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Really Local - Really Useful - Really Leeds

Alwoodley, Chapel Allerton & Moortown

alwoodley singers Page 30

moortown lights switch on Page 20

It’s Panto Time at Leeds City Varieties!

Jazz in chapel-a Page 18

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The really Useful guide see page 38

SEARCH FOR SID Local win 200 QUID!! Matters INFO ON page 3

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Covered T: 01132 745639 Covered Magazine Butonia House Clayton Wood Close Leeds LS16 6QE

Editor

Chris Barnham 01132 745639 chris@covered-magazine.net

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Design

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Contributors

Judith Dunn Ivor Hughes Eric Wells

This magazine is changing!

Expect more hyper-local news, views and features in the coming months.

WHAT WOULD YOU like to see in your local magazine?

Tell us by emailing: info@covered-magazine.net Disclaimer The opinions expressed in Covered do not necessarily reflect those of the editor, publisher or their agents. Whilst every reasonable care is taken to ensure the accuracy of information included within this publication, the publisher takes no responsibility for errors or omissions in Covered.

The content of Covered is not to be reproduced in any form without permission of the publisher. This magazine has been printed on materials from sustainable sources.

Please pass to a friend, recycle or compost after reading.

Visit: www.recyclenow.com to find your nearest recycling site.

Covered december 2013 Contents

04 local matters 08 Councillors’ comments 12 garden guru 36 Fashion, Hair & Beauty 38 Local clubs and societies 46 Advertising Directory Competition

SID’S ON THE SLITHER AND WE WANT HIM BACK! Find Sid hiding in one of the adverts in Covered and you could win £200!

Simply tell us which advert Sid’s hiding in, along with your name and contact details and we will put all correct entrants into a draw for £200. Closing date 20/12/13.

The editor’s decision is final.

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or email: info@covered-magazine.net (We will only accept entries via email or post) last month’s ‘find sid’ Answer: Bardsey Tree Services Winner: Michelle Holmes, Morwick Grove LS15 last month’s new year’s eve party tickets winner: Martine Sanders Birkdale Drive LS17 Prizes must be claimed by 20/12/13. Winners agree to details being published in Covered. The Editor’s decision is final. No correspondence will be entered into.

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Really Useful Guide Hello and welcome to Covered – the new name for The Really Useful Guide.

your community by nominating organisations we should offer free publicity to.

Thank you all for the positive comments you have made about the changes to your local magazine – we will continue to make improvements over the coming months and we welcome your suggestions for things you’d like to see included.

If you’re in need of a bit of extra cheer then enter our Search For Sid competition – we’ve bumped the prize up to £200 for this edition! See P3.

Busy, as ever, the Covered team have made no fewer than 40 visits to community events over the last month! That’s some going for an independent publisher like Covered. It is this commitment to the local community that sets us apart – we attend, support and report on community initiatives, groups, clubs and societies. Other publications copy and paste press releases and run stock photographs – from a reader perspective, where’s the interest in reading something third or fourth hand and most likely seen elsewhere? You can help us help

This is the last edition we will distribute before Christmas so I’d like to take the opportunity to wish all readers a happy and healthy close to the year. Our next edition will be with you in the second week of January.

The deadline for editorial submissions and advertising for the next edition is 20/12/13.

Until next month, have a wonderful festive break.

Chris Barnham Editor

Alwoodley Parish Council Alwoodley Parish Council arranged for a new finger post at Five Lane Ends to replace one that was removed many years ago. The post shows directions to local villages and Eccup Reservoir. Within a few days of the post being erected someone decided they didn't want everyone to know the way to the reservoir along Eccup Moor Road and they have carefully, but crudely blacked out the lettering on both sides of one of the five fingers.

Eccup Moor Road is a public road, although the actual road to the dam a mile further on is not a highway and, unless you have special permission, you can only walk, ride or cycle along it. West Yorkshire Police have been informed about the defacing of the sign.

Many of you have seen the tree lights on King Lane and we have had a lot of positive feedback already showing that the lights are proving to be very popular. They look stunning and we hope that next year we are able to have lights in other trees around the Parish.

Leeds City Council has given us permission to name the field at the junction of The Avenue and King Lane Alwoodley Village Green. This land is safe from development as it has five levels of protection including being a site of Ecological or Geological

The Newly Installed Finger Post

Importance and forming part of the Meanwood Valley Trail. The Parish Council is hoping to improve and enhance this area over the next few years.

Our application for the World War One Commemorative Flowerbed with sundial and bench to be situated on King Lane is now with LCC and we hope they will approve our plans.

Our next meetings will be on Monday 13th January – Planning Committee at 6.30 and Parish Council at 7.30.

We wish all residents an enjoyable festive season and a very happy 2014.

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It’s Panto Time at Leeds City Varieties!

This season Leeds City Variety Hall’s vehicle for their winning rock ‘n’ roll panto formula is Peter Rowe’s Jack and the Beanstalk. Running until Sunday 12 January 2014 with lots of audience interaction and heaps of corny gags, the show is also peppered with classic pop and soul hits from the sixties and beyond. The versatile actormusicians perform all numbers live on stage.

Dame Dolly Durden is played by Simon Nock, perhaps the most versatile. Simon’s CV includes numerous roles on the classical stage, in popular TV series and in cinema. A baritone singer, he also plays clarinet and saxophone. Simon is joined on stage by dancer, singer and multiinstrumental Joe Vetch (Jack) and mezzo-soprano and highly skilled trombonist Rachael Garnett (Jill). Interestingly, Rachael graduated in 2010 with a BA degree in “Actor Musicianship” and specialises in musical theatre. The audience can look forward to a quality performance.

The multi-talented Joe Vetch, Simon Nock and Rachael Garnett promise to have audiences rocking in the aisles at Leeds City Varieties’ Jack and the Beanstalk: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto – running until 12 January photo Ivor Hughes

The Good Old Days Last month in Covered Areas ABC (NW Leeds) we featured a subsidised food stall supporting the 1921 miners’ strike. This month we are looking back at the Leeds’ annual “Family Allowance Toy Fairs”, also known as “Christmas Toy Bonanzas”.

The picture shown was taken on 10 December 1982 at Wykebeck School, Gipton. A similar fair was sometimes held on the same day at the Henry Barran Centre nearby. People donated toys, sometimes second hand and sometimes from wholesalers, enabling local parents to buy toys for pennies rather than pounds (Family Allowance is an old name for Child Benefit).

Covered magazine would be delighted to publicise any in need of support.

The fairs appear short-lived, closing in the mid eighties. Why might that have been? Are there any equivalents these days, or won’t today’s kids settle for anything less than the latest sports kit or electronic gadgets? At this time of year, toy banks are almost as important as food banks. Indeed, the provision of one might relieve pressure on the other.

Do you have any old pictures you’d like to share?

Perhaps you’d like other readers to help you fill in some of the detail. Please confirm that the image is copyright free and let us know if you have any objection to it being forwarded to Leeds Library and Information Services for inclusion on their LEODIS website

A “toy bank” in Gipton in 1982. The initiative was short lived.

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Councillors Comments: Chapel Allerton The festive season is now upon us in Chapel Allerton and this was marked in style at the Chapel Allerton Christmas Lights Switch On last month.

We would like to thank everyone who came along to see us and Ronnie the Rhino turn on the lights, despite the bad weather. It did begin to snow towards the end of the night and there were plenty of exciting acts that performed on the night, including the Memphis Cruisers band and the Chapel Allerton and St Matthew’s Primary School Choirs, so we are sure everyone enjoyed themselves.

