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

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

Bored with mince beef? Try our delicious turkey recipes instead.

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classifieds 34,36 crossword 46 sudoku 48 business, IT & finance 68 safer neighbourhoods 70 free time 72 community diary 74-77 music roundup 82-84 looking good, feeling great 85 kids kids diary

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ng3 - 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 £5.50+vat per edition (150 characters). Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 926 9777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Breathe Easy Gedling - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. We meet the 2nd Tues each month from 1pm-3pm at the Scout Hut, Calverton Road, Arnold, NG5 8DP

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 Nottingham on 0115 911 1661 or email npcsg@live.co.uk 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 Depression - group meeting every month in Arnold, also one to one meetings available, limited spaces available. To find out more or to book your place please call Roxanne on 07988 083224 or email: roxannefreeman@hotmail.com

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.

Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call

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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

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

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 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.

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.

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

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 Alcoholics Anonymous - every Sunday 5.30pm - 6.30pm 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

Breathe Easy - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. The Nottingham North Branch welcomes people from Arnold, Gedling, Carlton, Mapperley & Sherwood areas. We meet the 2nd Thurs each month at St Georges Comm Centre, Victoria St, Netherfield at 1.30pm. Further info from Jim Bennett 847 7639.

West Bridgford & Sherwood Versus Arthritis - monthly groups held in West Bridgford & Sherwood. We support people with any types of arthritis & invite interesting & informative speakers to our meetings. We also organise day trips twice a year & join together for Xmas lunch. Please contact Lorraine on 0115 981 6646 or lorrainesalt81@ gmail.com or Muriel on 0776 484 6257

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.

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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.

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

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 Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www.smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: 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

Heydays Day Services - accredited day service provider. Socialising and activities for over 65’s. Mon, Wed & Thurs 10am - 3.30pm.Two course hot meal & daily refreshments. Tel: 0115 952 1421 (see our facebook page)

Notts Peer to Peer Network - information for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire and their carers.

Gateway Drop In, for mutual support, information, occasional outings and talks at St Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to 3.30pm. For more information email: mail@nottspeertopeernetwork.com or write: Self Help Nottingham, Ormiston House, 32-36 Pelham St, NG1 2EG or visit: www.nottspeertopeernetwork.com

Chernobyl Children’s Life Line (CCLL) Nottingham - providing respite care holidays for children from Belarus & Ukraine who are affected by the ongoing consequences of the Chernobyl nuclear disaster. Interested? Tel: 01949 842383 or email: ccllnottm116@aol.com or visit: www.ccll.org.uk/nottingham

MS Society - Nottingham & District Branch Drop-in meeting, 2nd Wed every month at Brookfields Garden Centre,

Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. Meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS inc. carers & family. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or call Doug for more info: 0115 966 3582

Gateway Women - a group to support women who don’t have children by circumstances not by choice. http:// gateway-women.com was started by Jody Day. The Nottingham group meet 1st Saturday of the month at Sexy Mama Love Cicchetti, 15 Carlton St, NG1 1NL at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

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

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.

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

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

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Heart Support Group - run by Nottingham City Primary Care Cardiac Service. Meet on first Wednesday each month from 2-4pm at Bakersfield Comm. Centre. Also groups in Clifton and Hyson Green. Contact cardiac team for more info on: 0115 883 4733

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Memory Cafe - anyone with memory problems, together with their carers, very welcome. Meet 2nd Wednesday of

every month, 1pm-3pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive (off Mansfield Rd), Sherwood. For more info call Pauline: 01332 810366 or Alan: 01159 262232

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

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

Tea Dance - run by Nottingham Osteoporosis Society. Every Thursday 1.30pm - 4pm at Sherwood Community Centre. £2.50 includes tea and biscuits. All welcome.

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.

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

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

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Turkey... Not Just For Christmas!

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

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

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

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

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Thai Turkey Burgers

Turkey Chilli

Turkey Enchiladas

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

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

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

(makes 4 generous burgers)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

(serves 4)

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

If it looks too thick add some water.

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

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THINKING OF A HOUSE EXTENSION, LOFT CONVERSION OR NEW GARAGE? WANT TO IMPROVE THE KERBSIDE APPEAL OF YOUR HOME? OVER 20 YEARS EXPERIENCE PROVIDING A FULL SERVICE, FROM INITIAL IDEAS TO PRODUCING DESIGN LAYOUTS FOR PLANNING APPLICATIONS & DRAWINGS/CALCULATIONS FOR BUILDING REGULATIONS

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Professional Oven Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning SERVICES & PRICES CARPET from £60.00 OVEN from £40.00 SOFA from £100.00 LEATHER & VINYL TENANTS CLEANING

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Transform the look of your home with A new Buffalo resin driveway Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire's only approved resin installer.

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Buy with confidence

Buffalo Driveways are the area's local leading installer of porous resin bound driveways, patios and pathways Buffalo will transform your driveway, old or new.

As well as laying resin on a new base, in many cases we can overlay existing surfaces (subject to survey) which means less mess, and a faster result.

Local Testimonials: “We used Buffalo Driveways to prepare and lay a new resin driveway. Really friendly people but very professional. They worked very hard despite the exceptionally hot temperatures. Really pleased with the end result.”

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Do you have an old tired driveway?

Do you want to have the latest premium drive in as little as 24 hours?

Did you know that if you already have a drive, we can use it as a sub base? This means that we may not have to excavate your current driveway, we simply prepare the existing drive and overlay on top!

Why Choose Buffalo?

• Hard wearing • Anti-slip surface • Completely porous-no more puddles

What colour would you choose?

Our friendly designer John, will work with you to design your perfect driveway, path or patio. We have plenty of colour choices, ideas and a huge selection of edgings Chooses the style which suits yourself and home. Our range of edging has a style to suit all properties from traditional round top edge to ultramodern aluminium

and many more colours available too!

Before

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Martin Page

Mapperley Area’s Local

Tree Surgeon

Have you considered? Just like the rest of your property your trees may need some maintenance from time to time?

Are your trees too tall, unsafe or untidy?

Are they blocking light from yours, or your neighbour’s property?

With o v e r 25 years of experience working with trees in your area I would be pleased to offer you free advice and a free quotation.

call me now on

0115 906 8670

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GM PL ASTERING

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SILKY SMOOTH CEILINGS AND WALLS Professional plastering contractors

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• Boiler & Fire Servicing • Central Heating • Bathroom Installations • Gas Safety Checks

• Misted Glass Units • Broken Locks/Handles • Faulty Hinges • Composite Doors • Conservatories • Soffits & Fascias WE REPAIR OR REPLACE!

