10/4)

Register of Graves FIRST PAGE Name Age Interment Samuel Beardall 77 27.08.1887 Elizabeth Godfrey 36 27.08.1887 George W. Cooper 10m 02.09.1887 Kate Ashby 14w 17.09.1887 William A. Davis 14w 22.09.1887 George Huntly 22 23.09.1887 Martha Hankin 85 27.09.1887 Thomas Williams 38 06.10.1887 SECOND PAGE Elizabeth Dore 55 12.10.1887 Arthur Hesketh 18 15.10.1887 Lucy King 4m 15.11.1887 Joseph Cadwallender 4m 19.11.1887 William Allen 37 24.11.1887 John Holland 72 28.11.1887 Annice May Barker 10m 29.11.1887 John Barker 63 01.12.1887 Note. m = months w = weeks (Notts. Archives Office Ref. DC/HT 1/10/10) The grave registers for Ashfield District Council cemeteries are now online on the council website. Other records used to write the cemetery articles are Hucknall Burial Board minutes NAO Ref DC/HT 1/10/1, Notts. Free Press and Mansfield & North Notts Advertiser.

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Size M. Worn once. As new. £45. 07946 545172 Teak Drop Leaf Dining Table. £40. 07881 841384 George Foreman Lean Mean Grilling Machine. New, unused. £30. 07900 567945 Del Longhi 10L De-humidifier. Compact, variable & portable. As new. £30. 07900 567945 3 x Picnic Baskets. Single, with bottle & 2 x glasses: £10. 2 x person rucksack, fully equipped with BBQ: £20. 4 x person wicker basket inc. plates & mugs: £20 07900 567945 2 x Folding Cycles & Bags. Almost as new. £165 ono. 0115 938 4937 Wooden Piano. Free for someone to collect.

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5 2 e h T e l a T Year

Along with the Ford Mondeo, Jurassic Park and Power Rangers, last year Gary and I celebrated our 25th anniversary. Together for 25 years!!! Looking back it really is a miracle that we made it past 25 days.

Here are some of our firsts:

First met – at a night club in London on Halloween, queuing for the cloakroom at the end of the night.

Him to me: nice hot pants.

Me to him (sarcastically): whose coat you wearing? Your dads?

Him to me: my dad’s dead.

To be fair, that could have gone better.

First date – an Indian restaurant in Harrow.

After a lovely meal he tells me he’s only got a tenner. Not being funny but even 25 years ago that was never going to cover the bill. Start as you mean to go on…

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First row – this coincided with our first weekend away in a quaint cottage somewhere in Wales. All weekend I kept setting him targets (in my head, not out loud). So, I would say to myself, if he doesn’t clear the dishes and wash

up, he’s dumped. Or, if he doesn’t make me a cup of tea, he’s dumped. Needless to say – he was dumped.

First home – tiny little flat in London. When it came time to move we cleaned the flat from top to bottom and on the last night decided to “cook” ourselves a romantic meal, M&S Cumberland pie followed by a Heinz treacle sponge. Living the dream! Only trouble was, we failed to see the inch high black warning on the tin to “open this end” and the minute we stuck the tin opener in there was a liquid explosion of molten syrup that literally sprayed the whole kitchen. Our romantic night was spent scrubbing every inch of that kitchen.

First proper holiday – never doing things by halves we decided to go on a world trip.

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First child – all our friends thought we were a bit weird, having a baby. Clearly none of them had the first idea about parenthood. Presents I received in hospital after giving birth consisted of a set of pink lacy undies and a pot plant!!

So, what do we put our longevity down to? I say patience, understanding and a live and let live attitude. Gary says wine!

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Bringing your lawn BACK TO LIFE this A lawn is often the most used but least cared for garden feature. Spring is the time your grass deserves some TLC to keep it healthy, weed- free and looking its best for the busy summer ahead.

Last year`s weather impacted the appearance of many lawns - caused by snow in March, straight into a long, hot record-breaking Summer; followed by a warm, mild autumn/ winter. This year more than ever, most lawns are going to need some help if they are to recover. So, it`s vital to pay some consideration to your lawn`s health now in early spring, in order to avoid problems later on in the year. With a little time, effort and professional help from GreenThumb you can have a lush green, and wonderful lawn.

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This two-day premier motoring event for the East Midlands has something for everyone – whether you’re on a serious hunt for the perfect new car or simply want a fantastic family day out in one of the most iconic locations in the UK. Organised by event specialists Crowdpullers, the show will bring together the very best in brand new cars, vans and motorcycles from some of the world’s leading manufacturers. Saturday is “new model preview day” – providing the perfect opportunity to check out state-of-the-art models from the largest number of local dealers ever to have attended the events.

Experts will also be on hand to answer questions and give visitors a rare chance to look “up close” at a host of amazing cars including prestige brands such as Lexus, Tesla and Lotus.

Meanwhle Sunday is “family day” and will also see the brilliant Autokarna show, organised by the Pre-War Austin Seven Club, bringing up to 7000 members and their stunning classic vehicles, from buses and cars to tractors and bikes, to the city.

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Grant Baker, from Crowdpullers, added: “We’re expecting more that 20,000 people to attend over the weekend and, with up to 30 new car brands on display including Lexus, Tesla, Land Rover and Jaguar who join us for the first time this year, there will be something to suit everyone’s taste.

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One of Nottingham’s largest independent car servicing specialists, Lindleys Autocentres have opened their sixth branch in Hucknall, bringing four new jobs to the area.

The second generation owned business, which dates back to 1959, acquired the premises on Portland Road with support from local law firm Fraser Brown.

Taking over the site from a previous garage, Lindleys Autocentres have commented they’ll be heavily renovating the look and feel of the branch over the next few months to bring it up to their high standard. The business has hired BEFORE

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Lindleys Autocentres has five existing branches in Nottingham City Centre, Old Basford, Arnold, Carlton and West Bridgford offering a full range of vehicle services. The business is owned by David Lindley and his son, Alex Lindley is the managing director.

David Lindley is the son of founder Richard Lindley and both his two daughters also work in the business.

Alex said; “We believe that the people of Hucknall will be very pleased when using the new branch. We’ve invested in all the latest equipment, training and we have a great reputation in the Nottingham area for our transparent, affordable and fair pricing. Our customer reviews speak for themselves.”

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Early entrants include first timers, NAPIT from Mansfield, gold crew, Abel Alarm Company, silver crew DeltaNet International and standard crews, Hallmark Consumer Services and Midland Quarry Products.

To take part in the dragon boat racing and help raise money for Rainbows, no previous experience is required, just plenty of team spirit and enthusiasm! The dragon boats, qualified helms and all racing equipment are provided and each crew is guaranteed a minimum of three races. Teams and spectators also benefit from being part of one of the region’s largest family festivals with a bustling fair and vibrant mix of music, dance, crafts and food from around the world, staged by Nottingham City Council.

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ormerly a bank, this Georgian building is a beauty. With high ceilings and a striking mezzanine, Bill's Nottingham restaurant is a mix of larger seating areas and cosy booths, with further seating outside for sunny days.

‘til 5pm) two courses for £11.95 or three courses for £14.95, or the Dinner (Sunday to Thursday from 5pm ‘til close) two courses for £16.50 or three for £19.50 incorporating most of what we ate. We'll be back!!!!

It has a quirky interior, almost industrial, with exposed brick and pipework yet cosy, a very relaxed and informal restaurant, the music and lighting were tasteful and not intrusive. This atmosphere genuinely put us all in a lovely mood ready for our meal.

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So to our starters, wonderful crispy calamari with red chilli and lime aioli, cooked to perfection and chicken and seasame dumplings with Bill's spicy chutney. Very very tasty, enjoyed by both adults and our children alike.

We had a thoroughly enjoyable evening and Bills is up there as a family favourite!

Our beautifully presented main courses of Pan fried chicken with wild mushroom and a creamy mushroom sauce, Bills Fish Pie and then children's sausage and mash and a burger and chips were all delicious and fresh. Simply lovely!

To finish, although full to the brim, we managed to share a Bill's chocolate and hazelnut praline sphere which was devine.

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Turkey... Not Just For Christmas!

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n Britain we have been eating turkey at Christmas since the 16th Century. In fact Henry VIII was supposed to have been the first person in this country to have turkey for his Christmas dinner.

Like about 80% of the population we have turkey once a year, on Christmas day. However, having a fitness fanatic in the family has changed all that.

Whether you are looking to cut down on red meat or just want a change, mince turkey breast might be worth considering. It is high in protein

and low in fat making it a really healthy alternative to mince beef.

It was not something I would ever have even contemplated buying until recently. Now I buy it once a week and experiment with various recipes. It can be a bit of a bland meat so works well with spices and strong flavours.

Here are a few tried and tested recipes that have been cooked by my 18 year old son – so I can guarantee they are foolproof and also delicious!

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Thai Turkey Burgers

Turkey Chilli

Turkey Enchiladas

500g turkey mince 100g fresh breadcrumbs 1-3 tbsp Thai red curry paste (depends on the brand, we use a very hot one) 4 spring onions - chopped 1 egg - beaten Salt & pepper Oil for frying

1 tbsp rapeseed oil 1 x onion 1 x red pepper 2 x garlic cloves 2 x sticks celery 1 x chilli (inc. seeds for extra heat) 500g turkey mince 1 tsp chilli powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander ½ tsp turmeric 1 x 400g tin chopped tomatoes 1 x 400g tin kidney beans, drained & rinsed 2 x squares dark chocolate (optional) Salt & black pepper

Turkey chilli (see left) 4 x large tortilla wraps Enchilada sauce (see below) Grated cheese

(makes 4 generous burgers)

Either place all the ingredients in a bowl and mix together with your hands or put them all in a food processor and pulse a few times to combine.

Divide the mixture into four evenly sized burgers and shape. Put on a plate and chill for at least 30 mins.

Heat oil in a frying pan and fry gently until brown on the outside and cooked through. Serve with coleslaw and a green salad - or in a wholemeal burger bun.

EASY COLESLAW Thinly sliced white cabbage, grated carrot, finely chopped onion and sliced celery mixed with a sauce made of salad cream and mayo.

(serves 4)

Put the onion, red pepper, garlic, celery and chilli in a food processor and whiz until finely chopped. Or chop all finely by hand.

Heat the oil in a large pan and add the chopped vegetables. Fry on a medium heat until soft (about 15 mins). Add the spices (cumin, coriander, turmeric & chilli powder if using) and cook for a minute then add the turkey mince and fry, breaking up the meat with a wooden spoon or spatula until the meat is cooked (about 10 mins).

Add the tinned tomatoes and half a tin of water and bring to the boil. Simmer for 30 mins, stirring every few mins.

Add the kidney beans and 2 x squares of dark chocolate (if using). Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Cook for another 5 minutes. Serve with rice, jacket potato or use for the filling for enchiladas.

(serves 4)

ENCHILADA SAUCE 1 tbsp olive oil 1 x onion, finely chopped 1 x garlic clove, finely chopped 500g passata (or 400g tin chopped tomatoes) ½ tsp dry oregano Tabasco sauce - dash Squeeze of runny honey Salt & black pepper First make the sauce - Heat the oil in a small saucepan. Add the chopped onion and garlic. Fry on a medium heat until soft (about 15 mins). Add the oregano and passata. Bring to boil, then simmer for at least 30 mins until reduced to a nice thick sauce. Add honey and seasoning to taste. Add Tabasco for a spicy sauce.

If it looks too thick add some water.

Heat oven 200°C. Grease a small square oven proof dish or roasting tin. Put a small amount of sauce on the bottom of the tin. To make the enchiladas – grab a wrap – put some chilli and grated cheese in, roll up and lay in the tin. Cover the top with more sauce and grated cheese and bake in oven for 30 mins or until golden.

Serve with salad, Mexican rice & sour cream.

