Magazine for the Mansfield & Ashfield Area T he H ig h L ife

Summer Time Here at Last Enjoy all the wonderful local events

Shall we have this dance? Tea dresses to get you in the

Diamond Jubilee Party Mood

The BBC Antiques Road Show Comes to Newstead Abbey

Celebration

time with

Its Womens

Business

Issue 04 June 2012 10,000 copies delivered FREE to local households

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Welcome to The High Life

Welcome to the June edition of Your 'The High Life', the Community, Corporate & Culture Magazine for the Magazine & Ashfield Area. The Sunshine has finally arrived just in time to enjoy the Diamond Jubilee, Olympic Countdown & Summer Events all happening within your local area. See Diary Dates page 28 'Wear a Tiara' for the Diamond Jubilee alongside Miss Mansfield and raise funds for local charity Jigsaw. See details page 7 In our corporate section read the latest Mansfield 2020 Business News Update and see double page spread of the It's Women's Business Celebration at The Towers in May. Finally on a cultural level see page 30 for details related to the BBC Antiques Road Show to be held at Newstead Abbey later this month. So I hope the sun stays shining and you can get outdoors & enjoy YOUR local positive lifestyle magazine

Diane the Editor

The High Life would like to welcome on board this months new advertisers.

Thank you for supporting The High Life with our mission to promote the fabulous Community, Corporate and Cultural Lifestyle on offer in the Mansfield & Ashfield area. Please say Thank You to these business by 'Supporting Your Local Businesses' . Diane Editor

June 2012

4 Stand Proud

7 'Wear a Tiara' for Jigsaw

28 Diary Dates

6 Tea Dresses

30 Antiques Roadshow comes to

Newstead Abbey

16 Mansfield 2020 Updte

22 IWB Extravaganza

8 Youth Zone - A Future

12 Good Health

25 Femme Page

27 Whats On

29 Jo's Jollies

Genuine Testimonial Just had to let you know that only days after the new High Life Magazine came out I had a new customer who found me specifically because of my advert just goes to show

that if youre not out there they cant find you!! I highly recommend advertising in the High Life Magazine and I am proud to be part of it Margaret.

Why not promote your business within The High Life With advertising from only 70 per edition

Email: diane@marathon-media.co.uk

C o n t e n t sC o n t e n t sC o n t e n t s

Plus Regular Features:

News Update 16

Reasons to Stand Proud

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IWB Extravaganza

22

BBC TV Antiques Roadshow Films on Thursday

14th June At the Historic Newstead Abbey

See Page

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Enjoy in Mansfield & Ashfield

Our aim at The High Life is to promote the fabulous community, culture & corporate life you can enjoy in the Mansfield & Ashfield Area. We want to simply shout about the numerous positive things about living in our area from both a business and personal perspective. Also whatever your age, sex, religion, race or background you can have a high quality of life with hope, vision and a future in the Mansfield and Ashfield area. We interviewed several local individuals who told us why they support the above statement and why they believe we should be proud of where we live and work.

REASONS TO

STAND PROUD

OF WHERE YOU

LIVE AND WORK

T he H ig h L ife

Name: Linda Elliott, Role: Walk Leader, Organisation Blidworth Walking Group We set up this group 19 months ago and it has gradually grown, enjoying about 30 regular walkers of all ages. We regularly walk through the Sherwood Forest and one of our favourite venues is Sherwood Pines stopping at the Visitors Centre. Once in the heart of Sherwood Pines you immediately relax and take in a breath of fresh air. The well maintained woodland is a joy, we like to get off the beaten path and take the less travelled paths its like a secret garden. Most walks are sign posted for long or short walks, this is good if youre not sure of your way. When the forest commission are working in any particular area they leave posters of any work they are carrying out and when the paths can be used again safely. We meet all sort of people such as horse riders, cyclists, young families, dog walkers and at the right time, music festivals, everyone is so friendly there is something for everyone Sherwood Pines is great for all ages. We are lucky to live in an area of outstanding natural beauty that is free and accessible to everyone if only you know where to look. The hard work is taken out of it if you walk with Blidworth Walking Group, all walks have been planned and risk assessed by Linda Elliott or David Smith. We have a group of welcoming people who live in and around the area who walk regularly at home and in Derbyshire.

Foysal Choudhury of The Mint Indian Restaurant & Chow Oriental

(photo above).

The Mint Indian Restaurant, Clerkson street, Mansfield has enjoyed tremendous success winning numerous local, regional and national awards for their customer service and delicious food.

Foysal has recently expanded his business and opened the Chow Oriental, Mansfields only combined Chinese & Thai cuisine restaurant, offering you exciting and different dishes that will tantalise your taste buds. The taste combinations aim to please all palates and show some of the many oriental ingredients. The restaurant also stocks a fine selection of cocktails and premium Japanese lager Kirin on draught.

Why Mansfield? We believe you can develop and expand your business in the Mansfield area and using our experience and long term restaurant expertise decided to open the new Chow Oriental, producing the finest authentic Chinese and Thai cuisine. We use locally sourced produce and also local staff. Our Head Chef: Mr. Chai, is one of Londons finest chefs, a specialist in Chinese and Thai cuisine and has worked in top restaurants in London and internationally in Dubai. To what do you attribute your success? We believe our success is based on recognition of what the customer wants and deserves, fabulous food, excellent customer service and a lovely environment to enjoy their meal.

The restaurant has car park facilities as well as disability access and free wifi. Chow Oriental also caters for any occasion, including birthday parties, stag and hen dos, as well as corporate events small or large up to 100+ covers at one time. Offering a modern oriental menu and a 4 course special menu @ 11.95pp the choices are endless with a professional waiting team providing you sliver service inspired custom. Take-away and delivery services available also, with 15% off on collections and 10% off on deliveries. Booking are now being accepted, for enquires please call 01623 633822.

Opportunity for Business Growth

Beautiful Countryside

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Fabulous Night Life Entertainment

Jonathan Edwards of Andwhynot Bar & Restaurant Andwhynot Bar & Restaurant is situated on Leeming St, next door to The Palace Theatre. Since Jonathan Edwards and Paul Anderton opened andwhynot following a huge transformation in 2000, this unique and stylish venue is highly regarded as the premier place to eat, drink and party within Mansfield Town Centre. This chameleon venue opens daily and offers such a wide range of entertainment and ambiences, for instance, their friendly team serve amazing, fresh food at lunchtimes and evenings, host regular acoustic nights, Ladies Charity Evenings and extremely popular Afternoon with Icons events, showcasing the UKs leading tribute artistes.

Also why did you choose to start a business/es in Mansfield & Ashfield? Both Paul and I have worked in Mansfield Town Centre for over 20 years now, so creating Andwhynot in Mansfield was such an obvious choice for us. Having local knowledge was such a huge benefit and we believed that Mansfield was ready for what we wanted to offer.

Why do you believe your businesses have been successful? I believe that Mansfield people deserve high quality venues that dont cost the earth to enjoy. People demand good value for money and thats always been at the forefront of our plans, alongside reinvestment. I dont measure success purely by financial gain, success is also watching people enjoy what you do, personally, no amount of profit could match that feeling.

Tell us why you believe local people can come to Mansfield and enjoy a fun, safe and entertaining evening in Mansfield. Mansfield is still fighting to lose the stigma of being a rough place to visit by night, but slowly attitudes are changing. Statistics prove that Mansfield is safer now than it ever has been. At Andwhynot, we still believe that people shouldnt have to travel elsewhere to have the high standards of food, service and environments that the city has to offer.. These high standards are on your doorstep at Andwhynot.

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Image credit: Turquoise bird print dress:

DOROTHY PERKINS, www.dorothyperkins.com 0845 1214515

Image Credit: Lace and pleat dress:

MISS SELFRIDGE, www.missselfridge.co.uk

Four Ways to Wear: Tea Dresses by Natalie

I ts the Queens Diamond Jubilee year and with summer just around the corner, what better time to revisit that fashion classic, the tea dress?

The defining elements of a tea dress are

lightweight fabric, cropped or capped

sleeves and a mid-length skirt that

gracefully falls near the mid-calf. Think

1940s, cucumber sandwiches on the lawn, home-baked

cake, vintage china and polite conversation. But, even with

all this nostalgia in the air, theres no need for tea

dresses to be old fashioned.

The best of todays dresses mix-up vintage features, such

as decorative collars or button detailing, with modern

touches like bold colours and prints.

Tea dresses

Are also incredibly versatile, being suitable for many

different occasions. Here are just four ways you can wear

the style:

At the office.

Embrace your femininity and take it to work. Yes, tea

dresses can look good at the office and are ideal for

summer lunches. Choose plain, block colours for a

professional look. Team with super high heels and a

cropped jacket.

