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Next month is National WalkingMonth, here’s some ideas to getyou out and about...

In May 2013, National charity Living Streets willunveil a miracle cure. It can transform your fitnesslevels, reduce stress, and vastly improve yourconcentration levels for the day ahead. 

And it’s absolutely free!National Walking Month is a month dedicated tohighlighting the benefits of walking, andincludes Walk to Work Week (13-17 May) andWalk to School Week (20-24 May). 

In National Walking Month 2012, the UK publiccollectively logged 128,271 miles – that’s 146.76times between Land’s End and John O’Groats.Workplaces logged 70,000 miles during Walk toWork Week alone!

“We want to turn this around in May, andencourage people to walk more by logging theirwalks to school, on the commute to work, or eventaking the dog for a walk round the park”.

Registration for National Walking Month is nowavailable at www.livingstreets.org.uk.

Tony Armstrong, Chief Executive of Living Streetssaid: “This May, we want to get the whole of the UKbuying a ticket to stride. As part of National WalkingMonth we’ll be asking employees and school children to give walking a gofor at least a week.

"It can be as simple as walking all or part of the journey to school, steppingout of the office for a lunchtime walk, or getting off the bus a few stopsearlier on your way home from the office.

“You don’t need costly gym sessions, or marathon running attempts toget fit and active. Walking is a free and easy way to work more exercise intoyour daily routine, and logging your walks on www.livingstreets.org.uk thisNational Walking Month is a great way to get started.”

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BROXTOWE’S WALK AND TALK GROUP willcelebrate ten years of walking later this year, witha special celebration walk as part of their new2013/14 walking programme.The Mayor of the Borough of Broxtowe, CouncillorMargaret Handley will join many of the group’sdedicated walkers and walk leaders on Thursday 4thApril for a 90 minute walk from the D.H. LawrenceHeritage Centre on Mansfield Road, Eastwood, followedby refreshments at the Heritage Centre afterwards.Grahame Merquis, from Basford, who started walking with thegroup just over a year ago and is now one of the walk leaders said:“I’m extremely proud to be part of Broxtowe Walk and Talk andam looking forward to the 10th anniversary walk.” “The group hasgiven me a new hobby since I retired and I’ve made lots of newfriends. I’ve also seen the health benefits and I’m much fitter andless stressed than before.”

The group’s new walking programme, which starts in April 2013,is bursting with over a 100 FREE walking opportunities across theborough throughout 2013/14, from short walks and buggy walks,to walks after work and longer distance walks.Broxtowe Walk and Talk was formed in 2003 through apartnership of organisations including Broxtowe BoroughCouncil, and NHS County Nottinghamshire. The scheme is part ofWalking for Health, the largest network of health walks schemesin England, run by Ramblers and Macmillan Cancer Support.It has gone from strength to strength over its 10 year history,attracting over 70 walkers on some of its walks which is a creditto its long standing walk leaders, who turn out each week to leadfree walks for residents and non-residents alike.The group formed its own constitution in July 2011 to secure thegroups future, and with funding from the NHS Choosing healthfund and support from Broxtowe Borough Council, the group areable to lead all of its walks free of charge.Each walk is led by a qualified walk leader and can help boostmental and physical wellbeing, reduce stress and increase energy,as well as provide an opportunity to explore the local area andmeet new people.For more information on Broxtowe Borough Council pleasecontact Broxtowe Borough Council on 0115 917 3572, emailsport@broxtowe.gov.uk

or visit www.broxtowe.gov.uk/walkingAlternatively, for more information on Walking for Healthschemes visit www.walkingforhealth.org.uk

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The charity KeepBritain Tidy todayreleased the resultsfrom its bigger littercount yet.And because somany volunteersparticipated, it wasable to releasespecific results forthe East Midlandstoo.

For the first time, the charityinvited volunteers to join itssurveying staff across the UK.More than 500 people went outon to the country’s streets,allowing Keep Britain Tidy torecord more than 37,000 items ofrubbish. It’s a data sample almostmore than ten times larger thanlitter counts in previous years.In the East Midlands, 41 people

signed up to count more than2,370 pieces of litter – on thestreet, in parks, on beaches orbeside rivers and canals.

Keep Britain Tidy’s chiefexecutive Phil Barton said: “Thissurvey provides us with asnapshot of what people havelittered in communities acrossthe country. It also gives morethan 2,370 reasons in the EastMidlands alone why we all needto do more to make litteringsocially unacceptable – to reducethe environmental, social andfinancial costs of this nationalproblem.”

The most littered brand in theEast Midlands was Cadbury,

followed by McDonald’s, Walkers,Coke and Fosters. Mars, ImperialTobacco, Tesco, Pepsi and Hariborounded out the top ten.

Nearly 200 pieces of Cadburyrubbish were counted, meaningit came top of the East Midlandslist with 8% of the total recordedlitter.

Coke was the most litteredbrand across the country,followed by Cadbury, Walkers,McDonald’s and Mars. Completeresults can be seen atwww.keepbritaintidy.org/littercount

“These results should be awake-up call that we all need todo more to love where we live,”Mr Barton continued. “Litter isnot just an environmentalproblem. It affects perceptions ofsafety and costs governmentnearly a billion pounds a year toclean up.

“Everyone has a role to play,including everyone who buysthese products. When you buy abottle of pop, a bag of crisp or achocolate bar, you don’t just buythe contents you buy thepackaging as well and it is yourresponsibility to dispose of itcorrectly.”

Mr Barton noted more willneed to be done: “AsGovernment cuts put pressure onlocal authority services, andimpact on their efforts to getlitterers to dispose of thingscorrectly, England could seemore litter in more places. Thatcan’t happen. It’s time for moreresponsible companies to helpmore people love more places,by joining efforts to convincetheir consumers to do the rightthing.”

He also thanked the hundredsof volunteers – from community

groups to school children – whogave up half an hour of their timeto support Keep Britain Tidy’ssurvey.

“We are very grateful to themany volunteers who took timeto give us a better idea of what isbeing littered in England. Thestrong response shows peopledo love where they live and wantmuch more to be done to cleanup our country.”

In previous years, the count wasconducted by Keep Britain Tidystaff, looking purely at town and

city centres. This resulted in fastfood being the most-littered itemby an often-significant margin.

Inviting volunteers to surveymore diverse areas resulted in abroader range of most-littereditems. The count is not scientificand has always been a snapshotof surveyed areas.

“With much more data this year,one thing is clear. Whether youuse, sell or make something, wecall do more to ensure it isdisposed of correctly,” Mr Bartonconcluded.

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The 100,000th historicphotograph capturing yesteryear inDerbyshire and Nottinghamshirehas just been added to the Picturethe Past website.

