North Leeds Life Magazine. July 2017. LS7, LS8, LS17 Edition

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DEAR READERS,

Wheatfields; and Hope Pastures’ Fun Dog Show & Fete is back and is bigger and better than ever!

Plus there’s RSPB’s Big Wild Night Out, the St Gemma’s Colour Run, and our Tracy Foster wins Silver at the Chelsea Flower Show with her ‘Welcome to Yorkshire’ garden.

Don’t forget to send us your news and notices for our August edition – the deadline is 5th July (12th July for advertising).

We look forward to hearing from you.

With the drama of the General Election behind us, hopefully we will now have a couple of months of lazy, hazy Summer days to enjoy and time to recharge our batteries!

Things to look out for this month include the Howard Hodgkin exhibition at The Hepworth Wakefield; The Barber Shop Chronicles at The Playhouse, partly inspired by a barber in Chapeltown; and the North Leeds Food Festival in Roundhay Park – back for its second year.

Jean Piper is Diving for Clive again as well as undertaking three other challenges to raise funds for Sue Ryder

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12 Barber Shop Chronicles a dynamic new play inspired by a Leeds barber, opens at The Playhouse.

14 Howard Hodgkin: Painting India at The Hepworth The first comprehensive exhibition exploring the influence of India on his work.

25 North Leeds Food Festival Returns to Roundhay Park With an expanded range of food and drink alongside exciting entertainment.

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33 Hope Pastures’ Fun Dog Show and Fete - Now in its fifth year

44 Get Ready to Rock the Rainbow! -Leeds Colour Run – the

this is a great day out, even if you don’t have a dog!

biggest, brightest, happiest and most colourful 5km Leeds has ever seen!

35 RSPB’s Big Wild Sleep Out - The RSPB encourages the nation to sleep

45 North Leeds Greenway

under the stars to discover more about wildlife at night

36 Tracy Takes Silver at Chelsea!

Our regular ‘Garden Round Up’ columnist takes Silver at the Chelsea Flower Show!

Health Walks - Chalk up their first anniversary, managed by Friends of Allerton Grange Fields

46 City Varieties Youth Theatre Presents ‘Loserville’

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Leeds Trinity University Celebrates 50 Years EDITORIAL Carole Carey-Campbell carole@northleedslife.co.uk

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eeds Trinity is celebrating its fiftieth anniversary throughout the 2016-17 academic year with a calendar of events including high-profile lectures.

At a recent reception at Leeds Civic Hall, TV presenter and Chancellor of Leeds Trinity, Gabby Logan, congratulated the institution, and highlighted its work with 2,500 businesses across the region.

“At Leeds Trinity we prepare our students for life – and our work with businesses is one of the most important objectives of the institution”, said Gabby. “The university is focused on ‘professionalising’ its students, nurturing the whole person and developing skills through its courses.”

This was echoed by Stephanie Burras, Chief Executive of Ahead Partnership and Chair of the Employability and Skills Board for Leeds City Region Enterprise Partnership (LEP).

“LEP aims to increase high level skills,

boost business growth and widen employment in the region, and the work Leeds Trinity is doing is complementing this substantially”, she said. “The six week work placements are of huge benefit to our regional businesses, and many Leeds Trinity students continue working for their placement provider.”

Graduate employability at Leeds Trinity has risen by 10% in the last five years, with 71% of students gaining a graduate-level job.

Retention in the region is also higher than the national average, with 78.7% of students gaining employment in Yorkshire and Humber after graduation.

Leeds Trinity University was established in 1966 as two Catholic teacher training colleges with an intake of just 300 students. Today, the University has 3,500 students and offers 88 degree courses.

For more information, visit www. leedstrinity50.co.uk

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VESTA VICTORIA (VICTORIA LAWRENCE), 1873 – 1951 ‘QUEEN OF THE MUSIC HALL’

Victoria Lawrence first stepped on stage when she was four, billed as ‘Baby Victoria’, singing and dancing alongside her comedian father and her mother, a singer. Her family roots were deeply embedded in Leeds working class life, but like her parents she was to seek fame and fortune elsewhere. Audiences in the raucous music halls of the day loved her slightly saucy comic songs, delivered in cockney style with rousing choruses. She became an international vaudeville star, ‘England’s premier comedienne’, commanding a record salary when she came back to perform at the City Varieties. Like her best known songs, her personal life was tinged with naughtiness and scandal, giving the newspapers scope for titillating headlines! he was born in Holbeck in 1873, the second child of Joseph Lawrence, working then as a mechanic, and Emma, a cloth weaver. Joseph had been brought up in the old, grim Holbeck workhouse, while Emma had worked in the flax mills since childhood.

They married in 1870 when 20-year-old Emma was pregnant, and found they could escape their wretched past and the daily grind by performing together, perhaps first in pubs and then at the new music halls springing up around Leeds. Joseph (‘Joe’) developed a comedy act which now seems bizarre but was very popular: blacking his face and singing upside-down, waving his legs like arms while a model head was held on top – billed as the ‘amazing double-headed electric-footed negro’! Emma took the name Marion Nelson, and sang character songs. When pretty little Victoria arrived, they took her along as an added attraction.

Constantly on tour, with little chance of schooling, she was destined for the stage.

adultery and cruelty. In 1912, on tour in America, she married her manager, Herbert Terry, and had a second child, but it turned out that his wife was still alive, so the marriage was bigamous (a disconcerting echo of the punch-line from ‘Waiting at the Church’ – ‘Can’t get away to marry you today, My wife won’t let me!’). When Terry’s wife died in 1920 they married again, legally, but he left her a few years later, and she divorced him for desertion. The newspapers had a field day.

She retired from the stage during her years with Terry, but after her divorce in 1926 staged a comeback, sometimes appearing with her brother Lawrence Barclay, a songwriter and

After graduating from ‘Baby’ to ‘Little

actor. But tastes were changing and she was

Victoria’ at nineteen she took the name Vesta

ageing. By the early ‘30s she was no longer top

Victoria and went solo, while Joe moved

of the bill, though she appeared at the Royal

into theatre management and Emma looked

Variety Performance at the Palladium in 1932,

after the growing family, based in London

as one of the stars of ‘the good old days’. She still made occasional appearances in Leeds at

now. This was the great era of music hall and variety, theatres packed every night for two

MFrom the 1890s onwards she regularly

the Hippodrome, City Varieties and other halls,

performances, changing every week, with

toured the vaudeville circuit in the USA and

and figured in a couple of films and on the radio

prices from three pence. Victoria toured the

was a huge star there, winning rave reviews

into the ‘40s.

country, always on the move. Her signature

– and, she said, showers of love letters and

She died in 1951 at her London home,

song was ‘Daddy wouldn’t buy me a bow-wow’,

jewellery! She topped the bill wherever she went

still a wealthy woman. Alongside money and

written specially for her – it was an instant

and could demand big money- £50 a week. A

jewellery she left the old wicker basket that

hit, sung and whistled everywhere. She made

spirited fighter for her rights, she won substantial

had always accompanied her on tour, and the

other songs her own: ‘Waiting at the church’,

damages from the powerful Moss Empire in 1914

originals of some of her famous songs, which

‘Poor John’, ‘Our lodger’s such a nice young

over the terms of her contract.

found wry humour in the trials of ordinary

man’, enjoyed for their sly innuendo. Small and

Her personal life was less successful. In

people, especially women at the hands of men

vivacious, with a teasing deadpan delivery, she

1897 she married a theatrical manager, Frederick

– reflecting the story of her own life: ‘It ain’t all

was adored by her audiences, who roared out

McAvoy – she was already expecting her first

honey and it ain’t all jam’!

the catchy choruses.

child. Six years later she divorced him for

Eveleigh Bradford

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ive teams from Customer Services at HSBC took part in Leeds Mencap’s corporate charity challenge, together with several other local businesses, including Zurich Insurance and Winston Solicitors. They were all challenged to take a £50 loan and raise as much money as possible for the charity. While it was extremely close, there could only be one winner and that was Team Wright.

Their fundraising ideas included bag packing at Marks & Spencer’s, a sponsored 10K walk along the Leeds to Rodley canal, bake sales, silent auctions, and two darts competitions which resulted in the team raising £1,689.

Leeds Mencap, which provides support for adults and children with learning disabilities, was delighted with the support it received, raising over £10,000 in total.

“Our Apprentice Challenge is proving to be a popular way for local businesses to support the work

that we do across Leeds”, said Sarah Hooker, Head of Fundraising.

“It gives them the opportunity to be really creative and raise funds in a way that best suits the team – it is great for team building as well as helping us to provide our vital services.”

Teams are already signing up for 2018 Apprentice Challenge. For more information contact 0113 2351331 or info@leedsmencap.org.uk

Forward Leeds and Waterstones Launch Book Club new book club for people in treatment at Forward Leeds, the alcohol and drug service, has been launched with Waterstones in the city.

The ‘Read4Recovery’ book club was suggested by Forward Leeds clients who were keen to find activities to absorb and entertain them away from alcohol and drugs. Waterstones Leeds was happy to offer its support.

“Books offer escapism, distraction and a positive way to spend time”, said Gemma Patterson, Recovery Coordinator at Forward Leeds. “They can be a game

Pictured: Gemma Patterson, Forward Leeds, John Moore, Ged Rumfitt, Manager Waterstones, Becky Carroll, Forward Leeds

changer for people with addictions.

The Forward Leeds book club offers an insight into how being connected to others in a positive light can give them the motivation and strength to fight an addiction.”

Ged Rumfitt, Manager of Waterstones Leeds said: “We are delighted to be working with Forward Leeds on this. The enjoyment and the benefits you can get from a good book cannot be underestimated and there is such a huge choice to pick from.”

The Read4Recovery book club will meet monthly and initially Waterstones will provide books along with suitable book suggestions. The plan is for the club to become self-sufficient while continuing to partner with Waterstones on ideas and recommendations.

