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HAPPY 2018

TO ALL OUR READERS!!!

We hope you all had a wonderful Christmas holiday full of laughter and love!

After eating too much, drinking way too much, sitting still for too long and spending like there’s no tomorrow in December, we all take a deep breath and plough through January and February feeling a bit meh!

Hopefully with the help of our regular contributors this needn’t be the case!! Healthy recipes, a fitness challenge and some uplifting advice should help lift your spirits.

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LIVE SMART, AGE WELL! G

etting older doesn’t necessarily mean resigning yourself to the slippery slope of illness, weight gain and infirmity. Many conditions previously believed to be an inevitable consequence of old age are now known to be largely controllable depending on the lifestyle choices we make. Of course genes do play a part, but far less than previously thought, and genes can be switched on and off depending on the choices we make - they are not our destiny.

Some links are well documented, like smoking with lung cancer and sunburn with skin cancer, but we now know that a large proportion of cancers are linked with environmental factors (such as colorectal cancer and processed meat). Cancer Research Campaign estimate that over 40% of cancers could be prevented through better lifestyle choices. Many other chronic illnesses could be avoided too. Dementia, the leading cause of death in the UK, is now believed to be 30% avoidable by exercising and eating well.

The fact is that we have a lot more control over our health than we ever thought possible. This is exciting! We don’t need to allow illness and disease to take over our lives as a consequence of ageing.

As with most things in life, the results depend on how much effort we are prepared to put in.

Feeling the highs of post-exercise endorphins and increased energy from choosing good food will

make us feel great. The effort needed as we age is generally well rewarded.

It’s never too late to make positive changes, especially when past damage can sometimes be repaired. It really is possible to wind the clock back. Certain diseases such as type 2 diabetes can sometimes be reversed with radical improvements to diet. More surprisingly, some studies are suggesting that some aspects of dementia and cognitive decline can be reversed through diet and exercise.

When considering a healthy lifestyle, it’s important to take a long-term perspective and make choices and form habits that can be sustained. We can improve our food choices, eat mindfully and resist overeating. Taking regular exercise (even walking) is essential for both physical and mental health and is particularly linked with good brain function in later life. Avoid smoking for optimal health. Also, stress must be managed and good relationships nurtured. Small changes can reap significant improvements in how we feel.

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With the New Year celebrations well out of the way, we now have Easter fast approaching. The shops are already crammed with chocolate eggs! Here at Strength & Physique we have a radical idea... Instead of giving something up for lent why not try taking up a new healthy fitness habit for 40 days?

GET FIT IN 40 DAYS! Having a full 40 days is a great way to introduce a new health or fitness goal and there’s a good chance after 40 days it will become a habit rather than a fad.

If you have missed the New Year, new me window then don’t worry, we’re here to help.

It’s common for us to give up a particular food for lent either as a personal challenge or for religious reasons. Why not introduce a new fitness habit to help with positive change instead? We think it’s a great idea. Rather than depriving yourself you are adding something amazing and rewarding to your life.

Starting off with something as simple as a daily walk if you aren’t regularly active, all the way up to fitness challenges produced by companies like us to help you make a change at whatever level of fitness you are at.

We find that most people respond positively to either a time frame challenge or an advent style count down, so get thinking about what would work for you.

We can all make positive changes through fitness in some way, shape or form and if you stick to it from day 1, you should find that by day 40 you will want to continue with your new journey and see where this path takes you.

Taking the 40 day challenge is a great way to meet new people, take you out of a negative environment if you feel stuck, improve your quality of life and hopefully have great fun doing something different.

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Beginners Start with a simple walk for 30-60 minutes a day, just become a little more active. If you have a fitness tracker maybe aim for 10,000 steps a day. If this is easy, aim for 15,000.

Intermediate If walking is too easy now, try jogging – maybe aim for 5k at the end of the challenge. Get an app for your phone to help. Join a running group or if financially possible, join a local fitness club. Let the motivation of others around you lift you to new heights.

Experienced If you struggle to find new ways to challenge yourself, why not look to a professional for help? Pushing yourself to achieve something that seemed impossible only a few months ago can become a reality with the help of a professional coach. Maybe you are entering a competition, working towards a title or entering a massive fitness challenge. You can become that athlete!

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ng2 - helping hand - group directory 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. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk 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 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information either ring Self Help UK on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk Good Neighbours - a social-activity based afternoon for the over 50s. Beating lonliness, enjoying activities; making new friends. We meet on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 1:30 – 3pm at The Rock Hub, the Rock Church, 13-15 Wellin Lane, Edwalton, NG12 4AS. Please contact The Rock Church for more information on 07913426051

Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone affected by the loss of a baby during pregnancy who would like to meet with other women and men who have shared similar experiences. Meet 3rd Thursday monthly 7-9pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive. For info contact Kymm 0115 8449484 or 07870 771326 or kymmiestroud@hotmail.com

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.

Memory Café - held at Lutterell Hall, Church Drive on the 3rd Thursday of the month 1pm - 3.30pm. Friendly, informal

& welcoming place for anyone with dementia & their carers. For practical info & emotional support. For more info contact the Alzheimer’s Society, Castle Heights, 72 Maid Marion Way, NG1 6BJ. Call 0115 934 3800 or 0115 934 3811 or email: nottsdass@alzheimers.org.uk. This is a free service. Free parking & refreshments are available.

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: algodfrey@talktalk.net

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

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 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 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.

Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5pm - 7pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Just turn up.

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.

Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Sam or Alison on 0115 962 1153

Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - we support people with any type of arthritis. We meet last Friday of each month at Sherwood Community Centre from 11am - 1pm. For more info call Muriel Weisz on 0115 920 9100

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

Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177.

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

West Bridgford Shopmobility - a charity helping people with mobility problems to move easily around the shops & attractions of West Bridgford. Short-term hire scheme for scooters/wheelchairs also available. Call us on 0115 981 5451, find us on Facebook or at www.wbshopmobility.co.uk or visit us behind West Bridgford library on Mon, Wed & Fri.

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

ng2 - helping hand - group directory 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.

Carewatch in Nottingham - is a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. We are open weekdays

from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers & bingo. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959 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 Tuesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com

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 Thurs evenings & Sat mornings. For meeting details please visit www.smartrecovery. org.uk/ or contact Self Help UK Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am-1pm) or e: info@selfhelp.org.uk

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 Notts Peer to Peer Network - information for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire & 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 info email: mail@nottspeertopeernetwork.com or visit: www. nottspeertopeernetwork.com

Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by curcumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Edin’s, Broad Street at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

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 info: 0754 621 5757 1pm - 4pm

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.

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 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.

Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-toface advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor: david.hall@thedebtadvicenetwork.org or call 07973 113 882

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 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

ADHD - a support group for adults with ADHD. Meet 3rd Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115 982 2573 for more info.

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

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

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. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or contact Doug for more information. Tel: 0115 966 3582

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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 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.

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.

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 Rushcliffe All Ears Group - are you affected by hearing loss, tinnitus or balance issues? 3rd Tuesday every month at Epperstone Court, Epperstone Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 7QR from 10.30am - 12noon. Come and enjoy tea, coffee & a chat. Speakers & outing, hearing aids maintenance by professional every 5 mths. Info & advice always available. For further info call Jennifer: 0115 981 4077 or email: jenniferletts@live.co.uk ot text/phone: 07746 168433 or Self Help UK: 0115 911 1661 Trent Bridge Parkinson’s Cafe - where people living with Parkinson’s (inc. partners, carers, friends) meet in an informal setting for conversation, laughter, friendship & mutual support. Any age, any stage. 10am-12noon, last Tues every month (ex.Dec). Welbeck Banqueting Hall, Welbeck Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 7QW. Email: trentbridgeparkinsonscafe@ gmail.com

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a helping hand Hospice Hails Its Heroes

Staff at Nottinghamshire Hospice have paid tribute to volunteers who ran, climbed, biked and skydived their way to raising an incredible £26,000 for the charity during 2017.

The 49 charity challenge fundraisers were honoured at an event hosted by the hospice, in Woodborough Road, Nottingham, to say thank you for their efforts.

Attended by Sherriff of Nottingham Councillor Glyn Jenkins and Great Britain two times World Champion para-triathlete Steve Judge, the event heard how many of the volunteers had pushed their bodies and minds to the limit, often in memory of a loved one who had benefitted from the care and professionalism of the hospice’s staff.

