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An independent company not connected with any otherpublication or group. All material is copyright and should not bereproduced without permission. We have made every effort tomake sure any numbers on editorial or details that appear arecorrect, apologies if any are incorrect. The publishers do notaccept liability for any loss or damage caused by an error,inaccuracy or omission in the printing of an advertisement.Adverts are subject to the publisher’s terms and conditions,copies of which are available on request.

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10 gig guide

14 get your kit on

16 spring fashion

19 spring into action

26 100 not out

28 who’s new

30 horoscopes

32 sowing the seeds

38 at a glance

40 celebrations

44 noticeboard

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T he Nottingham Castle exhibition willfeature the character costumes ofRobin Hood, plus Lady Marion, Friar

Tuck, Little John, King Richard I and PrinceJohn. It will also feature other costumes, props,weaponry and behind-the-scenes artefactsfrom the movie.

It will provide an amazing chance to see upclose the original props, weaponry, set piecesand costumes from the film.

Sherwood Forest will be displaying othermemorabilia including a large wooden cartfrom the movie that you can sit in and watchbehind-the-scenes footage on large screens.

Academy Award® winner Russell Crowereunites with his blockbuster Gladiator director,filmmaking legend Ridley Scott, for the epicaction-adventure “Robin Hood.” Joining withOscar®-winning producer Brian Grazer,Oscar®-winning screenwriter Brian Helgelandand Oscar®-winning actress Cate Blanchett,they tell the story of the legendary figureknown by generations as “Robin Hood,” whoseexploits have endured in popular mythology

and ignited the imagination of those whoshare his spirit of adventure and righteousness.

In 13th century England, Robin and his bandof marauders confront corruption in a localvillage and challenge the crown to alter thebalance of power between the king and all ofhis subjects. And whether outlaw or hero, oneman from humble beginnings will become aneternal symbol of freedom for his people.

This official movie exhibition has been puttogether especially for Nottingham Castle andthe Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre by thefilm’s set designer, Sonja Klaus.

The Sheriff of Nottingham, Cllr Leon Unczursaid: “This is a really exciting time for the City.Not only Nottingham people, but visitors fromacross the world who come to pay homage tothe legends of Robin Hood and his Merry Menwill be able to join in the celebrations. With ahelping hand from a major Hollywood film, thespotlight is shining brightly on Nottingham andwe’ve got a unique opportunity to tell theworld about the other great things that makeNottingham the place it is.”

Universal Pictureshas teamed up withNottingham to bring an exclusiveexhibition of RobinHood, fromdirector RidleyScott, to our area.

The showpieceexhibition will be atNottingham Castleand SherwoodForest and willopen to the publicuntil the end ofOctober.

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To offer a fitting tribute to ourvery own legend in green,Nottingham City Council andNottinghamshire County Councilhave declared May Robin HoodMonth.An exciting programme of major

events will turn the back the clockin Nottingham and the widercounty, and with somethinghappening every day, the City andCounty will be transformed into amedieval kingdom. Highlightsinclude:

* Medieval re-enactments* Jousting* Archery* May Day parade led by

Robin Hood* Family fun days

City representatives are still intalks with Universal about otheropportunities that may comeNottingham’s way.

Nottingham Castle events include:

1 & 2 May ‘The Knights ofNottingham’ presents the ‘RobinHood Jousting Show’ - a spectaclefeaturing Robin Hood and hisMerry Men and the Sheriff ofNottingham. In combat on andoff horseback, come and see theirdeath defying skills!

Shows will be at 1pm and 3pmdaily, viewable on paying the Sheriff’s Tax from the Castle Green‘Jousting stand’. Numbers strictly limited per show.

8 May A Medieval Family Fun Day with have a go archery, tug ofwar, falconry shows, trebuchet demos and have a go jousting.‘Become a Knight for the Day’ will appeal to medieval enthusiasts ofall ages.

15-16 May ‘The Dogs of War’, the Castle’s resident medieval re-enactment group will be on site to talk about their deadly weaponsand life in the time of Robin Hood. Come and try a helmet for size -and see if you measure up as one of the King’s men.

The following day, a children’s theatre company will take childrenback to a medieval kingdom in a truly interactive theatre experienceat Nottingham Castle.

22 May Come and make some ‘Funky Armour’ with the Castle’sArmourers Kath and Pete. An ideal Saturday afternoon pastime forchildren 11 and under. Drop in between 11 and 1 or 2 and 4.

23 May A Medieval Family Fun Day with have a go archery, tug ofwar, falconry shows, trebuchet demos and have a go jousting.‘Become a Knight for the Day’ will appeal to medieval enthusiasts ofall ages.

27 May The Castle’s medieval collections and treasures are sosizeable that they can’t possibly be all on display, but now’s yourchance to explore the stores at Brewhouse Yard, with CollectionsManager Ann Inscker. Learn more about the period and why it’simportant that museums exist to care for such pieces.

29-31 May Regia Anglorum stage a Medieval Re-enactmentweekend depicting the late 12th Century - the life and times ofRobin Hood and will transform the Castle grounds into a medievalencampment. An educational but enjoyable opportunity for all.

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T he Air Ambulance is a rapid responseemergency craft covering 3,000square miles across Nottinghamshire

and Lincolnshire. Travelling at 154 mph it takesapproximately nineteen minutes to travel fromits base at RAF Waddington to the furthestpoint in either of the two counties. It isoperational every day of the week all yearround completing an average of three to fourmissions a day saving many lives across theregion.

