Category Archives: Caring Together

Opera and Ballet to watch online

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A couple more online events for you to watch, this time an Opera and a Ballet as part of the #OurHouseToYourHouse series.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEYvbFLQBu8&t=48s

Join The Royal Opera House for Puccini’s Il trittico: Il tabarro, Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicchi.
The Story:
Il tabarro is a tale of jealousy and murder between Michele, his young wife Giorgetta and her lover Luigi, set aboard a barge on the Seine.
Suor Angelica tells the story of the nun Angelica’s familial loss, sacrifice and suicide.
Gianni Schicchi is an opera full of trickery, greed and romance as a family dispute breaks out over a missing will.
Available till 19th June

Or try The Royal Ballet for Frederick Ashton’s La Fille mal gardée (The Wayward Daughter). One of the choreographer’s most joyous and colourful creations and inspired by his love for the Suffolk countryside, the ballet is set on a farm and tells a story of love between Lise, the daughter of Widow Simone, and Colas, a young farmer. It contains some of Ashton’s most stunning choreography, most strikingly in the series of energetic pas de deux that express the youthful passion of the young lovers, performed here by Marianela Nuñez and Carlos Acosta. The ballet is laced with exuberant good humour, and elements of national folk dance, from dancing chickens and a maypole dance to a Lancashire clog dance.

Available till 26th June

As part of the #OurHouseToYourHouse series, join The Royal Opera for a Premiere stream of Puccini’s Il trittico: Il tabarro, Suor Angelica and Gianni Schicch…

Shared Moments: Day 56 written by Maureen Kershaw

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Dear all,

Day 56 – I find the taking of the daily walk quite odd in that since we were told we could exercise outside for an hour each day, I don’t always take up the offer. Never having driven, I’ve been a regular walker of distances, literally taking it in my stride, back and forth on a daily basis, but if I dont have and/or want to venture out, then I don’t. Since Lockdown I often feel guilty when deciding not to take a walk, mainly because of being blessed not to be in the category forbidding an outing beyond the garden gate for several more weeks. It is with this gratitude I almost feel the exercise has become compulsory and by not adhering to it, I should be aware of the consequences. Rather like convincing my parents I needed to stay home from school – but then fearing a visit from the Board Man! From today, with the easing of some lockdown restrictions, we have been granted more freedom to take up certain sporting activities. Mine certainly won’t be tennis. Boris apparently plays the game so maybe the suggestion to us was for his benefit? Apart from not understanding tennis, I haven’t the stamina for it and couldn’t possibly reveal my bare legs. Golf is another possibility if we promise not to touch the flags, but checked trousers don’t do anything for me. Angling perchance? Sitting on a riverbank all day? I don’t think so, having neither the inclination – or a thermos flask – besides I’m allergic to fish.

I am eternally grateful for my two new knees over the years which enable me to walk much further nowadays. However my feet have seen considerable mileage and I have promised them chiropody if and when available. We are advised not to use public transport should there be a surge in people returning to work from today. I will, therefore, need to don my sturdy footwear and be prepared for longer walks come rain or shine.

Footwear?….now there’s a thought….

Wonderful, thank you so much Maureen, until next time…..

Healthwatch Leeds Survey on Shielding

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Since the start of the pandemic, many people in Leeds have been advised to “shield” to keep themselves as safe as possible. Healthwatch Leeds would like people to let them know how this has been for them and what can be done to help them over the coming weeks.

Healthwatch would be grateful if people who have been shielding could complete their survey so they can feed back people’s experiences and help shape the city’s response to coronavirus in Leeds. You can find the survey here

If you’d like more information about shielding, please see the link at the end of the survey. If you know someone who is shielding and would like to take part in this but cannot complete it online, they are welcome to call the Healthwatch team on 0113 898 0035 to talk through the questions.

Your Healthwatch Leeds

Shared Moments: Day 54 written by Maureen Kershaw

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Dear all,

Day 54 – Call me old fashioned but some of today’s “speak” I do get cross about. In my book those who travel on buses or trains are passengers but at some point they became customers. A cold word, all about profits but perfectly acceptable in shops or wherever we buy. On Ocean going Liners, staterooms with full sized beds and bathrooms are occupied by “guests” although, thankfully, they are still at times referred to as passengers, which is probably at the insistence of the Merchant Navy. It always seemed so right to sleep in a bunk – in a cabin with a porthole or at best a window. Of course they are now floating hotels, or even small towns, which I suppose is why they are run by Hotel Management, rather than by homely sea-faring titles.

I can never accept the new way of business talk with its blue sky thinking and having a dialogue – I thought it was simply just talking to each other. Platforms – digital malarky and all that;: platforms are where you catch a train from, or it can be a smaller version of a stage. I’ve heard it said in meetings that “this is not the right arena”, Oh? Should we have been at the First Direct or 02? I cringe when someone rings to “touch base”. Sorry, are we playing baseball? I’ll just go get my shorts and pumps. As I listen to the radio an interviewee has just said the dreaded “going forward”. What happened to “in the future” as it always was? Gypsy Petulengro or whoever happens to be on the Pier looking into the future, wouldn’t be the same if “going forward”. It doesn’t ring true. There again one told me in Blackpool that the man in my life would go to great heights. When I returned to the Winter Gardens he was on the roof feeding video cables through – so that came true. I will move with some times but not all, so you have my permission to call me old fashioned.

Thank you once again for sharing Maureen, until next time….

