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5ManufactureAs a result of requests from local schools acouple of years ago, we started making heavydutybenches and tables for school playgroundsand outside areas - demonstrating to thenext generation that it is possible to designand make useful items from so-called wastematerial. Since then our commissions fromprivate individuals, community organisations,local authorities and major companies haveincluded shelving units, planters, arches andpergolas, fencing, gates and doors, tables,bird-houses and many other items which wehave made to our own designs or to those ofour customers.VolunteersOver the past four years, TRiM has providedplaces for 37 registered placements andvolunteers, each working varying amounts oftime, according to their circumstances. Weare always ready to work with new volunteersand provide training where necessary in allaspects of timber collection, the recognition ofre-usable wood and how to make it into usefuland interesting items. Although we often gohome tired, it is always with the feeling that wehave done something useful for the people ofManchester and the environment as a whole.NickTRIMUnit 7, Chatsworth MillWilliams Road, GortonM18 7AH0161 223 4400info@timberrecycling.orgwww.timberrecycling.orgDownload the latest issue at www.communityindex.co.uk

6Juicy June in the GardenEveryone loves a summer garden; go onadmit it, the smell of cut grass makes yousmile. Well, if you’re still in denial, I knowwho is happy, those garden pests. Yep it’s thattime of year when they are out in force andwhy not? Everything’s looking so juicy.June is a good month for plants, I say leavework on time once in a while (I’m trying tostart a revolution here) and catch the last fewhours of sunshine in your garden, yard, balconyor whatever space you have.“It’s all in the name of positive mental healthand wellbeing making me a happier worker”, Itell my boss. Well OK, I am the boss, but youmight have guessed, gardens make me happy.I try to work in mine as much as possible;whether shuffling paper, sending emails orsetting up my design board on the grass. I stillneed to take breaks however, this is my time tostretch the legs and survey my land.OK it is only a 30 second stroll round the grassand a quick look at the plants, but as greenis the most balanced colour in the spectrum Ifeel very calm when I get back to the drawingboard.If you have managed to get into your spaceand are listening to the rustle of tree leavesor maybe finishing off a day’s work, you couldthrow in a few quick pest patrols.I know pests play a good part in a garden’secosystem and you’ll never get them all, butremoving a few here and there to ensure youenjoy the juicy garden too can only be a win-win situation.Don’t forget indoor plants too. If you keep basilor mint on the kitchen window ledge, keep acheck for aphids on the underside of leaves.This tactic applies to a lot of plants as thoseaphids get everywhere. Try growing marigoldsas these attract ladybirds, who like aphids alot. Also encouraging blue tits (insect eatingbirds) can reduce aphids, so set up a few birdboxes.Later on in the evening, look out for the littlegrey slugs, as these are the little blightersthat do the most damage to those Lupins andHostas.If you’re buying new plants look carefully underthe leaves for any pest. Make sure they’re notpot bound with lots of roots coming throughat the bottom and check that the leaves lookhealthy.If you’re feeling inspired here’s a nifty websitewith lots more advice:www.gardenadvice.co.uk.Are you feeling summery yet?Paula Revill0161 881 9855paula@gardens123.co.ukwww.gardens123.co.ukDownload the latest issue at www.communityindex.co.uk

10We All Need Good NeighboursChorlton Good Neighbours Care Grouphas been helping people in the Chorltonand Whalley Range area since 1967.Volunteers, together with a couple of parttime paid workers, offer practical supportand friendship to local older people, who areisolated, or who may be unable to get out ontheir own.Volunteers offer their time to transportpeople to local health centres, hospitals andsurgeries, as well as carry out small DIY jobs,prescription collection and one off shopping.Other services include visitingand befriending, wheelchairpushing and monthly SundayTeas. During the week,older people can join inwith exercise classes andthe Thursday coffee/craft morning.The Group is a registeredcharity and is funded byManchester City Council.It has strong links with allthe localChurchesa n dstatutory agencies and is an invaluable assetto the local community.“Many of the tasks we carry out can seemquite small, but are in fact a big worry forolder people on their own” says Co-ordinatorHelen Hibberd. “Good Neighbours is fortunateto have volunteers that are able to go andchange a light bulb, bring a bed downstairs forsomeone coming out of hospital, or do someshopping for a person who is unwell and thiscan make a difference to people’s lives”.Having a group like Good Neighbours in thelocality offers reassurance to manypeople on their own, and is asource of friendship and fun aswell as practical help. Manyof the volunteers get as muchenjoyment and satisfaction fromtheir involvement as the serviceusers.In 2003 the Group was chosen towin the Queens Golden JubileeAward for its services to the local

