What's on in Haringey Libraries May 2013

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What’s On

In Haringey’s Leisure Services

Your monthly guide to what’s happening in

your local library, leisure centre, museum and

parks… May2013

Representatives’ Surgeries

Please note that this section only lists surgeries held in Haringey Libraries. For a full list, please pick up a leaflet at your branch.

Alexandra Ward Alexandra Park Library

Cllr Nigel ScottSaturday 4th May 10.00am to 11.00am Cllr David Beacham Saturday 18th May 10.00am to 11.00am Cllr Juliet Solomon Thursday 16th May 10.00am to 11.30am

Bruce Grove Ward Marcus Garvey Library

Cllr Stuart McNamaraSaturday 4th May 10.30am to 12.00noon Cllr Joseph Ejiofor Saturday 18th May 10.00am to 11.15am Cllr Dilek Dogus Tuesday 28th May 6.15pm to 7.00pm

Crouch End Ward Hornsey Library

Cllr David WinskillSaturday 4th May 11.00am to 12.00noon Cllr Lyn Weber Wednesday 8th May 6.00pm to 7.00pm Cllr Paul Strang Saturday 18th May 10.00am to 11.00am

Muswell Hill Ward Muswell Hill Library

Cllr Jonathan Bloch (Tel: 07785 550043) Cllr Gail Engert (Tel: 020 8489 4005) Cllr Jim Jenks (Tel: 020 8347 7083) Saturday 25th May 10.00am to 11.00am Surgeries will be rotated between Councillors Please call 24 hours before to make an appointment

Noel Park Ward Wood Green Library

Cllr James StewartSaturday 4th May 10.30am to 11.30am Cllr Alan Strickland Saturday 11th May 10.30am to 11.30am Cllr Pauline Gibson Saturday 18th May 12.00am to 1.00pm

Representatives’ Surgeries

Northumberland Park Ward Coombes Croft Library

Cllr Kaushika Amin Saturday 4th May 10.00am to 11.00am Saturday 25th May 10.00am to 11.00am Cllr Sheila Peacock Saturday 11th May 10.00am to 11.00am Saturday 18th May 10.00am to 11.00am

St Ann’s Ward St Ann’s Library

Councillor Zena Brabazon Saturday 4th May 11.00 to 12.00pm Councillor David Browne Saturday 11th May 11.00am to 12.00pm Councillor Nilgun Canver Saturday 18th May 11.00am to 12.00pm Councillor Zena Brabazon Saturday 25th May 11.00am to 12.00pm

Tottenham Green Ward Marcus Garvey Library

Cllr Bernice Vanier Saturday 11th May 10.30am to 12.00pm Cllr Richard Watson Saturday 25th May 11.00am to 12.30pm

Tottenham Hale Ward Marcus Garvey Library

Cllr Reg RiceSaturday 4th May 10.30am to 12.00pm Cllr Alan Stanton Saturday 11th May 10.30am to 12.00pm Cllr Lorna Reith Saturday 25th May 11.00am to 12.30pm

Members of Parliament

Hornsey and Wood GreenLynne Featherstone Lynne holds regular surgeries around the constituency. If you would like to book an appointment please phone 020 8340 5459

Tottenham

David Lammy Surgeries are by appointment only; please phone 020 7219 0767 to make an appointment, between 10am -1pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Alexandra Park Library

Alexandra Park Road, London, N22 7UJ Tel: 020 8489 8770 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9 to 7, Sat 9 to 5 and Sun 12 to 4

Special events

SAPL Play Reading Come and join in a play reading session! We will be reading the Victorian melodrama ‘Maria Marten and the Red Barn’, based on a true story from 1820s Suffolk, featuring a beautiful young village girl, a dastardly young gent, a baby, a gun and a bottle marked POISON. We hope that you’ll join us for drinks and discussion at the pub afterwards. Collect a flyer from the library and turn up ready for ham! Monday 13th May, 5.00 to 6.45pm Alexandra Park Library Creative Writing Competition Take part in our poetry/prose writing competition which runs until the end of May. Based on the theme ‘London Journey’, the competition will be judged in June with winners and runners-up being invited to give a public reading at the library. Further details of the competition are available from the library, or you can email [email protected] and details will be sent to you. Adult Learners’ Week We are offering two sessions during Adult Learners’ Week, both on Tuesday 21st May: 9.30 to 12.00 Take Better Digital Photos 12.30 to 3.00 Powerpoint: Create Your Own Digital Story These ‘tasters’ will be delivered by the Haringey Adult Education Service, and are free. Since places are limited, please book with the library. Parkinson’s Community Coffee Club A drop in coffee club for people in the community who have been affected by Parkinson’s disease. We meet at 10.30 every Friday morning for one hour to chat, drink coffee and relax. If you would like more information, please contact the library, or just turn up. Parking, disabled access and toilets are available. Fridays, 10.30am Ways into Writing Friendly writing group with experienced tutor Allen Ashley. Every Wednesday, 5.30 to 6.30pm. Over the course of the term, you will cover fiction, poetry and non-fiction. Get practical tips of improving your writing and submitting your work for publication. To register, please contact [email protected].

Children’s Events

‘Movers and Shakers’ A half hour session incorporating songs, rhymes and baby signing, instruments, bubbles and parachutes! Tuesday 10.30 to 11.00am for 12 months and under, Friday 10.00 to 10.30am for mixed ages. Please call 0203 0838887 to book, or online at www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers. Under 5s Singing Session – Traditional Nursery Rhymes and Songs Mondays 10.30 to 11.00am. This event is free but numbers are limited, so please arrive in good time! Children’s Craft – Under 5s Every Wednesday 10.30am

Adult events Pins and Needles A drop in knitting, sewing and stitching group in the library. Bring your own work. Every Saturday. Saturdays, 2.30 to 4.00pm Senior Citizen’s Coffee Morning Every Thursday, 10.30 to 12.00 Art Exhibition April/May – Anne Hutchings, Printmaker Senior Citizen’s Coffee Morning Every Thursday, 10.30 to 12.00pm First Byte Basic computer skills classes for beginners. Please call the library to book your place. Every Tuesday 4.00 to 5.00pm. Book Club The Song Before it is Sung by Justin Cartwright Wednesday 8th May, 3.45pm Safer Neighbourhoods Public Meeting To confirm date, contact Alexandra Team 0208 721 2675

Hornsey Library Film night Carmen by Carlos Saura (1983) Cert. PG Spanish director Carlos Saura mixes rehearsals and the real thing for this adaptation of Bizet's opera, using various Spanish dances, folksongs, and exhilarating visuals. Spanish guitarist Paco de Lucia also contributes to the soundtrack. Thursday 9 May 7.00 pm

Coombes Croft Library Tottenham High Road, London, N17 8AG Tel: 020 8489 8771 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

