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C O N N E C T I N G YO U TO T H E C O M M U N I T Y

DREAMING OF A

TASTY CHRISTMAS CALENDAR CELEBRATES ROUNDHAY PARK THE LEEDS LIBRARY APPROACHES 250TH YEAR!

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Dear Readers,

December already! Christmas is upon us and we seem to be running to keep up.

Of course you can’t have Christmas without feasting. Gastronomically this is the BLOW OUT time of year. With Christmas parties and family celebrations everybody’s thoughts have turned to food. Once again we encourage you to seek out the fresh and fanciful, the unique and delicious. Leeds is awash with opportunities to discover numerous gastronomic delights – from Leeds Kirkgate Market to the farmers’ markets at Headingley, Horsforth, Bramhope, Otley and Oakwood, and Kirkstall Deli Market. Dig in to something different! We bring you news too of The Leeds Library (the city’s hidden gem); Cinderella another new show from Northern Ballet; Roundhay’s new calendar; the new Oakwood Farmers’ Market video; and the youngest Black Belt in the world! Check out the Community Notices for the numerous Christmas fairs and concerts being held this month. And, of course, we have film, restaurant and music reviews too. In our January edition we will be talking Health and Fitness – yes, it’s that time of year! Please get all your news and notices to us by 1st December (6th December for advertising). Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas.

Kind regards Carole, Jack and the team

I n Th i s I s s u e A New Score for a New Cinderella Northern Ballet brings a magical new production of Cinderella to the Grand Theatre with music by Phillip Feeney

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Forward to Celebrating 250 Years!

The Leeds Library, the city’s hidden gem, prepares to celebrate a remarkable anniversary.

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Dreaming of a Tasty Christmas The festive season is upon us and it’s time for our thoughts to turn to food!

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Celebrates Vibrancy of Roundhay Park

The 2014 calendar from Friends of Rundhay Park shows the beauty of the Park across the seasons.

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Christmas visits West Yorkshire Playhouse

Raymond Briggs’ fabulous story is brought to life by Pins and Needles Productions at West Yorkshire Playhouse.

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Get Christmas all wrapped up

Looking for that extra special Christmas gift this year? Why not visit one of our beautiful gift shops at Leeds Art Gallery on The Headrow, or at Leeds City Museum, just up the steps on Millennium Square. Offering a range of gifts, seasonal cards, festive decorations and a wide range of children’s toys and games. Plus, with many items under £5 you might even stumble upon that perfect present for Secret Santa too!

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Visit our website to see our jam-packed programme of Christmas events including our ‘Magical Christmas Weekend’ at Lotherton Hall and the ‘500 Years of Christmas’ extravaganza at Temple Newsam on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th December. You can also see Santa in his enchanting Grotto at Abbey House Museum every weekend in December leading up to Christmas Day.

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LIFE & STYLE

Looking Forward to Celebrating 250 Years! Believe it or not, The Leeds Library at 18 Commercial Street will celebrate its 250th anniversary in 2018, and already it has started planning for this remarkable event. An international conference is on the cards, together with a civic reception and the publication of a book of essays.

espite its longevity, the library remains undiscovered by a huge number of people in Leeds – it is possibly the city’s best kept secret. Dating from 1768, it is the oldest surviving subscription library of its type in the UK. Located in a beautiful building, it has an absolutely stunning collection of books, some dating back to the 15th Century. There are some 80,000 books in its historic collection (before 1901), and 140,000 items in all. Thousands of new books are added to the collection each year. You’ll also find newspapers and magazines, films (including foreign language), audio books and a new music collection.

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The Leeds Library also runs a programme of lectures, exhibitions, films and other heritage and cultural events, all of which are open to the public. On Thursday 19th December Michael Meadowcroft presents a talk on Herbert Gladstone – the last in a sixth series of lectures on Leeds politicians. The Library has embarked on an ambitious development programme to ensure the future of the building and its collections, improve facilities and provide space for education programmes. It also aims to have its complete catalogue available on the internet It is free to visit the Leeds Library, but non members should make an appointment and will be given a guided tour. There will be guided tours on Saturday 7th December and Wednesday 18th December. All tours start at 10.30am and last about an hour. The Leeds Library is open Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm and Saturday 9.30am – 1pm. On the first Wednesday of the month they open from 10am. Researchers should make an appointment at least 48 hours in advance to consult a particular item. “The Leeds Library is a wonderful haven with a stunning collection of books. If you haven’t visited it, then give yourself a treat.” -Kay Mellor, writer and actress

“An oasis of peace in the heart of

Leeds, crammed with wonderful books in a building which Oxbridge colleges would die for!” -Martin Wainwright, Northern

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LIFE AND STYLE

PHIL (PHILIP WILLIAM) MAY (1864-1903) Artist in black-and-white, Caricaturist, Humorist

Phil May’s short life was one of extremes. From the depths of poverty and hardship he worked his way up to success and fame, only to plunge down again into illness and self-destruction. Gifted, funny, colourful, outrageous, he was loved and celebrated, not least in his home town of Leeds. He was born in 1864 at 66 Wallace Street, Wortley, the seventh of the eight children of Philip May and his wife Sarah. Phil’s father was an unsettled, feckless character, who had tried his hand at several jobs, finishing up in Leeds. He died when Phil was only nine, leaving the family in poverty. Phil had little schooling, and at twelve had to earn his way. He tried various oﬃce jobs until he found a niche at the Grand Theatre, helping to paint the scenery. He had loved drawing since childhood and made extra money selling caricatures of the actors, some published in local papers. At fifteen he joined a touring theatrical company, playing small parts on stage and illustrating the programmes and posters. By 1882 he had given up acting

working at the Grand in Leeds he had begun a passionate

town, especially at his favourite

and was back in Leeds, helping to

affair with the young wife of the owner of the eating house

drinking place, Romano’s in the Strand;

design costumes and paint scenery

opposite, where he used to have lunch - Sarah Farrar,

constantly accompanied by a circle of

at the Grand. But he was irresistibly

always called Lil. When he left for London, she followed,

friends, artists and writers, but also by a

drawn to the brilliant life of London.

abandoning her husband and child. An expensive divorce

host of hangers-on who sponged on him

Off he went with scarcely enough

followed. They married in Australia, a strong partnership

and encouraged his drinking and wild

money for the fare. He slept rough

which lasted his life.

exploits. Once near starvation himself,

on the Embankment or in Covent

His three years in Australia were productive and

his purse was open for all – including

Garden, begging or scavenging for

successful. He moved on to study art in Rome and Paris,

cronies who exploited his generosity.

food, while he hawked his drawings

conscious of his lack of formal artistic training. He did

In spite of the efforts of his friends

around to periodicals and papers. His

study, but above all enjoyed the vibrant, bohemian city life.

and loyal wife, he drank too much

health suffered, but finally his luck

Finally he decided to return to London, where his sketches

whisky, smoked too many cigars, and

turned. He began to sell his work,

and cartoons were selling well. A turning point came with

cared nothing for his already damaged

win commissions, and establish a

his illustrations for a series of magazine articles called The

health, which slowly deteriorated. He

reputation as a brilliant cartoonist. In

Parson and the Painter, later (1891) published as a book.

weighed only five stone when he died

1885, only 21, he was offered a plum

It became a bestseller, and established him as a master of

on 5 August 1903, aged 39.

job in Australia as cartoonist for the

graphic humour, with a genius for economy of line, brilliant

Sydney Bulletin, and, after some

character sketches, and whimsical comedy.

haggling, decided to accept. He did not travel alone. While

His death was greatly mourned in Leeds, where his family still lived

In 1892 he launched his own publication, Phil May’s

and he had often visited. Money

Summer Annual, full of his humorous drawings alongside

was collected for a memorial, and in

articles by well-known authors – ‘brimful of fun for the

1910 a plaque by the Leeds sculptor

holidays’. His Winter Annual (‘fun, frolic, and fancy’)

Caldwell Spruce was unveiled at 66

followed. Fifteen of these annuals were eventually published,

Wallace Street. When the house was

each eagerly awaited, together with other collections of his

demolished in the 1960s the plaque

work, notably Phil May’s Guttersnipes – his sympathies

was reportedly moved to the City Art

lay with the underdogs in society and the life of the streets.

Gallery, which holds a large collection

Meanwhile he was contributing regularly to the popular

of his drawings. Many others are in

humorous weekly Punch, and in 1895 was invited to join their

national collections. The plaque read:

staff, a considerable honour. His future seemed assured – but

Phil May - the great black and white

as fast as the money came in, it was squandered.

artist - ‘A fellow of infinite jest’.

His gaunt figure, sporting riding gear, long check overcoat, and a large cigar, was always to be seen around

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LIFE AND STYLE

The Traditional Shaving The Company Goes High Street! Forgotten Were you just wondering what you might treat the men in your life to this Christmas? We have a feeling that we may have found the answer! The Traditional Shaving Company has just opened upstairs at Handpicked Hall in The Grand Arcade (Vicar Lane) and it is packed with fabulous toiletries…. just for men. After five years of an online presence (www. traditionalshaving.co.uk), the company is now establishing itself in Leeds city centre with the largest selection of traditional men’s shaving and grooming products in the North of England, including famous London brands that have been around since the 1800s. “The feedback we have had from customers so far has been excellent”, said co-owner Matt Briggs, “especially from women shoppers who are very excited to find somewhere with a great selection of Christmas gifts for the men in their lives!”

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There are over 700 products in store, including ranges like Taylors of Old Bond Street, Geo F Trumper, Truefitt & Hill, Penhaligons and contemporary American ranges like Billy Jealousy and eShave. In addition to traditional shaving gear like fine safety razors and badger hair shaving brushes, you’ll find soaps, gels, moisturisers, moustache wax, deodorants, body washes, hair care, and colognes. These are some of the best products in the world and the company already has quite an international following via its website. This is an oasis of male pampering! More and more men are opting to return to the traditional shave, with safety razor and luxurious soaps. Once you’ve got the knack of wielding a safety razor you will never go back – you get a better shave, suffer from less irritation, and it’s better for your skin. What’s more the products last longer. You’ll find The Traditional Shaving Company upstairs at Handpicked Hall in The Grand Arcade. Telephone: 0113 880 0538

Ten Challenge Handicap International is running a campaign, The Forgotten Ten Challenge, to raise awareness of the victims of landmines and cluster bombs from 1st – 10th December. As part of this an exhibition and drop-in sessions will be held at Adel Quaker Meeting House, New Adel Lane, LS16 6AZ on Friday 6th December 7– 9pm, and Tuesday 10th December 10am – 12 noon. These will feature real-life stories from landmine survivors, de-miners, rehabilitation staff and campaigners, together with a selection of short films and documentaries from around the world. For every ten victims of

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This silver cigarette case will soon be presented to a direct descendant of Quartermaster Sergeant G W Browning, who won it in the ‘Paralympics’ held at Beckett’s Park Hospital in 1918. This is just one of the fascinating artifacts that have come to light since the Headingley LitFest’s project on the military hospital at Beckett’s Park, Headingley, during the First World War, got underway.

Metropolitan University. A book based on stories collected from descendants of staff and patients will be published in time for next year’s Headingley LitFest in March. “The hospital developed several specialities during the course of the Great War”, said researcher Richard Wilcocks. “It became a centre for wounds to the face and teeth, and it had a reputation for artificial limbs, which were very much in demand because of frequent amputations.