Nick Page07887 902982www.fe26.co.uk13Fe 26Sculpture from SalvageVisit my website to see more of what I do.Female Plumber in ManchesterHonest and reliableCompetitive rateNo job too smallFree quotationsCall Suzanne on 07989 302410O’Brien Payroll & Accounting ServicesNew start up, small & medium size business specialists7 days a week• Bookkeeping & VAT• Payroll PAYE NIC & CIS• Accounts & Taxation• SAGE Accts Club Member• Competitive RatesMob: 07951 256510Tel: 0845 639 6883Download the latest issue at www.communityindex.co.ukenquiries@obrienomahony.com1 Sibson Rd, Chorlton, M21 9RH1 Grosvenor Rd, Urmston, M41 5AG

15BISH BASH BOSH for Burma!BISH BASH BOSHAuthentic fresh Thai food with high qualitylocal ingredients. First Monday of everymonth at The Nook bar in Chorlton.BISH A side or starter sized dish. Perhapssomething you wouldn’t normally try.Tempting and tasty using high quality standardingredientsBASH A classic Thai dish. Filling and beautifulusing high quality standard ingredients.BOSH (POSH!) Indulgent luxury meal with topend meat or fish.Here at BBB headquarters we are very upsetby the terrible events in Burma. We feel itwould be inappropriate to ignore the fact thatThailand’s neighbour is in such dire straitswhilst we indulge on the regions’ cuisine.Therefore BISH BASH BOSH 3 will be a charityspecial with all profits going to the DisasterEmergency Committee. The lovely folk at TheNook have also agreed to make a donation.Because we buy in bulk and get wholesaleprices we can feed you for cheaper than youfeed yourself so you can come and enjoy andgive!MENU FOR 2ND JUNE 2008 Thai Curry ClassicsCharity Special - Yellow Curry, Green Curry,Red CurryVeg £6 Chicken £9Charlie BrennanMonday 2nd June 5-10pm at The Nookopposite Morrisons in Chorlton.Please book with numbers so we canget the right amount of food. Ring0161-882-0700 between 5 and 10pm.Community Indexis a monthly magazineIt’s delivered to different areas inChorlton & Whalley Range each month.So, if this copy came through yourletterbox it will be a few months beforeyou receive another.If you’d like to read Community IndexEVERY month just email:list@communityindex.co.ukand we’ll send you a link to themagazine online.You can also download the magazine atwww.communityindex.co.ukPlease mention Community Index when responding to adverts

16The Lonely Arts ClubIf you ever feel you would like to get morecreative and yet, never quite seem to get thetime, then The Lonely Arts Club may be rightup your street.On the first Sunday of each month, The LonelyArts Club sets off from Manchester City Centrewith a coach full of like-minded individualslooking for a good view followed by a goodcountry pub for our creative efforts. Theday allows people freedom to be creative inwhatever way they wish and a chance to meetnew people with the same intention. All agesand creative abilities are welcome.The Lonely Arts Club was set up by two formerWhalley Range residents, Sophie and Jenny,who met eight years ago while studying InteriorDesign at Manchester Metropolitan University.“We have always been attracted to the greenerparts of Manchester and have found ManchesterCity Centre to be distinctly lacking in green,open space. This was a big motivation in settingup The Lonely Arts Club. Also, we have friendsthat work in the creative industries yet still feelcreatively unfulfilled so, we set up The LonelyArts Club to combine socializing, country airand getting creative into one event”.On the day, there will be a local artist on handto give their personal input and offer adviceto those who are interested. Also, anyonewho would like to join in with a communal artproject can contribute to a piece of art whichwill be left in the given destination for futurewalkers to stumble upon. The Lonely Arts Clubwill provide basic art materials and a picnicstyle afternoon tea as a reward for all ourcreative efforts.To advertise call Lesley: 0787 589 5604 lesley@communityindex.co.uk

17To finish the day we will head to the local pubfor a well deserved pint and Sunday dinnerbefore heading back into Manchester for 6pm.“We are really excited about our first ventureon the 1st June and have had a great responseso far”.Sophie & JennyPlaces are booking up and there arestill a few seats left on the bus so ifyou would like to join us or to find outmore, take a look at the website:www.thelonelyartsclub.co.ukinfo@thelonelyartsclub.co.ukDownload the latest issue at www.communityindex.co.uk