Into the evening.

If you choose the right tea dress you can wear it

throughout the day and into the night, making it perfect

for long days shopping in the city, followed by dinner with

friends. Make sure you opt for a luxurious fabric, such as

organza or chiffon and a suitably smart clutch bag.

Weekend days.

Shorter, above the knee, cotton day

dresses with vintage detailing are the

most prolific tea dress style on the

high street this year. Theyre just the

ticket for hot summer picnics, bbqs or

seaside day trips. Toss a fitted, 1950s-

style cardigan into an oversized bag

and off you go sporting a charmingly playful twist on the

traditional look.

Special occasions.

Silk tea dresses in floral patterns are the perfect choice

for special occasions from summer weddings, a day at

the races or taking afternoon tea, high society style. Add

a fascinator or bolero for optimum glamour.

High Tea?

Carrot Cupcake Recipe Ingredients

4oz Plain flour One and a half teaspoons cinnamon One teaspoon baking powder Half teaspoon salt Half teaspoon of Vanilla extract 2 large eggs (beaten) 6oz vegetable oil 8oz sugar 12oz Carrots (6 medium) finely shredded Cream Cheese Frosting (4 tbsp. unsalted butter softened, 4oz cream cheese, half tsp vanilla extract, 8oz caster sugar beat together to make a light fluffy cream) Directions Preheat oven to 350 degrees, line muffin cups with liners and spray with vegetable oil. Whisk the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, eggs and vegetable oil together. Gradually beat into the mix the sugar using an electric mixer at medium speed until thick (3 mins). Beat in the vanilla and fold in the carrots. Take the batter and fill the muffin cups equally and bake in the oven for 30-35mins. When cool, use a half inch plain tip pastry bag filled with cream cheese frosting to pipe a top onto the cupcake. You can freeze the cupcakes and thaw to eat to help prevent crumbling.

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Tea Party Fundraiser

Campaign;

Join Miss Mansfield Alicia Caley and Wear a

Tiara to Work On behalf of Jigsaws Jubilee

Mansfield charity and Jigsaw Support Scheme is

encouraging local businesses &

organisations to consider holding a

tea party at work throughout June

to help them raise funds for their

befriending and generic support

projects.

Charity Manager Clare Heyting

says As a charity we thought this

would be a fun way to engage the

business community and give

them a platform to engage

customers old and new. Already, we have the support of

Henshaws Furniture, The Works Health and Beauty on

White Hart Street, the Ladies of Hucknall Round Table and Alicia Caley, Miss Mansfield for 2012. All of them are

holding tea parties in June to help us reach our fundraising targets. support projects which both help adults in Mansfield

to live fulfilled, happy and healthy lives, independently and at home for as long as possible. And in these days of an

ageing population our services are needed more than ever.

Alicia Caley, Miss Mansfield will be holding her very own tea party on June 1st backstage at Glastonbudget Festival in

Leicestershire, where she will be performing with her band Ransom. When Alicia was asked to get involved she stated

When Jigsaw approached me I thought it was a great idea and even though Im in the middle of A Levels and touring

with my band Ransom, I just couldnt say no. Jigsaw does such good work in the community helping vulnerable people

in North Nottinghamshire with their support needs. So I wanted to get involved to help raise Jigsaws profile and much

needed cash.

Henshaws Furnitures party takes place on June 8th 2pm-4pm and The Works Health and Beauty takes place on the 1st

June. All the staff will be wearing their tiaras and charging 1.00 for tea and coffee that day, donating it all to Jigsaw.

Jigsaw Fundraiser Ginny Cullen says The Wear a Tiara to Work Day came about from the Jigsaw Jubilee Tea

Parties. These tea parties are a great excuse to get together and have fun. Jigsaws befriending project directly

addresses the problem of chronic isolation which is one of the causes of anxiety and can lead to mental health issues,

so these parties will both raise money and help people to get together in a really fun way. So the Wear a Tiara to Work

Day just led on from that. And now with Alicias support, were hoping even more people and businesses will come

forward and hold a tea party and/or Wear a Tiara/Crown to Work Day

We all need to be treated like a Queen sometimes, so indulge your inner Prince/Princess/Queen, pay a 1.00 donation

to Jigsaw and help make a difference in your local Community.

Dont worry if you miss the above events you can always hold your own tea party or simply Wear a tiara for the day. If

you would like to hold your own tea party at work please contact Ginny Cullen for a comprehensive fundraising pack at

Jigsaw on 01623 662200.

Or email fundraising@jigsawmansfield.org.uk

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W e couldnt do it without you! How young people help Jigsaw Support Scheme to help others in North Nottinghamshire.

After eighteen year old Darcy Keeling (photo) left school she found it impossible to get work. Then. she found out about Jigsaw and it changed her life.

Jigsaw is a charity based in Mansfield which enables people in North Nottinghamshire to live their lives, their way. Jigsaw offers individualised and tailored support so that vulnerable adults of all ages can live at home independently, safely and happily, retaining their dignity and self-determination.

One of their most valued projects is the befriending scheme. Jigsaw volunteers visit elderly and house bound people who would otherwise struggle to see anyone else in a typical week. The befriending service brings much needed friendship and companionship to very lonely and socially isolated people who would otherwise suffer from depression, anxiety and ill health. Darcy says Im so grateful for Jigsaw. I love visiting my ladies. I get as much out of it as they do, if not more actually. Doing the befriending makes me feel useful, needed and wanted. My ladies feel better because theyve got someone to talk to. Sometimes, they share their problems with me and they wouldnt talk to anyone else about them. It makes me feel very privileged. Jigsaw has helped

me with training and qualifications so my CV looks better and it helps me to carry out my role.

Befriending Coordinator Cate Bones says the training Jigsaw offers is vital. Many of our elderly service users have suffered a great deal of loss in their lives. Not just from the loss of loved ones, but loss of income, loss of independence and if theyre house bound, loss of social interaction which of course leads to depression and anxiety. Without our befriending project so many of Mansfields lonely and isolated elderly people just wouldnt see another person in their week.

Our training gives all our volunteers the skills theyll need to deal with the issues of loss, dementia, safeguarding and professional boundaries. This is not only vital in the role of volunteer but the training plus the real work experience volunteers gain can help them back into work or to get their first job.

Volunteering for Jigsaw has changed Darcys life. Shes now back in education studying hairdressing. Her message to anyone thinking about volunteering is to just go for it! She says for young people like herself it sends out a good message to employers. It helps on your CV, youre getting really worthwhile training, developing life skills for yourself but also skills which are valued in the

workplace. And its just so enjoyable. I now have two ladies: Jessica and Doreen (not their real names). With Jessica I pass on hairdressing tips as she knows Im studying it and she likes to get the information from an expert. With Doreen, I love hearing stories about her past life. She likes to talk about her husband whos passed on. I love just being there for my ladies, listening to their problems and their

news, whether its good or bad. I think what they get out of it is that they can now see younger people in a positive light. For instance, I have quite a number of piercings and when people meet me for the first time, theyre sometimes wary of me. Now Jessica and Doreen know that Im not scary or trouble. I really love them and I think they feel good about me. Even if I got offered paid work on the days I visit my ladies, I wouldnt take it. I get as much from them as I give. They make me feel good about what Im

doing and I love the fact that Im really making a difference to their lives, just as they are with me.

If youd like to make a huge difference in someone elses life, get valuable training and learn new skills, give Cate Bones a call on 01623 662200 for more details about volunteering with Jigsaw.

4th Dance Spectacular at

Samworth Church Academy

S amworth Church Academy has celebrated a successful two night Dance Showcase with 150 students taking part in the performances to sell out audiences. The shows also included professional dancers from Nottingham who have invited Samworth Church Dance Academy students to join their company when they premiere a new show this month in Nottingham.

Hannah Lake, Dance Teacher at the Academy said the show was a great success with the audiences and was the culmination of a lot of hard work by the students. She said, The 4th Dance showcase was a great success. This year Samworth Church Dance Academy students have been fortunate to work alongside a professional company called Ampersandance and have acquired many new performance skills which have shone through in this showcase. We are very proud of the students increasing abilities.

