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Lang Lang at Leeds Town Hall

School’s Out!

Northern Ballet’s ‘1984’

DEAR READERS,

Oh fun – school’s out! A whole seven weeks to discover new adventures for younger members of your famiy! With Leeds establishing itself as a ‘Child Friendly City’, you’d be amazed at the fantastic variety of things there is to do. We cover just a few of these in our special ‘School’s Out!’ feature.

Other exciting news is that international pianist Lang Lang is to play a benefit concert at Leeds Town Hall; Northern Ballet is gearing up for it’s next world premiere based on George Orwell’s 1984; Greta Scacchi will star in The Glass Menagerie at West Yorkshire Playhouse; and Opera North is just ‘Too Darn Hot’!

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Lang Lang at Leeds Town Hall

The acclaimed pianist, together with 2012 Competition winner Federico Colli, will perform a benefit concert in aid of the Leeds International Piano Competition.

School’s Out!

The variety of activities planned for children around Leeds this Summer is astounding!

The Chapel Allerton Arts Festival is rapidly approaching, with a range of activities and performances planned from 31st August (including the new Festival Fringe) and the main event on 5th/6th September. Before you know it, September will be here and everyone will be settling back into work. We hope to have lots of suggestions of things to keep you occupied over the following months. Deadline for your news and notices is 1st August and 7th August for advertising (1st and 9th September for the October edition). We look forward to hearing from you.

Kind regards, Carole, Jack and the team.

10 Leeds Libraries Launch Campaign Based upon real life studies of Leeds residents who have achieved something out of the ordinary through library services.

14 World Premiere of Northern Ballet’s 1984 This is the first full length ballet adaptation of George Orwell’s renowned novel.

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SIR THOMAS CLIFFORD ALLBUTT (1836-1925) PHYSICIAN AND SCHOLAR

After visiting Leeds in 1868, the novelist George Eliot found consolation in her host and friend Clifford Allbutt: ‘a good, clever, graceful man, enough to enable one to be cheerful under the horrible smoke of ugly Leeds’. For 20 years he was Leeds’ most distinguished physician, serving at the Infirmary, teaching at the School of Medicine, running an extensive private practice, writing books and papers, and leading the field in developing new treatments and theories. One of his lasting achievements was the invention of the short clinical thermometer, still used today – the previous model was 10 inches long and took 20 minutes to register! homas Clifford Allbutt was born

this work led to his new thermometer, always handy in his

in 1836, the only son of Thomas

pocket. He became interested in the use of the ophthalmoscope,

Allbutt, vicar of Dewsbury, and his wife

particularly in the treatment of the mentally ill, and published

Marianne. His mother was a friend of

an influential book on its uses which opened a door to new

the Brontes, and the family had other

developments in treatment. As his reputation grew with his

literary connections, and medical

work and publications, he was in demand as a lecturer and as a

ones – five of Clifford’s uncles were

consultant physician, and success bred success. He was elected

doctors. Initially educated privately,

FRS in 1880, and Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians in

Clifford went on to St Peter’s School,

1884. Further honours followed.

York, and then to Cambridge to study

In 1869 he married Susan, daughter of the wealthy corn

Classics, with the vague notion of a

dealer Thomas England of Headingley Castle. During their

literary or artistic career. But after a

long courtship he confided in his friend George Eliot, in an

year he turned to the natural sciences

intimate exchange of letters. (It’s said, though disputed, that

and a socially useful future in medicine,

she based Dr Lydgate in ‘Middlemarch’ on him.) He and Susan

although he retained a lifelong interest

had no children, but in 1873 when her older brother died they

in classics and the history of ancient and

adopted his two-year-old daughter Margaret. They lived initially

meHe trained initially at St George’s

at Lyddon Hall (Leeds University now) but in 1879 bought an

hospital in London, and then in Paris.

old property in Stonegate Road, Meanwood, and commissioned

A distinguished, elegant, charming

the Arts and Crafts architect E S Prior to design a house for

publishing a booklet delicately advising

man, he could have followed a career

them – Carr Manor, built in the style of a seventeenth century

women about contraception?

in London but in 1861 he returned to

manor house. For many years now this fine house has been

Leeds and, aged 25, set up in practice

used as the Judges’ Lodgings for Leeds.

Three years later he was elected Regius Professor of Physic at Cambridge

first in East Parade, then prestigious

In spite of his heavy commitments Clifford Allbutt took a

where he remained until his death in

Park Square. He quickly gained posts at

full part in Leeds social and public life: from 1878-81 President

1925. He continued to publish, including

the House of Recovery (the fever hospital

of the Philosophical and Literary Society, and a long-serving JP.

a major medical textbook and learned

for the poor) and the Infirmary, and

Yet he still found time for his lifelong love of cycling, walking

books on the history of medicine.

as tutor at the School of Medicine – he

and mountaineering, in the Lake District and Europe. He always

Honours were heaped upon him,

had strong views on what made a good

promoted the health benefits of exercise and good diet: modern

including KCBE in 1907 – he refused a

doctor.

thinking, though he still believed in occasional blood-letting! His

peerage. One of his many special interests

When dreadful epidemics of typhus

life was full – perhaps too full. Suddenly, in 1889, he announced

was the Papworth village settlement for

hit Leeds he was ahead of his time in

that he was leaving Leeds to take up the government post of

tuberculosis victims (now Papworth

recommending fresh air and cleanliness

Commissioner of Lunacy in London– although presented as

Hospital). His memorial there reads: ‘A

– along with the best brandy, no doubt

promotion it was poorly paid compared with his high-earning

scholar-physician, an inspiring leader,

popular with his patients! He led the

practice. People were dismayed: ‘a deep loss to Leeds’. Was

and a beloved humanist’.

way in recognising the significance of

he exhausted? Or disillusioned by the harsh treatment of his

measuring temperature in diagnosis, and

uncle, Henry Allbutt, who was struck off the medical register for

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Leeds Libraries recently launched a campaign to raise awareness of its varied services. #whatsyourstory is based upon real life studies of Leeds residents who have achieved something out of the ordinary after using the library services.

Sunday School Tea Rooms The Sunday School Tea Rooms, based at the Oxford Place Centre on Oxford Place, LS1, is run by the charity No Going Back, which offers free legal advice to vulnerable asylum seekers.

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t aims to raise awareness of both online and oﬄine materials, activities and events that can be accessed free by adults in Leeds, and documents the ways in which the services empower the community. Leeds Libraries position themselves as ‘21st century libraries’, with an online app facility that allows users to access the library catalogues, and over 5,000 e-books. With services and activities from IT help and writing workshops, to intimate author meetings, Leeds Libraries have touched many lives. Two that are featured in the campaign are Ma Maposa from Harehills who started to build himself a successful future in music after discovering Studio12, a free production studio that is part of Leeds Libraries; and Wayne Levitt from Belle Isle who learned basic computer skills which allowed him to access the Local and Family History library and trace his family back to 1803.

No dream is too big, it’s just about finding the best way to achieve that dream “Ten years ago, I never would have imagined that I’d be where I am now”, said Ma Maposa. “No dream is too big, it’s just about finding the best way to achieve that dream – for me, this was down to the help of Leeds Libraries and Studio12. They changed my life.” Has your life been changed for the better as a result of the services available from Leeds Libraries? If so, they would like to hear from you. Contact them via Twitter -@leedslibraries/ Facebook – leedslibraries, using the hashtag #whatsyourstory or email whatsyourstory@leeds.gov.uk

The aim is to give clients hope and to improve their skills for future work in this country or in their home country, should they be returned there. No Going Back is a national organisation that specialises in providing free support and legal representation to people seeking asylum in the UK because they fear persecution in their own country due to their sexual orientation. All the proceeds from the tea rooms will go towards supporting the work of No Going Back. For more information about the café and No Going Back, please visit http://www.nogoingback. org.uk/ and http://bit.ly/ sundayschooltearooms

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You know when you’re invited to friend’s home for the first time, you walk through the door and you think wow! It also strikes you that this could only be this particular person’s home because it oozes their charm, and personality. e had such an experience when we visited a welltravelled friend in Chapel Allerton. She had styled her home in such a uniquely characterful and eclectic way. It brimmed with self confidence. We were so impressed we decided to dedicate this month’s feature to her interior style schtick! Vanessa travelled to Kenya in her twenties and was inspired by the vibrant colours and sounds of African textiles and music. She worked in journalism for years, writing about film and world music and continued travelling. All of this influenced her style. There is almost a freestyle jazz feel about it, evoking freedom not chaos. By mixing styles, eras, genres, and even art from different hemispheres, she has achieved what the more self conscious of us only aspire to. On paper, a richly patterned 70’s G Plan Aztec patterned velvet sofa shouldn’t work with a traditional Persian carpet but Vanessa pulls it off, and it’s not a fluke! Even her pragmatic solutions to storage, such

as using a grand French armoire as a filing cabinet, have her stamp on them. She acquired a 70’s Rockola jukebox to house her extensive 7” vinyl collection: hey-presto an elegant, simple and creative storage solution that looks amazing and is great fun for guests. Like us, Vanessa is an advocate of the idea of collecting beautiful and interesting items on one’s travels. No instant gratification here. For example the vintage lilac and white vinyl chairs she bought from a Brussels’ brocante market, now sit around her farmhouse dining table with an interesting mix of other styles of chairs she has collected. And a love of art means that the huge walls of the Georgian townhouse in Chapel A are full of original paintings, many by local artists and friends. Vanessa’s home is a fabulous example of how ditching fashions and trends, and instead filling your house with pieces that you love, being bold with colour and pattern, and giving personal mementos pride of place, creates a home that has real heart and soul.

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Northern Ballet will present the world première of Jonathan Watkins’ 1984 at the West Yorkshire Playhouse from 5 – 12 September. his is the first full length ballet adaptation of George Orwell’s renowned novel. Choreographed by Jonathan Watkins, the production is set to an original score by Tony nominated composer and arranger Alex Baranowski, who recently worked with Mercury Prize winning band The XX, and will be performed by the 30 piece Northern Ballet Sinfonia conducted by John Pryce-Jones. “Jonathan is an exciting choreographic talent and I am delighted that he accepted my invitation to create 1984 with us”, said David Nixon, Northern Ballet’s Artistic Director. “This production promises to challenge the idea of what stories can be told through dance and the dramatic talent of our dancers will draw the audience into the very core of this literary masterpiece.”

It challenges the idea of what stories can be told through dance

The story follows Ministry of Truth worker Winston Smith, who lives in a world of absolute conformity, his every action scrutinised by Big Brother. Whilst outwardly conforming to Party doctrine, he is secretly disillusioned, illegally documenting his thoughts in a diary. Then one day he receives a love note from Julia, a colleague he suspected of spying on him for the Thought Police and the pair start an illicit affair. As their romance develops and they prepare for an act of political rebellion, they discover that Big Brother is always watching and no one can be trusted; least of all themselves. “George Orwell’s 1984 has been a constant inspiration to

me since I first read it at 15”, said Jonathan Watkins. “It’s a powerful and thought provoking allegory that resonates now more than ever. “I am excited to be working with Northern Ballet and a wonderful creative team to realise this new ballet and I look forward to exploring a new way of seeing this modern classic through dance, music and film.” Tickets for 1984 can be booked online at wyp.org.uk or by calling the box office on 0113 213 7700

The National Coal Mining Museum for England’s summer exhibition – The Path of The Ponies - examines how the pit ponies lives were entwined with that of coal mining for many centuries. From conditions underground to training, from pony shows to retirement, the hidden lives of pit ponies continue to capture the imagination.

s pits grew deeper and thicker seams were worked, ponies were used for moving tubs underground. Women, and children under ten, were banned from underground work in the 1840s, so the use of ponies grew. In 1913 there were 70,000 ponies working in the British coalfields, but by 1992 this had fallen to just 23. The museum has two resident pit ponies, Eric and Ernie, and Clydesdale horse, Finn, and visitors can head to the stable yard and spend time getting to know the horses a part of their day out. The exhibition runs until 4th October and is open daily 10am – 5pm and entry is free. For more information, contact the Museum on 01924 848806 or info@ncm.org.uk, or visit www. ncm.org.uk

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York-based Theatre Mill will present Agatha Christie’s celebrated courtroom drama ‘Witness for the Prosecution’ as a unique, in-the-round theatre experience at Leeds Civic Hall from Tuesday 28th July – Sunday 30th August. eonard Vole stands accused of murdering a rich widow. The stakes are high - a shocking witness testimony, impassioned outbursts from the dock and a young man’s fight to escape the hangman’s noose. You must shut out from your minds everything except what will take place in this Court... “It is always an exciting prospect to present a play for the first time in a building of great historical significance”, said Rebecca Stafford, producer and Theatre Mill’s founder. The work is shaped to capture the true spirit of a building, the Chambers are the perfect setting for audiences to witness the Queen of Crime’s shocking twists and turns that never fail to surprise.”

This is a gripping courtroom spectacle. Mathew Prichard, Grandson of Agatha Christie and C h a i r m a n of Agatha C h r i s t i e Limited, said: “It has been thrilling to follow audiences discovering my grandmother’s work from a new perspective. Theatre Mill’s approach in revealing plays and spaces together is a wonderful way to make this happen.”