They included a woman who lost four stone before performing a skydive – raising £1,000 in the process – a husband and wife team who ran the Nottingham Marathon and another volunteer who raised £3,000 by walking along the Great Wall of China.

Another fundraiser honoured on the night was 29-year-old Amy Wesson (pictured) from Clifton, who raised £2,000 by running the Ikano Robin Hood Half Marathon – her first road race - last September.

Mr Judge, who knows a bit about overcoming challenges himself, having battled back from losing his right leg in a car crash to becoming a champion triathlete, also paid tribute to the volunteers.

He said: “It was amazing to hear some of the stories of the volunteers and how they overcame fears or pushed themselves beyond what they thought possible in order to raise what is a tremendous amount of money.”

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Just the winter blues?

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ven though the festive season is over and all the fairy lights have been packed away for another year, it can feel like we’re stuck in the darkness of winter for some time yet. Even the most robust of us can start to pine for the lighter evenings and milder weather of spring.

It’s not unusual for those of us in Northern climes to feel a bit down at this time of year due to the dark nights and short days. But for some people it goes beyond just feeling a bit glum and longing for a bit of sunlight because they suffer from a condition called Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) – a form of recurring depression that strikes as the days get shorter and the dark nights take hold. Whilst the causes of SAD are unknown, it is thought that a lack of exposure to sunlight interferes with the production of melatonin and serotonin, both hormones playing a role in mood regulation.

Symptoms of SAD resemble other forms of depression. You may find yourself suffering from a persistent low mood or losing any interest or pleasure in your normal everyday activities. You might experience sleep difficulties, in particular an inability to drag yourself out of bed in the morning, and that lethargy and lack of energy could follow you around all day. These are all symptoms of SAD but they are just as likely to point to non-seasonal depression too. People often mistakenly equate depression with suicidal feelings or desires to selfharm, which can lead some sufferers to believe that their persistent low mood and lack of enjoyment in life can’t be depression because they have no desire to end their life. Suicidal feelings should always

be taken seriously and if you, or someone close to you, is experiencing those kinds of feelings then they need to see a doctor. But please don’t dismiss an ongoing low mood or feelings of despair and worthlessness as something that you should just “get over” – these also indicate a depressive mood and should also be taken seriously.

Whether your winter blues are caused by SAD or by non-seasonal depression, there are things you can do to feel better. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, there are a number of lifestyle measures you can take. Regular exercise can be particularly beneficial in reducing depressive feelings as can productive activity, such as indulging in a hobby.

For SAD sufferers, light therapy can help in terms of replacing the sunlight in winter months.

Sometimes the feelings run deeper and are harder to shift and that is when talking therapies such as CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) or counselling may be helpful. Antidepressant medication may also be required to help get your brain chemicals running at the correct levels again. There is no shame in seeking help for depressive thoughts – depression is an illness just like the flu.

So, if you are feeling struck down by the winter blues at the moment, it might be a good idea to take a few minutes to think about whether this is just a minor mood blip or whether these feelings have been hanging around a little too long. Help is always available if you need it.

Marie Scott is a CBT therapist and psychotherapist, based at Maple House Clinic in Eastwood, NG16 3BD. She deals with issues such as anxiety, depression, stress and anger amongst many others. For more information about Marie and the issues she can help with, please visit www.chrysalistherapyservices.co.uk or give her a call on 07791 894227. Marie provides all clients a safe and confidential space in which to deal with their issues.

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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 £5+vat (150 characters) per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Just Friends West Bridgford - a very friendly club for single, local people aged 55+. 25+ events each month inc. theatre,

coach trips, holidays, pub nights etc. Monthly club coffee morning. Call Lillian on 0115 846 2225 or Irene on 0115 878 1905 or visit www.justfriendswestbridgford.wordpress.com for further information.

Salsa Dance Lessons - for beginners & improvers - Tuesdays 8pm - 9pm at West Bridgford Methodist Church, Patrick Road, NG2 7PQ. Contact Jane on 07779 605092 or email: salsa-baile@btinternet.com National Women’s Register - is a ladies’ group that meets in members houses. We do a variety of activities inc. lunches, discussions on a wide variety of topics, walks, games evenings, telephone treasure hunts & cinema visits. Further information can be found at www.nwr.org.uk. Or contact Elaine: evbrown@btinternet.com Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk Bishops Eight Square Dance Club - for people who want to make new friends, have some fun, take gentle exercise and learn how to square dance. We meet every Thursday at The Old School, Cropwell Bishop at 7.30pm. For more info call Kath - 01949 860843 West Bridgford Tai Chi - Chen Style. Classes every Thursday 7.30pm - 9pm. Free starter evening. At West Bridgford School gym. For more info please email: marcf42@gmail.com

West Bridgford Table Tennis Club - learn to play TT in a safe, friendly atmosphere at Rushcliffe School every Friday evening from 6pm onwards. Group coaching from UKCC Level 2 & 4 coaches. For more info call Phil Lewis on 07816 417392 or visit www.tabletennis365.com/westbridgford 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.

The Nottingham Royal Scottish Country Dance Society - meet Wednesdays 7.30-9.30pm at the Nottingham Emmanuel School, off Wilford Lane. Classes are friendly, sociable and it keeps you fit! No need for a partner. For more information call 0115 920 8071.

Arnold & District Camera Club - meet every two weeks on Thursday eve at Pond Hills Community Centre. Photography skills from the complete beginner to the accomplished amateur. For more info call Phil Howcroft on 0115 956 3850.

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 Spanish Mums in Nottingham - *join us on facebook* Are you a Spanish parent living in Nottingham? Would you like to meet other Spanish parents? Then we’d love to hear from you. Contact Susana on susana.fernandez@ntlworld.com Trent Valley Ladies Probus Club - meet midday, 1st Monday each month for lunch & a talk. Contact Angela Stanley on 01159 619502.

Nova - new friends for single people. Call at the Mapperley Plains Social Club, Mapperley Top, Thursdays from 8pm & pick up our programme of monthly social events. For info: www.novanottingham.co.uk or phone Paul on 07973 872213.

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.

Friendship - new group for people on their own to make new friends. Only criterion is a positive outlook. Respect, honesty & kindness essential. No charge. Contact Sheila: inthepink0784@yahoo.co.uk Nottingham City Netball Club - open to all abilities, train indoors at Nottingham Girls High School, all are made welcome.

Call Pauline on 07980 917523 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 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.

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 Phoenix Friends - is a group of 50+ single people in the Nottingham area who meet up for various events suggested by its members. No membership fee. For more info please email: phoenixfriendsgroup@aol.co.uk 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 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.

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Poppy Folk Club - meet in the upstairs room at The Poppy & Pint usually on the 2nd or 3rd Sunday each month. Sunday18 March is our next meeting when we have a singaround & music session, all welcome. Sun 25 March is our annual Poppy Folk Day, a whole day of music culminating in the evening concert feat. political singer/songwriter Grace Petrie. For more details & tickets tel.Juliet on 0115 923 1513 or visit www.poppyfolkclub.co.uk or email juliet@poppyfolkclub.co.uk.

Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust Gedling Local Members’ Group - meets regularly throughout the year for local walks &

hosts an informative talks programme each autumn/winter in Burton Joyce. For details of activities & events please visit: www.nottinghamshirewildlife.org/events/category/gedling or contact Gay Wood on 0115 920 5940 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.

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 Nottingham Branch British Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Doors open 7pm finish 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk

Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. Meet at The Nottingham Mechanics, North

Sherwood St, Nottingham 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

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 Line Dancing Group - we would love you to come & join us having fun dancing in West Bridgford, Plumtree & Radcliffe on Trent daytime or evening classes. All abilities catered for. Ring 0115 914 0673 or email: p.brown633@ntlworld.com 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.

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 Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society - meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wednesday 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 Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small, friendly walking club for single people born in the 50’s and 60’s. We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk/cycle on Wednesdays. For more info visit www.bootlace-buddies.org.uk 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.

Friends of Nottingham Museum - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in The Maltcross, St James Street. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734 Bonington Players - meet for rehearsals at 7.45pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays from August to May at the Old Peoples Welfare Centre, Nottingham Road, Arnold. Productions are staged at the Bonington Theatre, Arnold. For more info call Linda on 0115 953 2807 or visit www.boningtonplayers.co.uk.