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Heritage Bus Tours 2019

Bus Tour No.1: Leaves Hucknall at 10am to Bilsthorpe Heritage Museum. At 12 noon we move to Rufford Abbey returning via Tithe Barn Burial Ground. Dates: 3 June, 17 July, Bus Tour No.2: Leaves Hucknall at 10am to Stonebridge City Farm. At 12.30pm leave for Greens Windmill, then proceed to the William Booth Memorial Museum & St Stephen’s Church, Sneinton. Dates: 19 June, 10 July Bus Tour No.3: Leaves Hucknall at 10am drive to Blue Diamond Garden Centre, East Bridgford for whole day £5pp. Dates: 1 July & 13 Aug Bus Tour No.4: 6 churches tour inc. St Mary Magdalene’s, All Saints Annesley, Annesley Old Church & includes lunch at Beauvale Priory (£5 payable on booking). Dates: 25 July, 25 Sept Bus Tour No.5: Leaves Hucknall at 10am head to Rolls Royce Heritage Museum then self funded lunch at Horse & Groom, Moorgreen, then DH Lawrence Birthplace Museum (£6 payable on booking) returning via more DHL sites. Dates: 27 June & 29 Aug Bus Tour No.6: Leaves Hucknall at 10am to Newstead Abbey, guided tour (£10 payable on booking). Dates: 5 Aug Bus Tour No.7: Set off at 1pm for St James’ Papplewick then Horse & Groom in Linby.

Later to Papplewick Pumping Station. Dates: 21 Aug & 18 Sept Bus Tour No.8: Set off at 1pm, visit St Michael’s Linby then Horse & Groom, later Bestwood Winding House for guided tour.

Dates: 11 June & 9 Sept

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The Nottingham Centre for the National Trust Are you getting the most from your National Trust membership? Live near Nottingham?

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Then why not consider joining your friendly local National Trust supporters’ group? It costs £6 per person per annum to join and £10 for 2 people living at the same address.

Members of the Nottingham Centre receive a regular newsletter and enjoy a varied programme of social activities throughout the year, including a series of afternoon and evening talks, coach outings to National Trust properties, gardens and other places of interest, walks in the countryside and short holidays.

We are now well into our programme of outdoor spring and early summer activities.

From 11th – 16th July we will be enjoying a holiday visiting National Trust properties and other sites of interest in south-west England.

We also have a range of activities closer to home.

We also have coach excursions: Wednesday 22 May - Little Moreton Hall (NT) & Biddulph Grange Garden (NT) Tuesday 11 June - Hill Close Victorian Allotments & Packwood House (NT) Wednesday 24 July - Fitzwilliam Museum & Cambridge Botanical Garden Full details of who we are and what we do can be found on our website www.ntnottingham. uk or by telephoning 0115-9757800. Why not come and join us – you will be made very welcome!

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Get Outdoors and Give Lawn Bowls a Try

Milton Court, Ravenshead NG15 9BD Tel: 01623 794634 Email: ravenshead.library@inspireculture.org.uk Coffee Morning. Saturdays 9.30 - 11.30am. Drinks available from our ground coffee machine £1 per cup, biscuits 30p.

Rattle, Rhyme and Roll. 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month 10.30 – 11.00am. May 14th and 28th, June 11th and 25th. For under 5s with a parent/carer. Free event.

Knit and Natter Coffee Morning. Fridays 10 – 11.30am.

Small charge for refreshments.

Family Art Club. Fridays in term time only 3.45 – 4.45pm.

For children aged 4 -11 years with a parent/carer. Free event.

Scrabble and Games Mornings. Every Thursday and Saturday Mornings 9.30 – 12 noon. Free event.

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With spring in the air, perhaps you’re thinking about being more active? And if having fun and making new friends is also important, you should definitely give lawn bowls a try at one of Hucknall Titchfield Park Bowls Club’s free open days.

Traditionally the sport is linked with the notso-young and it is true that it perfectly suits that group. However it is played by all ages and most of the top national and international players started as youngsters playing with their parents before progressing through the junior ranks.

Fortunately for the good folk of Hucknall and the surrounding areas there is no better place to start learning all about lawn bowls than the town’s Titchfield Park. The bowling green provides a lovely setting for players to really enjoy the sport in the company of likeminded friends.

Proven features of playing lawn bowls are the benefits for both physical and mental wellbeing. Easy walking in the fresh air, punctuated by regular stress-free bending and stretching, is great for muscles and joints. Focussing on the game really helps with maintaining concentration and meeting new friends can also be an important aspect.

HTPBC is a very friendly, successful and well run club. It has a qualified coach and anyone who wants to have a go is always made very welcome. Equipment is not a problem as the club provides everything necessary to get started.

You can contact the club for details of the free open days by email at bowlshucknall@ gmail.com or via its Facebook page at Bowls Hucknall or phone Peter Dickens on 01159 630728

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Tanya About Town ‘It’s another bumper round up of things to do in and around Nottinghamshire this edition, here’s my pick; May and June see a surprising amount of unique events.

The big addition to the city’s entertainment scene for 15 days this May is The Magnificent Spiegel Tent. The beautiful, century-old travelling dance hall will again visit the Old Market Square to host a packed schedule of events. Highlights include The Gilded Merkin Burlesque and Cabaret, Bamalamasingsong, The Greatest Nottingham Circus Cabaret Show, plus comedian Milton Jones (4-18 May) Meet stars from Star Trek; The Next Generation as EM-Con returns to the Motorpoint Arena (4-5 May) and from space to the world of Unlimited Wellbeing as three great shows in one visit the Arena on 12th May. If you’re a fan of fitness, the Sunrise City 5k takes place on 17th May. This early morning walk/run will take in famous landmarks, including Nottingham Castle and Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem before a picturesque return along the Notts-Beeston Canal.

Alternatively give your pooch a workout at the Muddy Dog Challenge taking place in the grounds of the spectacular

Wollaton Hall (29 June) and raise money for Battersea. Our four legged friends also have their own fun day at Thoresby Park (27 May) with demonstrations, activities and have a go sessions.

If you like something a little quieter, why not soak up the sounds of spring at Dawn Chorus Day (5th May) at Sherwood Forest. Or join the free Photo Walk (4 May & 9 June) at Thoresby Park for photo lovers, all ages, all abilities, all cameras! Forest Bathing at Sherwood Forest (1 June) allows you to immerse yourself in the therapeutic powers of the woodland. Learn about the latest medical research in to the health and well-being benefits of spending time under the canopy of trees Festival season is also upon us with the first of the year taking place at Southwell Racecourse (4-6 May) with a large indoor grandstand bursting with antiques, collectables & vintage items. At Vintage Fest, Newstead Abbey (29-30 June) you can shop till you drop while enjoying classic cars and vintage fairground rides. The music festivals also kick off, with Fake Fest on the Forest Recreation Ground (1 June), Newark Festival (14-18 June) and Forest Live Returns with headliners Jess Glynn, Jack Savoretti and Paul Weller (28-30 June)

The Dot to Dot Festival also returns to various venues around the City (26 May) showcasing the hottest new talent around, alongside established acts from all over the globe. The Royal Concert Hall plays host to the Vamps (1 May), Gladys Knight (30 June), Marc Almond (6 May), Katherine Jenkins (17 May), Sophie-Ellis Bextor (4 June) and Nick Cave (25 June), while down the road at the Motorpoint Arena there’s Olly Murs (6-7 May), Rod Stewart (28 May) and Westlife (18-19 June).

There’s also drama on the cards at the Theatre Royal with Educating Rita (13-18 May), Girl on the Train (20-25 May) and Mousetrap (17-22 June).

And finally, how often do we go on tours on holiday and yet never do it at home? Take a staycation and find history galore right here on your doorstep. You can learn all about it while taking one of the many tours around the city, such as the Robin Hood Town Tour, the Nutty Nottingham tour or the Book Lovers Walk. *Always check with the venue ahead and book if necessary.

There is usually a cost or entrance fee unless stated otherwise’

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If you run a group or club and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5.50+vat per edition (150 characters). Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at The Vale Hotel, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook. Speaker & lunch. Do come along and meet a group of very interesting, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com

Hucknall & District Ladies Probus - are looking for new members due to moving to larger premises. Meet 2nd Wednesday every month at Moretons Tea Rooms, Papplewick from 12 noon. For more info call Geri Atkinson on 0115 964 0934

Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community group for all interested in supporting the Park.For more details check

www.fbcp.org.uk or email gillian.costello@ntlworld.com. Visit our park community cafe 10-noon Saturdays at Dynamo House, off Park Road, Bestwood Village.

Nottingham Socialising - social group for 20 - 40’s. Events include pub nights, quizzes, walks, classical concerts and any other social event - find us on facebook.

Knit and Natter - newly formed craft group in NG15. Come along & create your craft with fellow crafters over tea, coffee, hot choc & cake! All ages welcome. At Central Methodist Church, Hucknall. Wednesday 7pm-9pm. Session fee £2.50.

Papplewick Gardening Club - meet on first Wednesday of each month at Papplewick Village Hall at 7.30pm. This friendly group will welcome new members, from surrounding areas to enjoy speakers & outings. Contact Joan: 01159 632529 Leen Valley Conservation Volunteers - no special skills, training given, variety of interesting sites. Weekdays & weekends, refreshments provided. Tel: Lee Scudder on 07753 850758 or leescudder@hotmail.com Nottingham Oddfellows - are you lonely & want to get out and meet people in a social & friendly atmosphere? Come along & meet us on the first Friday monthly @ 11am - Nottingham Mechanics, 3 North Sherwood St, NG1 4EZ. For more info call Karen on 01949 843727 or karen.pye-smith@oddfellows.co.uk. All welcome.

The Nottingham Mechanics - 3 North Sherwood St, Nottingham, NG1 4EZ. A centre for everyone. Meet new people in a relaxed atmosphere. A host of groups to join including music, Writers’ Club, Poetry Society, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc.

Now rated 4* on google. For membership details contact: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 The Lovelace Theatre (amateur) Drama Group - meet Monday & Thursday at John Godber Community Centre, Ogle St, Hucknall. New members always welcome. Also a junior group meets Wednesday. Visit our website: www.lovelace/theatregroup. co.uk or call Linda on 0115 968 1011 for further information.

Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ professional/business single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 7.30pm -10.30pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www. nottinghamroundabout.co.uk Hucknall Dolls House Group - every 2nd Thursday at Bentinck Conservative Club, 5 Portland Rd, Hucknall from 7 - 9pm.

For more info call Sofia on 07790 334540.

Linby Colliery Welfare Ladies Football Club - Wed 6pm - 8pm. Hucknall National School. All age groups. Always looking for new players. Competitive football played on Sun am. Call Carol 07963 820612 or email: carol@linbyfc.co.uk Adult Education Courses - beginners up to level 1; very small groups. Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall. Call 0115 884 2749 or email: lisa.saunders@castlecollege.ac.uk

Edgewood Judo Club - meet every Monday evening 6pm to 8.30pm at Edgewood Leisure Centre, Christchurch Road,

Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346.

Hucknall Men’s Probus Club - for retired men.Meet 1st Wed in month at the Horse & Groom, Linby. 12noon. Probus movement seeks to give opportunities to retired men & women to meet socially & listen to speakers.For info call Aubrey Smith on 0115 963 2424.

Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society - meet every Tues 7pm - 9.30pm (Sept-June) at Wollaton Park Community Centre, 15 Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Excellent speaker programme & internal competitions. For more info visit: www.nnps. org or call Steve Sulley: 07803 021198 Eric Coates Society - Meets Wednesdays, bi-monthly 7 - 9pm at the Godber Centre. Contact Geoff 0115 9634662 or Peter 0115 953 7393. Actively promoting the life and music of Eric Coates.

Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursdays at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall from 7.15 - 9pm (term time only). Contact 07785 530256.

Ford Capri Club - meet at the Little John Pub, Main Road, Ravenshead on the 1st & 3rd Thursday every month at 8.15pm.

For more details call Alan Sutcliffe on 01623 438967, email: alan@capriclub2000.co.uk or www.capriclub2000.co.uk

Enjoy a game of Whist? - then come and join us at 6.30pm on Monday evenings at Papplewick

Village Hall. Friendly mixed ability group would welcome new players including beginners. For further details ring 0115 963 4643.

