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Dear Readers, Well, we made it. We got through January! One month into the new year, how’s 2014 shaping up for you? Managing to uphold those resolutions? Hopefully last month’s Health & Fitness feature helped to get you motivated to be more active. This month we bring you news of how local musician Rupert Stroud conquered Al Jazeera TV and championed Alzheimer’s Research; and we flag up a great storytelling Half Term in Leeds. We also take a look at the Playhouse’s new production of ‘Of Mice & Men’, featuring the brilliant Mississippi musician Heather Christian. We stuﬀ ourselves

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silly at new pan-Asian buﬀet joint, Cosmo, and look forward to the Big Jewish Nosh Fest. We also celebrate the history-making sporting success of GSAL’s hockey teams, and hear from a local councillor challenging the regular delays in building developments. Plus there’s lots of local community news, with the usual reviews and features. Don’t forget to send in all your news and notices by 4th February for our March edition (1st March for April), and your advertising requirements by 7th February (7th March for April). We look forward to hearing from you.

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I n Th i s I s s u e Rupert Stroud Stands Up for Alzheimer’s Research!

Local singer/songwriter finds himself talking about Alzheimer’s on Al Jazeera TV

13 Development Delays Can Have Devastating Impact

With Mississippi musician Heather Christian and designer Max Jones on board, this Playhouse production promises to be visually and musically stunning.

22 The First Leeds Big Jewish NOSH Fest!

Half Term is Alive with Storytelling!

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14 Of Mice and Men - As You Never Heard it Before

18 Leeds theatres and museums have great things planned for February Half Term

Changes in planning rules are called for to avoid buildings becoming eyesores for local communities.

Tantalise your taste buds with Jewish Culinary delights on Sunday 23rd February

44 Inspiring. Achieving. Celebrating! Leeds Sports Awards Spotlight Leeds’ Sporting Best

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EDITORIAL

Carole Carey-Campbell

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orkshire batsman Joe Sayers recently announced his retirement from First Class cricket. Joe (known to his team-mates as Squirrel or Squidge), played his entire county career spanning nine years at Yorkshire, notching up 97 First-class matches for Yorkshire, scoring 4,855 runs, and amassing nine centuries. He is one of only seven Yorkshire cricketers to have carried his bat through a completed innings more than once. Sayers, 30, graduated from Oxford University with a degree in Physics and gave up a promising junior career as a goalkeeper at Bradford City to pursue life as a professional cricketer. “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as a professional cricketer with Yorkshire”, said Joe. “I would like to take this opportunity to thank everybody associated with the Club, in particular the supporters, and I wish the lads all the best for the 2014 season.” As a tribute to his time with Yorkshire, Joe decided to write a behind-the-scenes book – the timing of which coincided with the 150th anniversary of the club. The recently published

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‘Rose-Tinted Summer: The Dressing Room Diary’ takes a look at the peaks and troughs of the Summer of 2013 in a beautifully written account, revealing the tensions and drama of the dressing room. Because Joe spent time in both the First and Second XI camps, he was able to describe the feelings of young players on the first rungs of the ladder as well as those at the very top. Beginning in January 2013, when the Club launched its 150th anniversary celebrations, it goes on to describe the preparations for the new season. It takes in the pre-season tour of Barbados when the players knew that they must perform in order to stake a claim for first team places, then the season proper. The thrill of soaring to the top of the Championship table, is tinged with a sadness and frustration that the team could not match such scintillating form in the one-day arena. The Preface features international perspectives of Yorkshire by former England captain, Michael Vaughan, and Australia’s current coach, Darren Lehmann, both of whom were White Rose team-mates and close friends. Joe also catches up with Joe Root as he prepares for the Ashes tour and in a splendid interview discovers what led to the spectacular rise of one of Yorkshire and England’s greatest young players. ‘Rose-Tinted Summer: The Dressing Room Diary’ (£17.99) will appeal to cricket fans, both young and old. Published by Great Northern Books, it is available from the Club shop in Headingley (0843 504 3099) and all good book shops.

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TOMMY CLAPHAM (1817-1895) Showman And Entrepreneur

The old Bear Pit on Cardigan Road is a familiar local landmark and an extraordinary survival. Cared for now by the Civic Trust, it is one of the few reminders of an idealistic and ambitious project: the Leeds Zoological and Botanical Gardens, which from 1840 until the 1860s occupied this whole area. There was no road then, only lawns and shaded paths, fountains, lakes, tall trees and colourful flowers, enclosed within high stone walls. The bear pit was home to a solitary Russian brown bear, with only a fox, a racoon and a few swans for company – lions or elephants had proven too expensive. Founded with high ideals and stern rules against Sunday opening and alcohol, always under-funded and dogged by problems, the Gardens failed to make money and were closed after only eight years. At this point one of the original investors, a young entrepreneur called Thomas (Tommy) Clapham, offered to take them over – only 30 years old, and bursting with fresh ideas, he was confident he could make the Gardens a popular success. Tommy, originally from Keighley, was drawn to Leeds by all the opportunities the growing town offered. He saw his chance when the new Leeds-Thirsk railway opened in 1849, linking Leeds with Harrogate and Ripon and passing right by the Burley end of the Gardens, where trains could stop. He set himself up as a railway excursion agent, took on the lease of the Gardens, changed the name to ‘The Royal Gardens’, and switched the emphasis to popular entertainment and fun – monkeys whose antics made people laugh, firework displays, balloon ascents, military bands, spectacular galas – all at a lower entrance price to bring the crowds in. He tried everything, but even he could not make the Gardens pay, and ten years later, in 1858, he was forced to close. Even the elderly bear was auctioned off, with the lawnmowers and other equipment. Undeterred, Tommy borrowed

and in 1870 was elected a town councillor.

money and bought several plots of land

Crowds came to enjoy his Park (though many chose

next to Woodhouse Moor, including

to watch from the Moor without paying), but it was the

as an estate agent, and finally retired

the Victoria cricket ground, and set up

subject of numerous complaints about noise and immoral

to Hull with his young third wife. He

the ‘Royal Park’, with an eye to popular

behaviour, and it failed to make enough money to pay off

died there in 1895, aged 78.

appeal. The Park, 20 acres in extent,

his heavy mortgages. He sold off some of his additional

The Royal Park is still remembered

could boast ‘the biggest dance platform

land, then offered to sell the whole Park to the Council as

in local street names but Tommy’s

in the world’, sports and races, clay

a sports ground, but all to no avail. He tried setting up as a

house has gone and his road was soon

pigeon shooting, spectacular fireworks

limited company but was overwhelmed by debt, and in 1871

renamed Brudenell Road (no one wants

and shows, even a visit from the famous

his creditors foreclosed and forced him to put everything

to celebrate a failure). Tommy Clapham

Blondin, hero of the Niagara tightrope

up for sale. By then he had already planned his escape

was a disaster financially, leaving many

crossing (though he proved rather

to London, where in 1871 he took on the management of

creditors behind him, and he attracted

tame and disappointing). Tommy

the once successful but now ailing Royal Surrey Gardens

much condemnation from the high-

built a house for himself next to the

in Kennington. Meanwhile he had to continue running

minded, but he was remembered

Park gate in the new road he had laid

the Royal Park in Leeds while he tried to find a buyer, his

affectionately by others for the colour

out and named Clapham Road, and

problems compounded when he was fined for allowing

and entertainment he tried to bring

kept a close eye on his enterprise. A

betting on games of Knurr and Spell and lost his license.

into the drab, grim lives of people living

distinctive lively figure, tall and red-

He finished up bankrupt both in Leeds and then in London,

and working in the smoke and squalor

haired, sporting tight check trousers,

where he had to close the Royal Surrey Gardens in 1877. He

of Victorian Leeds.

he was a popular character about town,

remained in London for the next few years making his living

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By Eveleigh Bradford

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The history of Leeds comes under the spotlight again in February when Leeds Civic Trust Director, Dr Kevin Grady, presents another series of half-hour lunchtime lectures from 1.15 – 1.45pm at Holy Trinity Church, Boar Lane, LS1.

Of all parts Wednesday 5th February: ‘The Transformation of a City: Historic Panoramas and Prospects of Leeds 1685-1900’. See some amazing engravings and paintings showing how the Leeds townscape and streetscape has changed over the last 350 years.

the 18th century to the present day, going back to the days when the Leeds butchers’ Shambles was in Briggate, the Cattle Market was on the site of Kirkgate Market, and the site of the today’s Victoria Quarter was occupied by seven large slaughter houses.

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Wednesday 26 February:

‘Mr Cossins and His Remarkable New and Exact Plan of the Town of Leedes’ 1726’. Dr Grady explains how this amazing map was made and reveals early Georgian Leeds in fascinating detail. It also reveals secrets about the development of the town during the Middle Ages.