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Barber Shop Chronicles ‘Barber Shop Chronicles’, a dynamic new play inspired by a Leeds barber, opens at West Yorkshire Playhouse on Wednesday 12th July and runs until 29th July. ritten by Inua Ellams, the play centres around the conversations African men have in barber shops, and the role they play in their lives – from newsroom to political platform, local hot-spot to confessional, preacher-pulpit to football stadium. It travels from a barber shop in London to Johannesburg, Harare, Kampala, Lagos and Accra, where the banter can be barbed and the truth is always telling.

Inua researched the project in Africa, London and Leeds – where he met a barber from Stylistics on Chapteltown Road who inspired one of the play’s central characters.

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“The characters in Barber Shop Chronicles are deftly connected across continents and narratives and the play brims with energy, wit and heart”, said James Brining, Artistic Director of West Yorkshire Playhouse.

The cast includes Fisayo Akinade, Hammed Animashaun, Maynard Eziashi, Simon Manyonda, Patrice Naiambana, Cyril Nri), Kwami Odoom, Sule Rimi, Abdul Salis David Webber, and Anthony Welsh ‘Barber Shop Chronicles’ is a co-production by West Yorkshire Playhouse, the National Theatre and Fuel, which works locally, nationally and internationally to develop, create and tour new performance to the widest possible audience. It is directed by Bijan Sheibani and designed by Rae Smith, with lighting design by Jack Knowles, movement direction by Aline David and sound design by Gareth Fry.

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Howard Hodgkin: Painting India at The Hepworth The Hepworth Wakefield will present the first comprehensive Howard Hodgkin exhibition to explore the enduring influence India had on his work. He first visited India in 1964 and returned almost annually.

Visiting India changed my way of thinking Showing work from this time period offers an insight into Hodgkin’s relationship to India while also revealing the evolution of his pictorial language from the figurative work of the 1960s through to the dynamic, gestural style of recent years. As a painter of memories and experiences, many of the works capture the artist’s sensory impressions of India, from fierce blazing sunsets to heavy oppressive rains, landscapes and cities he has visited, and portraits of the people he has befriended.

bout 35 works from the last 50 years will be exhibited, from Hodgkin’s earliest India inspired paintings of the 1960s through to new work completed in India earlier this year, before his death in March.

Hodgkin is widely regarded as one of the world’s greatest painters and has been a central figure in contemporary art for over half a century.

“I fell in love with Indian art when I was at school, thanks to the enterprising art master, Wilfrid Blunt”, said Hodgkin following a visit to The Hepworth Wakefield in 2016. “I longed to visit India, but only managed to do so in my early thirties. It proved a revelation. It changed my way of thinking and, probably, the way I paint.”

Rarely seen photographs and documents from Hodgkin’s personal archive will also feature in the exhibition, as well as journals documenting his journeys in India, which will be displayed publicly for the first time.

Howard Hodgkin: Painting India is on display from 1st July – 8th October 2017

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Call for Artists: Shining a Light on Northern Art ew Light 2017, the most talked about Prize Exhibition in the North, is open for entries until 31st July. Organisers are calling for contemporary Northern artists to apply for this high profile exhibition, which boasts some of the region’s largest art awards, totalling more than £15,000.

Shortlisted artists will feature in the New Light Prize Exhibition, which will tour three prestigious venues: the Bowes Museum, Barnard Castle; Huddersfield Arts Gallery and Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle. And, for the first time, artists will have the opportunity to exhibit at a week-long exhibition at the Bankside Gallery, London.

New Light is open to artists (aged over 18) at any stage of their careers and aims to raise the profiles of Northern artists. Contemporary artists born, based, or who have studied in

New Light boasts some of the region’s largest art awards

the North of England: Cumbria, Durham, Lancashire, Northumberland and Yorkshire, should apply online at www.newlight-art.org. uk before 5pm on 31st July 2017. This year’s awards include the £10,000 Valeria Sykes Prize, a Patron’s Choice Award of £2,500 and a Printmakers’ Prize.

This year’s judges are contemporary artist Charming Baker; Frances Spalding CBE, renowned art critic and writer; Thom Hetherington, CEO of the Buy Art Fair and The Manchester Contemporary; Reyahn King, Chief Executive York Museums Trust; Anna Wilkinson, Director of Northern Print; and artist Emerson Mayes, CEO of New Light.

Artists are invited to submit wall-hung work in a wide range of media, including prints, drawing and painting, online at www. newlight-art.org.uk

Sing ON Taster Sessions pera North is holding free taster sessions for its new Sing ON programme in two North Leeds venues on Tuesday 25th July at St Barnabas Church, Alwoodley, 10.15 – 11.45am, and Oakwood Church (New Room), 3 – 4.30pm.

Sing ON is a programme of weekly music and singing activity for adults over 55. Participants will have the opportunity to take part in engaging workshops, led by professional artists in a relaxed and friendly environment, to experience the joy of singing as part of a group, make new friends and take part in exciting cultural activities, in their area.

Opera North would love to welcome as many people as possible to these taster sessions, to give people an insight into what Opera North can offer and what they could expect from attending regular sessions.

All being well, they hope to launch in both venues in Autumn. For further details, contact 0113 223 9999 or education@operanorth

Leeds Youth Opera presents:

Verdi’s A Masked Ball 5th to 8th July 2017, 7.30pm The incomparable Leeds Youth Opera bring Giuseppe Verdi’s character-led and action-packed score alive on the Carriageworks stage.

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Sam Bailey is to star alongside Jodie Prenger in Kay Mellor’s ‘Fat Friends The Musical’ when it premières at Leeds Grand Theatre later this year. am rose to fame when she won the tenth series of The X Factor. She went on to become a No.1 recording artist and received public acclaim for her role as Ma Morton in the recent UK tour of ‘Chicago’. She’s now taking on the muchloved role of Betty in Fat Friends, originated on screen by Alison Steadman.

“I loved the show when it was on ITV”, said Sam, “and I feel so honoured to be working with such very talented people – Kay Mellor and Nick Lloyd Webber in particular. I know I am going to learn so much working with them and I can’t wait to start rehearsals!”

The TV drama has been adapted for the stage by its creator Kay Mellor, whose extensive television credits include ‘Band of Gold’, ‘The Chase’, ‘The Syndicate’, ‘In the Club’, and whose stage credits include ‘A Passionate Woman’, which recently played at The Grand.

“I watched every

episode of The X Factor when Sam was in it”, said Kay. “To me she was an ordinary woman; a mother and a wife who had the voice of an angel and a wonderfully warm personality. I auditioned Sam for about one minute for Fat Friends the Musical - as soon as she said my words and I looked in her eyes, I knew that she understood the character of Betty. She is an instinctive actress who will bring great depth and warmth to the character.

I’m delighted to be working with her.”

I auditioned Sam for about one minute - as soon as she said my words, I knew that she understood the character of Betty ‘Fat Friends The Musical’ sees the nation’s favourite group of dieters reunited, with Jodie Prenger leading the company in the role of Kelly Stevenson.

With original music by Nicholas Lloyd Webber, Fat Friends will open at Leeds Grand Theatre in November ahead of an extensive UK tour.

Tickets (£20 - £50) are available now from 0844 848 2700 or online at leedsgrandtheatre.com

The Song Cycle Project Takes on Vaughan Williams n Saturday 29th July, the Song Cycle Project presents its take on Vaughan Williams’ ‘Songs of Travel’ at the Leeds Library, 18 Commercial Street LS1 6AL, at 6.30pm.

The Song Cycle Project, made up of Sara Knight, Rachel Dangerfield and Philip Jackson, three graduate singers from Leeds College of Music and Royal Northern College of Music, challenges the boundaries and stereotypes of classical music and how it’s performed. In this performance, they collaborate with dancer Martha Gosnold, to add another dimension.

These nine thought-provoking songs explore the themes of ‘home’ and ‘travel’. The concert is in aid

of Communication Matters, which values people who use any form of communication, and promotes the individual’s right to participate in all aspects of life by using the most appropriate means of communication to express their thoughts, feelings, needs and desires. It offer information and support on ways of communicating for people who have no voice through brain injury, stroke, MND. For more information about the charity please visit website: www. communicationmatters.org.uk/ Tickets available from www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/vaughangives-voice-tickets-34753739370

As well as both editions of North Leeds Life, you’ll also find many more interesting stories and events on our website, that have either arrived too late for inclusion, or we simply ran out of room in the magazine. We are adding new stories nearly every day. So don’t miss out!

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Will Young & Louise Redknapp Lead Cast in Cabaret at Leeds Grand Theatre

Will Young, reprises his Olivier Awardnominated performance as the enigmatic Emcee alongside Louise Redknapp, who makes her stage debut as Sally Bowles, in a multi-award winning production of ‘Cabaret’ when it hits

he show features show-stopping choreography

by Javier De Frutos, dazzling costumes and some of the most iconic songs in musical theatre including ‘Money Makes The World Go Round’, ‘Two Ladies’ ‘Maybe This Time’ and of course ‘Cabaret’.

The production turns Weimar Berlin of 1931 into a sassy, sizzling haven of decadence, and at its dark heart is the legendary and notorious Emcee, who performs nightly at the infamous Kit Kat Klub.

Since its Broadway premiere in 1966 - and the famous movie version with Liza Minnelli and Joel Grey Cabaret has won a staggering number of stage and screen awards, including eight Oscars, seven BAFTAs and 13 Tonys.

This production by Rufus Norris has enjoyed two West End runs and has picked up two Olivier Awards.

Ever since winning Pop Idol in 2001, Will Young has enjoyed a phenomenal career with four No.1 albums, as well as acting alongside

Leeds Grand Theatre in October.

Dame Judi Dench in the film ‘Mrs Henderson Presents’. Will made his West End debut in Cabaret and will be reprising his award winning performance.

Berlin is a sassy, sizzling haven of decadence Louise Redknapp rose to fame as a member of the girl group Eternal.

