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Plus, we have news of The Leeds Library’s continuing

DEAR READERS,

250th Anniversary celebrations; St Matthew’s Choir

Is it September already? After such a lovely Summer

and Orchestra will perform Dvorak New World

everyone must be re-energised and ready for new

Symphony in Chapel Allerton; Howard Assembly

challenges – whatever they might be.

Room has a super Autumn line-up; and schools are determined that their students leave as well-rounded,

It’s a great time to think about learning a language

confident individuals.

or considering a course you have always wanted

Heritage Open Days

Leeds International Piano Competition

Continuing Your Education?

On The Cover

to do – whether for a qualification or just pleasure.

Be sure to get your news and notices to us by 1st

We bring you a few suggestions. Heritage Open

September for our October edition (12th Sept for

Days offer opportunities to discover more of Leeds’

advertising). Deadlines for the November edition

history; Leeds International Piano Competition

are 1st & 12th October

gears up with a special Piano Trail through the city; and, Norther Ballet presents a Mixed Programme

We look forward to hearing from you.

with three World Premieres!

Kind regards, Carole, Jack and the team.

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34 Road’ at Leeds Playhouse -

Free visits, talks, walks and exhibitions across the city.

Jim Cartwright’s anti-austerity battle cry.

12 Continuing Your Education? –

54 The World on Our Doorstep: A Festival of World Music -

Educational opportunities in Leeds continue to expand and diversify.

A celebration of the musical heritage and diversity of Leeds in Chapel Allerton.

26 Leeds International Piano Competition - Attracting exciting young

56 Autumn at The Howard Assembly Room - Welcoming back artists who have

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Life&Style They Lived In Leeds

By Dr Kersten Hall Florence Bell (1913-2000) Pioneering Scientist and unsung heroine of DNA Standing in the natural history section of Leeds City Museum is a curious structure made of two chains of coloured plastic balls twisting around each other. This is DNA, the genetic material, and the discovery of its structure by the Cambridge scientists James Watson and Francis Crick in 1953 was one of the biggest landmarks in science. But few people realise that, thanks to a young scientist called Florence Bell, Leeds has a very important connection to this ground-breaking discovery.

Bell grew up in London and attended Haberdashers’ Aske Girls’ School in Acton. Here she showed an impressive range of talents including being able to speak several languages and play the piano, as well as enjoying a range of sports. Thanks to her formidable mathematical ability she won a place at Girton College, Cambridge and after graduation she applied these skills to working with a new technique known as X-ray crystallography. This used X-rays to determine the arrangement of atoms in crystals and had first been discovered by the Leeds-based physicist Sir William Bragg and his son Lawrence.

After leaving Cambridge, Bell worked with Lawrence Bragg in Manchester before moving to Leeds where she lived on Beckett Park Drive, Headingley. Here she worked as a research assistant to the pioneering physicist William Astbury, who was using these new X-ray methods to study the molecular structure of wool fibres for the local textile industries and, although wool might not have seemed to be the most exciting subject for study, Bell's work was to have profound consequences that would go far beyond the textile mills of West Yorkshire. She showed for the first time that X-rays could be used to solve not only the shape of wool molecules, but also of DNA and in so doing she laid the foundations for James Watson and Francis Crick’s later discovery.

Bell was one of the first scientists to recognise the importance of DNA at a time when it was thought to be of little interest and she helped to pioneer the new science that became known as ‘molecular biology’. But when she gave a lecture at a conference held by the Institute of Physics in Leeds in 1939, it

was not her ground-breaking work that caught the attention of the local press but the fact that she was a female scientist!

In 1942, Bell was summoned for War Service where she applied her skills as a physicist working in the Women's Auxiliary Air Force on the development of airborne radar systems. Her departure came as a tremendous blow to Astbury's work. He wrote in vain to the War Office pleading that she be allowed to continue working in his laboratory and the University of Leeds kept her post open in the hope that she might return after the war, but by then forces far more powerful than science had intervened in her life. She had met and fallen for James Sawyer, a captain in the US Army whom she married at St. Mary's Church, Ambleside in December 1942 before leaving Britain for a new life in the USA. In the US she worked first for the British Air Commission in Washington D.C. and then as a research chemist for a petroleum company in Texas before giving up her career to look after her family. But her career in science had taken its toll on her health. Most likely as a result of working with unshielded X-ray sources, she found that she was unable to have children of her own and so she devoted the rest of her life to raising four young children whom she had adopted. When she died, her official occupation was recorded as having been a housewife, but she deserves to be remembered for the important scientific work she did whilst at Leeds – an achievement of which the city can be very proud.

Pictured: Florence Bell

October is Make a Will Month October is Make a Will Month at St Gemma’s Hospice – giving you the opportunity to make your Will with one of 28 solicitors who have all agreed to waive their fees when you make a donation towards patient care at St Gemma’s Hospice.

“Making a Will is often seen as a sensitive subject, one which many people prefer to put off until a later date”, said Tracie Harrison, Head of Supporter Engagement, St Gemma’s Hospice. “But, a professionally written Will can make life much easier for our loved ones when the time comes. St

Gemma’s Make a Will Month is a fantastic opportunity to make your Will whilst also supporting patient care at St Gemma’s with your donation.”

so we strongly advise everyone interested to contact one of them and book your appointment as soon as possible.

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Once you have selected your preferred solicitor, simply phone them and make an appointment during October, quoting ‘St Gemma’s Hospice Make a Will Month’.

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Life&Style Heritage Open Days Heritage Open Days, co-ordinated locally

by Leeds Civic Trust, runs from Thursday 6th – Sunday 9th and Thursday 13th – Sunday 16th September, offering free access to visitors.

Across the city there are talks, walks and exhibitions and there really is ‘something for everyone’. One of the themes this year is ‘Extraordinary Women’ – head to M&S Archive to hear about Flora Solomon who did so much to improve conditions for female workers; Rachel Reeves MP will champion Alice Bacon, Yorkshire’s first female MP, at Armley Library; Leeds Industrial Museum’s exhibition features Queens of Industry; St Margaret of Antioch is the subject of an exhibition at Left Bank; and, ‘Some Remarkable Women of Lawnswood Cemetery’ will be introduced at Weetwood Hall. At Leeds Civic Trust, the ‘Extraordinary Women on Blue Plaques’ exhibition brings together women from across the city who achieved great things.

One of the themes this year is ‘Extraordinary Women'

Some significant anniversaries are also marked this year – there’s a ‘Queen Victoria Visits Little Woodhouse 1858’ walk; Ruth Martin, who curated the recent City Museum Chippendale exhibition talks about ‘Thomas Chippendale and his Work’; talks by author Dr Patrick Eyres, ‘The Yorkshire Red Books of Humphry Repton’, at Oulton Hall and Gotts Park Mansion celebrate this influential landscape designer.

Volunteer Opportunity!

Be a part of one of the largest, free, light festivals in the country!

Light Night Leeds is an illuminated, multi-arts festival, which will take over the city centre on 4th/5th October. A host of cultural venues will open their doors late into the evening, and artists will transform indoor and outdoor spaces with exciting interactive installations.

The Leeds Library opened 250 years ago and will host an exhibition showing ‘Images of Old Leeds’. There’s a double anniversary at Leeds General Infirmary, 70 years of the NHS and 150 years of the foundation of the original building.

It was opened in the same year as St Chad’s Parish Church in Far Headingley.

Many of the events commemorate the centenary of WW1, and there’ll be talks and exhibitions across the city, including at Fulneck, Shadwell Library, Pudsey Town Hall, Yeadon Town Hall and Leeds Beckett University (where there’ll be a range of other events too).

Rawdon’s Quaker Meeting House and Bramhope’s Puritan Chapel both have fascinating histories, as has All Saints’ Church in Otley. And, Otley Courthouse volunteers will be giving tours of the building and explaining their latest project. There’ll be a talk in Guiseley about cloth manufacturer Abraham Moon’s link with the world of fashion, and in Farsley, a tour of Sunny Bank Mills will show how it continues to innovate.

For full details, look out for leaflets in libraries and One-Stop Centres, or visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk

Whether it's dancing with ravers at a silent disco, joining in an enormous carnival lantern parade, or working one-to-one with an artist on their installation - if you are interested in volunteering...

Light Night wants to hear from you!

Visitor Support, Photography and Production Assistant roles are available.Light Night is keen to develop both your skills and theirs in making the experience as magical as possible.

As a thank you for donating your time you will receive a free ticket for a film at Leeds International Film Festival, plus surprise incentives and a handful of festival swag!

Download the application form and email lightnightvolunteers@ leeds.gov.uk to register your interest.

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Readers of North Leeds Life are invited to a Preview event showcasing the new apartment offer on Thursday 27th September (4 - 8pm). To book your place, call 0113 331 4830 or email rebecca@ westwardcare.co.uk

One example is Westward Care, which has just announced a new phase of their stunning one and two bedroom apartment offer at Southlands (Roundhay) available from December 2018. They have found that for every client that needs round the clock care and support, there are more people who want some of the advantages of living in a care home – such as freedom from the hassle of running a house and companionship, but with more independence.

In 2015 Anna and John Chapman decided to make the move from London to Southlands to be closer to their daughter. John has not looked backed: “I can honestly say I haven’t missed our old house at all. I feel like we’ve left all our worries behind. All of the stresses and strains have gone away and we’re enjoying our life again.”

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Educational opportunities in Leeds continue to expand and

Your

diversify. Today, whether you want to take an accredited route or just enjoy studying a favourite subject, there is a course for you. And this year there is even a pay-as-you-decide option!

Education?

New Facilities and New Courses at Leeds Arts University Now in its second year of

The University is also welcoming new students starting on five other new degree

being the only specialist arts

courses – BA (Hons) Filmmaking, BA (Hons) Fashion Design, BA (Hons) Fashion

university in the North of

Branding with Communication, BA (Hons) Comic and Concept Arts, and BMus

England, expansion plans at

(Hons) Popular Music Performance. All of these will enjoy state-of-the-art purpose-

Leeds Arts University are in

built studios and workshops housed in the new building expansion, adjoining the

full swing.

University’s building at Blenheim Walk.

Its new £22 million state-of-

For full details, visit www.leeds-art.ac.uk/

the-art building expansion with superb new facilities is set to open over the coming months, making way for more students and new courses – including an exciting new degree course in BA (Hons) Creative Writing.

Applications are now being accepted, with the course is due to start in September 2019.

