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Burntstump Seely C of E Academy Choir Perform at Arnold Carnival

Children from Burntstump Seely Church of England Academy performed to their biggest audience yet at the Arnold Carnival celebrations.

Head Teacher and choir leader, Heather Gabb said that the choir, which was started in Autumn last year, is going from strength to strength. “We practise once a week and were honoured to perform at the Mansfield Music Festival in March. We were placed joint second in the unconducted class which was fantastic for a fairly new choir.”

The children were well received by the Arnold Carnival-goers and Heather says the audience were very supportive of the children.

The choir sang ‘I Turn on the Tap’ by Richard Stilgoe, which focuses on those suffering from drought conditions in Africa, and the second song ‘Baningati’, a joyful Cameroonian playground song.

“Our final song,” says Heather, “‘Count on Me’

by Bruno Mars, was to show our commitment to our school values of Community, Hope, Respect, Confidence and Honesty.”

Pupil Joni aged 8 said that it was a great opportunity to hone their performance skills.

“I was really nervous at first, but then I enjoyed it. I think we sang the best that we can!”

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Ernehale Junior School Footballers Retain Gedling Football Cup!

Ernehale Junior School in Arnold is celebrating the retention of the Gedling Primary Schools Football Association cup for the second year running. The boys have had an incredible run since the beginning of the 2016 season; with one draw in their league matches and winning all of the rest, they haven’t lost a single match!

Team coaches Richard Younger (Next Level Sports) and Rebecca Bateman (Ernehale Junior School Teaching Assistant) said that the team were a credit to the school. Richard said, “I am still buzzing from the results.

I was so proud of them for playing as well as they did and keeping their calm during the penalty shootout.” The final was played against Arno Vale Junior School and ended in a nail biting 2-1 penalty shootout.

Teaching Assistant and coach Rebecca Bateman said she was nervous during the final. Rebecca said the team played a great game. “Well firstly, we did something that Leicester City didn’t do, we retained our title! I know that winning the title meant the world to every single child, and I was totally over the moon! The coaching and teaching staff all believed in the boys, and that faith definitely rubbed off.” The school are already running trials for their new football team as Rebecca says around half of the players will move to secondary schools in September.

Rebecca describes their season as being ‘out of this world’. They were Team Ernehale until the end!”

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Arnold Hill Students are Guest Speakers at National Conference

Students from Arnold Hill Academy were asked to speak at a national teaching conference about a pioneering literacy project the school is trialling.

Six students and two teachers from Arnold Hill did a presentation to literacy experts and English teachers from around the country.

The project, which the school developed in partnership with the National Literacy Trust, is exploring ways of teaching oracy and listening skills outside of regular English lessons.

Following a teacher training session with the National Literacy Trust, Arnold Hill came up with the idea of developing pupils’ speaking skills through the study of British Values.

Assistant Head at Arnold Hill, Emily Dalton, explained: “We timetabled an hour a week for Years 7 and 8 to work specifically on skills such as debating and arguing a point succinctly by exploring our country’s values. Topics have included democracy, fair representation through the media, being entrepreneurial, and pride in our home city. It’s making a huge difference to the students’ confidence in speaking.”

Catharine Driver, Secondary Schools Adviser at the National Literacy Trust, said: “Arnold Hill has taken a bold and creative approach to developing its pupils’ speaking skills and confidence by engaging them with such a culturally diverse topic. We hope their project will be a source of inspiration for other schools around the UK.”

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TRENT ACADEMIES EXPLORE UNI LANGUAGE OPTIONS AT 14

Three Nottingham schools have been trialling a new way of getting pupils as young as 14 and 15 hooked on studying languages through to A Level and University.

Rushcliffe School, The Farnborough Academy and Arnold Hill Academy – which together make up The Trent Academies Group – have paired up with the University of Nottingham to give Year 10 students a flavour of what studying languages to degree level can offer them.

The three academies took 60 of their aspiring linguists, currently in their first year of GCSEs, on a visit to the School of Cultures, Languages and Area Studies at the university. These types of visits do not usually happen until Year 12.

The students were given taster sessions in Italian and Russian, a tour of campus, and they also heard first hand from undergraduates what it’s like to study languages at university and where that can take you in the future.

22-year-old Evie Ross, who has just completed her finals in Spanish and Portuguese, spoke to the students about her languages path; about how she was a beginner in Portuguese when she started university and about her year abroad working in Barcelona and then Brazil.

Pupils from the three schools were impressed with what they heard. Elodie Cavill, from

Arnold Hill Academy, said “I learnt what a year abroad entails and that it is possible to add languages to most degrees.”

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Vernon Coaker MP helps Killisick Junior School launch ‘Book Swap’

Killsick Junior School have launched a big ‘Book Swap’ as part of their drive to inspire a love of reading in pupils, and to share that interest with their families too.

Kim Donzé, a teacher at the school said that pupils are already encouraged to read at least four times a week at home, collecting points for their good work. Now she says, the school wants to inspire the grown-ups to join in by donating and borrowing books from their new Book Swap project. Kim says she hopes it will encourage the pupils further.

Hundreds of books have already been donated to the scheme, and one parent had her sights set on a detective novel. Sarah Greave said, “I think this is a really good idea and if we can encourage the children it’s worth it.” Sarah said her son Lewis needed to find out just what interested him before he started to devour books.

At Killlisick Junior School a mini library of free to choose books are now available for adults and it is hoped that this will feed into their program to encourage pupils to read more. Kim said the school is thrilled with the generous donations from families. “Even the bookcases were donated and teachers have been sneaking into the Book Swap and using it before it even opened which is great!”

To mark the grand opening event, Vernon Coaker MP came into school assembly and talked to children about the importance of reading. Mr Coaker MP said he was an avid reader in his youth, and as an adult couldn’t get by without the development of such a crucial skill.

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Rain holds off for Guides’ ‘Night in a Box’

Guides from Gedling joined some 100 members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire in May in sleeping out under cardboard to highlight the plight of the homeless.

Aged from 10 upwards, the girls began to arrive at Girlguiding Nottinghamshire’s Elton campsite from 7pm, all armed with a cardboard box which would be their only shelter for the night. After queuing for a simple supper from the soup kitchen, they then warmed up during a campfire singalong before bedding down in their boxes.

Despite the gloomy forecast, the rain held off for most of the night and the Guides rose early on Saturday morning – still smiling!

All the girls had been sponsored to take part in the sleep-out and the money raised will be donated to Framework, the Nottinghambased homelessness charity.

Talking afterwards, the Guides acknowledged their heightened appreciation of some of the issues associated with homelessness.

‘It was hard to sleep, noisy and cold,’ reflected Hannah Oxley (11) of 1st Gedling Guides, whilst her friend Ellie Stark (11) was surprised to find that it was ‘…quite comfy actually!’

Girlguiding Nottinghamshire is recruiting additional adult volunteers in order to whittle down the waiting lists and create more events and opportunities like the Night in a Box for girls and young women all over the county.

Anyone interested in finding out what’s involved is invited to call 0115 987 7220 or visit www.girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk

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After school sports and active games club for ages 7-11yrs. Tuesdays (term time) 4-5pm at St Mary’s Family Centre, Church Lane, NG5 8HJ FREE entry! Tuck shop available For more info call 07557919659 or colleenbarnes.stmarysarnold@gmail.com

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

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

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

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 7pm - 9.15pm.

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.

102nd Nottingham Scout Group - meet Mondays (term time only) at Top Valley School (Dance Academy). Beavers (ages 6-8) 5.15pm - 6.30pm and Cubs (ages 8-10½) 6.30pm - 8pm. For more details contact Mike: 07773 685237 or Jenny: 0115 977 1345, or pop along Monday night.

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 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 Arnold St Mary’s Pre-School - Church Lane, Arnold. Call 07969 544137. Open every morning plus all day Wednesday. Free places available for 2,3 and 4 year olds. Email: info@arnoldpreschool.org. Or visit www.arnoldpreschool.org. OFSTED registered.

1st Redhill Scout & Guide group - meetings: Band Mon 7pm/ Beavers Wed 5.45pm/Cubs Wed 7pm/Guides Thurs 7.30pm/Scouts Fri 7pm/ at 329 Mansfield Rd. Tel 953 7986.