The turning on of the Christmas lights has marked the beginning of the festive period in Chapel Allerton, and we would like to wish everyone season’s greetings and all the best for the New Year.

to contact your Councillor please call:

Cllr Jane Dowson 07901 711111

Councillors Comments: Moortown We are proud to have been able to support this year’s Reclaim the Night. The organisers put on a fantastic march through the city to raise awareness of women’s rights and around 150 women took part. The event ended at Leeds Metropolitan University where there were stalls from groups including Women’s Health Matters and the Leeds Met Women’s Committee. The cake sale, badges and raffle raised £121.25 which was spilt between Women’s Health Matters and Reclaim the Night’s Christmas Present appeal for children refugees.

Reclaim the Night does a fantastic job promoting women’s rights throughout Leeds and we look forward to their future events.

We hope that everyone is enjoying the huge range of events and activities taking place across the city for the

to contact your Councillor please call:

Cllr Hamilton 07950 057877 0113 2474578 (Office) 0113 2495753 (Home) sharon.hamilton@leeds.gov.uk

There are lots of other events and activities taking place across the city for the Christmas period as part of the Winter Wonder Leeds programme such as the German Christmas Market and Totally Tropical Christmas at Tropical World.

For more information on what is going on throughout the festive period please visit www.leeds.gov.uk and click on the Winter Wonder Leeds link. *** Our surgeries will not be held during the Christmas period, but they will be back on in the New Year. If you would like our assistance with any local issue, you can speak to one of us via the details below.

Cllr Mohammed Rafique 07968 056722

Cllr Eileen Taylor 07513 179708

festive season as part of the Winter Wonder Leeds programme such as the German Christmas Market and Totally Tropical Christmas at Tropical World.

For more information on what is going on throughout the festive period please visit www.leeds.gov.uk and click on the Winter Wonder Leeds link.

We would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone in Moortown all the best for the festive season. We hope everyone has a great time and a Happy New Year.

There are lots of exciting events taking place next year, including a charity race night at Meanwood Working Men’s Club on 31st January, which will be a great evening for everyone.

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There are many ways to enjoy the garden over winter

Your roses should have finished flowering by now, so strip off all the old leaves and pick any off the ground which have already fallen. This will stop any blackspot and rust bacteria from overwintering in the soil, and infecting the new growth next year.

Inspect regularly your stored plants, dahlias, chrysanthemums, gladioli etc, treating any small signs of decay with sulphur powder, alternatively disposing of the item completely. Potatoes in store should be checked for signs of blight, disposing of any which show signs of dark patches, sunken areas and grey mould. Parsnips and leeks still in the ground should remain in good condition, and will taste sweeter after each frost.

If you are unfamiliar with the conditions for any plants received over Christmas, it is worth checking in a book or on Google. Cyclamen for example like it light and cool, where many other plants require normal room temperature and regular misting.

As you start to dream of spring and summer, start to make a list of your favourite seeds – including plants and shrubs – making a plan of how you would like to see your garden in the sun. The sowing season will be with us sooner than you think, so order early and keep them handy for when the day comes. This especially applies to vegetable seeds, were we will be sowing small quantities in two week batches to spread the harvest and avoid large unusable quantities.

Enjoy your Christmas, look forward to a wonderful New Year, and if you have any spare time on your hands – clean and sharpen all your garden tools.

JIM EARL THE GARDENER Est. 1991

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Readers’ Letters Star Letter Is Covered magazine a disappointment?

To the Editor I don’t often contact organisations but I was so disappointed when I received the latest edition of The Really Useful Guide to Alwoodley area that I had to express my opinion. I have used the advertisements in The Really Useful Guide on several occasions - and always looked forward to Councillor Harrand’s page because he is our local Councillor.

As often happens when organisations amalgamate the quality deteriorates. In this case there is so much information crammed into the available space that it becomes a mess.

The print is so small that I (and I have very good sight) cannot read it without a magnifying glass. Because several areas are covered much information is irrelevant - and Councillor Harrand has been squashed to bits.

I cannot believe how small the print is in order to include all the information you wish to impart - but I’m sure lots of people cannot easily read it. Readers lose interest with so much crammed information.

Incidentally I attend St Paul’s RC Church and the information is incorrect. You have 2 entries for St Paul’s Church in Alwoodley and actually they are both the same church.

So I bemoan the loss of The Really Useful Guide series of booklets and hope the Covered series does not try to include too much information.

Yours Mrs Eileen Ludlow

Editors Response Dear Mrs Ludlow Thank you for your letter. I am sorry to hear about your disappointment, though it gives me an opportunity to clarify some points and reemphasise others.

Covered magazine is committed to supporting local community activities and news with original content. It was already doing just that in the communities between Bramley and Adel, and out to Ilkley, before we extended to the communities along the ring road as far as Garforth. I hope you enjoyed our piece about Alwoodley art group in the last issue and Alwoodley singers in this one.

The increase to 90,000 copies, delivered as 15,000 in six areas, wasn’t without its problems. RUG and Covered each received multiple notices of some events and that is probably why there was duplicate reference to St Paul’s. Duplication of parish news is less likely to happen in future. Not only will it become easier to spot, we are moving away from publishing what is in effect the duplication of several existing parish newsletters.

Parishioners must already be aware of regular services and activities. Our intention is to focus on news or one-off events where the church is the community hub.

There will be similar changes to political columns. Covered magazine regularly reports, and often supports, individual town and city councillors’ and MPs’ work in the community.

Cllr Barry Anderson’s concerns about planning applications and Fabian Hamilton MP’s support of Oakwood Farmer’s Market and REAP are among many recent examples. Councillors

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I have noted your comments about print size but can’t make any promises. Though I am encouraged by your comment about the amount of information contained in the first edition for your area. The three new editions for the communities east of Adel are in fact relatively small in comparison with the three already established in the areas around Pudsey, Horsforth and Ilkley/Otley. Each of the three versions will grow in time, so readers can look forward to reading even more local news features. But we can’t do it without the help and interest of readers, which is why I’m pleased to congratulate you for your letter of the month.

Yours sincerely

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The sound was excellent and the atmosphere electric. Traffic and parking proved no problem.

Friends who’ve been to see Rod Stewart, Elton John and Cirque du Soleil have been equally enthusiastic about the Arena. We’re looking forward to Classical Spectacular.

Dave Atkins (By Email)

editor’s note Great plug for Leeds Arena Dave!

Do readers have similar or differing experiences? What’s the best venue in Leeds? What about local venues in your area – where would you recommend?

Where’s best avoided? Contact us at the usual address (see P3) or email: chris@covered-magazine.net

Chris Barnham, Editor

Dear Editor, I’d like to take this opportunity to comment on how successful I think the Leeds First Direct Arena has been so far. When it was suggested that it should be built in the centre of town, a number of doubts were expressed about the problems there would be with parking and traffic. It was thought that an out of town location would be a better option.

Well, I think having it as an integral part of the town centre works very well. I was lucky enough to attend the opening night, the Bruce Springsteen concert, and found it a thoroughly enjoyable experience. We parked away from the Arena, walked up into town for a drink before the concert and found our place inside easily. It’s on a relatively small site, so the accommodation has been achieved through height. Consequently you still feel quite near the stage, which meant we were actually able to see Bruce and the band, rather than looking at a screen as you have to in the big sports arenas.

Tell us what you think!

Share your views on any subject with other readers in your community. Let us know your gripes, tell us about great things in your corner of Leeds, point out areas for improvement or share your favorite memories of Leeds.

You might even start a debate!

Write to: The Editor, Covered Magazine, Butonia House, Clayton Wood Close LS16 6QE or email: chris@covered-magazine.net

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Allerton Grange Fields under a blanket of snow

Allerton Grange Fields, Moortown

Yorkshire In Bloom Community Fund award. If you would like to get involved in our activities which also include the creation of a Community Orchard and Edible Flowerbeds then please get in touch as we always welcome new volunteers”.

