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Christmas is Coming

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Christmas is Coming

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The Holocaust designed for primary school children; The BloominYorkshire Charity chooses a winner in its Rose design competition; and Leeds’ first Goth City Festival, celebrating the gothic and post-punk heritage of Yorkshire, has a great programme lined up. And there’s more……..keep reading! Soon we’ll be starting on our December edition – please get all your news and notices to us before 1st November and advertising by 8th November (25th November and 5th December for the January edition).

Like it or not, Christmas is Coming! This month we take a quick look at a number of venues and special events around Leeds that will help you really enjoy the season – along with a few ideas of where to look for gifts that are a little bit different.

We bring you news of the first Hepworth Prize for Sculpture; They Lived in Leeds features William Osburn; and The Thoresby Society is putting on a series of lunchtime talks about women in Leeds in the nineteenth century. Leeds Trinity University has produced new training material about

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06 The Hepworth Prize for Sculpture - Discover the work of the

34 New Teaching Material about The Holocaust - - Leeds

50 Take a Journey to the Dark Side - A city-wide musical

four artists shortlisted for this major new award.

Trinity University launches new training material for primary school children.

festival celebrating the gothic and postpunk heritage of Yorkshire.

10 Christmas is Coming - Enjoy seeking out unique gifts and wonderful Christmassy experiences in and around Leeds.

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52 Yorkshire Games Festival

22 Million Dollar Quartet Set to Rock Leeds Grand - The story

39 BloominYorkshire’s New Rose! - Charity chooses winner in its

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The Hepworth Prize for Sculpture

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iscover the work of the four artists shortlisted for The Hepworth Prize for Sculpture, a major new £30,000 award recognizing a British or UK-based artist who has made a significant contribution to contemporary sculpture. In its most ambitious exhibition ever, The Hepworth Wakefield will showcase the work of Phyllida Barlow, Steven Claydon, Helen Marten and David Medalla, highlighting each artists’ unique approach to sculpture. The exhibition, which runs from 21st October – 19th February, celebrates the breadth of contemporary sculpture in the UK today. Experience Phyllida Barlow’s monumental constructions and the sensory work of Steven Claydon. Helen Marten (also nominated for this year’s Turner Prize) will be showing her intricate sculptures, while David Medalla’s installation gives you the opportunity to collaborate in the making of the work.

The winner will be decided on 17th November by a panel of judges, including architect David Chipperfield, the BBC’s Alastair Sooke, Carolyn Christov-Bakargiev, Director of Castello di Rivoli Museo d’Arte Contemporanea di Torino, Sheika Hoor alQasimi, President Sharjah Art Foundation and Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo, President of The Fondazione Sandretto Re Rebaudengo.

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Find out more about the shortlisted artists when they discuss their work and thoughts on sculpture in a series of talks at The Hepworth at 6 – 7.30pm on the following dates: Steven Claydon, Wednesday 16th November; Phyllida Barlow, Wednesday 30th November; Helen Marten, Wednesday 25th January 2017; and David Medalla Thursday 2nd February 2017. Tickets costs £10 / Members £7.50 / Students £5 from www.hepworthwakefield.org/inconversation For further information, visit www.hepworthwakefield.org

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WILLIAM OSBURN (1793-1875) MERCHANT, EGYPTOLOGIST, WRITER

In 1824 an extraordinary event took place in Leeds, in the presence of a circle of the most eminent men of the town – the solemn opening after three thousand years of the ornate sealed coffin of the Egyptian mummy donated to the Society by the wealthy banker, Edward Blayds of Oulton Hall. The place was Philosophical Hall in Park Row, the home of the recently formed Leeds Philosophical and Literary Society. Among those present was William Osburn, Secretary of the Society, who recorded the opening of the coffin, the slow, delicate unwrapping of the 40 layers of bandage, and the analytical examination of the body. He worked on the interpretation of the coffin’s inscriptions to reveal its secrets. His detailed account, published in 1828, remains a fine example of early research work and shows Leeds leading the way in this new area of knowledge. William Osburn was a wine and spirit merchant, who joined his father’s business when he was 18. Educated at Leeds Grammar School, and later Cambridge University, he had a wide range of interests – in travel, other lands and cultures, history, theology. In his early 20s he was an enthusiastic founder member of the new Leeds ‘Phil and Lit’ and gave frequent lectures there. Alongside his intellectual interests he shared his father’s fundamentalist religious views, which led him into active campaigns on behalf of the poor and exploited: condemning the use of children to sweep chimneys, promoting working class education (he was a Sunday School teacher for 40 years), and passionately supporting improved conditions for factory children. But what absorbed him most in the 1820s were the new, exciting discoveries in Egypt, now in British possession - the first mummies from excavated or despoiled tombs were on display in London, together with the unique Rosetta stone, seized from the French. With matching inscriptions in three languages it provided the key to deciphering hieroglyphic writing. He studied the first works on the subject, acquired a cast of the stone, learnt how to interpret the characters, and was able

to identify the Leeds mummy as that of the important priest Nesyamun. He wrote articles and gave public lectures on his work. And increasingly he focussed on the association between ancient Egypt and the truth of the Bible, publishing the first of several books on this subject in 1841. His personal life seemed secure. After marrying in 1829 he and his wife Ann had four sons and two daughters over the next nine years. They lived in elegant style in a fine house in Preston Place (part of the University campus now). But his business ran into trouble. Was he too obsessed with his studies and writing to attend to it? Were his wealthy clients upset by his social and political campaigns, particularly bitter during the 1832 election when he led the local movement for factory reform? Whatever the reason, in 1843 he and his business partner were declared bankrupt. It was a catastrophe for his family – they had to leave their comfortable home, and the family was split up, the younger children left to the care of relatives. Osburn himself became a rootless figure, lodging in various houses, obsessively researching and writing. He travelled, once at least to Egypt to see its wonders himself, and published five more successful books, on religion and ancient

Egypt, including the comprehensive ‘Monumental History of Egypt’. He had a respected reputation, was a fellow of the Royal Society of Literature, still gave occasional lectures, and served on the committee for the Leeds contribution to the 1851 Great Exhibition. His social concerns remained the same. In 1857 he read a poem to the Leeds Phil and Lit which became known for its dark picture of mid Victorian Leeds, beginning: ‘The AIRE below is doubly dyed and damned/ The Air above with lurid smoke is crammed’. It continues with a reminder of the deep social divides: ‘The one his villa and a carriage keeps/His squalid brother in a garret sleeps’. Did his wealthy listeners feel uncomfortable? He finally retired to Guernsey and died in 1875. His children had to cope without his support. His daughter Lucy, trained by Florence Nightingale, became a leading figure in the development of nursing in Australia (and is the subject of a recent biography); his other daughter, after an unhappy period as a governess, ran a successful school near Harrogate. His sons had to make their way in the world independently. The mummy of Nesyamun remains one of Leeds’ museum’s treasures. It has been and is still the subject of modern scientific investigations, but the story of that first unwrapping almost 200 years ago continues to intrigue and impress.

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Roundhay School is planning another excellent Friends of Roundhay School Christmas Craft Fair on 3rd December, 10.30am – 1pm.

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Opening on 25th November you can plan a Twelve Days of Christmas magical woodland walk along twinkling paths and discover enchanting installations. Tiptoe through the Enchanted Fairy Dell – a secret fairy hideaway, catch a glimpse of fairies in their new village and listen to their giggles and whispers. Then visit the Elf Village where Santa and his elves have taken up residence. Help out in the arts and craft workshop, take home a souvenir, write to Santa, take an ‘Elfie’ on the sleigh and meet the big man himself.

Designed with families in mind, Lotherton Hall’s Christmas Experience will capture imaginations and entrance youngsters with experiences inspired by traditional tales, leaving them spellbound. Spread throughout the estate and Edwardian house, visitors can explore a magical Twelve Days of Christmas Walk, an Elf Village and a secret fairy hideaway.