The helicopter provides a fast, smooth,efficient journey to hospital, avoiding trafficjams and reaching accident sites which areoften inaccessible to land ambulances. A highproportion of “call outs” are to road trafficaccidents and they average at least five leisureactivity incidents a month.

Speed is essential in the battle to save life andlimb. The patient can be transported to hospitalwithin 7-12 minutes, well within the “GoldenHour” which gives the best possible chance ofmaking a full recovery. There are always twoparamedics on board who are trained tooffer specialised trauma treatmentMany residents of our counties live in isolat-

ed communities, often 45-60 minutes awayby road ambulance from the nearesthospital and have benefited on manyoccasions from the speed of the helicopter.

“We are one of only 18 Air AmbulanceCharities in the country and financially werely heavily on voluntary contributions withthe balance of our income coming from thevaried activities with which we are involved.To ensure that the air ambulance can contin-ue flying across both counties saving manylives each year we need to raise £1.5m eachyear”.

“Volunteers are especially valuable to thecharity. We are always happy to speak toanyone who can give of their time to help uswith our fundraising and this can be as littleor as much as they want it to be”.For further information contact: Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire Air Ambulance, Unit 2, Chase Park,Daleside Road, Nottingham, NG2 4GTTel: 0115 941 2255

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Attenborough man Richard Oakes isembarking on a twelve day bike rideacross the country from Lands End toJohn O’Groats.

Age 53, Richard is the senior partnerat Oakes Insurance Consultants in LongEaton. He is joined by his friends EddieIngram aged 48 who lives in Dumfriesand has similar cycling experience toRichard. Also joining them is JohnCrighton, although slightly older at 56he has toured west Scotland so hassome touring experience and will curbthe exuberance of youth!

Richard is raising money foranother of our local airambulance services theDerbyshire & Leicestershire Air Ambulance Service. Telephone or call in to OakesInsurance 0115 973 3343 todonate by card or cash. Or go tohttp://www.justgiving.com/richardoakesand donate online.

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We meet up with Nottinghamshire andLincolnshire Air Ambulance services and alocal man raising funds to help...

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Accessories are the way to makean outfit and you stand out - Choose bright colours toreflect yourhappy mood... Follow the

trend - notonly will itprotect you

from anySpring Breeze

- you’ll lookgood too!

Let it shine! Choosing the rightshades for you is a must to

make you look your best this Spring

Don’t forget the little ones.Dress in brightco-ordinated colours to reflect their energy!

Choosing the right outfit this Springwill give you

the boost youneed and bring the sunshine out in you

With the change in weather, it’s time to look at what’s in your

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‘In the 1970s Liz Luddy firstdiscovered a dress agency inNewark, loved the idea ofselling nearly-new clothesand accessories at genuinlyaffordable prices and wantedto develop the idea into astylish, guilt-free andenjoyable fashion experience.

In 1993 Liz and her husband Tom, coming from a design background,were able to create Renaissance’s impressive interior with its welcom-ing atmosphere where carefully selected fashions and accessories arepresented using colour co-ordination and extensive displays.

Mindful that customers often experience difficulty in finding whatthey want in dress agencies, there are separate areas for women’sfashion, men’s fashion and younger fashion, within which are sectionsfor designer labels, occasions wear, ‘extra’ fashion and even maternitywear.

Variety and the highest of standards are the watchwords forRenaissance. Items selected are displayed in the shop for just eightweeks, which means, of course, that stock is changing on a daily basis. With the onset of the recession, a record amount of sellers is resulting

in the best stock ever and featuring all the favourite labels such as PaulSmith, Hobbs, Jaeger, Karen Millen, Whistles, Ted Baker, Fat Face,Topshop, Zara. Radley, Kurt Geiger and many many more, all new ornearly new and in pristine condition! Check out the Renaissancewebsite to find out more.’Renaissance, 31 Wollaton Road,Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2NGTelephone: 0115 922 0653www.renaissancefashionagency.co.uk

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Belt up this Spring andBrighten up yourwardrobe

Hats off to a great new look -

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Award winning Martial Arts schoolParagon Black Belt Academyare opening a new partner school in thearea.

The new school will be located atBeeston Rylands Commuity Centre onLeyton Crescent. Paragon pride themselves on providing a well roundedmartial art of Modern Karate & Kickboxing with a focus on developingcharacter traits of Discipline, Focus, Confidence and Self Esteem (andmore), along with development of technical skills and fitness.Suitable For Everyone

With Paragon you can be sure you will be part of a quality programthat provides training inModern Karate andKickboxing for all from theage of five years old.Parents will be forgiven for

thinking that it’s all about thephysical skills. “However you may be

surprised to find we teach important lifeskills in the very core of the program along

with skills in dealing with issues such as bullying.Adults don’t needto miss out, we provide classes

for you too with a focus on Fitness and practical SelfDefence skills you’ll soon be in great shape”. Separate classes are also available just for the ladies, great

Fun, Fitness and female specific Self Protection are central to this program.It all starts in April on Tuesday 20th and Thursday 22nd withfree trials and open days. Go along and give it a go, meet

the team and have a chat. Places will be limited so be sure to book yours bycalling 0115 930 0090 today!

