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Dear Readers, Well this year has been quite a rollercoaster and we have been distracted with financial crisis and uproar in the European Union. But Christmas has crept up on us and gives us all a chance to draw breath and get into the Christmas spirit – have fun, celebrate family and friends, and share a little with the many who may be bumping along the bottom right now.

This month we invite you to ‘Put a Local Author in Your Stocking’! Leeds Writers seem to have been coming out of the woodwork recently and what better time to acquaint a few more people with their work? We also had a word with a few great little eateries around our area and asked them for a recipe that could be part of an alternative festive meal (in case you get sick of turkey and Christmas pudding!).

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We are also delighted to welcome the beautifully renovated City Varieties Theatre back to the Leeds entertainment scene and to flag up Big Society! A Music Hall Comedy starring Phill Jupitus and Chumbawamba. Northern Ballet launches its ‘Sponsor a Dancer’ scheme; Otley Victorian Fayre promises a bigger and better-than-ever event; and Hope Pastures suggests adopting a pony for Christmas.

Do send us your New Year news for our January edition (deadline 1st Dec). The focus, of course, will be fitness!

Wishing all our readers and advertisers a very Merry Christmas and excellent New Year.

Kind regards

Carole, Jack and the team

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Otley Victorian Fayre – The Biggest Yet!

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The 26th Otley Victorian Christmas Fayre is almost here! Another wonderful day is planned for Sunday 11th December, 12 noon – 6pm.

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This will be largest Fayre in its history, with many old favourites and some great new attractions. Once again the Market Place will be the centre of activities for the younger children. Five local schools will be singing on the stage, as well as some adult choirs.

Children will be able to see, pet and have their photographs taken with two beautiful reindeer, as well as enjoying a traditional Punch and Judy show and children’s rides.

A variety of stalls on Kirkgate, Boroughgate, in the Black Horse Stable yard and Bay Horse Court provide an opportunity to buy beautiful Christmas gifts and support local

The Otley Victorian Christmas Fayre programme is on sale at over 30 local shops. It features a map showing where you will find everything, as well as a timetable for the stage events. And, this year there is an opportunity to win £200 just in time for Christmas!

If you are travelling by car look out for the extra car park signs. There will be plenty of room on the old Ashfield works on Westgate, Sinclair/Craftsman Tools off Pool Road, and the old cattle Market by the bridge on Billam’s Hill. All will be lit and manned by stewards.

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NEWS FROM YOUR COUNCILLORS Councillor Clive Fox Adel & Wharfedale Ward

The council cutbacks continue with almost daily announcements that something else is being reduced or, to use council-speak, ‘restructured’.

Even so, there are still indications that the dour financial message hasn’t necessarily reached all the farthest flung outposts of the city council’s empire.

A report reaches councillors informing them that one department at least is actually intent on spending more money. Someone, somewhere clearly hasn’t got the message.

It appears that officers want to increase the operating hours at half a dozen Household Waste Sites (HWS) located in, to echo Neville Chamberlain, far-

away parts of Leeds like Ellar Ghyll and Holmewell Road, operated by people of whom we know nothing. These sites are now to open an hour earlier at 8am all the year round, as well as an extra hour in the evening from April-October.

Not only that, but the report assures us that the restructuring proposals will ‘improve the customer experience’ though evidently that doesn’t necessarily stretch to coffee and biscuits being made freely available to visitors.

How could any department of the council even think about operating longer hours in the present climate?

Well here’s the thing, currently some 59% of waste actually dropped off at these sites by residents is recycled and if the council can get that figure up to 69% they reckon that the savings in landfill tax alone will mean the cost

of the longer hours and restructuring will be more than covered.

The key to much of this, we are told, is the staff working ‘four over three’ which, despite sounding somewhat crowded, actually means staff working four days on and three days off to provide seven day working. Add to that a new splendidly titled logistics officer, knock out a few surplus vehicles and there you have it - something that pays for itself.

But you need to play your part by reviving the old war time spirit and getting on with more recycling. Get on down to your nearest HWS with your old pots and pans, the Acme ringer, surplus furniture, stirrup pumps, old tea chests and the like. Better leave the church railings and sign posts alone though.

A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR OF HORSFORTH TOWN COUNCIL Jude Arbuckle Chair

December starts with a visit by Father Christmas to The Green on Saturday 3rd December at 3.30pm. The Christmas tree lights will be switched on, children’s choirs will sing carols, accompanied by the Horsforth Leeds City Band, and Santa is sure to have extra treats to hand out.

Despite the cutbacks, the Town council is pleased to say that Christmas will be celebrated in Horsforth! The Council

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hopes that the business community will join in the spirit of the festive season and decorate their premises with colourful and creative displays.

The Town Council is also busy looking to the future, following up on the garden outside the Old Library, and increasing the number of editions of Horsforth Matters to four a year. This will help the Council achieve Quality Council Status where we can ask to have extra funding and responsibilities to help the people of Horsforth look after more of their services.

As you provide Council funding through the Precept, it is important that this

money is used efficiently to enhance the quality of life of all residents.

The Finance and General Purposes Committee meets five times a year and deals with the day to day transactions of the Council, to ensure the safe and stable outcome of all Council business.

Once each committee works out the amount of money it needs for the following year, the Finance Committee calculates the total of these budgets.

It is from this total amount that next year’s Precept is decided.

The Town Council wishes everyone a Happy, Peaceful and Festive Christmas.

Dr Barrie Hopson, Chairman

ADEL ASSOCIATION David Wilson Homes are communicating directly with us now and are constructively dealing with our concerns over the Holt Avenue development of 46 homes. They have accepted many of our suggestions regarding layout and design. At our last meeting residents brought up a number of additional points, all of which have been passed on.

Following a presentation from West Yorkshire Trading Standards, we agreed to pursue a policy of developing Cold Calling Zones in Adel. The first will be in the Holt Avenue area, followed by the East Causeway/Stairfoot area. We will be looking for volunteers to help roll these out across Adel to ensure an end to the nuisance and bullying that can accompany cold calling.

Following various national and local meetings on the new Localism Bill, it was agreed to form a Neighbourhood Forum that would produce its own development plan for Adel.

This will be put to all residents. If there is a majority vote in favour, the Council will have to accept our views. We need to emphasize which developments we want and which we don’t want. We are currently looking for volunteers to work on this. If you want to have a say in what needs to be done in our community, please offer your time and expertise. We are looking for a small group of no more than 10 people.

Amanda Schonfeld outlined her plans for getting funding to create a pathway along Sir George Martin Drive to enable parents to safely get their children to school. The Adel Association voted to be the body that would facilitate this development.

After a nightmare period when our website disappeared, Chris Cunliffe now has a new site up and running and Barry Cook is working hard at repopulating this. Please send any community notices to him at barry.cook@adel-leeds.co.uk

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Round Table’s Santa will be Out and About Every year the members of Bramhope Round Table tour the area with Santa in his Christmas Float to raise money for a good cause. This year they are supporting Hannah House in Rothwell, a ‘home from home’ facility providing planned or emergency short-break care for children with complex health needs.

BLACK, WHITE AND BLING! A fun charity event in aid of Save Babies Through Screening

During the run up to Christmas, Bramhope Round Table will be knocking on doors in the Adel, Cookridge, West Park and Bramhope areas and requesting residents to give generously. Last year they provided much needed support to Candlelighters.

Each club organises its own community events. These range from carnivals to bonfires or fun runs. Round Table provides an opportunity for members to get involved in local activities and put something back into the community.

Getting involved is easy, and could be one of the most rewarding things you ever do. If you are interested, they meet alternate Tuesday evenings in North Leeds. For more information, contact info@bramhope844.co.uk

CAN YOU HELP? The Women’s Sector, which runs an emergency hostel for homeless women and teenagers and those escaping domestic violence, has launched a Christmas appeal.

They are asking for donations of food in the run up to Christmas, together with winter hats, gloves, scarves and toiletries that would make nice little gifts. They would also like writing pads, envelopes and pens, so the women can write to family and friends. Items that could be used as raffle prizes would also be appreciated, so they can raise enough money to cover Christmas expenses.

Please drop donations off at Oakdale House, between 396 & 398 Meanwood Rd. LS7 2LP, or call Rose on 0113 274 3858 to arrange for pick up.

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The Leeds- based charity ‘Save Babies Through Screening Foundation UK’ is hosting a Ladies Christmas Charity Event on Saturday 10th December at LA Fitness, Yeadon from 7pm.

You are encouraged to dress up in your best Black, White and Bling for this special occasion, which includes a fashion show, pamper stalls, various Christmas craft and gift stalls and, of course, a brilliant raffle.

Save Babies UK is a registered charity raising money for research into rare diseases in babies and young children.

It is also encouraging the Government to extend the UK newborn screening programme. If rare diseases are detected at birth, then immediate treatment can be offered to prevent severe disability or death. The UK is lagging behind many other countries in terms of the number of diseases we screen for at birth.

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An Audience with Alfred Wainwright

Over the last two years, John has presented this talk to over 20 groups and organisations across the North of England and in the process has raised many thousands of pounds for various charities.

Just over two years ago John Burland, founder of The Wainwright Society, was asked by Ilkley Literature Festival to present an evening about Alfred Wainwright, the famous Lake District guidebook writer.

He is now looking for bookings for 2012 and would be keen to hear from any groups who may be interested in meeting ‘Arthur Wainwright’.

For more information contact John on 07725434036, email aneveningwith@wainwright.org.uk, or visit www.wainwright.org.uk

John spent three months writing an hour long, illustrated presentation in which he takes on the role of Arthur Wainwright and talks about his life – from his humble beginnings in Blackburn through to the writing of the wonderful pictorial guides that have now sold in excess of two million copies. The presentation ends with Wainwright’s death in 1991 and the formation 11 years later of the society that now bears his name.

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German Christmas Market Returns to Millennium Square Christkindelmarkt, the German market, is once again in full swing in Millennium Square, and will run until Sunday 18th December.

Over 40 wooden chalet stalls from Frankfurt are offering seasonal gift ideas, decorations and handcrafted toys, specialty food, drink and traditional German delicacies, plus themed entertainment and family funfair rides.

For more information visit www.leeds.gov.uk/christmasmarket

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Over 5,000 votes were cast, naming 100 people – and Greg Mulholland MP was named in the top 40.

“I am delighted to have been voted one of CAMRA’s top 40 campaigners”, said Greg. “It is fantastic to have the work that I and the Save the Pub Group have done over the past few years recognised in this way. It is particularly pleasing to be have been voted for by CAMRA membership – a big thank you to everyone who nominated and voted for me.”

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Keeping a gardening diary will help you keep track of

what you have planted and when, which species did well and which failed sowing and planting dates. Note down flowering periods and other comments like this – they will all help you keep your garden in use year round.

Now’s the time, when three pairs of leaves have developed, to pinch out autumn sown sweet peas. Take cuttings of perpetual flowering carnations under glass and root in a propagating unit with bottom heat. Keep checking chrysanthemum stools and dahlia tubers for any sign of rot or disease. Lift rhubarb crowns and chicory for forcing. Protect hostas and winter and Spring bedding plants by scattering slug pellets.

Sow broad beans now if growing in mild areas, or under cloches in colder areas. Harvest Brussels sprouts, winter cabbage etc. and prune gooseberry and red currants if not already done. Inspect stored fruit, ripen pears at room temperature or add a banana to the bowl.

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THE PERFECT PRESENT FOR ANIMAL LOVERS! Hope Pastures was set up in 1974 to rescue abused horses and donkeys. Along with providing a lovely environment where young people can learn about caring for horses in a natural setting, the sanctuary also runs an adoption scheme.

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In the run up to winter, when food and bedding bills are the highest, Hope Pastures needs to increase the number of adoptions to raise much needed funds. The horses and donkeys can be adopted from just £12.50 a year and for this donation supporters will help to feed and look after these animals, safe in the knowledge that none of this money is spent on admin, 100% goes towards the animals’ care.

For each adoption the recipient will receive an adoption certificate, a photograph of their chosen horse or donkey, a history of the animal and the chance to visit 365 days a year. This could be the ideal Christmas or birthday present for animal lovers.

Hope Pastures also runs ‘Pony Days’, where children can spend a day at the sanctuary caring for the ponies during school holidays – gift vouchers are now available.

Adoptions can be completed online at www.hopepastures. org, by dropping in to the sanctuary on Weetwood Lane, or by calling 0113 261 4344.