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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

The Nottingham Locksley Club - offering friendship & dancing on Tues night @ Basford Conference Centre to all single, separated, divorced and widowed. Ring Ken for more details on 01773 530383

Interested in Learning Bridge? Or want to return? - courses starting in February, for more details see www.southnottsbridge.

org or email: southnottsbridge@gmail.com

The Nottingham Mechanics - Now rated 4* on google. 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, Family History, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. For membership details contact: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353

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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

Radcliffe on Trent & District Probus Club - We meet on alternate Tues at Ashmores restaurant in Radcliffe on Trent. Lunch

is usually followed by a talk from an invited speaker. Retired/about to retire gentlemen are welcome. Membership comes from all over the Borough of Rushcliffe. Contact Bob Cash on T: 01159232869 or E:jr.cash@ntlworld.com for more info.

Walking - are you interested in doing “self lead” walks? Up to 5-6 miles. Local or other. Choose a walk from book or web, turn up & follow together. Car owner/driver preferable to share transport/driving. Kindness, honesty & respect essential. No fees other than fuel cost contribution to driver. Please contact: happywalking9560@yahoo.com for info.

Nottingham Folk Dance Group - meets Tues at .7.15pm at Lambley Village Hall, Lambley Primary School, Catfoot Ln,

Lambley, NG4 4QF. New members, singles & couples welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Mary Hill: 0115 967 3878 or visit www.nfdg.org.uk

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

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

Wilford Racquets Badminton Club - welcomes new members. We play Wednesday evenings at Nottingham Emmanuel School, off Wilford Lane. For further information contact Hazel on 0115 981 5184 or Richard on 0739 884 2647

Nottingham City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU entrance opposite former

Fiveways pub. Meet Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. Suitable for all ages. New members welcome, first 3 visits free.

RAOB Club - meet every Sunday 12.15pm at West Bridgford Conservative Club, Rectory Rd. All visitors welcome. For more info call Ned on 07486 040266.

Nottingham CHA Walking Group - would like to invite new members to local weekday or weekend walks further afield.

For more details please call 0115 927 4869 or email: margnewell11@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.

Rushcliffe ‘Move & Mingle’ Health Walks - free, safe, sociable walks with trained leaders to help your health & wellbeing.

Every week in Lady Bay, Ruddington & Cotgrave. Email: rushcliffemandm@gmail.com, visit www.walkingforhealth.org.uk or phone Duncan on 07969 330846 or Simon on 07976 631194

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 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

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 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

Free Guided Health Walks - Best Foot Forward run friendly, easy walks across Nottingham city area every weekday.

Walks last from 30-90 mins in parks/green spaces. If you are new to walking or wanting to regain your fitness why not give it a try? 0115 844 0011 for more info.

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Congratulations to: T Sansom & T Kirwin who won theatre tickets; J Walker, A Martin, K Kennedy, F Harrison & H Turfitt who won 4 x 4 day out; B Bryant who won a £50 meal; M.Donaldson who won £25 cash; M.Clarke who won a £50 voucher. Thanks to: Notts Off Road, Tom Browns, Theatre Royal, Mansfield Palace Theatre & Brookfields Garden Centre

Approx 2000 healthy animals are put to sleep every week in the UK Low cost speying & neutering schemes for pets available in the Nottingham area Helen@preventunwantedpets.co.uk reg charity: 702569

The South Notts Flower Club Burnside Hall, Plumtree 12 Feb The Joy of Spring by Barbara Collins 12 Mar My World of Inspiration by Jo Smith 7.30pm. Visitors £6. All welcome Annual membership £32 For more info: 923 2615 or 846 5196

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elcome to my new page in ng magazines where I will be giving you my pick of the upcoming events in Nottingham.

In the world of food and drink, the latter part of the 2017 saw Oktoberfest return to the Forest Recreation Ground. For five days, a giant blue and white tent, big enough to hold 2,000 people, played host to authentic German beer, food and music, all carefully selected to guarantee an authentic experience. The beer was specially brewed in a 200-year-old brewery in Bavaria and transported to Nottingham in a colossal beer tanker holding 23 thousand litres - this probably went some way toward contributing to the party atmosphere! If you can’t wait until next October, pay a visit to the Bierkeller on Friar Lane and enjoy the German experience all year round.

Whilst we're on the subject of food, as we look ahead to 2018, foodies from across the region can look forward to a mouth-watering 12 months. Renowned Nottingham restaurant Hart’s launch a year of celebrations, with some very special events planned, to mark a milestone 20th birthday.

30 January - 3 February sees the heart warming musical Son of a Preacher Man visit the Theatre Royal, whilst 14 March - 7 April welcomes the acclaimed play, War Horse. The tour coincides with the Centenary commemorations of the First World War. Stepping further back in time, the Vikings are in Nottingham until 4th March at Lakeside Arts.

The Rediscover the Legend is a collaboration between the British Museum and York Museums Trust and will feature Viking and Anglo Saxon artefacts, including recent finds.

Celebrate Nottingham's own history with the Robin Hood Pageant on 10-11 March. Join Robin Hood and co. in this immersive experience in the grounds of Nottingham Castle.

Someone else to put Nottingham on the map is our own Jake Bugg. The award winning Clifton musician comes home on 2 March to play the Royal Concert Hall. Lovers of live music can also look forward to one of Britain's best live bands, Stereophonics, as they play the Motorpoint Arena on 26 February. Erasure bring 32 years of golden songwriting to the Royal Concert Hall on 12 February.

Strictly fever hits the city on 6-7 February as the live tour waltzes into the Motorpoint Arena, and Anton and Erin take us from Broadway to Hollywood there on 1 February.

Finally, comedy brightens the winter evenings as Jason Manford brings his Muddle Class show to the Theatre Royal on 16 February and Bill Bailey shares the general shenanigans of twenty years as a comedian with his Larks in Transit show at the Royal Concert Hall on 28 February -1 March.

Nottingham Playhouse – 0115 941 9419 Theatre Royal/Royal Concert Hall – 0115 838 4510 Lakeside Arts – 0115 846 777 Motorpoint Arena – 0843 373 3000

You can visit Tanya Louise's website www.tanyalouise.net/ She is also the editor of www.nottinghamlive.co.uk and writes for Nottingham Post, Exclusive Magazine and many more, as well as being a presenter at Living Heritage Food Festivals around the UK and on www.ng-/ digital.co.uk

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n indulgent Mexican Cantina has opened its second restaurant, this time on Broad Street, Nottingham bringing with it an abundance of Mexican attitude.

Mexico meets the Midlands with the launch of El Capo. Committed to serving bold Mexican cuisine with devilish South American flair.

El Capo is spread across two floors; we were seated in the cantina on the ground floor, the decor is very atmospheric and this theme continues upstairs in the tequila bar, which is home to a vast range of tequila, mezcal and cocktail options. It is an amazing building and El Capo has really made the most of it.

The restaurant promises ‘down right dirty but oh so good’ burritos, a long list of punchy tacos, authentic Mexican padron peppers, prawns, burgers that make you go ooh – and of course there’s nachos laden with guacamole. Not forgetting the Macho Mucho Menu – where bigger really is better – a 2ft long burrito made for 6 but they’ve seen lone wolves take it solo and the Big Boy Chilli Burger which comes with its own planning permission!

We opted to share a few starters. Jalapeno poppers, chips and dips, and our absolute favourite, pan fried chorizo.

For our mains we had pulled beef burrito, burrito bowl (without the tortilla) with spicy chicken, chicken quesadillas and slow roasted pork enchiladas. Alongside, we obviously had to have sides of cheesy chilli fries and El Capo’s slaw, suffice to say a doggy bag was required. You can select the sauce to suit your palette. The peach jalapeno salsa was just the right side of hot and really complemented the dishes.

Desserts were a MUST! It was churros and more churros!! (All in the name of research, of course.) Some came with chocolate sauce and some in an indulgent sundae that included a delicious coconut ice cream. Take it from us, they were spot on.

El Capo has different offers and deals on all through the week; Sunday Service Big Sharing Boards provide the ultimate hangover cure; Steak Out Monday gives you premium steak for two with sides and wine (perfect for steak loving romantics); Taco Tuesday, all tacos are £1 all night long and Wing-It Wednesday where wings are 50p all night, perfect with a beer or two.