Adult Learner’s Week 20th to 24th May

• Fun things to learn and do using the Internet Thursday 23rd May -9.30 to 12.00

• Get the most out of your computer Thursday 23rd May -12.30 to 3.00 These IT taster sessions will be delivered by Haringey Adult Learners Service (HALS) and are free

• Taster Spanish class Thursday 23rd May- 5.00pm to 6..00pm

An Embrace UK – Health and Wellbeing programme offering free exercises with expert facilitators

• Embrace UK’s –Physical Exercises Gentle stretch Exercises set to music Every Wednesday 11.30am to 12.30

• Tai Chi Using this ancient form of martial arts to stretch and tone as well as learning techniques in self massage to aid circulation Every Thursday 11.30pm to 12.30pm

• Embrace Uk’s Monthly Forum Spring detox II- with Health officer Marisca from Embrace UK Wednesday 22nd May 12.30pm to 1.30pm

Adult activities

Neighbourhoods Connect. Come and Try Session. Learn more about the internet and Computers. Neighbourhoods Connect is here to help you…. Use e-mail, write letters and send photos to friends. Make international calls for free and see the person you’re speaking to. Manage your bank account, do shopping, pay bills, all from home. If you’re interested in coming along, please contact Keith Sides On: 0208 489 5990 or e-mail: [email protected]. Every Wednesday-2.00pm to 3.00pm Age UK Haringey Staff from Haringey Council and Age UK Haringey will be available once a week to provide support and advice to the over 60’s on keeping warm and well this winter. Advice on looking after your home, keeping safe,getting out and about, plus how to get a free home energy check. Telephone Age UK Haringey for more details on 020 8801 2444.

Knitting, Crochet, Tapestry Workshop As well as working on our own projects, collectively we are creating items for a local charity -The Somerset Gardens Volunteers(SGV) support group in aid of their annual fund raising summer fete in June..Do join us. Mondays 1.00pm to 3.00pm Luv to Act Drama club with Lorna Blackman Every Saturday from 2.00 to 3.00pm The Library Garden Club We will be working in the front garden to the library, we welcome cuttings and support as well as expert advice from experience gardeners. Mondays 11.30 to 12.30 The pattern cutting and sewing workshops Tuesday 1.00pm to 3.00pm The Computer classes Learn basic IT skills: set up an email account , using email how to use the internet, how to use Microsoft word, saving work and more! Every Tuesday and Thursday 11.00am to 1.00pm IAPT weekly counselling sessions Every Monday, 9.00am to 1.00am By appointment The Book Club The group meet the third Thursday of the month, 6.00pm to7.30pm. Phone the library for further details. Literacy and ESOL Support - For beginners Intermediate pre entry level- for beginners preparing to access to Entry level 1 Tuesdays 11.30am to 1.00pm Wednesdays 9.30am to 11.00am Literacy and ESOL Support - For beginners Join a small group for conversation and a study of English, grammar, vocabulary etc. Tuesdays 9.30am to 11.00am Thursdays 9.30am to 11.00am

Spanish for beginners Is back, by popular request!

Spanish Classes • Spanish for children 3.30 to 4.30 • Spanish for Adults 5.00 to 6.00

Every Thursday starting 3rd May

Regular children’s activities

Family Activity: Playtime Story time and songs Monday to Thursday 9.30 to 11.00 (storytime starts at 10.30 to 11.00am )

Highgate Library

1 Shepherds Hill, London, N6 5QJ Tel: 020 8489 8772 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 Sat 9-5

Special Events

Photograph Exhibition: Wonders After his very successful first solo exhibition “Africa in the Clouds”, Sango Ngemebe (local Haringey photographer) will be presenting his collection which features some unusual views of Haringey, portraits and wildlife. Free exhibition throughout May. Gardening Fun during Half Term Come along to have the opportunity to get creative, and learn more about gardening whilst getting your hands dirty with a range of gardening and craft activities! For families with young children in mind. Wednesday 29th May, 2 to 3pm

Adult Activities

Open Book : Highgate Library Reading Group Last Monday of the month at 6.00pm – new members welcome. Next meeting will be earlier on 20th May and will be discussing The Sense of an Ending by Julian Barnes Get Online with Go On! Beginner computer sessions Places are limited – call 020 8489 8772 Gardening Group Come along and give a hand in making the library garden flourish! The group meets at 10.00am on the third Saturday of the month– Saturday 18h May.

Libraries for Health

Meditation classes – Creating Positive Relationships and Wisdom to Transform Daily Life Every Monday 11.30am to 12.15pm. No need to book. Heruka Centre 020 8455 7563. [email protected]| www.meditateinlondon.com Real Nappy Demonstration Come and see a demonstration and meet other parents interested in finding out about real nappies. Thursday 9th May, 10.45 to 11.15am. More info http://www.realnappiesforlondon.org.uk/ IAPT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Anxious, depressed or feeling low? Book an appointment on: 0203 074 2299 or contact [email protected]

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Haringey Park, London, N8 9JA Tel: 0208 489 1118 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9 to 7, Sat 9 to 5 & Sun 12 to 4

Exhibitions Original Gallery:

Please visit www.haringey.gov.uk/theoriginalgallery for information

The Community Youth Music Library @ Hornsey Library

One of Britain’s Biggest collections of printed music for choirs, orchestras and wind bands Visitors are welcome on Tuesdays and Fridays between 11.00 am and 5.00 pm. Borrowers will pay a small hire charge – but registered Haringey groups will not have to pay. Enquiries: 020 3602 5214 [email protected] For further details go to: www.cymlibrary.org.uk

Hornsey Film Night

Carmen by Carlos Saura (1983) Cert. PG Spanish director Carlos Saura mixes rehearsals and the real thing for this adaptation of Bizet's opera, using various Spanish dances, folksongs, and exhilarating visuals. Spanish guitarist Paco de Lucia also contributes to the soundtrack. Thursday 9 May 7.00 pm

Performances Word for Word Writers Group Performance afternoon featuring poetry and short prose, live jazz, bookstall and refreshments. Saturday 4th May 2.00 to 4.00pm in the Gallery. Free event African art song concert with Lola Oduwole Sunday 5th May, 2.00 pm

Special Children’s Events

Spanish Rhyme Time with Claudia Blanco from ‘Spanish for Kids’. Monday 13 & 20 May from 11.00 to 11.10 am Half Term craft event suitable for ages 6 and above Tuesday 28 May from 2 to 3 pm Workshop with author Katherine Lodge based on her picture books ‘Let’s find Mimi’ Suitable for ages 4-6. Max 20 children, please book your place in Hornsey Children’s library. Friday 31 May from 2 to 3 pm

Children’s Activities

Under 5’s story time Mondays 13 & 20 May from 10.30am to 11.00am Rhyme Time (term time only) Every Tuesday 11.00 to 11.30am Dad’s Drop-in Storytime for Dads and Children Saturday 18 May from 11.00 to 11.30 am

For further information about any of our children’s events please call 0208 489 1428.