There was also a guest performance each night by the team of professional dancers from Ampersandance, a post graduate dance company, based in Nottingham. Jamie Thomson, Artistic Director of Ampersandance takes classes at the Academy each week, giving the students the chance to work with a career dancer. He said, We work with students from Samworth Church Academy that show potential and commitment to develop their training as young dancers and give them the necessary skills to develop them as young professionals of the future. The students are able to gain experience and insight by working every week on their dance technique and performing

alongside our professionally trained dancers, who act as mentors for these young dance students. All of this experience has paid off as the dance showcase at the Academy was entertaining and professional; the students did a great job and should be proud of their achievements. Photo top: Students perform Skinny Love Samworth Church Dance Academy group. Photo below: back row professional dancers: Elena Aldi, Oliver Mahar, Kim Borman and Colette Higgs. Front row: Samworth Church Dance Academy students Sade Hardwick, Chloe Patterson, Chloe Patel, Caitlin Taylor and Tanna Nita.

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Ball raises 900 for Framework

A cheque for more than 900, which was raised at the Chairman and Mayor's annual charity ball was presented to Mansfield's Framework branch on Tuesday (15 May).

The outgoing Council Chairman Cllr Sally Higgins and the Council's Managing Director Ruth Marlow presented the cheque for 902.55 to Michelle Hanson, Service Manager at Framework's Sherwood Street centre, Mansfield.

The money was raised at the Chairman and Mayor's annual charity ball held on 23 March at the Civic Centre.

The money will go towards "Framework Mansfield's Appeal" to raise 30,000 to support more residents of Sherwood Street. The aim is to create a new job to support the needs of an increased number of people requiring the homeless service, in order to sustain a more balanced outlook for their futures.

Framework have already worked hard in raising 20,000 towards their goal. Further donations can be made directly to the charity on http://www.frameworkha.org/donate.php.

Regular Feature:

Preparing for Your Future by our Independent financial adviser

and long term care specialist Shirley Burns

If you are faced with the prospect of finding care for an ageing parent, you are probably feeling emotionally drained right now. The process of finding suitable care and sorting out the legislation, not to mention coming to terms with the significant changes to their lifestyle, can be extremely hard.

If a persons capital and savings and/or income push them outside the means test thresholds, they will generally be responsible for the funding of their own care fees until such time as their money falls below the appropriate threshold. However, with careful planning it may be possible to structure their finances in such a way that care fees can be paid indefinitely, without worry about the future or what might happen if the money runs out. Most families wish to ensure that their parent can stay in the chosen care home for the rest of their lives, as well as safeguarding as much of the existing capital as possible. It may seem surprising, but there are dedicated tax efficient financial policies available. These are called Immediate Care Plans (also known as ICPs, Immediate Annuities or Care Fees Payment Plans). They are specially designed to cover all or part of the cost of a persons care fees and, while they are not a universal panacea, they can, in the right circumstances, provide an ideal solution. What would it cost? An Immediate Care Plan is tailored to the circumstances of the person needing care, the points taken into consideration being; age, gender, medical condition and the amount of annual benefit needed. Care costs vary countrywide and as everybodys financial situation

is different its not possible to give a definite cost. However, this synopsis gives an idea of the sorts of calculations involved. The Carters; Jeff and Sophie Carter were anxious to sort out the continued care fees for Jeffs mum, Mildred. At 86, Mildred was in hospital after a period of memory loss and a series of falls having necessitated her admission. And although her health improved slightly, her family felt she couldnt continue to live safely in her own home. The family found a care home they were all happy with and Mildred moved in. Jeff and Sophie wanted to make sure that Mildred could stay in this home for the rest of her life without worrying about her money. Mildred had 157,000 from the sale of her house, some savings and a net annual income of 15,439. Her care costs and incidental expenses came to 33,540. This left Mildred with an annual deficit between her income and expenses of 18,101. The family purchased an Immediate Care Plan, which cost 62,674. The plan pays the care home 18,101 each year (plus annual increases of 5%) and will continue for the rest of Mildreds life. The remaining capital of 94,326 was securely invested. For advice regarding your own long term life planning or for a member of your family or friend contact Shirley Burns in complete confidentiality Tel: 01159 665079 Mobile 07801 290172 Email: shirley@itmakessense.net Website: www.itmakessense.net Po Box 9689, Lowdham Nottingham NG14 7XZ

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Money Talk Hi and welcome to our latest Money Talk, delivered to you by our team of experts from Assured Money Solutions

WITH up to 20,000,000 payment protection policies mis-sold by bank and high street lenders for over a decade there is a very good chance you could have been caught out. If you have ever had a bank loan, a credit card, a mortgage, a store card or a vehicle on finance there is a massive chance that you could be one of the people that the banks mis-sold insurance to. Last week the banks announced hundreds of millions of extra provision to put right the 10billion of mis-sales that took place. Believe me, that figure could easily rise, 85% of claimants were mis-sold. The average claim is around 2,700 so it's definitely worth digging out every credit agreement you have ever had. There are some very able claims companies out there that will help win back your money very effectively, but it is possible to do this yourself and you may want to do some DIY. Here is what you need to do. Firstly remember as much of the detail as possible, write down what was said, how you felt and what was your financial position at the time including any employer benefits. The salespeople at the banks needed to dot every i and cross every t and the reality is they did not. The processes they followed were shambolic. You need to decide why you believe you were mis-sold; were you told it was compulsory, were you self-employed, unemployed or retired, were you sold or told the wrong thing, did you already have cover in place or did you have any medical problems at the time? Dont get fobbed off by the banks that your claim is older than six years if you have evidence, that point is irrelevant. Don't take no for an answer and remember you want the following: All the premiums back to inception (not the last six years), you want interest attached to those premiums, you want eight per cent statutory interest on top and you also, in the case of loans, want any unfair settlements recalculating, and in the case of credit cards you want any charges redressing as had you not been mis-sold you would not have encountered these charges. Best of luck with your claim, take action and get your money back. Lee Dunville, Assured Money Solutions Ltd

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Back to Work Advice from Health on Hand Mansfield on the perfect PC posture

Whether at home, work or on the move, more and more of us are

spending large parts of the day using a computer. With a growing

trend for people to hot-desk or work from home and then sit and

concentrate at the screen for so long, we may not be aware that the

position were in is harmful to our spines. Health on Hand Mansfield

has some advice to keep in mind at the start of each working week:

On the move:

Make time to check your bag/briefcase each day for items that

you wont need. The paperwork can quickly accumulate and

additional weight in your bag is extra weight that your shoulders

and back have to bear.

Use a rucksack design laptop case and carry it on both

shoulders and adjust the straps so that the bag is held close to your

back.

If wanting to use a laptop on the train, try to sit where there is

a table. If having to use the computer on your lap, limit the time you

sit in this way as you are sitting looking down onto the screen, with

your head unsupported. Certainly avoid using the seat next to you,

as you will also be twisting your spine.

At your desk:

Always take the time to adjust your chair when you start

working at a new location.

Your seat should be adjusted so that your feet are flat on the

ground or on a foot rest, ensuring there is a slope from your hips to

your knees. You should end up with your hips higher than your

knees and your eyes level with the top of the computer screen.

(Stretching your legs out under the desk is also fine if you feel more

comfortable this way but if you tend to tuck your feet under the

chair, make sure you dont stay in this position for long as this

position reduces blood flow to your legs).

Relax when sitting into your chair, making sure you have your

bottom against the seat back and your shoulder blades are

touching the back rest of the chair. The front of the seat should not

be compressing against/touching the backs of your calves.

Arms should be flat and your elbows level with the desk or

table you are using. Use a seat with arm rests.

Take regular breaks. Never sit at the computer for more than

40 minutes; less if possible.

When you take a break,

walk around and stretch a

little; do something

completely different.

Remove any obstacles

from under your desk to

ensure you have enough

leg room.

Never sit and twist your back to use a laptop.

At home:

If using a laptop, invest in a stand or docking station to place it

on (available from PC suppliers) as this ensures the screen is at

eye level. You should also buy a normal keyboard and mouse to

plug in, making it much easier to use the laptop in a more back

friendly manner.

Invest in the best possible seat you can afford. If you are

going to be sitting in it for long periods of

time, it is important to get one that

provides the most adjustability and

support.

Thomas Jeppesen BSc DC ICSSD

Visit www.healthonhand.co.uk

Or call 01623 635333

Enjoy Good Health and Feel Great with The High Life

Feel Great

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Migraines and Massage

W hether or not you are taking prescription and over-the-counter medications for migraine relief you might find that alternative treatments are helpful in managing migraine headaches. One such treatment is massage therapy. Massage in general is suggested for stress relief and stress is considered a trigger of migraine headaches. A recent study examining the effect of massage therapy on migraine suggested very positive results. The massage therapy subjects reported fewer distress symptoms, less pain, more headache free days and fewer sleep disturbances. They also showed an increase in serotonin levels. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter found in the brain that is important in reducing pain. Prior to a migraine episode, serotonin levels have been noted as high in migraine patients versus non-migraine. The idea is that a relaxing massage can decrease stress, promote well being and help reduce migraine frequency and pain.

