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Hunt for theMissing EasterChicksVisitors young

and old can takepart in a hunt for the

missing Easter Chickswho have escaped and are

thought to be hiding in the strangest ofplaces throughout the Museum. Date: Sat 31st March - Sun 15th April

2012Time: 1.45pm daily (part of the FamilyFriendly Tour), Tuesday to Sunday.Venue: D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum, 8a Victoria Street, Eastwood, NottinghamNG16 3DZAdmission: Normal admission charges apply

For more information, please contact oremail the D.H. Lawrence BirthplaceMuseum

Dog Olympic Fun DayAs part of the National Pet Month

promoting responsible pet ownership, D.H.Lawrence Heritage is encouraging familiesto bring along their canine friends for thismuch loved novelty dog show, with awardsincluding the waggiest tail, best mover andchild handling. Prizes to 10th place with aGold, Silver and Bronze for 1st, 2nd and 3rdplaced winner. There will be prizes for all

children and plentyof extras

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dogs, as well as stalls and on-siterefreshments.Date: Sun 15th April 2012Time: 11.00am to 4.00pm (judging startsfrom 12noon)Venue: Field adjacent to D.H. LawrenceHeritage Centre, Mansfield Road, Eastwood,Nottingham NG16 3DZAdmission: £1.00 per class entry

Book in to make bread from Green’s Millflour. For 3-6 years.Date: 12 Apr 2012Time: 11:00 - 13:00 Cost: £5.00Ticket: Booking is essential on 0115 9156878.Venue: Green’s WindmillWindmill Lane, Sneinton Nottingham NG2 4QBFriday Film Club: Walt Disney's 101 DalmatiansAs part of National Pet Month D.H.

Lawrence Heritage will be screening the1996 remake of the classic Walt Disney film'101 Dalmatians. Perdita and Pongo are in aspot of trouble! Their fifteen adorableDalmatian puppies have been dogknapped - and the number one suspect isthe ghastly Cruella De Vil. Starring GlenClose and Jeff Daniels.Certificate: 1996, UDate: Fri 13th April 2012Time: 11.00amVenue: D.H. Lawrence Heritage Centre,Mansfield Road, Eastwood, NottinghamNG16 3DZAdmission: Standard £3.00, Broxtowe

Leisure Card Holders £2.50, D.H.Lawrence Annual Members £2.00.

Follow Robin Hood and Hari intwo new family trails, and

complete the fun activitiesin the castle’s galleries

Date: 18 Feb 2012 - 18 Dec2012Time: 07:00 - 15:00Cost: Free activities -Normal CastleAdmission AppliesTicket: Free activities -Normal CastleAdmission AppliesBuy tickets at theGatehouseLocation:Nottingham Castle

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Seaside WindmillsGo along and make and decorate a seasidewindmill and then go up a real windmill! 3 years+Date: 13 Apr 2012 to 13 Apr 2012Time: 11:00-13:00Cost: £2.00Ticket: Just turn upLocation: Green’s Windmill, Windmill LaneSneinton Nottingham NG2 4QB

Green’s Mill Ad Hoc ActivitiesChildren must be accompanied by an adult.All ages welcome. To find out about anyscheduled ad hoc activities, please call 0115 915 6878.Date: 12 Apr 2012 to 15 Apr 2012Time: 11:00 - 16:00Cost: From £1.Ticket: To find out about any scheduled adhoc activities, please call 0115 915 6878.Location: Green’s Windmill, Windmill Lane,Sneinton Nottingham NG2 4QB

Mad Hatters Fun DayDon’t be late for this very important date,join the Mad Hatter for exciting activitiesand fun games in the gardens and cafécourtyard.Date: 15 Apr 2012 to 15 Apr 2012Time: 11:00 - 16:00Cost: Normal admission charges apply. £1 to take part in activities.Location: Newstead AbbeyNewstead Abbey Historic House & ParkRavenshead, NewsteadNottinghamshire NG15 8NA

Street Re-Seen10am – 1pm: 11 to 15 yrs 2pm – 5pm: 16 to19 yrs In this workshop participants willwork with photographic artist SianStammers to make a 3-D model of thestreet they see around them. They will workwith different camera techniques, digitalimaging software - using blur, colour andcollage to create an inside out streetsculpture using Rashid Rana’s exhibition asa starting point and source of inspiration.Date: 11 Apr 2012 to 11 Apr 2012 FREENew Art Exchange, 39 Gregory BoulevardNottingham NG7 6BE

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Time for the Personal Touch...

With the highest divorce rate now amongstthe over 60’s, adding to the growingnumber of younger singles, what bettertime to launch a truly personal introduction

service in the region? Fifty three year old Michelle Castro-Vieira is passionate about

people and helping them - whatever their age - to achieve furtherhappiness by finding a rewarding relationship.

She has been divorced twice so can empathise with what it’s liketo be a divorcee and a single parent. Now happily hitched for thepast thirteen years to Rui, who is Portuguese, she says “I travelleda lot and lived in Hong Kong which is where we met andmarried....”

A doting grandmother of five and an active member of the localcommunity, Michelle trained for ministry in the Church, hasworked for local charities and serves as a Magistrate on theMansfield and Worksop Bench. She also ran a driving schoolspecialising in teaching the anxious and is a trained listener withcounselling skills.