The not-for-profit project also marked its tenthanniversary at an event held at Nottinghamshire CountyCouncil Archives. This delightful photograph of a WhitMarch in Arnold from 1890 was selected as themilestone image to be added to the website.

‘Picture the Past’ is a not-for-profit project, started in2002, that aims to make historic images from the library,archives and museum collections across the whole ofDerby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire,available via a completely free-to-use website. Picturethe Pastís offices were founded at Heanor Library in2002, before moving to the Record Office at DerbyshireCounty Council in 2011.

Initially funded for three years with support from theHeritage Lottery Fund, the scheme is now managed andfunded by the local authorities of Derbyshire County Council,Nottinghamshire County Council together with the two citycouncil’s of Nottingham City and Derby City.

There are photographs, postcards, engravings and paintingson the website showing how life has changed in the regionover the last few hundred years giving a fascinating insightinto the work and lives of the people who lived there.

The event was attended by representatives from each of thelocal authorities as well as people who have been directlyinvolved in the project. Professor John Beckett, from theDepartment of History at the University of Nottingham whois an expert in the history of the East Midlands, gave a shortspeech about the importance of preserving historic imagesdigitally.

Picture the Past’s Project Manager, Nick Tomlinson, said: “It is wonderful that Picture The Past is now entering itssecond decade and the public interest continues year afteryear.

Our web pages currently receive around 100,000 views a month.As well as the photographs which are stocked in our collections,people contribute images which they find in attics and elsewhereto be digitised on our systems”.

You can see all 100,000 images on the Picture the Past site byvisiting www.picturethepast.org.uk

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Above - The 100,000th image: Whit March in 1890, in Arnold, picture credit Notts County Council and Picture the Past

Top Picture - from left: Mark Dorrington, Notts County Council archives; Robert Gent,Derbyshire County Council; Mark Young, Derby City Council; Coun John Cottee,Nottinghamshire County Council; Nick Tomlinson, Picture the Past; Professor John Beckett,University of Nottingham and Natalie Sellears, Nottingham City Council.

Picture credit Gary Hope/Notts County Council.

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property matters

Welcome to our new regularfeature where Julian Divine,Director of WhitegatesEstate Agents answers yourquestions regarding buying,selling or letting property.

Julian has twenty years experience in theindustry, all of that time based in theNottingham area.

Please feel free to email your questions topropertymatters@whitegates.co.uk

Q: I’m moving abroad and will be renting outmy home in Nottingham. Do I need to tell mymortgage provider?

A: Yes! If your property is mortgaged on aresidential mortgage you will be breachingthe terms of the mortgage by renting theproperty out. However, if you inform the bankand request their consent to let it out and theygrant that consent then all is ok. You may haveto pay an admin fee and they may, in somecircumstances, change the interest rate thatyou are paying. It is vital you get their consentas letting without consent will mean that anytenancy created is invalid and could lead tothe bank repossessing the property andevicting the tenant, who would then have theright to sue you for any costs and distresscaused by this – so its well worth a shortphone call to the bank to prevent these hugepotential issues!

Q: We've just let a house that we inherited, andnow a friend says we should have registered thedeposit? Can you advise?

A: You should indeed have registered thedeposit (or ‘bond’ as they are more usuallyreferred to). Since April 2007, all bonds for

assured shorthold tenancies are required to beprotected in one of 3 government approvedschemes. Failure to do so could mean youhaving to pay the tenant upto 3 times theamount of the bond as a penalty for non-compliance. In addition, taking possession ofthe property can be made more difficult too ifthe correct procedure for protecting the bondhas not been followed. Registering the bondis not as simple as you may think, if you requireassistance in doing this please contactWhitegates and we will help you to get it right.

Q: Is 2013 the time to buy-to-let?

A: The rental market in the UK is growing as atightening of mortgage lending and lack ofdeposits means that fewer people can buy ahouse. This is forcing more people to rent andin some areas there is a lack of suitable rentalproperty – particularly of family homes. Yieldscan be good if you invest in the right propertyin the right area and a reputable letting agentwill be able to advise you on what type ofproperty is in short supply in their particulararea.

Disclaimer: The responses given in this column are for generalguidance only . Always seek independent legal advice.

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ARCHITECT INTHE HOUSE 2013At a time whenmany homeownersare tending to improve or extend their propertiesrather than move, the Architect In The House scheme, organised by the RoyalInstitute of British Architects and the housing charity, Shelter, offers theopportunity to benefit from the experience of a chartered architect whilsthelping to tackle the problems of homelessness across the country.Architect in the House gives homeowners an hours free consultation with a

local RIBA architect in exchange for a suggested donation to Shelter of, say,£40. Visit www.architectinthehouse.org.uk for more information.Richard Slack RIBA, has participated in the scheme a for number years, in the

process meeting dozens of local property owners, discussing their aspira-tions and providing hundreds of pounds for Shelter. He has a wide experi-ence, covering a range of building styles and design situations and greatlyenjoys the challenge of unusual problems and helping owners to realise thepotential of their properties.Call Richard on 0115 9822 444 Email: richardslack99@ntlworld.com. Or visit his website for examples of his work www.slackdesigns.co.uk

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Serves 4-6

Ingredients

For the Burgers:4-6 tiger roll buns 600g sweet potatoes 2 tbsp olive oil 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1 tsp ras-el-hanout 1 tsp rose harissa 100g breadcrumbs 50g almonds, coarsely chopped 100g pumpkin seeds, crushed 5 pineapple rings to coat gram flour

For the Simple Moroccan side salad:250g cooked chickpeas, drained andrinsed 1 red onion finely sliced2 tomatoes, chopped100g finely sliced ready to eat apricots100g watercress1 tbsp olive oil½ tsp cumin powderSalt and pepper to taste

For the Relish: 3 birdseye chillies, finely chopped 2 spring onions, finely chopped ½ lemon, juiced 1 tbsp tomato puree

MethodPreheat the oven to 220C. Cut the sweetpotatoes in half and bake in their skins onan oil coated baking tray for 30 minutes.While the potatoes are cooking you canstart on the burgers. When they arecooked scoop out the flesh and set aside.

Fry the onions in a little olive oil until softthen add the garlic and ras-el-hanout.Continue to fry for another 30 seconds.

Chop one of the pineapple rings intosmall cubes and put in a big bowl with

the cooked sweet potato flesh, friedonions, rose harissa, breadcrumbs,almonds and pumpkin seeds. Season totaste.

Form the mixture into burgers. You canmake one normal burger or two thin onesper bun. Coat them in the gram flour andshallow fry until golden on each side.

While the burgers are frying make therelish by mixing all the ingredientstogether. At this point also start to griddlethe pineapple rings on each side.

Assemble the burgers by placing oneburger in each bun, followed by thegriddled pineapple then the relish. Addthe second burger on top if using.

