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index / list of advertisers 94

free time 84

kids 61

home and garden 12

kids diary 66,67

crossword puzzle 24

useful information 92puzzle solutions 92

eat, drink & be merry 8recipe page 8

business, IT & finance 71

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Chilli Chicken Enchiladas4 large flour tortilla wrapsFor the filling2 tbsp olive oil400g chicken breast - sliced into strips1 red pepper - sliced1 onion - halved & sliced2 garlic cloves - finely chopped2 red chillies - finely choppedsalt & pepperFor the sauce5 tbsp passata1 tbsp white wine vinegar2 tbsp oyster sauce2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce2 tsp sugar1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp oreganotabasco sauce to tastesalt & pepper

It’s a Wrap!At around £1 for a pack of 8, wraps are a regular on my shopping list. As well as an alternative to bread for pack-ups they can be used for some delicious hot family meals and snacks. Here are some of my kids favourites...

Chorizo & Cheese Quesadillas4 large flour tortilla wraps2 tbsp olive oilFor the filling2 tbsp tomato ketchup150g grated red leicester cheese16 slices chorizoMethodSpread the ketchup over two of the wraps, place 8 slices of chorizo on top and cover both wraps with cheese, then place the other wrap on top so you have two large round sandwiches. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large non stick frying pan, when hot, add one of the quesadillas. Fry for a couple of minutes til golden, using a fish slice flip and fry for a couple of mins on the other side. Add the other tbsp oil and repeat with the other quesadilla. Remove, slice and enjoy!

SamosasMaking samosas out of flour tortillas couldn’t be easier. The 7” size works best. A pack of 10 wraps will make 20 samosas.Before you start, make some glue out of 1tbsp flour mixed with 2tbsp water. Use this to stick the edges down. When you are ready warm the wraps up for 10 secs in the microwave (2 at a time is fine). When pliable - cut each in half. Using your finger put some glue down the flat side and wrap into a cone shape. Press the seam to make sure they are stuck. Spoon in your favourite filling leaving enough room at the top to seal with the glue.Now you can brush with oil and bake on a tray in the oven (200˚C) for 10 mins. Or you can shallow fry for a couple of minutes each side until golden brown.There are loads of different fillings you could use: traditional spicy potato and pea, beans and cheese, spicy rice and mince, even chocolate buttons and sliced banana!!

For the topping150g cheddar - grated2 tbsp sour cream (optional)MethodHeat oven to 180°C. Grease a square oven proof dish. Make the filling first. Heat the oil in a large pan, cook chicken, remove with slotted spoon & place to one side. Fry peppers, onion, garlic & chillies until just cooked (add more oil if necessary). Put chicken back into the pan and season to taste. Now make the sauce. Add all ingredients to a small saucepan and heat gently for 10 mins. Check seasoning and adjust accordingly. Now to put it all together...add 3 tbsp of sauce to the chilli chicken mix, spread 2 tbsp of sauce on the bottom of the dish. Warm the tortillas up to make them easier to handle. Split the filling between the 4 wraps. Place the filling in the middle of the wrap, sprinke a bit of cheese on, tuck the sides in and roll up. Place the four wraps in the oven proof dish. Use the rest of the sauce to cover the wraps, dot the sour cream over and sprinkle with the cheese. Bake for 20 mins until golden and sizzling.

Chilli Chicken Enchiladas4 large flour tortilla wrapsFor the filling2 tbsp olive oil400g chicken breast - sliced into strips1 red pepper - sliced1 onion - halved & sliced2 garlic cloves - finely chopped2 red chillies - finely choppedsalt & pepperFor the sauce5 tbsp passata1 tbsp white wine vinegar2 tbsp oyster sauce2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce2 tsp sugar1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp oreganotabasco sauce to tastesalt & pepper

It’s a Wrap!At around £1 for a pack of 8, wraps are a regular on my shopping list. As well as an alternative to bread for pack-ups they can be used for some delicious hot family meals and snacks. Here are some of my kids favourites...

Chorizo & Cheese Quesadillas4 large flour tortilla wraps2 tbsp olive oilFor the filling2 tbsp tomato ketchup150g grated red leicester cheese16 slices chorizoMethodSpread the ketchup over two of the wraps, place 8 slices of chorizo on top and cover both wraps with cheese, then place the other wrap on top so you have two large round sandwiches. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large non stick frying pan, when hot, add one of the quesadillas. Fry for a couple of minutes til golden, using a fish slice flip and fry for a couple of mins on the other side. Add the other tbsp oil and repeat with the other quesadilla. Remove, slice and enjoy!

SamosasMaking samosas out of flour tortillas couldn’t be easier. The 7” size works best. A pack of 10 wraps will make 20 samosas.Before you start, make some glue out of 1tbsp flour mixed with 2tbsp water. Use this to stick the edges down. When you are ready warm the wraps up for 10 secs in the microwave (2 at a time is fine). When pliable - cut each in half. Using your finger put some glue down the flat side and wrap into a cone shape. Press the seam to make sure they are stuck. Spoon in your favourite filling leaving enough room at the top to seal with the glue.Now you can brush with oil and bake on a tray in the oven (200˚C) for 10 mins. Or you can shallow fry for a couple of minutes each side until golden brown.There are loads of different fillings you could use: traditional spicy potato and pea, beans and cheese, spicy rice and mince, even chocolate buttons and sliced banana!!

For the topping150g cheddar - grated2 tbsp sour cream (optional)MethodHeat oven to 180°C. Grease a square oven proof dish. Make the filling first. Heat the oil in a large pan, cook chicken, remove with slotted spoon & place to one side. Fry peppers, onion, garlic & chillies until just cooked (add more oil if necessary). Put chicken back into the pan and season to taste. Now make the sauce. Add all ingredients to a small saucepan and heat gently for 10 mins. Check seasoning and adjust accordingly. Now to put it all together...add 3 tbsp of sauce to the chilli chicken mix, spread 2 tbsp of sauce on the bottom of the dish. Warm the tortillas up to make them easier to handle. Split the filling between the 4 wraps. Place the filling in the middle of the wrap, sprinke a bit of cheese on, tuck the sides in and roll up. Place the four wraps in the oven proof dish. Use the rest of the sauce to cover the wraps, dot the sour cream over and sprinkle with the cheese. Bake for 20 mins until golden and sizzling.

The Waggon and Horses on Mansfield Road is a lovely traditional pub - and when we heard they had launched a new menu we decided it would be the perfect venue to have a working lunch!

What makes the Waggon stand out from the crowd is that when they say homemade or handmade on the menu they genuinely mean it.

Homemade pie of the day was outstanding and only £5.99. The handmade burger with bacon and cheddar was a real belly buster and amazing value at £5.65. The specials board was crammed with lovely

sounding dishes. We tried the thai fishcakes and they were very, very good. The Waggon’s homemade chips are legendary. You will not get a better chip this side of Nottingham!

Landlord Mick was keen to tell us all about their steak night every Thursday. Locally sourced 28 day matured steaks - and a fantastic offer of two 8oz rump steaks and a bottle of wine for £19.99.

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431 Mapperley Plains, Mapperley, Nottingham, NG3 5RWTelephone: 01159 268 200Email: info@brookfields-gardencentre.co.ukwww.brookfields-gardencentre.co.uk

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With lots of activities in store for the spring, these are just some of the dates to put in your diary:

8th April Paint your own bird house kids activity only £3.All proceeds donated to our charities. 30 Places availablebooked in advance. Bookings taken from 28th March.