Byron Probus Club (Ravenshead) - spritely old retired codgers meet second and fourth Thursday in month. 12 noon at Portland College off A60. Contact David Turner 01623 793039.

Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips.

New members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.egyptology-ssae.org

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Learn to Dance Ceroc - Tues 7.45pm - 10.45pm at John Godber, NG15 7FQ. No partner needed. 18-80+yrs. Great, fun social night. Call Sue 07915 671688. Like FB Ceroc Heaven for more Notts classes.

Hucknall Flower Arranging Group - meet on the first Wednesday of each month (exc Dec & Jan). 7.30pm at the John Godber Centre, Hucknall. New members & visitors always welcome. Contact 0115 963 6894 for more infio.

Nottingham Playgoers - Interested in Theatre? We read the plays, visit the theatre & discuss them afterwards. We’re a very friendly group meeting Tuesday evenings 7-9pm at the Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nott’ham. Contact Sue Cullen on 0115 847 8423.

Nottingham Flower Club - Invites you to discover a new talent by joining us on a Thursday evening at the Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY. For dates of meetings contact Jane Walden - 0115 937 5343.

Abbey Gates W.I (Ravenshead) - meet every 2nd Wednesday of the month at Ravenshead Village Hall at 7.30pm. New members and visitors always welcome. For further details please phone 01623 798606.

Badminton Club (ladies only) - needs more members. Exercise & fun rather than high level play. At Papplewick & Linby Village Hall, Monday 4.30-6.30pm. Call in or ring Bernice on 0115 963 7228 Kindred Spirits Notts - Many social activities a month in & around Nottinghamshire, including coffee mornings, day trips & exercise classes. There are no fees. Find out more by calling 0115 844 0011.

Age UK Notts “Older Lesbian Network” - provides opportunities for older lesbians aged 55+ to meet informally at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ approx. every 2 months for networking, sharing and social activities.

For further information please call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@ageuknotts.org.uk

Nottingham Rotaract - 18-30 ish - Want to meet people? Try new activities & help in your local community, nationally & internationally through volunteering and fundraising? We meet 7pm central Nottingham on 1st and 3rd Thursday each month. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham for further details.

Nottingham Organ Society - Bonington Theatre. 1st Monday in the month at 7.30pm. Come along and listen to an evening of light musical entertainment. Tickets available at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold, Nottingham. Call 0115 956 0733 Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. We meet at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG on the 4th Tuesday monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365.

Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet at midday first Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502.

Kirkby & District Hiking Club - we are a friendly hiking club who meet every 3rd Sunday for a 9-10 mile hike, mainly Derbyshire. For more info call Brian or Cynthia on 0115 9680813 Lively, Retired & Semi-Retired Professional/Business Men - meet socially for lunch on the second and fourth Thursdays in the month. 12 noon at Portland College (off the A60). Contact Clive Abrahams (Sec.) on 01623 409502 Ravenshead Flower Group - meet on the last Tuesday each month (excl Jan & Dec). NAFAS demonstrators showcase their flower arranging talents. Come & join us at 7.15pm, Ravenshead Village Hall. http://www.flowersnorthmidlands.co.uk/club_info/ ravenshead.html New Life Friendship Club - for active over 50’s. Full programme of events each month - (daytime only) day trips, theatre, strolls, walks, meals out, places of interest. For further details contact Joan 929 0902, www.newlifenotts.org.uk or email: newlife.notts@virginmedia.com Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 8.30pm at The Lion, Mosely St, NG7 7FQ. No membership fees, no playing fees. The Lion is a Real Ale Pub. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info.

City of Nottingham Probus Club - a club for men over 65, meeting at The New Mechanics Institute, North Sherwood St, Notts on 3rd Wednesday of the month at 10am, meetings start at 10.30am. Interesting talks on many subjects plus optional lunch. Just turn up or call Robin on 0115 916 4774 or email: r.west8@ntlworld.com Hucknall Art Society - meet at Watnall Road Community Centre on Wed. Beginners welcome. Session lasts from 7pm to 9pm.

Any queries please call Harry on 0115 9279 481.

Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents and let the kids play with other Spanish speaking children? Then get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on susana.fernandez@ntlworld.com Hucknall & Linby Dolphins Swimming Club - enjoy swimming? learning to swim? looking to improve stamina, speed & fitness? Are you interested in becoming more involved in competitive swiming? If so we are looking for new members.

Please contact www.hucknallandlinbydolphins.org.uk or find us on facebook: www.facebook.com/hucknallandlinbydolphins Friends of Moor Pond Wood - Papplewick. A community group involved with woodland management and archaeology along the River Leen. Meets last Wed of the month in Papplewick Village Hall. Non members welcome. Visit: http://moorpond. papplewick.org/index.html Friends of Nottingham Museum - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Sat Sept. 22 at 2pm in The Mechanics, North Sherwood St. For details of further meetings: Janet: 0115 922 1734 or janetlievesley@gmail.com Notts LGBT+ Network - gay, lesbian, bi, trans? For information and support on groups, pubs, meeting people, legal issues, coming out, health or just need to talk, contact us on 0115 934 8485 (Monday to Friday 7pm - 9.15pm) or email: info@nottslgbt.com or text 07481 344040

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Hucknall 50+ Table Tennis Club - for all ages & abilities. Wednesdays from 7pm-10pm at United Reform Church, Hucknall, NG15 6EG. For more info call Dick on 0115 953 2652.

Just Good Friends - day centre for the elderly. We meet at St John’s church hall on FRIDAYS, 10am-3pm. Members

enjoy cooked 2 course lunch + entertainment (singer, pianist, bingo). We also meet at Beauvale Court, Beauvale Rd on TUESDAY afternoons 2pm-4pm for board games + buffet lunch. For more info call Lynne on 07512 765111.

Bulwell Foresters Archery Club - we are a small, friendly group that cater for anyone interested in target archery from 9 - 90

years! Pop along any Sunday 11am-2.30pm to Bestwood Road Sports Social Club, NG6 8UA or visit: www.bulwellforesters. co.uk or call 07983 518915 for more information.

The Nottingham Group of the Hardy Plant Society - welcomes everyone interested in plants & gardening. Meet 2nd Friday monthly from Sept-April at St Paul’s Church Hall, Boundary Rd, West Bridgford. Doors open @ 7pm for a 7.30pm start. For more info visit: www.nottmhps.org.uk, email: hps.nottingham.group@gmail.com or call Carol on 0115 914 2474 Gedling Round Table - we are a group of ordinary guys who get to do extraordinary things. Members have the chance to embrace life to the full& in turn support their local community. Do more. Learn more. For more info contact Daniel Hayes on 07889 725 836 or email: secretary@hucknallroundtable.co.uk.

Blidworth & District Historical & Heritage Society - Meet first Tuesday of the month at 7pm, Blidworth Welfare. For further information contact the secretary Mrs Dale Smallwood on 01623 479978.

Cottage Crafts Group - feeling lonely? want to meet people and make new friends? Please come along to our group on

Monday mornings - 10am - 1pm for a chat and refreshments. No need to be “crafty”. We meet at Under One Roof, 3A Vine Terrace, Hucknall. Tel: 0115 952 1236 for more details.

Sequence Tea Dance - at Hucknall Leisure Centre on Tuesdays - 1.30 - 3.30pm. Cost £3. For more information call Lynn Davey on 01773 813701 Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. We meet at The Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nottingham (close to the Royal Centre) on 1st Tuesday each month at 1.30 - 3.30pm. For more info contact Jenny on 01623 491331.

Soroptimist International - a group of women who meet 1st & 3rd Monday monthly at Willoughby Hall, Notts University Main Campus. We carry out projects to support women & girls at local & international level. Join us for fun, friendship & to help with these projects. For more info & contact: http://sigbi.org/nottingham Watnall WI - meet on the 3rd Tuesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Watnall WI Hall, Main Rd, Watnall. For more details call 0115 953 7679.

Leenside W.I (Hucknall) - meet on the 3rd Tues monthly. Central Methodist Church Hall at 7.15pm.

Ravenshead W.I - meet on the 3rd Wednesday, monthly. 7.45pm at The Centre at St Peter’s, Sheepwalk Lane, Ravenshead. Contact: 01623 751307.

Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small and friendly walking club for single people born in the 1950s and 1960s.

We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more information visit www. bootlace-buddies.org.uk Newark Speakers-meet at the Newark Town Bowls Club, NG24 1TS on Monday’s at 7.30pm. At your local speakers club, become a better speaker and presenter in a welcoming, supportive environment. Gain skills and confidence in public speaking. For more info: newarkspeakersclub@hotmail.co.uk. For meeting dates visit: www.newarkspeakers.org.uk

Papplewick & Linby Ladies Circle of Friends - meet fortnightly from end of September to end of May on a Tuesday afternoon. New members & visitors very welcome. Further information from Vera Preston on 0115 963 9990.

Ravenshead Calligraphy Group - friendly, informal group. We meet Friday mornings 10-12 (term time). Beginners welcome.

Day workshops with tutors organised. Nominal fees to cover room hire & tutor. For info: isobel.dams@tiscali.co.uk or 0744 3858485.

Making Tracks Walking Group - is for single adults aged 40+ who share a love for the outdoors. We walk every Sunday throughout the year in Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire & Leicestershire. Own transport essential. For more information visit: www.walkwithmakingtracks.org.uk. All new members welcome.

Hucknall Over 60’s Social Group - Watnall Road Community Centre, Hucknall. Sequence dancing (no teaching given).

Thurs 2-4pm & Mon, Fri & Sat 7.30pm - 10pm. All welcome. Phone Barbara on 0115 952 9783 Phoenix Friendship Clubs, Nottingham Locksley - Tues evening is DANCE NIGHT. Put your glad rags on and join us. Have fun and keep fit. Entry £3.50. Try for 3 weeks then if you like it, annual membership £5, then £3 per week. At Oakleigh Lodge, 1 Highbury Rd, NG6 9DD. For more info: Arthur 07775 725670 or Trish 07816 216418. EVERYONE WELCOME Age UK Notts “Silver Pride” - a social group for older gay and bi-men. Offering a range of social activities, walks, discussions etc. Meeting at Age UK Notts, Bradbury House, 12 Shakespeare St, NG1 4FQ. 2-4pm on 1st Friday of month. Cost £1. For further information please call 0115 844 0011 or email: info@ageuknotts.org.uk Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society - meet at 7.30pm 4th Wed of the month at St Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village. Bus no.30/parking at rear. For more info. call Angela Gilbert 0115 928 3414 or see website www.spanglefish.com/WollatonHistorical

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Newstead Garden Tours - enjoy the glories of Newstead Abbey’s gardens on a walking tour with a knowledgeable &

friendly guide. Free to clubs, societies or family groups of 5 or more (charity donation appreciated). Dates to suit. Contact Philip on 01623 793453 or philedjones@yahoo.co.uk Greenwood STEP CLOG - rhythmic, percussive dancing. Mondays from 8pm, Queen’s Walk Community Centre, Nottingham, NG2 2DF. Actively seeking new male & female dancers/musicians! Our aim - have FUN, keep fit & uphold a long tradition.

Call Tricia: 07731 679072 or Joy/Eric: 0115 978 6858. E: joy.foxley@gmail.com. www.greenwood-clog.org.uk Steady Netball Group- meets at Greasley Leisure Centre, Thursdays 11am - 12 noon. For more info call: 0115 952 6487 or just turn up.

Ravenshead Petanque Club - at Ravenshead Leisure Centre. Winter sessions on Wednesdays & Saturdays, 1.30 - 3.30pm.

Visitors very welcome - no experience required. Refreshments provided. Just turn up and gove it a try - or contact Martin 07377 670728 or email: ravensheadpetanque@gmail.com Classic Car Meet - Horse & Groom, Linby. 2nd & 4th Wednesday in the summer months. On the rear field, free to enter & view.

Sunday Assembly - are you non-religious but would enjoy being part of a friendly community that celebrates the one life we know we have? Different topics every month. Why not join us on the 1st Sun monthly -11am-12noon at The Canalhouse, Canal St, Nottingham.

