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Welcome to our bumper Christmas edition, packed full of things to do over the festive season.

We have loads of great competitions in this edition - an amazing hamper from Chambers butchers, a spa day at Ragdale Hall, Yorkshire Wildlife Park tickets and two £50 meals at the amazing Railway at Lowdham.

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recipes 10-11 countdown to Christmas...

12 what’s on this Christmas? 16-17 kids 20 where’s Santa?

20 kids diary 22-23 looking good, feeling great 27 free time community diary business, IT & finance

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The Tinsel and Turkey Tale Christmas bulldozes its way into our lives ever earlier. I let it wash over me and get through it in a haze of gin and chocolate orange.

The Turkey I remember the first year my dad cooked the Christmas dinner. We were all starving and he proudly bought the turkey out and began carving it but he kept hitting bone and all we could get off the bird were pretty dismal bits of brown meat. He put it down to the fact it must have been an old bird (those were the days when your employer gave you a turkey at Christmas). Later that afternoon when tradition dictates it’s buffet time (usually an hour after you’ve finished dinner) we flipped the turkey over to see if there was any more meat on the other side - and Turkeys... lo-and-behold two  are related to the T-Rex beautiful plump  sleep in trees breasts and  have periscopic vision enough meat to keep us in turkey  have two stomachs sandwiches for the whole of January!! How you can cook a turkey upside down still baffles me to this day.

The Tree Stage One – Getting the tree upright. Gary will spend the best part of a day trying to find the tree stand. Then saw half the trunk and branches off to even get it into the living room.

Once the tree is in the stand he will spend another couple of hours levelling it up. Then a dog will knock the tree over. And we’re back to stage one…This is a pattern that repeats itself

every year. So by 8pm he refuses to help with Stage Two - decorating it. Apparently that’s my job! And every year I kid myself that this year I will do better. I pour myself a sherry. Put on the “Now Christmas” CD and begin…lights have to go on first. To say I hate doing it is an understatement. The tree is usually well over 6 foot and I am 5ft 2”. You do the maths. The kids are kind and usually just laugh at my pathetic efforts. The end result is usually me in tears, the tree half done and everyone else in hysterics at my ridiculous behaviour. By midnight I’ve lost interest and just chuck the baubles on any old how and cover every available space with tinsel, vowing “never again”!

The Family Get Together Last year it was the turn of my mum to entertain us all. Including our two dogs.

What could possibly go wrong? Harry was dressed as a Christmas Tree and Herbie in a Christmas jumper. Hilarious, we thought.

Within 5 minutes of arriving it all kicked off.

Herbie’s Christmas jumper was hanging off the chickens enclosure (minus said dog) and he was inside with a chicken between his jaws looking a bit perplexed as to what to do next!!

Gary spotted him just in time and went into SAS mode. With a phone in one hand and a beer in the other he wrestled the chicken from the dogs clutches. Tense times as we all sat down to dinner. Cracker pulling commenced and Gary had to read his joke out; “Why did the chicken cross the road?”...

Merry Christmas everyone! © Ali Wale

The Railway I have eaten at The Railway before so I knew what a treat we were in for. I arrived Friday night with all the NG girls to a packed pub and a very warm welcome.

The Railway is a superb village pub, thoughtfully decorated with a great atmosphere. We were shown to our table by Suzannah, the manager. After an appetiser of mixed olives, warm focaccia with balsamic oil and aioli we decided on two starters, four mains and two puddings – just in case our eyes were bigger than our bellies! (As they usually are!)

The Cheese on toast, Brie de Meaux on grilled sourdough with pickled mushrooms and truffle dressing (£8.95) was sublime. We all agreed it was our favourite. I have never had anything like it, and that’s why you go out for meals.

We also had the Creedy Calver duck liver parfait with English plum relish and chargrilled focaccia (£6.50). The rich parfait married perfectly with the relish. What a start!

We all had a different main: the Railway burger with smoked pancetta, mature cheddar, gherkin, gem lettuce and fries (£12.95) was huge! The Creedy Calver duck leg, savoy cabbage, parsnip, duck fat potato and Starkey’s blackberry sauce (£16.95) had us all cooing in awe. It looked so pretty and tasted as good as it looked. Roast chicken breast, peppercorn sauce, fries, roast tomato, mushroom and green salad (£13.95) was a classic dish elevated to a new level and finally the braised shoulder of mutton, balsamic red onion, bok choi, goats cheese and creamed potatoes (£17.50) was the star of the show. Melt in the mouth meat, creamiest potato I have ever eaten, flavours I have never tried together, it was unforgettable.

For dessert we had a warm tart of Lowdham quince pear with crème fraiche and spiced honey (£7.95) and hot Tanzanie chocolate

fondant with yoghurt mousse and raspberry sorbet (£7.50) and a last minute treat turned up in the way of a sticky toffee pudding with caramel sauce and vanilla ice cream (£6.95).

It is rare that four women are quiet at the same time but the table was silent while we got lost in a chocolate, toffee, pear, creamy heaven!

Last time I visited the Railway I gushed about the food and this is still the case. It was faultless and fantastic. The acoustic duo playing in the background was a lovely touch.

I would heartily recommend a visit to this award winning pub. Be sure to book though.

They are in demand.

Since my last visit The Railway has achieved more than owners, David Hage and Mark Osborne had envisioned after winning a hat-trick of awards. Best new Gastro Pub in Nottingham’s Bar & Restaurant Awards, Best Public House in the Nottinghamshire Food & Drink awards and finally East Midlands pub of the Year!

They also do a great value set menu available lunch 12-2.30pm and early evening 5-6.30pm.

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There is nothing better than receiving a gift that someone has spent time and effort making for you. Every year I make a hamper for my step-dad and he loves it. Usually it includes some fudge (see recipe opposite), chutney, piccalilli, home-made biscuits, jam and last year I also added some chicken liver pate. There is also usually a bottle of something alcoholic. He gives me the basket back after Christmas ready for the following year and the tradition carries on.

If you make your edible delights in batches then you will have plenty for everyone and some for yourself as well! It does require a bit of forward planning, so about now I start with the chutney and any pickled

gifts as these need a few weeks before they’re ready to eat. I start saving nice jars and bottles – just sterilise in the dishwasher or use boiling water and dry in a very low oven. Decorate the goodies with pretty labels, use festive gift bags and pretty packaging. Lakeland have loads of great ideas and Wilko’s also have a good selection.

All the recipes I have shared are tried and tested and really easy to make (I don’t do complicated!).

Have fun and remember to save some for yourself!!!

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Blackberry and Apple Gin

Chocolate Orange Fudge

Chorizo Jam

600g blackberries 600g sugar 600g apples (roughly chopped, peel, core & all) 3 x bay leafs 3 x 700ml cheap gin ( we used Aldi) 3 x large kilner jars - sterilised

350g dark chocolate - broken into squares 397g tin condensed milk 25g butter 1 tbsp orange zest (about 2 x oranges) 60g pecans - broken (optional)

500g chorizo – sliced into half moons 2 x red onions – sliced 2 garlic cloves – crushed 85g light muscovado sugar 3 tbsp sherry 2 tbsp maple syrup 2 tsp soya sauce 2 tbsp tomato puree 100ml water

Method: In each kilner jar place 200g of blackberries, apples and sugar. Add a bay leaf to each jar along with a whole bottle of gin. Seal the jars and shake to mix. Place them in a cool, dark place and shake every few days. They should be ready after 4 weeks. Have some nice gift bottles at the ready (sterilised). Pass the gin through muslin to strain and bottle.

