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Welcome to this months Breeze - A massive thank you to all our

advertisers and readers over the last100 issues - we catch up with

businesses that featured in our veryfirst issue and see how they have

developed.

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Christine Hibbert has been in the accountancy businessworking locally for over twenty five years, eight years agoshe set up her own practice - CVH Accounting.Christine puts her success down to being part of a team.

For many years she has worked along side John Green, awell respected man in his field. Together they have built upa reputation that goes before them.

Over the last eight years Christine has built up her team togive their clients the best service,ensuring that all aspects ofAccounting are conveyed in a way that clients can

understand.“Accounts and anything relating to finance can be very daunting for most people, this is where the job brings outthe best in our team. We pride ourselves on being able to offer advice and a service that gives our clients a clearunderstanding”.Their success also comes from hard work and determination to get the best for her clients - it’s important to keepup to date with all the latest governmental changes.

Recent headlines have highlighted the confusion surrounding tax and what it means to the average person.If you think you are currently paying or have paid too much tax in the past you should contact your local taxoffice and explain your reasons to them.

If the thought of this sends shivers down your spine or the complexity of the tax system leaves you feelingbamboozled you are not alone, but help is at hand. With the current tax year fastly coming to an end, CVH canhelp you calculate and reclaim any tax that you may have overpaid and ensure that from the start of theimpending new tax year (6th April 2011) your taxes are all in order so that you do not overpay in the future.

So whether you are self employed, a pensioner or an employee, CVH can help CVH Accounting 210 Lower Regent Street, Beeston Nottingham NG9 2DD Tel: 0115 922 0815

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THE CVH TEAM - LEFT TO RIGHTCHRISTINE HIBBERT, JOHN GREEN,MIKE HIBBERT, DEB HIBBERT & JO BLACK

RECENT HEADLINES HIGHLIGHT

WHAT CVH CAN HELP YOU WITH

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Stylistics premisesare situated inChilwell on theedge of LongEaton inNottingham,the acknowledgedcentre for quality upholstery inthe UK.

Offering a truly bespoke servicespanning all aspects of the trade, fromspring repairs and footstool toheadboards and new fully upholsteredsuites, you only have to ask!

Robert and David - brothers-in-law andowners, offer expert advise and back that up with high quality workmanshipalong with a prompt written estimate for the customer’s consideration.

All work is carried out in-house at Stylistic’s showroom and workshop whichallows for the production to the highest standard of workmanship and quality,

Since their early beginnings back in nineteen ninety, they have includedantique-renovation together with their famous re-upholstery service makingup most of their business.

Interestingly the movement away from ‘Retail Park’ furniture, seems to begaining ground among discerning customers and Stylistic Upholstery believethat it is service such as theirs which has led customers to re-evaluate thebenefit of having their own three piece suite designed exactly for them or re-upholstered in a material which really complements their decor.“Our speedy cushion-replacement service has proven a huge success” says

Robert, explaining the growth of their ‘Cushy Number’ arm of the business.Robert and David of Stylistic will continue to offer a varied repertoire from

traditional to contemporary to the customer who seeks a well finished anddesigned product of which they can be proud - one that’s built with the aim ofoutlasting the mass produced ‘Retail Park Bargain’!Stylistic Upholstery, 60 Attenborough Lane,

Chilwell, Nottingham NG9 5JWTel: 0115 925 9149

Over the past nearlysix years Artworks has

grown from a shop selling basicart and craft materials into a vibrant centrewhere people come to ‘experience’ arts andcrafts.

All the basic materials are still sold butthere is so much more.... customers havebeen heard to say “this is a veritableAladdin’s Cave”when they are in the shop!

Browsing and soaking up the atmosphereis a popular past-time at the busy shop,surrounded by higher-end craft materials,

good quality art materials as well as a wide variety of carefully chosen, hand-produced giftware, (jewellery, felt work, wood craft), beautiful cards and highquality art work all created by local people. Artworks is very proud to showcasethe work of so many talented people.

Picture Framing goes from strength to strength and Artworks enjoys a reputa-tion for approaching framing with customers on a very personal level, takingtime to ensure customers are always happy with their choices. As a result there isa large customer base which includes a high number of repeat customers aswell as word-of-mouth recommendations which is testament to the high qualityof framing.

Another area of huge growth for Artworks has been that of classes andworkshops on offer.The classroom is now in use every morning and afternoonsession, including two classes which now run on Mondays when the shop is noteven open!

A varied programme of Saturday workshops is offered with those in mind whowork during the week and can’t attend weekly classes.The future looks very bright at Artworks so come and be part of it!

Tel: 0115 922 3743 86-88 Chilwell Road, Beeston,web: www.artworks-ltd.co.uk • email: info@artworks-ltd.co.uk

VISIT US AT :

86-88 CHILWELL RD BEESTONTEL: 922 3743

web: www.artworks-ltd.co.uk email: info@artworks-ltd.co.uk

SPECIAL OFFER10%OFF

CARD MAKING/CRAFT MATERIALS

(exc. Sale items)on production of this advert

until end April 2011.Why not make a specialMother’s Day or Eastercard for a loved one?

Friendly, helpful advice isavailable or why not develop

new skills and join one ofour popular weekly card

classes or workshops.

NEW!Scrap-Booking Workshop:

Saturday 7th May(This will fill very quickly

so don’t delay – sign up fast!)Jewellery-making

weekly class(This will start after Easter– let us

know if you wish to be on our class list)

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After eleven years of successful business (three in theirnew salon) Cast Hairdressing are pleased to say they arestill going strong!

As for style, ambience and individuality they really havecome a long way. As soon as you enter Cast Hairdressingyou realise you’re going to experience something veryspecial and are going to leave looking fantastic andfeeling relaxed and thoroughly pampered!

As you walk through the salon you are greeted withvarious features, with a chilled friendly atmospherewhich is complemented by the soft mood lighting, theraised backwash which looks beautiful with the lightingfeatures set within the chill out area.When talking to the three partners Cathy, Suzanne and

Andrew you start to understand the time, effort andcreative planning that went into the design. ”We realizein our industry the need and importance to have alifetime learning program. Fashion is constantlychanging and if you are not staying one step ahead in hairdressing, you are going backwards. So going to London on training courses is essential to usin striving to reach excellence in our profession”.

Cast would like to take the opportunity to thank all their customers for their support.Without you they could not have achieved this.With spring in the air and the cold days nearly a thing of the past why not visit the team at Cast and reinvent yourself.Whether you would like a restyle or a new vibrant colour from their vast range of Schwarzkopf colours, Cast will be happy to advise you and thenmake your visions turn into a reality! Just sit back within their tranquil spacious air conditioned salon and they will work tirelessly to transform you andgive you the pampering you deserve! So why not pick up the phone and call to book your free consultation today. Also Cast would like to give a warmwelcome back to Catherine after returning from Maternity leave.Cast Hairdressing,114-116 High Road, BeestonTel: 0115 925 8944

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Having been established over twenty five yearsLifestyle Kitchens has steadily earned a highlyrespected place amongst the areas finest installersof quality kitchens and bedrooms.

Using the latest in 3d computer technology,Lifestyle can provide the client with a uniquekitchen, bedroom or study designs. Now the clientcan see very precisely a colour image from anyangle of the finished room.

At lifestyle the service starts the moment a clientwalks through the showroom door.“We work withthe client in order to best meet the clients aspira-tion and budget requirement”.

Lifestyle’s enviable reputation has been earnedthrough the hard work of its team.The teamassembled over many years comprises of qualifiedbuilders, electricians, gas safe plumbers, tillers andarguably the best kitchen fitters in Nottingham.

No matter how small or large the project is theyfully co-ordinate and manage every aspect of theinstallation. “We pride our selves in alwayscompleting the project within the agreed scheduleand budget”.“All our installations come with a ten year guaran-

tee;we are a member of The Guild of MasterCraftsman and are accredited by the Age Concernbusiness directory”.