Over 60’s & Friends - held in St Peter & St Paul’s church hall, Ruffs Drive, Hucknall. We meet on 2nd & 4th Tuesday of each month, 2pm - 4pm. For more info contact Mrs Eileen Smith on 0115 837 0816.

The Ladies Group - held in St Peter & St Paul’s church hall, Ruffs Drive, Hucknall. We meet once a month, on the 3rd Thursday, 2pm - 4pm. For more info contact Mrs Chris Wood on 01623 752308.

Hucknall Heritage Society - meet second Monday of the month (except June, July, Aug & Dec). At 7.30pm, Central Methodist Church, Hucknall.

The Greasley Players - is a small amateur dramatics group. We welcome new members interested in acting, set construction,

producing or any aspect of stage craft (e.g. props, lighting, prompt, sound, front of house, curtains etc). For details of our up and coming events or to get involved, please contact us via www.greasleyplayers.co.uk” or join us on Facebook.

Over 60’s Club - Thursdays from 1.30pm - 2.30pm at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, NG15 7HJ. For more info call 0115 963 4881.

Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm March - Oct. at The Dynamo House off Park Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8ZA. Nov - Feb at St Mark’s Church, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UU. To see what we get up to go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: hellobvwi@gmail.com Erewash Valley Wood Turners Association - meet 2nd Wednesday everty month at Greasley St Mary’s Church Hall, NG16 2AB. For more info visit www.evwa.org.uk Hucknall Rotary Club - is for fellowship, helping the community & raising money for worthy causes both locally and worldwide. Meet at the Horse & Groom, Linby Village every Tues except after a bank holiday. For more details call Rtn. Robert Copley on 07778 996939

Hucknall Taking Steps - meet at Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall twice a week. Monday walk starts at 10am & lasts 1hr. Wednesday walk starts at 10am for 2hrs. For more info: 0115 963 1916 or geoffcurtis@ymail.com

South Notts Alive & Kicking Friendship Club - Every Thurs at Arnold Liberal Club. 7.30pm-11.15pm. A social & dancing

evening. Hand in friendship to all. Tel 01949 358154 or gmtyas@hotmail.co.uk.

Craft Club - alternate Wednesdays from 2-3pm at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, NG15 7HJ. For more info call 0115 963 4881.

Nottinghack - a place where you can make anything. Free open evening 6.30-9.30pm every Wed at Unit F6, BizSpace, Roden House Business Centre, Nottingham, NG3 1JH. For more info visit: www.nottinghack.org.uk

Nottingham Writers’ Club - meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (evenings) monthly in the city centre. We welcome

everyone who loves to write - aspiring, published or unpublished - and all genres are catered for. For information please contact Phil on 0115 938 4098 Nottingham Wayfarers’ Rambling Club - New members welcome to join our Sunday walks, usually into the Peak District, but other areas too. We often offer 3 different walks to suit all abilities. For more detail contact John on 01623 469427 or see our website: www.nottinghamwayfarers.com Ellenismos Greek Dancing - Monday evenings 8pm-9.30pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton Park Road. New members welcome, call Margaret on 01332 391608 or email: m.beedham@ntlworld.com Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Tuesday of every month at the Canal House, 48-52 Canal St, NG1 7EH. For details of meetings/speakers/debates see our website: www.nottinghamsecularsociety.org.uk Duke of Edinburgh Open Award Group - meet fortnightly, Wed 7pm-8.30pm at Rolls Royce Leisure, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Open to all ages from 13 ½ to 23 yrs. For more info Chris on 07906 312673.

Interested in Clocks, Watches & Horology - get involved in the work of the BHI Museum based at the home of the British Horological Institute in Upton nr Southwell. Free entry to museum events, regular newsletters & opportunities to get involved in museum projects & volunteering.

New members welcome. £25 annual membership. Please call or email for details: bhimuseum@ bhi.co.uk or 01636 817 601

TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini

Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus

(Death, Nine of Wands, The High Priestess) Stick with it

(Queen of Coins, The Lovers, Page of Coins)

You’re closer to a breakthrough than you currently believe, so STICK WITH IT. It’s often darkest before the light arrives, so hold your nerve and keep the faith- rewards and recognition are coming. Deep down, you know these changes are good for you and will pay off in the long run. And even deeper down, you KNOW it’s all going to turn out great.

Keep going.

You’ve been pondering whether to seek some training, education or personal development in relation to your career and money-making potential- and the Universe says YES. What you sow now will be good for reaping later down the line and a Future You will thank you for making this investment in yourself now.

Make a choice for the better

Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius

Water signs- Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio

(Judgment, Page of Wands, Ace of Wands)

(Ace of Cups, Seven of Cups, The Empress)

Moving onwards

A dream come true in your romantic life will come to pass this month- maybe a long-admired object of affection returns your passion, maybe your current partner makes a change or gesture you’d been longing for, maybe you meet someone new and exciting. Perk up and look sharp because love IS in the air.

It’s up to you whether you turn this page and move the story on, or linger in the current moment until its energy has fully faded. You must move on at some point, so why not now? Close this chapter, process what’s happened, and make a plan for the next phase. There’s so much to look forward to- jump in and don’t look back!

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The Lost City Adventure Golf has been shaking things up in its jungle themed Tiki Bar by adding shakes and light bites to the menu for adventurers to enjoy before or after they take to one of the themed 18-hole courses.

Adding to the fun on offer at the venue, the selection of mouthwatering milkshakes sees three traditional flavours being given a tasty twist: Banoffee pairs fresh banana with sweet caramel syrup and toffee sauce while Strawberry Shortcake adds shortbread pieces to a blend of fresh strawberries, vanilla ice cream, milk and strawberry sauce. The Rainbow Chocolate option comes topped with bright, crunchy smarties and plenty of chocolate sauce.

The perfect way to reward an adventure through the jungle, adults can even opt to add a shot of something alcoholic!

Adventuring can be hungry work, so if you're feeling peckish try one of the new light bites, available throughout the day.

Explorers of all ages will love the bitesize dough balls with a choice of dip while The Lost City platters have something for everyone with a selection of naan, pitta and flatbreads, various dips, and olives and marinated Mediterranean veggies.

Take things up a notch with more vegan and vegetarian options including spiced croquettes and mini falafels, perfect for more adventurous tastes.

Perfect for explorers aged from 3 to 103, The Lost City is based in the centre of Nottingham in the Cornerhouse and offers fantastic fun for everyone – whether you're looking for an activity to do with the family, fancy an adventure with your friends, plan on bringing that date you're trying to impress or want to beat the boss with your colleagues on a work night out.

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31st JULY 2019

Elijah: A Night to Remember

If you are involved in a choir, singing group or band then we would love to hear from you.

You just need to email us at: ali@ngmagazines. org.uk by the first Friday of the month.

Three of the premier amateur choirs of Nottinghamshire, plus the much acclaimed Djanogly Community Orchestra, will provide one of the undoubted highlights of Nottinghamshire’s 2019 choral music year when the Ruddington & District Choral Society join with the Burton Joyce Choral Society and the Nottingham Hospitals Choir to perform one of the world’s greatest and most loved choral works Mendelssohn’s mighty oratorio Elijah at St Mary’s Church in the Lace Market on Saturday, May 18th 2019 at 7.00 pm.

Sponsored by the Coop Community Fund, this ever popular oratorio promises to be not only a sell out but a night to remember for both musicians and audience.

Tickets (£10) can be obtained from Windblowers or from choir members (Tel: 0115 9211451/07891494377/01159312803). . For further information visit www.ruddingtonchoral.com, www.bjchoralsociety.org.uk, www. nottinghamhospitalschoir.co.uk, www.djanoglycommunityorchestra.co.uk

Nottingham People’s Choir.

Singing for wellbeing and fun. Sponsored by the Royal Concert Hall (where we meet) and Institute of Mental Health. Every Thursday (term-time) 1pm-2.30pm. Only £2.00 (subsidised by sponsors). Highly professional Choir Leader, Abi Moore. We welcome all adults especially those who may not ordinarily join a choir and singing ability not essential! Phone Theo on: 07752536426 or email: theo.stickley@gmail.com

WOODTHORPE SINGERS Spring Concert 11 May 2019 7pm St Mark’s Church, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe

Come along and support us & enjoy an evening of songs.

For more information and to purchase tickets please email Tom.bird@hotmail.co.uk

All proceeds supporting local charities.

Eastwood Collieries Male Voice Choir Centenary Concert Nottingham’s Albert Hall Saturday 28 September ECMVC will be joined by special guests, Mansfield & District MVC and Pye Hill & District MVC and Newstead Brass!

Tickets now on sale!

Bingham and District Choral Society

Tickets are now available for our concert on 11th May 2019, entitled ‘A Springtime of English Song’. Reserved seats are £13, unreserved £10, and children will be welcomed free of charge. Tickets are available from Tim (0115 8780642), from Bingham Library (01949 837905), or from Pen2Paper, 6 Main Street, Radcliffe-on-Trent (0115 9335810). A varied, tuneful, atmospheric evening is promised, with works by English composers Thiman, Rutter, Elgar, Turner and Butterworth. We will be joined by soloists Harriet Astbury (soprano) and Matthew Keighley (tenor). Our accompanist and piano soloist will be the celebrated pianist Caroline Clemmow. Guy Turner and Edward Turner will be conducting.

Our season will end with a free lunchtime concert on Saturday 6th July 2019 at St Mary’s Parish Church, Newark. It will begin at 11.30 am and last for approximately 45 minutes.

Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby

Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit: www.gemconnection.org for more info or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome.

Bestwood Male Voice Choir - Why not join Bestwood Male Voice Choir? Come to a rehearsal, no obligation or pressure, Tues from 7.45pm-9.45pm at Bestwood Village Comm Ctre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. For more details contact Colin Pursglove on 0115 979 4842 or visit www.bestwoodmvc.org.uk Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony every Wed, 7.15pm at Harrington School, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ. Visit www.grandcentralchorus.com or call Martin on 07855 270803 or just turn up.

Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets on Tues, 7.45pm-9.45pm at Calverton Baptist Church Hall. During the year we arrange concerts to support charities. If you enjoy playing clarinet & are of Grade 4 standard or above, why not come along? Contact Sue: ellis.sue@hotmail.co.uk for more details.

Sherwood Chorus - a friendly, relaxed group of people who enjoy singing but do not read music. Meet every Mon (excl. Bank Holidays) 7-9pm at the Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com for up-to-date details and further info.

Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available. Phone 0115 931 2157 or www.thesaturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www.lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing? Come and join us. Wed 7.30pm - 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www.carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook.com/ majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - warmly welcomes new members, all abilities. No auditions, no need to read music.

Rehearsals in St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Mon, 8-9.45pm, term time only Spring Concert 11 May. For more info & tickets: tom.bird@hotmail.co.uk The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, well est. singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri, 7.15-7.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928.

Trent Valley Singers -a friendly mixed choir. Meet Thurs 1.30-3.30pm at Burton Joyce Comm.Church Hall.

We sing a varied programme from classical to show songs. No auditions.

Ability to read music not required. Call Heather 0115 844 0872 or Marjorie 0115 931 3965.

Kings Community Choir - every Mon 7.30pm-9pm (term time). Open to everyone, come along, have a sing & bring friends. Kings Centre, NG5 7JX or call 0115 967 9997.

Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock RnB. Now on Tues 7.15pm-9.15pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959 or email: yourcommunitychoir@gmail.com or visit www.yourcommunitychoir.com Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Tuesday 6pm-7pm. Eastwood Town Hall, 120 Nottingham Rd, NG16 3GD. For more info call Charlotte on 07581 020959.

Lyrical soNGbirds - Small, friendly women’s choir for experienced or new singers. Currently have vacancies for sopranos & altos. Meet Tues 10am-12 (term time)Bramcote Methodist Church, NG9 3HB. Just turn up or call Heather - 07941 121091 or email: heather@ng7.org.uk Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers - If you enjoy singing and would like to join us please get in touch on 01773 780192.