The Edwardian Christmas Weekend on Saturday 10th / Sunday 11th December will feature carols, magic shows, arts and crafts, dressing up and wreathmaking. Dress up as Edwardians and visit the Edwardian Selfie Studio for an Edwardian family portrait. Booking is strongly advised. Full details, tickets and Santa visits are available at: thechristmasexperience.co.uk

The Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice Annual Christmas Fair is on Saturday 26th November, 11am – 3pm, and is a great family day out. Enjoy beautiful Christmas decorations, perfect gift ideas and festive favourites sung by local choirs. There is something for everyone, including children’s activities and games, and storytime. And, no Christmas fair would be complete without a special appearance from Santa and his elves! Wander around the hospice grounds while a brass band plays your favourite carols and you order your real tree just in time for Christmas. There will also be plenty of food on offer, including mince pies, mulled wine and roasted chestnuts. Wheatfields Hospice relies on the continued support from the public. They are aiming to raise £7,000 at this year’s Winter Wonderland, which could pay for 437 hours of incredible care to support people with life limiting conditions to live the fullest life possible. For further information, contact 0113 278 7249, wheatfields.fundraising@ sueryder.org, or visit www.sueryder.org/ wheatfieldswinter

Simcha Gallery, located on the balcony of the Corn Exchange, is unique in Leeds in having within it a thriving jewellery and artists’ studio where people can see work being made. In an artistic stripped pine setting, natural textures and forms are the inspiration for silver and gold jewellery, art cards and clothing accessories, all handmade by Stephen and Anne Roper, and for ceramics by several UK makers, not found elsewhere in the city. Now in it’s second year, the gallery is a sought-after destination for special handmade items. Stephen’s organic jewellery has free flowing lines and organic textures. “I love Art Nouveau and medieval jewellery”, he said. “I create tactile pieces that have both a contemporary and ancient feel, adorned with beautiful gems like Peridot and Tourmaline, as well as Diamonds and Sapphires. I apply traditional metalworking techniques in an original way.” Anne has a modern folk style that has a dream like Chagall feel. Mixed media art cards and pictures are complemented by finely embellished scarves, shawls and jewellery, enhanced with fine crochet, beading, and embroidery. www.simchagallery.co.uk

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The popular Hepworth Wakefield Christmas Market Weekend is on Saturday 26th/ Sunday 27th November (10am – 5pm). The market, named as ‘one of the top Ten Christmas markets in the North’ by Creative Tourist, with The Guardian calling it ‘one of Britain’s best Christmas markets’, features a handpicked selection of some of the UK’s most exciting designers, printers and craftspeople. Over 50 stalls will be displaying unique Christmas gifts including ceramics, prints, jewellery, textiles, homewares and much more. Entry is free.

interesting gifts. There’s Festive Family Fun for families with children aged 3 – 12 all weekend too. Meet Father Christmas from 11am – 4pm (£7.50 per child). He will return on 17th/18th December at the same time. There are also workshops for both adults and children – from Christmas Card making and Needle Felt decorations to Christmas Printmaking. For full details on all of these and to book, please visit www. hepworthwakefield.org/christmas The Hepworth also invites you to do a little Late Night Shopping on 1st December, when they will be open until 9pm. Spend over £25 and get a free tote bag. A festive menu will be served in the Café Bar from 5pm and the Wakefield Community Gospel Choir will perform between 7 – 8.30pm. £10/ U-16s £5.

While at The Hepworth, don’t forget to visit its gift shop too for cards, books, prints, toys, cushions, jewellery and other

St Gemma’s Christmas Gift Fair Friday 4th November & Saturday 5th November 10am – 5pm; Sunday 6th November, 10am – 2pm, at St Gemma’s, 329 Harrogate Road, LS17 6QD. You’ll find a huge variety of Christmas gifts, decorations and other festive essentials. Refreshments available. Further details: 0113 218 5555. Leeds City Museum Etsy Local Christmas Market Saturday 3rd/ Sunday 4th December, 11am – 4pm. More than 30 local creative businesses arrive

to host the second Etsy Made Local Christmas Market at Leeds City Museum. Etsy Made Local is a great opportunity to meet local makers and find unique handmade gifts for everyone on your Christmas list. Yorkshire Food Fayre at Crag House Farm – Thursday 17th November, 10am-4pm. Meet local Yorkshire food suppliers. Tastings throughout the day to tantalise your tastebuds!

Christmas Fayre at Crag House Farm (Otley Old Rd, Cookridge, L16 7NH) Saturday 3rd & 10th December, 10am-4pm. Santa is on hand from 11am – 4pm – receive a gift, have your face painted and make a Christmas craft, all for £6.50. A great day for all the family, with stalls selling Christmas decorations, gifts, and Christmas trees. The farm shop will be filled with Christmas treats and the Granary restaurants will be serving festive food from 9am-5pm. www.craghousefarm.com

After the success of the Leeds Print Fair over the past two years, this year it becomes a weekend event on 5th / 6th November at The Corn Exchange. Have a go at printing and browse the colourful stalls featuring an array of printing techniques. There will be a huge variety of different print processes, themes, and styles, including screen prints, linocuts, etchings, and woodcuts. New and emerging artists, will be exhibiting along with well established favourites. There will also be printed textiles in the form of lampshades, tea towels, bags and cushions. All original, one-off pieces which will make unique gifts this Christmas. Open from 10am – 5pm each day, entry is free. For further information, visit www. leedsprintfair.wordpress.com

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£5 per child includes gift. Grab a Reindeers’ Explorer Map and follow in their hoof-steps (10am – 4pm); and visit Fountains Christmas Post Office (11am – 3pm) to write and post your letter to Santa at the North Pole – paper, pens, envelopes and stamps provided! There are lots of other festive workshops, lunches, and tours at Fountains Abbey – for full details visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ fountainsabbey

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Get in the spirit of the season by joining in with the Leeds Santa Dash on Sunday 11th December! Literally hundreds of Santas take part in this dash every year, raising vital funds for St Gemma’s Hospice. This year they are hoping to make it their biggest ever Dash with 1,000 Santas all coming together to support the hospice. Helping St Gemma’s bring joy and happiness to their patients is a great way to get your Christmas celebrations off the ground. Depending on your ability, you can dash through the city, taking

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Million Dollar Quartet Set to Rock Leeds Grand n 4th December 1956, one man brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley to play together for the first – and only – time. His name was Sam Phillips; the place was Sun Records, and that night they made rock ‘n’ roll history. ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ became the name for the impromptu jam session when an album of that night was finally released in 1981. Now, ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ is a Tony Award-winning Broadway musical and West End hit and is on its first ever UK tour, hitting Leeds Grand Theatre from Monday 7th – Saturday 12th November. At the time of the recording Elvis Presley was already a star – albeit now with RCA records, Phillips having sold him for $35,000 - Johnny Cash had a host of hits with Sun Records, Carl Perkins had had Photo: Darren success with ‘Blue Suede Shoes’, and Jerry Lee Lewis Bell was an unknown. Set in a small studio, ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ is narrated by Sam Phillips, played by Jason Donovan. He switches from speaking directly to the audience, giving them the history of Sun Records and its signings, to exchanging stories and witticisms with the quartet, and then steps back completely to allow Elvis, Carl, Johnny and Jerry to perform. The show has a score of rock hits including ‘Blue Suede Shoes’, ‘Hound Dog’, ‘I Walk The Line’ and ‘Great Balls of Fire’. Elvis, Carl, Johnny and Jerry are brought to life not only through the

actors’ musical talent and embodiment of each well-known character, but also through the script, written by Colin Escott and Floyd Mutrux. “You’d be forgiven for thinking that there is only one person who can play the piano like Jerry Lee Lewis - and that’s Jerry Lee Lewis”, said Faye Dawson, The Grand’s PR Manager. “Well, it turns out there are two Martin Kaye is amazing.” Martin played the role of Jerry Lee Lewis on the first North American tour of ‘Million Dollar Quartet’, which led him to open the Las Vegas Production at Harrah’s. Robbie Durham plays Johnny Cash; Ross William Wild joins the cast as Elvis; Matt Wycliffe appears as Carl Perkins; and Katie Ray is Dyanne – all of whom have played leading roles in major musicals. “The cast is superb, giving performances that will blow you away”, continued Faye. “The show is a wonderful insight into one night in rock ‘n’ roll history and all its players. If you like rock ‘n’ roll and its roots, Million Dollar Quartet is most definitely for you.” Tickets (£19.50 - £38) are available from 0844 848 2700 or online at leedsgrandtheatre. com

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Wildgoose Theatre Presents ‘Gates of Gold’ at Seven Arts Wildgoose Theatre will present their latest production, Frank McGuinness’s ‘Gates of Gold’ at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton, on 16th November at 7.30pm.

Ross Noble’s ‘Brain Dump’ at Leeds Town Hall A true master of surreal tangents, Ross Noble will bring his new show ‘Brain Dump’ to Leeds Town Hall on 30th November / 1st December at 8pm. s always, Ross has lots of stuff backing up in his head and it’s time to let it all out. He is famed for his super quick freewheeling style and highly imaginative flights of fancy. His on-stage exuberance and cerebral style have established him as one of the UK’s top comedians. Starting out in comedy 25 years ago, Ross has completed 14 sell out tours, released nine top selling stand-up DVDs, and ranked tenth in Channel 4’s poll of the 100 Greatest Stand-Ups. He is also a regular on panel shows like ‘QI’ and ‘Have I Got News for You’. Ross’s talent for abstract streams of consciousness is always a delight. The

Evening Standard described his show as being “Whimsy and wackiness from an unstoppable mind”. “Noble’s extemporising shtick is near unique and it can be dreamily funny to witness these streams of nonsense plucked from thin air” The Guardian “Beautifully twisted thoughts without resorting to the overly surreal” The Times “The supreme master of spontaneous stand-up and true king of surreal ﬂights of fantasy” Time Out Tickets (£25) are available from 0113 376 0318 or www.leedstownhall.co.uk Recommended for age 15+