10th April Make a cress head kids activity £1 per head.All proceeds donated to our charities.No booking required.

15th April Easter Bonnet making activity

19th April The Easter Bunny arrives for the annualEaster Treasure hunt with chocolate eggs galore

5th May Make a pebble bug kids activity. £1 per head.All proceeds donated to our charities. No booking required

27 & 29th May Kid’s craft activities - check our Facebook page for details near the time.

We are delighted to welcome the extremely popular Nottingham Arts and Crafts Fair to Brookfields from the 11-13thApril. With loads of wonderful hand crafted products, many from local artisans it just gives another reason to visit the centre during the Spring holiday.

With our fantastic new Pets and Aquatics department, the best colourful bedding plant selection in the area and our newly extended Coffee shop, Brookfields really should be your first port of call when shopping for the Spring Garden.

Look forward to seeing you, bring on the sunshine!Sign up to our Premier club on the website for News and updates andLike our Facebook page to keep up with what’s on in store.

There has been a settlement in what we now know as Arnold for a very long time. The Doomsday Book of 1086 records a village with a population of about 150 people. This would be about 30 extended families. Everyone knew each other and the village was, although quite large for its time, small enough to not need anything but a name. Houses were called by the owners first name and that was all that was required. Ernhale, as the village was then called, started to grow and eventually as it became the village of Arnold there were lots more houses and more than one street. Areas and streets were still called after the inhabitants, or by nick names or local features. These names changed as people moved so that the early census’ of 1841, 51 and 61 often had addresses that no longer exist. For this reason it is often difficult to trace exactly where some addresses were situated. This problem continued until roads had signs. Spout Lane in Arnold, named after the water spout or spring that was situated there, was renamed Coppice Road. Broadmere Lane, named after the water soaked land at the eastern end, was renamed St Albans Road after the Duke of St Albans who owned the land. It is also where Duke Street got it’s name.

Brookfield Road was formally called Washpen Lane after the sheep washing pen situated there. Cross Street was Whitehart Lane as it lead from Arnold to the White Hart on Mansfield Road.

Some streets had names that would not be popular today. Surgeys Lane was formally Broadass Lane and Dead Moor Close has now disappeared altogether.

Most villages had a Front Street where the entrance to the houses were and a Back Street that ran parallel to it, to allow access to the back of the houses and fields beyond. What we now call High Street was then called Back Street for just this reason though why it was renamed High Street

(another name for the main street ) is a mystery, as Front Street not High Street provides this function.

Front Street or at least parts of it have also had different names; Church Street, Main Street and Top of the Town.

Nottingham Road was the road to Nottingham but was also known as Folly Street. It was named after the very large mill that was built on Arnot Hill park in the 18th century. When the mill closed in 1810 it was too big for anyone to buy. It was broken up for the stones and became known as the Folly.

Some streets were named after people connected with the land on which they were built. Worrall Avenue is named after John Worrall, a builder and local business man who lived in the house on the corner (now the building society). Worrall gave the land for the Methodist Church and built the first few houses so it was called Worrall’s Street and changed to Worrall Avenue when the trees were planted and other houses were built.

These days streets are named by local councils. For example Ramsay Drive and the surrounding estate were named after the 1966 World Cup team. These names have no connection with Arnold. The old street names derived from the local community and tell a lot more about the history of the area. What was wrong with the old names and local connections you may ask?

That by any other Name by Bob Massey

I am researching the history of Arnold and would be very pleased to hear from anyone with more details or information. Email: [email protected] or post via NG5 magazine. www.arnold-history-group.org

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B & P PavingName of business: B & P Paving

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How did you first get into your line of work? After leaving school in 2000, I found work at a very well established and respected company learning every aspect of block paving with my business partner Chris. Chris then went into surveying and I got qualified in brick laying before we started our own company, B&P Paving.

How did you get to where you are now? Through hard work, perseverance, and by combining our experience and skills. We believe through this combination we have become one of the most skilled teams in Nottingham offering a quality product at a competitive price. There’s too many out of work builders and jobbers in the industry at the minute, that’s why we specialise only in block paving, patios, fencing and garden brickwork to insure quality in our work.

What are your plans for the next two years? To grow our business. We’ve won awards for our work in Nottingham and we believe that by combining our quality of work with great prices we can continue to expand the business as it has been doing for the last 6 years. We rely on recommendation above all else so happy customers is the only way this is going to happen

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MUSICAL roundupIf you are involved in a choir, singing group or band then we would love to hear from you. Every month, space permitting, we will include the latest news, concert information and forthcoming events. You just need to email us at: [email protected] by the fi rst Friday of the month.

‘Come & Sing’ Mozart RequiemGood Friday - April 18th

at Bottesford Parish Church All welcome - £5 to sing,

donations on door from audienceRehearsal 5pm,

Charity performance at 7.30pmSingers please book your place by

contacting Kate on 01949 843386 or katfi [email protected]

Music provided if required - please state

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Rock, Pop, Soul & RnB

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Classical Music at The Old School Cropwell Bishop

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Royal academy trained mezzo-soprano.

1pm, Sun 18th May Tickets: £12

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LADIES HARMONY CHORUS AND GUESTS INVITE YOU TO

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Tickets: £5 each For tickets and further information contact:- Carol Rigley 07837 646 078, or [email protected] Jan Adamson 01332 674679, or [email protected]

The Bluecoat Singers Concert at Kimberley Parish Hall, Newdigate Street on Saturday 31st May 2014 - 7.30pm

Tickets £5 in aid of Kimberley PensionersContact Anne 0115 9385362


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Wall and Floor TilerDJ COX

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TherMix (Gas Services) LtdACS Qualified & time served Gas Engineer

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For more information on Arnold SC visit the Club’s website:www.arnoldswimmingclub.org.uk

Monday: 8-9 pm - John Carroll Leisure CentreTuesday: 6-8 pm - Calverton Leisure CentreWednesday: 7-8 pm - Southglade Leisure CentreThursday: 7-8 pm - Redhill LC (Land training)Friday: 7.30-8.30 pm - Ken Martin Leisure CentreFriday: 7.30 - 9.30pm - Southglade Leisure CentreSaturday 6.30 - 7.30pm - Hucknall Leisure CentreSunday: 3 - 5pm - Hucknall Leisure CentreSunday 6.30 - 8pm - Nottingham University

Jorge Phenix-CoyneAge: 19Sport: Swimming - RacingCounty: NottinghamshireHow did you first get involved with your sport? My dad taught me to swim at the age of 5.Who was the first person to spot your talent? Maureen at Calverton LC after I completed the summer crash course swimming lessons. She organised for me to have a trial with Calverton SC.What is your greatest sporting achievement?Achieving national qualifying times every year and winning several gold medals at the Midlands Championships.What’s your earliest memory of competing in your sport? When I was part of the relay team at Calverton SC at the Counties and we won both Medley and Freestyle relays.Who’s your biggest supporter? My Dad, as he takes me all over the country to enable me to compete.