The three-year course is aimed at students who wish to build writing careers within the creative industries

A New Cultural

Community College Slung Low, the acclaimed theatre company based in Holbeck, recently

Slung Low programmed the curriculum in consultation with the college’s

launched a new Cultural Community

Community Advisory Board, made up of educators from across the education

College offering a diverse programme

spectrum, the private sector, and other local stakeholders. After the first year, the

of pay-what-you-decide cultural

courses will be chosen by the participants themselves.

classes, starting on 12th September.

“We need an education system that champions the country’s creativity as a The College is a major part of Slung

foundation of its collective mental health and sense of worth; a foundation of its

Low’s long-term ambition to create a

ability to take a moral leadership role in the world, and to imagine better futures for

Leeds People’s Theatre: a citizen theatre,

our children and for ourselves”, said Slung Low’s Artistic Director Alan Lane. “We aim

producer of outdoor political theatre

to make a varied, high quality creative education available to everyone who wants it

for the city, combining its trademark

regardless of financial status. The Cultural Community College is designed to push

staging style with a programme of

aside the barriers to engagement in both adult education and culture, and to explore

participation and citizen training.

education for enjoyment’s sake, as distinct from the demands of employment.”

Located at The Holbeck Underground Ballroom (The HUB) in South Leeds, the

The Cultural Community College is supported by Paul Hamlyn Foundation and Arts

College’s opening curriculum includes

Council England. For further information, visit www.slunglow.org

a fascinating variety of activities – from Stargazing to Indian Cookery, Film Making to Carpentry.

Leeds Arts University the only specialist arts university in the North of England View our range of art, design, film, creative writing and music courses at www.leeds-art.ac.uk

NSCD - Nurturing Enterprising Spirit, Creative Flair and Individual Artistry Northern School of

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Contemporary Dance

Nicole

continues to produce some

Guarino something

of the most promising

new, the term

young dance artists in the

starts on 17th

business.

September and you can enrol at www.nscd.

This year’s graduates are

ac.uk/take-part

going on to work with professional and graduate companies in Germany,

There are also opportunities

Denmark, Austria, London

to see dance from around

and Leeds – including

the world on your doorstep.

Phoenix Dance Theatre.

NSCD’s Riley Theatre season

A record number are

of performances launches

continuing their studies and

this month and tickets are

connection with NSCD as

available from 0113 219 3018

members of the School’s

or www.nscd.ac.uk/riley-

postgraduate company

theatre

VERVE, or as apprentices with professional companies on the Postgraduate Apprenticeship Scheme.

Several are going on to forge paths as independent artists in various cities around the world, armed with the enterprising spirit, creative flair and individual artistry that the School encourages.

One such artist, Akeim Toussaint Buck, was recently

As well as supporting

awarded CATAPULT, NSCD’s

the next generation of

year-long artist development

professionals, NSCD

programme for an emerging

continues to champion

dance maker in Yorkshire. He

the value of dance for all,

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with tailored evening and

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young people and adults.

£3,000 development fund,

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and the opportunity to stage

to improve your fitness,

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An Age of Genius: Art in Europe 1520 - 1700

“The 17th century heralds the start of the Golden Age of Dutch

Once again, former University of Leeds Art History lecturer, Dr

painting, and Rembrandt,

Paul Street, will teach an Art History/Appreciation course at

Hals, Vermeer and many

the Friends Meeting House, Woodhouse Lane (opposite Leeds

others will be studied in detail.

University), starting on Thursday 20th September, 10am – 12

And, we will not forget Caravaggio,

noon.

Velasquez, Van Dyck and Rubens.”

“I have been teaching these classes for a number of years

The talks are fully illustrated. No previous

and they have proved very popular – with some participants

experience is needed, and there is no written

returning year after year”, said Dr Street. “This year the course is

work!

entitled: ‘The Golden Age: Art in Europe 1520 – 1700’. Some of the greatest artists of all time were active during these years. We

For details, contact p.j.street@leeds.ac.uk or 0113 274 1709.

begin with Michelangelo and go on to explore the great Venetian

There is no need to pre-enrol, just go along to the first meeting.

painters of the 16th century.

THE GOLDEN AGE:

ART IN EUROPE 1520 - 1700

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VENUE: FRIENDS MEETING HOUSE, WOODHOUSE LANE (opposite the university buildings) STARTING: THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 20TH 2018 TIME: 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon TUTOR: PAUL STREET BA, PhD (former University of Leeds Art History lecturer) Fee: £130.00 per 11 week course or £220 if paid in full for 22 weeks.

This course is also held at the Friends Meeting House, 12A Queen Parade, Harrogate. Mondays from 1.30 to 3.30 pm. Starting on September 17th.

For more details contact the tutor:

p.j.street@leeds.ac.uk or telephone 0113 274 1709

No need to pre-enrol, just come along to the first meeting.

Swarthmore Has an Excellent Reputation Swarthmore Education Centre has an

Chinese start this September. Personal

excellent track record of delivering

development and healthy living classes

high quality education for adults,

include mindfulness, life coaching,

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Alexander Technique, counselling and

courses.

reflexology.

The arts are a major part of the

The Centre can help you improve your

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needlework, stained glass, drama

These classes are small and friendly to

and singing. Held in fully equipped

help ease you back into learning.

customised workshops, these classes are ideal for exploring your creativity,

With 15 new courses this year there

learning new skills and developing

really is something for everyone at

existing ones.

Swarthmore. And, for students with young children, the Swarthmore Crèche

Swarthmore also offers a range of

provides quality child care from birth to

709.

language courses; Spanish and French

age five at affordable prices. Full details

meeting.

are longstanding, popular courses,

can be found at www.swarthmore.org.

and beginners’ classes in Italian and

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This Autumn - Fall for French...

Alliance Française de Leeds is part of a worldwide network which has over 834 institutes in 132 countries on five continents.

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Leeds International Piano Competition In 1963, piano teacher and concert pianist Fanny Waterman (now Dame Fanny) founded a piano competition in Leeds which would go on to become one of the most prestigious music competitions in the world. Now, with an exciting global vision from new co-artistic directors Paul Lewis and Adam Gatehouse, the Competition has more to offer audiences than ever before.

Over the years, the Leeds International Piano Competition has attracted some of the world's finest young pianists and the finalists have included some of the biggest names in classical music, including Murray Perahia, Radu Lupu, and Lars Vogt.

This September, 'The Leeds' will once again welcome exciting young musical talent from all over the world. The University of Leeds Great Hall will host the heats and semi-finals from 6th – 11th September, where 24 pianists from 16 countries will compete for a place in the finals at Leeds Town Hall on 14th and 15th September. In an incredible week of music-making, audiences will be able to follow these pianists all the way from performing solo in the heats to being joined by the full-force of the Hallé Orchestra in the finals.

The Leeds has also curated a rich programme of masterclasses, talks and performances entitled Piano+. In 'The Piano and Me', Alistair McGowan

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and Ed Balls will talk to broadcaster Petroc Trelawney about how playing the piano helps them in their busy lives – just one of many talks at the University of Leeds Clothworkers Centenary Concert Hall.

In the ‘World's Smallest Concert Hall’ outside Leeds Town Hall, there'll be pop-up performances from some of the Competition's high-profile jury members, giving people the opportunity to hear some great musicians in this intimate setting – and it’s absolutely free.

Exciting young musical talent from all over the world

For those eager to show off their skills, the Leeds Piano Trail offers 12 city centre pianos for anyone to play and enjoy.

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Light Perpetual: Echoes of War at St Chad’s On Sunday 23rd September, Trio Literati will join Simon Lindley and the St Peter’s Singers, in an evocative and moving words and music concert to mark the anniversary of the end of the First World War. In ‘Echoes of War’ the movements of Fauré’s haunting Requiem are interspersed with carefully chosen readings of poetry and prose. They include Owen, Sassoon, McHarrie, Carol Ann Duffy and e.e.cummings, and they form an emotional bridge between each movement of Fauré’s music.

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Leeds Photographic Society starts its 2018/2019 Winter Programme in September with ‘An Introduction to Astrophotography’ with Dr. Lee Sproats, covering some basics of astronomy, and looking at techniques and methods of night sky photography.

Giles Rocholl, will present a trip through his 38 years as a professional photographer from newspapers to landscapes. In ‘A Different Approach for the 21st Century’ Neil Wittman demonstrates how he gained his Royal Photographic Society qualifications.

John Gardner’s theme will be ‘Another Day at the Office’ covering many aspects of his commercial photography. And, capturing everyday scenes together with a fresh look at classic ones are Lizzie Shepherd’s themes.

Well known photographer Terry Donnelly will show some of his awardwinning images. Steve Gosling provides mindful insights into taking photographs that are more about communication than technical perfection. Taking an

image through into a fantasy creation is Andrea Hargreaves fascinating topic.

And, Mark Gilligan will share the benefit of his broad career covering a variety of genres.

There will also be illustrated talks by members, as well as in-house and interclub competitions.

Looking at techniques and methods of night sky photography

An entry charge of £5 applies to non-members for keynote speakers - refundable against membership fee. New members of all abilities are welcome. The society meets at 7.30pm every Tuesday at St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Park Road, Roundhay, LS8 1JN. Full programme details are available at www.lps1852.co.uk

Trio Literati is well known in Headingley for its ‘energy, wit and style’. Maggie Mash, Jane Oakshott and Richard Rastall, come from different backgrounds ( the media, theatre and music), and has been performing words and music, in many different guises, since 2003.

St Peter’s Singers is a mixed choir directed by organist, conductor and composer Simon Lindley, who has been their Music Director since 1977.

For over thirty years the Singers have enjoyed a close relationship with Leeds Minster. He is joined on this occasion by organist Alan Horsey.

The concert, presented in association with Headingley LitFest, is at St Chad’s Church, Far Headingley, starting at 7.30pm. Tickets (£12) are available from HEART (0113 275 4548, heartcentre.org.uk/events), Oxfam Bookshop, and St Chad’s Centre 0113 2744322. Or on the door. www.trioliterati.org.uk

Dvorak & Brahms in Chapel Allerton St Matthew’s Choir and Orchestra will perform Dvorak New World Symphony and Brahms’ A German Requiem at St Matthew’s Church in Chapel Allerton (LS7 3QF) on Sunday 30th September at 6.30pm.

The Choir and Orchestra will perform Dvorak’s final Symphony No. 9 from ‘The New World’, the second movement of which was made famous by the ‘coming home’ Hovis advertisement, and the deeply moving Brahms ‘A German Requiem’, where they will

be joined by singers from all over Yorkshire and the North of England, who took part in the orchestra’s Workshop Choir.