Serve with fresh salad

Sweet Potato Burgerwith Griddled Pineapple

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Kerry McKenna, 35 years old, says her size was affecting every aspect of her daily life.Since joining her local Slimming World group in Chilwell she is 4st lighter. Not only hasshe won the best prize of all – a fitter, healthier, happier future altogether – she’s alsowon the group’s Greatest Loser 2013 prize for the member who’s lost the most weight –on top of winning the Chilwell group’s Women of the Year 2012 and getting through tothe top 6 in the Nottinghamshire/Derbyshire group finals last year.

Kerry McKenna says: “I feel like a new woman since losing weight – in fact, I look sodifferent that people I haven’t seen for a while say they don’t recognise me! I feel happierand healthier, I’ve got more energy and I’m much more confident now too. “Before, I lost the weight I’d pretend I didn’t care that I was bigger than other people,

but that just wasn’t true. I hated clothes shopping and walking my dogs would leave meout of breath. I felt awful. Now I just want to make up for lost time and experience all ofthe things that my weight held me back from doing.”So, after her close friend decided to become a Slimming World Consultant Kerry decided

to join her group and start her own weight loss journey, Kerry joined her local Slimming Worldgroup at Inham Nook Methodist Church, Pearson Avenue, Chilwell, She says: “Walking through those

doors was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, I was embarrassed and terrified that I was going to be the biggest personthere. But I needn’t have worried because everyone there was so very friendly and welcoming. I’ve made so many friends there and their support and

encouragement has been the best. When you have a lot of weight to lose there are many hurdles to overcome to change old ways and adopt new healthy habitsthat you can sustain for the rest of your life. I couldn’t have done it without the support of my Consultant Kerry Ward and the rest of the group. Every week they werethere with a new recipe or shopping tip and if I was struggling someone always seemed to have the perfect piece of advice.”The club’s now-famous Food Optimising plan was a surprise too: “People think slimming means going hungry, eating nothing but salad, obsessively counting every

calorie you eat and weighing or measuring everything on your plate, but it’s not like that at all at Slimming World. I love food and it’s never once felt like I was on ‘adiet’. I still enjoy all my favourite meals like burgers and chips and roast dinners but I’ve learned how to make small changes like using lean meat or low caloriecooking spray instead of oil or butter. It fits in really well with the rest of my family as well. We all enjoy the same meals and we all feel tons better for it.”

Now Kerry’s lost a total of 4st and gone from a size 18 to a size 12, she’s also more active nowadays and regularly goes to the gym and walks her two rescue dogs.Kerry Ward who runs the Chilwell Slimming World group, says: “The change we’ve seen in Kerry is amazing. She’s a huge inspiration to the other members and I hopeher success will inspire other people in Chilwell who’d like to lose weight and become happier and healthier to take action. There’s a warm welcome waiting atSlimming World.”The Chilwell group meets every Thursday at 5pm & 7pm at Inham Nook Methodist Church, Pearson Avenue, Chilwell.

For more information Kerry Ward on 07870 409 422 or email ShellNPride@hotmail.com

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TrowellFestival Inn 6pmTel: Debbie: 0773 863 2484

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Aspley St Teresa's Parish ChurchKingsbury Drive 10amTel: George: 07951 043 250

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breeze appeal Fancy treating yourself, or getting thegirls together for a pamper andshopping experience, then why not goalong to a Ladies Pamper Day beingheld at Nottinghamshire Hospice onSunday 12th May.

Tickets are priced at £10 each which includes a 15 minute‘taster’ therapy/beauty treatment and a glass of sparklingwine. There will also be specially selected retail stalls foryou to browse around including ladies handbags, scarves,jewellery, decorated household items, healthy foods andmore.

There will be an array of additional therapy ‘taster’sessions to choose from for an additional £5 per session(subject to availability). Refreshments will be also availablethroughout the day.

The Pamper Day will be held at NottinghamshireHospice, 384 Woodborough Road, Nottingham NG34JF, on Sunday 12th May from 11am – 4.15pm.

“Please join us for what promises to be a wonderfulday whilst at the same time raising money forNottinghamshire Hospice!”

Tickets must be purchased in advance by calling theFundraising Team on 0115 910 1008 (option 3) or email fundraising@nottshospice.org. Please book early to avoid disappointment.

Nottinghamshire Hospice stands at the cutting edge of palliative andrespite care. It is unique in the service it offers to its communities and iskeen for its services to be accessed by patients, carers and families.

Nottinghamshire Hospice first opened its doors in 1980 following thedetermination of its founder members to provide a unique hospice servicefor a diverse Nottinghamshire community. Its aim at that time remains atthe heart of its service today – to make sure that patients’ receive the bestpossible palliative care during the latter part of their life, whatever theirillness, whilst also giving much needed respite and support to their carersand families.

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WELCOME TO THE NEW BUSINESSES IN OUR AREA....

If you have a new business and would like to be featured callour team on 0115 967 8663

Let the readers of Breeze know you are here!

Breeze has been established,serving the community since2002. Ten years of providing

homes in our area withinformation on new andestablished businesses.

BE A PART OF OUR SUCCESS AND LET OUR 23,000 READERS KNOW ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS!

Amrik Singh has helped out in the industrymost of his life for the family business. Because of

the experience he gained in all aspects of thesupply chain and drinks retailing he reallywanted to put all of that together to set uphis own business offering customerssuperb offer prices across the board ontheir favourite drinks.This opportunity arose when he saw the

shop for rent on Wollaton Road in Beeston.The location used to be used by the Thresher

retailer but was now To Let. “This was a perfectplace for me” says Amrik. “Customers werepreviously already used to buying the drinks theyenjoy there but now I could offer my cut pricingand fantastic range to those same customers” heexplains.Amrik offers a unique service in that if you can’t find wine spirits or beers anywhere

else he will order it in for you. This is all part of the extra effort that comes as standardwith Simply Drinks on Wollaton Road.Amrik says “ I have the largest selection of wines spirits and beers in the area, and

cheaper than leading supermarkets.”“If you are sceptical about what you are reading then call in and see for yourself.” he

adds.Customers who enjoy the finer things in life can now buy Havana and Cuban cigars

from the shop - one of only a very few in the areas to do so, as these are amongst thevery best cigars available.Special offers available, changing weekly but they do sell fast. Look out for quality local

ales including Castle Rock, Blue Monkey and Dancing Duck. “Now you can enjoy thesequality ales without breaking the budget” says Amrik.Check out their web deals only available on FaceBook - just search for Simply Drinks,

Beeston.Simply Drinks, 146 Wollaton Road, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 2PHTelephone 0115 922 2009

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Local businessman Kewal Athwal, anErewash Borough Councillor, is supportinga new initiative launched by the CanaanTrust. The scheme seeks to provide theTrust’s homeless clients with theopportunity to gain some valuable‘commercial enterprise’ experience. Inessence the Trust has launched its ownCharity Shop on-line through Ebay.The Ebay Charity shop is run by a group of

clients who oversee the photographing ofsaleable items, their listing on Ebay,handling of the email correspondence withpotential customers, and ultimately thedispatching and fulfillment of ordersplaced.