‘Leeds South Bank: Past, Present and Future’ explores the history and development of Hunslet and Holbeck over three centuries. Of all parts of Leeds these areas

of Leeds Hunslet and Holbeck have experienced the most dramatic change

have experienced the most dramatic change. The Industrial Revolution transformed them from rural villages and farmland to vast industrial suburbs. In the twentieth century they were carved up by motorways and vast areas cleared due to the decline of manufacturing. Today exciting new plans are afoot for ‘Leeds South Bank’ to be at the forefront of the city’s continuing renaissance.’ For further information, contact Dr Kevin Grady on 0113 243 9594 or see www.leedscivictrust.org.uk under Forthcoming Events

Wednesday 19 February: ‘When the Streets Ran with Blood’ tells the story of butchers, cattle markets and slaughterhouses from

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Andrew Geoghegan is BJA Designer of the Year Andrew Geoghegan, who used to be based in Chapel Allerton, was recently voted winner of the British Jewellers’ Association (BJA) ‘Designer of the Year’ award 2013. Andrew, who attended The Grammar School at Leeds, has developed an impressive collection of beautiful bridal jewellery, cocktail rings, pendants and earrings called ‘AG’ and has a large, dedicated following. “2013 has been another remarkable year for AG”, said Andrew. “It’s hugely exciting time for us at the moment as we are also about to make our international debut in Munich. And, we recently moved to a beautiful converted farm building just outside Wetherby. I have a feeling inspiration will be at an all time high once I’m surrounded by all that glorious landscape.” Andrew was named in the ‘Hot 100’ list of jewellery movers and shakers in 2012, the BJA ‘Designer of the Year’ award is one of the most respected accolades in the industry. www.andrewgeoghegan.com

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Development Delays Can Have Devastating Impact Councillor Jane Dowson (Chapel Allerton) is calling for changes in planning rules that will ensure that developers start work on derelict properties as soon as possible after receiving planning permission, to avoid buildings becoming eyesores for local communities. At a recent Council Meeting, Councillor Dowson spoke about the implications of extending the time period for planning permission for Mansion House, a Grade II listed building, part of the Mansion Gate development in Chapel Allerton. According to Leeds Civic Trust, the former Chapel Allerton Hospital “sits a sad wreck in the middle of the modern Mansion Gate housing development, neglected and ignored despite its prominent position and Grade II listing. The building is yet another example of the consequences of not placing firm enough conditions on a developer so that they are able to profit from a historic setting but are not compelled to complete works to the listed building itself.” Councillor Dowson strongly advocates the sympathetic development of this building. Mansion House has had planning permission since 2007 and this permission has been extended twice, most recently in late 2013. The building dates to 1835-40 and was designed by John Clark for the mill owner John Hives. It is built of fine dressed stone in the Greek Revival style. The central pediment is supported by two giant fluted Ionic columns. The hipped roof has fine chimneys in the form of linked short Ionic columns. The interiors were equally grand with green marble and stone floors; with more fluted Ionic columns in the hall, and a paneled ceiling featuring classical moulded plaster decoration. There are the remains of a fine tunnel-vaulted stairwell with divided staircase, ornate iron balusters, and roundarched stair windows.

Councillor Dowson is determined that developers should prioritise building on sites when they have permission. “Mansion House is a lovely building and I do not want to see it deteriorate further”, she said. “The current laws do not place any requirement on developers to fulfill their planning agreements. “Sir Michael Lyons has been asked to look into how 200,000 houses a year can be built in Britain. Part of this includes ensuring developers start work on the land where they have planning permission. For us to achieve our housing ambition we need to legislate and insist that developers start work immediately on sites where they have permission.”

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Arts & Culture

The whole company will be involved in the music, which

This month, John Steinbeck’s ‘Of Mice and Men’ starts a month-long run at West Yorkshire Playhouse (28th February – 29th March) and it sounds like it is definitely not to be missed. Directed by Associate Director Mark Rosenblatt, who recently joined The Playhouse from The National Theatre Studio, this will be no clichéd, comfortable ride. With names like Mississippi musician Heather Christian and designer Max Jones on board, it promises to be both visually and musically stunning. “This is such a well known story”, said Mark, “the challenge is to bring something new to the production. It is a perfect play – I’ve rarely read something so complete in itself, working towards its tragic ending.” The play revolves around two friends, George and Lennie, itinerant workers travelling from town to town looking for work during The Great Depression. George’s dream is that he and Lennie, a sweet, simple, gentle giant of a man, will own their own ranch one day and we share the

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loneliness, isolation and sacrifice that follows them on their journey. It’s relentlessly hot. Everywhere they go hundreds of others are in the same boat. Everyone’s is looking for work to survive. “The characters have such anger in them”, continued Mark. “It is raw. Men are talking about money, booze, work, using prostitutes. It’s very masculine. “I saw ‘Mission Drift’ last year at The National, in which Heather Christian both performed and wrote the music. I felt immediately that her sound and attitude would suit the world of ‘Of Mice & Men’ perfectly. It is so rooted in American tradition and so much is revealed through the music.” ‘Mission Drift’, presented by TEAM, a New York-based ensemble whose aim is to make new work about the experience of living in America today, was a huge success. The music fused Las

will feel as contemporary as it does historic

Vegas glitz with Western ballads and Southern blues. Heather has a very unique style. Her songs are born out of adversity, full of emotion. A classically trained pianist and daughter of a blues musician, she has developed a style that draws on all these various elements. Variety Magazine described her performances as “howling like a werewolf with a voice made of molasses”! Heather has not only written all the music for ‘Of Mice and Men’, she also plays Curly’s wife. The whole company will be involved in the music, which will feel as contemporary as it does historic. Designer Max Jones loves the challenge of an epic production, which this promises to be. In The Quarry theatre he will be able to take advantage of its huge space to create that feeling of vast American landscapes as a background to this timeless story of friendship, isolation and hope.

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Northern Spark Brings Mamet to Seven Arts

American soprano Kelly Cae Hogan returns to Opera North in calmer circumstances to take on the role of Lady Macbeth in the company’s production of Verdi’s dark, dramatic take on the classic Shakespeare play.

In 2012, Kelly flew into Leeds from Berlin at the last moment to save the day when Annalena Persson, who was due to perform the crucial role of Brunnhilde in Die Walkure, was unable to sing due to a a throat infection. Kelly stepped into the role with almost no rehearsal time and received rave reviews from the audience and critics alike! Although her return may be calmer, her role certainly isn’t! Directed by Tim Albery, Opera North’s Macbeth is a gripping, exciting production. Verdi described Shakespeare’s play as ‘one of mankind’s greatest creations’, and added musical fireworks to create a captivating drama about the nature of ambition, power and

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the human heart. This excitingly dramatic, modern-dress production, depicts the vivid world of the supernatural through the ‘bleak and elegantly styled’ design of Johan Engels. Hungarian baritone Béla Perencz, sings Macbeth, after his critically acclaimed performance as Wotan in the Company’s Die Walküre last year; Korean tenor Jung Soo Yun makes his Opera North debut in the role of Macduff and Bass baritone Paul Whelan his as Banquo. Tobias Ringborg, one of Sweden’s most prolific musical talents, conducts. Macbeth opens at Leeds Grand Theatre on Friday 7th February.

After a critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe last year, Northern Spark Theatre, who are based in Oakwood, will present David Mamet’s comedy Bobby Gould In Hell at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton, on 7th and 8th March. Bobby Gould in Hell follows filmmaker Bobby as he comes face-to-face with the devil in this fast talking comic duel of wits. His time on earth is about to be examined. Will Gould confess his sins? Will he prove he is a good man? Or will his ditsy ex-girlfriend turn up, spill the beans and damn him forever? Mamet’s gripping tale of love, lies and redemption will leave you asking … who deserves to be damned for all time? “I was over the moon with what the company achieved in Edinburgh”, said Scott Oakley, Northern Spark’s founder. “As the sole flag bearer for David Mamet’s work at last year’s Fringe, I knew that we had to deliver a finely tuned and incredibly funny performance of Mamet at his very best. Only after the run was over did I realise that we had accomplished just that, and in the process set the wheels in motion to bring this ‘outrageously funny show’ back to Yorkshire.” Northern Spark Theatre Company is a collective of new talent that strives to showcase the work of young professional actors, theatre designers, writers and directors.

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Talawa Theatre Company, which brought Beckett’s fabulous ‘Waiting for Godot’ with Jamaican accents to Leeds two years ago, returns with another gem from 11th – 15th February. ‘Moon on a Rainbow Shawl’, directed by Talawa’s artistic director Michael Buffong, was written by Errol John in 1953. It depicts a vibrant, cosmopolitan world that is as harsh as it is filled with colour and warmth. In Port of Spain, Trinidad, the sounds of calypso music, hymn tunes and drums are interrupted by the raucous celebrations of troops returning from war. Here, neighbours drink, bawl, make

love, look out for each other and crave a better life. But Ephraim is no dreamer and nothing, not even the seductive Rosa, is going to stop him escaping his dead-end job for a fresh start in England. Talawa Theatre Company, the UK’s primary black-led theatre company, aims to create work informed by the wealth and diversity of the Black British experience, invest in talent, build audiences and inspire dialogue with and within communities across Britain. Tickets available from 0113 213 7700 or www.wyp.org.uk For further information visit www.talawa.com

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Arts & Culture

Another The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery is currently featuring an exhibition dedicated to the art of Alfred Drury, one of the leading sculptors of the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, and creator of the bronze nude light standards in City Square, Leeds. ‘Alfred Drury and the New Sculpture’, curated by University of Kent art historian Dr Ben Thomas, reviews the art and life of the artist, addressing his influences and his role in the New Sculpture movement of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Included within the exhibition will be some of his most important, smallerscale, sculptural works, including his most characteristic masterpieces Griselda, The Age of Innocence and Lilith. Drury was arguably one of the central figures in the New Sculpture movement because he combined the realism of the great French sculptor Aimé-Jules Dalou, and the Michelangeloesque vision of Alfred Stevens, whose art he revered. Alongside sculptural works, the exhibition will display paintings and medals by the artist, together with documents and photographs from the period. It also includes works by Aimé Jules Dalou, Auguste Rodin, Lord Leighton, and Alfred Stevens. ‘Alfred Drury and the New Sculpture’ is on display at The Stanley & Audrey Burton Gallery ( in the Parkinson Building, University of Leeds, Woodhouse Lane LS2) until Sunday 13th April. The gallery is open to the public, Monday – Friday, 10am – 5pm. Admission free.

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Chance to See Zephaniah’s ‘Refugee Boy’ Based on a novel by Benjamin Zephaniah, and adapted for the stage by poet, Lemn Sissay, ‘Refugee Boy’ was a huge hit at The West Yorkshire Playhouse last year. This moving, thought provoking production achieves a huge amount with a small cast and inventive use of minimal staging.