The Friends of Allerton Grange Fields is a friendly association of volunteers working with Leeds City Councils Parks & Countryside Service to protect, maintain and enhance the 2.5ha (6acre) Allerton Grange Fields off Talbot Avenue as public recreation grounds for the enjoyment of present and future generations. “Our community vision is for Allerton Grange Fields to become a green, pleasant and welcoming place for all at the heart of north Leeds!” said Charlotte Britton who is Chair of the Friends of Allerton Grange Fields.

To join Friends of Allerton Grange Fields visit the website www.friendsallertongrange.org Email foagf@outlook.com Phone or Text 07590510499

Over the last 18 months, the Friends have planted 10,000 daffodil and crocus bulbs along the central reservation on Lidgett Lane outside Moor Allerton Hall Primary School and the shops on Lidgett Lane Parade. This is in addition to 5,000 bulbs planted in autumn 2011 on the Lidgett Lane and Allerton Grange Avenue junction as part of the community led ‘Lidgett Lane Gateway’ initiative. The Friends hope that 15,000 bulbs along Lidgett Lane will help create a warm and welcoming gateway to Allerton Grange Fields this coming spring!

Charlotte said “It is great to see local residents come together and support the Friends over the last couple of years. We have even more exciting projects coming up in 2014 which includes installation of new welcome and interpretation board signs at the entrances to the fields, as well as the planting of new trees and hedgerows at Allerton Grange Fields following the recent success in securing the RHS-

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Seven Jazz Seven Jazz is an independent promoter of jazz and big band music. Based in Chapel Allerton, it was formed in 2007 and is run by five volunteers. This year they won Jazz Yorkshire’s “Jazz Club of the Year” – a remarkable achievement for an organisation that doesn’t have its own premises or the advantage of being in a city, town or even village centre.

The main Seven Jazz venue is Seven Arts at 31 Harrogate Road. They also use Inkwell Café at 31 Potternewton Lane. It was at Inkwell Café that our photographer caught up with organiser Steve Crocker and photographed the Standard Deviation Quartet. Seven Jazz has to use larger venues for their most popular concerts, particularly when featuring big bands such as the nineteen piece Ronnie Bottomley’s Jazz Orchestra. Internationally acclaimed singer Lee Gibson will be appearing with them on 12 December at Leeds Irish Centre on York Road.

Then back to Inkwell Café on Sunday afternoon 15 December for Festive Jazz, when a number of the club’s

A Seven Jazz Sunday afternoon concert in November at Inkwell Café - here the Standard Deviation Quartet

favourite artists will be making guest appearances. The following Sunday afternoon Dudley Nesbitt will be appearing with the five piece calypso jazz quartet Pan Jumby, this time at Seven Arts.

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Let there be light Moortown Community Group had the switching on of their Christmas lights planned very tidily indeed.

With a gazebo, Santa and a musician in attendance, sweets for the children and mulled wine and mince pies for the adults. But the skies misbehaved.

Strong winds with a mixture of heavy sleet and rain put paid to all but the refreshments – meanwhile causing flash floods from Moortown to the ring road. And the LCC lighting engineer was engaged elsewhere, so the lights were switched on remotely by a timer. It is testimony to MCG’s community spirit that they saw the brighter side.

Moortown Park Many of you will already know that Moortown is to have a park. It has been the wish of local residents for many years that the former Yorkshire Bank Sportsfield should be used for such a purpose and it is possible that work could begin in autumn 2014.

In an ideal world, the whole area would have been available for community use. However, the compromise solution is the outline planning permission, now approved by the Secretary of State, given to Scotfield for 29 houses. This includes a requirement to provide a park of 3.2 hectares on 78% of the area, which will then be adopted by Leeds City Council.

Moortown Community Group is involved in the discussions about the facilities in the park and details have yet to be finalised. They are likely to include: provision for Moortown Primary School, a wetland area (not a pond) to alleviate drainage problems, entrances from Shadwell Lane and

Allerton Grove/Lime Tree Avenue, play areas for children and toddlers and wildflower beds. The aim will be to create a pleasant, low maintenance family environment and to increase wildlife diversity.

Covered will provide regular up-dates as details become available, as will our website moortowncommunitygroup.org

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Fabian Hamilton MP The pain of our energy bills Recent price hikes by all the large energy companies are causing anguish and hardship at all levels of society. Some people fear a stark choice between paying for heat or paying for food. Lack of warmth or food in winter months is particularly damaging for elderly people. I am trying to steer clear of the high profile controversy on this issue that is centred around government green levies and the profits of the supply companies. This obscures the fact that there are things that might be done to alleviate the burden on stretched households.

As energy is a market driven industry we need to give greater power to customers. At present we are all stuck with not much of a choice between just

six major suppliers and the individual consumer's account carries no great weight. The answer is community bulk purchasing. It is not a new concept but it requires some leadership and I believe that local authorities are in the best position to do this.

Basically it would mean that householders would elect to buy their energy from the authority who, armed with the purchasing power of thousands of households, would have the clout to demand cheaper prices from the main suppliers. The local authorities would also be able to explore other sources of energy directly from solar panel owners, generation from refuse burning and even geothermal supplies.

In the Victorian era, it was local government that first brought us our public utility services of water, drainage, gas and electricity to the people. We need a revival of such social civic entrepreneurialism and the government legislation to make this possible.

Big is not always best.

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NEWS FROM SAFE HAVEN Sometimes in the Tempest there is a storm, sometimes there is every indication of a rising trouble which never actually materializes... so why worry when everything is in order and everything has a reason?

Let the One who knows do all the thinking for you and sit back and relax. If you venture forward into a mishap aren’t you the one who is to blame or are the sick and needy responsible for their own plight .

Whenever need arises someone has got out of bed on the wrong side and fallen at the first hurdle, only to find themselves ill prepared for what they are about to face. Heaven only knows who is to blame but the essence of Goodness has blessed the scene long before the event was even hatched all that time ago …..long long ago in a forest near you, dwelt a fierce wolf who never got on with anyone but himself… he found a way out though! He nestled under a

tree until the storm broke all around him and ventured out in disguise again, to outwit his followers.

To be mistaken for himself would’ve been an outrage so he chose to be someone else instead and defied gravity. If you pretend it’s not happening you’re well out of it, if you choose to be recognised for a farthing to a lost child then Heaven blesses you and yours forever.

Have a heart and help those around you by giving like never before, go against the tide of … who needs help anyway? They ARE out there … believe me!

Til next time…God Bless

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Covered Meetup – West Yorkshire Snappers Last summer, Covered magazine photographer Ivor Hughes took a wrong turn and found Leeds Mountain Bikers about to embark on their weekly run. He discovered that LMB is one of around 800 web based social activity groups in the Leeds area and decided to have a peep at some others.

Covered magazine is running this as a regular monthly feature. So, what better starting place than West Yorkshire Snappers – a group of around 200 keen amateurs meeting for monthly shoots and comparing notes afterward?

The group meets always at 11am on the first Sunday of the month. In November it was a wet Sunday, with only a dozen of the usual twenty or so making it to Ripley, near Harrogate. The idea to photograph the town hall, castle and surrounds was made all the more interesting by the Ripley Guy Fawkes ten mile road race. Plenty of action, colour and mud.

One Harrogate Harrier clearly pleased to see the finishing line

Three West Yorkshire Snappers photographing the finish of Ripley’s Guy Fawkes ten mile run; organiser Ken Clark (compact), Irina Arcas (SLR) and Mike Short (iPad).

Organiser Ken Clark told Covered; “WYS has been going two years. The emphasis is on originality and composition of images. We are dedicated very much to the amateur end of things. Some members use SLRs but others use compacts, iPads and even mobile phones. We’ve had a few professionals along but some have tried to dominate. That’s not what we’re about.”

It’s easy to find, and join, West Yorkshire Snappers on meetup.com – would your meetup group like to meet up with Covered magazine?

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Leeds Mencap Reaches Out to the Asian Community Sarbjit Kaur, the mother of a young son with learning difficulties, decided to do something to raise awareness among Asian communities by putting Leeds Mencap’s Me2 (mixed ability dance group) in touch with Leeds based SAA-uk Dance Academy (South Asian Arts) – she attends events at both organisations.