Their showroom is situated conveniently in theheart of Beeston directly opposite Sainsbury’s, theyhave over nine kitchen displays ranging from solidwood cabinets to the latest contemporary designs,they have five bedroom displays showing a fullrange of possibilities both for internal fittings andstyles.

Lifestyle’s flexible design team can visit at a timeconvenient to you, whether its during the day,evening or weekends.

For more information why not visit them at theirshowroom today for your free no obligation homedesign consultation.

Lifestyle KitchensTel: 0115 922 482221 Villa Street, Beeston,Nottingham NG9 2NYwww.lifestyle-kitchens.co.uk info@lifestyle-kitchens.co.uk

Testimonials:

"Buying a kitchen from Lifestyle was a wonderfulexperience. Professional, Friendly, Expert advice

as well as a commitment to making sure that our new kitchen was perfect in every way.

From the Sales Advisor to the fitting teamnothing was too much trouble."

Mr and Mrs Roberts, Nottingham

"Fabulous service, Superb designs,Superior Quality! Thank you Lifestyle."

Claire Willis, Mountsorrel

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“It’s a delight when we see theoutstanding results that ourclients achieve with StrawberryLipo and Endermology” explainssalon owner Cailee Byron. Many have tried lotions, potions, diets, working out in the gym and the like– all to little or no avail, but Cailee has seen clients’ faces light up with theresults they’ve achieved with this new treatment and comments:“It reallydoes warm our hearts.”Clients can help regain their self-esteem with these treatments as many peoplefind the the effects of cellulite, sagging jowls,‘bingo wings’, bulging tummies,poorly defined bottoms or enlarged thighs can have a dramatic effect on howthey feel about themselves. Lowering self-esteem and, sometimes, self-worth.That’s what Cailee finds so great – “seeing the self esteem pour back intopeoples’ lives”.“After each treatment you can actually see peoples’ self confidence being

regained as their skin tightens, as their tummies reduce in size. It is almost, astheir cellulite melts away, their self-confidence just soars.That can be so reward-ing”. she adds.

Strawberry Lipo and Endermology treatments are at the very cutting edge oftechnology. It is truly amazing what these machines can achieve. All whilst theclient is lying down, relaxing, as the treatment gently works its magic. It’s simpleand painless.

Cailee isn’t one to give treatments that she wouldn’t have herself. “I regularlyhave Strawberry Lipo and Endermology sessions” she enthuses.

Clients are not alone in recognising the benefits of this treatment - it’s a regimethat is believed to be shared with many well known celebrities such as ColeenRooney, Claudia Shiffer and Elle Macpherson.“Strawberry Lipo can be just so effective in particular” Cailee continues.This is a

view shared by many in the international press - with rave reviews, Suzi Dixon

writing in theTelegraph Newspaperabout the treatmentwith favourable resultsfor her.“You are in safe hands

with guaranteedresults” Cailee explains.“All my staff are highlytrained both in usingthe machines and inthe help & advice theyoffer.This can really putyou at ease. Plus, wecan actually offer aguarantee behindthe treatments thatwe offer.”Try before you buy

with a superb offer atCailees:“I realise thatsome people can besuspicious of the claimswe make.This is why I’dlike to extend my own personal invitation for people to try either the StrawberryLipo or Endermology treatments for just £35 – a real fraction of the cost. I wouldurge anyone to just give it a go.The results you’ll be able see are just outstand-ing.The results you’ll feel are even better! Plus membership packages areavailable to help you stay as the new you forever!”

Booking couldn’t be easier, just call (0115) 946 1994 and Cailees will do the rest.

NOW YOU CAN LOOK AND FEEL EXCEPTIONAL

CAILEE BYRON - OWNER OF CAILEE HAIR & BEAUTY

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BabbingtonRescue CICwas firstestablish inFebruary1993,catering forstray andabandoneddogs.Breeze finds out more...They have a none destruction policy and now deal with almost 1000dogs a year, this represents almost 1% of the total UK stray andabandoned dogs annually. Since the rescue changed hands in late2003, they have found homes for nearly 3500 dogs, who, through nofault of their own, have come into care.They are continually looking to re-home their dogs and invite you to

enquire about the animals they have in their care, all looking forsomeone to offer the love and attention they crave for. “We hope youwill find the time to look through our website knowing there is a dogwaiting for you”.

Babbington Rescue CIC are a non profit organisation, all the profits gostraight to their dogs to pay for Vaccinations, any operations needed, tohelp spay/neuter, microchip, feed, heating, water, bedding, staff etc etc.

Employees at the Babbington Hall Rescue Centre are appealing fordonations after a 12-week old puppy suffering from an eye conditionwas found abandoned on a busy road in Watnall last week.

Broxtowe Borough Council’s Neighbourhood Wardens were calledafter the cross Mastiff puppy was found scared and covered in dirt atthe side of a high-speed country road by a passing motorist.The puppy – named ‘Benny’ after the motorist who found him –

suffers from an eye condition known as Cherry Eye that will require anoperation costing up to £400 to rectify.The condition may be thereason why he was abandoned by his owner.

Benny is currently being looked after by employees at the BabbingtonHall Rescue Centre in Awsworth who are looking to raise funds for hisoperation before he can be adopted into a new loving home.If you’re interested in adopting a rescue dog or think you canhelp towards the cost of Benny’s operation, please contactBabbington Rescue Centre on 0115 932 4576 or visitwww.babbington-rescue.org.ukAlternatively, please send your donations to help Benny to theBabbington Rescue Centre in Westby Lane, Awsworth,

Nottingham, NG16 2SS.

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TURVEYHi my name is Turvey, I am a2 year old, female, Shit tzu x.I was brought in as a straywith Topsy. I like other dogsand children over 6 years.Vaccinated and chipped.

TOPSYHi my name is Topsy, I am a2 year old,Yorkie x, female.I was brought in as a straywith Turvey. I like otherdogs and children over 6 years.Vaccinated andchipped.

PENNYHi my name is Penny, I am a10 month old, female, Labx.I was brought in as a stray.I like other dogs andchildren over 3 years old.Vaccinated and chipped.

MINORHi my name is Minor, I am a9 year old, female, JR. I wasbrought in as a stray. I likeother dogs and childrenover 8 years. I would love anolder household. vaccinatedand chipped.

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Dental HealthMonth - Bad Breathisn’t normal, evenfor pets!From now until Easteris ‘Dental Health Month’at Churchcroft VeterinaryCentre.They’re aiming to improve thehealth of our pets’ mouths.

Apparently, most pets over the age oftwo years old have significant dentaldisease! As George, the senior vet atChurchcroft says,“Dental disease ispainful and can cause anything from anache to intense discomfort. It alsocompromises health by causingbacteria to invade the rest of the body.

Bacteria from the mouth in associationwith dental disease have been shown tocause infections that can lead on tokidney failure and in other cases cancause heart disease and liver disease. It’sthese bacteria that cause the horriblesmelly breath some pets have.”To encourage owners to appreciate

the importance of good oral healthcare, Churchcroft are offering Veterinarytooth checks free of charge throughoutMarch.They will have also have an informa-tive dental display and tooth care goodies for all patients as well as talkingthrough any tooth problems found.

In addition, for any pets who need dental attention Churchcroft are alsooffering a full 33% off all dentistry and dentistry associated costs right up untilEaster.Give them a call on 0115 922 4855 and arrange a tooth check ASAP to

get fresh breath and a happy pet.

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Riverside Drama Company are back with DavidTristram's action-packed sci-fi comedy ‘A BoltFrom The Blue’ at Long Eaton's plush newDuchess Theatre at the Chatsworth Centre on West Gate from Thursday, 7th to Saturday, 9th April (7.30pm).

This hilarious production tells the tale of Edward Jones, who was just anordinary man, doing ordinary things, until the day before his 40thbirthday.What happened to him next was incredible and defied belief, logic and

the fundamental laws of science and nature - and it came like a boltfrom the blue!