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THE TAX MAN COMETH…… more important than ever to keep good records that can withstand the dread of an inspection.

Soon the Christmas haze of excitement will fade….. to be replaced with worries that you ate too much, spent too much and STILL haven’t done your tax return!

Bookkeeping is a growing profession and as a result, when choosing your bookkeeper, you need to know that they are:

While they can’t help with the healthy eating or the credit card bill, there is a growing band of people who can quickly and effectively deal with the dreaded Self Assessment issue – Bookkeepers.

Bookkeepers can offer sole traders and small companies a cost effective alternative to battling through financial management themselves, or going to the expense of engaging an accountant. Bookkeepers with the correct qualifications can not only undertake self assessment, but also payroll, VAT returns, general record keeping, cash flow forecasts, final accounts for sole traders and draft accounts for limited companies, partnerships, clubs and societies.

With an hourly rate of between £20 and £30, a qualified bookkeeper can save you hundreds of pounds on your accountant’s bill – or, in the case of the sole trader, replace them entirely.

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Bookkeepers can work for a few hours a week or month, a quarter or even a year, to keep you on top of your business finances. They can work from your premises or from their own, on your choice of software or theirs.

They can set you up with workable systems and procedures to cut down your workload and enable you to sleep just a little better at night as a result. And with HMRC clamping down increasingly on small businesses, it’s

is a significant deterrent – so light up the areas that you are most likely to be using.

Timer switches are a great way of turning on one or more lights when you are not in. As daylight hours decrease, reset the timers to activate earlier in the day. In mid winter, houses with someone at home often have lights on in the early afternoon, so set your timers accordingly. It is also important to vary both the time of day that your lights come on, and the room you choose to illuminate, as this will make the lighting seem more realistic.

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One of the most remarkable bird events of the last ten years is the increase in the numbers of buzzards as a result of range expansion. Once mainly confined to western Britain, they have spread eastwards into almost every county and can be regularly seen throughout Yorkshire.

Not only does the buzzard breed on cliffs and in forests in the uplands, but increasingly in lowland woods with ready access to open farmland or marshes. Birds can be seen for example in Wharfedale and Washburndale and as close to Leeds as Harewood, where they co-exist with the larger red kites.

Buzzards are a medium-sized, broadwinged, rather compact bird of prey, rich brown in colour. They are often seen soaring in wavering, rising circles, their wings held level or in a shallow V. Another characteristic sight is a bird perched on a fence post or telegraph pole watching for prey.

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FESTIVE FOOD We all look forward to Christmas and all that lovely, traditional food. It’s a time to celebrate, wallow in nostalgia, reminisce, and EAT! Lovely as turkey and Christmas pudding is, don’t you sometimes just long for something a little different?

We asked a few great little eateries around North Leeds for their take on festive food with a twist and they were kind enough to supply us with some interesting recipes.

Thai Sabai Apparently the words ‘Thai Sabai’ actually mean ‘a place to relax’ and that’s just what this little Thai restaurant on North Lane, Headingley is. The food, cooked by awardwinning chef Juree Barrett, is absolutely delicious and surprisingly reasonably priced. There is an extensive menu with lots of vegetarian options. They also cater for gluten free diets. Their suggestion to spice up your Christmas is this wonderful, spicy soup starter.

Tom Yum Gung Thai Hot and Sour Soup with Prawns 250g raw, headless, shell on prawns 26/30 size, peel off the shell but leave the tail on for presentation score along the back and remove the dark vein 100g button mushrooms quartered 1 bunch spring onion chopped 1 tomato cut into eight segments 4 sprigs coriander remove large stems and rough chop 1 litre fish stock 1 stick lemon grass chopped into large pieces 4 slices galangal root sliced thinly 2 kaffir lime leaves 2 tblsp fish sauce 2 tblsp fresh lime juice 1 tsp white sugar 1 tsp tom yum paste 2 small Thai chilli sliced very thinly 20 December 2011 | northleedslife.co.uk

Ingredients available at most Chinese supermarkets Put the fish stock in a pan and add the lemon grass, lime leaves, galangal, fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, tom yum paste and half the chilli. Bring to the boil and cook for 1 minute.

Turn off the heat and taste – if too spicy or sour add a little sugar, if too mild add chilli, add a pinch of salt or a little fish sauce if desired. Remove the galangal, lime leaves and lemon grass (optional).

Bring back to the boil and add the prawns, mushrooms, spring onion, tomato and half of the coriander. Cook for 45 seconds to a minute and share into bowls. Sprinkle with the remaining coriander and serve immediately to prevent the prawns overcooking.

For a vegetarian version (Tom Yum Hed) replace the prawns with a selection of mushrooms and the fish stock with vegetable stock.

Serves four.

Thai Sabai, North Lane, Headingley. Open seven days a week, 5.30 – 10.30pm.

0113 275 8613, www.thaisabaileeds.co.uk

The Cheerful Chilli A drive out over The Chevin will bring you to The Cheerful Chilli, a haven for vegetarian food and fabulous tea time treats. The Tea Room is open Saturday (11am – 4pm) and Sunday (11am – 5pm) and, as well as lovely lunches, there are fabulous desserts and puddings, including blueberry cheesecake, chocolate and beetroot fudge cake, pistachio and rosewater cake and bread and butter pudding. The restaurant (Tuesday – Saturday from 6.30pm) serves up exciting dishes from around the world, like Spanakopita, Chimichanga, Tacos, blue cheese burgers and aubergine Involtini.

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Beetroot and Stilton Tart 450g shortcrust pastry 4 medium beetroot 150g matured blue stilton 75g cooked diced potatoes 50g caramelised red onions balsamic vinegar salt and pepper 75g mature cheddar cheese 2 eggs

Wells Café and Bistro Tucked away on Wells Road in the centre of Ilkley is Wells Cafe and Bistro and, small as it may be, it’s well worth seeking out. Run by Richard Horne (previously Monkman’s, The Box Tree and Devonshire Arms Brasserie) The Wells Café serves up great coffee and lovely lunches from Tuesday – Thursday 10:30am to 3pm, Friday 10:30 to 2:30pm, and Saturday 11am – 3pm.

Wells Bistro is open from 6pm on Friday and Saturday with two sittings and serving up delights like lemon and thyme marinated roast poussin, herb crusted local trout fillet with warm plum tomato, potato and olive salad, and wild mushroom, spinach and stilton crepe with hollandaise sauce.

For seafood lovers, the last Friday of the month is Fish Night.

Add two tablespoons of balsamic vinegar and stir in.

Cut stilton into small cubes and stir into mixture. Season to taste.

Roll out shortcrust pastry and cut into 5.5inch diameter circles and fill six five inch tart cases. Blind bake pastry for 10 to 15 minutes at 180C. Fill cases with mixture and top with cheddar cheese, return to oven and bake until cheese has browned.

Serve with salad and chutney

Peel the beetroot and par boil for 25 minutes until softened, dice and place in a mixing bowl, mash with a potato masher. Whisk the two eggs and add to beetroot along with potatoes and caramelised onions.

The Cheerful Chilli Restaurant, East Chevin Road, Otley. 01943 466 567 or www.thecheerfulchilli.co.uk

Cumin Duck Breast & Thai Butternut Squash Curry

Trim Duck breast, score fat, dust with cumin and set aside.

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Squash Curry: Dice onion and sauté with chopped garlic and ginger until soft. Cube butternut squash and add onions. Add Thai curry paste and coconut milk. Simmer until squash is cooked.

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Makes six.

Meanwhile, seal duck breasts in a frying pan, then put them in an oven at 160C for about 10 minutes. Allow to rest for a few minutes before serving.

When the curry is ready, add the finely sliced red and yellow pepper, the fish sauce, then throw in the chopped bunch of coriander reserving a little for decoration.

Wells Cafe and Bistro, 7 Wells Road, Ilkley LS29 9JB 01943 601793, www.wellsbistro.co.uk

The Sunshine Bakery When you have the National Cupcake Champion in your area, it would simply be rude not to ask them for a festive cupcake, and David Bennett of The Sunshine Bakery in Chapel Allerton has come up with a doozy! David, a former chef with Marco Pierre-White, opened the bakery just two years ago and has been thrilling people with his fabulous cupcakes, truffles, flavoured breads, sandwiches and fresh soups.

The Sunshine Bakery is open 10am – 6pm Tuesday – Saturday. Its Supper Club runs Thursday – Saturday, offering delicious French cuisine for just £15 for two courses (bring your own wine).

Sunshine Bakery, 182 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton LS7.

0113 268 0656 www.sunshinebakeryleeds.co.uk

Drambuie, Cinnamon and Orange Cupcake 9 eggs 250g caster sugar 400g ground almonds 200g plain flour A pinch of bicarbonate of soda 400ml puréed orange Big pinch of cinnamon 200ml double cream Topping: Put 250g Mascarpone, 250ml double cream,

Method Cake: Whisk eggs and sugar until thick. Fold in rest of ingredients and bake at 180C for about 20 minutes.

Topping: whisk ingredients together until thick. Pipe on top of cupcake and crown with a truffle of your choice (great selection available at the bakery!).

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CAROLS FOR A CHORAL FUTURE

Gala Christmas Carol Concert features a choir of 200 singing to secure the future of a choral tradition that has been at the heart of Leeds for nearly 200 years The Friends of the Music of Leeds Parish Church present a Gala Christmas Carol Concert, in aid of the Church’s Choral Foundation Appeal, at Leeds Parish Church at 7pm on Wednesday 14th December. A massed choir of 200 and Rothwell Temperance Band aim to raise the roof with the magical melodies of your favourite Christmas Carols.

“Carols for a Choral Future has a very special place in my heart – involving as it does the cream of Leeds’ choral talent and the men and women of the Rothwell Temperance”, said Dr Simon Lindley, Master of the Music at Leeds Parish Church. “Our boy choristers give readings and presentations and David Houlder presides with his customary consummate brilliance at the mighty Parish Church Organ – one of the finest in Europe. I have been conducting Christmas Concerts at the Parish Church for over thirty years, and the singing of our wonderful audience at Carols for a Choral Future is, simply, awesome!”

This unique concert, now in its seventh year, has become as integral to the Advent calendar at Leeds Parish Church as Christmas itself. It is an excellent opportunity for all the family to hear exquisite singing from the combined choirs, as well as joining in with all your favourites.

Tickets (£5) are available from: Ann Chadwick, Newlaithes Manor, Newlaithes Road, Horsforth LS18 4LG. (0113) 258 8446 and the City Box Office at The Carriageworks, Millennium Square (0113) 224 3801.

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A Beauty of a Ballet

LIDOS DO CINDERELLA AT THE CARRIAGEWORKS Following the success of Jack and The Beanstalk last year, local amateur theatre group LIDOS return to The Carriageworks in January with Cinderella, the magical fairy tale Pantomime.

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“I wanted to create a family show which would be equally popular with both children and adults”, said David Nixon. “Beauty and the Beast is a classic fairytale of good versus evil, exploring the concept of beauty on the inside and the outside. This is not an adaptation of the Disney version – it is based on the original tale and will embrace the darker elements of the tale as well as the lighter moments.”

LIDOS won several awards at the Wharfedale Theatre Festival for their Pantomime last year, including Best Pantomime and Best Principle Boy.

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Choreographed by David Nixon, this new ballet is an exciting addition to the Company’s repertoire of family ballets. It rediscovers the enchanting and magical aspects of this traditional fairytale, exploring the values that lie at its heart – the battle between the forces of good and evil and power of true love.

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by David Nixon. The show will be accompanied by an infectious score from Saint-Säens, Bizet, Debussy and Glazunov, played by the Northern Ballet Sinfonia.

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Northern Ballet premiers its second new production of the year, Beauty and the Beast, at Leeds Grand Theatre from 17th – 31st December.

Local actor David Collins from Adel plays one of the ugly sisters. “This is a huge change from my previous role in last year’s Bad Girls the Musical” said Dave.”But it’s proving to be great fun and there’s lots of fun involved for everyone.”

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Nothing tells a story like a photograph and Leeds City Museum needs your family pictures from the 1970s!

These pictures will be put on display in the ‘family portraits’ section of the exhibition. They only want pictures taken in the 1970s and they must contain at least one person.

Do you remember the decade that taste forgot? When the world changed from black and white to colour?

From glam rock to punk rock, space hoppers to chopper bikes, Starsky and Hutch to Star Wars, the 1970s had it all. Now you can travel back to a time when high-waisted flares were fashionable, Leeds United were FA Cup winners, furniture was brown and prawn cocktail was the height of sophistication!

