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useful information 60puzzle solutions 60

adult community diary 50,51

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H NOTTS BUILDING & ROOFING LTD HFREE estimates and advice

NO JOB TOO BIG OR SMALLSpecialists in all aspects of building and roofing

NEW ROOFS AND REPAIRSRidge tiles | Chimney stacks | Valleys | Tiling | Slating

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Sherwood Area’s Local Tree Surgeon

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Have you considered? Just like the rest of your property your trees may need some maintenance from time to time? Are your trees too tall, unsafe or untidy? Are they blocking light from yours, or your neighbour’s property?

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Greg DrozdowskiApproved Chimney Sweep

Member of the Guild of Master Chimney SweepsHETAS Approved Stove Installation

Chimney LiningBird Guards Supplied and Fitted

CRB clearance and Full Public Liability Insurance

Tel: 01623 401128 or 07711 441459Email: [email protected]

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CCTV SherwoodFree Phone: 0800 0132341Gary Mobile: 07850 63690210% OAP DISCOUNT

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Mike Thompson

Joiner/BuilderCity & Guilds qualifi ed

Over 30 years experienceAll Woodwork Fences & Gates Painting & Paper Hanging Glazing Tiling (fl oors & walls) Flat Pack Assembly Arnold based

No Job Too SmallFor a free quote and advice call Mike

on

0115 967 3331 or 07957 432172


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ERNHALE ROOFINGALL ASPECTS OF ROOFING REPAIRS

Tel: (0115) 993 1792 Mob: 07752 772410

Stacks dropped or capped | Ridges re-bed | re-pointing | insurance workSlating & Tiling | Flat roofs: new or repair | guttering etc...

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

Call Mike on0115 840 2047 | 07968 314312

[email protected]

Over 21 years British Gas experience

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Garden & Home Services

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HOW TO CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BEAT

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To contact your local beat team telephone

Nottingham Police on 101

Neighbourhood Policing Sergeant:

Sgt 620 Nicholas Wealthall

Team Phone No: 101 Ext: 802 4646

Team Members:PC 2820 Stephen

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Find your Safer Neighbourhoods team by entering your postcode

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Cyclists; love them or hate them you can’t deny that they are everywhere at the moment.

Whether or not you like taking to the road on two wheels, you can probably appreciate that having a car crawling behind you while waiting to pass is just as frustrating for the cyclist as it is for the driver.

And as the weather perks up, you can guarantee that more and more people will be taking their bike out for a ride.

So please, whether you are behind a wheel or at the handle bars, let’s all be patient and considerate on the roads and don’t forget those helmets.

But it’s not just your own safety that you need to be mindful of, take a moment to think about the security of your bike otherwise you could be facing a long walk home.

Most bike owners do the right thing by securing their cycles to allocated posts. The problem is the chains that are often used are very easy to cut.

Putting a £5 padlock or chain on a £1,000 bike is a bit like closing your front door but leaving it unlocked. It isn’t enough to stop criminals.

Take pride in your ride. Lock up your bike if you leave it, no matter how short your stop, and always park where it can be seen clearly.

D-locks are stronger than cable locks or chains as they are a solid metal and very difficult to cut through. Make sure the lock is

tight so that your bike is difficult to move around, twist or lever when it is parked.

Never lock your bike to something that is weaker than your lock and never leave the lock lying on the ground where it could be smashed easily.

Mark your bike’s frame via Bike Register or with Selectamark or CreMark.

Always keep a record of the frame/serial number and take photos of your bike, including details such as the make, model, frame size, colour and any other unique markings that could help us find it.

Register those details at www.immobilise.com or www.bikeregister.com as this will help us get your bike back to you if it is stolen and later recovered.

Report suspicious or unusual activity around bikes to police on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 with any information.

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James Painting & DecoratingYour local time served, professional decorator

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Tel: 01157 521954 Mob: 07979 555355Email: [email protected]

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Fully insured with over 20 years experienceLoft conversions

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Doors and windows • Decking • Fencing

For free estimates & advice contact glenn on: -0115 840 2397 / 07971174656

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BEECROFTS JOINERYBEECROFTS JOINERYAll joinery work undertaken by a time served

tradesman with 25 years experience.

Call Brendan for friendly advice and a quote

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All internal & external doors, hard & soft wood, supplied & fitted. All types of wood flooring fitted. Kitchens supplied and fitted.

Happy to undertake any job, large or small.