She left the band to carve out a successful solo career and most recently wowed the nation with her dancing skills in the 2016 series of Strictly Come Dancing.

Cabaret is at Leeds Grand Theatre from Tuesday 24th to Saturday 28th October 2017. Tickets (£20.50 – £41.50) are available from 0844 848 2700 or online at leedsgrandtheatre.com

Thoresby Society Publishes Mass Observation Diaries ass Observation was set up in 1937 to document the lives of ordinary people. Its first main publication, ‘May the Twelfth: Mass-Observation Day Surveys 1937’, published the testimony of over 200 observers on Coronation Day, 12th May. From August 1939, as war approached, MO asked its observers to keep diaries, and by 1945 some 480 people had done so. This volume publishes diaries from three Leeds’ residents in 1939-40: Joan and Tony Ridge of Far Headingley, who had come to Leeds from London in the Spring of 1938; and Henry Novy, who was sent to Leeds for military training in November 1940 as a result of his call-up.

The Ridges recorded their daily experiences in Leeds as the war closed in on their lives, including the problems of the blackout and fears for loved ones thought to be in danger. They discussed their attitudes to the War and to the Germans – he was of German descent and they had relations and friends in France. In a period that has come to be known as the ‘phoney war’, their lives were less disrupted than they might have expected, and travel and leisure continued to be relatively easy. Their thoughtful writing reveals some of the attitudes of the local population and the views of friends and neighbours, as well as their own private feelings.

All three diarists had literary interests.

The Ridges wrote of the theatre, cinema and music; and Novy’s diary says a lot about the mainly working-class men with whom he spent time every day – soldiers in training whose families were suddenly under threat from German bombing. These diaries capture much of the vivid immediacy of everyday wartime life.

Patricia and Robert Malcolmson are social historians who have published many books and articles on English history, including editions of several Mass Observation. They now live in British Columbia.

Available from The Thoresby Society, The Leeds Library, 18 Commercial Street, LS1 6AL

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Maggie’s Culture Crawl:

Take a Walk on the Cultural Side n Friday 29th S e p t e m b e r, Culture Crawl Leeds will take you on a fabulous 10k route around the city, raising money for Maggie’s Yorkshire, and u n c ove r i n g history, art and culture, with exclusive night access to some amazing buildings.

After registration and entertainment at Holy Trinity Church, there will be an exclusive experience at Leeds City Museum, highlighting important pieces from 540million years of history, including some unavailable to the public.

You will visit the Corn Exchange, full of architectural delights and entertainment especially for you, and then move on to The Tetley for a rare evening viewing of their acclaimed art gallery,

You’ll uncover history, art and culture

alongside the history of the building itself.

The Crawl concludes at The Queens Hotel where, two storeys down, you will explore fascinating tunnels and hidden rooms.

You may even find the answer to the rumours that the Queens has a door opening directly onto the River Aire,

before finishing in the Chandelier Room with well deserved refreshments.

Maggie’s partner, first direct, has already registered a large team, and provided volunteers to help with the event, which is open to corporate teams, and families or individuals.

Sign-up before 1st August and you will get 25% off the £20 registration fee.

Participants are asked to raise £80 in sponsorship for the Maggie’s Yorkshire Centre, to be built in the grounds of St James’s University Hospital. With 30,000 new diagnoses a year in Yorkshire, you will be supporting people affected by cancer across the region.

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Issho: A New Japanese Experience

We were lucky enough to be invited along to Issho’s pop-up restaurant at Angelica’s in Trinity recently, and indulged in an evening of fabulous Japanese small plates. The restaurant proper has just opened in Victoria Gate and its rooftop setting is absolutely stunning, with great views across the city. he latest venue from D&D London, Issho, which means ‘together’ in Japanese, serves authentic Japanese dishes with a contemporary twist and an emphasis on sharing.

selection including salmon, tuna and Seaweed wrapped Maki; followed by a delicious a Seared Diver Scallop with Jalapeno and Apple and Eggplant Miso which was rich, dark and melty and unlike any aubergine dish I had ever tasted before.

We were now completely lost in a taste bubble, nothing existed beyond our table. We quickly consumed some unbelievably delicious Sesame Grilled Bream with Ponzu and Pickled Onion, and Beef Fillet with Smoked Chilli, then we felt that some salad was called for and went for the Issho Tomato Salad with Whipped Tofu, Sherry Vinegar and Sesame and our taste buds went into overdrive! Every drop of that dressing was spooned out of the bowl and it took serious self control not to actually lick it!

Then there was dessert! When we say we opted for Yorkshire Rhubarb Crumble and Cheese Cake you might think “Ho Hum”. But this was Chilled Yorkshire Rhubarb Crumble with Granny Smith and Sake Sorbet and Frozen Yuzu Meringue Cheese Cake. Although both desserts might have had some familiar elements of these dishes, believe me they were neither crumble nor cheese cake as you know them! But , oh so delicious!

Now Issho has opened in Victoria Gate and, if their pop up at Angelica’s is anything to go by, it is well worth a visit!

To make a reservation call 0113 426 5000 or email reservations@issho-restaurant.com www.issho-restaurant.com

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snacked on Sweet Potato Crackers with Pea Guac and spicy Endamame Beans (a little tricky to eat!) as we selected several dishes from the menu. First there was a teeming Sushi & Sashimi Platter with a lovely

North Leeds Food Festival Returns to Roundhay Park he North Leeds Food Festival returns to Roundhay Park from 10am – 8pm on 22nd /23rd July, with an expanded range of food and drink alongside an exciting new roster of entertainment.

The festival, now in its second year, celebrates the region’s talent in its various forms. Foodies will be able to sample food from Africa, South America, Mexico, as well as more locally inspired dishes. Wonderful savoury dishes will be complemented by a whole range of internationally inspired desserts too – from Spanish Churros, to Belgian Waffles, or watch a vendor whip up fresh Thai ice cream on a Cold Plate in front of your eyes.

Seven Independent Bars will showcase their best beverages, from York-based Sloemotion, to Thistly Cross Cider, New Zealand Wines, A VW vintage Champagne bar, and the Soldiers’ Ale House will host over 20 different ales.

Of course, the festival is not just about food and drink. This year, the main stage will host a cutting-edge line up of entertainment, with Five* rated Mind Reader and Hypnotist

Aaron Calvert and magicians taking to the stage during the day, then live comedy, including Justin Moorhouse and Dan Nightingale, in the evening. Plus, a whole host of the region’s best singer-songwriters will perform, and Leeds College of Art is mounting an art showcase.

There will be book readings for children from Hayley Dodsworth & Donna Harrison, bumper kids packs on entrance, face painting, Rugby Tot taster lessons, and a ‘get inspired’ maze. The fun fair has tripled in size, plus an inflatable world has been added to the children’s line up.

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Candlelighters Cottage Campaign Pictured: Katie Pinnock Charitable Partnerships, Mick Ward Leeds Clinical Commissioning Groups, Val Hewison, Helena Bladon, Sian Cartwright, & Karen Lewis from Carers Leeds, & Lisa Weaks The King’s Fund

Carers Leeds Wins National Award arers Leeds, which offers support, advice and information to carers in Leeds recently won a GSK IMPACT Award, which recognises excellence in charities improving health and wellbeing in their communities.

The charity picked up its award at a ceremony in the Science Museum, London, after taking part in a three day development programme with The King’s Fund.

Across the UK, there are 6.5 million carers supporting a loved one who is older, disabled or seriously ill. There are thought to be more than 73,000 carers in Leeds, and there has been an increase in the number of carers of working age who are caring for parents. The pressures of caring contribute to significant health and wellbeing challenges. Research by Carers UK shows that 82% of carers believe caring has a negative impact on their health, and 55% have experienced depression.

Carers Leeds is committed to improving the lives of the city’s unpaid carers and helping them to continue caring. Based in Leeds city centre, it delivers confidential oneto-one and group support, as well as advice over the phone and online. It has played a key role in reshaping local services around

the needs of carers. In 2014, it became the single point of access to services for carers in Leeds, which had previously been divided between five separate organisations. Carers now have just one telephone number to remember and can access a greater range of services.

Carers Leeds is determined to reach out to different groups of carers and to tailor its support to the diverse communities in the city. Identifying particular barriers to mainstream services faced by Gypsies and Travellers in caring roles, Carers Leeds are providing them with information and advice.

The charity also runs other projects, including training for carers of people with dementia, and support for bereaved carers and those affected by the substance or alcohol abuse of someone they know.

“Carers Leeds has demonstrated excellent leadership in developing new and improved approaches to meeting the needs of carers”, said Lisa Weaks, Head of Third Sector at The King’s Fund. “By becoming the single point of access for carers in Leeds, it’s helping people navigate a complex system and receive the advice and support they need.”

Candlelighters, the Yorkshire-based children’s cancer charity, already gives £24,000 a year to help fund accomodation for families travelling from all over Yorkshire for their children undergoing treatment at Leeds Children’s Hospital. Current accomodation provided by The Sick Children’s Trust sees a waiting list of at least ten families per night, showing that more accomodation is drastically needed.

So, Candlelighters have now invested in their own house and are calling for help with funding the £250,000 renovation. The Candlelighters Cottage is a two minute walk from Leeds Children’s Hospital, and will house four families a night.

The Lord Mayor of Leeds, Cllr Jane Dowson, has chosen Candlelighters as her official charity this year and all money raised by the Lord Mayor’s appeal will go directly towards funding the renovations at Candlelighters Cottage.

If you would like to contribute, visit www.candlelighters.org.uk, or call the charity on 0113 322 9283.

‘Valla’ is a New Approach to Volunteering ounded by enthusiastic volunteers frustrated with the overcomplicated nature of finding volunteering opportunities close-by, new app Valla addresses the need for a modern approach to community volunteering. The aim is to create a network of ‘Vallanteers’ who can all transform their local communities.