The exhibition is accompanied by a programme of related events – for details visit www. leeds.ac.uk/ gallery/ events.htm

Zephaniah’s original story reached the stage after being filtered through Sissay’s experience, whose own life story is uncannily similar to that of Alem, the young boy at the centre of the story. The result is a dynamic script with energy and humour which engages both head and heart. ‘Refugee Boy’ is at The Playhouse from 6th – 8th February. If you missed it last year, be sure to catch it this time. Tickets from 0113 213 7700 or www.wyp.org. uk

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BBC Radio’s multi awardwinning antidote to panel games is coming to Leeds Grand Theatre on Monday 2nd June. Regulars Barry Cryer, Graeme Garden, Tim Brooke-Taylor, Jeremy Hardy and host Jack Dee will all be here, together with Colin Sell providing piano accompaniment. I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue has been delighting fans since 1972. It has seen its success blossom from the impish son of I’m Sorry I’ll Read That Again to the big daddy of all panel games. The format of the game is simple: four players are given silly things to do by the Chairman, with Colin Sell setting

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some of them to music. In 2007 ‘Clue’ launched the first of many national tours, recruiting Jeremy Hardy as the fourth panelist. The format of the touring show is a ‘Greatest Hits’ presentation, sourcing the very finest material from Clue’s enormous archives (ably retrieved by Samantha and her two kindly archivist friends). The show looks just like a recording, feels like a recording, sounds like a recording, and audience members are also treated to their very own kazoo! Tickets (£27.50) are available from the box office on 0844 848 2700 or online at leedsgrandtheatre.com

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Food & Drink

COSMO, the new Pan Asian restaurant on Boar Lane, Leeds, just opened a couple of months ago, but on a chilly Monday night in January it was heaving!

e soon found out why – you don’t just drop in for a quick meal, you go to COSMO to enjoy a dining experience. You invite friends and family and settle in to take part in a veritable banquet, where, if you are not careful, you could risk seriously overeating. Basically, once seated, it is up to you to decide what to eat and when. You grab a plate and visit a series of exciting food stations. The first laid out a dozen or so enticing, freshly prepared Chinese, Japanese, Korean or Malaysian dishes. There was also soup, sushi and a Tappanyaki counter with busy chefs cooking up a storm. We went back to our table, savoured every morsel on our plates, then headed back to pick up another plate and pile it with lovely curries, pickles,

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nans and rice. Next was the Mexican corner with another interesting variety of dishes and then on to the Continental counter where you could choose a sauce and have it made up before your eyes to go with some fresh pasta, or grab a slice of pizza, or opt for lasagna or one of the other lovely dishes on offer. Each time you just abandoned your used plate and headed back to sample the next global taste sensation. To finish off there was almost a whole

I have to admit we didn’t actually make it past those wonderful curries!

wall of desserts – from fresh fruit and apple crumble, to mousses, delicate little cakes, jellies, ice cream and a chocolate fountain. I have to admit we didn’t actually make it past those wonderful curries! So, be warned – when you go, take your time and don’t think you have to try absolutely everything the first time. The great thing is that no matter how much you eat, it is all one price – just £13.99 Monday to Thursday evening and £1 more on Friday and Saturday. Lunch, which doesn’t have quite as wide a selection, costs £7.99 (£9.99 on Saturday). Wine is also very reasonably priced and there is an interesting cocktail menu. The restaurant seats about 230 people and, although it was virtually booked out that evening, and there were several family parties, we didn’t feel encroached on in any way. The service was excellent. Our server, Kristina, who hailed from Hungary, was ultra attentive, magically disappearing used plates and conjuring up drinks as soon as we thought them. And, despite all those people there were no queues at any of the food stations. COSMO is open seven days a week at 52 Boar Lane LS1 5EL. Tel: 0113 246 5555, www.cosmorestaurants.co.uk

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COOK at Moortown Corner, Harrogate Road, LS17 continues to build on its successful tasting evenings. Following numerous bookings for groups around North Leeds, manager Graham Harpur is now inviting fitness and slimming clubs to book evenings to taste the new COOK OMG Pots (that’s Oh My Goodness!). This latest addition to the COOK range features dishes that range from just 147 to 400 calories and have just 14g of fat – and they taste amazing! That’s under 20% of the guideline daily allowances. The five new recipes are Prawn Tom Yum, Middle Eastern Lamb Koftas, Thai Butternut Squash

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Food & Drink

Oddfellows Couple Make History!

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The first ever Leeds Big Jewish Nosh Fest will be held on Sunday 23rd February at the Etz Chaim Synagogue, Harrogate Road, next to St John’s Church. You are invited to tantalise your taste buds with Jewish Culinary delights! This exciting day will be a buzzing marketplace with loads of kosher food and drink samplings, a variety of inspiring cookery demonstrations, information on green projects, food related products, talks, activities, laughs and most of all food, food, food! The demonstrators will include a professional chocolatier, chefs, Sushi makers, Middle-Eastern and Mediterranean Cooking. There will

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This exciting day will be a buzzing marketplace with loads of kosher food and drink

also be competitions inspired by popular television shows - ‘Ready Steady Cook’ and ‘Three Hairy Bakers’! You can look forward to new product launches too, including chocolates, crisps, sauces and lots more. Engaging interactive family and children’s activities are also on the cards. The Festival is organised by Makor, the Leeds Jewish Culture Office, and aims to reach the broadest spectrum of the community. Tickets cost £5 adults/ £3 children, and a family ticket (two adults, two children) is £13. Early booking discounts. Details from Makor on 0113 268 0899 or helen@makor.co.uk

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Oddfellows members, George and Margaret Lickess from Horsforth, recently made history in one of the world’s oldest and largest friendly societies, by both holding the position of Chairman (Grand Master) of the Society. George was elected to the top position at the Society’s annual conference last year, and Margaret held the same position in 2005. In recognition of his appointment the Leeds District of the Oddfellows hosted a special function at the Thackray Medical Museum and a celebration dinner dance at the Crowne Plaza, attended by 160 members from around the country. “It’s a privilege to have been elected by the membership to represent their interests nationally”, said George. “Margaret’s earlier experience and knowledge will be a great help.” Margaret was Secretary of the Leeds District from 2004 and worked for the District for over 25 years. “George will no doubt have a challenging year ahead” said Margaret, “but he has great qualities that he can bring to the role.” The Oddfellows has over 200 years’ experience of helping its members. In Leeds it organises regular social events and provides care, friendly support and advice for over 3,100. For further information, contact Tracey Garczynski on 0113 242 4003 or visit www. oddfellows.co.uk.

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Community News

News From Your Councillors CLLR DANIEL COHEN

Alwoodley Ward If I may, I’ll start with a quick reminder following on from last month’s column promoting local neighbourhood policing (PACT) meetings. The next one is at the Tree Tops Community Centre just off Shadwell Lane on Monday 3rd February, 6.30pm, we’ll look forward to seeing you there.

I would welcome some wider feedback on the alternate weekly bin collections

CLLR BILL URRY

Roundhay Ward

Tricky Weather As I write, I am listening to the latest in a series of unusual weather events blowing around the chimney pots. The Meteorological Office has issued severe weather warnings, tidal barriers have been raised and many coastal towns have been warned to prepare for flooding. We don’t know whether these events will continue into 2014 in Britain or abroad, but we do know

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Unusual weather is becoming more common

It is nearly three months since the Council introduced alternate weekly collections. I have had a fairly busy inbox and mailbag, from disgruntled residents whose bin collections have been missed, or whose black bins are full to overflowing. I would welcome some wider feedback on the alternate weekly bin collections – how is it working so far for you, what are your views on the new collections? On the subject of new ideas, many will have heard about the street lights being turned off late at night in some parts of the city. I have had a number of worried residents asking when this is coming to Alwoodley. At the moment, there do not appear to be plans drawn up to roll this out in Alwoodley – but if this alters, be assured that Neil, Peter and I will do all we can to stop it happening and will of course

let you know straight away. As always, this column will be one of the first places to bring you this news. Winter can, of course, bring some shocking weather and February is looking like it will be quite chilly). For latest weather and traffic updates, warnings and notices from the Council’s Contingency Planning Team, follow me on twitter @Cllr_Dan_Cohen or on Facebook, Cllr Dan Cohen – these are also great forums for getting in touch with me to report local issues, pot holes that need filling, bin collections that have been missed, or grit bins that are empty - to name but a few examples.

that unusual weather is becoming more common. However news reports have tended not to ask what lies behind this. A factor may be that the Arctic has warmed much more rapidly than the rest of the planet. The Arctic Ocean has massively reduced in extent and volume of ice, reducing the temperature gradient between the Pole, and temperate and tropical regions, and thus disrupting the jet stream. In the past, the International Panel on Climate Change has been ridiculed for isolated errors in its evidence. It spent much time ensuring that errors would not be repeated in its latest major work before concluding that the World is warming and that it is extremely likely that human activity is to blame. This time its findings have

not been seriously challenged, but have largely been ignored, even though they are the conclusions of virtually all properly peer reviewed scientists working in the field. A lot has been done locally, nationally and internationally to conserve fossil energy - not least in Leeds. But if you cannot easily stop an oil tanker, it is even harder to slow all oil and coal production - fossil energy saved in one place may just be consumed somewhere else. Let’s hope that in 2014 we can have a proper mature international debate on how to reduce the volume of CO2 going into the atmosphere, driven by objective and rational debate. Bill.urry@leeds.gov.uk 07891 278 717/ 0113 247 6927 Lead Councillor for Climate Change

Have a great month!

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St Andrew’s Welcomes Inner Wheel Leeds Inner Wheel and Leeds Rotary were recently welcomed at a special Holy Communion Service at St Andrew’s Roundhay United Reformed Church on Shaftesbury Avenue, which has long standing links with Inner Wheel and Rotary. The Inner Wheel is one of the largest women’s service organisations in the world and is open to people of all faiths. It has over 100,000 members in 4,000 clubs around the world and works to help people, especially children, to achieve better lives. In Leeds, they have raised funds for the Sylvia Wright Trust in

The Inner Wheel is one of the largest women’s service organisations in the world

India and, this year, will be supporting KOST, the Kenyan Orphan Sponsorship Trust. Currently they are collecting bikes and trikes for renovation to give to children in South Leeds. Once a year it is the tradition to attend the place of worship of the president for that year, and this year is special because it is the Leeds club’s 80th anniversary. “It has been wonderful to bring the Inner Wheel and Rotary to my own church”, said Mary Herbert, 2013-14 President and a St Andrew’s Elder.