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The Nottingham Centre (supporters of National Trust) has enjoyed a very successful twelve months under the excellent leadership of Sylvia Hale, who took over as chairman last year.

This year’s summer excursions got off to a good start with a visit to the Macclesfield Silk Museums, and Cuckoo Clock Museum. This was followed by a trip to Iron Bridge Gorge museums in May.In June, members are looking forward to a day in Lincolnshire, visiting Alford Manor House, reputedly the largest thatched manor house in England. After lunch the party moves on to Gunby Hall. There are no booked tours here so visitors are free to explore the lovely gardens at leisure.Keen walkers can also enjoy an organised ‘TV’ walk through Lyme Park in the Peak District. Then in August a three day walking holiday is planned.

The thriving Garden Interest Group will visit Doddington Hall Gardens, near Lincoln, Park Farm, Southwell, and Penarth Gardens, Sherwood, a beautiful garden found in the unlikely setting of the old Nottingham Brickwork quarry.

The Nottingham Centre is affiliated to National Trust and takes pleasure in contributing financially to NT properties in need. Over the past year donations have been given to several properties, including Belton House, Croome Park, Rufford Old Hall, and Stoneywell, a beautiful ‘Arts and Crafts’ house in Leicestershire, a recent acquisition.

The cost to join the Nottingham Centre is £6.00 for individual membership, £10.00 per couple, but it is necessary to be a member of National Trust to join. It is a friendly organisation offering something for everyone. In winter meetings are held at The Mechanics, North Sherwood Street, Nottingham.

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D OF E Success for 2418 (Sherwood) Squadron

2013 saw 2418 (Sherwood) Squadron achieve 43 Duke of Edinburgh Awards, consisting of 23 Bronze, 16 Silver and 4 Gold awards. Pictured are some of the squadron receiving their awards from Sqn Ldr Carl Wilson.

Flight Lieutenant Donna Bates said “We have 50 enrolled cadets on the squadron, so that equates to 86%”. She continues “So what about the other 14%?”. “Well they were simply under the age to enrol them in the DofE Scheme!” replied Flight Lietenant David Wheeler. What an amazing set of results!

2014 should see the squadron continue this success as each cadet passing Bronze and Silver moves up to the next level.

2418 Welcomes the National Cadet Coordinator of Ghana

On Thursday the 20th March 2014, 2418 squadron welcomed General Nicholas Nii Tettey-Amarteifio, the national cadet coordinator of Ghana, to sample a night with a British Air Cadet squadron.

The General received a warm welcome from all the cadets and staff at 2418 squadron who were honoured to host him for the evening. He, along with his fellow guests, looked around the squadron and talked to the cadets to get an understanding of what a night on the squadron was like. He also talked to cadets about the Ghana cadet force and what they would normally do on a night at their unit. One cadet said “it was a great experience to be able to meet such a distinguished guest”. On the squadron’s final parade, the General spoke to the whole squadron and taught them a few of the Ghana traditions on how to thank people.

2418 Race to the Finish Line at Regional Cross Country

Recently, Sgt Jamie Knighton, 19, Cadet Darron Scott, 16 and Cadet Emily Ellis, 13 represented the Wing at Inter Wing Cross Country at RAF Cranwell. Throughout the tough, intense race Sgt Jamie Knighton managed to maintain a positive attitude working hard with his team members.

Sgt Knighton came a staggering 7th place out of twenty-four runners. He said he felt overwhelmed and proud. Overall Junior Men came 2nd out of six teams in the Region. Sgt Jamie Knighton walked away with a silver medal and was honoured to be representing South and East Midlands Wing for the

last time.Cdt Emily Ellis and Cdt Darron Scott on the other hand were running for the first time representing the Wing and they gave it their all. Overall South and East Midlands finished 3rd.

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Annual Presentation EveningIn March, 2418 Sherwood Squadron held their

annual presentation evening at Ramsdale Golf Club. Many of the cadets and their families attended the awards ceremony. Wing staff officer Squadron Leader Wilson presented the cadets with their awards despite still being in recovery from a road accident. After this the Squadron Leader made a speech congratulating the cadets and staff on how organized and motivated the squadron was.Cadets were rewarded for all their hard work,

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Girlguiding Nottinghamshire is looking for help to build a library of pictures covering 100 years of Brownies across the county.