Beckett’s Park Hospital was what the Second Northern General Hospital was called by most local people during the First World War, when it occupied buildings originally intended for training teachers. These are now part of Leeds

The first lightweight alloy prosthetic legs were introduced during WW1 - they were half the weight of wooden ones, and at first they were all made by the Desoutter Company. “I am now collaborating with the Thackray Medical Museum to find out as much as possible about this. The idea of an ‘artificial limb race’ is really interesting, so many years before the Paralympics.” If you know anything about this cigarette case, the winner, or Douglas Longmate, who made artificial limbs, please get in touch with Richard via headingleyhospital@gmail.com For further information on the project, visit

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LIFE AND STYLE

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ARTS & CULTURE

Northern Ballet brings a magical new production of Cinderella to Leeds Grand Theatre from Tuesday 17th December –Saturday 4th January. Photo: Jason Tozer

et in Imperial Russia, this World Première of David Nixon’s new adaptation of this gorgeous classic fairytale sees heartbreak turn to joy as the power of young love conquers all. The setting presents breathtaking Winter scenes and opulent ballrooms, all created by Duncan Hayler. Northern Ballet commissioned composer Phillip Feeney (who also created the music for David Nixon’s Hamlet in 2011) to write a brand new score. We caught up with Philip recently to ask how he had approached the project. “David and I have been

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Writing a ballet requires about 90 minutes of music Pictured: Phillip Feeney

talking since early in the year”, he told us. “I worked on a version with Christopher Gable in 1993 and had misgivings about doing the story again, but it was great to have a second shot at it. This has been a very collaborative partnership where I have been involved with molding the synopsis from the start. “I have tried to make it as bright and fresh as possible, working lots of musical colour into it and using sounds that reflect the eastern European setting. In the end it took on its

own dynamic. When I attended rehearsals it was extraordinary to see images where there had been none, movements creating the story – it was a great experience.” Coincidentally, John PryceJones, Music Director of the Northern Ballet Sinfonia who will perform the score live, also worked on Philip’s previous version of Cinderella. “This is quite a different version of the story”, said John. “Asking Phil to create a new score for a show he had previously written for is unique in the theatre world. The music is characteristic of the Russian setting, with lots of magical colour, providing the platform and inspiration for the choreography. “Writing a ballet requires about 90 minutes of music – the equivalent of three symphonies! Many companies opt for recorded music but nothing can beat the feel of music being created at that moment and the dancers definitely prefer it. Northern Ballet are champions of live music.” Cinderella is David Nixon’s fifteenth new, full-length production for Northern Ballet and his second for 2013 – the other being The Great Gatsby. Once again David is creating the costumes, assisted by Julie Anderson, and lighting design is by Tim Mitchell.

For tickets, call 0844 848 2701 or visit leedsgrandtheatre.com

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ARTS & CULTURE

Otley Victorian Fayre

Otley’s Annual Victorian Fayre will be held on Sunday 8th December, from noon to 6pm. More stalls than ever will be groaning with Christmas goodies to buy and eat. You won’t see candyfloss sellers, helium balloons, flashing light stalls or beef burger vans, but you’ll be able to eat high quality street food and discover the many cafes, shops and pubs around Otley. Traditional street organs will play catchy tunes, dance troupes will perform, and local school and adult choirs will sing carols. For children there are Punch and Judy shows, traditional fairground rides, and reindeer to visit. And, every year more and more people join in the fun by dressing in Victorian costumes. The official programme costs just £1. There is a prize draw inside worth £200, and a map showing where everything is and timings for the stage.

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Headingley ‘This Pleasant Rural village’ Once again we have copies of Eve Bradford’s fascinating history of the Headingley area, Headingley: This Pleasant Rural Village, available here at the office. It is a beautifully presented book, full of interesting facts and people, period photographs and maps. It traces how Headingley grew in the 19C from a country village to a lively bustling centre. Pick up your copy (paper back £13, hardback £20) from North Leeds Life offices at 265a Otley Road, LS16 5LN. We also have copies of Eve’s history of Headingley Hall for just £3.

Meanwood in Pictures Meanwood Village Association’s great series ‘Meanwood in Pictures’, compiled by Peter Bewell, assisted by Anne Burgess, Bryn Evans and Doreen Wood, is also available. There are four volumes of this pictorial account of Meanwood. Now just £8 each.

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National Marketing Award for Northern Ballet Northern Ballet recently won the Achievement in Marketing category at the UK Theatre awards 2013, which honour outstanding achievement in regional theatre. The company was also shortlisted in the Achievement in Dance category. Photo: Pamela Raith

he award recognises the success of the communications campaign for Northern Ballet’s Great Gatsby tour. More than 50,000 people saw the show in nine different venues, including a sell-out run at Sadler’s Wells. The campaign generated in excess of £1.2million in ticket sales, exceeding the financial target by £150,000. “The arts are full of creative communications professionals who are working very hard in a competitive market and difficult economy”, said Northern Ballet’s Director of Communications,

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Laraine Penson. “This award recognises the achievements of the whole company because if the production and performance didn’t meet the audiences expectations all our work would be for nothing.”

Pictured: Emma Mooney (Head of Marketing), Laraine Penson (Director of Communica tions) and actor Ben Richards

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Rediscovered Prints Present Opportunity for Cricket Club The re-emergence of a number of prints, which had been in storage for the best part of 20 years, has presented St Chad’s Cricket Club with a unique fundraising opportunity!

In 1993, local artist Rachel McNaughton was approached by Mrs Jan Ali to produce a watercolour of St Chad’s Church and cricket ground as a birthday gift for her husband Zai Ali, former Chairman and Life Member of St Chad’s Broomfield Cricket Club. A number of limited edition prints were produced for the club to sell. The club is offering these lovely prints to local residents for just £15 each. They are hoping to raise enough money to cover the cost of a level three coach for junior players next season. Zai Ali was Chairman of the club for over 20 years and is current Chairman of the Wetherby Cricket League, in which St Chad’s competes. If you would like to purchase a print, please contact Paul Berry on 07795 154 444 or paul@365cricket. co.uk

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Leeds Art Gallery Celebrates Art and Life A major exhibition by two of the UK’s most important 20th Century painters, Ben and Winifred Nicholson, is currently at Leeds Art Gallery and will run until 12th January 2014.

‘Art and Life’ examines their work individually and in collaboration with friends and fellow artists Christopher Wood, Alfred Wallis, and potter William Staite Murray. Curated in collaboration with art historian Jovan Nicholson (Winifred and Ben’s grandson), the exhibition gives a unique insight into the work of the artists and shows key pieces from public and private collections in the UK and Europe. Focusing on the period 1920 - 1931, and the important relationships they had with Christopher Wood, Alfred Wallis and William Staite Murray, ‘Art and Life’ looks at how their work

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shaped and informed the story of 20th century modern art in this country and explores the key contribution they made to modernism. The exhibition is accompanied by a publication with newly commissioned texts, illustrated in full colour. In it Jovan Nicholson explores the way ideas flowed between the Nicholsons and Christopher Wood when they painted in Cumberland and Cornwall. Art Historian, Sebastiano Barassi focuses on their visits to Paris, Italy and Switzerland, and the potter Julian Stair examines the importance of William Staite Murray.

City Varieties’ Rock ‘N’ Roll Panto is Back! It’s almost time for this year’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto at the City Varieties Music Hall! Since it was introduced in 2010, just after the theatre had been refurbished, the Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto brand has almost become a tradition. This year the amazingly talented cast will present ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’. “The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto is always a great success”, says Frank Chambers, City Varieties House Manager. “Children, parents, grandparents and even great-grandparents love it! The auditorium is like a party – live music, laughter and dance. It’s a must for festive season!” The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto has all the bearings of a traditional panto – audience interaction, custard pies, slapstick comedy - with the added bonus of live music played by the actors and a playlist of hits from the 60s, 70s and beyond that gets the audience rocking in the aisles. Jack & The Beanstalk: The Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto is at City Varieties from Saturday 30th November – Sunday 12th January. Tickets (£13.50 - £19.50) are available from 0113 243 0808, or online at www. cityvarieties.co.uk

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A Glorious Concert! Every year, Leeds Festival Chorus organises a concert at Leeds Town Hall. This year, it is entitled The Glory of Christmas and is on Saturday, 14th December at 7.30pm. The Chorus will be accompanied by the Orchestra of Opera North. Vivaldi’s Gloria and Bach’s Christmas Oratorio are both on the programme and the soloists are soprano Ruby Hughes, mezzo Kathryn Rudge, tenor Joshua Ellicott and bassbaritone Matthew Hargreaves. The Gloria was chosen partly because Antonio Vivaldi was one of the greatest Baroque composers to have lived in Venice, and Leeds Festival Chorus now has its own strong connection with that city. In

August this year, the Chorus sang at three well-attended events in Venice (one in St Mark’s Basilica) after being invited there by the concert pianist Alessandro Taverner, who was a finalist in the 2009 Leeds Pianoforte Competition. J S Bach’s Christmas Oratorio (WeihnachtsOratorium) is much better known in Germany, where it is thought of as very special, rather like Handel’s Messiah in Britain. “We try to be as adventurous as possible,” said Chorus artistic adviser and conductor Simon Wright, “and this great work by Bach is really going to surprise people who do not know it.” Leeds Festival Chorus has been booked to perform on two

Pictured: Tenor Joshua Ellicott

occasions in the Leeds First Direct Arena – firstly as backing choir for Andrea Bocelli on 24th November, and secondly at Classical Spectacular on 30th November. Tickets for The Glory of Christmas (£16 - £31.50) are available from City Centre Box Office 0113 224 3801 or Chorus members.

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Along with the creative short courses, Leeds College of Art also runs portfolio development courses and a children’s arts school. This is a vibrant and inspiring collection of arts-based courses for 7 – 18 year olds, which aim to inspire creativity and teach new skills, and where children can explore creative subjects and meet new friends. For further information, visit www.leeds-art.ac.uk or email shortcourses@leeds-art.ac.uk

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If not, that is definitely something that needs rectifying! The latest addition to Meanwood’s foodscape brings a fresh, new approach that is already rapidly gaining enthusiastic fans. For Chef/Patron James Coupland this has been a very personal journey. He has transformed what was previously a solicitors’ firm split up into little oﬃces into a bright, open, contemporary space on two levels. To ensure the flexibility of the space, he sourced furniture from a reclamation yard in Guiseley and timber from Ripon to make the tables, and found a truly ingenious use for some copper piping found on site. When we dropped in recently we ensconced ourselves upstairs. As starters we opted for Home Cured Beetroot Salmon Gravlax with pickled cucumber and toasted brioche, and Chorizo Sausage with Crispy new Potato Salad topped with a poached egg. Interestingly, The Hungry Bear has its own little brewhouse on the premises – The Hungry Beer! There were three brews on offer –Golden Ale, Imperial Stout (described as ‘smooth, with chocolate and coffee notes), and Knot Two Pale Ale, an American pale ale made with Chinook hops. To try all three, their ‘tasting slate’, which gives you a 250ml glass of each, was perfect.

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They brew in batches of just 90 litres – apparently we can look forward to a ‘mossy, peaty’ New Zealand Pale Ale and a Maple Syrup Porter soon and a Christmas beer with flavours of the season is already bubbling away. As we waited for our starters we enjoyed some green olives, prawn and goats cheese and chutney hors d’oeuvres, and a taster cup of wonderful fresh mushroom soup with tarragon cream – who knew mushroom and

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tarragon went so well together? The main courses included Seabass Viennoise with Crayfish; Baked Scarborough Woof on Creamed Truﬄe Gnocchi and asparagus; Sirloin Steak au Poivre and red onion tarte with whisky sauce; Beef Stew with garlic and thyme dumplings; Butternut Squash and Wild Mushrooms. We chose the Confit and Fired Belly Pork with honey roasted root vegetables, which was simply delicious and topped with very tasty little mushrooms; and Artichoke Forestière Parcels with soused pear and babyleaf salad – paper thin pastry wrapped around artichoke hearts and mushrooms… so tasty. Special little touches like the soused pears and bourbon roasted figs added lovely taste surprises. We finished off with a delicious Passion Fruit Tarte and a cheeseboard of five Yorkshire cheeses that nearly defeated us! The Hungry Bear is certainly a welcome addition to Meanwood. It has a lovely atmosphere, the music is great, the service friendly and efficient and, on top of that, it is reasonably priced! The Hungry Bear, 10 – 14 Stonegate Road, Meanwood. Tel: 0113 274 0241

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The festive season is upon us again! This is the time of year when it is not only acceptable, but indeed expected, that our thoughts turn continually to tasty food and warming beverages. What to eat, where to eat and what to give to our favourite food lovers are all questions to be addressed on a daily basis.