Kevin Curtis, Project Manager at theCanaan Trust, says, ‘This new initiative is awinner all round. Our clients are keen andeager to learn new ‘commercial’ skills anddisciplines which will look positive andproactive on their CVs while at the sametime helping to provide badly neededfunds to enable the Trust to continue toprovide its support to those mostvulnerable in our local communities’.

In their first move into running the CharityShop On-line the Trust’s clients sold a batchof over 20 men’s themed (Rocky Balboa andStar Wars) dressing gowns. The ‘stock’ wassnapped up very quickly providing theclients with a great deal of encouragementto develop the initiative.

Hearing of this initiative Cllr Kewal Athwalgot in touch generously offering to sharesome stock from his own business toprovide the Trust’s Charity Shop withproduct to sell.

Cllr Athwal says, ‘Thisis a brilliant initiativeand is truly a ‘win win’for clients and theCanaan Trust, thecharity whichsupports them.Having heard of its early success I wanted to see how I, as a localbusinessman,could help. I amsure many otherlocal businessesand retailers havestock which theycould makeavailable. The stock couldbe end of lineitems, multipleor single items,samples, seconds. The Canaan Trust will value anything that

is offered. It would be great if otherbusinesses could he join in and look tohelp.’

If you are in business locally, are a localretailer or wholesaler and you would liketo encourage this initiative you cancontact the Canaan Trust on 0115 9464903. Anyone can become homeless –the Trust has assisted individuals whohave become homeless after theirbusiness has had to close as a result ofthe recession. Do your bit to helpsupport your local homeless.

The Canaan Trust, based in Main Street, LongEaton has been working to help the homelessof the area since 1995. Operating 24 hours aday, 7 days a week, 365 days a year the Trustprovides safe accommodation as it seeks tohelp each individual address and overcomethe issues which have led to and which nowoften trap them in their homelessness.

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Grand Central Chorus.A Musical Mixture.Fundraising is at the forefront of the Chorus activitiesto support them in competing, as British Champions,at the International Barbershop Convention, Toronto,Canada, in July this year.

The next show is in company with the very talented‘Act One’ Youth Musical Theatre Group fromShepshed and the new ‘New Orleans Hotshots’playing their special brand of traditional jazz. Thishappens at 7.30pm on the 20th April, 2013 in theEmmanuel Church, Forest Road, Loughborough,LE11 3NW.

Also appearing will be the Chorus quartets ‘GrandDads’ and ‘Homespun’ featuring a Dad and his threelads. M.C. will be Mr. Des Bates well known localpresenter and raconteur. Dave Andrews, who was tocompere will be indisposed and we wish a quickrecovery. Tickets £8 from Peter on 01530 243912, Chris on01509 646506 or e-mail publicity.gcc@gmail.comDraw tickets, with a first prize of £400, are being sold. If you would like some they will be available at the above event orcontact us by e-mail.

Sponsorship is being offered to businesses in the East Midlands. There are three levels, gold, silver and bronze. Nelson on 07967091202 isthe man to call if interested or e-mail him at nelsonblackley@hotmail.com A date for prospective singers is Wednesday the 22nd May, 2013, in the Chorus rehearsal venue, Harrington School, Derby Road, Long Eaton,

NG10 4BJ at 7.15pm. We are holding one of our ‘Learn to sing in harmony’ evenings. It is free with expert coaching on hand. No singing solo.Come and sing with the best. Bring yourself and a bottle of water. Call Martin on 07855270803 to register or just turn up on the night.

If you are seeking an entertainment contact Peter on 01530 243822 or e-mail. Any number of singers can be provided from four to forty.Fees are negotiable. Quality is guaranteed.See the website www.grandcentralchorus.com for up to date information. The e-mail address is publicity.gcc@gmail.com.Visitors are welcome to visit on any Wednesday rehearsal evening and see us in action.

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Congratulations on the weddingof Maria and Andy."Best Day of our life's"

Happy 3rd Birthday Stanley, lotsof hugs and kisses, Mummy,Daddy, Archie, Bump and allyour family and friends xxxx

Wishing Doug a very happy birthday Love from Brenda and Jill

Happy 60th Birthday BillLove Carol, Molly and Sarah

Happy 19th Birthday AnthonyAll our Love Mum, Dad and

Thomas x x x

'Happy 103rd Brithday Elsie! Love all the family'

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 MAY13 ISSUE: 22nd April 2013PLEASE 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. With full address details

HappyBirthdayour little ‘terror’!Isobelon your 4th Birthday.Have a lovely daywith us fromMummy,Daddy& SammyXXXX

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STAGECOACHBEESTONCELEBRATES10 YEARS OFPERFORMING ARTS!

Saturday 23rd Marchwas a monumentalday for StagecoachBeeston as itcelebrated 10 yearssince it first opened itsdoors. Around fiftystudents and theirparents battled through unseasonal snow to perform for theeagerly awaited end of term talent show. Based loosely aroundthe X factor and Britain's got talent, it was fantastic to see so muchtalent from the students at the school. Not only did we see someexcellent singing and dancing, but we saw some extra skills suchas musical instruments, gymnastics, the 'three' dancing pony and"the cup song".

There was an excellent jovial atmosphere in the school onSaturday, and we even welcomed back the previous principal (andfounder of the Beeston school) as a guest judge on our judgingpanel.

Stagecoach Beeston is a great place to be. In July our 6-18 yearolds will be on stage at the royal concert hall. No previousperforming arts experience is required, so come and find out morenow!Stagecoach BeestonCall: 0115 851 0352 or 07581 495 025email: beeston@stagecoach.co.ukwww.stagecoach.co.uk/beeston

Photo By: Eleri Tunstall at ICKOOTU Photography

MORE THAN JUST A CAFE!Jerry’s on the High Road inBeeston is a great place to take the weight off andkeep the kids entertained as well!Anyone would be forgivenfor thinking that Jerry’s injust another café on theHigh Road. Until you stepinside - with its modernsurroundings and freshlymade hot dogs anddelicious selection ofdoughnuts, you can enjoyyour coffee knowing that thekids are not under your feet.

Chill out with free wi-fi whilstthe kids enjoy the range ofexciting arcade games...