This year marks the centenary of the formation of Brownies, which is the section of Girlguiding specifically for girls aged 7-10. Activities to mark the milestone are taking place all

over the UK and one of the projects here in Nottinghamshire is to compile a digital photo-album showing Brownies in action over the decades. The pictures will also be used to support news stories about the Brownies’ celebrations, and the best ones will be sent to ITV Central News for a feature later in the year.

‘We’re asking people to scour their attics and old photograph albums to find archive pictures of local Brownies and their leaders,’ says Aspley Guide Leader Kayleigh Hunt, who is managing the project for Girlguiding Nottinghamshire. ‘The pictures should be scanned and sent to us by e-mail, accompanied by brief details as to who’s in the picture and when or where it was taken. The images will be added into our Big Brownie Photo-Album, creating a unique record of Brownies in Notts.’

K a y l e i g h stresses that she is not asking for treasured original photographs to be sent in. ‘We need digital files only, preferably jpgs,’ she says. ‘But anyone without access to a scanner is welcome to get in touch and I’ll do my best to help get their pictures added to our album!’

Images and queries should go to Kayleigh Hunt at [email protected]

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Girlguiding Nottinghamshire is looking for help to build a library of pictures covering 100 years of Brownies across the county.

This year marks the centenary of the formation of Brownies, which is the section of Girlguiding specifically for girls aged 7-10. Activities to mark the milestone are taking place all

over the UK and one of the projects here in Nottinghamshire is to compile a digital photo-album showing Brownies in action over the decades. The pictures will also be used to support news stories about the Brownies’ celebrations, and the best ones will be sent to ITV Central News for a feature later in the year.

‘We’re asking people to scour their attics and old photograph albums to find archive pictures of local Brownies and their leaders,’ says Aspley Guide Leader Kayleigh Hunt, who is managing the project for Girlguiding Nottinghamshire. ‘The pictures should be scanned and sent to us by e-mail, accompanied by brief details as to who’s in the picture and when or where it was taken. The images will be added into our Big Brownie Photo-Album, creating a unique record of Brownies in Notts.’

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Concerts and gigs are a big part of modern teenage culture, especially for me. There seems to be a massive amount of bands and arti sts playing at so many diff erent venues and, over the past couple of months, I have had the chance to experience three very diff erent types of gigs: the sold-out arena tour, the smaller gig venue and local bands at a nearby pub. But does the size of the venue change the experience or is it really all about the music?

Fall Out Boy at the NIA, Birmingham- This year, Fall Out Boy have stormed back into the music scene and their fans proved how much they missed them by selling out their UK arena tour. No one can deny the excitement of the arena tour; tens of thousands of people screaming the same lyrics, balloons and confetti falling from the ceiling and the room being lit with lighters and phone screens during the classic ballads. I experienced all of these things at the Fall Out Boy gig and, without sounding too corny, it is magical. But you are so far away!

All Time Low at the 02 Academy, Birmingham-Although this venue was signifi cantly smaller than an arena, there is sti ll a very disti ncti ve, energeti c atmosphere. If you like squishy, packed crowds then this is the place for you. For some, this might sound like hell, but being that up-close and personal to fans who are just there to enjoy the band creates what you could describe as a music community. This inti macy means that when the lead guitarist decides to jump into the crowd, you get the excitement of touching his hand just for a second- that’s a good feeling that All Time Low captured perfectly.

Local open mic nights-I’ve been to a lot of these recently watching my sister’s band ‘A Perfect Lie’ performing both electric and acousti c sets. It’s great watching new, young bands because you can tell how much they appreciate you taking the ti me to watch them. You can just see how much fun they are having and how much energy they bring and that just makes the experience so much more enjoyable. It’s cheap and there are always local venues to go to so you have no real excuse to not go and support your local bands! You never know, they might be touring the world one day and you would have seen them fi rst; that would be cool.

I personally think that music can be enjoyed wherever and whoever it is. Be open minded and willing to try new venues and genres because you might just fi nd a new obsession!