Written in 2002, the play presents a fictional account of the lives of Micheál MacLíammóir and Hilton Edwards, who founded the legendary Gate Theatre in Dublin. Here we see them presented as Gabriel and Conrad theatrical and life partners for over 30 years. But now Gabriel is dying and the pair re-evaluate their lives, love and legacy. They are joined by nurse Alma, Gabriel’s sister Kassie, and her son Ryan. The play explores the magic of theatre and the imagination, and addresses questions of sexuality, gender confusion and human mortality, with McGuinness’s trademark mix of humour and piercing poignancy. Andy Love is in the director’s seat with a cast that includes some of York’s finest actors: Richard Easterbrook (Gabriel), Paul Baxter (Conrad), Rosy Rowley (Alma), Jeanette Hunter (Kassie), and Stu Freestone (Ryan) “At Wildgoose Theatre we want to put on plays that appeal to us, present us with challenges, either technically or artistically, but which won’t necessary be familiar to theatregoers”, said Andy. “‘Gates of Gold’ fits that bill perfectly.” Tickets (£12/ £10) are available from www.wildgoosetheatre.com and Seven Arts www.sevenleeds.co.uk

Robin Hood – Not What he’s Cracked Up to Be? obin Hood is probably the most famous legendary outlaw in the world – portrayed in a myriad of ballads, books and films as an amazing archer who wore green clothes and led a merry band of men. Of course, he robbed the rich and gave to the poor. Writer Peter Morrison does not think it was as simple as that. The main character of his recent novella ‘A Lonely Road’, set in the year 1214, is not Robin Hood, who is dead and buried at its beginning, but a young advocate, Thomas Sturdy, who

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comes across his grave in the forest. He goes on to conduct a full investigation, conducting interviews with those who associated with the dead man, like a certain William Scarlet. Peter will be reading from his book and explaining his research at a free preliminary ‘Between the Lines’ event for Headingley LitFest on Thursday 17th November, 7pm in Headingley Library. (The main part of the LitFest will be next March.) “Northern England at a time of political ﬂux and shifting loyalties is evoked in startling detail in this book”, said LitFest secretary Richard Wilcocks. “It all feels very authentic and it helps make it a proper page-turner.” Peter Morrison lives in Keighley and is Chairman of Airedale Writers’ Circle. “The novella is making a comeback – not before time”, he said. “I wanted to write a short but intricate story which would hold the reader’s interest all the way, whilst evoking a sense of the distant past. Hopefully a work of fiction with a difference.”

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The Thoresby Society is putting on a series of lunchtime talks in November about women in Leeds in the nineteenth century. he talks will take place at The Leeds Library, 18 Commercial Street, LS1 6AL, on Wednesdays, starting at 12.45pm and lasting for an hour. Everyone is welcome and admission is free. On 9th November, Vine Pemberton Joss will talk about the work of the Yorkshire Ladies Council. They were ‘the women who changed Leeds through philanthropic initiatives’, including the founding of the Leeds School of Cookery, Babies Welcome, and the West Riding Nursing Association. Their public lectures on women’s health and hygiene facilitated the opening in Leeds of a medical practice by Ethel Pechey – one of the first women doctors in Britain. On 16th November, Janet Douglas talks about ‘Leeds and the 1866 Women’s Suffrage Petition’. Of the 1,499 women who signed the petition, 101 were from Leeds, largely from the Woodhouse district, living in streets that you have probably walked along. On 23rd November, Derek Martin will speak about ‘Nineteenth Century Women Athletes’. While it was only in the 1970s that female athletes were allowed to run races longer than 800 metres, in nineteenth century Leeds

Ethel Pechey – one of the first women doctors in Britain opened a practice in Leeds

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there were events where you could witness women performing walks of up to a thousand miles! Finally, on 30th November, Ann Wilkinson will talk about the ‘Little Owls Society of Leeds’ founded in 1879. Membership was by invitation and included the daughters of some of the prestigious families in Leeds. Some of the subjects they discussed were very controversial. For example, in 1888 the subject for a meeting was ‘Individualism v. Socialism’. The Thoresby Society is the Leeds Historical Society, founded in 1889. For further details, please contact Alan Slomson on 0113 278 7861, secretary@thoresby. org.uk, or visit www.thoresby.org.uk

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Chaophraya Transforms Thai Dining Experience Leeds is certainly well served by Thai restaurants. One that we had been meaning to visit was Chaophraya on Swinegate, but somehow we had never made it. Their introduction of a new menu claiming to transform Thai dining was a great incentive. haophraya decided to tweak its already popular menu. Up to now it had been rather Bangkok orientated, perhaps even a little westernised. It was time to re-examine their offering and rediscover some regional cuisine. Chaophraya chefs went back to Thailand and trawled certain Thai provinces for new flavours – including Chiang Mai, the Maeklong River, Khanchanaburi and the banks of the Chaophraya River in Bangkok. “The launch of our new menu is a really exciting development for Chaophraya”, said Nattawut Leela, Development Chef of Chaophraya. “Over the past six months our senior culinary brigade travelled to Thailand to research the latest developments in Thai cuisine and we have blended this with our expert chefs’ knowledge. With a dash of imagination we believe we have created a menu that takes Thai dining to a new level.” The new menu offers a mix of dishes inspired by their travels and featuring tastes from across Thailand. Signature dishes include chamber aged sirloin steak cooked on a Himalayan salt

block (which a neighbouring table ordered and it looked fantastic!), soft shell crab served on a bed of mango salad and firm favourites like Thai Tacos and Phad Thai. As we were feeling the cold that

evening, we were tempted by soup to start. Chicken TomKha - a mildly spicy, rich, fragrant soup with chicken cooked in galangal, lemongrass, chilli, kafir lime leaves and shimeji mushrooms – was delicious. But the Prawn Tom-Yum – a really spicy hot and sour soup with king prawns, mushrooms, lemongrass, galangal, roasted chilli and lime leaves ﬂavoured with Thai herbs – was superb! And it was so beautifully served, the bowl piled with fat prawns arriving first, then the spicy broth was delicately poured over from a little spouted pot. I could have happily dined on several helpings of Tom-Yum and nothing else. But move on we did, choosing Crispy Pork Belly with Thai Basil served with sugar snap peas and peppers tossed with fresh chillies, garlic and hot basil leaves – a distinctive, very tasty Thai take on pork belly; and steamed Sea Bass Fillets (Pla Ga Pong Neung Manao) with coriander root, lemongrass, galangal, lime leaves, served with fresh chilli and lime sauce and a salad of yellow soy beans, sugar snap peas, choisum, chillies and mint – absolutely mouth-wateringly delicious! We rounded the meal off with Mango Meringue Roll mango and passion fruit meringue roll with roasted almonds and lightly caramelised strawberries; and the Thai Dessert Sampler – a duet of Thai pancakes with pandan leaf custard and mango sticky rice. This is a big restaurant on two levels, but it is cleverly split up with bright bars and open dining areas alongside secluded, more intimate areas with soft lighting, perfect for a romantic evening or small family celebration. Throughout there is interesting lighting, Thai sculpture and art. The vision of Kim Kaewkraikhot and Martin Stead, who started the Chaophraya chain (Leeds, Manchester, Liverpool, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh) was to present authentic Thai cuisine and genuine Thai hospitality and Chaophraya does that in spades. Individual dishes are priced from £6.50 for starters, £10.50 for mains and £7.50 for desserts.

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Age UK Leeds offers a range of services supporting older people here in Leeds. This winter they are launching a new service, ‘Mission Possible’, which will work with military veterans to reduce social isolation, whilst also providing emotional, financial and housing support over a 12-week period. The service is open to anyone born before 1950 who has served in the forces or done national service.

“The focus of our service will be to help individuals feel more confident to do the things they want to do and improve their quality of life”, explained Sam Latham, Independence at Home Manager. Age UK Leeds will also be fundraising this Christmas with a Carol Concert on Saturday 3rd December at St John the Evangelist Church beside the St John Centre, followed by refreshments and children’s craft activities in Arch Café. It will be a great afternoon for the whole family.

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New Teaching Material about The Holocaust for Primary Schools New training material designed to teach primary school children about The Holocaust was launched recently at Leeds Trinity University by Holocaust survivor, Dr Martin Kapel, who also shared his personal experiences of being a child refugee on the Kindertransport from Poland to England.

Pictured: Beverley Forrest (Leeds Trinity), Dr Martin Kapel, Jenny Carson (Holocaust Educational Trust), Dr Paul Dickinson (Director of Institute of Childhood & Education, Leeds Trinity).

eveloped by The Holocaust Educational Trust, the Teachers’ Guide, which accompanies free online lesson plans and resources, provides guidance for Year 6 teachers wanting to discuss the history of The Holocaust in the classroom. The Trust has been working closely with Leeds Trinity over the past five years to ensure the next generation of teachers feels confident and knowledgeable enough to engage children in the history of the Holocaust.

“With our roots as a teacher training college and our reputation for graduate employment, many of our trainee teachers are working in primary schools as soon as they graduate”, said Beverley Forrest, Lecturer in Primary Education at Leeds Trinity University. “We want to make sure they receive handson experience during their time here, and recognise the value in teaching younger children about historical events such as The Holocaust.”