Please send any pictures of yourself or your family to: Silver 70s Family Portrait, Leeds City Museum, Cookridge Street, Leeds LS2 8BH. Or upload to www.flickr.com/groups/silver70s/

‘Silver 70s’ is an exhibition at Leeds City Museum which recreates a home of the 1970s and looks at the decade through its popular culture. From the music of the Bay City Rollers, to the Iron Lady’s assent to power, the 1970s was a decade of local and national highs and lows. The Queen celebrated her Silver Jubilee and the nation covered their walls in paisley wallpaper.

The Silver 70s exhibition opens on 27th January and runs until 22nd April 2012 at Leeds City Museum.

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Red Ladder Theatre Company presents the world premiere of:

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This will be the fourth collaboration between Red Ladder Theatre Company and the band. Previous shows written for the company by Boff Whalley include Sex and Docks and Rock ‘N’ Roll and Riot, Rebellion & Bloody Insurrection.

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of a music hall variety show. It’s 1910 and the cast is fighting for survival, threatened with shock/ horror disclosures by a corrupt and moralistic newspaper, ‘The Double Standard’. Trapped between an elitist, public-schooled government and a two-faced, mercenary press, the performers grapple to justify their existence and hold onto their jobs – that is, until Eve, escapologist and mistress to King Edward VII, decides to take things into her own hands.

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humbawamba’s career spans nearly three decades, during which they have played punk rock, pop-influenced music, world and folk music. Their vocal anarchist politics exhibit an irreverent attitude toward authority, and the band has been consistently forthright in their stance on the evolving social issues of the day. With Big Society! they recreate Edwardian music hall’s singalong defiance and disapproval of authority

Phill Jupitus is the longest-serving member of the Never Mind The Buzzcocks team and regular panellist on QI (BBC 2). He launched the BBC’s digital radio channel 6 Music in 2002 and was the host of 6 Music’s breakfast show until 2007.

He has recently performed as King Arthur in the UK tour of SPAMALOT, which finished its run earlier this month. Other acting credits include the role of Edna Turnblad in the West End production of Hairspray! and Nick Reed’s Lifecoach (Trafalgar Studios.) Phill also regularly appears on I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue (BBC Radio 4).

Red Ladder is acknowledged as one of Britain’s leading national touring companies, producing high quality theatre contributing to social change and global justice.

Tickets (£10 - £17) are available from the City Varieties Box Office on 0113 243 0808 or www.cityvarieties.co.uk.

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Tales from around the world with music and puppetry

Three shepherds, three kings and three ghostly spirits join forces to show there’s more to Christmas than what Ebenezer calls ‘humbug’, in the Theatre of the Dales’ upcoming production at HEART this month.

Musical ARC’s next show, which promises to captivate young and old alike, is a fabulous mix of music and puppetry. It will be staged at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton, at 7.15pm on Friday 16th December, and 2.30pm on Monday 19th December – this performance also includes a shadow puppet workshop.

In it, the old Wakefield comedy Mak the Sheep Stealer takes us into the legend of the crippled boy trying to reach Bethlehem - the storyline of the opera Amahl and the Night Visitors - and on to Scrooge in his counting house, about to see life in a whole new way in A Christmas Carol.

Dates are Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday 14th, 15th and 17th December (not Friday) at 7.30pm. This is a professional show of two hours, including interval. Tickets (£10/£8) are available from HEART in advance and on the door. For more information call HEART on 0113 275 4548, or Theatre of the Dales on 0113 274 0461.

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Musical ARC is a 15-strong collective of musicians, with and without disabilities, who come together to explore new ways of making music. It has been hitting the right notes for more than 20 years, giving people with disabilities the chance to learn and play music, with some playing specially-adapted instruments. The group meets at the West Park Centre every Monday and regularly stagesits own shows.Last year Musical ARC also performed at Leeds College of Music and Leeds City Museum and recently collaborated with composers, Leeds People’s Choir and Weetwood Primary School.

“Our members have a huge range of disabilities”, said coordinator Julia de los Rios. “But no disability is too great to stop someone from getting involved. Members say it’s what they look forward to in the week and it really builds their Tickets (£7/£4) are available from Seven Arts on 0113 262 6777. For more information, visit www.musicalarc.org.uk or call 0113 275 5614

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BEN’S ADVENTURES IN WINE MAKING CHARLOTTE’S CURTAIN CALL Ann Flint, who lives in Weetwood, published her first book this year .....30 years after she originally wrote it!

It began life as a bedtime story for her twin daughters who loved theatre and had appeared in numerous plays. They had exhausted all the theatrical children’s books and were complaining. “Don’t worry”, said Ann rather rashly, “I’ll write you one!”

And, so she did. It’s all about Charlotte, a sad, lonely girl who lives alone with her mother. She is friendless and bullied at school.

Then Lindsay arrives – she’s pretty, popular and, to Charlotte’s amazement, becomes her friend and protector. She persuades Charlotte to join the local Children’s Theatre classes and Charlotte becomes hooked.

It’s a lovely story of friendship, dreams and determination.

Definitely a story for those who like acting and animals and dream of having both.

Charlotte’s Curtain Call is available at Waterstones, Amazon and Philip Howard Books, Street Lane.

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Ben Hardy is a practicing lawyer living, working and brewing in Leeds, and this is the tale of his attempts to create delicious, interesting wines from unlikely ingredients.

He provides a set of instructions on how to, or how not to, make wine.

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You’ll learn quite a lot about Ben as you read about bottles that explode with alarming regularity, flavours never to be tried again, and journeys into the countryside armed with plastic bags and willing helpers. It’s warm, funny and leaves you wanting more.

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Coming out shortly are two wonderful new publications.

Building a Great Victorian City: Leeds Architects and Architecture 1790-1914, is the story of Leeds and its architecture in the 120 years before the First World War. It’s a celebration of the outstanding buildings that have given Leeds its unique character. The book presents the remarkable development, industrial growth on a heroic scale and a stunning array of new buildings, sufficiently grand to reflect the city’s achievements as well as its aspirations.

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“Like many budding authors I found out quickly that literary agents were not quite as enthusiastic about my work as I was”, Chris told us.

“Although a couple did express some interest in my books and were kind enough to provide helpful advice and comments, it was clear that they felt my books just weren’t sufficiently commercial for them to take on. In the end I decided to publish myself, and after looking at several options I discovered that Amazon had developed a way for writers to publish their work as an e-book for the Kindle.”

The other is a book on the Leeds Waterfront, part of the Walkabout Series, which began in 2007 with Briggate: Yards and Arcades. It can be enjoyed as an account of the waterfront, past and present, or as an excellent guide to waterfront walks.

One of Leeds Civic Trust’s major aims is the encouragement of high standards of design, architecture and town planning. But it also exists to stimulate public interest in and care for the beauty, history and character of the city. It organises visits to major new buildings throughout the year, hosts a series of lunchtime talks on the history of Leeds, and in summer there is a programme of guided walks exploring the history of the city, followed by a buffet supper.

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All Chris’s books – Mandeville: A Novel of the War of the Roses; G – Loyalty Binds Me: A Novel of King Richard III; and Johanna – are now available from Amazon. Has he made a fortune? “Not quite, but sales are rising steadily and I have learned a great deal about how to promote my books online.

Publishing e-books is quick, easy and cheaper than traditional selfpublishing - finally I’m in control of my own destiny as a writer.”

Having completed the journey of self publishing, Chris now offers a service to other local authors who find themselves in the same position and who would like some help with the technical aspects of an e-book project. For more information, contact Chris at chris@cjrconsulting.co.uk or visit www.cjrconsulting.co.uk

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THE LEEDS 6 TRILOGY BY JOHN LAKE

HOW LEEDS CHANGED THE WORLD By turns fascinating and mind boggling, Mick McCann’s encyclopaedia of Leeds is “a compendium of remarkable facts about Leeds”. Obviously a labour of love and exhaustively researched, the book is a fanatical celebration of our fair city and presents us with more obscure trivia than one could possibly hope for. It is also an intensely personal work, often revealing as much about the author as it does about the city it chronicles.

McCann expounds on subjects close to his heart such as the fortunes of Leeds United, his vested interest in the city’s music scene, regional accents and a wealth of other obsessions and preoccupations. Does he digress?

Does he ever! Many entries meander down tangential avenues until you’ve forgotten what the original point may have been and your head is spinning. This is more an observation than a criticism, McCann writes with wit and verve and his passion for his subject is palpable.

“Hot Knife contained everything I knew about Leeds 6, where I’d lived up to the mid-1990s”, said John at the recent launch party at LS6 Cafe. “I wanted to paint a picture of a much larger community, but on the advice of the agent I had at the time, a whole sub-plot was pulled out, it got stripped down to a grubby crime tale in a socialrealist setting and vernacular, and it worked!

“After it came out, I had a meeting with a film company, but because they had Russian backing, they wanted a story with parts for Russian actors.

I played around with recasting the story but soon realised I was writing a different book.

I turned this into a sequel, Blowback, with a set of Ukrainian characters.”

Eveleigh Bradford’s columns in our Headingley, Meanwood, Weetwood and West Park edition of North Leeds Life are among our most popular features. Every month there are fascinating details about an individual who made his mark on Leeds. Up to now she has focused on people who have lived in Headingley, but in future she will be casting her net wider and taking in the whole of Leeds.

Eveleigh’s fascinating history of the Headingley area, Headingley: This Pleasant Rural Village, is beautifully presented and full of interesting facts and people, period photographs and maps. It traces how Headingley grew in the 19C from a country village to a lively bustling centre.

Hot Knife and Blowback are available from Amazon, or they can be ordered through a bookshop.

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One such character, Hamed the Iraqi mercenary, became a favourite with readers of Hot Knife. He should’ve been included in Blowback, but the genesis of the book precluded that. However he will be back in the third book, and taking a leading role. Meanwhile, the other main characters continue to play their parts in the evolving story of the north Leeds community.

“What I want to say in these books is that the under-wolves of society have lives too”, said John. “Their stories can be as compelling as the middleclass stories of much mainstream fiction. I’d like them to be recognised as stories about the good and the bad, gritty crime novels, but with a human heart, and a few laughs and horrors along the way.”

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Blowback reunites the dodgy, foul-mouthed but likeable characters from the first book as they get mixed up in a plot that juggles stolen drugs, gun running and some nasty veterans of the Soviet-Afghan war. Drugs are everywhere behind the social life of the nation. Wars continue to break out, so military characters also feature throughout.

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Whether unearthing secret or forgotten history or singing the praises of overlooked local heroes, the wealth of information here is staggering. Occasionally tenuous, frequently daft but consistently enlightening, How Leeds Changed the World is a great book to dip in and out of, with each excursion into its pages guaranteed to yield another nugget of surprising info to reinforce one’s appreciation of the city we call home.

Pick up your copy (paperback £13, hardback £20) from North Leeds Life offices at 265a Otley Road, LS16 5LN.

November saw the release of the new book from Armley Press. Blowback, a thriller by John Lake, is a sequel to his 2008 book Hot Knife.

OTHER LOCAL BOOKS Also available from North Leeds Life’s office are Val Crompton’s History of Adel which is packed with photographs, sketches and interesting facts about Adel; and Film History and Mystery at Ellerby Lane by Mary Milner, which looks back at the making of the film ‘Brought to Justice’, made by the children at Ellerby Lane School in 1953.

ARTS & CULTURE

NORTHERN BALLET LAUNCHES ‘SPONSOR A DANCER’ CAMPAIGN

Northern Ballet recently announced a new fundraising campaign to help fill the gap left by the 15% cut to its core funding for 2012 to 2015, announced in government funding cuts in March this year, and to ensure that the Company can retain its full complement of 40 dancers. Without this extra funding, the Company stands to lose up to a quarter of its dancers over the coming year.

The Sponsor a Dancer campaign comes at the end of a highly successful year for Northern Ballet. February saw the world première of David Nixon’s Cleopatra at Leeds Grand Theatre. The production won widespread acclaim and went on to tour 11 theatres and make nearly £1.2m at the box office.

Martha Leebolt, who created the role of Cleopatra, won Outstanding Female Dancer (Classical) in the National Dance Awards 2010.

Northern Ballet is uniquely prolific, regularly creating new full-length ballets. Since 2001, Artistic Director David Nixon has added 12 new titles to the Company’s repertoire – more new work than any other British ballet company. In order to continue to create and perform this work, Northern Ballet needs to retain all its dancers.