Nottingham Clarion Choir - a welcoming & inclusive choir, campaigning through international song for justice, peace & freedom. No auditions! We practice Sun-7.30-9.30pm. For more info: www.nottinghamclarionchoir.net Just Sing! - Ladies community choir. Traditional, pop, musical theatre, folk. Cheaper than therapy! Tues, term-time at 7.30pm at St Swithuns Church, Woodborough. For more info call Cate 07717 582507/cate. actually@gmail.com.

Open Voices - choirs especially suitable for adults with learning difficulties. Beeston (Tues), West Bridgford (Tues) & Sherwood (Fri). 10am - 12 noon. For more info call Music for Everyone on 0115 958 9312 or email: gemma@music-for-everyone.org Nottinghamshire Rock Choir - Rock Choirs are run in West Bridgford, Beeston and Rainworth all on different days/times. We are always looking for new members, if you love to sing then come and join! No need to audition or read music. Visit www.rockchoir.com for more info and to sign up for a Free taster session.

Torkard Ensemble - Community music group in Hucknall, we have an instrumental group (grade 5 & above) & a choir. We make beautiful music & raise money for local charities. We are always looking for new members, but are particularly interested in hearing from tenor and bass singers. Contact us at: jen.beaumont@hotmail.co.uk

Carrington Triangle Folk Club - meet every Wednesday 8.30pm (except 26 Dec) at the Gladstone NG5 2AW. All

singers, acoustic musicians, poets & listeners are very welcome. For more info call Martin/Marion 0115 9552935 or m.smalley@ntlworld.com or visit: carringtontriangle.org.uk

The Rise - community singing group. No auditions, beginners welcome. Thursdays, 7.30pm-9pm. Federation House, Claremont Rd, NG5 1BH. £3.50 (£1.50 concessions) per wk. First session free. For more info call Angela: 07981885013 or facebook.com/Sherwood Rise YesterYear - a small a cappella singing group, rehearse weekly from 7.15pm-9.15pm on 1st & 3rd Thurs monthly in St Mary’s Church, Long Eaton, 2nd Thurs in St Luke’s Church, Loscoe & 4th Thurs in Derby.For more info contact Chris Nixon:cccnixon@aol.com or Rob Botham: robbotham@tiscali.co.uk Open Voices - friendly singing groups designed for adults with learning difficulties. Meet weekly in Beeston, West Bridgford (Tues 10am-noon) & Sherwood (Fri 10am-noon). For more info call 0115 958 9312 or visit www.music-for-everyone/whats-on/adult-music/open-voices New Greasley Singers - small, mixed voice choir, singing Bach to Queen!Wed: 7.30pm-9pm at St Mary’s Parish Church, Eastwood, NG16 3BS. Call Elaine (MD) on 07904 297557 or 07506 547460 or email: thenewgreasleysingers@gmail.com

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The Rock ’n’ Soul Singers

Nottingham Concert Band

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‘Out of this World’

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in aid of St Swithun’s Church Tickets £8 (£4 for under 16’s)

Our diary is gradually filling up – and recently we performed at a fundraising event at Hilltop Catholic Church. We are pleased to add that our charity collection for YOUNG MiNDS is healthily building – in fact we have been able to send them £1300 already! In June we will be performing at a private function and on Saturday 6th July 2019 we will be one of the acts performing at the Underwood Festival, where we hope the sun will shine in support of all the many people providing entertainment, stalls and activities, and of course on the visitors!

Other events are also on the horizon, hence our rehearsals are in full swing as we learn new items to add to our repertoire.

Visit our website or look at our facebook page to see where we will be performing in the future – we look forward to seeing you.

Gem Connection ladies are all set to

celebrate their 21st birthday in May. The chorus which formed back in 1998 with just 22 members has now reached 70 strong.

The Ladies work extremely hard to maintain their high standard and continue to grow from strength to strength.

In March the ladies held an Open Evening for friends and families to show case their “Calamity Jane “competition package as they prepared to fly off to Spain to represent Great Britain and compete in the Spanish Barbershop Convention which took place at the beginning of April.

To find out more about Gem, please visit their web site www.gemconnection.org

refreshments of wine or fruit juice included from Jean Bush 0115 965 2195, Terry Robinson 0115 965 2396 and The Village Shop / Post OfÞce, Main Street, Woodborough or reserve tickets for door collection via music@nottinghamconcertband.org

Saturday 18th May at 7:30pm

conductor and music director: Robert Parker

Music for Everyone – VOCALS 2019 Fun singing workshop for primary school children over the weekend of 11th - 12th May, plus a concert at Nottingham’s Albert Hall on 19th May! Featuring songs from the hit films The Greatest Showman, Mary Poppins and lots more! Music packs, lyrics & CDs included. Enrolment fee: £16.

For more information & to book visit www.music-for-everyone.org/event/vocals-may-2019/ or ring 0115 958 9312.

Saturday Singers Summer Session In response to demand we will, this year, be holding a summer session starting on Saturday 11th May through to 20th July.

As always, singers do not need to read music or take auditions. You just need to enjoy a good sing. We meet at the Masonic Hall, Goldsmith Street, (opposite the new Trent University Building.)

Come along and give it a try. We start at 9.30 am Saturday Morning till Noon.

Check our web site www.thesaturdaysingers.org.uk

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Orchard Veterinary Centre Flystrike in Rabbits

Rabbits are particularly susceptible to flystrike if they are unable to keep themselves clean of urine and faeces. However, even healthy, active rabbits can get dirty bottoms from time to time.

Obesity can make it very difficult for a rabbit to clean urine or faeces from its fur, and so can arthritis, which is made even more problematic by obesity. Painful dental problems can make a rabbit reluctant or unable to clean itself properly.

Flystrike occurs when flies lay their eggs on an animal. The eggs hatch into maggots, which eat the flesh of the animal they are on. During hot weather maggots are more active and develop more rapidly. When the maggots begin to feast on the flesh of that animal, the results can be catastrophic. It only takes a few hours from flies laying eggs, to maggots hatching and eating into a rabbit's flesh. Once they are established, huge damage can be done and many rabbits don't recover.

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How to prevent flystrike:  In the summer months especially, rabbits must be checked at least twice per day. If their bottom is dirty, wash with warm water and a shampoo for small pets. Rinse thoroughly and dry as the smell of damp fur can attract flies too!  Soiled bedding and litter must be removed regularly, preferably daily. Left in the rabbit's home, it will attract flies and will itself soil fur.  Apply a preparation to your rabbit's fur that will prevent fly eggs from hatching. (Ask your vet for details of this product) If your rabbit gets flystrike this is an emergency. You need to get your rabbit to your vet immediately. Its life is in danger and it will be in great pain.

Orchard Veterinary Centre is a trading name of CVS (UK) limited (company registration number 03777473) whose registered office is at CVS House, Vinces Road, Diss, Norfolk IP22 4AY.

Join the Healthy Pet Club and get vaccinations, flea & worm treatments and lots of other benefits from £10.49. Call the practice to make an appointment

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Name a Puppy and Change a Life

Two young homeless cats are hoping that a repeat appeal will get them a home together.

Simon in black, and ginger Alvin were rescued as kittens last year by local charity, Animal Accident Rescue Unit. Whilst they have seen other cats rehomed – they are still waiting.

Currently with a fosterer, both are ideal feline companions and as their fosterer says: ‘Alvin and Simon have been completely overlooked, it’s sad and surprising because they’re both only a year old. They’re both so friendly and would love a quieter home, without children ideally, and to settle into their first proper abode!’

As with all the charity’s cats, both cats are micro-chipped, flea and worm treated, littertrained plus vaccinated – their new owners are responsible for further vaccinations.

Simon and Alvin would love to hear from potential adopters.

To arrange to meet them and for details, please either call 01159321555 or email admin@aaru.org.uk - leaving your contact details clearly. A volunteer will reply as soon as possible. All potential adoptions need a successful homecheck and cats are not rehomed on or near busy roads, unless indoor-only.

The charity does not cover healthy strays/ unwanted pets, but helps neglected, injured and vulnerable animals and birds. Anyone finding an animal needing emergency transport to a vet should leave a detailed message on 0115-9321555. For all rescued animals needing homes, see www. animalaccident.org.uk.

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With Guide Dog’s Name a Puppy scheme, your workplace, club or community group could choose a name for a guide dog puppy and sponsor them through their first year of training. Your support will set them off on their training journey to become a fully-fledged guide dog, helping a person who has lost their sight to regain their independence. As well as receiving ‘pupdates’ on your puppy’s progress through socialisation training, you will receive photographs and even get to meet your puppy. A young person’s version of Name a Puppy is also available for schools and youth groups to take part in.

Community Fundraiser, Jane Shelley says: “Our life-changing guide dog partnerships are only made possible through the support of local businesses, schools, community groups and individuals.

With the lifetime cost of each guide dog partnership, from birth to retirement, now over £55,000 we simply could not provide our services without the support of the local community.”

Guide Dogs are inviting businesses, schools, groups and individuals to get in touch to find out more about their services and the Name a Puppy scheme.

If you would like more information on how to get involved contact Nottingham Mobility Team on 0345 1430221 or via nottingham@guidedogs.org.uk

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Walks With Emily & Friends Caythorpe Circular Walk Walk distance: 4.2 miles Difficulty: Easy (although please note there are quite a few stiles) Starting point: The Black Horse Inn (car parking at the pub) NG14 7ED Caythorpe is about 30 mins drive from Nottingham city centre. This walk is particularly scenic and passes some great farm animals on the way.

Start the walk by turning right out of the pub car park, until you reach a road bridge over the Dover Beck. You will see a small turn off into a field marked by a public footpath sign and a green dog waste bin. Take this turning, and follow it round.

At the end of this path you will see a stile leading into a field of sheep, keep to the right of the field along the path and next to the beck. Carry on down the path and you will reach another stile. Go over it and through the gate directly on your right towards Mill Farm.

Ahead, you’ll cross Mill Stream (there is a ford on the left you can walk through, but the water was quite high when we went) there is also a footbridge, you’ll be pleased to know!

Continue down the farm track until you see another public footpath sign pointing left. Follow this along a clear fenced path (with a lake on your left and a ditch on your right).

Eventually you’ll reach the Gonalston- Hoveringham road. Cross this and carry on down the footpath.

There will be another lake on your left and ditch on your right. Keep walking until you see a footbridge on your right.

Go across the footbridge and follow the path towards and through the Hoveringham Village cricket field. Walk around the edge of the field and up past the Reindeer Inn on your left towards the main road through the village.

Carry on down the main road for about 150 yards until you reach Post Office Yard on your left. Directly opposite this and next to Laburnum Cottage there’s a footpath (marked public footpath). Follow it down until you reach a field.

Follow the edge of the field round to a stile at the top right and then continue to follow the path over a series of stiles. Eventually you will come to

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Lodgefield Lane - turn right down here until you reach Boat Lane. Turn left down Boat Lane and follow the road round the bend. You will now be able to see the River Trent.

Keeping the river on your left, follow the path for about a mile past the car park until you reach a gate. Go through the gate and continue along the side of the river. Please note these fields are used to graze cattle, so you will need to keep your dog on a lead at this point.

Continue until the hedgerow bends round to the right and you can see another gate in the distance.

Follow the path next to the hedgerow and through a gate to another field. Keeping to the right-hand side, follow this up until you reach the main roadHoveringham Road.

Continue down Hoveringham Road for a short distance until you reach the starting point, The Black Horse Inn.

To download the Ordnance Survey map route, and for more dog walks around the Nottinghamshire area and beyond: visit www.greatbritishdogwalks.com Follow us on social media for updates: Facebook: @greatbritishdogwalks Instagram: @greatbritishdogwalks Twitter: @gbdogwalks

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Evidence

Power Up Your Morning Routine With Breakfast Breakfast: the most important meal of the day?

Or, if you aren’t a morning person then it’s more like, breakfast: that thing you should get up 15 minutes earlier for, but pressing that snooze button twice more feels far more important.

What can

Whether you live for a big breakfast, or eat it in a hurry, there is a good case for making your first dish of the day a more nutritious one.

Why should I bother with breakfast?