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Meet.....Jorge Phenix-Coyne

Head Coach appointment - Dave PalmerArnold Swimming Club is delighted to announce the appointment of Dave Palmer as Head Coach. For the last 3 years Dave has been the Clubs Performance Head Coach with Tony Parker acting as Development Head Coach. Following Dave achieving his Level 3 coaching qualification at the end of 2013 and Tony’s recent decision to ‘retire’, the Committee has taken the decision to appoint Dave as Head Coach for the whole club. At the same time we are also pleased to announce the appointments of Helen Edwards as Lead Teacher for the Teaching pool, Bill Hopkins as Lead Coach for the Development squad, and Paul Hutton/Graham Davies as Lead Coaches for the Performance squad. All of these individuals will report to Dave who will provide guidance and support to these and all the other coaches at the Club.We would like to wish Dave all the best in his new role and also to thank Tony for his years of service to the club.Notts ASA Winter GalaWell done to Ellie Blakey, Jak and Katelynn Bodycott, Georgia Bramley, Hannah Davies, Ellie Davison, James Dwyer, Robyn Galloway, Aimee Glendenning, Emily Keen, Alistair Neal, Henry Osborne, Thomas White and Samuel Williams who represented the Club in the Notts ASA Winter gala and between them set 23 personal best times. Congratulations to Ellie Blakey and Thomas White who both set Club Records.Youth CountiesCongratulations to Natalie Bacon, Alex Driver, Philip Isherwood, Regan Jordan, Jorge Phenix-Coyne and Amelia Tsolakis who represented the Club at the Notts ASA Youth Counties and between them gained 9 Personal Best times. A special well done to Jorge for winning gold medals in the 50m and 100m backstroke and silver medals in the 100m freestyle and 50m butterfly gained an amazing 3 Club Records in the process. A full report on the British Age Group Counties will be in the next edition of NG5.Ernehale Open MeetThe club’s annual Open Meet takes place again this year at Hucknall Leisure Centre on the 10th & 11th May. Swimmers/Clubs from around the County and Midlands will be taking part in 100m, 200m and 400m events as the last chance to achieve Midland Qualifying Times for 2014. This year’s event was ‘full’ 2 months in advance and the club is hoping for some great swims from the 250 individual swimmers taking part. If any local businesses would like to advertise at the event the club would be very interested in talking to you, please contact the club via the website address at the bottom of the page and thanks for your support!!


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The Library, which was founded in 1816 and is home to over 40,000 books, is situated in the centre of Nottingham in a Grade II* listed Georgian town house and is home to one of the few remaining city centre walled gardens.

Danielle Hindle, Community Fundraiser for Alzheimer's Society in the East Midlands said: “It’s fantastic that Bromley House Library is opening up the private garden to help raise vital awareness and funds to support Alzheimer’s Society. It’s a wonderful venue and will be a great afternoon out for the whole family. It is local organisations like them that enable us to support more people living with dementia and their families and carers. We greatly appreciate their support and generosity.”

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Hello ladies,I hope that you’re well and looking forward to the Spring/Summer 2014 fashion as much as I am. Hopefully by the time you’re reading this you’ll have packed away your wintery layers, woolly scarves, toasty boots and will already be buying some pretty pastels.

Dusky pink is very on trend again this year and baby blue is an absolute must have! Even yellow! Yes yellow, which is such a feel good colour to wear, and whether you are a lacy lady or a linen lady you will have no problem finding either this season. The buzz words this season are Ladylike, feminine and pretty.

I would like to digress if I may and write a little about the whole “shopping experience” ……

It’s all very well picking up glossy magazines and seeing photos of gorgeous (air brushed and ‘got their own team of twenty people helping them look that way’) models and seeing what they look good in. And then there’s the real world! For some ladies going out to buy new clothes can be quite daunting and scary. Age is a question of mind over matter. If YOU don’t mind, it really doesn’t matter! It’s an attitude of mind and not a number that defines you!

Am I too old? Am I too short? Am I too heavy/slim? What will my husband/partner/daughter/friends say if I show up in this? Seriously, these are questions that I hear ladies asking themselves (out loud) all the time. My advice to you is: If YOU like it, it feels comfy and makes you smile ... Buy it! The trick is to find a style or styles that suit you and you feel comfy in. Always hide the bad bits and accentuate the good!

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I was reading an article this week written by a very famous British Icon model and I couldn’t believe what I was reading. It was as though she has been reading my last little columns in the NG magazine and had been reading my mind, as 90% of the article said exactly the things that I’ve been saying:Don’t take fashion too seriously, have fun with it.Don’t try and do the “latest“ fashion from head to toe but add a little bit of trend to the clothes you already have and love.Don’t listen to people saying “you should be wearing this, you shouldn’t be wearing that.”And one last thing: something that I tell every single one of my customers .... if you don’t come out of the changing room, look in the mirror and have a big smile on your face - go right back in there, take it off, put it back on the rail and try on something else. It has to be an immediate wow or nothing!So get out there, shop until you drop and HAVE FUN!!!!!

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Hello ladies,I hope that you’re well and looking forward to the Spring/Summer 2014 fashion as much as I am. Hopefully by the time you’re reading this you’ll have packed away your wintery layers, woolly scarves, toasty boots and will already be buying some pretty pastels.

Dusky pink is very on trend again this year and baby blue is an absolute must have! Even yellow! Yes yellow, which is such a feel good colour to wear, and whether you are a lacy lady or a linen lady you will have no problem finding either this season. The buzz words this season are Ladylike, feminine and pretty.

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It’s all very well picking up glossy magazines and seeing photos of gorgeous (air brushed and ‘got their own team of twenty people helping them look that way’) models and seeing what they look good in. And then there’s the real world! For some ladies going out to buy new clothes can be quite daunting and scary. Age is a question of mind over matter. If YOU don’t mind, it really doesn’t matter! It’s an attitude of mind and not a number that defines you!

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At Arnold Library : April - May 2014RHYME, RATTLE AND ROLL....A lively 30 minute session with singing and nursery rhymes, every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30 - 11am for 0-3 year olds and their carers/parents.

“AN INTRODUCTION TO ASTROLOGY”with Tahir Ahmed. Interested in astrology? Then this is for you, Thursday 3rd April, 2-3.15 in The Gallery; a free event.

CHILDREN’S EASTER CRAFT ACTIVITYJoin Kareena on Monday 7th April for an Easter themed paper craft activity in the children’s library from 2pm – 2.45pm. This event is suitable for children suitable for 5 – 11 year olds.

READING CAFÉ...Our popular Café is open every Wednesday morning from 10am - 12 noon. Everyone is welcome to refreshment and to chat about books. The café has a themed meeting once a month; 9th April: Rebecca Burns, a local author is visiting. 14th May: Tracy Wilmot will be discussing “The Life of Catherine Cookson” No prior reading required.

THE CRIME CAFÉ......meets on the last Wednesday of the month from 10am - 12 noon, in The Gallery. John Martin talks about ‘Crime Around the World’ on 30th April.Edward Marston, crime author of the railway detective series, 28th May.

THE KNIT AND NATTER CAFEThis is open every Monday from 2.00-3.30 pm. Come along to knit, natter, borrow books and enjoy a cup of tea/coffee + biscuit for 50p!

INTERESTED IN LOCAL HISTORY?From 1.30pm - 4pm on Thursday24th April and Thursday 29th May our Local Studies Librarian Ursula Ackrill will be in our local history section and available to help with local or family history enquires. No booking required. For more information call 0115 9224986 or e-mail Ursula Ackrill at [email protected]

WORK CLUBNeed help looking for jobs? With your C.V? Have you recently become unemployed, and need some advice about what to do next? Then come along to the Work Club, held every Tuesday from 1.30pm -3.30pm in Arnold Library’s meeting room.