Directed by Paul Norris, who also shares narration duties with DonnaChinn, A Bolt From The Blue sees John Lomas take on the role ofEdward with Charlotte Lloyd doubling up as his wife and a nurse.Martin Holton plays doctor/consultants Peter Rogers and the blood-fearing Ted Nugent, Janet Lomas is invisible dog owner Sarah Appleby,with a variety of other characters played by Keith Salway, Kath Price,Daniel Bates, Bob Baron, and debut-making group newcomer AngelaGraham.

Tickets are priced £6 adults and £4 concessions and are availablevia the group web site www.riversidedrama.com, from theChatsworth Centre coffee mornings on Saturdays (10am-noon),from Down the Rabbit Hole toy shop at 44 Market Place,Long Eaton, or by calling 0115 9170327 or 0115 8750506.The group rehearse every Thursday night at Bramcote Church of

England Primary School (7.30pm) and new members are always madewelcome.Riverside offer the chance for people of all ages, abilities and experience(or lack of) to try their hand at acting. But for those who have no wishto tread the boards, the group also offer a wealth of opportunities tobecome involved with all aspects of modern theatre from backstage tofront of house.

If you would like to become involved, simply turn up any Thursday atthe school or you can e-mail riverside.drama@ntlworld.com ortelephone the above numbers.For more information on the group visitwww.riversidedrama.com

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WINTICKETS!

We’ve four pairs of tickets to give away to lucky readers.Just answer this simple question and send your

name, address, daytime tel number and the night you wish to attend to:

Breeze Magazine, Riverside Competition156C High Road Beeston Nottingham NG9 2LN

Closing date: 18th March 2011

Who is taking on the role of Edward?

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How will you betreating yourmum onMotheringSunday?...One urban myth states that theChinese symbol for trouble is twowomen underneath a single roof.

Although this is almost certainlynot true, we can all understand thesentiment.

A mother is the one person adaughter can simultaneouslyabhor and adore.

But Deborah Tannen, author ofYou're Wearing That?Understanding Mothers andDaughters In Conversation, saysthat this unique and powerful

bond doesn't occur between amother and her son.

"Mothers and daughters arebrought face to face with reflec-tions of themselves, and that forcesthem to confront who they are,who they want to be and how theyrelate to others," she explains.The resulting relationship

therefore resembles "an intenselove affair", she explains, veeringbetween passion and pain".

It should come as no surprisethen that this relationship so oftenruns into problems.

As daughters and mothersaround the UK get ready forMother's Day now is a good timeto set things back on track.

Research has shown that adultwomen who get on with theirmothers are less anxious and

depressed, and have higher self-esteem than those who don't.

THE APPROVAL SEEKERThe mother-daughter relationship

provides the child with her firstexperience of feeling secure in theworld, says family counsellorStephanie Palin of Relate - andthat's often the root of theproblem.

As a daughter grows up shewants to continue to please thisperson who provides this support.

However, as Palin explains, thiscan turn many girls into approvalseekers who end up making thewrong decisions, all because theywant to please Mummy.

Although a mother may see hersupportive role as benign, thepressure exerted on the daughtercan be very intense, and lead tosituations where the daughterfeels 'she can't anything right'.

"I remember coming home withmy first senior school report with a99% on my maths, and my mothersaid to me, 'What happened to theother 1%?'," says Palin.

"It was never, 'Well aren't youclever' or, 'Good job, well done'. Iquickly learnt that if she said, 'Howdid your friend do?', the subtlemessage was that I could havedone better."This so-called 'tough love'

approach can explain the reasonwhy many mothers and daughtersseem to have such differing viewsover their bond.

REPAIRING PAST INJUSTICESAs mums and daughters age, themother's role moves from fromactively caring for her child to oneof quiet observance.

Some mums can feel rejected,Palin says, by the fact that theirbaby daughter's growing up.Theylose their sense of self as themother and can consequently findit hard to treat their daughter as anequal.

And while we little girls mightwant a fairytale world where mumis perfect and always says the rightthing, it's time that daughterswoke up to reality, she adds.

"Your mother is a flawed humanbeing, just as you and your friendsare flawed.

"You put up with your friends'flaws because, 'Oh God, that's justhow Jane is' - but you don't givethat leeway to your mum.Understanding why she doesthings the way she does, and thatshe did the best she could despiteher flaws, is essential to you havinga healthy relationship with her."

"In many families, Dad helps calmdown the tension between motherand child and soothes things over.He can play a pretty importantrole."

Understanding that your motherdoesn't mean to hurt you canactually transform your relation-ship, says Tannen.

So it's worth remembering thatnext time the two of you are underthe same roof.

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Sample Price ListStyling - LadiesCut and Finish £20Restyle and Finish £25Wet Cut £18Hair Up £25Semi Permanent* £35Cap Highlights* £45Full Head Foils* £55Full Head Standard Perm* £35* includes Cut and Finish

For a full price list and other enquiries:Tel: 0115 922 6063Mob: 07776 294 459Email: helen@helenbowenhair.co.ukWeb: www.helenbowenhair.co.uk

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Owned and runby the sameItalian familysince openingin 2003 Amoreshas become verypopular with all agegroups. From the moment you walk in, theelegant surroundings chic décor gives a feelingof being in the Med.

Amores has seen an amazing transformationduring the past eight years due to its popularity.What was a small sixty seated restaurant with no bar lounge area, has now becomea warm and stylish restaurant with a continental feel that can cater for all of itscustomers from a couple who wish to enjoy a romantic meal to families gettingtogether and parties.The bar lounge area is a great place to meet and socialise, for a drink before andafter your meal - a great way to get a taste for real Italian hospitality!

Italians are known for their passion and flair for food the team of experiencedchefs at Amores can cook anything to order, with an extensive menu serving classicItalian dishes from all regions of Italy our cuisine is simply some of the best you canhave outside of Italy.

If you have a special occasion they are happy to work with you to create a person-alised menu Lunch or Evening, no matter how small or big your party might beAmores is here to make your special event one to be remembered.

An extensive menu includes Gamberoni Amore, a succulent dish of king prawns inshells, pan fried with fresh garlic, butter and lemone juice with a touch of Frenchbrandy or the Amores Arrabiatta with its Pomodora sauce, jalapeño chillis, onionsand peppers with a hint of garlic, making this one of those lovely spicy dishes thatsomehow manages to drive away the last of the British winter!We all know that Italians love children and Amores in no exception and answer

any requests to their chefs to make kids portion from their main menu. In fact therestaurant recently won an award for being a child friendly restaurant - one of fourin the Nottingham region.

If you have not yet visited Amores then there has never been a better time.Amores Bar and Restaurant Tel: 0115 922 4224137 Station Road, Beeston, Nottingham

www.amoresrestaurant.co.uk (menu to view online)

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What better way to spoil yourmum than to take her toJasmine Gardens with overforty varieties of choices, youand your mum can really enjoyyourselves.The amazing selection of

foods will give you a taste ofthe orient without breaking the bank.The dishes are delicious and theatmosphere is really relaxed and enjoyable.The eat as much as you want buffet has a vast selection of dishes this

extends in to the dessert dishes, which is refreshing to see such a wideselection.

Enjoy their wonderful crispy duck with salad, hoi sin sauce and pancakesbefore approaching the delicious main courses. Helping yourself as frequent-ly as you like.

If you mange to leave space for a pudding, there are a host of sweets fromthe dessert bar. From chocolate fudge cake, strawberry, coffee and mandarin,black forest and lemon gateaux to fresh fruit salad, jellies and ice cream.Their extensively stocked bar will also give you a wide selection of drinks to

accompany your meal.The staff will great you with a smile and are very attentive, the large

restaurant makes it ideal for a party of people to dine together but also feelscomfortable if you are out to enjoy a relaxing meal for two.The buffet is constantly replaced with freshly prepared dishes, enabling you

to get the most from your visit.Jasmine Garden, Grasmere Road, Long Eaton Nottingham NG10 4DZEmail: info@jasminegarden.co.ukRestaurant 0115 946 8833 Takeaway 0115 972 6333

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TV Chef James Martin will be entertainingaudiences at Denby with two special CookeryDemonstrations on Mother’s Day Sunday 3rdApril.