Here is the confusing part...breakfast may not actually be the most important meal of the day. This popular marketing slogan was invented in 1944 to sell more cereal.

In fact, originally John Harvey Kellogg intended cereal to be the breakfast choice, not only to improve the health of Americans, but also to keep them from desiring sex. Yes, yes, you are reading this right. Mr Kellogg was a deeply religious and completely celibate being.

This isn’t the only reason you should be spitting out your cornflakes. It turns out, skipping breakfast doesn’t actually make you fat. Research studies conducted in Bath indicate that in terms of weight, eating breakfast or skipping it makes no difference.

Where eating breakfast does come into its own, however, is in improving comprehension, daytime energy and mood.

So unless you want to be moody, fatigued and lacking in intelligence then skipping breakfast is not a great idea.

It’s personal

Eva Humphries is a Nottingham based nutrit

and appreciator of good food. Eva holds health a the basics of nutrition, improving energy and deto Visit www.wholefoodwarrior.co.uk for more inform

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is a Nottingham based nutritionist, founder of Wholefood Warrior and appreciator of good food. Eva holds health and wellbeing wholefwarrior talks on topics including theWholefood basics ofWarrior nutrition, improving energy and detoxing.

Visit www.wholefoodwarrior.co.uk for more information.

What should you eat for breakfast?

Like any other meal, breakfast is a good opportunity to top up on some important micro and macronutrients.

There are three things we need in large amounts in our diets: protein, fats and carbohydrates, these are our macronutrients. In addition, vitamins and minerals are essential but in much smaller quantities.

To get the best out of that morning meal, consuming a balanced breakfast is the best option.

“Balanced” simply means, a meal that contains protein, fats, carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals in the correct quantities. In a nutshell, this doesn’t translate to cereal.

To achieve this, protein is a great starting point but to truly hit all of the food groups of a balanced meal, just add vegetables. Vegetables are great sources of vitamins and minerals as well as carbohydrates.

In “real life”, a balanced breakfast may look something like this: omelette with spinach, tomatoes and a slice of toast or a smoothie with protein powder, greens, flax seed and some frozen blueberries.

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HOW TO FUEL YOUR FITNESS

To recover we need calories, we need fuel. By restricting this, you’ll be slowing progress. You will also feel awful for hours after exercise, while blood sugar levels are at their lowest.

Ever thought about how your diet is affecting your training?

We need a little protein and a little carbs/fat pretraining. This will set us up for a great session and also help us to perform at a higher level so we can rack up a higher calorie expenditure number. Ideally you want lower GI index carbs for slow release on energy to fuel your workout longer. For example, whole grain bread or porridge.

Diet is often an overlooked factor when planning your training. A common misunderstanding is that to be losing weight you need to deprive your body of what it needs. This could, and probably is, affecting how well you progress within your fitness goals.

Some believe fasting before exercise improves results… the only thing it actually improves is how you feel during exercise. You’ll still burn the same number of calories and bodyfat whether you are fasted or fed.

Feeding your body up to 60 minutes before exercise will improve ‘in session’ results and still counts towards your daily intake. You’ve just utilised the window before training to aid your output intensity.

So, what about the window after training?

This is where your energy levels will be at their lowest, again a common mistake is to think you shouldn’t feed the body after exercise or it will affect your results.

Allow me to shine a little light here. Exercise is a stress induced by ourselves. We grow and gain in the recovery process (the resting phase).

Fuel pre and post exercise

Post-training, try to hit a good 20-30g of protein. We need this to start the repair process of damaged tissue.

Now add in some carbs. After training a little of each, (high and low GI) is good. The high GI carb will raise blood sugar levels quickly therefore not leaving you feeling low and tired, the low GI carb will steadily release energy giving you an AWESOME post workout feeling. Fats at this point take a little longer to bring your energy level back up. If you are following a keto diet, fat can be used for energy but just expect a slower release.

Here’s an idea for a great pre-workout smoothie. It doesn’t have to be chicken and rice everyday!

PB and J Smoothie 1 vanilla protein scoop 1 tsp (30g) peanut butter 100g frozen strawberries 100g ice 200-250ml almond milk 15g agave Protein 33g Fats 21g Carbs 28g Cals 377

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looking good, feeling great New Health Texting Service for Parents and Carers Across Notts

Parentline, a new text messaging service offering parents and carers across Nottinghamshire access to confidential health advice has been launched by Nottinghamshire Healthcare’s Healthy Family Teams.

With more and more people using hand held mobile devices, the new Parentline text messaging service is an easy way for parents and carers to confidentially ask for help about a range of issues, such as feeding and nutrition, emotional health and wellbeing, child development, behaviour difficulties and family health. They can also find out how to access other local services for example, School Health Team, breastfeeding support or health visitor led sessions.

Parents and carers of children aged 0-19 can contact the text messaging service for advice on Parentline 07520 619919. The service does not replace face-to-face contact with Healthy Family Teams but aims to offer an alternative, accessible method of contact and a flexible way to provide support.

Parentline is available from Monday to Friday 9.00am-4.30pm excluding bank holidays. Messages sent to the dedicated number are delivered to a secure website, and responded to by the Healthy Family Team. Texts are usually replied to within one working day. Automatic replies will be sent to any messages received out of hours explaining where to get help if their question is urgent, and when they can expect a response.

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Yoga for Everyone

You can’t open a magazine these days without reading about yoga; but why all the fuss and what’s it all about?

Yoga is an Indian philosophy that dates back thousands of years. The Sanskrit word yoga means unite and it was practised to create the union of the physical body, mind and spirit in order to reach enlightenment.

Different paths of yoga were created in order to reach this state. One of these paths was called Hatha yoga and its purpose was to develop the body in preparation for further spiritual practice.

These days, particularly in the west, we practice Hatha yoga. Classes largely focus on health and fitness but still with attention on how we feel in both our bodies and minds.

This is achieved using physical exercises (asana), breathing exercises (pranayama), meditation and relaxation.

Yoga is for everyone and the benefits are immense. It helps us to relax, release tension from our bodies and deal with stress.

It is energy giving, makes us stronger and more supple. It can also complement other forms of exercise, by using the muscles in a different way. Yoga is often recommended to alleviate physical symptoms of certain health conditions.

If you are looking for a class suitable for your needs, local publications and websites such as www.localyogaclasse.co.uk, list classes in your area.

For further information contact Jackie Hart at jemyoga7@gmail Tel 0781 667 9919

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Two new courses starting Saturday 27th April 2019 St Peter & St Pauls Church, Ruffs Drive, Hucknall, NG15 6JG. Free onsite parking Family Session with children aged 5-17 years* 9:30am-10:45am Adults Session with BMI 25+ 11am-12:30pm

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If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. Other groups £5.50+vat (150 characters). Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 926 9777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone effected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who would like to

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Nottingham Counselling Service - not-for-profit service providing high quality affordable counselling for anyone aged 16 & over in the Nottinghamshire area. Accredited services include individual, couples & employer assistance counselling. To find out more call 0115 950 1743 or email: info@nottinghamcounsellingcentre.org.uk. Located at Unit 5, Victoria Centre, Kent St, NG1 3LZ. Open 9am-8pm weekdays. Minimal waiting times.

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Smile! Stop Hate Crime - raises awareness and tackles disability hate crime. People with learning disabilities should not have to put up with harrassment and violence. REPORT it to the police on 101.

FREE legal advice clinic - at the CORE centre, Calverton every Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30pm. Lauren is a specialist family resolution lawyer and offers a minimum 45 min confidential free meeting. Call Lauren on 07990 806086 or email: lauren@focusfamilylaw.co.uk

Nottingham Eating Disorder Self-Help Group - for anyone aged 16+ affected by an eating disorder, sufferers, carers, family & friends welcome. Every other Monday from 6.30pm - 8pm in the Think Tank at Nottingham Trent Students Union. For info contact Maisie: 01332 367571 or maisie@firststepsed.co.uk

Recovery from Separation & Divorce Course - an 8 week course starting soon to help anyone struggling with the effects of relationship breakdown. At a city centre location. Contact Judy or Phil on 0115 779 1315 or email: judy. collinge@gracechurchnottingham.org Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption.

Come along for a chat with our friendly adoption team between 6pm - 7.30pm at our West Bridgford office, 7 Colwick Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 5FR. For more info visit www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811 Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk Chernobyl Children’s Life Line (CCLL) Nottingham - providing respite care holidays for children from Belarus & Ukraine who are affected by the ongoing consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Interested? Tel: 01949 842383 or email: ccllnottm116@aol.com or visit: www.ccll.org.uk/nottingham Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by circumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Sexy Mama Love Cicchetti, 15 Carlton St, NG1 1NL at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome - MESH is Nottingham’s self help group for people with ME/CFS. We have socials & run weekly relaxation, gentle moves & breathing sessions. Some joint events with people who have fibromyalgia. Contact Richard on 0115 925 2586 or email: riedd@btinternet.com

Bariatric Support Group Nottingham - Nottingham’s first support group for those who are waiting for, or have had any type of bariatric surgery. Carers, friends and family welcome. We meet 2nd Tues of the month 7pm - 9pm at the Hyson Green Community Centre, 37a Gregory Boulevard, Hyson Green, NG7 6BE. For more infol: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm

Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: eve@frameworkha.org

Depression - group meeting every month in Arnold, also one to one meetings available, limited spaces available. To find out more or to book your place please call Roxanne on 07988 083224 or email: roxannefreeman@hotmail.com Aching Arms - is a charity that brings comfort following the loss of a baby during pregnancy, at birth or shortly after.

For more information visit www.achingarms.co.uk Cornwater Evergreens - offers activities & friendship for older people. Friendship club runs Monday, Wednesday & Friday, 10am - 2.30pm. Memory club runs Thursday 10am - 2.30pm. Please call 01623 491159 for further information.

Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-to-

face advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or call 07973 113 882 Nottingham People’s Choir - singing for wellbeing and fun. Sponsored by the Royal Concert Hall (where we meet) & Institute of Mental Health. Every Thurs (term-time) 1pm -2.30pm. Only £2 (subsidised by sponsors). Highly professional Choir Leader, Abi Moore. We welcome all adults especially those who may not ordinarily join a choir & singing ability not essential! Phone Theo on: 07752536426 or email: theo.stickley@gmail.com

ng15 - helping hand group directory Notts Peer to Peer Network - information for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire and their carers.

Gateway Drop In, for mutual support, information, occasional outings and talks at St Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to 3.30pm. For more information contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1611.

Allsorts - Do you have physical or sensory disabilities? Want to meet new people? Aged 18-40? Have fun with like minded people, join Nottinghamshire Allsorts. email: allsortsnotts.org.uk or visit: www.allsortsnotts.org.uk

Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 958 4278 from 9am to 9pm.

Contact the Elderly - If you want to make a difference to the lives of elderly people in your local community, why not

consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Tracy Parr on 01522 306565/07914 152679 or email: tracy.parr@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info.

The Forget-Me-Not Dementia Support Group - Support group for people with dementia, their carers, family & friends.

Meet on 3rd Monday of each month from 1.30pm-3.30pm at Kirkby Trinity Community Centre Point, Diamond Ave, Kirkby-in-Ashfield. We welcome people from all areas to drop in for information, support and to meet others over a cuppa. For more info call Joan: 0776 3519196

Mark Spencer MP for Sherwood Advice Surgeries - Please phone the constituency office on 0115 968 1186 for an appt or email mark.spencer.mp@parliament.uk. Surgery 2nd Saturday monthly (10am-12pm) at Under One Roof, Vine Terrace, Hucknall, NG15 7HN. Coping with Anxiety - meet first & third Tuesday, 7pm til 9pm, monthly at Sherwood Community Centre, Mansfield Road, Sherwood. For more info call Albert Godfrey on 0115 967 9409 or email: albertgodfrey979@gmail.com Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk

Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help support group for those who have experienced the suicide of a family

member or someone close. For more information call 0115 911 1661 (mon - fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk

SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led

meetings are held in Nottingham on Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County.

For meeting details please contact Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661.