Movers and Shakers Music and movement for 0 to 3’s Every Wednesday 10.00am Toddlers; 11.00am Babies To book a place please visit www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers email: [email protected] or telephone: 0203 083 8887. Thursday Drop In term time only 9.30 to 11.30am, singing starts at 10.30am Chatterbooks Reading Group Are you aged 9 and above? Do you love reading? Do you want to talk about the books you have read? We are looking for new members aged 9+. Speak to a member of the Children’s Library Staff. Saturday 18 May from 2.00pm to 3.00pm.

Adult Activities

Make Friends With A Book A different kind of book group, where we read, talk and share together. No need to read in advance. Join in as you wish. Every Monday 2.00 to 4.00pm. Please email [email protected] for details Pilates Class Suitable for all abilities, beginners welcome Every Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00 am £7 per session. Call Louise Wallis 07970 577 750 for details, www.pro-pilates.com Life Drawing & Portrait Classes Thursdays 10.00am to 1.00pm 25th April – 4th July (10 week term class Fees: £200-all fees due on 1st lesson of term Contact: Judy Purbeck, 0208 348 1737/07816 384454, or [email protected] / [email protected] Crouch End Poetry Group Every Tuesday 10.30am to 12.30pm For date call Catharine Scholnick 07805977853

First Byte Computer Sessions for complete beginners Every Wednesday and Thursday 10.00am to 12.00 noon. Call Essy or Susan on 0208 489 1413 /1429 for bookings Neighbourhoods Connect Computer Help Drop-In Fridays 10.00 am to 12.00 noon Word for Word Creative Writing Workshop Wednesday 1.00pm to 3.00pm Contact: Brian, [email protected]

Senior Citizens’ Drop In Friday 10 May from 11.00 am to 12.30 pm Call Neil Harvey on 0208 489 1425 for details.

Hornsey Reading Group

May title: What money can’t buy by Michael J. Sandel June Title: Black Orchids by Gillian Slovo First Saturday of the month, 3.00pm New members welcome. Please telephone 0208 489 1429 for details.

IF Library Café

Songwriting Workshop with Carl Hodson Every Wednesday 11.30am to 12.45pm Email [email protected] for details. Philosophy Learning Circle Every Thursday 11.00am to 12noon Email [email protected] The Knit Café bring your knitting to the IFLibrary Café Every Saturday 11.00am to 1.00pm Knit and chat over coffee and cake.

HALS Courses To enrol call 020 8489 2596

Portrait Drawing for Beginners Develop confidence and practical skills in drawing the head and facial features from observation. Using a variety of drawing materials explore lines, form and structure, the effects of light and dark, and how to measure proportion. From 1 May to 12 June (6 weeks course) Wednesdays from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Portrait and Life Drawing Workshop Suitable for you if you have experience of portrait/life drawing. Improve your skills in observation or expressive drawing and painting. From 3 May to 12 July (10 weeks course) Fridays from 9.30 am to 12.30 pm. Tai Chi Tai Chi can help improve your balance and flexibility through gentle movements. Alongside the moving postures you will use warm up exercises and relaxation techniques to help relieve stress. From 4 May to 27 July (11 weeks course) Saturdays from 10.00 to 11.00 am Chi Kung for Health Chi Kung exercises are used for developing peace of mind, health and increasing energy levels. The Chi Kung postures have most benefit when performed standing but they can be done seated and lying down when needed and variations will be taught to meet individual needs. From 4 may to 27 July (11 weeks course) Saturdays from 11.30 am to 12.30 am

Information and Advice

'40/20 with Living Under One Sun Community Outreach Fridays 9-11 Come and find out ways to help support yourself, your neighbourhoods, and the planet. Building on your well being, share information, improve green job opportunities and skills. Heat and Eat Well Save Energy Reduce Waste Reduce Costs Volunteering Opportunities Stroke Awareness Drop In Stroke information/prevention advice Second Monday of every month 11.00am to 2.00pm SGV Cancer Support Group Have you been affected by cancer and feel you would like to talk to others about it? Our support group meets every third Monday of the month 5.00 to 6.45pm Confidential phone line 07833496751 IAPT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Anxious, depressed or feeling low? For more details and to book an appointment call: 020 3074 2299 (West Haringey) 020 8808 5833 (East Haringey) email: [email protected]

Environmental Advice Drop-in Energy saving information and advice sessions. First Monday of the from 2.30 to 4.30 pm Next drop in: Monday 6 May Please ring Daniel 07557 491 850 for further information. BUBIC Drug awareness Drop In First Tuesday of every month 2.00 to 4.00pm Please contact 020 8808 6550 National Careers Service The National Careers Service offers careers and skills advice to fit your individual needs. Fridays from 10.00 am to 2.00pm To book an appointment with a careers adviser please visit or call the library

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Children’s Author Visit: A Workshop with Illustrator Chris Judge.

Friday 24th May 2013. From 1.15pm – 2.15pm. Chris Judge will talk about his new picture book “The Brave Beast”

INVITED CLASSES ONLY. Adult Activities.

Veolia Environmental Services.Free advice on Local Recycling Services. Drop in on the first Tuesday of every month between 1.00pm to 4.00pm. National Careers Service.Help with careers advice, job search, CV’s, information on courses and training, advice on voluntary work and interview techniques. Every Wednesday from 10.00am to 4.00pm. Call Prithee Panchoory on 0208 216 9942 to book an appointment or drop in. Go On Line Computer Sessions for Adults.Computer Sessions for complete beginners. Learn how to surf the internet /open new email account/shop online & more. Tuesdays 11.00am to 1.00pm Fridays 11.00am to 1.00pm

To book, contact 0208 489 5350. One Minute HIV Testing Service.Every Tuesday between 4.00pm and 6.30pm. Free, Fast and Confidential. Drop in for a rapid HIV test as well as advice and information on safer sex. No appointment needed. “Know your status and keep safe!” Senior Citizens’ Drop In.Tuesday 14th & Tuesday 28th May 2013 at 11.00am to 12.30 pm. Contact Neil on 07813976429. Marcus Garvey Library Book Group.Thursday 16th May 2013 from 7pm. Contact Neil on 07813976429. Sankofa (African Caribbean) Women Reading Group. For book title, please contact Doris. Friday 31ST May 2013. From 6.00pm to 8.00pm. To join contact Doris 0208 489 2780 U3A Poetry Group.Poetry Reading Group Exploring English and the Caribbean Poetry. Wednesday 15th May 2013. From 2.00pm to 3.00pm IAPT - NHS Support Service.Mondays 12.00noon to 5.00pm, Thurs & Fri 9.00am to 5.00pm. Last Thursday of the month 9.00am to 11.00am & 1.00pm to 5.00pm. To book call 0203 074 2299 (West Haringey),or 0208 8008 5833 (East Haringey), or email: [email protected] NHS Haringey Support Service.Outreach for Cancer Awareness and Cancer Screening Information on Breast, Cervical and Bowel Cancer Every Tuesday 10.30am to 3.30pm

Open Door.