Alex Maws, Head of Education at the Holocaust Educational Trust, said: “By the later stages of the primary curriculum students are emotionally and intellectually ready to explore complex and challenging histories. Study of age-appropriate themes related to The Holocaust enables them to begin to examine a defining moment in human history which raises fundamental questions about human identity, behaviour and ethics.” To request the new teaching materials, visit www.het.org.uk

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Tibetan Lama Visits Leeds Buddhist Centre Jamyang Buddhist Centre has a double reason to celebrate this Autumn as it approaches its 20th year and welcomes Dagri Rinpoche, an eminent Tibetan Buddhist Lama, to the city.

he Buddhist Centre, now on St. Paul’s Street, began with a small group of people interested in Buddhism meeting up weekly to learn how to meditate. Today the Centre provides weekly Buddhist and secular meditation and mindfulness classes, and also hosts teachers and scholars of Tibetan Buddhism from across Europe, Australia, America and Asia. “We welcome over 3,000 people to Jamyang Buddhist Centre annually”, said Kerry Prest, Director JBCL. “As we approach our 20th year we are launching a fundraising campaign to purchase a property in the centre of Leeds. This will make us more sustainable over the longterm and able to continue to provide an oasis of calm in the city.”

During his visit to Yorkshire, Dagri Rinpoche will also visit the Himalayan Garden at Harewood House, as a guest of David Lascelles, the Earl of Harewood and Patron of Jamyang Buddhist Centre. For further information, visit www. jamyangleeds.co.uk

Mirrabook to Develop Digital Resources for Young People with Diabetes The Leeds-based Mirrabook Development Trust CIC was recently awarded Lottery funding to develop a series of digital learning resources about diabetes for children and young people with the condition. “The resources will promote understanding about diabetes and better self-management amongst children and young people”, said Cathy Thomas-Varcoe, Founder and Managing Director of the Trust. “We will also explore feelings associated with living with diabetes, and support organisations that can provide ageappropriate support. Ultimately, it is anticipated that these resources will help to reduce the need for visits to the GP and A&E, and hospitalisations.” Mirrabook is a centre for excellence in digital learning. It offers a range of services associated with digital learning to the education and corporate training sectors, and all profits from these services are invested into helping it achieve its aim – which is: To develop a free, quality digital learning experience for children and young people that will help them achieve their potential and not be limited by socio-economic background, race, gender, disability or learning difficulty. It is anticipated that the resources for the diabetes project will be available within six months. If you or a family member would like to be involved in the trial, please contact info@mirrabook.org.uk, or visit www. mirrabook.org.uk

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Find Out About Fostering with Barnardo’s n its 150th year, Barnardo’s is appealing for more people to come forward to look after the 52,000 children who live in foster care in England. Today, three in four children in care in England are fostered. And with 990 children in Leeds foster care, Barnardo’s is inviting prospective foster parents in the area to find out more. “Barnardo’s believes that children and young people need a family environment that is safe, secure and nurturing, for them to grow and develop their full potential”, said Sarah

Whittington, Operations Manager with Barnardo’s Family Placement for Yorkshire. “Fostering placements can last for a few weeks or several years depending on the circumstances, so we are looking for a wide range of people who can offer different kinds of support. “There is no typical foster carer for Barnardo’s - we welcome all applications regardless

of sexuality, ethnicity, religion or marital status and whether or not you have children of your own. So long as you have a spare room and are able to commit time to the children and young people, Barnardo’s will commit to you in terms of training, support and a good financial package of fees and allowances. “When you change a child’s life by fostering we’ll help you deal with the changes in yours.” For further information, call 0113 263 1464 or email afby@barnardos.org.uk

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Sunday 4th December at 3pm in Leeds Town Hall Featuring The Salvation Army Bands, Choirs and Timbrelists and our Special Guest - Vocal Soloist Tickets from: Laura Jackson The Salvation Army, c/o 35 Baronsway Whitkirk, Tickets LS15 7AW. Enc. S.A.E and Cheque £7.50 Adults payable to £6 OAP’s and “The Salvation Army” Under 16’s Tel. 0113 225 0330 or 0113 282 7176

Bloomin Yorkshire’s New Rose! arlier this year, the BloominYorkshire Charity Foundation launched a design competition for school children of all ages. The idea was to design a rose that would be manufactured, sold and planted to create a massive public art display consisting of tens of thousands of roses in York Museum Gardens in 2018. The winning design was chosen recently and it is by Isabel Taylor (10) from Pudsey Primrose Hill Primary School. Isabel was presented with a trophy and an Ipad by Coronation Street actor Colson Smith at a surprise assembly at her school. The school also received vouchers and equipment for arts and craft materials to the value of £3,000.

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The challenge now is to raise the money to mass produce Isabel’s rose then sell them. This will be a major fundraising event for BloominYorkshire which aims to raise vital funds for organ donation and kidney research. Bloomin’ Yorkshire was set up by Janice Richardson, a 52 year old Yorkshire dialysis patient from Horsforth, who was inspired by the fabulous poppy display at The Tower of London and Yorkshire Sculpture Park. Janice refuses to let her illness get her down, despite two failed kidney transplants and surviving life threatening total organ failure. She is now throwing her energy behind this project to raise awareness of the importance of organ donation and to raise £1,000,000 for two charities, Kidney Research and Live Life Give Life. For further information, visit www.bloominyorkshire.co.uk and Facebook.

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he bite in the air tells us that Winter is almost upon us, with all the joys it brings. No sooner will North Leeds Life have hit your doormat or local store, than it’s Halloween. As recent years have shown, we seem to be replicating the American approach to this ‘holiday’ with ever more trick or treating and more extravagantly themed parties and costumes.

Perhaps it is also time to take on another custom from overseas, so that those who wish to participate in the spooky shenanigans, can separate themselves from those who do not (a scheme run fairly successfully by the Sandhill Residents Association last year). The idea is simple – if you are happy to receive a visit from trick or treaters, place a pumpkin or other halloweeny decoration on your front door or somewhere easily visible from the street; if you don’t wish to receive them, dispense with the halloweeny decoration. Trick or treaters will visit only those houses decorated for Halloween. I am not promising for one moment that this will save those who cannot abide this annual ghostfest, but year by year we might be able to establish this as the way Halloween can work for everyone. The other joy at this time of year – or despair depending on whether or not you have pets – is fireworks and people letting them off at inappropriate times. Each year I am asked what does the law say about the times one is allowed to set off fireworks and where one may set them off.

So here is a very brief summary: with the exception of Bonfire Night itself, New Year’s Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year, it is against the law to set off fireworks between the hours of 11pm and 7am. On bonfire night, and only on 5th November itself, the cut off time is midnight, for New Year’s Eve, Diwali and Chinese New Year it is 1am. It is always illegal to set off, or throw, fireworks (including sparklers) in the street or any other public places. My very unscientific poll suggests that these times are very late for fireworks to be set off and that good neighbourliness would be to follow the general rule of thumb ‘Up ‘til eight is great, after nine is rarely fine’, as for Bonfire Night, again my very unscientific poll suggests that after 10pm fireworks are generally not welcome. Perhaps these rules will help everybody enjoy the coming month a little bit more. Do remember, for all local queries your Alwoodley councillors are always here to help.

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ctober’s highlight was the Roundhay & Oakwood Festival. This year saw the launch of the Roundhay & Oakwood Passport. Children collect stamps in their passport by completing activities and challenges. The idea is to get them out and about, learning more about their local area and communities. Thanks to Leeds Dads and Oakwood Traders & Residents Association for coming up with the idea and putting it into practice. November is Children’s Takeover month at Leeds City Council. In 2015 Leeds achieved a Gold Commendation from the Children’s Commissioner for the fantastic takeover opportunities that were offered to children and

November is Children’s Takeover month young people across the city – from taking on the job of being headteacher for the day to chairing a meeting of HealthWatch, the organisation that represents NHS patients in Leeds. Roundhay Park will host a Lantern Festival this winter and it looks like it will be a magical event. As ever, we’re interested to hear any feedback you have. For that and any other queries about happenings in Roundhay, you can always contact your Roundhay councillors.

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â&#x20AC;&#x153;November always seemed to me the Norway of the yearâ&#x20AC;? - Emily Dickinson In the kitchen garden Vegetable growers can harvest Brussels sprouts, winter cabbage, kale, leeks and parsnips this month. If you grow rhubarb or artichokes, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good to tidy up any debris from around the plants and mulch them with some well rotted compost to protect them through the winter. You can also plant new rhubarb plants now, as well as garlic cloves, fruit trees and fruit bushes. I like to bring in a few sprigs of mint for the winter, they soon form roots in a jar of water and can be potted up and kept on the kitchen windowsill where they will keep growing to provide fresh leaves for favourite recipes.

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Gardens and hedgerows may still have plenty of dried seed-heads such as teasels, honesty or poppies, as well as sprigs of berries. Why not bring some indoors for winter arrangements? They can be sprayed silver and gold for a touch of festive glamour once they are thoroughly dry.