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Alderman White School & Language College celebrates success:The DCFS has recently confirmed that Alderman White School & LanguageCollege, part of the White Hills Federation of schools, has achieved one ofthe highest CVA scores in the county. This score measures the progress thatstudents make from the time they start at the school to the time they leave.The high score of 1018 puts Alderman White among the top 5 secondaryschools in Nottinghamshire. Helen Redford, Head of School at AldermanWhite comments that “as a small school, we feel we can offer our studentsa greater level of care and support. Being part of the White Hills Park

Federation of schools, we are also in a position to offer students a wider range of subjects in Key-Stage 4 .The federation sixth-form, BramcoteCollege, also has one of the highest CVA in the Broxtowe area indicating that our sixth-form students make very good progress”.

Alderman White is also playing a lead-role locally in the introduction of the new manufacturing diploma. Last year the school received an‘outstanding’ from OFSTED for its languages specialism, extended school provision and work with the wider community. The school is one of afew schools in the county where all Key Stage 4 students learn a foreign language and are therefore well-equipped for a more global future.The community-learning programme ranges from Martial Arts classes for primary pupils to ICT courses for adult learners, Mandarin classes foradult-learners and Family Italian.Alderman White School & Language College, Chilwell Lane, Beeston Nottingham NG9 3DU Telephone: 0115 917 0424.

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Stephenson College(Nottingham) has beenproviding high qualitycourses for Nottinghampeople for several years. TheCentre was opened in 2007by TV personality TommyWalsh and is a great place tolearn, with excellent facilities,

equipment and experienced and helpful staff.They offer a range of training courses to suit everyone, from

Apprenticeships to evening classes, for those that want to developa new skill to higher level Foundation Degrees in Business andConstruction Management.

Working with a number of local companies and organisationsincluding Nottingham City Homes, Nottingham City Council,Mansfield District Council, Bolsover Council, Derby City Council,Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire County Councils and NorthMidland Construction. They are totally student focused and here tohelp you succeed.

Here’s a few examples of what the students say….. “The College has made me feel very welcome and is agreat place to Learn” comments Paul Meek, PlumbingTechnical Certificate. “I find the staff very helpful andsupportive. The Classrooms and workshops are good,the IT facilities are excellent” says Gareth Stout,Carpentry & Joinery Level 2. “Stephenson CollegeNottingham is a great college with excellent staff andfacilities. I would recommend them to anyone” ChrisMoran, Plumbing Technical Certificate

To find out more please call 0115 955 7670ext 415 or mbradbury@stephensoncoll.ac.uk.Stephenson College, Oak House, 8 EasterPark, Lenton Lane, Nottingham NG7 2PXwww.stephensoncoll.ac.uk

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It can be a difficult time, makingimportant decisions about yourchild’s future. Will my daughtercope in a huge school? Will shedisappear in large classes?There is a real alternative. Someparents have never even consid-ered private education; maybeit is time for you to have a look

at a school which helps girls develop their individual strengths andabilities.

“Hollygirt School takes girls of all abilities, not just high fliers. Girls areassessed before they join, so that their educational needs can be met,wherever they are in terms of their ability. In 2009, 92% of Hollygirt girlsachieved 5 or more GCSE A* - C grades (including Maths and English),compared to 47% in Nottinghamshire. However, our girls are not statis-tics. They all make excellent progress and we are proud of their achieve-ments at whatever level. It is the unique environment of a girls’ schoolwith small classes, where everyone knows each other and teachers havethe time to get the best out of each child that really works. Everyone isstretched and girls with difficulties achieve more than they thoughtpossible”.Entry to Hollygirt can be at any time, not just the start of a school year.

Most new girls join without knowing other pupils, but soon makefriends in the warm and homely atmosphere. The quality of care wasrated as outstanding in the school’s last inspection in 2008.

Go along to their next open day on Thursday 13th May with sessions at 11am and 2pm. If youcan’t make it, call them to call in for achat and a look around. Holygirt School, Elm Avenue,Nottingham NG3 1GFTel: 0115 958 0596www.hollygirt.co.uk

Chimera games storessell everything fromtraditional/latest releaseboard games, to collecta-ble card, war androleplaying games. Theyalso stock an extensiverange of americancomics, plus graphicnovels and manga.

Chimera provide andspecialise in organisedplay for many games,including: Pokemon, Yu-Gi-Oh!, Magic the

Gathering, World of Warcraft, Dungeons and Dragons plusWarhammer and 40K. They run a variety of games every evening from16:30-22:00. If you’re unsure how to play, just drop them a line and they’ll help you

out. Special events run throughout the year, so keep your eye on theircalendar for details of qualifier tournaments and exclusive game days.

Chimera, for all your collectable needs, from the latest crazes to theclassics.

Visit Chimera at 105 High Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2LH, Tel: 0115 922 9880e-mail: chimeraccgbeeston@googlemail.com www.chimeraccg.co.uk

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Marcia Jones School of Dance has been est. in Beeston and outlining area for over 15 years, providingexcellent dance tuition in many disciplines – Ballet, Tap, Modern Theatre, Jazz, Disco, Singing and Drama.

From aspiring teenagers training to enter performance colleges to tots baby ballet and tap. Dance is anactivity were children make new friends in a fun safe friendly environment, it is all available at Marcia’s. The Marcia Jones School continues to achieve excellent I.S.T.D grades for the pupil’s exam work with 100%

pass rate and is continuing to go from strength to strength as a centre of excellence in Performing Arts.In the Theatre Royal Panto ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ Marcia’s pupils once again provided the ‘Ah Factor’,

proving excellent ambassadors for the school. Previous productions at the TheatreRoyal include ‘Annie’, ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’, ‘Joseph’ and numerous Pantomimeappearances.