The Sponsor a Dancer campaign invites you to sponsor a dancer of your choice. Sponsorship levels range from £30 – £10,000 per year and benefits include theatre seats, opportunities to see the dancer in rehearsal and meet them after performances, acknowledgement of support on the Northern Ballet website and invitations to special events.

The Monument Trust and Garfield Weston Foundation have already funded three dancers for two years.

They have been joined by James Hare Limited who is supporting one of the Company’s young apprentice dancers.

“We have had a very strong year artistically and our fundraising efforts have achieved a great deal, which reflects the belief in and passion for Northern Ballet”, said Mark Skipper, Northern Ballet’s Chief Executive.

“Nonetheless, we are actively seeking support and continue to be proactive in supplementing our funding. We encourage anyone who is interested in our Sponsor a Dancer campaign to contact us. Our dancers are our greatest asset.”

For full details visit www. northernballet.com/sponsoradancer or contact Jon Ingham, Director of Fundraising, on 0113 220 8000, jon.ingham@northernballet.com

SOUND & VISION We Need to Talk About Kevin is a powerful and deeply unsettling film which explores the age-old Nature versus Nurture debate in a disturbingly macabre context. Among the difficult and confounding ideas presented here are the complexities of the relationship between mothers and their sons and the uncomfortable notion that perhaps not all women are cut out for motherhood.

WE NEED TO TALK ABOUT KEVIN Directed by: Lynne Ramsay Starring: Tilda Swinton, John C. Reilly, Ezra Miller Cert: 15, 112 mins We are shown that, from the very start, Eva fails to form any kind of bond with her son.

Even during the pregnancy, her trepidation about becoming a parent is apparent and shot through with sorrow and even anger at having to relinquish a life of independence and freedom she has known and loved.

As a toddler, Kevin’s behavioral difficulties begin to take a sinister turn. Even in early childhood he exudes an air of malevolence. Eva’s attempts to establish a connection with her son are met with defiance and contempt, an affront made all the more galling by the developing bond between the boy and his father, in whose company Kevin is never anything but sweetness and light.

Lionel Shriver’s acclaimed 2003 bestselling novel has made it to the screen with a ringing endorsement from the author, masterful direction

by Lynne Ramsay and an intensely affecting, possibly career-defining performance from Tilda Swinton.

The film revolves around Eva (Swinton) a haunted and traumatized woman struggling to cope after her son (the Kevin of the title) has committed an atrocious act of violence.

The precise nature of Kevin’s crime is communicated through a slow reveal, piece by piece until its full horror is made known. It transpires Kevin has orchestrated a Columbine-style school massacre.

We follow Eva in the aftermath of the event and, through flashbacks, her desperate and agonizing attempts to make sense of what led to it. Her sense of guilt and responsibility is obviously crushing and the audience is as much at a loss as she as to whether Kevin is inherently evil or if some maternal misstep on her part resulted in the creation of a monster.

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Director, Ramsay handles the troubling subject matter with an assured touch and scrupulous attention to detail, which culminate in the film’s gut-wrenching impact. She has also elicited the very best from her cast, notably Swinton, whose portrayal of Eva is a grimly captivating study of an emotionally drained woman, a hollowed out shell of a person trapped in a prison of memory from which there seems no escape. This is undoubtedly Swinton’s film but she is aided by able support from the solid and reliable John C. Reilly as her husband and a chilling, unnerving performance from newcomer Ezra Miller as the teenage Kevin.

As befits the story, We Need to Talk About Kevin is a distinctly downbeat and heavy going affair, undeniably bleak but nonetheless implacably compelling. It may seem an unlikely one to recommend but a film as expertly made and with such lasting resonance is a rare thing and deserves to be seen and appreciated.

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GIG REVIEW:

CHANTEL MCGREGOR FIBBERS, YORK. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14TH 2011.

Trawling references to her on the web, I find I’m not the first to remark that this is simply not what one expects from a petite, cherubic blonde all of 24 years of age.

Having been stunned by McGregor’s guitar mastery, I looked forward to seeing her live. However, before setting out to her gig in York, I gave her debut album, Like No Other a listen and I must confess, I began to have my doubts.

Some of you may have read the piece about Chantel in last month’s magazine regarding her recently being named young British blues artist of the year. I should begin by addressing the prejudice (and some may say, sexism) in my initial assumptions about this gifted musician.

Upon hearing about Chantel and her impressive accolades, I instinctively presumed her to be a vocalist, perhaps also a pianist. What I wasn’t prepared for, as I settled down to watch a live performance on You Tube, was a blistering rendition of Stormy Monday with Chantel unleashing some frankly frightening riffage on electric guitar.

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While there is some great playing on the album, some of the self penned material falls a little flat and fails to live up to the instrumental excellence on display. It could be the over-produced feel of the recording or the of MOR rock-pop direction, in which she seems to have been steered, being an uncomfortable fit, but whatever the case, my first impression of Like No Other was a little more filler than killer.

Nevertheless, I entered Fibbers that night hoping to see Chantel bring her blues-rock magic to the stage. I was only halfways disappointed. McGregor is a captivating performer, a genuinely natural musician whose ease and fluency with her instrument is an awesome thing to behold.

Clearly in her element playing in a blues-rock vein, Chantel channels such guitar heroes as Jeff Beck, Jimmy Page, Stevie Ray Vaughan and, especially Hendrix. Living up to these comparisons would be a tall order for anyone but, as her inclusion on a recent 100 Years of The Blues compilation testifies, she can hold her own among such blues heavyweights.

In heavy rock parlance, the girl can shred!

For all her consummate musicianship, though, I found the gig a mixed bag.

While a competent singer, Chantel’s vocals can’t help but play second fiddle to her outstanding guitar skills and her confident axe-wielding only serves to highlight the shortcomings her songwriting.

If Chantel wasn’t the youngest person in the room at the Fibbers gig, she certainly was the youngest on stage. Her backing band supported her well enough but seemed like a rent-a-rhythm-section line up, which almost undermined her stage presence due to a lack of a cohesive band presentation. Some of the highlights of the gig were when she performed solo, including an excellent performance of album track, I’m No Good For You. This may sound quibbling, but I would very much like to see Chantel McGregor find her niche with a group more her own age (perhaps a rocking, all-girl, Runaways-like band) where, relieved of the burden of being chief songwriter and frontwoman, she is able to concentrate on what she does best; ripping it up and flooring all within earshot with her coruscating guitar stylings.

It’s early days yet for this blues virtuoso with talent to spare and it’s bound to be interesting to see where she takes it from here.

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MUSICLISTINGS The Jamm Thurs 1 Dec, from 8pm at New Roscoe. £9.

The Jamm have continuously been delighting fans of Paul Weller’s original group in sell out performances.

Skip ‘Little Axe’ McDonald & The Sam Payne Band Thurs 1 Dec, The Wardrobe. £12.50. Skip has played with the likes of Wilson Picket, George Clinton & James Brown. Sam Payne draws on the old blues masters whilst taking the music forward.

Fleet Foxes + Vetiver Thurs 1 Dec, O2 Academy. Fleet Foxes ‘baroque, harmonic pop jams’ with Vetiver – who have nurtured musicians like Devendra Banhart, Joanna Newsom & Alissa Anderson.

Paul Thomas Saunders + The Staves Thurs 1 Dec, Nation Of Shopkeepers, from 8pm. £6. The Staves: three sisters whose soaring harmonies hark back to the sounds of Crosby, Stills & Nash.

The Passion of Franz Liszt Fri 2 Dec, 7:45pm at Howard Assembly Room. £15. Freddy Kempf offers repertoire including Liszt’s personal take on themes from Lucia di Lammermoor & Don Giovanni.

DJ Shadow Fri 2 Dec, O2 Academy, £19.50. The Jimi Hendrix of sampling & a true pioneer in modern hip-hop & dance music.

Malcolm Middleton + Human Don’t Be Angry Fri 2 Dec, Brudenell Social Club, £12.50. Middleton’s solo career provides a perfect outlet for his personal, harrowing & heartfelt songwriting.

Group Inerane + FlowerCorsano Duo Sat 3 Dec, 7:45pm at Howard Assembly Room. £10. Ecstatic & electrified Saharan guitar modes entangle/disentangle themselves around vocals & propulsive trap kit drum attack.

Orchestra of Opera North, Dmitry Sitkovetsky Sat 3 Dec, 7:30pm at Leeds Town Hall, £10.00 - £29.00, (pre-concert talk 6:45pm).

Programme includes Barber: Violin Concerto & Mahler: Symphony No 5.

The Beat Sat 3rd Dec, Brudenell Social Club, £15, from 7:30pm. Combining some of the old classics with some brand new material.

Worth going to see live to hear ‘Mirror In The Bathroom’ in all its glory.

The Music of the Angels: St Peter’s Singers Sat 3 Dec, 7:30pm, The Venue (Leeds College of Music), £12. Bringing the festive season to life through some of the bestloved & spiritually uplifting works of the Baroque period Stephen Fretwell Sat 3 Dec, The Cockpit, £10. Manchester -based singer/songwriter.

Dan Beesley + Lisa Marie Glover + Harry George Johns Mon 5 Dec at Gaslight Club @ Oporto, Leeds. Free!

Leeds Blues Nights Tues fortnightly at the Chemic Tavern, Johnston Street, Woodhouse, LS6. Dec 6: Blues Positive.

I Am The Avalanche + Hostage Calm + Apologies I Have None Tues 6 Dec, The Cockpit, £10. I Am The Avalanche: melodic & blisteringly raw Brooklyn quintet. Hostage Calm: Punk US five-piece.

Apologies, I Have None: upbeat, punk influenced songs.

Zebrahead Sat 3rd Dec, The Cockpit, £11. Californian punk-rockers.

The Travelling Band Tues 6 Dec, Brudenell Social Club, £6. Folk & country band who won 2008 Glastonbury New Talent contest.

Acoustic Revolution: The Woven Project Sat 3rd Dec, The Adelphi, 4pm-8pm. Lo-fi, acoustic, experimental musicians, playing folk-inspired heartfelt melodies & laid back vibes.

Chris T-T + Franz Nicolay Wed 7 Dec, The Well, Chris T-T: lo-fi songs with tales of love, life & bus routes. Franz Nicolay: exceptional accordionist formally of The Hold Steady. £6.

West Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra Sat 3 Dec, 7.30pm St Chad’s Church, Otley Rd. LS16. A Concert of American Music. Tickets on door or www.wyso.org.uk/concerts

Twin Atlantic Wed 7 Dec, The Cockpit, £8. Glaswegian quartet playing heavy rock with vocalist Sam McTrusty’s charming style.

Sandinista! 1st Wed ‘Late Night Colour’ hosted by Grain Division, 10pm; 3rd Wed: ‘Strange Fruit’ hosted by No Title Magazine, 10pm; 2nd & 4th Wed: ‘Sandinista! Live’ 10pm. Sun Live music hosted

by Ross Millar, 8:30pm.

Rebel Truce + Pirate Love Sun 4 Dec, New Roscoe, £5.

Tribute to The Clash, Rebel Truce perform all the classics & more. Pirate Love Tribute to the Heartbreakers.

Aloe Blacc Sunday 4 Dec, O2 Academy Leeds, £15.50. Following the success of ‘I Need A Dollar’ & Top 10 album, Blacc is one of 2011’s most in-demand artists.

The Dizzy Club Sun 4 Dec, 1pm at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton. Django & swing.

Details: www.sevenjazz.co.uk Iona Dhrum Sun 4 Dec at The Northern Monkey, Leeds.

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Karen Sharp’s Quartet Thurs 8 Dec, 8pm at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton. Details: www. sevenjazz.co.uk Daniel Higgs + Oxes Thurs 8 Dec at Brudenell Social Club.

From Baltimore, Oxes have become one of the most innovative bands recording & touring today. £6.

Red Kite Thurs 8 Dec, Milo Bar, ‘An original wealth of soulful & emotive songs that will draw you in & chill you out’. £4.

The Undertones Fri 9 Dec at The Cockpit. Formed in 1975, renowned for combining lyrical invention & musical flair with intelligent simplicity. £17.50.

Iceage Sat 10 Dec at Brudenell Social Club. Danish punk band. £6.