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Wildlife It is the month for bonfires but also a time for hedgehogs to hibernate in piles of wood and sticks, so do please remember to check and make sure your bonfires are wildlife-free before lighting them. Many garden birds will continue to visit throughout the Winter and will appreciate any food and water you put out for them. Now that the trees are bare and vegetation has died back, it is an opportunity to put up nest boxes so that birds can raise their families in your garden next Spring. Choose sheltered sites away from strong sunlight and driving winds. According to the RSPB, many species start scouting for nest sites in the Autumn and may use the boxes for roosting in the winter time.

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MY SCIENTOLOGY MOVIE DIRECTED BY: JOHN DOWER STARRING: LOUIS THEROUX, ANDREW PEREZ, MARTY RATHBUN

CERT: 15 RUNNING TIME: 99 MINS It should be no surprise that Louis Theroux’s Scientology Movie has been in gestation for many years. Given the Weird Weekends documentarian’s penchant for seeking out the outre and extreme fringes of human behavior, such fascinatingly strange subject matter must have been irresistible. It’s somewhat unfortunate for Theroux that he was narrowly beaten to the punch by Alex Gibney’s excellent doc, Going Clear: Scientology and the Prison of Belief. That film remains the most comprehensive account of the history of the ‘religion’ and a thorough investigation into its structure, belief system and practices. What Theroux’s documentary brings to the table is the personal touch. As the title suggests, ‘My Scientology Movie’ is distinguished by Theroux’s idiosyncratic Gonzo approach; embedding himself within the story as his quest for answers proceeds. From the outset, making a film about Scientology poses its own set of problems. The church is notoriously, intensely secretive and has a reputation for the intimidation and harassment of those who choose to leave. Any attempts by Theroux to reach out to the Scientology high command had been met with silence or the ﬂat refusal of any cooperation which presents the primary obstacle that must be overcome; how does one make a documentary film like this when denied any direct access to the subject.

It’s clear that the weirder things get the more Theroux seems in his element

A stroke of luck then that Theroux manages to connect with Marty Rathbun, an ex-church member who acted as its ‘inspector general’ between 1987 and 2004. Though still unable to speak with high ranking church officials, Theroux and his director settle upon an inventive and resourceful work-around and, with Rathbun’s guidance, set about staging reconstructions of scenes Rathbun may have witnessed inside the church’s headquarters. For this they recruit actors to play out the scenarios and to deliver speeches taken from transcripts of interviews with the sinister and enigmatic head of the Church of Scientology, David Misgavige and with the church’s most famous and vocal celebrity proponent, Tom Cruise. This method of trying to provide a glimpse inside the church actually turns out to be an ingenious touch, lending the proceedings a surreal/meta touch befitting the subject matter. The inclusion of scenes where they audition the actors is revealing in its way, too, considering that the church’s base is situated in that Mecca for starryeyed Hollywood hopefuls, Los Angeles, and Scientology’s long standing association with the entertainment industry. It must be said that the filmmakers strike gold with Andrew

Perez, the young actor they cast to play Misgavige, whose committed and compelling performance is really something to behold. Of course, a journey down the Scientology rabbit hole is inevitably going to get curiouser and curiouser and it isn’t long before Theroux and his film crew find themselves being followed through traffic and being filmed on the street by church members who, one assumes, are making their own movie about a British filmmaker attempting to make a film about Scientology. The Mexican stand-offs of cameramen filming one another provide some of the film’s absurdly hilarious moments. It’s clear that the weirder things get the more Theroux seems in his element. As usual, Theroux’s trademark style; the deadpan, impassive mask, the plaintive tone of perplexity or bewilderment driven by a genuine, desperate desire to understand and a generous measure of compassion for his subjects, provides a good deal of amusement but, when dealing with an organization as clandestine and paranoid as the Church of Scientology, yields little in the way of answers. My Scientology Movie offers no new revelations about its continually confounding subject but it does provide a wildly entertaining ride around the periphery of a truly bonkers pseudo-religious phenomenon. In lieu of conclusions it raises a number of interesting questions and more than its fair share of laughs.

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Take a Journey to New the Dark Side with Goth City Festival Band eeds’ first Goth City Festival, a city-wide musical and cultural festival that celebrates the gothic and post-punk heritage of Yorkshire and the city, takes place between Friday 11th and Saturday 26th November. Highlights include gigs, clubs, discussions, spoken word events, acoustic and social events at a number of different venues, and feature over 20 bands and performers. Goth City Festival is promoting the new generation of goth and dark alternative artists in the region, tapping into the countercultural spirit of the scene and the Leeds underground. Headliners include legendary Leeds goth rock legends Salvation, who recently celebrated their 30th anniversary, and two bands that represent the next generation of Yorkshire gothic – Zeitgeist Zero and Rhombus. Also appearing will be Rosie Garland (singer of seminal Leeds act The March Violets), Leeds’ post-punk pioneers Expelaires, premier Pictured: tribute act the Sisters of Rhombus Murphy, Leeds’ rising Photo: stars of ‘sister doom’ Gary Quarmby Chambers, and many more. In keeping with the DIY and underground spirit of the event, the festival will be held at the best alternative venues across the city, including the Fenton, Packhorse, Fox & Newt and Wharf Chambers. It will also feature Carpe Noctum, West Yorkshire’s longest running goth club night and the largest event of it’s kind in the north.

Members Sought The James Farrell Concert Band is looking for new players in all sections, especially trumpet and tuba players. They would need to be Grade 5 or above, but someone with Grade 4 in the most wanted instruments might be accepted. The band is made up of any instrument that requires you to blow, both wind and brass instruments, plus percussion. If you would like to join them, you’ll be invited to a rehearsal or two to see if you meet requirements.

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Yorkshire Games Festival Family Weekend A Family Weekend for video-gaming fans of all ages at the National Media Museum, Bradford.

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he National Media Museum’s Yorkshire Games Festival takes place on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th November, with The Yogscast, Nintendo and Minecraft taking centre stage, with presenters Hannah, Caff and HeyChrissa from the internet super channel The Yogscast hosting sessions, answering questions, playing games and meeting fans on both days. A Nintendo Zone will provide an opportunity to celebrate the ‘Year of Pokémon’ by meeting Pikachu ahead of the launch of the eagerly anticipated Pokémon Sun & Pokémon Moon games for Nintendo 3DS. Attendees will be able to play a variety of Pokémon games, try out the new Nintendo Classic Mini: NES console, and even win Nintendo themed prizes in Super Smash Bros. tournaments. Gamers are also encouraged to bring their Nintendo 3DS console with them to collect StreetPass Tags from other Nintendo fans at the festival. The Family Weekend also includes Minecraft events, a look at some of the more weird and wonderful titles from the gaming universe, and a chance to play

a raft of titles in the Yorkshire Games Showcase, as the Museum becomes home to more than 20 gaming stations, in addition to those already permanently available in its Games Lounge. “Our family weekend is dedicated to gamers of all ages”, said Kathryn Penny, Director of the Yorkshire Games Festival. “Come along to meet your favourite internet broadcasters, enjoy Pokémon fun, and play the very best of Yorkshire’s gaming heritage.” Tickets cost £5/£6 and charges may apply to some events. Entry to museum itself is free. For full details, please visit www.nationalmediamuseum.org.uk/ yorkshiregamesfestival

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Wed 2 Nov, O2 Academy, £21.45. Producer/ singer/composer & DJ whose experimental, electronic sounds verge on the softer side of dubstep, combined with the inﬂuence of gospel, soul & ambient.

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Internationally acclaimed folk ﬂautist is joined by Steph West (harp) & J Eoin (guitar/ vocals) for evening of traditional & contemporary Irish folk music.

Jami Sheriff Trio Nov 20, Inkwell, 1.30pm, £10/8 (NUS £5). Excellent pianist who brings together a range of contemporary & urban approaches.

William Thomas + Peter & Louisa Sat 12

Teenage Fanclub Sun 20 Nov, Leeds University Union, £19.25. Inﬂuential Altrockers with Byrds-esque guitars & harmony vocals.

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Foy Vance Sat 12 Nov, Brudenell Social Club,

£15. Fantastic singer-songwriter with a musical palette of folk, soul, blues & gospel.

Laura Jurd’s Dinosaur

Nov 13, Seven Arts, 1.30pm, £10/8 (NUS £5). Led by multiaward-winning trumpeter & composer Laura Jurd. Music inﬂuenced by a wealth of musical traditions including folk, minimalism & rock.

Kristin Hersh

Bewitching electro-pop.

Mon 14 Nov, Brudenell Social Club, £19.25. Throwing Muses singer performing solo with her distinctive brand of alt-indie-rock.

Tinariwen Fri 4 Nov, Belgrave Music Hall,

Danny Brown Tue 15 Nov, Leeds University

Bastille Fri 4 Nov, First Direct Arena, £33. £25.85. Exiled nomads-turned-rock-stars of the Sahara combining traditional Touareg melodies with Malian, Western, Berber & Arabic inﬂuences to create spare, evolving, hypnotic songs.