“I’ve seen good friends hurt using online dating and I thinkpeople are tired of the impersonal approach serving a massmarket - which has a low success rate with obvious security fears,”said Michelle.“I became aware that there was no locally based introduction

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In todays pressured businessenvironment time is of theessence and nobody knowsthis more than Joanne GribbyMAAT who has recently startedher own accountancy businessbased in Nuthall. With more than twenty two

years experience inaccountancy in a wide varietyof trades and positionsincluding Financial Controller,Joanne has a wealth ofknowledge to help businesses save time and money. Joanne says“The main aim of my business is to relieve other businesses of theaccountancy process pressure so they can focus more on movingforward.”With her watchwords of Accuracy, Integrity and Value Joanne is

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Award winning salsa teacher in Long EatonLee Hunter voted UK Top Teacher 2007-2008,started his career at the tender age of ten,dancing Latin American & Ballroom. At the age of fifteen he was placed 2nd in the

world and at eighteen Lee moved to Hollandwhere he represented Holland with his Dutchdance partner reaching their highest worldranking of 28th at the world championships,whilst teaching in one of the largest dancestudios in Holland.Lee returned to the UK in 1996 where he

continued to teach Ballroom and Latin American. He was introduced toSalsa in 2000 by one of his Ballroom students. After one night at thelocal salsa class Lee was hooked!Within six weeks Lee had started his first Salsa class and the rest as they

say is history. Twelve years later Lee has built one the biggest salsa organisations in

the UK today running the most popular salsa classes and events.Lee started classes in Long Eaton in 2002 on Thursday evenings and

due to the popularity of these classes he decided to start classes onTuesdays in Long Eaton.Their next beginner courses starts 16th April at 7:30pm. The courses are

designed for complete beginners. Singles, couples and groups are allwelcome.

Salsa is a great opportunity to meet new friends, exercise and improveyour social life! Also a great chance to do something together with yourpartner. Why not come and see for yourselves?

Classes cost £6 per person per class, classes are pay as you go andthere’s no need to book, just turn up!

Lee's relaxed & fun approach to teaching has earned him his accoladeof UK Top Teacher 2007-2008 and runner Up 2009-10.

He can now safely boast that he has worked at every major event in theUK Salsa Calendar come along to his classes and see just why Lee's

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Surprise! To a real Champion! John GreenHappy 29th Birthday!!!

Love from all your friends xxx

Happy Birthday to Owen7 years old, with his friend, Olly the Owl, twice as old!

Loads of Love from Grandma and Grandad

Happy 50th Anniversary GordonI know you thought we wouldn’t make it!

love Rosemary xxxxxx

Alan Frederick Holmes is 70!Happy Birthday Grandad, love from your

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Happy Birthday JudithLove from all your family and friends x x x

Happy BirthdayIzzieLots of Love fromyour Mummyand Daddy andbrother Samx x x

Happy Birthday Simeon, Hope you have a great day,

love Mum and Dad xxxx

Why not share a celebration or surprise a loved one by having their picture and a few words printed - we’d love to hear from you... and it’s FREE!

Send your entries to:Breeze Celebrations, 156 HIGH ROAD, BEESTON, NOTTINGHAM NG9 2LNor email: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk DEADLINE FOR MAY 12 ISSUE: 23rd April 2012PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:• We do not accept any professionally taken photographs.• Whilst every effort will be made to agree with copyright laws on the images

provided it is the senders full responsibility to obtain permissions on such copyright images before supplying to Breeze Magazine.

• Please supply a SAE for any photographs to be returned with around15-20 words.

• The editor reserves the right to shorten or modify any material submitted. • Any requests for insertions of a child must be accompanied with a sign letter

of agreement from the Parent or Guardian of that child.

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Age UK Nott’s providesa trustworthy, reliableservice, helping peopleof all ages with helparound the home. For a reasonable hourlyrate they can offer helpwith cleaning, laundry,preparing snacks,shopping, gardening,dog walking and lots ofother practical support. “This service is tailored to individuals needs and

we also aim to ensure that the same supportworker returns each time as they can turn theirhands to a wide range of jobs. All of our Support Workers have been fully

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If it is odd jobs around the home that you needhelp with then we provide a Handypersons Servicewhich is also available at a reasonable hourly rate.Age UK Notts Handypersons have been CRBchecked and can help with a range of jobs such as fitting curtain poles, hangingdoors, putting up shelves, fitting key safes, changing light bulbs and lots more”.

These services are available for people of all ages. For more information about either of these services please contact Age UKNotts on: 0115 952 3509 or 01623 488219

Age UK has a vision of a world in which older peopleflourish. They aim to improve later life for everyonethrough their information and advice, campaigns,products, training and research.

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A world in which older people flourish is a world inwhich older people will:

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• Have opportunities to participate and contribute as volunteers, active citizens, good neighbours, family members, and workers

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breezewhat’s onBeeston Players, in association with Samuel French Limited, present Over My Dead Body by Derek Benfield...Breeze has tickets for two lucky readers...

Following the death of his wife, Gerald hopes to spend his days alone withhis memories, but his late wife’s forward planning results in a series ofunexpected events…..

Beeston Players latest production is a delightfully amusing comedy byDerek Benfield. His other plays include Bedside Manners; Wild gooseChase and Look Who’s Talking.

Performances will be from Wednesday 16 May to Saturday 19 May2012, commencing at 7.30 pm at Round Hill School, Foster Avenue,Beeston, NG9 1AE. Tickets are available at the door or via the websiteat beestonplayers.org

Beeston Players (formed in 1968) has performed in Beeston andChilwell. The group meets at Christ Church Meeting Rooms onCollege Street, Chilwell, every Monday evening from 7.30pm to 9.30 pm (except for the week following aproduction, Bank Holidays and six weeks in the summer).

Performances are staged at Round Hill School twice ayear covering all theatrical genres from farce to classicperiod drama and in between productions we readplays and arrange a number of social events includingtrips to restaurants, theatre productions, dances,parties and even race courses. Ring 0115 922 3977 for further details.