Kate Peters Septet Sat 10 Dec,8pm in Shire Oak Room, HEART, Bennett Rd. Headingley. Familiar songs with jazzy backing. £8/£4 Nick Browne’s Cannonball Band Sun 11 Dec, 1pm at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton. www.sevenjazz.co.uk Lindsey Buckingham Sun 11 Dec at O2 Academy. Revered producer, songwriter, singer & guitarist of Fleetwood Mac. £27.50 Steve Harley & Cockney Rebel Mon 12 Dec, The Cockpit. Classic rock icon Steve has written & recorded 11 albums & a number of Top 20 hits. £22.50.

Jon Windle Fri 16 Dec at The Cockpit. Former front man of Little Man Tate. £8.

David Ford Fri 16 Dec at The Empire. First achieved prominence with the indie rock group Easyworld, now a master at the layered/looping effect.

The Shufflemonsters Fri 16 Dec, 8pm – midnight at Swarthmore Education Centre, Woodhouse Sq. LS3.

Tickets £4 adv/ £5 on door.

All funds to Swarthmore’s Roof Appeal.

The Hall Brothers 20th Anniversary Show Sat 17 Dec at Otley Courthouse. Line-up includes Nick B. Hall & Michelle Plum. Tickets £10/£8 from 01943-467466 Ronnie Bottomley’s All Star Big Band Sun 18 Dec, 1pm at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton. Details. www.sevenjazz. co.uk The Solicitors Sun 18th Dec, New Roscoe. 9-piece quality R’n’B & soul band with brass. £12.

The Wedding Present Fri 30th Dec, O2 Academy.

Favourite songs & new material from David Gedge & his band. £6.

YOUNGER LIFE

Leeds City Juniors Go from Strength to Strength Leeds City Juniors Football Club, based at Adel War Memorial Association, is the junior section of Leeds City Football Club, formed in 2006 from the merging of Adel FC, Abbey Grange FC and Leeds City Vixens FC. The club is an FA Charter Standard Community Club catering for children aged 5 – 16. This standard requires that the club a) meets FA criteria ensuring that opportunities are available for children irrespective of age, gender, religion and ability, and b) provides qualified coaches, first aiders and child protection officers.

Additionally, Leeds City Juniors proudly observes the FA Respect & Racism – Kick it Out campaigns.

There are 14 teams competing in the Garforth Junior Football League, five playing seven-a-side matches (under 8 – 10s), and nine playing eleven-a-side (under 11 – 15s). The two under 16s teams play matches in the Craven Aire & Wharfe Junior League. Matches are played on Sunday mornings or early afternoons. Training is generally on Friday evenings or Saturday mornings on the floodlit Astroturf facilities at Adel War Memorial Association, or on grass at Bedquilts Recreation Ground, Adel.

The club is proud of its involvement in the local community and recently opened the Adel Co-Op, and completed a bag pack at ASDA Holt Park where the funds raised were split between the club and ASDA’s charity of choice – Tickled Pink. Last season, the club raised in excess of £500 for Sports Relief.

Leeds City Juniors is ambitious and always interested in welcoming new members. Follow them on Facebook by searching ‘Leeds City Juniors Football Club’ or Twitter @leedscity1.

For more information, visit www.leedscityjuniors.org

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FROEBELIAN CHILDREN ARE STARS! Children at the Froebelian School, Horsforth, recently handed over a cheque for £4,500 to Jo Castleton of the children’s charity ‘Starlight’, which aims to grant wishes for seriously ill children and provides stimulating programmes for children in hospital.

The pupils (aged 3 – 11), organised various fundraising activities, including a bring and buy sale, Wizards and Warlocks day, the Three Peaks Challenge, a Pirates and Monsters Day, and even an auction to be a teacher for a day!

Jo thanked all the children and explained where their money would go. Some would help to send a child from Leeds to Disneyland Paris, and more to help a teenager realise his dream of fishing with Matt Hayes.

“It was great to see the children’s harvest assembly”, said Jo. “They were all so good! We really appreciate all the hard work that went into raising such an extraordinary amount of money.”

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YOUNGER LIFE

BRAMHOPE PRIMARY BURIES TIME CAPSULE Children at Bramhope Primary School recently buried a time capsule to mark the school’s 50th anniversary.

The capsule contained school photographs, a school jumper and mug, some money and a Harry Potter book – providing a shapshot of school life today for future pupils.

Greg Mulholland was on hand to help bury the cache and pupils chatted with him about the anniversary celebrations. “It was great to join in the celebrations for the schools 50th

FROEBELIAN FOOTBALLERS COME OUT ON TOP! The Froebelian School U11 football team recently won a football tournament in Headingley involving ten schools. “This was a great achievement for the boys”, said Bradley Mant, their new games teacher who joined the school in September and is teaching IT and DT as well as games and PE. “I am very proud of them, not to mention a great result for my first coaching event at the school!”

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anniversary and to get the chance to speak about some of the changes that have occurred since I was at school”, said Greg. “Hopefully this

will give children in 50 years time, the chance to see what the current students felt was important to them and see how things have changed.”

COOKRIDGE PRIMARY PLANTS 25 KILOS OF DAFFODIL BULBS! A group of Cookridge Primary School pupils recently spent an afternoon planting daffodil bulbs on the verge of Hillcrest Rise. Organised by Councillor Ben Chastney and Groundworks, several primary schools in the area have been working on similar projects.

Last year, the school planted bulbs on Otley Old Road, opposite the Holt Park estate, but this year they concentrated on the grass verges outside the school. Working in groups of ten, under the supervision of Sam Parry and his Groundworks team, the children planted over 25kg of bulbs, despite heavy showers. Councillor Ben Chastney joined the group during the afternoon and spent quite some time chatting to the children.

Everyone is now looking forward to Spring and seeing all those beautiful daffodils in bloom!

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Horsforth School Enjoys 34th German Exchange Mixed weather did nothing to dampen the welcome they received or spoil the enjoyment of the 34th Horsforth School German exchange visit to Wermelskirchen.

Ten Year 9 students, accompanied by Mrs Ellison (Teacher of Languages) and Mr Gazey (former Maths teacher), together with 12 students from West Oaks School, Boston Spa, took part in the exchange. Their varied programme included walking in local wine producing areas, visits to major towns, attending lessons with German partners, and a big barbecue evening. One of the many highlights was braving the Schwebebahn in

Wuppertal – an overhead railway which hovers and sways through the city 30 feet above the river Wupper!

out in York, Malham and Whitby, as well as a meal at a local Italian restaurant on the last evening.

When the German partners visited Horsforth they were made equally welcome. The students enjoyed days

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Places available for children 2 ½ - school age. Daily sessions 9am – noon at Adel Methodist Church. Details: Lesley 281 7979.

Adel Toddler Group Fri 10 – 11.45am during term time at The Stables, Back Church Lane, Adel. Just £1.50 per family, incl refreshments for children & adults. A warm & welcoming group always pleased to welcome old & new faces!

Christmas Alive@9 Sun 18 Dec, 9am at Bramhope Methodist Church. The Nativity story - half an hour of informal worship for children, families & the young at heart.

Christmas Crafts for Kids Thurs 22 Dec, 9.30am – 12 noon at St Giles Bramhope Church Hall. Christmas crafts, songs & refreshments. Children 7+ can be registered & stay unaccompanied (under 7 accompanied) Details: Janice Smith 203 7523.

Grove Pre-school, Horsforth for children from age 2. Good OFSTED report. No more than 20 children. Lots of fun & learning. Funding for 3/4 year olds. Tues 9am – 12 noon & 12 – 3pm; Wed 9am – 12 noon. Details: Jean 258 9093.

Horsforth 7th Brownies seeks new members. Girls aged 7 – 10. Meetings Tues, 6.30 – 8pm at Woodside Methodist Church, Outwood Lane; Woodside Rainbows also seek new members (girls 5 – 7). Meetings Mon 5.15 – 6.15pm at same venue.

Details: Yogi Bear: email froggyned@gmail.com Messy Church Sun 18 Dec, 2 – 4pm at St Giles Church Hall, Bramhope. A Christmas event that welcomes the whole family.

Crafts, celebration & food! Details: Janice Smith 203 7523, www.stgilesbramhope.org.uk

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Parent & Toddler Group every Fri (term time only), 1.30 – 3pm at St Mary’s School, Broadgate Lane, Horsforth. Come along for a drink & a chat. Everyone welcome. Details: Francesca D’Arcy 07838 753166 St Paul’s Church Ireland Wood, LS16. Kidz Club 3rd Sunday.

Tues - Cubs meet at 6.30pm; Thurs - Rainbows at 5.30pm; Brownies at 6.30pm (term time). New members welcome.

Toddler Praise Wed 7 Dec, 10am in St Giles Church Hall, Bramhope. Sing, dance & make a noise in praise! Followed by refreshments. Details: Janice Smith 203 7523 or just turn up.

Toddler Time Mon 9am – 10.30am at the Froebelian School, Horsforth. For children aged 1 – 3. Free playtime, structured activities & refreshments. Free. Details: Julie West 258 3047.

Toy Service Sun 11 Dec, 9.30am at St Giles Church Bramhope.

Christmas event with carols for all the family. Toy collection for children in need. Bring a new or nearly new toy unwrapped.

Followed by breakfast brunch.

Woodside Rainbows seeks new members. For girls aged 5 – 7.

Meetings Mon 5.15 – 6.15pm at Woodside Methodist Church, Outwood Lane.

Yarnbury RFC Junior Section Horsforth. Welcomes new players 5-18yrs (girls up to 12). Family club stressing inclusion for all.

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Minotaurs Celebrate Successful First Outing – Even Though They Lost!

A few long goals from Keiran Hollandput the Minotaurs ahead.

However, in third quarter the Rams kicked six goals in comparison to the Minotaurs’ one. The long quarter, together with the Minotaurs’ lack of training, left the team with a five goal deficit to overcome in the final quarter.

Throwing caution to the wind, the Leeds outfit put Captain Alex Brown up forward to try and snatch a cheeky win. This move proved a success with the big fella kicking a few early goals.

Leeds narrowly won the last quarter with a second goal from Potts right at the end, but the home side held on for a 10.12.72 to 8.8.56 win.

Leeds Minotaurs, the Cookridge-based Aussie Rules team, recently faced two-times AFL North Grand Finalists Huddersfield Rams at their home ground, Lockwood Park. This was their first match since formation and after some quick introductions and the borrowing of a spare kit from the

Rams, the Leeds Minotaurs were ready to rumble.

After an uneasy start they began to get their hands on the ball more and create more opportunities and Full Forward Rob Potts snagged a goal to end the first quarter.

“After a successful debut (even though we lost!), the club is buzzing full of excitement and looking for more fixtures”, said player coach Rhyss Long. “We are currently in need of a major sponsor and a permanent home ground, which hopefully will be sorted very soon.”

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Annabel Rose Trust Leeds Akkies RLFC and Leeds Rugby Foundation recently staged a hugely successful gala day of rugby league at Old Modernians, Cookridge, raising nearly £450 for the Annabelle Rose Trust.

Masters teams from the host club, Farnley Falcons, West Leeds Eagles and Ossett Trinity all took part in the Annabelle Rose Challenge, along with players from Wetherby Bulldogs, Milford Marlins and Blackpool Stanley.

Each player donated a £5 match fee towards the trust fund, which was set up to provide six-year-old Annabelle, who was born with Quadriplegic Spastic Cerebral Palsy, with lifechanging treatment to enable her to walk.

local youngsters as well as members of the neighbouring North Leeds Leopards Junior Rugby League Club.

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Details: Helen, 0113 305 3327 Badminton Anyone? Friendly badminton club looking for experienced players. Fri 7.309.30pm at Trinity University, Horsforth. Details: Sylvia 259 0113, Graham on 258 4532 Bramhope Methodist Church Badminton Group meets Mon, 8pm in the church hall. New members welcome. Details: Chris 267 1829.

Bramhope Table Tennis Club.

Meets Mon 8 – 10pm & Tues 1.30 – 3.30pm at Robert Craven Hall. New members welcome. Details: Stewart 267 3311 Circle Dancing Group meets 1st & 3rd Tues of the month at St.Giles Church Hall, Bramhope. Gentle dancing to beautiful music from all over the world. Great fun, therapeutic, & friendly group.

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Dance Scottish in Adel Scottish Country Dancing, Mon 1.45 – 4.45pm & Tues 7.45 – 9.45pm at Adel Methodist Church Hall (behind Lawnswood Arms).