SEASONAL FOOD CELEBRATIONS Christmas markets are always a great starting point for festivities and Leeds is crammed with appetising options. As usual the city centre welcomes back Cristkindelmarkt in Millennium Square, with its stalls of German delicacies like Stollen, gingerbread, mulled wine, and bratwurst sausages with goulash and dumplings. New this year is Winter WonderLeeds from 6th – 22nd December, which will transform Briggate with a huge marquee hosting independent food and craft stalls, as well as entertainment. But, with all of this flash and dazzle, don’t forget Leeds Kirkgate Market where you will find the very best deals in fresh ingredients – from seafood and fine meats to great produce and seasonal goodies. Cliff, Michelle & Josh. -Hayes Seafoods

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If you are a coffee hound be sure to check out Just Bean Roasted who produce speciality ethically sourced coffee from sustainable sources roasted to order and delivered to your door.

Nichols Vegetarian Deli in Chapel Allerton stocks a variety of vegetarian cheese, hummus, salads, falafel and frittata as well as their own vegetarian meals to take home. In addition to lovely fresh bread every day, The Crust & Crumb Bakery and Deli just up the road also have a range of tasty products. Another welcome addition in Chapel Allerton is the new George and Joseph cheese shop on Regent Street – all kinds of wonderful cheeses and cheesy gifts too. And then there’s The Sunshine Bakery – one visit is never enough!

So you see – there is absolutely no excuse for not seeking out new seasonal treats this year. We are spoilt for choice. Have a wonderfully tasty Christmas!

In Headingley head for The Natural Food Store on North Lane with its huge range of everyday and specialty food, including many festive treats. Artisan Bakery also on North Lane has a great range of breads, and who can resist Salvo’s Salumeria? Fantastic festive fare from sunny Italy and much more. In Adel a visit to Cranberries Deli is a must – it is absolutely packed with super gift ideas as well as delicious food. Haley & Clifford on Street Lane in Roundhay is another great place to investigate, as is Pookie & Grumps in Horsforth.

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Pigging Out with The Greedy Pig! Many people are familiar with The Greedy Pig – a great little sandwich shop and café on North Street in Leeds. Since Jo and Stuart Myers took it over two years ago it has gained a reputation as one of the best places for breakfast and turns out many a mean sandwich. You may have thought that was it – but, the pig is out! A couple of months ago The Greedy Pig held its first supper club, at Outlaws Yacht Club. “We wanted to show that there was more than one string to our bow”, said Stuart. “I have always loved to cook and constantly have ideas for new recipes – the supper club gives us a creative outlet…an opportunity to pull out all the stops and share some great food ideas.” Stuart has been gathering experience for years and has worked at some top restaurants around Leeds, including five years with a great team at Harvey Nichols and a couple of years with chef John Vennel at Haley’s Hotel, who now runs Vennel’s in Masham. Jo and Stuart decided to enter the supper club arena with a bang! Their first menu was an ambitious ‘Nose to Tail’. Almost every bit of that pig was served up in some mouthwatering combination. Oddments Jelly was a savoury jelly with trotter, cheek, tongue and ear, served with beetroot and horseradish; Rustic Country Pâté was made from shoulder, belly and homecured bacon, served with mustard pickles; Three Little Pigs presented black pudding with saffron and apple chutney, Boudin Blanc with remoulade and Chorizo Tortilla; Yorkshire Tapas included Serranitos – spleen, pepper and air dryed ham and Pinchitos Murranos – marinated heart kebabs. All served with a chicory salad with sherry dressing. This was followed by The Greedy

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Pig Hog Roast served with a Madeira and kidney sauce. Had they put all their little piggies in one basket? How to top that for their next supper club? Simple… the Pig vegged out! Not being a meat eater this was right up my street. ‘Roots to Shoots’ was held upstairs at Handpicked Hall in The Grand Arcade – a lovely setting. A carpaccio of vegetables with avocado cream and black olive dressing was followed by Kitcheree balls, pickled cauliflower, confit lemon and curry mayonnaise; then Truﬄed Yorkshire Brie, filo pastry, mushroom & walnut salad with Old Winchester

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pesto; Plantain Empanada and green rice with a corn salsa; followed by a light and lovely Autumn Chestnut Cheesecake with pear and cranberry salsa and candied chestnuts. Oh yes, there is definitely more than one string to that bow! It was a lovely evening of enthusing about the food and the non-vegetarians being truly surprised! Once again, it was so nice to sit down with a bunch of strangers and share a fabulous meal. The cheese came from George and Joseph, the new cheese shop in Chapel Allerton. The coffee was served up by North Star Roast (Meanwood) a brand new business and the only roasterie in Leeds. The Pig’s November outing was ‘Surf n Turf’ at The Stew & Oyster in Oakwood; and December’s ‘Olde English Christmas’, which will include partridge and stuffed goose (plus a veggie option of course!) will be at The Arch Café in the city centre – a café with a social conscience run by Age UK.

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Alwoodley Ward It hardly seems credible that a whole year has passed by so quickly … yet here we are with the festive season almost upon us, and the year drawing to a close. But, what a year it has been – with a number of long-term city projects finally coming to fruition, including the grand opening of the hottest new retail mall, The Trinity Centre; several opening

We will continue to work hard to address the issues you bring to us

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Cold Weather! With November, Autumn really turns to Winter. The clocks have gone back, the nights are long, cold and often wet, Bonfire Night has been and gone, the shops are full of Christmas offerings, and thousands of tons of leaf mulch are being deposited on our local roads and pavements. A dedicated team of road sweepers, often diverted from

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events of the amazing First Direct Leeds Arena (voted one of the top ten new venues in the world!) and, of course, Alwoodley Parish Council’s new Christmas lights (at the bottom of The Avenue) – which you will be pleased to know were supported by a grant through the Alwoodley Councillors, Neil Buckley, Peter Harrand and myself. If we could just get Leeds United promoted and the Rhinos to regain their Super League title, almost all would be perfect (I did say almost!). The coming year will bring its own excitement and challenges. In Summer, Leeds will welcome the Tour de France – which will wheel its way (literally) through the centre of our ward. This is hugely exciting and a great opportunity to see a world-class event right on our doorsteps. It will require some significant road closures on the day though and some forward planning by many – watch this space for updates. In the coming year Neil, Peter

and I will continue to work hard to address the issues you bring to us during our surgeries, street surgeries, meet and greet events and through the many emails and calls I get in response to this column. Hopefully we will be able to bring some positive news about a new health centre for Alwoodley, overgrown trees, 20mph speed limits near schools, the list goes on and of course gets added to on a daily basis. We are also always on the look out for projects, groups and organisations within Alwoodley who need our help, either with a grant or with some advice (or both!) to start up their group or new project – not to be too clichéd – but your local councillors are always here to help. Have a great month and a very Merry Christmas, and a Happy, Healthy and Peaceful 2014!

other duties, is out on the streets to clear up the leaves. They work around the local roads to schedule, often at unexpected times, to make the best use of equipment and daylight hours. But please do contact your local Councillors if there are problems on particular roads so that, if necessary, we can arrange an extra sweep. Meanwhile, please also watch out for your elderly neighbours - they may be worried about the cost of fuel, particularly with the huge increases in fuel prices announced by some of the major suppliers just as Winter sets in. Around 27,000 people die each year in the UK as a result of being too cold at

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The Oakwood Farmers’ Market Committee is always looking for effective ways to reach new and established customers. The Market is already on facebook and is active on Twitter, as well as having a popular, regularly updated website. At one of their ‘thinking sessions’, they came up with the idea that a video promoting the market, its supporters and fantastic stallholders could be really useful…..and it’s a beauty! This lovely little film shows – volunteers set up the stalls early in the morning; how enthusiastic the community, stallholders enjoy the camaraderie and banter with customers and stallholders are customers; shoppers browse and try new things; and about the market. Filmed by Tony local organisations get to publicise what is going on in Reilly of The Atom, an Oakwood the Roundhay/Oakwood area. He captures perfectly company producing commercial the mood of the market and the vision the committee shorts, documentaries and had for the video. promotional videos, it catches the You can view the video on youtube, just search for various sections ofLeeds the community Oakewood Market www.oakwoodfarmersmarket.com Passmore North Life_153x110_Layout 1 09/09/2013 08:56 Page 1

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oundhay Park is not only a beautiful space in which to relax and enjoy nature, it also plays host to numerous activities and events throughout each year. The 2014 calendar, produced by Friends of Roundhay Park (FoRP), provides glimpses of just a few of these activities including the triathlon, rowing on the lake and Roundhay Primaries School Run, whilst at the same time showing the beauty of the Park across the seasons.

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co-ordinator. “One of the greatest difficulties we faced was the need to reflect all seasons. Many of the best shots featured snow because of this year’s unusually late Spring. It was also essential to make sure pictures were clearly identifiable as Roundhay Park. “Many of our calendars are bought as gifts for people who no longer live in Leeds. We’ve even had letters and donations to our funds from people living abroad who have received our calendar. “The calendar is hugely important as a fundraiser for the work we do in the Park. We have created the Friends’ Garden and opened the Geology Trail in the Gorge (in association with Leeds Geological Association). This year we produced the Tree Trail booklet featuring the trees between the Park entrance and the Mansion. We regularly work

One of the greatest diﬃculties we faced was the need to reflect all seasons

clearing and planting new areas, helping Park staff with weeding in the more formal areas, and litter picking. We also plant about 10,000 new bulbs each Autumn.” The 2014 calendar is the fourth produced by FoRP. The cost of their first calendar was met by a combination of loans from members and sponsorship from local businesses and councillors. The 2014 calendar is sponsored by local councillors Macniven and Urry, Roundhay Environmental Action Project (REAP), WHS Accountants Limited, Yvonne Goodwin Wealth Management, Timoney’s Cafe, Del Verde Restaurant, Scott Pullen and Son fairgrounds, Leeds Dance Academy, The Chambers, With Love, and Troy Autopoint. The calendar is on sale (£6.99) at Tropical World and The Visitors’ Centre, Lakeside Cafe, City Stationers, Timoneys and With Love on Oakwood Parade, and can also be ordered from info@forp.co.uk, www.forp. co.uk, or from David Binns on 0113 293 2893.

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The History of Yorkshire in Just 150 Minutes! Over 4,000 years of Yorkshire’s history have been condensed into a two and a half hour epic by Horsforth residents Mark Saville and Geoff Druett. This amazing feat has taken over a decade to film. “Amassing the footage needed to encompass everything from the Ice Age up to today has indeed taken over 10 years”, said producer Mark. “Along the way 20 other films have been released, telling the story of individual towns and documenting people, industry and events that are now passing into history – such as the last coble fisherman at Filey.”

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Amassing the footage needed to encompass everything from the Ice Age up to today has indeed taken over 10 years

Former YTV Calendar newsman Geoff Druett presents the programme. He and Mark have worked together for the past eight years and it is he who is filmed walking up to Victoria Cave above Settle, being shown around Wentworth Woodhouse, and following the trail of Yorkshire’s textile industry from the abbeys to the handweaver, then on to the mills and the cloth being sold at Halifax’s Piece Hall. Mark also wrote the book

‘Horsforth at War’ and is currently writing a sequel, this time on World War I. He would like people whose relations lived in Horsforth at that time and/or served in the Armed Forces to contact him. Over 1,000 men were called-up from Horsforth and nearly a quarter of them were killed. The DVD (£14.99) is available from Mark on 0113 258 4680 or marksaville@btconnect.com, and on-line retailers.