Invited back by popular demand to DenbyVisitor Centre on this special day, James willonce again be demonstrating his culinary skillsand entertaining the audience.The demonstrations will be held in a special

marquee in the grounds of the pottery at 11amand 2.30pm. Each performance will last aroundan hour with James preparing a number of newdishes. Afterwards ticket holders who wouldlike to meet James personally can do so at thebook signing in the marquee. Non-ticket holderbook signing sessions will be held afterwards inthe Denby Home Store. The latest book byJames will be on sale in the Denby Home Store.

Tickets are £12.50 per demonstration(subject to availability) and can be purchasedby calling 01773 740 799, there are only a fewremaining so book now!

If you are not lucky enough to get tickets forthe show you are still welcome to visit on theday and enjoy the book signing.

Denby Visitor Centre is just a few miles fromNottingham with shops including the largeDenby Factory Shop, Bourne’s Restaurant andPottery Tours.The centre is free to enter andopen daily Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5pmand Sundays from 10am to 5pm (please notethat although the centre opens at 10am onSunday, the Home Store and Factory Shop donot open until 11am).Denby Visitor Centre, Derby Road (B6179),Denby, Derbyshire DE5 8NXTelephone: 01773 740 799

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competitionWin four Tickets to see JamesMartin at Denby Visitor Centre or treat your mum to a special day outon Mother’s Day 3rd April.Breeze finds out more...

We’ve four tickets forone lucky reader

Just answer our simple question and sendyour answer with your name, address and

daytime tel number on a postcard to:

Breeze Magazine/Denby Competition156C High Road, Beeston

Nottingham NG9 2LN

WHAT IS THE RESTAURANT CALLED AT DENBY?

Closing Date: 21st March 2011

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This new business partnership - Simon Burrows Cabinet Maker - providesSimon and Steve a local base to design, produce, deliver and fit the bestworkmanship in wood and wood-based materials to match any bespokecompetitors. The customer base includes local residents and churches,and the products range from delightful kitchen and bedroom furniture towhole living room systems and shelving. Smaller projects are alsowelcome, such as laying wooden floors and furniture repairs.

Steve, who has extensive experience in wood machinery, having twentyyears of experience with local top class furniture makers,“ Our goal is toprovide a local service at a reasonable price. Our work is a labour of love,the love of wood...”

Simon, who has twenty yearsexperience working for his ownbusiness and for a number ofhighly esteemed cabinet makingcompanies, commented,“We are determined to producethe best products, both locally and regionally.Customers deserve the finest and they will receive thefinest. We always deliver to the customer’s specificationthrough listening to their needs”.All wood and wood materials are

sourced from local merchants, andthe aim is to get the best qualityavailable today at an accessible price.

Simon Burrows Cabinet Maker isavailable to deliver free quotes fromyour residence or business premises.Call simon on: 07973915610 Email:simon@simonburrows.co.uk www.simonburrows.co.uk

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World Owl Trust launches fund-raisingcampaign for Barn Owl nest boxes, Breeze finds out more...

The Word Owl Trust, which is based at MuncasterCastle in the Lake District, has launched a campaignto fund the building of 100 new nest boxes for oneof Britain’s most beautiful birds.

Barn Owl numbers have been in decline overrecent years mainly due to the loss of traditionalroost and nesting sites and suitable habitat areas.There are now only between 3,000 and 6,000

breeding pairs in the UK and approximately 70% ofthose rely on nest boxes to breed successfully.To raise funds for the new nest boxes, staff and

volunteers from the World Owl Trust are undertak-ing a gruelling 25 km sponsored walk in theAlicante Mountains in Southern Spain.The walkinvolves climbing five peaks with a total 1570metres of ascent. The trip will be funded entirelyby the participants and Brian Fagg, a director ofMountain Walks in Spain.Wulf Ingham, from the World Owl Trust, who will

be taking part in the sponsored walk, says:“Barn Owls are incredibly beautiful. Seeing a ‘white

ghost’ flying across a meadow is an unforgettableexperience.“At the World Owl Trust we want to do everything that

we possibly can to protect and conserve this wonderful bird.“The walk will be very hard work, but it will certainly be worthall the effort if we manage to raise the money we need for ournest boxes.”

Nest boxes need to be replaced every four to five years andeach one costs approximately £50.The World Owl Trust wantsto put up the nest boxes in places with species rich grasslandwhich is ideal habitat for voles - the Barn Owl’s main source offood.The World Owl Trust is the world’s premier owl conservation

organisation and for more than 30 years has worked to ensurethe survival of endangered owls from all over the world.The Trust also operates a wildlife rehabilitation unit where

injured birds and animals are cared for until they are wellenough to return to the wild.The World Owl Centre, at Muncaster, is home to over 200 owls

from around 50 different species and sub-species. They rangefrom the biggest owl in the world - the European Eagle Owl -to the tiny Pygmy and Scops Owls.

The World Owl Trust is a charity and relies on publicdonations for much of it’s work.

You can find more information on the World Owl Trust atwww.owls.org. To find out about Muncaster go towww.muncaster.co.uk.

To make a donation for the charity walk visitwww.justgiving.com/Raedwulf-Ingham

WORLD OWL TRUSTANNUAL SPONSOREDWALK 2011

The World Owl Trust receives no public funding andrelies on owl adoptions, membership and privatedonations to support its continuing efforts to protectand conserve the UK Barn Owl population.The 8 walkers, including volunteers Roy, Debs, Deband Colin pictured above, will aim to raise £5,000 toraise money to build 100 new Barn Owl nest boxesthroughout the UK. Nest boxes need to be replacedevery 4-5 years and each costs approximately £50.

Each walker will be paying all their own travel andaccommodation expenses.Therefore every pennyraised will go directly to the Trust.“If we do not continue to support the work of the

World Owl Trust then the only owls we will see in thewild will be representations, like the one picturedabove”.

More information on the work of the Trust canbe found at www.owls.org. Details of the walkand how to donate can be found at www.justgiving.com/royanddebs-smith/

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Carl Nisbet are the fastestgrowing conservatory businessin the East Midlands. Theirconservatories are designed toenhance your property to themaximum of its potential.The classic styling of their Duraflex Diamond 70 range offrames not only has looks that will last but, due to seamless sightlines and ease of installation, it isthe professionals choice.

Extend your home with one of their PVCu conserva-tories and you will discover a whole new outlook onlife, because a conservatory is more than just anotherroom, it's a room with a view.

Conservatory extensions are installed for so manydifferent reasons - a playroom, an office, dining roomor study to name a few.That’s why every customerwho comes to Carl Nisbet is treated as an individualand given all the information they need to make aninformed choice.Their conservatories can be tailored to suit every need with a

range of traditional lean-to, Victorian, Edwardian and combinationconservatories to choose from, with fully glazed, dwarf wall orinsulated feature panel design choices.

Carl Nisbet conservatories are at the cutting edge with theroofing materials used in their conservatories offering the most upto date and innovative options.

Until recently most conservatory roofs were glazed with polycar-bonate which offer superb insulation with ‘U’ values as low as 1.2,blocking 99% of radiation.Weather and UV resistant, lightweightwith excellent impact resistance along with class 1bs 467/7 firerating polycarbonate has been a popular choice. However, Carl

Nisbet offer the newest and mostinnovative glazing options.

Pilkington Active self-cleaning glassuses the forces of nature to maintain acleaner and clearer appearance. In adual action process organic dirt isbroken down by daylight and is thenwashed away by rain thus making itenvironmentally friendly and veryeasy to maintain, with extremely lowmaintenance.