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Best Prices SERVICES Manufacturers & Suppliers Concrete Posts Gravel Boards Fencing • Gates Also Fence Fitting, Driveways, Patios, Walls & Small Extensions £795 10 ba ys supplied & fitted

0800 1937171 (Free phone) 07400 830871 | bestfencing.co.uk

Home Extensions Garage Conversions Structural Alterations Refurbishments Kevin Balmforth

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PHIL SARGEANT

ELECTRICIAN

Painter & Decorator

Taking the shock out of your electrics

Mob: 07890 750585 Tel: 0115 960 7438

*Extra Lights and Sockets *Outdoor power *Free Quotes & Honest Assessments *Tidy Work *Landlord safety certificates & More

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A & M Windows

Colwick based company

Tel: 07725 869 611 ALL DOORS MADE TO MEASURE AND INSTALLED WITHIN 10 DAYS OF ORDERING

All doors fully reinforced.

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DOORS

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BRIGHTWOOD FLOORING Hardwood & Engineered Wood Floors Parquet Sanding & Refinishing of Existing Floors

PAINTING & DECORATING COVING & ARTEXING Fully City & Guilds Qualified 25 Years Experience Friendly Reliable Service Good Quality Clean Work Free Estimates • Competitive Rates

Call Glen Birch

Over 20 years experience

Tel: 0115 9616043 Mob: 07952 129937

For a free quote and advice call

0781 4919436

brightwoodflooring@gmail.com

Are you looking for expert advice, quality workmanship with competitive prices?

Well look no further; Mark Severn is here to help you with all your specialist ground work needs.

Mark has been in his trade for 26 years. All Grounds is a local, friendly business specialising in hard landscaping, fencing and paving.

Mark also does footings and foundations for extensions.

If you want your home and garden to have a whole new look please call Mark now for a free quotation on 0115 952 4729 or 07870 271643.

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DF GARDEN AND PROPERTY SERVICES

Specialising in landscaping, garden services and property maintenance

Local, friendly, reliable and professional service We are happy to take on all jobs both big and small and can offer you expert advice and knowledge to ensure you get a beautiful garden and home

3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3

DECKING FENCING/GATES PATIOS/PATIO CLEANING TREE WORK HEDGE CUTTING TURFING BLOCK PAVING DRIVEWAYS

For further advice or a complete new look for your garden call Dave Farnsworth for a friendly quote on 07970 658756 or 0115 955 6495

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Shower & Bathroom Problems Leaking Shower Structures Tiles Trays Doors & mould & damp issues Damage Repair 50 years experience Free quotation

Shower Repairs Service & Newly Installed Electric Mixer Power Shower & Shower Pumps

All types of Electrical work undertaken

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Over 30 Years Experience

Faults, Repairs, Testing, Alterations Replacement lights from £40.00 Electrical Test & Inspection EICR from £100.00 New Consumer Unit, Test Certificate & Building Regulations Part P Notification from £350.00

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SINCE 1967

TRUSTED ROOFING SERVICES Roofing work can be difficult and dangerous, so it is wise to always get professional help. At D & S Roofing, we provide top quality roofing services at affordable prices.

We offer quality advice and help you decide the best course of action for your roofing problem in and around Nottinghamshire.

Free quotes available.

SERVICES TILED/SLATE ROOFS • FLAT ROOFS CHIMNEYS • GUTTERING CONTACT US • 0115 911 0320 dandsroofing@hotmail.co.uk 2B Thoresby Avenue, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3GA

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All work carried out is fully guaranteed.

For a FREE quote call Patrick on

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Electrical, plastering and joinery services also available.

Emergency call out 24hrs a day, 7 days a week.

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BEECROFTS JOINERY All joinery work undertaken by a time served tradesman with 25 years experience.

All internal & external doors, hard & soft wood, supplied & fitted.

All types of wood flooring fitted | Kitchens supplied and fitted.

Happy to undertake any job, large or small.

Call Brendan for friendly advice and a quote

0115 966 6125 or 07956 859452

Grout & About

M J Cleaning Services

Domestic | Office | Pubs All cleans to a high standard Fully insured References available

For professional wall and floor tiling at affordable prices contact:

Andrew Foster Mobile: 0797 1184082 www.groutandabout.co.uk

For a free quote call

07399 587309 (Commercial) 07814 902154 (Domestic)

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Stonebridge Heating Centre • Gas boiler replacement specialists • Gas servicing • Breakdowns & repairs over 35 years experience ex british gas engineers Opening Times: Mon-Fri 9-5pm Sat 9-4pm • Sun 12-4pm • (Bank Holidays 11-4pm)

Showroom - Daleside Road (opposite Virgin Media) Colwick, Nottingham NG2 4DH

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Sell your unwanted items for FREE. Call 0115 926 9777 Set of 4 x Henselite Bowls. Size 5. £50 ono.

07973 294450 10 x John Harvey Paperback Books. £5.

07973 294450 White Ikea Toddler Extendable Bed. £25 ono. 07973 294450 24” Phillips Nicam Digital Stereo TV. With stand. Fully working. £25. 07917 035588 Two Seater Reclining Settee. Beige & brown.

Ex. cond. £45 ono. 07366 111624 3 x Blackout Window Roller Blinds. Light grey. 3ft 6” wide x 5ft drop. Can be cut to size. £10. 0777 211 5323 Bobbin Lace Cushion. With 30 wood turned bobbins, books, small mounting blocks, cotton etc. £45. 01623 793849 Black & Decker Workmate. Hardly used. £55.

01623 793849 Framed Print of the Shambles in York. By Colin Williamson. 10” x 12”. £6. 0115 921 6536 Framed B & W Print of Blea Tarn. By Colin Williamson. 10” x 8”. £5. 0115 921 6536 Old Framed Map of the East Riding, Yorkshire. 20” x 15”. £5. 0115 921 6536 Exterior Wood Door. Half glazed with 9 small glass panes. With lock & key. 198cm x 76cm. £20. 0115 926 2731 (after 6pm) Pressure King Pro Pressure Cooker. As new. 5lt, still boxed. Cost £69.99. £49. 0115 849 2207 Oval Coffee Table. 42” x 23”. Dark wood, glass top. £29. 07925 970044 Sundridge Angling Winter Boiler Suit. As new. Cost £169. Offers. 07925 970044 Cookworks Bread Maker. As new (used 4 times). Genuine reason for sale. Cost £49. £23.