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BMX Race Club - Nottingham Outlaws BMX club run regular races and coaching sessions. All ages welcome. Race bikes & helmets to loan for new members. Sellers Wood Drive, Bulwell. www.nottinghamoutlaws.com.Nottingham Boys Choir - We provide a structured environment for boys to sing some of the finest classical & modern music ever written! Come & see why this makes us different. We meet every Wed eve in Carlton. See: www.nottinghamboyschoir.co.uk or call Michael Overbury on 01636 702054.Nottingham Sea Cadets - Waterside Way, Nottingham, NG2 4DP. T: 0115 958 0528. E: [email protected] 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.Street Dance Classes - Culcha street dance for girls & The Force break dance classes for boys. Age 8 - 18yrs. Various times and venues. For more details call Gedling Borough Council on 0115 901 3605, email: arts&[email protected] or look on www.gedling.gov.uk/leisureAir 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.orgCarlton Lifesaving Club - Sats 4.30 - 6.30pm at Carlton Forum Leisure Centre.9yrs +. For more info call Dave 0115 961 4114 or Shirley 0115 956 8395 or visit www.carltonlifesavingclub.btik.com

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.

Arnold Methodist Playgroup - Front St - Tues & Fri 9.45am-11.45am 2-5yrs. Tel: 07779610136.

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: [email protected]. Or visit www.arnoldpreschool.org. OFSTED registered.

2nd Arnold Girls Brigade - Wed 6.15pm-9pm.Call Elaine McPherson on 9109188.MEND (Mind, Exercise, Nutrition, Do It!) - Healthy lifestyle programme for children age 7-13. Wed 5-7pm @ Arnold Leisure Centre & 10-12pm @ Redhill Leisure Centre. Contact: 07966 875066.

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

Weaverthorpe Pre-School- Derwent Crescent, Arnold. 9am - 3.30 Mon - Fri. OFSTED registered. Funding for 3yr olds. Qualified staff. Contact us on 0115 926 5644, email: [email protected]. Website: www.weaverthorpepreschool.weebly.com.

Little Lambs Mother & Baby Group- A fun and friendly group for babies and pre-schoolers. Friday 2-4pm (term time) at The Good Shepherd Church Social Centre, 3 Thackeray’s Lane, Woodthorpe, NG5 4HT. £2.50 per family. E: [email protected] or visit www.facebook.com/littlelambswoodthorpe

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: [email protected].

Shake, Rattle & Rhyme - songs, movement & rhyme for babies to pre-schoolers. Monday, St Marks Church Hall, Woodthorpe, 10am - 11am: Thur, Westdale Lane Community Centre. 10am-11am. Call Jo on 0115 960 9599.

Gedling Colliery Cricket Club - run Kwik cricket sessions for 7 to 11 yr olds every Sunday morning from 10am to 12noon. Contact Andrew Whitaker on 07891 654978.

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 3yr olds. Qualified staff and a genuine love for children. Contact tel: 0115 967 1391 or 07919 025633.

Explore a Story - interactive story telling, drama, games and role play. For children aged 2+. At Woodthorpe St Mark’s Church Hall, Thursday 10am - 11am and Mapperley Lindsay Morgan Hall on Thursdays 1.30pm - 2.30pm. Contact James Appleyard: 07857 679 719 or www.apple-pie.org.uk/index.php/pre-school

2nd Arnold Beavers, Cubs, Scouts & Explorers- Beavers 6.30-7.45 Fri | Cubs Panther Grp 7-8.30pm Tues | Cubs Otter Grp 7-8.30pm Thurs | Scouts 7.30-9pm Wed | Explorers 8-9.30pm Fri. Contact Noel Yeatman 0115 956 9865/0787505 6784

KIDS DIARY cont.....Dance Divaz - NOW OPEN IN ARNOLD, dance for fun to latest chart hits and get fit at the same time. Classes priced £3.50 each from age 3 to adults, held every Monday at Arnold Welfare (opp Greyhound pub). Also Street classes with J on a Friday at Arnold Mill School age from 6 to 18. For class times and more information see www.dancedivaz.co.uk or call 07954 418481.

The Boys Brigade- Arnold Methodist Church. Exciting activites for ages 6-18yrs. Contact Neil Keighery 0115 956 7383/[email protected] or http://39nottingham.boys-brigade.org.uk.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.

Bread & Bitter Bump to Baby Group - Monday (except Bank Holidays) 10 - 12. Friendly, busy group. Suitable from bump to crawling. Special offers during the group. Various events organised. FREE admission. Contact Paula for details 07967 252784 or [email protected]

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

Good Shepherd Pre-School - OFSTED registered for children aged 30 mths upwards. Children from all families welcome, with places available now. Please contact Melanie Saunders on 07971 382837 for more information.

1st Nottingham Boys’ Brigade and Girls Association- Every Monday night (term time): 5.30pm - 8pm. Open to all ages 5-14 yrs - boys and girls. At St Andrew’s Community Hall, Chestnut Grove, Nottingham, NG3 5AD. Contact: [email protected] or 0115 912 0098

Marcia Jones School of Dance - Street, Tap, Ballet & Modern Theatre Classes. Every Wednesday, Lindsay Morgan Hall, Marshall Hill Drive, Mapperley. For more info tel: 0115 9226499 or visit www.marciajones.co.uk

Rainbows, Brownies & Guides groups - call Sarah Spencer 854 5006.Beavers, Cub & Scout groups - call 952 3617.

Family Care are holding an Information Evening for anyone who is thinking about adoption and wants to find out more. You will meet members of the team and people who have adopted in a relaxed and informal setting on:

Tuesday 29 April : 7 - 9pmat Family Care, 28 Magdala Rd, NG3 5DFIf you would like to attend or find out more

please call: 0115 960 3010www.familycare-nottingham.org.uk

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Coteswood House SchoolGovernment funded places available for 2-5 year olds.• Additional sessions on request at this well established • nursery school.Please phone, email or call in for further information.•

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On Monday the 24th of February 2014, Richard Bonington Primary School was chosen to take part in the Tenner Relay Challenge.

We were given £10 to make as much money as possible for the charity SCOPE. After a lot of debating, the teachers decided to do an ‘I’m A Year 6 Get Me

Out Of Here’ theme (suggested by Alana Meenan) which included doing many different challenges from Monday to Tuesday. The challenges were set by parents and children in the school. Challenges included wearing pants on our heads, stacking After Eight mints and eating pickled onion, brussel sprouts and donuts (without licking our lips). We slept at school and even did challenges through the night!

On Tuesday morning we were woken up at 7:00 am (early for some of us!). We were told by the teachers to get changed into our onesies (if we weren’t already in them) and go into the hall, where we performed Gangnam Style one more time. After that we were told to go outside and do 5 laps of the playground! We were all tired so this wasn’t easy!

After this we all went back to the classroom and got everything ready for the day ahead. For breakfast the teachers, helped us by cooking toast and getting cereal out. Compared to Monday, Tuesday was a very normal day and we were all very tired for the rest of the week.

We raised a total sum of £651.80!

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The Nottingham Centre’s winter programme of talks continues until the AGM on April 24th.

April 10th at 2.15pm: Alan Tyler April 24th at 7.30pm: AGM followed by The Nottingham Centre Year 2013

During the summer months a variety of excursions and holidays are arranged. Activities for the summer of 2014 are as follows:

Outings and HolidaysWednesday 16th April – An excursion has been arranged to the Macclesfield Silk Museums.Monday 12th May – Ironbridge Gauge Museums.Tuesday 10th June – Alford, and Gunby Hall, Lincs.Friday 18th July – Wrest Park, Beds. Thursday 21st August – The Bronte Museum, Yorkshire.Wednesday 24th September – Hampton Court Palace.