Method: Butter a foil tray. Mine was 25cm x 14cm. In a saucepan, melt the chocolate, condensed milk and butter on a low heat. Stir often. When melted, add orange zest and nuts, if using. Mix well and pour into the foil tray. Smooth over and leave to cool.

Once cool, refrigerate. Once set, cut into small squares. You can put the fudge in gift bags or jars. Remember to store in the fridge. Can be frozen and eaten straight from the freezer.

Fry chorizo in a large saucepan until it starts to release oil and goes golden. Remove with a slotted spoon to a dish and set aside. Cook the onions gently in the chorizo oil over a low heat until soft. Add the garlic, sugar, sherry, syrup, soy sauce and tomato puree to the pan along with the chorizo. Mix well and add the water. Cook slowly for 45 mins until thick and syrupy. Allow to cool. Tip into a food processor. Pulse until the chorizo is in really small pieces. Spoon into sterilised jars and leave to cool completely before storing in the fridge.

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Winter Wonderland: 15 November - 31 December Old Market Square. Christmas market, stalls open until 24 December. Christmas light switch on 16 November. Ice bar & skating tickets available via www.whatsonnottingham.com Holme Pierrepont Christmas Fair: Preview evening 14 November, 5.30pm - 9pm (ticketed event). Fair - Thursday 15 November 9.30am - 4pm. Entrance £5. www.holmepierreponthall. com Christmas Craft Market: 17/18 and 24/25 November. 10.30am - 4.30pm at Rufford Country Park, Ollerton.

A Christmas Carol: 20 November at 7.30pm. Southwell Minster. 01636 812933 Arnold Christmas Market: November 23 & 24.

Patchings Christmas Market: 23 - 25 November, 10am - 4pm daily. Patchings Art Centre. www.patchingsartcentre.co.uk West Bridgford Christmas Lights Switch On: 24 November 10am - 6pm. Free family day out. Central Ave, West Bridgford.

Woodthorpe Park Christmas: 24/25 November, 1/2, 8/9 & 15/16 December. Free entry.

Woodthorpe Grange Park. More info at www.whatsonnottingham.com Christmas Daytime Cruises: 2½ hour cruise. Includes dinner. Available Mon-Fri from end of November up to & including 21 Dec. £18.50 pp. Call Princess River Cruises for details 0115 9100 400/401.

Eastwood Christmas Lights Switch On: 27 November 6pm - 8pm. New venue for stage, Alexandra Street.

Dear Santa: 29 November - 1 December. Suit 2-7 yrs. Theatre Royal. 0115 989 5555. www. trch.co.uk Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain with Bells On: 29 November at 7.30pm. Theatre Royal. 0115 989 5555. www.trch.co.uk Robin Hood & the Babes in the Wood: 30 November - 19 January 2019 at Nottingham Playhouse. Call 0115 941 9419. www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk Craft.Fair.Contemporary: 30 November - 2 December. Nottingham Contemporary, NG1 2GB. Free entry.

Christmas in Leipzig - concert by Solomon’s Knot: 1 December at 7pm. St Mary the Virgin Church, NG1 1HN. Tickets £20.

Snow White & the Seven Dwarfs: 1 December - 6 January 2019. Mansfield Palace Theatre. 01623 633133. www.mansfieldpalace.co.uk Kelham Hall Christmas Fayre: 1/2 December. 10.30am - 4pm, Kelham, Newark.

Beauty & the Beast: 1 - 16 Dec at Nottingham Arts Theatre, George St. For times and prices call the box office: 0115 947 6096.

A Storybook Christmas: 1/2, 8/9, 15/16, 22/23 December. £12pp. Kids U12 go free.

Newstead Abbey. More info & times: www.whatsonnottingham.com

Royal Opera House Live: The Nutcracker (12A): 3 - 9 December. Bonington Theatre, Arnold. 0115 956 0733.

The Sixteen at Christmas: 4 December at 7pm. Theatre Royal. 0115 989 5555. www. trch.co.uk Hucknall Christmas Lights Switch On Festival: 5 December from 4pm. Full programme of entertainment for all the family. Free.

Christmas with Tony Woodcock: 5 December from 12 noon at The Cross Keys, NG1 2GJ. £40pp, bookings 0115 941 7898.

Festival of Lessons & Carols with Viva Voce & Revival Gospel Choir: 6 December at 7.30pm. St Mary’s Church, High Pavement. FREE Christmas Showtime: 6 December at 2pm. Bonington Theatre, Arnold. 0115 956 0733.

Steampunkalia: 8/9 December, 11am - 4pm at Nottingham Industrial Museum. Car parking charges apply. More info at www.whatsonnottingham.com Peter Pan: 8 December - 13 January 2019. Theatre Royal. 0115 989 5555. www.trch. co.uk The Great Christmas Dig: 8 December at 12 noon. Handmade Theatre Co. at Mansfield Central Library. Tickets £4.75. www.mansfieldpalace.co.uk Patching Carol Concert: Sunday 9 December at 7.30pm. With Sinfonia Chorale. Tickets 0115 965 3479.

Mariah Carey - All I Want For Christmas Is You: Sunday 9 December. Motorpoint Arena. 0843 373 3000 The Elves & the Shoemaker: 12 December - 5 January 2019 at Nottingham Playhouse.

Tickets £12.50. Call 0115 941 9419. www.nottinghamplayhouse.co.uk Maggie’s Christmas Carol Concert: 13 December at St Barnabus Cathedral, North Circus St, NG1 5AE. For tickets www.maggiescentres.org.uk/Nottingham or 0115 924 6211.

Andre Rieu: 15 Dec. Motorpoint Arena. 0843 3733000.

Nottingham Santa Run & Walk: 15 December 9.30am - 11.30am. Holme Pierrepont. For more info visit www.nwscnotts.com Flying High Theatre present Beauty & the Beast: 15 December at 7pm. Bonington Theatre, Arnold. 0115 956 0733.

Christmas in the Courtyard: 15/16 December, 12-3pm at Wollaton Hall & Deer Park.

Car parking charges apply. More info & times at www.whatsonnottingham.com Santa Paws: 15/16 December, 11am - 12.30pm & 2 - 3.30pm at Wollaton Hall & Deer Park. Minimum £2 donation to Jerry Green Dog Rescue. Car parking charges apply. More info at www.whatsonnottingham.com Arnold Community Cinema presents The Man Who Invented Christmas (PG): 18 December at 7.30pm. Free admission at St Mary’s Church, Arnold The Hallé Christmas Concert: 18 Dec - 7.30pm. Theatre Royal. 0115 989 5555. www. trch.co.uk Christmas Carol Concert: Wednesday 19 December, Bolsover Castle. Doors open 6pm for 6.30pm performance. Carols sung by Chesterfield Philharmonic Choir.

Family Carol Concert: 19 & 22 Dec at Royal Concert Hall with the Nottingham Harmonic Choir. Box office 0115 989 5555. www.trch.co.uk Big Band at Christmas: 23 December at 7.30pm. Bonington Theatre, Arnold. 0115 956 0733.