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Welcome to the new year!

Well, the festive season is over and it’s time to take stock.

Most of us start the new year with good intentions, possibly a couple of resolutions and almost certainly an expanded waistline after the excesses of Christmas feasting!

New Year’s resolutions have been part of many cultures (particularly but not exclusively in the western hemisphere) and religions. The Babylonians made promises to their gods at the start of each year, promising to pay their debts and return borrowed objects; the Romans began each year with promises to the god Janus (after whom January is named), in the medieval era, Knights would take the “peacock vow” (placing their hands on a roasted peacock) to re-affirm their commitment to chivalry - I quite fancy seeing that one make a return!

Like many people, I tend to crave fresh salads and light foods after the festive period, but it’s too early for home-grown lettuce, tomatoes and radish, and with the cold, snowy, wet and windy weather we’re probably more likely to reach for comfort foods, warming casseroles, deep-filled pies, piles of pasta and hearty soups.

But if you’re ready for some lighter dishes, that taste good and provide much needed nutrients to replace those depleted by festive excess, I’ve picked out a few very simple recipes to see you through to the spring, even if your New Year resolutions don’t last quite that long…

Abby Brennan is a café-owner, food writer, speaker and small/start-up food-business mentor.

You can find her blog at fishwifeskitchen.com

Lemon Chicken One Pot Serves: 6-8

Ingredients (approximate amounts) 5 tbsp rapeseed/veg oil 60g plain flour Salt Freshly ground pepper Skinless and boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces 4 carrots, sliced thinly 2 celery sticks, chopped 1 onion, diced 1 leek, thinly sliced 2 cloves garlic, crushed 240ml chicken stock 240ml water 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 190g orzo pasta 2 tbsp fresh tarragon, chopped Method Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large hob-proof casserole dish over a medium heat. Place flour in a shallow dish and season with salt and pepper.

Dredge the chicken in the flour, shake off the excess and brown in batches. Set aside.

Add the remaining oil and cook the carrots, celery and onion over a medium heat for about 3 mins, then add sliced leek and garlic, season and cook for around 2 mins. Add the chicken stock and water and bring to the boil. Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally for about 20 mins. Add the orzo and chicken to the stockpot, cover and simmer for about 10 mins or until orzo is tender and chicken cooked through.

Stir in the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper and sprinkle with tarragon. Serve immediately.

Citrussy Salad, with Honey, Vanilla and Pistachios Serves 2 Ingredients 2 oranges 2 mandarins 2 blood oranges 1 lime 1 pink grapefruit Fresh herbs, to serve (mint or thyme) 1 tbsp honey ½ tsp vanilla extract 30g pistachio nuts, chopped Slice the fruits and arrange on a serving plate, alternate the colours. Combine honey and vanilla and drizzle on the salad just before serving, garnish with pistachios and the herbs. Serve with natural yoghurt.

Mint and Cucumber Smoothie

Ingredients ½ cucumber, sliced 1 green apple (peeled and chopped) Squeeze of lemon juice ½ cup of cold water 6 mint leaves 5 ice cubes Method Wash all ingredients, prepare and blend on high until smooth.

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THE TEETOTAL TALE J

anuary arrives every year, grey and gloomy. For me it is the worst month of the year to start any good intentions. With a fridge full of cheese and mountains of chocolate it would be wasteful (and emotionally risky) to suddenly enter a month of deprivation.

So with this in mind I decided to challenge myself to a month off the booze back in November. A preChristmas cleanse if you will.

I wouldn’t class myself as a heavy drinker although Public Health England** might. They reckon that more than 10 million of us exceed the recommended weekly units. It’s easily done. A large glass of wine (my favourite tipple) is a third of a bottle!

My other half agreed to join my challenge and so it was with a real sense of trepidation (and a heap of scepticism from friends and family) that we downed our last drink(s) on Halloween.

Experts believe that 30 days without a drink can undo the damage drinking can do to our bodies.

According to Dr. Nicki Nance*, an American doctor, a 30 day break can improve our long-term drinking habits. Well, I thought, let’s see shall we...

I have to admit I did find it hard. A winter walk with the dogs, ending in a pub – nope. Cooking at the weekend, accompanied by a glass of something fizzy – nope. Sitting down to watch a film at the end of the day with a G & T – forget it! Sadly, it became apparent that booze is intrinsic to my life and I needed something to replace it. So I went out and bought some Horlicks (yes, really). That didn’t work.

So I went out and bought half a ton of expensive chocolate biscuits. That helped...a bit.

To boost morale I googled “booze free month” and reeled off all the benefits we should have been experiencing. Brighter skin, better sleep, weight loss, happier, healthier etcetera, etcetera, etcetera...

My skin looked no different if I am honest, yes I did sleep better but eating my own bodyweight in chocolate bikkies meant I gained weight therefore I did not feel happier or healthier!!! The biggest change we noticed was in our pocket. We were about £50 a week better off which was nice.

Doing this challenge as a couple undoubtedly made it easier. When one of us had a weak moment, the other would mock and scoff at the lack of will power, and this made us even more determined not to cave in, although I have to admit that a slight cough had me reaching for the Covonia Night Time (7% alcohol) which felt so wrong it felt right!

Another unexpected side effect experienced by my other half was the phantom hangover (apparently a real thing). So he would wake up on Saturday morning feeling awful and then remember he hadn’t had a drink and it was therefore physically impossible for him to be feeling so rotton. Weird.

Even more weird was the fact that I wasn’t desperate for a drink and when I finally poured myself a small glass of wine on December 1st, it didn’t fill me with joy and I didn’t even enjoy the taste! To be fair I did have a second glass, (just to be sure!) but I didn’t get the buzz from it I was hoping for.

It’s now mid-January and I have to admit that Dr Nance was right. I am not drinking anywhere near the amount I used to. My body appears to have come to its senses and re-set itself. It now tells me to stop (apart from New Years Eve when it all went horribly wrong!).

Don’t get me wrong, I could never be teetotal but over Christmas the spirits went untouched and I even offered to drive on Christmas Day without sulking (unheard of). I am now a more “mindful” drinker according to experts. Enjoying every sip and appreciating it. The other half, on the other hand, has just gone straight back to his old ways, and vowed never to put himself through such a miserable month again! © Ali Wale References: * Dr Nicki Nance, Assistant Professor of Psychology, Beacon College, Leesburg, Florida **Public Health England – Health matters: harmful drinking and alcohol dependence, 2016

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D e W e ic t s The Ju After a more than rocky start to the DC Extended Universe (DCEU), 2017 shaped up to be the cinematic universe’s best yet. Rising from the critical ashes left in the aftermath of Batman Vs Superman (BvS) and Suicide Squad, this year’s empowering Wonder Woman received glowing reviews. Hoping to continue this winning streak, DC united their most iconic, speediest and deepvoiced heroes to create a movie that fans have been begging to get for years. Don’t screw it up DC. But what foe warrants the uniting of the fearsome Batman of Gotham, the Amazonian demi-god Wonder Woman, the fastest man alive, the Flash, the king of the sea, Aquaman and the half-man half-robot Cyborg? A humongous alien calling himself a “New God,” that’s what.

And when they do clash, hot-damn it’s epic. Add onto the already frantic and heart raising action this universe displays, the added pleasure of seeing the titans of the DC universe teaming up on the big screen for the first time, and you have an apocalyptically good time on your hands.

And that is really what this movie excels at, it’s fun. Is the plot all that deep? Hell no. The narrative rarely rises above: ‘stop bad-guy from getting object, punch bad-guy in face, look cool doing it’.

But when the character interactions are this good and interesting to see develop, a paddling pooldeep plot can be excused, mostly.

Gal Gadot, as always, is the perfect Wonder Woman. Here Gadot is allowed to explore a more experienced Diana who is slowly getting used to saving the world again.

Newcomer, Cyborg, Ray Fisher, is not only a dynamic addition to the team, but is also by far one of the coolest members.

A flat note of the movie was DC favourite Batman, Ben Affleck. After the backlash of how dark and brooding Batfleck was in BvS, it feels like the universe took the criticism to heart a bit too much.

Cracking jokes and smiling more than Aquaman does, this dark knight doesn’t really feel like Batman anymore. Along with him being pretty

useless in the epic battles and you have a character that doesn’t really work and was just added in because it’s the Justice League, and Batman is always in the Justice League.