The School Dance show is once again to be held at the Royal Concert Hall– November 2010. Tickets on sale at the Concert Hall box office.Marcia Jones School of Dance, The Studio, Cyprus Avenue, Beeston. Tel: 0115 922 6499

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When choosing a Day nursery it is important to find somewhere thatprovides a safe, Healthy and stimulating environment.Young Rascals provides all of these whilst encouraging and helping yourchild to understand the importance of friendships, self esteem, trust andconfidence.

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Over the past four and a halfyears Artworks has developed animpressive reputation for highquality picture framing andprogrammes of challengingclasses and workshops in avariety of media ranging frombeautiful book making to stainedglass appliqué, stunning cardmaking to silver smithing,

drawing and painting to mixed media work.Whatever your art/craft interests Artworks provides something for

everyone and, for the first time this Summer (during school holidays)there will be a craft programme for children. Please register your interest as soon as possible by ringing the shopor popping in.

Exhibiting and or selling local artists’ work has become animportant part of what Artworks is about.

Drawn and painted pieces, photography, jewellery, metal work andwoodwork can all be found on a regular basis at Artworks whereaffordable gifts are always in evidence. 86-88 Chilwell Road BeestonTelephone: 0115 922 3743web: www.artworks-ltd.co.ukemail: info@artworks-ltd.co.uk

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If you are interested in tennis, Attenborough Tennis Club offers youthe opportunity to come and learn and practise in a uniquepicturesque environment. Starting Tuesday 13th April, Pay and Play sessions are for anyone from

18 years of age who is looking to get started, or to just help you findyour way back to tennis. It also serves as a gateway to experienceplaying at the Club especially if you are looking to join. “Our experienced Club Coach can help you to progress your skills withcoaching, drills and organised social play. Many players have developedinto successful match players or just competent social players”.

It's just £6 per person. There is no need tobook a place, just turn up. Sessions take placefrom 6.30 - 8pm every Tuesday eveningNo need to book a place, just turn up.

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Pioneering personalities fromNottinghamshire’spast, feature in ‘A Hundred YearsAgo’, a new bookwhich explores theearliest days ofGirlguiding in the

county.

Writtenby localhistori-

an Rowena Edlin-White,‘A Hundred YearsAgo’ adds anotherdimension to theactivities currentlyunderway inNottinghamshire tocelebrate the

centenary of Girlguiding UK. ‘It would makea great memento for anyone connected withus during this special year,’ reflects Dee Miles,County Commissioner of GirlguidingNottinghamshire. ‘The book shows whatenergy and drive these inspirational womenmust have had to establish Guiding inNottinghamshire a century ago, a drivewhich is matched by the enthusiasm that somany girls and young women still have forGuiding today.’

Author Rowena – who confesses that,whilst she was certainly a Brownie in the1950s, she never quite made it to Guides –was asked to write the book following herstudies of Nottingham women of theVictorian and Edwardian eras. She admitsshe was not surprised at encountering somany familiar names during her research forthe new book. ‘Local women like Lady MaudRolleston, who was one of Nottingham’s firstwomen magistrates and Guide Commissionerfor South-West Notts from 1928, crop up inall sorts of contexts,’ Rowena explains. ‘Theywere obviously the real movers and shakersof their day!’

Other key characters highlighted in thebook include Agnes Maude Andrews,Superintendent of the YWCA Institute in1905 and leader of the first Guide Companyto be formed in Nottingham, Lady SibellPierrepont, who was County Commissionerfrom 1916, and the Duchess of Portland

Winifred Cavendish-Bentinck, who becamethe first County president in 1916 and heldthe post until her death in 1954. Many of theearly Guides and Guiders have families still inthe area: Minnie Trease, for example, wholed the 11th Nottingham All Saints unit forover 30 years from 1917 and who has aplaque in the local church commemoratingher long service, has descendants whocontinue to run the family business - WeaversWine & Spirit Merchants - in Nottinghamtoday.

The book looks at Guiding’s first 21 years inNottinghamshire and Rowena’s researcheshave untangled some of the mysterysurrounding the formation of the county’svery first Guide company. This was ‘almostcertainly’ started at the YWCA Institute inLong Row in 1911, and early photographs,documents and newspaper cuttings showthat the movement quickly flourished acrossthe county. Anyone with more recollectionsor souvenirs of pre-war Guiding is invited tocontact the archive office at GirlguidingNottinghamshire headquarters in Carlton.

‘A Hundred Years Ago: The Beginnings ofGirl Guiding in Nottinghamshire’ by RowenaEdlin-White is published by Smallprint forGirlguiding Nottinghamshire with assistancefrom the Jessie Spencer Trust.