18stuartjameshairdressing0161 8618880award winning salonSUCCESS AGAIN!For the 2nd year running Stuartjames Hairdressing have won throughto the regional final of the prestigious international Wella TrendvisionAward to be held at the fabulous Hilton Hotel in Manchester on 27thMay. Success will mean progression to the UK final, where in 2007Stuartjames won 2nd place.Best of luck to Stuart Horton & Victoria Irvine!460a wilbraham rd m21 • www.stuartjameshairdressing.co.uk • 881 1717do you want to tone up improve posture strengthen sculpt...www.energyflowfitness.co.uknew dates for beginners workshops andmaster classes! see website for detailsSt. Clements Church Hall, Edge Lane, ChorltonMonday 6.30 - 7.30pm, 7:45 - 8:45pm - All LevelWednesday 1.30 -2.30pm - All LevelsPILATESCLASSESSt. Johns School Sports Hall (Behind The School)Chepstow Rd., off Longford Rd, ChorltonThursday 7.00 - 8.00pm - IntermediateThursday 8:15 - 9:15pm - Beginnersfor more info call Sarah on 0777 619 6504or visit www.energyflowfitness.co.uk...gain energy look and feel better relax and unwind?Please mention Community Index when responding to adverts

19CounsellingA warm, empathic & sincere service for:Anxiety, Stress, Self-Esteem, Isolation,Relationships, Addictions, Loss, Sexuality, Fear,Depression, Self harm, Suicidal feelings &Personal Development.Practicing ethically and professionallywithin the British Association for Counselling &Psychotherapy’s ethical framework.Free 20 min ConsultationChris Rudyard MBACPDiploma in CounsellingTel: 07757 437 599email: chris.rudyard@gmail.comPlease leave your name & number, and I will return your call.Please state whether it is okay to leave a message with you.Over the RainbowVegetarian Guest HouseCardigan BayTraditional Stained Glassand Leaded LightsSecluded Georgian Mansion,three miles from Cardigan Bay.Ideal venue for group holidays,residential courses & workshops.Licensed for Civil Ceremonies.info@overtherainbowwales.co.uk01239 811 155www.overtherainbowwales.co.ukWomen’s BellyDancing Weekend July 18-20Design, manufacture andrestoration serviceDomestic and Commercialwork undertakenA range of Studio Glass alsoon sale in our showroomEstablished 1981Tel:0161 443 4127email: kyranhall@ntlworld.comwww.kyranhallartglass.co.ukTo advertise call Lesley: 0787 589 5604 lesley@communityindex.co.uk

20Beginner’s Guide to the Chorlton Players“Not so much a drama group, more a wayof life”. The tagline that accompanies theChorlton Players is by far and away a grossunderstatement. To me, this amateur dramaticgroup means (in no particular order) friends,laughter, late night gin and tonics, karaokeand curry. And all this before anyone evenremembers to open up a script.The best thing about the CPs is the utter lackof pretentiousness that surrounds it. There areno drama queens, wanna-be starlets or broodymoody types. There is an unreserved air of,‘acting is fun, so let it be fun and, gosh darnit, let’s have a pint while we’re at it!’ They’re araggedy band of mechanicals, youngest being19 and the oldest - well it’d be indiscreet of meto say, but it’s a fine old mixture of age, gender,sexuality, profession and background. Witharound 30 active members and counting, themore is definitely the merrier!But now for the details: the CPs have beenperforming since 1969 and put on around4 productions a year in the parish hall of StWerburgh’s Church. Comedies tend to rulesupreme, with past productions including theworks of Alan Ayckbourn, Noël Coward andWoody Allen. A panto and a sketch show arealso annual occurrences - rehearsals for thisyear’s Hot Pot sketch show are currently inmotion (Hot Pot is so called because we dish outfree food at the interval, although this year we’vediverted our culinary skills into chilli. Apologisesin advance).The CPs aren’t for actors alone (thank heckfor that), budding set builders, technicians,decorators, and general odd-bodies are allwelcome. So if you fancy joining up, come alongto one of our meetings. They’re held everyMonday and Wednesday, from 8pm, in theSpread Eagle pub on Wilbraham Road. To findout more go to our website, where you can alsosend us an email.Liz WalmsleyMembership is £26 a year.www.chorltonplayers.comDownload the latest issue at www.communityindex.co.uk

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22Italian - Mediterraneanwww.mezzalunachorlton.co.uk613 - 615 Wilbraham Rd, Chorlton, M21 9ANA stylish modern Italian - Mediterranean restaurant in ChorltonMezzaluna blends modern contemporary design with a familyfriendly atmosphere.Special Offers:• 3 Course Special Menu £9.95• Midweek (Mon - Thurs) special offers for parties of 8 or more• 10% discount on Take-Away orders• Children’s set menu £4.95Please visit our website for further details of these offersFREE Glass of Wine with your Main Mealon production of this advert in June 2008 (Monday - Thursday evening only)A welcoming and friendly Nail & Beauty Studioat the heart of Chorlton Village offering:* Fully Sculptured Acrylic Nails* Waxing/Tinting/Lash Extentions* Facials/Pedicures/Massage* St Tropez Tanning & Products* Karin Herzog Treatments & Products(www.karinherzog.co.uk)* Male Grooming* Mid week offers* Botox & Teeth Whitening Clinics& much, much more400 Barlow Moor RoadChorltonManchester, M21 8AD0161 861 8889pop in or text ‘price list’along with your details to07517 177 902Bring along this Ad for 10% DiscountTo advertise call Lesley: 0787 589 5604 lesley@communityindex.co.uk