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All Time Low at the 02 Academy,

Although this venue was signifi cantly smaller than an arena, there is sti ll a very disti ncti ve, energeti c atmosphere. If you like squishy, packed crowds then this is the place for you. For some, this might sound like hell, but being that up-close and personal to fans who are just there to enjoy the band creates what you could describe as a music community. This inti macy means that

Ella’s Gig GuideElla’s Gig GuideElla’s Gig

for me. There seems to be a massive amount of bands and arti sts playing at so many diff erent venues and, over the past couple of months, I have had the chance to experience three very diff erent types of gigs: the sold-out arena tour, the smaller gig venue and local bands at a nearby pub. But does the size of the venue change the experience or is it really all about the

for me. There seems to be a massive amount of bands and arti sts playing at so many diff erent venues and, over into the crowd, you get the excitement

experience or is it really all about the

for me. There seems to be a massive amount of bands and arti sts playing at so many diff erent venues and, over the past couple of months, I have had the chance to experience three very diff erent types of gigs: the sold-out arena tour, the smaller gig venue and local bands at a nearby pub. But does the size of the venue change the experience or is it really all about the

community. This inti macy means that when the lead guitarist decides to jump into the crowd, you get the excitement of touching his hand just for a second- that’s a good feeling that All Time Low captured perfectly.

Local open mic nights-I’ve been to a lot of these recently watching my sister’s band ‘A Perfect Lie’ performing both electric and

into the crowd, you get the excitement of touching his hand just for a second- that’s a good feeling that All Time Low captured perfectly.

Local open mic nights-I’ve been to a lot of these recently

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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. Call Phil on 07985 419101 or 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.

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For the last week in June, artists will be showcasing their work and sharing their skills in a week to celebrate local creativity. So much is going on - all thanks to the voluntary efforts of local residents and artists coming together to promote the belief that 'Art is for Everyone'. There will be Art in Shops windows throughout the week, The Secret Garden Craft Fair (Sat 21st June at Sherwood URC, Edwards Lane), the Remarkable Recycling Gala (Sun 22nd June at Sherwood Community Centre), a range of affordable daytime and evening workshops, performances in a variety of unusual places, the 2014 Poetry Pamphlet and an Exhibition weekend from Friday 27th - Sunday 29th June. If you can knit then you are invited to help brighten up Mansfield Rd for the week and if you have any time to give as a steward - it would be much appreciated! Young Artists aged 5 - 18 are being invited to enter work in SAW's first Young Artists Competition (2D and no bigger than A2) and

all entries will be on display at St Martins on Sat 28th and Sun 29th June. Work needs to be taken to The Place Activity Centre (2a Melrose St) on either Fri 30th May between 10am - 12 noon or Sat 7th June between 12.30pm - 2.30pm. For more details call the Sherwood Art Week number 0115 824 0102. The main sponsors for Sherwood Art Week 2014 are Firth and Scott and Burlington Jazz. Burlington Jazz will be holding a concert at St Johns on Saturday 28th June at 7.15pm - tickets £8 / £6 from 0115 960 66236 (or pick them up at the Crimson Tree or A Room Full of Butterflies). We hope you enjoy all the opportunities to get involved during Sherwood Art Week. Look online for the full programme and details of the 120 artists exhibiting and selling work this year at www.sherwoodartweek.co.uk Sherwood Art Weeks is entirely organised by local volunteers with the support of local businesses and Sherwood Councillors.

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Ella’s Teen Talk:

Ella Higginbotham aged 16

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They say that you can’t choose your family, but what about your second family? What about the family that you spend every ‘working’ day of the week with? This family can definitely be your own personal pick and for lots of us it takes many years to perfect; swapping and changing friendship groups in primary school and ending up with a new best friend every day. However in our teenage years we seem to have grown out of this and we all have friends that are there to stay- our second family.

I am lucky enough to have found a group that are as wacky as me. You can’t have friends that don’t understand your weird ways (and you of course have to trust them to not tell everyone else these weird ways!). I see some friendship groups that constantly argue over silly things and it’s impossible to keep up with who is friends with who or who took who’s side- it must be exhausting! If you can’t stick with your friends for longer than a week without some sort of dispute then maybe they aren’t your ‘best friends for life’ after all. With the stress of school and families that some teens have to live with, a solid friendship group is needed for that support and release when you just need a laugh!

In secondary schools, everyone always pictures the stereotypical friendship divide: the nerds, the jocks, the popular group. But is that realistic? Are we living in ‘Mean Girls’? Maybe to some extent but in the big picture, we are all just sleepy teenagers that turn up to school and complain together about being there. The biggest stereotypical problem is that you can barely walk down the corridor with a member of the opposite sex without being attacked with wolf whistles and questions about if you are a new couple. Sure, some people tease, but really, after five years in school, they should have realised that you are not a new couple and just friends!

Basically, friends can torment you sometimes but that’s what they’re there for! Imagine how boring life would be if everyone was serious the whole time; that doesn’t appeal to me! If you can’t have a laugh with and get support from your friends then what is the point?!