Winning tickets are for the production on Wednesday 16th Mayor Thursday 17th May.

WINA PAIR OF TICKETSAnswer our simple question:WHO WROTE THE PLAY?

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Method

Mix until a soft dough isformed, adding moremilk if necessary.

Turn out the dough ontoa floured surface andknead for about 10 minutes. Place in an oiled bowl, cover with cling film and leave in a warmplace until doubled in size. (1-2 hours).

Meanwhile to make the crosses, rub the margarine into the flour and add enough water tobind. Roll out the pastry quite thinly then cut into thin strips.

Once the dough has doubled in size, knock it down and knead for 5 minutes. Divide into 12pieces, roll each piece into a ball and leave on a greased baking tray. Leave to rise again forabout 30 minutes.

To make the glaze heat the water and sugar in a pan until the sugar dissolves.

Leave to cool. Glaze each bun and top with pastry crosses.

Bake at 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4 for about 20 minutes or until golden.

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breezerecipeImpress your visitors this Easter with ourdelicious Spicy Vegan Hot Cross Buns© The Vegetarian Society – created by the Cordon Vert cookery schoolwww.vegsoc.org/recipes

Ingredients

350g /12oz strong plain flour5ml/1 teaspoon ground mixed spice5ml/1 teaspoon ground cinnamon5ml/1 teaspoon grated nutmeg1 sachet easy-blend yeast25g/1oz caster sugar75g/3oz currants25g/1oz mixed peel, choppedFinely grated rind of one lemon75g/3oz vegan margarine, melted175ml/6floz (approx) soya milk, warmedCrosses 50g/2oz plain flour25g vegan margarineWaterGlaze25g/1oz sugar30ml water

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breezememory laneWe love to publish old school photographs, so if you haveany lurking in the attic or amongst the old family albumswhy not send them in for other readers to enjoy?

Send your images in to:Breeze Magazine /Memory Lane156 HIGH ROAD,BEESTON, NOTTINGHAM NG9 2LNor email: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk

DEADLINE FORMAY 12 ISSUE: 23rd April 2012

Please supply a SAE for any photographsto be returned with a brief description.

The editor reserves the right to shortenor modify any material submitted. Whilstevery effort will be made to agree withcopyright laws on the images provided itis the senders full responsibility to obtainpermissions on such copyright images

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A local hospice is looking forladies to join them on aMoonlight Walk on 22 June.

It’s the third year, Treetops Hospice hasorganised the ladies-only event; a 7 milewalk around Derby city centre, startingand ending at Derby Rugby Club.It’s to raise money for Treetops which

cares for adults in Derbyshire andNottinghamshire with a life-limitingillness, such as cancer or motor neuronedisease.

Last year, an incredible 452 ladies took to the streets, helping to raise £41,000for the charity.

Gay Evans, community fundraiser at Treetops Hospice, said: “The MoonlightWalk is such a fun way of supporting the hospice, and I really hope we can buildon the success of last year. Ideally, we’d like to raise at least £50,000 this yearbut we can only do that if people sign up and join us on the night.”

There are also several prizes to be won by taking part. Be in the check-in lineby 9pm on the night to be entered into the draw to win dinner, bed & breakfastfor two at the Cathedral Quarter Hotel, Derby.

Walkers returning their sponsorship moneyby 1st August could win dinner, bed andbreakfast for two at the Lace Market Hotel,Nottingham. Then there’s a meal for two atJury’s Inn in Derby for the most sponsorshipmoney paid in by 1st August.

EVENT DETAILS:Date: Friday 22 June 2012Start Time: 10pmDistance: 7 mile circular walkVenue: Start/Finish at Derby RugbyFootball Club,Haslams Lane, DerbyRegistration: £10 to include a free T-shirtEntrants: Women only

Register online atwww.treetopshospice.org.uk/moonlightEmail moonlight@treetopshospice.org.uk or phone Gay on 0115 949 6930

Treetops Hospice is also looking for marshals toman the route on the night. Please email moonlight@treetopshospice.org.uk if youthink you can help.

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Treetops Hospice provides Day Careat its hospice in Risley where patientscan access complementary therapy,art therapy and top class palliativecare. There are also a team of 40Treetops nurses who provide end oflife care in people’s homes. Thisservice enables carers to get a goodnight’s sleep; safe in the knowledgetheir loved one is being looked afterby a professional. A bereavement support service isthere for adults, children and familieswho are coping with the sudden orexpected loss of someone. Anyonecan access this service, regardless ofany connection to Treetops. Phone the bereavement supportcentre on 0115 949 7354 for moreinformation.

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Rising food prices areputting a strain oneveryone’s pocket and yet£600 of food is wastedevery year by the averagefamily in the UK. Therecession is requiringparents to learn how tocook healthy,wholesome and costeffective meals for theirfamilies.  Family cooksnow need to know thecheapest cuts of meat,how to make dishesgo further, and whatto do with leftovers.

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Writing in her warm, accessible style, Sarah Floweris a single mum cooking real food in the realworld.  In this book, she offers invaluableadvice for anyone wanting to providethe best for their family in these harsheconomic times.

Sarah Flower is the author of anumber of cookery books,including the bestselling EverydayHalogen Oven Cookbook.

Please note, for all winning entries, the bookmust be picked up from the Breeze office inBeeston.