Cat-Una + William Thomas Sat 5 Nov, White’s Deli, Free. Folk-pop singer-songwriter.

Roots Manuva Sat 5 Nov, Belgrave Music Hall, £16.50. One of the major driving forces of British Hip hop, known for his socio-political lyrics & fearless writing.

Paradise Trio Nov 6, Inkwell, 1.30pm, £10/8 (NUS £5). Richard Iles – ﬂugelhorn, Mike Walker-guitar, Les Chisnell – piano. Music inspired by the Jimmy Guiﬀre trios of the ’60s. Margaret Glaspy

Sun 6 Nov, Headrow House, £7.70. Californian singer / songwriter inﬂuenced by Joni Mitchell & Elliott Smith. Fiercely raw, guitar-driven pop songs.

The Wytches Mon 7 Nov, Brudenell Social Club, £11. Dark & heavy psych-rock.

The Wave Pictures Tue 8 Nov, Brudenell

Social Club, £11. Smart, dynamic indie-pop. Think early Pavement, Galaxie 500, The Pastels, Jonathan Richman.

Sheesham & Lotus & Son Wed 9 Nov,

HEART, Bennett Rd. Headingley. £11. Critically acclaimed trio featuring banjo & fiddle. Known for astounding musicianship & fearless grooves.

Josh Feinberg Thu 10 Nov, Seven Arts, £8. Acclaimed North American sitarist performs with tabla player Shahbaz Hussain for an evening of Indian classical music.

Jacquelyn Hynes Fri 11 Nov, Seven Arts, £8.

Union, £18.15. US Hip-Hop artist favouring left-field production & a witty narrative style.

Dancing Years Wed 16 Nov, Brudenell Social Club, £8.80. Farewell gig for Leeds band who toured with the likes of Dry the River, Benjamin Francis Leftwich, & Stornoway.

Dave Speight Thu 17 Nov, White’s Deli, Free. Acoustic folk-blues.

Honeyblood Thu 17 Nov, The Wardrobe,

£11. Glasgow two-piece knocking out ‘slacker-grunge-garage-rock’ or ‘crunch-pop’. Compared to the Breeders & Throwing Muses.

Jim Rattigan’s Pavillon

Thurs 17 Nov, Seven Arts, £20/18. Fabulous line-up of jazz talent playing all original music. 12 piece ensemble combining fantastic musicianship & improvisation.

Wolf People Fri 18 Nov, Headrow House,

£11. Full of hissing guitars, distorted blues harmonica, acid rock, classic blues structures & half-remembered English folk songs. Reminiscent of Faust, early Mothers of Invention & Jethro Tull.

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£4.45. Featuring: Pete Greenwood, Fuzzy Jones, Steven Preacher, Lisa Marie Glover. A mix of alt-folk, chamber pop, junk shop folk, soul & blues.

High & Lonesome Festival Sat 19 Nov,

Brudenell Social Club, from 12:30pm, £24.20. All day fest with an emphasis on Alt-folk/ country/ blues & Americana. Featuring: I Like Trains, The Leisure Society,Three Blind Wolves, Charlotte Carpenter, Sam Brookes, Fenne Lily, Mi Mye, Benjamin William Pike, We Were Strangers

Scott Matthews Mon 21 Nov, Brudenell

Social Club, £18.50. Singer-songwriter whose musical style encompasses funk, indie, rock & soul, with a strong focus on folk & blues.

Animal Noise Tue 22 Nov, Hyde Park Book Club, £6.60. Acoustic dance trio, experimental indie outfit with compelling blend of strong melody & intricate structure. Innovative & exciting.

Martin Stephenson & The Daintees Wed 23 Nov, Brudenell Social Club, £24.75. British rock/folk/pop band combining elements of rockabilly, show tunes, rootsy pop, straightahead rock & punk.

Little Barrie Thu 24 Nov, Headrow House, £9.90. Power trio stripped down RnB / Soul / Funk / Blues / Garage-rock jam band whose lead guitarist has worked with Primal Scream, The Chemical Brothers, Spiritualized & Paul Weller. Martin Simpson Fri 25 Nov, Otley Courthouse, £14. One of the finest acoustic & slide guitar players, his interpretations of traditional songs are masterpieces of storytelling. Alabama 3 Sat 26 Nov, O2 Academy, £23.

Legendary Brixton collective, best known for the theme tune to The Sopranos. Combining techno beats with country instruments. A group best sampled live.

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Sat 26 Nov, White’s Deli, Free. Jazz-inﬂected electric folk.

Josh Kemp Organ Quartet Sun 27 Nov, Seven Arts, 1:30pm, £8 - £10. Laid back grooves & hard swinging Blue Note sounds, featuring original material from recently recorded album ‘Rare Groove’, & arrangements of standards.

The Slow Show Mon 28 Nov, Brudenell

Social Club, £7.70. Dynamic, warm, beautiful organic sound that references American alt folk rock but with a distinctive Northern English touch.

Felix Riebl Tue 29 Nov, Brudenell Social Club, £22. Co-founder, band leader & principal songwriter of the internationally acclaimed band The Cat Empire.

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Allerton Grange Cyclists – Fields Hosts Youth Light Up! Football Allerton Grange Fields is hosting a free fitness and football coaching programme for young people aged 11- 17 in North East Leeds, supported and funded by the Roundhay ward councillors.

he programme, which takes place every Thursday (6 - 8pm), is organised by Leeds City Council’s Youth Service team, and delivered in partnership with Leeds United Foundation. It offers young people an opportunity to build confidence and self-esteem, and encourages them to adopt healthier lifestyles, learn new skills, work as a team and respect others. “The Leeds United Foundation is excited to be providing opportunities for children and young people to engage in sporting activities within disadvantaged communities”, said Michael Kinsey, Operations Manager, Leeds United Foundation. “By working with Leeds City Council we are able to develop programmes that work towards reducing anti-social behaviour, alcohol and drugs misuse, knife crime and many more low level criminal activities highlighted within the community.”

The vision is to build safer, stronger, more respectful communities through involving young people and encouraging them to become active citizens within their community. “Friends of Allerton Grange Fields are delighted to partner with The Youth Service and Leeds United Foundation on this exciting coaching programme”, said Bhupinder Dev, Chair of Allerton Grange Fields. “Former Leeds United football legends David Batty and Brian Deane have graced the sports pitches at Allerton Grange Fields during their youth as they were both Allerton Grange School pupils, so it’s great to work with Leeds United to develop future stars.” For further information on the Leeds United Foundation Youth Football programme at Allerton Grange Fields contact Lynne Cherry, Leeds City Council Youth Service on lynne.cherry@leeds.gov.uk

As the days get shorter, Councillor Richard Lewis, the Council’s Executive Member for Regeneration, Transport and Planning, wants to make sure cyclists are safe and using adequate lighting and high-vis clothing to ensure that they can be seen by cars and other vehicles. Although it is the driver’s duty to watch out for cyclists, cyclists can help by dressing appropriately and using the right equipment – Ninja cyclists clad in black from head to toe with neither lights nor helmets can still be spotted around Leeds. “Leeds really is a cycling city”, said Councillor Lewis. “Seeing more and more people cycling is great, as are the benefits of having fewer cars on the road. But, changing light levels can be problematic – what may be full light when you set off can easily be twilight by the time you get home. Drivers need to look out for cyclists at all times and cyclists can help by being prepared and using lights appropriate lights and clothing. “We want all road users to be able to co-exist. To do that everyone needs to play their part. For drivers this is being alert at all times, and for cyclists this is making sure they can be seen.”

Yoga Kula Offers Miss England Sports Woman Membership earl-Susanne Davison, a p syc h i a t r i c n u rs e f ro m Headingley, recently won the title of Miss England Sports Woman 2016 at the Miss England National Final and won membership of the yoga studio Yoga Kula in Chapel Allerton. Fifty Miss England heat winners from all over the country underwent a gruelling boot camp and PearlSusanne, who is also a bodybuilder in her spare time, won the award and a place in the top 20 of the national final. Having won the first runner-up place in the Leeds competition, she was invited to the Miss England SemiFinal, winning a place in the Grand Final. Yoga Kula were so impressed

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‘Rudolf’ and ‘The Allerton Witches’ Set to Thrill Grange at The Playhouse Students From the fuzzily heart-warming to the terrifyingly terrific, enjoy the magical journeys of two very different heroes at West Yorkshire Playhouse this Christmas – everyone’s favourite Christmas reindeer, Rudolf (25th Nov – 31st Dec), and a very brave young boy in Roald Dahl’s ‘The Witches’ (2nd Dec – 21st Jan).

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udolf is a very special Reindeer with small hooves, big dreams and an even bigger red nose! All Rudolf wants is to guide Santa’s sleigh, but Reindeer school isn’t working out as he’d planned. With the help of his friend the Ugly Duckling, will Rudolf realise how special he is in time for Christmas Eve? This feel-good, new production is full of laughter and is suitable for children from the age of two. Meanwhile, Roald Dahl’s scariest book is brought to life in a delightfully diﬀerent show of marvellous music and magic tricks. Witches absolutely detest children.