Reflex is the nextgeneration of conser-vatory roof glass designed specifically for theBritish weather.This smart glass or solar glassas it is more commonly known, uses an invisi-ble metallic coating which is applied to theglass using the latest coating technology.Thesolar control glass coating keeps out 75% ofsolar heat but with maximum light transmis-sion of up to 70% on clear Reflex. In winter itkeeps 50% more heat in than normal doubleglazed units, reducing heating and air

conditioning bills.The subtle blue tint option reduces the sun’s glare by 44%.

Harmful UV transmission is cut by 95%, eliminating sun damage tofurniture and fabrics.The outside of Reflex glass units are coatedwith a high tech nano film to repel dirt and water.This marinegrade coating reduces the need for cleaning by 70% and is perfectfor the hard to reach conservatory roof.The glass coating protects from limescale, algae, fungus and

stubborn dirt, keeping it looking fresher for longer.Give the team at Carl Nisbet Conservatories a call now for a free

competitive quote.

Carl Nisbet ConservatoriesTel: 0115 9431423(ANSA PHONE) or 07860 18880840 Clarkes Lane, Chilwell,Nottingham NG9 5BL

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50 YEARS OF CAPTURING THE IMAGINATION

When Beeston Camera Club member Godfrey Price won the Best Creative category in this year’s AnnualExhibition at Beeston Library, it brought back memories.That’s because Beeston Library is where the camera club started, and Godfrey, 80, was one of the founder

members after responding to an advertisement by local sweet shop owner George Whiteman in 1954.Godfrey joined with Harold Smith, father of Sir Paul Smith, the acclaimed Nottingham designer. It seems

that creativity runs in the family, as Harold was a regular winner of Club competitions, along with EricMoore.

Godfrey’s wife Eunice is also a long-standing member of Beeston Camera Club. She says:“The Club hasn’taltered much but photography has changed dramatically. In the old days, we could only work in black andwhite, although we did occasionally add colour by hand. Godfrey did all his own processing and built a darkroom outside the house.With colour and digital photography, we have a lot more scope now and it’s lesstime consuming.”

Another advantage of digital is that taking pictures is relatively cheap and as Godfrey and Eunice point out,you don’t have to go far for an interesting photograph.They list Attenborough Nature Reserve, WollatonPark, Highfields and the buildings in the city centre as good local starting points.

Godfrey adds:“I love getting out and about with my cameras.We’re always on the look-out for a goodphotograph and you always have to be ready. I like candid photographs, so as soon as you see your shot,you have to be there to capture the moment, or the moment is gone.“Photographs are also useful historical records. Over the years I’ve taken photographs of buildings in

Beeston before they’ve been altered or demolished and one of my favourite pictures is the last train leavingVictoria Station before it closed.”

Such is his contribution to the group, Beeston Camera Club has made Godfrey the Honorary Vice President.He’s proud that the Club he joined over 50 years ago has gone on to be one of Nottingham’s great successstories.

Now based at the British Legion building on Hall Croft, the Club has received several national awards overthe years. Among its 75 members are the Vice President and Exhibition Secretary of the North and EastMidlands Photographic Federation (NEMPF) as well as its President, David Gibbins, who is a nationallyacclaimed judge.The Club also includes Beeston professional photographer Alan Thompson, winner of several Photographer

of the Year awards in the Portraits, Weddings and Commercial categories.Professionals from the industry and national/international award winning photographers include Beeston

Camera Club on their lecture circuit.The age range spans from 17 to over 80, but no matter how experienced you are, there’s

always something to learn, which is why the Club is now runningworkshops on some Tuesdays (on matters such as Photoshop

and lighting) in addition to the regular Club meetingson Thursdays.

For more details visit www.beestoncameraclub.co.uk.

Beeston Camera Club’s annual exhibition is at Beeston Library from1st-31st March 2011 during thelibrary’s opening times.

Beeston Camera Club provided Breeze with its very first cover in 2002.We find out whats been happening sinceas they celebrate their 50 years of success...

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DEADLINE FOR April 11ISSUE: 25th March 2011Please supply a SAE for anyphotographs to be returned witharound 15-20 words. The editorreserves the right to shorten ormodify any material submitted.Whilst every effort will be made toagree with copyright laws on theimages provided it is the senders fullresponsibility to obtain permissionson such copyright images beforesupplying to Breeze Magazine.

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Serious issues andserious helpIssues relating to ourmental health and wellbeing should be takenseriously and dealt with asa matter of the highest importance. Although we know that we should dealwith such issues too often we put off seeking any help.There may be manyreasons for this but the fact is that by not getting help we simply make our livesand the lives of so many around us poor and unfulfilling.

It is vital to avoid laying blame on a person or their family, friends or workcolleagues for not seeking help. By not doing anything the chances of thingsgetting better are slim. Procrastinating will do little to help either and it isimportant to understand that the longer things go on the more likely they are to get worse.Things can be done to make things better, even if you have tried before

without success. Issues around mental healthshould be considered serious and not put toone side with a misguided idea that it will getbetter if we just pull ourselves together.Local therapist, Martin Smith PhD, has beenrunning a successful privatepractice since 2000. He believes itis never too early or too late toget help and guidance which canchange your life.If you would like moreinformation on what he can doto help, contact him on 07 973 410 010 or emailitctherapy@aol.com Martin isavailable at times to suit andappointments can often bemade in just a few days anddone evenings and weekends.

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if you have abusiness andwould like to sharesome news withour 23,000readers thenplease call our team on 0115 967 8663.

80% of ouradvertisers return- so don’t just takeour word for it,ask them!

Your local expertprovides help for allyour computerproblems.Torus ComputerServices have beenadvertising in yourBreeze magazine forover five years. Duringthat time they haveused their expert

knowledge to solve all types of computer andinternet problems resulting in hundreds ofsatisfied customers in your local area. RobUnderwood of Torus Computer Services says“I am a Microsoft® Certified Professional PC andInternet troubleshooter with over 35 yearsexperience working with computers andsoftware”.Maybe your PC or laptop is running slowly, youmay think you have a virus or you want toconnect to the internet and set up a wirelessrouter. Perhaps you just need some training on anew laptop or advice on a replacement.You canphone Rob and if needed he will come to yourhome or business and provide a fast, friendly, andcomprehensive service at a competitive price.Whatever the problem, give Rob a call on07906 913888

Ovenu Nottingham, the local franchise of the UK’s leading ovencleaning and valeting specialist, has good news for dirty ovens and theirowners: January’s VAT rise will not affect them.

Peter Bell, the Nottingham-based oven cleaning specialist, does notneed to register his business for VAT due to the size of his operation.Thishas previously benefited his customers and will continue to throughout2011. Unlike many other products and services, the Ovenu price has notrisen so now is the time to give ovens a new lease of life.

As well as the no vat rise, Peter is also offering a special offer for Marchand April: Book a Single oven/Hob, a Double oven or Range appoint-ment, your extractor will be cleaned free of charge.To make an appointment, call Peter on 0115 878 7048 or visitwww.ovenu.co.uk for a free cleaning quotation.

For over thirty years now Steve Maddocks has worked in all aspects ofproperty and garden maintenance.“Sometimes l find customers have a problem in their home or garden and

don’t know the best way to go about fixing it.That’s where I come in “Mr Fix It”I enjoy providing an honest reliable service for those ‘Don’t want to know

jobs’ for the bigger guys. But jobs that are none the less important to you.I pride myself on customer satisfaction and simply let the work speak for itself.

I am happy to take larger jobs as you can see from the background image ofthe advert below. Everything here has been completely designed and built by myself. Includingthe stunning garage which incorporates a natural stone effect construction offering that littlesomething extra in the way of style and character at affordable prices”.If you need anything at all from a picture hanging to a conservatory designing and building, tohang it in call “Mr Fix it” and leave the rest to me. Call Steve on 0771 101 3162.

at a glanceBringing high standards of professionalism to homes in Nottingham - SteveBriggs is proud of his testimonials and trade standard training and experience.Established in 1986, he delivers a comprehensive range of prompt and profes-sional painting services in both the domestic and commercial market.