HOLIDAYSBonnie Scotland, 1st - 6th June 2014Norfolk, 2nd – 4th October 2014

All meetings take place at the Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham. Admission is £2 for members, £3 for visitors, who are always warmly welcomed.

To join costs £6 for one, £10 for two, but you must be a member of National Trust to join the Nottingham Centre and you must be a member of the Centre to go on the excursions, which are very popular.

For more information contact Mrs.Heather Brooks, tel. 0115 9436272Email:[email protected] or visit the Centre website: www.nottinghamnt.co.uk

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Spring/Summer 2014

Remembering Eric….

William Eric Woodward

With the centenary of the First World War approaching one way we can contribute is to take a closer look at our war memorials and ask ourselves who were the men behind the names?

I chose a name at random from one Nottingham war memorial and set out to find out something about the life behind the name - William Eric Woodward.

Through researching the census records, I traced his nephew living in Derby. War records, Scouting and other archives gave me a wealth of information allowing me to piece together much of Eric’s short life. Born in 1899, William lived on Gawthorne Street, New Basford. His father, a house decorator, died in 1908 and his mother

took up this occupation to support Eric and his younger sister Agnes. Eric was a keen scout, joining the 1st Caledonian troop in 1909. The troop met at Blackwood camp close to the newly built Nottingham prison. A Memorial Gateway still marks the entrance to Blackwood commemorating all Scouts who died in the First World War. Eric’s sister, Agnes, later became Akela of the scout troop.

Corporal William Eric Woodward, Durham Light Infantry died on the 29th June 1919 in Leicester Military hospital and is buried in Basford cemetery. He is one of 15 names commemorated on the memorial windows at St Andrews with Castle Gate Church in Nottingham. The charity War Memorials Online (www.warmemorialsonline.org.uk) seeks photographs and details of all memorials to assist them in compiling a lasting tribute to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Perhaps you can assist this project or uncover some details of the lives behind the names on your local war memorial?

© Andrew Adam


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Summer spells a time when most people will be relaxing and going on holiday. But this year, as we look forward to a summer of sport with the World Cup, don’t let car crime kick off.

Failing to keep your car secure is an own goal you won’t want to make, so reserve this summer for scoring a win against thieves by making sure doors, windows and sunroofs are shut, locked and secure at all times.

Give car thieves red cards this season by ensuring valuables are out of sight. Even something as simple as a coat or lunchbox on the backseat could be enough for opportunists to make a tackle that you won’t see coming.

I’m sure that sat-navs are one of the most valuable things you keep in your car, but you can score a hat-trick against theft this season by: making sure not to leave them in the glove box, keeping them secure and on your person, and making sure to wipe suction marks off the windscreen.

But doing this is only enough to call half-time on thieves. Make sure you’re a point up at the end of play by taking your keys out of the car at all times, otherwise you could be sitting out the next match because thieves have taken you for a ride. I’m sure

that losing your car wasn’t part of your game plan.

And if you’re travelling to an unfamiliar place this bank holiday, revise your defence strategy and read up on the Park Mark approved car parks which are an estimated 50 times safer than parking on the street. Let’s face it, who wouldn’t want to take advantage of those odds?

Blow the final whistle on car thieves by having an alarm fitted as well as investing in a steering lock. Don’t let thieves make you their next target, after all, it’s worth taking the time to secure your vehicle to stop losing the match in the long run.

Remember to catch us at road show events across the county this summer, where you can get the upper hand on car crime by picking up some crime prevention advice from our officers. Visit www.nottinghamshire.police.uk/ for details of where we will be and more crime prevention advice.

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Lasting Power of Attorney is not just for the elderly. We know that we should write a will, but few people are aware that they should also consider a Lasting Power of Attorney.

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Do you have anElderly Relative who is

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new and maybe old friends?Heydays is a service that’s available to the

elderly in this area. We offer friendship, socialising and activities. Why not come along and join in with Arts

and Crafts, Games, Chair based exercises, Quizzes,Bingo, Reminiscing or just enjoy a chat with friends.

We provide tea and toast on arrival, and two course mealat lunchtime, and afternoon tea and cakes.

Heydays is run by two staff Charmaine & Jane who have worked in day care for 20 years and have a social services background. Both members of staff are NVQ 4 trained and have current CRB checks.

Aims of the ServiceTo provide older people with the

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To enjoy current and past hobbies and interests

To enhance an individuals well being. To be part of the local community.To relieve social isolation. To provide social stimulation.

To provide a safe environment, free from discrimination.

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Gedling Borough Council is asking for pet food donations to support a project that provides a foster home for pets from families who are affected by domestic violence.

The ‘Pets Project’ run by Women’s Aid Integrated Services (WAIS) helps women and their children who need to leave abusive relationships but are scared to leave pets behind with an abusive partner. Most refuges and hostels are unable to house animals, but the WAIS team can organise for a carer to foster pets and re-unite them with the owner once they are ready. The owner is required to pay for the pet food and the council are asking for customers and staff to give pet food donations to help ease the burden on the families.

People can donate food at the council offices in Arnot Hill Park, Arnold and all donations will then be passed onto WAIS who will allocate the food to the foster homes.

Sarah Lloyd, Women’s Aid project organiser said: “We’re really pleased that the council have asked to help by providing donations to the Pets Project. We are always keen to raise the profile of the project so more women are aware of it and we welcome anyone who can help by donating food, animal carriers, money or by volunteering to foster pets.”

For more information people can contact Sarah at Women’s Aid Integrated Services on 07971 337 264 or email [email protected] or visit www.wais.org.uk

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If you run a support group or organisation and want people to know about it, why not list it here? If your group is not-for-profit or a charity then your listing is free. All other groups pay just £5+vat per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: [email protected] Easy - a support network for people with a respiratory condition, their families, friends & carers. The Nottingham North Branch welcomes people from Arnold, Gedling, Carlton, Mapperley & Sherwood areas. We meet the 2nd Thurs each month at St Georges Comm Centre, Victoria St, Netherfield at 1.30pm. Further info from Jim Bennett 847 7639.Nottingham Prostate Cancer Support Group - if you are affected by Prostate Cancer and would like to talk to others in a similar situation, you are welcome to join our group. We meet at the Nottingham City Hospital between 7 and 9pm on the 2nd Thursday every other month. Partners always welcome. For further information either ring Self Help Nottingham on 0115 911 1661 or email [email protected] Gosh - (Nottingham Gynae - oncology support & help group) support in the aftermath of various gynae cancers. Support, information, understanding or simply a cup of tea. Meetings are held bi-monthly on the last Tues of the month at Maggies Cancer Care Centre, City Hospital from 7-9pm (meet in Maternity foyer at 6.45pm) For more info call Sue Mills on 0115 969 1169 ext 56162Nottingham 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 [email protected] - a support group for parents of adults with ADHD. Meet last Monday of month 7 - 9pm in Nottingham City Centre. Call 0115 982 2573 for more info.Cutting Back - Self-help group for women who self-harm. Weekly meetings in City Centre. For more information call 07930 713530 or email: [email protected]

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Framework’s EVE Works - Helps unemployed people into work/training/volunteering. We help remove barriers to work. For free 1-2-1 appointments and training eg. confidence building/interveiw skills. Tel: 0800 111 4262 or email: [email protected]

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

Aphasia Self Help Group - meet monthly at Sherwood Community Centre. For more information contact Sam or Alison on 0115 962 1153Carer’s Support Group - meet alternate Fridays 10am - 12pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Sam or Alison: 0115 962 1153.

Nottingham Arthritis Care Self Help Group - meet the last Friday every month, 11am -1pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact the Arthritis Care Office: 0115 952 5522.