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The result of Sarbjit’s initiative was a joint venture on 9 November; A Slice of India held at TJ’s Social Club in Woodhouse, Leeds. There, the two dance groups put on a joint performance during the afternoon and evening’s non-stop fundraising celebration of Indian culture. The event also included music and dance workshops, henna artists, face painting, holistic therapies and a variety of food and craft stalls. Guests could also be photographed in front of the Taj Mahal, the evening being rounded off by guests dancing Bollywood style on the dance floor.

Leeds Mencap is an independent charity affiliated to Mencap UK and supports more than 300 families each week. Anyone wishing to support them or suggest other fundraising or awareness initiatives should contact Ruth Fawcett on 0113 2351331.

SAA-uk is a charitable arts foundation. They offer numerous weekly classes in South Asian arts, hold monthly classical concerts and organise three or four social events each year, often in conjunction with organisations representing people with special needs. Telephone 0113 244 5523.

Ben Frost DipPFS Ben Frost offers specialist advice in a wide range of areas including: • Retirement Planning • Investment Management • Inheritance, Capital Gains & Income Tax Planning

Tel: 0113 2588796 Really Indian Ltd and Amritsar Catering Company (both pictured here) and Raja’s restaurant offered a selection of Indian cuisine

Email: ben.frost@sjpp.co.uk Web: www.sjpp.co.uk/benfrost

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Leeds Photographic Society The Leeds Photographic Society had a busy November which included hosting the second round of the West Riding Inter-Club Colour Competition, as well as holding its own annual dinner, an evening which included the judging of two of the society's most prestigious events, the Robinson and Awmack Trophy competitions, both of which test a photographer's ability to produce images across a range of different genres.

Judge Michael Newton said the standard of images was very

Judge Michael Newton judging Tim Munsey's winning set of prints.

high throughout, but the welldeserved winner of the Awmack Trophy for projected images was Norman Robertson. Tim Munsey took victory in the Robinson Trophy print competition.

The society has over 100 members of all abilities who practice a wide range of photographic genres. It meets most Tuesdays at 7.30 pm. in

St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay, Leeds LS8 1JN. (Please note there are no meetings on 24th or 31st December) Please visit http://www.lps1852. co.uk/ for more details and you can also follow the Society on Facebook at http://www. facebook.com/lps1852 and Twitter @lps1852

Alwoodley Singers Alwoodley Singers is one of the dozen or more community clubs and groups centred at Alwoodley Community Hall in The Avenue, Leeds 17 – last month Covered magazine featured the art group. The singers rehearse each Thursday evening in the council room, at the rear of the building, between 7.45 and

Alwoodley Singers at their first rehearsal for their Christmas concert to be held on 14 December at Alwoodley Community Hall

9.45. The rehearsals are for their three annual concerts in spring, autumn and at Christmas.

When we visited in October, Alwoodley singers had just performed their autumn concert. So it was their first rehearsal evening for the Christmas concert, this year on 14 December.

Alwoodley Singers is always looking for new talent, particularly men as the male voice is presently under represented in the group. Anyone wishing to give it a go should contact Liz on 0113 2671304.

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Separating couples – choosing the right path for you and your family If you are considering ending a relationship and you are anxious about how this will impact upon you and your family it is important to be aware that there is a process which may assist you and your ex-partner in resolving issues surrounding children and finances other than through lengthy negotiations between your solicitors and expensive Court proceedings.

Family Mediation is a future focused process which enables you and your ex-partner to reach joint decisions about your

family’s future. Mediation allows you to talk openly to one another about your concerns, exploring what options are available and coming to a mutual decision as to what should happen to any property and finances and where children are concerned, making decisions which you consider to be in the best interests of your children. Mediation enables you to retain some control, as opposed to putting your future in the hands of a judge. In any event, before an individual can make an application to Court to resolve issues surrounding children or finances, that person must first of all go along to a mediation assessment appointment to see if their matter would be suitable for mediation.

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ex-partner sitting in a room with an impartial specially trained family mediator who can assist you to negotiate and reach a settlement in relation to your family issues. Upon reaching a settlement within mediation, you can take the joint decision to formalise the agreed proposals through solicitors.

Thanks to: Winston Solicitors LLP Orchard View 112 Street Lane Leeds LS8 2AL t: 0113 320 5000 w: www.winstonsolicitors.co.uk

Mediation is not a form of relationship counselling. The process involves you and your right through to experienced pros. They have created a range of mini stockings, complete with a sweet treat, plus mini knitted Christmas trees delightfully decorated with twinkling sequins. On sale for £2 each or three for £5 all the money raised from the sale will go directly to St Gemma’s Hospice. Feel free to pop into Winston Solicitors on Street Lane to get a great decoration for your tree and help St Gemma’s Hospice too.

(L-R) Karen Smith and Jessica Oliver

Knitting Club Raises Cash For St Gemma’s Following the success of the knitted Easter chick sale, the Winston Solicitors knitting club have been hard at work creating knitted Christmas decorations to raise money for St Gemma’s Hospice. The club meets once a week and ranges from novice knitters

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Meanwood Valley Urban Farm – a breath of fresh air Meanwood Valley Urban Farm is an amazing resource for the whole city. Established in 1980 to provide services to inner city communities, it began operating from two old caravans and now covers 24 acres. It is a working farm with a wide variety of animals, and a major centre for community and environmental work. Animals are central and the focus is on conservation and biodiversity. The farm has a successful breeding programme for endangered animals such as the Whitefaced Woodland sheep which originates in the hills around Yorkshire.

Farm policy is to plant native trees, such as English oak, alder, silver birch and field maple. To sustain them, there is regular hedge laying and coppicing.

The trees provide important habitat for birds, insects and bats, for both food and shelter. As much deadwood as possible is left to encourage small mammals such as hedgehogs and field mice and invertebrates such as worms, woodlice, slugs and beetles. Many wild creatures visit or live at the Farm. There are foxes, badgers, rabbits, small rodents and roe deer as well as many species of birds (finches, tits, robins, wagtails) and minibeasts (bugs, insects, frogs, newts) along with butterflies and bees.

Woolly creatures graze happily

A well-stocked shop has fruit and veg – and a range of interesting preserves

Natasha and Richard Hough run a cafĂŠ, open Tuesday-Sunday.

Here Natasha with helper Tom Cameron

Meanwood Valley Urban Farm has a great deal to offer schools and other youth groups. It has sheep, cows, pigs, goats, chickens and a variety of smaller animals as well as woodland, meadowland, a wildflower garden and three ponds. The EpiCentre and Farm offer many examples of sustainable development. The Farm offers a wide variety of half and full day projects, suitable for a range of abilities and ages. It also works in partnership with Leeds City Council Adult Social Care in providing a community care scheme where adults with learning disabilities receive training in gardening, literacy and numeracy.

From time to time there are volunteering opportunities at MVUF for those who would like to share their skills or knowledge and help staff with day-to-day duties on the Farm. The Garden, Education and Events Teams all welcome volunteers and there are one-off Action Events most months. For all details and information on room hire, corporate events, parties and so on, check the website mvuf.org.uk

Paul Cole Heating & Plumbing.

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General plumbing work.

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Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Email info@kbdecorators.co.uk Web www.kbdecorators.com

Artwork and picture frames as individual as you... www.headrowgallery.co.uk 588 Harrogate Road Alwoodley Leeds LS17 8DP info@headrowgallery.co.uk tel. 0113 2694244

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Go Glam!

This Is Chelsea, The Only Way Is Essex. If these programmes have taught us anything it’s that glamour is on-trend. Whilst the ladies of Chelsea might be more understated than the glamourpusses in Essex, the message is clear – Go Glam!