Copies (£5) are available from localbooksellers, through www.nottinghambooks.co.uk or by contacting Girlguiding Nottinghamshire, 16-18 Burton Road, Carlton NG4 3DF Telephone 0115 987 7220 or e-mailsecretary@girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk

For details on Girlguiding opportunitieswithin Nottinghamshire today, visitwww.girlguidingnottinghamshire.org.uk

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From her late teens Kim has always struggled to control her weight. Formany years she has tried every diet on the market, only to result in yo-yo dietingand ending up putting more weight than when she started.Realising that for her health’s sake she had to do something about it. Kim joined

a local slimming club and set about on her journey that would change her life forever in more ways than one. Not only did Kim start to lose weight but shedecided to become a weight loss consultant. She took to this role like a duck towater and soon became very successful as a weight loss consultant. In 2009 Kim decided she wanted more than being a weight loss consultant, she

wanted to learn more about food, nutrition and healthy eating, and furthermore to run her own healthy eating and weight loss business. Kim knows all towell about the practicalities of running her own business as she is already owns asuccessful mobile hairdressing business. She studied very hard on a diet andnutrition course to become a Nutrition Advisor, and in February 2010 all the hardwork paid off as she became a fully qualified Nutrition Advisor.

So with experience and qualifications in place Kim has started her new weight loss and healthy eatingclasses called ‘The Health Weigh’ which start on Tuesday April 13th at Chilwell Memorial Hall. There willbe three classes every Tuesday 9.30-11am 12.30-2pm and 5.30-7pm

Kim says “I am very excited about this new venture, I feel very passionate about helping people withweight problems, and with obesity hitting an all time high I feel that there is a lot of people out there thatneed my help. After all, I know how difficult it is to lose weight and to keep it off. Most people needmotivation and a lot of support and they will certainly get that from me. I also remember how difficult itwas to be able to afford slimming classes each week, especially in today’s financial climate so at £2.50 perweek with no joining fee, I think everyone will agree its a very reasonable and affordable price.

Why not join Kim at her class or telephone 07792 314 869 for more details

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Phil was born in Nottingham and has lived in the Derby/Nottingham area all his life. He is a proud husband and father of two lovely young boys.Phil started his working life at Plessey as an apprentice and qualified as an Electronics and Telecommunications engineer. He then moved into the IT industry,

and has been working for the last twenty years for numerous small and large organisations including Nottinghamshire County Council, Volvo and Bombardier.He has also fully qualified as a Novell and Microsoft Engineer with numerous certifications.

“I’ve always been regarded by my family and friends as a bit of a ‘Whizz Kid’ and I am always being asked to setup their TV’s, VCR’s, printers, computers,internet, in fact - pretty much anything with a plug on or batteries! So I decided, why not turn my skills and experience into a full-time business of my own”.Phil wishes to establish and grow a local, friendly and honest business, sharing his expertise with new customers at a fair and reasonable price. He believes it

is important that his new business also tries to cater for the elderly and local student population and offers a generous 10% discount. “I want to help anybody having problems with any piece of technical equipment in their home. Typically, this could be a problem with their computer or they

need help installing and setting up a new piece of electronic equipment they have recently purchased i.e. HD/TV, Wi-Fi, PVR, Freeview, Freesat, DVD, Blu-Ray,Sky, Virgin etc How often do you hear someone say that they hate so many messy wires everywhere and they can’t work out where they all go? Or they haveread the instructions and are still totally confused. Listening to my customers needs, being patient and able to communicate with them at their level of techni-cal understanding are my key strengths. It is important not to blind anybody with science and technical jargon”!

If you would like the expertise of a ‘Whizz Kid’ or need some advice call Phil on 07595 263 878

Charlotte Kenyon is atwenty-three year oldmobile beauty and holistictherapist from LongEaton, Nottingham. Shehas been in the industryfor six years and hasworked in salons andprogressed to bemanager.

“I am now ready for achange and a challenge!” explains Charlotte.Having qualified in NVQ Level 2 and 3 BeautyTherapy and with a VTCT Holistic Diplomameans Charlotte is able to perform facials,massage, and reflexology, make up applica-tion, waxing, lash and brow tinting, electroly-sis, manicures and pedicures.

The products used are Calgel natural nailoverlays and Nailtiques therapeutic nail andfoot care products. “I also use Neal’s YardRemedies facial products and I am the mainconsultant and practitioner in the Midlands”.

“I am also an experienced make-up artist, soif you have a special occasion, why not giveme a call? I do wedding make up, includingbridesmaids and mothers. This will include atrial session so you can be confident you willlook wonderful. I am professional andaffordable with you as a client always beingthe focus of my attention. My treatments arespecially designed to suit your needs andrequirements”.

Charlotte will bring all the correctequipment and products needed to yourhome, so you can relax and enjoy yourself.Why not spoil yourself and book atreatment? Call Charlotte on 07977 244 717 or Email: beautolistic@yahoo.co.uk

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HOROSCOPES THE MONTH AHEAD

By ANNE HARBOUR Dip.Hyp. HPD. MNCH - Clinical Hypnotherapist HPD.Member of the National Council for Hypnotherapy (MNCH)

Telephone: 07845 405835

ARIES [21st March-20th April]With a busy month in front of youand a positive outlook on life ingeneral, April produces somewelcoming changes which most ofyou feel are long overdue. Puttingthoughts and ideas into action, midmonth becomes quite exciting, with aview of a more contented life in thefuture. You visit places dear, withmany memories held tight. No longerdo you make yourself available tothose who take advantage. Insteadyou find the means to healing somearea of your life, which has beenneglected.