Mapperley Junior Netball Club - Are you in school years 7,8 & 9 and love netball? New junior netball club. Mondays 6pm - 7pm at Carlton Le Willows Academy, Wood Lane, NG4 4AA (Indoor). £2 per session. Coach led. Contact Sarah - sarahhumphrey@btinternet.com Notts & Arnold Amateur Cricket Club - Outdoor at Goosedale Sports Club, Moor Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UN. Monday’s & Friday’s 6.30pm - 7.30pm April to October. Contact Andrew Claye 07834 488663 2nd Arnold Girls Brigade - Wed 6.15pm-9pm.Call Yvonne - 07954 402258.

Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7 to 11 yr olds, along with hardball teams for ages 11-15. Please contact Andrew on 07891 654978 for details.

Weaverthorpe Pre-School- Derwent Crescent, Arnold. 9am - 3.30 Mon - Fri. OFSTED registered.

Funding for 2, 3 & 4yr olds. Qualified staff. Contact us on 0115 926 5644, email: weaverthorpe@ btconnect.com. Website: www.weaverthorpepreschool.weebly.com.

The Boys Brigade, 38th Nottingham Company-Every Tue 6-8.30pm. Open to ages 5-18yrs @ Arnold URC, Calverton Rd. Call Jennifer on 0115 9670034 or http://38nottingham.boys-brigade.org.uk Little Lambs Baby & Toddler Group- A fun & friendly group for babies and pre-schoolers.

Mon 9.30-11.30am & Fri 2-4pm (term time) at The Good Shepherd Church Social Centre, 3 Thackeray’s Lane,NG5 4HT. £3 per family. E: little.lambs@virginmedia.com, visit www.facebook.com/ littlelambswoodthorpe or follow on Twitter @littlelambsng5 Energize- after school sports & active games club every Tues (term time) from 4-5pm for ages 7-11yrs at St Mary’s Family Centre, Church Lane, Arnold, NG5 8HJ. Burn off some energy, learn something new & make new friends. Organised & delivered by qualified & DBS checked sports leaders. Tuck shop. FREE entry.

Killisick Pre-School- Coppice Farm Primary, Laver Close, Arnold. 9am - 3.30 Mon - Fri. OFSTED registered. Free funded sessions for 3 & 4 yrs. Contact us on 0115 859 8143, email: killisick.ps@ntlworld.com.

Arnold View Pre-School- For children aged 2 to 4 years at Arnold Hill Community Centre, Arnold. OFSTED registered. Sessions Tue, Thurs & Fri am & pm including lunch clubs. Funding for 2,3 & 4yr olds. Qualified staff and a genuine love for children. Contact tel: 07919 025633.

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Who Let The Dads Out! - 2nd Sat every month (except August) at St Mary’s Church Family Centre from 10am - 11.30am. For children from 0-5 years with their dads for fun, toys & refreshments.

Mum2MuM Market Nearly New Sales - 16 Sept - 2pm-4pm NEW VENUE: Arnold Hill Academy, Gedling Rd, Arnold, NG5 6NZ. Email: notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk for more info or to book a stall.

Dance Divaz - dance for fun to latest chart hits and get fit at the same time. Classes priced £4 each from age 3 to adults, held every Monday at Arnold Welfare (opp Greyhound pub). For class times and more information see www.dancedivaz.co.uk or call 07954 418481.

Bamboo Yoga Studio - children and family yoga classes available from 6 weeks to 10 years. Learn amazing techniques together to keep you all calm and healthy. A fantastic and fun way to bond! Please see website for more details: www.bambooyoga.net or contact Karen on 07412 503599/karen@ bambooyoga.net

2nd Arnold (St Mary’s) Scout Group - Calverton Rd, Arnold. Beavers Monday & Wednesday, Cubs Tuesday & Thursday, Scouts Monday & Wednesday, Explorers Friday. Contact 07982 247 147 or arnoldscoutgroup@hotmail.co.uk for more information.

Arnold Town Youth FC Under 17 Boys - want to play football? Saturday U17s recruiting players for 2016/17 season. Born between 1/9/99-31/8/00 them come along & join in. For more info call Malcolm 0115 967 3489/07500 874926 or Rob Mc Lachlan 0115 926 9171

Army Cadets - challenge yourself and learn new skills: fieldcraft, navigation, camping, expeditions, shooting, sport, BTEC, DofE and much more. Young people 12yrs to 18yrs. For more information visit Armycadets.com to find your nearest Detachment or tel: 0115 9837645 Glade Hill Primary Fantasy Playbase - (Chippenham Rd, Bestwood Park) Tiny Tots - Tues 9-10.45am|Stay’n’Play Wed 9am - 10.30am & 1-3pm. Soft & outdoor play £1 for refreshments. Call 9150298.

Beavers, Cub & Scout groups - call 952 3617.

Rainbows, Brownies & Guides groups - call Sarah Spencer 854 5006.

Bread & Bitter Bump to Baby Group - Monday (except Bank Holidays) 10 - 12. Friendly, busy group. Suitable from bump to sitting babies only. Special offers during the group. Various events organised. FREE admission. Contact Paula for details 07967 252784 or paula@babydaze.me Air Cadets - 138 Sqn, Carlton TA Centre, Carlton, NG4 3DX. Tues & Thurs 6.45pm-9pm. Girls & boys 12-17yrs. Drill, flying, sports, adventure training, Duke of Edinburgh, BTECs & much more. Tel: 0115 940 4308 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 Thursday 10am - 12 noon at Woodthorpe Grange Park. Meet at the golf hut/cafe 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

Shake, Rattle & Rhyme - Mondays (term time) 9.30am - 10.30am at St Mark’s Church Hall, De Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Songs, instruments & movement fun for babies to pre-schoolers. £4 per family, drinks & biscuits inc. Call Karen: 07846 176064 or visit Facebook shake rattleandrhyme.

After School Drama - for ages 4-11yrs. Free Rangers after school drama club is designed to build confidence & encourage creativity. Held at The Milk Lounge, Arnold, term time Thursdays 4pm 5.30pm. Contact Olivia - 0115 837 1950 or olivia@wearenonsuch.com to find out more!

2nd Arnold Beavers, Cubs,-Scouts & Explorers Beavers | Cubs Panther Grp Good Shepherd Pre-School OFSTED registered-for children6.30-7.45 aged 30 Fri mths upwards.

Children from all families withGrp places available now.

15 mths group; parents & toddlers8-9.30pm welcome.Fri. 7-8.30pm Tueswelcome, | Cubs Otter 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers Weds 1-3pm £3.Please Melanie Saunders6784 on 07971 382837 for more information.

Contact Noel Yeatmancontact 0115 956 9865/0787505 Boys’ Brigade, 25th Nottingham Company - Every Tuesday night (term time): 5.20pm - 9.15pm. Open to all ages 5-18 yrs - boys and girls. At the Emmanuel Church, Church View Close, Warren Hill. Contact the vicarage on 0115 920 8879 The Boys Brigade 39th Nottingham Company- Arnold Methodist Church.

Exciting activites for ages 5-18yrs. Contact Neil Stevenson : 39thnottm@boysbrigade.org.uk

At Arnold Library : Aug/Sept SUMMER READING CHALLENGE Saturday 15 July - Saturday 9 September Join us for this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, our theme is Animal Agents! Read 6 books over the summer holidays and collect stickers and prizes, with fun themed craft activities: Animal Agents Craft - Come and get crafty with a surprise activity! Wednesday 2nd August & Monday 14th August: 11am – FREE – no need to book Wednesday 9th August: 4pm-5pm – Sylvia South & the Word Catcher Children’s Theatre Performance (Suitable for ages 5+) - Booking essential.

There are stories you find when you open a book, and others…that wait to find you. Sylvia South is settling in for a quiet day at the library, when she looks up from the pages to see something outrageous. Suddenly Sylvia is off on an adventure, navigating streets on a borrowed bicycle to chase a strange little man with an armful of other people’s books! It would be an exciting story to read - if only she wasn’t inside it.

Library members: £3 Child | Accompanying adults free | Non-Library members: £5 Adult or Child Tickets available at Arnold Library or online: www.inspireculture.org.uk/popup Wednesday 23rd August: 10.30am-12.30pm – Visual Stories Family Arts Workshop Have fun making your own masks and tell your own original, imaginative stories inspired by this year’s Summer Reading Challenge theme: Animal Agents. The library is delighted to have a professional visual artist and a storyteller to work with you in this free workshop.