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Groundwork Leeds recently started a Men in Sheds project, based in Holbeck at Barkston House, Croydon Street, Leeds LS11 9RT (near Dunelm Mill).

Christmas Carol Concert for Cancer Charities at Leeds Minster The Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre and Macmillan Cancer Support are joining forces to host their first Christmas Carol Concert at Leeds Minster on Wednesday 18th December at 7pm.

It’s aimed primarily at men over 55 who’d like to try their hand at carpentry, woodturning, carving and whittling, in a fully equipped workshop - and it’s absolutely free! They can make whatever they like, learn new skills, revisit old ones, socialise, and help the local community while they’re at it by donating items or making items to order.

So, if you’re over 55, Men in Sheds is inviting you to get involved either as a participant or a volunteer – they are on the lookout for people with woodwork experience to share their skills. They would also welcome donations of wood and tools. Men in Sheds is open every Monday and Thursday from 10am - 4pm. For further information, contact Will Gore on 0113 238 0601, email will. gore@groundwork.org.uk or visit www.meninshedsleeds. org.uk

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Guests will be welcomed by The Leeds Pipe Band and music will be provided by Dr Simon Lindley and the Leeds Minster Choir, Leeds Grammar School, the Kippax Brass Band, Heidi Gordon and Keifer Raistrick-Scully, and Yakka. The Lord Mayor of Leeds, and poet Martin Vosper will present readings. The Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre is based at St James’s University Hospital and offers a variety of complementary therapies, as well as counselling and support groups. Macmillan Cancer Support provides practical, medical and financial provision for those affected by cancer. Tickets (£10) include a mince pie and glass of mulled wine and are available from Louise Fisher on 0113 206 6499 or Louise.Fisher@ leedsth.nhs.uk

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NCS Project Raises Funds for LGI Neo Natal Unit As part of a citizenship project, a group of young people held a variety of fundraising activities over the Summer and raised £316 for the Neo-Natal Unit at Leeds General Infirmary.

The money will buy a new ‘Apnoe Alarm’, which will provide further support for babies with breathing problems. The idea was born out of their involvement in the National Citizen Service (NCS) project delivered by Leeds City Council’s youth service. The project offers young people aged 16-17yrs the opportunity to meet new people, learn key life skills and do something positive in the community. NCS believes

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The money will buy a new ‘Apnoe Alarm’ for babies with breathing problems

‘in the power of young people to change the world if given the tools and opportunity’. For further information about the National Citizen Service, visit www.ncsyes.co.uk Members of the NCS team were: Hannah Brown, Rebecca Pryke, Simi Bammi, Courtney Tortoru, Alex Braisby, Caleb Manners, Ian Curry, Kelton Morgan, Dylan Smith.

St Gemma’s Christmas Market St Gemma’s Annual Christmas Market is on Friday 6th (3–8pm) and Saturday 7th December (10am–3pm) at the hospice on Harrogate Road, Moortown. As usual, there will be a fantastic selection of stalls, including crafts, jewellery, clothes and prints. Plus hot mulled wine, tasty cakes and gingerbread, along with Carols singers and musicians, and Santa will be in his grotto! Details from Nicola on 0113 218 5570 or nicolah@ st-gemma.co.uk, or visit www. st-gemma.co.uk

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HOME & GARDEN

Garden centres may be devoted to Santa but gardeners need not worry, the best way to buy for your garden this month is by post! Armchair shopping The internet and more traditional garden catalogues mean that no one has to battle through the tinsel to buy garden supplies. One of the nicest treats at this time of year is to leaf through one or two seed catalogues and choose what you will be growing next year, be it flowers or vegetables. The winter months are the perfect time to plant bare root trees, hedging and roses and there are many excellent on-line

suppliers whose websites you can browse to make your choices.

Jobs for fine days Fruit trees should be pruned now, the idea being to maintain an open ‘goblet’ shape. This ensures that air can circulate around flowers and developing fruit. Remove any crossing, diseased or dead branches. Clear fallen leaves from paving, ponds and lawns and save them in a compost heap or perforated bin bag to make leaf mould.

Spare a thought for the birds

Don’t forget to leave food out for the birds who will bring colour and song to your garden

Please don’t forget to leave food out for the birds who will bring colour and song to your garden on the coldest of days. In freezing weather they will also appreciate a bowl of water. Look out for flocks of long tailed tits seeking refuge in our gardens over Winter. With their pretty pink and black markings they are one of the smallest garden birds, each one weighing less than a one pound coin.

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Christmas

Greenery from the garden adds a classic touch to festive decorations with Holly and Ivy being the most traditional of all. Any evergreen leaves will combine well with twigs and berries or fruits. To make a sumptuous wreath, make (or buy) a ring of strong wire and pad out with moss, then attach twigs and bind them in place firmly with fine wire. Birch twigs are perfect for this because they bend easily and have a lovely purple colour. Add sprigs of any garden evergreen such as Camellia, Laurel or Euonymus Fortunei and finish off with thee evenly spaced bold clusters of pine cones, brightly coloured fruit or berries. Things like chillies and mini oranges from the greengrocer can be attached using florist’s wire and will add an exotic touch.

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BIRD WATCH WITH STAN KENYON After two cold Winters and a poor breeding season in Spring and Summer 2012, the numbers of resident birds were depleted at the start of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nesting season. Conditions did not auger well in the cold March, but birds tended to delay activity until April. Little Egrets frequent muddy or sandy shores or marshy lakes, feeding on small fish, frogs and snails. In the event, a warm, dry Summer has delivered mainly good breeding success. Outcomes vary, however, according to species and local weather conditions. Familiar garden birds such as Blackbirds and Robins seemed to do badly. Rock-hard

A warm, dry Summer has delivered mainly good breeding success

ground in the dry Spring made it hard to find enough food for nestlings. By contrast, birds such as Blue and Great Tits, reliant on tree caterpillars to feed their young, did well in the dry June. The arid Spring benefitted ground-nesting birds, in sharp

contrast to the successive floods of 2012. Lapwings and Meadow Pipits, for example, did much better. Other beneficiaries were water birds such as Moorhens and Little Grebes and those nesting in holes in river banks such as Kingfishers and Sandmartins. Summer visitors, arriving late and benefitting from the glorious July and August did well, given the abundance of insects. Typical are Swallows and Blackcaps. Some species managed second and even third broods. A further consequence of recent conditions is the abundance of tree seeds and berries which will help to sustain birds in the coming Winter.

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HOME & GARDEN

Yorkshire to Turn Yellow for Tour de France

Gardeners across the county are being encouraged to plant yellow flowers in honour of the Tour de France 2014 and the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), in conjunction with Welcome to Yorkshire, is producing a factsheet to help gardeners turn Yorkshire yellow. There are over 80 different plants with yellow flowers or yellow foliage – including four varieties of rose. The factsheet has tips on what and when to plant, and how to maintain the plants to ensure that they will be at their blooming best when the world’s largest annual sporting event races through the county. “With the help of the RHS we want to enhance the county, creating show stopping floral displays that will wow the crowds next Summer”, said Gary Verity, chief executive of Welcome to Yorkshire. “The colour is synonymous with the Tour de France, so what better way to celebrate the race coming to the county than by

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With the help of the RHS we want to enhance the county, creating show stopping floral displays

drawing on the beauty of nature and making Yorkshire glow a gorgeous yellow while the world’s spotlight is on it”, added Ruth Evans, RHS Director of Education, Funding and Communities. Tracy Foster, a gold medal winning garden designer at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2012, and North Leeds Life new garden columnist commented: “I think it is a fantastic idea that a county with so many beautiful gardens should welcome the Tour de France with flowers! With a dazzling variety of yellow flowers and plants to choose from we can be really creative and make The 2014 Grand Départ even more memorable.” So, the message is ‘Think Yellow’ when you are planning your planting! The Grand Départ of the Tour de France takes place in Yorkshire on 5th and 6th July. For more information on Le Tour, visit www.letouryorkshire.com

Skelton Grange Volunteers Undertake Wildlife Project The Conservation Volunteers Green team is carrying out a range of practical tasks to improve the urban nature area for wildlife and for visitors at Skelton Grange Environment Centre. This work is part of the Skelton Grange Wild Area project (supported by a grant of £16,635 from Biffa Award), which aims to improve the experience of visitors to the wildlife area. Volunteers have already carried out almost 150 days of work - improving access routes, installing new mushroom seats in a woodland classroom, and learning to use traditional scythes to manage the wildflower meadows. “The work we do with the Green Team will make a real difference to the children who visit the centre, as well as the wildlife that lives here”, explained project officer Toby Roberts. “It’s also been a fantastic opportunity for people to learn new skills – learning to use a scythe has been a real highlight!” The Green Team volunteer days take place every Friday. The group is open to adult volunteers of any level of experience, and sessions are led by experienced leaders who support and train new volunteers in the skills to improve the site for wildlife and visitors. For more information, please contact 0113 2430815, skelton@tcv.org.uk, or www.tcv.org.uk/

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SOUND & VISION If you’re

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G R AV I T Y DIRECTED BY: ALFONSO CUARON STARRING: SANDRA BULLOCK, GEORGE CLOONEY CERT: 12A - RUNNING TIME: 91 MINS For the opening film of the 27th Leeds International Film Festival the organisers couldn’t have chosen a more auspicious feature. Gravity is truly an event movie in the best sense of the term, offering audiences a unique and unprecedented cinema experience. Since its premiere at the Venice Film Festival the buzz surrounding Gravity has risen to fever pitch with terms such as ‘game-changer’ and ‘groundbreaking’ tossed about with abandon. So, I’m pleased to report that Gravity is an example of hype and hyperbole being entirely justified. It is all of these things and more. If you’re not bowled over by this movie you seriously need to check your critical faculties and perhaps concede that cinema just isn’t for you. Much of the beauty of Gravity is in its simplicity and economy of setting and premise. To borrow a phrase from the title of Spiritualized’s seminal album, “Ladies and Gentlemen, we are floating in space”, and to witness this film in 3D is to experience that sensation in a particularly queasily visceral way. As the slow, creeping opening shot closes in on a spacecraft in earth’s orbit we are introduced to cocksure

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veteran astronaut, Matt Kowalski (Clooney) and nervy rookie Ryan Stone (Bullock), a medical engineer, who, after six months training, is on hand to assist with maintenance to the Hubble space telescope. Just as the routine operation is

need to check your critical faculties and perhaps concede that cinema just isn’t for you

about to be completed things go catastrophically wrong when a nearby satellite explodes and showers the astronauts with debris, destroying their shuttle and cutting off communication with mission control. What follows is the most breathlessly intense and deliriously exciting 90 minutes you’ll have spent in a cinema for quite some time. The stakes here are, quite literally, astronomically high as Kowalski and Stone risk becoming untethered and drifting out into infinite blackness. To my mind there are few things more terrifying than this prospect. The nearest comparable circumstance would be that of being adrift in open water in the middle of the ocean – in which case, while not exactly on terra firma, you’re at least still on Earth. In space, with no gravity, atmosphere, oxygen, essentially nothing to support life, one’s chances of rescue or survival quickly drop to zero. The title of the film refers to the one aspect of the situation that is most notable by its

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absence. Gravity here is really the ghost at the feast, if it were a character it would be akin to that of Godot. What the film does brilliantly is use its expansive canvas to accentuate the human element of the story. We learn that Stone’s earthbound life has been touched by grief and loss. When Kowalski asks what she likes most about being up there she replies that she appreciates the silence. By placing the characters in such extreme isolation, Gravity’s human drama is writ large and, while there are many moments of armrest-clawing tension and hyperkinetic activity, the film reveals itself as more a meditative and philosophical piece than an action movie. It’s worth remembering that Gravity is not strictly a Sci-Fi film, it’s a drama about people confronting their humanity that happens to be set in space. Much has been made of the mindblowing technical achievements of the film and the innovative techniques used. Truly, special effects have rarely seemed so special. And yet, there have been naysayers, space-boffins who have been quick to point out the scientific inaccuracies in the film. This is just so much

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killjoy nitpicking and, I feel, easily dismissed as, for the layperson, Gravity retains an air of Science-Fact rather than Science-Fiction. It’s not often a film absolutely demands to be seen in 3D but this is certainly one example. However, while many would consider the jawdropping effects to be the star of the show, they don’t entirely eclipse or upstage the human performances on show. George Clooney exhibits his trademark reassuring and reliable charismatic charm and is perfectly cast as the personable and loquacious Kowalski. However, it’s Bullock’s portrayal of the fragile yet resilient Stone that really carries the film. The finely struck balance between strength and vulnerability in the face of such extreme and seemingly impossible odds underscores a picture that speaks to our inherently human need to connect with each other and the insistent and irrepressible urge to continue, to fight, to live when all seems lost. A resounding triumph, Gravity is a stand-alone feature and I wholeheartedly implore you to boldly go and catch it in 3D post haste.