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Tree Recycling If you are having a real Christmas tree this year, you can support Nottinghamshire Hospice by taking part in our tree recycling scheme. We will collect your tree from your home in return for a donation to help patients.

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When you register, you will be invited to make a voluntary donation – all donations are very much appreciated and help us ensure that nobody has to face a lifelimiting illness alone.

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It won't be long until the Christmas spirit is upon us all. Gedling District Round Table (GDRT) will be out this December with Santa, his helpers and sleigh, to visit as many local children as they can, handing out sweets and Christmas cheer.

With the help of local groups (such as the fantastic members of 1st Porchester and 4th Carlton scouting groups and Gedling Southbank Football Teams) the members of GDRT collect every year, whatever the weather, for local charities and groups supporting children and adults alike.

Subject to change, Santa and his sleigh will be in Lady Bay Retail Park and Netherfield Retail Park, as well as street routes near Spring Lane (Gedling), Cavendish/ Coningswath Rd (Carlton), Digby Rd/ Shelford Rd (Mapperley/Gedling), Porchester Gardens (Mapperley) and, of course, after our tremendous reception last year….Netherfield! Please keep an eye on our FB page : Gedling and District Round Table 1290 (@GedlingRT), to see the dates and routes Santa's sleigh is taking.

We look forward to seeing you and and thank you for your continued support with our community projects. If you fancy joining one of the largest clubs in the world, we are always seeking new members. Men aged 18-40 are welcome. Feel free to have a look on our FB page and the Round Table website to see what we are all about, or email us for more info: GedlingRT@gmail. com

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Services for December 2018 - Memorial Service - Christingle Service - Community Carols

by Candlelight Saturday 22nd Dec 3.30pm - Messy Church Monday 24th Dec 5.30pm - Crib Service Monday 24th Dec 11.30pm - Midnight Communion Tuesday 25th Dec 9.30am - Holy Communion Sunday 9th Dec 10am Sunday 9th Dec 6pm Sunday 16th Dec 6pm

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Where’s Santa?

Brookfields Garden Centre - Santa arrives on Sat 17 November at 12 noon. Santa’s grotto is open 11am-4pm on 18, 24 & 25 Nov & 1/2, 8/9, 15/16 & 22/23 December. Closed 24th. Entrance £1 per child, donated to charity. Brookfields, 431 Mapperley Plains, 0115 926 8200.

Keycraft - Santa is in residence from 25th Nov and will be there weekends and evenings. Ring for details. Why not book tea with Santa? Group and family bookings. The Aerodrome, Watnall Rd, Hucknall, NG15 6EN. 0115 968 0003.

Sundown Adventure Land - The Night Before Christmas. 17-24 Dec. Take a ride through the enchanted forest to visit Santa. To book tickets visit: www.sundownadventureland.co.uk or call 01777 248 274.

Santa Cruise - with Princess River Cruises. 2 cruises every Sat & Sun through Dec inc. 23 Dec. Seasonal refreshment for the adults, quality gift for children (up to 12 yrs). £12.45pp. 2 sailings per day (11.30am-1pm & 2pm-3.30pm). Call 0115 9100 400/401/402 to book or visit: www. princessrivercruises.co.uk.

The Christmas Experience - at Wheelgate. Opens 17 Nov at 10am to Dec 24 at 5pm.

Breakfast with Santa – 1st & 23rd Dec. See website for prices & details. Party in the Park with Santa on 8th December 6pm-8.30pm (pre-book event). www.wheelgatepark.com Conkers Winter Wonderland - 10.30am-8pm (5pm Xmas eve). Tickets include access to Conkers Discovery (open 10am - 5pm). Visit Santas Woodland Grotto. For tickets c a l l 01283 216633 or book online www.visitconkers.com/events/winterwonderland.

Winter Wonderland - at Twinlakes Park. Winter Wonderland from 17 Nov - 24 Dec. Breakfast with Santa 25th Nov, 9th & 24th Dec (see website for prices and details). Party in the park with Santa on 15th Dec. Christmas Eve fireworks - pre-book event. www.twinlakespark.co.uk An Audience with Father Christmas at Bolsover Castle -

Weekends 1/2 Dec, 8/9 Dec, 15/16 Dec, 22/23 Dec. Normal admission applies. Additional charge of £5 applies (includes small gift). Pre-booking essential. To book call: 0370 333 1181.

Oceans of Fun - You can have breakfast with Santa 19th & 20th Dec. 9.30am – 11.30am (£5.95 per child. Includes breakfast, visit & gift from Santa). Toddler Christmas party on 12th Dec - 10am-12noon (£6). Christmas Party with Mickey & Minnie 19th December 4pm-5.45pm (£7). For more info call 0115 963 3961.

Crags Christmas - Join Santa in his Ice Age Grotto. Weekends 24/25 Nov, 1/2 Dec, 8/9 Dec, 15/16 Dec. 11am - 4pm. £4.50 inc. gift. 01909 720378 White Post Christmas - Every day from Saturday 24 November to Monday 24 December from 10am - 5pm. Includes Winter Wonderland, real reindeer, build a snowman and Nativity play. Available to book now. 01623 882977.

Breakfast with Santa at Rufford - Rufford Abbey Country Park. Saturdays 1, 8, 15 December. 8.30am - 10am. £11.50pp. Call to book 01623 821338.

Santa Special Train Rides - weekends 1/2 Dec, 8/9 Dec, 15/16 Dec, 22/23 & 24 Dec. 3 trains per day 10.30am, 12.30pm & 2.30pm. Children receive a quality gift & everyone receives seasonal refreshments. For more info call 0115 940 5705. To download a booking form go to www.gcrn.co.uk.

Santa at intu Broadmarsh - weekends 1/2 Dec, 8/9 Dec, 15-24 Dec inclusive. No charge to see Santa but option to pay extra for gift etc. More details will be posted at intu.co.uk/broadmarsh Santa’s Grotto at Newstead Abbey - Weekends 1/2 Dec, 8/9, 15/16 & 22/23 Dec for times and prices please check Facebook and our website.

Santa’s Grotto at Wollaton Hall - Weekends 1/2 Dec, 8/9, 15/16 & 22/23 Dec for times and prices please check Facebook and our website.

A Secret Garden Santa is arriving this year on Saturday 17th November at 12 noon Arriving on his beautiful horse and carriage there will be plenty of time to see Santa and take photos with him as he makes his way into the store, he will be opening his Grotto from 1.30pm to 4.00pm To create that special festive atmosphere we have The Carlton Brass Training band and The Bluecoat singers performing for us and for extra entertainment we have our team of Elves, William the Wizard and a facepainter, so come along and enjoy the day!

Santa’s Grotto opening times: 11am-4 pm on the following dates November 18th, 24th, 25th. December - 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 22nd, 23rd (Closes at 2.30pm) Closed on 24th.

Entrance is £1 per child with all proceeds being donated to Nottinghamshire Hospice.

Our team of elves will be greeting you in the Grotto to make your visit to see Santa more magical, Mrs Claus may make an appearance on occasions too.

We have some fabulous Christmas events that we’ll be launching soon, keep an eye on our Facebook page or sign up to our Premier Club on the Brookfields website to be the first to hear about them.