Tickets are FREE but BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/whats-on/ RATTLE, RHYME AND ROLL....

Fun with your babies and toddlers at our lively 30 minute sessions for 0-3 year olds and their parents/carers.

Sing, rhyme and “If you’re happy and you know it, shake a shaker!”

Every Tuesday and Thursday 10.30 - 11.00 am READING CAFÉ...

Come and join our Reading Café, which is always ready to welcome new members and visitors. Open every Wednesday morning from 10am-12 noon. We have a themed Café at least once a month, see details below.

KNIT AND NATTER Meeting every Monday 2pm - 3.30pm. Join our friendly group to knit, crochet, craft and natter; borrow books and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee & biscuit for 50p!

POLICE SURGERY An opportunity to meet with your local contact officer to discuss issues in your area. Come along and tell us what matters to you.

Friday 25 August 10am-11.30am & Friday 29 September 10am - 11.30am MY SIGHT Information and support for the partially sighted - Monday 4 September 10am-12pm Exhibitions August – Arts Heritage Exhibition September– Myriorama for Nottinghamshire Arnold Library, Front Street, Arnold NG5 7EE T: 0115 9202247 Mon & Fri 9am - 6pm; Tue & Thur 9am - 7pm; Wed & Sat 9am - 4pm arnold.library@inspireculture.org.uk www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/libraries

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They also have the viper slide to ride down in an inflatable ring, which consists of a 70m slope full with twists and turns.

Swadlincote Ski & Snowboard Centre, in the heart of the National Forest, bustles with activity and has so much to offer. For the budding skier or snowboarder they offer lessons on a nursery slope, and for those with a little bit more experience they have the main ski run of over 160 metres. You can book lessons or open sessions whatever suits you.

The Alpine Lodge & Bar overlooks the slopes and offers hot and cold food as well as beverages for those apres ski moments, or you can relax in the new coffee lounge which overlooks the nursery slope.

I don’t know about you but ever since I watched ‘Cool Runnings’ I have wanted to try a Toboggan run.

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The Sno-tubes are so much fun, they are large inflatable rings which can be spun and linked together to slide down a section of the slopes. (Min age 4 years.)

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It is being run by gelato experts Francesco Arcadio, and his wife Kirsten, assisted by son Sebastian. The Arcadio family has an impressive history of making gelato and operating café bars dating back to 1950s in Italy. The Nottingham venture is hot on the heels of their first highly successful UK business in Loughborough.

Diners can expect traditional flavours such as Cassata Siciliana (a traditional sweet from all areas of Sicily) and Pinolata (a lemon and chocolate Sicilian pastry).

But Dolcino has also produced exciting new gelato flavours, including Twist on a Twix, Chilli Chocolate and Salted Caramel, and Hazelnut and Avocado. Customers who want to experiment with their own gelato mix, can ask the Dolcino experts to blend their choice of flavours to create something bespoke and brand new. There is a viewing window on the first floor where customers can see gelato freshly made every day.

Dolcino has brought the Freakcone to Nottingham. Mouth-tinkling flavours, such as Black Forest Gateau, Toffee Popcorn, Mars Bar Magic, or any other combination the customer asks for – are served oozing over a gelato cone. There is also a premium selection of crepes, waffles and focaccia olive-oil bread sandwiches, all hand-made in store. Locally sourced ingredients are used where possible and own blends of coffee roasted on site.

We chose waffles and crepes. Lovely big portions, juicy fillings and to die for gelato. We had the beautiful flavours of cherry bakewell, raspberry and caramel. Our most favourite however was pistachio. Yum! The Dolcino experience is also enhanced by an Italian retro feel, with cosy booths, funky pictures of Italy, an iconic Vespa scooter and Fiat 500 wallpiece. A lot of the establishment’s equipment, including the gelato counter, a state-ofthe-art gelato making machine and the coffee roaster, has been shipped in from Italy.

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Summer Desserts Summer is here and hopefully the sun is out, the gardens and parks look lovely and barbecuing and al fresco eating is in full flow.

Summer brings a bounty of fresh fruits, herbs and salads with which to create delicious dishes. The smell of basil evokes memories for me of eating out in Italy.

If you have some in your garden, how about making an easy basil pesto? – you can freeze it in ice-cubes and use it all year round. If you have a pot of chives on your patio, snip them over a salad for a subtle onion flavour.

The market stalls and supermarket shelves are groaning with berries this time of year, strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, gooseberries - a large bowl of berries sprinkled with caster sugar and a dollop of whipped cream makes a perfect, simple dessert. Aubergines and courgettes can be sliced, drizzled with olive oil and sea salt and grilled on the barbecue.

Tomatoes, radishes, sliced cucumber and spring onions are perfect for nibbling on while the meat or fish cooks on the barbecue, and salad leaves are in abundance.

Dress with a little salt and pepper, olive oil and white wine vinegar for a simple side.

On long sunny days, no one wants to be standing over a hot stove making puddings but we all still enjoy our desserts.

So here are a few very easy to make “no cook” desserts that will impress your family and friends, take hardly any time to prepare, and make the most of the summer

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

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Iced Raspberry Brûlées with Basil

Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice Cream

Strawberry Cheesecake Bites

Ingredients (serves 4-6) 225g raspberries (or you could use chopped strawberries) 50g golden caster sugar 142ml double cream 100ml custard Handful of finely shredded basil leaves 3 tbsp icing sugar

Ingredients 4 ripe peaches or nectarines, halved and stoned Rapeseed or vegetable oil Best quality vanilla ice cream Honey and sea salt to serve

Ingredients Strawberries Cream cheese Icing sugar Vanilla extract Crushed digestive biscuits (to almost a powder)

Method Divide the raspberries between 4 heat-proof ramekins, scatter over the sugar and press down the fruit slightly. Whip the cream until it holds its shape and then fold in the custard and basil. Spoon the mixture evenly over the raspberries and smooth the tops over. Put the ramekins in the freezer for about half an hour to set. Dust each ramekin with the icing sugar and then, using a blow-torch (or a very hot grill) caramelise the sugar and leave to harden for 1 minute. Serve immediately.

Method Heat the griddle to a medium high heat. Brush the cut surface of the peaches with a little oil and place down on the griddle for a few minutes and then rotate (to get the characteristic grill marks), push down gently for a further 3 or 4 minutes until the fruit starts to caramelise. Remove from the grill and serve with a scoop of good vanilla ice cream, drizzled with honey and sprinkled with sea salt.

Method Remove the hulls and hollow out the middle of the strawberry (you will probably need a paring knife for this). Thoroughly combine the cream cheese, icing sugar and vanilla in a bowl. Fill each strawberry with the cream cheese filling (a piping bag is best) and then dip the cheesecake side of the strawberry into the digestive biscuit crumb.

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A Hill In Arnold

by Bob Massey

In the 1870’s Charles Grey Hill was a lace manufacturer with premises at Commerce Square on High Pavement in Nottingham.

Charles was born on 27th May, 1832 to John and Susannah Hill in the then village of Lenton. He was the middle of three brothers. His younger brother George died in 1839 at the age of just six. His elder brother John, born in 1824, pre deceased him, dying in 1893. Unfortunately for the boys, their parents separated. Their father emigrated to New Zealand where he died in 1893, the same year as his oldest son.

Charles’ mother moved to Basford where she died in 1891.

One of the reasons for buying the Arnot Hill estate was to expand his gardens and particularly his greenhouse plants. The new estate allowed him more space for his growing hobby.

Charles’ move from Villa Road transformed the Arnot Hill estate in a short time. He built new and larger greenhouses for his plants. The one for the orchids was 146’ long divided into 6 compartments with a 7’ wide corridor at one side. This corridor formed a promenade which allowed the visitor to move from one area to the other without passing outside. This was a new invention designed by Charles Hill.

Charles was fortunate to attend grammar school. After leaving school he was apprenticed to the lace company of Duplex Potter & Co. Here he met fellow apprentice John Wightman who, several years later, joined Charles in forming the firm of C.G Hill and Company. The two partners both took up residence on Villa Road in Nottingham.