Tickets (£12/£10 & £1 U-18s) are available on the door and from www. stmatthewsorchestra.com

“We are looking forward to performing two great romantic masterpieces in the heart of Chapel Allerton”, said Conductor Josh Skoria.

“Following the success of our July concert and workshop, we felt it was important to offer a high-quality concert in the September ‘lull’, when most organisations are recovering from the summer heat.” “

St Matthew’s Orchestra is an exciting new orchestra that was formed to help recent music graduates gain experience, bridging the gap between full-time music studies and entering the professional music market.

St Matthew’s Choir is the resident choir at St Matthew’s Church, Chapel Allerton. It has been hosting come-and-sing workshops since 2011, bringing singers together from across Leeds and creating unforgettable performance experiences.

Conductor and musicologist Aljosa Josh Skorja is Slovenian and has worked with orchestras and choirs in England (Manchester Camerata, London Classical Soloist, York Cantores…) and Slovenia. www. skorja.com

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World Premières at Northern Ballet Mixed Programme Northern Ballet opens its Autumn season with not one, but three World Premières at the Stanley & Audrey Burton Theatre from 12th – 15th September. This year, its ‘Mixed Programme’ is made up of three exciting, short, new pieces by Kenneth Tindall, Morgann Runacre-Temple, and Mlindi Kulashe.

‘The Shape of Sound’ by Kenneth Tindall, who choreographed Northern Ballet’s award winning ‘Casanova’ and was previously Premier Dancer with the Company, is performed to a reimagining of Vivaldi’s Four Seasons. This abstract piece is inspired by the seasons and our responses to them.

Morgann Runacre-Temple was Choreographer in Residence at Ballet Ireland and recently choreographed the award-winning dance film ‘Curing Albrecht’ with English National Ballet. ‘The Kingdom of Back’ is an intimate and moving portrait of Mozart’s elder sister Nannerl, a musical genius in her own right. It offers a different perspective on the Mozart family, drawing inspiration from the family’s

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letters and exploring the complex relationship between Leopold Mozart and his two prodigious children.

Mlindi Kulashe is an emerging choreographer from within Northern Ballet’s Company of dancers. South African-born, Mlindi makes his choreographic debut with Mamela…(‘listen’ in Xhosa). Exploring the themes of frustration, escapism and imprisonment, this thought-provoking piece looks at how society affects us as individuals and encompasses the feeling of being trapped in the unknown.

Northern Ballet’s ‘Mixed Programme’ will also be performed at Cast in Doncaster on 21st/22nd September. Tickets are available via northernballet. com/mixed-programme

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Cartwright has such an observant, poetic way of writing, and this play was, and remains, groundbreaking in its highly theatrical form and it’s celebration of the Northern voice and spirit.”

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‘Road’ at Leeds Playhouse: An Anti-Austerity Battle Cry’ Leeds Playhouse opens its Autumn season with Jim Cartwright’s seminal play ‘Road’ from Wednesday 5th – Saturday 29th September.

Originally performed at the Royal Court in 1986, the production later transferred to television with the likes of Jane Horrocks, David Thewlis and Lesley Sharp taking leading roles.

Directed by Leeds Playhouse Associate Director Amy Leach, ‘Road’ is the first production in the Playhouse’s Pop-Up season, a year-long programme of work hosted in a temporary 350 seat theatre on the Playhouse’s current site.

“Road is an extraordinary play that I have loved from a young age”, said Amy. “Jim

Throughout the Pop-Up season, the Leeds Playhouse Ensemble, a company of ten actors, will perform each production in rep – nine of them make their ensemble debut in ‘Road’. Joe Alessi takes the role of narrator Scullery, joined by Lladel Bryant as DJ Bisto, Darren Kuppan as Brink and Skin Lad; Jo Mousley as Valerie, Tessa Parr will play Clare and Louise; Robert Pickavance plays Prof and Jerry, Susan Twist plays Molly and Elexi Walker plays Carol.

Road is designed by Hayley Grindle with lighting design by Paul Lovett and sound by Mark Melville.

Pictured: Susan Twist rehearsing

Set on a forgotten Northern street over one raucous night, it delves into the houses of the street, capturing the various characters and portraying the desperation of people’s lives at this time – the mid 1980s. Cartwright’s powerful and poignant observation of the everyday lives of the working-class residents explores a time of intense poverty and austerity measures.

Over thirty years later it still resonates loudly. But, it also holds a great deal of humour and even hope.

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Arts&Culture Opera North Presents High Drama and Comedy Opera North last staged a new production of Tosca sixteen years ago, but this Autumn director Edward Dick returns to the Company to work his magic on one of Puccini’s most popular operas.

Tosca may have been written in 1900 but it still feels strikingly relevant in today’s world

Tosca may have been written in 1900 but it still feels strikingly relevant in today’s world with its exploration of political posturing and power, love and lust, freedom and repression. Mexican tenor Rafael Rojas who sang Calaf in Turandot (and treated shoppers in Trinity Leeds to an amazing pop-up performance of ‘Nessun Dorma’), will be taking on the role of the charismatic artist Mario Cavaradossi, while Belfast-born soprano Giselle Allen plays Floria Tosca, Rome’s star singer and his jealous lover. Unfortunately for the couple, Tosca has also attracted the attention of Scarpia, the corrupt Chief of Police, who will stop at nothing to get his way. Tosca is the very essence of opera with its collision of politics, sex, art, religion and death, all underpinned by Puccini’s high-octane score.

If you’d prefer a comedy, there will also be a chance to see The Merry Widow, a lighthearted operetta which follows beautiful, wealthy widow Hanna Glawari as she takes a trip to Paris much to the delight of all the French bachelors. Unfortunately, if she marries a foreigner, the little-known state of Pontevedro will lose her millions and go bankrupt. It falls to the lot of the country’s ambassador, Baron Zeta, to do everything he can to ensure Hanna marries a suitable – Pontevedrian – man.

Glitzy and glamorous, this is a chance to enjoy a fresh English version of this much loved 20th-century operetta.

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Tosca opens at Leeds Grand Theatre on Sunday 16th September followed

by The Merry Widow on Saturday 29th September.

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The play tells of his eventful

The Life and Death of Robert Devereux An evening of Tudor song and drama with Jenny Hill and Simon Nisbett, known as ‘Merry Melancholy’, will take place at The Leeds Library, 18 Commercial Street, on Thursday 27th September at 7.30pm.

It is 1624. Richard and Susannah, a lutenist and singer, are preparing a concert to mark the publication of a book – Gervase Markam’s Honour in his Perfection – dedicated to Robert Devereux, Second Earl of Essex. Although he was executed for treason more than two decades previously, during the reign of Elizabeth I, he still has a huge following.

years at court, his stormy relationship with the Queen and

The play tells of his eventful years at court, his stormy relationship with the Queen and his early death. The character of Richard is based on Richard Mynshall, whose handwritten lute book has survived to the present day.

The playwright, Jenny Hill, is a poet and singer who has founded three choirs, specialising in early music.

Simon Nisbett taught guitar in schools for many years before making the lute his instrument of choice ten years ago.

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by Thomas Campion, John Dowland, Daniel Bacheler and Philip Rosseter.

Lyricists include Fulke Greville, Lord Brooke, George Peele and of course Robert Devereux.

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University of Leeds Explores the Legacies of WWI One hundred years after the Armistice on 11th November 1918, a new exhibition ‘Goodbye to all that?

Legacies of the First World War’ at the University’s Treasures of the Brotherton Gallery, explores the legacies of the First World War.

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Co-curated by PhD students Eilis Boyle and Alexander Shaw and Professor Alison Fell, the exhibition tells the stories of people in Yorkshire, and beyond, getting used to life after the ‘War to End All Wars’. With themes of grief, memory, disability, women’s rights and politics, the stories still resonate today.

“Many of the consequences of the First World War – the waves of refugees, political fallout that, for good or ill, redrew the world map, changed understandings of women’s rights and citizenship, developments

in healthcare, creation of veterans’ associations, erection of thousands of memorials – continue to shape our world today”, said Professor Alison Fell.

“This exhibition tells new stories about the myriad ways the war irrevocably changed people’s lives, and we hope the poignant objects and images that we have chosen will give visitors food for thought.”

Gibson, WW1 veteran, who lost an eye during the war, but went on to run an

‘Goodbye to all that? Legacies of the First World War’, opens on Friday 31st August and runs until 31st January, 2019. Entry is free.

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The Eagerly Awaited ‘Jersey Boys’ Swings in to Leeds Grand

The creative team keeps a really tight rein on the production, which probably accounts for the show’s enduring

The Tony, Olivier and Grammy Award-winning musical ‘Jersey Boys’ swings into Leeds Grand Theatre from 20th November – 1st December.

This is the remarkable story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, their rise to stardom from the wrong side of the tracks and their inevitable demise. They became one of the most successful bands in pop history, were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and sold 175 million records worldwide, all before they turned 30. This is no tribute show – it is written by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice with the approval of the three remaining members of the group. Certainly, it is Bob Gaudio’s music (one of the original founders of the Four Seasons), that is the nucleus of the show, but their story is also captivating.

Lewis Griffiths, who plays Nick Massi, was with the show in Newcastle when we spoke to him. Many of you will remember him as Johnny in ‘Dirty Dancing’ at Leeds Grand not long ago. This is his second tour with Jersey Boys and he has lost none of his enthusiasm for the show.

“What endures is the music”, said Lewis. “It is a play that tells the story of the Four Seasons from four different perspectives throughout the show, with music woven through it. The creative team keeps a really tight rein on the production, which probably accounts for the show’s enduring success. The music is timeless and there is genuinely something for everyone. Younger audiences not familiar with the music often assume that it’s a fictional story and are pleasantly surprised to find that it is all true.

It’s just a good story.”

Worldwide, 25 million people have seen the show. Bob Gaudio has seen it around 200 times himself – he likes to keep an eye on how it’s going!

The UK Tour production is staged by the entire original Broadway creative team, led by director Des McAnuff and choreographer Sergio Trujillo, with scenic design by

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by Steve Canyon Kennedy and projection design by Michael Clark.

The show is packed with Four Seasons’ hits, including Beggin’, Sherry, Walk Like A Man, December, 1963 (Oh What a Night), Big Girls Don’t Cry, My Eyes Adored You, Let’s Hang On (To What We’ve Got), Bye Bye Baby, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, Working My Way Back to You, Fallen Angel, Rag Doll and Who Loves You. Michael Watson is Frankie Valli, with Simon Bailey as Tommy De Vito, Declan Egan as Bob Gaudio and Lewis Griffiths as Nick Massi.