Steve’s quality workmanship is not out of the reach of domestic customers andhis competitive prices will please those who seek the reassurance of a job welldone and to their specification but within their budget.“My satisfaction is when I see returning customers, people who have clearly beenhappy with my previous work for them and who entrust me to do a good jobagain” adds Steve.

His business is built upon reputation in the local area. In addition to all of this he is a fully approved DuluxDecorator giving that extra piece of mind, as work is guaranteed under the Dulux Agreement.

No matter how big or small the job Steve values every single customer the same and always leaves the theirpremises neat and tidy when the job is complete.Contact Steve on 07966 209892 or 0115 9257195email: stevejbriggs@aol.com visit: www.steve-briggs-decorating.co.uk130 Long Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6BW

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Believe it or not, thedegradation of our naturallandscape has now reachedthe point where gardens areconsidered very importantrefuges for wildlife of alltypes. Therefore, thethoughtful gardener reallycan make a big difference inthe fight to preserve ourwildlife.

To maximise this effort you can turn yourwhole garden into a wildlife refugeproviding all the proper habitats andplants to sustain a mini-ecosystem.This isthe perfect answer if you are a relativelylazy gardener too, because most wildlifelikes to be left alone.

However, even if you garden actively,there are a few simple things you can doto help support our native fauna. So hereare a few thoughts for you over thecoming months.Be lazy and avoid mowing by creating a

wildflower meadow.The best way is tosow wildflower seed in seed trays that

have little compartments and when theplants are a good size, these ‘plugs’ can beplanted directly into the lawn. Carefullymanaged, you should be down to acouple of cuts a year, and as well asproviding good food for a host of bugs,you will get a glorious flowering display.Think about what you are planting.

Certain plants have a huge wildlifebenefit. Everybody knows butterfliesadore buddleia, but the caterpillars of thered admiral love nettles. Equally, manynative trees and shrubs provide safety foran enormous number of species includingbirds, insects and mammals - the oak ishome to over two hundred.They findprotection, eat one another, devour bits ofthe plant, but all depend on it in one wayor another. Bird boxes are anotherthought, but must be positioned out ofthe reach of cats.

Another splendid wildlife haven is apond or pool.This should be as large aspossible and vary in depth, with aminimum of 60cm at its deepest point. Ifproperly looked after, a pool can becomehome to a whole range of plants, insects,fish and amphibians such as toads andfrogs.The latter are both wonderful

natural predatorsof slugs, but don’t

forget to give thema means of getting

out of the pool.Another tip to save

you some work and beeco-friendly is to leave a

remote corner of the gardenuntended as a refuge habitat.Finally, just have a think about what you

put on your garden. Maybe try biologicalcontrols and organic remedies beforetoxic pesticide chemicals. And rememberhomemade compost is so muchbetter than the ones you canbuy.

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Plant of the month:Clematis Armandii

This clematis is a native ofChina and was first introducedinto Britain in 1900, by the famous and verysuccessful plant hunter Ernest Wilson. Thisstrongly growing, evergreen climber will spreadinto an amazing flourish that will brighten upany garden.

To see the creamy white blossoms (which are5-7cm across) set off against the glossy deepgreen of its long (12cm), leathery lance-shapedleaves is one of the true joys of Spring.

The flowers come out in clusters in mid to lateSpring (although as with much else this year it isflowering early) and the plant prefers asheltered, warm and sunny position.

It will require protection in the severest ofwinters, but otherwise just let it romp away.

If required, pruning should be done afterflowering.

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Bigger and better thanever before with newshow features and agreater range ofproducts, the NewarkGarden Show is acelebration of the greatoutdoors.

Stroll through the stunning and artistic showgardens designed by local nurseries andlandscapers for inspiration and ideas.Whetheryou have an established garden, small balconyor shady courtyard, there are thousands ofproducts available to help create your ownperfect oasis. Bursting with colour, the mainshopping village offers seasonal plants andshrubs, beautiful outdoor furniture andornaments, tools and much more at discountedshow prices.

Can’t tell yourPetunia from yourPrimrose or yourFreesia from your

Fuchsia, don’t worry asthere are plenty of experts on hand to guide youin the right direction.Visit the new ‘How To’ zonewhere you will find local tradesmen and special-ists offering help and advise on various gardenprojects.

New for 2011 is the Garden & Home marqueewith everything you could think of to turn yourhouse into a home. Always popular with visitors,the Festival of Food is jam-packed with mouth-watering local and national produce fromsausages and cakes to cheese and wine.

Floral experts display their competition entriesin the wonderfully fragrant floral marquee forthe new flower show organised by local horticul-tural clubs.Visit the Gift & Craft village bursting with

affordable gifts and unique items from skilledlocal craftspeople; you can even watch ademonstration of their work.

Everything you need for a fantastic day outwhether you are a horticultural connoisseur orgardening novice can be at the Newark GardenShow.

Further information and advanced ticketscan be found at www.aztecevents.co.ukalong with alternative dates and locations.

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“Serendipity is awonderful thingand sometimes,we don’t reallyknow whatexactly we needuntil we happen tochance upon the very thing!Having moved from my home in Wiltshire where I had a busy practice, I foundmyself having to re-establish a brand new patient base. Experience meant thatI already knew that advertising had to work for me so I was seeking a means offocussing on specific catchment areas and reaching people who might benefitfrom the services of a Foot Health Professional whose charges are deliberatelycapped to remain affordable to all those in need whatever their age or circum-stances.Therefore, when thumbing through a copy of Breeze Magazine I was first

impressed by basics necessities: Quality glossy paper, vibrant colours, coverageof local areas, interesting features and a wealth of useful contacts for a widerange of services and products.These days, I use Breeze Magazine exclusively for advertising because I believe

it to be an excellent source of reference. Also, the staff, all of whom are efficient,friendly professionals know their market and invariably produce a qualitymonthly magazine.

For me personally, I can honestly say that 95% of business has come frompatients who tell me ‘I saw you in Breeze.’ My aim is to provide an effective,affordable service for all.

My surgery on Nottingham Road in Stapleford allows for patients to betreated in clinical yet friendly surroundings but we also provide home visits forthose less ambulant who are unable to travel.

Look out for the April edition of Breeze Magazine for news of another servicethat will soon be coming your way.This involves ground breaking, wellresearched information that may well offer life changing opportunity!Foot Health Professional113A Nottingham Road, Stapleford NG9 8ATTel: 0115 939 3662Email: marion.mortimer@btinternet.com

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Ellis Unwin of Handyman Plus is a local service that offers an afford-able handyman service plus more.“I am an approved Buy with Confidence’ member and also fully insured

and have an enhanced CRB certificate. Recent changes have given methe inspiration to offer the services I have previously done for the council direct tothe public”.

Ellis has carried out adaptation works for main contractors and housing associa-tions in the Nottingham area.Having grown up in Beeston Rylands and still living there, Ellis attended Chilwell

Comp where he started his career as a chain lad for a local construction company.“I was given the opportunity to study for an HNC in Construction, which after four

years I graduated as a Civil Engineer becoming the Head Engineer for a localcompany.

In 2009 I was made redundant, which prompted me to se up Handyman Plus. Iam currently contracted to the local council where I carry out handyman work forthe elderly and disabled.These jobs can be anything from putting up a picture totiling a bathroom. No job is too small or too big”.

For all types of general work including Adaptation Welfare Works contactEllis Unwin at Handyman Plus on 07760 148 840 or 0115 916 2516 for a freequotation and advice. Remember no job is job small!

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If you have a new business and would like to be featured call our

team on 0115 967 8663Let the readers of Breeze

know you are here!