C.G Hill and Company manufactured hats, caps, bonnets, ladies cap fronts, coverings for the head, head dresses and ornaments.

Charles was like many gentlemen of his time, very active in local affairs, serving on the local council. He took on the post of Sheriff of Nottingham in 1867-68.

The business thrived and both men became wealthy. This enabled Charles Hill to indulge his passion for orchids which are expensive to buy and difficult to grow.

C.G Hill bought Arnot Hill House and estate in August 1877 and put his old house on Villa Road in Nottingham up for sale. His passion in life was horticulture and orchids in particular. His house at Villa Road had a 42’ by 11’ greenhouse, 40’ by 14’ geranium house, an orchid house and a fernery all of which were fitted with the latest in heating and venting systems.

As well as building greenhouses for his plants, Charles built a new carriageway from the present lodge house and on to another lodge house that used to stand on the Arnot Hill Road entrance.

He laid out the gardens with banks of shrubs lining the carriageway. The grounds now had graceful walks, fine sweeps of grass without these being cut up into flower beds. Shrubberies were tastefully arranged and planted with the addition of choice conifers and other ornamental trees. These were obtained from various parts of the world. The whole of the grounds were transformed into one large pleasure garden with fine walks, wide open spaces and tree lined areas. Much of what we see in Arnot Hill Park today was started by the work of C G Hill.

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

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Woman: r e d n o W s iew Bur ton Rev Gal Power The DC Extended Universe has had a rocky road since its inception, with no movie yet released (Man of Steel, Batman Vs Superman, Suicide Squad) being given really positive reviews by critics. But while Batman Vs Superman was mercilessly beaten by the internet, it was praised for the DCEU’s interpretation of the badass woman from paradise – Wonder Woman. So surely it would make sense to put such a well received character into their own standalone adventure...right?

The story of Wonder Woman shows us the origins of the shield and sword wielding goddess. Here we get to see her humble origins as the princess of a mythical island of warrior women, that has been hidden to the world by the daddy of all Greek gods, Zeus. Well that was until a German warship following an escaping spy happened to stumble onto the hidden paradise of Themyscira. Wonder Woman, or Diana, saves the spy and learns of the terrible war raging across the rest of the world, the war to end all wars, or as we know it now, World War 1. Compelled by her innate goodness and an immeasurable amount of courage, Diana leaves her paradise of a home to help the world of man and stop the war by killing Ares, the god of war.

It’s a one woman against the world story. Well one woman with super human strength, indestructible gauntlets, a helpful shield and god-killing sword, against the world. Think we’re in safe hands.

Gal Gadot is incredible as Wonder Woman. In this film she gets to explore a younger, more naïve Diana, one who is bristling with hope for a world ruled by peace and love and just so happens to be a superpowered tank of a woman.

Chris Pine as Steve Trevor, the spy saved by Diana, was the perfect choice for this role, and is an actor to watch out for.

Patty Jenkins not only continues to uphold the grainy and palpable house style of the DCEU movies that was created and perfected from Man of Steel through to BVS, but she also finds ways to make World War 1, a period of history that has been depicted on film many times before, look fresh and hauntingly beautiful.

Seeing Wonder Woman walk through the trenches, we were left in no doubt about how dire and desperate the situation was out there. When she finally suits up and enters no man’s land, her bright costume juxtaposing against the bleak, war torn land she is wading through, we get a real sense of sadness at how a once beautiful land has been destroyed. There is also hope, through Wonder Woman, that this world can be saved, nurtured and allowed to breathe again.

Overall Wonder Woman isn’t a mind-blowing, runaway success that everyone should run out and see, but it is a solidly entertaining superhero film that looks incredible, has a charismatic and almost perfectly casted set of characters, and shines a light on a whole new and interesting female lead for the DCEU.

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Tackling antisocial behaviour Nottinghamshire Police recognises that antisocial behaviour is an important issue to individuals and communities.

The impact of persistent nuisance or harassment can be worse than that of a single crime as due to the wider impact on a victim’s life, their health, mental and emotional wellbeing can suffer.

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Tips on how to avoid and deal with wasp and bee stings A significant number of people get stung by wasps and bees. In certain cases, these stings can lead to anaphylactic shock, which can be potentially fatal.

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1) Remain Calm Arnold Town FC start the new season under new management with the arrival of Tom Richardson and assistant Chris Galley taking charge following Dave Marlow’s move over to Eastwood CFC. Tom and Chris arrive from Real United and bring with them former Doncaster Rovers player Tristram Whitman. Tris, a former Arnold player, signed for Doncaster from Arnold in 2000 and now finds himself back with the Eagles in a player/coaching roll.

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People often wave their arms and move rapidly, this can cause the insect to become increasingly distressed, increasing the chance of a sting. Move away slowly if you encounter wasps or bees and do not swat them.

2) Buy repellent and avoid strong perfumes / deodorants Purchase an insect repellent with at least 50% DEET (diethyltoluamide) to effectively work. Spray this on uncovered skin.

3) Getting Stung

Clean the sting using soap and water. Keep a cold compress on the affected area for 10 minutes and elevate if possible. Antiseptic cream can be applied to provide soothing relief. Avoid home remedies such as bicarbonate of soda and vinegar. They have no effect.

4) Dealing with stings

NHS Choices website is a great site to visit for information on stings, it recommends you: • Call 111 for facial stings • Call 999 for anaphylactic shocks.

• Call a professional pest control company to deal with wasp/bee nests.

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A LITTLE BIT OCD? I’m on a one-woman crusade! What I really want is to make people think before they use the phrase “I’m a bit OCD like that” or “that’s totally my OCD side coming out”, meaning that they like tidiness and order. Many people like to be in neat tidy surroundings and find neatness and symmetry pleasing but that doesn’t mean that they have OCD. Nor would they wish to because as any sufferer of OCD can tell you, it is a recipe for a miserable and severely limited life.

OCD stands for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder and, as the name suggests, has two main components - the obsession side and then the corresponding compulsive behaviour side. It comes in a number of forms, mainly: • Checking – whether taps are off, doors are locked, etc.

• Fears of germs and contamination.

• Intrusive thoughts of a distressing nature.

• Symmetry and order.

When people think of OCD, they generally think of the sufferer with their cans and jars all neatly arranged in the cupboard, labels facing outward.

But that is only the most visible symptom of the disorder. What gets completely missed are the distressing obsessive thoughts that cause the sufferer to spend hours and hours of their lives making their surroundings “just so” and the dire results they believe their failure to do so will cause.

Most people will have had the experience of being just about ready to leave the house and then having to run back just to make sure they’ve unplugged the iron or switched the cooker off. They run

back, check all is ok and then continue with their daily business without giving it another thought.

The person who suffers from checking OCD is unable to do that. Instead they are locked in a cycle of checking and rechecking, never able to trust their own judgement until the “ritual” has been performed to their satisfaction, restarting that ritual from the very beginning if it goes a fraction off-plan, often having a serious impact on their lives as a result. And the imagined result of their “failure” to check even worse – the death or destruction of their loved ones, of their home.

One would hope that most people wash their hands after using a public toilet but imagine being so afraid of germs and contamination that even after you have washed your hands, they still don’t feel clean and already you can picture the germs swarming and multiplying on your skin and you believe the end result of your “unclean” hands will be that your family will get contaminated from the germs you brought home and will get sick and die. And that ultimately it just works out easier if you just avoid going out in the first place so that you are never in the situation where you need to use a public toilet or come into contact with germs left behind by others.

These are just a few examples of the true distress that comes from suffering from an OCD illness – however, help is available if you feel your life is being ruined with such distressing and intrusive thoughts. Cognitive Behavioural Theory (CBT) has been proven to help sufferers retrain their thoughts away from such distressing compulsive thoughts. If this is you, why not give me a call and see if I can help?

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S Q U AT. KEY POINTS FOR A BETTER BACK SQUAT

Squat: you have all heard this term by now and the fact that injuries and mobility permitted, this exercise should be one of your main go to movements for multiple reasons.

Explaining the position

In this article, we will cover a few reasons why you should squat, and some technical points for improving your movement pattern.

Why should I squat?