The play’s sizeable cast will include celebrated regional actors Niall Costigan (The Legend of King Arthur, A Number, Rita, Sue and Bob Too) in the role of the accused Leonard Vole, and Gordon Kane (The Crucible, Wind in the Willows) as his defence barrister, Sir Wilfrid Robarts. Tickets available from Leeds Grand Theatre 0844 848 2700 www.theatre-mill.co.uk

Throughout the Summer holidays and beyond, the National Media Museum Bradford will host a series of free family events celebrating the UNESCO International Year of Light. ‘Light Fantastic: Adventures in the Science of Light’ runs until 1st November and explores the art and science of capturing and creating light with some unusual exhibits, fun workshops and interactive shows. The Museum will highlight the stories behind weird and wonderful inventions from the National Collections of Photography, Cinematography and Television that are dedicated to the use of light. Visitors will be able to immerse themselves in specially commissioned art installations and demonstrations, as well as make their own light creations. The phenomenon of white light made from a spectrum of colour

is explored in ‘An Additive Mix’, a new installation by artist Liz West, where you will be able to walk among hundreds of coloured lights, which combine with infinity mirrors to create an endless white glow. Artists Martha Jurksaitis (Cherry Kino) and Christian Hardy (Alchemy Studio) create ‘Double Exposure: A Tale of Two Planets in Darkness and Light’ (Mon, Thurs, Sat until 4th Sept) – two fictional worlds, one permanently bathed in daylight and the other constant night. Interactive demonstrations of analogue and digital techniques in photography and film making, focus on the challenges of light conditions.

‘Get Hands On’ is a series of workshops and activities (until 4th Sept) that include experimenting with light and colour, creating camera-less photographs and making shadow puppets. ‘The Great Shadow Adventure’ explores ways that museum objects have used light to help tell tall tales; ‘Shaping Shadows’ creates beautifully intricate shadow puppets, inspired by the Java Puppets in the museum’s collection; ‘Colourful Chemistry’ experiments with colour and investigates the invisible; and ‘Light Printing’ uses lots of light but no camera to produce beautiful photographs. ‘Playing the Collections’ features Manchester-based artists David Birchall and Vicky Clarke, known collectively as Noise Orchestra (10th Sept – 1st Nov), who use electronics, photocells and sound frequencies to ‘play’ objects from the museum’s collection, culminating in an immersive, light and sound show. For further information, visit www.nationalmediamuseum.org. uk/light

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A new production of Cole Porter’s musical comedy, ‘Kiss Me, Kate’, opens at Leeds Grand Theatre on 21st September, with seven more performances scheduled between then and 31st October.

et both on and off-stage during a production of a musical version of The Taming of the Shrew, Kiss Me, Kate revolves around the tempestuous love lives of actor-manager Fred Graham and his leading lady and ex-wife, Lilli Vanessi. Throw in Fred’s current paramour Lois Lane, her gambler boyfriend Bill – and a couple of gangsters who somehow get caught up in the show – and the stage is set for a hilarious, farcical battle of the sexes. Cole Porter’s witty, jazzinflected score features hit after hit, with show-stopping numbers including ‘Another Op’nin’ Another Show,’ ‘So in Love,’ ‘Always True to You in My Fashion’ and ‘Too Darn Hot.’ The cast features both opera and West End singers, headed

up by Jeni Bern as Lilli Vanessi (Katherine) and Quirijn de Lang as Fred Graham (Petruchio). Jeni’s roles at Opera North have included Tytania in A Midsummer Night’s Dream, while Quirijn most recently played Count Almaviva in The Marriage of Figaro. They are joined by Tiffany Graves as Lois Lane (Bianca), most recently seen as Ulla in The Producers, with previous West End roles including both Velma Kelly and Roxie Hart in Chicago; Sweet Charity at the Theatre Royal Haymarket; and Killer Queen in We Will Rock You. Bill Calhoun (Lucentio) is

played by musical theatre star Ashley Day, who played Curly in Oklahoma! (Royal and Derngate and UK Tour) and appeared as Elder Price in The Book of Mormon in the West End. The Orchestra of Opera North will bring the magic of Broadway and the golden age of MGM musicals to life. The production is conducted by David Charles Abell and directed by Jo Davies, who is responsible for a string of successes for Opera North, including Ruddigore, Carousel and The Marriage of Figaro.

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mmy Award-winning actress Greta Scacchi will star in Tennessee Williams’ The Glass Menagerie at West Yorkshire Playhouse from 12th September – 3rd October. This four-character memory play, which premiered in 1944, catapulted Williams from obscurity to fame. It has strong autobiographical elements, featuring characters based on Williams himself, his histrionic mother, and his mentally fragile sister Rose. A co-produced by Headlong, Liverpool Everyman & Playhouse and West Yorkshire Playhouse,

the story follows Amanda, the frustrated mother and faded Southern belle, a daughter lost in her imagination, and Tom - the son intent on rebellion. By night, he lives the life of an outlaw and assassin via his trips to the movies. By day, he works in a factory. The air in the apartment is thick with the scent of sickly sweet flowers and Amanda’s nostalgia. Laura barely survives it, clinging desperately to her only solace, her beloved glass menagerie. When Amanda insists Tom bring home a gentleman caller for Laura, the fragile dreams of all three are shattered with consequences they may never escape. Greta Scacchi as Amanda and Tom Mothersdale as her son are joined by Erin Doherty as Laura, and Eric Kofi Abrafa as Jim. The play is directed by Ellen McDougall, with design by Fly Davis, lighting by Richard Howell, and sound by Gareth Fry.

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Leeds International Piano Competition Global Ambassador and acclaimed pianist Lang Lang, and 2012 Competition winner Federico Colli, are to perform a benefit concert at Leeds Town Hall on Wednesday 9th September in aid of the Leeds International Piano Competition.

“This is a great honour for Leeds and the Competition”, said Dame Fanny Waterman, who founded the Competition in 1961. “People come from all over the world wherever Lang Lang plays and you can’t get in! It is amazing to have someone of his calibre coming to the city and it shows that Leeds is a vibrant cultural centre. My hope is that the concert will benefit the Leeds International Piano Competition for years to come and demonstrate why Leeds should be named European Capital of Culture in 2023.”

Lang Lang is a firm supporter of the Competition’s work. His influence is firmly establishing the appeal classical music can have in popular culture. He has appeared in Time Magazine’s annual list of the 100 Most Influential People in the World. In 2008 over four billion people viewed his performance in the Beijing Olympics opening ceremony. In July 2012 he carried the Olympic torch in London prior to the opening of the 2012 London Games and in 2013 he

It is amazing to have someone of his calibre coming to the city

was appointed a Messenger of Peace for the United Nations by the Secretary General Ban Ki Moon. His influence has inspired over 40 million Chinese children to learn to play classical piano - a phenomenon which lead to The Today Show coining the phrase “the Lang Lang effect” which is evidently as strong as ever. The 18th Leeds International Piano competition will take place from 26th August – 13th September. For further information, or to buy tickets for the September 9th benefit concert, please visit www.leedspiano.com Lang Lang will play Chopin’s lively Scherzo No 1 in B minor - Op 20, Scherzo No 2 in B flat minor - Op 31, Scherzo No 3 in C sharp minor - Op 39 and Chopin’s passionate Scherzo No 4 in E major - Op 54. Federico Colli will perform Mozart’s energetic Variation in G major on a theme by Gluck - K455 and Mussorgsky’s dramatic Pictures at an exhibition. Tickets (£20 - £75) can also be purchased from 0113 224 3801 or www.leedstownhall. co.uk

Leeds West Indian Carnival, Europe’s longest running Caribbean carnival parade, takes to the streets once again on bank holiday Monday 31st August, with stunning costumes that have been months in the making, music and dance. And, afterwards, the party continues at Potternewton Park with more music and great food.

“For almost 50 years, Leeds Carnival has shared its recipe for a great day out with the perfect blend of stunning costumes, mesmerising music, delicious food and a great atmosphere”, said Carnival Founder, Arthur France. “Our planning for 2015 started the day after last year’s event to ensure that we continue to thrill audiences.” Carnival King & Queen Preceding the parade, West Yorkshire Playhouse will once again host the Carnival King and Queen Show, bringing breathtaking costumes to Its stage to compete for the Carnival King and Queen titles. “We were thrilled to host the Carnival King and Queen show last year,” said James Brining,

West Yorkshire Playhouse Artistic Director. “This spectacular event was a huge success and provided a fantastic start to our partnership with Leeds West Indian Carnival. We’re looking forward to this year’s show and celebrating the culture, inspiration and imagination this iconic event brings to Leeds.”

RJC & DAZL are Set to Dazzle in Carnival Parade! This year, young people from RJC Dance and DAZL (Dance Action Zone Leeds), are teaming up to create a choreographic fusion that will surprise and

captivate audiences. This unique artistic collaboration will perform as the Carnival parade passes through Chapeltown & Harehills. Both RJC Dance, based at the Mandela Centre in Chapeltown, and DAZL, who are based in Middleton, have won awards for their dance styles and practice, so this project promises to be a vision of creativity, style and community cohesion. The idea behind the collaboration is to give young people from different cultural backgrounds and parts of the city the opportunity to work together through workshops and dance sessions.

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he National Theatre’s production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time was one of the big winners at this year’s prestigious Tony Awards® at the Radio City Music Hall in New York in June, winning five awards – Best Play - Simon Stephens; Best Direction of a Play - Marianne Elliott; Best Performance by a leading Actor in a Play - Alex Sharp as Christopher Boone; Best Lighting Design of a Play – Paule Constable; and Best Scenic Design of a Play – Bunny Christie and Finn Ross.

Arts & Culture

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time started life at the National Theatre’s Cottesloe Theatre in 2012, transferred to the West End in 2013 (winning seven Olivier Awards) and is now simultaneously running at the Gielgud Theatre in London’s West End, on Broadway at the Ethel Barrymore Theatre, and is on a major tour of the UK and Ireland. It comes to Leeds Grand Theatre from Tuesday 25th to Saturday 29th August. Christopher, fifteen years old, stands beside Mrs Shears’ dead dog that has been speared with a garden fork. It is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in a book he is writing to solve the mystery of who murdered Wellington. He has

an extraordinary brain, and is exceptional at maths, while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, detests being touched, and distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world. Tickets (£18.50 - £35) are available from 0844 848 2700 or on-line at leedsgrandtheatre.com

Leeds Community Foundation (LCF) is calling on amateur photographers to raise awareness of the importance of local communities as part of their inaugural photography competition, My Leeds in Focus. elebrating ten years of supporting local community projects, LCF believes that communities, given the right support, can make a difference to the lives of local people. My Leeds in Focus will showcase the images and stories of the buildings, places, people and activities that define our city. Whether you have a disposable or SLR camera, or just take pictures on your phone, this is your opportunity to show what Leeds means to you. It doesn’t matter if your photo is from the past or the present, as long as it was taken in the LS postcode area. Thirteen shortlisted entries will feature as part of the city’s Light Night on Friday 9th October. One winner in each category - under 16 and 16 & over – will be selected. Prizes include a half-day photography session with professional photographers Jonathan Turner and Peter Mitchell. The public will be able to select their ‘People’s Choice Winner 2015’, by voting for their favourite through the Leeds Community Foundation Facebook page. Deadline for entries is Friday 11th September. Photographs can be submitted via www.facebook.com/ Leedscf or www.leedscf.org.uk/ photography-competition

Whether you have a disposable or SLR camera, or just take pictures on your phone, this is your opportunity to show what Leeds means to you

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Northern Ballet is committed to making ballet accessible for everyone, whether it is participating in a workshop or watching a dance performance. Offering programmes for children and adults, as well as specific projects for those with learning difficulties or physical disabilities, Northern Ballet reaches more than 50,000 participants annually and plays a vital role in enabling more people to access dance. ecently, the company hosted ‘Expressions’ at the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre, bringing together 75 participants from nine different dance groups from across the North of England and giving disabled dancers the chance to showcase their skills on a professional stage. Dancers from two of Northern Ballet’s programmes, Ability and ‘in motion’, performed. Ability is a programme designed for adults aged 16+ with mild to moderate learning difficulties. The course helps participants to improve their dance and performance skills, develop their communication and social interaction skills, and enables creativity and expression. ‘in motion’ was created for 8 – 19 year old self-propelling wheelchair users, and explores movement in and out of a wheelchair, aiming to develop strength, flexibility and creative expression. “Expressions emphasised the importance of making dance accessible to all by providing opportunities for disabled people to watch and participate in high quality dance”, said Selina McGonagle, Northern Ballet’s Director of Learning. “Our programmes provide the support and remove barriers to engagement for people with special needs.”