Ella’s Teen Talk:

Ella Higginbotham aged 16

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They say that you can’t choose your family, but what about your second family? What about the family that you spend every ‘working’ day of the week with? This family can definitely be your own personal pick and for lots of us it takes many years to perfect; swapping and changing friendship groups in primary school and ending up with a new best friend every day. However in our teenage years we seem to have grown out of this and we all have friends that are there to stay- our second family.

I am lucky enough to have found a group that are as wacky as me. You can’t have friends that don’t understand your weird ways (and you of course have to trust them to not tell everyone else these weird ways!). I see some friendship groups that constantly argue over silly things and it’s impossible to keep up with who is friends with who or who took who’s side- it must be exhausting! If you can’t stick with your friends for longer than a week without some sort of dispute then maybe they aren’t your ‘best friends for life’ after all. With the stress of school and families that some teens have to live with, a solid friendship group is needed for that support and release when you just need a laugh!

In secondary schools, everyone always pictures the stereotypical friendship divide: the nerds, the jocks, the popular group. But is that realistic? Are we living in ‘Mean Girls’? Maybe to some extent but in the big picture, we are all just sleepy teenagers that turn up to school and complain together about being there. The biggest stereotypical problem is that you can barely walk down the corridor with a member of the opposite sex without being attacked with wolf whistles and questions about if you are a new couple. Sure, some people tease, but really, after five years in school, they should have realised that you are not a new couple and just friends!

Basically, friends can torment you sometimes but that’s what they’re there for! Imagine how boring life would be if everyone was serious the whole time; that doesn’t appeal to me! If you can’t have a laugh with and get support from your friends then what is the point?!

Why can I not get rid of the fl eas on my cat, even though I am treating him?

The main reason fl ea control is not working is either you are not using an effective treatment, you are not using it frequently enough or you are not controlling reinfection from eggs left in the cat's local environment.Flea treatment should be carried out all the year round, it is important that you also treat carpets etc for fl ea eggs & larvae and that you treat all cats, dogs and even rabbits living in the house.Always get advice from your veterinary surgeon or pharmacist who should be able to provide you with the most effective treatments.

Why is my dog itchy in Summer? He may be licking his feet, scratching his ears, his skin may be red and hot and he may be losing hair from his coat. The most common cause of itching is ECZEMA or allergic dermatitis. This is a very common problem especially in Summer.Eczema is due to an allergic reaction to things in the environment such as Fleas, Tree & Grass Pollens.If your dog shows some or all of these signs then it is best if he is taken to the vet who will try to assess the problem and prescribe relevant treatments, these often include fl ea control, medicated shampoo and tablets to combat itches and infections.

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the best way to help it continue - and brings with it benefits such as newsletters. Whether for yourself or as a present for another, this gift ‘keeps on giving’. Alternatively, weekly or monthly payments, direct from a bank account or by cheque can be

arranged. Yearly membership is currently OAP/student/unwaged at £3.50, single at £7 or family at £10 – whilst tax can be reclaimed on Gift Aid status donations.As one volunteer explains on costs: ‘If, for example, existing members gave just £1 a week, this would buy a year’s supply of insulin and needles for a diabetic cat, or microchips for fostered animals.’ As a registered charity, donators can be assured that every donation goes where it should; helping dogs like Ellie (pictured) who readers may recall was found in an appalling state … but thanks to the charity’s supporters was rehomed to a lovely home.To join or donate to help Animal Accident Rescue Unit’s work, visit www.aaru.org.uk to join securely online using Paypal, email [email protected], call 0115-932 1555 or write to Animal Accident Rescue Unit, PO Box 5414, Nottingham NG14 5DT for a membership form.

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Preparing For Interview by Helen Jones

The UK economy is forecast to grow this year with most predictions running well above 2%. As the employment market becomes increasingly fluid the opportunity for interview becomes much more likely.There are many things that can be done to maximise the potential for success when connecting with a possible employer. In any situation preparation is key as the lack of it can seriously inhibit self-confidence.