07538 285197 Ladies Report White Figure Ice Skates. Size 280. Used but ex.cond. Blades are marked John Wilson made in Sheffield England, mrykl 10.5. £40. 0115 952 7760 Wine & Beer Brewing Equipment. Inc. 6 x demi-johns worth £5 each. £40 the lot. 07799 445311 4 x Piece Brown Leather Sofa Suite. Good condition. £350 ono. 07725 838699

WANTED. Old HiFi stereo equipment, speakers, record decks, amps etc. 07855 994605 WANTED. Old fishing items or full set-ups wanted by collector. Anything considered.

07855 994605 WANTED. Old tools & antique collectables.

Shed/garage clearance, prompt service & cash payments. 07855 994605 COLLECTOR WANTS: Gents mechanical Swiss old wrist watches eg:Omega, Longines etc.. Best cash prices paid. 07973 815778 WANTED. Approx. 1960s Mini car or parts.

0115 928 8887 WANTED. Sewing machines by local collector.

Cash paid. 077908 13990 WANTED. Garden slabs 18” square. 07538 285197 Solid Oak Desk. Good condition. L 148cm x W 60cm x H 76cm. £125 ono. 07725 838699 Music Stool. Walnut. Padded top & 2 x drawers. £40. 0115 9285 109 2 x Wall Cabinets. Dark oak. Top half glass, bottom half cupboards. £30 for both. 0115 953 7273 Ajustamatic Bed. With massaging action & hand control. £100. 07443 655905 4 x Henselite Classic Deluxe Balls. Size 4 medium. In large carrying bag + extras. £40.

01773 717781 Andrew James Food Mixer. All tools & recipe book. Cream colour. £30 ono. 07999 552236 Moto E4 Mobile Phone. Black. 7.1 android system. 16GB storage. Complete with headphones & charger. SIM free. Immaculate condition. Offers over £80. 07733 758426 Raleigh Stowaway Ladies Bike. Circa 1970s.

With basket. Well used but fully working. Any reasonable offer. 0115 938 3508 New 3/4 Length Lambskin Coat. As worn by Duchess of Cambridge. £290. 0115 920 4728 New M & S Skirt Suit. Size 16, check pattern. £30 ono. 0115 920 4728 Black Jacques Verte Trouser Suit. £60 ono.

0115 920 4728 Free Fish For Garden Pond. Goldfish (about 12) sizes 6cm-12cm. 0115 752 0274

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Handyman Services

Most households jobs/repairs undertaken

bathroom & kitchen refurbs, ceramic tiling, plumbing, painting, decorating, fencing, roofing, flooring, gardening, flatpack furniture, pressure washing

For a quote/advice ring Jason on

0774 116 4990

James Painting & Decorating Your local time served, professional decorator

• Interior & exterior work • Free quotations • Fully insured • Friendly & reliable

Tel: 0115 779 5336 Mob: 07979 555355

Email: james.vernon@hotmail.com

ALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING AND BUILDING WORK UNDERTAKEN No Job too big or too small Flat Roofs • Roof Repairs • Chimneys Leaks • UPVC Fascias • Guttering • Fencing Contact John for free quote or advice info@nottinghambuildingandroofing.co.uk www. nottinghambuildingandroofing.co.uk

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Sell your unwanted items for FREE. Call 0115 926 9777 Kids Dirt Scooter. Chunky wheels. Silver. £10.

07800 633101 Builders Wooden Ladder. Double 18 rung. £30. 0115 926 5044 Cot Bed. Complete with mattress & bedding.

Excellent condition, used only few times. £30.

0115 926 5044 Pro-Bika Motorbike Jacket. With inner jacket.

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

0115 938 4937 Isabella Ambassador Crown Awning. Little used. To fit caravan 22ft-23ft. £495. 07929 213017 Dorema Quattro Porch Awning. Little used.

Aluminium poles. 270 x 200cm. £175. 07929 213017 Dining Table, 4 x Chairs & Sideboard. £5.

Can deliver. 0115 938 9112 20 Pairs Ladies Hotter Shoes, Sandles & Boots. Size 6.5/7, extra wide. Some new, others VGC. £10 per pair. 0115 960 9780 24v Cordless Impact & Driver Drill. With manual. VGC. £20. 0115 960 9011 DVD/CD Wooden Cabinet. Oak. Never used. £85. 0115 926 4784 Graco Navy Pushchair. With cosy toes, 5 point harness, tray, buggy board (was £40).

Birth - 3yrs. Hardly used. £60. 0115 942 5618 2 x Pine Grooved Display Shelves. With fixings. To paint, stain or varnish. 4” x 47”. £10.

0115 942 5618 Swarkovski Bracelet. Gold colour with small round crystal stones set evenly. Classy & dainty. £80. 0115 942 5618

WANTED. Foreign coins & bank notes by amateur collector. 0115 926 0276 WANTED. Samsung Galaxy 6 mobile phone.

Good condition & reasonable price. 07985 240292 Old Style Pioneer Hi-Fi System. Includes 2 x speakers. £20. 0115 966 4786 Reebok Exercise Machine. Top of the range £1000 new. As new. £250 ovno. 07985 240292 VHS Tapes. Includes 20 x Friends tapes. £20.

0115 966 4786 24ft 2 Section Aluminium Ladder. Good condition. £20. 0115 966 4786 Canal Boat Decorated Bucket & Jug. 14” high. £20. 01773 761516 Cosmetic Wall Bathroom Mirror. Brand new, still packaged. Unwanted gift. 17cm diameter. front - normal, back 3 x magnified. £15. 0115 960 9011 Ash Logs. Approx. 1.5 tonnes. £60 ono. 07814 317203 Valor Petrus Electric Fire. Good cond. cost £400. £125 ono. 0115 920 2210 Left Handed Golf Clubs. Set of Pings, £150 and set of Taylormade, £150 + various other clubs, offers. 0115 953 3465 Powakaddy 3 Way Titanium Sport. Includes 2 batteries & charger. £250. 0115 953 3465 Full Set Cobra Irons. And 3 woods, chipper, putter inc. bag, tees & balls. £100 ono. 07908 893181 Collection of Vinyl 45s & LPs. All sleeved & catalogued. Selection of genres, lots of 70s & 80s pop. Offers. 07908 893181 Electronic Organ. Has 2 x keyboards & foot peddles. £40. 0115 953 7375 Fuji Finepix Digital Camera. Good condition.