Nottingham Self Help Group for People who Stammer - meet alternate Tuesdays at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Mathew: 0115 953 2177.Sherwood Lunch Club - £3.20 for a 3 course meal with tea or coffee. Contact Sam or Alison: 0115 9621153.

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

Debt Help & Advice - The Debt Advice Network is a registered charity offering free, impartial, professional, face-to-face advice to people with debt problems. Contact your local counsellor David Hall on 07973 113882 or email: [email protected].

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.

Marie Curie Helper service - Provided FREE of charge to people with any terminal illness and their carers. For a few hours each week, our trained volunteers will visit people in their homes offering companionship and support tailored to their needs. To request the service, call 0845 304 8730 or email: [email protected] Visit www.mariecurie.org.uk/helper for more information.

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: [email protected]

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

Relate Nottinghamshire - Offers family counselling, relationship counselling, sex therapy and young peoples counselling. Costs negotiated according to income. Tel: 0115 950 7836 from 9am to 9pm.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: [email protected]

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 on Bridlesmith Gate. Please phone 0300 303 8350 for more information and a free consultation.

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

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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 [email protected]

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

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 [email protected] for more info.Arnold Work Club - Meets every Tuesday 1pm-3pm at Arnold Library. Meet others looking for work, build new contacts, share experiences, get advice on interveiws/CV’s etc. For more details call 07775588756 or email: [email protected] Money Advice Centre - offers free, impartial debt advice. Please go to www.k-mac.org.uk or phone 0115 920 7399.Carewatch in Nottingham - is a friendship centre for over 55’s living in the Nottingham area. We are open weekdays from 9.30am - 2.30pm & offer hot meals, drinks & snacks as well as activities like easy exercise, card making, speakers, bingo & party days. Based at St Augustine’s Church Hall, Westville Gardens, off Woodborough Road, Nottingham, NG3 4QF. Tel: 0115 9856959Coping 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: [email protected]

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: [email protected]

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

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: [email protected] Outcomes - a self help group for people who aim to control their drinking - cutting down or cutting it out. Meet Wednesdays 7pm - 9pm, Nottingham City Centre. For group contact details: Self Help Nottingham Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: [email protected] Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led meetings are held in Nottingham on Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www.smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: [email protected] & 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 Cirrhosis (PBC) Peer Support Group - offers help and support if you have been diagnosed with PBC - an autoimmune liver disease. Meet every first Wednesday of the month - 7pm - 8.30pm or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: [email protected]

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)

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.

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

Notts Peer to Peer Network - information for users of Mental Health services in Nottinghamshire and their carers. Gateway Drop In, for mutual support, information, occasional outings and talks at St Peter’s Church, NG1 2NW (next to M&S) every Wed 1.30 to 3.30pm. For more information email: [email protected] or write: Self Help Nottingham, Ormiston House, 32-36 Pelham St, NG1 2EG or visit: www.nottspeertopeernetwork.com

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

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Food Banks

Vernon Coaker Member of Parliament for Gedling

2A Parkyn Road, DaybrookNottingham NG5 6BG

Email: [email protected]: 0115 920 4224Fax: 0115 920 4500

Please get in touch if you think I can help

As you will know, sadly, the number of food banks opening across the country is increasing and Gedling is no exception. Times are tough for lots of people and many are turning to food banks in order to feed their families.

However this vital service relies upon food donations from local people in order to keep helping those in need.

If you would like to contribute to a food bank near you there are a variety of ways in which you can do so.

There is a collection in the foyer of the civic centre in Arnold which is open between 08:45 – 17:15 Monday to Thursday and 08:45- 16:45 on Fridays.

You can also donate food directly at the food banks, Arnold Food bank, based at Daybrook Baptist Church on Mansfield Road is open from 13:30- 15:00 on Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Phoenix Farm Methodist Church on Wollaton Avenue is accepting donations between 10:30-12:00 on Sundays and 13:30-15:00 on Fridays.

All Hallows Church in Gedling will be open for donations between 10:00-16:00 on Wednesdays

Main Street Methodist Church on Carlton Hill from 12:00-14:00 on Tuesdays

Bethesda Community Hall in Netherfield is open on Wednesdays from 13:30- 15:00

There are also collections at St James’s Church in Mapperely, Gedling Road Methodist Church in Carlton and Kings Church off Shirley Drive.

All donations are greatly received, examples of foods that can be given include: tinned fruit and veg, tea and instant coffee, sugar (500g), milk (UHT or powdered), tinned meat/fish, instant mashed potato and biscuits.

Gedling Borough Council is set to freeze its share of the Council Tax for the next two years.

Cllr John Clarke, Leader of the Council said:

“Gedling’s Council Tax is lower than about 80% of councils in the Country and given the unprecedented cuts in our funding from government, we could really do with the extra income that comes from council tax.

However, we recognise that many of our residents are struggling with the cost of living and in some cases, to even feed their families, so we don’t want to add to their burden by increasing council tax.

Government has listened to representations we’ve made and changed the way that it is funding councils that freeze Council Tax in such a way that it is now a sensible thing for Gedling to do”.

Gedling freezes council tax for two years!


a helping hand

Chernobyl Children’s Life Line Nottingham Link -

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for 1 & 2 Ukrainian children aged 9 or 10 years for 1 - 4 weeks July 26th to August 23rd

The children are suffering from the ongoing consequences of the Chernobyl

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pets

Help Angel find her way to her new home

Readers may recall last year a homeless, blind cat called Angel. The good news was that Angel was rehomed - but sadly owing to her owner’s circumstances, she has since returned to the local charity which helped her.

Whilst change is challenging for any animal, imagine being blind and facing this u p h e a v a l ? Volunteers at Animal

Accident Rescue Unit are keen to get Angel a permanent home, as one explains: ‘Angel lives in a world of darkness and her life’s been turned upside down. But, like many blind cats, it’s astonishing how well she copes - and most importantly enjoys life.’

Blindness aside, the volunteers agree there is so much more to Angel! A beautiful dark ‘tortie’ with ‘an adorable nature’, she loves company and is suited to a home without pets or small children. Whilst adopting a blind cat may seem challenging, volunteers experienced with blind cats, agree: ‘Angel will soon learn her new home; all she wants is a lovely indoor home to enjoy a settled life.’

Blind cats use their whiskers and heightened senses to navigate with surprising ease. The experienced volunteers provide practical advice on blind cat care, whilst confirming care is easier than expected.

For the chance to adopt fabulous Angel call 0115-9984307; this number is only regarding Angel. Leave your contact details and postcode or email [email protected]. For emergencies and other matters, use 0115-9321555, or the email.

Meanwhile, the charity urgently needs more cat fosterers to help those it continues to help – like Angel.

Animal Accident Rescue Unit would like to thank the management of Asda, Arnold for allowing the charity to have a collection bin in their store for the past year for the donation of cat and dog food.

This has been a huge success. The charity would like to say a massive "THANK YOU" to all those wonderful Asda customers who gave so generously in their donations.

As the donation bin is no longer available in Asda, anyone wishing to continue to donate to help feed the animals of this Charity, please call Maggie on 0115 9201441.