Beeston Pet Services is a service which has been established byAmanda Markin, a local resident in Attenborough.“The area is a familiar walking area for dogs which inspired me tostart up my new business Beeston Pet Services for dog walking, petgrooming and pet sitting. I will provide care, exercise and tend to thegeneral well being of your pet when you are absent, be it a holiday orjust a long day out at work.” explains Amanda.“I have twenty five years of experience looking after all different types

of animals ranging from dogs, rabbits, chinchillas, guinea pigs, hamsters andbirds. I know how hard it is finding care for your pets when it comes to holidaytime or long working hours” she adds.

Amanda is able to take away this stress for pet owners by providing cover attheir home or Amanda’s which makes for maximum convenience. She suppliesall the essential care needed for her client’s pet in their absence, whether it is asick animal or just a puppy that needs constant attention.“There may be a variety of reasons why you may need my services: if you need

to be at work and can’t stay at home with your pet for instance” adds Amanda.Depending totally on how much exercise you feel your dog requires walking is

set at half hour or a full hour. Amanda also does group walks or just one to onewhich ever way best suits the individual dog.

If you require dog grooming Amanda also provides a pick up and drop offservice.“At the end of the day a healthy pet is a happy pet and it’s the little things in

their life that if cared for properly lead to a long happy life!” says Amanda.Contact Amanda at Beeston Pet Services on0115 922 6808 or 07540 282585

email: amanda.markin@ntlworld.com142 Long Lane, Attenborough, Nottingham NG9 6BW

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ARIES [March 21st-April 20th] Team effort becomes vital in makingsomething work out for you and yourpartner long term. By keeping yourcards close to your chest a certain self-satisfaction takes over with anunderstanding of how much more incontrol of your life you have become.Unexpected events bring a positivereaction with unexpected invitations.

TAURUS [April 21ST-May 20th]Any misunderstandings regardingmatters of the heart are soon sortedbringing to a close any feelings ofinsecurities. Time out gives you thatspace needed mid-month. Doingthings your way becomes difficultwhen dealing with something you arenot familiar with. After all the hardwork celebrations get under way withthose close.

GEMINI [May 21st-June 21st]With a busy and fulfilling monthahead you put plans into actionallowing you and others close enjoycertain celebrations. Having to make aquick decision becomes easier withthe support of a younger member ofthe family. Taking up new andinteresting hobbies provides you witha source of an outlet when underpressure.

CANCER [June 22nd-July 23rd]Learning new skills and becominginterested in subjects you neverthought possible opens up a new andexciting world. Being drawn intosomeone else’s arguments does notgo down well and by making this clearto those involved you walk awayleaving them to sort their ownproblems out. Plans for a well-earnedbreak is not too far away.

LEO [July 24th-August 23rd]Sometimes you feel doing your bestisn’t always good enough. However,once minor obstacles have beenremoved you begin to feel moreyourself and in control. Any extratravelling could well prove beneficialwith a view of financial gain. Beingsupportive when necessary is given atthe right moment. Wined and dinedenjoyed.

VIRGO [August 24th-Sept 23rd]Meeting up with those you haven’tseen for some time brings invitationsyour way. Time spent alone is valuedwhen after the first week a hecticschedule is kept. Ideas for the futurebecome clearer and learning newskills seems vital when wishing tokeep a certain amount of independ-ence. You enjoy catching up withfamily or friends.

horoscopesYOUR MONTH AHEAD

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By ANNE HARBOUR Dip.Hyp. HPD. MNCH - Clinical Hypnotherapist HPD.Affiliate member of The National College Student & Alumni Guild.Member of the National Council for Hypnotherapy (MNCH)Telephone: 07845 405835

LIBRA [Sept 24th-October 22nd]Contented that certain matters aredealt with your way a free reign isgiven to make future gains.Looking tothe future long term you make plansomitting others in the process. Notgoing back to how things were youmake sure only those close to youbenefit from all your hard work. Themislaying of keys becomes veryfrustrating.

SCORPIO [Oct 23rd-Nov22nd]Taking on extra responsibility bringsadded pressure but after the firstweek March becomes much easier tomanage. Supervising and regenerat-ing your positive energy helps othersto move forward in the right directionfor them. Listening and observinghelps you make a decision regardingan acquaintance. Romantic eveningsenjoyed.

SAGITTARIUS [Nov 23rd-Dec22nd]Busy with the welfare of another youhardly have a moment to spare.Pleased also for someone close whendecisions are made for them bringingto an end any uncertainty. Busy andtrying to get organised youmanage to secure a placeand time where you excelin making things work forothers. A mini break ofsome kind is welcomed.

CAPRICORN [Dec 23rd-Jan 20th]Whatever decisions you make early inMarch you stick by them. Any limita-tions are accepted temporarily.Planning and making things happenfor you and your family well into themonth becomes enjoyable. Meetingup with family highlights oneweekend.Good news comes your wayregarding future gains. Feet up end ofmonth.

AQUARIUS [Jan 21st-Feb 19th]An extraordinary month where yousucceed in achieving your goals forMarch. Ideas for the home are put onhold until all agree on a suitable time.Standing firm on one-decision helpsanother see sense. Promises are metwhen least expected bringing a smileall round. Younger members of thefamily help out just at the rightmoment.

PISCES [Feb 20th-March 20th]Frustrated with the same situationyou make decisions, which eleviateany pressure felt. Visiting places andpeople long distant is on the cards. Achange of scenery does the trick and

your ready to face the worldwith much more positiveenergy around you. Feelinggood about yourself youembark on a journey wherememories are held.

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Erewash Museum has been awarded a prestigious QualityVisitor Attraction award by official tourist board Visit England.The Museum, which is run by Erewash Borough Council, has been

honoured for the top class exhibitions, attractions and activitiesits hosts throughout the year that appeal to families and people of

all ages.Special praise was given to staff for

their high level of customer service,while the family-friendly displays andsignage was also complimented.

Managed by Visit England, the VisitorAttraction Quality Assurance Schemeaims to improve the quality ofcustomer experiences at attractionsacross England. Its assessors look at allaspects of an attraction - including itsstaff, quality of exhibitions and

displays, and the visitor experienceas a whole.

Councillor Mike Wallis, ErewashBorough Council’s Lead

Member for Culture andLeisure, says:

“We are delighted toreceive this accreditationand I would like tocongratulate ourMuseum team for theirhard work andcommitment toensuring we have aquality museum inErewash that is a great attraction for all the family.“We regularly receive positive feedback from visitors,

but having it rubber stamped with this officialendorsement from Visit England is great news for thewhole museum team.”Erewash Museum is in Ilkeston Town centre, a

short walk from the Market Place. Opening hoursare Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from

10am-4pm and Monday to Saturday during schoolholidays. Admission is free.

Visit www.erewashmuseum.co.uk

Long Eaton Round Table has presented the proceeds of theirfireworks evening to Treetops Hospice.Long Eaton Round Table have been holding their annual bonfire/fireworks

party at Treetops Hospice in Risley since 2004. Since then, this event hasraised around £10,000 for Treetops Hospice.

Long Eaton Round Table chairman Robert Westerman handed over thecheque for £1,500 to Treetops Hospice chief executive George Cameron onTuesday 15 February.The donation comes as Treetops Hospice records January as having the

highest number of new referrals ever taken in one month.George Cameron, chief executive of Treetops Hospice, said: "The support

we receive from groups like theLong Eaton Round Table isabsolutelyinvaluable, especially as moreand more people need ourservices. In January alone, we

had 150 new referrals andwe're currently looking

at ways toensure more people

can benefit from thevaluable respitecare we provide."

Each month we feature whats on in YOUR area and bring you up to date with the latestachievements and events of local people and groups. Why not send us your information -if you are a non-profit making organisation and you or your group have achievedsomething you’d like to share with our thousands of readers in our area or you’d like to letreaders know about an event your group is holding, then send your information to:

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

Please include any photographsDeadline for April 2011 Issue is 28th

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Attenborough Cricket Club is eagerly anticipating the forthcoming cricket season as they hope tobuild upon the successes of recent seasons.This year they will once again be fielding four seniorSaturday league teams, with their 1st XI playing in Division A of the South Notts Cricket League,togther with two Sunday sides playing both league and friendly cricket.