Parenting Teenagers Project for Parents of Teenagers Every Monday 1.00pm to 4.00pm. By Appointments Only The Parenting Teenagers Project is a free and confidential service. Parents can discuss their worries and concerns for their children (aged 12-21) with a parent advisor. The service is available to all parents including those who will need an interpreter. Parents can refer themselves by contacting our office. For more information contact us on: 020 8348 5947 or email: [email protected]. Sankofa Care Fostering and Adoption Information and Recruitment. Wednesday 22nd May 2013. From 11am to 5pm Help a young person soar! Would you like the opportunity to make a difference in young people and children’s lives? Contact our team who will be more than happy to assist you in all you’re enquires on: 0208 5445100.

Neighbourhoods Connect.Every Wednesday. From 10.00am to 12.00noon. Come and Try Session. Learn more about the internet and Computers. Neighbourhoods Connect is here to help you…. Use e-mail, write letters and send photos to friends. Make international calls for free and see the person you’re speaking to. Manage your bank account, do shopping, pay bills, all from home. If you’re interested in coming along, please contact Keith Sides On: 0208 489 5990 or e-mail: [email protected].

40/20 With Living Under One Sun Community Outreach.Every Wednesday Drop-In from 9.00am – 11.00am Heat and Eat Well. Save Money. Reduce Waste. Reduce Costs. Volunteering Opportunities. Come and find out ways to support yourself, your neighbourhoods, and the planet. Building on your well being, share information; improve green job opportunities and skills.

Tottenham Green Safer Neighbourhood Team Drop –In

Thursday 16th May 2013. From 3.00pm – 4.00pm. Total Policing is the Met’s commitment to be on the streets and in your communities to catch offenders, prevent crime and support victims. We are here for London, working with you to make our

capital safer.

The Reading Garden.Fancy a spot of gardening?

Pop in on Fridays between 10.00am to 12.00pm for a cup of tea and a chat, and a whole lot of fun in the Reading Garden.

Muswell Hill Library 1 Queen’s Avenue, London, N10 3PE Tel: 020 8489 8773 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

Adult Activities

May Author Event – Anna Raverat talks about her new book, Signs of Life Join Anna Raverat for a talk about her new book, followed by a short discussion. Described by The Guardian as “classy and accomplished”. Saturday 18th May 3.00pm

Community Tales Tell your story – listen to others – let’s begin to make an archive of what Muswell Hill people remember. Fortnightly group organised by the Friends of Muswell Hill Library (www.fomhl.co.uk) Register at [email protected] or just come along – it’s free.Thursday 2nd ,16th and 30th May 1.30 to 2.30pm Free Health Walks 30 minute health walks led by trained volunteers. Starting outside the Library walking to Highgate Wood. Please arrive 10 minutes early when joining the walk for the first time. Contact 020 8489 5320 or [email protected] for further information. Every Friday at 11.00am Safer Neighbourhoods Public meeting Next meeting: please contact directly for dates Muswell Hill Team 020 8721 2766 Please contact directly for more details Fortis Green Team 020 8721 2506 Please contact directly for more details “Learn My Way” Computer Sessions for Adults. Learn the internet basics, including surfing the web, shopping on-line and e-mails. Booking essential, as places are limited. Monday 2.00 to 3.00pm or Wednesday 10.00 to 11.00am Muswell Hill Library Book Club Friday 17th May 12.20 to 1.20pm when we will be discussing The Good Earth by Pearl Buck. Contact staff if you would like to join. Put your name on the mailing list and reserve the book – it’s that easy!

Muswell Hill Library Reading Group

Monday 20th May 6.15 to 7.30pm. We will be discussing Umbrella by Will Self. Contact staff if you would like to join. Put your name on the mailing list and reserve the book – it’s that easy! Join the Friends of Muswell Hill Library Pop into the library to register and receive regular updates from the Friends Group. Or visit www.fomhl.co.uk


Movers & Shakers Music and movement for the 0-3’s, including songs, rhymes and bubbles. Every Tuesday from 10.00am. Fee applicable and booking essential. www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers Email: [email protected] (include the venue, time, your child's full name and your mobile number) Telephone: 020 3083 8887. Messy Morning (term time only) Come to the library and make a messy craft each week. Every Wednesday 10.00am to 12.00noon Spring craft event – Make a butterfly Join us for our spring-themed free craft activity for children Wednesday 8th May 10.00am to 12.00 noon Free children’s craft – Make a spring flower Join us for a fun and easy children’s craft. Wednesday 22nd May 10.00am to 12.00 noon Half-term craft activity with Devi Free holiday craft activity with Devi. Wednesday 29th May 10.00am to 12.00 noon Half-term craft activity with Germaine and Marina Join Germaine and Marina for a special holiday craft. Friday 31st May 2.00 to 3.00pm Stay and Play New Toys At Muswell Hill Fridays 2.00pm to 4.00pm come to the library and view all the toys available for borrowing. Free Help With Maths With Christine Struggling with your maths homework? Come along to Muswell Hill Library every Tuesday for free help with maths. Every Tuesday 4.00pm to 5.00pm

Toy Library Events

Stories and Music with Liz: Mondays 2.30 to 3.00pm

Stories and Music with Liz: Thursdays 11.00 to 11.30am

St Ann’s Library

Cissbury Road, London, N15 5PU Tel: 020 8489 8775 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 and Sat 9-5

Special Events

Free Computer Tasters to celebrate Adult Learners’ Week Would you like to try something new? Sign up for these two tasters at your local library. Word and Image: - Monday 20th May, 9.30am to12.00noon Photoshop Taster: - Monday 20th May, 12.30 to 3.00pm Some basic computer knowledge is necessary. For more details ask library staff. These sessions are free but you need to register at the library.