“Every time we looked for a volunteering opportunity, we found ourselves asking questions such as ‘Where should I look for opportunities?’ ‘How can I apply?’ and ‘What if I want to do it with my friends?’” said app creator James Hall. “Valla answers all of these questions and removes unnecessary

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complexity by providing a platform to connect volunteers to those in need of their help, whether they are individuals, charities, events or organisations.”

Valla works like a dating app, ensuring people find the perfect match through a GPS function. It is free to use, anyone can sign-up to create an opportunity, share it and become a Vallanteer!

The team behind the app come from different professional backgrounds

including a utilities technology company and a marketing agency. They share a passion for making volunteering more relevant and widening participation to enable stronger communities and create lasting legacies.

Valla will also generate value for medium to large organisations making use of the platform for company CSR activities.

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Jewish Welfare Board Receives Weston Charity Award Leeds Jewish Welfare Board recently received a Weston Charity Award which will see the charity receive funding and strategic support to help it reach more people across the region.

We want to develop our services further so we can provide our vital support where it is needed most eeds Jewish Welfare Board offers practical and emotional support for Jewish adults with learning difficulties, mental health problems, physical disabilities and more. From projects focused on sensory impairment, dementia and wellbeing, through to an advice line and community centre activities, the charity helps people live with dignity and participate in society.

The Weston Charity Award will help to develop sustainable funding streams, strengthen its leadership skills, and understand how to cope with the changing external environment, such as policy changes, the increasingly complex needs of its service users, and new regulatory responsibilities.

“As Leeds Jewish Welfare Board celebrates 140 years, we want to develop our services further so we can reach more people and provide our vital support where it is needed most”, said Elizabeth Bradbury, Chief Executive, Leeds Jewish Welfare Board.

The charity is one of 17 charities from across the North of England and the Midlands selected as winners of the 2017 Weston Charity Awards.

Each organisation will receive funding and strategic support from a team of senior business leaders through the organisation, Pilotlight.

Moortown Community Group’s AGM Moortown Community Group holds its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday 11th July, 7.30pm at The Queens Hall, Immaculate Heart Church, 294 Harrogate Road.

The agenda will include Rob O’Brien from Leeds City Council Department of Highways talking about ‘Outer Ring Road Junction Improvements & East Leeds Orbital Route Update’; plus ‘Moortown Community Garden’ (between shops at Moortown Corner), an update on Moortown Park, Moortown in Bloom, Festive Lights, events and tasks for 2017/2018, plus the election of committee members and officers.

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Rowland Ding: Yorkshire Aviator The Friends of Roundhay Park invite you to a special presentation about Yorkshire aviator Rowland Ding (1885-1917) on Sunday 9th July, 1pm at Roundhay School (LS8 1ND).

Rowland Ding was the chief test pilot for Blackburn Aircraft Company on Roundhay Road. He was a local hero, often flying from the Soldiers’ Field, but tragically dying in an accident nearby.

His grandson Rowland Burley and the grandson of the founder of Blackburn Aircraft Company, Robert Blackburn, will speak about their respective grandfathers’ achievements.

Admission is £5 (U-19s free). Pay on the door, or in advance via www.forp. org Enter through the main entrance on Old Park Road.

Healthy Lives & Healthy Homes for Older People eel Good Factor, the health and wellbeing organisation based in Chapeltown, recently received more Big Lottery Funding for its partnership project Healthy Lives, Healthy Homes (HLHH), which focuses on the health needs of older Black & Minority Ethnic (BME) people.

Together with Care & Repair Leeds and Leeds Black Elders, Feel Good Factor will work with other organisations to help older BME people to retain and maintain their health and independence by focusing on preventative services and support

around positive activities and housing.

It will also help them to access mainstream provision which might have been difficult to access previously.

The HLHH project works with both statutory and voluntary organisations and housing providers to avoid duplication and improve efficiency, resulting in a more co-ordinated approach.

Feel Good Factor provides physical and emotional support through peer mentoring, advocacy and activities to grow social and support networks for older people who have become socially isolated.

Care & Repair visits older people in their homes to assess their housing needs and help them to live independently through making simple adaptations or referrals.

Leeds Black Elders provides a decorating and gardening service so older people can live safely and comfortably in their homes, and support to access activities.

For more information contact Zobi Barok, Healthy Lives, Healthy Homes Co-ordinator on 0113 350 4200.

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Three Daring Challenges for Wheatfields Jean Piper has continually raised funds for Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice since her husband, Clive, was cared for at the hospice – all whilst facing her own battles with cancer.

ean’s cancer is thankfully now in remission but she shows no sign of slowing down. She is celebrating her seventieth year by abseiling down the Arcelor Mittal Orbit building at the Olympic Park, doing a nine-day trek in the Grand Canyon, and Wing Walking in Selby – with all proceeds going to the hospice.

She has previously completed numerous activities – from walking on hot coals to relaxing garden parties, and every year she does ‘The Dive for Clive’ – a sky dive in memory of Clive. “I just want to raise as much money as possible to help other people experience the same wonderful care that Clive and I have had”, said Jean.

“There are plenty of activities that you can get involved in to help the hospice,

whether that is through volunteering or fundraising”, said Mary Campbell, Head of Fundraising at Wheatfields. “It’s a brilliant way to meet new people, forge friendships and give back to the community.’’

Wheatfields Hospice has been at the heart of the community for over 40 years providing hospice care for people who are dying from conditions such as cancer, heart failure and other life-limiting conditions, and helping people to live out their lives to their very best.

Alternatively, if you would like to do your own activity, please contact Mary on 0113 203 3377 or mary.campbell@ sueryder.org If you would like to support Jean, please go to: www.justgiving.com/ fundraising/Jean-Piper70

North Leeds Mumbler – A New Parenting Community A free parenting community has launched in North Leeds and Wharfedale that promises to take the stress out of family life.

Mumbler is an online community that supports families by providing free relevant, local information. It is about supporting families and bringing parents and carers together from across the area. The aim is to create a sense of community throughout Wharfedale and North Leeds with the Facebook chat group providing a safe place to discuss all things family.

“Speaking with parents, it soon became clear that they all wanted the same things - up-to-date information on what’s on locally, recommendations from parents, healthcare information, and most of all, finding friends who are going through the same things as them”, said Anna Winter, Founder of North Leeds Mumbler.

“The websites aim to bring all of the local information that families need together in one place. Whether you want to know about the best place to take your child swimming or what to pack when you go into hospital to give birth, the Mumbler community is on hand to advise.”

North Leeds Mumbler covers: Shadwell, Alwoodley, Harewood, Chapel Allerton, Roundhay, Oakwood, Moortown, Meanwood, Weetwood, Adel, Cookridge, Headingley, West Park, Hyde Park, Thorner, Bardsey, East Keswick For more information visit northleeds.mumbler.co.uk or wharfedale.mumbler.co.uk

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News From Your Councillors Cllr

DAN COHEN Alwoodley

After weeks of frantic campaigning, leaflet delivering and posters disappearing from where they were the night before, normality, or something approaching it, has returned. Every time I hear a commentator speak of another election very soon I have a mild panic attack! For everyone’s sake, I hope the next election we have to face is the Leeds City Council election next May.

Community News For now, the most pressing matter at hand is enjoying our city in the glorious British Summer (I am forever the optimist).

Three very different events are coming to Leeds over the coming months. On 1st July, the Wetherby Choral Society, which has members from across Alwoodley and North Leeds, will perform their Summer concert with a great repertoire, including Bernstein’s Chichester Psalms, at St James’ Parish Church, Wetherby, at 7.30pm.

Tickets are available from 01937 574077 Alwoodley Parish Council follows up its Brass Band concert with ‘Jazz on the Village Green’ on Sunday 20th August at 2.30pm, and it’s free.

My third Summer highlight is the Leeds City Beach at Millennium Square from 12th – 26th August. This fab event brings the seaside experience to the centre of the city.

A beach, rides, Punch and Judy … it really is all there.

My one word of caution follows recent PACT meetings (6.30pm on the first Monday of every month at Treetops Community Centre). With the longer days and the finer

weather, it is absolutely vital to ensure doors and windows are secure. It’s also important to ensure that sheds are locked at night and especially that expensive garden furniture and bikes are not left where they can be easily taken.

Finally, Leeds is seeing more major sports events. This is great for the city. It does though mean more frequent road closures. My question for the month is – how well do you think the city handles these road closures? Are residents given enough notice? Is road signage sufficiently clear?

What could be done better? I welcome your thoughts, which will be presented to the powers that be.

As always, if you have any local concerns or issues please do not hesitate to get in touch with Neil, Peter or myself, we’re always happy to try and help.

Tel: 07711 647 849 Email: daniel.cohen@leeds.gov.uk Shadow Spokesman for Culture & Skills

Weekenders’ Club Seeks New Trustees eeds Weekend Care Association (also known as Weekenders’ Club) is a local independent organisation that runs four projects – all committed to enhancing the lives of children with disabilities, young people, and their families. A registered charity, supported by Leeds Social Care, it offers a citywide service to those families and carers whose children would benefit from these projects, whilst at the same time providing a short break from caring for children with inclusive needs. It provides fun activities in the form of short breaks in a secure environment with highly trained staff.

Leeds Weekend Care Association is currently seeking new trustees who can contribute to the development of the organisation, if you have skills in HR or Employment Law, do contact them - or the capability and commitment to help them to:

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Ensure that the charity has a clear vision, mission and strategic direction; Be responsible for the performance of the charity and for its corporate behaviour; Ensure that the charity complies with all legal and regulatory requirements; Act as guardian of the charity’s assets, taking all due care over their security, deployment and proper application; Ensure that the charity’s governance is of the highest possible standard.

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Selection of trustees is through an open recruitment process. If you are interested in finding out more, please contact 0113 216 5133, email angela. roberts@lwca.co.uk, or visit www.lwca. co.uk/join-us/trustees/

Hope Pastures’ Fun Dog Show and Fete ope Pastures’ popular Fun Dog Show and Fete will take place on Sunday 16th July, at the horse and pony sanctuary on the Ring Road at Weetwood.