Nottingham Adult Sibling Group - do you have a brother or sister with life-long learning disability or autism? Would

you like to meet others with similar experiences? Come along to our support group & gain information & support as a sibling.

To register to attend the group visit www.sibs.org.uk Dyslexia Action, Nottingham - specialist tuition for literacy and numeracy for all ages. Full psychological assessments. Exam access arrangements. Awareness training for schools, colleges, work-based trainers and employers. Our Nottingham Office is based at 2 King Street, NG1 2AS. Please phone 0115 948 3849 for more information and a free consultation.

Mansfield & Ashfield Carers Support Group - meet 2nd Wednesday monthly, 2pm - 4pm at St Peter’s Centre, Churchside, Mansfield. We can offer friendship, info and advice to carers who support someone with mental health issues. Drop in for a warm welcome.

For more info call Joy: 01623 459681 or Cleo: 07824 838574.

Reach Out Residents - we are a group that is for all residents in West Hucknall. We meet about 5 times a year to discuss issues affecting our area & many statutory bodies including the police, Ashfield Homes, Trent Buses & others attend our meeting. We invite you to come along and have your say. Together we can make a difference! reachoutresidents@gmail.com. Find us now on Facebook.

MS Society - Nottingham and District Branch Drop-in meeting, the 2nd Wednesday every month at Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. We meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS including carers and family. Just turn up or contact Doug for more info: 0115 966 3582 Dizzy Self Help Group - for anyone in Notts area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s meetings

are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers & for mutual support. Meet at The City Mission, Parliament St. For more info ring Jeff on 0115 8451360.

Nottinghamshire & Derbyshire Ileostomy & Internal Pouch Support Group - a charity which is a self help group for people with these medical conditions. For more information please go to www.nottsandderbyia.org.uk Over The Rainbow Parkinsons Support Group - support for ANYONE affected by Parkinsons Disease. Our aims are to enjoy life & have fun. Monthly meeting with buffet lunch 11am - 1pm, 2nd Saturday at Southwell. Email: overtherainbowuk@gmal.com or call Sandra & Michael on 01636 812399

Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider. Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs at Herbert Buzzard Court, Hucknall. Fridays at Marion Murdoch Court, Gedling: 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page) Ashfield Citizens Advice - we are at Hucknall market place every other Friday from 8.30am - 2pm. Just come along to get the advice and information you need. See our website: www.ashfieldca.org.uk for more information.

Hard of Hearing/Deaf - Hard of Hearing Social Group (2nd and 4th Friday, 10am-2pm), Social Night (1st and

3rd Thursday, 7pm till late) and lip-reading classes (days and evening). For further details phone 0115 970 0516, text 07817275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk

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TITHE GREEN NATURAL BURIAL GROUND

“A meadow and woodland for remembrance in Sherwood Forest in the County of Nottinghamshire” 9 miles north of Notts City Centre | Salterford Lane, Calverton. NG14 6NZ Member of the Association of Natural Burial Grounds Tel 01623 882210 (Op 2) or 07800 635037 E: burialground@oxtonestate.com | www.woodlandburialoxton.co.uk

“Best Burial Ground in the UK 2018”

Nottingham Flower Club

9 May workshop 23 May “All that Jazz” Judy Watker 13 June club competition 27 June “Artistic License” Dawn Weaver

Bluecoat School Sixth Form, NG8 5GY (look for the banner) Refreshments from 7pm All Welcome

Info: Sonia 07731 742882

Dover Beck Flower Club

Burton Joyce Village Hall, NG14 5EY 7pm - Visitors welcome - £5

May 16 - Garden evening Andrew Ward (Norwell Nursery) June 20 - For the love of Flowers - Tony Brown For more information and tickets please call 0115 962 1852

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Breathe Easy Hucknall - meetings held 4th Tuesday of every month. 1-3pm at our NEW venue; Rolls Royce Leisure Fitness

Centre, The Pavilion, Watnall Rd, NG15 6EP. Ample free parking. For more info tel: Mal Clarke on 07702 339618.

Irish Community Cancer Group - self help group for people affected by cancer in the Irish community. Meet the last Wed of the month 10.30am - 12.30pm at Self Help Nottingham, NG1 2EG. For more info call 0115 911 1661 Carers in Hucknall & surrounding areas - meet at John Godber Centre, Ogle Street on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday, monthly. From 1.30pm to 4pm. All welcome.

Gingerbread - is a friendship group for single parent families from all walks of life, whether you are a mum, dad, carer or grandparent bringing up children on your own, & kids are always welcome! Join Gingerbread for free at www.gingerbread.org.uk/membership and contact the Hucknall group at www.facebook.com/groups/hucknallgingerbread; email - hucknallgingerbread@outlook.com; or text 07950 780577.

Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7-9pm on the 2nd Thurs every other month. Partners welcome. For further information ring Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Tues monthly - 7pm-8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge to people with any terminal illness and their carers. For a few hours each week, our trained volunteers will visit people in their homes offering companionship and support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or email: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.mariecurie. org.uk/helper for more information.

Al_Anon - is a family group who meet twice weekly to give support to family & friends who have or are living with the stress of alcoholics. The meetings take place at 25 Clarendon St, Nottingham. Mon 7pm - 8.30pm & Fri 7.30pm - 9pm. For more info call 020 7403 0888 or visit: www.al_anonuk.org.uk

My Sight Notts - provides support & advice for people with sight loss including aids & equipment, IT support, sighted guides & befriending, peer support & social groups, arts & choir, sports & healthy lifestyle activities. For more info call 0115 9706 806 or email: info@mysightnotts.org.uk.

Heart Support Group - run by Nottingham City Primary Care Cardiac Service. Meet on first Wednesday each month from 2-4pm at Bakersfield Comm. Centre. Also groups in Clifton and Hyson Green. Contact cardiac team for more info on: 0115 883 4733 Dementia Drop In - at St Peter’s Church lounge, Sheepwalk Lane, Ravenshead. Held on 2nd Wednesday each month. Come along for coffee & chat between 2-4pm, you will be made most welcome. For further info call: Margaret 01623 798854, Kathryn - 01623 795886 or Jackie - 01623 439019

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My name is Holly and I’m proud to work for Macmillan Cancer Support. My job is to involve people who are living with cancer in Nottinghamshire in developing and improving local cancer services. The people I work with can be people who have cancer, their family members or carers. I also work with people who may not have cancer, but who can help Macmillan understand the barriers their community can face in accessing cancer services, and how Macmillan can help change this.

Did you know that in 2017 there were 35,600 people in Nottinghamshire known to be living with cancer and that this number is set to double by 2030 to over 71,000.

Macmillan is funding a variety of local services across Nottingham and Nottinghamshire, including a £6 million investment in the Macmillan Cancer Partnership in Nottingham where we work alongside partners to deliver projects and services to the growing number of people who need them.

Whatever cancer throws your way, we’d like to be right there with you and I would like to hear from people living with cancer, from all ages and communities, so that we can use their experience and knowledge to get services right.

There are lots of ways to get involved, from taking part in discussion groups or interviews, becoming a community researcher, campaigning, volunteering or becoming a member of a patient panel.

If you are interested, you can email me at hswinckels@macmillan.org.uk Need to talk? We’ll be right there with you by simply calling 0808 808 00 00, 7 days a week, 8am-8pm or we’re online 24/7 www. macmillan.org.uk

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REVISION

PREPARE...PLAN...PRACTICE

As the mum of a year 11, revision is a hot topic in our house at the moment. This is the time of year when many of us are either sitting exams, revising for exams or helping our children with exam preparation.

Schools can be brilliant at helping their students with advice, extra lessons, revision aids and mocks, but at the end of the day they can’t sit those exams for us (shame!).

Parents and young people all cope differently with the pressure of exams. As a parent the most important thing we can do is be there – whether that means working through flash cards or offering a cuppa.

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PRACTICE

My son’s bedroom is a place of mystery and intrigue. Things go in and are never seen again.

There are piles of leaflets, flash cards, revision booklets and random school work along with empty crisp packets, sweet wrappers and clothes that were ironed three weeks ago but have still not found their way to the wardrobe...

With exams looming, a bit of forward planning can really help ease any panic. Work back from the exam timetable and factor in out of school activities, then set realistic (you know your child) slots for revision. Agree them and stick to them. It’s easier said than done, I know, but it’s a start.

Sadly, there is no short cut to learning. It’s all about getting as much practice as possible in whatever way suits you. There are loads of great apps and websites to help with revision.

For today’s young people who are IT and smart phone savvy this can be really helpful. We have used apps for long car journeys and they have been really effective.

My first piece of advice is to get sorted (unless you are lucky enough to have an organised young person). Preparation is key to good revision. We got some A4 file boxes, labelled up with subjects and then sorted all the odds and sods into the right box. Clear A5 zip bags from Amazon were brilliant for all the different flash cards.

Even if he doesn’t do a scrap of revision – at least it’s all well organised and tidy!!

Short bursts are more effective then slogging away for hours.

Everyone revises differently and each young person needs to do what feels right for them. I used to do hundreds of mock papers over and over. Some people prefer reading and repeating.

There are hundreds of websites to help with techniques. My son favours the “I’ll do some later” school of revision.

Extra lessons before, after and at lunchtime are brilliant for reluctant revisers – the school environment has no distractions and teachers are on hand to help.

BBC Bitesize, Seneca, Maths Watch and Quizlet are just a few great websites that spring to mind. They cover most subjects and exam boards.

Revision books can also be a great resource. Written in a very student friendly way they often include model exam answers and practice questions. However, a word of warning, make sure you get the correct exam board and don’t waste your money if your child isn’t prepared to use them. I wasted a lot of money going down this route.

Good luck to everyone and remember, give it your best shot then relax and enjoy a well earned summer break.

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.... Is your child aged between 3-12 years? Do they have a passion for singing, dancing, and acting? Are you looking to build their confidence levels?

If so, then why not get them to join New Youth Theatre for their production of “The Wizard of Oz” Classes for West Hucknall are run on Wednesday Evenings at the West Hucknall Baptist Church, Ruffs Drive, NG15 6JN Visit us on www.newyouththeatre.co.uk/nottingham Call Neil or Vicky on 01623 406284 or email nottingham@newyouththeatre.co.uk to arrange a free taster session or for more information. Rehearsals start Sept 2019

Robotics Club Regional Final

In October 2018, our new robotics club formed. There were several new faces joining our experienced members, preparing for the competition day on 8th March at Rolls Royce, Derby.

First up was a drag race over four metres. Each team was called up to the stage one at a time to take part. Our name was called first and we looked a nervous group! We recorded a time of 2.5 seconds. The next group managed 9 seconds, so we were feeling pretty good. In the end, we finished in 8th place, but we did improve on our time in the second run!

We then began a rotation around four different challenges. The mat challenge involved gathering engines for a plane, collecting humanitarian aid to take on the flight and getting the engineer to the plane ready for take-off.

Our robot then had to climb a steep ramp for bonus points. On the first attempt, we managed two of the tasks. Later on in the day, we had another opportunity and managed five of the tasks – a great improvement. There were two presentations to do, one of which Ryan claimed was the best thing he’d ever done! Finally, there was a mystery teamwork challenge which the group really enjoyed.

There were presentations to finish the day, with prizes awarded to the top two teams and the winners of each challenge. Unfortunately, we didn’t make it through to the finals, but we were pretty pleased to finish in the top ten in the region!

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If you run a group or club for kids this is the page for you. For not-for-profit or charities your listing is free. Other groups pay just £5.50+vat per edition (150 characters). Call 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ ngmagazines.org.uk

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Papplewick Pre-School Group Papplewick Village Hall, Linby Lane, Papplewick. Open Mon/Wed/Thurs from 9am-3pm & Tues/Fri 9am-noon. Lunch & Learning Club: Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri noon-1.30pm. Please call Kelly Wright for more info on: 0115 963 4913

Applegarth Day Nursery - Robey Close, Linby, NG15 8AA. Open Monday-Friday 7.15am - 6.15pm.