Squatting is one of the key compound movements within exercise. It is a multiple joint, posture related movement, one of the first you perform as a child. If you watch a child from an early age their movement when performing a squat is natural, and pretty much perfect. This is because they have not yet had the factors of life that adults must manage with posture related issues.

1. Ideal position

The back squat is one of the most commonly, poorly performed exercises you will see in gyms.

2. Above parallel (not deep enough)

Why do people get it wrong?

There are two main reasons this exercise is performed wrongly; first being the individual’s mobility. This is a key point we are going to address shortly. The other is social media. So many people now follow so called fitness professionals and take misguided information into their own training. You DO NOT need to reinvent the wheel on a basic but structured movement. If you already struggle with movement then forget pulse, paused and all the other BOOTY growing nonsense you are reading. Perfect the form of the basic movement, unweighted if you have to, before moving on to more complex squat methods.

3. Parallel (safe depth for knees)

Mobility How many times have you seen someone squatting but they have not warmed up the movement pattern before they add load on to their back? I am guessing a lot. A good squat needs a little attention before you even lift the bar.

Are your hips mobile and warm?

Is there any quad and hamstring tightness?

Are there any joint issue or strains?

Is your foot wear and positioning correct?

There are many things to consider when it comes to performing this great exercise, to get the maximum benefit. Please reconsider your preparation.

Practise performing these movements. A great way to improve squat positioning is to: • Face a wall • Squat a few inches away, if your knees touch first, you are quad loading, try sitting back more • If your nose touches the wall first you are hip extending too soon, add a little knee hinge in at the same time • If clearance is good, focus on keeping as upright as you can by getting as close to the wall as you can, AND yes, it is possible to squat with your toes against the wall all the way to your bottom range.

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SMILE! Inspire wins Arts Council Support Inspire has received funding through Arts Council England’s Grants for the Arts Libraries Fund to develop an exciting and innovative musical project in Nottinghamshire and Nottingham City libraries for children aged 3 – 5 and their families.

In collaboration with MishMash Productions the project will create a brand new musical performance based on the popular children’s picture book Augustus and His Smile, written and illustrated by Catherine Rayner and published by Little Tiger Press, www. littletiger.co.uk.

Titled Smile, the performance will convey the enchanting story of Augustus’s search for his smile through magical theatrical chamber music. Smile will be a musical adventure to delight young audiences across the county.

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On 12 June the new Gedling Country Park Visitor Centre was opened. Key stakeholders including the Leader of Gedling Borough Council, Councillor John Clarke, the builders G F Tomlinson and architect Allan Joyce Architects al attended the event.

The visitor centre has a modern café and outdoor seating area looking over the park’s spectacular views of the borough.

The building which is made up of 9,800 breeze blocks and 2,500 bricks took 35 weeks to build and cost £1.5 million.

Runners in Nottingham’s ‘Race for Life’ on Sunday 4 June were heartened to be greeted by members of Girlguiding Nottinghamshire as they crossed the finish line on Victoria Embankment.

The centre will seat 75 people with 50 more spaces in the outdoor seating area. Café 1899 is named after the year the former colliery opened and will be managed by Nottingham City Council and will serve hot and cold refreshments along with a fully licensed bar. Food on the menu includes ‘Snap Tin’ sandwiches, Gedling Pasties and a range of daily specials and breakfasts.

Guides and Leaders from 1st Woodthorpe were positioned in the ‘finish funnels’ for both the 5km and 10km races, handing out water and medals to runners as they made it home.

Plans are also in place to incorporate the rich mining heritage inside the café which could include murals, photos, videos and information points about the history of the colliery and the future of the park.

Girlguiding Nottinghamshire is recruiting additional adult volunteers to enable more girls to support community events like Race for Life. Anyone interested is invited to call 0115 987 7220 or visit www.girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk

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Arnold 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 just £5+vat (under 125 characters) per edition.

Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: ali@ngmagazines.org.uk Arnold WI - meets 1st Tuesday monthly at Pondhills Community Centre at 7.30pm. New members welcome.Contact 0115 916 8806. Website: arnoldwi.weebly.com

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 Bonington House (Labour Club), High St, Arnold. Details: www.arnold-history-group.org.

Email: alhgroupo@gmail.com or tel: 0115 920 0626 or write to:144 Surgeys Lane, Arnold, NG5 8GB 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 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 St Marys Tea Dance - every Friday 1.30pm - 3.30pm at St Marys Church, Calverton Rd, Arnold. Call 916 8928 or 920 1373

Robin Hood Probus Club - For men who are retired, partly retired or nearing retirement. Monthly meeting on 3rd Tuesday at The Vale Hotel, Mansfield Rd, Daybrook. Speaker & lunch. Do come along and meet a group of very interestimg, like minded people. Call Bob 0115 822 4642 or staysafe46@hotmail.com Woodthorpe W.I - welcomes all women to their meetings held at the Good Shepherd Church Hall on Thackerays Lane.

Meetings are held at 7.30 p.m. on the first Monday of the month except January or Bank Holidays. Please contact the Secretary, Glenis on 0115 956 2823 for information about the programme of talks and visits.

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 St Mary’s Womens Fellowship - meet at St Mary’s Family Centre every other Tuesday evening 7.30pm-9pm. We have a wide variety of speakers. New members welcome. For further details & programme call Margaret Burgess on 926 8581.

Nottinghack - a place where you can make anything. Free open evening 6.30-9.30pm every Wed at Unit F6, BizSpace, Roden House Business Centre, Nottingham, NG3 1JH. For more info visit: www.nottinghack.org.uk Nottingham 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 Arnold Branch Royal British Legion - monthly meetings are held every 2nd Sunday in the month. At the Victory Club, Church Drive (opposite Sainsburys). Starts at 12.15pm. For more info contact John Todd on 0115 926 5244.

Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston,

NG9 2FF. 7pm - 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk

Notts Fuchsia Society - encourages the growing & displaying of Fuchsias. Meet at Wollaton Park Community Centre, Harrow Rd, Wollaton Park, NG8 1FG on the 4th Tues monthly from 7.15pm - 9.30pm for talks & demonstrations. All welcome. For more info call Derek on 0115 975 3365.

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, Family History, Keep Fit, Film Shows etc. For membership details contat: Robert@nottingham-mechanics.org.uk or 0115 941 7353 Bootlace Buddies - Bootlace Buddies is a small and friendly walking club for single people born in the 1950s and 1960s.

We walk in the local area on Sundays and sometimes walk or cycle on Wednesdays. For more information visit www. bootlace-buddies.org.uk Friends of Nottingham Museums - monthly meetings with speakers, held on Saturdays at 2pm in Studio 1, Nottingham Castle. Further info: Janet Livesley 0115 922 1734 Mapperley and District U3A - meets 10am, 4th Thursday in the month at Mapperley Plains Recreation & Social Club on Plains Road, Mapperley. For more info call 07913 399362 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.

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

Nottingham 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.

Embroiderers’ Guild - anyone interested in stitching and textiles is welcome. We meet at The

Nottingham Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nottingham (close to the Royal Centre) on 1st Tuesday each month at 1.30 - 3.30pm. For more info contact Jenny on 01623 491331.

Chair Based Exercise - new members welcome. Free weekly classes at 1.45pm Tuesdays & seated yoga class Thurs 2pm-3pm at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton. Call 0115 847 0551 for info on our other classes.

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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 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 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.

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 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.

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.

Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wed & a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: June 01773 777 204 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk Woodcarving Club - Tuesdays: 1.30 - 3.30pm & 7 - 9pm at Sherbrook Scout Camp, Mansfield Lane, Calverton (Sept to mid-June). Small friendly group, beginners very welcome. Tools & tuition provided. Contact Brian - 0115 841 6996

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

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

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.

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 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.

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

Nottingham 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 Thursday each month. Visit www.rotaract.org.uk/nottingham for further details.

French speaking group - French speakers, native or not, meet monthly at various venues in & around Nottingham to keep up with the language. Good conversation French required. Join our group on Facebook: “The Nottingham Frogs” or email sylvaindrouhot@hotmail.com. A bientot.

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.

Gedling Round Table - we are a group of ordinary guys who get to do extraordinary things. Members have the chance to embrace life to the full& in turn support their local community. Do more. Learn more. For more info contact Daniel Hayes on 07889 725 836 or email: secretary@hucknallroundtable.co.uk.