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Community News

OTRA Submits Heritage Lottery Bid Everyone agrees that reading is an essential skill. Unfortunately many children struggle to learn to read. In England in 2013, one in seven left primary school behind in their reading. What’s more, one in six adults in the UK has a reading level below that expected of an eleven-year-old. Beanstalk is a national charity that gives one-to-one literacy support to children in primary schools who have fallen behind with their reading. They urgently need more volunteers so they can help more children in 2014. Each Beanstalk volunteer works with three children and sees each child for two 30 minute sessions a week, during term-time, for a whole year. They read, play and talk together, building their confidence and helping them to catch up with their reading. You’ll give them a chance to learn at their own pace and adapt your sessions

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You’ll give them a chance to learn at their own pace

to suit them. With Beanstalk’s support the child’s approach to learning and enjoying reading is often transformed. “We’d like to encourage people to contact us if they think they could give a child the gift of reading”, said Clare Sandford, Area Manager for the Yorkshire and North East. “Our aim is to reach out to 18,000 children nationally by 2017 but to do this we urgently need more volunteers.” For further information, call the West Yorkshire Office on 0113 277 6159, or visit www. beantstalkcharity.org.uk/readinghelpers

OTRA (Oakwood Traders and Residents’ Association) recently submitted a bid to the Heritage Lottery Fund to support the restoration of Oakwood Clock. The bid is for £100,000 and OTRA expect to hear the outcome by mid February. If successful, work on the Clock can begin quickly, as the rest of the funding (£55,000) is already in place. The Heritage Lottery bid includes a whole package of community and education activities over an 18 month period, involving a new local heritage trail and app, an oral history project and work with all the local schools. The bid took considerable time and effort to develop and OTRA would like to acknowledge the input of all those involved, as well as the support from Leeds City Council, local councillors and officers. Thanks also go to all who have donated and helped to support the fundraising efforts so far.

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Community News

New Marie Sue Ryder Wheatﬁelds Hospice recently launched a number of new local fundraising groups and is planning to launch more during 2014. The groups organise their own fundraising events and activities and they are a great way to regularly support Wheatﬁelds Hospice.

Pictured: The Cookridge group

his year the hospice is inviting local communities to get more involved with raising money to help the hospice continue to provide their vital services. Established groups are doing a tremendous job, and recently launched groups in Horsforth, Bramhope and Headingley are getting off to an enthusiastic start. The charity also hopes to see new groups in Meanwood and Chapel Allerton this year. The first meeting of the new Horsforth group was held in November and members had fantastic ideas to get the fundraising ball rolling. For further information please contact Joseph Clark-on 0113 203 3338 or joseph.clarkbland@sueryder.org The friendly Bramhope

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group is planning a calendar of activities, including collections, fairs, farmers’ markets and coffee mornings. To get involved, contact Charlotte Stern on 0113 203 3363 or charlotte.stern@ sueryder.org The Headingley group would welcome new members too, to help raise the profile of the hospice and place it at the heart of the community. Call Georgina Abbott 0113 203 3376 for more information, or email georgina.abbott@ sueryder.org For information about joining a group in Meanwood, please contact Sarah Jane Meyers on 0113 203 3302 or sarah-jane.meyers@sueryder. org

The charity also hopes to see new groups in Meanwood and Chapel Allerton this year

Curie Group Delighted with First Fundraising Efforts The newly established North Leeds Fundraising Group for Marie Curie Cancer Care is delighted with the results of its first ever collection – the group raised £1,354.89 collecting at Morrisons and Marks and Spencer. “The group would like to thank everyone who made our first collection such a great success”, said Diane Naylor. “This money will help Marie Curie Nurses provide more hours of free nursing care for people with terminal illnesses in and around Leeds. A massive thank you to our volunteers too, because without their time and support this would not have been possible.” For more information about the group please contact Emma Twohey on emmatwohey96@gmail.com For more information about Marie Curie Cancer Care, contact Hannah Saxon, Community Fundraiser, on 01274 386190 or Hannah. saxon@mariecurie.org.uk

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Ever wanted to do something, but didn’t want to do it on your own, and knew that none of your existing friends would be very interested? Well Helen King has come up with the answer. She has launched a website that aims to connect women with similar interests. Take in your favourite, monochrome, subtitled film, tackle that 10 mile walk, join a book club, and do it with someone who was looking for someone to share a similar experience with. This is what Togetherfriends. com offers. We don’t always

have friends with the same interests and may feel a little isolated, fed up and in need of a friendly face. Helen is enthusiastic about the possibilities her new site offers women who want to reach out to others like themselves. “Togetherfriends puts like-minded women in touch with each other, based on age, location and interests. It offers a new concept in friendship. Although there are many clubs out there, there are few other sites where women are linked to just one other ’friend’ at a time.” This could open up a whole new world! Sign up for that marathon, get out those brochures, take a course, finally you can find someone to do it with….who know where this could lead! To find out more, visit www.togetherfriends.com

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Home & Garden

Friends of Gledhow Valley Woods are Big 160 Winners

Pictured: Cllr Lucinda Yeadon (front, second left) and Cllr Mark Dobson (front, centre), with the new Parks and Countryside apprentices.

Leeds City Council’s Parks and Countryside team recently welcomed 12 new apprentices to its ranks. The new starters, who were chosen from 240 applicants, will divide their time between studying for a Level 2 or 3 qualification at Leeds City College, and learning their trade across the Parks and Countryside Service over a two-year period. Eleven apprentices will start work in the gardening team and one in business partnerships. They will be based at a number of locations, including Lotherton Hall, Middleton Park and Roundhay Park. This is the first formal apprenticeship programme to be undertaken by the Parks and Countryside Department since 1984. Many of those apprentices still work for the council today, including the current head of service Sean Flesher, who is a graduate of the scheme.

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It is fantastic to see more young people being given the same chance I had through this new programme

“Carrying out an apprenticeship with the Parks and Countryside Service gave me the perfect start in the landscape industry and it is fantastic to see more young people being given the same chance I had through this new programme.” As part of the programme, apprentices will have access to a skilled mentor offering advice, guidance and support, and be given the opportunity to develop their skills in other areas including forestry and golf course maintenance. On hand to meet and welcome the apprentices at Golden Acre Park was Leeds City Council’s executive board member for the environment, Councillor Mark Dobson and Councillor Lucinda Yeadon, Leeds City Council’s executive member for leisure & skills.

Friends of Gledhow Valley Woods were recently declared winners in Skipton Building Society’s Big 160 Grassroots Giving initiative, receiving £500 in funding. Skipton’s Grassroots Giving programme was set up to support groups that showed commitment to their community and could illustrate how they planned to evolve in the future and how the funding would be used. The Friends of Gledhow Valley Woods is a volunteerled group, whose aim is to preserve and improve local woods for the use and enjoyment of the whole community. The Friends are hoping to provide easier access for disabled residents and families using pushchairs. This requires building wider paths. The funding from Skipton’s Grassroots Giving Campaign will be hugely beneficial, as more members of the community will be able to access the woods and experience the beauty of their local woodland.

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Home & Garden

The weather in February may be bleak but there is much to feel optimistic about as cheerful bulbs begin to bloom and the ﬁrst seeds of the growing season can be planted. The Edible Garden igns of Spring Although Spring itself may be some weeks away, there are promising signs in the flowerbeds as fresh little Snowdrops and bright yellow Winter Aconites begin to emerge. Later colourful Crocuses, the blue stars of Glory of the Snow (Chinodoxa) and early Narcissi make an appearance. Many early flowers are fragrant to ensure the attention of a limited insect population. Bulbs planted in easy-to-sniﬀ positions such as window boxes are extra special.

There are promising signs in the flowerbeds as fresh little Snowdrops and bright yellow Winter Aconites begin to emergecentre), with the new Parks and Countryside apprentices.

With the rapidly approaching planting season in mind, I am keen to clear space in my diminutive veg plot. Out come the last of the leeks, Brussels sprouts and parsnips to be made into tasty Winter dishes. If like me you cannot wait to get planting, some seeds can be started this month on an indoor windowsill. Try Summer cabbages, lettuce and onions. For flower lovers, sweet peas can also be sown now. Cover your rhubarb with a pot or bucket to keep out light so that delicately flavoured ‘forced’ stalks are produced.

If you cannot wait to get planting, some seeds can be started this month on an indoor windowsill

You can buy seed potatoes now and leave them on a cool windowsill to ‘chit’. This just means that the new shoots begin to emerge before you actually plant them. Opinion is divided about whether it makes for a better potato crop, but I do it because for me it is heartening to have signs of new life erupting in the house, even if it is just a humble spud.

Planning and Inspiration Winter months are good planning months, so why not draw up a planting plan for a flower bed that was disappointing last year. Remember that plants look better in groups rather than dotted around singly as this gives a restless and untidy look. Tall plants at the back of the border and smaller ones at the front may sound like obvious advice, but it is easy to get this wrong, so do check the final height of plants before you put them in. You could experiment with flower colours too and perhaps limit yourself to shades of one colour for a restful and sophisticated look. Finally, don’t forget that foliage can be as interesting as flowers and usually lasts a lot longer. Be sure to include a variety of contrasting leaf textures, colours and shapes.

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BIRD WATCH WITH STAN KENYON A permanent resident that brightens the Winter scene is the Grey Partridge, a game bird over centuries. It is fairly small and compact with a rounded body and small rounded head. First impressions in flight are of a grey-brown bird with obvious orange tail sides. Seen more closely, it has an orange-brown face and throat, finely barred grey breast and dark brown belly patch. Grey Partridges are gregarious birds, flocks or coveys keeping tightly together, though in mild February conditions they start to form pairs. When disturbed they rocket off with whirring wings but they are wary ground birds, preferring to freeze in the grass or run away

Grey Partridge.