Exceptional care for children, ages 6 weeks - 5 years & wrap around care for 8 local schools. OFSTED GOOD. For further details please call 0115 963 1296 or visit www.applegarthdaynursery.co.uk Ravenshead Pre-School Playgroup - Swinton Rise, Ravenshead. Open 9am - 3.15pm Mon-Fri, termtime only. Learning through play for children 2-5years. OFSTED-GOOD. Funded sessions available. For further details call 01623 490707 or visit: www.ravensheadpreschoolplaygroup.co.uk Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in Daybrook Baptist Church, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, Wed - 6.15-8pm. Visit our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun!

Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. We meet

Thursdays 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood. Call 0115 960 7912 or visit www. absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more information.

Nottingham Sea Cadets - Waterside Way, Nottingham, NG2 4DP. T: 0115 958 0528. E: nottinghamseacadets@live.co.uk W: http://units.ms-sc.org/nottingham. Tues & Thurs eves 7pm - 9.15pm.

Tumble Tots - Britain’s leading National Active Physical Play Programme for children from crawling to 7 years. Visit www.tumbletots.com/nottingham for details.

Hucknall Sports YCFC - always wanting new players, all age groups from U8’s to U18’s. Well established club (est.1977) provides organised junior football with qualified FA coaches in a safe & friendly manner on both Sat & Sundays. Contact www.hucknallsports.com or ring 0115 9521122 for further info.

Hucknall Pre-school playgroup - Baptist Church, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Open Mon/Tue & Fri 9am - 3pm. Wed/Thur 9am - 12pm. For more info call 07544 510610.

St Johns Ambulance Cadets - (10-18yrs) Tues at 6.30 - 8.00pm approx. Seymour Road Baptist Church.

Call Steve Cross on 0115 952 9683.

Hucknall Mini’s Basketball - Hucknall Leisure Centre. Tues 7-8pm (7-10yrs) & 8-9pm (11-12yrs). £2.50. Call Adam McGrory on 07732211696.

Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Road, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UN. Mondays & Fridays 6.30pm - 7.30pm, April - October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663.

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Rolls Royce Leisure JFC Mon 6-7pm, Tues - 6-8pm, Wed - 6-8pm, Thurs -6-9pm. All age groups. Always looking for new players to join our family friendly club playing Sat am/pm & Sun am. Call John on 07920 154129 or www. rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk

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2nd Hucknall Scout Group Mon: 6.15-7.45pm (Cubs), Wed: 6-7.15pm (Beavers), Fri: 7.30-9.30pm (Scouts). For more info please contact Dave Clifton 07436 797916 (meet at scout hut behind John Godber Centre) Notts County Ladies Development Football Club

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New players wanted to strengthen our successful squads from U9s (year 3). Junior teams compete in the Notts Girls & Ladies Football League. Come and join us for a training session on Wednesdays 6-8pm at National Cof E Academy, Hucknall. For more info contact Carol: 07963 820612/secretary@nottscountyladiesfc.co.uk

Hucknall Judo Club - meet Thursday 7.15 - 9pm at National Junior School, Montague Rd, Hucknall. All ages welcome. Contact 07785 530256.

Edgewood Judo Club - meet every Monday evening 6pm to 8.30pm at Edgewood Leisure Centre, Christchurch Road, Hucknall. For details call 0115 952 1346.

Nottingham BMX Race Track - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run coaching sessions Saturdays: 9.30am onwards. Gates Thur (Spring/Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also BMX races. For more info:email@ nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or facebook: Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www.nottinghamoutlaws. com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell.

Guides, Brownies & Rainbows - Nottinghamshire HQ - 987 7220.

Nottingham Junior & Girls’ Voices & Nottingham Youth Choir - choirs for children 7-21yrs. Rehearsals take place Tues (term time only) 6.15pm - 7.30pm (Junior & Girls’ Voices) & 7.30pm-9pm (Youth Choir) at Nottingham Emmanuel School. For more info call 0115 958 9312 or admin@music-for-everyone.org

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Competition Winners

Congratulations to: M Waldron who won theatre tickets; A Martin, Mr & Mrs Leighton, P Charlton, H Butler & S McCormack who won cinema passes;L Woodhouse & E Garibaldi who won £50 meals; E Best who won one4all vouchers; Thanks to: Theatre Royal, Savoy Cinema, The Banyan Tree

Delivering local information to parents of children and young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities in Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.

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Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - Saturday 18 May 11am-1pm at The Ashfield School, Sutton Rd, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, NG17 8HP. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.

Oceans of Fun Indoor Soft Play Centre - Spring St, Hucknall - suitable for 0-11yrs. Open 7 days.

Comfy area for adults & cafe. Parties from £6.60 per child. Outdoor play area with seating. Free car park. See www.oceansoffun.co.uk or call 0115 963 3961 for more info.

Little Lambs - baby & toddler group in St John’s Church, 1 Nottingham Rd, Hucknall, NG15 7QN. Every other Friday 2.15pm-3.15pm. For more info call Louise: 07969 572731 or louise.sje@gmail.com Oceans Day Nursery - Spring St, Hucknall, NG15 7BZ - open Mon - Fri 7.15am - 6.15pm. Full day care from 6 weeks to 5 years. Breakfast/After School Care. Ofsted Good. Call 0115 963 5651 or email: oceansdaynursery@btconnect.com or visit www.oceansoffun.co.uk Parent & Toddler Group - Mondays (term-time only) from 9.30am - 11.30am at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, NG15 7HJ. For more info call 0115 963 4881.

Hucknall BABES Breastfeeding Group - Sure Start Centre, Broomhill Rd, every Monday 1pm 2.45pm. An informal group for breastfeeding mothers & mothers-to-be who would like information & support on breastfeeding.

Who Let The Dads Out?- group for dads, grandads or male carers and their children aged 0-10yrs.

Meet every 4th Saturday from 10-11.30am at West Hucknall Baptist Church. For more info email: wltdohucknall@outlook.com Kids Club - Thursdays (term-time only) 5.30pm - 6.45pm at the Salvation Army Community Centre, High St, NG15 7HJ. Suitable for ages 5+. For more info call 0115 963 4881.

Air Training Corps 1803 (Hucknall) Sqn) - The Aerodrome, Watnall Rd, Hucknall. Ages 13-18yrs.

Wed 7pm - 9pm.

Hucknall Sports YCFC Soccer School - fun environment for 4 to 6yr boys & girls. Now outside at The New Wigwam, Kenbrook Rd, off Paplewick Lane, Hucknall, NG15 8HR. From 9.30am til 11am Sats and Sun mornings. Contact Alwyn Sears 07748 842156 or Derek Day 0115 9521122 or visit www. hucknallsports.com for more info.

Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills: fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, sport, BTEC, DofE and much more. Young people 12yrs to 18yrs. For more information visit Armycadets.com to find your nearest Detachment or tel: 0115 9837645 Nottingham Youth Band - if you’re 8yrs+ and play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument to Grade 2 or above, come along & try out our Youth Band. Rehearsals are Tues (NYB West Bridgford) & 2nd (NYB Arnold Beavers, Explorers - Beavers 6.30-7.45 Fri | Cubs Panther Grp Thurs Beeston).

ForCubs, more Scouts info call & 0115 958 9312 or admin@music-for-everyone.org 7-8.30pm Tues | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs Wed Explorers 8-9.30pm - fun,| Scouts games 7.30-9pm & adventure for| ages 5-11yrs.

Come Fri. Hucknall Boys Brigade & Girls Association Contact Yeatmanevenings 0115 956at9865/0787505 6784 and join usNoel on Thursday Hucknall Central Methodist Church. Email 18thbb@gmail.com for more info.

Hucknall Bumps & Babies - Monday mornings - 10am to 12pm at Watnall Road Community Centre.

Rolls Royce Soccer School - for 5 to 7 yr old boys & girls every Sunday morning 10 til 12pm. Watnall Road, Hucknall. Contact head coach John Cheetham on 07920 154129 or www.rollsroyceleisurejfc.co.uk

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still no response. Slightly unnerved I called one of my housemates and between us we couldn’t get it to function. We just sat there, wordless. Gutted. Bizarrely I hung onto both the machine and the games for a year or so, possibly in the hope of some Lazarus style miracle.

Barring the brief return to Playstation, I now own an Xbox 360. It does me fine for my gaming needs and, truth be told, I own more games than I’ll end up playing (and certainly more than I’ll end up completing). My son and I engage in regular games of Fifa, Lego Star Wars or Harry Potter, and he’s even taught me how to play Minecraft.

I

used to be alright at playing computer games, I spent many hours of my youth (probably too many) playing various games on various systems.

Yet now, my mojo has left me. I think this might be the first stage of admitting that I’m getting old. How do I know this? My son reminds me every time we play. It only takes a game or two for me to realise how far I’ve fallen. Now my son takes me apart on a regular basis. Like a professional footballer whose best days are gone, it’s a chastening experience to see the youth overtake you.

My love of games started when my family got a ZX81 (ask your dad kids), and on the occasions that the computer didn’t overheat we got to play and a passion was born. My best friend had a Spectrum and I graduated to a Commodore 64. Those glory days were characterised by having to play 2 player games each using different halves of the keyboard, constant arguments about which was the best joystick on the market, spending our pocket money on tapes (yes, tapes), and engaging in all sorts of despicable cheating to ensure we always got one over on each other.

Then consoles hit and I variously owned a Megadrive, Playstation, and a Dreamcast (probably my favourite ever console). And I still remember the day my Dreamcast died with perfect clarity. I went to play a game of Jet Set Radio after work. I pressed the “on” button and nothing happened. I pressed it again,

Now though, the pressure’s on. He wants to play Fortnite and I know he’ll be well ahead of me. He already plays with his mates and now they’re telling me to update to a new console. There’s nothing as embarrassing as being told by a bunch of kids to up your game!

And here’s the kicker, I think that these days I’d rather put on a game where I don’t have to think too hard.

It’s easier for me to play a familiar game than work out something completely new. There’s nothing that worries me more about computer games than having to learn a new set of controls, or spend all that time getting into the story.

I still love playing computer games, it’s a great pastime, but I’m certainly not the best player in the world. I’m not even the best in my house! And games are everywhere these days, on computers, consoles, tablets and phones. There’s never been a better time to play them, and I look forward to both my children realising that dad isn’t actually that good at them, no doubt they’ll end up teaching me (assuming they don’t think I’m completely rubbish).

Edging into my forties, I’m a wrangler of two young children who are either going to keep me eternally young or drive me to an early grave. I’ll be sharing some of my experiences of parenthood and my terrible attempts at staying relevant!

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Here is the second half of the interview with Nottinghamshire Police PCSO (Police Community Support Officer) Paula Hipkiss into the valuable role she has held for several years.

Q: What’s the best part of your role?

A: I am a great believer in making a difference, no matter how big or small, in my community. I like the fact that people know me by name and feel reassured to see me around. I consider myself to be approachable and to the best of my ability assist in helping people change their life for the better.

I work on a great team, we all bring together our own experiences from life no matter how young or old we are. Team working is essential in any job and a big part of this role.

Q: What’s moment?

your

proudest

A: I have two. It is genuinely helping people to get their life back on the right track. A lady I dealt with had turned to alcohol to deal with everyday life, causing issues not only for herself but her young children. Advice and encouragement was given and support throughout her time asking for help. One year down the line she is a confident lady who has not drunk for 11 months, cares well for her children and now supports other families in similar circumstances.

I have also been heavily involved in providing a service to a volunteer bureau which provides a personal crime prevention course to residents in the area whose first language isn’t English.

I have provided course notes, had meetings with the course tutors and attended a final question and answer session. This course has been running for a couple of years and I have been working with them since its launch.

Q: What would you say to anyone looking to follow in your footsteps?

A: My advice to anyone thinking of joining Nottinghamshire Police is …

GO FOR IT. Our role has evolved so much since it first started. You need to be flexible, level-headed and able to communicate on all levels. Your patience will be tested at times. The role does include working shifts so be prepared for this.

Come and help us make a difference I look forward to working alongside you in the future.

Nottinghamshire Police is recruiting. Please visit www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/careers for details of what opportunities are currently available.

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