When A Migraine Attacks At the onset of a migraine, try massaging your own face, head, neck and shoulders, or have a friend or family member perform the massage. Having someone else massage you is helpful for hard to reach areas such as the back. It's also important to relax your muscles and try to get as comfortable as possible.

Massage Techniques To Try Yourself

There are many different books available for massage techniques. The following techniques are for alleviating migraine pain:

Place your thumbs on each side of the spine, in the hollows between the neck muscles just below the base of the skull. Tilt your head back and press firmly for two to three minutes, breathing deeply. Press the web between your thumb and forefinger with the thumb and index finger of your opposite hand. Press hard for one minute, breathing deeply and then repeat with the other hand.

Professional Massage Therapy

If you do decide to try massage with a registered therapist, there are various forms available and it can be a little daunting perhaps in choosing one. You may find it's a case of experimentation where you attempt several before finding one that is effective.

Craniosacral Therapy In this form of massage, a therapist gently massages your skull bones and your scalp. The aim is to soothe the nerves and reduce migraine pain as it occurs. Deep-Tissue Massage Therapy In deep-tissue massage therapy, the massage therapist uses pressure and stretching to reduce tension in the body. Deep-tissue massages are purported to improve circulation and help reduce muscle tension. Typically, a deep tissue massage therapist focuses on specific areas of the body to relieve pain through the use of deep finger pressure and slow strokes.

Accupressure Accupressure techniques involve the application of soft finger pressure to various points on the head. It is thought that accupressure can help migraine sufferers by easing muscle tension and promoting better blood circulation. Massage should be performed by a qualified and trained massage therapist. He or she will attempt to address the various symptoms that may contribute to migraine pain. A massage therapist may also perform massage in conjunction with hydrotherapy or essential oils such as lavender or peppermint.

Addressing stress and physical aches with a massage may provide wonderful results for those who suffer from migraines and at the very least, will hopefully provide a respite from a stressful day

c/o www.headacheexpert.co.uk/migrainesandmassage.html If you have any medical health concerns, please consult your General Practitioner for advice

Good

Health

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If so then read on..the majority of the clients who come to our Hypnotherapy practice have been on every diet possible, only to put back all the weight theyve lost and more besides once they start eating normally again. Its a vicious circle because generally diets just dont

work long term, a dieters weight goes down then up

again, we call it yo-yo dieting and this is a situation

which leaves people disappointed, and disillusioned.

All that hard work for nothing.

When youre on a diet you are limited to points or

calories and certain foods are restricted or banned.

You feel deprived of certain things and feel guilty for

even thinking you might just have one of your

forbidden foods. And what happens when you feel

deprived? Right, you want it even more.

The Clem Turner Hypnotherapy Practice has a Weight Management

Programme that is proved, tried and tested. We help people to achieve

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you will get rid of your excess weight and then keep it off forever.

If youd like to know more about how to reduce your weight safely

WITHOUT DIETING please give me a ring on 01623 556234 or

07960788093, Margaret Turner, Clinical Hypnotherapist

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Welcome to the High Life Corporate Section

Keep up to date with local business news

A great platform for your business promotion

Diary Dates, Networking News, Business Events

PLUS. Positive Information about Corporate Life in the

Mansfield & Ashfield Area.

Welcome to the Highlife

CONTENTS

14 Welcome to the Corporate

Section

16 Mansfield 2020

18 IWB Extravaganza

20 NNN Business Group

22 Profile Plus

24 Corporate Diary Dates

Credit for some images: www.Photostock.com

JOIN OUR CORPORATE GROUP ON LINKED-IN VIA DIANE@MARATHON-MARKETING.CO.UK FOR

DISCUSSIONS, PROMOTIONS AND B2B RECOMMENDATIONS/REVIEWS & INTRODUCTIONS

MLP students attend Mansfield 2020

Mansfield Learning Partnership - Sponsor a Student Programme

The Mansfield Learning Partnership is a partnership between local education providers and employers, working together to provide the best possible education for young people in Mansfield.

A current project; Sponsor a Student Programme encourages local business to support the students by offering sponsorship for the young people to attend the local business group Mansfield 2020.

This business club is one of the best business networks in the East Midlands and therefore offers an experience for the students.

The photo above shows two students from The Brunts Academy; Jake Alvey and Jack Norman. Jake and Jake attended the April meeting and were kindly sponsored by Michael Huxley of The Hive and Stewart Rickersey from SMB Consultancy 3

If you are interested in sponsoring a student to attend the Mansfield 2020 meeting contact Berni Dickinson, Director of the Mansfield Learning Partnership. On 01623623149 or email: bdickinson@TheBrunts.org

Visit www.mansfieldlearningpartnership.co.uk

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Congratulations to Sam from The High Life on achieving her goal to attain the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership

In order to further my personal development, I approached Focus Management for Business who were able to help identify training

needs specific to my role as Operations Manager with Mansfield 2020.

It was an easy decision to select Focus as a training provider since I had utilised their services previously.

I particularly enjoyed being challenged on the concept of Management and Leadership at Level 5 and it was interesting to see how my perception of the management role changed during the course of the

programme.

Focus Management for Business has been extremely supportive throughout the learning process and the course mentor was knowledgeable and most importantly available when I needed encouragement and support.

Completing the course has provided me with an invaluable understanding of the management process, as well as the skills to implement new processes in the workplace and further my own personal objectives

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Introduction to the Mansfield 2020 Board Name: Sandra Cowley Business Name: Vision West Notts Business Type: Education

Why you joined the Mansfield 2020 Board? I came to live in Mansfield at an early age, and I have worked in the local area for all of my adult life. My working life began in the private business sector where I had the opportunity to work for a number of dynamic business owners who taught me well and whose drive, ambition and commitment to supporting the local community I admired. For the past 12 years I have worked at Vision West Notts, where I hold a dual role in the Business Development Unit. I manage a team whose role is to support the business community to recruit and up skill their new and existing workforce today, to meet the business challenges of tomorrow. For many years I have been passionate about investing my time in making Mansfield a great place to live and work and I am proud to be a Director of Mansfield 2020 which allows me to continue to do so.

5 Great Reasons to Join the M2020 Membership in 2012 Excellent networking opportunities Business information and updates Members database Business listing in members directory and

virtual directory Event sponsorship Opportunity to promote your products and

services

Mansfield 2020

Patrons

Welcome to Mansfield 2020 The pioneering business development and networking organisation was set up with

The aim of promoting and revitalising the towns of Mansfield and Ashfield.

Welcome to Mansfield 2020 Mansfield 2020 networking organisation represents the heart of the local business

community, offering news, information and the opportunity to promote your business

Mansfield 2020 Up and Coming Events Thursday 28th June : Business Breakfast Meeting

Venue: Mansfield Civic Centre Time: 7.30 am until 9 am

We warmly welcome you as a guest or member to come along to our June meeting. Following the early networking and traditional English Breakfast the June meeting offers guest speaker; Richard Sheppard (photo right), Intermediary Development Manager of Met Life with a talk entitled: The Attractions of the UK Market for a US Giant

The talk will offer; Overview of MetLife the worlds largest insurance group

and best known in the US Why the UK market stood out for inward investment MetLife view of where the UK market is at MetLife view of where it is going Reasons to be cheerful & plan

Richard joined MetLife in 2009 to head up their Adviser Education Programme. He joined the financial services industry in 1984 and worked with product providers initially in a sales role but moved into the technical team, covering all aspects of pension, investment and trust based solutions.

After deciding to move into the adviser field, Richard moved to a national IFA practice where he held the role of Head of Pensions before joining the Personal Accounts Delivery Authority (now NEST) where he was responsible for building the IFA engagement plan.

In his role at MetLife, Richard is responsible for the design and delivery of a holistic education programme embracing the whole range of solutions available to IFAs for use with their clients. He has a specific interest in the way that investors are influenced in their behaviour and is also studying towards the STEP Diploma.

An accomplished public speaker, Richard is married and has three young children. In his spare time, when he is not looking after his pigs and chickens, he helps to raise money for charity by engaging in sporting challenges and he is also the holder of a Guinness World Record!

To reserve a place at the above event or to find our more about membership of this prestigious & well established business group please contact Sam Saunders on 01623 422010 or email admin@mansfield2020.com for further details. www.mansfield2020.com

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Roundtable on Economic Conditions with the Bank of England

Date: Thursday 28 June 2012 (straight after the breakfast meeting) Time: 9.00am to 10.30am Venue: Civic Centre, Mansfield

N ot to be missed! Alastair Cunningham, Agent for the East Midlands, Bank of England will be

providing a picture of the UK economy as he sees it a picture Alastair has been painting for the Monetary Policy Committee following his meetings with business contacts around the East Midlands.