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If you run a group or club for kids this is the page for you. For not-for-profit or charities it’s free. Other groups pay £5+vat (150 characters) per edition. Call 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Spanish Lessons For Children!!! - with La Jolie Ronde methodology, at The Milk Lounge, Arnold on Tuesdays 3.45pm to 4.15pm (0-3 yrs) & 4.15pm to 4.45pm (4-7 yrs). Contact Melie Hita on 07761 407932 or email:melie@inspirationallanguages.com Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - Sat 17 November 2pm - 4pm at Arnold Hill Academy, Gedling Rd, Arnold, NG5 6NZ. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.

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.

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 - October-March. Notts Indoor Cricket Centre, Bar Lane Ind Est, Basford Maltings. Mon U11 6-7pm; hardball net 7-8pm; Friday Club Night for all ages 6.307.30pm. Indoor Cricket League Saturdays 1-5pm U11 & U13. 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 aged 2yrs to school age. Morning & full day sessions Mon-Fri (term-time only). OFSTED rated good. For more info or to arrange a visit pleased 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!

kids Santa's Helpers Rewarded with Division 1 Win! Its that time of year again when Santa starts his rounds...

Last year saw Gedling Southbank Athletic U10 boys (now U11) help the Gedling and District RoundTable Santa sleigh to raise over £370 in one night!

The boys loved working together as a team and supporting the RoundTable to raise much needed funds.

As sponsors of GSB the Gedling and District RoundTable were able to provide

professional looking tracksuits for GSB Athletic U10 to attend their Division 1 Champions presentation, at the Royal Concert Hall, and the boys were thrilled!

Manager Anthony Thatcher said "We thank the Gedling and District RoundTable for all their support of the team and club, we are happy to keep supporting them to raise even more funds for other great causes this year.

Myself and the parents are thrilled with all the hard work the boys put in as a team and it paid off with the Division 1 Title!”

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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.

What dads really want for Christmas Unbelievably, Christmas is just around the corner. At the time of writing there are no mince pies in the shops and I haven’t had to dodge past the wrapping paper selections in the supermarket. But have no fear, it’ll be here quicker than an express train of sugar-filled children excited by the possibilities of getting everything they’ve asked Santa for.

But the question remains “what do dads really want for Christmas”?

Significant others take note, this year the usual half-baked selection of socks, razors, golf tees and a set of craft ales in a presentation box isn’t going to cut it. I’ve done the leg work, asked some dads, and this is what they want:

1. Time in the bathroom without interruption.

I’m going to let you all into a secret, dads go to the toilet to escape the kids. And at Christmas maybe even your family. We don’t have irritable bowel, we’re probably just catching up on the football scores. Unfortunately we’ve been rumbled by the kids who, as soon as dad is ensconced on the porcelain throne, come knocking.

“Are you in there”? “Will you be long”? “Are you having a number one or a number two”?

2. A Lego kit that stays together.

I was never massively into Lego as a child, but I always enjoyed it when I got a chance to play. Nowadays my house resembles a warehouse of the stuff. There are kits everywhere. Most of them are in a varying state of repair.

If I built Lego without children I imagine I’d have a great collection, probably fully built, and definitely with the right parts. So when the kids decide they want to rebuild some stuff do you think we can find that one piece in the assortment of bits? You know the piece, the smallest and most vital one. The one that has to be in grey and absolutely can’t be substituted for a different colour.

3. The Great Escape Actually, this should read ‘any film that dad really wants to watch’. We’re not asking for much, just a couple of hours to watch a film where there’s no-one constantly asking who that person is, what’s going on, and all manner of

questions that are stopping you enjoying the actual film.

And ideally this should be alone. Let’s be honest, if we can watch the film alone then no-one else will decide they’re bored halfway through and demand everyone stops watching. And if we’re alone we don’t have to worry about whether the film is suitable for everyone in the family, and watch Steve McQueen attempt to jump the barbed wire (because I always think he’ll make it!).

4. Sleep This is quite straightforward: a night of proper shut-eye.

The sort of sleep where you don’t hit the sack with one eye open. Where you don’t get woken at 4 in the morning by a child who has decided now is the time to be awake.

Where you don’t race out of bed having heard your child scream only to find them fast asleep and tucked up safely in their room, unlike you. The sort of sleep where you don’t feel guilty for having a lie-in. This may be the best gift anyone could give.

If you’ve read this and still think we want something from a shop trust us, we really don’t. If we wanted anything that badly we’d have probably bought it ourselves already this year. And the consensus is don’t buy us clothes. We know you mean well, but you might as well ask our mothers to buy them for us.

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!

www.dontbelievethehype.biz Dominic Murray

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Built on a former riding school and farm, Yorkshire Wildlife Park, commonly referred to as YWP, has come a long way since it first opened its doors in April 2009. A dynamic centre for conservation and welfare, the park has over 400 animals and over 70 different species of animal.A magical atmosphere will surround the park this Christmas, where visitors can get almost face to face with some of the world's most beautiful and endangered animals, including Tigers, Amur Leopards, African lions, and the country's only Polar Bears.

So why not invite the whole family to get involved in the festive fun this year at the award-winning YWP?

Their ever-popular Christmas Fairs are lined up for families and children to enjoy this December, all in an enchanting walkthrough safari adventure. Held over two action-packed weekends on the 8-9th and 15-16th of December, the fairs are the perfect way to get into the festive spirit. A fully heated marquee will be home to hundreds of lively stalls which will offer arts and crafts, delicious food and drink and personalised gifts.

The park will come alive with entertainment, live music and Father Christmas welcoming everyone into his Grotto. Children will be greeted by a Christmas Elf and write a letter for Father Christmas, before entering the grotto to hand deliver their note to Santa's cuddly Polar Bear helper.

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ristmas h C e r fo e B e e Nightmar h T : s w ie v rossover C Bur tonRe l a n o s a e AS With Christmas imminent, and the spooky trick or treat palooza of Halloween done and dusted, what better way to celebrate than a festive movie that mixes the two holidays into one strange, mesmerising and explosive cocktail.

Ever get so good at your job it’s now boring? Well that is exactly how Jack Skeleton, the king of Halloween Town, feels. That is until Jack discovers a set of portals to other mystical worlds. The first one he sets his bony fingers on is Christmas Town, and Jack becomes enamoured with its bright festive cheer and gleeful warmth. But Jack doesn’t just want to enjoy this town, he wants to be the king of it too. And so begins his quest to give Santa a well-earned break and become the jolly man in red himself.

Originally released in 1994, every frame of this movie looks like a whimsical piece of art. The Nightmare Before Christmas was made before the glut of CGI that we enjoy today, making the beautiful stop motion animation even more impressive.

At its heart, as well as being a Christmas film, The Nightmare Before Christmas is a musical, and a great one at that. From the infectiously fun Halloween Town opening, to the iconic glee of Jack discovering Christmas for the first time, each song seamlessly fits into the story, and will have even the most jaded viewer tapping their toes.

What makes this film stand out from the other Christmas animated musicals is how innovative the concept is. Dropping Halloween and Christmas into a blender and seeing what comes out is a joy to see and gives everyone something to love.

Having such a strange mix up really allows producer Tim Burton’s style to shine. From imagination sparking concepts like the two faced mayor to seeing a werewolf come to life in this style, the artistic direction of this movie is spellbinding.