This is painful to say, but Ezra Miller’s Flash is another broken cog. His off-beat weird facial expressions and not-so-funny jokes get tiresome by the mid-way point, and down-right annoying by the end.

Justice League isn’t a mind-blowing, life-altering experience, but it isn’t the abomination that many people called Suicide Squad either. It is a fun as hell, frantic and entertaining trip through spectacular earth-shattering battles with some of your favourite superheroes who, for the most part, have been brought to life in an equally spectacular way.

Justice League = 7/10 © Sam Burton (aged 20)

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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini (Nine of Cups, The Sun, Three of Cups) It’s all coming up roses for you!

A wish-come-true actually comes true, turns out better than you thought, and everyone is beyond happy for you. How often does life bring you these kinds of riches? Not often, I know, so be gracious, generous and grateful about all this wonderful luck and opportunity. Share what you can, spread the goodwill about. And, most importantly, ENJOY this magical time.

Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius

Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus

(The Hierophant, The Magician, Ace of Coins) Playing the system pays off You’re a pragmatic realist, and you know which battles are worth fighting, vs which ones are all too hard, and would prove a hollow victory anyway. A choice you recently made about playing the system, in some way, rather than fighting it pays off. Big time. Recognition and reward are due, and you sense this might be the way to go in future, too.

Water signs- Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio

(Three of Wands, Ace of Cups, Four of Wands)

(Six of Wands, Six of Coins, Page of Swords)

You’ve got momentum now- so keep going.

The best thing for you to do this month is to consider the needs of those close to you, or the things which matter to you, and give generously to them. Get involved. Make a difference. This selfless behaviour will make you feel good, and build up points in the Karma Bank that will pay back nicely later down the line.

Your confidence in your current direction is growing, others are recognising this and responding by providing more support, ideas and energy. Keep it up, because the momentum is building wonderfully. A new opportunity, representing a heartfelt passion, will soon arrive. Seize it with both hands. Life is good.

Pay attention to others and get involved.

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Nottingham Captivated By Strangers Project Photographer and Nottingham Trent University Lecturer Crash Taylor has spent the last 12 months taking photos of strangers in Nottingham.

stylish characters of Nottingham. “I love shooting pictures in the city centre, it is so vibrant and a massive melting pot of visually cool people.

The project has become an instant hit having been featured in the Nottingham Post, Notts TV, BBC Nottingham and numerous national photography magazines. There is a website, Facebook page and an Instagram feed, which just reached over 2000 followers.

“I select people who I find visually cool and interesting. That could be anyone but I let my eyes guide me. I must be doing something right as nine out of ten say yes to a photo.”

“I wish for a peaceful and happy life.”

“I wish to time travel and go back and see David Bowie live in concert.”

Crash Taylor is a full time property photographer for fhp living but when not taking photos of homes, he is on the streets capturing portraits of visually inspiring people and asking them to make a wish. He says he started the project to break out of his comfort zone and meet strangers, to find out what people wish for in today’s urban society.

He added: “I have taken photos in Los Angeles, New York, Helsinki, Spain, Italy, Hawaii and many other places and nothing compares to the

Crash Taylor asks each one to give him a single wish – but unusually does not take their names.

“I plan to photograph 500”, he said. “When the project is complete, I plan on having an exhibition in the city centre and a book launch with all proceeds going to the charity, Save the Children.”

“Photography is my passion and my wife thinks I should go to rehab for it. It will never happen, I enjoy the addiction.”

Crash also teaches street portrait workshops. The next one is Saturday, February 10th. Join him on the streets and shoot strangers with expert tuition. Contact him at crashtaylor@fhpliving.co.uk Check out the project for yourself and follow him on Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/ strangersofnottingham or visit: http://www.strangersofnottingham.com

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The Lord of Milan Herbert Kilpin was born in 1870, above a butcher’s shop, 191 Mansfield Road (pictured above).

Kilpin’s day job was as a lace maker in the Adams building, but he was always a big fan of football and grew up playing in the Arboretum park, not far from his home.

Kilpin played for two amateur clubs, Notts Olympic and a church team called Saint Andrews on the Forest Recreation Ground.

Whilst working in the Adams building, he became good friends with an Italian man called Edoardo Bosio, who offered him a job in Turin which he accepted.

In 1899 Kilpin moved to Milan where he met with a group of friends in a bar and they formed Milan Football and Cricket Club. Their first match was in January 1900 with Kilpin as the owner, manager, player and later captain. He often played as a midfielder, although in the latter part of his career he became a defender, before finishing his career as a forward.

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Kilpin’s Milan team won the first Italian football league three times and over the next few decades would become one of the biggest and most successful football clubs in the world.

Robert Nier has written a book about Kilpin called The Lord of Milan, and talks more about his early life in Nottingham; “I don’t think he’s ever got much recognition in Nottingham because he was never a professional footballer here, he was an amateur, so he wasn’t good enough to play for either County or Forest at the time. He also left Nottingham and I don’t think he ever returned.”

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

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Bestwood Male Voice Choir was delighted to hand over a £1,000 cheque to each of two very worthy charities, Emmanuel House and The Springs Nottingham at a recent rehearsal. The money was the proceeds from Bestwood MVC’s 65th Gala Concert, held at the Albert Hall, Nottingham last September.

Emmanuel House exists to support homeless, vulnerable or isolated adults in and around Nottingham.

The Springs Nottingham Resource Centre, based in Brinsley, is available for the use of adults and young people who have a learning disability or who are on the autistic spectrum. Visitors attend sessions with their own carers, family members, friends or paid carers.

Gem Connection have planned a Recruitment Evening at Harrington Junior School, Derby Road, Long Eaton on Thursday 1st March from 7.30pm.

Anyone who is looking for a New Year hobby, interested in singing and would like to find out Please visit: more about the Chorus can come www.gemconnection.org along to join us for the evening, for a preview and more details. you will be made most welcome.

We look forward to seeing you there.

COME & SING : appropriate excerpts from Handel’s “Messiah”, plus audience hymns

Good Friday: 30 March 2018 at Bottesford Parish Church Hosted by The Cranmer Company of Singers and Musical Director Deborah Davies.

All welcome - £6/8/10 Rehearsal: 4.30pm (arrive earlier), charity performance: 7.30pm

Singers please book your place by contacting Anny: annyjones@me.com or 07415 512729 Money raised will go to Tearfund Central African Republic Appeal

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. All teach by ear materials supplied.

Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets to play together 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 - is 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, Sherwood, NG5 2EN. Admission £2 towards room hire. Please email sherwoodchorus@gmail.com to ensure up-todate details and for further information.

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 - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - 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. Wednesdays 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 For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732. * NEW TERM STARTS 8 JAN 2018* 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 7pm-9pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959. www. yourcommunitychoir.com Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Saturdays 10am-11am. 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 Viv 01159 332677/viviennehavery@aol.com Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers - If you enjoy singing and would like to join us please get in touch on 01773 780192.

Happy New Year from the Rock ‘n’ Soul Singers!

Many thanks to all who attended our Christmas events including some local pub carol singing.

Thanks to The Dixie Arms, The Shepherds Rest and Ginger Giraffe in Underwood and the Brinsley Lodge and The White Lion in Brinsley.

As a result of all these Christmas events we are able to donate a minimum of £1,000 to the Lincs and Notts Air Ambulance! Well done everyone!

We are pleased to announce our Singathon which is being held on Saturday March 17th at St Michael and All Angels, Underwood between 10-4pm. Please drop in any time during the day

to support us and singalong! We hope to raise even more funds for our chosen charity as well as challenging ourselves to sing all day!!!

We also look forward to our joint concert with ‘Essentially Brass’ in the evening of Friday April 27th at St Michael and All Angels, Underwood.

For further information, tickets and contact details please see our website and Facebook page.

Look out for us www.rocknsoul.org.uk facebook.com/rocknsoulsingers

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Mirabilé Vocal Ensemble is looking for quality trained and/or experienced singers. Our standards are high but so are the rewards. We rehearse in West Bridgford, Nottingham, on Monday evenings, from 8-10.00pm.

For enquiries or audition details please contact join_us@mirabile.org.uk or phone 07860930642.