Remember that feeling youused to have as a child atthe amusements? Jerry’sis a safe environment torekindle that feeling andenjoy a snack along theway!Why not call in an ask

about their 2 hour PartyPackage and give your child abirthday with a difference...

Jerry’s106 High RoadBeeston

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WIN a family ticket to see Peter Pan -The Never Ending Story at the Capital FMArena Nottingham in September!

This ground-breaking theatrical production, visiting Capital FMArena Nottingham 13 -15 September, will transport audiencesto a world full of fantasy as they witness for the first time, atheatrical spectacular of cinematic quality. A feast of dance andmusic, the show will capture the hearts and imaginations ofevery generation of the family!

Peter Pan will fly! He’ll be elevated into the air withoutharnesses by an incredible wind turbine, allowing him torealistically fly on the stage. A breath-taking experience, thistechnology will be used for the very first time on stage!World renowned musical director Matt Dunkley will be

adapting contemporary hits for this spectacle, transformingclassic hits by Robbie Williams, Sealand Rod Stewart to name a few,creating a truly impressivesoundtrack to compliment one ofthe most extraordinary arena showsever seen!

Staring the wonderful StaceySolomon as Tinker Bell, the narratorof the story, this is a must-seeproduction…

For your chance to win afamily ticket

(two adults and two children orone adult and three children),

on 13th September at 7pm

Just answerthis question:

WHO WILL BE PLAYING TINKER BELL?

Send your answer on a postcardwith your name, address and daytime

tel number to:Breeze Peter Pan Competition,

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Closing Date: 15th May 2013. The winners details will be passed on directly to Capital

FM Arena. By entering you are agreeing to this.T&C’s apply

Peter Pan – The Never EndingStory visits Capital FM ArenaNottingham13-15 September 2013. Tickets are priced from £20 andcan be purchased onlinewww.capitalfmarena.com or bycalling 0843 373 3000.

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IT’S NEVER TOO EARLY TO PLAN

Planning for the future is important for all of us.Particularly if there’s a family business involved.Sadly, making sure that everything’s in placeshould you or a family member become ill orneed care or die is all too often left on the ‘to do’list. Sometimes also on the ‘too difficult’ list.Planning ahead can make life so much easier forthose who are left behind to pick up the pieces.

Making a Will is something most of us have not done yet, eventhough statistics say that as many as 100% will die one day. If youdon’t write a Will, the intestacy rules decide which family members getyour assets. Thinking through your wishes now and setting them outclearly in a Will can help to avoid expensive family disputes, andsometimes even save Inheritance Tax.

Preparing a Lasting Power of Attorney while you still have full mentalcapacity will allow a trusted family member, friend or professionaladvisor of your choice to take charge of your finances and/or makedecisions about personal welfare issues should you not be able to doso yourself.

Making gifts during your lifetime can save tax – but you need tostructure any giving carefully to get the best results.

Planning for Care Fees is something many people are concernedabout. The Government has announced that long term care bills areto be capped at £72,000 with pensioners encouraged to take outprivate insurance to cover themselves. But what will this mean foryour family? Some commentators say that thousands will still beforced to sell their homes to fund the payments.

Despite the wealth of information now available online, there is nosubstitute for getting face-to-face professional legal advice from asolicitor about your own family situation. Do beware of unregulatedwill-writing companies making outlandish promises. As in many areasof life, if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. For help in writing Wills, creating powers of attorney, and

planning for the future, contact Jayne Smith at Rothera Dowsonon 0800 158 5316.

TAX AND CHILD BENEFIT CHANGES

As you may be aware during the 2012/2013 tax year the rules relatingto who can claim child benefit changed. If you or your partner have received child benefit after 7th January 2013

and you earned more than £50,000 in the year it will be necessary foryou to inform HM Revenue & Customs that you need to complete a selfassessment tax return for the year ended 5th April 2013 and completeand submit the return by 31st January 2014.

HM Revenue & Customs have admitted that not everyone affected bythese changes have been contacted so many people are unaware of thisand it is estimated that an additional 300,000 people will be required tocomplete tax returns due to this change.Bramcote Accountancy Services can help you with completing the form

to request a tax return and completion of the tax return itself for a lowfixed fee, you will have the reassurance that your tax return is completedby a fully qualified Chartered Tax Adviser and that your tax liability willbe minimised as far as legally possible. To arrange a free no obligation consultation call 0115 925 5337 or email info@bramcoteaccountancy.co.uk

Taxing times

The economy has affected everyone one wayor another... we’ve some advice on how to savemoney and plan for the future...

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SAVE MONEY ON ALL YOUR BILLS

Reset Renewables are a local company dedicated to reducing it’scustomers energy bills. Director, John Allen has been actively involved forthe past ten years in the industry and with the formation of ResetRenewables for the past three years.“Energy costs are spiralling and a large part of your earnings are going

on fuel leaving less disposable cash for holidays or savings, we canreverse this trend by simply investing in products which will save onenergy such as LED lights and voltage optimisation these 2 products cancombined shave 20% per year off a household electricity bill. If you wish to invest and reap a steady income far greater than banks or

building societies then we offer Solar panels. Solar panels produce electricity which you are paid to produce you can

use this in your house and even heat up your hot water cylinder whileout at work, this also reduces your need to buy electricity and what youdon’t use you are paid to export.

If you look around on many houses you will see so many people havestarted producing their own electricity with solar panels, many say it’s notthe investment side that attracts them but they are getting a hold on theever increasing bills.

Later this year there is another initiative coming out ‘The renewable heatincentive’ which will allow you to replace your boiler for a heat pump. Thistakes the heat from the environment and compresses it, allowing largesavings to gas and oil. We will be able to install solar thermal panels thatheat your hot water also through the renewable heat incentive. Thegovernment are trying to reduce Co2 emissions and intern this willdramatically reduce house hold energy bills.With ever increasing fuel bills, talk to your local engineer at Reset

Renewables, we are a family company living and working around thispart of Nottingham. “I have tried not to confuse, just give the basics andon arrival at your home or office I can explain in as much detail as youwish. These technologies work and work very well, we can offermonitoring and 20 year warranties included in the cost”Why not give Reset Renewables a call to see how they can start

saving you money 0115 837 8322

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Beeston Players havebeen entertainingBeeston audiencessince 1968 and theirnext production will bethe famous play byAlan Ayckbourn called"Bedroom Farce".

The innovative group have decidedto perform this play "in the round"which will add a new dimension tothe plot. Ernest and Delia are aboutto celebrate their weddinganniversary. Malcolm and Kate arepreparing a house-warming party.Nick and Jan have been invited tothe party, but Nick has hurt hisback. All three couples have theirnights totally turned upside down bythe marital problems of Trevor (son of Ernest andDelia) and his wife Susannha. The three bedrooms simultaneously have action

flowing in and out from one to another during thishectic night.