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The Leeds Library Celebrates its 250th Anniversary The Leeds Library, based on Commercial Street, is celebrating its 250th Anniversary this year with an exciting programme of cultural events, projects and partnerships.

It has already hosted readings and talks by great writers, like Tony Harrison and Simon Armitage. With its WildLines Festival, in partnership with Leeds Big Bookend, it also brought leading thinkers and writers on natural history to the city. It has worked with Headingley Lit Fest, Chapel FM and Ilkley’s Words in the City and has established a new spoken word night, Chelping, curated by Matt Abbott, which is bringing vibrant performers to Leeds. There have been exhibitions highlighting gems from its own collections, and theatrical events and performances with partners like Opera North.

September will also see the launch of the ‘Through the Pages’ exhibition, which will run from 14th September to 23rd November (Mon – Fri, 1 – 3pm; Sat, 11am – 1pm; Sun, 11am - 3pm). It will take visitors on a journey around the Library with displays presenting the story of how the Library was founded and has thrived over 250 years.

"Visitors to the exhibition will get to know our collections, artefacts and oddities as well as our resident ghost, a former Librarian, who walks the balconies of the Library at night”, said Carl Hutton, CEO of the Library. “You will read members’ stories, learn about the building itself, the Library’s current work and plans for the future. Parts of the library will be open to the public for the first time.

The exhibition is free, and we hope that as many people as possible will visit us during this exciting time."

During October and November, the Library will be staging a range of immersive theatrical experiences, including a unique presentation of Frankenstein (9th - 11th Oct); an interactive, immersive theatrical puzzle ‘The Hidden’ (31st Oct- 3rd Nov); and a ghostly poetic walk with award winning poet Mark Pajak (24th - 27th Oct).

The celebrations continue this Autumn. A commemorative book, Through the Pages, will be launched in early September to coincide with an international academic conference (20th - 22nd Sept); and a celebration dinner will be held at The Queens Hotel on Friday 21st September with the Bard of Barnsley, Ian McMillan, as guest speaker.

During the first two weeks of November, the Library will be hosting theatrical performances in partnership with The Leeds Playhouse and Red Ladder Theatre, as well as its spoken word nights, Chelping (12th Sept, 10th Oct, 28th Nov), and Literary Salons (10th Oct, 14th Dec) curated and co-produced by Renaissance One. For full details, visit www.theleedslibrary.org.uk

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CommunityNews Cllr Dan Cohen Alwoodley

It doesn’t feel like a moment ago that I was writing about summer concerts on the village green, now here we are ready for a new school year.

The new school year brings up a hot topic - parking outside schools. Over the last 12 months I’ve had lots of emails and calls about this. I’ve also had the pleasure of spending time at our schools during pick up and drop off, to see firsthand what’s happening.

There was no question – it was busy. What was equally clear, however, was that a small number of parents were parking in a way that was dangerous for both their children and

other people’s children trying to get in and out of school. A smaller group still was parking with no consideration for anyone or anything (including parking fully on a pavement or right across a neighbour’s drive).

So, my annual plea to parents is – please park not only legally but also considerately, which the vast majority of us do.

I learnt this year of a shocking incident on the Sandmoors where a car, that was parked perfectly legally, was covered with flour, following a warning the previous week not to park in a particular spot. No one wants to see that type of unacceptable behaviour.

Cars are legally free to park anywhere on the highway, that it can be annoying doesn’t justify such actions. The police were made aware of this incident.

On a far more pleasant note, on 14th October Alwoodley Parish Council will host its second

Children’s Book Event at the ACA on The Avenue. This will feature entertainment by Susie Sparkles and a guest appearance by local children’s author Jason Beresford as well as fun activities throughout the day.

Last year’s event was hugely popular. Now, the Parish Council is looking for people who would be able to help expand the event into an Alwoodley Arts & Literary Festival for adults and children, including books, music and art.

They are looking for enthusiastic people with appropriate contacts and organisational skills to volunteer to ensure that this community event can continue. It has grown to be such a success and without these volunteers the Parish Council would struggle to hold it in future.

If you are willing and able to help, drop me a line and I’ll happily pass your details to the Parish Council.

Finally, please remember that Peter, Neil and I are always here for any and all local issues and concerns.

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The Bittern is a shy and secretive member of the heron family that had almost died out in the UK before the RSPB began to restore its main habitat – dense reedbeds. Its cryptic, streaky golden-brown and black plumage provides excellent camouflage against the reed stems, and its long dagger-like bill is designed for hunting all kinds of small creatures, including fish, frogs and even small birds. It has long toes which it uses to grasp the reed stems as it moves around, and a black crown and ‘moustache’.

Male Bitterns defend their territory and attract mates using a distinctive low-pitched ‘booming’ call, which sounds a bit like the noise of someone blowing across the top of a glass bottle. This call can be heard from January to April, especially at dawn and dusk. The nest is a shallow platform of reed stems within the reedbed, which the female adds to if the water level rises, to keep it above water. The male plays no part in nest building or raising young.

Due to the drying out of their habitat, Bittern numbers declined to a low of 11 booming males in 1997. The RSPB conducted a research programme into the causes of this decline and how Bitterns could be helped, which resulted in restored reedbeds, and a total of over 160 booming males in 2016. Numbers increase in Winter, when European birds arrive to take advantage of the milder UK weather.

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Heritage Open Days at York Gate Garden On Friday 7th September (12.30 – 4.30pm) and Saturday 8th September (2 – 5pm) York Gate Garden on Back Church Lane in Adel (LS16 8DW) will be hosting guided garden tours – and they are completely free as part of Heritage Open Days.

This fascinating one-acre garden, created by the Spencer family between 1951 and 1994, is now cared for by the charity Perennial, which is dedicated to helping people who work in horticulture. In 2017 the garden was listed in The Times as the seventh best garden to visit in the UK and has previously featured on Gardeners’ World and many other publications.

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Garden Round Up With Tracy Foster

Cooler temperatures, shorter days and children going back to school mark the start of meteorological Autumn

Long Lasting Flowers

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An easy method is to pick them on a dry

Most of our bedding plants and annual flowers will carry on producing blooms until the first frosts so they can still look wonderful right through the month. The secret is to keep on watering them if they are dry, give them a liquid feed about once every two weeks and snip off any dead flower heads.

If a plant is wilting or looking sick, it is best not to feed it until it has been treated and recovered.

morning after the dew has gone and simply bunch together, tying them at the base of the stems

I’ve enjoyed cutting flowers from the garden so much this year that I have been drying some blooms and seed heads to use in winter arrangements. An easy method is to pick them on a dry morning after the dew has gone and simply bunch together, tying them at the base of the stems. Then hang them upside down in a dark, dry airy place. Although it’s late in the season you could try Roses, Hydrangeas, and grasses or seed heads such as Nigella, Poppies and Phlomis.

harvesting crops such as Tomatoes,

Picking and Tending Edibles

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Some fruit and vegetables were ready earlier then normal this year, but you may still be harvesting crops as some things such as beans continue to produce over a very long period if picked frequently.

Tomatoes, corn, courgettes and marrows are among the other things to enjoy.

If you have tender plants like Basil planted outside, they may need covering with a cloche at night if low temperatures are forecast.

Garden Visits Many public gardens close to visitors towards the end of next month, so it is a good idea to check opening times and plan a few days out to enjoy the best of the region’s gardens whilst there is still time.

As this is a perfect time of year to think about refreshing your own garden with some different planting, the gardens you visit will provide you with ideas and many also sell plants, so you can stock up on some new specimens whilst you are there.

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By Samuel Payne

MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN DIRECTED BY: OL PARKER STARRING: : CHRISTINE BARANSKI, PIERCE BROSNAN, DOMINIC COOPER, OMID DJALILI, COLIN FIRTH, ANDY GARCÍA, LILY JAMES, AMANDA SEYFRIED, STELLAN SKARSGÅRD, JULIE WALTERS, MERYL STREEP, CHER CERT: PG RUNNING TIME: 114 MINS When West End sensation 'Mamma Mia!' became an international hit movie, it seemed inevitable that Universal would quickly respond with a sequel. A mere decade later, the follow-up debuts straight to cinemas and picks up the story of Donna, her daughter Sophie and her estranged fathers — set against more hits from prolific pop quartet ABBA.

'Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again' returns to the Greek island of Kalokairi, exploring the past and present in a fusion of prequel and sequel. A recentlygraduated Donna arrives on the island in 1979, meanwhile in the present, daughter Sophie follows in her late mother’s footsteps by reopening her old hotel. It’s a time of sadness, reflection and hope for the future; it’s also a chance to belt out some upbeat Swedish glam pop at every turn.

Much of the film focuses on the younger Donna as she encounters the three men who are destined to become Sophie’s fathers. Lily James admirably fills Meryl Streep’s denim dungarees, seizing ABBA’s numbers with a relentless optimism and playfulness which reflects the relaxed social attitudes of the time. Basing much of the action in the past neatly avoids reiterating the same style of the first movie, offering a comic book version of a bygone era where flares, stack-heeled boots and winged collars reign supreme. It’s a welcome escape to a great period for pop music, and the evocative ABBA score gels perfectly within the era of its own creation.

The soundtrack also deviates from expectations. Drawn from lesserexplored regions of ABBA’s extensive discography, this second serving doesn’t simply offer the non-stop anthems as before. Some minorleague gems now spot the drama, offering a less distracting, if unfamiliar accompaniment to the action. When I Kissed the Teacher is a particularly effective set piece, kick-starting the film with a moderately unknown tune that feels wholly fresh yet explicitly ABBA in style.

But don’t worry, we’re reacquainted with a boatful of karaoke-friendly hits which receive a welcome replay.

Waterloo, Dancing Queen, Super Trooper and Knowing Me Knowing You all get a second airing, with Pierce Brosnan, Stellan Skarsgård and Colin Firth returning to provide gutsy Dad-at-a-wedding vocals. Their range doesn’t come close to West End

Despite its underwritten script, the film looks fantastic. Writer-director Ol Parker offers some good oldfashioned Hollywood spectacle to his picture postcard locations, smartly pinning down teal accent colours in almost every shot. Combined with very playful choreography, slick transitions and ambitious aerial photography, the movie’s strong Technicolor aesthetic ensures there’s no shortage of visual pomp and ceremony to complement its buoyant score.