4900 zoom. Inc. manual, case, 2 SD cards & spare battery. £35. 0115 840 7981 VHS Collection of Sherlock Holmes. £25.

0115 919 5283 VHS Collection of James Bond. £25. 0115 919 5283 Double Divan & Mattress. Firm mattress, headboard, under drawer storage. Ex. cond.

Hardly used. £100. 0115 942 5618

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Stonebridge Fireplaces • Gas fires • Electric fires • Woodburning & multifuel stoves • All types of fireplaces

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We will be at the Plant Hunters’ Fair at: Saturday 4th May 1620’s House and Garden, Donington Le Heath, LE67 2FW. Entry to garden & fair £1.

Saturday 11th May National Memorial Arboretum Alrewas DE13 7AR. Free entry to fair.

Monday 27th May Arboretum Carsington Water, Ashbourne DE6 1ST. Free entry to Plant Fair.

Saturday 8th June Bosworth Battlefield, Market Bosworth, CV13 0AD. Plant Fair Entry £1.

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Carpet Cleaning Derwent Cleaning Services A Trading Standards approved company

Children & pet safe Carpet & upholstery specialists Domestic and commercial

01158 547656

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Home-sweep.co.uk

Approved Chimney Sweep & HETAS Installer

Member of the Guild of Master Chimney Sweeps Chimney Sweep with certification Stove Installation, Chimney Lining, CCTV surveys & repairs Bird Guards and Cowls supplied & fitted Full Public Liability Insurance

Call Gary or Gaynor for a free quotation

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CJ PLASTERING RESKIMMING OF OLD WALLS ~ SKIMMING OVER ARTEX ~ CEILINGS OVERBOARDED PATCHING WORK ~ PLASTERBOARDING

honest, reliable, clean & tidy work free quotations & advice call Rich on:

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Local, Affordable & Reliable Your Local Car Garage in Gedling. For repairs, MOT, servicing in Nottingham and surrounding areas. We have over 40 years experience in offering dealership level servicing and repairs at competitive prices.

Call 0115 987 60 94 today • MOTs • Servicing • Engine Diagnostics • Tyres and Exhausts • Welding • Four Wheel Alignment • Fuel Detox • Air Conditioning • Air-Con Detox • Brakes

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JOHN WHITE

BUILDERS

OVER 25 YEARS EXPERIENCE References Supplied Competitive Prices Local Tradesman

For all your general building work Plastering | Tiling | Patios & Block Paving | Extensions

For a FREE quote please call: 0115 952 6874 // 07759 487940

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07846 153 474

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During my research for a history course on Mapperley, more information came to light about one of the earliest founders of the town, William de Corner.

William owned land west of what is now Woodborough Road, an area called Cornerwong, translated as Corners Field. In the 14th century, a wong was a large tract of land that was not cultivated but used to graze animals.

William was one of the clerks to King Henry III, appointed in 1269 as Papal Chaplin to the King. As a churchman he was very well educated and like most senior men at the court, spoke perfect French. In 1271 William was nominated as Archbishop of Dublin and a bitter struggle between himself and Fromund le Brun ensued with the Pope eventually settling the matter by disqualifying both candidates in favour of John de Derlington.

Henry of Braunstone, died he was one of three candidates put forward to replace him.

However, in spite of the Kings patronage, the vote went against him and Laurence of Hagbourne was appointed. However just after the election Laurence died and William was then appointed to the post. He became Bishop of Salisbury and was consecrated at Canterbury on March 16th, 1289.

The following year, now with his new standing and authority, he was again sent on a further diplomatic mission to France, this time by the new King, Edward 1st. During this trip William became ill and complained of various illnesses and exhaustion. He returned to England but was off again on his travels to France in June the next year. During this trip he became ill again, but this time he did not recover and died on 10th October 1291, while still in France.

From 1272 to 1273 William, as Proctor and Royal Envoy, was sent on diplomatic missions by the King to the French court. On his return he was appointed Archdeacon of Northumberland and clerk to the Archbishop of Canterbury, John Pecham. He was now serving the two most powerful men in England, the King and the most senior church leader.

At the time Mapperley was situated within the forest of Sherwood and subject to the Kings Forest Law. Mapperley was administered by the local Lord of the Forest, in this case William de Corner, on behalf of the King.

William owned the land but his actions regarding its use were greatly restricted by forest law and subject to considerable penalties if disobeyed.

His new position gave him the Kings ear thus allowing him to gain certain rights within the forest that would normally be restricted to the King. The right to cut and use timber and clear certain areas for agriculture. This was the first time that Mapperley had seen the land being worked, albeit on a small scale.

William’s bones were shipped back to England and buried in Salisbury. His tomb, which still exists, is only 1.1m long and it is often referred to as the tomb of the boy bishop. William was of average height for the time, about 5’4”, but as only his loose bones were placed in the tomb it only need a small monument. This was fortunate as space within the church was limited.

As a result of William’s work for the King in France, when the Bishop of Salisbury,

I am researching the history of Mapperley and would be very pleased to hear from anyone with more details or information. Email: bob.m.massey@gmail. com or post via NG5 magazine.

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Gedling Borough Council is set to freeze council tax and announces plans in its budget for investment in the borough to tackle knife crime, anti-social behaviour, fly tipping, dog fouling and street cleanliness.

For a typical household in Gedling, the amount they pay in council tax to Gedling Borough Council will remain at £2.42 per week.

The budget also includes plans for investment in frontline services in the borough, including the introduction of a new Rapid Response Cleaning Team to further strengthen efforts to deal with litter, dog fouling and fly tipping as well as plans to employ an additional Neighbourhood Warden to help tackle knife crime and anti-social behaviour in the borough. A £20,000 investment in knife crime prevention work with younger people will also be provided to assist the borough’s local policing team.

A new Empty Homes Officer post will be created to support the work done by the existing officer who, in the last year, has brought over 80 empty properties back into use, reducing the number of ‘eye-sore’ properties in the borough and creating much needed available homes for people to live in.

A new Town Centre and Markets Manager post will be created to help lead and coordinate work on Arnold Market and Carlton Square regeneration and investment projects in the town centres. 50 new bins will also be installed across the borough’s towns and villages to help reduce street littering.

