Long Eaton News
06/02/2010: The Long Eaton & District Branch of the Parkinsons Disease Society meets between 2:00pm and 4:00pm twice every month with a branch meeting held on the last Thursday and a less formal 'social' meeting on the second Thursday. Meetings of this branch of the registered charity take place at the Sandiacre & District Conservative Club, Moorfield Crescent, Sandiacre, this being a cul-de-sac off Woodside Road. A large car park is available, and transport can be provided if required by calling Frank Kirk on 0115 973 3579, allowing four days to arrange. The Branch offers companionship, comfort and support to those with Parkinsons and their carers.
05/02/2010: Residents of the Long Eaton area who are struggling with issues such as debt and bankruptcy are to be helped after a local charity extended coverage into the area. Citizens Advice Bureau, based in South Street, Ilkeston, has now opened an outreach office at Dovedale Primary School,
05/02/2010: Long Eaton & District Art Club is seeking new members to join them at regular meetings and other activities. The club meets every Wednesday evening at Christ Church Methodist Church, Derby Road in Long Eaton. Admission to each session costs £1.50 with an additional annual membership of £15.00. Membership is open to anyone aged 16 or over. To find out more information, contact Mike Harrop on 0115 9727909 or visit www.ledac.org.uk.
05/02/2010: Long Eaton Natural History Society is appealing for new members to help with conservation in the area, and efforts to prevent developments deemed to be detrimental to local interests. The group keeps records of flora and fauna as well as retaining a record of knowledge of natural history. Meetings are held in the social activities annexe of Long Eaton Library, Broad Street, on Mondays, once a fortnight on Mondays starting at 7:15pm. To join, call Alan Heath on 0115 973 3766.
05/02/2010: Long Eaton Healing Rooms are a Christian charity meeting every Wednesday from 6pm - 9pm. You don't need to make an appointment and there is no charge for joining them. Why not drop by and register at the reception desk - their friendly and confidential staff are available to help you. Long Eaton Healing Rooms, Bourne House, Derby Road, Long Eaton. Telephone 0115 9460463 or email: longeatonhrms@yahoo.co.uk.
05/02/2010: The Long Eaton Camera Club meets every Monday at the Sawley WI on Wilne Lane, Sawley, Long Eaton from 7.30pm until 10.00. For more information ring Roy on 0115 972 8697, or visit the web site www.longeatoncameraclub.com for details and the programme of events. Beginners are welcome as are those with more experience. If you are interested come along and give it a try