Before any type of interview give yourself plenty of time to• Research the role and the organisation – think about how your experience and skills fit the job and company ethos• Anticipate the questions you may be asked – prepare answers• Find out how the interview will be conducted e.g. single, panel, groupMany employers will screen candidates by telephone initially. When preparing for this type of interview it’s important to consider: • Your tone of voice – be enthusiastic and use positive language• Battery life – charge your mobile fully before the interview• Location – find a quiet place where you will not be disturbedAt a face to face interview it’s imperative that you stand out from the crowd for all the right reasons by ensuring:• You arrive on time or better still, early• You are organised. Take along your application, CV and examples of work ( if appropriate)with you• You listen carefully to the questions and answer concisely• Your body language is confident and outgoing. It’s a proven fact that non-verbal communication is an important factor when considering applicants• You have practised the points that you want to get across. Build your confidence by hearing yourself speak before the actual meetingTime and time again we encounter candidates who have represented themselves poorly at interview because they did not get the basics right before attending. It is imperative that you• Plan the day of the interview, especially the journey. Take cash in case you need to take a taxi or bus unexpectedly, carry an A-Z map or put the destination postcode into Google maps on your mobile to prevent getting lost• Decide beforehand what to wear and set it out the night before – clean and pressed. Suits and business wear are the best option with clean, polished shoes• Get an early night – it makes sense!For further advice or help with your recruitment needs please contact me direct [email protected] “Our Talent is Finding Yours” © Helen Jones

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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.

Nottingham Playgoers - Interested in Theatre? We read the plays, visit the theatre & discuss them afterwards. We’re a very friendly group meeting Tuesday evenings 7-9pm at the Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nott’ham. Contact Sue Cullen on 0115 847 8423.Arnold & District Camera Club - meet every 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.

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]

Wednesday Lunch Club - Arnold Methodist Church. Cooked meal, company & friendship. Contact Mavis Flewitt on 952 0919.Woodthorpe W.I - meets 1st Monday of the month (except January) @ Good Shepherd Church Hall, 7.30pm. New members welcome. Contact 0115 993 1796.

Light Exercise - Gedling Asian Elders Association. light exercise (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 information.

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.

Indian Classical Dance - one to one or small groups sessions. £5 per hr. Call Aparna on 920 3319/07737 897720.

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.

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.

Arnold Branch of the U3A - meet at 1.30pm on the first Tuesday of the month at Arnold Methodist Church - Chairman 0115 920 1160 or visit www.arnoldu3a.org

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]

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 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 0733Friends 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.

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.

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

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

Yoga - Mondays, Carrington. St John’s NG5 2DP Fun, uplifting, aerobic, relaxing, meditative. Contact - 07760886393 or [email protected] or www.yoganova.co.uk for details.

Sherwood Community Centre - Mansfield Rd. Tel: 0115 962 1153 for more information on a range of activities or room hire.Sherwood Craft Group - is a small friendly group of crafters. We cover a wide variety of crafts. For full details please phone Alma on 0115 841 0144.

Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.ssae.org.uk

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]

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 Geoff or Margaret on 0115 9141076/07806 608032.

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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]

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.

Nottingham Playgoers - Interested in Theatre? We read the plays, visit the theatre & discuss them afterwards. We’re a very friendly group meeting Tuesday evenings 7-9pm at the Mechanics, North Sherwood St, Nott’ham. Contact Sue Cullen on 0115 847 8423.Arnold & District Camera Club - meet every 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.

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]

Wednesday Lunch Club - Arnold Methodist Church. Cooked meal, company & friendship. Contact Mavis Flewitt on 952 0919.Woodthorpe W.I - meets 1st Monday of the month (except January) @ Good Shepherd Church Hall, 7.30pm. New members welcome. Contact 0115 993 1796.

Light Exercise - Gedling Asian Elders Association. light exercise (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 information.

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.

Indian Classical Dance - one to one or small groups sessions. £5 per hr. Call Aparna on 920 3319/07737 897720.

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.

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.

Arnold Branch of the U3A - meet at 1.30pm on the first Tuesday of the month at Arnold Methodist Church - Chairman 0115 920 1160 or visit www.arnoldu3a.org

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]

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 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 0733Friends 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.

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.

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

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

Yoga - Mondays, Carrington. St John’s NG5 2DP Fun, uplifting, aerobic, relaxing, meditative. Contact - 07760886393 or [email protected] or www.yoganova.co.uk for details.

Sherwood Community Centre - Mansfield Rd. Tel: 0115 962 1153 for more information on a range of activities or room hire.Sherwood Craft Group - is a small friendly group of crafters. We cover a wide variety of crafts. For full details please phone Alma on 0115 841 0144.