To be performed “in the round” featuring debutperformances at Roundhill School, Foster Ave,Beeston

WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY AND SATURDAY15, 16, 17 AND 18 MAY 2013 AT 7.30 PMADMISSION (including free tea/coffee/ and abiscuit) £6Concessions £5. Licensed BarBookings can be made via the internet atwww.beestonplayers.Orgor by contacting Barbara Barton on0115 922 3977

An amateur production in associationwith Samuel French Limited

Have you ever thought that you’d like to have a go yourself, either on stage orbackstage? Beeston Players would love for you to join them. “Don’t worry, if you’venever acted before we won’t throw you in at the deep end! We welcome people ofall abilities and experience. There are frequently smaller roles which you can start offin, and as you get more and more confident, you can opt for the larger roles. It’sentirely up to you!But plays aren’t just about the acting. There are always lots of other important rolesincluding direction, production, set design, sound & lighting, prompting, front ofhouse etc…We meet regularly on Monday evenings, from 7.30-9.30 (except during the summer),

so this would be a good opportunity to come and meet us and find out more. Youwill usually find us reading through different scripts, looking to get ideas of futureplays for the group to perform.

In the run up to a production, those involved will be rehearsing, leaving a smallerreading group, so you will certainly get a chance to take part. We usually break forabout a half hour to have coffee and biscuits and catch up with one another.Monday meetings take place at Christ-Church Chilwell (get directions). The entrance

is on College Road, and we meet in the room at the top of the stairs.There is an annual membership fee of £15, but we’ll only ask you to pay if you want

to commit to joining us, so please feel free to come along for several weeks beforedeciding. Also, we ask members to contribute £1 per week to cover tea/coffee andbiscuits”.If you’re interested in coming along to a meeting, please get in contact via their

website www.beestonplayers.Org

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The kind hand of the gardener

As gardeners we may well see our role as a kindly one -looking after that which grows and nurturing it.

The wisest path to success here is to choose carefully thoseplants which reliably grow in our climate - or even chooseones that can take a slightly harsher environment just to besure.

Tactics such as avoiding high-nitrogen fertilisers as theyencourage plants to make lots of sappy leafy growth that isparticularly susceptible to damage, especially early and latein the year are also helpful.

Another tip is to avoid planting tender shrubs in Eastfacing sites as that is where the chill will generally comefrom.

When you do get planting it may well be wise to havesome gardeners wire, some thin plastic tubing and somefleece to make quick & easy cloches if a frosty period comesback to bite.

If your plants do get damaged they can still sometimesrecover so don’t despair and do try to either cover them or,if in pots, move them to shelter - either inside or in agreenhouse (did you read our article on making your ownshelter in the January issue?). Just remember that all plantshave their ‘zone’ and the UK climate comes into a surprisingrange of these zones die to our varied weather system. Asmentioned before, shelter is most helpful whether it is anatural or permanent barrier to cold winds or something moresubstantial like a greenhouse or cold frame. The humble cloche isthe gardeners friend too so use it - or maybe lose it!

A ray of sunshine

Why not plant out some bulbs ready for early summer? Like buriedtreasure they will rise up and lighten our hearts with the promise ofgrowth and colour.

Bulbs are on sale now and you should look for nice healthy andfirm bulbs with no signs of mould. The soil temperature should bearound 13c and so with our rather late spring it’s not too late toplant them around now. Place with the pointed end upwards in it’s

own hole and cover gently with soil. If you plant into pots these

can then be lifted in winter and stored, ready for next springs plantout. Bulbs just keep dividing so it’s very cost effective and fun. Youwill need to lift summer flowering bulbs as they won’t be hardy inwinter and will die off. Store them wrapped in dry paper (oldnewspapers will do) and away from frost so indoors is best.

At least by getting some bulbs in pots or the ground we havesomething to look forward to and enjoy, even as we move ontoother interesting garden planting later in the year.

As always in our gardens we have to work with nature and notagainst it which is what our path of learning is leading us to as wecontinue to make our garden bloom.

Let’s look forward to making our garden the lovely patch it was lastyear. Enjoy! ...(continues)

There’s is nothing that nature cannot ultimately dealwith - with varying degrees of help from us. This monthwe look at how we can over come the recent weatherand look forward to spending time in our gardens...

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Points to watch this month:

• Beware late frosts: cover plants ifheavy frost is forecast and do not putvulnerable bedding plants out withoutcover just yet.

• Deadhead daffodils and Narcissi andfeed them with liquid feed ready fornext year. Leave the leaves on.

• Tidy & hoe spring borders before thegrowing season really takes hold andover runs you!

• Add mulch where needed again before growth blocks where you want o go withit. Your own garden compost, out of date grow bags or manure are all good.

• When the soil eventually warms up add general purpose fertiliser before coveringwith your mulch on borders, and fruit or veg patches. Don’t forget containersneed a feed too.

• Time to check those garden tools whilst we still have time: is your mower up tothe job?

• With warmer temperatures it’s also a good time to give the shed a good coat ofpreservative - go on and treat yourself to a brighter colour this year! Be aware thatfence sprayers used in the open can allow the mist to drift and cause a nuisance tosay the very least!

• Attack slugs and snails before they get chance to colonise your garden (we havecovered this pest in our August 2012 issue which you can view online).

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Would you like to take your place on thestart line of the world's most iconic halfmarathon, the BUPA Great North Run,on Sunday 15th September 2013? Hearing Dogs for Deaf People has GoldBond places available and would loveyou to join their 2013 running team!

It is not too late for you to join the HearingDogs team giving you the chance to notonly take part in the world’s biggest halfmarathon but to change the lives of deafpeople at the same time.Hearing Dogs for Deaf People have a

number of Gold Bond places available forBUPA Great North Run on Sunday 15September 2013 from Newcastle to SouthShields.“We would love you to run for Hearing

Dogs for Deaf People and all we ask for inreturn for your place is for you to raise aminimum of £300 in sponsorship.With no government funding, we rely on

people like you raising funds on our behalf.Every penny you raise in sponsorship willhelp us to give deaf people the confidenceto leave behind the isolation the deafnesscan bring”. 

Hearing Dogs for Deaf People have beentraining dogs to alert deaf people to

specific household sounds and danger signals such as the doorbell,telephone or smoke alarm in the home, workplace or in public

buildings for 30 years. There are 750 hearing dogs currently inoperation across the UK bringing independence, confidence andcompanionship to deaf people. 

Lucy Ward, Community Fundraising Manager for Hearing Dogs says:“Our Gold Bond Places are filled on a first come first served basis so ifyou would like to join the Hearing Dogs team please get in touch assoon as possible”

Once you have signed up Hearing Dogs will support you every stepof the way. With fundraising advice, chance to visit our training centreto meet some of our hearing dogs in training and a post racereception at the Charity Village with refreshments and sports massage.