Don’t let the Halloween atmosphere fool you though, The Nightmare Before Christmas is still full of that magical warmth that comes with every Christmas movie ever made. Moonlit romance, buckets full of joy that fill your eyes with happy tears and a valuable life lesson to be learned, Jack Skeleton’s antics have it all.

Overall, The Nightmare Before Christmas is a spectacular celebration of all things Halloween and Christmas. Capturing the joy that comes with the mistletoed holiday perfectly through its energetic up-beat musical numbers and displaying the shudder-inducing frights of that spooky October night through its uniquely iconic character designs; the balancing act done by this movie is a blast to enjoy again and again, on an annual cycle even, say once a year, every December.

The Nightmare Before Christmas = 9/10 © Sam Burton (aged 21)

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The build up to Christmas is a truly magical time.

From the decorations to the chill in the air and the happy family times, there is a lot that the month of December has going for it.

Perhaps the pinnacle is the food, the glorious, rich food, that can be enjoyed without guilt, because, well, let’s face it, it’s Christmas and what else is Christmas for?

And, thick Christmas jumpers hide all manner of food related sins!

There is one work-related habit, however, that can make staying healthier during the festive season a lot easier: paying attention to snacking.

As tempting as it is to buy that giant tub of **** (insert Christmas themed chocolate/biscuits/ sweets here), to treat the rest of your colleagues, consider the manner in which they will be consumed.

If we are honest with ourselves, the majority of snacking is sheer boredom.

“I’m bored of this spreadsheet, pass me a biscuit.”

“Crunchy crisps will add interest to the next 20 emails that I have to send.”

“I need a break, chocolate will signify that I’m having a break.”

That inner self-talk is so faint, we don’t even notice why we are snacking but it’s evident that physiologically we don’t actually need extra food to fuel several more hours of sitting down.

Similarly, the odd Christmas biscuit might be nice but the benefit of it is limited. Well, that’s if you view unnecessary weight gain as a benefit.

If you can’t go without that snack or really want to treat your work mates, there are other ways.

Snacking healthier has a fair few advantages, and before you stop reading, I’m not talking about fruit.

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There are a few things we advise you to consider if you choose to tackle this challenge yourself. To help you we have provided some guidance so hopefully you achieve much better results, a little faster. You will also now have some basic knowledge to implement into your training.

Muscle Selection As a rule of thumb, if muscle growth is your aim, hit each muscle group twice weekly. Yes, twice! Studies have shown this is the optimum amount for growth. Some people respond well to three targeted sessions, especially on lacking areas. If time is the issue, full body push, pull routines work well or push, pull and legs, then repeat this protocol.

This is how long you should take to do 1 rep or an entire set. Let’s keep this simple, aim for 40-60 seconds, as this is the ideal window for muscle growth. Yes, that means slowing things down a little and controlling what you are lifting.

Muscle selection should be kept balanced. Try to hit a muscle in each direction it contracts at least once a week to maintain balance. Don’t stop training a muscle in one specific lift like a shoulder press because you may be advanced in to focus on the weaker movement for example, a lateral raise. The press still needs to be included to attain balance, just focus more on the lateral raise to improve the weaker movement.

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If you’re looking to build strength, 2-5 minutes between heavy sets, 30-120 seconds for muscle growth. The idea for growth is to keep the intensity high and the muscle under stimulation as much as possible.

Reps and Sets For strength building programming, you want to keep reps under 8 and sets under 6 as an ideal. A common block you will see is 5 x 5, 5 x 3 and 5 x 2, then your 1 rep max efforts. With body building, it’s usually between 8-16 reps (or more for high volume work), 3-6 sets. As a guide, if you choose lower reps you’d generally choose higher sets to fill out the volume needed to progress. An example here is the common 3 x 10 most perform. Consider the TUT, aiming for 40 seconds or more and you’ll see positive improvements.

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On Sunday 25th November there will be a Cider Perry and Juicing Festival at Lowdham in the Village Hall, starting at 10.30am 'till 4.30pm.

Come along and meet local cider and Perry makers. There will also be guest ciders to try. You may consume the cider/ Perry at the village hall or you will be able to buy for consumption elsewhere.

There will also be the opportunity to taste juice from various locally grown apples (pressed by the latest juicing equipment) and lots of stalls where you can buy honey products and liqueurs, among much, much more.

During the day, hot food and refreshments will be available. There will also be live music on and off all day and a Mummer Play (a traditional folk play performed by amateur actors).

This is a lovely family day for all to enjoy.

Admission £3.50. Children free

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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+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 ages and levels. For more information 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 information call Ann Mathews on 0115 927 9365.

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.

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

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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 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

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- 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 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.

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.

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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!

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

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Competition Winners

Congratulations to: M Briggs who won theatre tickets; G Gimson who won a £100 meal; J Bennett who won a £20 voucher; B Carlisle who won a £20 meal voucher; A Kane, M Loyeau & E Blackman who won Lockwell Hill passes Thanks to: Theatre Royal, Lockwell Hill Karting, Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem

ART EXHIBITION & SALE ARNOLD LIBRARY 3rd - 22nd DECEMBER Amateur artist Sue Brown from Arnold

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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 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.

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

Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society - meet every Tues 7pm - 9.30pm (Sept-June) at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wollaton

Hall Drive, NG8 1AF. Excellent speaker programme & internal competitions. For more info visit: www.nnps.org or call Steve Sulley: 07803 021198 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 Engineering - anyone interested in starting a small group for engineers? Meet once a week to discuss engineering problems, inventions, experimental work & practice machining. Extensive workshop with machine tools etc. If interested email Tom: notintone678@gmail.com Notts LGBT+ Network - gay, lesbian, bi, trans? For information and support on groups, pubs, meeting people, legal issues, coming out, health or just need to talk, contact us on 0115 934 8485 (Monday to Friday 7pm - 9.15pm) or email: info@nottslgbt.com or text 07481 344040

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he countdown to Christmas is well and truly upon us here in Nottingham.

Make sure you don’t miss the wonderful atmosphere of the Winter Wonderland which continues in the Market Square right through until 31st and pantomime season is already well under way at the Nottingham Playhouse.

Their annual traditional pantomime, which this year is Robin Hood & The Babes in the Wood runs through until 19th January. This year the Theatre Royal welcome Joe Pasquale and John Challis for their offering of Peter Pan, which runs from 8th December until 13th January. There’s even a special Peter Pan talk on the 10th with afternoon tea. You can catch Sleeping Beauty at the Thoresby Riding Hall between 23 - 30th December, while this year you can banish those post Christmas blues with a visit to Elf the Musical, Starring David Essex and Martine McCutcheon at the Motorpoint Arena 28-30 December.

Prefer to be involved? Don’t miss the Maggie’s Christmas Concert at St Barnabas Cathedral on 13th December. Sing your favourite carols whilst raising money for a fantastic charity.

The Nottingham Harmonic also bring their family carol concert to the Royal Concert Hall 19 - 22 December or why not have a good old sing song at The Southbank Bar with their Christmas Eve singalong between 1-7pm.