Welcome to our regular Book Review, where we give you the chance to win copies ofthe books we feature. This month welook at: Eat Well, Spend Less

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Did you know that it takes nearlyeighteen years for a child’s footto fully develop? This means thatchildren’s feet remain vulnerableto poor-fitting footwear rightthrough their school-days, andinto their late teens. It is vitally important that your

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find and it is often a matter ofcompromise, particularly witholder children who may beinfluenced by fashion or theirfriends. Footwear which is toolarge, too small, or does not fitproperly, can cause life-long footproblems, which can be easily

avoided by taking care with the type of shoe purchased andconsidering a few main points.

All children’s footwear should be measured for length and width andfitted by an appropriately trained shoe fitter. If fitting is not available, oris refused, go elsewhere. Poorly-fitting footwear in young childrencould result in deformity, whereas in older children it may result intoenail and skin problems.

If your child tells you that their feet hurt, do check their shoes, as wellas their feet, for signs of wear and tear. Make sure the shoe is notrubbing and if it is, it’s time for a new pair. Further information on caring for your child’s feet and purchasing

footwear can be found at www.feetforlife.org and www.shoe-shop.org.uk Copies of the Childrens’ Foot HealthRegister – Centres of Excellence for Children’s Shoe Fitting areavailable at FEET (etc), free of charge.Tel 0115 939 9679 or 07584045569

Attenborough Colts Football Club offers quality training andcompetitive games in a friendly, well-organised environment. Run since the 1970s, its current chairman is Dave Bagley.

The Club is establishing a new U12s Boys Football Team for the2012/13 season.

Several training sessions will be held in May/June 2012 so they canform a squad of 15 players and enter in a number of 7-a-sidetournaments in July/Aug and play a couple of 11-a-side friendlygames in preparation for the league starting August/September.

“I’d like to start preparing the new team now” says Dave.So if you are interested please contact Michael on 07972015108

or email ameobc@yahoo.co.uk

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Make your own clay Easter bunny on a visit to Denby this Easterholiday. The family Craft room Tour gives an insight into how Denby ismade then you get to ‘have a go’ at various activities– and the claybunny is free to take home. Tours run daily throughout the holidays at11am, 12pm, 2pm and 3pm.

On Easter Sunday, opening at 10am, there will be a fantastic ClearanceMarquee stuffed full of bargains on Denby pottery and home waresstarting from as little as £1, and everything must go!. Enjoy a Carveryin Bourne’s on Easter Sunday, and enter the kids into the Easter BonnetParade (1.30pm) and Easter Egg Hunt at 2pm to win great Easter prizes.

Its Sale time at the Denby Factory Shop until the end of April withfabulous ‘buy one get one free’ offers on selected pieces every Friday,Saturday and Sunday – see web site for details.

To find out more about call 01773 740 799, or see Events andOffers at www.denbyvisitorcentre.co.uk The centre is free to enterand park, but there is a charge for guided tours. Denby is just afew miles from J26 of the M1 south of Ripley.

Attenborough Tennis Club is a great place to start, develop andpractice your tennis regardless of your age or experience. For the Junior players they run sessions on Saturday mornings and

Tuesdays nights. Some of these sessions cost just £2.75 per hour andare a great way to get your child into tennis this Summer.

Over the Easter holidays, May half term and Summer holidays theyrun full day tennis camps and at £15 for the day, they offer fantasticvalue to help your child learn a new skill, make new friends, exerciseand have fun in a safe environment with Lawn Tennis Association(LTA) coaches. This Summer marks the return of their Cardio tennis session for Adult

players. A great place to get back into the swing of tennis, hit loads ofballs and burn off some calories ready for the beach. These sessionsrun on Tuesday nights.They have adult teams and social sessions for the more experienced

players and they pride ourselves on being a friendly and welcomingclub who can cater for all ages and abilities.

Don’t miss out on their amazing offers, call the Head Coach,Chris, for more information on 07946 370513.

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Ockbrook School to Introduce Co-Education for Year 7 Entry from 2013A leading Independent School in

Derbyshire has announced itscommitment to the growth of the Senior Department and Sixth Form as aco-educational school from 2013.

Ockbrook School in Ockbrook,Derbyshire will undertake a transition toco-education, with the first intake of boysin to Year 7 in September 2013. This follows the success of the school’smove to strengthen co-education to age11 in its Grangemount Nursery & JuniorSchool to Ockbrook School in 2011.

Alison Steele, Head Teacher, OckbrookSchool, says: “Our decision to embrace co-education, starting in Year 7 in 2013, is a positive response to the growingnumber of boys who are now benefitingfrom the high quality education that weoffer in Grangemount, and whose parentsare keen for them to continue to beeducated at Ockbrook School. “Boys and girls now mix naturally in our Nursery, Primary and Junior Schools and we think that the gradual move to co-education will enable us

to build a strong family feeling in our Senior Department. It will also enable our pupils to prepare better for life, university and the work place.”This is not the first time in Ockbrook School’s long history that boys and girls have both benefited from the school’s focus on exceptional

academic attainment. The school has prospered as both single sex and co-educational. Reverend Robert Hopcroft, Chair of Governors and Trustee of the Moravian Church, says: “The school is healthy and vibrant. We are acting now

as a positive response to longer-term demographic and social trends identified in research undertaken by independent education consultantsand the Independent Schools Council. This indicates that more and more parents are seeking a balanced educational experience for theirchildren.“Over the coming months the school will be investing in appropriate facilities, infrastructure and staffing to deliver a full curriculum for both

girls and boys. This will include extending opportunities in sport and other extracurricular activities, from which all our pupils will benefit.”Grangemount and Ockbrook School are located between Nottingham and Derby, just off the A52. Grangemount Nursery & Junior

School to Ockbrook School is an Independent School for boys and girls aged 2-11. Ockbrook School is currently an IndependentSchool for girls aged 11-18 years. For further details visit their website www.ockbrooksch.co.uk