They are wary ground birds, preferring to freeze in the grass or run away in good time

in good time. Open farmland with hedges is their typical habitat but they occur also on rough pasture, heathland and coastal dunes. Numbers have declined steeply in the last 50 years

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Surveying your lawn these days is not a pleasant occupation – after all the rain it is a sad sight and may even represent more of a moss pit than a lawn! And there is probably more bad weather on the way. What should you do? Pictured: David Lawless

We spoke to David Lawless, who runs Green Thumb North and North West Leeds, to find out what the experts say. “Lawn care can start at any time of the year”, he told us. “We continue to care for lawns throughout the Winter months – scarifying to remove thatch build up and aerating to relieve compaction. This allows the lawn to absorb the water, oxygen and nutrients needed to encourage deep root growth and sustain a healthy lawn. It’s not too early to start getting your lawn ready for the warmer months ahead!” GreenThumb is the original lawn treatment provider in the

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American

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Hustle is a class act indeed. Impeccably

AMERICAN HUSTLE DIRECTED BY: DAVID O. RUSSELL

styled to the hilt

STARRING: CHRISTIAN BALE, AMY ADAMS, BRADLEY COOPER, JENNIFER LAWRENCE, JEREMY RENNER

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David O. Russell has established himself as one of the most talented directors working in Hollywood today and has been on quite a roll these last few years with The Fighter and Silver Linings Playbook both garnering awards aplenty, and with American Hustle, his hugely enjoyable vintage true life conman caper, he shows no sign of slowing down. Rather than the conventional ‘Based on a True Story’ or ‘inspired by Real Events’ the movie opens with the disclaimer ‘Some of This Actually Happened’ as if challenging the audience to swallow the convoluted tale. Based loosely on the 1978 FBI ABSCAM operation where corrupt politicians were lured into accepting bribes by using a fake sheik (a technique later employed by British tabloid newspapers), the film follows small time grifter, Irving Rosenfeld (Bale) who’s been making a reasonable illicit profit from bad loan scams when he meets and falls for the sultry Sidney (Amy Adams). Sidney enhances and finesses Irving’s scam operation by styling herself as minor royal Lady Edith Greensly replete with faux British accent and alleged prestigious banking connections in London. When the pair is caught out by ambitious FBI agent Richie

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DiMaso, he recruits them to use their devious expertise to ensnare crooked political figures in an elaborate sting operation, the key to which is the entrapment of decent and straight shooting New Jersey mayor, Carmine Polito (Jeremy Renner). Polito’s

with its

boasting one of the finest ensemble casts in recent memory

motivation for pursuing the investment from the phony sheik is his desire to revitalise the gaming industry of Atlantic City, an ambition which inevitably draws the attention of the mob. An already risky endeavour is further complicated by the involvement of Irving’s volatile wife, Rosalyn (Jennifer Lawrence), a loose cannon Irving brilliantly describes as ‘the Picasso of passive-aggressive karate’. As the stakes rise ever higher and the risks multiply and escalate, all involved seem set on a collision course with destiny. American Hustle is a class act indeed. Impeccably styled to the hilt with its 70’s period detail and boasting one of the finest ensemble casts in recent memory. It’s probably inevitable that the film will draw comparisons to Scorsese, particularly Goodfellas and Casino and the similarities are noticeable, what with the 1970’s setting, the swooping camerawork, vintage soundtrack selection and multi-character voice-over. But, for all that, Hustle doesn’t join the ranks of the myriad Marty imitators and can more than stand on its own merits. It’s difficult to pick a standout performance from among the cast

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The Banﬀ Mountain Film Festival is one of the largest ‘mountain’ festivals in the world and it’s coming to Leeds Town Hall on Thursday 13th February at 7.30pm. The main festival is held in Banff, Canada, in November every year and draws some of the world’s best film makers and accomplished outdoor heroes to celebrate adventure, the environment, mountain culture and the outdoors through film.

The best films then head out on the Banff Mountain Festival World Tour with stops in around 285 communities and 35 countries across the globe.

Expect to see films featuring inspirational tales from around the world

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It first came to the UK in 2010. You can expect to see around six or seven short films - featuring inspirational tales from around the world, high adrenaline action films and everything in between. For double the adventure, go along to The Carriageworks Theatre on Wednesday night and experience a second and totally different collection of Banff Festival films. Visit www. banff-uk.com for more details.

Two Irish Icons Appear Together at Town Hall Two of Ireland’s musical icons, Clannad and Mary Black, appear together on Leeds Town Hall stage on Wednesday 12th March, 7.30pm.

Clannad, the Irish family group responsible for such timeless music as Theme from Harry’s Game, In A Lifetime and I Will Find You, recently celebrated their 40th anniversary. Their music entwines the traditional and the modern, past and future with beautiful results. With their haunting songs, mesmerizing vocals and captivating sound, the group has sold over fifteen million records worldwide. They recently recorded their first studio album in fifteen years. Mary Black has been a dominant presence in Irish music, both at home and abroad, for over 20 years. She has released 11 albums all of which achieved platinum status and spawned countless hits. They will perform both separately and together in what promises to be an unmissable concert. Tickets (£32.50/ £28.50) available from 0113 224 3801 or www. leedstownhall.co.uk

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John Cooper Clarke was recently named Q Poet Laureate at the Q Awards. This is the first such title awarded and cements him as one of the UK’s best loved and most important performance poets. He and a group of special guests will appear at Leeds Town Hall on Saturday 1st March, 7.30pm. John Cooper Clarke’s biting, satirical, political and very funny verse, delivered in a unique rapidfire performance style, resonated with the punk movement. He toured with all the seminal bands – The Sex Pistols, The Clash and Buzzcocks, and with Elvis Costello in the USA. He soon began to draw large crowds in his own right.

His biting, satirical, political and very funny verse resonated with the punk movement

Today JCC remains a key orator of British society and his effect on modern music has been huge. His influence is heard in the satirical and keen social observations in the songs of the Arctic Monkeys. Alex Turner cites him as a huge inspiration, as witnessed when the band covered Wanna Be Yours on their fifth studio album AM. In addition, UK rapper and film maker Plan B asked John to appear in his directorial film debut Ill Manors. Their duet Pity The Poor Fellow appears in the movie and on the soundtrack. Tickets (£18.50 - £35) from 0113 224 3801 or www.leedstownhall.co.uk

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Pictured: Dame Judi Dench

The inaugural Ilkley Film Festival, which will run from 14th – 16th February, recently announced that Dame Judi Dench would be the event’s oﬃcial patron. “To get the support of Dame Judi Dench in our first year is fantastic and a real boost to our confidence”, said Martin Pilkington, festival director. “Ilkley is the perfect setting for a film festival, with great venues - all within walking distance of each other. I’m over the moon that we have been able to attract such terrific films and artists.” Highlights of the festival programme include Paul Merton presenting ‘Silent Clowns’, his acclaimed tribute to classic silent films, with piano accompaniment by Neil Brand (BBC4 Sound of Film). ‘Silent Clowns’ is a nostalgic compilation of extracts from the best silent comedians including Charlie Chaplin, Laurel & Hardy and Harold Lloyd. Best known as a panellist on Have I Got News For You? and Just a Minute, Paul’s infectious enthusiasm and

knowledge promises to create an excellent evening in the King’s Hall. Making its northern-most debut, will be the critically acclaimed ‘From the Sea to the Land Beyond’. Award-winning director Penny Woolcock has collated over 100 years of footage, drawn from the BFI National Archive, to create this beautiful film. Its soundtrack, recently chosen as The Times’ Album of the Week, will be performed live by

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Film plays such an important part in our everyday lives

British Sea Power, combined with the natural sounds of seagulls, ships, and snippets of speech to create an uplifting cinematic experience. “Even though I am unable to attend this year’s event, I am looking forward to seeing the Ilkley Film Festival grow”, said Dame Judi. “Film plays such an important part in our everyday lives and the opportunity to celebrate it through film festivals such as this is something to be grasped. I’m extremely proud not only to be the official patron of the festival but also to see such an event taking place in Yorkshire. I will be keeping my eye on the festival and hope to make it to one in the future.” The King’s Hall on Station Road and Ilkley Playhouse, Weston Road, will be turned into working cinemas over the Valentine’s Day weekend. The full Ilkley Film Festival programme and ticket information is available at www.ilkleyfilmfestival.co.uk

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Bianca Gerald - The Butterfly EP This debut EP from local newcomer, Bianca Gerald, announces the emergence of a singer-songwriter of great promise, combining mainstream appeal with the suggestion of a slightly more leftfield and idiosyncratic approach to Millennial Soul. Lead track, Save Me, builds on the foundation of a pulsating piano riff with processed beats and lush strings. Bianca’s voice is wreathed in spacey reverb and the subtlety and spaciousness of

the arrangement and production frame the vocal perfectly. Beautiful Something works with a similar sonic template, radio-friendly piano balladry augmented by Electronica/Trip-Hop touches. The song highlights Gerald’s understated vocal talents, particularly her keen sense of melody and phrasing. These two tracks seem to present Bianca Gerald’s signature sound; highly listenable, poppy, Nu-Soul with intriguing rhythmic underpinnings. But, for me, it’s the closing sub-two minute oddity Open Your Eyes that hints at more interesting things to come. The foreboding intro ushers in clattering, clanging syncopated beats over which skips Gerald’s slightly staccato vocal and the unexpected strangeness of

the song shows Gerald to be one unafraid of thinking outside the conventional Pop box, my only criticism being that the track is too teasingly brief. With a highly developed ear in terms of production and arrangement and an effortlessly evocative vocal style, Bianca Gerald strides confidently onto the scene with this first release which, having piqued my interest, makes me excited at the prospect of seeing her live. The launch event for The Butterfly EP takes place at The Wardrobe on Sunday 23rd February.

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Early in 2012, singer/songwriter Rupert Strong released a single entitled ‘Always’ to help boost funds for Alzheimer’s Research UK. Little did he know then that in 2013 he would be made National Spokesperson and Champion Supporter of the charity and be featured in a half page article in The Guardian and interviewed on Al Jazeera TV! Photo:

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Rupert’s involvement was prompted by the death of his grandmother who had a long struggle with Alzheimer’s. The Guardian picked up on his family’s experience and this led to Al Jazeera International asking him to appear via satellite link from BBC Leeds. With a huge worldwide audience, this was great exposure for the charity.

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Recently the UK Government used its presidency of the G8 to host a global summit on dementia research in London and health ministers from G8 countries discussed how they could coordinate dementia research efforts across the world. Rupert has released two critically acclaimed albums, the most recent being ‘Chasing The Night’, produced by Will Jackson (The Kaiser Chiefs, Embrace, The Cribs, The Music). This album has attracted massive online support and press recognition. Last year he appeared at festivals all over the country, and his music video for ‘Never

Back Down’ won the People’s Choice Award at the 27th Leeds International Film Festival. This track has received airplay both in the UK and the US and was featured on Hollyoaks. Rupert is currently back in the studio collaborating once again with Will Jackson on his third album, due out later this year.

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Jon Strong Band

Fri 31Jan, 9pm at New Headingley Club, 56 St Michael’s Rd. £6

Nubiyan Twist/Soul Rebels Brass Band/Riot Jazz Brass Band Sat 1

Feb, The Wardrobe, £7.70. Reggae Afro-beat Hip-Hop band combining soulful female vocals, heavy horns, live dubs, turntablism & a rhythm section from Brazil & UK.