There’s a whole host of fantastic music throughout December as the Royal Concert Hall welcomes Katie Melua (3), Human League (5), The Bootleg Beatles (6), The Overtones (15), A West End Christmas (20) and Kate Rusby (21). Not to be outdone, The Motorpoint Arena opens its doors to The Stepback 90’s Concert (6), War of the Worlds (7) Def Leopard (8) Madness (13) and Mariah Carey’s All I Want For Christmas is You Tour (9) There are sack full’s of other Christmas events across the region. Join the Santa run at Sconce Park in Newark (9 December) in aid of Reach Learning and the Great Central Railway has the closest thing you’ll get to the Polar Express with their Santa Service, running 1 - 24 December.

Foodies can enjoy a festive afternoon tea at Debbie Bryan or up their game for this Christmas dinner with a one-day pate and terrine course at The School of Artisan Food. This hands-on course will give you the skills, knowledge and confidence to make your own delicious pates and terrines to enjoy.

Finally, don’t miss the opportunity to pick up some unique gifts at Ye Old Victorian Market in Kirkby in Ashfield on 15 December.

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10 Things You Need To Know About Fitted Wardrobes Is your wardrobe bursting at the seams? clothes, shoes, handbags and anything else you can squeeze in there...if so, you need fitted wardrobes!

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Fancy singing at a Christmas concert with us on 8th December? Would you like to perform at upcoming gigs throughout the festive season? If the answer is yes, come along to Sing It BOLD - a non audition choir who sing various genres of music, gospel style! All abilities welcome, only requirement is you must be over 18 and love to sing.

Come along to a rehearsal, Thursday evenings, 7.30pm at St Marks Woodthorpe and have fun singing BOLD! Head over to www. singitbold.co.uk to book a taster session.

Carlton Male Voice Choir have a very busy Christmas period this year with the grand finale being our own special Christmas Extravaganza on Saturday 15th December at St Jude’s Church, Mapperley - see our brilliant new website for ticket details - carltonmvc.org - also catch Carlton Male Voice Choir on any music streaming app such as Spotify, Amazon Prime or Google Play and add the choir to your playlist - look forward to seeing you there!

Christmas starts here with the Lace City Chorus. Sunday 9th December, 4pm at the Albert Hall, North Circus Street Nottingham NG1 5AA. With special guests Hucknall and Linby Brass Band, and Carlton Academy Junior and Infant Choir.

Tickets £14 adults, £8 children 14yrs and under.

Tickets can be purchased at lacecitychorus.org or by calling 01522821772 or at the Nottingham Tourist Information Centre.

NOTTINGHAM BLUECOAT SINGERS present:

Bluecoat Sings Christmas Join us for our annual evening of Christmas Music Sat 15 December @ 7.30pm Nuthall Methodist Church, Nottingham Road, Nuthall NG16 1DN. Tickets £8 inc. refreshments Ticketline: 0115 9531903

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Tom Bird: 07712 585031 Gem Connection Ladies Harmony Chorus presents...

“NEW CONNECTIONS” Long Eaton School, Thoresby Road, Long Eaton Saturday Nov 17th @ 7pm Tickets are priced at £10 and concessions £7 available from Burnie on 0115 9459031 or via www.gemconnection.org.

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

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

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

Sherwood Clarinets - an informal group that meets 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 For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732. New term commences Sept 3rd.

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 Sundays-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 standard & above) & a choir. We make beautiful music & raise money for local charities through concerts. 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 at the Gladstone NG5 2AW. All singers,

acoustic musicians, poets & listeners are very welcome. For more info call Martin and Marion 0115 9552935 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

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East Leake Community Choir If you enjoy singing, why not come and join us? We meet weekly in St Mary’s Church on Tuesdays from 7.15pm - 9pm (term time). For more information visit: www.eastleakecommunitychoir.co.uk or email: choir@eastleakecommunitychoir. co.uk or find us on Facebook.

Mirabilé Vocal Ensemble will be performing in a joint Christmas concert in support of Maggie’s Centre, Nottingham, at 6.30pm on Thursday 13th December, in St. Barnabas Cathedral, Nottingham.

For ticket details please see our website www.mirabile.org.uk

Christmas Concerts for Nottingham Symphonic Wind Orchestra Saturday 1st December 7:30pm St Margaret’s Church, Aspley, Nottingham NG8 5GE Tickets £10.00 including seasonal refreshments, from: Windblowers 0115 9410543, The Church Office 0115 9298899 and online www.nsw.org.uk.

Limited tickets on the door. Donation to Maggie’s and church funds.

Saturday 22nd December 10:30am & 2:00pm The Albert Hall, Nottingham NG1 5AA Kidsophonic at the Circus: Featuring musical Christmas favourites and much more. Why not dress up as your favourite circus performer!

Tickets £9.00 adults £5.00 (children) under 2’s free from: Windblowers 0115 9410543 and online www.nsw.org.uk. www.nottinghamsymphonicwinds.org.uk

Gem Connection will be holding this years last rehearsal on Thursday December 13th.

The evening will be open to friends and supporters to join the GEMs for an evening of entertainment with a coffee and mince pie.

The Christmas evening will be held at the Long Eaton School, Derby Road, Long Eaton from 7.30pm – 9.30pm There is a charge of just £5, payable on the door and all proceeds will help towards funding the chorus’s travel to Spain in April 2019 where they will be representing Great Britain and the Ladies British Barbershop Association by competing in the Spanish Barbershop Convention.

The Gems would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone a very Happy Christmas and prosperous New Year and hope to see some of you in December.

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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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It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

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Nottinghamshire Police work hard over Christmas to keep you and your family safe, but there are a few steps you can take to help us.

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Keep valuables in inside pockets of clothing or bags.

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Only carry the cash and cards that you need. Always shield the PIN pad when entering your PIN.

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Avoid going back to your car to leave your shopping part-way through your trip. If you have to keep presents in the car, make sure they are out of view in the boot, the car is locked, and keep the receipts with you.

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Shopping with children? Make sure they learn to go to a store attendant or security guard if you get separated.

How can I keep my home safe?

Don’t leave presents under your Christmas tree if they are visible from windows or doors.

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• Drink responsibly, arrange for a member of your group to be a designated driver.

• Check your taxi drivers ID and never get into an unlicensed taxi.

For more advice and crime prevention information please visit our website http://www. nottinghamshire.police.uk/advice Have a safe and enjoyable Christmas from everyone at Nottinghamshire Police.

Make sure you keep your doors and windows locked at all times.

Lights on! Use timer switches or turn the radio on to make your house look occupied.

Find your Safer Neighbourhoods team by entering your postcode on the homepage of www. nottinghamshire.police.uk

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A local animal rescue charity is repeating its urgent appeal to find cat fosterers – can you help?

Animal Accident Rescue Unit still has so many cats in its care, that it needs more feline fosterers. With no premises, all the rescued animals are fostered in volunteers’ own homes.

Fostering costs are covered by the charity through donations, so if you can offer a cosy home and care for a cat or kitten until rehoming, the rescue would like to hear from you. Some relevant experience, patience and commonsense are all that are needed. The fostered cats must be kept indoors for safety, and a pre-foster homecheck is always done. Plenty of practical support and advice, are also given by the charity.

If you live in or around Nottingham and want to help a cat – or more - like lovely ginger boy Alvin (pictured), contact Animal Accident Rescue Unit on admin@ aaru.org.uk, or leave a message with your details on 0115-9321555 and you will get a reply as soon as possible. All animals waiting for permanent homes are at www.animalaccident.org.uk , and at ‘Animal Accident Rescue Unit’ on Facebook.