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People with dyslexia think andlearn differently from others.They sometimes feel as if theirmind is 'differently wired'.Dyslexic people find it

particularly difficult to learn toread, write and/or spell, eventhough their abilities in otherways may be average or better.They usually also have anunusual pattern of strengthsand weaknesses in other areas.There is no cure for dyslexia

but with the right teachingand support, dyslexics canovercome their difficulties andachieve great things.Dyslexia means 'a difficulty

with words' and particularly written words butother things may be affected as well: maths,memory and organisation, to name a few.However, people with dyslexia can learn

strategies to help with their difficulties.Those with dyslexia do not all have the same way

of thinking, but there are common patterns.For instance, Dyslexia can happen in people of alllevels of ability - some are very gifted, most are ofaverage ability, some struggle with other aspects

of learning, but all havestrengths.

Dyslexia is sometimesdiagnosed in childrensoon after they startschool but quite oftenit is not recogniseduntil much later in life.

If you recognise any ofthe symptoms shownin the panel you maywish to contact ourconfidential DyslexiaHelpline for freeinformation andadvice.

We can providedyslexia screening,

dyslexia assessment, one to one specialist tuitionand courses for dyslexic children.

Call to discuss how we can help your childovercome their difficulties.

Telephone: 0115 924 6888Helpline@dyslexia.uk.net /www.dyslexia.uk.netSherwood House, 7 Gregory Boulevard,Nottingham NG7 6LB

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SOME INDICATORS OF DYSLEXIA:• Difficult reading / problemsunderstanding text.• Reads a word on one page and can’tremember it on the next.• Finds spelling difficult, reversesletters (e.g. b for d or was for saw).Spells the same word several differentways in a piece of work.• Learns how to spell a word one weekand has forgotten it the next.• Has lots of ideas, but can’t put themdown on paper.• Has difficulty rememberingsequences such as the days of theweek, the alphabet and times tables.• Is disorganised at home and school,constantly loses and forgets items andinformation.• In other ways a bright and alert child.• Frustration has led to behavioural oremotional difficulties.

DYSLEXIADoes your child have difficulty with reading,writing, spelling, short-term memory or organising themselves?

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May Day Bank holiday holds the celebration ofBreaston May Day Gala. For this year only ithas been renamed as the ‘Diamond JubileeGala’ and to celebrate the royal occasion theywill have their own Diamond Jubilee Princess. Why not join in the fun!...

The bunting will be out for a fabulousday which will include a pantomimehorse racing, maypole dancing, dogshow, tug-of-war, children’s races,Punch and Judy and loads moretraditional events and stalls. In facteverything needed for a fabulous day!

For a community based fun day goalong to Duffield Close, Breaston on

Monday 7th May between 11am and 4pm. Find them on Facebook or look at the web site for updates:www.breastongala.org.uk

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At Renaissance you will findunbelievable quality and valuefor money. With an incrediblevariety of choice under one rooftheir stock changes daily, so it isworth returning to find hugebargains available in seasonalsales.

Renaissance has an impressiveretail environment with warmand welcoming atmosphere. A thoroughly enjoyable andfinancially rewarding shoppingexperience.

Stock includes the latest inlabels such as Marks & Spencer,Monsoon, Warehouse, Fat Faceand Clarks through to Whistles,Jigsaw, Jack Wills, Ted Baker, KurtGeiger and, of course,Nottingham’s own Paul Smith.

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LOCAL CHARITY NEEDSYOUR HELP.For thirty eight yearsMidlands Women's Aidhave provided support anda Refuge to thousands ofwomen and childrenexperiencing DomesticAbuse. Unfortunately, dueto severe cuts in fundingthey cannot continue toprovide services at thecurrent level.

Midlands Women's Aid are currentlyreviewing their Outreach Services to look atthe most cost effective way they cancontinue, however there will be a reductionin their service provision. “We will continue to provide our Drop-in

service. Unfortunately many of our smallerprojects will end. This will include some ofour evening and weekend Outreach, ourHelping Hands Project and some of ourChildren's Service provision.Statistics show that Domestic Abuse are on

the increase and our referrals have doubledin the last six months. We do not have thecapacity to deal with these numbers. Whatwill happen to the women and children inneed of support when services are cutfurther?Our work is not only emotionally

demanding but dangerous as our workers

place themselves in danger on a daily basis.We often receive threats because of the workwe do. Why them do we continue to do so?Because we have a passion and arecommitted to the plight of victims ofDomestic Abuse.

If you have followed our last four adverts inthis magazine you will have read about howour services have saved and changed thelives of many women and children. We havesupported them to remain safe and helpedthem raise their self esteem”.

Please help Midlands Women's Aid tocontinue their work. If you wish to make a cash donation, nomatter how small please contact Cathy,Midlands Women's Aid 0115 9257647

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Breeze takes a look at how the novicegardener can gain a garden full of colourthis spring and beyond.

Most people seem to regard flowering plants as the most importantpart of the garden, and with good reason. The many beautifulcolours are a tonic when we look out onto our garden space or

patio.The strength of some of the colours we see is especially striking and are

entirely natural which lends a depth seldom seen elsewhere.So how do we use our newly acquired knowledge (you have been

following us these past few months haven’t you?) to plant out andsuccessfully grow those spring and summer beds & pots of plants?

How flowering plants workA flowering plant can be perennial, annual, a shrub or even a tree. The most important thing is that they flower. It is necessary for the plant.

Flowers produce seeds and seeds produce new plants and this lifecycleenables us to enjoy them each year.There are different ways that flowers have to help the plant regenerate.