Indoor net sessions for all senior players have already started in the Sobers Hall at Trent Bridge onThursday nights from 8-9pm.These sessions run until April and any prospective new players are asalways most welcome to attend.

Outdoor net sessions commence at our ground on The Strand at the end of April and continuethroughout the season on a Tuesday evening. They also run a thriving Youth Section atAttenborough with four junior teams ranging from Under 11s to Under 15s, as well as two KwikCricket sides. Indoor practice sessions have been taking place throughout the winter and theoutdoor season begins at the end of April. Again any potential new players thinking of taking upcricket are very welcome.For further details about our annual Youth Section Registration Evening for new andexisiting members, please visit the club website www.attenborough-cc.net In addition, Attenborough CC welcomes any potential non-playing members also,as a spectator watching the cricket at weekend matches or by enjoying the facilities in their friendly Club Bar, which is open to members on every Tuesday club night and at weekends during the season.

In February, ErewashWriters Group hosted a poetryworkshop on the theme of ‘Fire’,run by former Derbyshire PoetLaureate, River Wolton.

It was a well attended andhighly productive workshop,with lots of inspiring activitiesand opportunities to share somegreat poetry.

Erewash Writers Group meetmonthly at Parklands Connexionin Long Eaton, and will behosting more workshopsthroughout the spring, includinga celebration of the Nene Valleyby Nick Penny and David Garretton 25th March and “How toBring your Writing to Life” by thenovelist Jude Morgan on 2ndApril.

Non-members are welcometo attend any of theworkshops, though bookingis recommended as placesare limited.

For more informationcontact the Group Secretary,Janet Devereux, on 0115 8498519 or emailjanet.devereux@ntlworld.com

Free weekly basketballsessions for anyone aged16 and over are running at LongEaton’s West Park Leisure Centreuntil the end of March.The one-hour ‘taster’ sessions

are held every Friday between5pm-6pm thanks to a link-upbetween Erewash Boroughcouncil and the TrailblazersBasketball Club.The free sessionsstarted at the beginning of thismonth, but anyone interestedcan still go along and take part.

The sessions are for allabilities and will run until 25 March 2011.For more information contactWest Park Leisure Centre on

0115 946 1400.

NEWNon-Fiction Reading

Group - Issues of Our TimeFormat: read a book and get togeth-

er monthly (approx) for informal discussionFirst meeting: Lounge Bar, Commercial Inn,

Wollaton Rd., Beeston NG9 2NG Friday March 25th 2011 @ 7.30 - 9pm

:We will discuss Francis Wheen’s ‘How mumbo-jumbo conquered the world’.

Copies available from Beeston Library (ask librarianfor the “Issues of Our Time” Reading Group book

(library membership not necessary)Future topic/time/venue: to be decided by

group. Just turn up (even if you haven’tread book!) or call 07761361145

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Join Wollaton WI on Wednesday 23rd March at 7.15pm theyhave an open meeting when John Stirland, BBC Radio Personality and Gardening Expert, will talkabout ‘My Life in Gardening’ followed by a question and answer session. All are welcome.Tickets£5, payable on the door includes tea/coffee and home made cake.

Following this on Saturday 9th April at 10am they have a ‘Right Royal Spring Fayre’-a spring fayrewith a Royal Wedding theme which will include various stalls including craft. plants. cakes, bric abrac etc. All welcome. Admission 50p which includes entrance and refreshments.Both events are to be held at St Leonard’s Community Centre, Bramcore Lane, Wollaton.All proceeds from both events will go to their chosen charity for this year,

The Alzheimer’s Society.

Derbyshire’sleading blind charitySight Support Derbyshire have teamed up with Darley Abbey based aaa-adventure-ltd to offer 50free places in the annual Mad Monk 10k adventure race.The innovative 10k race takes on overthirty obstacles including Giant Walls, Scramble Nets, Balance Beams,Tunnels, Hurdles and a Swimacross the river Derwent, with endless amounts of lovely Mud and Water thrown in! Entrance isnormally £32 but you can choose to fundraise for Sight Support Derbyshire and run for FREE.Teams of four are encouraged to get involved to take home the inaugural Sight Support

Derbyshire trophy.The event takes place in the beautiful heritage village of Darley Abbey onSunday 22nd of May and you can enter for absolutely nothing by contacting either Sight SupportDerbyshire or aaa-adventure.

Steve Walker, of aaa-adventure, said “We are delighted to support a local charity that does fantas-tic work for a whole range of people in the community we live and work in.Whether someonewants to Run as an individual or as a Team of Four, they are sure to enjoy the pain, the burn andthe unrivalled camaraderie of the route.The adventure course will be a challenge to your mentaland physical abilities. If we can all join in to raise money for a local organisation even better. Eachentry will include the UK's most advanced timing system, technical t-shirt, goodie bag, showers,changing facilities and free parking. Don't miss this awesome challenge.2010 saw over 600 competitors take part, this year we expect the event to sell out at 1000 runners.Register at www.aaa-adventure.co.uk/Charity.html

The Nottingham Centre is a friendly social organisation affiliated to National Trust.Members enjoy a varied programme of talks throughout the winter,and outings during the summermonths. Recent topics have ranged from some gory anecdotes from Aly Greenway in her descrip-tion of life as an Environmental Officer: a nostalgic look at newspaper advertisements of yesteryear:and an enlightening evening with George Wilkinson, looking at ‘Georgian Houses Great and Small.’

In April the winter programme draws to a close with a talk by Beth Dawson of National Trust onnew developments at Clumber Park. The talk will be preceded by a very brief Annual GeneralMeeting. Finally, on April 14th,Tony Williams’ topic will be ‘Pacific Panorama,’ coveringAustralia, Canada, Fiji, and New Zealand.The Centre’s summer programme began early with a tour of Birmingham Botanical Gardens and a

visit to Hagley Hall.In June there will be a trip to Stratford on Avon which includes a tour of the Lord Leycester Hospital,

a medieval charitable institution for ‘the housing and maintenance of the needy, infirm or aged.’Nottingham Centre members need not apply!Among other excursions planned are trips to Calke Abbey in July, and Hanbury Hall in August, withriver cruise and cream tea.There are also two great holidays on offer: a week in Hampshire in June, and

a trip to Newcastle in October.The Centre’s activities also include a Walking Group, a Local History Group, and a Gardens Group.The annual subscription to the Nottingham Centre is £5.00 (£4.00 for another member at the same

address) but you must be a member of National Trust to join.Guests are always welcome:the chargeat meetings is £3.00 for guests, £2.00 for members. However, summer outings get booked up veryrapidly and priority is given to Centre members.

For further details contact Don Thompsett, Membership Secretary, on 01664 823500.email: dthompsett@tiscali.co.uk

A WatercolourPainting Exhibition isbeing held onSaturday 12th March,11-5pm and Sunday13th March 10-4pmat BramcoteMemorial Hall,Church Street,Bramcote.

Members from eachof Gwen Scott's four local painting classes will be displayingexamples of their work, over one hundred originalwatercolour paintings.

Admission is free but donations made to cancer researchare welcome, proceeds from the sale of tea andhomemade cakes will also go to cancer research.

For more details visit Gwen's website www.gwenscottwatercolours.co.uk

Are you aged 6 or 7 and in

year 2? Do you want to play football

on a Saturday Morning?

If so you might want to go along to

Manor park every Saturday from 19th

February at 9.30am

“We are a new addition to Toton

Football Club Year 2’s, under 7’s.

This will change to under 8’s in

September 2011”.

If you want a new challenge then come

and give us a visit every Saturday

morning on The Manor Toton Corner

from 9.30 onwards.

“We wear Maroon tops and are

situated towards the park”.

Contact Stephen Ellison a ring on

07803 080503 for further information.

Full kit will be provided if you decide

you love it!

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