If you’re more akin to jeans and a jumper, don’t worry – here’s Covered’s 5 top tips for getting ahead in the glamour race.

1 Get a tan Orange is not a natural skin tone, nor is it particularly appealing so try and steer clear of budget methods for home application. Under the sun is of course the best place to get a natural tan (taking precautions such as skin block). If you can’t rely on a regular dose of sun or want an instant glow, visit an established salon for a spray tan or jump on a sunbed. Salon’s will offer a range of advice and should have your safety in mind too.

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2 Put some bounce in your hair ‘flat’ or ‘lifeless’ are not positive words when it comes to glamour. ‘Volume’ and ‘shape’ are. And the good news is- back combing your hair is back on the menu! Blow dry your hair upside down, add loadsa hairspray and pin up appropaitely for a mane worthy of Farrah Fawcett! – or Cheryl Cole- depending on your genaration…

3 Paint your lips Remember the bluish tinge your lips took on during the long winter months? Well no more pale mouths! Paint your lips using this seasons brightest colours, whether that be scarlet, apricot, fuscia or wine, don’t forget a slick of moisturisng colour when stepping out of the house this Summer.

4 Don’t forget your fingertips We are all guilty of neglecting our nails, but remember they say a lot about our general health (brittle, dry with white spots anyone?)

Lets treat our nails with a bit of respect and give them centre stage for once. Bright nail polish gives a playful, fun and lighthearted twist to your outfit and should be considered a must have accessory!

LUSCIOUS Have a Shellac manicure & get a Shellac pedicure 1/2 price, all for £34.50.

For an extra £10 add a Spray Tan. (Only with this magazine) Luscious Salon 139 Stainbeck lane LS7 2EB Tel 0113 3187442

5 Please yourself!

Ditch the pastels and earthy tones. Cast out neutrals and show the world your confident side!

There’s nothing wrong with wearing a beautiful, understated blouse, or perfectly put togther trouser suit- but it doesn’t scream FUN! Step out of your comfort zone this Summer and dress to impress. Choose bright colours to reflect your mood, choose a flattering cut to make you feel good, and select those shoes that are just that extra inch higher than your everyday shoe, just to shake things up a bit.

If you’re still struggling for inspiration, bob in to an independant salon or boutique.

You’re far more likely to receive true customer service and genuine advice often lacking in the chain stores.

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ASSOCIATIONS, CLUBS, GROUPS & SOCIETIES

C.A.S.A. (Chapel Allerton Seniors’ Association)

Alwoodley Churches

C.A.T.S.

Alwoodley Community Association Hall Saturday 21st December, 11am-12noon.

Carol singing at the bottom of The Avenue, in aid of charities for the homeless. (Carol sheets provided) All welcome.

ALWOODLEY COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION,

The Avenue, Alwoodley, Leeds, LS17 7NZ. December 7th Carpet Bowls Coffee Morning-Lounge 10:30-12:00 December 7th Cocktail Evening with Michael Buble Tribute Act Hall: 8:00 pm December 8th Christingle Service – Hall: 4:00 pm December 13th Big Money QuizLounge:8:00 pm December 14th Singers Christmas Concert -Hall-Evening December 24th Social Club open December 31st Social Club open Enquiries: 0113 2671331

Bardsey Debating & Literary Society (est 1937) Bardsey Village Hall, Woodacre Lane, LS17 9DG Fortnightly meetings held on a Tuesday at 7.30pm. (September-April). Ladies & Gentlemen are invited to join this extremely friendly society. Varied programme & social events.

Enquiries: 0113 2862581 membership secretary OR 01937 573061 secretary

British Association for German Shepherd Dogs (BAGSD) Carr Road, Calverley LS28 5NE Sundays: 10am-10.45am (advanced handlers and dogs).

11am -11.45am (puppies, beginners and intermediate handlers and dogs).

Enquiries: Branch Secretary & Instructor John Hepworth – 07974 654402

CARA (Bringing Chapel Allerton Together)

Non-profit social community group running free events throughout the year and raising funds for local causes.

Members with discounts in local shops, restaurants and clubs. www. lovechapelallerton.com

Methodist Centre, Town St LS7 4NB Drop-In every Wednesday 2pm-4pm.

Come along to chat, meet new friends, play dominoes or cards. Enjoy free refreshments with regular piano music & bookstall.

Chapel Allerton Town Street Lunch Club (for older people.) The Methodist Centre, Town Street. LS7 4NB Tuesdays 12:15pm-1:45pm £4 Enquiries: Vivienne 0113 268 2513 or Jenny 0113 266 1502.

Chapel Allerton Alliance For Green Socialism

Chapel Allerton School, 21 Harrogate Road, LS7 3PD 1st Tuesday each month (except school holidays) 7.30pm Speakers, political discussion, campaigning.

Enquiries: Mike 07811 384888

Grandparents Drop-In

Chapeltown Children’s Centre, 62 Leopold Street, LS7 4AW Tuesdays 12-2pm. Meet other grandparents living in Chapeltown, relax, chat & take part in activities such as sewing, cooking & walks in the park Enquiries: Diane 07891 274100

Chapel Allerton Good Neighbours

Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre, Town St LS7 4NB Meet 1st Tuesday in the month 2pm to 3.30pm Enquiries: 0113 2663551 or chapelallertongn@wrvs.org.uk

Chapel Allerton Knitting Group

Chapel Allerton Library.

106 Harrogate Road LS7 4LZ First and third Tuesday of the month, 1pm-3pm Come and join us for an afternoon of knitting fun!

Enquiries: 0113 214 5812

Chapel Pie WI

Chapel Allerton Tennis Club, Wensley Avenue, off Stainbeck Lane LS7 3QX Visitors to WI are welcome for just £3, full annual membership is £33 More info: chapelpiewi@gmail.com or www. chapelpiewi.com or find us on Facebook at Chapel Pie WI

Coffee & Cake

Stainbeck Church, Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP Every 4th Saturday 10.30am – noon Cake stall, Books, Fairtrade stall, Coffee & Chat. All welcome. www.stainbeck.urc.org.uk

Rooms For Hire

Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre, Town St LS7 4NB No smoking or alcohol permitted.

Enquiries: Rita 0113 2687777

Dosti (Friendship) Asian Women’s Support Groups.

SANGAT Group Mon 1 -3.30pm.

Carr Manor Childrens Centre, LS17 5DJ KHUSHI Group Weds 10-1.30pm

Chapeltown Childrens Centre, LS7 4AW

Health & employment advice, computers, English classes, mental wellbeing support.

Enquiries: Tayyibah 07929 465730 or Narinder 07956 464226 email: hello@ dostileeds.org.uk / www.dostileeds.org.uk

Leeds Elmete Probus Club

Leeds Seventeen, 17 Nursery Lane, Leeds LS17 7ED Meet the last Tuesday of each month.

Social activities for retired men from professional/business backgrounds.

Guest speakers, ad hoc outings etc.

Members from all over North Leeds.

Enquiries: 0113 2301559

Leeds Junior Chess Club

Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue LS17 7NZ Sundays 5.30– 7.30pm. Coaching for juniors, fun events & competitive.

Enquiries: John Hipshon 07772 780337 jr.hipshon@ntlworld.com/www. leedsjuniorchess.org.uk

Leeds Magical Association

Church Hall of St Johns C of E Church, Harrogate Rd, LS17 7BZ Local magic society meeting twice a month. Busy and varied programme.

New members welcome. Whether you're a full-time professional or just a keen amateur, a magic club has to be the best place to learn and share Magic Enquiries: leedsmagicalassociation@gmail.com www.leedsmagic.co.uk

Leeds Probus Club

St Matthew's Church Meeting Room, Wood Lane LS7 3QF Meeting on the second Thursday in the month 10:30 to noon For retired business/professional people. Social gatherings with speakers.

Enquiries: 0113 261 1282.

