Category: Caring Together

Covid “Enhanced Support” status for Leeds and texts to vulnerable residents

The Government decided not to put new local lockdown restrictions on Leeds this week but it has been moved up to being an area of concern and to receive enhanced national support to help curb the rise in coronavirus cases.  A statement from Leeds City Council is here : https://news.leeds.gov.uk/news/leeds-people-urged-to-help-city-stay-out-of-further-restrictions Leeds City Council are texting… Continue reading Covid “Enhanced Support” status for Leeds and texts to vulnerable residents

Virtual Talks, Tours and Events from Leeds Civic Trust

Leeds Civic Trust bring together a collection of virtual talks, tours and events for you to discover at your leisure. A number of these are as part of the Heritage Open Days event but the list also includes links to other online events from the Civic Trust. Leeds Civic Trust Live

Bagpipes anyone?

I’ve not been able to find much in the way of theatre offerings so here’s something completely different for this weekend.  Virtual Highland Games.   As all the highland games have been cancelled this year the 2020 Braemar Gathering decided to offer you a Virtual Highland Games instead. ‘Throughout the day on Saturday the 12th… Continue reading Bagpipes anyone?

Reminder that NHS is here for you

Amid concerns that people are not accessing healthcare services when they need to, the local NHS wants to remind people  that services are still here when you need them.  Although how to access them may have changed slightly. It is hugely important that people seek medical care when they need it,  particularly those that are… Continue reading Reminder that NHS is here for you

Government annouces major changes to try and halt the rise in coronavirus

I’m sure you are all aware of the government annoucement yesterday which will make it illegal for more than 6 people to meet – indoors or outdoors There is more detailed information about this on the government website here Gov.uk – Coronavirus, what you can and can’t do And a good summary with a helpful graphic… Continue reading Government annouces major changes to try and halt the rise in coronavirus

Heritage Open Days 11-20 September

England’s largest festival of history and culture! Every September thousands of volunteers across England organise events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are FREE to explore. This year will be a mix of online and in person events… Continue reading Heritage Open Days 11-20 September

Poetry Corner: ‘Praise Poem for Yorkshire Puddings’ written by Ian McMillan

‘Praise Poem for Yorkshire Puddings’ Light brown moon in a gravy sky Round O of delight on a big white plate Floppy as a vest if you get ’em out early Hard as a wall if you get ’em out late   Alchemy of eggs and milk and flour Aesthetically gorgeous in a kitchen full… Continue reading Poetry Corner: ‘Praise Poem for Yorkshire Puddings’ written by Ian McMillan

Lights, Camera, Action: M&S on Film!

The M&S Company Archive, Leeds, West Yorkshire Discover some of the gems in the M&S Company Archive’s film collection, including 1960s cinema adverts and 1970s tv ads. Free online talk. Pre-recorded talk (45 mins) with Ask the Archivist. Explore the history of advertising at M&S and have the best seats in the house to view… Continue reading Lights, Camera, Action: M&S on Film!

‘Monday Mind Workout’ – answers for Monday 7th September 2020

Good morning, please find below the answers for the Monday Mind Workout from yesterday, how did you do? 1. What did ‘Tiswas’ stand for? Today is Saturday, watch and smile 2.Which British band put A Message In A Bottle in 1979? The Police 3. Who was Prime Minister of the UK for the longest during… Continue reading ‘Monday Mind Workout’ – answers for Monday 7th September 2020

‘Monday Mind Workout’ – Monday 7th September 2020

Good morning, Today’s ‘Monday Mind Workout is 70s themed – good luck! 1. What did ‘Tiswas’ stand for? 2.Which British band put A Message In A Bottle in 1979? 3. Who was Prime Minister of the UK for the longest during the 1970s? 4.The film Rocketman charts the rise of which 70s superstar? 5. What… Continue reading ‘Monday Mind Workout’ – Monday 7th September 2020