Radcliffe on Trent Male Voice Choir

Bingham and District Choral Society We have now been rehearsing the wonderful Verdi Requiem for a few weeks but there is still time to join us to prepare for our performance with Mansfield Choral Society on Saturday 12th May 2108 at 7.30pm in the perfect setting of Southwell Minster.

Perhaps you have sung the Requiem before and long to do so again, or would like to do so for the first time? Either way, we will offer you a warm welcome and a three-week free trial. Please give Val Morgan a ring on 0115 933 2353 or visit our website for details: www. binghamchoral.org.uk.

In addition, we would like to welcome all-comers to our annual Singing Day on Saturday 12th March to be led by the exciting baritone and conductor Marcus Farnsworth at The Minster School in Southwell from 10.00 am (registration from 9.30am) until 3.30pm, with an informal concert for family and friends at 3.00pm. Once again, full details are available on the website or call Derek Tabron on 0115 9894836.

The choir start their 35th year of performing in 2018. Since they were founded the choir has raised an estimated £400,000 plus for charity, fund-raining being a principal objective of the choir. In 2018 the choir will be as busy as ever, performing locally on Saturday 3rd February at Bingham Methodist Church, starting at 7.30pm with the young soloist the flautist, Katie Miller, from Toot Hill School. This will be followed by a workshop, details to follow, then Saturday 3rd March at The Crossing, Worksop starting at 7.30pm with a young soloist from Worksop College. For the latest information on the Radcliffe Male Voice Choir, please go to the website:

www.radcliffeontrentmvc.org Liz Chant Bursary for singers aged 16-30

As a result of a generous legacy left by long standing choir member, Liz Chant, the choir is making an annual award of £1000 to a young singer or singers who show outstanding potential.

Who can apply?

Young singers aged 16-30 whose home address is in Nottingham or Nottinghamshire. You should have passed Grade 6 or equivalent and be either currently studying singing or applying to specialise in vocal studies at a further or higher education institution.

The closing date for applications is noon on Wednesday 28th February 2018. The winner will be announced by 30th April 2018.

Details can be found at www.nottinghambachchoir. org.uk. If you have questions, please email Lynda Wilson at nbclibrarian@gmail.com.

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T H E I M P O R TA N C E O F C R E AT I V I T Y I N C H I L D R E N “The true sign of intelligence is not knowledge but imagination.”

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ntelligence is creativity, our ability to imagine things other than how they are. We are born creative, telling stories about imaginary friends and making fictional worlds with toys. Yet how many of us retain this level of intelligence as we age? Staying creative is a lot like staying fit – do it regularly, in a way that is fun to you, and it remains easy.

Moreover, creativity is a transferable skill and benefits all fields of study, arts or STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths). Creative scientists, engineers, farmers, chefs, parents etc... are exactly what the world needs more of. So, what's the best way to help kids stay imaginative?

It's easier to understand if we first consider natural learning in mammals.

Natural learning is observe, practice, imitate, master. Children are hardwired to copy the behaviour in the same way that baby tigers or elephants are.

Which means that the best way to help our children use their imaginations is to show how much we love using ours; we must be what we want our children to be. We can be as silly as we like with giggly games, tell tall tales with actions, paint pictures, recite our own funny poems. We can stop on the street to admire a flower or describe the rain as if the drops are liquid happiness tickling the flowers. Just like any baby mammal, after a period of observation, the child will begin to imitate and join in, safe in the knowledge that this kind of play is accepted and valued. Silliness can soon become part of a fun family life and playtime is bonding time. It's worth knowing that resilient kids have at least one person in their life who is irrationally crazy about them, whom they trust, love and are relaxed with. This kind of creative play is awesome for helping kids feel loved. Finally, we have an educational reason to have fun!

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Alex Potters to School

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ith one hand on each ear, Dad steers Alex down the street toward school. Both smile so widely that passersby grin too, their happiness spreading like the fragrance of flowers.

With a tug to his right ear, Alex goes right, his red wellingtons splashing into spring puddles. Feeling his ears pulled forwards, Alex goes faster, the two of them jiggling along like a runaway train. With a backwards tug Alex slows.

They zig-zag and circle twice around a lamp-post before stopping to greet Miggles the kitten.

Miggles arches her back into Alex's hand, her fur feeling soft under his palm. She pads her paws up and down, as if her joy is simply too great for her to stay still. Miggles meows in short bursts, like cat-talk. Dad laughs, “Miggles is like you, Alex. She needs to move and make noise! How about a singing game until we get to school?”

Alex stands up, head nodding, “You first! Sing 'I'm a little tea-pot' in the style of Hagrid.”

Dad puffs out his chest and strokes an imaginary beard. He nods as if his words carry great meaning, eye-brows raised and eyes bright. “Yeh know wha', Alex? If yeh can carry a song, it's good ter sing righ' loud an' this is a good'un tur-boot. I is a li-le tea-po' shor' an' stou, lif' me up an' pour me ou,'” Dad waves at Mrs Nesbit, the headteacher, before making his handle and spout. Alex giggles. Still in full Hadgrid-mode, Dad adds, “No, I should not 'ave dun tha.'”

Dad puts on his faux-serious face.

“Right, let's check everything works.”

He tweaks Alex's nose and gives orders like an army general. “Hop on the spot.

Flap your arms. Wiggle your bum. Stick out your tongue.” As Alex complies, his smile grows wider, knowing what comes next. “Oh!” says Dad, eyes bright and face full of mirth, “what a naughty child. Did you see that? He stuck out his tongue!” With a hug and a hair ruffle, Alex runs to class.

PLASTIC is FANTASTIC How to – or is it? become Plastic Clever in 2018

Plastic pollution is becoming one of the biggest man-made threats of the • When buying a drink modern world, and at the rate the in a cafe or pub, say “No issue is growing, us kids (and our straw please!” and reduce kids’ kids) are going to have to pick the amount of single-use up one environmental clean-up bill in the future. plastic straws you use

Did you know?

• Over the last 10 years humans have produced more plastic than during the last century.

• Around 60% of this is single-use - used once and then thrown away, and about a truck‛s worth of plastic enters the world's oceans every single minute.

• This contributes to the deaths of 1 million seabirds and 100,000 sea mammals every year, and it‛s estimated that by the year 2050 there‛ll be more plastic in the oceans than fish.

But we’re not bitter or full of doom and gloom. No, instead we are hopeful and optimistic that we can avert this crisis if we all do our bit and make a positive impact in 2018.

So, we are asking the people of Nottingham to join us in the fight against plastic pollution and to make becoming ‘Plastic Clever’ one of their New Year’s Resolution for the coming year.

• Carry a refillable coffee cup around with you so you don‛t have to use a non-recyclable cup and lid again.

• Use a refillable water bottle and get free fill ups from cafes and restaurants - it will save you a lot of money and it will cut down the amount of single-use plastic bottles you use.

• Carry a bag for life and save money by not using single-use plastic bags.

By the way, Plastic Clever doesn’t mean Plastic Free Taking these steps and making that is actually very difficult some small changes may not to achieve. Becoming Plastic Clever is very simple and is all seem like much, but if every about you reducing the BIG 4 one of us made these simple single-use plastic polluters (bags, commitments, together this cups + lids, straws and bottles). will lead to a huge positive As well as helping the environment, impact. it will probably save you a fair bit of money too.

WE WANT YOU! Plastic Clever Cafes and Businesses

Cafes, organisations and businesses are often responsible for using and distributing vast amounts of single-use plastic items: the BIG 4 plus plastic cutlery. But it doesn’t have to be this way!

We’d like to work with and help as many local companies as possible in 2018 to help them achieve and celebrate a Plastic Clever status.

See www.BePlasticClever.co.uk for more details.

Thanks for reading. Amy (14) and Ella (12) hello@kidsagainstplastic.co.uk

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Let Kids Play With Rubb The toy market is booming these days, and with special offers, sales and rock-bottom prices, it’s easy to pick up flashing, whirring toys and games on the high street. If you’d like a more environmentally-friendly option for your little one, making games and toys from scrap materials (‘rubbish’ in some people’s eyes!) is a great way to save money, spend time together and save the planet!

If you have a spare shoe box lying around (or if not, it’s an excuse to go shoe shopping!), it makes a wonderful post-box. Cut a slit in the front, cut ‘EIIR’ out of card and paint (I used leftover red car touch-up paint to give it a lovely gloss). My little boy loves playing with his post-box, and it stops him ‘posting’ my phone into the bin!