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Drive for Volunteer Drivers We are looking to build our team of volunteer drivers, therefore, if you like driving and have a few hours to spare and you want to make a difference to the lives of those with lifelimiting illness, why not become one of our volunteer drivers?

We are looking for volunteer drivers to bring patients to the Woodborough Road centre for day care services from various locations in Nottinghamshire.

Volunteer Services Development Manager Sarah Rice says: “Our drivers are often the first person our patients meet in the morning and the last person they see after their day with us at the Hospice.

“For some patients their first visit may be an anxious time, so a friendly face and understanding attitude from the driver puts them at ease. For some the journey may be their only trip out of the house for the week, so the driver becomes a regular part of someone’s life.”

Most of our drivers make a commitment of at least once a week, however this can be flexible and it’s up to you how much help you offer. Volunteers need to have been driving for three years or more with no more than three points on their licence. Drivers receive a mileage allowance of 45p per mile, and full training will be given.

If you or anyone you know could provide a couple of hours to help patients get from door to door with us at the Hospice, we would love to hear from you.

I was thinking about subjects to write about for the magazine – various options sprung to mind which would be appropriate for the winter edition of the publication. But then in the space of a few weeks I heard of two young adults who ended their lives. It upset me dreadfully that these individuals felt that there was no other option to alleviate whatever pain they were in.

Mental health issues aren’t visible ….it’s very difficult to know who’s suffering especially in the workplace where relationships sometimes don’t progress beyond basic friendly overtures.

I read a wonderful book recently ‘ Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine’ by Gail Honeyman where the main character holds down a responsible job (even being promoted and progressed within the organisation) but her reality is that she goes home every night to an empty flat. And she has no relationships whatsoever outside of work. Just because someone appears ‘completely fine’ doesn’t mean they are.

How many of us can say that we know our work colleagues really well? Maybe there isn’t a culture within your workplace of promoting friendships?

Modern life is very stressful for lots of reasons.

There are times where we have lots to do and think about, or don’t have much control over what happens or there’s the feelings we get when we have demands placed on us that we find difficult to cope with. In these situations it’s easy to become isolated and feel overwhelmed.

MIND, the charity for mental health awareness, has some useful information on their website to help identify symptoms of stress.

It’s so important that employees feel they can speak out without fear of reprisals or discrimination if they are suffering. It just takes a moment and a little kindness to check in on our colleagues and make sure everything is ok.

The following organisations have telephone helplines for anyone who needs to talk: MIND 0300 123 3393 Samaritans 116 123 SANE 0300 304 7000

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Join us as a Community Fundraising Volunteer and help to raise vital funds for Marie Curie!

You could get involved with;  Coordinating a team of collectors at local supermarkets and on the high street.  Distributing and looking after collection tins in your area  Join a Fundraising Group and help plan fundraising events You will have the chance to;  Meet new people  Have fun  Help support people living with a terminal illness in your community

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If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk 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

07930 713530 or email: mandynorth1967@yahoo.co.uk

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.

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

Over The Rainbow Parkinsons Support Group - support for ANYONE affected by Parkinsons Disease. Our aims are to enjoy life & have fun. Monthly meeting with buffet lunch 11am - 1pm, 2nd Saturday at Southwell. Email: overtherainbowuk@gmal.com or call Sandra & Michael on 01636 812399 Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177.

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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 Carewatch in Nottingham - is a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. We are open weekdays from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers & bingo. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959 Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Tuesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm at Antenna, 15 Beck St, NG3 3BP. For info contact Wendy - wendywheat71@gmail.com Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help support group for those who have experienced the suicide of a family member or someone close. For more information call 0115 911 1661 (mon - fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk

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

meetings are held in Nottingham on 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

Adoption Open Evening - first Thursday monthly. Adopt Together opens it’s doors for anyone considering adoption.

Come along for a chat with our friendly adoption team between 6pm - 7.30pm at our West Bridgford office, 7 Colwick Rd, West Bridgford, NG2 5FR. For more info visit www.faithinfamilies.org or 0115 9558811 Hard of Hearing/Deaf - Hard of Hearing Social Group (2nd and 4th Friday, 10am-2pm), Social Night (1st and 3rd Thursday, 7pm till late) and lip-reading classes (days and evening). For further details phone 0115 970 0516, text 07817275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk Smile! Stop Hate Crime - raises awareness and tackles disability hate crime. People with learning disabilities should not have to put up with harrassment and violence. REPORT it to the police on 101.

FREE legal advice clinic - at the CORE centre, Calverton every Tuesday 9.30 - 12.30pm. Lauren is a specialist family resolution lawyer and offers a minimum 45 min confidential free meeting. Call Lauren on 07990 806086 or email: lauren@focusfamilylaw.co.uk 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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£150 £250

Trainer & Consultant Anti-Stalking Training & Awareness Kidnap Prevention & Awareness Surveillance & Investigations Situational Awareness Training

0785 374 0636 NG3 - helping hand group directory cont....

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

Dyslexia Action, Nottingham - specialist tuition for literacy and numeracy for all ages. Full psychological assessments. Exam

access arrangements. Awareness training for schools, colleges, work-based trainers and employers. Our Nottingham Office is based at 2 King Street, NG1 2AS. Please phone 0115 948 3849 for more information and a free consultation.

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Guide Dogs local mobility team is looking for a Volunteer Administrator in Nottingham, who can give a few hours a week to provide support to the charity’s My Guide service.

My Guide is a free and flexible service that helps people with sight loss to get out of their home, build confidence and take part in social and leisure activities, using a trained volunteer as a sighted guide.

Anyone interested in the role will need to demonstrate good communication and IT skills and be able to commit to a minimum of three hours a week. The role is based at the Nottingham office, where you will have the opportunity to meet people, learn new skills and become an integral part of the local team.

My Guide volunteer, Kay explains: “Last year, I applied to be a My Guide volunteer and I am now a lead volunteer for the service. My role is varied and I am involved with training and administration, which involves talking to clients, volunteers and members of the public. I can highly recommend My Guide to anyone who is looking to volunteer.”

The service is currently available to people living across Nottingham City, Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark and Sherwood and has recently been launched in Broxtowe, Gedling and Rushcliffe. This service is delivered by a team of specially trained volunteers who provide confidential one-to-one support.

Trained volunteers can offer emotional support which may include a chat over a cup of tea or the phone, or practical support such as help with shopping or going out to a café.

We work closely with clinical teams to ensure that any individual who is referred to the Beyond Diagnosis service is well supported throughout their time accessing the service.

We are looking for volunteers who can donate 1-2 hours of their time a week to make a difference to the lives of local people living with cancer. All our volunteers attend specific training and complete a DBS criminal records check.

For more information regarding becoming a volunteer, please get in touch by: E-mail – volunteering@selfhelp.org.uk Telephone – 0115 911662 Website - https://www.selfhelp.org.uk/ projects/macmillan-beyond-diagnosis

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Crown of Light

by Bob Massey

On the 19th December 1935, the audience assembled at St Jude’s church hall in Mapperley were entertained with a performance of a play called the Crown of Light.

The play centred on the events of the first Christmas. It commenced with the arrival at Bethlehem and the offer of a stable for accommodation. It continued through to the call by the angel to the shepherds on the hills. It concluded with the arrival of the three kings at the stable. All the proceeds were to support the Girls Friendly Society White Horse Social Centre in South East London.