The soundtrack draws from standards, but the untrained sing-along approach is what makes this carefree musical so much fun.

Just don’t expect too much action from older Donna. Those hoping to see more of Meryl Streep’s Broadway talents may come away feeling a little short-changed. For reasons barely explored within the story, Streep’s engagement is limited to just a handful of scenes, which leaves the film a touch undernourished.

Trade-offs come in the form of the brilliant Omid Djalili, who gives a memorable cameo as a customs officer, whilst an outrageously camp rendition of Fernando from a peroxidepermed Cher defies all description. Christine Baranski and Julie Walters also return as a fine double act, with Walters showcasing her innate ability to draw genuine pathos from even the fluffiest material.

lesser-explored regions of ABBA’s extensive discography

Whilst drawing on the reserve of some lesser known hits, ABBA’s rich and evocative numbers still take the lead in this film. From lilting underscores to big show-stopping set pieces, the band’s campy style perfectly lends itself to the heightened bravura of musical fantasy. This obligatory sequel delivers a welcome second dose of pop nostalgia, occasionally exceeding expectations with skilful production values and robust performances, all without taking itself too seriously. Take a chance - go see.

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The World on Our Doorstep: A Festival of World Music

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Cinema Thanks to the Alwoodley Ward Councillors, residents in Alwoodley will be able to see films at the Moor Allerton Community Hub. Films suitable for family viewing will be shown once a month and the audience can help to choose them.

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The World on our Doorstep Festival will take place at five venues around Chapel Allerton – The Polish Centre, Seven Arts, Inkwell, The Methodist Centre and Alley Cats – from 28th – 30th September. It is a celebration of the musical heritage and diversity of Leeds and will feature a wide range of music, including Irish, Caribbean, Asian, Eastern European and British, and the fusion of influences and contemporary forms that have emerged.

The festival will also offer a number of workshops, allowing opportunities to sample new music forms such as gypsy jazz guitar, African/Asian drumming, vocal harmony from Brazil, Indian, British and more.

The festival kicks off with a launch concert on Friday 28th September at The Polish Centre. There will be workshops at the Chapel Allerton

Methodist Centre, and a Family Ceilidh on Sunday afternoon. Throughout the weekend there will be concerts at Seven Arts, Inkwell and The Polish Centre, and ‘pop-up gigs’ at Alley Cats on Harrogate Road.

The concerts and performances will feature local musical legends such as Dudley Nesbit (Calypso) Christella Litris (Carnival Messiah) and Cleve Freckland, as well as a wealth of exciting young talent.

The festival is Supported by Irish Arts Foundation, South Asian Arts.uk and Black Health Initiative in partnership with Seven Arts, The Polish Catholic Centre, Inkwell, Alley Cats and Mewl Music.

For ticket details etc. visit www. facebook.com/worldonourdoorstep

The Alwoodley Secret Cinema is following the same successful formula used in other parts of the city. Young people attendign will be encouraged to join the library to promote reading and also attend other activities taking place throughout the year. And there will be free popcorn and drinks!

“Funding community projects such as this is exactly what MICE funding is all about”, said Cllr Neil Buckley, “supporting grassroots projects. I am delighted to be able support this.”

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Howard Assembly Room In anticipation of the tenth anniversary of its opening in the new year, the Howard Assembly Room at Opera North celebrates the brilliance and eclecticism of artists who have performed there over the past decade, with return visits from Catrin Finch and Seckou Keita, Tord Gustavsen, Julia Holter and The Tallis Scholars (19th Dec). The programme also features some notable debuts and rare intimate performances from artists, including Chilly Gonzales and Moses Sumney.

There will be virtuoso performances on traditional stringed instruments from Africa, Scandinavia and the Middle East in the coming months. Welsh harpist Catrin Finch and Senegalese kora maestro Seckou Keita (24 Nov), return with their latest album ‘Soar’, taking their collaboration to new heights with a suite inspired by the osprey.

Slow Moving Clouds (20th Oct) combine Irish and Nordic traditions, layering voice, violin, cello and nyckelharpa. And, through her mastery of the zitherlike qanun, Maya Youssef (27th Sept) summons the sounds of her Syrian homeland, lamenting its present conflict and celebrating its rich cultural heritage.

Since bridging early music and avant-pop with 2015’s dreamlike gem ‘Have You in My Wilderness’, she has recorded a live album, rescored the silent film ‘The Passion of Joan of Arc’, and collaborated with Jean Michel-Jarre.

Since he left The Coral in 2008, Bill RyderJones’ work as a singer-songwriter, multiinstrumentalist, producer, string arranger and composer has taken in a lush soundtrack for an Italo Calvino novel, the Smog-influenced confessionals of 2013’s ‘A Bad Wind Blows in My Heart’ and his latest critically-adored album, ‘West Kirby County Primary’.

Supporting him on 21st September, Brighton trio Our Girl make melodic but tough garagepop, with the vocals, guitar and formidable songwriting of Soph Nathan to the fore.

For full details, visit www. howardassemblyroom.co.uk Tickets are available from 0844 848 2727 or operanorth. co.uk

A charismatic one-off, pianist/rapper/producer/ songwriter Chilly Gonzales’ combines rap, pop and electro chops with formidable classical and jazz skills, and plays a rare, intimate show on 8th September.

Californian singer-songwriter Moses Sumney (20th Sept) has ridden a wave of praise since his first self-recorded releases in the mid-2010s. One of the stand-out records of last year, ‘Aromanticism’ placed his soaring falsetto in a cosmic setting of harps, delicate guitar and electronics, his audaciously beautiful melodies haunted by the ghosts of Philly soul, psychedelic folk and Arthur Russell.

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September 2018

Aladdinsane | Fri 14 Sep | 8pm at The Wardrobe. £16 advance/£20 on door. Paul Henderson is Europe's finest Bowie Tribute.

Julian Arguelles Quartet | Sat 1 Sept | 8pm at Seven Arts Chapel Allerton, £12/£10. Jazz saxophonist widely recognised not only for own work but by his work with Kenny Wheeler, Andy Sheppard & Django Bates to name a few.

Don’t Feed the Peacocks | Tues 4 Sept | 8pm at Headingley HEART, Bennett Rd. Folk collective, great musicians & good fun. £3/£5 Titus Andronicus | Tues 4 Sept | 8pm at Belgrave Music Hall. £13.50. Rock and roll 5-piece from Glen Rock, New Jersey.

David Ramirez | Thurs 6 Sept | 7:30pm at Brudenell Social Club. £14. Folk / Americana musician from Austin, Texas. With a fiercely loyal following drawn to his intimately personal song writing.

Oxfam Music Festival Fundraiser | Sat 8 Sept | noon – 11pm at HEART Headingley. 17 acts ranging from bluegrass to post-punk. Family friendly. Tickets (£10/£15) from HEART Goat Girl | Sat 8 Sept | 7:30pm at Brudenell Social Club, £11. Female indie-rock band from South London. Incendiary rock, ‘challenging everything from national apathy to perils of public transport’- The Guardian.

Hannah Trigwell | Sun 9 Sept | at Headrow House. She has just released her debut album of original songs ‘Red’.

Wooden Shjips | Tues 11 Sept | 7:30pm at Brudenell Social Club. £17.60. Epic San Francisco quartet takes in vast array of retro sounds, from experimental psychedelia, Krautrock & garage to spaced out drone rock.

Valerie Smith & Liberty Pike | Wed 12 Sept | 8pm at Seven Arts 31a Harrogate Rd Chapel Allerton. Blazing bluegrass from Tennessee.

Tickets www.sevenleeds.co.uk Arijit Singh | Fri 14 Sept | doors 7pm at First Direct Arena. From £35. Musician / singer / programmer from Mumbai.

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Elvana | Sat 15 Sept | doors 6pm at )@ Academy. £16.05. Elvis fronted Nirvana tribute band splicing in grunged up sections of Elvis’s finest moments, culminating in an audible overdrive of old school Rockabilly.

False-Heads | Mon 17 Sept | 7:30pm at Hyde Pk Book Club. £6.60. East London 3-piece playing psych/garage grooves – thee newest pretenders to the post-millennial punk rock throne.

Gaelforce | Tues 18 Sept | 8pm at Headingley HEART. Legendary Celtic Rock band in early 90s. A heady mix of rock, folk & Celtic melodies. £3/£5 The Goon Sax | Tues 18 Sept, | 8pm at Headrow House. £8.80. Indie pop band from Brisbane.

Fizzy Blood | Wed 19 Sept | 7:30pm at Brudenell Social Club. £8.80. Based in Leeds, with their own brand of retro-inspired rock with a modern song writing ethos that stands out.

Tempesst | Thurs 20 Sept | 7:30pm at Hyde Pk Book Club. £7.15. Groovy psych-rock quartet from London-via-Australia. ‘Get lost in the sonic hypnoticism of their sunny grooves' – Noisey/VICE. Brinsley Forde (Aswad) | Fri 21 Sept | 7:30pm at The Wardrobe. £20.35. British Reggae legend, best known as the founding member of the British super Reggae group Aswad.

Culture Night 2018 | Fri 21 Sept | 7.30pm Chapel FM, Old Seacroft Chapel, York Rd. LS14 6JB. An evening of Irish Literature, Music & Song. PWYF (Pay What You Feel) Dave Speight | Sat 22 Sept | 8pm at Headingley HEART. £8/£6. Dave has played & sung the blues for over 50 years!

U2-2 The Original Achtung Baby | Sat 22 Sept | 8pm at The Irish Centre. £10. Longest running tribute to U2, now in their 27th year – one of the few tribute bands often mistaken for the real thing.

Trembling Bells | Sat 22 Sept | 7:30pm at Hyde Park Book Club. £11. Song-based group a bit like a faintly unhinged take on Fairport Convention or Fotheringay.

Vodun Sun | 23 Sept | at Brudenell Social Club. Afro-punk doom rockers from London.

Buddy Holly & The Cricketers | Mon 24 Sept | 7:30pm at City Varieties. Show that is guaranteed to have everyone singing along & dancing in the aisles.

Half Waif | Tues 25 Sept | 11pm at Headrow House. £6. Experimental / synth pop artist from Brooklyn.