Chris Quinn Sat 1 Feb, 8pm Otley Courthouse. Acoustic folk, Americana, hot swinging jazz standards & mean delta blues. £10/£8 in advance, £11/£9 on door. Bill Callahan (Smog)

Wed 5 Feb, Irish Centre, £18.70. Weary-voiced, gorgeously languid love songs - a mix between Leonard Cohen & Will Oldham.

Young Fathers Thurs 6 Feb, Belgrave Music Hall, £8.80. Wicked hip hop 3-piece slinky in attitude, dosed up on dope beats. John Bramwell Fri 7

Feb Brudenell Social Club, £16.50. Debuting some brand new tracks from I Am Kloot’s latest album as well as tracks from Mercury nominated album Sky At Night

Gordie Mackeeman & His Rhythm Boys Fri

7 Feb, Otley Courthouse, £11/13.20. Old-time roots music with an energy level that practically yanks you out of your seat by the collar.

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Jon Gomm Sat 8 Feb

The Boxer Rebellion

Ewan Dobson Mon 10

Planningtorock Sat 15

Music Nation, Farsley. Acoustic singer-songwriter with an incredible virtuoso guitar style, & combining styles from blues & jazz to rock & pop.

Feb Brudenell Social Club, £9. One of Canada’s most brilliant & exhilarating young guitarists, having won first prize in nearly every single Classical Guitar competition across the country.

Post War Glamour Girls Thurs13 Feb

Brudenell Social Club, £5.50. Launch of debut album ‘Pink Fur’ by local Indie-Pop favourites.

Swan Love: Fundraiser for Children of Syria

Fri 14 Feb, 6pm – 2am at White Cloth Gallery, 24 Aire St. LS1. Art exhibition, harpists, dancers from Northern School of Contemporary Dance,DJs & musicians.

Born Thief/King No-One/Feeds/Return to Aljustrel Fri 14 Feb,

The Library, £5. Original material from smooth, chilled melodic vibes to raw expressive rock.

Forest Swords Fri 14 Feb, Belgrave Music Hall, £11. Unique blend of jagged hip-hop & RnB beats, looping guitar lines & manipulated samples. Courtney Pine Sat 15 Feb, Leeds University Union, £17. World famous saxophonist fusing hip-hop jazz & groove; one of the most exciting & talented performers around.

Sat 15 Feb, Brudenell Social Club, £13.20. Full throttle, emotional 4-piece indie pop band in the vein of Coldplay, Travis & Radiohead. Feb, Belgrave Music Hall, £11. One-woman electro/ dance/punk noise artist Counts LCD Soundsystem, The Knife, Peaches & Hot Chip amongst her collaborators &admirers.

Cate Le Bon Sun 16 Feb,

Brudenell Social Club, £10. Equal parts Nico, Bobbie Gentry & her own emotional observations. Forgoes folk’s softer sides for delicious black humour.

Warpaint Wed 19 Feb, O2 Academy, £16.50. Female experimental art rock group weaving intricate guitar lines, hypnotic vocals, & driving post-punk rhythms. Fat White Family Wed

19 Feb, Belgrave Music Hall, £7.15. Psycho Country Psychedelia from the deep south (Brixton).

Projections of Miles

Thus 20 Feb, 8pm at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton. Jay Phelps (trumpet), Soweto Kinch(tenor sax), Logan Richardson (alto sax), Benet Mclean (piano), Tim Thornton (bass), Shane Forbes (drums)

The Orwells Fri 21 Feb,

Brudenell Social Club, £6.60. Young 5-piece band from Chicago. Plays mixture of blues / garage rock

Fairport Convention

Fri 21 Feb, City Varieties. Electric folk band formed in 1967, with Simon Nicol, Richard Thompson, Ashley Hutchings & Shaun Frater.

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Feb 7.45pm at Howard Assembly Room. Quintessentially English sound influenced by folk, bluegrass, avant garde classical music & pop with continuing cult status.

Will Howard Double Drum Quintet Sun 23

Feb 23, 1 – 4pm at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton

Paper Aeroplanes Mon 24 Feb, Belgrave Music Hall, £10.08. Folk infused alternative pop.

Chantel McGregor Wed 26 Feb, Korks Wine Bar, Otley, £11 /13. Acoustic set by one of the most exciting rock-blues musicians. Voted “Guitarist of the Year” & “Female Vocalist of the Year” in the British Blues Awards 2013. Kris Drever & Éamonn Coyne Thurs 27 Feb, 8pm Otley Courthouse. Lau’s Kris Drever & Salsa Celtica’s Eamonn Coyne team up for a tour with their recent album StoryMap. A Saltaire Live event. £12/£10 advance, £13/£11 door.

Rita Payne Fri 28 Feb,

9pm at New Headingley Club, 56 St Michael’s Rd. Duo singing acoustic nufolk, blues & alt-country. £6

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This month the Leeds Sports Awards return to celebrate the achievements of our city’s most inspirational sporting heroes. This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase the city’s world-class sporting talent, as well as the outstanding volunteers, coaches and administrators who work tirelessly behind the scenes to provide a platform for the city’s sporting success. This year saw a record breaking 152 nominations. “Choosing the finalists proved an incredibly difficult task”, said Stewart Ross, Chairman of Sport Leeds. “There were so many strong contenders in each category, and reading through the citations we received made it clear just how much fantastic work is taking place in the Leeds sporting community.” Previous winners include the Brownlee brothers (Triathlon), Claire O’Hara (Canoeing),

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Following Sports Personality of The Year at the First Direct Arena, and with the upcoming Grand Départ, Leeds’ sporting reputation is gaining momentum

David Stone (Para-cycling), Nicola Adams (Boxing), Jack Laugher (Diving) and Hannah Cockroft (Wheelchair sprinting), while the prestigious lifetime achievement award has been presented to a range of Leeds’ sporting legends, including Ryder Cup star Howard Clark, former British Lions coach Sir Ian McGeechan and rugby’s Jason Robinson. This year’s finalist’s list was recently released and the winners will be announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday 27th February at New Dock Hall. Following the hosting of Sports Personality of The Year at the First Direct Arena, and with the upcoming Grand Départ Yorkshire, Leeds’ sporting reputation is gaining momentum. To book your place at this star-studded, night or to see full list of finalists visit www. leedssportsawards.co.uk.

Champion Netball organises and runs friendly, competitive leagues across Yorkshire. If you currently play Netball or would like to get back into it - they can help. Champion Netball has leagues across Leeds at multiple venues, including Rawdon, Horsforth, Garforth, Woodkirk, Brigshaw and Yeadon. Leagues are played Monday – Thursday 7 – 9pm. Any individual players or teams who would like to join a league should contact them for further information on 0113 201 2215 or info@ championsportsleagues. com or visit www. championnetball.co.uk

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A few months ago the Chief Officer of NHS Leeds North Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) told North Leeds Life about how the three CCGs, now responsible for NHS Health Care in the city, needed the public to be involved in the new set-up. A member of the Patient Assurance Group (PAG) of the NHS Leeds West CCG tells how one aspect of this public participation is taking shape. “Last Autumn I spotted an invitation to apply to join the PAG of the CCG in my part of the city. I thought it sounded interesting, although like most people at that time I wasn’t sure exactly what the CCGs were actually going to do with the NHS from April 2013

onwards. I was surprised when I was accepted, and went along to the first meeting with some trepidation. So, I discovered, did all the other dozen or so members. What was initially daunting and eventually exciting was that there was no clear blueprint for our role, only that we were there to ensure that for any new project proposed to the CCG there had first been sufficient and thorough public consultation. We tend to think that faceless bureaucrats make the decisions that affect us all according to what they think should happen, so the chance to make sure we have a say was to be grabbed with both hands. The officers supporting the Group were also feeling their way, but after the first few meetings a working pattern began to emerge. What usually happens is that the health professionals responsible for each project attend a monthly meeting and explain just what consultation has taken place. The PAG members then offer any comment and decide if they feel enough has been done. It’s very much a two

way process. The professionals are realisinxg what sort of involvement with patients and public the lay members are expecting, and are reacting accordingly. The work load is gradually increasing, and since inevitably some members have moved or dropped out when the work turned out to be not quite what they were expecting, there’s the opportunity for new people to get involved. So, if this valuable work appeals to you, go to the NHS CCG website for your part of the city (either North or West) where you’ll find details of how to apply to get involved.” Trevor Thewlis Patient Assurance Group

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HALF TERM IS ALIVE WITH STORYTELLING IF YOU WERE WONDERING WHAT TO DO AT HALF TERM, LOOK NO FURTHER! LEEDS THEATRES AND MUSEUMS HAVE DRAWN UP PROGRAMMES THAT ARE ALIVE WITH STORYTELLING, MUSIC AND EXCITEMENT.

GREAT SHOWS FOR FAMILIES AT THE CARRIAGEWORKS In February, The Carriageworks features family adventure, magical music-filled shows, and breathtaking, mysterious tales.