Improvements are also planned at Redhill Leisure Centre with a £70,000 investment in new gym equipment. Free two hour car parking at all council owned car parks will also continue and there will be a substantial car park extension provided at the popular Gedling Country Park.

The budget proposals come after the announcement that 91% of the 9,364 Gedling residents who took part in the ‘super council’ survey said they wanted Gedling Borough Council to continue to provide services and did not want it to be abolished.

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HOW TO CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BEAT TEAM ST ANN’S POLICE STATION St Ann’s Wells Road NG3 3HR Tel: 101 Ext: 318 0950 email: stannssnt@ Nottinghamshire.pnn.police.uk

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

Q: What’s the best part of your role?

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

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The Dragon Boat Challenge takes place on the River Trent at the Victoria Embankment on Sunday 4th August in aid of Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People and is one of the key attractions of the Riverside Festival.

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

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NG3 Community Diary 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 £5.50+vat (150 characters) per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Spanish Lessons!!! - enjoy learning Spanish...Spanish tutor for all levels. One to one, groups or online lessons. For more

info contact Ms Daniela. Call or text 07463 545873 or email: spanishtutornottingham@yahoo.com Pranyog Yoga Classes - every Tuesday 6pm - 7.30pm. At Raja Sahib Temple, 196a Mansfield Rd, NG3 4GG. Classes are FREE with £2 donation for venue/heating/lighting. Tel 07803 149781 or visit www.pranyog.co.uk Mapperley & Arnold Rotary Club - meet Wednesdays@ 6.30pm at Mapperley Golf Club. For more info contact the secretary Peter Radford on 0115 966 3385 Coffee Morning - every Tuesday - 10am til 1pm. Refreshments and a good old chat. New Testament Church, 173-175 Carlton Road, NG3 2FX. 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.

Arnold Local History Group - all new visitors or members welcome. We meet 3rd Tuesday of the month with a break in July, August & December. Meetings at Arnold Methodist Church, 54 Front St, Arnold, NG5 7EL. Details: www.arnold-historygroup.org. Email: alhgroupo@gmail.com or tel: 0115 920 0626 or write to:144 Surgeys Lane, Arnold, NG5 8GB Mapperley and District U3A - meets 10am, 4th Thursday in the month at Mapperley Plains Recreation & Social Club on Plains Road, Mapperley. For more info: 07913 399362

Mapperley Knit & Natter Club - first Monday of each month. 6.45 - 9pm at Killisick Comm. Centre, Arnold, NG5 8DB. New members welcome. For more info visit www.notts-machine-knitters.org.uk or email: mappnitnatter@gmail.com

Woodthorpe Huffers & Puffers Running Club - for all abilities - 2 miles to marathon! Meet at Thackerays Lane Park (behind

Vale pub) 3 times a week. Learn to Run courses if you are new to running as well as walking group. See website for details: ww.woodthorpehuffersandpuffers.co.uk Marie Curie Mapperley & Arnold Fundraising Group - would love to welcome some new members. We meet on a regular basis and aim to host 2 or 3 events a year. If you’d like to join the group or would just like to help with local collections, please call Helen on 07794 695331 or email: hmjscott@talktalk.net

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.

Arnold Arts Society - at the Pond Hills Arts Society, Pond Hills Lane, Arnold. Meetings are on Tuesday/Thursday

mornings and Wednesday evenings. For more info call Eric Wileman on 01623 793923.

Coffee Morning - at the Wesleyan Reform Church, corner of Burford/Furlong Street, Arnold. On the 2nd Saturday of each month. 10am - 11.30am. Cakes, home-made marmalade etc on sale.

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.

Arnold & District Camera Club - meet every 2 weeks on Thurs eve at Pond Hills Community Centre. Photography skills from the complete beginner to the accomplished amateur. For more info visit www.arnoldanddistrictcameraclub.org.uk Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers - every Tues morning 7 - 8.30am (except after Xmas day & Easter) at The Westminster Hotel, 312 Mansfield Rd, NG5 2EF. For more info call 07894 412 281 or john.brayhome@ntlworld.com.

Prospect Players - meet at 7.30pm on Tues & Fri at the Pondhills Lane Community Centre, Arnold from September to May. For more info call Fiona Shaw on 07984 987216 or visit www.prospect-players.com

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

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 Mapperley Scrabble Club - Arrive at 6.30pm every Thurs at Haywood Rd Community Centre. Newcomers & experienced players welcome.For more info contact Greg on 07910 048162 or visit www.mapperleysc.org.uk.

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

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

Notts N.C.D.S.W is for the divorced, separated & widowed. Hand in friendship to all. Tel 01949 358154.

Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tues every other month (Jan, March, May, July, Sept) 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room. Entrance fee. Refreshments. ContactJacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068.

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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 Nottingham Writers’ Club - meets on the 2nd & 4th Wed (evenings) monthly in the city centre. We welcome everyone who loves to write - aspiring, published or unpublished - all genres catered for. For info please contact Phil on 0115 938 4098

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 The Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Field Club - meets fortnightly, Saturday afternoons (except Dec). Outdoors (summer walks & outings) April - Sept & indoors (speakers) Oct-Mar at the YMCA, 61b Mansfield Rd, NG1 3FN. For more info call Ian on 0115 960 6882.

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

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

Now rated 4* on google. For membership details contact: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 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 Daybrook Bowls Club - friendly club, 5 league teams together with social bowling. Functions throughout the year. New members welcome. Green: Sir John Robinson Way, Daybrook (behind Sainsbury’s car park). Contact 0115 926 2705 or 0115 952 5692 Bootlace Buddies - is a small, friendly walking club for single people born in the 50s & 60s. We walk in the local area on Sundays & sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more info visit www.bootlacebuddies.org or call 0115 958 1897 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.

Arnold Townswomens Guild - meets the first Tuesday of each month at 7pm in the Meeting Rooms of Arnold Library. New members are always welcome. For more details please contact 0115 960 2596 or bl_hales@hotmail.co.uk

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

Burton Joyce Bowls Club - The Poplars Sports Ground, Station Road. Further information on 0115 844 7167 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.

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.

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 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.

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

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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.

Phoenix Friendship Clubs, Nottingham Locksley - Tues evening is DANCE NIGHT. Put your glad rags on and join us. Have fun and keep fit. Entry £3.50. Try for 3 weeks then if you like it, annual membership £5, then £3 per week. At Oakleigh Lodge, 1 Highbury Rd, NG6 9DD. For more info: Arthur 07775 725670 or Trish 07816 216418. EVERYONE WELCOME Friends of Nottingham Museum - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Sat Sept. 22 at 2pm in The Mechanics, North Sherwood St. For details of further meetings: Janet: 0115 922 1734 or janetlievesley@gmail.com

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.