An old DVD case makes an excellent travel drawing set – tuck some paper and pencils inside and it’ll keep your budding Picasso entertained on long journeys or during restaurant meals (for a short while at least!).

It’s an oldie but a goodie – toilet roll tubes and wooden lolly-sticks can be turned into hours of fun – using paint, glue, glitter and accessories to transform them into little characters. Use Google for ideas and you won’t be disappointed!

Free or low cost craft workshops

Local libraries are a fantastic resource and put on lots of free activities – sing-alongs, craft sessions and special events.

Every so often, some companies put on free craft events in-store – including Lush, Hobbycraft and Toys R Us. Worth checking out if there’s one near you.

Local scrapstores

Don’t have enough scrap materials of your own? Companies donate their unwanted materials and objects to local scrapstores, and you can become a member for a small fee. With a little imagination, donated materials make incredible craft and play accessories! Find your local scrapstore on Facebook by searching for: Ashfield Play Forum Broxtowe Play Forum Gedling Play Forum

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Ever wanted to show your kids what ‘things were like back in my day’? This retro cinema offers a nostalgic trip for those of us lucky enough to remember the good old days of velvet seats and curtained screens. I can hear you humming the Pearl and Dean tune now!

The Savoy, on Derby Road, is the only surviving pre-Second Word War cinema left in Nottingham out of 52! This iconic building was built by the architect Reginald Cooper in the art –deco style with a curved front and opened its doors for the first time on 7th Nov 1935 by Lenton Picture House Ltd, a consortium of local business men. It started its early days with just one screen and has definitely withstood the test of time now being home to 4 screens. The cinema is very well managed and constantly being updated, screen 4 has just been refurbished. Being cared for like this the cinema will be around for many years to come and at only £19 for a family ticket* it is well worth a visit.

As well as offering the latest movies the Savoy streams live events such as The Royal Shakespeare Company productions and National Theatre Live.

Savoy are great for children’s birthday parties too, offering a private screening of a blockbuster film of your choice for as little as £150 for up to 30 children and 8 adults, 2 free cinema tickets for the birthday girl or boy and use of the party room immediately after the film.

On top of all this the Savoy is a fully licensed wedding venue! That’s right you can hire the venue for your big day.

To find out more info, what’s on and book tickets visit:

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If you run a group or club for kids and you want it publicising, this is the page for you. If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat (150 characters) per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk

Jo Jingles - fun music & movement classes for babies & children aged 3mths-5yrs. Locations include West Bridgford & Gamston. www.jojingles.com/nottingham or call Gaynor on 0870 900 4567 Baby Mindful - is a calming relaxation class with a range of gentle activities to support babies development, 0-6 months. Every Tuesday in West Bridgford at 1pm. Booking essential: babymindfulnottingham@yahoo.com or 07986 272890 Leahurst Road Pre-school - St Luke’s Church, Leahurst Rd, West Bridgford. Contact us on 07941 616369 or Leahurstroad@ntlworld.com or visit www.leahurstrdpreschool.org.uk.

Little Rockets Toddler Group West Bridgford - Lutterell Hall, West Bridgford every Monday in term time from10am-11.30am. £2 per family. Unlimited free tea, coffee & biscuits. Soft play area, craft area, song time. Contact: jenniferallen2230@icloud.com Nottingham City Netball Club - open to all abilities, train indoors at Nottingham Girls High School.

All are made welcome. Call Pauline: 07980 917523.

The Hermitage Pre-school - Ruddington. Open Mon-Fri 9-12 term time only. Quality early years education for chiildren aged 2-5. Tel Teresa Gough or Tracey Jukes on 07923 487030.

West Bridgford Methodist Baby & Toddler Group - open Wednesdays in term time 9.3011.30 & 13.30-15.00. £2.50 per family. On the corner of Patrick Rd & Musters Rd. Please contact familyworker@wbmethodist.org.uk for more info.

West Bridgford Baptist Church Toddlers - every Wednesday in term time 10-11.30am. £1 per child & adult (extras 50p). Free play, crafts & singing time. Contact Ann: 0115 981 0690 or family@ westbridgfordbaptist.church Unlimited Theatre Youth Theatre - Wednesdays 3.30pm-5.30pm at Rushcliffe School Drama Studio, Boundary Road, West Bridgford. 12-16 year olds. www.unlimitedtheatre.co.uk or 07737750869

St Giles Pre-School - we are open Mon – Fri 9.10am-12.10pm (term time only) with lunch clubs Mon, Tues, Wed & Thurs until 2.10pm. Based in Lutterell Hall, Church Drive, West Bridgford. For more info call 07434 047956 or email: stgilesplaygroupwb@hotmail.co.uk, or visit www.stgilespreschool.co.uk. £13.50 per session and £4.50 per hour for lunch club. (Funding can be used for either) Holy Spirit Baby and Toddler Group - every Thursday in term time 10 - 11.30am. Holy Spirit Social Centre, on the corner of Victoria Road and Melton Road. £1 per family. Please contact: holyspirittoddlergroup@hotmail.com for more info.

Edwalton Parish Church Toddlers Group - NG12 4AB. Meet every Tues, term time, 10am-11.30am.

We welcome all children & their carers for friendship & conversation. £1 per family. Free refreshments.

For more info: edwaltonchurch@yahoo.co.uk or visit www.churchedwalton.plus.com Lady Bay Pre-School - All Hallows Church Hall, Pierrepont Rd, Lady Bay, West Bridgford. 2-4 yrs.

Open Mon-Fri 9.15-12.15pm. Lunch club until 2.15pm term time. Contact us on 0115 981 1309/079 82764882 or ladybayplaygroup@gmail.com Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Oct-March Nott’ham Indoor Cricket Centre, Bar Lane Ind.Est., BAsford Maltings. Monday U11 6-7pm, hardball net 7-8pm, Friday club night, all ages 6.30pm7.30pm. Indoor cricket league Saturdays 1-5pm U11, U13. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 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.

Freerangers After School Drama - for ages 4-11yrs. Free Rangers after school drama club is designed to build confidence & encourage creativity. Held at The Milk Lounge, Arnold & Beeston, term time Wed & Thurs 4pm - 5pm. Contact Olivia - 0115 837 1950 or olivia@wearenonsuch.com to find out more!

Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in St Paul’s Church, Carlton on Wednesday evenings 6.15 - 7.30pm. Take a look at our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun!

Little Rockets Toddler Group - offering fun & friendship for parents/carers & children from birth to 5 years. Every Monday 10-11.30am (term time) at The Rock Church, 13-15 Wellin Lane, Edwalton, NG12 4AS. For more info call 07913 426051.

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Entrepreneur Inspires Students Students at the Nottingham Emmanuel School have been attending inspirational talks aimed at boosting their skills and enthusiasm in the quest for their future ambitions.

One visitor was Trish Daswaney, of not for profit makeup company, Kohl Kreatives, which aims to help men and women recreate features cosmetically, particularly those with conditions such as alopecia, vitiligo, those undergoing chemotherapy or with skin scarring or burns.

Trish says that she hopes that her story will inspire students to think big. “I have loved visiting The Nottingham Emmanuel School!

I took my degree in Nottingham and know the city well. I come back frequently.” Trish told students about the ups and the downs of creating your own business.

“As a young person with extremely ambitious career plans, I felt that spending time listening to a new and upcoming entrepreneur has really inspired me to be more courageous and innovative with my goals for the future.”

Trish says that the students should never be put off when things don’t go to plan. “If you push and strive and work towards something with passion, you really can achieve it!”

Student Scarlett Wright, (Year 12 Head Girl) said Trish Daswaney’s talk was inspirational.

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Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - Saturday 17 March - 2pm-4pm at Arnold Hill Academy, Gedling Rd, Arnold, NG5 6NZ. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.

CREATE! West Bridgford - Art & Craft for everyone. Child and adult classes. Tues/Weds/Thurs/ Fri. Book: Helen 07779 666563 or online @ www.createwb.co.uk

Carlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 5pm - 6pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.8yrs +. For more info call 0115 808 4508 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btck.com Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7 to 11 yr olds, along with hardball teams for ages 11-15. Contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details.

