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Hello and welcome to the fourth edition of Amber
Valley Voice. Before we jump head first into a new
year, I would like to thank all the people that have
helped and supported us so far, from the advertisers,
to the people who help us deliver (you know who
you are!) and of course, to the people who read the
voice and provide feedback. Your support is greatly
appreciated and long may it continue!!!
This edition highlights the events that are taking place over the Christmas holidays and if
you wanted to see the panto ‘Aladdin’, you are in luck…..there are 3 locations and versions
to chose from!!
As it is the party season, why not book your Christmas travel with AB Shuttle and get Jo at
Amber Child Minding to look after the little ones whilst you let your hair
down (which has been perfectly coiffured at Peaches!)
We have also continued to promote the ever popular Derbyshire County
Councils Trusted Trader Scheme, accompanied by local Trusted Trader
Companies who can help us all make those long awaited improvements
to our homes and gardens.
All dog owners should check out the cracking dog food available at Seals Fodder Room on
page 19, I will be at that price!!!Other things to look out for as always include the meat of
the month, which goes without saying...Turkey, on
page 14! Don’t forget to order your bird from Ow-
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Finally, if the partying takes its toll and you are
full of turkey and chocolate and can’t fit in your
new clothes anymore, it might be time to make the
resolution to check out Amber Valley Train-
ing…...worth a thought on page 21.
See you in 2011
Emily
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