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.

Calverton Cricket Club - welcomes players of all ages. Indoor nets on Thursday evenings at Nottingham High School have now started. Contact Derek Pickering on 07989 180499, tweet to @calvertoncc or visit www.calvertoncc.co.uk for more information.

Coffee Morning - every Tuesday - 10am til 1pm. Refreshments and a good old chat. New Testament Church, 173-175 Carlton Road, NG3 2FX. Arnold Ladies - Meet 1st & 3rd Wednesday, monthly. Time: 7.30pm at the Arnold Leisure Centre. Speakers & outings.

New members welcome.

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.ssae.org.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

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every Thursday 2-4pm at Arnold United Reformed Church, Calverton Rd (opp. Surgeys Lane). Everyone welcome for an afternoon of craft & chatter. For info contact Val Moore on 0115 956 3843.

Wollaton Historical & Conservation Society - meet at 7.30pm on the 4th Wednesday of the month at St Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcote Lane, Wollaton Village. Bus no.30/parking at rear. For more info. call Angela Gilbert 0115 928 3414 or see website www.spanglefish.com/WollatonHistorical Daybrook Bowls Club - friendly club, 4 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 Nottingham Writers’ Club - meets on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays (evenings) monthly in the city centre. We welcome everyone who loves to write - aspiring, published or unpublished - and all genres are catered for. For information please contact Phil on 0115 938 4098 Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm March - Oct. at The Dynamo House off Park Rd, Bestwood Village, NG6 8ZA. Nov - Feb at St Mark’s Church, Bestwood Village, NG6 8UU. To see what we get up to go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: secretary@bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk 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 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.

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.

Nottingham Secular Society - meets on last Monday 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 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 Patterns & Plains Patchwork & Quilting Group - meet 2nd & 4th Weds monthly - 7.30pm - 9.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall, Arnold. Call 0115 9939106 after 7pm for info. New members welcome.

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 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 Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers - every Tues morning 7 - 8.30am (except bank holidays)at The Town House, 1-5 High St, Arnold, NG5 7DA. For more info call 07939 899 213.

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.

Engineering - anyone interested in starting a small group for engineers of any ability or background. To meet once a week to discuss workshop topics, engineering problems, inventions, experimental work & practice machining. I have an extensive workshop with machine tools etc. If you are interested & have any ideas email Tom: notintone678@gmail.com 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. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068.

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!

Killisick Autumn Club - every Tues 9.30am - 11am at Killisick Comm Centre, Killisick Road. For info call 0115 956 8575.

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

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.

Keep Fit Association - exercise for mature ladies. At Mapperley Community Centre every Tues 10.30am from Sept 6th.

For more info 07979 866406 or 0115 943 0403 Walking - are you interested in doing “self lead” walks? Up to 5-6 miles. Local or other. Choose a walk from book or web, turn up & follow together. Car owner/driver preferable to share transport/driving. Kindness, honesty & respect essential. No fees other than fuel cost contribution to driver. Please contact: happywalking9560@yahoo.com for info.

Nottingham Folk Dance Group - meets Tues at .7.15pm at Lambley Village Hall, Lambley Primary School, Catfoot Ln, Lambley, NG4 4QF. New members, singles & couples welcome. No experience necessary. For more info call Mary Hill: 0115 967 3878 or visit www.nfdg.org.uk Short Mat Carpet Bowls - come and join us on Mondays 10am - 12noon, 12.30pm-2.30pm & Wednesdays 10am-12noon at The Beacon, Birchfield Rd, Arnold. All standards are welcome, especially beginners. Cost £4 per session. For more info call Geoff 07733 411193 or Arthur 0115 840 8358

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The High Sherriff of Nottinghamshire and a representative from the French Consul presented Don Sutton with the Legion d’Honneur for his service to his country during the Second World War. The award, the highest honour the French can bestow, was presented to Mr Sutton who resides in Ravenshead at Gedling Borough Council’s Civic Centre in May.

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Mr Sutton was formally presented with the award by the French Consul in the East Midlands, M. Jean-Claude Lafontaine, for his part in the liberation of France in the summer of 1944. His regiment, the North Somerset Yeomanry, one of the last regiments who fought on horseback, played a large role in the liberation of France.

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Unfortunately recently vaccination in people and animals has had a bad press. However the modern vaccines used are carefully tested and licensed to ensure they are safe to use. If you have any concerns your vet will be happy to discuss them with you.

Some horrible diseases like Feline Enteritis and Canine Distemper are now thankfully extremely rare. Others such as Cat Flu and Canine Parvovirus are mainly seen in unvaccinated animals. Outbreaks of contagious illness such as Canine Kennel Cough and Myxomatosis in rabbits can be limited by vaccination.

Generally your dog, cat, rabbit or ferret requires an initial primary course of inoculations as a youngster and then an annual booster to maintain it’s protection.

As your pet gets older it’s immune system is less efficient and it is more important to keep him or her vaccinated. It is especially important in a breeding female to have them fully vaccinated so as to pass on that immunity to their newborn. Importantly alongside his annual booster your pet will also get a thorough health check which is a time when any other problems, such as early heart or dental disease, can be picked up and treated. It is also an

In these times of potential hardship, owners are often tempted to not vaccinate their pets or let their boosters lapse but this can be a false economy and potentially life threatening to your beloved pet.

To help clients with this many practices have schemes to help you spread out the cost of routine health care such as our Pet Health Club, which gives you the option to pay a monthly direct debit to cover the costs of routine health care such as vaccination, flea and worm control. To find out more check with your practice or check their web site for details. © Andrew Draper, Senior Vet, Oak House Veterinary Centre

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Timmy is hoping readers can help him find a home. Rescued by Animal Accident Rescue Unit, he has been waiting a while – could that home be with you?

Here he explains: ‘Hello, I’m about 3-4 years old, and a lazy and lovable boy! I enjoy playing a bit but then I want to relax. I’m friendly, enjoy fuss and adore my food. My fosterers are trying to get me used to grooming …. I’m unsure about this brush thingy but it’s nice around my head. So if you’d like a laid back cat who’s fully house trained, well behaved and exceptionally cute, I could be your perfect match!’

Timmy was FIV/FeLV-tested and is negative; he is neutered, flea and worm treated, microchipped and vaccinated; his new owner is responsible for further vaccinations. For details, contact the Adoption Officer at admin@aaru. org.uk, who will reply as soon as possible. All adoptions need a successful homecheck. The charity does not rehome cats on or near busy roads unless indoor-only, and recommends keeping them indoors at night, and for 6-8 weeks to bond with the new owner/home.

To raise funds for cats like Timmy, the charity’s next monthly fair is 2-4pm, Saturday 19 August at Lowdham Village Hall, Main Street, Lowdham NG14 7BD. The charity does not cover healthy strays/ unwanted pets, but helps neglected, injured and vulnerable animals and birds. Anyone finding an animal needing emergency transport to a vet should leave a detailed message on 0115 932 1555. For all animals needing homes, see www.animalaccident.org.uk.

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Of the launch, Head Coach Chelsea Martin said, “I’m extremely excited about the opportunity we have to make a real difference to the lives of dogs and pet owners. By preventing problem behaviours in the dogs we see and training for the real-world we’re hopefully able to keep more dogs with their families.”

Initially, classes will be offered in Sneinton, Lenton and Thurgarton with plans to add an additional two venues in or around the city. Every class consists of five 50-minute sessions, taught on five consecutive weeks.

To ensure education is affordable to all, courses are priced at £50 each with a £10 discount for rescue dogs.

By offering a variety of puppy, adult and rescue dog training classes, Dogs Trust hope to prevent problem behaviours and reduce the number of dogs given up for rehoming.

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GEM CONNECTION welcomed The Mayor of Erewash, councillor Mary Hopkinson to the afternoon performance of their summer show; “Gems In June.”

The show was staged again in the evening and chorus members, Maralyn Wilkinson and Janet Micklewright were presented with their 30 years Long Service Award by Nancy Philbin, the Vice Chair of The Ladies British Barbershop Association .

The show was a huge success and has helped in raising funds to purchase new outfits for everyone ready for the National Competition in Bournemouth in October.