Beginners welcome. No partner necessary. Details: Don Andrews 01535 605065, donald@hbandrews.fsnet. co.uk or Irene Dracup 263 1310 www.rscdsleeds.org.uk Haida Yoga Class Sat 3 Dec, 2.30 – 4.30pm at Adel Friends Meeting House, New Adel Lane, LS16. Free. Bring comfortable clothing, mat & soft flexible footwear. Details: Jan 01943 850351

Horsforth Fellandale Running Club trains 6.30pm every Wed. Summer on Otley Chevin. Winter at Trinity University, Details: Martin 239 4801, secretary@ fellandale.com Horsforth Tennis Club New members welcome for team & social play. Try us at social play Sundays 1pm. Details: Hillary West 258 6021, 07739 457438 Last Man Stands are looking for additional teams to enter their winter indoor & summer outdoor cricket leagues.

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Leeds Contra Ceilidh meets 8 - 10.30pm at Headingley Parish Hall, St Michael’s Rd. (near the Skyrack). 2nd & 4th Tues of month (Sept to June). Live band! No partner or experience required.

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Over 160 members aged 2074. Try before joining. Details: Mary 228 6766, Phil 268 9996 www.leedsyha.org.uk

Lindy Fridays Lindy Hop classes for complete beginners onwards at The Carriageworks Theatre, Millenium Sq. No partner required, Beginners class 7pm (Level 2 Room1) £5.

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Sequence Tea Dance Mon 2 – 4pm at Bramhope Methodist Church Hall. Refreshments & raffle prizes. You don’t need a partner, just enthusiasm!

Keep fit in a fun, friendly atmosphere. Details: Marjorie 267 9802 St Chad’s Tennis Club Join our friendly club & play tennis throughout the year - fun club sessions & competitive opportunities. New members welcome. Details: Anne Wallace 274 9917

Yarnbury Angling Club Matches 1st Sun of month.

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Horsforth Arts Society meets Wed, 7.30pm at The Studio, Back Lane, Horsforth. 7 Dec: A talk on ‘Portraits in Elizabethan Times’. 14 Dec: An auction & social starting at 7.30pm. Regular meetings resume 4 Jan. All welcome.

Details: 259 0259 Yorkshire Flower Club Wed 7 Dec, 2pm at Almscliffe Hall, Harrogate Rd, Huby, LS17 0EG. Christmas demonstration by Eileen Barraclough. Details 01943 863172 COFFEE MORNINGS, FAIRS & MARKETS Adel St John the Baptist Coffee Morning Sat 3 Dec, 10.30am – 12 noon at the Old Stables, Back Church Lane. Homemade scones & cakes. Come & enjoy!

Bramhope Farmers’ Market 2nd Sat of month, 10am – 2pm at Robert Craven Memorial Hall, Old Lane.

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Bramhope Methodist Church Coffee Shop Every Tues 10am-noon. Delicious homemade scones & friendly fellowship – all welcome.

Coffee Shop at Bramhope Methodist Church Tues 10am – 12 noon. Delicious homemade fresh scones & a friendly & welcoming atmosphere. Second hand books now on sale.

Christmas Fair Sat 3 Dec, 1.30 – 4.30pm at Bramhope Methodist Church. Seasonal gifts & crafts, refreshments, children’s games & a visit from Father Christmas. Adm. free.

Christmas Tree Festival, Fair & Crafts Sat 3 Dec, 10am – 1pm at Cookridge Methodist Church (Tinshill Rd). Come & see our Church full of Christmas Trees! Stalls, games & refreshments at our Christmas Fair. Christmas craft activities for under 7s (small charge for materials).

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Cookridge Village Hall Christmas Fayre Sat 3 Dec, 12 – 3pm at the Hall on Moseley Wood Lane, LS16.

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Children free, adults just 50p.

Tables are available (large £7/small £5). Details: James 07828 821784 Edwardian Christmas Fayre Sat 3 Dec, 10.30am – 1.30pm at Horsforth Central Methodist Church, Town St. Celebrating Church’s centenary. Father Christmas will be in his grotto from 10.30am. Stalls, bells ringers, Horsforth & Leeds City Brass Band, light lunches.

Headingley Farmers’ Market 2nd Sat of each month, The Rose Garden in front of The Arc, North Lane. 9am – 12.30pm.

Lineham Farm Christmas Fayre Sat 10 Dec, 11am – 3pm at the farm in Eccup.

Adm £1 adults/50p children.

Festive songs from Castleton Primary School plus plenty of stalls & fun things to do.

Adopt an animal for that last minute present! Lineham Farm provides active, weeklong holidays for around 1,000 Leeds children a year.

Details: Clare 0113 281 7880, clare@linehamfarm. co.uk Moorlands School Christmas Fair Sat 3 Dec, 2 – 5pm at the school on Foxhill Dr. Weetwood Lane LS16.

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Christmas gifts, refreshments, raffle & much, much more.

Adm £1 adult, children free.

GROUPS Adel Bridge Club meets Fri, 7.15pm at Adel Memorial Hall, Church Lane. Relaxed Chicago Bridge club. New members welcome, whether improvers or more experienced players.

No partner needed. Details: Janice 230 6387 or 07713 402405 Adel Crag Community Assoc. keeps you informed about what is happening in your neighbourhood, with up-todate information on local news, events etc. Details: Francis Garbutt 261 0846, www.adelcrag.org.com Adel & District Horticultural Society meets 2nd Mon in month, Sept – May, 7.45pm at Friends Meeting House, New Adel Lane. New members welcome. Next meeting 12 Dec: ‘The Holly & the Ivy’ by Sue Hoy. Details: Mrs Tarn Everett 261 3095 Aireborough Duplicate Bridge Club meets Tues 7pm, Rawdon Conservative Club.

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Details: 261 2139 beverley. harfield@ntlworld.com Air Yorkshire Aviation Society Interested in aviation, aircraft old and new, airports? Why not try Air Yorkshire - regular guest speakers, monthly colour magazine, trips and social events. Details: Dave Senior 0113 282 1818, www. airyorkshire.org.uk/ Alwoodley Motor Club Every other Thurs, 8.30pm, The Wharfedale Inn, Arthington Lane. All welcome. Details: 391 0403, www.alwoodleymc. org.uk.

Bramhope Bridge Club Robert Craven Memorial Hall, Old Lane, Mon 12.45 – 4.15pm & Tues & Thurs 7.15 – 10.15pm. Lessons for novices on Wed evenings. Details: Bob 225 7495

Bramhope Round Table Every 2nd Tues. Fun, friendship & fundraising (in that order!).

All men between 18 & 45 welcome. Details: www. bramhoperoundtable.co.uk, info@bramhope844.co.uk Budgie Sitters Circle Do you worry about your budgies when you’re away? Join the Budgie Sitters Circle – then you can hand your budgies over to another member & return the favour when they go away, & you’ll know your pets are being well cared for.

Details: Lilliane 275 5479, lilliane98@hotmail.com Cat loving volunteers wanted!

Join friendly new cat welfare group supporting feral & stray cats. Fundraisers needed to raise funds for food, cat kennels & vet costs. Fosterers also needed - full support given. Details: 07876 212 518, www.feralcatwelfare. org.uk Chevin Antique Society meets 1st Tues of the month (Sept – May), 8pm at West Park Rugby Clubhouse, Bramhope.

Speakers on a wide range of subjects. Annual Membership £25. Details: Lis Loach 0113 267 4843, Sally Wilkinson 0113 267 1721 Cookridge Camera Club Wed 7.30pm, Cookridge Village Hall, Green Lane/Moseley Wood Lane junction. Excellent guest speakers & in-house competitions. New members welcome. Details: Stephen 268 7429 Cookridge Gardening Club Festive end of year meeting Wed 7 Dec, 7.30pm in Cookridge Methodist Church Hall when we will hear about ‘More Secret Gardens of London’ & consume yet more mince pies!

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Friends of University Art & Music helps to foster the musical & artistic outreach of the University of Leeds.

Membership open to all, regular activities arranged.

Next event: recital by Cassia String Quartet, Wed 21 Dec 7.30pm at the School of Music. Details: 0113 343 2584, www.leeds.ac.uk/fuam Holt Park Residents’ Association Provides a voice for all residents & tenants in the Holt Park area. Regular monthly meetings at Ralph Thoresby School. Details: Alan Mann 07901 656886, www. holtparktra.btck.co.uk Horsforth in Bloom meets Sat 3 Dec, 10am at Horsforth Museum. They will be planning activities: preparing next year’s ‘In Bloom entry, tidying, planting etc. Anyone interested in gardening & able to help will be very welcome.

Details: Hilary Taylor 258 352 Horsforth Duplicate Bridge Club Weds, The Horsforth Club, New Road Side, 7.15pm & Thurs 1.30–4.30pm. New members welcome. Details: Mike Bent 258 1580.

Horsforth Photographic Club meets Weds, 7pm in the Stable Block behind the museum. New members very welcome. Details: 258 9149, rjoyful@yahoo.com

Horsforth Retired People’s Club meets 2nd & 4th Thurs of month, 9.30 – 11am at St Margaret’s Parish Centre.

Speakers on a wide variety of subjects plus refreshments & time to socialise. Visitors & prospective members very welcome. Details: Everett Cooke 258 9149, Beryl Harland 258 6907 Horsforth WI meets 3rd Mon of the month at St James’s Parish Centre, Low Lane, 7.30pm. Interesting speakers.

Visitors welcome. Details: Pat 258 7062, Christine on 258 9501.

Italian Section, Bradford Circle for Foreign Languages, meets Tues 7.30 - 9pm 10 Eldon Place, Bradford.

BD1 3AZ. Events include speakers, debates, quizzes, music, games & conversation in Italian. Details: Chris Thomas 07900 988345, www.bradfordcircleforforeignlanguages.org.uk Kaleidoscope Social Club for over 50s & unattached with a zest for life. Monthly programme of events. Not a dating agency. Details: 262 1455 or 261 2619, www. kaleidoscopeleeds.weebly. com Leeds Anglo German Club Sat 3 Dec, 7.30pm The Old Stables, Back Church Lane, Adel. A Christmas Party with music by Cardinal Heenan musicians. Great food, Glühwein (mulled wine) & good company. Contact 0113 2687697 by 30 Nov. Mon 9 Jan, 7.30pm at Headingley St Columba’s URC: ‘Dresden’ an illustrated talk by Open University Lecturer Eddie Lawler. Details: 0113 268 7697 Leeds Caledonian Society Social Evening Wed 7 Dec, 7.30pm at The Stables, Back Church Lane, Adel. Annual Burns Dinner at Castle Grove, 28 Jan. Details: 267 0424, www.leedscaledonians.org.uk

Leeds Feline Friends Can you give a cat a home away from a busy road?

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Leeds Hospital Alert Small group of concerned people campaigning for preservation of the NHS. Next meeting Thurs 8 Dec, 7.30pm at Muir Court, St Michael’s Rd. LS6.

Details: Beatrice Rogers 0113 278 5495 Leeds Lions meets 2nd Mon, Holiday Inn Express, Cavendish St. LS3, 7.30pm.

Details: 0845 833 7428, www.lionsclubs.org Leeds Movie Makers Get more out of your camcorder & film making. Stainbeck United Reformed Church Hall, Stainbeck Lane (rear entrance), Fri 7:30pm.

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

Leeds National Trust Autumn & Winter programme now underway with monthly lectures at St Chad’s, a lunch with speaker, the Christmas Fair, & December coffee morning. Details: Pam 0113 258 8178 Leeds Oxfam Group meets 1st Wed of month, 7pm at the Civic Hall. Lively group campaigning on issues around global justice. Next meeting 7 Dec. Everyone welcome. Details: Pauline Neale 269 3542, www. oxfamleeds.org.uk Leeds Photographic Society, the oldest photographic society in the world, meets Tues 7.30pm in St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Park Rd, Roundhay, LS8. Visitors & prospective members welcome. Details: 265 0651, www.lps1852.co.uk Leeds Skyrack Lions Club meets 2nd & 4th Thurs, 7.45pm at the New Headingley Club, 56 St Michael’s Rd. Headingley.

New members & helpers welcome. Help the needy of Leeds & create new

friendships. Details: 01943 510106, Granville.barker@ sky.com, www.105c.org.uk/ leedsskyrack Leeds U3A A vibrant organisation with 19 interest groups & regular monthly meetings for anyone not in full time occupation, Details: Bill 07552 448834, www. u3aleeds.org.uk Leeds University Old Students’ Association welcomes all former students of the University.