Flowers can attract insects of different kinds which then pollinate the flower- which in turn helps the plant ‘set’ seed. Some flowers have been modifiedover the years by plants in order to attract certain types of insects. Anexample of this is a plant which flowers in the depth of winter and so does

not need to attractbees - which areactive only in thesummer.This month we take a

look at two main typesof flowering plants:

Summer beddingplants (half hardys)Whilst many will go

to their local gardencentre and buy theseready for planting it can be great fun to seed your own from packets - and ischeaper as well!Half hardy plants have to be sown either indoors (no light needed until

they sprout) or a heated greenhouse, coldframe or shed. Any time aroundApril is ideal but they can be sown a little alter than this as well - it will justmean a slightly shorter growing season that’s all.Simple three inch lightweight plastic pots (even yoghurt pots with drain

holes in) containing potting compost will suffice, with one seed in each.Keep the compost slightly moist but not soggy. If any particular pot showsno signs of life (when others have sprouted) then simply pop in anotherseed as sometimes the odd one will fail - it’s just nature!Now here’s a good tip: cover your little pots with a black bin bag or some

other thick black plastic covering, to exclude the light. Do not leavethem uncovered until they have sprouted. This way you get nice stronggrowth later - without the ‘legginess’ that some plants cansuffer.You may be wondering which seeds to try at this point. The best way

to choose is to look at where you want them in the garden so take alook at any packets which will show you if they will tolerate partialshade (most halfhardys like full sun).Why not try someNight ScentedStock where you sitout at night?After your seeds

have sprouted andstart growing theyare then keptsomewherewarmish an light (awindowsill is ok)until they get to alarger size afteraround a month.

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You will then need to gradually acclimatise them to thecooler conditions which they will meet as fully grownplants. This is known as ‘hardening them off’ and is nomore than a gradual introduction for a young plant toharder conditions so it is not killed off by a sudden shock. The way to do this is to place them outside during the

day and early evening but bring them back inside at night(either your windowsill or a coldframe/greenhouse).You can buy inexpensive plastic coldframes which keep

them warm enough at night outside while they getbigger - or make your own little ‘mini coldframe’ if youwish. As long as the plant is sheltered and covered but haslight that’s all that matters - it doesn’t have to be heated atthis stage where you will have small plants.If you buy your plants fully grown (bedding plants etc)

this is not required but you do have to watch for latefrosts. Obviously the same applies if you have grown yourown - don’t plant them out until it’s fairly safe to say aground frost is unlikely. If you are planting into pots youcan always bring them under cover if frost is forecast oruse some gardeners fleece to cover them.Some of the most popular bedding plants are half-hardy

annuals, such as marigolds, busy lizzies, salvias etc.Whichever you choose just enjoy growing a few batches

- each a week later than the previous. This way you willhave a steady supply of plants to start off in your basketsand tubs with a backup in case of any problems.Your little pots which you sowed them in really come into

their ownwhenplantingout - nomessingabout, justreplantthem inyourchosenposition - keep it simple!Most of all just enjoy this fairly easy and really rewarding

process of growing your own bedding plants. Have a lookat some of the fantastic ranges in seed packets andexplore - maybe you will try something you haven’tbothered with previously and really set your garden alightwith colour this summer as result of your ‘bedding planttrials’ now? You certainly don’t need to worry aboutmaking any expensive mistakes as this is the cheapestway to get maximum flowers in your little bit of paradise!Whichever types of plants you choose just get some

going and really enjoy growing your own this year - it’s afantastic feeling when you see the results of your hardwork in bloom later on! Let’s continue next month to explore how we can get

our gardens turbo charged with colour this spring andsummer - set the scene for those lovely garden gettogethers to come!

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Drum Blondes - the multi talentedpercussion duo ofClaire Hasted andEmily Morris make a welcome return to Nottingham, asguests of CarltonMale Voice Choir at their FestivalConcert on Saturday 21st April. Breeze gives you the chance to win a pair of tickets to see the show...

On their last visit five years ago,Drum blondes thrilled audiencesplaying marimbas, snare drumsand dustbins not to mention aplank of wood! This time it will beequally entertaining.

Carlton’s Director of Music, Terry Moore, said he wasdelighted to welcome them back to the Albert Hall. Heexpected the concert to be a great success also featuring thenew winner of the Music Maker’s award violinist, AmandaBruce and Carlton Male Voice Choir in a brand newprogramme including hits from ‘The Lion King’.He added that the Choir had been working especially hard

at new items for this year’s concert. ‘Drum Blondes’ andAmanda in addition to their own pieces would join the choirin joint items.

Chairman, Mike Curtis, said the ‘Festival Concert’ wasinstrumental in helping Carlton assist many local charities intheir fund raising activities. ‘“Please come along, and enjoy awonderful evening’s entertainment and help us to helpothers.”

Carlton MVC is one of the premier choirs in theEast Midlands and although based in Carltonhas members from all over the county andbeyond. They welcome any man who isinterested in singing to look at the Choir’swebsite for more information and goand join them. “Singing is so good foryou” he said. www.carltonmvc.org

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ARIES[March 21st-April 20th]Now spring is well and truly with usyou get stuck into doing what needsto be done in and around the home.Set backs of any kind are dealt withand do not deter you from makingprogress for the future. Relationshipsare handled carefully allowing othersto become more responsible. Timeout proves worthwhile end ofmonth.

TAURUS[April 21st-May 20th]Listening to no one you follow yourheart taking a path only youunderstand and the reasons why.Loved ones help out when in doubtbringing closure to something thathas concerned you lately. Ideas forbringing in extra cash are discussedwhen in the company of those youtrust. Helping out brings problemsbut you do your very best.

