Month: March 2020

Great British Home Chorus

British choirmaster, composer and TV presenter, Gareth Malone, has launched an ‘at home’ digital choir to boost the nation’s morale during coronavirus self-isolation. His heart-warming new initiative, ‘The Great British Home Chorus’, has been designed to bring together both amateur and professional performers around the UK by encouraging them to sing with others online. The… Continue reading Great British Home Chorus

‘Plum Tree Blossom’

Special moments captured whilst checking in with members: “This is a photo is of the plum tree blossom at the Caring Together allotment. I went out for some exercise and potential food supplies. I checked on the rhubarb as thought I might be able to gather some yet it seems to be a bit slow… Continue reading ‘Plum Tree Blossom’

‘Virtual Party’

‘Virtual Party’ Special moments captured whilst checking in with members: “It was my friends birthday last week. I managed to get a card to her before the lock down. On the day of her birthday I got up and dressed. I made some food and sat at my table and lit a candle. My friend… Continue reading ‘Virtual Party’

Historical look at Quarry Hill Flats in Leeds: ‘The Lost Community’

These two short films offer a historical look at Quarry Hill Flats in Leeds: ‘The Lost Community’ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DKX-aH3jH0Y ~~~ The below link is where Martin McGuire talks about his time living there. There are some lovely pictures. The film is by Leeds Museums https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pkbjedp7Dsk ~~~~ Please note both have sound so you might have to unmute… Continue reading Historical look at Quarry Hill Flats in Leeds: ‘The Lost Community’

Clap for Carers – to thank NHS workers Tonight at 8pm

People across the country are being asked to join a #clapforcarers event tonight to thank the NHS workers who are working tirelessly throughout the ongoing COVID-19(coronavirus) pandemic in the UK. The Clap For Our Carers campaign will see people across the UK applaud NHS workers from the doorsteps, balconies or windows of their homes at… Continue reading Clap for Carers – to thank NHS workers Tonight at 8pm

Step-by-step guide: How to video call family and friends

BBC Step-by-step guide: How to video call family and friends If you are self-isolating at home, video-chatting can help you stay in touch with your friends and family. This guide will show you how to make a video call using a smartphone, or receive one using your desktop computer – or help you explain how to… Continue reading Step-by-step guide: How to video call family and friends

Met Police warn against scammers sending text messages

Met Police warn against scammers sending text messages as noted below: BE AWARE | We are aware of scammers sending text messages such as the below to take advantage of unsuspecting members of the public at this time. Never click on links that are included in a text or email unless you are 100% sure… Continue reading Met Police warn against scammers sending text messages

“Jigsaw Anyone?”

Anyone fancy having a go at some online Jigsaws? If so just click on the link below and select the one you like by double clicking.  Rather than using your hands you can select a piece and move it with your mouse, or if you have touch screen your finger. And no need to sign… Continue reading “Jigsaw Anyone?”