Northern Ballet has also created opportunities for visually impaired audiences to engage with dance. It offers audio described performances accompanied by a touch tour, enabling audiences to feel the props and costumes, and giving an insight into the movements from the production, assisted by the dancers. Northern Ballet offers ‘relaxed

performances’ for their ballets for children, which are aimed at people with autism and sensory or communication disorders. An extra ‘relaxed performance’ has been added for their latest ballet for children ‘Tortoise & the Hare’, which premieres in September. For more information, visit northernballet.com/joinin and northernballet.com/astepcloser

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With their first Nourish restaurant thriving in Sheffield, nutritionist David Stache and his partners Ben Pryor and Richard Pryor have just opened their second location here in Leeds. This is fast food with a difference…. It is all really healthy and good for you! ithin days of opening, the Leeds location at 31 Bond Street, was out-performing the mother-shop in Sheffied! One day they actually ran out of food! So it all augurs well for David, who is definitely a man on a mission – the mission being to raise awareness of the nutritional values of food and tempt people away from unhealthy choices with delicious healthy options.

He’s all about fresh, ethically sourced ingredients and inspiring others to eat more healthily

I mean, when you think of fast food, you don’t usually envisage things like Sweet Potato, Poached Egg and Pesto, Mackerel Omega Power Salad, or Quinoa Porridge, do you? Nourish’s philosophy is to provide healthy fast food that is accessible and affordable, as well as to educate people on healthy choices. The menu lists not only the ingredients, but also their nutritional values, with a carefully considered balance of protein, carbohydrates and fats in every meal. It took David, who trained at university here in Leeds, years of research to create the right balances for Nourish’s

menus. As a nutritionist he works with a huge variety of people, including elite athletes, and he believes implicitly in the vital role food plays in good health…. like I said, he really is on a mission! Perhaps it was his mother’s cooking that first got him interested in food, as that was the one thing that drew him back to Sheffield every week during his student

days. Now he’s all about fresh, ethically sourced ingredients and inspiring others to eat more healthily. There will be classes and workshops at Nourish to help people turn their diets around and David is even offering people 20 minute free consultations. Recently we were treated to a taster evening and got to try Super Greens and Almond Butter Chia Smoothies (delish!), followed by Green Tea Poached Salmon, a fabulous Superfood Salad, Chicken Quinoa Satay and Miso Quinoa Pots, Moroccan Spiced Chicken, Thai Vegetable Curry with Rice, and a Super Greens Wrap. Apart from the fact that I would have liked the veg curry to be a little spicier (but then I am a bit of a spice hound), it was all so good – and, of course, we all felt so pleased with ourselves for having eaten so healthily!

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At other times of the year, you can whet your appetite with wild greens, or forage for ﬂowers or fungi, but we pick the widest variety of produce on my foraging walks in August. hose fruit blossoms I’ve been watching since they opened in the early spring will finally be ready for picking. August is all about fruit – bilberries, raspberries, blackberries, cherry plums…all abound in the hedgerows and green spaces. This year promises to be one of the best I have seen since about 2007 for plums, and the sunshine we’re having means the blackberries should be extra sweet and juicy and the bilberries are looking fab too.

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Yorkshire’s great for bilberries. They love acidic, poor soils. The straggly little bushes hug our moors and hillsides looking like a carpet of green and nothing more. But get closer and you will spot the tiny little berries that look like blueberries. They are actually the wild parent to cultivated blueberries and what they lack in size, they make up for in flavour. Darker than their

Celebrate the summer and fruit season in style

cultivated cousins, picking them will leave you with purple hands and mouths, so a berry picker is a handy tool to have. You can use them in any recipe that calls for blueberries like drop scones, jams or pies (bilberry pie is divine!). I will be celebrating the summer and fruit season in style with a Wild Food Garden Tea Party this August and I thought I would share one of the recipes that I will be serving…Bilberry Cupcakes. The yoghurt/milk combo means they work well made with gluten free flour, just add ¼ tsp xanthan gum.

Bilberry Cupcakes 75g butter (melted and cooled), 200g plain flour, ½ tsp bicarbonate of soda, 2 tsp baking powder, 80g caster sugar, 100g yoghurt, 100ml milk, 1 large egg, 175g bilberries

Preheat oven to 200C/gas mark 6. Combine all the dry ingredients in a bowl. Beat the yoghurt, milk, egg and melted butter together. Using a wooden spoon, pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix gently until combined (slightly lumpy is fine, just don’t overmix). Quickly and gently fold in the bilberries. Spoon into 12 muffin cases and bake for 20 minutes until risen, golden and firm on top. Serve with a dollop of icing and decorate with fresh bilberries. As always, do not eat anything unless you are 100% sure of what it is. To learn more, visit www.msitu.co.uk

Help for Heroes (H4H) is asking the public to turn their BBQs into an opportunity to fundraise for wounded, injured and sick service personnel, veterans and their families. hether you invite friends over for a BBQ in your garden in exchange for a donation, or arrange a bigger community event, it all makes a difference to the support H4H can provide. “H4H is all about ‘doing your bit’ and this event is a wonderful example of people rallying support and having fun while they raise money”, said Emma Parry, CEO and co-

founder, Help for Heroes. “The money you raise is needed, it is being used and it is hugely appreciated.” H4H offers comprehensive support to those who have suffered life-changing injuries and illnesses in the line of duty. This is provided through grants to individuals, other charities and organisations, capital build projects and four Recovery Centres across the UK which

offer support for life. The money raised has been used to support the wounded, but there is much more to do. Soldiers, sailors and airmen who are injured today will still need support tomorrow and often for the rest of their lives. A free fundraising pack is available, containing H4H wristbands, lapel pins, collecting boxes, bunting, balloons and a BBQ for Heroes banner. The ‘BBQ for Heroes’ campaign runs from 15th – 31st August, but if this isn’t convenient you can choose a date that is. To register or for more information visit www. bbqforheroes.org.uk or call 01980 846459. For more information about Help for Heroes, visit www. helpforheroes.org.uk

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This is the 19th Chapel Allerton Arts Festival – the successful community celebration that gets bigger and better every year. his year the main festival takes place over the weekend of 4-6th September, but there will be many events the week before, starting 31st August – including a film festival and an art trail. There will also be a poetry night, comedy, Secret Cinema and a Picnic in the Park. This year, for the first time, the festival is organising a Fringe Festival to showcase the talent Chapel Allerton has to offer. This will take in venues such as Inkwell, The Mustard Pot and the Chapel Allerton Snooker Club. The main weekend is alive with music! The headlining band for the Friday evening in Regent Street is the wonderful ‘Dancing Years’ following local bands ‘Hunting Bears’ and ‘The Strawberries’. On Saturday Well Lane will be teeming with all kinds of stalls and loads of family entertainment plus lots of food stalls, craft beer and open air cafes. In the afternoon, music on the main stage includes the Chapel Allerton Community Orchestra conducted by Elaine Levene, the Chapel Allerton Festival Choir directed by jazz singer Tessa Smith (who will also be teaching dance classes in Swing and Jive in the Methodist Hall!). Saturday evening features the legendary Leeds PunkOud player Hassan, the Latin tinged ‘Metista’, country folk band ‘Fitzwallace’ and the Leeds jazz-dub ‘Dread Supreme’.

Sunday is a specially extended day. After the churches together event in the morning, the famous Chapel Allerton Festival Jazz Sunday kicks in at 12.30pm with the Garforth Jazz Rock Band, hip Leeds band ‘Stretch Trio’, local jazz legends Nicki Allan (vocalist) and saxman Rod Mason, the popular James O’Hara Blues Band, and the entertaining ‘Louis

Louis Louis’. The evening will finish with salsa with expert guidance from Tanya and Sergio and a chance to strut your stuff to charanga band ‘Tarantismo’. If you would like to help by volunteering as stewards (the festival is run entirely by volunteers), or to sing in the Festival Choir, check http:// chapelallerton.org.uk/ for further information.

lwoodley Quilters are holding a twelve-hour Quiltathon on 22nd August in the church hall of Lidgett Park Methodist Church, Lidgett Place, Roundhay LS8 1HQ. The aim is to make as many patchwork quilts as possible for the charity Women’s Aid, which helps women survivors of domestic abuse. These will be donated to the Leeds Woman’s Aid refuge and will be available for the women to take with them when they leave to start a new life. “As women we wanted to use our skills to support other women”, said Val Barnard, Alwoodley Quilters Committee member who organised the

event. “There’s a long tradition of making quilts to comfort those who suffer upheavals in their lives, and we hope that women who have had to flee their homes, often leaving all their possessions behind, will enjoy and draw comfort from the quilts we make. We intend to make this an ongoing relationship with Leeds Womens Aid.” Members of the public are invited to come along and see what is going on and meet the quilters between 10.30am and 5pm. Light refreshments will be available. For further information please contact Sandra Wyman on 0113 26 23791

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£10m fundraising campaign to help cancer patients across the county is almost complete thanks to the generosity of the people of Yorkshire. Their next major fundraising event is the September Ball, on Saturday 26th September at the Majestic Hotel, Harrogate. be

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glamorous and memorable evening, with a Champagne reception, four-course dinner, a big band, cabaret and dancers, auctions, prizes, a fun casino and ‘butties’ after midnight. The 2015 Ball Appeal Project will enable the purchase of the PlasmaJet Surgery System, which is used for the surgical management

of selected cases of ovarian cancer. Tickets are £90 each and are available from Sheila O’Shea on 0113 206 8444 or sheilao’shea@nhs.net. All proceeds will directly benefit patients at Leeds Cancer Centre. www.yorkshirecancercentre. org.uk

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Sunshine and Smiles, the Leeds Down Syndrome Network, is holding its third annual Great Charity Book Giveaway on Saturday 15th August, 10am – 4pm at Queens Hall, 294 Harrogate Road, LS17 6LE dmission is by donation – then you just choose from the thousands of books on offer and take as many as you can carry, absolutely free! Over 3,000 books have been donated by a local online bookseller, an auction house and friends and families. There is a fantastic choice for both adults and children. Set up and run by parents, Sunshine and Smiles is a support network for children and young people who have Down’s Syndrome and their families in

Leeds. Its aims are to improve the lives and opportunities of those with Down’s Syndrome by offering regular groups and activities, individual support and advocacy for families, to raise awareness and challenge preconceptions in the wider community. There are currently 16 sessions per month offering a variety of support. A fortnightly age 0 – 3 group offers activities, advice and support, as well as a chance to share experiences and make friends. A fortnightly 3–5 years group offers creative movement

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and social opportunities. Sunshine and Smiles also runs a monthly 4 – 9s group, a 9+ group, and a football club, as well as quarterly family activities where everyone can come together. The charity also run regular trips, e.g. to the donkey sanctuary, theatre, Sensory Leeds etc.. For further information, please contact Ailith HarleyRoberts on 0113 226 8457/ 07902 054355, sunshineandsmiles@ virginmedia.com, or visit www. sunshineandsmiles.org.uk

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Three years ago Leeds set out to be the best city in the UK for children and young people to grow up in. There are currently 180,000 children and young people in Leeds and, in a city of over 750,000 people, that’s a lot of young voices! Pictured: Sue Rumbold, Cllrs Lucinda Yeadon and Alice Smart, & Nigel Richardson

eeds City Council’s children’s services believe that these voices need to be heard and should be able to inﬂuence the decisions affecting their lives, particularly those young people who are either in foster care or supported by social care. Child Friendly Leeds is about making sure young people live in a place where they feel supported, valued and enjoy growing up. As part of this, the people of Leeds have been asked to play their part and put them at the heart of everything they do. Over the past three years, 350 ambassadors have signedup, pledging to improve the lives of young people in our city. These include individuals, businesses,

Over the past three years, 350 ambassadors have signed up

charities and the public sector. Anybody is welcome to get involved, and more people are joining the campaign every day. “It’s fantastic to see how much our ambition has grown over the past three years”, said Councillor Lucinda Yeadon, executive member for children and families. “It’s great that so many people are committed to our child friendly Leeds ambition and I hope even more people will join us as we continue to grow!” If you’re interested in joining the child friendly campaign, contact childfriendlyleeds@leeds. gov.uk , or visit www.leeds.gov. uk/childfriendlyleeds

Marie Curie Seeks New Members for Roundhay Fundraising Group The Roundhay Marie Curie fundraising group has raised nearly £4,000 for the charity in its first year! This will go towards supporting 185 hours of nursing care for people with terminal illnesses and their families. Now, they would like more people to join them so they can raise even more!

“We are looking for individuals who are organised, enjoy working as a team, have good record keeping skills and a genuine interest in supporting the work of Marie Curie”, said Hannah Saxon, local Community Fundraiser. “Our groups do an incredible job of supporting our Nursing Service.” If you would like to help, contact Hannah on 01274 386190 or Hannah.saxon@ mariecurie.org.uk.

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Leeds Rhino’s player, Danny McGuire, recently launched ‘Space for me’, a new fundraising campaign for Leeds Mencap, which aims to raise £750,000 towards the total £2.5 million cost for a new building in East Leeds. he new building will enable the charity to help 2,000 people every year and provide a community space for local groups, and will also house a much needed

nursery. Built on the site of Mount St. Mary’s School on Raincliffe Road, just off the York Road, it will be double the size of the charity’s existing space.