The session will provide an opportunity for attendees to feed back on their experiences on a Chatham House basis. Find out if you fit the picture Alastair has been painting or if there are certain areas where he has got it wrong.

Alastair will be interested to find out if you are budgeting for growth or shrinkage for the remainder of 2012 and will be asking, have you changed plans for investment, staffing or marketing since the beginning of the year?

Is wage inflation accelerating?

Are pay awards currently most dependent on profitability, labour market conditions, cost of living or some other factor?

What is the biggest constraint at present on growth in profits?

Places are limited, so please book early to avoid disappointment at

http://www.eventbrite.co.uk/event/3433197787 To find out more about membership of this prestigious & well established business group, please contact Sam Saunders on 01623 422010 or email admin@mansfield2020.com for further details. www.mansfield2020.com

Welcome to Mansfield 2020 The pioneering business development and networking organisation was set up with

The aim of promoting and revitalising the towns of Mansfield and Ashfield.

Welcome to Mansfield 2020 Mansfield 2020 networking organisation represents the heart of the local business

community, offering news, information and the opportunity to promote your business

Mansfield 2020

Patrons

Winners of the May After Hours Quarter Page Prize Draw c/o The High Life are Andrew and Paula Hancock of Jaspers Corporate Catering.

Jasper's Corporate Catering is a new business based in Kirkby in Ashfield and will be servicing the whole of the North Nottinghamshire area. Owners; Andrew and Paula are very excited as Jasper's opens in July and they share Jaspers ethos, values and passion for providing quality food with exceptional service. Everything is made from fresh ingredients in a professional kitchen, delivered in Jaspers refrigerated vehicles by well-trained people that care about what they do. Andrew stated "Jaspers are your Corporate Catering Experts. They provide hot and cold delivered catering for your business meetings, training courses, lunches and other corporate events. Jasper's can also design, build and manage your on-site catering facility and supply state of the art food and drink vending solutions". "We are proud to be contract catering partner to some of the leading companies and organizations in the UK, including Siemens, the NHS, Lloyds TSB and the National Blood Service" "Whether you are looking to dazzle your clients with a delicious executive lunch, impress your prospects with fresh bean-to-cup coffee or create a buzzing workplace canteen for your staff, let Jaspers take care of it. Call us on: 01623 333 007 andy@jaspersonline.co.uk and paula@jaspersonline.co.uk www.jaspersonline.co.uk Photo: Andrew & Paula Hancock

Welcome on board to our new members:

Louise Harby & Claire Pyle, Shaping Skills Anna Parsons, Holiday Inn Nottingham Sherwood Park Louise Cutting, Travel Counsellors Esther Head, Progressus Group

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IWB Extravaganza Thursday 17th May

Successful Celebration of Business Women

The 1st ever local Its Womens Business Exhibition Extravaganza took place on Thursday 17th May

at the Towers Corporate Suite, Mansfield.

The doors opened at 10 am with the cutting of the ribbon by Diane Carter, Chair & Founder alongside Gold

sponsors; Lynda Croome of Sterling McCall Wealth Management and Sue Leadbeater of Andrew & Co Llp

Solicitors.

There was a fabulous buzz of excitement as the ladies and of course the gentlemen

who also attended and networked within a relaxed environment with the exhibitors

and other guests. Visitors enjoyed the various seminars offering vital personal &

business information, motivation, inspiration, guidance, support style and confidence

building and even a closing session on Feng Shui for business success.

Its Womens Business Group loves to party and following the morning seminars

exhibitors & guests were treated to a glass of

bubbly and a delicious lunch with a short

celebration speech by Chair Diane Carter.

Diane stated IWB was set up to encourage

ladies to work together to support each other

in business. Many of us have lots of pressure in

our lives not only within our own business or

chosen career but also to care for children or

older relatives, run a home and of course be a Superwoman o ten promoted by the

media. We can work together offering understanding, flexibility and therefore help build not

only our businesses but our friendships and business relationships.

Its Womens Business was started in June 2010 and now prides itself on 270 local professional members. You can join

whether a business owner or professional business person by emailing Diane on diane@marathon-media.co.uk for further

instructions.

Thank you to those who attended both exhibitors and guests. Also a massive thank you to The Towers Management and Staff

who offered an excellent service, professional hosting and delicious food. We will certainly be using their venue for our next event.

The Opening Ceremony

Some of the Business Prize Winners on the Day

Our next event takes place

in October (date tbc)

Book early to avoid

disappointment

Photo L to R - Lynda Croome, Diane

Carter and Sue Leadbeater

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IWB Extravaganza Thursday 17th May

Gold Sponsor

Gold Sponsor

Photos below: See some of our IWB Extravaganza Exhibitors

I was impressed with the quality of stands and the amount

of enquiries gained Health on Hand Clinic, Mansfield

We were pleasantly surprised by the interest, contacts &

opportunities generated. A well organised event

Personal Training Safety Solutions

Well organised & executed

relaxed environment. Well

catered for everyone

Derbys & Notts.

Chamber of Commerce

Excellent Opportunity for us to meet new businesses & introduce people

to our services Ashfield & Mansfield

Shared Regeneration Service

Excellent Day-Looking forward to the October Event The Hive

You missed it? Make sure you are there next time. BOOK NOW Call: Diane Carter; Chair & Founder on: 07916 245 367

Or email: diane@marathon-media.co.uk

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No Nonsense Networking Group

New May Members

Left to right: Mike Huxley (the Hive), Diane

(Chairperson), Christopher Bramall (Ollie's Fun Shack

Ollerton) and Mark Pennington (Ryley Wealth

Management Ltd)

No Nonsense Networking

Breakfast Business Group

VENUE: White Post Inn, Ollerton Road, Farnsfield

Time: 7.30 - 9 am

DATE: Tuesday 12th June 2012

OPEN THE DOORWAY TO NEW BUSINESS THROUGH:

Meeting Like Minded Business People

Taking the opportunity to Present your Business

Plus Support, Motivation & Inspiration at Whatever

Stage Your Business is at

New Start Up Businesses most welcome!

To book the next meeting on Tuesday 8th May

Call, Chair: Diane Carter: Tel: 07916 245 367

or email; diane@marathon-media.co.uk

Visit www.nononsensejustnetworking.wordpress.com

Exportation-Move Out of Your Comfort Zone! Sherwood Resources Ltd is a specialist business, engaged in assisting United Kingdom & European businesses in developing successful partnerships into the wider Middle East and North Africa offering:-

MENA market entry Project direction & delivery Partnership & sales development Provide a forward path to clients future Place extraordinary value on servicing clients Hold accountable to the highest standards of integrity Technical, information technology & engineering

support Managing Language, Culture & International Business

best practice To get engaged with Sherwood Resources, simply call Sa'ad A.W. Al-Kattn on 07802 177 176 or email; saad@sherwoodresources.com

www.sherwoodresources.com

Based at Mansfield i-centre. Mansfield

For more details: www.focus-msv.co.uk/focusonexport or Contact skills coach: Neil Wilkinson tel: 0845 4900236

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Name: Gev Lynott Position: Chief Executive Business: The Mansfield Building Society Introduction: Gev is a qualified accountant and was appointed Chief Executive in September 2011 bringing with him over 30 years experience in financial services. Gev is keen to ensure that The Mansfield plays an active role in the first time buyer market and the development and introduction of affordable housing solutions are high on his agenda. Gev also recognises that Mansfield, Ashfield and the immediate surrounding area are key to its success which is why the Societys Community Support Scheme, which provides financial support to a diverse range of organisations, is available exclusively in Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire.

Profile Plus

Name: Kath Jepson Position: Joint owner Business: B Jephson (Mansfield) Ltd Introduction: My husband and I started the business 56 years ago. We look after the retail and property side of the business. I am lucky to be able to devote a lot of time to support local charities, and also be involved in the regeneration of Mansfield. I sit on the board of Mansfield 2020 and work with the Business liaison Group (BLG). To relax, I enjoy holidays and a game of golf on fine weather days and walking the dogs in the local area.

Profile Plus

Name: Margaret Turner Position: Clinical Hypnotherapist Business: Hypnotherapist Introduction: Margaret is a qualified Clinical Hypnotherapist and is also a member of the General Hypnotherapy Register and the Professional Hypnotherapy Practitioners Association. Margaret specializes in weight management and smoking cessation and also practices in EFT, NLP and Hypno Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. She enjoys cooking, reading, walking and cycling with her husband Clem.