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Stainbeck United Reformed Church, Stainbeck Rd LS7 2PP Monday & Wednesday 11-1.30pm.

Friendship & exercise. Transport provided.

Volunteers welcome. £4 inc meal.

Enquiries: Avril 0113 2935847 or Angela 0113 2253766. www.stainbeckurc.org.uk

Community Café

Stainbeck Utd Reformed Church, Stainbeck Rd LS7 2PP Thursdays 11-2pm. Advice, wifi, books followed by Craft Club at 2-4pm www. stainbeckurc.org.uk

Northcall Over 55’s Club

53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Wednesdays 1pm-3pm Fun activities, quizzes, games, trips out, various speakers.

Enquiries:0113 2689993

Leeds IVC Social Events Club

Meals, pub nights, theatre/film/music, walks, badminton, book group, weekends away, holidays & more.

Mainly over 30s. Monthly new members’ night in North Leeds.

Details www.leedsivc.org.uk

North Leeds History Group

St Barnabas Busy Bs

Moor Allerton Library, Moor Allerton Centre, LS17 5NY Mondays 1pm -3pm Friendly informal group examining the history of Medieval Britain with many reflections also on the modern world.

Admission inc tea/coffee and biscuits for just £2 a week. New members welcome.

Enquiries: 0113 2256405

St Barnabas Church Hall, The View, Alwoodley LS17 7NA 3rd Wednesday of the month. Light lunch at 12.30.

Company, coffee, biscuits, conversation, various activities and a warm welcome.

Enquiries: 0113 2682591 or 0113 2268269

U3A Leeds

Sign Gym sessions for conversational Sign Language Leeds Society for Deaf & Blind People Centenary House, North Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS2 8JS Tuesday Evenings All abilities welcome – learn a new skill.

Relaxed atmosphere great fun!

Enquiries: Ben Williams 0113 2438328

A vibrant organisation for anyone no longer in full time work. Over 20 special interest groups & fortnightly talks.

Enquiries: 07552 448834 or www. u3aleeds.org.uk

Women's Group

Northcall, 53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Thursday mornings 9.30am -11.30am Enquiries: 0113 2689993

Room Hire

Stainbeck Community Hall, 162 Stainbeck Lane LS7 2EA Weekday availability for classes, adult education, pre-school or community groups. Full disabled access. Hire includes kitchen, tables and chairs. Storage available. Capacity 100 people.

Open 8.30-10pm and 8.30-9pm on Sunday.

Enquiries: 0113 393 0922

Accountancy Services

RELAX

Your Local Mobility Shop Is In Meanwood

A personal service for all your taxation and accounting requirements.

Self Assessment Annual Accounts Preparation Management Accounts General Accounting Matters

Maurice Swift MAAT

21 The Fairway, Alwoodley, Leeds, LS17 7QL

Tel 0113 2684705/ 0787 0596251 email: maurice.swift@btopenworld.com

From £599 • Servicing

• Batteries • Repairs

• Walking

Aids

• Incontinence

Products Hire • Book Your Free Stairlift Survey Here • Plus Many More Aids for In and Outdoors • Wheelchair

Phone: 0113 288 8880

177 Stonegate Road, Meanwood, Leeds LS6 4PU

Opening hours: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 3pm

MEANWOOD MOBILITY Email: sheila.bevons@btconnect.com www.meanwoodmobility.co.uk www.riseandreclinechairsleeds.co.uk

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Sports, Health & Wellbeing

Ladies Keep Fit

The Alwoodley Community Association.

The Avenue LS17 7NZ Tuesdays 7.45pm-9.15pm Gentle exercise to improve posture, increase flexibility & give you energy.

Enquiries: Judith White on0113 2611765 www.thefitnessleague.com

Leeds Tai Chi Academy Beginners Class

Alwoodley Tennis Club

Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, Alwoodley LS17 7NZ Mini & junior tennis coaching available from ages 4 to 16 in small groups in a friendly family atmosphere. All standards welcome.

Enquiries: Diane on 0113 267 5252 or 0771 258 4387

Moor Allerton Bowling Club

Stonegate Road LS17 6EL (opp Fire Station) Indoors Short Mast bowls now taking place. Every Wednesday, Friday & Sunday 1.30pm prompt. Experienced bowlers and beginners welcome.

Enquiries: Mavis Beeton 0113 2935367

Chapel Allerton Running Club Meeting Wednesdays at 6.30pm Chapel Allerton Tennis & Squash Club, Wensley Avenue, LS7 3QX

Chapel Allerton Tennis & Squash Club

Wensley Avenue, Stainbeck Lane, Chapel A LS7 3QX 16 tennis & 6 squash courts, gym, bar & restaurant.

Children welcome. Coaching available.

Enquiries: 0113 2266622 or visit www. chapel-a.co.uk

Kiai Karate (Shotokan)

Newbourne Methodist Hall. Upper Accommodation Rd. LS9 8JL. Wednesdays 6.30pm - 7.30pm Kobudo (Weapons Art) from 7:30pm.

Admission £3.50. 1st night free.

Chapel Allerton Primary School, LS7 3PD Mondays 7pm Enquiries: 07581 217074 milarepason@ hotmail.co.uk www.leedstaichiacademy.org

North East Leeds FC

Based in Chapel Allerton & Moortown FA Charter Standard Development Football Club. Coaches FA qualified, CRB checked, First Aid & Safeguarding Children cert’s. 14 teams from under 8sunder 15s + 2 ‘open age’ teams.

Enquiries: Steve Waide 07824 661329 or northeastleedsfc@hotmail.co.uk More info see www.nelfc.co.uk

Post Natal Yoga

The Yoga Space, 378 Meanwood Rd, LS7 2JF Wednesdays 11am-12noon Yoga postures & movements, breathing & short flow sequences for all whose babies are 6- 16 weeks old. Babies welcome!

Enquiries: 0113 2888667 or www. theyogaspace.co.uk

Run Leeds @ Alwoodley

Old Leodensians Rugby Club (off King Lane) LS17 5PR Tuesdays 6pm 1st session free. Additional Tuesday group at 7pm, for intermediate runners - around 35mins or under for 5k.

Enquiries: Kathy@valleystriders.org.uk

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Scott Hall Badminton Club

Scott Hall Leisure Centre, LS7 3DT (corner Scott Hall Rd & Potternewton Lane) Mondays from 8pm -10pm

The Friday Night Football Club A veteran's club playing mildly competitive social football on the new 3G pitch at Carnegie, Headingley. Players range in age from mid-20s to mid-60s and abilities from fair to middling.

Enquiries: adam.john.lowe@ntlworld.com

HGM ELECTRICAL SERVICES All Aspects of Domestic Work Undertaken New Installations • Rewires • Extra Sockets

GREEN FINGERS Friends of Allerton Grange Fields A friendly association of volunteers working to maintain and enhance the six acre Allerton Grange Fields off Talbot Avenue in Moortown. New volunteers are always very welcome to come and join our events and activities.

Enquiries: foagf@outlook.com phone or text 07590510499. Visit our website www.friendsallertongrange.org or Find Us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ friendsofallertongrangefields

Leeds Horticultural Society

St Chad’s Hall, Otley Road LS16 5JT First Tuesday of the month A variety of interesting speakers – always a friendly relaxed evening with tea/coffee/biscuits.

Enquiries: Pat 0113 2250030 or www. leedshs.org.uk

SHADWELL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY

The Methodist Church, Main Street, Shadwell, LS17 8HN Monthly guest speaker evenings, resuming Thursday 9th January with REAP. We are a friendly gardening club for everyone – with membership including meetings, newsletters, free entry to our traditional Flower Show, members shop and access to gardening advice and new friends. New members always welcome. Give me a callSusan, 2738821

Slaid Hill in Bloom

A voluntary organisation with the aim of bringing a sense of pride to Slaid Hill, making it an attractive, environmentally friendly place to live, shop and work.