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SOUND & VISION

Brawlers - Mothers and Fathers /Instagram Famous

Having seemingly exorcised some personal demons with his low-key and downbeat Post Breakdown Blues, singer-songwriter and erstwhile metaller, Harry George Johns, returns with a new band and seems to be having a great deal more fun. Indeed, as the chorus of Instagram Famous proclaims, “I feel better now we’ve talked about it”.

This freshly formed outfit comprises members of We Were Frontiers and Castrovalva and offers as excitable and propulsive a dose of Skate/PopPunk as one could hope for. The jagged, stabbing riffage of Mothers and Fathers sets the tone and shows Johns’ knack for tight concise arrangements with a keen ear for melody, there’s even the slightest hint of Beach Boys-esque tunefulness about the chorus. Similarly brisk, Instagram Famous springs out of the traps with the same pedal to the metal rockingness driven by frantic, ferocious and outrageously tight drums. On both tracks the band display impressive dynamism and rhythmic exactitude. Ahead of an official release these two cracking tracks can be found online and streamed from Brawlers Bandcamp. Brawler play The Cockpit on 14th December with support from Gnarwolves, a gig I suggest will be well worth checking out.

The jagged, stabbing riffage of Mothers and Fathers sets the tone and shows Johns’ knack for tight concise arrangements

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Roots: The Shuffle Monsters Fri 29 Nov,

8pm The New Headingley Club, 56 St Michael’s Rd. Fab band with original takes on popular songs ranging from Millie & Nancy Sinatra to Tom Waits. £5

Leeds Haydn Players

Sun 1 Dec, 3pm Seven Arts, Harrogate Rd Chapel Allerton, performing Beethoven Symphony no.2, Haydn Piano Sonata op.37 in D, & Haydn’s horn concerto in D. £10 on door, or from Robin Jakeways 01943 466331, r.jakeways@ btopenworld.com

Jazz Cafe & Jam Session Sun 1 Dec, Inkwell, 1pm - 4pm, £7/£5 U- 16s free. Bring your band, your voice or your instrument or just come to listen. All ages, all standards. The Seven Jazz workshop band will play & Jazz Voices Coir will sing.

Buzzcocks Sun 1 Dec,

The Cockpit, £20.90. Punk legends.

Rocket from The Crypt

Wed 4 Dec, Brudenell Social Club, £20. Return of brassfilled garage rockers, best known for their 1995 top 20 hit ‘On A Rope’.

Arthur Rigby & The Baskervylles Wed 4

Dec, The Wardrobe, £5.50. Orchestral pop Leeds band whose influences are laughter, literature & red wine!

The Magic Band Thu 5

Dec, Irish Centre, Captain Beefheart’s wildly influential & seminal band 0113 248 0887,

Roy Ayers Thu 5 Dec, Leeds University Union, £17. Legend of jazz funk who gave us the classics Everybody Loves The Sunshine & Running Away.

Standard Deviation Quartet Fri 6 Dec, Café

Lento. Great jazzers!

Haim Fri 6 Dec, Leeds Met, £29. 80’s flavoured slick electro-pop-rock.

Peace Mon 2 Dec, Leeds

Met, £14.85. Tropically infused indie. Support from grungey two piece, Drenge.

Los Campesinos! Fri 6 Dec, The Cockpit, £13.20. Indie pop with punk spirit, biting lyrics & shouty vocals.

Jacuzzi Boys Mon 2

Voodoo Room Sat 7

Dec, Belgrave Music Hall, £8.80. A three man Rock & Roll party of sexiness from Miami. The sound of youth fading fast & glamour fading faster.

Dominic Lash Quartet + James Mainwaring Wed 4 Dec, 8pm at Fox & Newt, £8/£6

Hacktivist Tue 3 Dec, The Cockpit, £9. Metal band blending heavy sounds with rap.

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Dec, Seven Arts. Power trio paying tribute to both Hendrix & Cream.

Jungle Fire Sat 7 Dec, The Wardrobe, £8.80. Afrobeat, latin funk, leftfield jazz, electronica, vintage soul & Hip Hop flavour.

Simon Beddoe Band: Tribute To Donald Byrd Sun 8 Dec, Seven Arts, £5/£7, 1pm - 4pm

The Electric Soft Parade

Sun 8 Dec, Eiger Music

Studios, £11. Brighton psychpop outfit. Support from ALASKA.

Albert Hammond Jr Mon 9 Dec, Brudenell Social Club, £12.50. The Strokes guitarist turned solo star. Gaslight Club Christmas Special: Mike Heron, Trembling Bells, Serious Sam Barrett, Jasmine Kennedy Mon 9 Dec Holy Trinity Church, £10. Acoustic Folk & Blues.

Eric Pope & The Cardinals with Brendan Croker Tues 10 & Tues 24 Dec at The Chemic, www. leedsblues.co.uk

Gogol Bordello Wed 11 Dec, O2 Academy, £20.35. Gypsy-Punks with a formidable live reputation. I Like Trains Thu 12 Dec, Brudenell Social Club, £8. Brooding widescreen songs from sparse piano & guitar, baritone vocals, uplifting choral passages & reverberant orchestral crescendos.

Lee Gibson & Ronnie Bottomley Jazz Orchestra Thurs 12 Dec,

Leeds Irish Centre, £16/14, full time student standby £5. 19-piece orchestra with internationally acclaimed singer, Lee Gibson. www. sevenjazz.co.uk

Traditional Irish Music Fri 13 Dec, 8pm at Café Lento.

The Moonshine Five Fri

13 Dec, The Thomas Osborne, Street Lane from 8.30pm. Original Country Rock.

Mik Artistik’s Ego Trip

performance artist, think Brian Glover sings John Cooper Clarke & Half Man Half Biscuit & you’re somewhere near.

The Glory Of Christmas

Sat 14 Dec, Leeds Town Hall, £16 - £31.50 (over 60s £2.50 discount, half price students/ unwaged). Glorious music to cheer the heart & get you in the festive mood.

Tenacious D Mon 16 Dec, O2 Academy, £35. ComedyRock duo featuring Jack Black. The Cribs Wed 18 Dec, O2 Academy £17.50. Masters of addictive, wiry indie pop. The Pretend Beatles Thu 19 Dec, New Roscoe, £5. Top Beatles tribute. Fusebox Composers’ Orchestra In Concert + Matthew Bourne & Tony Bevan Fri 20 Dec, Seven

Arts, £8/£6.

Cast Fri 20 Dec, Brudenell Social Club, £16.50 - £18.70. Formed in 1992 from the ashes of two of the most legendary and lauded guitar bands of the time, The La’s & Shack. The Total Stone Roses Sat 21 Dec, Eiger Music Studios, £8.80. The best ‘Roses material including ‘She Bangs The Drums’, ‘Fools Gold’, ‘Waterfall, ‘I Wanna Be Adored’ & ‘Love

Spreads’. You will not find a better sound-alike band this side of 1989!

Roots: Wang Dang Doodle Fri 27 Dec, 8pm The New Headingley Club. £5. Southern Soul

Fri 13 Dec, Seven Arts, £8. Part comedian, singer &

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YOUNGER LIFE

Father Christmas visits West Yorkshire Playhouse Raymond Briggs’ fabulous ‘Father Christmas’ is coming to West Yorkshire Playhouse from 6th December – 11th January.

his first stage adaptation of the festive classic premiered at The Lyric Theatre, Hammersmith, last year and was a smash hit. Beloved by generations, Briggs’ story is brought vividly to life by Pins and Needles Productions, who are passionate about finding theatrical, imaginative ways of telling stories and have produced six shows for a range of ages since forming in 2009. Father Christmas is aimed at the 2 – 6 age range. This warm and funny show is packed full of giggles for them and their families. Father Christmas awakes from a dream of Summer sun only to realise that it’s blooming Christmas Eve and the start of his longest night of the year. He gathers his reindeer together and prepares his sleigh and sets out on his long journey into the snowy night to deliver presents to sleeping children all over the world. But things don’t run smoothly. He

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soon encounters soot covered chimneys and treacherous weather conditions. Meanwhile his cheeky pets, Cat and Dog, are up to plenty of mischief. Forty years after the story was first published, the story is as magical as ever and full of fun. Directed by Emma Earle and designed by Zoe Squire of Pins and Needles, it features original music played live by Jared Ashe, and the brilliant puppetry of puppeteer and theatre maker, Max Humphries. It is a Christmas treat not to be missed!

Father Christmas Crafts There will be post-show workshops for families with children aged 3+ on certain dates. Join them for a fun & festive crafty workshop, where you can make some beautiful decorations to take home. Check with West Yorkshire Playhouse for dates.

This warm and funny show is packed full of giggles for children and their families

Chapel Allerton Wins Maths Competition! A team of young number crunchers from Chapel Allerton Primary School had all the right answers in the annual maths competition run by The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL). The team of four Year 6 pupils overcame teams from 23 other schools to take the trophy in GSAL’s Junior Maths Challenge. They earned their places following semi-finals involving nearly 50 schools from across Leeds and surrounding area. The team of Faith Hardy, Bethany Hare, Kaustabh Bhatnagar and Adam Powell proved to be a winning combination, as each decided a different part of the competition was their favourite. The tests included number grids, puzzles and a multiple choice maths challenge. “It was hard for us to pick a team from all our talented Year 6 mathematicians”, said Mrs Boland who accompanied the team to the competition. “I felt they had a good chance because I know how bright they are and they had come second in their semi-final. But it all comes down to how it goes on the day against some tough competition.”

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Jake is Youngest Black Belt in the World! Jake Frood (5) from Meanwood, who attends Carr Manor Primary School, recently gained his Black Belt in Mixed Martial Arts, making him the youngest Black Belt ever! To achieve this he had to run two miles and then take part in a four-hour Martial Arts skills test, which included thin air work, work on pads, partner work, then sparring and exercises. At the graduation ceremony at The Grammar School at Leeds, he did a demonstration in front of 500 people. Jakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s achievement is amazing as he has battled through several

illnesses and operations. He has arthritis in his legs, which causes him extreme discomfort. Doctors advised gentle exercise and, as he had developed a keen interest in the martial arts after seeing â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Karate Kidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, his parents decided to sign him up for classes at the National Martial Arts College in Leeds. Because of his health problems, which included serious problems with eating, swallowing and breathing, Jake has failed to grow properly and is less than one metre tall. Without his love for martial arts he would never have had the determination to get through his illnesses.

He is now focusing on becoming a martial arts instructor himself and has started instructor training. If he carries on at the rate he is going he could be a certified qualified Martial Arts Instructor by the age of ten!