Mapperley Artists - meet at Haywood Rd Community Centre, 46 Haywood Rd. Thursday 1.30pm. Call John Tanner on 0115 960 2614.

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 Friends of Bestwood Country Park - a community group for all interested in supporting the Park.For more details check www.fbcp.org.uk or email gillian.costello@ntlworld.com. Visit our park community cafe 10-noon Saturdays at Dynamo House, off Park Road, Bestwood Village.

Nottingham 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 vists free.

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 Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tues 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 Wed monthly 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 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 Arnold Branch of the U3A - for retired or semi-retired people. Meet at 1.30pm on the 1st Tuesday of the month at Arnold Methodist Church - www.arnoldu3a.org or Pat Jackson: patjackson181@hotmail.co.uk Bonington Film Club - Membership £1 per year. Film admission £2.50. Films shown regularly to members in the Bonington Theatre. To join contact Pauline Allan: 0115 967 6722 or pauline.allan1@ntlworld.com Light Exercise - Gedling Asian Elders Association. Light exercise (chair exercise) £3 inc. tea, biscuits & freshly prepared meal.

Every Wed 11am-2pm. St Marks Church Hall, De-Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Tel Surjitsingh on 0115 958 3244 for more info.

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Patterns & Plains Patchwork & Quilting Group - meet 2nd & 4th Weds monthly - 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Arnold. Call 0115 960 6570 after 7pm for info. New members welcome.

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 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.

Get Going In Gedling - provides volunteer-led short health walks most days of the week. If you enjoy walking and socialising, how about joining us. These walks are a great way to start exercising in a safe and supportive environment.

For more info call Fiona Hextall on 0115 901 3635 or visit www.gedling.gov.uk and search for Get Going in Gedling.

Hucknall Round Table - we are a group of ordinary guys who get to do extraordinary things.

Members have the chance to embrace life to the full& in turn support their local community. Do more. Learn more. For more info contact Daniel Hayes on 07889 725 836 or email: secretary@ hucknallroundtable.co.uk.

Keep Fit Association - exercise for mature ladies. At Mapperley Community Centre every Tues 10.30am. For more info 07979 866406 or 0115 943 0403 Seated Yoga Class - Thursdays 2-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton.

Free. New members very welcome. Call 0115 847 0551 or just turn up!

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Learn to Dance Ceroc - Thurs 7.45pm - 10.45pm at Lutterell Hall, NG2 6AY. No partner needed. 18-80+yrs. Great fun, social night. For more info call Sue: 07915 671688. Like our FB page Ceroc Heaven for more Notts classes.

South Notts Alive & Kicking Friendship Club - Every Thurs at Arnold Liberal Club. 7.30pm-11.15pm. A social & dancing evening. Hand in friendship to all. Tel 01949 358154 or gmtyas@hotmail.co.uk.

Woodthorpe Model Railway Club - meet Tues & Fri from 7pm at Sherwood Comm. Centre, Mansfield Rd, Sherwood, NG5

3FN (near Woodthorpe Park). We are a small friendly group & visitors are always welcome. You can find us on Facebook or call Bob Heath on 07889 031305 for more info.

St Jude’s Art Group - meet in St Jude’s Church Hall on Woodborough Rd from 9am to 12 noon each Wednesday. All abilities welcome. For more info contact Dave Prentice on 0115 962 3704.

Friends of Woodthorpe Grange Park - welcome anyone with a genuine interest in this local park visit: www.woodthorpefriends.

co.uk also on Facebook & Twitter or call: 0115 9522669

Greenwood STEP CLOG - rhythmic, percussive dancing. Mondays from 8pm, Queen’s Walk Community Centre, Nottingham,

NG2 2DF. Actively seeking new male & female dancers/musicians! Our aim - have FUN, keep fit & uphold a long tradition.

Call Tricia: 07731 679072 or Joy/Eric: 0115 978 6858. E: joy.foxley@gmail.com. www.greenwood-clog.org.uk

Gedling Climate Change Group - we are a group of people from all walks of life with one thing in common, we want to make

a change! We organise events, share resources & meet regularly to inform, explain & campaign about climate change. To get in touch please email: gedlingccg@gmail.com or join our online community on facebook.

Line Dancing - come along & join our group. Mondays from 1.45pm to 3.30pm at Bakersfield Community Centre (BANCA), 314 Sneinton Dale, NG3 7DN. Also enjoy a cuppa & lively company. For more info call Pat - 07790 818343 Sunday Assembly - are you non-religious but would enjoy being part of a friendly community that celebrates the one life we

know we have? Different topics every month. Why not join us on the 1st Sun monthly -11am-12noon at The Canalhouse, Canal St, Nottingham.

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 Erewash Valley Wood Turners Association - meet 2nd Wednesday every month at Greasley St Mary’s Church Hall, NG16 2AB. For more info visit www.evwa.org.uk

Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ professional/business single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 7.30pm -10.30pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www. nottinghamroundabout.co.uk

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.

Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society - meet every Tues 7pm - 9.30pm (Sept-June) at Wollaton Park Community Centre, 15 Harrow Rd, NG8 1FG. Excellent speaker programme & internal competitions. For more info visit: www.nnps. org or call Steve Sulley: 07803 021198

Foxhill Evangelical Church Coffee & Cake - every Wednesday 10.30am til noon. Why not call in for a coffee, cake and chat?

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 Notts LGBT+ Network - gay, lesbian, bi, trans? For information and support on groups, pubs, meeting people, legal

issues, coming out, health or just need to talk, contact us on 0115 934 8485 (Monday to Friday 7pm - 9.15pm) or email: info@nottslgbt.com or text 07481 344040

British Sugarcraft Guild Nottingham Branch - meet 2nd Wed monthly at The Dales URC Church, Bakersfield, NG3 7GL - 7-9pm.

Visitors welcome, novice to experienced sugarcrafters. Contact Jackie Taylor: 07708 035311 or taylorj786@btinternet.com 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ain Mar vel: t p a C : s w Bur tonRevie Tried) War riher (I Representation is finally being, well, represented in the superhero genre. Wanting to add her name to the list is a part alien badass fighter pilot with explosive powers and, sometimes, a killer Mohawk.