Festive Lunch Thurs 15 Dec, 12.15pm at Devonshire Hall.

Speaker: Dr Geoffrey Tabbron.

Details: The Secretary 0113 261 4564, gmroche@ btinternet.com Mahjong Thurs 10am – 12.30pm at Robert Craven Memorial Hall. Lively, Chinese game played with small tiles.

Happy, friendly group. Details: Jenny 230 0094 Mercury Movie Makers meet Weds, Rawdon Conservative Club, 7:30pm. The club is for camcorder owners. Advice, regular film & practical evenings, & occasional outdoor events. Details: www. communigate.co.uk/brad/ mercmove New Weetwood Writers Group at Weetwood Hall.

Whether you want to write for publication, profit or pleasure, you’ll be very welcome. Evening & weekend workshops planned. Details: Liz 0113 267 9894.

North Leeds Model Flying Club New members very welcome, experienced or beginners. Building or flying, plenty of friendly advice.

Regular meetings at Horsforth or airfield at Almscliff Crag.

Details: 0113 217 8348, www.nlmfc.org Paxton Horticultural Society est 1886 The final event in their 125th anniversary year was a celebration lunch on Sat 22 Oct. After a splendid lunch they were entertained by guest speaker & local historian Michael Meadowcroft, who gave a first class presentation

on Leeds in the late 19th century. Details: 256 3055, wheatleygraham@yahoo.co.uk The Other Bridge Club Friendly bridge played Thurs 7.15 – 10.15pm at Robert Craven Memorial Hall, Bramhope. New members welcome. Details: Sandra 01943 463332 Trackrod Motor Club Meets 1st Tues of each month, 9.30pm at Old Modernians Club, Cookridge Lane. New Members welcome. Details: www.trackrodmotorclub.co.uk Tinshill Tenants’ & Residents’ Association New group.

Interested in getting involved & improving the area you live in? Details tinshilltenants@ hotmail.co.uk, 07730 369 663 Wharfedale Speakers Club meets 1st & 3rd Wed of each month at Cross Green Community Centre, Pool Rd, Otley. New members welcome. Speakers of all ages & backgrounds. Come along & improve your speaking skills. Details: Tony Morris 0113 258 3507 White Rose Ladies Speakers Club meets 2nd & 4th Mon, 8pm at Farsley Library, Old Rd. Farsley, LS28. Friendly environment in which to find your voice & improve your presentation skills. Also on YouTube. Details: Stephanie Hanson 0113 255 0824, hansonstevie@hotmail.com.

Yorkshire Malaya & Borneo Veterans’ Assoc. meets 1st Sat of month, 1.30pm at New Headingley Club, St. Michael’s Rd, Headingley. Anyone involved in the Malayan Emergency & Indonesian Confrontation in 50s & 60s most welcome. Represents all units of the armed forces.

Details: Eddie Seville 0113 263 7583.

MUSIC Amici Singers Friendly mixed voice choir welcomes new singers, experienced or not.

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Christmas Concert Fri 16 Dec, 7.30pm in Adel St John the Baptist Church, featuring the Lawnswood Singers. Tickets £5 (incl. glass of wine, mince pie & cheese supper) from Sylvia Halliday (267 1708) & Beryl Thompson (267 3875).

Fairfax Singers (Burleyin-Wharfedale) sing for charities & have helped raise significant funds. If you would like to book a concert please contact Marjorie Hall 01274 597024, marj.hall51@yahoo. co.uk. www.fairfaxsingers. org.uk Horsforth Choral Society Christmas Concert Tues13 Dec, 7.30pm at St Margaret’s Church Horsforth. Christmas entertainment for all with carols & other seasonal music. Featuring The Yorkshire Evening Post Brass, conductor Kathryn Woodruff, leader Rebecca Todd. Tickets (£8) incl. refreshments from 0113 250 2203 or on door.

Horsforth Leeds City Brass Band A friendly, community brass band welcomes new players. Possible instrument loan, if needed. Rehearsals: Mon 7.30 – 9.30pm at Leeds Trinity University College, Brownberrie Lane, Horsforth.

Details: Hannah Rowlands 250 0208, Betty Emberton 267 6529 Lawnswood Singers A female choir, practices Wed 7.30pm at Holy Trinity Church, Green Lane, Cookridge. Good female singers welcome to come & try us out. Wide repertoire of music & friendly people! Details: Brenda Hawer 0113 2671292, www. lawnswoodsingers.co.uk.

Leeds & Bradford Barbershop Harmony Club Mon 7.30pm, Rawdon & Guiseley Conservative Club, Leeds Road, Rawdon. Male singers who can take on four part harmony most welcome.

Details: 01274 583 989.

Flute Group Tues 7 – 8pm, Yorkshire College of Music & Drama, St Mark’s House, St Mark’s Ave. For Grade 4 standard & above. Details: 243 1605 New Direction exciting new female choir (all ages). Wed 7.30 – 9.30pm Yorkshire College of Music & Drama, St Mark’s Ave, LS2. Will be performing in concerts, competitions & charity events throughout the year. West End musicals, pop & folk songs, & classical pieces. Details: Tracy 07914 833394 Players for Pleasure offers playing opportunities to adult amateur musicians. All levels, beginners to advanced.

All instruments & all ages over 18. New performers especially welcome. Friendly, informal & supportive atmosphere. Details: www. playersforpleasure.co.uk ‘The Spirit of Christmas’ Sun 11 Dec, 3pm at St Mary’s Church, Broadgate Lane, Horsforth. Featuring the Leeds Guild of Singers, director Graham Coatman, in a concert of carols & readings followed by wine & mince pies. Tickets £5 at the door.

Proceeds to Candlelighters & Cafod.

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

Rehearsals Wed, 7.30pm at West Park Centre, Spen Lane. Details: 01274 595978, davewb8@sky.com The Wesley Singers Concert Sat 3 Dec, 7.30pm Grove Methodist Church, Town St. Horsforth. A programme of entertainment for Advent & Christmas. Tickets £5 from Chris Seller 0113 258 2662.

The White Rosettes Female barbershop chorus (four part unaccompanied harmony), 12 x national champions, rehearse Wed 7.30 – 10pm at Moorlands School, Foxhill Dr, Weetwood Lane, LS16 5PF. Details: Jan Spencer 07852 210640, membership@ whiterosettes.org.uk SENIORS Beaus & Belles Christmas Dance Sat 17 Dec, 7 – 11pm at Cookridge Village Hall, Green Lane, LS16. Get out your dancing shoes & have some fun! Ballroom/ Sequence & Fun Dance. Plus buffet, raffle, and licensed bar. £5 on door. Details: Sheila 217 9136, Ken 230 1213, & Edna 267 9670 Disabled & Elderly Bowling Fri 10am – 12 noon in Hall Park, Horsforth. All welcome.

Horsforth Live at Home Bacon Butties served Tues 11.30am12.30pm, followed by dancing ‘til 3pm. Thurs: coffee morning (9.30 – 11am), indoor bowls (10am – 12pm), & lunch 11.30am – 1pm).

Details: 259 1511 OPAL Coffee Afternoon Fri 1.30 – 3.30pm at The Old Post Office, 10 Silk Mill Drive, Cookridge. Details: 261 9103.

OPAL’s 100th Tea Dance!

Tues 17 Jan, 12.45 – 3.15pm at Adel & Ireland Wood Community Centre, New Adel Lane. Entry £2.50. The Lord Mayor will be in attendance from 1 – 1.30pm.Please come early. Details: Ken 230 1213, Sheila 217 9136 Sequence Tea Dances Mon 2 – 4pm, Bramhope Methodist Church Hall. Everyone welcome. Refreshments & raffle. Details: Marjorie 267 9802.

Woodside Luncheon Club (Outwood Lane) Meets Thursdays & is open to all elderly Horsforth residents.

Details: 258 3184

54 SPIRITUAL Adel Baptist Congregation invites you to Sunday services, 10.30am in Adel Primary School, Tile lane, LS16. Worship style is informal with mixture of contemporary & traditional songs. Also, a variety of day time & evening groups.

Details: Revd Richard Pollard 275 4989, Richard@spbc. org.uk Adel Methodist Church, corner of Holt Lane & Gainsborough Ave, invites you to Sunday Services at 10.30am. Junior Church also meets at 10.30am Adel Methodist Church Advent & Christmas Services (corner of Holt Lane & Gainsborough Ave. LS16). Sun 11 Dec 10.30am: Toy Service (all gifts donated to Salvation Army). Sun 18 Dec 10.30am: All age Carol Service. Sat 24 Dec 4pm: Christingle Service – All age service, children especially welcome.

Christmas Day service at Cookridge Methodist Church & Meanwood Methodist Church.

Adel St John the Baptist 18 Dec: Carol Service at 6.30 pm. Christmas Eve: Crib Services at 3pm & 5pm.

Midnight Mass at 11.30pm.

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Alpha Course at St Giles, Bramhope Want to know more about Christianity & think about the meaning of life? Find your answers through an Alpha course. Details: www. stgilesbramhope.org.uk Bramhope Methodist Church Sun 11 Dec, 10am: Toy Service. Bring your unwanted toys to donate to Action for Children. Sun 18 Dec, 10am, 6.30pm: Christingle Service & Carol Service. Sat 24 Dec: Christmas Eve Midnight Communion. Sun 25 Dec: Christmas Day Service, 10.30am.

Catholic Churches Our Lady of Kirkstall parish covers Leeds 16, Horsforth & Kirkstall.

Churches: Holy Name, Otley Old Rd (Parish office: 267 8257); Saint Mary’s, Broadgate Lane, Horsforth (Parish secretary: 258 2607); The Assumption, Spen Lane.

Parish Priest: Fr PA Smythe M.A.,Ph.D.; Assistant Priest: Fr BK Akpoigbe MSP. www.ourladyofkirkstall.org.uk Christingle Services Christmas Eve, 3pm & 5pm at St Giles Church, Bramhope, in support of The Children’s Society. Two chances to attend Christingle – carols, candles & Christingles, a very special way to start Christmas. Full details of all Christmas events & services at www.stgilesbramhope.org. co.uk Christian Science Church Services in Headingley: Sun 10.30am. Testimony meetings 2nd Wed of month, 7.30pm, & 4th Wed 2.30pm.

Reading Room open 11am - 2pm Tues, Thurs & Fri - 40 Otley Road. Details: www. christianscience.org.uk Cookridge Methodist Church 10.30am Morning Worship. All ages welcome Excellent crèche facilities & refreshments served afterwards. 2nd Sun of month: Family Parade Service - informal, friendly worship for all ages.

Cookridge Methodist Church Christmas Services 18 Dec 6.30pm: Carol Service (refreshments from 6pm); 24 Dec 3pm: Christingle Service (short service especially for young children); 24 Dec 11.30pm: Midnight Communion Service; 25 Dec 10.45am: Christmas Day Celebration Service (for all the family) FREE Drop-in Group Meditation Sun 7- 8pm (except 3rd Sun of month: 6.30-7.30pm). Experience peace & calm with periods of silence & guided meditations.

Brahma Kumaris, West Park.

Details: 275 7727, leeds@ uk.bkwsu.org, www.bkwsu. org/uk/leeds

Horsforth Churches Together Sat 10 Dec, 4pm – carols at the bandstand, Hall Park.

Mon 19 Dec, 2pm & 7pm St Margaret’s Hall (next to Fink Hill car park), Riding Lights present ‘Give it Back Mak’ – a fun nativity play with puppets.

Tickets Adult £6, Child £4, Family £15. Details: Hilary Taylor 258 3521 Learn to meditate FWBO Leeds Buddhist Centre. A contemporary approach to meditation, mindfulness & the Buddhist tradition.

Also classes in yoga & bodywork, chronic pain & stress management.

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Leeds Healing Centre Now at Burley Lodge Centre, 42-46 Burley Lodge Road, LS6. Healing by members of The Healing Trust (NFSH) to aid relaxation & promote wellbeing. Fri 11am – 2.30pm. Healing also at Friends’ Meeting House, Roundhay, Thurs 7 – 8.30pm.

Donations appreciated.

Details: 07985 121810, 01274 617700, www. leedshealingcentre.org Leeds Stillness Group meets Mon 7.30 - 9.30pm at Quaker Friends Meeting House, 136 Street Lane, Roundhay.

Based on the teachings of Eckhart Tolle, (The Power of Now & A New Earth). Join like-minded people to watch footage of Eckhart Tolle talk followed by silent meditation.

Small donation appreciated.