TAURUS [21ST April-21st May]After being put through the mill withemotions recently you take advicefrom a loved one putting the pastbehind you but making sure you missout on nothing to which you areentitled. With plenty of places to visitand people to meet the month infront of you supplies you with somepleasant and positive opportunitiesto get into gear regarding unfinishedbusiness. Taking some time out foryourself assists in helping you getback to normal as well as lookingforward to a more happy and relaxedmonth

GEMINI [22nd May-21st June]Solving one problem gets under wayand by discovering the source has oneor two people in fits of laughter.Romance and travelling go togetherand bring many a happy hourespecially when diverted to anotherplace at another time. Anyunresolved issues are dealt with,easing unnecessary tension outside ofthe home. Having been hurt in thepast you have no intention of arepeat performance therefore do notgive in to temptation. Strong andenthusiastic you succeed whereothers have failed to deliver.

CANCER [22ND June-21stJuly]One minute your on top of the worldnext you feel as if you have no energy.On realising the cause you quicklycorrect matters putting yournewfound energy into helping othersin a more controlled manner. Withyour confidence getting a boost yousoon realise your potential and getthings moving quickly into thedirection of which you wish to go.Treating yourself to that somethingspecial gives you the incentive tomake the most of long awaitedopportunities. Finances get a boostend of the month.

LEO [22nd July-21st August]At some stage during April and aftera busy week or so you are able to sitback and take stock of all that hasbeen achieved. Listening to no oneyou go your own way in one respecttaking on new and excitingchallenges. Any decisions regardingthe home are made with loved onesin mind bringing an end to onesolution. Getting rid of the old andbringing in the new brings satisfac-tion all round. Family matters becomeimportant when a younger memberof the family makes firm changes intheir life.

VIRGO [22ND August-21stSeptember]Accepting and letting go becomesthe key to a happy outcome. Feelingmore yourself and settled over smallmatters of concern to you, you adaptto a different approach with thosewho surround you, giving nothingaway. Standing your ground andgiving support to another goes downwell with a person outside the home.Loved ones are full of pleasant surpris-es and are happy to go along withnew and bright ideas concerning thehome. A family get together becomesthe topic of much conversation.

LIBRA [22ND September-21stOctober]Love in the air April becomesmemorable for many. With lots to doand little time to achieve your goals youtake the first part of the month oneday at a time. After then you feel muchmore content that matters outside thehome are dealt with correctly. Puttingyourself in somebody else’s shoes savesthe day when another can’t bebothered. Money owing is likely to bepaid back sooner rather than later.Mislaying of important documentslikely when occupied with friends orfamily for the evening.

SCORPIO [22ND October-21stNovember]Facing up to certain situations andreleasing any emotional ties helps youmove on in a positive and fulfillingway. You become more aware ofwhat the future holds for you longterm and are happy to go along witha friend’s point of view. By taking upinvitations to travel you succeed inputting together a plan of actionwhich propels you further into achiev-ing certain goals by the end if theyear. Needing a break of some kindyou stay where you feel comfortablerekindling one particular friendship.

SAGITTARIUS [22ndNovember-21st December]You discover April to be a monthwhere you can make certain changeswithin your personal and working life.Mid month and after seeing theextent of some ones behaviour youchange tactics, giving then an insightinto what you are not prepared todeal with anymore. By supportingthose you love and closing ranks youbecome much stronger and focusedon what is important not only in yourlife but those around you. Happy andcontent with the way the month hasended you enjoy time with family.

CAPRICORN [22NDDecember-21st January]Romantic moments and making upfor lost time gives you that boostneeded to revive what you thoughthad been lost. Taking life in yourstride helps a person come to termswith saying goodbye to another. Withan outlook on changing directionregarding work you make sure youwould miss out on nothing should thechanges take place sooner ratherthan later. Having more energy andthe confidence to go ahead regardingcertain ideas for the home you enjoylong enthusiastic discussions.

AQUARIUS [22nd January-21st February]Busy as ever and with hardly any timeto spare during April you organise thefirst week in which you are able tovisit family and friends. Any tensionmounting from overwork is soonrecognised and dealt with quicklywith beneficial gains following.Creative abilities come to light wheninvited to an evening out to visit loyalfriends. Standing your ground over asensitive matter you feel better whengiving your point of view, clearing anymisunderstandings up. End of monthits feet up and relax at last.

PISCES [22ND February-20thMarch]Taking stock of all what you havedone recently puts light to how muchyou have achieved over the last fewweeks or months. Giving yourself apat on the back you make plans for awell-earned break. Family mattersbecome important around the 24thto the 26th when news arrives of abirth, marriage or a long awaitedhomecoming. Making sure importantdocuments are checked and kept upto date takes a little time but wellworth the effort. Happy to help outyou make new and lasting friends.

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B road-leaved cannas,hostas, deep orangedahlias, fiery crocos-

mias and tender bulbs such asgloriosa will all add heat to the scene, whileplants of architectural interest such as Fatsiajaponica, palms, cordyline and phormium canall add to that tropical feel.

Put sun-loving palms and succulents in thehottest spots, and position shade-tolerantplants, such as hostas, beneath the canopiesof large-leaved plants.

It will be too late now to grow your tropicalspecimens from scratch, but you'll be able tofind them in garden centres and nurseries.Remember, though, that some of your plantssuch as cannas and bananas are tender andwill need extra care to overwinter them.Tropical styles tend to look best in urbansituations and work well with modernfurniture and accessories.