And that badass is of course: Captain Marvel.

When a part amnesiac space-warrior-HERO (she’s really particular about the hero part), lands in a Blockbuster (and instantly you know what era this movie is set in) she only has one thing on her mind.

And that one thing is the mission. The mission is to stop a race of shapeshifting aliens from infiltrating the Earth’s people and taking over as their maniacal leaders. But being marooned on a foreign world she, Captain Marvel (Brie Larsen), is going to need some assistance. Who else better to help out than a man that always has his eye on everything, both of them this time. That’s right, young Nicholas J. Fury himself (Samuel L. Jackson) is representing both Shield and Earth and helping out the stranded warrior-hero. Anyone else getting strange Die Hard 3 vibes here? No? Just me? Never mind.

The best part of Captain Marvel, hands down, is Brie Larsen. Larsen brings her to life with such charm and enthusiasm that you can’t help but fall in love.

But it isn’t only Larsen that knocks it out of the park.

Returning cast members Jackson (Fury) and Clark Gregg (Coulson) effortlessly slip back into their roles and give their characters yet another stellar outing. Newcomers Jude Law as space-mentor Yon-Rogg and Ben Mendelsohn as Skrull leader Tallos both deliver characters that grow far beyond the clichés their concepts are routed in.

What really surprised about Captain Marvel though is how utterly enthralling the story is.

There are a few twists and turns through the plot that you’ll probably see coming a mile away, but how the movie executes these is so entertaining that you completely forget you know what’s coming as you 100% buy into what is unravelling on screen.

Honestly Captain Marvel is just a great sci fi movie. From visually spectacular futuristic cities to spaceship battles through a canyon and strange warring alien races, they got it all.

You are plunged head first into yet another branch of Marvel’s cosmic universe and yet again everything feels real. Out of this world concepts are well established, the tech is mind-bogglingly good, and everything is designed to perfection. None more so than Captain Marvel’s super suit/the Kree warrior’s uniform. Less spandex, more armour, the get-up looks both practical and so damn cool.

That’s without even mentioning its Mohawk creating helmet function and on the fly colour customisation.

Where the hell can we buy one please Marvel?

No other hero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe this far has sheer power on the scale that Captain Marvel has. Seeing her unleash her full potential is a spectacle that will leave you smiling. Captain Marvel is an incredibly good time. The action is grand and exciting, the characters loveable and charmingly brought to life by their cast, in a story that is surprisingly enthralling and will have you fully invested every step of the way.

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Elijah: A Night to Remember

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

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

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

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

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

Nottingham People’s Choir.

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

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

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

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

All proceeds supporting local charities.

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

Tickets now on sale!

Bingham and District Choral Society

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Gem Connection ladies are all set to

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

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

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

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

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

Saturday 18th May at 7:30pm

conductor and music director: Robert Parker

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

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

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

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

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HOW TO FUEL YOUR FITNESS

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

Ever thought about how your diet is affecting your training?

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

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

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

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

So, what about the window after training?

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

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

Fuel pre and post exercise

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why should I bother with breakfast?

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

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

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

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

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

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What should you eat for breakfast?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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5 2 e h T e l a T Year

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

Here are some of our firsts:

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

Him to me: nice hot pants.

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

Him to me: my dad’s dead.

To be fair, that could have gone better.

First date – an Indian restaurant in Harrow.

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

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• up until 1875 only 25 & 50 year anniversaries were celebrated • apart from silver, roses & iris are traditionally given for a 25th anniversary • the most common gift for a 25th anniversary is jewellery (hint, hint!!)

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

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

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

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

Landing in our first destination we were so excited that we left the airport and got in a taxi before realising we had left our ruck sacks in the baggage reclaim. Not the best start.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini

Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus

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

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

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

Keep going.

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

Make a choice for the better

Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius

Water signs- Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio

(Judgment, Page of Wands, Ace of Wands)

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

Moving onwards

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Open whatever the weather 7 days a week from 10.30am – 11pm Monday to Friday and from 10am at the weekend, early bird discount applies before 12 noon, making it an epic way to start the day!

Unless your group size is 10 or more, you can simply come down and play – there's no need to book and both of the courses have been designed to be wheelchair user and pushchair friendly so all adventurers can play!

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NG3 KIDS DIARY

If you run a group or club for kids this is the page for you. For not-for-profit or charities it’s free. Other groups pay £5.50+vat (150 characters) per edition. Call 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines. org.uk Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - Saturday 18 May 11am-1pm at The Ashfield School, Sutton Rd, Kirkby-in-Ashfield, NG17 8HP. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.

Tiny Talk Baby Signing & Toddler Talking Classes - teach your baby how to communicate before they can talk and then help with their developing speech and language. Suitable from birth – 3 years.

Enjoy a fun hour with your little one(s), learn a new skill, make new friends and eat chocolate biscuits!

Call Claire, 07890 896889 or email claireba@tinytalk.co.uk. www.tinytalk.co.uk/claireba

Air Cadets - 138 Sqn, Carlton TA Centre, Carlton, NG4 3DX. Tues & Thurs 6.45pm-9pm. Girls & boys 12-17yrs. Drill, flying, sports, adventure training, DofE, BTECs & more. Tel: 0115 940 4308 St Judes Toddler Group - Tues & Thurs (term time only), 9.30am - 11.15am at St Judes Church Hall, Woodborough Rd. Call Jenny on 0115 985 6131.

Foxhill Evangelical Church Mums & Toddlers Group - every Tuesday, term time - 9.30am 11.30am. £2 per family. Newborn to 3½yrs. All welcome.

Iona School Toddler Group - a gentle & supportive session for parents/carers and their little ones.

Tues & Wed 9.30am - 11.30am (term time only) at Iona School, 310 Sneinton Dale. Call 0115 941 5295 or www.theionaschool.org.uk. We are a registered charity.

Bread & Bitter Bump to Baby Group - Mon (except Bank Holidays) 10-12. Friendly, busy group.

Suitable from bump to sitting babies only. Small play area with baby toys. Various events organised. Some weeks “chill and chat”. FREE admission. Contact 0115 960 7541 for more details.