They find them revolting and are planning to wipe them out like weasels! They want to squish them and squiggle them and make them disappear. But one brave young boy and his grandmother have a plan to get rid of the witches for good… if only they can avoid being turned into mice! With mind-boggling illusions that will leave you ﬂabbergasted, ‘The Witches’ contains stupendously scary bits and is recommended for children aged 5+ and brave grown-ups. ‘The Witches’ is a Curve and Rose Theatre Kingston production in association with West Yorkshire Playhouse.

Design School Rugby Shirt Four students from Allerton Grange School were recently invited by Dylan Hartley, Captain of England Rugby, to take part in a kit design workshop at Wetherby Rugby Club. Working with Canterbury Clothing of New Zealand, the students were given the opportunity to design a team rugby shirt for the school. The All Schools programme, launched in 2012, was one of seven areas identified by the Rugby Football Union in the run up to the 2015 World Cup, to deliver the greatest participation legacy. The project aims to introduce the sport and its core values to a million children and increase the number of secondary state schools playing Rugby Union. Allerton Grange recognises the positive impact rugby can have on both students and the wider community. Like many team sports, it can instill positive behaviour and attitudes that can be carried through life. The workshop taught the students about the history of the England shirt, as well as how to use different techniques and styles to create a design unique to Allerton Grange School. Their design will be produced by Canterbury, who will also supply the school with 20 free shirts.

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Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs at The Tetley In December, The Tetley on Hunslet Road will play host to a starstudded production of Snow White and The Seven Dwarfs, staged by White Rose Theatre who will take over the grounds from 8th December - 1st January, and erect a 1,400-seat theatre.

Pictured: Scotty Timlin & Lucy Dures

he cast is led by Geordie Shore’s Scotty Timlin, who steps into the role of the swashbuckling Prince. Scotty recently helped to choose his Snow White, Lucy Dures (17) from Barnsley, through a local competition, which saw 100 hopefuls apply. Lucy has been performing since the age of six and is currently in her second year at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts in London. “I am so excited to be playing the role of Snow White”, she said. “I have loved Panto all of my life and to be playing the Leading Lady alongside Scotty T is incredible!”

‘Brookside’ and ‘Last of the Summer Wine’ star, Louis Emerick, currently treading the boards in ‘The Full Monty’, will be the Royal Tax Collector. And, Tupele Dorgu, known to millions as the plucky machinist Kelly Crabtree in ‘Coronation Street’, will blow you away with her spellbinding performance as the Wicked Queen. Radio Aire Breakfast Show presenter Kelly Pegg plays her Private Secretary, and fellow presenter Ant Arthur is Lord Chamberlain. King of the Diddy Men, Ken Dodd, makes an appearance via digital projection in the Wicked Queen’s

Magic Mirror. Plus Children’s TV Stars Zippy & George of ‘Rainbow’ will also be there. And, Jimmy Cricket will make a guest appearance. Guests will be greeted by Tinkerbell, Snow White’s pet Meerkat, and favourites from the land of fairytales. There will also be magicians, jugglers, stilt-walkers and face-painters on hand. Tickets are priced from £11.50, and school group tickets are just £9 with teachers getting free entry. Other group offers are available – for further information, call 0113 870 7769 or visit www.whiterosetheatre.com

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Penny 294 3376 Free Health & Fitness Tues 12 - 4pm at Mandela Centre, Chapeltown Rd. All ages & abilities. Qualified instructor. Details: Levi 07446 121 941 Junior Footballers Wanted North East Leeds Juniors are creating a new under 18 team for 2016-17 season. Training at Scott Hall Tues & Sat. Details: Mark

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at St Edmund’s Church Hall, Roundhay. Gentle exercise in the Chinese tradition. Beginners welcome. £6 per session/ £4.50 if paid per term. Details: Sue

Dunham 0772 961 7471, suedunham2@ hotmail.com Moor Allerton Snooker Club Stonegate

Rd LS17 6EL (opp. fire station). Snooker players for social & league play welcome. 2 tables & bar open every evening. Details: John Stancliffe 294

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Alwoodley Bobbin Lacemaking Group

miles) most weekends. All welcome. No membership charge. Details: David

meets Tues, 1.15 – 3.15pm at Alwoodley Park Methodist Church Hall, The Lane, Alwoodley, LS17 7BX. Tuition given.

Shaw 285 7480, d.c.shaw@leeds.ac.uk

Details: 269 5512

Wheels 4 Fun Disability Cycling Group meets Sat 11am – 1pm at Meanwood Valley Urban Farm. It offers advice, support & social cycling for adults with physical disability. Tandems, tricycles & bikes with stabilisers available or bring your own bike. Volunteers also needed to act as cycling companions. Details:

Harrogate & Nidderdale Art Club

series of free short walks between parks & green space in north Leeds as part of national Walking for Health initiative. The walks take place 2nd Sat of each month. To register, email foagf@outlok. com or phone/text 07590 510499

Trish 269 5028, www.mvuf.org.uk

Exhibition & Sale Sat 12/ Sun 13 Nov, 10am – 5pm at The Community Hall, LS17 7NZ. Members’ original artwork in a variety of styles, framed & unframed, plus cards. Admission free. Homemade refreshments.

80th Birthday Autumn Exhibition & Sale Sat 26/ Sun 27 Nov, 10am – 5pm at Ripley Town Hall, HG3 3AX. Admission free. Details: www.handnart.co.uk

Leeds Marquetry Group meets Wed

7 – 9pm at the Polish Catholic Centre, Newton Hill Rd. (off Chapeltown Rd)

Details: leedsmarquetry.org.uk Yorkshire Judo Association meets

Fridays at Parochial Hall, Fitzroy Dr, Oakwood, LS8 4AB, teaching Judo as an enjoyable sport for all. Juniors (5 – 15) 7 – 8pm; Seniors (16+) 8 – 9pm.

Details: Gary & Liz 216 4256, www. yorkshirejudo.com

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Roundhay Art Group Meets Mon

7.30 – 9.30pm at St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Pk Rd. Roundhay LS8 1JN. A group of principally watercolour painters. Regular demonstrations by local artists. New members with some experience welcome. Details: John

Irving 293 1465

Alwoodley Art Group meets Thurs 7.30pm at Community Hall, The Avenue, LS 17 2NZ Programme includes workshops, demonstrations & exhibitions. New members welcome.

Shadwell Art Group meets Tues, 2 – 4pm Methodist Church Hall, Main St. Shadwell. Join this friendly group for sketching & painting classes, with tuition & demonstrations. Details: 265

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Stainbeck Art Club meets 2nd & 4th Tues, 1.45 – 4pm at Methodist Community Centre, Town St. Chapel Allerton. 8 Nov: Practical with Pam McFetridge. 22 Nov: Demonstration with Olive Simmonds: Landscape in oils. Details: Pam McFetridge 268

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COFFEE MORNINGS, FAIRS & MARKETS Christmas Fayre Sat 26 Nov, 1.30 –

4pm St John’s Church, Harrogate Rd. LS17 7BZ. Wide range of stalls –gifts, crafts, cards, cakes & jams, Fair-trade items. Fun for whole family incl. children’s colouring competition, crafts, games & Santa’s Grotto. St John’s Christmas Prize Draw will be drawn. Refreshments available. Everyone welcome! Adm free. Details:

GROUPS/CLUBS Alwoodley Chess Club meets Wed, 7pm at Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, LS 17 7NZ. New members welcome. Details: Paul Gelder 269

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Leeds & Harrogate Social Club Monthly Club Night every 3rd

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Mon from 8.30pm at The Toby Carvery (Queens Arms) Chapel Allerton. Full calendar of events – theatre, walks, badminton, films, meals, book groups.

Hope Pastures Charity Auction Sun

Details: Robin 293 5928, enquiries@ leedsivc.org.uk

20 Nov at Adel War Memorial Hall. Viewing from 12.30pm, auction at 1.30pm. Collectibles, many lots suitable as Christmas gifts. Homemade cakes & refreshments.

Leeds Philatelic Society meets 2nd

& 4th Tues, 7pm at the Oxford Place Centre, Oxford Pl. LS1 3AX. Visitors & new members welcome. Details: John

Hope Pastures Christmas Sale Sat 26

Edwards 01977 793566, www. leedsps. org.uk

Leeds Feline Friends Chistmas Fair

Leeds Probus Club, for retired professional/businessmen, meets 2nd Thurs, 10.30am – 12 noon at St Matthew’s Church Meeting Room, Wood Lane, Chapel Allerton LS7 3QF, for social gatherings with speakers.

Nov, 10.30am - 2pm at Hope Pastures, Weetwood Lane, LS16 5PH. Sale of new & donated Christmas items, including some gorgeous cards & gifts. Refreshments.

Sat 19 Nov, 11am - 2pm St Chad’s Parish Centre, Otley Rd, Far Headingley. Something for everyone, lots of stalls & delicious refreshments.

Oakwood Farmers’ Market 3rd Sat, 9am – 12.30pm at Oakwood Clock.

