DANIELLE’S EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME
Local teenager Danielle Greaves is about to undertake an experience of a lifetime by volunteering to join a special conservation project in South Africa. This fantastic experience will be invaluable in following her dream of attending university, where she will study Environmental Biology. Danielle told The Local News: “I would like a career to work with African people and show them the importance... Read More
WISE RECYCLING AT WHITEGATE
Whitegate Primary School in Clifton has been recognised by Nottingham City Council for completing ‘Nottingham City Council’s Waste In School Education Project (WISE)’. The WISE project offers help and advice to schools on waste. Practical support is also provided through exciting activities on reducing, reusing, repairing, recycling of waste. The school have successfully completed pledges... Read More
PARKLIFE 2010: FREE ACTIVITIES
Parklife is a series of fun free community events which offer a range of exciting activities in the parks and open spaces in Nottingham. This year’s Parklife events will be fun-filled family days, bringing together local organisations and partners to offer an array of activities. These include: Climbing wall Bouncy castles Obstacle course Skateboarding activities Cartoon drawing Face painting Circus... Read More
SUMMER READING SCHEME
Clifton Library, located on Southchurch Drive, will be running an exciting Summer Reading Scheme in the school holidays, called Space Hop. Anyone can join for free, read six books and then win lots of goodies and prizes. Those finishing the Space Mission will be invited to a special award ceremony on Saturday 4th September to collect their medals and certificates. On Tuesday 10th August, there will... Read More
GREAT YEAR FOR VICTIM SUPPORT
The volunteers and staff of the local Victim Support were warmly praised at their recent annual review meeting held in the city. Victim Support’s regional manager, Joe Brazil, told The Local News: “The evening provided Victim Support with the opportunity to creatively demonstrate to our friends, partners and supporters a sample of the services we provide throughout the count of Nottinghamshire.” Joe... Read More
Sunday 15th August
Lady Bay Litter Pickers are tackling the riverside path between The Hook and Trent Bridge. Meet at 2pm (opposite Lady Bay School) or 2.15pm near the play park on The Hook. Call 0115 846 0186 or visit litteraction.org.uk/lady-bay-litter-pickers. Read More →
Tuesday 10th August
The South Notts Flower Club will hold a charity day at Edwalton Church meeting room to raise money for Help the Heroes. It runs from 10.30am until 2pm. Read More →
Saturday 7th August
There’s a second-hand bargain sale being held at the Friary Drop-In Centre on Musters Road from 10am until 12noon. Entrance is 20p. Read More →
Thursday 5th August
Edwalton Women’s Institute are holding a summer garden party at Edwalton Church rooms on Village Street from 3-5pm. Read More →