‘Support Bubbles’ – Government Guidance from today

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New Government guidance means that from today (Saturday 13th June) people who live alone can form a “support bubble” with one other household. Those in the support bubble can spend time with each other inside the home and do not have to remain 2m apart.
Your support bubble should only be with one other household and you should not change who is in your bubble or have close contact with anyone else you do not live with.
If you or someone in your support bubble is showing coronavirus symptoms, everyone in your support bubble should stay home and self isolate.
https://www.gov.uk/…/meeting-people-from-outside-your-house…

The easing of restrictions includes healthy people aged 70 or over but the advice for those aged 70 and over continues to be that they should take particular care to minimise contact with others outside their household.

If you are classed as extremely vulnerable then the guidance for you has not changed and it is recommended that you continue to shield.
It is still against the law to have visits from or visit the home of anyone who is not part of your household or‘support bubble’.

You can still meet outdoors with up to 6 people providing you maintain social distancing rules and keep 2 metres apart.
https://www.gov.uk/…/meeting-people-from-outside-your-house…

The Government advice continues to be that the best way to keep yourself and others safe is to stay home as much as possible

‘The Wiz’ – Streaming this weekend – The Shows Must Go On

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 Streaming from 7pm tonight and available for 48 hours

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=46S9yppXxKE

“The Wiz Live!” brings the wonderful world of Oz to life like never before, featuring a star-studded cast of performers and the awe-inspiring Cirque du Soleil Theatrical. Whisked away from home by a tornado, young Dorothy finds herself transported to the magical Land of Oz, where she sets off on a quest to meet the powerful Wizard and find her way back home. Crossing paths with enchanting friends and wicked foes, Dorothy’s journey is a timeless tale about friendship, courage and learning to believe in oneself. Starring Queen Latifah, Mary J. Blige, Uzo Aduba, Ne-Yo, and a host of other talented performers, “The Wiz Live!” invites viewers of all ages to ease on down the yellow brick road for a vibrant musical adventure unlike any other.

Covid19 Scam Alert issue 11 -12.06.2020

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Good Afternoon,

Please find attached the West Yorkshire Trading Standards Newsletter Scam Alert. This weekly alert outlines trending fraud patterns during the current COVID-19 pandemic and what we can do to stay protected. There have been further reports of scams, doorstep Crime and business complaints all relating to the COVID-19 pandemic here in West Yorkshire. This news alert will give you an indication of the current situation here in West Yorkshire.

Take care

Snapshot in Time: in Little London, Woodhouse, City Centre of Leeds and further afield

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Dear all,
We hope you enjoy these pictures taken by some residents of LIttle London and Woodhouse. Thank you to you all for continuing to share with us.

A few pics of Fewston Reservoir, May 2020.

Pictures taken by Sue Lonergan

It’s lovely to see other people’s pictures, so I thought I’d send a few from my walk one morning in May.  The water level is very low…
    
Sunday Morning between 1970 and 1980…
Picture taken by Ben Anson
These are definitely snapshots in time taken in Leeds on Sunday mornings between 1970 and 1980..was everyone in church or having a lie in?..they’re taken by a Leeds photographer..Pete Mitchell ..from a new book Early Sunday Morning..only 50 pounds..I guess Leeds libraries will have a copy..I wonder if he’ll do a newer book …Leeds in Lockdown..if he doesn’t someone else will.anyone recognize where some of the photos were taken?..I only recognise one…bye fer now..ben
Flowers in a members garden in Woodhouse
Picture taken by Lisa Argyle

Sand Sculpture in Red Car

Picture taken by Sylvia Whyke

At the seaside before the lockdown at Red Car

Picture taken by Sylvia Whyke
Veronica didn’t want to show her face but says Hello
Thank you to our friends and neighbours of Craven Road and Delph View
Please keep them coming, keep safe

Staying Safe as lockdown restrictions ease slightly

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From Leeds City Council:

“We are working hard to make sure the city centre is ready to reopen on 15 June, and the safety of those returning to the city remains our biggest priority.

In the meantime there are lots of things you can do to stay safe when travelling in and around Leeds

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Before you use public transport consider whether it is necessary. Instead you could reduce pressure on public transport by walking if possible.

If it is necessary to use public transport, plan ahead and look for the most direct route.

Public transport capacity is limited and will be running to maximum 20% occupancy. Delays and longer waiting times will be expected so please only use public transport if this is really necessary.

If you do have to use public transport you should allow more time for your journey and;
Wear a face covering and carry hand sanitiser- From 15 June, face coverings will be required while using public transport (bus, coach, train, tram, ferry and aircraft passengers). There will be exceptions for very young children, individuals with disabilities and those with breathing difficulties
Pay by contactless if you can;
Maintain social distancing;
Wash your hands before and after travel;
Follow instructions from transport staff.”

National Theatre at Home

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Showing this week: The Madness of George III.
The acclaimed Nottingham Playhouse production of Alan Bennett’s award-winning drama, with Mark Gatiss and directed by Adam Penford, is streaming from 7pm tonight and until 7pm Thursday 18 June

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fofiKCV9wGc

“1788. King George III is the most powerful man in the world. But with his mind unravelling at a dramatic pace, ambitious politicians and a scheming prince threaten to undermine the power of the crown.

The Madness of George III is written by one of Britain’s best-loved playwrights, Alan Bennett ”

The running time is 2 hours 10 minutes with a very short interval. BBFC rating for cinemas: 12A.