Bleeding Knees Club | Tues 25 Sept | 7:30pm at Hyde Pk Book Club. Seriously fun Aussie live band, careering through their songs, which seem to have stemmed from extended listens to The Beach Boys, The Ramones & Dinosaur Jr. Wilson McGladdery | Tues 25 Sept | 8pm at Headingley HEART. Gaynor Wilson & Paul McGladdery playing a variety of styles from folk to country to classic pop. £3/£5 Peatbog Faeries | Tue 25 Sept | 8pm at Brudenell Social Club. £16. Described as 'the future of Celtic dance music'. They incorporate influences that take them from traditional jigs & reels to jazz, hip hop, reggae & more.

The Petty Heartbreakers | Thurs 27 Sept | 9pm at The Duck & Drake, Leeds. Free. A celebration of the great Tom Petty, with & without The Heartbreakers.

Los Capitanes / Abi Alton | Fri 28 Sep | 8pm at New Headingley Club, St Michael’s Rd. Headingley. Abi is a young singer / songwriter & instrumentalist from Guisborough. Recently nominated by BBC Introducing to attend its BBC Introducing Masterclass in Glasgow. Reached final of X-Factor 2013, Track Dogs | Sat 29 Sept | 8pm at New Headingley Club. Madrid-based acousticfolk band with members from Ireland, England & USA.

Leeds Open Mic Open to All For the past five years the monthly ‘Tower of Song’ has been bringing musicians together to perform new songs to a receptive crowd at the Fox & Newt. Under the guiding hand of Nicky Bray and Carl Flattery, the night has moved from a student showcase to a community hub, with a spin off covers only night, and family friendly events over the Summer.

Tower of Song was originally a residential for music students at Leeds Beckett University. After some initial success, the decision was made to create a regular event, allowing students to showcase and eventually take over. The night has a strict ‘no covers’ rule, and all songs must be written on a theme, making them more ambitious. Early examples were ‘jazz and animals’, while recent themes included ‘killer robots’ and ‘the periodic table’.

The desire to foster a musical community in Leeds goes further than regular performing musicians. ‘Risk A Verse’ (conceived of by Dan Akers) takes the idea of a theme but demands performers only bring covers. The objective is “to encourage people who would like to sing but are a little bit shy”. There is a house guitarist who

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will provide backing for singers, and the lyrics are always displayed on the wall not just for the performers but so that all the guests can sing along. It has been described as ‘feel good’ and ‘anthemic’.

This unique set up attracts musicians from across Leeds, with regulars from open mic nights at The Old Kings Arms (Horsforth), The Chemic (Woodhouse), and The Grove (City Centre) testing songs at their respective nights before bringing them to the Fox and Newt. Thanks to projects like Tower of Song, open mic nights in Leeds are becoming increasingly ‘open’, a space for families and beginners rather than just musicians.

The best thing about open mic nights in Leeds is the community it brings together, the friendships it forges, and the feel-good vibes it brings. Tower of Song is the first Thursday of every month, with the next Risk A Verse (the 2000s) on 6th October at the Fox & Newt.

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Cinema Lotherton Hall brings two fantastic musicals to its outdoor cinema on Sunday 16th September.

– Starting at 1pm, singalong with PT Barnum and his ‘oddities’ in this showstopping musical biopic, celebrating the birth of showbusiness and the sense of The Greatest Showman wonder when dreams come to life. Starring Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron and Rebecca Ferguson.

Grease – Celebrate 40 years, almost to the day, from its original release date. From the long-running hit Broadway show comes one of the most popular screen musicals of all time. 70’s pop icons John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John join some of Hollywood's old time favourite personalities. Starts at 5pm.

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Michelle Sutcliffe: A Pioneer in Sue Ryder Women’s Professional Boxing Wheatfields Hospice To help celebrate the 40th anniversary of Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice, the team is bringing back the popular Starlight Hike. Participants can once again enjoy walking under the stars, whilst remembering loved ones and supporting the work of Wheatfields Hospice on Saturday 20th October.

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 7pm and follow a marshalled 10k or a 5k route.

Although she didn’t start boxing training until she was 30, Michelle Sutcliffe already had three years of Thai boxing experience behind her and she went on to win four British titles and be ranked third in the world.

It all started with husband Gary convincing her to train for self-defence and fitness. He soon recognised her potential to become a pioneer in women’s professional boxing and encouraged her to make the switch… the rest is history.

Michelle obtained her professional licence from the British Boxing Board of Control 1999. Within one year, on 27th February 2000, she had won a world title belt at Leeds Town Hall, becoming the City’s first world boxing champion. She won another world title the following year, becoming the first woman in Britain to win two different world boxing titles.

Retirement from competition allowed Michelle to become an amateur boxing and Thai boxing coach at Tigers Gym in Meanwood. Among the many classes she teaches is one for ‘Ladies Only’, which is attended by a number of Muslim women.

At present Tigers Gym boasts an under 18s national ladies champion, and a number of other women also compete.

Michelle has always maintained that boxing training should be done for enjoyment, self-esteem and fitness, then the true love of the sport should follow. She also enjoys training the Leeds University boxing club.

About four months before Michelle won her world title – she helped a young, upcoming amateur boxer with some sparring training. This young lady was just starting to reach her prime as an amateur boxer. She didn’t realise it at the time, but her pioneering work in boxing would help to inspire Nicola Adams to go on to achieve Olympic Gold.

“The Starlight Hike offers a buzzing atmosphere where people can walk together to remember loved ones or simply have fun with friends and families while supporting local hospice care”, said Michelle Darbyshire, Fundraiser at Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice. “It’s a fun way of getting family, friends and colleagues together.”

The event aims to raise £20,000 towards the cost of running Wheatfields Hospice, which provides superb care for people living with complex life-limiting illnesses. All care services are free to patients, but it costs Wheatfields £11,000 a day to keep its doors open and only part of these costs are covered by statutory funds.

To register visit www.sueryder.org/ WheatfieldsSLH, call 0113 2033 377 or email wheatfields.fundraising@ sueryder.org

Take Heart’s 30th Annual Sponsored Walk is a Fun Day Take Heart’s 30th Sponsored Walk will be held, as usual, in Roundhay Park on Sunday 30th September, starting at 10am at the Mansion. This year the charity is turning the event into a Fun Day and inviting younger walkers to take part, in the hope of attracting record numbers.

The charity raises funds exclusively for the Yorkshire Heart Centre at Leeds General Infirmary, St James’s hospital and its units within The Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Founded in 1988 by a number of heart patients wishing to give something back for the excellent care they had received, it is a small but professional charity run on a completely voluntary basis.

Over the years, Take Heart has raised over £4 million, which has been used to enhance the surroundings for the many thousands who visit the centre each year. Major achievements include the provision of a suite of relatives’ rooms available free of charge when required, a roof garden, and an internal garden. It has also organised free bedside television, telephone calls and internet for patients, and recently provided the Take Heart Cardiac Suite – with a superb waiting room for patients, pre and post-procedures involving heart valve replacement, pacemakers, angiograms and the like.

Take Heart has refurbished all the heart wards and waiting areas and made sure that patients have the highest standard

of comfort. It has also provided technology that can help to reduce waiting times and has made significant progress in supporting staff and improving their working environment.

Everyone is welcome to the Fun Day – further information and sponsor forms are available from Take Heart, F Floor, Jubilee Wing, LGI, LS1 3EX , 0113 3922888 or www.takeheart.net. Membership is available to all for £1.50.

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Younger Life The Big LEGO Build at the Thackray

Lois for Mayor!

Pictured Katie Clark

Thackray Medical Museum’s Big LEGO Build is underway. For just £1 visitors can place a brick into the scaled down model of the museum which, when completed, will contain over 150,000 bricks.

The project is raising money towards the museum’s £4 million campaign ‘A Healthy Future’, which is due for completion in Spring 2020. With new and updated exhibitions, new visitor experiences and vital repairs to the fabric of the Grade II listed building, the redevelopment will see the museum transformed.

“This is an opportunity for people to place a brick into the model and chat to us about the museum’s exciting plans for the future”, said Katie Clark, the museum’s official LEGO master builder. “The museum is housed in what was once the Leeds Union Workhouse and I can’t wait to see it recreated in LEGO.” The museum has already received support from the Heritage Lottery Fund, Wellcome Trust and the Thackray Medical Research Trust, but it needs to raise a further £300,000.

“This redevelopment will allow us to make some major repairs to the building, as well as allowing us to create a museum that is fit for the 21st century visitor”, said CEO Rachel Emmott. “Every £1 that is donated will take us one brick closer to our target.”

In addition to the LEGO build, the museum is running family workshops throughout the Summer. ‘The Science of Frankenstein’ celebrates 200 years since the publication of Mary Shelley’s famous novel and explores the links between electricity and the body.

Activities run weekdays from 10am - 3pm and include stop motion animation, an electronics workshop, a giant Frankenstein operation game and themed crafts.

Head over to the museum to place your brick, or you can donate online via thackraymedicalmuseum.co.uk

Lois Priestley from Adel is through to the final to be chosen as Leeds Children's Mayor.

Lois’ manifesto was all about Plastic Pollution. She would like to reduce the amount of single use plastic being used in Leeds’ schools.

If every school did just a little bit, it would make a huge difference to our planet.

The voting is now open! Lois is campaigning throughout the Summer and will be updating social media along the way.

If you would like to support Lois in her bid to become Leeds Children’s Mayor, visit https:// breezeleeds.org/have-your-say/ lcm2018finals where you can read her manifesto in detail and cast your vote. Voting closes at 5pm on Wednesday 19th September.

An Award for Roundhay Brownie & Guides Leader Pictured: CJan Ali, County Commissioner Girlguiding Leeds, Hazel Stancliffe, Leader, Anne Esslemont, Katie

Anne Esslemont, a Brownie, Guide and Senior Section Leader in Roundhay recently received a prestigious Laurel Award, in recognition of her work supporting girls and young women over the last 23 years. She was presented with a specially-designed brooch by Andrea Simon, Deputy Chief Commissioner for Girlguiding North East England.

Anne first became involved in guiding when she joined Brownies and, as an adult, has volunteered ever since, providing great opportunities for girls and young women.

“Girlguiding made me the person I am today, developing me from the seven-year-old who was too shy to speak in front of the other Brownies to the leader and trainer I now am”, said Anne. “My highlights are taking the girls camping and seeing them bond over the time spent together, whether that's a weekend at a local campsite or a week in Iceland, and being involved with planning large events.

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“Volunteering for Girlguiding is such a rewarding experience and it’s been wonderful to work with so many young women and girls over the years and see them develop their confidence and skills. I would like to dedicate this award to all of the girls I have had the pleasure of knowing.”