Profile Plus

Name: Carl Chadwick Position: Director Business: McGregors Corporate Introduction: Carl lives in Mansfield and is a qualified accountant and his primary experience is in advising on corporate finance and strategic change. He has completed many shareholder and corporate reorganisations and raised capital for the development of clients businesses. He has led all forms of corporate transactional activity and has played a key role in numerous company and business mergers and acquisitions and disposals

Profile Plus

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Chamber Welcomes Drop

In Unemployment

Commenting on the latest employment figures released by the ONS today, George Cowcher, Chief Executive of the Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire Chamber of Commerce, said: The fall in both overall unemployment and also in JSA claimants is a welcome one and shows that the economic recovery in the UK is making steady progress.

These figures back up the Chambers own research for the same period, which found that the number of local businesses recruiting stands at its highest level since March 2011.

That said, businesses still need to be aware of the challenges that remain in the economy, with the situation in the eurozone deteriorating and pressure increasing on the private sector to create the jobs needed to absorb the continuing fallout from cutbacks in the public sector.

Businesses are working hard to expand and grow, but Government needs to do more to help them create jobs. Measures like real de-regulation, and the creation of a business bank to help improve access to finance, will boost confidence and encourage firms to invest and create jobs and growth.

PLEA FOR MARATHON RUNNERS TO

COMPETE IN AID OF JIGSAW MANSFIELD

Mansfield Chartered Accountant Chris Holder,

Director of McGregors Corporate has announced

he will be running in this years Ikano Robin Hood

Half Marathon in aid of Jigsaw Support Scheme in

Mansfield. Chris is currently planning to run the

marathon with his 19 year old daughter Sophie, but is appealing for

other businesses owners and directors to join him to raise money for

this very worthy cause.

Commenting Chris said, I first came across Jigsaw at a Mansfield 2020

event and was immediately impressed by the outstanding work that

they do. When Sophie and I decided to run we thought we could also

campaign to raise money for a worthy cause.

The Jigsaw Support Scheme is a registered charity which provides a

range of social care projects that enhance independence and can vastly

improve people's quality of life. Projects include home-visiting support,

befriending, information and befriending lunches.

Anyone interested in taking part with Chris can contact him on 01623

635349 or alternatively you can pledge your support by donating via his

justgiving page

http://www.justgiving.com/chrisandsophieholder

Unemployment April 2011

March 2012

April 2012

Derby 7,363 8,923 8,747

Derbyshire 15,995 17,421 16,765

Nottingham 13,061 14,677 14,514

Nottinghamshire 15,985 18,158 17,712

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June 2012

Tuesday 12th June - No Nonsense Networking Breakfast

Business Group

Venue: White Post Restaurant, Ollerton Road, Farnsfield.

Time: 7.30 am - 9 am - See advert page 20

Thursday 28th June - Mansfield 2020 Business Breakfast

Meeting

Venue: Mansfield Civic Centre. Time: 7.30- 9am.

Thursday 28th June - Mansfield 2020 Roundtable on Economic

Conditions by the Bank of England

Venue: Mansfield Civic Centre. Time: 9am - 10.30 am

This event follows the Business Breakfast meeting above

To book any M2020 event call: 01623 422010 or email:

admin@amansfield2020.com See Page 16 & 17

It's Women's Business Events

Thursday 21st June - IWB Ladies at Lunch.

Venue: Mansfield Venue tbc Time: 12 - 1.30 pm.

Thursday 11th July - Fresh Start Event

Venue: The Village, Chilwell.

Visit www.itswomensbusiness.wordpress.com for more details

To join IWB, for more information or to book an event contact;

Club Founder & Chair; diane@marathon-media.co.uk or call:

07916 245 367 www.itswomensbusiness.wordpress.com

Promote your networking event, workshop,

business open day in our Diary Dates.

Email; diane@marathon-media.co.uk

Small charge may apply to non advertisers

Images: FreeDigitalPhotos.net

Diary Dates

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W ell what has happened to the weather it is absolutely freezing? Is this some sort of joke or proof that global warming is now in reverse and turning to global freezing?

Therefore all plans for barbecues, picnics and gardening are on hold this weekend as I reach for my remote to watch another film whilst sat on the sofa in my thermals with a glass of cocoa?

Did I miss something like four months of summer? Our animals must be going into hibernation again totally confused.

As for the flowers they seemed to have had a mass bloom within a couple of days of sunshine to be followed by being totally windswept and then of course bashed with rain looking a little sodden and downtrodden reminding me of Manchester city fans last week after their last minute or should I say last second defeat.

For some reason I am a total Anti-Rooneyist nothing personal just his ignorant, arrogant attitude he seems to portray by the way love his new hair!

And leading from the word Anti this leads me onto the

Anti Royals several of who are coming out from the

woodwork in the build up to the jubilee celebrations. Myself I love it and everywhere I have driven today I have

seen flags large union jacks, little rows of flags, royalty memorabilia. Well done I say for taking on our Diamond Jubilee.

You dont have to be a fan of the royal family to recognise

the benefits to our country and the uplift in spirits from a fun street, or even village/town party enjoy and please dont take life too seriously.

In finishing I realised today it is actually or would have actually been a silver anniversary for me today my silver wedding anniversary except I have been divorced 10 years! Strange thought though.

Anyway the end of my rambling and a big thank you to those of you who gave me some digital camera tips I will certainly take the lens cover off next time.

But hey I have my DSLR half day workshop booked for June so promise to give you a photo then.

In this Section of your High Life focus is on Ladies

We get to see what makes Natalie tick as our resident Fashion Femme

The Leisure Blog has a laugh at the Weather and Football - not a good combination

Remember the PanAm Air Stewardess? Well see how the latest fashions reflect this airline style

Lastly, take up a bottle of wine from the popular selection hand picked / sipped by our high life ladies Enjoy Diane

Image: Salvatore Vuono

Biography of our Resident

Fashion Writer

Natalie Stendall

Im a freelance writer, focussing on

society, arts and lifestyle journalism. As far

back as I can remember, Ive always loved

writing and anything connected with it - books,

magazines, even stationary (my collection of notebooks has now

reached epic levels).

In 2009, I graduated university with a PhD in Social Policy and

began working as a researcher for a local authority. Last year, I

decided it was time to pursue my passion for writing full-time. I now

write for websites, blogs and print. Im also an online film columnist

for local newspaper, the Chad.

I ardently follow whats happening in the fashion industry, keeping up

to date with breaking industry news and events. I love both vintage

inspired looks and cutting edge styles.

My favourite fashion house is Christian Dior and Im a huge fan of

Nottingham legend Paul Smith. Im also a firm believer in the

importance of the local high street, independent boutiques and

fresh, local design talent.

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REGULAR FEATURE; The High Life Ladies Guide to Finding Fine Wine

T his month we look at lively LOL Lucys choice of a South Eastern Australian Rose.

Lively LOL Lucy loves to laugh her way through life and will always see the brighter side of life, the half glass full and the good lessons learnt from the bad experiences.

Introducing the wine to Lucy a regular rose drinker; the front of the bottle pretty label states Firetail Estate Selection Shiraz Rose; named after a beautiful small distinctive bird native to South Eastern Australia Well sounds a little like me laughs Lucy a beautiful distinctive bird LOL!

On to the label on the reverse of the bottle; The Firetail Shiraz/Rose is made using only selected parcels of grapes from exclusive vineyards in South Eastern Australia. Its vibrant pink colour and spicy watermelon aromas are followed by ripe strawberry and citrus flavours and a crisp

clean finish. Enjoy on its own with grilled king prawns and Aioli.

Best served chilled completes the label so removing the bottle out of the fridge after a couple of hours all that is required according to the experts, we served a taster to Lucy. She in turn replied A tip for your readers having a party? Not enough space in the fridge with all your buffet?

On a cold crisp winters evening stick your bottles outside not in the street or you might gain a few new guests ha LOL!

Lucys view A pretty bottle for a beautiful bird, delicate in taste and deliciously fruity.

I found the wine slightly dry for a rose and would prefer a little sweetness but I would choose it as an accompanying wine to serve with salmon and stilton parcels one of my favourite dishes.

The Firetail Rose was purchased from a local branch of the Cooperative on a half price offer at 4.99. Great value for money.

Get the Look: Pan Am by Natalie

A irline television series Pan Am may have been cancelled, but its fashion

footprint remains firmly stamped on our high streets. Heres how you can get that iconic 1960s air stewardess look. The Pan Am uniforms are all about figure-hugging femininity, so try pairing a pencil skirt with a delicate chiffon blouse. Block colour was huge in the 60s, so this mint green pencil skirt from Topshop is ideal.