Kim Pengelly, Hope Pastures Fundraiser.

“It wasn’t just the Dog Show and Fete that were busy - the food court had a real party atmosphere, helped by the fantastic live music and activities for the family.

Now in its fifth year this is a great day out, even if you don’t have a dog! As well as the showing classes, there’s lots of doggy (and human) activities, attractions and stalls, with home-cooked food (and cake!). For those who wish to sit and ‘chill’ there’s a beer and Pimms tent, as well as live music in the food court.

“Last year’s show was a brilliant success - most people who visited stayed most of the day, as there was so much to do”, said

“As we had so many dog entries last year, we’ve set up a second Show Ring this time, which means we’re running twice as many classes – so twice as many dogs will have a chance to win a rosette and some fabulous prizes. We want all dogs to enjoy the Show and each will receive a small gift on arrival.

“We’d like to thank all our sponsors for their support, especially our overall show sponsor, David Wilson Homes, whose help makes running the day possible.”

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veryone is familiar with the song of the Cuckoo, but how many people know what this bird looks like, or have even seen one?

Sadly this once Photo: Andy common species is Hay becoming rarer in the UK RSPBdue to the loss of suitable images. habitat and drought in com Africa. It is in fact a striking bird, sometimes mistaken for a small bird of prey, such as a Sparrowhawk, with a slim body, long tail, small head and pointed wings. It is blue-grey above, with black and white striped underparts, and has a short, slightly curved bill. It is, infamously, a brood

parasite – meaning that it lays its eggs in the nests of other birds, which then raise the cuckoo chick as their own.

When it hatches, the Cuckoo chick instinctively pushes any other eggs from its

host species out of the nest so that it can benefit from all the food the parents bring. Despite being raised by another species, the juvenile Cuckoo manages to make its way to central and southern Africa in the Autumn. Common host species are Reed Warbler, Dunnock and Meadow Pipit, but nests of more than a hundred other species have been used by Cuckoos. As well as the familiar “cuck-oo”, it also has a harsh guttural call in flight, and the female has a rapid bubbling call.

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RSPB’s Big Wild Sleep Out very year, the RSPB encourages the nation to sleep under the stars to discover more about wildlife at night.

What goes on in your garden at night?

While you’re tucked up in bed, the natural world comes alive as nocturnal creatures go about their lives under cover of darkness. Bats may start to hunt for moths and other flying insects at dusk. They find their way by echolocation, and the calls of each species have a different frequency range. Two of the most common UK bats are common Pipistrelle and Noctule.

The Nightingale (now rare in the North) is not the only bird that carries on singing as night falls – Robins, Blackbirds and Song Thrushes can all still be heard as the sun sets. Of course, Tawny and other owls are the truly nocturnal birds, more often heard than seen as they set off to hunt at nightfall.

Many UK mammals only emerge at

night when human activity is at its lowest. These include small rodents, such as mice and voles, hedgehogs, foxes and badgers. You would be lucky to see any of these on your sleepout but you could certainly hear their squeaks and rustlings, and perhaps the strange barking of the fox.

For more of a group activity, you could join in with events planned at RSPB reserves, where you are more likely to see and experience a variety of wild creatures, with experts on hand to help.

The Big Wild Sleepout is a way of getting kids out and about, away from screens, and connected to nature. To take part in the Big Wild Sleepout 2017, from 28th – 30th July,

you can camp out in your garden or pitch up at an RSPB reserve. RSPB Fairburn Ings is holding an event on Saturday 29th July, which also includes daytime activities.

Apply online now for a free pack full of ideas and goodies, at ww2.rspb.org.uk/ kids-and-schools/kids-and-families/bigwild-sleepout

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A Jungle in Roundhay!

The Jungle Garden is a lush rainforest of a suburban garden and the brainchild of Roundhay resident Nick Wilson, who is opening his little corner of tropical paradise to the public for charity on Sunday 25th June, 1 – 5pm, as part of Roundhay Open Gardens; and on Sunday 30th July, 11am – 5pm, for the National Gardens Scheme (NGS) Gardens for Charity. Beneficiaries include Marie Curie and Macmillan.

Nick’s inspiration for the ’Jungle’ garden style was born out of a few holidays to Cornwall, visiting the lush, tropical looking gardens of Trebah, Trellisick and Glendurgan he came away with the idea of trying to create something similar in Yorkshire.

A multi-level suburban garden with jungle style planting areas and accents of hot tropical colour all connected by boardwalks and bark paths, crown lifted trees create an overhead canopy. Walk underneath mad, huge Gunnera leaves, brush past bamboos - adventure, exploration. . . if Indiana Jones did it, you can too – right here in Leeds!

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Tracy Takes Silver at Chelsea!

Pictured: Gary Verity with Tracy.

e are absolutely thrilled that garden designer Tracy Foster, our regular ‘Garden Round Up’ columnist, recently won a Silver Award for her ‘Welcome to Yorkshire’ garden at the Chelsea Flower Show. The response from the public was overwhelming.

Tracy took her inspiration from the stunning Yorkshire coastline. The design included a cliff, beach, moving sea and a ruined abbey, and required eight tonnes of Scarborough sand, 11 tonnes of Yorkshire chalkstone, nine tonnes of sandstone and two tonnes of pebbles from Flamborough to construct, and it featured 3,000 coastal trees and plants.

“I’m delighted people loved this garden as much as I loved designing and building it”, said Tracy. “The reactions were fantastic and touching as people with connections to Yorkshire described how the garden took them back there and those who had never seen the county’s beauty first hand said a visit was now top of their bucket list.”

“Our Chelsea gardens are designed to showcase the county to the world and this one did that perfectly”, said Gary Verity, Chief Executive, Welcome to Yorkshire. “The reaction of show visitors was incredible and we hope many of them will now pay a visit to the county we are all so proud of.”

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The company specialise in a whole range of exterior cleaning services for residential and commercial clients, from driveway and decking cleaning to roof and gutter cleaning, UPVC windows and conservatories and even graffiti and gum removal.

M.D. James Weaver gave us an insight into Northern Restoration’s unique approach. “Our objective is to carry out professional work at an affordable price and ensure all our customers are entirely happy before we ask for a single penny.”

A scan of the company’s website at www.northernrestoration.co.uk reveals that this strategy is paying off handsomely. Joan from York says of their service: “I would just like to say a massive thank you to Northern Restoration for completely transforming my home. They cleaned everything, roof, gutters, wall, windows, driveway and decking leaving the house to look like a new home.”

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July is usually a busy month outdoors for wildlife as well as gardeners.

I love the idea that our gardens offer food and homes to all sorts of visiting creatures, dragonflies to toads and frogs, birds or fox cubs.

Wild things I love the idea that our gardens offer food and homes to all sorts of visiting creatures. From dragonflies to toads and frogs, birds or fox cubs they are all fascinating to watch and learn about – even some of the less popular visitors are actually doing some good. Did you know that wasps eat lots of garden pests such as aphids? And they also pollinate herbs and flowers.

If you are very lucky you might see baby hedgehogs visiting your garden. A litter of three to five young is average and they stay with their mother until they are a few weeks old. Putting out hedgehog food or meaty flavoured dog or cat food will encourage them to visit, but no milk please as it can make them unwell.

You can encourage all sorts of visitors to your garden just by creating places for them to live and shelter and no special skill is required – a pile of sticks tucked away at the back of the border is ideal. This is a great way to

use sticks and stems that are too woody to go on the compost heap.

Other Jobs Water plants well in dry weather. Plants growing in pots and baskets will need feeding regularly too. Greenfly can be removed by gently rubbing them off the plant they are infesting, or by spraying the plant with diluted soapy liquid. Cut flowers off lavender plants and hang them up to dry – perfect for keeping a drawer of clothes smelling fresh.

The vegetable harvest has really begun with all sorts of produce being ready to pick!

Kitchen Garden Herbs can be cut and dried or frozen now so that you can enjoy them for months to come. Fresh herb teas are lovely – just add boiling water and a spoonful of honey to a handful of mint for refreshing mint tea.

The vegetable harvest has really begun with all sorts of produce being ready to pick including carrots, beetroots, strawberries, lettuce and chard to name a few. Garlic will start to turn yellow when it is ready to harvest – it can then be hung up to dry so that you can store it for use in Winter. And, of course, it’s not too late to make sowings of vegetables – try lettuces, rocket, French beans and radishes.

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THE LEVELLING DIRECTED BY: HOPE DICKSON LEACH STARRING: ELLIE KENDRICK, DAVID TROUGHTON, JACK HOLDEN

CERT: 15 RUNNING TIME: 83 MINS riter-director Hope Dickson Leach marks herself out as a filmmaker with considerable promise with this excellent and affecting debut feature.

Hearing of the death of her younger brother, Clover (Ellie Kendrick) returns to her family farm in Somerset which has been ravaged by floods six months previously to learn more about the circumstances surrounding his death and make the necessary funeral arrangements. This also involves a strained attempt at reconnection with her father Aubrey (David Troughton) after a lengthy period of estrangement.

While Aubrey maintains that his son, Harry’s, death was the result of an accidental gunshot wound occurring the night of a drunken party to celebrate Harry’s inheritance of the farm, Clover comes to suspect it may have been suicide.

As Clover becomes aware of happenings on the farm in her absence, she is forced to reckon with her past choices and family relationships.

As an intense and focused family drama The Levelling deals powerfully with the themes of loss, grief and guilt.

The wider context and background to the story is built piece by piece in a way which renders the eventual emotional pay off extremely impactful.