Enquiries: Geoff or Margaret 0113 2689661 or www.slaidhillinbloom.co.uk

Woodburner seeks large wind-felled hardwoods for winter fuel.

Contact adam.john.lowe@ntlworld.com with a description of the timber and photos where possible.

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FAMILIES & CHILDREN Baby & Toddler Group

Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall, The Lane LS17 7BX Weds 9.30-11.15am term time only, All babies, toddlers and carers welcome. £1.50 / session

Baby & Toddler Group

St Matthew's Church Hall, Wood Lane Chapel Allerton. LS7 3QF Term time Tuesdays, 9.30-11am £2 per family/carer, inc refreshments. Lots of toys & activities.

Mums, Dads & carers welcome.

Baby & Toddler Group

Wigton Moor URC Hall, High Ash Drive LS17 8RE Thurs term time, 9.30-11am, All babies, toddlers & their carers welcome. £1.50/ session.

Boys’ Contemporary / Creative Dance

NSCD, 98 Chapeltown Rd, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS7 4BH For boys who want to have fun, develop confidence & channel energy! Ages 7-11 yrs.

9.30-11am & 11.15-12.45pm Saturdays Enquiries: 0113 219 3000

Brownies

St Stephens Church Hall, Cranmer Rd LS17 5PX Wednesdays 6.15pm-7.45pm 7 & 8 year old girls are invited to join Brownies for fun & adventure.

Enquiries: Jill Fisher on 0113 2676365

Elevations Dance

Based in Chapel Allerton.

Over 40 dance and theatre classes for children (3 yrs+) Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Street, Break, Musical Theatre, Contemporary & Cheerleading.

Tel- 0113 2854024 www.elevationsleeds.co.uk

Cinderella Event...

Chapel Allerton Primary School, 21 Harrogate Road, LS7 3PD Sat 7th Dec, Northern Ballet's Cinderella is at the Grand this Xmas and we have a very special workshop for all ballet-loving children aged 3-12 years. Children will be enchanted by excerpts from the production and will learn how Northern Ballet put it together by learning some of the moves and dances from the scenes! A perfect magical warm-up for Christmas. Find details online at www. elevationsleeds.com

Christmas Fayre

Crag House Farm, Crag Hill LS16 7NH Saturday 7th December 11am-4pm Join Santa himself for roast chestnuts, hog roast, craft stalls and handmade wreaths, Christmas Tree's and everything else you need for Christmas!' Enquiries: 0113 2303 600 or www.caringforlife.co.uk

Girl Guides

Interested in Girlguiding?

Enquiries: Lynne Reid lynne.reid1@btinternet.com

Kiddies' Kitchen at Northcall 53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Every Monday 3.30-4.30pm for 5-11yr olds.

For more information ring Tel 2689993

Lineham Farm – Tea with Santa Swan Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS16 8AZ 7th December. There will be two sittings 121.30pm and 4.30pm till 6pm.

Tickets £12 per child includes food, a gift from Santa and a Christmas activity. Anyone interested to book can contact the office on 0113 2817880 or email clare@linehamfarm. co.uk or hannah@linehamfarm.co.uk

On Stage Theatre Arts Academy

The Carriageworks, 3 Millennium Square LS2 3AD Saturday afternoons.

Musical Theatre, Drama Courses and Productions for 5-18 year olds. NEW - ‘Little Stars’ introductory course for 3 to 5 year olds.

Enquiries: 0113 2628033 www.onstagetheatrearts.co.uk

Honest and reliable cleaning to meet all your domestic and commercial needs!

With an hourly rate of £10 for domestic cleaning - why look elsewhere?

Call us on 07900 340099 www.sparkcleaning.co.uk

Private Gymnastics Club

Holt Park Leisure Centre Holtdale Approach, LS16 7RX Saturdays Term Time 4-4.45pm (4-6 yrs) 4.455.30 (6-9 yrs) 5.30-6.15 (10-15 yrs) Enquiries: 07790 225385 www.elevationsleeds.co.uk

Spanish Playgroup

Holy Trinity Church Hall, Meanwood LS6 4NP Thursdays 10am-1pm, term time. For 0-5 year olds and their Spanish-speaking parents or carers. Informal and friendly environment.

Enquiries: 07775 579927 or susanarichart@yahoo.co.uk

St John Vianney Baby & Toddler Group

Queens Hall, Immaculate Heart of Mary, 294 Harrogate Road LS17 6LE Tuesday’s during term time1.30-3pm. £2 per family inc refreshments. Just drop by, every body welcome.

Enquiries: saintraegan@yahoo.co.uk

St Stephen’s Playschool

St Stephen’s Church, Cranmer Rd, Moortown LS17 5PX. Thursday and Friday mornings: 9.3011.30am. All children aged 2+ welcome.

Enquiries: 0113 2687 407 or 07906 735985

Teddy Praise, Baby & Toddler Group

St Matthews Church, Wood Lane Chapel Allerton, LS7 3QF Weds mornings 10:30-11:30. A warm & welcoming environment for parents/carers & children. £1 includes refreshments.

Everyone welcome for songs, story-time and craft activities

Wigton Moor Children’s Club

Wigton Moor URC Hall, High Ash Drive LS17 8RE Thursday nights at the J Club for 4-7 year olds 5.15 - 6.15pm; J Club for 7-11s 6.30-7.30; XCite for 11-16s 7.30 - 9pm

Leaf Collecting Snow Clearing Garden Maintenance & Design Patios & Driveways

All Tree Work Fencing, Gates & Decking Block Paving/ Tarmac Brick & Stone Walling

FOR A FREE ESTIMATE PLEASE CALL US NOW OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE

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Painter & Decorator (Internal & External) Joinery / Skirting / Banisters Tiling (Floor & Wall) Decking / Pathways & Patios / Fencing Many more services available for all those home improvement needs.

Competitive prices, no job too small.

Personal & professional service.

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q Doors & Windows (wood & PVCu) q Kitchens q Fitted Furniture q Staircases & Skirting q Decking q Extensions q Loft Conversions & all other joinery work

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Complete Bathroom Solutions & Property Maintenance Service Bathroom Services Include: ♦ Plumbing ♦ Electrical (including part P) ♦ Walls moved ♦ Joinery ♦ Tiling & Plastering

Other Services Include: ♦ Flooring, solid wood or laminate installation ♦ Joinery & Building ♦ Loft ladders and boarding ♦ Fencing and decking

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ART, MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT Alwoodley Bobbin Lacemaking Group

Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall, The Lane LS17 7BX Tuesday afternoons. Beginners welcome Enquiries: 0113 269 5512

Alwoodley Lace & Crafts

Community Centre, The Avenue LS17 7NZ Fridays 2- 4pm. A variety of crafts are available to try. Come & have a cup of tea & a chat too. Enquiries: 0113 2676111

Art Classes

Greenscapes Nursery, Brandon Crescent LS17 9JH Friendly group meets Wednesday pm or Friday am.

Experienced, qualified tutor. All abilities welcome.

Enquiries: 0113 2892922 or email ruth@rdorrington.freeserve.co.uk

Free Photography Course

53-55 Cranmer Bank Leeds LS17 5JD Interested in Photography? Northcall run a 6 weeks free course.

Enquiries: 0113 2689993

Leeds Marquetry Group

Polish Catholic Centre, Newton Hill Rd LS7 4JE Wednesdays 7pm www.leedsmarquetry.org.uk

Leeds Movie Makers

Stainbeck United Reformed Church, Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP Fridays 7.30pm. For anyone interested in film & video.Enquiries: 0113 2256444 or www.leedsmoviemakers.co.uk

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Leeds Photographic Society

The oldest such society in the world would like to hear from you. Enquiries: Ian Wray, 07814 737499 Web: www.lps1852. co.uk Facebook: http://www.facebook. com/lps1852 Twitter: @lps1852

Loidis International Folk Dancing Group

Moor Allerton Sports & Social Centre, Stonegate Rd (opp Fire Station) LS17 6EL Every Thursday evening 7:30 - 10pm.