By giving just one or two hours a week, volunteers can help girls enjoy a wide range of exciting activities, as well as acquire new skills and experiences – and have fun at the same time. The charity welcomes volunteers of all backgrounds, ages, cultures, faiths and abilities.

For more information, visit www.girlguiding.org.uk

Producing Well

Schools in our region continue to attract attention and plaudits – The Grammar School at Leeds is celebrating its tenth anniversary; With Olympians among its alumni, Bradford Grammar is investing more in its sports provision;

Rounded, Confident The Moorlands School in Weetwood is determined that all its pupils live up to its motto ‘Intrepide’, always ready to face new challenges; and Richmond House School is basking in the success of its latest ‘excellent’ assessment; Allerton Grange School is rapidly improving; and Leeds Chinese Community School is promoting Chinese language and culture here in Leeds.

Individuals

The Moorlands Way The Moorlands School motto

5 and 6 children have ‘buddies’ in Nursery and Reception which enables lovely

is ‘Intrepide!’ or ‘Be Brave!’

relationships to build, while a family-focused approach enables school and home

and this is something that the

life to blend seamlessly. From Reception (starting the term after they turn five)

school encourages in all pupils

pupils are offered wrap-around care and clubs from 7.30am – 6pm at no extra cost.

– starting with those in the Early

And, during the school holidays, there is Camp Xplode – even more fun than it

Years. The youngest pupils learn

sounds!

how being brave means many different things – sometimes

Pupils leave Moorlands as confident individuals, ready to face new challenges. They

it’s just ‘having a go’ or trying

are highly successful in achieving their first choice of senior school, with many

something new.

obtaining scholarships.

Key to enabling a child to

Moorlands next Open Morning is on Tuesday 13th November. Register at www.

venture out of their comfort

moorlands-school.co.uk.

zone is offering them a variety of opportunities to explore. Right from the Early Years, Moorlands’ pupils experience specialist teaching for French, music and drama – something that sets the school apart. Its children also enjoy the benefits of the school’s on-site swimming pool and Forest School activities in its beautiful grounds.

A recent Parent Survey comment that highlighted what makes Moorlands a truly special place stated: “It’s a family – the children all look after each other, across the year groups”. Year

“The quality of pupils’ personal development is excellent…they show true resilience and take pride in living up to the school’s motto of being intrepid” ISI Report January 2017

A bright start

The Moorlands Way

Open Morning Tuesday 13th November from 9am Please register to attend on the Admissions section of our website: moorlands-school.co.uk Foxhill Drive, Weetwood Lane, Leeds, LS16 5PF t: 0113 278 5286 e: admissions@moorlands-school.co.uk

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investment in its sports provision. www.bradfordgrammar.com/signup The redevelopment will include

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age group international athletes who have represented Team GB. “This is an exciting time in the history of our school”, said Oliver Rogers, Director of Sport at BGS. “We’re keen to nurture the interests and abilities of every child who takes part in sport at school as well as those who are keen to excel and pursue careers in it. Our new sports

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The Leeds Chinese Community School Leeds Chinese Community School (est. 1966) is an awardwinning supplementary school and charitable non-profit organisation. It promotes Chinese culture and offers a range of activities and Chinese language courses for both children and adults from all communities.

Over the years, the school has worked closely with Leeds City Council, National Resource Centre for Supplementary Education, UK Association for the Promotion of Chinese Education, UK Federation of Chinese Schools, the Confucius Institute at the University of Leeds, and the Leeds Chinese Community Association, and has steadily raised its standard in education.

Classes are held on Sundays during term-time, 12 noon – 4pm at The Grammar School at Leeds. The school currently has approximately 200 pupils and 30 dedicated volunteers and is growing fast. It offers courses in Chinese language (Cantonese and Mandarin): Reception to GCSE and A-Level, Adult, YCT and HSK. Activity Classes: Singing and Recital, and Chinese Dance. Each year pupils achieve outstanding results in GCSE and A-Level exams.

Leeds Chinese Community School • 1st prize in UKAPCE National Mandarin Reading Competition 2017 & 2018 • 100% A* in GCSE Mandarin in 2017 • British Academy Schools Language Awards winner 2014 • Gold Award in the Quality Framework for Supplementary Schools in 2009.

Curriculum: Chinese language (Cantonese and Mandarin): Reception to GCSE and A-Level, Adult, YCT and HSK. Activity Classes: Singing and Recital, Chinese Dance. All levels welcome.

Opening Hours: Term Time Sundays 12 – 4pm

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Allerton Grange ' s Motto Reflects Aspirational Targets Independent careers advice and strong links with Allerton Grange is a diverse and rapidly improving

universities and employers mean that students are

school. Its motto ‘Aspire, Grow, Succeed’ is

supported from Year 7 to be successful on their

embedded in the school’s values, and reflects the

chosen pathway. Consequently, 99% of Allerton

aspirational targets it strives for with all of its

Grange students move on from good sixth form

students.

provision to their preferred university, apprenticeship or employment.

Specialist teachers prepare students for the demands of GCSE from Year 7, creating resilient

Interaction with parents has helped to foster a strong

and independent learners. Opportunities for

community, where the focus is on working together

developing leadership qualities are plentiful,

with shared high expectations, creating a positive

allowing students to give something back to the

environment in which students can grow and achieve

community whilst building essential skills outside

their full potential.

the classroom, and a wide variety of enrichment activities and sports provides every opportunity to

Parents looking for a secondary school that will allow

develop their talents.

their child to flourish are encouraged to visit the school on its Open Evening or Open Mornings.

Fresh Produce Plants

Open Evening

Games Stalls

26 September 2018

Gemma the Giraffe

Wednesday

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6-8pm

Open Morning 3, 4, 8, 9 October 10am - 12pm

Due to limited availability for Open Mornings: Please book a place by calling 0113 393 0304 or emailing agadmin@allertongrange.com

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House Deemed

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Latest ISI Inspection

at Leeds As you enter the Alwoodley Gates campus of The Grammar School at Leeds (GSAL), your eye is drawn to a giant floral figure 10 overlooking the cricket pitch.

The striking lavender bed was planted by Year 3 pupils in early summer to mark the school’s tenth anniversary.

GSAL was formed in 2008 through a merger of Leeds Grammar School and Leeds Girls’ High School, creating an independent co-educational school for children aged from three to eighteen.

The school’s anniversary celebrations continue throughout 2018, involving the whole school community in creative,

Richmond House School is an independent

educational and social activities. Even the youngest pupils

preparatory school for girls and boys aged three

in Nursery at Rose Court in Headingley, teamed up to create

to 11 years, located in Far Headingley. It offers a

a special birdbath into which each child placed a piece of

nurturing, family environment where everyone

mosaic.

knows each other and small class sizes, along with specialist teaching from Nursery in Music, PE,

Generations of alumni have thrown themselves into the

French and Outdoor Learning.

celebrations too, with a series of reunions in Leeds and London. The inaugural Leeds Luminaries Awards will mark

The school is renowned for its standard of education,

the outstanding achievements of alumni and winners will be

with the top grade of ‘excellent’ across the board in

announced in November.

the most recent full ISI inspection, and consistently outstanding 11+ examination results.

The school’s birthday bursary campaign is on target to fund an additional ten student places, reflecting each year of

Although located just three miles from Leeds City

GSAL’s existence.

Centre, the school has over ten acres of sports fields, which include an outdoor learning area and yurt,

In the school’s first decade, 5,041 pupils have been educated

the school has a superb sporting reputation and its

at the school, with 1,898 completing Sixth Form. Over 100

strong culture of music and drama is demonstrated

students have gone to Oxbridge colleges, the school has

in impressive performances and concerts throughout

raised over £500,000 for charities, and four alumni have

the year.

competed in the Olympics.

Every child is encouraged to develop and explore their own interests and strengths, academic or otherwise, and the children leave at age 11 as wellrounded and self-assured individuals.

Photo: Lizzie The school’s next Open Day is on Saturday 29th Coombes September, 10am – 12pm. For further information or to arrange an appointment at a time to suit you, call 0113 275 2670

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CommunityNotices ACTIVE Alwoodley Walkabout Group Walks locally & farther afield, long & short, weekdays & weekends. Everyone welcome. Details: John jhn.wtsn@gmail.com

Badminton Club meets at Alwoodley Community Association, The Avenue, Mon from 9pm & Wed from 8.30pm. New members welcome. Details: Anne Lindop 07779 128 431, anne@lindop.org Chapel Allerton Badminton Club Wed, 8 – 9pm at Scott Hall Leisure Centre. Sociable club. All abilities welcome. No annual membership fee. Details: James on 07809 776367, chapelabadminton.co.uk

Chapel Allerton Snooker & Social Club 19 Town St. LS7 4NB. Four competition class snooker tables, food nights, live music events, games & competitions all year.

Social membership from £5 pa. Details: 345 1107, www.thecaclub.webs.com or Facebook

Leeds Judean Table Tennis Club Stonegate Road, LS17 6EL (opp. fire station). Play table tennis. Open to all ages & ability.

Details: Doug Fern 267 0342, Ivan Lewis 07966 236969

Leeds University Staff Walking Club organises country walks (5-14 miles) every weekend. Everyone welcome. Details: David Shaw Dalesway_Advert_29.2.16.pdf 285 7480, d.c.shaw@leeds. ac.uk

ARTS & CRAFTS Alwoodley Art Group meets Thurs, 7.30pm at The Community Centre, The Avenue, LS17 7NZ Demonstrations, workshops & a friendly atmosphere. New members welcome. Details: Tony 225 1546 www.alwoodleyartgroup-leeds.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 9327

Lace & Craft Group meets Fri, 2 – 5pm

North Leeds Crown Green Bowls Club Old Park Rd, Roundhay (next to

at Alwoodley Community Centre. New members very welcome. Come along for a cup of tea & a chat. Details: 295 6788

Cricket Club). Newcomers to the sport & established league players welcome.

Friendly, popular environment open to all ages & ethnicities. Season opens early April. Details: Secretary Don Player 266 7397, dcs.p7@virginmedia.com

PHGC Snooker Club at Oakwood Clock Friendly, community focused club keen to welcome new members.

Open Mon - Fri, 5 -11pm. Three tables, licensed bar, social events throughout the year. All abilities welcome.