Well drawn characters are brought to life by an extraordinary pair of performances

With a limited cast, the film is almost a two-hander centering around Clover and Aubrey, well drawn characters brought to life by an extraordinary pair of performances. Aubrey, a widower, is clearly a deeply wounded man numbing his pain with whiskey and attempting to put a brave face on his grief with a forced show of cheery bluster. He keeps his love for his children locked away as he does the shotguns in the farmhouse, with a similar false sense of security and potential for explosive revelation. As Clover, Ellie Kendrick delivers an extraordinarily nuanced performance managing to convincingly convey a conflicting swirl of emotion. Clover oscillates between sadness and anger, struggling to navigate the loss of her brother and her long standing, deep seated resentment of her father, while she tries to assuage the guilt she feels and manage her sense of responsibility.

Taking place in the shadow of death there’s a bleak, weighty atmosphere to the film and the setting of a rural community devastated by flooding also gives the sense of a struggle toward recovery and of people working together to overcome desperation and despair.

Low key, subdued and melancholy, The Levelling is a grounded, thoroughly believable and deeply human film. It’s also very well shot with cinematography that infuses the dilapidated farm buildings and surrounding landscapes with a mournful beauty.

Through its tight and considered structure over a relatively brief running time, combined with the first rate acting at its heart, the film skillfully takes one through the emotional journey of these characters to a satisfying conclusion that is deeply resonant and moving.

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Kamasi Washington Sat 1 July, O2 Academy, £27.50. American jazz saxophonist, composer & band leader following in the traditions of John Coltrane, Ornette Coleman & Albert Ayler.

Jesse Malin Sat 8 July, Belgrave Music

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HEART, £8/ £5. Exciting new Klezmer, Balkan and Romany folk quintet.

Chambers. Hypnotic, minimal grooves, African desert blues, free jazz, protopunk, Southern boogie, & ecstatic Arabic chaabi.

Robert Glasper Mon 3 July, Belgrave

Music Hall, £27.50. Artist weaving elements of jazz, hip-hop, R&B & rock who’s worked extensively with Q-Tip & as music director in Yasiin Bey’s touring band.

Jenny Cole & Anita Collins Tues 4 July,

Headingley HEART, £3/£5. British & American folk & the occasional pop song.

Gogol Bordello Wed 5 July, Leeds

University Union, £24.75. Gypsy punkrock act whose wildly energetic shows have earned them a solid reputation as the world’s most riotous live band.

Rising Appalachia Thu 6 July, Brudenell

Social Club, £16.50. Sister harmonies, world folk traditions, banjos, fiddles, stand up bass, acoustic guitar, & a host of pan-global percussion.

Absolute Kinks Thu 6 July, Seven Arts,

£15. Sound-a-like tribute act meticulous in their recreation of The Kinks’ sound, material & look, playing a set packed with the classics.

The Fleshtones Fri 7 July, Brudenell

Social Club, £11. American garage rock band from Queens, New York formed in 1976.

Biscuit Head And The Biscuit Badgers

Hall, £16.50. Singer/songwriter from New York whose influences include The Ramones, NY Dolls, Tom Waits among many others.

Sat 15 July, Seven Arts, £5 - £8. Quirky comic songs in the style of the Bonzo Dog Doo Dah Band.

Balsamic Saturday 8 July, Headingley

HEART, £3/£5. Energetic, soulful instrumental material with Eastern European influences.

Lee Fields & The Expressions Mon

10 July, Brudenell Social Club, £16.50.

Known for funk & soul hits from the early ‘70s, recordings with the hard funk purists at Truth & Soul, Desco & Daptone Records in recent years has solidified his place as the King of contemporary funk music as well.

The Endellion String Quartet Tue

11 July, Leeds College of Music, £17.50 - £19.50. Winners of the Royal Philharmonic Society’s Award for the Best Chamber Ensemble with a distinctive performing style.

Programme:Mozart - Quartet K387 (Spring) Beethoven - Quartet Op 14, No 1 (arr for Quartet) Schubert - Quartet No 15, D887

Nas Wed 12 July, O2 Academy,

£40.90. Bone fide hip-hop hero with a staggering level of lyrical skill & maturity. A performer of explosive & electrifying energy.

Kibbitz Tues 18 July, Headingley

The Dickies Thu 20 July, Brudenell Social Club, £14.30. Ultra-fast, outrageously energetic post-punk band whose hits included covers of ‘Knights in White Satin’, Black Sabbath’s ‘Paranoid’ & the theme from ‘Banana Splits’.

Seven Jazz: Greg Abate Fri 21 July, Seven Arts, £5 - £16. Powerhouse post hard bop saxophonist.

Sugarman 3 Sat 22 July, The Wardrobe, £19.25. Hammond Organ soaked, sleazy sax & chunky guitar fatback funk

Dave Speight Sun 23 July, Smokestack, free. Acoustic blues of the 20s & 30s.

Yes Lad Fri 28 July, Brudenell Social

Club, £7. Five-piece vocal harmony group as seen on The X Factor 2016, performing their brand of classic yet modern pop.

Seven Live Wed 12 July, Seven Arts,

£6. Monthly not-for-profit music extravaganza featuring Tempo Feliz, Lost Loui, Mulholland & Tony Lambert.

The Pasadena Roof Orchestra Thu 13 Jul, City Varieties Music Hall, £21.60.

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Health & Fitness

Get Ready to Rock the Rainbow!

The Leeds Colour Run is happening on Saturday 30th September at Harewood House. It will be the biggest, brightest, happiest and most colourful 5km Leeds has ever seen! Along the course you will pass five different colour stations where you will be showered from head to toe in clouds of beautiful colour by the St Gemma’s Hospice Powder Rangers, who will make sure that you reach the finish line a multicoloured masterpiece!

ou can walk, run, jog, hop, skip or cartwheel your way around the course - it’s not a race, St Gemma’s just want you to get fit, get colourful, make memories and make a mess and cross the finish line wearing a smile! Run on your own, as a family, with friends or colleagues and support the Hospice and the vital care that it provides. Or do it in memory of someone who has brought colour into your life.

On the day there will be hot food, a Pimms and Prosecco tent, bouncy castles, face painting, sponsorship bank, photo

booths, live music, mass warm ups, merchandise and free parking for both participants and spectators.

There are two different start times available – 12pm and 1pm. The registration fees are: £18 Adult (17+), £10 Child (3-16), £50 Family (2 adults/ 2 children), and this includes includes a T-shirt and a pair of sunglasses.

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North Leeds Greenway Health Walks his month marks the first anniversary of North Leeds Greenway Health Walks, managed by Friends of Allerton Grange Fields as part of the national Walking for Health initiative, supported by the Ramblers and Macmillian Cancer Support.

Walking for Health is England’s largest network of health walks with hundreds of active schemes, helping people across the country lead a more active lifestyle.

“We are delighted to celebrate the first anniversary of North Leeds Greenway Health Walks”, said Bhupinder Dev, Volunteer Walk Leader. “We have regular walkers of all ages and we always welcome new walkers. Walking is a great way to

improve both your physical and mental health, as well as to explore our parks and greenspaces in North Leeds and get to know people in the area.”

North Leeds Greenway Walking Group features a series of short walks between parks and greenspace in North Leeds, including the 2.5 mile Allerton Grange Fields to Canal Gardens Circular Walk with a rest stop at Tropical World Café. For further information, visit www.walkingforhealth.org.uk.

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City Varieties Youth Theatre Presents ‘Loserville’

Each year the challenge is to find a musical that suits the large and very capable cast, and which will work on the City Varieties Stage

The City Varieties Youth Theatre Company present their sixth musical ‘Loserville’ at City Varieties from Friday 28th – Saturday 29th July (7:30pm plus 2pm Saturday). et in 1971, the show centres around Michael Dork, a self-proclaimed computer geek and his misfit friends Lucas, Marvin and Francis, who are about to change the world…but no-one knows it yet! When new girl Holly arrives in school, all of Michael’s dreams seem to be coming true – at long last a girl with brains who actually notices him. But when school bully Eddie unearths Holly’s dark secret, he sets his sights on ruining Michael’s future dreams.

The show is directed by Lizi Patch and choreographed by Dawn Holgate with musical direction by Sam Dunkley and set design by Scott Thompson, assisted by Youth Theatre member Lucy Herbert.

“I am delighted to be directing our sixth full scale musical with the City Varieties Youth Theatre”, said Lizi Patch. “Each year the challenge is to find a musical that suits the large and very capable cast, and which will work on the City Varieties Stage. The cast, creative and learning teams, band and technical crew make my job a pleasure. After ‘Oliver!’ and ‘The Addams Family’, it was time to work on something with a whole different flavour and ‘Loserville’ ticked all the boxes. We hope you love the show as much as we have loved producing it. I guarantee a few earworms after you leave the theatre!”

‘Loserville’ was co-written by Elliot Davis and James Bourne, best known for being in the bands Busted and Son of Dork and for his song writing credits with the likes of McFly and Pixie Lott.

Join the cast of 38 and live band for an electric, pop-rock score that will have you dancing in your seat.

Tickets (£12/£8) are available from 0113 243 0808 or www. cityvarieties.co.uk

Allerton Grange Attends Summit on ‘Votes @ 16’ Campaign tudent Council representatives from Allerton Grange School recently attended the Youth Voice Summit for secondary schools and colleges at Leeds Civic Hall.

Attended by over 130 students from 13 schools across Leeds, this was part of the UK Youth Parliament’s ‘Votes @ 16’ campaign – the top issue at their annual sitting in the House of Commons in November 2016. The Summit focused on giving young people a better understanding of voting and democracy and feeling more politically engaged.

Workshops considered arguments both for and against reducing the age of voters, as well as brainstorming ideas about what schools could do to help students learn about politics and democracy. Speakers included three members of the Youth Parliament for

Leeds, and Minhaz Abedin (19), whose experience on Leeds Youth Council led to his current role as UK Youth Delegate to the United Nations.

The ‘Votes @ 16’ campaign aims to encourage parliamentarians to take notice of the voices of young people by giving them the right to vote in elections and referendums at 16 and 17.

The Youth Voice Summit has produced a learning package for schools to increase young people’s knowledge and understanding of politics, which will be used as part of the Personal, Social and Health Education curriculum.