Details: www.oakwoodfarmersmarket. com Shadwell Methodist Church Coffee Morning 1st Sat 10am – 12 noon run

jointly with St Paul’s C of E in Methodist Church Hall.

The Winter Market Sat 19 Nov,

10:30am - 4pm at St George’s Church, Great George St. LS1 3BR. Wide range of handmade artisan crafts, coffee shop, children’s craft & Crypt tours. Free entry. Details: www.wintermarketleeds.

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Daeglith Music at Oakwood Church. Music for fun. Players

of any musical ability welcome, adults &children. Details: Lois@

nights last Friday each month. 2-course evening meal for £19.95. See menu at www.carghousefarm.com. Details: 230

3600 Julian Cima Sun 27 Nov, 7.30pm at Rawdon Friends Meeting Hse. Quakers’ Ln. LS19 6HU. Julian plays Beethoven & Liszt. Part of Rawdon Amnesty Concert Series which has raised over £1,450 for Amnesty International so far this year. Details: Barbara Parry 250 3867, Diane Exley 250 2051 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@

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Details: 269 5512 White Rose Speakers Club Meets

every 2nd Mon, 7.45pm at Horsforth Museum LS18 5JB. Helping people improve their public speaking skills, boost their self-confidence & have fun.

Details: Pauline 269 3542

MUSIC Alwoodley Singers Christmas Concert Sat 10th Dec, 7.30pm

Alwoodley Community Association Hall, The Avenue, LS17 7NZ. £4 incl. refreshments.

Alwoodley Singers Seek New Members All welcome, but especially sopranos. Ability to read music preferable but not essential. Rehearsals Thurs 7.30 – 9.30pm Alwoodley Community Association Hall, The Avenue LS17 7NZ. Details: 294 3370

Leeds Symphony Orchestra Sat

12 Nov, 7.30pm St Chad’s Church, Headingley. Programme includes: Brahms Academic Festival Overture; Copland’s Rodeo suite; Sibelius Symphony No.1; Grondahl’s Trombone Concerto (Soloist: Philip Clark). Tickets (£12, children free) from 376 0318 or on door, subject to availability.

Leeds Waits Sat 12 Nov, 7.30pm at Rawdon Friends Meeting Hse. Quakers’ Ln. LS19 6HU. The World of William Shakespeare in music & musical quotes. Details: Barbara Parry 250 3867, Diane Exley 250 2051

64 Roundhay Music Tuition on any instrument. Singing, theory or aural for any age or standard. All tutors interviewed & DBS checked. Career advice. Any aspect of GCSE or A-level music. Supply of teachers to schools. Concert performance training. Accompaniment. Second-hand instruments hired & sold. Details: 269 7754, enquiries@roundhaymusic.org, www.roundhaymusic.org Roundhay Ukulele Group Meets

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

Details: jen@bighooha.co.uk, www. roundhayukulelegroup.wordpress.com Sinfonia of Leeds Sat 26 Nov,

7.30pm at St Edmund’s Church, Lidgett Pk Rd, Roundhay, LS8 1JN. Programme includes Bach’s Concerto for Two Violins in D Minor & Mahler’s Symphony No. 6. Conductor David Greed with soloists Tom Greed & Jack Greed

West Riding Opera Choir Small

group of singers performing mainly operatic music needs all voices. Meets Wed, 7.30pm at St. Chad’s, Far Headingley. No audition necessary, just turn up! Details: David Bainbridge

Community Notices Smith & Songs of Praise. If you love to sing then contact them. Details, www.

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SENIORS Chapel Allerton Town St Lunch Club Tues 12.15 – 1.45pm in the Methodist Centre. Hot Meal £4, friendship & chat. Transport can be provided. Volunteers welcome. Details: Vivienne

& Paul 268 2513, Jenny & David 266 1502, paul_chaplin@hotmail.com Lunch & Chat First Monday of each

month, 1pm at Tree Tops Centre (next to Thackrah Court, Shadwell Lane).

7.45pm at Tree Tops Community Centre, Squirrel Way, LS17 8FQ. The choir has sung with Richard & Adam BGT finalists, ITV work with Sheridan

Specifically for people with dementia & their carers. 1st Wednesday of every month, 11am - 1.30pm, Lidgett Lane Community Centre, LS17 6QP. Tea & coffee, homemade sandwiches & cakes, support for carers, Singing for the Brain. £2.50 per person.

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. Details: Maureen

268 0815, Alan 294 3370.

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2 - 4pm at Methodist Centre, Chapel Allerton. Fun & laughter for over 65s. Meet new people & enjoy a cuppa. £2.

Details: 887 3598 RVS Community Action for Roundhay Elderly welcomes people over 65 at their clubs - Mon, 2pm at Oakwood Church & Thurs, 1.30pm at Lidgett Lane Community Centre. Wide range of entertainment, activities, speakers, trips & other special interest clubs. Details:

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St Barnabas Church, the View,

Alwoodley Coffee & Company Wed from 10.15am, followed by light lunch at 12.30pm every 3rd Wed. Details: 226

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Julian Meetings 1st & 3rd Tues, 2pm at St Edmund’s Church, Roundhay, LS8 1JN. Silent meditation in the Christian tradition. Details: 240 3048/ 273 5865 Leeds Theosophical Society Sun 13 Nov, 2.30pm at 12 Queen’s Sq. LS2 8AJ Free lecture ‘The Bhagavad Gita & the Ageless Wisdom’ by Luke Ironside. A discussion on the Bhagavad Gita in relation to theosophical teachings & Karma Yoga & its practical application in modern life. Details: www.ts-leeds. org.uk Women’s World Day of Prayer Fri 11 Nov, 10am – 3pm at Headingley St Columba’s Church. All Welcome. Details: 281 7154

TALKS & DISCUSSIONS Café Economique Tues 1 Nov: Dr Gill Main, University of Leeds, presents ‘Child Poverty: A Concern for All of Us’, 7pm (note time).Tues 6 Dec: Dr Jon Silcock, University of Bradford, on ’The Economics of the Global Pharmaceutical Industry: Regulation & Innovation’, 7.30pm. Both at Seven Arts, Harrogate Rd, Chapel Allerton, LS7 3PD. £4 Leeds Philosophical & Literary Society & Mill Hill Chapel Annual Priestley Lecture ‘Priestley & Spinoza’

by John Heyderman Thurs 24 Nov, 7pm at Mill Hill Chapel. All welcome.

Details: http://www.leedsphilandlit. org.uk/events.html

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1st Thurs, 10.30am at Leeds Church Institute, New Market St. Details: Joan

McShane 225 1166 Roundhay WI meets Thurs 10 Nov,

from 7pm onwards in St Andrew’s Church Hall, Shaftesbury Ave, LS8. when Genevieve Thompson will teach about fused glass. Details: Hilary 266

5648 Soroptimist International of Leeds meets 2nd Mon, 7.30pm at Weetwood Hall Hotel, LS16 5PS. Visitors welcome. www.sigbi.org/leeds/

Acorn Ladies Luncheon Club 2nd

Wed each month, 12.30 – 4pm at Wike Golf Centre LS17 9JW. Details: Janita

Dedicoat 01937 573 923, jdedicoat@ gmail.com Alwoodley WI meets 3rd Wed, 7.30pm at St Barnabas Church Hall (off The Vine). Learn, chat, laugh, make friends & help the community. Aged 18-180 – you are more than welcome. £37.50 a year or come as a guest for £4. Details:

Facebook/ Alwoodley WI Chapel Pie WI Meets 2nd Mon of every month, 7.45pm at St Mathew’s Church Hall, Chapel Allerton. Non members £4, annual membership £37.50 a) Primary option

Moortown Community Group Moortown Illuminations Wed 16 Nov, 6.45pm at Moortown Corner opp M&S. Join them for the switching on of Moortown’s Festive Lights. Seasonal refreshments. Music by Roundhay Ukelele Group. Details: 266

8480, moortowncommunitygroup@ hotmail.co.uk, www. moortowncommunitygroup.org.uk Oakwood Cinema will be showing the film ‘Brooklyn’ (12A) on 26 Nov. At Roundhay Parochial Hall, 5 Fitzroy Dr LS8 4AB. Details: info@oakwoodcinema.org, www. oakwoodcinema.org

Tuesday Club Ladies’ Lunch Group Meets last Tues of month, 11.30am at Devonshire Hall, Cumberland Rd. LS6 2EQ. 12.30pm lunch, followed by talk.

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Hope Pastures Pony Days Mon &

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Thurs 10am - 3pm (the next best thing to owning your own pony!). Pony 1 to 1s & Family Fun on Wed, 10am - 12 noon. Details: www.hopepastures.org

Marie Curie Seeks Volunteers Join a fantastic group of fundraising volunteers & help more people living with a terminal illness get the care & support they deserve. Full support given. Meet every 4-6 weeks & help with ideas to raise funds for Marie Curie’s services. Details: Jen 07798 638122,

The Salvation Army Carol Concert Sun 4 Dec, 3pm Leeds Town

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