Martins Farm

Tel: 0115 926 8703

Dorket Head Farm, Arnold, NG5 8PU

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County shows are a celebration of British farming and the countryside. These events are packed with interest, for the whole family. Thousands of visitors, from those ‘just down the road’, to foreign tourists, perhaps holidaying in the UK, enjoy our county shows – very much so. With hundreds of trade stands, a county show is a fantastic day out. The Nottinghamshire County Show is held at Newark Showground, with show jumping, horse competitions, livestock, events for dogs, plus other animals and pets. The magnificent Grand Parade shows off the prize-winning animals from the dairy and beef cattle, plus the sheep classes. The dog agility is always great fun. The superb displays of flowers and plants will interest many, too. Some of the attractions and displays vary each year, so visiting the website will give all the information required and make planning a great day out, most worthwhile. This year’s event is Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May, 2014. www.newarkshowground.com

The Lincolnshire County Show is held at the Lincolnshire Showground. This splendid event

provides a fun-filled, action-packed day out for all the family. Spread over two days, the show attracts many thousands of visitors, each time. This venue has a purpose-built events' centre, with interlinked exhibition halls, meeting rooms and suites, all having the very latest technology. This year's event is Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 June, 2014. www.lincolnshireshow.co.uk

The Derbyshire County Show is held at Elvaston Showground. A great number of events involve horses and all types of cattle, plus other animals. The Most Elegantly Turned Out Horse and Carriage, and the Ladies’ Hunter Side Saddle events are really wonderful sights to see. The vintage tractors, cars, engines and motorcycles, hold much interest. With dog shows attracting a lot of interest too, plus other animals and the feathered section, there really is something for everyone. This year’s event is Sunday 22 June, 2014. www.derbyshirecountyshow.org.uk

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Nottingham Flower ClubMay 8 - Floral WorkshopMay 22 - “The Language of Flowers” dem by Ann Gater, Nantwich

Doors open: 6.45pm for 7.15pmAll Welcome. Visitors £5

Info: [email protected]

Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY


The Dover Beck Flower ClubBurton Joyce Village Hall

7.30pm - £5 for visitors - All welcome

Thurs April 17th - “Something a bit Willow” - Rachel PooleThurs May 15th - “Nature’s Magic” - Tom Hodge (nat dem)For more information and tickets please call 0115 966 4771


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LIVE MUSIC IN LOWDHAMFri 11 April at Lowdham Village HallFEAST OF FIDDLES - Tickets £20

Wed 30 April at the Old Ship InnYOUNG UNS - Tickets £10

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County shows are a celebration of British farming and the countryside. These events are packed with interest, for the whole family. Thousands of visitors, from those ‘just down the road’, to foreign tourists, perhaps holidaying in the UK, enjoy our county shows – very much so. With hundreds of trade stands, a county show is a fantastic day out. The Nottinghamshire County Show is held at Newark Showground, with show jumping, horse competitions, livestock, events for dogs, plus other animals and pets. The magnificent Grand Parade shows off the prize-winning animals from the dairy and beef cattle, plus the sheep classes. The dog agility is always great fun. The superb displays of flowers and plants will interest many, too. Some of the attractions and displays vary each year, so visiting the website will give all the information required and make planning a great day out, most worthwhile. This year’s event is Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 May, 2014. www.newarkshowground.com

The Lincolnshire County Show is held at the Lincolnshire Showground. This splendid event

provides a fun-filled, action-packed day out for all the family. Spread over two days, the show attracts many thousands of visitors, each time. This venue has a purpose-built events' centre, with interlinked exhibition halls, meeting rooms and suites, all having the very latest technology. This year's event is Wednesday 18 and Thursday 19 June, 2014. www.lincolnshireshow.co.uk

The Derbyshire County Show is held at Elvaston Showground. A great number of events involve horses and all types of cattle, plus other animals. The Most Elegantly Turned Out Horse and Carriage, and the Ladies’ Hunter Side Saddle events are really wonderful sights to see. The vintage tractors, cars, engines and motorcycles, hold much interest. With dog shows attracting a lot of interest too, plus other animals and the feathered section, there really is something for everyone. This year’s event is Sunday 22 June, 2014. www.derbyshirecountyshow.org.uk

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Action from the recent 4 -2 win at Barrow Town

Work has begun on the £1 million Gedling Country Park on the site of the former 300 acre Gedling Colliery site.

Contractors North Midland Construction will begin work next week starting with remedial work to make the site safe for entry for members of the public. This is the first in a number of phases of works taking place in the park. Phase two is expected to commence in May 2014 which will be the installation of the access road and car park and then followed by the installation of the children’s play area in August.

The park is expected to be open to the public in the autumn.

Leader of the Council, Councillor John Clarke (pictured above right with Deputy Leader Michael Payne) said;

“I’m pleased that after 20 years we’re finally in a position to transform the last of the colliery sites in Nottinghamshire into a country park that all the residents in the borough, county and city can use and enjoy. We are delighted that the first phase of works has begun.”

For more information and ongoing updates on the Country Park people can visit www.gedling.gov.uk/gedlingcountrypark

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Work has begun on the £1 million Gedling Country Park on the site of the former 300 acre Gedling Colliery site.

Contractors North Midland Construction will begin work next week starting with remedial work to make the site safe for entry for members of the public. This is the first in a number of phases of works taking place in the park. Phase two is expected to commence in May 2014 which will be the installation of the access road and car park and then followed by the installation of the children’s play area in August.

The park is expected to be open to the public in the autumn.

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“I’m pleased that after 20 years we’re finally in a position to transform the last of the colliery sites in Nottinghamshire into a country park that all the residents in the borough, county and city can use and enjoy. We are delighted that the first phase of works has begun.”

For more information and ongoing updates on the Country Park people can visit www.gedling.gov.uk/gedlingcountrypark

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Arnold Local History Group We aim to encourage and support an interest

in the history of the Arnold area and help conserve and archive material of local interest

Meetings are on 3rd Tuesday monthly at 7pm

at Arnold Labour Club (Bonington House), High Street, Arnold

September - June. (No meeting December)courses, talks, stories in the pub, history walks

and exhibitions non members very welcome

Visit: wwww.arnold-history-group.orgor write: 19 Shelley Road, Arnold NG5 6HN

for details

art Exhibition, Sale & Craft Fair

ARNOLD ART SOCIETY

www.art4arnold.com

Pondhills Community Centre, Pondhills Lane, Arnold

sAT 10 AND sUN 11 MAY10AM - 5PM

FREE ADMISSION & ParkingRAFFLE AND REFRESHMENTS

Arnold WEA Branch

Education Courses for Adults

Apri 24: 10-12 “Summer Flower Arranging” - 5 meetingsMay 1: 10-12.30 “Exploring Drawing” - 6 meetingsMay 6: 12.25-1.45 “More Tai Chi for Beginners” - 9 meetingsMay 6: 2-2.30 “Tai Chi: Mixed Abilities” - 9 meetings

Contact 0115 962 8407 or http://arnoldwea.wordpress.com

25th AnniversaryART EXHIBITION

Church Hall of the Church on Rise Park

Saturday 26th April 10.30am to 4pm

FREE ENTRYMany of the 200 paintings and drawings

will be offered for sale.There will also be a raffle, tombola and

refreshments available.NEW MEMBERS WELCOME

neat festival is back with a bang this May with 9 days of amazingevents taking place across the whole city. Celebrating Nottinghamand Europe, there is fantastic entertainment from our city and allcorners of the continent. With exciting live theatre, music and dancethere’s something for everyone...you’ll be spoilt for choice!

Honouring the centenary of WWI, a new show at Nottingham Playhouse called“Bolero” brings together the stories of Torvill & Dean’s gold-medal performance,the music that inspired it and the explosive events that began the war.Other shows on this theme include the tale of a soldier from the SherwoodForresters regiment and a youth production of All Quiet on the Western Front.