Stay and Play Under Fives Drop In [Term Time] Story time, singing and rhyme for children and their carers. Children have fun while are introduced to books and reading. Mondays 10.00 to 10.30am

Messy Mornings for Children and their Families Come and join us in exciting craft activities. We explore different techniques and materials to make fun-things. We use hand and sponge painting, collage and play dough. Lots of fun for all the family. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Every Saturday 10.30 to 11.30am Kumon Maths and English Tuition The Kumon Method allows your child to become a confident and independent learner. For more information please contact Mr Shah on 020 8362 0960. Monday and Wednesday 3.30 to 6.00pm Wii Fridays for Children and Young People Hang out at St Ann's library and play the Wii. Have fun while strength, balance and hand and eye co-ordination. Children under eight must be accompanied by an adult. Every Friday 5.00 to 6.30pm Internet and Computer Support Drop-In - New Come and get support on how to use computers. Friendly and knowledgeable volunteers are here to help you and answer your questions. Organised by Neighbourhoods Connect team. Wednesdays 10.00am to 12noon (fortnightly from 9th January 2013) St Ann’s Book Club Do you like reading? Would you like to discuss the books you read with others? Come and join our informal and friendly book club. Just drop in. Ask library staff for more details. Monday 27th of May, 6.30pm

Coffee Morning

Pop-in to the library to meet people, have a chat and a coffee. Every Thursday 10.30am to 12.00noon Line Dancing for All This is a fun activity and great for keeping fit. It is organised by the Older and Bolder Group Every Tuesday 2.00 to 4.00pm First Byte Computer Sessions for Adults Short courses run on a monthly basis. Ask a member of staff for details. Every Monday 1.00 to 3.00pm Venture Club for the Blind and Partially-sighted If you are visually impaired and live in Haringey, come along to join our club. The Venture Club is a social club that organises activities, parties, games, raffles and excursions. Transport to and from your home can be provided if necessary. Membership is £5 per annum. For more information please contact Michael on 0208 801 0924 Every Friday from 12.30 to 3.00pm Age Concern Keep Fit Classes Every Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00am and Thursday 10.00 to 12.00noon Knitting for All Learn how to read a pattern and make fabulous garments, in a warm friendly atmosphere, come and share ideas and meet new people! We provide wool and knitting needles for beginners. Children are welcome. Please call the library for details Every Saturday 3.30 to 4.45pm

HALS AT ST ANN’S

For details of courses at St Ann’s, please call the library,020 8489 8775

HALS at Hornsey Enrol for courses starting throughout the year, starting Spring and Summer 2013 Creative courses

• Portrait Drawing for Beginners • Portrait and Life Drawing Workshops • Life Drawing for Beginners

Wellbeing courses • Chi Kung for Health • Tai Chi • CPCAB Introduction to Counselling

Skills National Careers Service at Hornsey Library

Free Careers Advice by professional qualified advisers

Appointments are available on Fridays between 10am -2pm For more information call Library enquires on 020 8489 1118 / 1429

Stroud Green and Harringay Library

Quernmore Road, London, N4 4QR Tel: 020 8489 8776 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

Adult Learners’ Week Activities

Come along & try during Adult Learners’ Week 18 – 24 May is an opportunity for individuals and organisations to celebrate the benefits of lifelong learning. Whether you’re an individual looking at anything from improving your current job prospects to learning just for fun, or an organisation looking to help support adults with lifelong learning, Adult Learners’ Week is for you. Held across all regions in England including Haringey Please call 020 8489 2500 (Haringey Adult Learning Services) or the library for details Come & try one of our activities – Have a go here! See adult listings section for our regular events schedule.

Special Event for Adults, Children & Families

Wightman Road N4 Residents’ Association Table Top Sale Spring Sale of Cakes, Books and Plants Come and have some delicious, home-baked cake, rummage through second-hand books, or buy a new plant to bring Spring into your home! (Wightman Road N4 Residents’ Association is part of the Haringey Federation of Residents’ Associations) We welcome new members. For enquiries contact Susan: 020.8341.6513; [email protected] Saturday 11th May 2013 from 12 to 3.30 pm

Event for Adults & Families:

Knitter-Natter Knitting Drop-In for knitters Weekly knitting sessions on Thursdays throughout May By popular demand a weekly Knitting Drop-In to supplement our Monthly Crafty Crochet Corner, which continues on the last Thursday of every month. – see adult listings for crochet session details. N.B Knitting sessions are not staff led: 1.00 to 3.00pm every Thursday All Welcome Come & try during adult learners’ week 18 – 24 May see above

Regular Children’s activities and events: Please note events are term time only unless otherwise stated.

Toy Library Session for Parents, Carers and Infants Browse ’n’ Borrow toys from our selection of toy sets / packs Adult Library Membership & Library Card required for toy loans. This replaces our regular Drop-in and Rhyme Time - Stay and Play event on Wednesdays during School Half Terms and Holidays Wednesday 29th May Half Term 2013 10.15 am to 11.30am Monday Messy afternoon craft activity 2.00 to 3.00pm. Come to the library for a messy craft activity using different materials each week [Term Time only]

Wednesday Drop-in and Rhyme Time - Stay and Play

Toys and song session for all to enjoy. [Term Time only] 10.15am to 11.30am - Rhyme time singing session at 10.45am Please note: according to staff availability, session may replaced with Toy Library Loan session without Rhyme Time singing session Toy Library session Half term week Weds 29th May - see above. Thursday Story time -Telling Tales 3.30 to 4.00pm Story time Session for Children with our Volunteer Andrea Friday Movers and Shakers 10.45 to 11.15am A half hour session incorporating songs, rhymes and baby signing, instruments, bubbles and parachutes! Please note Fees apply. For details & booking enquiries: Telephone: 020 3083 8887. Online: www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers Email: [email protected] (include the venue, time, your child's full name and your mobile number) Friday afternoon Rhyme time singing session for babies & toddlers 2.30 to 3.00pm. [Term Time only] Spanish session for children aged 11+ with Magnolia: GCSE level conversational Spanish in a relaxed informal setting. Improve or prepare for exams - 45 minute session. Saturday 11th May 2.00 to 2.45pm

Adult events

Go On: Computer Courses for Adults: Computer and internet course using www.learnmyway.co.uk ; an online tool for learning basic computer skills. Every Monday and Thursday from 10.00am to 12.00pm. Please phone to book a place. Come & try during adult learners’ week 18 – 24 May see above Knowing Thru Growing Gardening Group The KTG Gardening group meet on Tuesdays at Stroud Green Library from around 11.00am to 1.00pm. Learn about gardening for free on the library grounds – come along & get involved. Parental supervision required for Children For more information look at [email protected] Come & try during adult learners’ week 18 – 24 May 2013 Crafty Crochet Corner: & Knitter-Natter Knitters! Learn how to crochet for free! : Learn how to crochet with Sonia! All ages welcome. Come along, join in and learn a stitch or two with Sonia. Last Thursday of every month. Session held in conjunction with our weekly Knitter Natter drop-in session. Thursday 30hMay 2013 1.00pm to 3.00pm. Come & try during adult learners’ week 18 – 24 May 2013

Neighbourhoods Connect: Fortnightly Computer Drop- In

Session for Adults. Come and Try Session: learn about the internet and computers for free with this new initiative. Free session aimed at those with little or no computer knowledge. Some limited assistance may also be available for those using their own wi-fi enabled laptops on a first-come first served basis. For details please contact Keith tel: 020 8489 5990 Please ensure your laptop battery is fully charged before the session as use of power outlets cannot be guaranteed. Fridays 12.00pm to 2.00pm (fortnightly). To confirm May session dates please phone Keith - Tel: 020 8489 5990 Join the Friends of Stroud Green Library Yahoo Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/friendsofstroudgreenlibrary You can do this at home or at the library

Stroud Green Residents Association Surgery (SGRA) Held on the last Thursday of every month. Drop in for advice, community information etc. Contact Kit Greveson for details. Email [email protected] 6.30pm Thursday 30th May 2013. Please call to confirm session

SPANISH FOR GCSE STUDENTS

Come along to our relaxing, easy conversational Spanish group and practise for your oral exams

All welcome and its free!

