Category: Caring Together

Live music from Left Bank

Left Bank Leeds are bringing live music to their garden every Friday in August. (Left Bank Leeds, Cardigan Rd (opposite Milford Builders),Leeds LS6 1LJ) The events are free but booking is essential to ensure that they can keep the numbers safely socially distanced   They say, “These laid-back, intimate gigs are a great way to… Continue reading Live music from Left Bank

Poetry Corner: ‘Sing a song of Yorkshire’ written by Doreen Brigham

Dear all, It was Yorkshire Day on the 1st August so we hope you like this week’s Poem 🙂 It was written by Doreen Brigham from Harrogate and was the winner of a competition to write words of A Symphony for Yorkshire by BBC for Yorkshire Day 2010 . Sing a song of Yorkshire, from… Continue reading Poetry Corner: ‘Sing a song of Yorkshire’ written by Doreen Brigham

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!!