“There are hundreds of young people and families with learning disabilities that won’t get the support they need without this new centre”, said Danny. “I’ve worked with Leeds Mencap for a long time and I’ve seen the positive impact they have. The new building will expand services making the impact even greater.” The charity, which has been supporting children and adults with learning disabilities in Leeds for over 60 years, has identified a number of other groups and service providers to work with in the new building. The initiative is supported by pledges from Jimbo’s Fund, managed by Leeds Community Foundation, Trusts and individual donors. For further information, www.leedsmencap.org.uk/ spaceforme

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News From Your Councillor CLLR DANIEL COHEN

Alwoodley Ward To slightly misquote the great Robert Burns “The best laid plans of mice and men often go astray” – or as we often say in these parts – if it can go wrong it will. I was reminded of this famous line during a telephone conversation with a local resident who wanted to know

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Roundhay Ward Local Environment One of my hats is as Environment Champion for Inner North East Leeds - Roundhay, Moortown and Chapel Allerton. Environment means everything from street cleaning to graffiti, gulley clearing, fly tipping and the state of grass verges. The Community Committee covering the area now has its own small dedicated team responsible for this work. This is a diverse area, ranging from vibrant Oakwood with its Farmers’ Market and brilliantly renovated clock, through to the similarly lively streets of Meanwood and Chapel Allerton, to the Brackenwoods and Queenshills. For the Environmental team, the whole area needs particularly high levels of leaf and detritus sweeping year round.

what the delay was with our much needed health centre. I explained that there had been an unavoidable delay in finalising the land transfer from the Council over to the developer of the Health Centre – fortunately this has now happened and all is once again running smoothly. As always, watch this space for the latest developments with our new health centre. I have had a number of emails this month asking me to encourage those who live in narrow roads to, please, park in their drives rather than on the street (often half off and half on the kerb). I have also had a large number of emails concerned about hedges straying from peoples front gardens, onto the pavement and causing something of an obstruction. In both cases I have been exhorted upon to write about these issues in this column, which I have now done. I

appreciate that these may not be the issues that change the world, but they are the issues that can make our part of the city that bit better if we all work to improve them. Returning to Mr Burns’ quote, I am mindful that many will seek to grab a few weeks in warmer climbs in the coming weeks. If you are lucky enough to be having a summer break I wish you a bon voyage and a safe return and, whether you are going to Toulon, Tortula or Torbay, remember the great man’s words and while we’re at it one of my favourite lines from my own father “I’ve always thought that a family holiday was a contradiction in terms.”

Roundhay Park is a city-wide facility, but delegation has been broadened to include maintenance of more locally managed sites, including community parks, cemeteries, recreation grounds, urban and natural woodland, local green spaces, and sponsored roundabouts. Investment decisions on these sites are now decided locally to help achieve the Leeds Quality Park Standard. The Community Committee will be responsible for the allocation of labour resources in discussion with Parks and Countryside officers. Inevitably, all areas have their problems ranging from neglected gardens, to intermittent fly tipping. But what delegation does mean is that priorities can be set, and decisions and action taken on these fundamental problems that affect people’s lives within

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n late Summer many birds become less visible as they moult their feathers, often worn out by the pressures of the breeding season, and grow new ones in preparation for the Winter. At this time, they may be unable to fly well and are vulnerable to predators, skulking in bushes and the tops of trees to avoid exposure. The opposite is however true for their newly fledged young, so the birds you do see can sometimes be confusing to recognise. They are often as big as the adults, but can look very different, a bit like ‘unfinished versions’ of their parents. Young robins are speckled brown on the breast instead of red, and young goldfinches

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chive seeds. Sew on beads for eyes and a pom-pom nose to give him his face. 2. Harvest together! Picking and eating fresh fruit and vegetables from the garden is an eternally popular activity for children. Strawberries, tomatoes and peas are especially good. 3. Paint some pebble animals These lovely ladybirds or bees, bugs

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and any other animals can be made by painting pebbles with acrylic paint and a coat of varnish. 4. Collect seeds for next year. If some of your flowers and vegetables have gone to seed you can leave the seed heads in place until the seeds are dry and ripe. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fun for the kids to help you collect seed to put into envelopes for planting next year. It will save you money too. If the weather is wet you can make and decorate envelopes together to collect your seeds in. 5. Decorate plant labels. Wooden lolly sticks can be bought really cheaply at craft shops and have the advantage that they can be painted easily and are better for the environment than plastic. I use match pots of colourful garden paint (such as Cuprinol Garden Shades) to make a cheerful base coat and then the children can write or draw on them with felt tip pens.

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AMY DIRECTED BY: ASIF KAPADIA STARRING: ASIF KAPADIA CERT: 15 - RUNNING TIME: 128 MINS ike Senna, director Asif Kapadia’s stunning documentary about the life of Ayrton Senna, Amy is another revealing, intimate and ultimately tragic portrait of an incredible talent whose flame was snuffed out too soon. The film is a fittingly heartfelt and respectful tribute to Winehouse’s outstanding artistry and highlights not only her natural musicianship and incredible vocal prowess but also her considerable gifts as a songwriter. If only we were able to appreciate the wonder of Amy Winehouse purely as she wished and longed to live – in song, free to explore her limitless creative potential. Unfortunately, any document that would attempt a testimony of Amy’s life must inevitably veer into darkness and journey to the end of the harrowing and devastating spiral that eventually claims her. In recounting in agonising detail a tale we all saw played out before our eyes, Amy inspires awe and sympathy for its subject and, carrying the weight of its foregone conclusion, is heartbreakingly sad. The film’s first hour re-humanises Winehouse by introducing us to a young girl with an extraordinary voice who is open hearted, disarmingly forthright and honest, fun and funny. It reclaims the private persona that was lost amid the throng in the voraciously carnivorous media circus that was instrumental in her demise. We are reminded that

sensitivity and palpable sympathy and compassion for his subject

here was a person, a gifted, intensely vulnerable person utterly unprepared for the attention and pressures that her talent would draw to her. The story of an incredible artist, a sensitive soul battling demons who descends into a drink and drugs hell is so familiar to us now it is understandably the stuff of cliché. Amy Winehouse’s struggles were played out very publicly, exacerbating the situation. The depressing suggestion is that, in today’s celebrity obsessed culture, it’s not enough to be a singular talent who gives the world sublime music, but seeing a troubled young woman hounded to the grave is the kind of sordidly cathartic ‘entertainment’ the public craves. The film has generated controversy as some people don’t emerge looking particularly good, least of all Winehouse’s husband, Blake Fielder Civil, and her father, Mitch, who has

publically taken issue with his depiction in the documentary. Not surprising, as the film tacitly begs the question; who is ultimately responsible for Amy’s death? The tabloid press is a prime suspect, but Mitch’s assertion that Amy didn’t require rehab (when she clearly did) and her toxic, drug fuelled relationship with the exploitative Blake also suggest that a lack of attentive compassion from those around her also played a considerable part. As for Fielder Civil, I found myself clenching fists and teeth any time this crashing asshat appeared on screen, feeling disgust that this pitiful excuse for a human could serve as paramour and muse to one of the greatest musical figures of her generation. But I guess, as Winehouse herself acknowledged, love really is blind. The film puts the audience through the emotional wringer, engendering a genuine sense of loss and frustration during the fleeting glimpses of false dawns when it seemed Winehouse may have been able to pull herself out of the spiral only to be consumed by it once again. But among the horrors there are also beautifully touching and affecting moments such as when a newly (and briefly) clean and sober Winehouse is in the studio recording a series of duets

with one of her most revered idols and inspirations, Tony Bennett. Star-struck and putting pressure on herself to rise to the occasion, Winehouse feels she’s making a hash of it while Bennett reassures her she’s doing great. In that moment you feel her confidence may shatter and worry she might just unravel. However, not only does she keep it together but she absolutely nails the session leading Bennett to express his admiration and respect for ‘a true jazz singer’ who he considers to be of the calibre of Billie Holliday and Ella Fitzgerald. Coming from one who knows, there really isn’t any praise higher than that. One of the saddest and most galling things about the Amy Winehouse story is to see how a genuinely unique talent was reduced to a punchline and treated like a sideshow freak. It makes you realise that she was failed by many more people than just her inner circle. Kapadia has done an impressive job by presenting this heartrending story in the best way possible, with sensitivity and palpable sympathy and compassion for his subject. It’s a difficult watch at times but perhaps it’s a necessary one. I would urge you to see it and then listen to the albums Frank and Back to Black on repeat.

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Fuzzy Jones – Junk Shop Folk The announcement of new music from Fuzzy Jones is always welcome news and this short but sweet EP delivers the delectable aural treats we’ve come to expect from this bewitchingly brilliant psych-folk pixie. aving moved on from previous full band project Love of the Brave, Fuzzy has now confidently re-emerged as a solo artist aided and abetted by guitar-wielding sideman, Johnny Flockton (moonlighting from his day job in Mik Artistik’s Ego Trip) and has clearly been busy crafting some really quite exquisite fresh tunage.

The Junk Shop Folk EP serves to whet our appetites for the forthcoming album, Blood & Coffee and certainly leaves one hungry for more. It’s the album’s title track which kicks off the proceedings here and it’s a woozy, bluesy delight embellished with subtly shaky, clattering percussion which adds to the elegantly loose, somewhat hungover feel of the song.

Medicine My Wine opens with Fuzzy’s light and breezy vocal drifting over a thrumming fingerpicked guitar line and picks up pace with the addition of synthy keyboard sounds and a rhythm track that calls to mind Beck or The Beta Band. It’s wonderfully balanced in composition and arrangement with a haunting melody. The ukulele-led This Ole Hammock is as jauntily carefree as its title implies and seems to gently insist upon becoming your summer soundtrack. As ever, Miss Jones’ voice is exceedingly pleasing to the ear and this new batch of songs is like the musical equivalent of comfort food; reliably nourishing and feel-good. The instrumentation here is thoughtfully and tastefully laid down and everything is held together by Fuzzy’s enchanting, one-of-a-kind voice that is truly capable of transporting you somewhere very special. To get the Junk Shop Folk EP in your ears and to keep up to date with album news and live dates go to fuzzyjonesmusic.com

Welcome to Night Vale is a podcast presented in the form of a local news radio show for the fictional town of Night Vale, reporting on the strange events that occur within it. If you imagine a mash-up of the imaginations of David Lynch, HP Lovecraft and Tim Burton with a little X-Files and Twilight Zone thrown in for good measure, you’re on the right track.

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elivering rich and nuanced drama in the form of a community radio show hosted by Cecil Palmer (played by Cecil Baldwin), Welcome to Night Vale has grown to be one of the most popular podcasts in the world, whilst remaining fiercely independent, entirely listener supported, and ad-free. Moving from podcasting to print, the highly anticipated Welcome to Night Vale novel expands the world of the podcast and will be released this October.

Night Vale has grown to be one of the most popular podcasts in the world

Since 2013, Welcome to Night Vale has toured a fully-realised live show complete with guest stars, musical guests, and Cecil himself, performing previously unheard scripts that complement and enhance the constantly evolving narrative of the podcast, whilst still remaining funny and compelling for brand new listeners. Welcome to Night Vale tours to 10 cities this September with a never-before-released episode (‘The Investigators’) written specifically for the stage starring Cecil Baldwin

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In early September, music students of all genres will come together to study Indian music at HEART, Bennett Road in Headingley. The three day course, entitled IMOWI (Indian Music on Western Instruments), will be the second of its kind.

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MOWI was founded by Jesse Bannister, a leading classical Indo jazz saxophonist with years of international touring, education and composition under his belt. He is now making an impact with his captivating blend of Indian classical music and contemporary Western styles. The sessions will be co-led by Indian vocalist Anol Chatterjee, visiting from India, who will provide a rare opportunity for vocalists wishing to deepen their understanding of Indian music.

“Indian music has such a wealth of knowledge and tradition which can be applied to all forms of music”, said Jesse. “I believe it is very important to continue to develop my education work as well as my performance work. I always learn the most when I am teaching and consider it a great privilege to meet so many talented musicians within Leeds and to pass on my knowledge of Indian music.” The techniques of practice known as ‘Riaz’ are crucial to the overall discipline of this ancient traditional artform. With

Indian music has such a wealth of knowledge and tradition

music becoming more of a global phenomenon, students are keen to widen their understanding of musical disciplines from around the world. The course will run 10am – 5pm, Thursday 3rd – Saturday 5th September. Jesse also hopes to resume his regular classes starting in September. For further information, call Lorraine Cowburn on 07968 499105, email ragaleeds@hotmail. com, or visit www.jessebannister. com

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powerful new drama about a war hero’s last game of cricket on the eve of World War Two will be performed at Headingley Stadium on Tuesday 1st September, the first day of the LV= County Championship match against Somerset, and Thursday 24th September, the third day of the Championship match against Sussex. The Last Match is the story of the 1939 county cricket match between Yorkshire and Sussex where Leeds-born bowling legend, Hedley Verity took seven wickets for nine runs in a phenomenal game which saw Yorkshire storm to victory as the clouds of war gathered over Britain. The play explores the emotions of a generation clinging on to the last moments of peace in full knowledge that war was on the doorstep. The performance at Headingley on 1st September will

mark 76 years to the day that the match took place, two days before Britain declared war on Germany. It was Hedley Verity’s last ever match – four years later he died of his wounds after fighting in Sicily. The Last Match is written and directed by Yorkshire duo, author and former Head of BBC Yorkshire, Colin Philpott, and film director and digital artist, Kit Monkman. “As a cricket fan I have always been fascinated by Hedley Verity and the final match he played against the powerful backdrop of a country entering into war”, said Colin. “But this is a story which transcends cricket. It’s about people reacting to a moment of crisis and their differing attitudes to duty.”