The show had a cast of 30 girls who were all members of the Daybrook branch of the Girls Friendly Society.

Friendly Societies were formed at the start of the industrial revolution when people left their village homes to work in the new factories that were springing up in the towns all over the country.

Up until this time the family or village had supported its working people in times of trouble. With this new population shift this support network was no longer available.

Trades people started to band together for mutual support to replace the help they would have received from their family or village.

Girls were moving away from their homes and villages and living alone in a strange town for the first time. Some fell into poverty and resorted to prostitution and crime in order to survive. Organisations were set up to help these girls who had fallen victim to the dark side of urban living.

The Girls’ Friendly Society (GFS) was established on January 1st 1875, aiming to provide friendship and support for the growing numbers of working-class country girls who were leaving home to take up employment in towns and cities.

It was formed by Mary Elizabeth Townsend, an Irish clergyman’s daughter and wife of artist Frederick Townsend. After Frederick inherited Honington Hall, Mary helped in the work of the local girls’ orphanage and became aware of the problems faced by girls going into domestic service. This included loss of contact with their families and unwanted pregnancies which resulted in dismissal. After assisting in some ‘rescue work’ among ‘fallen women’ she came to the conclusion that prevention would be much better than cure.

The idea at the heart of the GFS was that the working-class girls could be befriended and guided by higher-class ‘lady’ associates, what we would call mentors today. At the beginning the girls could join the GFS from the age of 12 up to adults but from 1882 those from the age of 8 could now join. Originally all members were required to be members of the church and of unblemished character. Both members and associates paid an annual subscription. This first idea lead to branches being formed all around the country including the one in Daybrook and in Arnold. The GFS went on to provide residential homes and all forms of social help and assistance for the vulnerable young women. The motto of the society is “bear one another’s burdens”. The GFS is still operating today and it is now a worldwide organisation, embracing people from all cultural and religious backgrounds.

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.

NG3 Index of Advertisers Accountants/Book Keeping Iliffe Poulter 45 Select Accountancy 44 Aerials/TV’s/Audio 1st Astral Aerials Carlton Aerials Phil Chapman

87 79 63

Aquatics Barracuda

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Architects/Plans Casey Designs

88

Auction Houses John Pye Auctions

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Bathrooms/Kitchens/Bedrooms Branch 77 56 Brighter Kitchens 73 DD Joinery 48 Dream Doors 65 Haydn Interiors Ltd 71 Fine Finish Furniture 52 Shower Doctor 83 Sliding Door Wardrobes 7 Blinds/Curtains/Shutters Bella Blinds 81 Building / Roofers / Fascias AKJ Contracts 64 Arnold Building & Roofing 49 B & P Paving 69 Canterbury 55 DMI Roofing 61 Ernehale Roofing 88 Mick McGahan 73 Notts Building & Roofing 51 Nottingham B & R 54 Nottingham No Leak 59 Nottm Roofing Serv. Ltd 83 J Power Builders 85 Premier Roofing Sols 63 Proudlove Roofing 76 W A Builders 73 John White Builders 46 Business Services RS Media Veriflyers

43 43

Butchers Chambers

13

Car Sales/Repairs/Parts Gedling Garage 77 Promech 53 Care/Support Services Age UK Notts City Homes Radford Care

95 93 95

Chimney Sweeps Neil Anderson Homesweep

87 63

Christmas Events Motorpoint Arena St James Church Yorkshire Wildlife Park

15 19 25

Cleaners:Homes, Windows, Carpets, Drives, Cars Chewing Services 85 Derwent Cleaning 79 Dustbusters 47 GutterPro 89 JWS Window Cleaning 87 MJ Cleaning 58 Computer Repairs/Sales/Tuition BettaBytz Computers 44 Sola 43 Dance/Drama classes Start Dancing

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Day Nurseries Hollies Day Nurseries Dental Practices A & D Dental

Home Improvements Colin Allen Handyman Jason Craddock Man about the House

79 54 87

Domestic Appliance Engineers Notts Appliance Repairs 61

Interiors Branch 77

56

Drainage/Pipe Clearance ADK Drains 47

Joiners/Timberwork Beecroft Joiners DD Joiners Josephs Joinery M.Thompson

70 48 88 59

Legal Advice Haresh Sood Law

1

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Locksmiths Barnys Locksmiths

85

15

Mobility Aids The Lifestyle Centre

91

2

Music Tuition Jim Farey Drums

19

Opticians Specsavers

103

Oven Cleaning/Repairs Ovenu

49

Painting/Decorating Glen Birch Chris’ Decorating James Phil & Co Phil Sargeant Paul Tinsley Waters Colours

72 61 54 82 64 48 51

Personal Safety Anti-Stalking

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Electricians ARA Electrics DElectrix Perkins & Son R2D Electrical Equestrian Martins Farm Events/Gigs/Shows Motorpoint Arena Fashion Retailers Armstrongs Mill Fencing Ace Fencing Beechdale Fencing

104 28

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59 46

Fireplaces/Woodburners/ Stoves Homesweep 63 Stonebridge Fireplaces 82 Flooring/Carpets Brightwood Flooring 58 Kings Carpets & Flooring 6 The Little Carpet Co. 62 Foot Health Beloved Feet

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Funeral Directors/Plans Notts Funeral Services 95 Garage Repairs/Doors JB Doors

47

Garden Centres/Retailers Brookfields 21 Internet Gardener 3 Woodthorpe Pk Plant Shop 14 Gardening/Groundwork/Paving/ Drives All Grounds Services 70 Anderson Gardening 76 B & P Paving 69 DF Garden & Property 83 Hardcore Construction 54 Heatherview Landscapes 61 James Joseph 84 LittleGreen Landscapes 47 RKM Garden Care 57 Resin Drives 4 Walkerscapes 54 WRS 59 Gas Engineer MCB Plumbing & Heating 79

Photography/Restoration Detail Photography 12 Plastering Richard Brooks C J Plastering GM Plastering Matt the Plasterer Star Plasterers

63 79 70 46 88

Plumbing,Heating, Air Con Agua Gas 51 P.Byrne 71 B & M Plumbing 76 CDM P & H 88 Sayer Plumbing 63 Stonebridge 58 Tony Jones Plumbing 48 Woodthorpe Plumbing 57 Property Maintenance Services DD Joinery 48 DF Garden & Property 83 Gary Simpson Handyman 58 Man About The House 87 Removals/House Clearance ACS Removals 49

Glass Specialist Sines Glass

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Hair & Beauty Angels Twelve Just Cutting

Restaurants/Takeaways/Pubs The Railway 9

31 28

Schools/Colleges Nottingham College

37

Solid Fuel Fernwood Fuels Salterford Logs

5 89

Tiling/Tile Retailers Grout & About

64

Tree Surgeons Charnwood Trees Tindle Tree Care Woodthorpe Trees WRS

84 48 70 59

Health & Fitness Gedling Leisure Pilates with Claire Ragdale Hall Slimming World

27 29 30 29

Holiday Homes K & S Lakeview Holidays 37

Venues Motorpoint Arena

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Will Writers ALH Legal

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Windows/Doors/Conservatories Apollo Windows 75 A & M Windows 72 Canterburys 55 Fix A Glaze 76 KLG 50 We-Fix-Windows 49

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