Remember, with exotic schemes theemphasis is on the bold plants, not the pots.So don't use elaborate, brightly-coloured potsfor an exotic effect, and avoid anything greenin the background, such as a lawn, so that all

the leaves are clearly visible.Good backdrops include: Trachycarpus

wagnerianus, a neater version of the Chusanpalm ('T. fortunei'), with smaller, stiffer leaves,able to withstand a windy sight; orChamaerops humilis, a slow-growing dwarffan palm which comes from southern Europebut is happy in colder areas.

Tropical scenes need careful, sparing use ofreally vibrant colour. Red hot pokers(Kniphofia), ginger lilies (Hedychium) andcannas can provide this.

Good varieties include 'C. striata', which has45cm (18in) paddle-shaped, green and yellowstriped leaves and produces sizzling orangeflowers in midsummer. The rich orange flowersand variegated leaves of 'C. pretoria' create anexotic feel and another good choice is 'C.president', which produces scarlet blooms, orthe golden yellow 'King Midas'. Cannas needloads of humus in the soil and do well in largepots in a sheltered, sunny spot.

Alternatively, go for small pots of sizzlingscarlet geraniums placed in front of the largerfoliage plants. �

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Vibrant ornamental grasses can also beused in tropical schemes such as Imperatacylindrica 'Rubra', which makes a clump ofbright green leaves whose tips turn bloodred and then the rest of the leaves followsuit, reddening almost to the base. Fluffysilvery-white flowers appear late in thesummer. This one needs fertile, moist soilrich in humus and should be placed in fullsun or part shade. You'll need to mulch it inwinter if it is to survive.

Try to keep each pot reasonably simple,giving stand-alone space to foliagespecimens such as hostas and palms. Placeyour architectural plants such as cannas,cordylines or phormiums in the middle ofthe pot and fill the gaps in front with smallerflowering plants to complement.

Then, on those hot summer days whenyou're sitting on your patio, you'll feel likeyou could be a million miles away.

Best of the bunch - LupinNo mixed border should be without lupins,with their impressive spires of flowers in avariety of colours. There are many varietiesof Russell Hybrids - tall ones to stick towardsthe back of the border, or smaller types tobe used as fillers. They are easy to growfrom seed and will thrive in sun or partialshade, flowering in June, but protect youngplants from slugs, which love them. Thebigger types will need staking in exposedgardens in rich soil. Deadhead them oncethey have flowered to encourage a secondflush of flowers.

Lupins have a relatively short floweringperiod, so plant the tall ones at the back ofthe border with Japanese anemones to hidethe fading foliage. Smaller varieties, such as'Gallery Series', can be planted betweenshrubs and evergreen ground cover. Goodtall varieties include the Band of Noblesseries, while if you want a dwarf variety lookout for 'Gallery Series' and 'Lulu', both ofwhich are a mixture of colours.

Good enough to eat - Keep peas pest-freeIf your peas are in flower now, they are atrisk from pea moth, which lays its eggs onpea flowers in June and July. You won'tnotice them until you open the pods to startshelling your peas and find that one or moreof them have been attacked by a smallwhite grub, which is usually still inside thepod. To avoid pea moth, make early sowingsof peas which flower in May and early June,or later sowings which flower after July.Alternatively, grow mangetout, which ispicked before the peas have developed.Pea and bean weevils can also be a problemearlier on in spring, nibbling notches out ofyoung leaves, however they don't generallycause serious harm and will not needcontrolling.

If you have gaps in your rows of peas itmay be due to mice. Start peas off in pots orsow extra seeds to fill the gaps later.

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Appletree Joinery would like to offer a bigthank you to all the customers in andaround Beeston that have supportedthem through their first year in business. Ithas certainly been an eventful year and anenjoyable one. In which they have fittednumerous kitchens, hung doors andgarden gates, fitted laminate floors andmetres of skirting board.

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Please include any photographsDeadline for May 2010 Issue is 19th April 2010

Each month we feature whats on in YOUR area and bring you upto date withthe latest achievements and events of local people and groups. Why not send usyour information - if you are a non-profit making organisation and you or your group haveachieved something you’d like to share with our thousands of readers in our area or you’d liketo let readers know about an event your group is holding, then send your information to:

NOTICEBOARD, Breeze Magazine, 156C High Road, Beeston, Nottingham, NG9 2LNor email: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk

On Saturday 24th April Beeston and Toton Sycamore Cricket Club will be holdinga charity club day at the Manor ground in Toton and then moving

on for evening refreshments in The Manor Bar & Restaurant. Theday’s events will be starting around 12.30pm.

The cricket being played will be a Twenty-20 tournament betweenall club members in attendance and during the day we will also beraising money for the St Giles Hospice in Lichfield.The St Giles Hospice provided excellent care during the illness of long

time club member Pete Gawthorpe’s father, John, as well as provid-ing a lot of support for his mother, Colleen.

Pete along with wife Ruth, son Tom and many friends and family are undertaking a two-weeksponsored trek along the Wainwright Coast-to-Coast walk. The youngest member of the walkingpartly will be 9 month old Evie Marples (in her dads’ rucksack!); the eldest being Colleen and ofcourse a lady’s age is never mentioned.This walk is 192 miles (or possibly as far as 220 miles!) along a mostly unsignposted long distancefootpath in Northern England. It was devised by Alfred Wainwright and passes through threeNational Parks – the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North York Moors. It extends fromthe Irish Sea at St Bees to the North Sea at Robin Hood’s Bay.