Stroud Green and Harringay Library every other Saturday from 2.00 - 2.45pm

Next sessions 11th May 2013 Los esperamos!

Wood Green Library High Road, London, N22 6XD Tel: 020 8489 2700 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 8.45-7, Sat 9-5 & Sun 12-4.00

Adult & Business Events

CELEBRATING LEARNING TOGETHER VISIT WOOD GREEN LIBRARY

Improve your English skillsESOL assessment session on Thursday 23rd May, 2.00 to 4.00 pm at Wood Green Library. Please make enquires at HALS Reception Family Learning Celebration of “Brilliant Stories" Project Monday 20th May 2013 3.00 to 7.00pm, 1st Floor, the Gallery, Wood Green Library In August 2012 Haringey Adult Learning Service (HALS) was awarded a National Institution for Adult Continuing Education (NIACE) fund to develop an exciting and sustainable educational project within the local community with training partner Raising Voices. Local parents were trained as Community Educators and have successfully delivered the innovative Brilliant Stories project, using electronic tablet devices, an ‘app’ and story-telling activities, to parents and their children in partnership with schools and children’s centres in the east of Haringey since November. Barnet & Southgate College information Stall - ALW Monday 20th May 10am to 2pm New! Around the World In Latin Dances (ages 16-31) Every Thursday 5.15pm – 6.15pm commencing 9th May 2013 Email Natalia for details at: [email protected] Free Business Workshops In the Library’s Business Lounge The Global Institute for Entrepreneurship (GIE) is running a number of free Business Workshop in the Business Lounge for established and prospective social enterprises and businesses within Haringey. These workshops are suitable for businesses, voluntary groups, community projects and social enterprises that want to develop their skills and learn more and are a great opportunity to share ideas and experiences with others Women In Business - Tuesday 14th May 2pm – 4pm Do you have what it takes to set up a new Business or become self-employed? Are you finding it challenging to balance business and home life? Find out what the realities are and what skills & qualities you will need. This workshop also aims to give insight to those thinking of starting a business

Are You Thinking About Starting a Business? Tuesday 21st May 2pm – 4pm Do you have what it takes to set up a new business or become self employed? Find out what the day to day realities are and what skills & qualities you will need. This introduction workshop aims to give insight for those who are thinking of starting a business Are You Thinking About Starting a Social Enterprise? Thursday 23rd May 2pm – 4pm If you are starting a business that helps people or communities “a social enterprise”, then this workshop is for you. Find out what defines a sociable business, what skills & qualities are needed to set up one. This introduction workshop aims to give insight for those thinking about developing a social enterprise To book contact 0203 369 9878 or for more info email Diana Powell at :[email protected] Calling Iranian Communities – Are You Thinking about Starting a Business? Friday 17th May 2pm – 5pm Do you have what it takes to set up a new business or become self employed? Find out what the day to day realities are and what skills and qualities you will need. This introduction workshop in partnership with the Iranian welfare Association aims to give insight for those who are thinking of starting a business. This workshop is targeted only for people from Iranian Communities For more information email Mina at [email protected] Business Advice & Seminars by Appointment Only Gain practical and confidential one to one business advice Every Tuesday 10am to 2pm - to book an appt call 0208 489 2780 6 Degrees Club – Business ForumFor business entrepreneurs to meet exchange ideas & networking 4th Wednesday of each month 5.30 to 7.00pm

Adults Activities, Information, & Advice

Active With Ease Information StallFor Over 18s in Haringey who do little or no physical activity! Take part in a wide range of free beginner level physical activity and sports programmes. Find out how you get involved Every Tuesday 3pm to 6pm or contact 0208 344 3169 for details Neighbourhoods Connect Computer Sessions for Adults Learn about computers with this new Haringey council initiatives aimed at those with little or no computer knowledge Thursdays from 9am to 11am info call Keith on 0208 489 5992

Carers’ Hub

Haringey Carers’ HubDrop-in for Unpaid Haringey Carers’ for the use of computers or for Information & Advice. For Appointment & drop-in times contact: Mental Health Carers’ Support Assistants – 0208 275 4632 BME Carers’ Support Service – 0208 808 5510 Asian Carers’ Support Group – 0208 365 7708 Alzheimer’s Society Haringey – 0208 937 7171

Clubs and Courses

Theatre for Mankind Regular monthly workshop in creative writing and performance Examines and discusses all aspects of contemporary theatre 3rd Monday of each month 3.30 to 7.00pm info call 0208 444 5081 Turkish Literary Group – In the Community Room3rd Monday of each month 12.00noon to 2.00pm Get Online – Basic Computer Session for Beginners Mondays 9.00am to 11.00am to book call Don on 0208 489 2780 Retired Nurses MeetingMonday 13th May 1.00pm to 4.00pm HU3A – Haringey University of 3rd Age1st Wednesday of each month 1.00pm to 3.00pm Bengali Writers’ GroupFirst Friday of each month 4.00pm to 6.30pm Older People’s Drop In Friday 24th May 1.30pm to 3.30pm Urdu Poetry Group First Saturday of each month 1.00pm to 5.00pm

Health and Wellbeing

Environmental Advice Drop-inEnergy saving information and advice sessions 1st Monday of each month 13th May 10.30am to 12.30pm Contact Daniel on 07557 491 for more information Haringey Advisory Group on Alcohol Information Drop In Worried about your own or someone else’s drug and or alcohol use? Don’t! Come and speak to a local drug or alcohol professional or volunteer about alcohol, drugs, treatment and recovery. 1st Tuesday of each month 1.30pm to 4.30pm Haringey Phoenix Group (Sight awareness)Advice and information for blind and partially sighted adults Fortnightly on Mondays 2.00pm to 5.00pm Hatha Yoga Class Every Monday 1.00 to 2.00pm: £7.50 per lesson or £24 for 4 Contact Marie Flore on 020 8341 0414 all levels welcomed Different Strokes Every Wednesday 11.15am to 12.15pm Stroke Awareness Drop In1st Wednesday of each month 10am to 1pm Information and Helpline contact: 0303 3033 100 wwwstroke.org.uk Fitness for life ClassMondays 10.30 to 11.30am & Wednesdays 10am to 11am For details contact Kiki on 07903 582 883 - £3 per class IAPT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy NHS Support Service Every Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday 1.00pm to 5.00pm To book call 0203 074 2299 (West Haringey), 0208 808 5833 (East Haringey) or visit: [email protected] Mind In Haringey Information StallMonday 13th May 10.00am to 12noon