Families will find lots to do over half term too, with a weekend of funat Lakeside Arts Centre and Highfields Park. Expect wacky performers,BMX stunts, circus shows and free interactive activities for the kids.

This summer you don’t have to go to Edinburgh to enjoy world class theatre,dance and art - neat festival is bringing it right to your doorstep.Plus, with tons of free activities and tickets starting from as little as £3.50,it is a fun affordable festival that everyone can enjoy!

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Community DiaryIf 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 per edition. Please get in touch either by phone on 0115 9269777 or email: [email protected]

Mapperley Townswomens Guild - meet 3rd Monday each month. March to September at 7pm & October to February 2pm at Haywood Rd Community Centre, 46 Haywood Rd. Call 07759575383.

Arnold WI - meets 1st Tuesday monthly at Pondhills Community Centre at 7.30pm. New members welcome.Contact 01159 201 621. Website: [email protected]

Mapperley Rotary Club - new members welcome. Further details call John Berrington on 01623 479 577.

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.

Arnold Branch of the U3A - meet at 1.30pm on the first Tuesday of the month at Arnold Methodist Church - www.arnoldu3a.org or Mike Anthony 0115 920 8906

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.

Prospect Players - meet at 7.30pm on Tues & Fri at the Pondhills Lane Community Centre, Arnold from September to May. For more info call Donna Atherton on 953 2049 or visit www.prospect-players.comSpanish 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 [email protected]

Woodthorpe W.I - meets 1st Monday of the month (except January) @ Good Shepherd Church Hall, 7.30pm. New members welcome. Contact 0115 993 1796.

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 Longbow, Calverton Rd, Arnold, NG5 8FQ. Speaker & lunch. Call Derek 962 1932 or [email protected]

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.

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.

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

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 9404147.

Arnold Townswomens Guild - meet the first Tuesday of each month (Feb to Dec). 7pm to 9pm. New members welcome. Contact Jenny Green on 0115 926 3125.

Rotary Club of Sherwood Sunrisers - every Tues morning 7 - 8.30am at The Park Inn, Mansfield Road. For more info call Alan Bush on 07833 232215.

Nottingham City Petanque Club - play French boules at Valley Road, Sherwood, NG5 3HU opposite the Fiveways pub on Tuesdays at 7pm and Sundays at 2pm. Visit www.nottinghampetanque.com or leave a message on 07972 424052. New members welcome, first 3 vists free.

Light Exercise - Gedling Asian Elders Assoc. Light chair exercise £3 including tea, biscuits & freshly prepared meal. Every Tues 11am -2pm. St Marks Church Hall, De-Vere Gardens, Woodthorpe. Tel Surjitsingh on 0115 958 3244 for more info.

Nottingham Cactus & Succulent Society - meet on 1st Wed monthly at Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Queens Rd, Beeston, NG9 2FF. Doors open 7pm for 7.30pm - 9.30pm. Friendly group, outside speakers. All welcome. Further details please call 013325 11970 or go to www.nottingham.bcss.org.uk

Crafty Craft Club - every Thursday 2pm - 4pm at Arnold United Reformed Church, Calverton Road, Arnold. All welcome.

Complementary Therapies, Health and Well-Being - Every 4th Tuesday, 7.30 to 10pm, Arnold Library Meeting Room. Entrance fee. Refreshments. Contact- Jacky 01636 815739, Jayne 0115 926 2068.

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

Card Playing - small, friendly group, learn Tichu, a 4 player game. More strategic than poker, simpler and more fun than bridge, it’s a game all ages can enjoy. We meet once monthly, Saturday evenings. Contact: [email protected]

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: [email protected] or tel: 0115 920 4780.

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.

Woodthorpe Singers - friendly mixed voice choir. Meet every Monday 8pm - 9.40pm at St Marks Church Hall, Woodthorpe. All welcome - no auditions. Contact Majorie for more info: 0115 931 3965

Coffee Morning - every Tuesday - 10am til 1pm. Refreshments and a good old chat. New Testament Church, 173-175 Carlton Road, NG3 2FX.

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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.

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

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 0115 914 1076 or 0115 915 9119.

Classic Cars, Bikes & Custom - Likeminded enthusiasts meet at Cafe Janais, Cattle Market, Nott’ham. 2nd & 4th Wed every month. For info call Brian on 07836 794541.

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 Janet-0115 9375861.

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 [email protected]. A bientot.Chair Based Exercise - new members welcome. Free weekly classes at 1.45pm Tuesdays at The CORE Centre, 17 St Wilfred’s Square, Calverton. Call 0115 847 0551 for info on our other classes.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.

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 Judith on 0115 953 1695.

Grand Central Chorus - Sing in harmony with the GCC. 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.

The Nottingham Branch of the Hardy Plant Society - meet on the 2nd Friday monthly (Oct-April) at West Bridgford Community Hall, Church Dr, West Bridgford, NG2 6AY at 7.30pm. Programme of guest speakers. Summer coach trips. Further info: www.hardy-plant.org.uk/groups/nottingham or call Sylvia Bennett: 01949 836882/e:[email protected] 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

Bonington Film Club - Membership £1 per year. Film admission £2.50. Films shown regularly to members in the Bonington Theatre. To join contact Pauline Allan: 0115 967 6722 or [email protected]

Bestwood Village WI - meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month 7.15pm-9.30pm at Bestwood Village Community Centre, Moor Rd, NG6 8TL. To check out our programme of events go to www.bestwoodvillagewi.org.uk or email: [email protected]

Age UK Notts Membership - over 40 social activities a month in and around Nottingham - everything from coffee mornings to table tennis! Call 0115 841 4473 for more information.

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.

Nottingham Backgammon Club - Meet Mondays at 9pm at the Horse & Groom (8 cask ales, sandwiches, friendly atmosphere), Radford Rd, NG7 7EA. No membership fees, no playing fees. Call Keith Gray - 07717 058856 for more info.

Roundabout Social Club - for 50+ single, separated, widowed & divorced. Every Wednesday and a full monthly programme at Federation House, Claremont Road, Sherwood. 8pm -11pm. Tel: Joy on 07790 624374 or www.nottinghamroundabout.co.uk

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.

Nottingham Reiki - teaches reiki in weekly classes every Thursday. All welcome. 7pm - 9pm at St Johns Community Hall, 1 Nottingham Road, Hucknall, NG15 7QN. Call 0789 627 9350 for details.

Woodcarving Club - Tuesdays 7 - 9pm at Sherbrook Scout Camp, Mansfield Lane, Calverton (Sept to mid-June). Small friendly group, beginners very welcome. Contact Alan: 01949 837682

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 [email protected]. Visit our park community cafe 10-noon Saturdays at Dynamo House, off Park Road, Bestwood Village.

National Council of Women - Nottingham & Notts Branch - meet last Monday in month 1.30pm for 2pm-3.30pm at Sherwood Methodist Church, Devon Drive, Sherwood. For more info call 0115 950 3733. www.ncwgb.org

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: [email protected]

Sherwood Chorus - is an informal choir consisting of people who enjoy singing but cannot read music. Meet every Monday at 7pm - 9pm at the Ukrainian Cultural Centre, 403 Mansfield Rd, Carrington, NG5 2DP. For more info email: [email protected] or just turn up. Admission £2 towards room hire.

Woodthorpe Singers - friendly, mixed voice choir. Meet every Monday 8pm - 9.40pm at St Marks Church Hall, Woodthorpe. All welcome - No auditions. Contact Marjorie 0115 931 3965


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