Society for the Study of Ancient Egypt - lectures held 6 times a year -plus special events & trips. New members welcome - expect a warm, friendly welcome. For further info call 01246 276771 or www.ssae.org.uk

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]

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 Geoff or Margaret on 0115 9141076/07806 608032.

Bridge or Cribbage Players - looking for a new challenge? Why not join our small, friendly group and learn to play TICHU. We meet every 3-4 weeks in Sherwood/Mapperley. Contact: [email protected]

Community Diary cont.....

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.

Art Craft - Sherwood Depot Activity Centre, Melrose St (behind the old bus depot) - Art Craft, Music, Languages, Dance, Self improvement. Join in or hire space yourself. Tel: Jane or Jeremy 0115 985 6777.

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

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

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.

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. In summer coach trips to insirational gardens. Further info: www.hardy-plant.org.uk/groups/nottingham or call Sylvia Bennett: 01949 836882/e:[email protected] Dance - run by Nottingham Osteoporosis Society. Every Thursday 1.30pm - 4pm at Sherwood Community Centre. £2.50 includes tea and biscuits. All welcome.

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.

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.Drawing & Painting Classes - at Sherwood Textile Workshop on Mansfield Road, Sherwood. Classes to learn how to use oil paint, watercolours, acrylics and Chinese brush painting. Thursday and Friday evenings 6.30 to 9.30. We also do life drawing on Wednesday afternoon from 2 to 6pm. For more info call Peter on 0115 931 2422.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.

Coffee Morning - every Tuesday - 10am til 1pm. Refreshments and a good old chat. New Testament Church, 173-175 Carlton Road, NG3 2FX.Meditation Classes - Weekly on Mondays, 7.30 - 9pm. Drop-in classes suitable for all, Akshobya Kadampa Buddhist Centre, 5 Pelham Road, Sherwood Rise, NG5 1AP. Tel: 0115 985 7356Patterns & 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.

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

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

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.

The Dover Beck Flower ClubBurton Joyce Village Hall

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Thurs June 19th - “Purely for Pleasure” - Richard TwistletonThurs July 17th - “Pots of Style” - Beverley ArtisFor more information and tickets please call 0115 966 4771

Nottingham Flower ClubJune 26 - Demonstration with Julie Woods from CambridgeJuly 10 - Demonstration by Flower Clubs members

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

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Bluecoat School, NG8 5GY

Come Dancing in SherwoodEvery Friday night - 7.30 - 11pmCouples - Div/Sep - Singles - ALL WELCOMEBallroom • Sequence • LatinBig Band Sounds Music by JohnFederation House, Claremont Rd, SherwoodFor more info call 07973 828632

The Tony Farrell Big BandSwings Into Town

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Saturday 7th June 2014, 8pm Tickets in advance £10/u16’s £5

Tel: 0115 956 0733www.tonyfarrellbigband.co.uk

Nottingham& NottsFuchsiaSociety

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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]

Nottingham Miscarriage Support - For anyone effected 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]

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]

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].

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Sherwood Stroke Club - meets every fortnight on Fridays 10.30am - 2pm. United Reform Church Hall, Edwards Lane, Sherwood. Offering friendship & support. New members welcome. For details call 0115 962 6410 or 0115 926 7853.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 Kevin or Alison on 0115 962 1153Carer’s Support Group - meet alternate Fridays 10am - 12pm at Sherwood Community Centre. Contact Kevin 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.

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

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

ADHD - 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.

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.

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

Positive 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]

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]

Notts 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 56162

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]

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.

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.

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Volunteers needed in Retail, Day Therapy & Many More Areas!

Nottinghamshire Hospice is a registered charity that cares for people who have

been diagnosed with a life-limiting illnessTo find out more please contact our

Volunteer Officer Stephen Goddard on:0115 910 1008 or

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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]

Contact the Elderly - If you want to make a difference to the lives of elderly people in your local community, why not consider volunteering for Contact the Elderly? We are a national charity tackling acute loneliness among isolated older people, aged 75 and over, by organising free, monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties. Please contact Pamela Walker on 0121 603 1331 or [email protected] for more info.

Coping with Anxiety - meet first & third Tuesday, 7pm til 9pm, monthly at Sherwood Community Centre, Mansfield Road, Sherwood. For more info call Albert Godfrey on 0115 967 9409 or email: [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]

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

SMART Recovery Groups - help people to gain control over their drinking, drugs and other addictions. Peer-led meetings are held in Nottingham on Thursday evenings & Saturday mornings. New groups are also starting in the County. For meeting details please visit www.smartrecovery.org.uk/ or contact Self Help Nottingham’s Information Line 0115 911 1661 (Mon-Fri 9am - 1pm) or email: [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.ukHeydays 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)

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

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

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.