Grisly Tales from Tumblewater

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On Thursday 13th February, Sell a Door Theatre Company presents ‘Kidnapped’ (age 6+) at 7.30pm. This fast paced adaptation of Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic story, set against the ﬁerce social and political backdrop of 1760’s Scotland, tells the story of Davie Balfour as he survives shipwreck and murder to dramatically escape through the Highlands in an exciting, gripping adventure story. (£12/£10, family ticket £40)

Teasel Theatre Company presents ‘Grisly Tales

from Tumblewater’

(age 8+) on Saturday 15th February at 2 and 4pm. Tumblewater is not a welcoming place unless you’re an undertaker or umbrella salesman! Twisted land owner Caspian Prye controls everyone and everything. Fearless orphan Daniel Dorey stumbles into this world, armed only with his wits and a satchel of spine-chilling stories. Can he survive long enough to tell his tales? Full of laughs, frights and live music. (£8/£6, family ticket £24) Horse and Bamboo Theatre presents a gorgeously rendered re-telling of the classic

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‘Red Riding Hood’

tale (ages 4+), combining exquisite visuals with pantomime-style silliness and spooky moments - on Tuesday 18th February at 2 and 4pm. (£8/£6, family ticket £24) ‘Bin Men’ (age 5+) by

multi-award winning writer Mike Kenny and directed by Rosamunde Hutt, is a story of recycling and transforming told with live music, puppetry and lots

A TALE TOLD WITH LIVE MUSIC, PUPPETRY AND LOTS OF FUN

of fun. Presented by York Theatre Royal and AJTC on Thursday 20th February at 2pm. (£9.50/£8.50/ £6, family ticket £34) Half Moon and Full House Theatre present ‘Big Red Bath’ (age 2+) on Friday 21st February at 1 and 3pm. This is a bubbly, barmy bath time adventure, adapted from Julia Jarman’s popular children’s picture book. This quirky,

humorous tale features music by We Were Evergreen, an alternative indie-electro-pop trio. (£9.50/£8.50/£6, family ticket £34) Tickets are available from 0113 224 3801, www. carriageworkstheatre. org.uk

MIKE KENNY’S RED RIDING HOOD AT THE PLAYHOUSE Olivier award-winning writer Mike Kenny’s brand new adaptation of the classic children’s tale ‘Red Riding Hood’ is at West Yorkshire Playhouse 17th = 19th February at 10.30am, 2 & 4.30pm. Designed for children aged four and up and their families, the show is presented by Engine House and Lakeside, with music and songs from Julian Butler. Once upon a time there was a young girl who went to spend the night at Grandma’s house.......and her little brother came too! She just wanted to go to sleep but he was having none of it and just wouldn’t settle down. Grandma’s attic is far too exciting for sleeping! And when you start acting out your favourite fairytale who knows what will happen? For tickets call 0113 213 7700 or visit www.wyp.org.uk

ONCE UPON A TIME THERE WAS A YOUNG GIRL WHO WENT TO SPEND THE NIGHT AT GRANDMA’S HOUSE……

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A ROOTIN’ TOOTIN’ SHARP SHOOTIN’ HALF TERM AT ROYAL ARMOURIES Mosey on down to the Royal Armouries Museum during February half term (10am – 5pm, Saturday 15th – Sunday 23rd February), and be transported to the Wild West. Be a sheriff and search the museum for bandits, desperados, rustlers and thieves. Hear the stories of famous characters. Take part in themed activities, most of which are free, and watch demonstrations of whip cracking and knife throwing.

BE A SHERIFF AND SEARCH THE MUSEUM FOR BANDITS, DESPERADOS, RUSTLERS AND THIEVES.

Plus everyday at high noon, the sharpest shooters in the West go face-to-face in an oldfashioned Wild West shoot out! There’s holiday fun and games at Kid Carlson’s Cowboy Camp (11am – 4pm) - suitable for cowboys and girls aged 6 – 10. You can also try your hand at panning for gold at ‘Gold Diggers!’ (11am – 4pm, £2.50). ‘FaceTo-Face With History’ introduces famous

RJC MID TERM DANCE & GYMNASTICS CAMP RJC Dance engages young people from all backgrounds. Based at the Mandela Centre, Chapeltown, the organisation develops the creative potential of young people by offering regular opportunities to dance, perform and achieve. Its Spring Mid Term Camp aims to unlock potential and style rather than limiting the experience to the perfection of dance technique. “The Camp is supported by the Well-Being Fund, awarded by our local Ward Members through the Inner North East Area Committee’”, said Kathy Williams, Director . “It offers a fantastic opportunity for young people to participate and enjoy the creative arts.”

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characters like Geronimo, The Sheriff of Dodge City, Black Jack and many more. Then observe thrilling rodeo skills at ‘Whip Crack Away!’ (17 – 23 February, twice a day). And, watch ‘Little’ John Taylor, European competition winner and trainer to the stars, showcase the dangerous art of knife throwing in ‘Knives of Steel’.

The camp, which takes place from Monday 17th – Friday 21st February and is free, will teach contemporary, carnival/ soca, reggae and urban dance styles for boys and girls aged 8 – 12 (Dance 10-11am / Gymnastics 11.30am – 12.30pm), and 13 – 17 years (Dance 1 – 2pm / Gymnastics 2.30 – 3:30pm). Places are limited (just 20 per age group), so please book early. Details from 0113 239 2040 or stef@ rjcdance.org.uk

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FREE MUSEUM ENTRY

Grab your stetsons and mosey on down to the museum for some rootin’ tootin’ sharp-shooting February half term fun.

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Younger Life

Monochrome LEAP Ahead! Six Allerton High School Year 12 students (Louis Klineberg, Ava Myers, Zoe Packter, Daniel Larkin, Harrison Pye and Uma Ramachandran) are taking part in the LEAP Business and Enterprise programme, and have formed a company called ‘Monochrome’.

Pictured: Edward Ziﬀ, Manager Town Centre Securities presenting the trophy to Harrison Pye, Zoe Packter, Ava Myers, Louis Klineberg

Last September, they decided on who would take on which role, brainstormed ideas to identify what products to sell, and chose a name. They all agreed that the product would be clothing and they liked the concept of sticking to black and white, which led to the name. The next task was to design a logo and they settled on the roman numerals MMXIII representing the year the business was established and focusing on the initial ‘M’ for Monochrome, with the strapline ‘a classic twist for the modern era’. Money was raised through selling shares and products were sourced, designed and printed, ready for the first sale at Allerton High in November. Following this they secured a stall in ‘The

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They all agreed that the product would be clothing and they liked the concept of sticking to black and white

Light’ - their first venture out into the retail world! Monochrome won ‘Best Retail Stand’ at this year’s LEAP Winter Trade Fair at The Merrion Centre and is working towards more awards - the main aim being to win the overall LEAP competition! Alongside the sales, Monochrome is supporting local band ‘Headwire’, three of whom are past pupils of Allerton High. The group is currently working on six new designs. You can keep up to date with Monochrome’s progress via Facebook, Twitter (@ monochromeXIII), Instagram and Tumblr. The business will soon be online where you will be able to purchase all their latest designs.

Double Hockey Success for GSAL! Hockey players at The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) recently made school history when both the U-14 and U-16 secured places in the finals of the England Hockey National Schools Championships for Girls. This is the first time that any 11-a-side hockey GSAL team has reached the finals in this competition. The players saw off stiff opposition in the opening rounds and went on to become county and North East regional champions in both age groups. They faced an even tougher contest in the northern regional final, where both teams finished as runners up. To reach the national finals they faced play-off matches, in which the U-14s beat Bishop Stortford College and U-16s beat Trent College. They will battle it out for the national title at the finals between 25 and 27 February at Cannock Hockey Club

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Crossgates Road, Crossgates Leeds, LS15 7PE (next to Mecca Bingo)

0113 284 0660

Contact Billy on 0776 0773 694 Billy.k@chilternmills.co.uk

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Community Notices

COMMUNITYNOTICES ACTIVE Active Women Leeds

Cycle rides 3rd Sun of month, 11am leaving from Waitrose car park, Meanwood. Circular routes along quiet roads or off road cycle paths around north Leeds. Free. Details:

395 7364, www.goskyride. com/breeze

Alwoodley Community Association Badminton Club Friendly group welcomes all abilities for badminton & social events Mon from 9pm & Wed from 8.30pm. Details:

Vicky 07561 292699, Phil 268 9996, acabc@gmx. co.uk, www.alwoodley communityassociation.co.uk

Alwoodley Martial Arts Club – Karate Jutsu. Wed

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

Details: 07729 392 546 8ightball59@gmail.com

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:

Joyce 278 9891, www. swingjiveleeds.com

Moortown Rugby Union Respect, teamwork,

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

Curtis 07860 454701, damian.curtis@bt.com or www.pitchero.com/clubs/ moortownrufc/

Pudsey & District Rambling Club Walks of

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

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:

Fletcher 07792 319744

01943 430657

Leeds Naturist Group

Ramgarhia Sports Centre

Leeds English Folk Dancing Society Weds,

(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:

leedsnaturistgroup@ gmail.com, www. leedsnaturistgroup.com

Leeds Tai Chi Academy

Weekly class Mon 7-9pm at Chapel Allerton Primary School, Harrogate Rd, LS7.

Details: 07581 217074, milarepason@hotmail.co.uk

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 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

St Chad’s Broomfield Cricket Club The club plays in Headingley & runs 5 senior & 5 junior teams. Looking for new players. Winter indoor nets start shortly. Details:

Paul 07795 154444, www. stchadscc.com

Walkabout! Alwoodleybased 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:

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

Zumba Classes Fri 3.30 – 4.30pm, Northcall Community Centre, Cranmer Bank LS17. £1.50. Details: 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: 2251546,

info@5dpublicity.com, www. alwoodleyartgroup-leeds. com

Stainbeck Art Club 2nd & 4th Tues, 1.45 – 4pm Meeting Room, Methodist Community Centre, Town St. Chapel Allerton. Practical & demonstrations. Also

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

painting & sketching days out. New members all abilities welcome. Details: Rose or

Ken 266 5005

COFFEE MORNINGS, FAIRS & MARKETS Artsmix Handmade Markets Every 2nd & 4th

Sat, 11am – 5pm on Albion Place, Leeds.

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.

Coffee, Cake & Chat

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

urc.org.uk

Indoor Car Boot Sale

Sat 22 Feb, 10am – 1pm at St Gemma’s Hospice, 329 Harrogate Rd, Moortown. Over 50 stalls selling a wide variety of items. Free parking at Hospice, entry by donation.

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

Oakwood Farmers’ Market 3rd Sat of month,

9am – 12.30pm at Oakwood Clock.

