Author: Caring Together

Online Family History for Beginners Workshops from Leeds Libraries

Free workshops until the end of September. Wednesdays 2.00 – 3.30pm. 5th August, 19th August, 2nd September, 16th September, 30th September   Ancestry.com is now free for all Leeds Libraries users, so there has never been a better time to begin your family history research. A live and interactive version of the popular Family History… Continue reading Online Family History for Beginners Workshops from Leeds Libraries

‘Monday Mind Workout’ – Answers for Monday 3rd August 2020

Dear all,This weeks ‘Monday Mind Workout’ was about what happened in August – see the answers below, how did you do? 1. In Britain the BBC transmits the first high definition television pictures on the 26th August, but in which year? 1934, 1936, or 1938 2.At one time August was known as Sextilis. What does… Continue reading ‘Monday Mind Workout’ – Answers for Monday 3rd August 2020

Your health and accessing NHS Leeds services

A survey from ‘We are magpie’ – Leeds based campaigns agency. They say: “If you are in #Leeds we’e love to hear your thoughts on your local NHS services. Our survey takes around 5 minutes to complete but could influence health campaigns & services for years to come. http://ow.ly/606b50AyYdd   If you are over 16… Continue reading Your health and accessing NHS Leeds services

‘Monday Mind Workout’ – Monday 3rd August 2020

Dear all,This weeks ‘Monday Mind Workout’ is what happened in August? Good luck! 1. In Britain the BBC transmits the first high definition television pictures on the 26th August, but in which year? 1934, 1936, or 1938 2.At one time August was known as Sextilis. What does this word mean? Eighth Summer Wedding Sixth 3.Born… Continue reading ‘Monday Mind Workout’ – Monday 3rd August 2020

Do you want to take part in a writing activity from Leeds Playhouse – Ghost Light Monologue

Leeds Playhouse invite you to take part in a free-writing activity – details below from the Playhouse Engagement team: “Inspired by photographer Helen Murray’s exhibition, Our Empty Theatres, we want you to respond to the image of the ghost light in the Quarry Theatre. All you have to do is write a 5-line monologue that begins with the… Continue reading Do you want to take part in a writing activity from Leeds Playhouse – Ghost Light Monologue

Live at the Virtual Square – today

https://www.facebook.com/events/584555638897012/ Music:Leeds:Leeds and Millennium Square present Live in the Virtual Square, a live streaming all day showcase, celebrating artists from the region. After a successful day in 2019 at Millennium Square, this year’s event will be held online. Featuring artists chosen through the Music:Leeds Launchpad programme, plus some special guests! INTRODUCING OUR ANNOUNCED ARTISTS (in three words… Continue reading Live at the Virtual Square – today

Changes to shielding from today – but other lockdown easing on hold

From 1 August, the government will pause shielding unless the transmission of COVID-19 in the community starts to rise significantly. This means: the government will no longer be advising you to shield If you were receiving Government food box deliveries they will stop you will still be eligible for priority supermarket slots (if you have… Continue reading Changes to shielding from today – but other lockdown easing on hold

Happy Yorkshire Day to You!!

This year’s official Yorkshire Day (1st August) celebrations were due to be taking place in Rotherham, but due to coronavirus, a virtual event will be taking place online instead. The event will be streamed online and will feature a variety of entertainment including local poets and storytellers. You can watch it on the facebook page (it’s a public… Continue reading Happy Yorkshire Day to You!!

A Harry Potter based musical this week – free online

A Very Potter Musical. StarKid Productions. FREE online Get ready for a musical adventure as Harry and his pals go back to school for another year of learning shenanigans! Only this year their wizarding world gets turned on its head when the Dark Lord comes back from the dead to take his revenge on The… Continue reading A Harry Potter based musical this week – free online

More sport returns this weekend – Super League and County Cricket

County Cricket returns tomorrow, Sat 1st Aug, but it will be without fans after the government decided it was too risky to go ahead with a pilot plan to allow a small number of fans to attend.  It is hoped that the pilot might be able to go ahead after August 15th. Yorkshire’s first fixture… Continue reading More sport returns this weekend – Super League and County Cricket