Admission of £3.50 includes refreshments Enquiries: 0113 228 636 or 01423 505006

Moor Allerton Art & Craft Club

Chapel Allerton Methodist Church

Town Street, LS7 4NB Sundays 10.30am & 6.30pm www.chapelallertonmethodistchurch.org.uk

Immaculate Heart RC Church

294 Harrogate Road, LS17 6LE. Sunday Mass: 8am, 9.30am, 11am and 6.30pm.

Weekday Mass: Mon - Fri 9.15am.

Tuesday evening 7pm. Thursday noon.

Saturday 10am. Exposition Mon - Fri 8.30am. Morning Prayer Tues-Fri 8.55am.

Confessions Sat 10.30am - 11am Enquiries: 0113 2681373. www. stjohnvianneyleeds.org.uk.

Church Hall bookings: bookings@queenshall.org.uk

The Leeds Calligraphy Guild

Moortown Baptist Church

St Andrew’s Shaftsbury Ave, Roundhay LS8 1DS Tuesday mornings. Learn the art of Calligraphy. Absolute beginners or those with a little knowledge. Enquiries: 0113 2696414.Or 07900 286358 Terry Yorath House, Devonshire Close, Roundhay LS8 1BF Wednesdays 1.30-3.15. Beginners to all levels Enquiries: 0113 268 0406

Alderton Rise, Moortown Estate LS17 5LH. Sunday at 10.30am with children’s groups & a creche.

Young people’s group meet at 10am for breakfast. Rooms available for community use – hall, meeting rooms, kitchen facilities. No alcohol/smoking allowed on premises.

Enquiries: 0113 2943466 or www. moortownbaptistchurch.org.uk

Yorkshire Post Brass & Wendel Singers

St Matthew’s Church of England

WRVS Care Art Group

Lidgett Park Methodist Church, Lidgett Place, Roundhay, LS8 1HG Wednesday 18th December at 7.30pm.

Tickets £8 (£1 children) book in advance by calling 0113 2678506 or pay on the door. (in aid of education Belize)

Wood Lane Chapel Allerton, LS7 3QF Sundays 8am, 10am & 6.30pm Morning prayers are said each morning Mon-Sat 9am www. stmatthewschapelallerton.org.uk

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St John's church Hall, Harrogate Road LS17 7BZ Wednesday 2-4 pm. New members welcome.

Enquiries: 0113 2250144 Stainbeck Art Club Methodist Community Centre, Town Street, Chapel Allerton, LS7 4NB 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month 1.45 – 4pm. New members, all abilities welcome.

Practical and demonstrations, also painting and sketching days out.

Enquiries: Rose or Ken on 0113 266 5005

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Buckstone Crescent LS17 5ES Saturday Mass Vigil 6.30pm.

Sunday morning 10am.

Weekday Mass Mon 9.15am, Tues 9.30am, Wed 9.15am, Fri 12.30pm and Saturday morning 10am. Confession 10.30am-11am then 5.30, 6pm.

Weekly bulletin: stjohnvianney.org.uk

Stainbeck United Reformed Church

Stainbeck Road LS7 2PP Sunday10.45am (Sunday Club for youngsters) and 7.30pm every Thursday.

A warm welcome to all http://stainbeck. urc.org.uk

The Leeds Vineyard

Ralph Thoresby School, Holt Park LS16 7RX Sunday 10am start (with refreshments) Enquiries: 0113 245 9111 www. leedsvineyard.org

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St. Stephen's

Cranmer Rd, Moortown LS17 5PX Sundays 10.30am

St Barnabas C of E

The View, LS17 7NA Sunday at 10am Holy Communion on the first and third Sundays of each month. Junior church meets concurrently each Sunday except the second Sunday, when there is All Age Worship. All welcome. www. stbarnabasleeds.org.uk

Alwoodley Park Methodist

The Lane, Alwoodley Park, Leeds LS17 7BX Sunday 10.45am. Holy Communion once a month - a very warm welcome to all.

St. John's

Harrogate Road LS17 7BZ Sunday Holy Communion 8am. Parish Communion or Morning Worship 10am.

(Family Service 2nd Sunday of the month) Traditional sung evensong 6.30pm (Parish communion 2nd Sunday each month.)

Junior Church in the Church Hall at 10am during term time.

All welcome. www.stjohnsmoorallerton.org

Wigton Moor United Reform Church

High Ash Drive LS17 8RE Sundays 10:30. Morning worship (includes Holy Communion on the 1st Sunday of each month.) Do come and join us - newcomers are most welcome

St Paul's RC Church

King Lane, Alwoodley LS17 7AG Vigil Mass Sat 6.30pm Sunday mass 10am.

Miscellaneous Afternoon Tea a la Betty's

Lidgett Park Methodist Church, Lidgett Place, Leeds LS8 1HG Saturday 14th December, 230-5pm. Come and enjoy dainty sandwiches home made scones & delicious cakes. £7.50 (in aid of education Belize) Enquiries: 0113 267 8506.

Alwoodley Singers – Christmas Concert

Alwoodley Community Association Hall, The Avenue, LS17 7NZ Saturday 14th December, 7.45. Entry £4 including refreshments.

All welcome.

Christmas services 2013 Alwoodley Park Methodist

The Lane, Alwoodley Park, Leeds LS17 7BX Christmas Eve, Holy Communion 11:30pm Christmas Day, All Age Celebration 10:45am

Chapel Allerton Methodist Church

Chapel Allerton branch Labour Party

Town Street, LS7 4NB Christmas Eve, Christingle Service for all ages 4pm & Bethlehem Communion 8pm Christmas Day, All Age Celebration 11am

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Technorth, Harrogate Road, at 7.15pm Meets the second Tuesday of the month (except August & December). Political discussion and campaigning on local issues.

For further information contact Dave on 0113 262 4318 468, Street Lane, Moortown, Leeds LS17 6HA Saturday 7th December, 1pm – 4pm Open Day, come and enjoy a festive mince pie, meet the team, visit Santa, raffle etc and FREE pet health checks.

Enquiries: 0113 2369030

Oakwood Farmers Market (Christmas Market) Around The Oakwood Clock (Junction of Roundhay Road/ Oakwood Lane/Wetherby Road) 21st December 9.30am-12.30pm

Salvation Army Carol Concert

Leeds Town Hall Sunday 8th December at 3pm. £5 per ticket. There will also be a collection in support of Yorkshire Cancer Centre.

Enquiries: 0113 2250330

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isher with over 3030 years isherFunerals Funeralsare area atotally totallyIndependent IndependentFamily FamilyBusiness Business with over years combinedexperience experienceininthis thisvery veryspecialised specialisedindustry. industry.We We established take care of ourself our over combined bereaved families a personal anda attentive whilstservice at the same two years ago withwith the aim of giving personal service, and attentive to ourtime keeping our priceswhilst fair and affordable. bereaved families, at the same time keeping our prices fair and affordable.

We live in the area and so, when the time was right, it was important to us to We liveour in premises the area and so, when the time right,and it was important to us been to open open locally.

We feel very was pleased privileged to have our feel very pleased and and privileged been able ablepremises to take locally. over thisWe beautiful premises we hope totobehave a helpful andto take over this beautiful premises and we hope to be a helpful and useful member of the useful member of your community. community.

For more information or free advice please contact Karen Fisher DipFD On 0113 268 6069 or email karen@fisherfunerals.co.uk Fisher Street, Chapel ChapelAllerton AllertonVillage, Village,LEEDS LEEDSLS7 LS7 4PE 4PE Fisher Funerals, Funerals, 44 Regent Regent Street, www.fisherfunerals.co.uk www.fisherfunerals.co.uk

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