23Useful NumbersCouncilManchester City Councilwww.manchester.gov.uk234 5000Environment on Call954 9000(Refuse, recycling, street cleaning andmaintenance) contact@manchester.gov.ukChorlton Library 881 3179Chorlton Leisure Centre 861 0790Local Councillors - ChorltonPaul AnkersDrop in Sat 11-12Manchester Rd Methodist Churchcllr.p.ankers@manchester.gov.ukSheila Newmancllr.s.newman.manchester.gov.ukVal Stevenscllr.v.stevens@manchester.gov.ukDrop in 10.30 - 11.30Chorlton LibraryLocal Councillors - Whalley RangeFaraz BhattiDrop in Thurs 6-7Manley Park Community Play CentreYork Avecllr.f.bhatti@manchester.gov.ukMary Watson1st Sat of the month 11-12English Martyrs Alexandra Rd SouthLast Sat of the month 11-12Body Positive North West 39 Russell Rdcllr.m.watson@manchester.gov.ukJohn GrantSat 10-11Manley Park Community Play CentreYork Avecllr.j.grant@manchester.gov.ukAllotments Managers.roberts2@manchester.gov.ukServices861 7035881 9641881 3038861 0202860 5523881 9446226 3322Citizens Advice Bureau 0870 126 4094Gas Emergency Service 0800 111 999GMPTE Bus, Train & Tram information 0870 6082 608Mersey Valley Countryside Warden905 1100ServiceNational Rail Enquiries 0845 7484 950NHS Direct0845 4647www.nhsdirect.nhs.ukPolice - non emergency 872 5050Samaritans236 8000www.samaritans.orgSurestart 0870 000 2288Community Organisations/EventsAction for Sustainable Livinginfo@afsl.org.ukBrazilian Dancing (Forro)Friday June 6th & 27th The Lounge 8pmEntrance £5 - call JuliaChorlton Anxiety Group6.30-8.30pm every TuesdayChorlton Conservative ClubChorlton Depression Group7-9pm every MondayChorlton Methodist ChurchChorlton Film Institutelargedoor1@hotmail.co.ukhttp://chorltonfi.pbwiki.comChorlton Folk ClubMeets weekly Thurs 9pmEllesmere Rd Cricket ClubChorlton Good Neighboursgoodneighbours@btconnect.comFriends of Chorlton Greenhttp://friends.chorltongreen.orgfriends@chorltongreen.org277 037707834 465 577232 7312232 7312881 292507092 898 721Friends of Chorlton Meadows 881 6276Keep Chorlton Interestingkeepchorltoninteresting@gmail.comLGBT Parents Groupmatt.roberts@manchester.nhs.ukMeets every 4th Saturday of the month2.15-4.15 Alexandra Park Play Centre636 750707970 298 559Oxfam Chorlton 861 0108Rainbow Families07903 397 108Lesbian parents group - meets monthlydrop in & activitiesEducationChorlton Park Adult Education 254 7421Chorlton Workshop861 0311www.chowo.co.ukWhalley Range Adult Education Centre 861 9727Is there a number you think should appearin this list?Please email:lesley@communityindex.co.ukDownload the latest issue at www.communityindex.co.uk

24Business IndexAccountancy ServicesO’Brien accounting & Payroll Services 13ArtNick Page - Fe 26 13BeautyFunki Inc 22Stuart James Hairdressing 18Cafes & RestaurantsCilantro 3Mezzaluna 22Camping EquipmentModern Army Stores 2Cat CareTop Cat Services 14Computer RepairsUnitech Computers 19CounsellingChris Rudyard 19Dog WalkingAlpha Dog Walking 14Fashion & LifestyleVintage Vogue 15Violette 3FloorsEco-Floors 8Pete Byrneinside front coverGardeningGarden Angels 14Pete’s Plants & Gardening Services 12Guest HouseOver the Rainbow 19Handymen & WomenHandy Angels 8Health & FitnessEnergyflow Fitness 18Estate & Letting AgentsBelvoirback coverPainting & DecoratingChorlton Trade Paints 9Handy Angels 8Pete Byrneinside front coverNina West 9PharmacistsRange Pharmacy 12PhotographerAndrew Wood 7PlumbersSelect Plumbing & Heating 8Suzanne - female Plumber 13PrintersG4 Printinginside back coverRooferM Duffin 8Stained GlassKyran Hall 19Therapy & HealingChris Rudyard 19Matt Valentine 3Download the latest issue at www.communityindex.co.uk