You may see the GEMs in your area during the summer with their “Teddy Tombola” stalls. If you have any cuddly toys needing a new home, please let us know. To donate a teddy, you can contact the chorus at www.gemconnection.org

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Bingham and District Choral Society Together with Mansfield Choral Society, we will be performing Haydn’s Creation in the autumn and Verdi’s Requiem in the spring at Southwell Minster. Our annual Choral Workshop will be led by the exciting bass baritone Marcus Farnsworth in March. We will also be offering a short summer singing programme in May/June 2018. Do visit our website www.binghamchoral. org.uk for more information about dates and

Bestwood Male Voice Choir recently enjoyed a 5 day trip to Weymouth with wives and partners.

The trip, organised by Roy Brown, included a very enjoyable and successful joint concert with Bournemouth MVC at St Andrew’s church in Weymouth. The concert, in aid of the church’s restoration fund for the historic building, was enjoyed by an extremely enthusiastic, capacity audience.

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Even better, please accept our warm invitation to join us in the autumn (we offer a free trial period of three rehearsals). Further details on the website. Alternatively, email us at choir@ binghamchoral.org.uk or ring Valerie Morgan (Choir Secretary) on 0115 933 2353 for a chat.

Our rehearsals take place between 7.15pm and 9.30pm on Wednesdays during school term time, at Carnarvon Primary School, Nursery Road, Bingham, NG13 8EH.

Gem Connection Ladies Barbershop Chorus - meet every Thurs at The Harrington Middle School, Derby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 4BJ; 7.30pm - 10pm. Please visit: www.gemconnection.org for more info or just pop along & see us at one of our rehearsals - you’ll be made most welcome.

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

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

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

Saturday Singers - singing is good for you. Come & try us. Members from all over Nottingham. Meet Belgrave Rooms, 25 Goldsmith St, Nottm. 9.30am-12pm. No auditions, all welcome. Lunch available.

Phone 0115 931 3965 or www.saturdaysingers.org.uk Lace City Chorus - UK/Netherlands’ Women’s 2014 Barbershop Champions - rehearsals every Weds, Frank Seely School, Calverton. All welcome. Singing courses held. Call Lynn 07909 684178. See www. lacecitychorus.org Carlton Male Voice Choir - Are you interested in singing? Come and join us. Wednesdays 7.30pm 9.30pm at Gedling Road Methodist Church, NG4 3EX. For details call 0115 987 4941 or visit www. carltonmvc.org.uk The Major Oak Chorus - gents, sing in four part harmony with the MOC, every Tues at 7.30pm at Carlton Central School, Foxhill Rd, Carlton. For more info call Paul: 07966 910201 or visit: facebook. com/majoroakchorus Woodthorpe Singers - very 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 (commences 4 Sept). For info contact our musical director Tina Hewitt on 07742 670732.

The Carousel Singers - ladies choir, well est. singing a great variety of music. No auditions/no previous experience. Meet in Grangewood Church, Grangewood Rd, Wollaton on Fri, 7.15-7.30pm. For more info call Sue England on 0115 925 7928.

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

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

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

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

Brinsley Community Choir - pop, soul, rock RnB. Now on Tues 7pm-9pm @ Brinsley Church, Church Ln, NG16 5AB. £5 per session. No audition process. For more info call Charlotte - 07581 020959. www. yourcommunitychoir.com Singsation Children’s Choir - Ages 5-14. Saturdays 10am-11am. Eastwood Town Hall, 120 Nottingham Rd, NG16 3GD. For more info call Charlotte on 07581 020959.

Lyrical soNGbirds - Small, friendly women’s choir for experienced or new singers. Currently have vacancies for sopranos & altos. Meet Tues 10am-12 (term time)Bramcote Methodist Church, NG9 3HB. Just turn up or call Viv 01159 332677/viviennehavery@aol.com

Radcliffe-on-Trent MVC’s latest concert raised £1275 for Sutton on Trent Methodist Church. Their Singing Course has now finished, and certificates were presented to the 14 who successfully completed the course. Hopefully course members enjoyed themselves so much that they will join the choir.

In July they performed at St Mary’s, East Leake,with clarinet soloist, Matthew Glendenning. In 2015 Matt won a place on the London Symphony Orchestra Woodwind Academy, and became Nottingham Young Musician of the Year. He was Principal clarinet of the National Youth Orchestra of GB 2016.

Lace City Chorus, a 90-strong female barbershop choir based in Calverton, were crowned national champions after competing in the UK and Netherlands championships in Newcastle.

Glenn Chaney, director of Lace City Chorus, explained that he is delighted that the choir will now compete in the world championship in St Louis in Missouri.

For more details on the chorus please email: Glenn.chaney@ yahoo.co.uk or visit www.lacecitychorus.org

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The Macmillan Beyond Diagnosis Service, in partnership with Self Help UK, provides emotional and practical support to people affected by cancer in the Nottinghamshire area. The service has supported over 400 people and has recently recruited its 175th volunteer, on the eve of its two year anniversary.

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If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? Free listing for not-for-profit or a charity groups. Call us 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 UK 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 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 Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a 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

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.

Recovery from Separation & Divorce Course - 8 wk course starting soon for anyone struggling with the effects of relationship breakdown. City centre location. Call Judy/Phil on 0115 779 1315 or e: judy.collinge@gracechurchnottingham.org 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 Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work.

For free 1-2-1 appointments & training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: eve@frameworkha.org

Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE to people with terminal illness & their carers. For a few hours each week, trained volunteers will visit people in their homes offering companionship & support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or e: nottshelper@mariecurie.org.uk Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more info.

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

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

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 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

Take A Breather - for people with moderate to severe COPD. Every Tues 1pm-4pm at The Beacon, Birchfield Road, Arnold. Carers welcome. For more info call Rebecca on 0115 969 9060 or email: respiratory@rushcliffecvs.org.uk

Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Richard on 07968 951872.

MS Society - Nottingham & District Branch Drop-in meeting, 2nd Wed monthly at Brookfields Garden Centre, Mapperley Plains from 2pm - 3.30pm. We meet in the rear of the cafe. It’s an informal event with a friendly group of people affected by MS including carers & family. No charge, no need to book. Just turn up or contact Doug for more info: Tel: 0115 966 3582

Nottingham Breast Cancer Support Group - Meet on 3rd Tuesday of each month at Nottingham City Hospital

in the main waiting room at the Breast Institute from 7.30pm to 9.30pm. Our aim is to offer emotional, mutual and practical support to each other, partners, family and friends. For more info call Jackie Wheeler on 01949 20460.

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

Fibromyalgia - Support groups, workshops and group meetings. Contact Charlotte - 0115 9676 434 or 07961 025780.

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

NG5 Arnold - helping hand - group directory Carewatch in Nottingham - a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. Open weekdays from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers, bingo & party days. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gdns, off Woodborough Road, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959

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 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 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 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 Connecting Families - for family matters. We are passionate about parenting. Providing solutions through courses and personalised support. Contact Eileen Mignott for information on 07877 583529 or email: eileenmignott@connectingfamilies.co.uk Loss of someone to suicide? - Loss is a self help support group for those who have experienced the suicide of a family member or someone close. For more information call 0115 911 1661 (mon - fri 9am-1pm) or visit www.selfhelp.org.uk

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)

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

Contact the Elderly - are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Interested in volunteering? Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or pamela.walker@contact-the-elderly.org.uk for more info.

SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over drinking, drugs & other addictions. Peer-led meetings held in Notts on Thurs evenings & Sat mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www. smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Info Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: info@selfhelp.org.uk Arnold Methodist Church Mental Health Drop In Centre - befriending & support for sufferers of mental health problems & their carers. We also offer crafts, games, information, refreshments, pastoral support & signposting. Open every Friday from 11am-2pm at Arnold Methodist Church, 54 Front St, Arnold. A warm, sympathetic welcome assured.

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 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 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 Patisserie Valerie at 11am. For more info contact Sally on 07796 318046.

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.

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

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.

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.

Notts Peer to Peer Network - info for users of Mental Health services in Notts & their carers. Gateway Drop In, for mutual support, information, occasional outings and talks at St Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to 3.30pm. For more info email: mail@nottspeertopeernetwork.com or visit: www.nottspeertopeernetwork.com

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 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

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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@mysights.org.uk. We are at Arnold Library 10am-12noon on Monday 4 September.