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One year since the grandest Grand Départ of the Tour de France, the county’s first Bike Library has been launched in Leeds.

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upported by Yorkshire Bank, the Bike Libraries project, is a three year joint project with Welcome to Yorkshire’s cycling initiative, Cycle Yorkshire, which aims to deliver a cycling legacy for all generations and abilities. People are encouraged to drop their old bikes off at designated donation stations. Once reconditioned, these will make up the Bike Libraries and be available to individuals, enterprises and community groups to borrow, so more people can enjoy the benefits of cycling. Professional cyclist and Team Sky rider David Lopez – who raced in both the Yorkshire Grand Départ and Tour de France – was on hand at a

Cycle Challenge in Aid of St Gemma’s

David Lopez was on hand at a launch in Fearnville, to show local children a thing or two.

launch in Fearnville, to show local schoolchildren a thing or two on one of the newly reconditioned bikes at the Bike Library, the first of many to open in Yorkshire over the next few months. Research from the cycling charity Sustrans revealed that the number of Yorkshire children cycling to school almost doubled between September 2013 and September 2014, after Le Tour. British Cycling also recently revealed that membership in the county has risen 40% since the Tour de France. For further information, visit www.cycle.yorkshire.com/ bikelibraries

Leave the bright lights of London behind as you cycle through English villages down to the white cliffs of Dover, over the Channel and into stunning rural France. You’ll pass historical landmarks and famous battlefields from World War I as you cycle through to Paris, undoubtedly one of the most magical cities. The sense of achievement you’ll experience will be one you’ll treasure forever. It’s a truly unforgettable adventure. Sign up for a fantastic experience and the opportunity to make a huge difference to people living with terminal illnesses. For more information, visit www.overseaschallenges.org.uk, call 0113 218 5580, or email challenges@st-gemma.co.uk

Local NHS teams have teamed up with the charity Yorkshire MESMAC to deliver a new, integrated sexual health service, the first of its kind in the city. eeds Sexual Health will provide contraception, sexually transmitted infection testing and treatment, as well as HIV testing. It brings together the specialist expertise currently provided by Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trustâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Contraception and Sexual Health service (CaSH), Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trustâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Genito-Urinary Medicine service (GUM) and Yorkshire MESMAC, to provide improvements in sexual health for communities right across Leeds. The services will be available at the Centre for Sexual Health at the LGI until October 2015 when a new specialist facility will open in the Merrion Centre.

Clinics will also be held at Burmantofts Health Centre, the Reginald Centre Chapeltown, Armley Moor Health Centre and Beeston Village Health Centre. Those under 25 can also access the contraception clinic at Citywise on Eastgate until October, then this will become part of the new hub at the Merrion Centre. Anyone can attend walk-in services or book appointments with the clinics without involving

Leeds schools need governors Would you like to be a school governor at a Leeds school? You need to be committed to attending 6 to 12 meetings a year and visit the school. You do not need to be a parent. You do not need any particular expertise or special qualifications as full training is available. To fill in a short application form please visit www.leeds.gov.uk/docs/Governors If you have any queries or would like more information please contact the Governor Support Service on 0113 395 0242 or email education.governors@leeds.gov.uk. You are welcome to email us for a form which you can submit online or post back to us.

GPs. Soon, you will also be able to book appointments and order testing kits for chlamydia and gonorrhoea online through the Leeds Sexual Health website. During this transitional period, patients can call the helpline on 0113 392 6725 if they are unsure how and where to access treatment and support. Appointments can be made via 0113 392 6724 or www. leedssexualhealth.com

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Bushcraft adventures have always been portrayed as more suitable for men than women, but that is all about to change! ayley Gillard, founder of ‘Wild Goose’, has just launched a series of workshops inspired by the power of outdoor adventure and the positive impact of nature on mental health. Aimed at women in search of adventure, fun and relaxation, Wild Goose is an innovative Social Enterprise delivering activities like campfire cooking, barefoot walking, outdoor yoga and natural crafts to promote positive wellbeing. At ‘Women Get Wild’ women will learn bushcraft, how to build shelters and perfect campfires; ‘Be a Natural Beauty’ is all about pampering in the beauty of the great outdoors, creating your very own beauty products, being mindful and taking a barefoot walk, all in the stillness of the forest.

Wild Goose promotes positive wellbeing and challenges the stigma that surrounds mental health conditions. It is inspired by Haley’s own experience of anxiety and how the great outdoors helped her through, and she invests the profits from her bushcraft and natural beauty workshops back in to the community, to help support individuals with depression and anxiety. Wild Goose is an alternative way to look after your wellbeing, through experiencing nature’s therapeutic remedies. It gives people the chance to take time out as well as

Wild Goose challenges the stigma that surrounds mental health supporting individuals with mental health problems. It is also a great team building experience. Workshops are scheduled for 2nd, 15th, 23rd, 29th August, and 27th, September. For further information, contact Louisa Rodriguez on 07919153338 or info@ louisarodriguez.co.uk

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ue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice in Headingley is inviting people to sign up to their Starlight Hike, a 10k walk under the stars in the beautiful grounds of Temple Newsam on 26th September. Participants are invited to arrive early to register and enjoy the entertainment area, where they will find music, stalls and refreshments. After a warm-up, they will set off at 10pm and follow a marshalled route covering 10K of landscaped gardens and parkland at the historic estate. The event is open to men, women, children and their dogs and the aim is to raise £30,000 towards the cost of

running Wheatfields Hospice. The hospice provides incredible care for people with life-limiting illnesses such as cancer and heart disease. Last year the community nurse specialists provided over 4,000 home visits, almost 500 people attended the day therapy unit, and over 700 people received bereavement support. “Last year over 400 people took part in the Starlight Hike”, said Charlotte Stern, Senior Fundraiser at Sue Ryder Wheatfields. “The atmosphere was buzzing and people had a fantastic time. The Hike is a fun way of getting family, friends and colleagues together and seeing a great location at night.”

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get ready for adventure ith nine fascinating attractions right on your doorstep and seven weeks of summer events, Leeds Museums and Galleries have some special adventures for young explorers.

Enjoy an adventure around the world at Abbey House Museum and craft activities themed on different countries including Mexico, Peru, Africa, Italy and Canada. Or, dress up and join in adventures with magical creatures, including Barry the dragon at Kirkstall Abbey and pirates at Thwaite Mills. You can visit the seaside at Leeds City Museum every week with knotted handkerchiefs, seaside games, seashells and seaside shows, head to Temple

Newsam for a time travel adventure, visit Leeds Industrial Museum for a ride on a vintage bus or become fossil detectives at Leeds Discovery Centre. At Lotherton Hall you can step back in time to explore life in Edwardian times, discover nature and wildlife, all things fifties and handmade, and experiment with science. Or, join in a big art adventure in Artspace at the Art Gallery for fun with shapes and 3d artwork. For details, visit www.leeds.gov.uk/schoolholidays

a Superhero weekend! find a Cure for Henry viii hackray Medical Museum is inviting families to help their Wise Woman find a cure for Henry VIII using traditional Tudor medicine. He has injured his leg in a jousting accident and the wound won’t heal. Using herbs and traditional remedies, the Wise Woman will attempt to create a cure to get him back on his feet.

tockeld Park is hosting a Superhero weekend on Saturday 1st/ Sunday 2nd August. Go dressed as your favourite superhero and get £1 off the cost of a day pass. Take part in Superhero Workshops; create your own ‘hero’ mask and comic strip; strut your stuff on the hero catwalk and share your super power secrets; and, take home your own Yorkshire rocket fuel! There are daily adventures throughout summer holidays – head to the roller rink, whizz along the electric scooter trail, find your way out of the huge yew maze, play in the Enchanted Forest, or test your skills on the Go Kart track. Plus there’s an indoor wet weather play area and craft zone.

“Physicians in the Tudor period were generally male, but many women at that time had medical knowledge”, said Charlotte Chester, Learning Officer. “Ordinary people would not have been able to afford a doctor and would turn to their local wise woman. Our fun activities give an insight into Tudor medicine and practices and visitors can have a go at making the remedies themselves.” Workshops run Monday to Friday from 20th July – 28th August, 1pm – 4pm. Admission tickets last for 12 months and entry is free for anyone who has a valid annual pass. For further information, call 0113 205 6521 or visit www.thackraymedicalmuseum.co.uk

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swim like pirates! a s u m m e r s c h o o l at the bowery his summer Bramley Baths (Broad Lane, LS13 3PS) is your easy-to-reach tropical escape-route - where children can test their survival skills with raft races, beach parties, mini-mermaid lessons, underwater treasure hunts & picnics, as well as swimming crash courses so that children can take to the water with ease and confidence wherever they are.

he Bowery, an arts and Cafe space in the centre of Headingley, is opening up it’s studio to provide art and craft related activities for children and teenagers. The workshops are taught by a qualified teacher. You can just drop the children off in the morning and enjoy your day!

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There’s no better time than when the sun is out to swim in Leeds’s oldest bathhouse, designed by the Edwardians to let natural light flood onto the pool, offering the best of both worlds – an outdoor swim in a warm indoor, charming environment. The team at Bramley Baths has also created Stay & Play

sessions: three hours of island adventures, leaving Mum or Dad free to do other things while children aged 8+ swim like pirates, take a hilarious walk-the-plank challenge and enjoy games, races, and snacks in the garden. For the full timetable visit bramleybaths.com or call 0113 214 6000

Kids Art School (6 – 10 yrs) runs from 10am – 4pm, 17th – 20th August, and covers a variety of drawing and painting techniques. £30 a day or £100 for all four. Teenagers Fashion Academy (11 – 16 yrs) is from 24th – 27th August. Learn the basics of sewing and make a skirt and a T-shirt style top. £100 for four days (all materials provided). Children can be accommodated from 9am – 5pm for an extra £5 per hour. To book or for more information, call 0113 224 2284, visit www.thebowery.org, or pop into the Café.

t r y g o l f at t e m p l e n e w sa m udding Rory McIlroy’s will be able to improve their golfing skills at a specially designed four-hole course at a public golf club. Open until 5th September, youngsters aged 16 and under can hone their golfing talents at Temple Newsam Golf Club for just 50p, and parents are welcome to join them for £1! As the facility is unsupervised, it is recommended that an adult is present. Equipment is provided too – so it’s a fantastic opportunity to introduce young people to the game of golf. For more information, contact allan.cooper@leeds.gov.uk, 0113 264 7362 or www. leeds.gov.uk/golf

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lineham farm’s first summer camp ineham Farm is running its first Summer Camp for 8 – 12 year olds from 24th - 28th August.

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The camp runs from 8am – 6pm, with great activities between 9.30am and 4.30pm. These include climbing, cycling, archery, low & high, an assault course, bushcraft, cooking, team challenges and much more.

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tcv wilderness kids he Conservation Volunteers Skelton Grange Environment Centre on Skelton Grange Road, LS10 1RS is determined to give the kids an exciting taste of the great outdoors. On Wednesday 26th August the Skelton team will pack a van and head Into the wilderness to set up camp in private woodland, where they will spend two days shelter building (where they will sleep!), fire lighting, cooking, woodland crafting, storytelling, playing

environmental games and causing general mayhem! There are also one-day bushcraft events on 1st/2nd September and a Spy Training course on 3rd September. All the proceeds from these events will go to support the great charitable work of The Conservation Volunteers. These events sell out fast so book as soon as you can. For more details: www.tcv.org. uk/skeltongrange or contact the Skelton Grange team on 0113 2430815 / skelton@tcv.org.uk

pony days at hope pastures a discount card ope Pastures are running all sorts of free ponyrelated and animal-themed activities at the sanctuary on the corner of Weetwood Lane and the Ring Road (LS16) on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays. But, but there are also things to do, individually or as a family, on the other days. Just pop in and see what they have on. There are Pony Days every Monday and Thursday (10am-3pm), when children can learn how to care for ponies under expert supervision. The emphasis is on fun and on building confidence and skills. The day includes activities such as leading, grooming, feeding and mucking out, plus quizzes and games. £27 donation per child. On Wednesdays it’s Pony 1 to 1s and Family Fun (10am-12noon). Meet and groom the ponies. Tours and fun activities for the family. £3 donation per person/ child if you wish to brush a pony – no charge for the fun! Turn up on the day or book with kim@hopepastures.org For full details, visit www.hopepastures.org

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Maths Camp Has the Answer for Number Whizz-Kids Young number crunchers from primary schools around Leeds got together recently to multiply their maths skills at a summer camp run by The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL).