Alternatively, you could opt for a snug sheath dress. They look especially beautiful on an hour glass figure. This BHS nude, block colour

dress is perfect. Team with a fitted jacket and pull in your waist with a thin belt to create even more shape. Accessorise up your look with a pair of kitten heels, all the rage in the Pan Am era. I just love these classy and ultra feminine blush heels from Dorothy Perkins. Match with a classic lady bag or holdall to finish off the look. And dont forget that a

chiffon scarf or smart gloves can give that Pan Am air stewardess twist to any outfit.

The green skirt from Topshop TOPSHOP,0845 121 4519,www.topshop.com The nude, block colour sheath dress from BHS,0845 196 0000,www.bhs.co.uk The shoes from Dorothy DOROTHY PERKINS,0845 121 4515,www.dorothyperkins.com The scarf from Dorothy Perkins DOROTHY PERKINS,0845 121 4515, www.dorothyperkins.com

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Regular Feature Whats On

New Film Release:

Prometheus

Release 1st June

Director: Ridley Scott

Cast: Michael Fassbender, Idris Elba, Charlize Theron, Guy Pearce, Noomi Rapace, Logan Marshall-Green

A group of scientists working for Weyland-Yutani discover that life on Earth was created by beings from another planet. Based on this information they head into space to discover the key to life and encounter an alien threat.

Stars Guy Pearce, Charlize Theron and Time Out hero Michael Fassbender as the resident android. Described take a journey to the darkest corners of the universe, which isnt exactly giving much away.

Mooted as the much anticipated return of Scott Ridley to sci-fi film genre, 30 years after Blade Runner and it has many of us mightily intrigued.

Palace Theatre update

JUNE

Charlie and Lola's Best Bestest Play Wednesday 6 and Thursday 7 June Expressions Academy of Performing Arts - Expressions The Show 9 Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 June There'll Always Be An England Wednesday 13 June Halfway To Paradise - The Billy Fury Story Thursday 14 June Excelsior School of Dance - Alice Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 June Copacabana Tuesday 19 and Wednesday 20 June Let's Dance Studio - Wonker Wonderland Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 June Stage Door - Live, Love Dance! Friday 29 June - Sunday 1 July Box Office: 01623 633133 Mansfield Palace Theatre Leeming St Mansfield Notts NG18 1NG

Book Review: The Long Earth

Terry Pratchett & Stephen Baxter

Release date: 21st June

1916: the Western Front. Private Percy

Blakeney wakes up. He is lying on fresh

spring grass. He can hear birdsong, and

the wind in the leaves in the trees. Where

have the mud, blood and blasted

landscape of No Man's Land gone?

2015: Madison, Wisconsin. Cop Monica

Jansson is exploring the burned-out home

of a reclusive - some said mad, others dangerous - scientist

when she finds a curious gadget - a box containing some wiring,

a three-way switch and a...potato. It is the prototype of an

invention that will change the way Mankind views his world for

ever.

And that's an understatement if ever there was one...

The Long Earth is the first novel in an exciting new collaboration

between the creator of Discworld Terry Pratchett and the

acclaimed SF writer Stephen Baxter

ISBN-10: 0857520091

ISBN-13: 978-0857520098

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Diary Dates Never Miss A Local Event Again T he H ig h L ife

Please send your diary dates* to the Sub-editor at marathon.media@ntlworld.com (fee may apply)

Olympic Celebrations - Enjoy lots of local events throughout Mansfield and Ashfield. This is a major celebration for 2012. What a fabulous honour for Britain to host the Olympics. If you know of any events in your area please offer details to The High Life; Sub Editor; Andy Jones ( contact information at bottom of page).

Tuesday, May 29 - Friday June 15 Edwinstowe: Jubilee Celebrations at Edwinstowe Library photographs showing Jubilee celebrations from yesteryear Saturday 2nd June Make a Crown (activity for children) - make your own crown and then enjoy some cake and juice Time: 10.30am - 11.30am Tel: 01623 822280, email: edwinstowe.library@nottscc.gov.uk Sunday 30th May Edwinstowe, Sherwood Forest: In the Footsteps of Robin Hood. Historical walk with Notts famous outlaw. Venue: Sherwood Forest Country Park Time(s) 12pm - 1pm and 2:30pm - 3:30pm Cost 3 Adult / 1.50 Children Saturday 2nd June Sutton Town Centre Group are holding a Jubilee event on Saturday June 2nd 2012. If you have a special talent (such as singing, dancing, fire eating!) and would like to share it with others at this event, then please email the Sutton Centre Community College Adult Education Manager on: Linda.Hill@suttoncentre.notts.sch.uk or call in to the Adult Education Office to have a chat with her. Any performer will receive a 10 voucher. Saturday 2nd June Summer Spectacular on Sutton Lawn, Sutton in Ashfield . This Queen's Diamond Jubilee event is organised by the Ashfield Fair Share Trust. Saturday 2nd June Edwinstowe, Sherwood Forest: Nightjar Walk - Join a ranger and RSPB expert Carl Cornish as they go in search of the mystical Nightjar also known in folk law as the goat sucker. Venue: Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve. Please bring a low powered torch and insect repellent is recommended. Sorry no dogs Time: 9.15pm-10.45pm Cost: 5 per person. (places limited) Pre-booking essential on 01623 823202 Sunday 3rd - Tuesday 5th June Edwinstowe, Sherwood Forest: In Celebration of Royal Sherwood living history event with re-enactors, Sherwood Forest was once a Royal Hunting Forest. Venue: Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve. Time: 11am - 4pm Cost: Free

Monday 4th - Tuesday 5th June Jubilee Food Festival with design your own cookies and winner of jubilee bag design A Mansfield BID event held in the Mansfield Market Square. See page 12 for more details Tuesday 5th June - Friday June 8th Ashfield: Ashfield Youth Sport Events - Activities include climbing wall, par cour, slacklining, zorbing. There are area heats taking place as follows: June 5: Jacksdale June 6: Hucknall June 7: Huthwaite June 8: Sutton Lawns, Sutton The final allows winners of the heats to compete for medals as part of the Active Ashfield event: 1st July: Titchfield Park, Hucknall. For more info, Tel: 08449 80 8080 www.nottszone.org.uk Friday 8th June Hucknall: Byron and Sport - In this year of sport come and find out about Lord Byron at this talk and slide show by local librarian and author Ralph Lloyd-Jones. Venue: Hucknall Library Time: 2pm Cost: Free. For further information, Tel: 0115 963 2035. Saturday 9th June Edwinstowe, Sherwood Forest: Glow Worm Walk - A gentle walk of approximately 2.5 miles giving you the best chance of seeing glow worms and maybe bats with local experts on hand to guide you and reveal some of the mysteries relating to these insects. Well behaved dogs on leads welcome. Venue: Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve Pre-book essential. Time: 9.15pm - 11pm Cost: 5 Sunday 10th June Rufford Gallery turns regal with right royal exhibits and majestic fun themed activities! Sunday 10th June Rufford Abbey: Shires Plant Fair - The stallholders are growers and nurserymen who specialise in rare and unusual plants. Venue: Rufford Abbey Country Park Time: 10am - 4pm Cost: Free. For more information www.shiresplantfairs.com Thursday 14th June BBC Antiques Road Show comes to Newstead Abbey - book for free entry Saturday 16th - Sunday 17th June Rufford Abbey: All About Nottinghamshire Fair Discover more about the attractions and places of interest on your doorstep at this local tourism event. Venue: Rufford Abbey Country Park. Time: 11am - 4.30pm. Cost: Free

Sunday 17th June Rufford: Yoga in the Park - Have a go at yoga in the great outdoors, on the beautiful lawns of Rufford (indoors if wet in the ancient atmospheric Undercroft next door to Savile Restaurant). You will need to bring a yoga mat, or exercise mat, or large towel. Venue: Rufford Abbey Country Park. Time: 10am 11am Cost: 5 per session. Booking essential pay on the day but need to book in advance. Contact Dawn Taylor - email: yoga.dawn@virgin.net, tel: 0794 120 6952, www.yogadawn.me.uk Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th June Rufford: Earth & Fire International Ceramic Fair Earth and Fire is one of the countrys premiere ceramic events with over 100 potters from across the UK and Europe come to sell direct to them public from outdoor market stalls. Venue: Rufford Abbey Country Park. Time: 10am - 5pm. Cost: Free, 5 car park Visit: www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/earthandfire Saturday June 23 Edwinstowe, Sherwood Forest: Glow Worm Walk - A gentle walk of approximately 2.5 miles giving you the best chance of seeing glow worms and maybe a bat or two with local experts on hand to guide you and reveal some of the mysteries relating to these insects. Well behaved dogs on a lead are welcome. Venue: Sherwood Forest National Nature Reserve Pre-booking essential. Time: 9.15pm - 11pm Cost: 5 Wednesday 27th June Olympic Celebrations at Berry Hill Park Thursday 28th June Nottinghamshire: London 2012 Torch Relay - the Olympic Flame travels through Nottinghamshire with events across the county including at the National Water Sports Centre and Sherwood Forest/Edwinstowe. Visit: www.nottinghamshire.gov.uk/sportforall Thursday 28th June Olympic torch relay visits Mansfield & Ashfield. The Olympic Flame will be passing through Mansfield and Ashfield as part of its historic tour of the country as part of the run up to the London 2012 Olympic Games. People of Mansfield and Ashfield communities are invited to welcome the Olympic Flame and share in the excitement the relay celebrations and the achievements of the Torchbearers who each have special stories of achievement in order to be chosen for this special honour. See Page for details of Torch Bearers. Continued on next page .