GROUPS/CLUBS 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

EMAIL YOUR COMMUNITY NOTICES TO CAROLE@NORTHLEEDSLIFE.CO.UK

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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. Details:

foagf@outlook.com, www. friendsallertongrange.org

Gledhow Valley Conservation Area Group

A voluntary group focusing 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

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 610773, www.greenpeace. org.uk/groups

Headingley Games Club

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 7 Feb, 1.30pm in café of West Yorkshire Playhouse. Participants bring short pieces of their 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 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 Feline Friends Can you give a rescue cat a safe & loving home well away from a busy road? Details: 216 0593,

mail@leedsfelinefriends.org. uk, www.leedsfelinefriends. org.uk

Leeds Hospital Alert

Small group campaigning for preservation of the NHS. Meets Muir Court, St Michael’s Rd. LS6. Upcoming meetings: Thurs 13 Feb, Tues 18 March. Details: Beatrice

Rogers 278 5495, info@ leedshospitalalert.org.uk

0113 288 8855

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Community Notices

54 Leeds Microscopical Society can help anyone

interested in using a microscope. Details:

Mike Smith 293 5991, leedsmicroscopical.org.uk

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 most Tues,

7.30pm in St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Park Rd, LS8. 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

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, moortownco mmunitygroup@hotmail. co.uk, www.moortownco mmunitygroup.co.uk

Moortown Social Club

Cranmer Gardens LS17. Mon 7.30pm Lindy Hop; Wed 7.30pm Rock ‘n’ Roll (£2); Thurs 8pm Bingo; 1st Fri of month Northern Soul & Motown; Sat 7.30pm Free & Easy with drummer & organist plus Bingo (£1.50); Sun - Artist & bingo.

National Trust in Leeds

meets monthly at St. Chad’s Parish Centre, Far Headingley. New members welcome. Details: Pam 258

8178

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National Vegetable Society WYDA meets

Tues 11 Feb, 8pm at Paxton Horticultural Hall, 186 Kirkstall Lane, Headingley LS5 2AB. David & Olive Peel will give an illustrated talk entitled ‘The story so far’. Their allotment was featured on Gardeners’ World last year. Everyone welcome. Entry free.

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

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. New members very welcome.

Details: Jean 0785 5059990

Alwoodley Singers Wanted, new members!

Ability to read music preferable but not essential. Rehearsals Thurs 8 - 10pm at ACA Hall, The Ave, LS17 7NZ.

Jazz Improvisation Group meets alt Fri, 7.30

-10pm in Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre, Town St. An opportunity for amateur & more experienced musicians to play jazz to their hearts content. £5 per session.

Details: Dominic Moore dominicgmoore@hotmail. com

Leeds Guild of Singers

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

Love Your Lieder Series

of informal talks & miniconcerts on the music, poetry & drama of art-song 18th – 21st century. Thurs 20 Feb, 7pm at Leeds College of Music - Music Hath Charms - Harmonic Colour in Lieder with Marion Raper & soprano Jane Anthony. Details: 234

Otley & Wharfedale MacMillan Cancer Support Fundraising Group

Details: Alan 294 3370

6956, info@leedslieder.org. uk

Leeds Folk Fiddle Group

Matinee Band Friendly,

Details or to book a speaker: 261 3758/ 01943 467299

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 events.

covers NW Leeds & meets monthly to plan events. Looking for new members.

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

website: 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

U3A Leeds is a friendly, lively organisation for anyone no longer in full time work. Over 20 special interest

Details: Iveta 07546 459 409, leeds.violin@gmail.com

Guitar for Beginners

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

Instrumental Jazz Workshop - alt Sat 2.30

- 4.30pm at Seven Arts, 31 Harrogate Rd. LS7. Classes for people who want to play jazz & improvise. Work towards playing 2 or 3 numbers as part of Jazz Café – in enjoyable & supportive atmosphere. £10/£8 per class. Details: Jean Watson

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

jeanwatsonlifeskills@ hotmail.com

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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.

West Riding Opera

Roundhay Music Music tuition for any age, standard, instrument or style. Oneto-one, ensembles & accompaniment sessions. GCSE & A-Level tuition. Classes for 0-5 year olds. Tutors possess Enhanced DBS Certificates. Details:

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

playersforpleasure.co.uk

269 7754, enquiries@ roundhaymusic.org, www. roundhaymusic.org

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

Seven Jazz Voices Choir meets alt Mon 7-9pm at Inkwell 31 Potternewton Lane Chapel Allerton LS7. Fun blues, jazz, cuban & gospel numbers, led by jazz singer Nicki Allan. £5 per session. Details: Jean Watson jeanwatsonlifeskills@ hotmail.com

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

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

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Details: 01274 595978, davewb8@sky.com

White Rosettes Female barbershop chorus

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

– 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

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GERMAN FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS St Andrew’s Roundhay Shaftesbury Avenue, Leeds LS8 1DS Starts 8th February 2014 Thursday 7 - 9 pm

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Intermediate/Advanced Course available

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Community Notices

56 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

Approved Contractor

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

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

Devonshire Ave. (next to Texaco petrol station) off Street Lane LS8. Bible based, Everyone welcome.

Wigton Moor Friendship Guild meets 3rd Wed,

Hare Krishna Programme

Wigton Moor UR Church, High Ash Dr. LS17. Speakers, slide shows, presentations, & outings in July & December (with free transport). Try them out for just £2 (incl refreshments). Details:

Maureen 268 0815, Alan 294 3370.

SPIRITUAL Buddhist Meditation Classes 7.30 - 9.30pm in

Oakwood (Tue 4, 11, 25 Feb), Leeds City Centre (Wed 5 Feb) & Horsforth (Thur 6, 13 & 27 Feb). Details: 265 2118,

info@meditationinleeds.org, www.meditationinleeds.org

Christian Science Church Sunday Services & Sunday School 11am. Testimony Meeting 1st Wed 8pm.

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

HOPE Bereavement Support – Have you

experienced miscarriage or stillbirth? Are you pregnant again? We can’t take away the pain but we can provide the support you need to help you through this difficult time. Drop-in Fri 4-6pm at Chapeltown Children’s Centre, 62 Leopold St. Chapeltown LS7. www.

hopebs.org.uk

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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

Meditation for Beginners

Tues 12.30 – 1pm & 6.15 – 7.15pm; Thurs 12:30 – 1pm at Jamyang Buddhist Centre, 31 St Paul’s Street LS1. Details:

07866 760 460, www. jamyangleeds.co.uk

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

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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

Weekly Buddhist Meditation Classes

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

those medically diagnosed with Coeliac disease. Join them at one of their social events. Details: Sandra

McLean 07711 768850, sandra.mclean@btinternet. com

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

Details: Help Line: 0808 800 8000

SUPPORT

Leeds Samaritans

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

Leeds Coeliac Group

Offers support & advice to

Confidential, nonjudgemental 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

6789, 08457 909090

Leeds Weekend Care Association (LWCA)

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

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

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

Overeaters Anonymous Weds 7pm at Roundhay Friends Meeting House. All

welcome. Details: 07729 783

207, 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

TALKS & DISCUSSIONS Leeds Astronomical Society meets 2nd Wed

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@

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

‘Lady Sue Ryder – Her Life & Work’ Tues 11 Feb, 10am at St Chad’s Parish Centre, Otley Rd. A talk by Charlotte Stern, hosted by National Trust Leeds & Sue Ryder Wheatfield Hospice. £2.

Details: 275 5405

Leeds Geological Association Thurs 30

Jan, 7.15pm in Conference Auditorium 2, University of Leeds (rear of Sports Centre). Lecture: ‘The Dent marble industry’ by Bill Fraser, Leeds Geological Association. Visitors welcome. Details:

www.leedsga.org.uk

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Community Notices

58 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 Yorkshire Monthly

informal public talks on all aspects of weather & climate at the School of Earth and Environment, University of Leeds. 13 Feb: Unravelling the Uncertainties in Climate Prediction. Free & open to all.

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

Talking Allowed in Leeds (TAIL) meets

Mon 17 Feb, 1.45pm at Veritas, 43 Great George St. Topic: Metaphysics - Is it yesterday’s song? Details:

talkingallowedinleeds. wordpress.com

What does Authority mean in the 21st Century

Mon 3 March, 6.45pm in Room 1 at The Carriageworks. Leeds Salon has invited author Frank Furedi to discuss his latest book ‘Authority: A Sociological History’. What do we mean by authority? Why in the 21st century is it such ‘an elusive force’? £5/£3. Details: www.

leedssalon.org.uk

Rd, for a lecture entitled ‘Researching Leeds Coop - a Family Business’ by Laura Taggart. Free drop-in sessions Tues 2 – 4pm for anyone needing help with family history research.

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

WOMEN’S GROUPS

White Rose Ladies Speakers Club meets 2nd

Details: Mrs J. Butler 263 9540

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

Yorkshire Archaeological Society (Family History Section) meets Sat 8 Feb, 11am at 23, Clarendon

University of Leeds Ladies’ Club welcomes

gmail.com

& 4th Mon, 7.15pm Farsley Library, Old Rd, Farsley, 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: 7thmoorall

ertonbrownies@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

University of Leeds International Concert Series launches 2014 programme of classical, jazz & world music! They are offering free tickets to 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.

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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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

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

Hope Pastures Horse & Donkey Sanctuary

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

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

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Kitsch Cakes – How to

host the Perfect Tea Party Thurs 6 March, 7pm at St Gemma’s Conference Centre, 329 Harrogate Rd, Moortown LS17. Includes ideas on table themes, demonstrations, a bake-off competition & stalls. Tickets £5, include a hot drink & cake. Details: 218

5559, www.st-gemma.co.uk

Leeds & Moortown Furniture Store Registered

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

Lipreading Classes

Wed & Thurs, 1 – 3pm at DALES (Deaf Across Leeds Enablement Service) Minerva House, East Parade Leeds. For anyone with hearing loss. £3 per 2 hour session. New class Leeds Civic Hall Wed pm. Details: Susan Lee 07910 831646, susan@ susanleelipreading.com

Race Night & Karaoke

Fri 31 Jan, 7pm Meanwood Working Men’s Club, Stonegate Rd. LS6. Hosted by Meanwood & Moortown Labour Party.

The Leeds Library 18

Commercial St. LS1. Tours of this hidden gem, 10.30am Sat 1 Feb & 1 March. Call 245 3071 to book your tour.

Wedding & Special Occasions Favours Are you celebrating a special occasion this year? St Gemma’s Hospice has a selection of celebration pin badges (£1 each) with personalised backing cards (50p each). A perfect keepsake for your guests. Details: Jenny 218

5565, jennyd@st-gemma. co.uk

WorkPlace Leeds Employment Peer Support Service Peer led evening courses for people in employment - Confidence Building; Self Esteem; Assertiveness Skills; Being

Well at Work; Stress Management & more. Most free. Details: 230 2631,

admin@workplaceleeds. org.uk

Yorkshire Animal Shelter Many cats & kittens

desperate for new homes! Donations always welcome.

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

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

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