GEMINI [May 21st-June 21st]Whatever takes your fancy does thetrick with plenty of laughterafterwards. Spontaneous and with asense of adventure you lure othersinto enjoying life too. Whether its planning a new career ortrying to make the best of a situationyou succeed in winning someoneover to your way of thinking. Happydays ahead.

CANCER[June 22nd-July 23rd]Romance dominates the first half ofthe month especially if single.Feeling down and out of sorts doesnot last. Meeting up with those youlove soon has you back on track.Taking chances proves worthwhilewhen in doubt with an outcome youshould be proud of. Social invitationsshould not be ignored or refused.Exciting moments ahead

LEO[July 24th-August 23rd]With so much to do and feelingunder pressure you arrange time anddays to suit your needs. Findingsome peace and tranquillity may bedifficult but you succeed in gainingenergy and restoring those resourcesyou thought you had lost. Yourleadership skills prove handy whenneeded with you gaining and notloosing out.

VIRGO[August 24th-September 23rd]Dealing with matters of the heartends with a romantic high. DuringApril you make the better of onesituation, which turns out to bebeneficial all round. Emotions maywell be triggered by events givingrise to reflect on the past. Using yourinitiative you go ahead full steamcompleting some unfinishedbusiness. Giving and receiving likely.

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LIBRA[September 24th-October 22nd]April brings new and welcomingchanges, which are long overdue.Making decisions with partnersregarding the home ends with choicessuitable for all. Realising who you canrely on and who you cant has beenquite an eye opener. With yourstrength and ability to see thingsthrough life becomes less stressfultoward the end of month.

SCORPIO[October 23rd-November 22nd]Whatever you choose to do doesn’talways go down well with another. Thisis soon sorted with them apologising.Surprise visits from friends do the trickwith the time passing by so quickly youdon’t want the time to end. Romanticmoments kick off when you leastexpect making you more than aware ofyour charismatic qualities.

SAGITTARIUS[November 23rd-December 22nd]Nothing seems to go your way for aday or so. Whatever you try to achieve,obstacles appear. Jumping toconclusions likely when underpressure. Sorting otherpeople’s problems out comesto a halt when an opportunityto better you comes to light.Enjoying time away withfriends and doing what youwant to do is a welcomechange.

CAPRICORN[December 23rd-January 20th]With good prospects looming youkeep on form mentally and physically.Determined you manage to securesomething of value for you and yourfamily. Making new friends when leastexpected opens up a new and excitingsocial life. Putting family first you makesure some quality time is kept aside foryou and those you love.

AQUARIUS[January 21st-February 19th]Any doubts about future prospects aresquashed when overhearing aconversation. Doing your best doesn’tseem good enough but by puttingyour foot down proves how strong youare and will not take any flack offanyone. With one project coming to aclose another is about to open whichyou find interesting and well worthyour while.

PISCES[February 20th-March 20th]Challenges are dealt with head onproving your worth. This appears to

become important to you but notothers. Consideration for afamily member goes a longway. Your listening skillscome in handy whensomeone finds himself orherself in a bit of a dilemma.Moments are set aside for aspecial meeting which putsyou on cloud nine.

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Each month we feature whats on in YOUR area and bring you up todate with the latest achievements and events of local people andgroups. Why not send us your information - if you are a non-profitmaking organisation and you or your group have achieved somethingyou’d like to share with our thousands of readers in our area or you’dlike to let readers know about an event your group is holding, then sendyour information to:

Email: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk

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GREENING BEESTON NEEDS YOURHELP: COME AND FIND OUT MORE

There will be a meeting on Thursday 10th Mayat 7.30, Beeston Baptist Church, Dovecote Lane,NG9 1HR

A group of local people need your help in this simple,yet successful, campaign in Beeston.  If you areconcerned about environmental issues or want tolearn some simple steps to save money and reduceour impact, please come along and find out more.  All are welcome.  Refreshments will be available.

“We are hoping to launch the Greening BeestonCampaign later in the year at John Clifford School, andthen we will be distributing cards to households inBeeston.  The cards will have a list of simple energy-saving actions, such as turning off lights in a roomwhen not needed.  When five of the actions have beenundertaken, the ‘leaf’ on the other side of the card canbe displayed in a front window, so that we can counthow many are taking part.  We will be really glad ofhelp with any of these activities”.Further information: seehttp://greeninginbeeston.weebly.com/ or phoneJanet Poliakoff on 0115 925 6368.

The Inner Wheel Club of Beeston have had a verybusy time fund raising for charity.  “We commenced with a Christmas  Fayre at amembers home in Attenborough where over£1300 was raised. During this time a quiz bookletwas produced and sold for £1.00 a copy, and theresult of this will be announced at the beginningof April, so if you have bought a copy please sendit in, even partly completed by March 31st, asthere are prizes to be won. This should raise a tidysum for the Multiple Sclerosis Therapy Centre andother Inner Wheel Charities.  And then a fashionshow was held at Trowell Parish Hall, which wasattended by 200  people who were enthralled bythe models This raised approximately £1200 forChildren in Distress and other Inner WheelCharities.  So this year a lot of hard work andenjoyment for the members of Inner Wheel”.

WOULD YOU LIKE SOME MEMORIES TO TREASURE?Chernobyl Children's Life Line wants to hear from you.Chernobyl Children's Life Line is a charity that brings children affected by the

Chernobyl nuclear disaster to the UK for a recuperative holiday. The children stay with local families participating in a varied programme of socialevents, education, recreation and basic health care. They enjoy fresh air, wholesomefood and go home with rosy cheeks, boosted immune systems andwonderful memories.