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

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.

Kings Money Advice Centre - offers free, impartial debt advice. Please go to www.k-mac.org.uk or phone 0115 920 7399.

Parkinson’s, Wilsons Disease & Similar Conditions - Tues drop in from 1pm to 4pm at Arnold Labour Club, 79A High

St, Arnold. Relaxed, friendly environment. Play games, chat & make new friends. Free admission, buffet provided. For more info call Peter on 07782 113841 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 Claremont St, Nottingham. Mon 7pm - 8.30pm & Fri 7.30pm - 9pm. For more info call 020 7403 0888 or visit: www.al_anonuk.org.uk

Hard of Hearing/Deaf - Hard of Hearing Social Group (2nd and 4th Friday, 10am-2pm), Social Night (1st and 3rd Thursday, 7pm till late) and lip-reading classes (days and evening). For further details phone 0115 970 0516, text 07817275253, or email nds@nottsdeaf.org.uk

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Giving good vision and hearing in the community a helping hand The team at Specsavers in Arnold has been part of the community for more than 30 years, and is putting hearing and eye tests into focus as they show locals the importance of taking a holistic approach to health.

Holistic health check

When this happens, you don’t simply go deaf but it becomes more and more difficult to understand sounds clearly, particularly speech, and that can be even trickier if there is background sound.

champions of eye and ear health,’ says Claire.

‘We view education as an important factor in improving the quality of life of our customers.’

‘In social environments such as a pub or restaurant it can be much harder to hear what people are saying and this can become extremely frustrating as it can sound as though people are mumbling,’ explains Claire.

Alongside answering any queries and handing out goodie bags, the team will also be holding a raffle for a £250 voucher off hearing aids, with all proceeds going to Action on Hearing Loss, and a draw to win a free pair of single vision polarised designer glasses up to the value of £149, with proceeds donated to Dementia Friends.

It’s a common misconception that eye tests are simply a prescription check. A recent YouGov poll showed that 54% of people in the East Midlands avoiding the opticians are doing so because they think that their eyes either have nothing wrong with them, or their prescription hasn’t changed so there is no need to visit.

However, regular eye testing is not just a prescription check; it’s also an important part of any healthcare routine: ‘An eye test is a holistic health test and can help detect not only vision issues but also high blood pressure, high cholesterol, tumours, strokes, diabetes, autoimmune disorders and even multiple sclerosis,’ explains Arnold store director Claire Fletcher. ‘It is important to regularly attend every two years to ensure any sight issues or health conditions are detected early.’

While it’s important to keep up to date with changes in prescription, as we age our eyes also experience a decline – just as the rest of our body does. This makes them much more susceptible to several age-related diseases, including glaucoma, cataracts and age-related macular degeneration (AMD). An eye test can monitor any symptoms or conditions which can affect vision, and ensure that any problems are quickly picked up and referred to a specialist.

‘It’s worrying that 28% of people in the East Midlands area haven’t had an eye test in more than two years – we would recommend that everyone from the age of three has an eye test every two years and would like to encourage locals to book in with our friendly team in Arnold.’

Supporting hearing loss One in six adults in the UK experience some degree of hearing loss. For most people, hearing begins to deteriorate from the midthirties. It usually develops slowly over time and because of this you may not realise that it is getting worse. This is because the small, sensitive hair-like cells within the inner ear get worn out over the years.

‘Many people whose hearing has deteriorated in this way complain that they can hear but that they cannot hear clearly and often find themselves excluded from social conversations. Some may even begin to avoid groups or situations that in the past they have enjoyed. But there is no need to suffer in silence!’

Modern digital hearing aids are designed to identify and amplify speech sounds while suppressing background noise. With the right advice, practise and prescription most people find they can hear well again in most (if not all) situations. And as modern hearing aids work with residual hearing, the sooner action is taken, the better the results will be.

‘If you’re not sure whether you have a hearing problem, we can carry out a three-minute hearing check in store as a quick and easy way to find out,’ says Claire. ‘It’s free and you don’t need an appointment. If our audiologist thinks you would benefit from a full hearing test, that’s free too and you’ll be able to book an appointment for a time that suits you.’

A community effort For the team at Arnold, it’s important to ensure that this healthcare advice is passed on to the local community: ‘We are very proud to be an active member of the local community and

As such, the team will be taking part in the Arnold carnival on Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 June. Locals can spot the Specsavers ‘Big Ear’ out and about in the town, as well as visit members of the highly-qualified audiology and optical teams offering advice at the Arnold Specsavers stall.

‘We’d love to answer any questions you might have and talk about making your eye and ear health better for you,’ says Claire. ‘Just look out for our Specsavers Arnold banner to come and see what we have on offer!’

To find out more about the free talks, or to book an eye examination or hearing test, please contact your local store: Hucknall: 56 High Street, NG15 7AX, 01159 889 050, www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/hucknall Nottingham: 20 - 24 Wheelergate, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 2ND, 0115 958 8361, www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/nottingham Arnold: 37 Front Street, NG5 7EA, 0115 967 0856, www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/arnold Beeston: 4 The Square, Chilwell Road, NG9 1EF, 0115 951 8980, www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/beeston Bingham: 13 Eaton Place, Bingham, NG13 8BD, 01949 837808, www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/bingham Eastwood: 99 Nottingham Road, Eastwood, NG16 3AJ Ilkeston: 104 Bath Street, DE7 8FE, 0115 944 1401, www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/ilkeston Long Eaton: 4-6 High Street, NG10 1LN, 01159 460450, www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/longeaton West Bridgford: 25-27 Central Avenue, NG2 5GQ, 01159 694830, www.specsavers.co.uk/stores/westbridgford

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TAROSCOPES Air signs- Libra, Aquarius, Gemini (Seven of Coins, Page of Swords, Knight of Cups)

A new attitude will get you past this plateau.

Up to now you’ve been a cynical, wry observer of a situation which is causing an issue. You’ve not wanted to get stuck in, and have remained on the sidelines, detached and cool. But, unfortunately, things won’t change till you jump in. Do so with as much positivity as you can muster: make the job a game, make the task fun. A spoonful of sugar will help this medicine go down.

Fire signs- Leo, Aries, Sagittarius (Three of Coins, Page of Cups, Four of Swords)

Taking a time out will actually move you further faster.

Sometimes we can only go so far on our own, using our willpower and talents to propel us forwards. Now is a time to actually take a break, a time out from the fray. Do something silly and fun. Let your imagination take you on a playful adventure. And, you know what, it’s in this reverie that you’ll find crystal clarity about your next move.

Earth signs- Capricorn, Virgo, Taurus (Five of Swords, King of Wands, Nine of Wands)

This is the last stretch of a tough time; you’ve got this!

You face one last test in an area of life you’re already wearied by. Ongoing conflict has led you to believe this might lead to a hollow victory and you’re not wrong, so draw things to a conclusion swiftly and forget about who’s right or wrong. Be bold and take a risk to shut this sitch down. Enough’s enough.

Water signs- Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio

(Eight of Cups, Ten of Wands, Death) Leave behind something which has drained you; it’s time for a change.

You’ve taken on heavy burdens and carried them for a long time and, deep inside, you’re yearning to change course and move forwards lighter and brighter. You can! Follow this yearning, even if it means leaving something behind. A real, significant change is achievable by putting things down which have become too heavy.

Kerry Ward is a Nottingham based tarot reader, and Cosmopolitan magazine’s tarot expert, with over 20 years fortune telling experience, and many happy clients all over the world. You can book a personal, written reading, which comes as a beautifully illustrated brochure, at www.tarotbella.etsy.com or follow her at www.facebook.com/mytarotbella.

Kerry will be doing readings in person at The Tarot Van, in the courtyard of Nottingham Industrial Museum, from 12-3pm on Sunday 27th August and Sunday 24th September.

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Cleaning/Ironing Services Bright & Beautiful 26 Derwent Cleaning 45 Dustbusters 43 JWS Window Cleaning 26 Clinical Trials Quotient Clinical

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Computer Repairs/Sales Get It Fixed 98 Sola Computer Solutions 100 Counselling James Lickfold

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Dance & Theatre Schools Sarah Summers 13 Simply Dance 77 Start Dancin 74 Design & Print Nottingham Printing Print Toaster

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57 37

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