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R egular Feature: Living the Family High Life Introducing Jos Jollies

Take a Swing at Mansfield Golf Club and Driving Range Ltd After watching the TV coverage of the Masters over the Easter Bank Holiday weekend, the boys decided it was time to dust off their golf clubs; we are not quite ready for a trip around a course, and especially not with an eager 3 year old in tow and the prospect of rain showers every day!

So, we paid a visit to Mansfield Golf Club and Driving Range Ltd, where we spent a very pleasurable couple of hours. I walked in with some trepidation, William and Lewis plus their sports mad sleepover friend looking quite the little professionals with their clubs on their backs, and then, Eleanor, with a club from the boys first ever set in her hand, making sure we didnt forget she wanted a go. What sort of reception would I get as it was realised that any peace at the centre would soon be shattered. Well, a very welcome one.

First stop was the shop for new golf gloves each, where the gentleman serving us could not have made us more welcome. He helped the boys try on the gloves to make sure they got the right size and fit and then told them how to store and look after them to make sure they lasted and didnt get spoiled. Then we got our tokens for our basket of balls, 40 is 3 and 80 4, the gentleman even suggested the most cost effective way of buying the balls to save some money.

Out onto the range we all concentrated well but 10 year olds are not that quiet by nature. The range was reasonably quiet but those who were already there practicing didnt mind the boys at all. All in all it was a very pleasurable experience, we were all

made to feel very welcome by everyone we met and all managed to hit some good shots, an added bonus! Thanks to the gentleman who gave the boys a ball each so that they could then go and practice on the putting green and crazy golf at the front of the reception area.

We will certainly go again, I am even tempted to dust my own clubs down and may be go to one of the adult group coaching sessions Mondays 10 11 am and 7 -8 pm, junior group coaching is Saturday mornings 10 11.

There is now also an 18 hole golf course which you can play as a non-member or pay an annual membership for use of all the facilities.

Of course, we usually tire before the children, so whilst they are having their umpteenth round of crazy golf or work their way down their 2nd 3rd or 4th basket of balls you could always make use of the coffee shop facilities!

Jo Godson is an Independent Human Resources Specialist and busy mum of three who lives and works in the Mansfield/Ashfield Area. Follow Jos Jolly Trips around the area each month.

...Diary Dates Continued Friday 29 June Mansfield PLUG Live Showcase - Plug Promotions live music gigs with media projections. Organised by young people for young people, featuring local bands. Venue: The Old Library, Mansfield Cost: 2.50 Tel: 01623 644377 Email: countyyoutharts@nottscc.gov.uk Sunday 1st July Rufford: Yoga in the Park - Have a go at yoga in the great outdoors, on the beautiful lawns of Rufford (indoors if wet in the ancient atmospheric Undercroft next door to Savile Restaurant). You will need to bring a yoga mat, or exercise mat, or large towel. Venue: Rufford Abbey Country Park. Time: 10am 11am Cost: 5 per session. Booking essential pay on the day but need to book in advance. Contact Dawn Taylor - email: yoga.dawn@virgin.net, tel: 0794 120 6952, www.yogadawn.me.uk Thursday 5th July 5 - Friday 6th July Mansfield: Battle of the Bands - Young bands compete for the title of Best Band. Venue: The Old Library, Mansfield 5/6 July (heats), 13 July (final), 7pm 3/2 concessions. For more information: Tel: 01623 644377 Email: countyyoutharts@nottscc.gov.uk

Saturday 7th July - Sunday 15th July Mansfield Arts Festival will take place. The festival will see Mansfield District Council, including its Palace Theatre and Museum, Mansfield Library and the Old Library, Vision West Notts, schools and community groups, come together to create an exciting programme of activities and events for everyone across the District to get involved in. A number of events have already been confirmed for the festival including: Project 2012: Mamesfelde to Mansfield, from

the Palace Theatre

The opening of Mansfield Museums Summer Exhibition

Vision West Notts I Heart Mansfield Film Festival screening

Post 16 Fringe Festival at the Old Library, Leeming Street, Mansfield

The annual Warsop Carnival Events are also being planned at Mansfield

Library. Theres also the opportunity for people to get involved during the week by either holding their own performance or exhibition, or getting involved in one of the events currently being organised. If you would like to stage your own event during the week please register at www.mansfield.gov.uk/artsfestival. A full programme of the Mansfield Arts Festival activities is available online at www.mansfield.gov.uk

Saturday 7th July - Saturday 14 July Mansfield: Mansfield Cultural Festival: Youth Fringe A programme of young peoples performances: 9 July: Dance night 10 July: Music night 11 July: Drama night 12 July: Film night 13 July: Band night 14 July: Big Street Dance Day Venue: The Old Library, Mansfield. Cost: 2. For more information, Tel: 01623 623149 Email: berni@mansfieldlearningpartnership.co.uk Saturday 7th July - Wednesday 29th Sep Mansfield Museums Summer Exhibition - The Annual Summer Exhibition will be a celebration of sport.

Sunday 8th July Warsop Carnival Time; 12noon to 7pm Venue: Carrs Show Ground. Church Lane, Church Warsop. The event includes a parade and a variety of arena acts, displays and side stalls and an open air music

Monday 9th July Mansfield: Mansfield Memories Matinee Performances - special screening of rarely seen footage cared for at the Media Archive for Central England Venue: Mansfield Library Auditorium, West Gate, 90 mins running time Time: doors 12.30pm, 1pm start Cost: 1 (prices of yesteryear)

Mansfield Golf Club

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Winter at Vicar water by

David Maunder

AWAKENING.

Nose to the rail, the child surveys the scene with enthralled gaze bewitched by sights and sounds,

scared, enraptured, and all things else between. Were never quite the same when life dumbfounds.

The music swells, the curtain rising high reveals another world of make-believe we all have occupied, wondering why

reality can so deceive. For now she needs her cuddly, soft toys more

and bedtime stories soothing her to sleep. Her future still awaits, time to explore

this glimpse of heaven she will forever keep. And though the path ahead lies straight and keen,

a beam of hope will light the way, unseen. Villia Bullock

Newstead Abbey, is set to host an episode of the popular BBC TV programme, Antiques Roadshow

The Sunday evening staple will be filmed at the ancestral home of Romantic poet Lord Byron on Thursday June 14, for broadcast at a later date.

The abbeys staff hope that its television appearance will give the Nottingham City Council-owned venue a huge publicity-boost that will encourage more people to visit.

Presented by well-known newsreader Fiona Bruce, Antiques Roadshow is one of the longest-standing programmes on TV and regularly attracts audiences that place it in the top 20 of the countrys most-watched shows.

Thousands of visitors queue up to get their family heirlooms, jumble-sale bargains and quirky keepsakes valued by the programmes team of antiques experts.

And some of the historically-important artefacts at Newstead are also bound to be discussed during filming.

Details of the times of the filming will be announced soon. It will be free to attend and visitors do not need to book in advance, although car-parking for the day will cost 5.

Newstead Abbey will be asking for volunteers to help marshal the event, assisting visitors to find their way to the different areas.

Anyone interested in this can contact Penny on 01623 455913 or e-mail enny.beniston@nottinghamcity.gov.uk

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Useful Contacts

Mansfield District Council 01623 463463

Ashfield District Council 01623 450 000

Nottinghamshire C. C. 01159 823823

Nottinghamshire Police 01623 420 999

Non emergency number 101

Crimestoppers 0800 555 111

Community First Responders 01623 796 295

Nottinghamshire County NHS 01159 691 300

Mansfield Citizens Advice 01623 651 177

Job Centre Plus 01159 793 638

Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service 01159 670 880

Severn Trent Water 0800 783 4444

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