To secure your place in the BUPA Great North Run 2013 pleasecontact Lucy Ward on 01759 322255 or lucy.ward@hearingdogs.org.uk

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Half price neuteringspecial offer atChurchcroft Vets. FINAL MONTH!

Churchcroft Vets have been offering half price neutering in March andthis has been extremely popular. The offer runs until the end of Aprilso this is a great time to take action to prevent unwanted puppiesand kittens.

Any age of dog or cat can be neutered although there is a preferencefor doing this younger since this avoids the possibility of unwantedpregnancies and there is some evidence that it is safer. Head vet George comments “There is a body of evidence from theUnited States and elsewhere that early neutering is associated withbetter welfare for pets. This means that anyone can take advantage ofthis offer in the next few weeks. Since we have started neuteringearlier we have noted that the patients recover more quickly from thesurgery. In addition, they do not seem to associate the surgery withan unpleasant experience in the way some older pets do.Also, we now do invisible stitching for all our neuterings so there is noneed to use those horrible bulky head collars. This makes the post-opcare much nicer for the pets and their owners!” Nurse Rhiannon adds “Neutering is also a great time to considerhaving your pet microchipped. Whilst chipping can be done in dogsand cats when they are awake it is nicer for them to have it donewhilst asleep so they don’t feel a thing”.

Pets can be dropped off for neutering from 8am in the morningallowing busy folk to fit this in around their working day.Churchcroft’s HALF PRICE neutering offer runs until the end of

April. That means cat neutering from just £23/29 and dogneutering from just £65/85.Hurry though because places are limited. Call Churchcroft on

0115 922 4855 and take advantage of this deal immediately.

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LOOKING FORSOMETHING DIFFERENT?

The Feminine touchcan bring you:

• Colour advice: matching to existing and the latest colours

• Glossing - Georgian windows etc - finished professionally

• Wallpapering - including ceilings, all finishes • Tiling

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Commendations available on request, plus portfolio of completed jobs

Getting unstuck!Despite the quite cold and frostyMarch one thing is fairly certain; theweather will start to change, becomewarmer and more inviting. This willhappen quite naturally which is notalways the case when we get stuck orfrozen in a psychologically andemotionally negative state.

Our mind can too easily becomestuck and cause us many difficulties inwork, with our families and ourrelationships. Trying to get out of sucha stuck state can be hard if we try to doit on our own. Martin Smith, a therapistbased in Long Eaton can and doeshelp many people get out of a varietyof such stuck or frozen negative states. Martin has a well-established private therapy practiceand deals with a variety of issues using common sense practical approaches of solution focused therapy.

A vital factor to Martin’s approach is flexibility. “We are all individualsand processes and interventions which work for one person may notwork for others; it is vital to ensure treatment suits the client” comments Martin.If you would like to know more about Martin’s approach and

want to move your life forward now, call him direct on 07973410010 or email itctherapy@aol.com for an initial appointment.

Appointments are available during the day, evenings and weekendsto suit your needs and commitments. You can also contact him and obtain further information through his website at www.taking-control.co.uk.

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horoscopesYOUR MONTH AHEAD

ARIES [Mar21st-Apr20Set backs interfering with dailyroutines are dealt with allowingApril to run as smooth aspossible. Support given to closefriends has its rewards. Makingsure preparations are in orderyou put your best foot forwardinto the realm of some success.Misunderstandings with lovedones soon smooth over afterdiscussions.TAURUS [Apr 21st-May 20th]Minor issues are resolved with

you in mind. Dealing withmatters of the heart takes prioritywhen up against more pressure.Finding spare time becomesdifficult as the month becomesmore hectic. Plans for changesaround the home bring someexcitement with long-termcommitments in view. End ofmonth much calmer for all. GEMINI [May 21st-Jun 21st]An exciting time approacheswhen through all your hard workbenefits arrive one way oranother. Taking time out youbecome aware someone may notbe as loyal as you thoughttherefore proving how right youwere. Taking no chances you sortmatters out which you feel havebeen neglected. Travelling lightcomes at the right time for you.

CANCER Jun 22nd-Jul 23rd]With a certain amount of tensionthrough pressure buildingaround you a break away from itall does you the world of good.Helping others to come to termswith something takes little timebut of great value to the personinvolved. Excited by newprospects you gain a morepositive outlook on life foryourself and those close. LEO [Jul24th-Aug23rd]Love and romance takes overwhen a couple of down daysappear for no reason. With plentyto talk about, family could wellbe drawn in to arrange onespecial social event. Careful notto overspend you give muchthought to another’s wish.Becoming the driving force forone important project couldprove valuable for all concerned. VIRGO [Aug 24th-Sep23rd]Whatever you chose toaccomplish for this monthsuccess is yours for the takingprovide you play your cards right.Admiration comes your way aftercertain achievements puttingothers well in the background.Promises are kept, putting asmile on one persons face.Joining groups for health orwealth brings commitments.

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By ANNE HARBOUR Registered Hypnotherapist. HPD.MNSHP. Member of The National Society of Hypnosisand Psychotherapy.Telephone: 07845 405835

LIBRA [Sep24th-Oct 22nd]Organisation becomes the key toachievements, well on the wayfor the coming months. Romancebrings a sparkle to your face afteran odd few days where lack ofcommunication took place. Withsome adjustment to financesarrangements are made whichelevates any concerns. Afterrunning around your happywhen the month ends.

SCORPIO [Oct 23rd-Nov 22nd]Insecurities disappear during thefirst few days. Taking intoaccount all you have done forothers you take some advise andenjoy time away. Love comes inwhen least expected raisingeyebrows from someone close.Unresolved issues are dealt withhead on bringing satisfaction allround. Meetings with influentialpeople not far away.

SAGITTARIUS [Nov 23rd-Dec 22nd]Determined as ever you makesure plans are put into actionsooner rather than later givingsomeone around you plenty tothink about. Pulling back fromthose who demand your timeand attention you arrange at asuitable time, a place to unwind.Making one journey interruptsyour daily routine but you enjoythe outcome.

CAPRICORN [Dec 23rd-Jan 20th]Not able to be in twoplaces at one time youstand up to someone who rulesthe roost. An interestingoutcome likely with you takingcontrol of the situation. Givingthought to studying and takingon a new profession provesworthwhile when discussing thematter with someone special.Unfinished jobs in and aroundthe home completed.

AQUARIUS [Jan 21st-Feb 19th]With plenty to fill all the days ofApril you encourage supportfrom another. Biding your timeand buttoning your lip you waitand say your peace. All turns outwell in the end. Loosing items inand around the home likely whenin a hurry keeping you from oneimportant engagement. Wastingno time or energy you achieveone goal.