4th Nottingham Girls’ Brigade - every Friday (term time) - 6pm - 9.15pm (varying times for different ages). Open to all girls Foundation 2 up to 18+. At Westdale Lane Baptist Church, Mapperley. Contact: 4thNottmgb@gmail.com or call 07833 296442

St Jude’s Youth Club - Wednesdays, 6-8pm (term time only) for 11-16 yrs. 50p entry. For more details please visit www.stjudesyouth.org.uk 1st Nottingham Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association- Every Monday night (term time): 5.30pm 7.30pm. Open to all ages 5-18 yrs - boys and girls. At St Andrew’s Community Hall, Chestnut Grove, Nottingham, NG3 5AD. Contact: bbga@standrewsnottm.org.uk or 0115 912 0098

Forest Kids Nottingham - every Friday 10am - 12 noon at Woodthorpe Grange Park. Meet at the Mansfield Road gates for nature activities, games and general mucking about in the fresh air. Find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/forestkidsnotts or email: forestkidsnotts@gmail.com Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group- A fun & friendly group for babies and pre-schoolers.

Mondays 10.30am-12.30pm (term time) at The Good Shepherd Church Social Centre, 3 Thackeray’s Lane,NG5 4HT. £3.50 per family. E: little.lambs@virginmedia.com, visit www.facebook.com/ littlelambswoodthorpe or follow on Twitter @littlelambsng5 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.

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

Air Cadets - 2418 Sherwood Squadron - activities include flying, gliding, shooting.For 13-18yr olds. Tues & Thurs 7-9pm. Wesley St, Carrington. Tel: 0115 962 3318 or ww.2418atc.org Good Shepherd Pre-School - OFSTED registered for children aged 30 mths upwards. Children from all families welcome, with places available now. 15 mths group; parents & toddlers welcome.

Weds 1-3pm £3.Please contact Melanie Saunders on 07971 382837 for more information.

Haywood Road Pre-School, Mapperley - early years childcare & education for children 2yrs to school age. Morning & full day sessions Mon-Fri (term-time only). OFSTED rated good. For more info or to arrange a visit call 07981 050338 Home Rangers Drama - for ages 4-14yrs. Home Rangers is a creative drama session tailored for the home educated community. Fridays 10am-12 at Nonsuch Studios. Contact: getinvolved@wearenonsuch.com for find out more!

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Nottingham Boys Choir - does your son enjoy singing? NBC rehearses in Daybrook Baptist Church, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook, Wed - 6.15-8pm. Visit our website: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or drop in on a rehearsal. It’s great fun!

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 Nottingham Junior & Girls’ Voices & Nottingham Youth Choir - choirs for children 7-21yrs.

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

Nottingham Youth Band - if you’re 8yrs+ and play a woodwind, brass or percussion instrument to Grade 2 or above, come along & try out our Youth Band. Rehearsals are Tues (NYB West Bridgford) & Thurs (NYB Beeston). For more info call 0115 958 9312 or admin@music-for-everyone.org Mapperley Junior Netball Club - Are you in year 7,8 & 9 and love netball? New junior netball club.

Mon 6pm - 7pm at Carlton Le Willows Academy, Wood Lane, NG4 4AA (Indoor). £2 per session. Coach led. Contact Sarah - sarahhumphrey@btinternet.com Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills: fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, sport,Beavers, BTEC, DofE andScouts much more.

Young people 12yrs to 18yrs.FriFor morePanther information 2nd Arnold Cubs, & Explorers - Beavers 6.30-7.45 | Cubs Grp visit Armycadets.com find your Detachment tel: 0115 9837645Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri. 7-8.30pm Tues to | Cubs Otternearest Grp 7-8.30pm Thursor| Scouts 7.30-9pm ContactColliery Noel Yeatman 0115 956-9865/0787505 6784 Gedling Cricket Club run Kwik cricket sessions for 7-11 yrs, along with hardball teams for 11-15yrs. Contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details.

Absolute Triathlon Club - Expert swim, bike & run coaching for ages 8 - 14yrs, all abilities. We meet Thursdays 5pm - 7.15pm(term time) at Southglade Leisure Centre, Bestwood. Call 0115 960 7912 or visit www.absolutetriathlonclub.co.uk for more information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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REVISION

PREPARE...PLAN...PRACTICE

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

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

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

Ali Wale

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Short bursts are more effective then slogging away for hours.

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

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

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

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

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

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

House-Hunting Brothers Need Help

Gedling Southbank FC Update...

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

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

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

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

Simon and Alvin would love to hear from potential adopters.

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

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

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The fundraising year long partnership with When You Wish Upon a Star is now well underway throughout the club. Already £2500 has been raised from events held over the last couple of months including a club celebration evening at Arnold Liberal Club where grandkids to grandparents danced to the ageless Beatles music performed by the local band the Fab4 – a great family evening.

And on the 3rd April the clubs two Vets sides took on the might of the AC Wollaton Charity team run by Roberto Pietraforte. The game was kicked off by WishBear and the players from the three teams alone contributed an incredible £550 in match fees. Early in March the club’s U9 Pumas team plus family and friends went for a sponsored walk around Lambley Dumbles and raised an amazing £1100.

There is plenty in the pipeline such as cake sales, tombolas, sponsored bowling, sponsored coaching sessions and the huge 24 hour football event planned for 22/23 of June. This is grassroots football in the community for the community!

For further details visit: www.gedlingsouthbankfc.co.uk/club-contact facebook/gedlingsouthbank twitter.com/GSBgirls

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pets Gedling Borough Council Launch Pet Cremation Service

Shopping at Jerry Green Dog Rescue Currently, pet cremations are arranged by local veterinary practices and carried out by private firms. Operating under the name Gedling Pet Cremation Services, the Pet Cremation Team at Gedling Borough Council will provide bespoke arrangements to collect customers pet’s from their home or vet, provide an individual cremation and return the pet’s ashes the following day. A reflection room will also be available for customers to say their last goodbye in private.

The service provides bespoke cremations for dogs, cats and other small animals, with prices starting from £40.

Leader of Gedling Borough Councillor John Clarke said;

Council,

“We’re very pleased to be launching Gedling Pet Cremation Services as this is a great opportunity for Gedling Borough Council to provide a service to our community. We understand how distressing the loss of a pet can be and we will ensure a dignified and high quality service, meeting the wishes of pet owners, is provided in what is a difficult time for them”

Doggy Discount Packages!

Includes choice of items from our new range: Bronze Package

5% Discount 1 Lead • 1 Collar 1 Harness

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Gold Package

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Jerry Green Dog Rescue Nottingham, Warsop Lane, Blidworth, Nottinghamshire, NG21 0PG Tel: 01623 792886 Email: notts@jerrygreendogs.org.uk

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Competition Winners

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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