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hirty six pupils from 14 schools attended the threeday camp, which expanded their maths knowledge interactively to a level beyond their school year. The pupils, from Years 4 and 5, were selected on the basis of their ability in maths. The children spent two days at GSAL Junior School, working on fun maths games and activities designed to develop their problemsolving skills and teamwork. The third day was spent at the University

of Leeds, where they did a maths-themed campus trail and experienced their first university lecture. The programme was devised by GSAL Junior School teacher James Shepherd, together with colleagues from the White Rose Maths Hub at Trinity Academy, Halifax. “We aim to raise aspirations and attainment for more able young mathematicians, and provide an opportunity for children of similar ability to work together”, said James. “We hope to encourage them to think more logically and realise where maths can take them.” The summer camp is supported by the Department for Education’s Independent State School Partnership primary curriculum project. GSAL was one of a number of schools that successfully bid for funding by submitting

proposals for cross-sector projects to strengthen the teaching of subjects in Key Stage 1 and 2. Primary schools taking part in the camp were Pool-in-Wharfedale, Rawdon St Peter’s C of E, West End Primary Horsforth, Beeston Hill St Luke’s, Carr Manor, Kerr Mackie, Gledhow, Allerton, Brodetsky, St Peter’s C of E and Brownhill Primary, Fountain Primary in Morley, Crossley Fields in Mirfield and Harewood Primary School.

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orthern Ballet has been working with three children’s centres in Leeds to explore classic children’s books like Michael Rosen’s ‘Going on a Bear Hunt’ and Maurice Sendak’s ‘Where the Wild Things Are’. This year 31 children under the age of three and their parents from Castleton, Quarry Mount and Shepherd’s Lane children’s centres were involved in the five-week project led by Sophie Alder, Northern Ballet’s Dance

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Education Officer. The sessions, at both the children’s centres and Northern Ballet’s HQ, set out to engage young children with dance through music, storytelling and multisensory play. The project also aims to develop centre staff confidence and skills in delivering creative movement sessions. “Northern Ballet believes in the importance of providing access to dance for people in the community of all ages, backgrounds and abilities”, said Sophie.

They set out to engage young children with dance through music

“For children’s centre staff these projects provide a unique opportunity to work alongside a professional dance artist to develop their skills and the children themselves respond wonderfully to these sessions, especially when they are linked to stories that the children know.” For more information on Northern Ballet’s Learning projects, visit northernballet. com/joinin.

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For the past two years, Bracken Edge Primary School in Chapeltown has enjoyed huge success with their filmmaking club for children aged 8 to 11. This month, they took their work to the big screen with a cinema showcase event for local councillors and media professionals, where a number of local schools completed in an Oscar-style event recognising their achievements at the Cottage Road Cinema in Headingley.

Student Engineering Project Wins Gold A team of students from The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL) has scooped two sought after awards at the Big Bang Fair Yorkshire and Humber, which celebrates science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) for young people. The five lower sixth students designed and built a prototype quadcopter for conducting aerial roof inspections, which actually took off and impressed the judges. The team – Cathy Wicks, Nat Kunin, Andrew Huff, Faizan Siraj and Sam Seldon – came away with both the regional prize for Best Project (Computing) and the CREST Gold Award from the British Science Association that recognises achievement in STEM project work. The students now have the opportunity to develop their ideas further and represent the Yorkshire and Humber region at The Big Bang

he children of Bracken Edge Film Club were incredibly excited about this event, which has seen support from Child Friendly Leeds, ArtForms, Vista and big names from the celebrity world. With a camera crew on site from MadeInLeeds it promised to be an event they would never forget. Teacher and Film Club coordinator, Harry Shires said: “I am so proud of these young people. We have all been on such a wonderful journey together producing films that really stir your emotions and tackle world issues. We’ve won two awards so far (Chapel Allerton Film Festival in November 2014 & Leeds Golden Owl Awards in April 2015) and this is just the beginning.”

Beau Gilligan (Y-6) is one of the editors in the Film Club and he said, “I think the biggest thing I am going to miss from Film Club is just all the experiences that we’ve had. It’s unbelievable the things we have achieved.” Ellis Williams (Y-6), one of the camera operators, said: “We had such good times it’s just going to be sad to leave them all behind.” The cinema showcase event was a great success with a huge turnout. For one day, their lives were transformed into that of Hollywood actors with all the associated glitz and glamour! To find out more about Bracken Edge Film Club, visit www. brackenedge.leeds.sch.uk

UK Young Scientists & Engineers Fair next March. “The team has worked very hard since October, designing their model and sourcing all materials themselves to construct it from scratch”, said GSAL physics teacher Rory O’Flanagan. “To produce a working quadcopter that can fly is an incredible achievement.” A second team from GSAL also won through to the national Big Bang event next year. Calling themselves Bamboozle, John Greathead, Alexandra Lethenyey, Oliver Bell, Thomas Bell, and Arvind Narayan won Most Innovative Idea and the CREST Gold Runner Up Award for their sustainable bamboo quadcopter.

n preparation for the world of work, 168 pupils at Carr Manor Community School recently attended a morning of mock interviews which tested communication skills, body language, and the pupils’ general attitude and ability to sell themselves. Organised by Carr Manor and the Leeds Ahead Partnership, the feedback from the session was overwhelmingly positive. “I learnt a lot about how to cope in an interview situation, which is really useful”, said Madhiye Ahmed (Y-11). “I got really good feedback”, said Jake Wray. “The lady said I was very enthusiastic and that I had good knowledge of where I wanted to be in five years. It was very useful because it gave you an idea of what to expect when you leave school and made you think about what you wanted to do.”

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Interviewers from the NHS, Asda, and Eversheds Solicitors, all commented on how impressed they were with the pupils’ confidence and attitude, and commended them for having plans for the future at this early stage. “The pupils’ maturity really shone through”, said Anita Simey, Leeds Community Healthcare. “They know where they are going and that is a really good outlook to have.” The interviews were part of a scheme from the school’s careers department. Each pupil was given their feedback sheets so they could learn further from the session. Those displaying particularly impressive skills were presented with certificates of achievement.

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Fulneck School physics students spent five days in Naples this term, working with pupils from three other schools on a European seismology partnership programme.

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welve Years 9 – 12 pupils took part in the Erasmus + Project (funded by the European Union) and presented their work into studying earthquakes at a workshop hosted by IT IS Majorana, Nola, Naples. During their stay, they were exposed to a wealth of new experiences, including coping with a language barrier, cultural differences, and developing skills such as teamwork, leadership and social interaction. Fulneck is one of two schools from the UK chosen for the ‘Teaching Seismology in School’

(TeSS) initiative to develop low cost, reliable seismometers to be used by schools in Kenya. Once developed, these will be linked to Raspberry Pi computers and programmed to record seismic activity in the country, with the results being fed back to the four European schools. The pupils will also be engaged in activities using practical measurements of earthquakes as an inspirational tool to reinforce their learning in physics, earth sciences and computing.

“The five days in Naples was an incredible experience for our pupils, where they had to work side by side with counterparts from schools in Naples, Nice and Torquay”, said Ian Harrison, Head of Physics. “This is an important project that is helping youngsters to take up science subjects and will ultimately lead to a number of participants becoming scientists of the future. Our seismology club runs as an extracurricular activity after school and it is very well attended. There is a real interest in this subject.”

Pictured:Jamie Jones-Buchanan with Governors’ Award winner Aleksandra Trzcionkowska and Akram Khammo Award winner Danny Jackson.

Leeds Rhinos player Jamie Jones-Buchanan and Fabian Hamilton MP were among the special guests celebrating the achievements of Carr Manor Community School pupils recently. Certificates and trophies were awarded for subjects, character for learning, contributions to coaching a n d t h e c o m m u n i t y, work experience and attendance, in addition to the prestigious Akram K h a m m o Awa rd f o r achievement in the face of adversity, and the Governors’ Award.

“Children and staff at our school work incredibly hard throughout the year and it was a privilege to celebrate their success with families and the wider community”, said Executive principal Simon Flowers. “The ceremony particularly recognised the strength of character that all our children routinely display and we are very proud of their achievements.”

Jamie Jones-Buchanan spoke about his experiences in the world of rugby and said the values the pupils were already displaying would be invaluable to them in the future. “These young people are the new citizens of Leeds and making my home town even better”, he said. “There is nothing special about me or where I grew up, but because I had an opportunity to fulfil my potential I have been able to go on a really good journey and win some medals. You have got to be you, when you realise what your special talent is you have to ask what you are going to do with it, and be consistently resilient.” Fabian Hamilton, MP for Leeds North East, paid tribute to the teachers and pupils, saying that their efforts had made the school one of the very best. “They say the quality of teachers has a profound effect on the future of the pupils they teach. If that is the case, there is no doubt that the pupils of Carr Manor Community School are going to have a very bright future indeed.”

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

Alwoodley Community Association Indoor Carpet Bowls Section Meets Fri, 7.30 – 9.30pm. Mixed membership, mostly aged 60+ but younger age

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Leeds Folk Dance Group meets Wed (term time), 7.30 – 9.30pm at Baptist Church, Moortown LS17 6AA. Friendly group – all ages & abilities welcome. Adm £1.50

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Leeds Penguins Lacrosse Club trains Mon 7.15pm at Adel, matches Saturdays. New & experienced players welcome.

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Ramgarhia Sports Centre Adults: Circuit Training (Mon & Wed 6.30 – 7.30pm; Fri 6 – 7pm). £5 per class. Children: Cricket (ages 8-16, Sun 10am – noon); Hockey (Fri, 5 – 6pm). £2 per class. All abilities welcome. Details: 262 5657,

Tai Chi Classes Mon & Wed, 7 - 8pm Chapel Allerton Primary School, Harrogate Rd, LS7 3PD. Details: 07581 217074

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Yorkshire Cancer Centre Places available

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Roundhay Art Group

Meets Thurs 7.30 – 9.30pm at The Community Hall, The Avenue, Alwoodley, LS17 2NZ. Practical meetings, workshops, demonstrations & talks. Details: 2251546,

Meets Mon 7.30 – 9.30pm at St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Pk Rd. Roundhay LS8 1JN. A group of principally watercolour painters who meet to share skills. Regular demonstrations by local artists. New members with some experience welcome.

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

Chinese Brush Painters Society Sat 5/Sun 6 Sept,

Details: John Irving 293 1465

10am - 4pm at Pool-inWharfedale Village Hall, Arthington Lane, Xiao Bai Li, famous artist from Plymouth, will run workshops on painting an English landscape using Chinese brush techniques & painting portraits from black & white photographs. New members welcome. Details: Anne

Sewing Workshop Tues

Allan 01422 368482, mail@ cbpsyorks.co.uk

at Inkwell, 31 Potternewton Lane, Chapel Allerton, LS7 3LW. Crafts include paper

10am – 12.30pm at Inkwell, 31 Potternewton Lane, Chapel Allerton, LS7 3LW. Learn machine sewing, hand sewing & creative sewing. Make toys, accessories, clothes & home accessories. Drop-in session. £5/ £3.50 concessions.

Craft Café Thurs 2 - 4pm

Oakwood Farmers’ Market 3rd Sat, 9am

crafts, pottery, jewellery & painting. People of all ages, & abilities welcome. £3.50 adults/ £2 children.

– 12.30pm at Oakwood Clock. Details: www.

COFFEE MORNINGS, FAIRS & MARKETS

oakwoodfarmersmarket. com, Twitter @ oakwoodmarket

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.

Family Fun Day Sat 22 Aug, 2 – 4pm at St Matthew’s Church, Wood Ln, LS7 3QR. Free entry. Games. Cafe. Soft toy tombola. Hit the bucket. Homemade cakes. Name the teddy. Lucky dip. Chance to look round church. West Yorkshire Fire Service (tbc). If wet will be inside the church. Everyone welcome.

Shadwell Methodist Church Coffee Morning 1st Sat 10am – 12 noon run jointly with St Paul’s C of E in Methodist Church Hall.

Shadwell Horticultural Society Flower, Vegetable & Craft Show Sat 15 Aug, 1.30 – 4.30pm at Shadwell Primary School playing field, Main St, Shadwell, LS17 8JF, followed by prize giving & auction of produce. £6/ £5, kids free. Exhibits, brass band, train rides, tea tent, bar, stalls, etc.

Details: Susan 273 8821

GROUPS/CLUBS

Leeds Mencap Summer Fayre Sat 1 Aug, 12.30 –

Air Yorkshire Aviation Society Interested in

2.30pm at The Rookery, Woodland Lane, Chapel Allerton. Face painting, bric a brac, books, tombola, arts & crafts, raffle, cake & bottle stalls, refreshments, & musical entertainment. Details & to

aviation, aircraft old and new, airports? Regular guest speakers, trips & social events. Details: Dave Senior

donate items: 268 9598

282 1818, www.airyorkshire. org.uk

Alwoodley Chess Club meets Wed, 7pm at Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, LS 17 7NZ. New members welcome. Details:

Paul Gelder 269 7111, pagelder@hotmail.co.uk, www.alwoodleychessclub. org.uk

Chippendale Society – widely dispersed membership centred around Otley welcomes those interested in decorative arts, particularly mid/late 18th century. Lectures, study days, visits. Details:

275 9562, enquiries@ thechippendalesociety. co.uk, www. thechippendalesociety. co.uk

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

Friends of Gipton Woods meet monthly to preserve & enhance the 8 hectares of ancient woodland on Roundhay Rd at Oakwood. Nearly 40 bird species can be spotted + lots of flowers... famous for its carpet of bluebells. Details: Christine

266 7569 & Facebook.