Nottingham Outlaws BMX Club - Coaching sessions Sat: 9.30am. Gates Thur (Spring/ Summer) & Sun (Winter). Also monthly races. For more info:email@nottinghamoutlaws.co.uk or fb: Nottinghamoutlawsbmxclub or visit www.nottinghamoutlaws.com. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell.

Little Rockets Toddler Group Edwalton - The Rock Church, 13-15 Wellin Lane, Edwalton. Every Thursday (term time) from 10-11.30am. Soft play, book corner, craft, singing time & hot food served. £1.50 entry, unlimited free tea, coffee, juice & biscuits. Contact: jenniferallen2230@icloud.com Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. We meet 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure6.30-7.45 Centre, Bestwood.

0115Grp 960 2nd Thursdays Arnold Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers - Beavers Fri | Cubs Call Panther 7912 or visitTues www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more information.

7-8.30pm | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri. Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 9865/0787505 6784 shooting.For 13-18yr olds. Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org 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

kids Nottingham Emmanuel School Recognises Outstanding Sporting Achievements The Nottingham Emmanuel School hosted its annual Sports Awards evening highlighting a wealth of sporting talent and success.

Gareth Clarke, Head of PE said that it was a fantastic reflection on the achievements of the sporting year. Student Josh Smith won accolades on the evening including Basketball and Sports Personality of the Year and said, “It means a lot to me to win the Sports Personality award, it’s made me really happy. I like my sports and the PE teachers at Emmanuel are really nice and supportive.

I want to be a professional basketball player when I am older, but I also have back up plans if I don’t make it to that level!”

The special guest speaker on the night was Andy Townsend, who completed the gruelling Marathon Des Sables, described as the ‘toughest footrace on earth’. He had some good advice for the sporting students in the audience. “I would encourage the students here to dream big, to set big goals for themselves, to think about what they really want to achieve and to set their sights high.

I would encourage them to persevere toward their goals, and not to give up.”

The school has also seen a string of outstanding achievements in sports as students excel at a variety of disciplines at county and national levels.

Standing at 6ft 2”, 17-year-old student, Harvey Kirk, had never even heard of sprint canoeing when he decided to take part in trials at school. But not only did he pass all the tests with flying colours, he is now part of British Canoeing’s Sprint Regional Squad.

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Student Ashley Heseltine is proving his name in the cricket world and has just been selected for the 2018 Under 13’s Nottinghamshire County Cricket Squad.

Competing at a national level in decathlon requires an unusually tough and complex training programme; one which 17-year-old student, Cameron Darkin-Price, knows all about. The discipline requires an all-round talent to perform the ten events involved.

Despite suffering with injuries during the season, Cameron represented England and won bronze in Glasgow in November.

Maizie Evison was playing basketball in an East Midlands tournament when she was spotted by Basketball England talent scouts.

Now the 14-year-old has made it onto the England squad after further trials.

Finally, there is Opal Peet (pictured above), whose dancing ability has opened up an opportunity of a lifetime. Opal trains at Leah’s Dance Academy four times a week and was chosen this year for the chance to compete for a scholarship at the International Dance Teacher Association school in London.

Derek Hobbs, Principal, said, “The collective achievements of these students is so inspiring. They are not only a credit to The Nottingham Emmanuel School, but are a credit to their families and an inspiration for the entire county.”

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New year, new home?

Can you give Edgar a great start to the new year by giving him a home?

Rescued by local charity, Animal Accident Rescue Unit, Edgar was found in a dreadful state – extremely thin and ill.

Thanks to donations and fosterers from the charity, this former stray has fully recovered into a handsome feline with lovely glossy fur. Despite being healthy and just 3-4 years old, he has been waiting for a home for over six months.

As his fosterer explains: ‘Edgar’s long wait is a surprise because he’s wonderful company, settles in quickly, is very affectionate and a real character!’

Can you give a little time to make a big difference?

We have a variety of flexible Volunteering opportunities available in the Nottingham area.

Help us to change a life, Call Nottingham Guide Dogs on 0345 143 0221 Registered charity in England and Wales (209617) and Scotland (SC038979). 9602 11/17

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With no premises, animals are fostered in volunteers’ homes. 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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Bathrooms/Kitchens/Bedrooms Shower Doctor 39 Sliding Door Wardrobes 25 Building Services / Roofers / Fascias Canterburys 45 GP Construction 39 Nottingham No Leak 18 Nottingham Roofing 39 Peak Building 41 Prestige Building & Roofing 37 S G Palfreyman 41 WA Builders 28 Business Services Clark Business Admin

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Car Spares/Parts Kens Auto Spares

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Cleaning: homes, carpets, drives Aqua Blast 48 Brooklands Cleaning 37 Chewing Services 18 Derwent Carper Cleaning 49 Dustbusters 36 Homemaid 20 MJ Cleaning 47 Curtains/Blinds/Shutters Apollo Blinds Bella Blinds Hillarys Blinds Just Shutters

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Dental Practices Compton Acres

Fireplaces/Woodburners/Stoves Homesweep 37 Stonebridge Fireplaces 20 Flooring The Little Carpet Co.

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Funeral Directors Notts Funeral Service

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Garage Repairs JB Doors VSF Ltd

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Gardening / Groundwork / Landscaping ARC Group B & P Paving James Joseph HD Tree & Gardening Littlegreen Landscapes Smart Blox

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Driving Schools Neil Codd (LGV/HGV)

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WEST BRIDGFORD POLICE STATION Rectory Rd, West Bridgford NG2 6BN RUSHCLIFFE NEIGHBOURHOOD CONTACT LIST Neighbourhood Policing Sgt. Sgt 564 Harvey Smedley Non-emergency contact: 101 Ext 810 6145 TRENT BRIDGE PCSO 9651 Lisa Bee Tel: 07525 226404 PCSO 8094 Jane Barker Tel: 07702 141575 LADY BAY/ABBEY GAMSTON - NORTH & SOUTH PCSO 8133 Lee Sampson Tel: 07702 141707 PCSO 9819 Vee Mawer Tel: 07702 141778 COMPTON ACRES/ LUTTERELL/MUSTERS/ EDWALTON PCSO 4781 Jodie Turner Tel: 07824 457222 Visit us online: www.nottinghamshire.police.uk Email: Rushcliffe.northpa@ nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk

from your Neighbourhood Beat Team....

Media reports suggest a freezing winter will continue into the new year, with temperatures dropping and the arrival of heavy snow and blizzards.

possible. You can find details of gritting routes in our county on the Nottinghamshire County Council and Nottingham City Council web sites.

The force have a number of advice guides to ensure you, your family and your home is best prepared for this predicted weather.

Protect your home in winter As the nights get darker earlier leave a light on inside your home.

(Remember to choose low energy lamps.)

Use a timer switch: These operate the lights as it starts to get dark.

Change the times that the lights come on to simulate an occupied home.

Make sure your front door is well lit: Use dusk to dawn lighting that automatically comes on as it gets dark.

Keep your house secure: Make sure you keep your doors and windows locked at all times.

Keep warm, keep well If you are over 65 or have a health condition or reduced mobility, you should ideally heat your home to at least 18°C. It is also a good idea to try to keep your bedroom at this temperature throughout the night if possible.

Please talk to older relatives, neighbours and friends to ensure they are prepared for the winter.

When travelling - be prepared Be prepared by having an emergency kit in your vehicle, which should include ice-scraper, de-icer, warm clothes and blankets, torch, boots, first aid kit, jump leads, a spade, a road atlas and sunglasses (for the winter glare).

Check the forecast for the day. The morning trip to work might be clear skies and frost, but the changeable British weather means those clouds can roll in and the next thing you know you’re driving home in snow.

Be ready for all eventualities.

Plan your journey • Check weather and travel conditions before and during your journey and make sure you leave extra time to clear your windscreen properly before setting off.

Going on holiday • Suspend any deliveries, such as milk and newspapers • Ask a friend or neighbour to keep an eye on your property • Try to make your home look occupied while you are not there by using timer switches on lamps or your radio Be a good neighbour If you see anyone acting suspiciously in your neighbourhood, call the police on 101 or, in an emergency, 999.

To find out more about the force’s winter advice guide please visit: www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/ advice/winter-safety

• Try to stick to main roads that have been gritted, wherever

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To find out more about our current vacancies and how to apply please visit: http://www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/jobs