Anybody who would like to support this tremendous cause can do so by either coming to theclub day on 24th April or by going to the following JustGiving page –www.justgiving.com/John-GawthorpePete and Ruth will also be keeping an up to date blog during the walk.

Pot N Kettle in Beeston are holding a massive two weekEaster Charity Event10% of all sales taken throughout the Easter Holidaysupto the 11th April will be donated to the NSPCC, TheNational Society for the Prevention of Cruelty toChildren a charity campaigning and working in childprotection and The Behcets Syndrome Society - a charityto help much needed research of a chronic conditioncaused by disturbances in the body’s immune system.As well as Pottery painting they will be offering charity

face painting on some days, a free competition to win alarge pottery bunny to paint, a prize draw to win anEaster hamper, Easter cakes will be on sale and a freechocolate egg for all children painting. No need to book, please join in the fun andhelp them raise as much money as possiblefor these two deserving charities! 115 High Road, Beeston Telephone: 0115 922 8029

Wednesday, 21st April 7.30 pm Kiev Singers are in concert at Chilwell Road Methodist Church, Beeston. LevgenSafronchyk (tenor), Larysa Deordieva (organ/piano) and Olga Marchenko (soprano and bandura). Ukrainian and European

Church Music and Folk Songs Tickets £5 (£4 in advance), Student/Child £2 are available from the church office - 0115 9431164Saturday, May 1st 4.30 pm ‘Handful of Henna’ performed by Rasa Theatre at Chilwell Road Methodist Church, Beeston is for everyoneaged 7+. Tickets £4.50, Group of 10 £4.00 each, are available from the church office - 0115 9431164.

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The Nottingham & Notts branch of theRSPCA will be holding its 38th annualSponsored Dog Walk, Dog Show andFun Day on Sunday, 23rd May, atWollaton Park from 9:30am to 4:30pm.The branch is looking to top last year’s

amazing event that raised over£12,000 for the charity –despite torrential rain showers.Come and join us for pooches,people and fun!If you’re a

dog owner,pleasesupport theRSPCA bytaking part inthe sponsoredwalk. Walkwith your dogon your ownor withfriends – it’s not a race so takeyour time. You could win anRSPCA trophy if you raise the

most sponsorship money in your category (adult,junior or group). Trophies will also be awardedfor second and third places. Just call thebranch on 0115 978 4965 today for fulldetails of the walk and to get your sponsorform.

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Beeston's own Hope CommunityGospel Choir is performing on

Friday 23rd April, 7:30pm, at theChilwell Road Methodists' church inaid of the Parish Pantry. The choir has

been running for over two years and is made up oflocal people - anyone is welcome to sing with them.The Parish Pantry is a local initiative which supportshomeless people in Beeston and Chilwell. The gigwill be a lively and entertaining evening of contem-porary and trad. gospel music, suitable for all ages. Tickets can be reserved online atwww.hcgconline.com and will be availablefrom the Methodist Church, £6 for adults,£4 for under-16s. Go along, have a great nightout and when you've heard them sing, join them,every Wednesday at the Pearson Centre!

Over 200 jars ofdelicious, homemadeproduce including jams,jellies, marmalades,pickles and chutneyswill be on sale in aid ofAll Saints’ Church,

Sawley at a Spring Craft Fair to be held onSaturday 17th April in Attenborough VillageHall, between 10.00am and midday.

In addition, the ladies of the Attenborough SewingCircle will have an abundance of high quality cushionsand items of household linen such as aprons, ovengloves, tea cosies and shopping bags all expertly madein aid of St. Mary’s Church, Attenborough.

A total of twenty local craft stalls will be presentincluding handmade cards, jewellery, knitted toys,cakes, pottery, painting, plants, walking sticks andmore!

Admission is 20p and there will be refreshmentsavailable to purchase throughout the morning. So,whether you’re looking for something for yourself ora special gift, this really promises to be an event not tobe missed.

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£715 was raised for the Rainbow Children's Hospiceafter a good result with a ‘Grease’ fundraiserorganised in part by Penny Johnstone.Hiring the cinema at Long Eaton, the group charged

everyone £12 a ticket, which covered the cinema hire,lucky ticket draw and a drink after the film. They alsolaid on lasagne and french bread afterwards so it wasa great social event as well. They also ran a rafflewhich contributed to the total raised.

The cinema at Long Eaton has just been refurbishedand makes an ideal venue for an event like this saysthe group. In February they ‘did’ Mama Mia andraised sponsorship from local shops as well which meant they were able to give TreetopsHospice £1120.“We all had loads of fun dressing up for both films, and we sang along and danced in theaisles to the superb scores - a good time was had by all!” This is a great venue for an event like this - any group of people could run something like it -- just needs someone with a bit of get-up-and-go to co-ordinate it!

St Mary’s Church, Attenborough has another programme ofPrayer Walks for 2010. The aim of the walks is to allow thebeauty of our surroundings on the Attenborough Nature

Reserve to help in prayer. The first walk will be onSaturday 17th April. Each walk lasts for about an hour

and a quarter and begins with a short introduction in churchbefore they set off around the Nature Reserve. On the return,

tea and coffee will be available in the church vestry (take apicnic if you want to stay a little longer).

For a full list of dates or more information contactDavid Bignell or

Email: outreach@attenboroughchurch.org.ukTel. 0115 925 0060

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