Could you or someone you know help us in the Nottingham Linkof the charity with hosting children or providing support?Collecting clothes for the children or organizing a social event?

The next group of 10 children and their leader will be staying inNottingham July 22nd – August 19th. Host Families are needed for 2 or 4 weeks.

However much or little you are able to contribute, if you wantto help then Chernobyl Children's Life Line wants to hear fromyou.If you would like to know more please:

Tel: 01949 842383. e-mail: ccllnottm116@aol.comor visit the website www.ccll.org.uk/nottingham

The NottinghamshireCoeliac Group held itsSpring Coffee morningat the ManorRestaurant, in Toton,

Nottingham onSaturday 17th March and

almost forty members andguests enjoyed coffee, tea, cakes and agood chat throughout the morning.

The Manor only made a small charge for the drinks and cakes and this wasmost appreciated by all present.

Jan Terry and Pat Spray were the main organizers and were supported bycommittee members Geoff, Joyce, Steve and Ray.

The next event for the Group is its Annual General Meeting on Saturdaymorning 21st April at the Highfields Fire Station, Beeston, Nottingham NG92GQ from 10.30am.

It is hope that following the AGM a Dietitian from the Nottingham UniversityHospital will be attending and will be followed by a number of samples to

taste as well as tea and coffee.

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Practical Solutions for serious issues

What puts you off seeking help throughtherapy for issues such as stress, anxiety,phobias or depressive states? Is it thethought of prolonged sessions, or deepanalysis of your past life? Uncovering eventsand things you would rather not haveuncovered? These are some of the commonthings that put many off going to see atherapist.

The mind is a problem-solving organ; it thrives on new and excitingchallenges and seeks to move us on. Therapies that work on problemsolving and are solution focused can give positive results in shortperiods of treatment.

If you have issues, which have been troubling you and want apractical approach to resolve them and move you on then MartinSmith. Martin has a well-established private therapy practice based onDerby Road in Long Eaton and deals with a variety of issues usingcommon sense practical approaches of solution focused therapy.

Another vital factor to Martin’s approach is the flexibility and variedapproaches he applies. “We are all individuals and processes andinterventions which work for one person may not work for others andso it is vital to ensure treatment suits the client rather than trying toforce fixed ideas on to everyone” comments Martin.In keeping with his flexible approach appointments are availableduring the day, evenings and weekends to suit your needsand commitments.

You can also contact him and obtain further information through hiswebsite at www.taking-control.co.uk Martins therapy practice is ITCtherapy which is Individuals Taking Control, focusing on allowingindividuals to get back control of their lives through practicalsolution focused therapy.If you want to move your life forward now, call Martin direct on

07 973 410 010 for an initial appointment.

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WOLLATON WI PRESENTS THE DIAMOND JUBILEE SPRING FAYRE10am on Saturday 31st March at St Leonard’s Community Centre,Bramcote Lane, WollatonStalls will include: Cakes, Raffle, Tombola, Bric a Brac, Craft, Plants, Jewellery,Red, White & BlueWI Gifts and Greetings. Admission 50p which includesentrance and refreshments. All proceeds to Parkinson’s UK.

LOCAL WOMEN URGED ‘BACK 2 NETBALL’Women looking to rekindle their love for netball are beinginvited to get back into the game thanks to the launchof a new programme of ‘Back 2 Netball’ opportunitieson offer in Eastwood, starting Tuesday 17th April.Broxtowe Borough Council has teamed up with the All

England Netball Association to provide weekly netballopportunities for women wishing to return to the sportevery Tuesday from 8.00pm till 9.00pm at the EastwoodCommunity Sports Centre in Nottingham Road,Eastwood.

Back 2 Netball provides a gentle introduction to thegame for women aged 16 years and over, regardless ofwhether they’re first-time netball players or simplyhaven’t played since leaving school.

Each session aims to encourage women to have funwhilst learning new skills through coach-led sessionscovering everything from court play to skilldevelopment. Admission costs just £2.00 per session.The 12-week programme will be provided by

Broxtowe Borough Council thanks to Sportivatefunding to provide innovative new opportunities toencourage borough residents to become more active.The final session will take place on Tuesday 7th Julywith no session taking place on Tuesday 5th June.

For more information and to secure your place,please contact Broxtowe Borough Council on 0115 917 3572, email sport@broxtowe.gov.uk orvisit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/women

Notts County FC Football in the Community's African Adventure forNEETs

Notts County FC Football in the Community are delighted to announce anothernew project, called FC Africa. The aim of the scheme is to train participants infootball and sports coaching so they are able to forge a career as positive rolemodels in the sports industry. There is however an unusual, attractive twist.Participants will have the opportunity to carry out their work experience in SouthAfrica.

FC Africa is ground-breaking with nothing like it in the country. It’s a one-yearproject, which gives participants the opportunity to spend nine months learninghow to be a football and sports coach, before graduating to spend three months inSouth Africa, delivering sports activities to children in townships. The project isfully funded and FITC are looking to attract people immediately. FITC arerecruiting enthusiastic 17 and 18 year olds who are NEET (not in education,employment or training).

The project will be delivered in partnership with Coaching forHope, South Nottingham College and Nottingham CityCouncil.

FC Africa starts on Tuesday 17th April, so it isessential that interested young people contact FITCas soon as possible. Places are limited and FITCexpect there to be high demand for such aninnovative project.

If you are fit our criteria: are NEET, 17 or 18years old and are interested or know anybodywho would like to take part, contact FITC on0115 955 7215 to register or find out more.

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