Adoption and Fostering Information Session

Find out everything you need to know about: Adoption Wednesday - NO SESSION IN MAY Fostering Thursday 23rd May 6.00pm to 8.00pm Info email:[email protected]/0208489 4610 Sankofa Care Fostering and Adoption:Wednesday 1st May 10.00am to 2.00pm Wednesday 15th May 10.00am to 2.00pm Help a young person soar! Would you like the opportunity to make a difference in young people & children’s lives? Contact our team for Information & Recruitment: wwwsankofacare.co.uk/02085445100 or email:[email protected] Macmillan Cancer Support Information Drop In1st Wednesday of each month 1.00pm to 3.00pm Nicherin Daishonin Buddhism Dialogue (held in the Health Suite)You are warmly invited to a Dialogue meeting based on Nicherin Daishonin Buddhism : info [email protected] Saturday 11th May 1pm to 2pm, Tuesday 21st May 11am to 12pm Contact 07545858872 for more information Quit Smoking Drop InWednesdays 12.00noon to 3.00pm For more information contact 0208 370 1022/0800 652 8405 Stroke Information Drop In Information on prevention, management, & rehabilitation 1st Wednesday of each month 11.00 to 1.00pm Enquiries contact: @hotmail val.schilling.com Age Concern (Age UK) Drop In for Haringey Residents Speak to local Age UK advisor on a number of topics relating to advice/information (including benefit checks(for those aged 60+) Every Thursday from 9.30am to 12.30pm – or call 0208 801 2444 Gay-Wise Drop In Evenings1st & 3rd Thursday of the month 6.00pm to 8.00pm For more information call 020 8889 9555 Weight Watchers Every Thursday 12.30 to 2.00pm for details call: 0845 345 1500 The Big Switch Action - 40/20 With Living Under One Sun Every Thursday 9am to 11am Come and find out ways to help support yourself, your neighbourhoods and the planet. Share information, volunteering, improve green job opportunities and skills Heat and Eat well, save Energy reduce Waste, reduce Costs DASH Drugs Advisory Service HaringeyDASH offers a free & confidential service, providing a range of services to drug users, their families, partners & friends in Haringey 1st Friday of each month 12noon to 2pm Information/enquiries please contact Idris on 0208 702 6220 Around the World In Latin Dances (ages 16-31)Every Thursday 5.15pm – 6.15pm commencing 9th May 2013 Email Natalia for details at: [email protected]

NHS Health Trainers by Appointments Only

Free one-to-one confidential support and guidance to help you to: Eat healthily, Lose weight, Be more active & Stop smoking For info or to book an appointment call 0208 344 3169 Weatherstone Therapies Holistic FairHealth treatments - It's free to come in and talk to us but taster sessions are about £10. Saturday 11th May from 2.15 to 4.30pm Info contact 0208 340 0566 or www.weatherstonetherapies.co.uk

Children’s Events

Stay & Play for Pre-school ChildrenMondays Singing 10.30am to 11.am Stay & Play 11am to 12noon Under 5’s Messy Craft Every Tuesday 10.00am to 11.00am Term Time Only Under 5’s Story Time Every Wednesday from 11.00am to 11.30am Coming soon Children’s Book Clubif you like reading and would like to talk about the books you have read, we are hoping to run a reading group for children aged 8-10years. For details please see Cathy at the Children’s Library counter or contact 0208 489 2776 Art Club for ages 8-11 yrsThursdays 4pm to 5.30pm Please note – Day & time of this event is subject to change Kumon Maths & English Tuition for your Children (all ages) Study daily to develop confidence to achieve full potential Tuesdays 4.00pm to 6.00pm & Saturdays 9.00am to 2.00pm For more information contact Bindu Shah on 020 8362 0960 First Class Learning Tuition – Maths & EnglishFor Key Stages 1, 2, 3 & 4 – Tuesdays 4.00pm to 6.00pm For more information contact Poonam on 0208 731 8696

Youth Library Ages 11-19ys

Youth Library Activities – for Ages 11 – 19yrsQuiz Evening Every Monday 4.30pm to 6.00pm Register your name to participate on 0208 489 2752 For more information and booking contac Guess Who Game Every 2nd Thursday of each month 4pm to 6pm Board Games (Monopoly, Scrabble, Hangman & Taboo) Every Wednesday 4.00pm to 5.00pm Come along `and join us after school or college Youth-wise Evening Drop In for young people (ages 13-19) Free service for young LGBT people Second Thursday of the month from 5.30pm to 7.00pm Contact 0208 889 9555 or visit [email protected] Youth Community & Participation Service (formerly Connexions) Mondays & Wednesdays 2pm to 5pm, Fridays 3pm to 6pm Info contact 0808 001 3219/0208 489 1410

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2nd Floor, Wood Green Library, High Road, N22 6XD HALS offer a range of courses available for people over the age of 19

Free Courses for people actively seeking work For Information call 020 8489 2500

Family Learning Brilliant Stories (FREE) – A unique chance for parents and carers to learn to use tablet computers and an ‘app’ to make up stories with photos, pictures, sounds and words to use with their children. Learn story telling skills and how you can help your children develop. The 20 hour courses will take place at Broadwater Farm Children’s Centre (020 8885 8800), Woodlands Park Children’s Centre (020 8802 0041), South Grove Children’s Centre (020 8802 7520), Northumberland Park Community School (020 8275 4848) and Risley Avenue Primary School (020 8808 0792).

Courses are Free, but dates are restricted and subject to availability. Full attendance on 10 sessions required. Some crèche places may be available for children 1-5 years. CLIF funded project. FREE Family Learning courses are now enrolling for the Spring Term at: Children’s Centres: Woodside, Woodlands Park, The Ladder, South Grove, Broadwater Farm and Bounds Green Children’s Centres Primary Schools: West Green, St Mary’s CE, Lancasterian, Risley Avenue, Ferry Lane, Earlham, Alexandra and Crowland Primary Schools Other venues: Northumberland Park Community School Wolves Lane Horticultural Centre North Bank (Muswell Hill) Wood Green Learning Centre For Information:

• Enrol on the ground floor reception, Wood Green Central Library • Call 020 8489 2500 • Telephone enrolments 020 8489 2596 • Pick up a programme guide from any Haringey Library • Check online at www.haringey.gov.uk/halsprogramme

Leisure Services

This section lists sport and horticulture activities and events taking place in the boroughs parks, open spaces and leisure centres.