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We are what we are… We are LS17

Rock School!

Rock School UK’s Summer Holiday Courses are suitable for all nine - 16 year olds who would like to live out their dreams of being a Rock Star! ourses are for any instrument and any ability, and it doesn’t have to be rock music – just choose the style of music you want to play. You can form a band, learn to play your favourite songs, write your own material, record in a professional studio, and perform at a major venue in Leeds City Centre.

Young musicians are tutored and mentored by a team of professional musicians and practitioners led by former Nightmares on Wax drummer, and Rock School UK Director, Isaac Heywood.

Isaac’s experience in the music industry is extensive, having played with artists as varied as Meat Loaf, Angie Stone, Lee Ryan, Omar, Corrine Bailey Rae, and headlined

at festivals, including Glastonbury.

Rock School UK runs 10am - 4pm, Monday to Friday at The Rock and Roll Circus Studios, Leeds, with the final gig at The Wardrobe each following Saturday, 10am – 2pm.

Courses run from: 31st July – 4th Aug; 7th – 11th Aug; 14th – 18th Aug; 21st – 25th Aug; and 28th Aug – 1st Sept.

All participants can also play at Rock School’s Summer Festival on Saturday 9th September.

For full details, visit www.rockschool. uk.com or call 07539 670093

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A joint venture between pupils at a north Leeds primary school, Graphic Arts and Design students at Leeds Beckett University and community arts project Space 2 has produced a unique insight into one of Leeds’ most diverse suburbs.

As well as doing an enormous amount of work in and around school the Year 5 children from Allerton Church of England Primary School, Moortown attended three university workshops at which they were challenged to explore what it is like to live and grow up in the Moor Allerton area of Leeds through photography, film, creative writing and by interveiwing local residents.

The result is a glossy 56 page magazine entitled ‘We are LS17’ which is illustrated with some wonderfully atmospheric images that the children captured on single use film camera.

Sam Kay, a Year 5 teacher at Allerton C of E Primary described the children’s input into creating such an informative record of local social history as really rewarding. “They all found the activities engaging and fun which really helped each child express themselves.” Joy Johnstone, the school’s Art and Literacy lead added: “Watching the children working on this project was so inspiring, it seemed the deeper they dug into LS17’s past the more they felt part of its present and its future.”

RJC’s Free Summer Dance Camp JC Dance is running a free Summer Dance Camp from Monday 31st July – Friday 4th August, 10.30am – 2.30pm at Moortown Baptist Church Hall, King Lane, LS17.

Aimed at both boys and girls aged 8 – 11, the week will focus on how dance can unlock potential, creativity and style and will take in contemporary, carnival/soca, reggae and urban dance styles.

“Our Summer Camp has been developed thanks to funding awarded by our local Ward members, through the Inner North East Community Committee”, said Kathy Williams, RJC

Director. “We want to be a key contributor to the health and wellbeing of our neighbourhood and city through a relationship to dance. The provision of community initiatives adds to the myriad of opportunities RJC Dance offers young people.”

No experience is necessary. There are only 20 places available – so book early!

For details, contact 0113 239 2040 or visit www.rjcdance.org.uk RJC Dance is a Black British-led dance organisation with youth development and education at its core. Based at the Mandela Centre in Chapeltown, it aims to develop the creative potential of young people by offering regular opportunities to dance, perform and achieve.

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An Architectural Design Competition for Primary Schools

Bradford Science Festival From Friday 14th – Sunday 16th July, Bradford’s City Park will be transformed into a huge laboratory as the famous mirror pool hosts largescale water experiments for the 2017 Bradford Science Festival.

The event also features robots of all shapes and sizes, including the sensational family favourite Titan, plus dinosaurs at The Broadway, and spectacular shows full of bangs and explosions at the National Science and Media Museum.

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he North Yorkshire Society of Architects is working with the National Trust at Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, to run a design competition for primary school pupils aged nine – 11.

The aim is to create a temporary art installation at one of the National Trust’s most spectacular sites. The new work will be installed alongside professionally designed installations in the Water Garden at Fountains Abbey & Studley Royal from April to October 2018.

A series of architectural workshops, delivered by RIBA Chartered architects,

will be offered to primary schools in the region, to provide a background to the design competition, whilst presenting an insight into architecture and the built environment.

If you would like to take part, or would like further information, email NYSArchitects@gmail.com by 26th July 2017. Places will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and workshops cannot be guaranteed to all schools that wish to take part if the demand is very high. Visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/fountainsabbey to download full details of the project and find out how to get involved.

The Festival launches at the National Science and Media Museum on 14th July with a special ‘Lates’ event and is free. Open hours are Friday: 6.30 - 9.30pm (over 18s); 11am – 5pm Saturday and Sunday (families). www.scienceandmediamuseum. org.uk

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Create a Musical in a Week! eeds Youth Opera (LYO) Summer School 2017 is aimed at young people (aged 8 – 16) who would love to perform in a musical and work alongside industry professionals.

With the award-winning LYO you will learn new songs, as well as well-known numbers, and will have the chance to act, dance and learn about choral singing. Working alongside Artistic Director Anita Adams you’ll learn all about creating a piece of theatre. It is huge fun and you will make something fabulous! This is the perfect introduction for music beginners and a wonderful opportunity for those with experience. By the end of the week you will be ready to perform a show for parents and friends.

The Summer School costs £120 and takes place from 14th – 18th August at Adel and Ireland Wood Community Centre, with a special showcase performance at 6.30pm, Friday 18th August.

Application form are available from 07968 496169 or leedsyouthopera@gmail.com. For further information, visit www.leedsyouthopera.org.uk

Junior Mermaid Courses at Bramley Baths ecome a Junior Mermaid this Summer with the help of synchronised swimmer Lucy Meredith and choreographer Zoe Parker. Two week-long synchronised swimming style water dance courses (7th – 11th & 21st – 25th August), designed for 8 -12 year olds, will make a big splash at Bramley Baths.

The sessions are made up of 30 minutes on-land choreography, then one hour in the pool, using techniques that combine exercise with creativity and are great fun.

Over the week you will learn basic synchronised swimming skills and develop a routine that will be performed at the end of the week for friends and family.

It is a fun way to build confidence and ability in the pool and make new friends.

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PHGC Snooker Club at Oakwood Clock Friendly, community focused club keen to welcome new members. Open Mon - Fri, 5 -11pm. Three tables, licensed bar, social events throughout the year. All abilities welcome. Coaching available. Details: 212

Shadwell Art Group meets Tues, 2 –

Details: John Irving 293 1465

Alwoodley Tennis Club Saturday morning coaching for juniors (age 5 -17). Adult coaching 2pm. Friday indoor coaching for under 8s at 4.30pm all year.

Details: Carolyn on 07786 828 740, Alwoodleytenniscoaching@gmail.com

Badminton Club Mon 9pm & Wed 8.30pm at Alwoodley Community Association, The Avenue. Friendly group.

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

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

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Meanwood Boxing Club Boxing & fitness classes Mon, Tues, Thurs. Juniors (9 – 16) 5.30 – 6.30pm £1; Seniors (17+) 6.30 – 7.30pm £2. Prince Philips Community Centre, Scott Hall Ave. LS7 2HJ. Details: Head Coach Wayne Cunningham 07784 998799, www.meanwoodboxing. com

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Stainbeck Art Club meets 2nd & 4th Tues, 1.45 – 4pm at Methodist Community Centre, Town St. Chapel Allerton. 11 July: Watercolour demonstration with Mike Dobson; 25 July: Practical workshop in watercolour with Norma Middleton.

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ARTS & CRAFTS Alwoodley Art Group meets Thurs,

Chapel Allerton Allotments & Gardens Summer Show Sat 15 July, 3 - 4pm Methodist Centre, Town St, Lots of competition classes including Flowers, Vegetables, Home Produce & Children’s Crafts. Plants, gardening supplies & cards on sale. Info about bees .Refreshments. All welcome. Produce Auction 4pm. Adm £1/ children free.

National Trust Leeds Association Coffee Morning Tues 11 July, 10 –

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

7.30pm at The Community Hall, The Avenue, Alwoodley, for drawing, painting, demonstrations, workshops, tea, biscuits & exhibitions (twice a year). New members welcome. Details: 269 5512, www.

John Stancliffe 294 9327

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11.45am in St Chad’s Parish Hall, Otley Rd, Far Headingley. Entry £1.50. Details: Phil

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Oakwood Farmers’ Market 3rd Sat, 9am – 12.30pm at Oakwood Clock. Details: www.oakwoodfarmersmarket.com

Rd. LS17 6EL opp fire station) Great opportunity for men & women of all ages to enjoy healthy, light exercise & make new friends. Details: Geoff Rowland 295 5861

Roundhay Art Group Meets Mon North Leeds Walking Group Join a series of free short walks between parks & green space in north Leeds as part of national Walking for Health initiative. The walks take place 2nd Sat of each month.

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

7pm at Alwoodley Community Centre, The Avenue, LS 17 7NZ. New members welcome. Details: Paul Gelder 269

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Friends of Gipton Wood meet 10am last Sat of month, & some Sunday afternoons.

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2nd Tues of month, 10.30am in St Chad’s Parish Centre, Otley Rd. for coffee & a talk.

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Leeds Decorative and Fine Arts Society Talks, visits, study days. Meets 3rd Wed at Castle Grove Masonic Hall, LS6 4BP. Forthcoming talks include ‘Sixties Photography’ (Sept). Details: 808

6313, secretary@leedsdfas.org.uk, www. leedsdfas.org.uk

Leeds & Harrogate Social Club Monthly Club Night 3rd Mon (21 Aug), 8.30pm at The Toby Carvery (Queen’s Arms), Harrogate Rd. Chapel Allerton.

Full calendar of events – theatre, walks, badminton, films, meals, book groups.