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]

Dizzy Self Help Group - is for anyone in the Nottingham area with balance problems, whatever the cause. The group’s bi-monthly meetings are a social occasion, with speakers on a variety of topics, to provide an opportunity to meet fellow sufferers and for mutual support. The meeting dates for the rest of 2014 are June 10th, August 12th, October 14th and December 9th, all between 2 and 4pm at Self -Help Nottingham, 32-34 Pelham Street, Nottingham. Just turn up at a meeting or ring Jeff on 0115 8451360

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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 first Friday of the month.

Introducing Carlton Brass..

Our roots date back to the old Netherfield Railwayman’s Silver Band formed in 1902 at the Colwick Locomotive Depot, part of the Great Northern Railway. Carlton Band Organisation now consists of two sister bands Carlton Brass (Nottingham) 2nd Section Band, and Carlton Brass Training Band. Both bands attend a wide range of events from contests to weddings and Christmas Carols. Carlton Training Band have just started sending out their requirement squad to local schools, providing an interactive assembly and getting children interested in their local brass band. With having the two sister bands we cater for a wide range of abilities and age groups ranging from 8 to the over 50s. You are never too old to learn a new skill! If you fancy giving it a go for further information please contact: Heather Foley 07954384987 or Gwen Woolley 07747 196808

Music for Everyone gets Sherwood singing!

Nottingham based music education charity, Music for Everyone, is recruiting for singers to join their daytime choir in Sherwood. Especially designed

for singers of all abilities and experience, the choir rehearse on a Thursday afternoon from 2pm - 4pm at Sherwood Methodist Church. So is Music for Everyone’s aim to get everyone in Nottingham Singing? Angela Kay of Newark, founder and Artistic Director of Music for Everyone for the past 30 years exclaimed “Let's hope so, we started with just one group in 1983 and now we have numerous choirs and other ensembles rehearsing and performing all over the city and county, so who knows!” Anyone interested in joining Daytime Voices can try out a session for free on Thursday 12 June at Sherwood Methodist Church (2pm - 4pm). For more information contact Music for Everyone on 0115 9589312 email [email protected] or visit their website

www.music-for-everyone.org

Eastwood Collieries’ Male Voice Choir – 93 years old and still going strong!

Founded in 1920, ECMVC is still very much alive and kicking all these years later. ECMVC is not only very proud of its history but continues to innovate and promote the very best of male voice singing as it performs for local groups and audiences, hosts visiting choirs and joins others as guests elsewhere.In 2008, ECMVC took a bold idea and turned it into reality. What about inviting a few other local choirs to join in and raise some much needed funds for charity? Sounds Sensational was born and has raised thousands of pounds for charity over the years.As important as these events are, the choir have at their heart the need to promote the enjoyment of singing whilst performing on their own for local organisations. For the very latest news and concert details, please visit the choir’s website – www.ecmvc.org.

Ravenshead Community ChoirConcert - 20 July

Doors open 2.30pmTickets £4 adults/£2 children

01623 431674 for tickets


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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:

12 June & 15 July : 7 - 9pmat Family Care, 28 Magdala Rd, NG3 5DFIf you would like to attend or find out more

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Sergio Seelochan has lived in Sherwood for over 20 years and has been cycling for the last 20 years. Since 2011 Sergio has raised over £4000 for Scope, one the UK’s leading disability charities, an amazing achievement.

On the 5th July this year, along with another 299 cyclists, Sergio will set out from London on a quest to cycle to Paris in only 24 hours.

This 24 hour cycle challenge is to raise more moeny for Scope. Leaving Blackheath London at 12 Noon on Saturday 5th July the riders hope to cover the 280 miles to Paris, arriving at the Eiffel Tower by Sunday 6th July.

Last year the ride took place on the hottest weekend of the year and Paris sweltered in 35° sunshine. Sergio remembers: “It was most unwelcome when you've been cycling all through the night! But it was worth it for the estimated £300,000 that we all raised for Scope.”

This year the cyclists hope to raise even more for this fantastic charity. Readers can give on Sergios Virgin Money giving page http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/L2P24hrSergio and you can follow the ride via Strava live.

Sergio’s 24 Hour Challenge for

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