TCV – The Conservation Volunteers (formally BTCV) TCV will provide tools, tea and TLC, but please bring your own lunch and suitable clothing for all weather conditions. For more details about these activities please contact TCV on 020 8348 6005 or email [email protected] Wonderful Woodlands at Lordship Rec

Thursday 2 May, 10.30am – 2.30pm Continuing our work to create drainage to help alleviate flooding along the woodland footpath, this is an opportunity to learn the technique of building French drains that involves digging a ditch and filling it with recycled rubble and stones. Meet: Downhills Park Rd. entrance of park, Tottenham N17 Naturally Nature at Railway Fields Tuesday 7 May, 10am – 3pm A variety of tasks at this hidden oasis include clearing footpaths and placing woodchip along them to enhance this Green Hub on Green Lanes for wildlife. Meet: At hut of Railway Fields, 381 Green Lanes, N4 1ES Community Gardening at Living Under One Sun Thursday 9 May, 10.30am – 2.30pm A variety of tasks in this community award-winning allotment run by Living Under One Sun, which won The Conservation Volunteers’ Community Group of 2011. Dig in on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Meet: Entrance to East Hale Allotments on Mill Mead Road, Tottenham Hale, N17 9QU Wildlife Habitats along the Parkland Walk North Tuesday 14 May, 10am – 3pm Creating a new habitat for invertebrates and wildlife, transforming an unsuccessful pond into a thriving minibeast metropolis, along this former historic railway line that used to link Finsbury Park to Alexandra Palace. Meet: Cranley Gardens entrance of Walk, Muswell Hill, N10 Nature Community Gardening at Markfield Park

Thursday 16 May, 10.30am – 2.30pm Returning to the community nature garden after focus on other areas of the park, weeding the bee/butterfly, herbal and healing beds, alongside a general tidy-up around the footpaths. Make your Mark at Markfield every month. Meet: Markfield Park café, Markfield Park, Crowland Road, Seven Sisters N15 Coldfall Wood - TBC Tuesday 21 May, 10am – 3pm Fancy Footpaths at Finsbury Park Thursday 23 May, 10.30am – 2.30pm Placing woodchip along the paths and some light conservation activities in a small community garden managed by Friends for the benefit of wildlife. Meet: Manor House gate entrance of park, N4 Spinney Around in Lordship Rec Tuesday, 28 May, 10am – 3pm A variety of different tasks in the spinney such as dead hedging, creating wildlife habitats and placing woodchip on the footpaths in an area managed for the benefit wildlife by the Lordship Wildlife Group. Meet: Broadwater Farm Community Centre, Adams Road, Tottenham N17 6HE Parkland Walk South Clean-Up Thursday 30 May, 10.30am – 2.30pm A deep clean of the Parkland Walk, clearing up the entrances and all the hidden nooks and crannies to enhance this unique green corridor for the benefit of wildlife and visitors. Meet: Finsbury Park café (next to lake), N4 Harmony Gardens Green Gym Every Friday, 10am – 1pm May is a busy month in the vegetable calendar for sowing beans, beetroot, broccoli, carrots and spinach, and for planting out artichoke, brussels sprouts, cabbage, leek and squash. Join The Conservation Volunteers every Friday to produce vegetables for Broadwater Farm Community Centre’s community kitchen project (and enough for some home cooking) and to create a new wildlife education area. Working in partnership with Back 2 Earth and the Friends of Harmony Gardens, this is an exciting opportunity to get involved in helping to develop this green space. Back 2 Earth and Friends of Harmony Gardens also have volunteer sessions every Tuesday, 10am-4pm. Meet: Next to Broadwater Farm Community Centre, Adams Road, Tottenham N17 6HE

Events in Parks

Music Sessions with Jeremy every Thursday @ Finsbury Park Cafe Every Thursday, 10:30am - 11:15am Drop In - Come along Fees Apply per child. Mostly geared toward 2 - 4 years but all ages encouraged. Further info: Jeremy 07934 233 268 Walking for Health Every Friday in May - 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31 Meet 10.25am for 10.30am start from Stonebridge Lock. These morning walks are part of Natural England's programme (supported by Haringey Council), beginning at Stonebridge Lock and lasting approx 30 to 45 minutes. This has also become quite a social event - the group usually return to the Waterside Centre for coffee, biscuits and chat! All welcome! Further info: Friends of Tottenham Marshes [email protected] / 020 8808 5612 or 020 8808 1341 www.tottenhammarshes.org David Cottridge: The Language of Photography Saturday 11 May 2013, 2 - 4pm Waterside Centre, Stonebridge Lock, Lea Valley Regional Park (booking required, £2 FoTM members, £4 non-members) David's powerpoint presentation discusses the influences of other photographers and artists on his own work, and talks about the ideas that have shaped his recent photography. Further info: Friends of Tottenham Marshes [email protected] / 020 8808 5612 or 020 8808 1341 www.tottenhammarshes.org Tree Walk in Alexandra Park Sunday 19 May 2013, 4 – 5pm Meet at the Park Information Centre Further info: Friends of Alexandra Park www.friendsofalexandrapark.org

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Walking Groups

Various walking groups taking place at various times and locations across the borough, for all abilities…

Led By When Meet at Contact

NHS North Central London

Monday from 9.20am

Downhills Park Road, N17 6NY (Lordship Rec entrance)

North Central London on 020 8489 5326 / 5320 or [email protected]

NHS North Central London (Stonecroft Children's Centre)

Monday from 10.15am

100 Priory Road, N8 7RH


Pram Attack For mums, dads and babies

Monday 11.30 - 12.30pm

Outside Finsbury Park Cafe, Endymion Road, N4 1EE

Vikki on 07903 272 934 or see the Pram Attack website (external link)


Tuesday from 9.15am (term time only)

Gates of Belmont Rec. Boundary Road, N22



Tuesday from 10.00am

Whymark Avenue, N22 6DJ (outside gym)



Wednesday from 9.15am

Markfield Park (Cafe area), N15 4RB


NHS North Central London (Queenswood Surgery, Hornsey Medical Centre)

Wednesday From 11.00am

151 Park Road, N8 8JD



Wednesday 11.30 - 12.30pm

Outside Finsbury Park Cafe, Endymion Road, N4 1EE

Vikki on 07903 272 934 or see the Pram Attack website (external link)

NHS North Central London (Somerset Gardens GP Surgery)

Wednesday from 5.30pm

4 Creighton Road, N17 8NW



Wednesday from 6.00pm

NRC, Park Lane, N17 0HJ



Thursday 11am – 12 noon

Russell Park Salvation Army, Lymington Avenue, N22 6JA



Friday 10.00 - 11am

Finsbury Park Cafe, Endymion Road, N4 1EE

Vikki on 07903 272 934


Friday from 10.30am

Stonebridge Lock Cafe, N17



Friday from 11.00am

Reception of Tottenham Green Leisure Centre, 1 Philip Lane, N15 4JA



Friday from 11.00am

Outside Muswell Hill Library, Queens Ave, N10 3PE


The Asian Centre

Friday 11.00 – 12.30pm

Outside The Asian Centre, 8 Caxton Road, N22 6TB

Dipak on 0208 889 2947 or 07956 486 146 or [email protected]

NHS North Central London (Somerset Gardens GP Surgery)

Saturday from 10.30am

4 Creighton Road, N17 8NW


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