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YOUNGER LIFE

We Love Stories From panto to picture books – there was plenty to appeal to young story lovers during a recent event organised by The Grammar School at Leeds in partnership with Leeds City Museum. ‘We Love Stories’ was a free family fun day during half term. Harrogate Theatre ran panto workshops and brought plenty of costumes so children could get into character and enjoy their favourite stories. The event was inspired by the museum’s current exhibition ‘Through the Magic Mirror’, which takes young readers through a recreation of the imaginary world in the books of Anthony Browne. Children also had the

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opportunity to try out the illustrator’s art, thanks to Huddersfield author and illustrator Stephen Waterhouse, who was invited along by Ilkley Literature Festival. “It was interesting to get some tips and find out how Stephen creates his ideas and see all the different media he uses to make his pictures”, said Megan Fletcher (11) from Spofforth. “I try to open up their imaginations and inspire them to create their own characters and express themselves through drawing”, said Stephen Waterhouse. “Everyone has a special style, there’s no actual way to draw and you’ll uncover your own drawing language so it has personality.”

It was interesting to get some tips and find out how Stephen creates his ideas

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Alwoodley Community Association Badminton Club Friendly group

welcomes all abilities for badminton & social events Mon from 9pm & Wed from 8.30pm. Details: Vicky 07561

Weekly class Mon 7-9pm at Chapel Allerton Primary School, Harrogate Rd, LS7. £5/4. Details: 07581 217074

Like to Walk? Join a group of walkers who meet Tues twice a month for 10 – 12 mile walks starting 10am.

Details: Richard 267 3623

Lindy Hop Dance Classes

Mon 8 – 11pm, Moortown Social Club, LS17 5LA. Beginners 8pm, Intermediate 9.30pm, Followed by social dancing. £5. Details:

292699, Phil 268 9996,

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Alwoodley Martial Arts Club – Karate Jutsu. Wed

Meanwood Amateur Boxing Club Mon &

6 – 7.30pm at Alwoodley Community Association, The Avenue LS17 7NZ. Family Karate. Free trial lesson.

Wed 5.45pm, Meanwood Workingmen’s Club, Stonegate Rd. Beginners welcome. Details: 07890

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Leeds English Folk Dancing Society Weds,

Meanwood Methodist Church (School Room), 7.30 – 9.30pm. Details: Derry

Fletcher 07792 319744

Leeds Naturist Group

(founded 1985) meets Sat 5 – 6.30pm at Bramley Baths & is open to all. Naturist swim & Russian steam bath, followed by refreshments in the studio. Identity documents required on first visit. Details:

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discipline, fun. Brilliant club for under 7s (Year 2) to adults. They train & play Sun 10:30am at Moss Valley, LS17 7NT. Details: Damian

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Pudsey & District Rambling Club Walks of

5 - 10 miles Sun & alt Thurs. New members welcome in this friendly, long established club with members from all over the district. Annual membership £8 (£1 juniors). Try before you join. Details:

01943 430657

Ramgarhia Sports Centre Adults: Circuit Training (Mon & Wed 6.30 – 7.30pm; Fri 6 – 7pm). £5 per class. Children: Cricket (ages 8-16, Sun 10am – noon); Hockey (Fri, 5 – 6pm). £2 per class.

All abilities welcome. Details:

262 5657, ‘Ramgarhia Sikh Centre’ on facebook.

Roundhay parkrun Sat 8.45am for 9am start, at the bandstand near The Mansion. Free 5k timed run for all ages & abilities. Details: www. parkrun.org.uk/roundhay

Scottish Country Dance Classes Mon 1.45 – 3.45pm, Tues 7.45 – 9.45pm at Adel Methodist Church, Gainsborough Ave (behind Lawnswood Arms). Also Thurs 7.30 – 10pm at Lidgett Park Methodist Church, Lidgett Place. All welcome. First class free. Good company, good music & good exercise. Details: Irene 263

1310, glyn.cup@virginmedia. com

Walkabout! Alwoodley-

FREE FOR charities, churches, social clubs & non-profit community groups

Chinese Brush Painters Society Sat 7 Dec, 10am -

4pm at Pool-in-Wharfedale Memorial Village Hall, Arthington Lane. Workshop on Chinese paper cutting with Brian Morgan. New members welcome. Details: Anne

Allan 01422 368482, mail@ cbpsyorks.co.uk

Stainbeck Art Club 2nd & 4th Tues, 1.45 – 4pm Meeting Room, Methodist Community Centre, Town St. Chapel Allerton. Practical & demonstrations. Also painting & sketching days out. New members all abilities welcome. Details: Rose or Ken 266 5005

COFFEE MORNINGS, FAIRS & MARKETS Community Cafe Thurs

11am – 2pm at Stainbeck United Reformed Church. Bookstall, ENEHL Debt & Benefit Advice, Police Contact Point, free wifi & help available. Followed by craft club.

based friendly group that enjoy walks, both local & further afield. Varied programme, short medium or long walks take place at weekends, evenings & midweek. Social activities too. All welcome. Details:

Coffee, Cake & Chat

Zumba Classes Fri 3.30 – 4.30pm, Northcall Community Centre, Cranmer Bank LS17. £1.50. Details:

Headingley Farmers’ Market 2nd Sat of month,

Barbara Wakefield 285 7136, Sarah Barnes 261 9212, Nicky Whitfield 267 9867 www. alwoodleywalkabout.org.uk

268 9993

ARTS & CRAFTS Alwoodley Art Group

Meets Thurs 7.30 – 9.30pm at The Community Hall, The Avenue, Alwoodley, LS17 2NZ. Practical meetings, workshops, demonstrations & talks. New members of all abilities welcome. Details:

Every 4th Sat, 10.30am – noon, Stainbeck Church, Stainbeck Rd. Cake stall, books, Fairtrade. All welcome. www.stainbeck.urc. org.uk

The Rose Garden in front of The Arc on North Lane. 9am – 12.30pm.

Oakwood Farmers’ Market 3rd Sat of month,

9am – 12.30pm at Oakwood Clock.

2251546, info@5dpublicity. com, www.alwoodleyartgroupleeds.com

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50 St Edmund’s Christmas Fayre Sat 30 Nov, 12 – 4pm

at St Edmund’s Church, Lidgett Park Rd, Roundhay. Various stalls, children’s games, Father Christmas, Teas.

St Gemma’s Christmas Market Fri 6 (3-8pm) &

COMMUNITY NOTICES

Gledhow Valley Conservation Area Group

A voluntary group that focuses on the heritage, green spaces & structures of the Conservation Area, bringing people together to value the historic environment with fundraising & social events.

Details: gvcag@yahoo.co.uk, www.gledhow.org.uk

Sat 7 (10am-3pm) Dec at hospice, Harrogate Rd. Moortown. Amazing stalls, lovely home wares & gifts, festive food, real Nordman non-drop Christmas Trees. Plus Santa in his Grotto & entertainment. Donations to the market (toys, gifts, bottles, cakes) gratefully received! Details: 218 5570

Greenpeace Leeds meet 1st Mon of month, 6.30pm Wharf Chambers, Wharf St, LS2 (by The Calls). Join the growing action to protect our forests, oceans & stop climate chaos. Details: Joe 07929

GROUPS/CLUBS

Headingley Games Club

Air Yorkshire Aviation Society Interested in

aviation, aircraft old and new, airports? Why not try Air Yorkshire - regular guest speakers, trips & social events. Details: Dave Senior

282 1818, www.airyorkshire. org.uk

Alwoodley Motor Club Every other Thurs,

8.30pm, The Wharfedale Inn, Arthington Lane. All welcome. Details: 391 0403,

www.alwoodleymc.org.uk.

Bridge For All! Leeds

Bridge Club, Stonegate Rd, Moortown A friendly bridge club offering Bridge five nights a week for experienced players. No partner needed on Tues & Thurs. Lessons for all levels from beginners upwards. Details: Anne 203

7821, www.leedsbridgeclub. com

Friends of Allerton Grange Fields Friendly

group of volunteers working to maintain & enhance Allerton Grange Fields off Lidgett Lane, LS17. New volunteers welcome to join events & activities, including litter picks, bulb & tree planting, shrub clearance.

Details: foagf@outlook.com, www.friendsallertongrange. org

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Thurs 6.30 – 10.30pm at HEART, Bennett Rd. Board games: Settlers, Puerto Rico, Carcassonne, mst Euro-games, etc. Tabletop games: 40k, Hordes, Flames of War, War machine, etc & Role Playing Games.

Details: 275 9762, http:// headingleygamesclub. com/ Facebook group: Headingley Games Club

Human Writes in Leeds (HWIL) meets Fri 13 Dec, 1.30pm in café of West Yorkshire Playhouse. Participants bring short pieces of their own writing for discussion. Details:

humanwritesinleeds. wordpress.com

Kaleidoscope Social Club

for over 50s & unattached with a zest for life. Monthly programme of events. Not a dating agency. Details:

262 1455 or 261 2619, www. kaleidoscopeleeds.weebly. com

Leeds Caledonians Sat

30 Nov, popular St Andrew’s dinner/dance at Castle Grove, Far Headingley. Tickets from 2670424. Sun 1 Dec 10.45am, Annual Church Service at Headingley St Columba, URC

Leeds Cat Rescue is run

by a group of cat loving volunteers who rehabilitate & do whatever they can for lost,

neglected & forgotten cats & kittens. If you can offer a loving home for one of them, please contact them. Details:

268 0488, leedscatrescue@ googlemail.com, www. leedscatrescue.btck.co.uk

Leeds Elmet Probus Club

provides a social gathering for retired men from professional & business backgrounds. Meets last Tues of month, 12 noon at Leeds 17 Restaurant, Nursery Lane, for lunch followed by guest speaker & short business meeting.

Details: Keith Robson 230 1559

Leeds Bridge Club Moor

Allerton Sports & Social Centre (MASSC), Stonegate Rd, LS17 Beginners classes: Mon 2 – 4.15pm, Fri 7 – 9.15pm, Thurs 1.30 - 3.45pm from 30 Sept. Improvers: Tues 12.45 – 3pm, Thurs 7 - 9.15pm, Fri 10 – 12.15pm, Fri 7 – 9.15pm from 1 Oct.

Details: Gill Copeland 225 7237, www.leedsbridgeclub. com

Leeds Hospital Alert

Small group of concerned people campaigning for preservation of the NHS. Meets at Muir Court, St Michael’s Rd. LS6. Details:

Beatrice Rogers 278 5495, info@leedshospitalalert. org.uk

Leeds Microscopical Society can help anyone interested in using a microscope. Details:

Mike Smith 293 5991, leedsmicroscopical.org.uk

Leeds Movie Makers Get

more out of your camcorder & film making. Stainbeck United Reformed Church Hall, Stainbeck Lane (rear entrance), Fri 7:30pm.

Details: George Woolley 225 6444, Doreen Wood 278 2972.

Leeds Oxfam Group

Lively group campaigning on issues of interest to everyone concerned about global justice. Panel discussion planned on importance of

international aid. Volunteers needed to fill interesting roles. Details: www.

oxfamleeds.org.uk/, or Facebook

Leeds Photographic Society meets Tues, 7.30pm

in St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Park Rd, LS8. (no meetings 24 or 31 Dec). Upcoming events Nov/Dec include a talk by Holmfirth photographer & hill walker Andy Leader & annual Ladies v Gents Competition.