Friends of Gledhow Valley Woods Action Mornings Sat 9.45am –12 noon. Meet on carriageway in the woods, near lake jetty. Help protect, preserve & enhance the Woods, through variety of tasks like bench installation, footpath

construction, litter picking & bulb planting. Details: www.

Leeds Budgerigar Society meets 1st Tues,

Leeds Horticultural Society meets 1st Tues,

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8pm at Troydale Recreational Club, Troydale Grove, Pudsey, LS28 9LA. Old friends & new members welcome. Details:

8pm St Chad’s Centre, Otley Rd. Annual membership £12 single/ £18 couple – includes all events & admission to Leeds Flower, Vegetable & Craft Show. Details: Pat 225

Friends of Wigton Moor Woods Friendly group meets monthly at Wigton Moor UR church hall, High Ash Dr. Varied programme of activity days, tree & bulb planting, nature quizzes & walks. New members welcome. Details: Debs

Ronnie Simpson 252 0976, www.leedsbs.webs.com

Leeds Cactus & Succulent Society meets 7.30pm at St Columba’s United Reform Church, Headingley Lane LS6.

07943 277867, Anne 07530 040349, friendsofwigton moorwoods@gmail.com, & Facebook

Details: Peter Smith 07817 688110, smitpt6@aol.com

Gledhow Valley Conservation Area Group Voluntary group

welcome. Details: www.

focusing on heritage of area. All welcome. 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

IVC Social & Events Group Leeds & Harrogate A social activities & events group for over 45s, singles or couples. New members & guests welcome at monthly Bar Nights. Details: Text

Paul 07504 760104, LeedsIVC.org.uk

Kaleidoscope Social Club for over 50s & unattached. Improve your social life & make new friends. Not a dating agency.

Details: 217 1747/ 267 0282, www.kaleidoscopeleeds. weebly.com

Leeds Caledonian Society New members leedscaledonians.org.uk

Leeds Cat Rescue rehabilitates lost, neglected & forgotten cats & kittens. If you can offer a cat a loving home, please contact them. Details: 268

0030, www.leedshs.org.uk

Leeds Hospital Alert Small group campaigning for preservation of NHS. Meets Thurs 13 Aug at Muir Court, St Michael’s Rd. LS6.

Details: 278 5495, info@ leedshospitalalert.org.uk

Leeds National Trust Association meets monthly at St. Chad’s Parish Centre, Otley Rd. Far Headingley. New members welcome (£8pa). Details: 01924

892681cmsherborne@ btopenworld.com

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

Leeds Oxfam Group

Leeds Elmet Probus Club provides a social

www.oxfamleeds.org.uk & facebook

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 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

have raised thousands of pounds over the past year. All welcome to join their programme of interesting & informative events. Details:

Leeds Photographic Society meets Tues, 7.30pm St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Park Rd, LS8. New members welcome. Details:

www.lps1852.co.uk

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

Community Notices

82 Leeds N.E. Probus Club meets 2nd Mon, 10am – 12 noon Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Dr. Oakwood, LS8 4AB for speaker’s meeting on interesting topic, & other Mondays for bowls or snooker. The club is for retired professional & business men. Details: 265

7064, dongoodman48@ msn.com

Leeds Rotaract Group 18-30s professionals & students meet 2nd & 4th Wed, 7pm at Cosmopolitan Hotel, Leeds, to socialise, network & support good causes. New members welcome. Details:

www.facebook.com/ leedsrotaractclub

Leeds Writers` Circle

Moortown Social Club

meets alternate Mondays, 7.30 – 9.30pm at The Carriageworks, Millennium Sq. Friendly, lively group of writers, fiction, non fiction, poetry etc. New members, experienced or beginners, very welcome. Details: www.

leedswriterscircle.co.uk

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.

Moortown Community Group. Friendly volunteers

North Leeds Friendship Centre Friendly group for

working to maintain & enhance the local environment including proposed Moortown Park. New members welcome.

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

Details: 266 8480, moortowncommunity group@hotmail. co.uk, wwwmoortown communitygroup.co.uk

269 0084

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

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

Roundhay Planning Forum works with local people, councillors & City Council Officers to influence local planning decisions & deliver key actions & aspirations from the Roundhay Ward Neighbourhood Design Statement. New members welcome. Details: https://

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Shadwell Horticultural Society welcomes new members. Monthly guest speaker evenings Oct – Apr, quarterly newsletters, society shop & free entry to Annual Flower Show (17 Aug). Additional events Spring & Summer. Meet people & access expert advice. Details:

Susan 273 8821

Slaid Hill In Bloom Working Party Sat I Aug 10am – 12 noon. No experience necessary. Meet outside the Dexter Pub LS17 8TX. Lunch 12.30 at The Dexter. Details: Margaret

& Geoff Tothill 268 7448, www.slaidhillinbloom.org

The 52 Club provides a social gathering for retired & semi retired men from professional & business backgrounds. Meets 2nd Mon of each month, 12 noon at Leeds Golf Centre, Wike Ridge for lunch, followed by guest speaker. Details: Peter

Spence 269 4269

West Yorkshire Fuchsia Society Members Show

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07765 943107, ianto. knockonwood@gmail.com

Alwoodley Community Choir meets Wed, 5.45 – 7.15pm in Lord Darcy, Harrogate Rd. Friendly group, all ages & abilities, singing pops, standards, shows songs. New members welcome. Details: Jean

07855 059990

Alwoodley Singers are looking for new members. All welcome, especially sopranos. Ability to read music preferable but not essential. Rehearsals Thurs 7.30 – 9.30pm at Alwoodley Community Association Hall, The Avenue, LS17 7NZ.

- 4.30pm at Seven Arts, 31 Harrogate Rd. LS7. Classes for people who want to play jazz & improvise. Enjoyable, supportive atmosphere. £10/£8 per class. Details: Jean Watson

jeanwatsonlifeskills@ hotmail.com

James Farrell Concert Band rehearses Tues 7.45 – 10pm at Dewsbury Rd Social Club. Friendly community band playing show/film music, marches & more. New players welcome.

Details: 293 1779, www. jfconcertband.com

Leeds Guild of Singers Confident sight-reader? 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

Jazz Improvisation Group with Dom Moore

Lane, LS17. Singing musicals, pop & light classical songs. Perform concerts throughout the year. Details: Anne or

Tracy 07914 833394

Oddfellows Brass Band Concert & Afternoon Tea Sun 2 Aug, 2pm at Castle Grove Masonic Hall, Headingley. Tickets £10.

Details:Tracey 242 4003, tracey.garczynski@ oddfellows.co.uk

Phoenix Concert Band Community concert band for players of Grade 6 standard & over. Rehearsals Thurs 7.30 – 9.30pm The Grammar School at Leeds, Tebb Room.

Details: secretary@ phoenixband.co.uk, www. phoenixband.co.uk

Players for Pleasure offer playing opportunities to adult amateur musicians. All levels, instruments & ages over 18. New performers welcome. Friendly, informal & supportive atmosphere. Details: www.

playersforpleasure.co.uk

meets fortnightly on alt Tues & Fri, 7 – 10pm 1st Floor, Providence House, Authorpe Rd, Meanwood LS6 4JB. £8 per session. Details: 07800

Roundhay Ukulele Group

wind or brass instruments, children & adults. £20 per term. Join now to start Sept. Details: www.

816 086, dominicgmoore@ hotmail.com

bighooha.co.uk, www. roundhayukulelegroup. wordpress.com

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is urgently seeking more violinists! They rehearse Thurs, 7pm at 1 St Mark’s Ave. Details: Iveta 07547

Wed 19 Aug, 7.30pm at Moorside & Residents Community Centre, St Catherine’s Dr, LS13. Exhibiting a range of specialist fuchsias from singles, doubles, hardy, encliandras, standards & hanging baskets. Visitors welcome. Details 256 3055

Writers Group (Leeds

Daeglith Music Group

Borders erstwhile writers group) Meets every other Monday at Bridget’s Bar, Victoria Hotel, Leeds. All kinds of writers in all styles. Currently looking for new members. Details:

(Oakwood) 3rd Sat every month. Any playing ability welcome. Details: Lois@

Details: Alan 294 3370

Collingham Training Band for beginners on

daeglithmusic.org.uk

Instrumental Jazz Workshop - alt Sat 2.30

Leeds Folk Fiddle Group

112171, leeds.violin@gmail. com

Mixed Voices Choir Mon 7.45 – 9.45pm Tree Tops Community Centre, Shadwell

Meets Wed 8 – 9.30pm at The New Highwood, Brackenwood Dr LS8. All abilities welcome. £6 per session. Details: jen@

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

Community Notices

84 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

Songbirds Choir meets Wed, 7.30 – 9.30pm Yorkshire College of Music & Drama, St Mark’s Hse, St Mark’s Ave, LS2. Singing songs from classical to pop. Ability to read music preferable. Details:

SENIORS Chapel Allerton Good Neighbours (CAGN) welcomes local seniors 1st Tues, 2pm at Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre. Interesting speakers, refreshments & laughter. Details: Daisy 887

3597

Chapel Allerton Town St Lunch Club Tues 12.15

Tracy 07914 833394

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

Yorkshire Late Starter Strings (YLSS) rehearse Sat,

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

10am – 12.30pm. Friendly, informal string orchestra of adult learners who play a stringed instrument. Players of all abilities welcome. Specific beginners’ group for those 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

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 – just go along. Details: Ron Wiener 266 7722

Games, Giggles & Gossip Wed, 2 - 4pm at Methodist Church Hall, Town St. Chapel Allerton. Enjoy anything from dominos & bridge to Snakes & Ladders or Snap! Plus a chat with tea/ coffee & a biscuit or bun

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

Roundhay Tea & Chat Club Tues 1.45 – 3.30pm

course meal £3.50 followed by fun activities. Northcall Community Centre, Cranmer Bank, LS17. Details: 268

at Terry Yorath House, Devonshire Ave. Club for over 65s who would like to make new friends & take part in wide range of activities.

seeking volunteer walkers to support group. Details: Gina

9993

Details: Carole 269 6632

RVS Chapel Allerton Good Neighbours Dementia Café Mon

Stainbeck URC Lunch Club Stainbeck Rd. Mon &

12.30 – 2pm at Inkwell Café, Potternewton Lane, LS7. Also Singing for the Brain, arts & crafts, Tai Chi, & Knit & Natter sessions. Details:

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

887 3595

RVS Community Action for Roundhay Elders (CARE) welcomes people over 65 on Thurs, 1.303.30pm at Brackenwood Community Centre. Wide range of entertainment, activities, speakers, trips & special interest clubs.

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

Wigton Moor Friendship Guild meets 3rd Wed, Wigton Moor UR Church, High Ash Dr. LS17. Speakers, slide shows, presentations, & outings. Try them out for just £2 (incl refreshments).

Details: Maureen 268 0815, Alan 294 3370.

Details: Andrew or Sue 887 3595

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RVS MENA Community Café Fri am Meanwood Community Centre. Activities include Tai Chi, tea & dance, knit & sew, & soon walking & poetry clubs. Currently

Alwoodley Park Methodist Church, The Avenue, LS17 7BX Sunday service: 10.45am. All welcome. Weekly

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Julian Meetings 1st & 3rd

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Tues, 2pm at St Edmund’s Church, Roundhay, LS8 1JN. Silent meditation in the Christian tradition. Details:

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

Chapel Allerton Methodist Church Sunday Services: 10.30am & 6.30pm. Aĺl welcome. Monthly Explorers’ group for children on Tuesdays. Chapel Allerton Youth Project meets in Methodist Centre (opp church) weekday evenings.

Drop in Group Meditation (free) Sun 7- 8pm (except 3rd Sun: 6.30 – 7.30pm) Experience peace & calm with periods of silence & guided meditations. Brahma Kumaris, West Park. Details: 275 7727,

leeds@uk.brahmakumaris. org, www.brahmakumaris. org/uk/leeds

Drop-in Buddhist Meditation Classes 7.30 - 9.30pm Ratnasambhava Centre, 22 Back Wetherby Rd, Oakwood (Tues); HEART, Headingley (Thurs). £5. Details: 265

2118, meditationinleeds@ gmail.com, www. meditationinleeds.org

Eckhart Tolle Stillness Group meets Mon, 7.30 - 9.30pm Friends Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay LS8. Share Eckhart’s DVDs & silent meditation. £3 - £5 suggested donation. All welcome. Details:

07884 332644, www. peacenowhere.com

240 3048/ 273 5865

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

yorkshire@dechen.org, www.dechen.org

Learn to meditate FWBO Leeds Buddhist Centre. Contemporary approach to meditation, mindfulness & the Buddhist tradition. Also classes in yoga & bodywork, chronic pain & stress management.