PISCES [Feb 20th-Mar20th]After making some adjustment inyour life you show one personthat you mean business. Takingcontrol and allowing no one tolive your life for you challengesare met head on and dealt withquickly. Treating yourself tosomething special cheers you upwith new and bright ideas for thehome. You catch up onimportant paperwork.

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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, IT’S FREE to:

Email: info@breeze-magazine.co.uk TEXT: Entries must be supplied with your text either as part of a worddocument or typed in to the email itself. Try to supply the text as you would like it to appearIMAGES: All images should be in jpg format with copyright held for use. We do not accept adverts in this section. We also cannot accept Publisher files.PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO VOLUME WE ONLY ACCEPT ENTRIES VIA EMAIL

John Clifford Primary School,Nether Street, Beeston's Spring Fair will

take place on Saturday 18th May 2013 11-2pm.There will be having a tombola, raffle,

BBQ and lots lots more.

West Hallam Drama Group are progressing plans for aDrama Group ‘Open Evening’ on Saturday, 6th July2013 at West Hallam Village Hall – featuring ‘‘The LastTango in West Hallam’ by David Tristram; and they aredrawing up a Programme for the evening, furtherdetails of which will be published nearer the event,together with information of starting time, ticket prices,etc..

If you are interested in joining them, or learningmore about the Drama Group, or maybe you knowof someone who may be, then please give Tim a callon 01159 303 340 and have a chat, or if you prefer,you can email them on dramawh@hotmail.com.

“We’d be pleased to hear from you as we are hoping towelcome new members, whether male or female and,particularly, younger members (18 years or older) whowould like to join our friendly and sociable group. It’s great fun!”

ST MARYS CHURCHATTENBOROUGH

PRESENTCANTATA ENSEMBLEFRIDAY 17TH MAY 2013 7.30 P.M£6.00 + Glass of Wine

“As an opening to ourFlower Festival we areholding a concertstarring the CantataEnsemble – this singinggroup was formed in 1992and since that time theyhave grown from strength tostrength, performing in numerouschurches and concert venuesaround the counties ofNottinghamshire and Derbyshire.Their music and songs will bevaried and there should besomething for everyone of all agesto enjoy.

Tickets are available topurchase or reserve on 01159254385 - for other information regarding theFlower Festival opening times please see ourweb site www.attenboroughchurch.org.uk or notice boards in church”.

ST MARYS CHURCH ATTENBOROUGHFLOWER FESTIVAL

FRIDAY MAY 17TH –MONDAY 20th MAY 2013Try not to miss our Flower Festival this year there should be some

beautiful displays showing the church at its very best. The weekend will commence witha concert starring the Cantata Ensemble and the church will be open from 10.00 a.m. onSaturday morning until Monday evening. There will be craft stalls and music during theweekend. Refreshments will be available daily. For more details please see our website www.attenboroughchurch.org.uk or

telephone 01159254385.

Beeston and District Local History SocietyOn April 17th. 2013, at the Chilwell Memorial Hall,

High Road, Chilwell, at 7.30p.m.A talk by Mick Whysall on Wollaton Hall.

Admission, £2.50.For further information visit www.beestonhistory.org.uk

Breaston May Day Gala – 6th May 2013

May Day Bank holiday wouldn’t be a holiday without Breaston Gala.The bunting will be out for a fabulous day which will include a

pantomime horse event, maypole dancing, dog show, tug-of-war,children’s races, punch and judy and loads more of traditional stalls.In fact everything needed for a fabulous day out.

For a community based fun day go along to Duffield Close, Breastonon Monday 6th May between 11am and 4pm. “We look forward to seeing you!”Find them on Facebook or look at their web site for updates:

www.breastongala.org.uk

Car Boot Sale – Saturday 23 March and Saturday 11 May9 am to 11.30 am

College House Junior School, Cator Lane, Chilwell, NG9 4BB50p entry (children free)

Refreshments and bouncy castle, sorry no dogs on site.All proceeds in aid of the “Friends of College House Junior

School” Registered Charity No 518492www.collegehouse.notts.sch.uk/friends

friends@collegehouse.notts.sch.ukAny queries call 0776 0237485

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This year Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland(RIBI) celebrates 10 years of supporting stroke prevention

across the UK.

Over the last decade an estimated 200,000 people have had their blood pressure checked at KnowYour Blood Pressure events hosted by Rotary with the Stroke Association. Over 30,000 people weretested in 2012; this year the hope is to reach even more as 40% of strokes could be prevented ifundiagnosed high blood pressure was identified and treated. There are 152,000 strokes in the UK every year, which works out at one every five minutes. High

blood pressure is the biggest risk factor contributing to stroke, but it has no symptoms and canaffect people of any age. 16 million people in the UK have high blood pressure yet many of themdon’t know it. If left untreated, it can increase your risk of having a stroke. To mark the anniversary the Rotary club of Wollaton Park is hosting a free Know Your Blood Pressure

event at Wollaton Co-Operative Store, Wollaton Road, on Saturday 27th April 2013 to raise awarenessabout the link between blood pressure and stroke. Measuring blood pressure is quick, simple andpainless; it is done with an inflatable cuff put on your arm. The NHS recommends that all adults havetheir blood pressure checked at least every five years. Jon Barrick, Chief Executive of the Stroke Association said; “Stroke is one of the UK’s biggest killersand leading cause of adult disability, but far too many people don’t understand it or ever think it’llhappen to them. Rotary have been a fantastic partner in hosting these events which play a vital rolein preventing stroke and letting people know their level of risk so they can take action before it’s toolate. Everyone should have their blood pressure tested at Know Your Blood Pressure events”Mike Lucas, President of the Rotary Club of Wollaton Park added, “The Know Your Blood Pressureevents have helped prevent thousands of strokes over the last ten years. Learning your bloodpressure is high can be worrying, but these events will give you advice on the simple steps you cantake to keep it under control. Healthy eating, stopping smoking and taking regular exercise will allmake a difference and reduce your risk.” For more information on stroke, call the Stroke Association helpline on 0303 3033 100 orvisit www.stroke.org.uk/kybp .

Join your local Rotary club and discover how you can make a difference. For moreinformation about Rotary International in Great Britain and Ireland, visit www.ribi.org.

The Wollaton

Branch the Royal British

Legion Women's Section

will be holding their

annual Fair on May 11th

to raise funds for widows

and children.

There will be home made

cakes, bread, jam and

chutney; plants, crafts and

jewellery;

White Elephant, Tombola,

games and a Raffle.

Entrance is £1 which will

include tea and cake.

It will be open from 12 -

3 at St Leonards

Community Centre on

Bramcote Lane

Wollaton village.

Hope to see you there!

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