Coaching available. Details: 212 0194, secretary@thesnookerclub.co.uk, www. thesnookerclub.co.uk

Wheels 4 Fun Disability Cycling Group meets Sat, 11am – 1pm at Meanwood Valley Urban farm for advice, support & social cycling for adults with a physical disability. Tandems, tricycles & other bikes available. Volunteers needed to help with various roles. Details: Trish 269 5028, www.wheels4funleeds.wordpress. 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 who meet to share skills.

Regular demonstrations by local artists.

New members with some experience welcome. Details: John Irving 293 1465

Stainbeck Art Club meets 2nd & 4th Tues, 1.45 – 4pm at Methodist Community Centre, Town St. Chapel Allerton. Sat 1 Sept: Annual exhibition at Chapel Allerton Arts Festival, 10am – 5pm. 11 Sept: Paint along watercolour landscape with Mike Dobson; 25 Sept: Practical Workshop with Pam McFetridge.

COFFEE MORNINGS, FAIRS & MARKETS Chapel Allerton Allotments & Gardens Association Autumn Show Sat 8 Sept, 3 – 4pm at Methodist Centre, Town St. Competition classes of flowers, vegetables, home produce, & beekeeping.

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planting, nature quizzes & walks. New members welcome. Details: Debs 07943 277867, Anne 07530 040349 or Facebook

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

Details: www.oakwoodfarmersmarket. com

Leeds & Harrogate Social Club weekly Tuesday club nights in Foley’s Bar (corner of Headrow & East Parade), 8.30pm on the balcony. Full calendar of events – theatre, walks, badminton, films, meals, bookgroups, weekends away. Details: enquiries@leedsivc.org.uk

GROUPS/CLUBS Amnesty Leeds Letter Writing Group meets every 4th Tues. Lovely, relaxed meeting of friends fighting injustice & making a difference + tea and cakes!

Details: 269 7068, johnhales24@yahoo. com

Chapel Allerton In Bloom was created with the aim of improving green spaces in the area. Volunteer run, it has already created a number of improvements, incl a community orchard & vegetable beds.

A further 21 fruit trees will be planted on 21 Oct. New members welcome. Details: Chapelallertoninbloom@gmail.com

Friends of Chapel Allerton War Memorial have come together to improve & maintain the memorial & immediate environment & to provide a special Remembrance Week for the 100th Anniversary of the end of WWI. They would welcome your support & involvement - especially serving/ex Services. Details: Jenny 269 7211, Damian 07913 652676

Feed Leeds Food Growers Network Potting Shed Drinks every 3rd Thurs, 8pm upstairs at Further North, Chapel Allerton. All welcome. Main meetings vary. Details: Tom Bliss 269 1761, www. feedleeds.org

Friends of Roundhay Park organises regular volunteer working parties to help with maintenance of this beautiful park on 2nd Sat & 4th Thurs each month.

Members can enjoy a variety of outdoor work & meet new friends. Details: secretary@forp.org, www.forp.org Friends of Wigton Moor Woods meet monthly at Wigton Moor UR Church Hall, High Ash Dr. Varied programme of activity days with litter picks, tree & bulb

Leeds Horticultural Society meets 6 times a year, 8pm St Chad’s Centre, Far Headingley. 4 Sept: Autumn Show with a demonstration by Gordon Kirby. 2 Oct: Peter Williams - Unnatural gardening.

6 Nov: Don Witton - Once seen never forgotten. Membership £10pa/ couple £15. All welcome. Details: Pat 225 0030, Viv 267 3880 Leeds Hospital Alert Small group campaigning for preservation of NHS. Next meetings (12 Sept, 9 Oct) at Muir Court, St Michael’s Rd. LS6. Details: 278 5495, info@leedshospitalalert.org.uk

Sunday Birdwatchers Sun 16 Sept Visit to RSPB Blacktoft Sands & Waters Edge. £13. Future trips to Spurn Point & Martin Mere Details & to book: Keith 07757 302521/ Steve 257 1184.

MUSIC Cantabile Chamber Choir Small, friendly chamber choir in Chapel Allerton. Broad repertoire & regular performances. Rehearse Mon 7.30 – 9.30pm in Chapel Allerton Methodist Church. Enquiries from new singers welcome (especially tenors). Details: info@cantabile-choir-leeds.org.uk Chapeltown Community Djembe Drum Circle – creating an opportunity for the community to get together & promote cultural dialogue through music & the arts. Meets weekly on Thurs (6.15pm beginners; 7.30pm adv/ intermediate) currently at 49 Nassau Pl. Chapeltown. Led by djembe enthusiast Diego & guest teachers. £3/£4. Details: https://m.facebook.com/chapeltown communitydjembedrumcircle/

Leeds Photographic Society meets Tues, 7.30pm at St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Pk Rd, LS8 1JN. New members welcome. Details: www.lps1852.co.uk

North Leeds Speakers Club meets 2nd & 4th Mon, 7.30pm at Town Street Tavern, Town St. Horsforth. Helping people improve their public speaking skills, boost their self-confidence & have fun.

Details: Pauline 269 3542 Rotary Club of Roundhay meets most Mondays, 7.30pm at Sandmoor Golf Club, Alwoodley Ln, LS17 7DJ (except bank holidays & special occasions). Although membership is, ultimately, by invitation, anyone interested in joining should contact the Secretary on 0113 266 6203.

Details: www.roundhayrotaryclub.co.uk

Shadwell Horticultural Society meet 2nd Thurs, 7.30pm in Methodist Church, Main St. LS17 8JF for interesting talks on gardening topics. Details: Teresa 268 8231

CoMA Leeds Interested in playing contemporary music? Friendly, enthusiastic ensemble is looking for musicians of all abilities to take part in a London event in Sept 2018. Monthly rehearsals at Harehills Lane Baptist Church LS8 4HE. Details: phone/text 07742 196622 Come & Sing Brahms A German Requiem at St Matthew’s Church, Chapel Allerton. Workshop Sat 29 Sept/ concert Sun 30 Sept, 6.30pm. Applications close Mon 10 Sept. Details: www. stmatthewsorchestra.com/come-andsing/ Divine Divas of Jazz Fri 14 Sept, 7pm at Crag House Farm, Otley Old Rd. Cookridge, LS16 7NH. The Emma Sargison combo, plus 3 course Italian meal in conjunction with Salvo’s restaurant. Charity event. £30. Details & to book: 230 3618, www.craghousefarm. com/events

Friday Night Live Fri 31 Aug, 7pm at Crag House Farm, Otley Old Rd. Cookridge, LS16 7NH. Fine dining & live music

by Marcus Thompson with acoustic renditions of upbeat songs. Details & to book: 230 3618, www.craghousefarm. com/events Leeds Folk Fiddle Group Rehearses Thurs 7pm at Yorkshire College of Music & Drama, LS2 9BN. Ffriendly group of folk musicians with broad repertoire & regular performances. Suitable for classically trained players of all ages above Grade 4 standard. Enquiries from new violinists & other instruments welcome. Please arrange informal audition to join. Details: leeds.violin@ gmail.com

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

Don’t Act Your Age a social improvisation group for the over 50s, meets Tues 10.45am – 12.45pm at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton. No experience necessary. £6 per session. Details: Ron 266 7722 Volunteer with Older People Moor Allerton Elderly Care (MAECare) works with older people in LS17, helping to reduce social isolation & improve quality of life. They need volunteers (aged 16+) to help with friendly visits, offer help at groups & activities or provide occasional lifts. Expenses (incl mileage or fares) are offered. Details: 266 0371, info@maecare. org.uk, www.maecare.org.uk

safety & control of your animals. BSL interpreter attending. Details: 250 2208, roslynelsmith@aol.com

SUPPORT Aphasia Leeds A friendly, welcoming group for people with Aphasia following stroke or head injury. Drop in to Pudsey Wellbeing Centre, Robin Lane, 1st & 3rd Thurs each month, 1 - 3pm. Details: aphasialeedsuk@gmail.com Leeds Coeliac Group Sat 15 Sept, 6.30pm. Authentic French gluten-free meal at Côte Brasserie, in Trinity Leeds, Albion St, LS1 5AY. Details & to book: Sue Johnson 266 5010 TALKS

Leeds Youth Opera Singing & drama for 12 - 25 years. Rehearse Sat am in central Leeds for shows in Feb & July. Junior LYO (8-12) meet Sat 3 - 4.30pm. Details www. leedsyouthopera.org

Leeds Guild of Singers Confident sight-reader? Like to sing renaissance & contemporary music in a small friendly choir? New members in all voice groups welcome, especially tenors & basses. Rehearsals Tues 7.30 – 9.30pm at Leeds University. Details: secretary@ leedsguildofsingers.org.uk

Leeds People’s Choir meets Wed, 7.30 9pm, at Swarthmore Centre, Woodhouse Sq. Singing songs of joy, peace, struggle, liberation from around the world. Open to anyone who enjoys singing. Details: Ruth Bell 07984 352157, sruthbell@gmail. com, www.leedspeopleschoir.co.uk SENIORS Chair Yoga Tues, 12 noon at Lidgett Ln Community Centre. Gentle chair-based approach to yoga, aimed at older people & suitable for all abilities. First session free!. £4. Details: Andrew or Roisin 887 3595

Chapel Allerton Town St Lunch Club Tues 12.15 – 1.45pm in the Methodist Centre. Hot Meal £4.50 friendship & chat. Transport can be provided.

Volunteers welcome. Details: Vivienne

Roundhay Tea & Chat Club meets Tues afternoons, just off Street Lane. Varied programme of speakers, music, meals out & theatre, but mainly opportunity to socialise & make new friends, Current membership age 70 - 96. Details: Carole 07808 030 702

Leeds Philosophical & Literary Society

RVS Chapel Allerton Good Neighbours for over 60s in Chapel Allerton. Friendly trips, events & clubs, incl. model making (Tues 3pm, 45 Potternewton Ln), Games Group (Wed 2pm, Chapel Allerton Methodist Centre), Singing (2nd & 4th Mon, 1am Inkwell), monthly meeting with entertainment (1st Tues 2pm Methodist Centre). Details: Stephanie or Dan, 887 3596/ 07876 745627

Making a Difference: Voluntary Adult Education in Yorkshire (1790-1945) Wed 12 Sept, 1 - 2.pm, in Room 700 Leeds Central Library. Researcher Pushpa Kumbhat explores the history of education in Britain 1790 – 1945 with emphasis on the achievements of voluntary adult education organisations in Yorkshire, such as WEA & Cooperative societies. Free & open to all.

The Tea Cosy+ Dementia Café.

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Specifically for people with dementia & their carers. Open 1st Wed each 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.

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