Details: www.lps1852.co.uk & facebook

Leeds Probus Club

for retired professional/ businessmen, meets 2nd Thurs, 10.30am – 12 noon at St Matthew’s Church Meeting Room, Wood Lane LS7 for social gatherings with speakers. Details: 266 2310

Let’s Go LEEDS! Free, volunteer run social group organising a variety of events in North Leeds, city centre & around. All ages & friendly people welcome. Details: www.lets-go-leeds.co.uk

Moortown Community Group works to highlight

matters of interest or contention & aims to improve living in Moortown – e.g. Moortown in Bloom & campaign to save Yorkshire Bank Sports Field. New members welcome. Details:

269 5107, moortownc ommunitygroup@hotmail. co.uk, www.moorto wncommunitygroup.co.uk

National Trust in Leeds

meets monthly at St. Chad’s Parish Centre, Far Headingley. 3 Dec: Talk ‘The Two Worlds of Libya’, Professor Joyce Hill; 12 Dec: Members Coffee Morning & Christmas entertainment; 10 Jan: New Year lunch at Castle Grove; 14 Jan: Talk ‘Whatever happened to the Ridings’. New members welcome. Details: Pam 258

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North Leeds History Group meets Mon, 1 – 3pm

at Moor Allerton Library. Friendly, informal group. In 2013/14 they will be examining the history of Medieval Britain, with reflections on the modern world. Just £2 incl. refreshments. New members welcome. Details: 225 6405

North Leeds Friendship Centre Friendly group for

retired & over 50s – outings, lunches, ten pin bowling, theatre visits & more. Social afternoons with speakers 2nd Fri, 2pm at Moor Allerton Sports & Social Centre, Stonegate Rd. New members welcome. Details: Eileen 269

0084

North Leeds Model Flying Club New members very

welcome, experienced or beginners. Building or flying, plenty of friendly advice. Regular meetings at Horsforth or airfield at Almscliff Crag.

Details: 217 8348, www.nlmfc. org

Otley & Wharfedale MacMillan Cancer Support Fundraising Group covers NW Leeds & meets monthly to plan events. Looking for new members. Details or to book

a speaker: 261 3758/ 01943 467299

Shadwell Horticultural Society welcomes new

members. Membership includes monthly guest speaker, newsletters, society shop & free entry to annual Flower Show. An opportunity to meet people & access expert advice. Details: Susan 273

8821

Slaid Hill in Bloom -Join

their working parties! Everyone welcome. Meet outside Dexter Pub 10am – 12 noon. No experience necessary. Lunch & a chat at the pub from 12.30pm. New

Details: www.slaidhillinbloom. org

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:

0844 8111025, www.leedsivc. org.uk

Trackrod Motor Club

Meets 1st Tues of each month, 9.30pm at Old Modernians Club, Cookridge Lane. New Members welcome. Details:

www.trackrodmotorclub.co.uk

U3A Leeds is a friendly, lively organisation for anyone no longer in full time work. Over 20 special interest groups & fortnightly talks on various topics, held at Moor Allerton Sports & Social Club.

Details: 07552 448834, www. u3aleeds.org.uk

West Yorkshire Fuchsia Society meets 3rd Wed,

7.30pm Moorside Tenants & Residents Community Centre, St Catherine’s Dr. Bramley, LS13. Find out about growing this delightful flower & exhibiting at gardening shows.

Details: Graham Wheatley (Sec) 256 3055, Sid Tagger (Chair) 268 7868

MUSIC Alwoodley Community Choir meets Wed, 5.45 –

7.15pm downstairs in the Lord Darcy, Harrogate Rd. Friendly group of all ages & abilities, singing pops, standards, shows songs. Currently working towards busy pre-Christmas calendar of gigs. New members welcome - why not give them a try? Details: Jean

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52 Durham Cathedral Girls’ Choir 19 Dec, 12.45 –

1.30pm (doors 12.15pm) at St George’s Church, singing an assortment of Christmas songs. Free but limited space – book via 0113 245 9061,

events. Details: Iveta 07546

459 409, leeds.violin@gmail. com

Guitar for Beginners

giving@stgeorgescrypt. org.uk

Mon 4pm (ages 7-12), 4.45 – 5.45 (13+). £3. Northcall Community Centre, Cranmer Bank LS17. Details: 268 9993

Leeds Haydn Players

Leeds Guild of Singers

perform Beethoven Symphony no.2, Haydn Piano Sonata op.37 in D, & Haydn’s horn concerto in D (soloist David Horwich) on Sun 1 Dec at Seven Arts, Harrogate Rd Chapel Allerton. Tickets

£10 on door, or from Robin Jakeways 01943 466331, r.jakeways@btopenworld. com

Leeds Folk Fiddle Group rehearses Thurs,

7pm at 1 St Mark’s Ave, Leeds. Fiddle players of all standards welcome. Friendly, supportive & informal environment. Wide repertoire, enthusiastic players. Play at charity

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Confident sightreader? Like to sing renaissance & contemporary music in a small friendly choir? LGS welcomes new members in all voice groups, especially tenors & basses. Rehearsals Tues 7.30 – 9.30pm at Leeds University.

Details: secretary@ leedsguildofsingers.org.uk

Matinee Band Friendly, supportive, instrumental group playing eclectic mix of music looking for new members, any instrument. Reading ability desirable but not essential. Meet Thurs 2 – 3.30pm at Quaker Meeting House, 136 Street Lane LS8.

£5 per session. Details:

martinonline@ntlworld.com

Phoenix Concert Band

Community concert band for players of Grade 6 standard & over. Rehearsals Thurs 7.30 – 9.30pm at The Grammar School at Leeds, Tebb Room in music department. To join or book the band for a concert

visit www.phoenixband. co.uk or email: secretary@ phoenixband.co.uk

Players for Pleasure offers playing opportunities to adult amateur musicians. All levels, beginners to advanced. All instruments & all ages over 18. New performers especially welcome. Friendly, informal & supportive atmosphere. Details: www. playersforpleasure.co.uk

Roundhay Ukulele Group Meets Wed 8 – 9.30pm at Terry Yorath House, 18 Devonshire Close, LS8. Strum & sing your favourite songs (from Rock

to Pop) on the Ukulele! All abilities welcome. £6 per session. Details: jen@

bighooha.co.uk, www. roundhayukulelegroup. wordpress.com & on facebook

Society of Recorder Players – meets 2nd &

4th Sat pm in Bingley & Headingley. Different conductors take each meeting. Intermediate players, all recorders. New members welcome. Details:

Caroline 01943 467348

Singing to Raise Funds

Fairfax Singers will bring some lovely music to help raise much needed funds for your charity. Details: 01274

597024, 01943 877464 www. fairfaxsingers.org.uk

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North Leeds Life readers. Simply email concerts@ leeds.ac.uk quoting ‘NLL Offer’, your chosen event, & your contact details [Offer subject to availability, for two tickets per person to a single concert]. Visit www.concerts.

leeds.ac.uk for listings.

West Riding Opera

has vacancies for chorus members to participate in concerts & staged opera selections. All voice ranges welcome, no audition.

Details: 01274 595978, davewb8@sky.com

White Rosettes Female barbershop chorus

(four part unaccompanied harmony), 12 x national champions, rehearse Wed 7.30 – 10pm at Moorlands School, Foxhill Dr, Weetwood Lane, LS16. Details: Jan

Spencer 07852 210640, membership@whiterosettes. org.uk

Yorkshire Late Starter Strings (YLSS) rehearse

Sat, 10am – 12.30pm. Friendly, informal string orchestra made up of adult learners who play a stringed instrument. Players of all abilities welcome. Specific beginners group for those especially new to playing.

Details: www.ylss.org

Yorkshire Clarinet Ensemble Rehearses alt

Wed, 8 – 9.45pm (term time) at HEART, Bennett Rd, Headingley. For players of Grade 5+ standard. New players welcome. Details:

Deborah Pennington 07910 414586, mpenn.dpenn@ ntlworld.com

SENIORS Chapel Allerton Good Neighbours (CAGN)

welcomes local seniors on 1st Tues every month, 2pm at Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre. Interesting speakers, refreshments & laughter.

Details: Daisy 887 3597

Chapel Allerton Town St Lunch Club Tues 12.15

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– 1.45pm in the Methodist Centre. Hot Meal £4, friendship & chat. Transport can be provided. Volunteers welcome. Details: Vivienne

& Paul 268 2513, Jenny & David 266 1502, or paul_ chaplin@hotmail.com

Craft Club Thurs, 2.15 –

4pm at Stainbeck Church, Stainbeck Rd, LS7. Informal group for all crafting abilities & interests. Join in group activities or bring your own along. All welcome. Donation to cover materials welcome.

Details: 393 0600, www. interact.uk.net

Community Action for Roundhay Elders (CARE)

welcomes people over 60 Thurs 1.30 - 3.30pm at Brackenwood Community Centre for Social activities, friendship & trips. Details:

Fiona 07736 825382

Leeds & Bradford Friendship Group meets

1st Wed of month, 1.30pm at Pudsey Civic Hall LS28 5TA. Speaker or entertainment at 2pm. Friendship & activities for people of retirement age. Days out, dining, walks, computers, etc. New members welcome. Details:

258 5955 or 267 5657

Lunch Club & Over 55s Club Wed 12 – 3pm. Two

course meal £3.50 followed by fun activities. Northcall Community Centre, Cranmer Bank, Leeds LS17. Details:

268 9993

MAECare Coffee Mornings: 3rd Thurs,

10.30am –12, Moortown Methodist Church Hall, Alderton Rise, LS17. £2 /£2.50. Music & Memories: 1st Thurs, 10.30am – 12, Moortown Social Club, £1.50. Creative Crafts: Mon 10.30am – 12.30pm, Methodist Church Hall. £3. Nintendo Wii: 1st Tues, 10.30am – 12, Moorhaven Court, LS17 £1. MAECare Strollers: fortnightly, 10.30am 57 Cranmer Bank. Short, accessible walks. Details:

MAECare 266 0371

Roundhay Tea & Chat Club Tues 1.45 – 3.30pm

at Terry Yorath House, Devonshire Ave. Club for over 70s who would like to make new friends & take part in wide range of activities. £1.

Details: Carole 269 6632

Stainbeck URC Lunch Club Stainbeck Rd. Mon &

Wed, 11am – 1.30pm (£4). Meal, friendship, gentle exercise. Transport provided. Volunteers welcome. Details:

Avril or Brian 293 5847, Angela 225 3766, www. stainbeck.urc.org.uk

SPIRITUAL Christian Science Church

Sunday Services & Sunday School 11am. Testimony Meeting 1st Wed 8pm. Devonshire Ave. (next to Texaco petrol station) off Street Lane LS8. Bible based, Everyone welcome.

Hare Krishna Programme Tues 7 – 8.30pm at Cardigan Centre, 145 Cardigan Rd. LS6. Mantra Meditation, Kirtana Yoga, Enchanting Music, Ecstatic Dancing, Discourses on Bhagavad Gita & Great Vegetarian Food. Everyone welcome. Free. Details: 07726 688778,

gouranga108@gmail.com

Kagyu Buddhist Group

Tues, 7.30pm Friends Meeting House, 188 Woodhouse Lane, LS2. Dropin meditation class practising calm-abiding, reflective meditation suitable for all. £4. Details: 01282 841570,

yorkshire@dechen.org, www.dechen.org

Learn to meditate FWBO Leeds Buddhist

Centre. A contemporary approach to meditation, mindfulness & the Buddhist tradition. Also classes in yoga & bodywork, chronic pain & stress management.

Details: 244 5256, www. leedsbuddhistcentre.org

Range of toddler, children’s, youth, house groups & senior projects run through week.

Details: 269 3750, www. moortownbaptistchurch. org.uk

Natural Healing Centre

Healing offered Thurs by members of NFSH The Healing Trust. 7pm - 8.30pm at The Friend’s Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay, Leeds LS8.

Details: 07949 972690, www. leedshealingcentre.org

Roundhay Evangelical Church Roundhay

Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Dr (near Oakwood Clock). Sundays 10.30am & 6.30pm. Friendly, informal & biblecentred. All welcome. Christmas programme: Children’s celebration, Sat 21 Dec, 4.30pm; Carols by Candlelight (lovely service!) Sun 22 Dec, 6.30pm.