Details: 07884 332644, www.peacenowhere.com Leeds Theosophical Society Sun 11 Dec 2.30pm at 12 Queen Sq. LS2. A talk - Shinto & The Web of Life

by Aidan Rankin. Shinto, the primal, indigenous wisdom of the Japanese, draws on universal spiritual motifs & has a special relevance to today’s urban, technological societies. Details: www.tsleeds.org.uk Nine Lessons & Carols Sun 18 Dec, 6.30pm at St Giles Church. A Festival of Nine Lessons & carols led by the choir, followed by mulled wine & mince pies.

Ratnasambhava Centre Events Meditation Day: Sat 3 Dec. ‘The Lightness of Being’ – overcome worry, guilt & remain joyfully in the present.

All welcome, £25. Prayers for World Peace – free event Sun 11 Dec, 10.30 – 11.45am at Ratnasambhava Centre, 22 Wetherby Rd. Oakwood.

Evening meditation classes in Oakwood & Woodhouse Lane. £5. Details: 0113 265 8164, www.meditationinleeds.org St Paul’s Church, Ireland Wood, LS16 Sunday Services 8am &10am. Kidz Club 3rd Sunday.

Teachings of the Fourth Way The spiritual way brought

by G.I.Gurdjieff has been recognized as one of the most original, enduring & penetrating teachings of our time. Meetings in Leeds & Otley. Details: 07814 951231, info@gurdjieff-leeds. com Leeds Gurdjieff Society The Wharfedale Vineyard Sunday services 10am at Ralph Thoresby School, Holt Park with refreshments).

Details: 245 9111 www. wharfedale-vineyard.org SUPPORT Arthritis Care Leeds Branch Meets 3rd Tues of each month, 7.30 – 9pm, St Chad’s Parish Centre, Far Headingley. Entry £2 incl. refreshments & raffle. New members welcome. Details: Pat 0113 275 7694 Carers’ Support Group Friendly group meets 1st Tues of month at Grove Methodist Church, Horsforth LS18. Join them for a cuppa & a chat.

Details: Angie at Carers Leeds 246 8338.

Crohn’s & Colitis UK Support for people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), their friends & families throughout North & West Yorkshire.

Four educational & support meetings a year, plus regular informal meets. Details: 0845 130 6809, Leeds@ crohnsandcolitis.org.uk, www. groups.crohnsandcolitis.org. uk/Leeds

Different Strokes invites stroke survivors to join them. Weds 1.45 – 3.45pm Adel Stables, Back Church Lane, Adel.

Includes an hour of exercise.

Details: Linda McLean 225 4744 Families Need Fathers 7.30pm, every 2nd Wed, Victoria Hotel, Great George St. Leeds. Support & advice for parents trying to maintain & develop relationships with their children, following divorce or family breakdown.

Details: Don 07981 710179, Ray 07921 728747.

Leeds Coeliac Group Thurs 1 Dec, 7pm at Farthings Restaurant, Leeds City College, Thomas Danby Campus, Roundhay Rd, LS7.

Gluten-free Christmas Dinner.

Details: Sandra McLean 07711 768850, sandra. mclean@btinternet.com Leeds Diabetes Support Group meets 1st Mon of month, West Yorkshire Playhouse 7 – 9pm.

Variety of speakers on all aspects of diabetes care. All welcome. Details: Joan Wells 225 4528.

Leeds Lymphoedema Link, a support group for patients, meets Sat 3 Dec, 10.30am at Headingley St. Columba United Reformed Church, 70, Headingley Lane, LS6.

Details: 0113 392 1807 (via the hospital), www. lymphoedemaleeds.co.uk leedslymphoedemalink@ hotmail.co.uk Leeds Samaritans provide confidential, non-judgemental support 24 hours a day for people who are experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide. They listen with an open mind & in complete confidence, for as long as you need. Details: 0113 245 6789, 08457 909090.

The Open Door Café A meeting place for people with dementia & their carers. Last Mon of each month (except bank hols), 2-4pm, New Headingley Club, St Michael’s Road, Headingley. Details: Nikki 231 1727

The Owls New city-wide informal childminding group offering support, training & information, & social events.

Membership £5 pa. Details: 240 2956.

Wharfedale General Hospital Cardiac Club (affiliated with British Heart Foundation) is open to former cardiac patients & their partners.

Opportunity to take part in exercise classes under supervision of qualified instructors. Meets Mon, Wed & Thurs at Wharfedale General Hospital. £3. Details: Clive Wilkinson 0113 267 1721 The Yorkshire Cancer Help Centre is now at the Day Therapy Unit, St Michael’s Hospice, Harrogate two Saturdays each month, offering support for people with cancer & their loved ones. Details: Esme 01423 881392/ Karen 01937 573166, www.ychc.org.uk TALKS & DISCUSSIONS Forum 2000 Wed 7 Dec, 10am at The Grove Centre, New St. Horsforth. Last item of year – Alan Radford talks about Leeds Waits & performs some of the seasonal pieces that make them such a welcome part of Christmas events in the area. Details: Hilary Taylor 258 3521, hm.taylor1@ntlworld.com Leeds Microscopical Society (LMS) meets 2nd & 4th Thurs, 7pm at Alwoodley Methodist Church Hall.

Varied programme of talks & practical evenings, open to all with an interest in natural history & who wish to learn about microscopy. Dec 8: Beginning Microscopy & ‘Gossip’. Jan12: Minerals & Micromounts. Jan 26: Bring & Buy Microscope Bargains.

Leeds Naturalists’ Club & Scientific Association meets alternate Mon, 7.15pm in Museum & Seminar Room, Miall Block, Faculty of Biological Sciences, University of Leeds. Enjoy a series of talks on natural history subjects in winter, field meetings & exhibit evenings in summer. Details: Peter Larner 0113 261 2589, http//sites.google.com/site/ leedsnaturalistsclub

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Details: rspbleeds@ googlemail.com Yorkshire Archaeological Society (Family History Section) Sat 10 Dec, 2pm at 23, Clarendon Rd, Leeds – a lecture by Kitty Ross entitled ‘Music & Theatre in Leeds’.

Free drop-in sessions every Tues, 2 - 4pm for anyone needing help with family history research. Details: Mrs J. Butler 0113 263 9540 WOMEN’S GROUPS Adel Ladies Luncheon Club mets 1st Wed of month at Castle Grove Masonic Hall, Castle Grove Dr. LS6. Wed 7 Dec: The Nativity Play – a

humorous overview, with Clodagh Tweedale. Wed 4 Jan: ‘The Work of Street Angels’ with Paul Blakey, MBE. Details: Muriel Huntley 0113 230 1584 Adel YCA (Yorkshire Countrywomen’s Association) usually meet at 7.15pm at Adel Primary School, Tile Lane. New members & guests welcome £2.50. No meetings at school this month, Xmas Dinner is at Hazel’s on 12 Dec. Details: Val Crompton 225 9142 Athill WI meets 1st Tues of month, 1.30pm Adel Memorial Hall, Church Lane, Adel. Interesting speakers.

Visitors welcome (£2).

Details: Margaret Whitaker 2611969 British Federation of Women Graduates (Leeds Association) Regular meetings & activities. Details: Mary O’Regan 0113 262 4131, leedsawg@ntlworld. com

Bramhope Methodist Church Thursday Group meets 2nd Thurs at 8pm. A warm welcome is extended to ladies who enjoy an evening out with speakers, outings, activities & a chat.

Cookridge Crumpets WI 1st Tues of each month, 7.30pm at Holy Trinity C of E School, Green Lane, Cookridge.

Newly formed W.I Lively mixed age group. Wide variety of activities. Learn new skills, make new friends. New members welcome. Details: Becki Tyler 0788 262 9359, cookridgewi@yahoo.co.uk Horsforth WI meets 3rd Mon of the month at St James’s Parish Centre, Low Lane, 7.30pm. Interesting speakers.

Visitors welcome. Details: Pat 258 7062, Christine on 258 9501.

Leeds Women’s Luncheon Club Meets 4th Wed of the month, 12.15pm, The Cosmopolitan (formerly Golden Lion), Swinegate, Leeds. Interesting speakers.

Details: 0113 267 9316

Meanwood WI Tues 13 Dec at Meanwood Institute, Green Lane. Christmas Party.

Methodist Women’s Luncheon Club (Leeds & District) Welcomes new members to their monthly meetings at Devonshire Hall, Headingley on 2nd Wed of each month. Good food & excellent speakers! Details: Shirley 257 9381.

Soroptimist International Meet 2nd Mon each month 7pm at Weetwood Hall. All ladies welcome. Details: http://soroptimist-gbi.org/ leeds The Tuesday Club - Ladies’ Lunch Group Devonshire Hall, Cumberland Road, Headingley, last Tues of month. Lunch at 12.30pm, followed by talk. Details: Heather Harrison 267 8437 hharrison578@btinternet. com

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Aerials & Satellites 33 Digitel Appliances 57 ASD Appliances Auto Body Repairs 48 Chips Away Baby Gifts 43 Hugs & Stuff Bathrooms 13 Jason Child 11 Coral Bathrooms Beauty Treatments 46 Horsforth Beauty Suite 47 Sunshine Blinds & Curtains 44 Apollo Blinds Books 29 Philip Howard Books Builders 25 Hearthstead Construction 55 DPM Building & Joinery 62 M Wells Carpets 51 KD Carpets Carpet & Upholstery Cleaners 09 Fabriclean 18 Clean Care Cleaning Services 63 EcoClean Computer Repairs 27 Adel IT 63 Flat Fee for PC Dance Classes 43 Dance Inc.

Decorators 09 Anton 45 Gareth Thompson 55 Christopher Deane 56 Philip Richardson 60 Sean Danes 61 Russ Gaunt Driveways & Patios 17 Pawson Paving Electrician 48 REC Electrical 55 DH Electrical 62 BW Electrical 63 57 Electrical Estate Agent 41 David Moor Fragrances 11 Hawkin Pharmacy Garages 05 Grove Lane Garage 68 Motor Marque Garage Doors 25 ABI Gardening Services 14 MRL Grounds 14 DL Garden Services 15 Full Circle 17 JHG Gardening Gas Engineers 46 J. Ramsden 62 Rawdon Gas & Electrical Gates & Railings 60 MW Fabrications Hairdresser 65 The Hair Studio

Handyman 57 Handyman to Hire 61 Mr Fix-It Home Electrical 39 Woollett Service Jewellers 67 Queensbury Jewellers Joiners 14 RD Joinery Locksmiths & Security 17 CASAC 19 Genesys CCTV 45 Andy’s Locksmith Music Tuition 58 Achord Arts Office Space 37 Airedale House Pet Shop 18 The Pet Stop Photographer 58 Paul Dishman Plasterer 60 Kristian 63 S. Nicholls Plumbing & Heating 22 Trust Gas 33 Adel Plumbing & Heating 48 John the Plumber 56 DML Home Services 57 GPS 60 OTS 60 Plumbing Services 61 Paul Cole 61 Bell Property Services

Restaurant 07 Divino 22 Haley’s Hotel 23 Brasserie @ West Park Roofers 49 Action 63 Halls Roofing 63 VJR Roofing Self Storage 02 Ready Steady Store Sheepskin Gifts 18 Westmorland Sheepskins Solar Energy 60 Think Solar PV Swimming Lessons 61 Water Babies Taxis 64 Premier Private Hire Television Repairs 60 Horsforth TV Repairs Theatre 34/35 City Varieties Tiler 61 Ceramic & Stone Tiler Tree Surgeon 15 Bartlett Tree Experts Tuition 45 Kip McGrath Upholsterer 63 Abbey Upholstery Windows & Conservatories 03 Rainbow 09 Armour Glaze 12 Tate Windows 58 Adrian C Addy

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The Hair Studio would like to welcome new clients

1st VISIT

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The Hair Studio 64A Otley Road, Far Headingley, Leeds LS6 4BA

North Leeds Life proudly presents another year of

CELEBRATING LOCAL SUCCESS FEBRUARY 2011

HORSFORTH | COOKRIDGE | ADEL | BRAMHOPE

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

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Launch of Yorkshire Fashion Archive

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WYP celebrates 21 years

Local micro breweries’ success

Leeds kids in The Wiz at WYP

Local festivals attract 1000s

44th year for West Indian Carnival DECEMBER 2011

HEADINGLEY | WEETWOOD | WEST PARK | MEANWOOD

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Headingley’s Left Bank wins Heritage Award

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