Details: 244 5256, www. leedsbuddhistcentre.org

Lidgett Park Methodist Church, Lidgett Place, Roundhay. Sunday Service & Junior Church 10.30am. For evening services mid-week activities, see website. Community Coffee Morning 1st Sat 10 – 11.45am. Details: www.

leedsnandemethodist.org. uk/lidgett.php

Meditation for Beginners Tues 12.30 – 1pm & 6.15 – 7.15pm; Thurs 12:30 – 1pm at Jamyang Buddhist Centre, 31 St Paul’s St LS1. Details: 07866 760

460, www.jamyangleeds. co.uk

Mill Hill Unitarian Chapel (City Sq Leeds)

Shadwell Methodist Church Sunday Services:

Sunday Services 10.45am; Contemplative service 6pm; Mid-week Recharge Wed 1.15pm - a half-hour reflection. A space of spiritual enquiry - sanctuary for the soul

9.30am. Creche for under 5s & Junior Church (9.4510.30am). Coffee after each service. Details: Margaret

Moortown Baptist Church 204 King Lane, LS17. Sunday services 10.30am & 6pm. Range of toddler, children’s, youth, house groups & senior projects through week.

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

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

Details: 07949 972690, www.leedshealingcentre. org

Roundhay Evangelical Church Sun services 10.30am & 6.30pm at Roundhay Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Drive (near Oakwood Clock). Friendly, informal & bible-centred. All welcome. Monthly children’s & youth groups plus special events. Details: www.

roundhayevangelica lchurch.com

Roundhay Quaker Meeting for Sunday Worship, 10.45am at 136 Street Lane, Roundhay LS8. Enjoy an hour of generally silent worship. Children welcome to Sunday School at same time. Details: 293

3684, www.leedsquakers. org.uk

Walker 225 1826

St Andrew’s Roundhay URC (Shaftesbury Ave) Sunday worship 10.30am family worship with children & young people’s groups followed by refreshments. Communion 1st Sunday; Evening service 6pm 2nd Sunday; Early communion 9.30am 3rd Sunday.

Details: www.standrews. cc; Facebook, @ standrewsurc

St Barnabas C of E Church The View, LS17 7NA. Sunday Services 10am (with children’s activities) Families welcome. Coffee drop-in 3rd Wed, 10.30am – 12; Busy Bs, 10.30am – 12.30pm for good company, conversation, activities; Church Lunch, 12.30 – 1.30pm (details: 268 2591/ 226 8269)

Details: 265 4926, www. stbarnabasleeds.org.uk

St Edmund’s North Park Ave, Roundhay. Sunday services 8am, 10am (with children’s groups) & 6.30pm. Exploring faith, building community. Many groups & activities. Details: 266 4532,

www.stedmundsroundhay. org.uk

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

Community Notices

86 St John Mary Vianney Parish - Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 294 Harrogate Rd, LS17 6LE. Masses: Mon - Fri 9.15am, Sat 10am, Sun 8am, 9.30am, 11am & 6.30pm. St Paul the Apostle Church, Buckstone Cres. Masses: Sat 6.30pm & Sun 10am.

St Martin’s Church, St. Martin’s View, Potternewton, LS7 3LB. Sunday Service 10am – Parish Communion, Sunday Club & refreshments. Wednesday Service 9.30am – Holy Communion. Open Afternoon Tues 2 – 4pm for quiet reflection & prayer. All welcome. Details: 262 4271,

Allerton, LS7 3QF). Sunday services 8am, 10am & 6.30pm. Details: Revd

SUPPORT

David Robinson 268 3072, www.stmatthew schapelallerton.org.uk

meets 3rd Tues of each month, 7.30 – 9pm, St Chad’s Parish Centre, Far Headingley. New members welcome. Details: Pat 275

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

stainbeck.urc.org.uk

www.st.martinleeds.org.uk

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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.

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

Diabetes UK Support Group meets 1st Mon, 7 – 9pm at the West Yorkshire Playhouse, except bank holidays when it’s 2nd Mon. Speakers on different aspects of diabetes. All welcome.

Details: 07840 686618

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Support & advice to those diagnosed with Coeliac disease. Coeliac Awareness Stand at Leeds Flower Show 1st/ 2nd Aug at The Grammar School at Leeds, Alwoodley Gates, Harrogate Rd, LS17 8GS. Details: 277 6401,

515471

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Leeds LAS (Living After Loss Through Suicide) Peer support meetings in Leeds. Details: Sue Watts, Leeds Bereavement Forum 225 3975, sue.watts@lbforum. org.uk @Leeds_LAS

Leeds Multiple Sclerosis Society uses Armley Leisure Centre for activity classes (transport available). MS Chat every two weeks. Over 300 members. New members

Leeds Samaritans Confidential, nonjudgemental support 24/7 for people experiencing 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 homebased care. Details: 216 5133,

angela.roberts@lwca.co.uk

Little Hiccups Outreach Support network for children

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with a disability & their families. Run by parents.

Details: 07831 230741, outreach@littlehiccups. co.uk, www.littlehiccups. co.uk

Marigold Wellbeing Centre Day Therapy Centre, St Michael’s Hospice, Harrogate, two Saturdays a month. Support for people with cancer & other chronic conditions. Details: Karen

devastating illness. Also offers expert speakers & signposting to other agencies.

Details: panpalsyorks@ yahoo.co.uk

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

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

Thompson 01943 461640

Panpals - Yorkshire Pancreatic Cancer Support Group meet every 3 months, in Headingley. Supportive, friendly & informative selfhelp group copIng with this

meets 2nd Wed, 2pm at St Chad’s Parish Centre, Far Headingley. Details: Pam

Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP) Support group

Bower 258 8143

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Bentley brothers specialise in the manufacture and installation of sliding sash windows and bespoke doors. Established in 1989 we are a family owned and run business using traditional joinery methods but incorporating modern draught seal technology. Bentley brothers are certified users of Accoya timber and Teknos paint systems.

Albert Works, Mount Pleasant Road, Pudsey LS28 7DY Tel: 0113 236 1384 Email: info@bentleybros.co.uk Web: www.bentleybros.co.uk

88 The Owls New citywide informal child-minding group offering support, training & information, & social events. Membership £5 pa. Details:

Community Notices of Leeds. Free & open to all. Details: http://tinyurl.

Soroptimist International Meet 2nd

Leeds Junior Chess Club Meets Sun 5.30

com/rmetsyc, rmetsoc_ yorkshire@hotmail.co.uk

Mon, 7pm at Weetwood Hall. All ladies welcome. Details:

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

228 8509

WOMEN’S GROUPS

SNAPS (Special Needs &

Alwoodley Townswomens’ Guild

Parent Support) welcomes any family with a child with special needs to their Saturday support group at Penny Field School, Tongue Ln. Meanwood. Hydrotherapy, swimming, dance & coffee. Details:

07964 847 775, dean@ snaps-vol.org.uk, www. snaps-vol.org.uk

Wharfedale General Hospital Cardiac Club Open to former cardiac patients & their partners. Exercise classes under supervision of qualified instructors. Meets Mon, Wed & Thurs at Wharfedale General Hospital. £3.

Details: Details: 07949 307 955, wghcardiacclub@ gmail.com, www. Wharfedale CardiacClub. org.uk

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. Details:

info@leedsastronomy.org. uk, www.leedsastronomy. org.uk

Royal Meteorological Society (Yorkshire) Monthly informal public talks on all aspects of weather & climate at School of Earth & Environment, University

meets 4th Mon, 7.15pm at the ACA, The Avenue LS17 7LT. Variety of speakers, outings, coffee mornings. Friendly group. New members/visitors welcome. Details: Pat 225

0030

Chapel Pie WI Friendly, fun women’s group for all ages. Visitors welcome (£3). Annual membership £33.

Details: chapelpiewi@ gmail.com, www. chapelpiewi.com

Darling Roses WI meet 2nd Sat (no meeting Aug), 11.30am at St John’s Church Hall, Harrogate Rd, Moortown. Details:

darlingroseswi.org

Leeds Ladies Coffee Club meets 1st Thurs. 10.15am at Leeds Church Institute, New Market St. Leeds (next to Samuel Taylor’s). Friendly group supports local charities. £3.

Details: Joan McShane 225 1166

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

www.sigbi.org/leeds

University of Leeds Ladies’ Club welcomes women connected to the Uni as either serving or former staff members, partners of staff, or grads. Regular events. Details:

www.universityof leedsladiesclub.co.uk

White Rose Ladies Speakers Club meets 2nd & 4th Mondays 7.45pm at Horsforth Museum. Have fun while you learn how to enjoy speaking in public. Visitors welcome. Details: Pauline

Neale 269 3542, pauline. neale@ntlworld.com, www.leedsladiesspeakers. co.uk

YOUNGER LIFE Harehills Movement & Music Playgroup Parent

John Hipshon 226 7759, www.leedsjuniorchessclub. co.uk/

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 6 – 7.15pm. Details:

7thmoorallertonbrownie s@gmail.com

Parent & Tots Group Tues (term time) 1.30-3pm Queen’s Hall, Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 294 Harrogate Rd, Moortown. £2 per family. Everyone welcome. Details:

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

run playgroup at Harehills Lane Baptist Church Hall (access via Hilton Pl), LS8. Tues: music & parachute fun; Wed: movement & developmental play. 10 – 11.15am term time. £1 per family incl refreshments. Everybody welcome. Details:

3.45 – 4.45pm (ages 6-10); 4.45 – 5.45pm (age 11+) at Mandela Centre, Chapeltown Rd. LS7. All abilities welcome. £4. Details: 239

harehillsplaygroup@gmail. com

2040, stef@rjcdance.org. uk

WANTED! Volunteer Cubs Leaders St Edmund’s Church Roundhay. If you enjoy working with children & want a rewarding pastime, please contact Ross Ferguson on 266 2403.

Gledhow Woodcraft Folk welcomes new

RJC Dance Gymnastics For Young People Tues

members aged 6 – 9, Thurs 6.15 –7.15pm at Gledhow Primary School. Games, songs, craftwork & outdoor activities. Places limited so book now. Details: Jo 368

1402, gledhowleeds@ woodcraft.org.uk, www. woodcraft.org.uk

MISC/ EVENTS Have a Ball with St Gemma’s! Tickets (£45) now on sale for annual Winter Ball Sat 28 Nov at LUFC Centenary Pavilion. Drinks reception, 4-course meal, live band, raffle, auction & prizes! Perfect as office Christmas party or a great get together with friends & family. Details:

Jenny 218 5537, jennyd@ st-gemma.co.uk

Hope Pastures Pony Days Mon & Thurs, 10am – 3pm. Learn to care for ponies under expert supervision. Emphasis on fun & building confidence & skills. Includes leading & grooming the ponies, feeding & mucking out, plus quizzes & games. £27 per child. Booking essential. Details: karen@

hopepastures.org

Hope Pastures Pony 1 to 1s & Family Fun Every Wed in Aug, 10am – 12 noon. Meet & groom ponies. Fun activities for the family. Visitor centre open. £3 per person/child if you wish to brush a pony – no charge for the fun! Turn up or book to make sure you have time with a pony. Details: kim@

St John’s Church, New

Volunteers needed!

Briggate, Needs Volunteers! Roles include welcoming visitors, explaining the history & organising events. Opportunity to join national heritage organisation (Churches Conservation Trust) & meet people with a passion for history & heritage. Details: 07867

Could you offer some time to help older people in LS17? There’s a range of opportunities at Moor Allerton Elderly Care (Maecare), including friendly visiting; helping at activity groups & outings; driving & IT support. Details: Wendy

974738, gwhite@thecct. org.uk, www.visitchurches. org.uk

266 0371 or www.maecare. org.uk

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Sat 12 – 2pm at St Martin’s Institute, St Martin’s View, LS7 3LB. Details: Rev

Church Lane, Adel LS16 8DW) One of Britain’s most innovative small gardens is open Sun – Thurs, 1.30 – 4.30pm. Adults £5/ children free. Details: www.

David Stevens 262 4271

yorkgate.org.uk

Sue Ryder is Recruiting Volunteer Collectors

Yorkshire Cancer Centre September Ball

to support their fundraising efforts around Leeds. All they require is the enthusiasm to make a difference to people’s lives & the ability to be a good ambassador for the charity. Details: Roohi

Sat 26 Sept, The Majestic Hotel, Harrogate. Tables of 6, 10 & 12 now available for glamorous evening of good food, fine wine & entertainment. Details:

St. Martin’s Community Kitchen Provides hot meals

Lupton 203 3360, roohi. lupton@suerydercare.org

Sheila 206 8444, www. yorkshirecancercentre. org.uk/events.php

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together for a tea event with colleagues, friends & family this October & help raise vital funds for St Gemma’s Hospice. Special fundraising pack available. Details: 218

Lipreading Classes

5555, www.st-gemma. co.uk/timefortea

company would like to get involved in the St Gemma’s ‘You’re Hired!’ entrepreneurial challenge (which raised a fantastic £13,500 for patient care this year), Details: Jenny 218

for anyone with hearing loss. Details: Susan Lee

07910 831646 susan@ susanleelipreading.com

St Gemma’s Hospice Summer Raffle You could win a top prize of £1,000, with runners up prizes of £500 & £250 & M&S vouchers. Draw on 28 Aug.

Details: Tracie 218 5296

Unwanted Bicycles, Wheelchairs, Crutches Rotary Club of Calverley collects on behalf of PhysioNet & Margaret Carey Foundation. Any condition. To be refurbished & exported. Details:

Mike 236 0481, mike. rotarycalverley1040@ outlook.com

553, jennyd@st-gemma. co.uk

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