Details: www.roundhaye vangelicalchurch.com

St John’s Church,

Moortown Sunday Services 8am, 10am & 6.30pm at the junction of Harrogate Rd & Ring Rd, LS17 7BZ. Everyone welcome. Details: www.

stjohnsmoorallerton.org

Stainbeck United Reformed Church

Stainbeck Rd. Sunday Worship 10.45am - family worship & Sunday Club followed by refreshments. Communion 2nd Sunday. Praise & reflection: Thurs 7.30 – 8pm.

Stillness Group Every Mon at Friends’ Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay LS8. Based on the teachings of Eckhart Tolle, author of The Power of Now & A New Earth. Spend time in stillness with like minded friends.

Details: Sally 07884 332644, www.peacenowhere.com

Moortown Baptist Church 204 King Lane, LS17. Sunday services 10.30am & 6pm.

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COMMUNITY NOTICES

54 Weekly Buddhist Meditation Classes

7.30 - 9.30pm in Oakwood (Tue), Leeds City Centre (Wed) & Horsforth (Thur).

Details: 265 2118, info@ meditationinleeds.org www. meditationinleeds.org

SUPPORT Arthritis Care Leeds meets 3rd Tues of each month, 7.30 – 9pm, St Chad’s Parish Centre, Far Headingley. New members welcome. Details:

Pat 275 7694

Association of Blind Asians Leeds is looking for

volunteers who could provide a valuable sighted guiding service to reduce isolation & increase independence of visually impaired people in Leeds. Details: Sonal 210

3347

Crohn’s & Colitis UK

Support for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) & their families in North & West Yorkshire. Regular meetings.

Details: 0845 130 6809, Leeds@crohnsandcolitis. org.uk, www.groups. crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/ Leeds

Different Strokes Invites

stroke survivors to join them, Wed 1.45 – 3.45pm, Adel Stables, Back Church Lane. Incl. an hour of exercise.

Details: Linda McLean 225 4744

IBS Leeds Friendly,

informal meetings for fellow sufferers of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Details:

matt@letscureibs.com

Leeds Multiple Sclerosis Society uses Armley

Leisure Centre for activity classes (transport available). MS Chat is held every two weeks. The Leeds society has over 300 members & new members are very welcome.

Details: Help Line: 0808 800 8000

Leeds Samaritans Confidential, non-

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judgemental support 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair. They listen with an open mind & in complete confidence, for as long as you need. Details: 245

01937 573166, or John & Ann 274 9074. www. marigoldwellbeingcentre. org.uk

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TALKS & DISCUSSIONS

Leeds Weekend Care Association (LWCA)

of month with a guest speaker presentation & regular telescope nights at Quaker Friends Meeting House, Woodhouse Lane, LS2. Visitors welcome, first visit free. Details: info@

Section) Sat 14 Dec, 11am at 23 Clarendon Rd, Leeds, a lecture entitled ‘Isabella Ford, trade unionist, socialist & women’s suffrage campaigner’ by Janet Douglas. Free drop-in sessions Tues 2 - 4 pm for anyone needing help with family history research.

6789, 08457 909090

provides respite care to families with children who have complex care needs via weekend playgroups, trips for teens & one-to-one home based care. Looking for people to volunteer to join their Management Committee as Trustees.

Details: 216 5133, angela. roberts@lwca.co.uk

Overeaters Anonymous Weds 6.30pm at Roundhay Friends Meeting House. All welcome. Details: 07981

940603, www.oagb.org.uk

The Owls New citywide

informal child minding group offering support, training & information, & social events. Membership £5 pa. Details:

228 8509

Parkinson’s UK Leeds meet 2nd Wed, 2pm at St Chad ‘s Parish Centre, Headingley. Support for anybody affected by Parkinson’s. Exercise classes in Otley, Horsforth, Moortown. Details: Linda

Thompson, 01943 461640

Wharfedale General Hospital Cardiac Club

(affiliated with British Heart Foundation) is open to former cardiac patients & their partners. Opportunity to take part in exercise classes under supervision of qualified instructors. Meets Mon, Wed & Thurs at Wharfedale General Hospital. £3. Details:

Clive Wilkinson 267 1721

The Marigold Wellbeing Centre (formerly Yorkshire Cancer Help Centre) is at the Day Therapy Centre, St Michael’s Hospice, Harrogate, two Saturdays a month. Support for people with cancer & other chronic conditions. Details: Karen

Leeds Astronomical Society meets 2nd Wed

leedsastronomy.org.uk, www.leedsastronomy.org.uk

Leeds RSPB Group

Weds 4 Dec, 7.30pm at Friends Meeting House, 188 Woodhouse Lane. AGM followed by an illustrated talk by Peter & Barbara Murphy on developments at Rodley Nature Reserve. All welcome.

Details: rspbleeds@ googlemail.com

Leeds Oxfam Group

campaigns on issues of interest to everyone concerned about global justice. Tues 10 Dec: talk on Oxfam in Uganda, 7pm at Leeds Civic Hall. Looking for volunteers to fill interesting roles. Find them on Facebook.

MICA (Meetings in Chapel

Allerton) First Wed of month – interesting, inspiring & motivational talks in the area of personal development, providing you with ideas to apply to your daily life & help motivate you. Details:

mikefm100@gmail.com

Royal Meteorological Society Monthly informal

public talks on all aspects of weather & climate at School of Earth & Environment, University of Leeds. 4 Dec: ‘Hurricane Sandy: One Year After’, Dr Jonathan Fairman, University of Manchester. Free & open to all. Details:

r.herbert@see.leeds.ac.uk, http://tinyurl.com/rmetsyc

Talking Allowed in Leeds (TAIL) meets Thurs

19 Dec, 1.45pm. Details:

Yorkshire Archaeological Society (Family History

Details: Mrs J. Butler 263 9540

WOMEN’S GROUPS Chapel Pie WI Friendly,

fun women’s group for all ages. Visitors welcome (£3). Annual membership £33.

Details: chapelpiewi@gmail. com, www.chapelpiewi.com, Facebook at Chapel Pie WI.

Methodist Women’s Luncheon Club (Leeds

& District) Welcomes new members to their monthly meetings at Devonshire Hall, Headingley on 2nd Wed of each month. Good food & excellent speakers! Details:

Shirley 257 9381.

Roundhay WI meets monthly & also runs a wide range of social groups, activities & outings. Join them on 2nd Thurs, 7.15pm at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Shaftesbury Ave LS8. Details: 266 5648, wiroundhay@ gmail.com

Soroptimist International

Meet 2nd Mon, 7pm at Weetwood Hall. All ladies welcome. Details: www.sigbi.

org/leeds

University of Leeds Ladies’ Club welcomes

women connected to the Uni as either serving or former staff members, partners of staff, or grads. Regular events. Details: uleedslc@

gmail.com

White Rose Ladies Speakers Club meets 2nd & 4th Mon, 7.15pm Farsley Library, Old Rd, Farsley,

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LS28. A friendly environment in which to improve your speaking skills. Details:

Pauline Neale, 269 3542, pauline.neale@ntlworld. com, www.the-asc.org.uk

YOUNGER LIFE Leeds Junior Chess Club

Meets Sun 5.30 – 7.30pm at Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, Alwoodley. Ideal for ages 7-18 of all standards. Coaching from accredited coaches, competitive & friendly play, fun tournaments. Details:

John Hipshon 226 7759, www.leedsjuniorchess.org.uk

Youth Club Mon in term time. Ages 8 – 12: 7 – 8.30pm; ages 13+: 7 – 9pm. Stainbeck Church, Stainbeck Rd. LS7. Games, crafts, table tennis, pool, PS3, Wii, events. Details: 393 0600, www. interact.uk.net

7th Moor Allerton Brownies Seek New

Members A number of Brownies have gone up to Guides so the group has places available. They meet Mon in LS17 from 6 – 7.15pm. Details: 7thmoora

llertonbrownies@gmail.com

Parent & Tots Group

Tues (term time) 1.30-3pm Queens Hall, Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 294 Harrogate Rd, Moortown. £2 per family, incl. drink & snack. Everyone welcome. Details: Raegan

saintraegan@yahoo.co.uk, Sam mumba40@gmail.com

RJC Dance Gymnastics For Young People Tues

3.45 – 4.45pm (ages 6-10); 4.45 – 5.45pm (age 11+) at the Mandela Centre, Chapeltown Rd. LS7. All abilities welcome. £4.

Details: 239 2040, stef@ rjcdance.org.uk

Gledhow Elfins Children’s Activity Group meets

Tues 6.15 – 7.15pm at Gledhow Primary School. Outdoor & indoor fun for 6 – 9 year olds, including nature walks, scavenger hunts, craft activities & physical games, often with topical themes. £1 per week. Part of the Woodcraft Folk movement www.woodcraft. org.uk Details: Helen

gledhowleeds@woodcraft. org.uk

MISC/ EVENTS Don’t Act Your Age A

social improvisation drama group for the over 50s meets at Seven Arts, Harrogate Rd, Chapel Allerton on Tues 10.45am – 12.45pm. All welcome. Details: Ron

Wiener 266 7722

St Gemma’s Festive Flag Day Sat 30 Nov, 9am – 5pm.

Volunteers are needed to help with one of the hospice’s main collections in Leeds City Centre, White Rose Shopping Centre, your local high street, or near a St Gemma’s shop. Collect for however long suits you. Every hour helps! They hope to raise over £6,000.

Details: Jenny 218 5565, jennyd@st-gemma.co.uk,

www.st-gemma.co.uk

Three Wise Men - St

Weetwood Lane, LS16. Visitors welcome 10am – 2.45pm. Free admission. Donations welcome. Details:

261 4344 For events & pony days visit www. hopepastures.org

George’s Crypt Christmas Cards now on sale. Designed by Leeds primary school kids. £2 per pack of 8. Available from the Crypt & Crypt shops in Oakwood & Armley. All money goes towards their Christmas Appeal helping homeless & vulnerable adults throughout the Winter.

Leeds & Moortown Furniture Store Registered

Yorkshire Animal Shelter Many cats & kittens

Hope Pastures Horse & Donkey Sanctuary

charity that collects donated/ unwanted furniture & passes it on to people in need. Call to arrange convenient pick up times. Details: 273 9727,

leedsandmoortown.org.uk

desperate for new homes! Donations always welcome.

Details: 07968 817803, www. yorkshireanimalshelter. org.uk

Lipreading For anyone with a hearing loss.

Wed & Thurs, 1 – 3pm at DALES (Deaf Across Leeds Enablement Service) Minerva House, East Parade Leeds. Details: Susan Lee

07910 831646, susan@ susanleelipreading.com

Salvation Army Community Carol Concert Sun 8 Dec, 3pm

Leeds Town Hall. Family celebration featuring Salvation Army bands, choirs, timbrelists, & children’s choir. Special guests Alex Ward & African Youth Choir. In aid of Yorkshire Cancer Centre. Tickets £5 from Salvation Army, 35 Baronsway, Whitkirk, LS15 7AW. Please make cheques payable to ‘The Salvation Army’ & send SAE. Details:

225 0330.

EMAIL YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICES TO CAROLE@ NORTHLEEDS LIFE.CO.UK

Have you recently had thoughts or feelings related to suicide? Researchers at the University of Leeds are seeking adults (18 years or older) to take part in a confidential study aimed at understanding how thoughts and feelings related to suicide relate to how people respond to stressful situations. Participation involves: • One visit to the University to complete questionnaires and individual tasks and measures • Answering questions in two brief follow-up telephone interviews To find out more, please contact Jessica at 0113 343 6696 or email at starlab@leeds.ac.uk More information is also available at http://tinyurl.com/npnrqhn

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