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Leeds Hospital Alert Small group campaigning for preservation of NHS. Next meetings: Tues 18 July (Mon 7 Aug; Tues 12 Sept) at Muir Court, St Michael’s Rd. LS6. Details: 278 5495, info@

RoCo Dramatic Society at St Andrew’s Roundhay, Shaftesbury Ave. LS8 1DS seeks new members for acting, back stage & front of house activities. Fun & fellowship guaranteed! Junior RoCo also welcomes new members (fhenderson.jroco@gmail. com) Details: Andrea 266 2132/ Jill 293

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Shadwell Horticultural Society meet 2nd Thurs, 7.30pm in Methodist Church, Main St. for interesting talks on gardening topics. 1 July: Coffee Morning, 10am 12noon, 21 Gateland Dr. Shadwell.19 Aug: Shadwell Flower, Vegetable & Craft Show, 1.30pm Shadwell Primary School, Main St. LS17 8JF, Adm £6/£5, children U-16 free.

Details: Susan Frost 273 8821

Slaid Hill in Bloom seeks someone with flair for garden design to continue & develop group’s worthwhile & enjoyable work. Could be 2 people, or work could be split into design of flowerbeds, grant applications & invoicing. Help with other roles also required. Details: Geoff Tothill 268 7448G

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Leeds Microscopical Society Meets two Thurs per month, with a Summer break. Talks, demonstrations & practical evenings. Enjoy the microscopical world of nature. Visitors welcome. Details: Mike

Smith 293 5991, leedsmicroscopical. org.uk

Leeds Photographic Society meets Tues, 7.30pm at St Edmund’s Church Hall, Lidgett Pk Rd, LS8 1JN. New members

White Rose Speakers Club meets 2nd & 4th Mon, 7.45pm at Horsforth Museum, LS18 5JB. Helping people improve their public speaking skills, boost their confidence & have fun. Details: Pauline 269 3542

National Trust Association Leeds meets

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monthly at Wigton Moor UR Church Hall, High Ash Dr. Varied programme of activity days with litter picks, tree & bulb planting, nature quizzes & walks. New members welcome. Details: Debs 07943 277867,

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Slaid Hill in Bloom meets 1st Sat at 10am outside The Dexter, Wigton Ln. for 2 hours. Followed by lunch. Details: www.

MUSIC Alwoodley Singers Seek New Members All welcome, but especially sopranos.

Ability to read music preferable but not essential. Rehearsals Thurs 7.30 – 9.30pm Alwoodley Community Association Hall, The Avenue LS17 7NZ. Details: 294 3370 Cantabile Chamber Choir Small, friendly chamber choir based in Chapel Allerton. Broad repertoire & regular performances throughout year. Rehearse Mon 7.30 – 9.30pm in Chapel Allerton Methodist Church. Enquiries from new singers welcome (especially tenors).

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Friday Lunchtime (12.30pm) Organ Recitals at Leeds Minster 7 July: Maximillian Elliot (St Olave’s, York); 14 July: Jon Payne (Bradford); 21 July: Ian Wells (Holy Trinity Southport) ; 28 July: Nicholas Johnson (St John’s, Ranmoor, Sheffield). Light lunches available from midday.

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Fri 28 July) from 7pm. Music with Chris White Trio. 2 Course meal £22.50/ 3 courses £27.50. Details/reservations: 230

Paxton Hall, 186 Kirkstall Ln. LS5. David Alison, Chair West Yorkshire National Vegetable Soc & RHS judge talks about how to grow the best soft fruits.

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

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Leeds Methodist Choir Rehearsals at Oxford Place Methodist Centre for concert at St Chad’s 16 Sept. All singers welcome, particularly tenors & basses. Excellent mixed selection incl. Suite from The Armed Man, Easter Hymn from Cavalleria Rusticana & John Rutter’s Feel The Spirit.

Details: 237 0389/ dudleymax34@ gmail.com or William 268 4723

Roundhay Ukulele Group Meets Wed 8 – 9.30pm at The New Highwood, Brackenwood Dr LS8.

All abilities welcome. £6 per session.

Details: jen@bighooha.co.uk, www. roundhayukulelegroup.wordpress.com

SENIORS Age UK Leeds Silver Surfers Programme Baffled by computers, tablets or mobile phones? Sign up for low cost/ no cost training sessions taking place at venues across Leeds, run by experienced tutors. Courses run for six 2 ½ hr sessions.

Always time to ask questions or go over things again. Details: 389 3000,

socialise & make new friends, Current membership is 70 - 96. Details: Carole

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RVS Community Action for Roundhay Elderly welcomes people over 65 at their

Leeds Thyroid Support Group meets Wed 26 July, 7.30pm at Harewood Village Hall, Church Ln. Harewood, LS17 9LJ. (Muddy Boots Café at rear) Speaker Lorna Panketham will address all things Thyroid followed by Q&A. Free. Details: Caroline

288 6393 to reserve place. Text 07836 747730 or email cfields237@btinternet. com

clubs - Mon, 2pm at Oakwood Church & Thurs, 1.30pm at Lidgett Lane Community Centre. Wide range of entertainment, activities, speakers, trips & other special interest clubs. Details: Andrew 887 3595

Parkinson’s UK Supporting all affected by

The Tea Cosy+ Dimentia Café.

Parkinson’s disease. Meets 2nd Wed, 2pm St Chad’s Parish Centre, Otley Rd. Details:

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

Tea Dance for the Over 60s Every Friday afternoon at Old Pool Bank Village Hall, Quarry Farm Rd. LS21 3BT. Very popular event running for over 30 years.

Includes ballroom. New faces welcome to dance or just socialize. £2.50 incl raffle ticket. Details: Barbara 07840 133332

SUPPORT Leeds Coeliac Group Gluten-free Family BBQ Sun 2 July, 1 – 4pm at St Edmund’s Church, Lidgett Pk Rd, Roundhay, LS8 1JN. Professor Fiddlesticks will entertain with circus skills. Details & to book:

Christine 226 3847, cannesmith46@ gmail.com

Wharfedale General Hospital Cardiac Club For former cardiac patients.

Friendly, evening exercise classes with qualified Phase 4 instructors. Details:

07949 307955, wghcardiacclub@gmail. com, www.wharfedalecardiacclub.org. uk

TALKS & DISCUSSIONS Friends of Roundhay Park Sun 9 July, 1pm at Roundhay School Old Park Rd. LS8 1ND A talk on Rowland Ding, Yorkshire Aviator (1885-1917), chief test pilot for Blackburn Aircraft Co. often flying from Soldiers’ Field. Robert Blackburn & Rowland Burley will talk about their grandfathers’ achievements. £5/ U- 19s free. Details: www.forp.org

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Chapel Allerton Town St Lunch Club

Leeds Healing Centre Fri noon-2.30pm at Burley Lodge Centre, 42-46 Burley Lodge Rd. LS6 1QF. Highly trained team offers healing to aid relaxation & promote wellbeing. No appointments necessary.

Cost £5. Details: 07985 121810, www. leedshealingcentre.org Natural Healing Centre Thurs 7 - 8.30pm at 136, Street Ln. Roundhay, LS8 2BW. Details: 07949

Alwoodley WI meets 3rd Wed, 7.30pm

Tues 12.15 – 1.45pm in the Methodist Centre. Hot Meal £4, friendship & chat.

Transport can be provided. Volunteers welcome. Details: Vivienne & Paul 268

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Lunch & Chat First Monday of each month, 1pm at Tree Tops Centre (next to Thackrah Court, Shadwell Lane). Details:

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judgmental support 24 hours for those experiencing distress or despair. They listen for as long as you need. Details: 245

afternoons, just off Street Lane. Varied programme of speakers, music, meals out & theatre, but mainly opportunity to

6789 or 116 123, www.samaritans.org/ branches/samaritans-leeds

at St Barnabas Church Hall (off The Vine).

Learn, chat, laugh, make friends & help the community. Aged 18-180 – you are more than welcome. £37.50 a year or come as a guest for £4. Details: Facebook/

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

Darling Roses WI Meets 2nd Sat,

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

Details: debbie@darlingroseswi.org / Facebook

Tuesday Club Ladies’ Lunch Group

Leeds Ladies Coffee Club meets 1st Thurs, 10.30am at Leeds Church Institute, New Market St. 1 July: ‘The Story of Pearls’ with Robert Bolton; 3 Aug: ‘My Year in Itlay’ with Maggie Poppa. Details: Joan McShane 225 1166 Roundhay WI meets 2nd Thurs, 7pm at St Andrew’s Church Hall, Shaftesbury Ave LS8 1DS.So much more than Jam & Jerusalem! In addition to monthly meetings, they run a wide range of activities & social groups (day & evening). Visitors £4. Details: Pauline 268 6704, wiroundhay@gmail.com, Facebook

Meets last Tues of month, 11.30am at Devonshire Hall, Cumberland Rd. LS6 2EQ. 12.30pm lunch, followed by talk.

Details: Heather Harrison 267 8437

MISC/ EVENTS Gardening for Health with The Conservation Volunteers Tues & Thurs am in Oakwood. Want to learn new skills or just meet people & get some fresh air.

Refreshments & gloves provided & some bus fares reimbursed. Details: Pauline Pickett 07816 225535, p.pickett@tcv. org.uk

Hope Pastures Charity Fun Dog Show & Fete Sun 16 July, 10.30am – 3pm at the sanctuary on Weetwood Ln. Fifth year! Lots of fun activities

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Men’s 50+ Model Making Group Tues 6 – 8pm until 25 July at RVS Offices, Inkwell, 45 Potternewton Ln. LS73LW. Develop your inner builder with Lego, Meccano & wooden model making kits! Includes cars, trucks, animals & architecture. Details: 887 3598 / 07876 585 931

Yorkshire More Jams & Chutneys Seeks Volunteers Friendly group making & selling jams/chutneys in support of mental health. Weekly sessions in North Leeds Tues 9.30am -12 noon & ad hoc sales events. Details: Linda 07710 567118, www.

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