Category: Community News

Shared Moments: ‘Communication now’ by Oliver Cross

I wish I wasn’t frightened of my own voice because then I could spend all day on social media talking to people I don’t know. Which, at a time when old-fashioned personal contact is mostly outlawed, would mean I could make a contribution to combating the loneliness and anxiety which is supposed to be the… Continue reading Shared Moments: ‘Communication now’ by Oliver Cross

Support your NHS – A Guide to Better Care

Help your NHS help you this winter by reading ‘Support your NHS’ a guide to better care. This booklet, which has been sent out to households in Leeds, includes information on how you can support your NHS this winter by choosing the right service, when to access accident and emergency department, accessing your local pharmacy,… Continue reading Support your NHS – A Guide to Better Care

Poetry Corner: ‘The Communal Defrost’ by Gary Smith

Jack frost had paid a call, The morn was all a-glitter. Icicles dangled from frozen gutters, The day was cold and bitter. Greetings of “good morning ” Came from here and there As the hardy left their houses, To face the freezing air. I heard familiar sounds Echoing around our street, Neighbours scraping windscreens And… Continue reading Poetry Corner: ‘The Communal Defrost’ by Gary Smith

Lockdown Laughs – Comedy Sportz

Never seen a ComedySportz match before? Two teams of comedians go for gold with quick-witted gags and games inspired by your suggestions. It’s the all action, all improvised competitive comedy show for all ages you don’t want to miss. Who wins? YOU decide! ComedySportz have been entertaining audiences of all ages since 2001 with their… Continue reading Lockdown Laughs – Comedy Sportz

‘Monday Mind Workout’ answers for Monday 11th January 2021

Dear all, below are the answers for yesterday’s Monday Mind Workout that was themed around the New Year. 1.The first ball to be dropped in New York’s Times Square happened in what year? a. 1908 2.The first time that January 1st was celebrated as the beginning of a new year was in 153 B.C. when… Continue reading ‘Monday Mind Workout’ answers for Monday 11th January 2021

Online Talks and Events from Leeds Libraries

The Libraries and Community Hubs are mostly closed at the moment but there are a number of online events happening with Leeds Libraries including Family History workshops (and individual telephone consultations), Tracing your Carribbean Ancestry, Hidden Histories, Yorkshire Cricket and more. For a full list and how to book: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/leedslibraryevents

‘Monday Mind Workout’ – Monday 11th January 2021

Dear all, Today’s Monday Mind Workout is themed around the New Year. Best of luck.   1.The first ball to be dropped in New York’s Times Square happened in what year? a. 1908 b. 1925 c. 1938 d. 1962   2.The first time that January 1st was celebrated as the beginning of a new year… Continue reading ‘Monday Mind Workout’ – Monday 11th January 2021

Michael Ball – Heroes, from The Shows Must Go On

This weekend one of the West End’s biggest stars, Michael Ball is back on The Shows Must Go On with his Heroes concert, featuring the biggest hits and some truly iconic show tunes! Relive Michael Ball’s Sold Out Heroes Tour, featuring solid gold, classic songs which were originally big hits for legendary artists such as… Continue reading Michael Ball – Heroes, from The Shows Must Go On

Update on the Covid Vaccine progamme in Leeds from local NHS

As I started this post the news came through that a third Covid 19 vaccine (Moderna) has been approved for use in the UK so it seems a good time to share with you this update from the NHS in Leeds about plans to get more people vaccinated including through GPs, pharmacies and a large… Continue reading Update on the Covid Vaccine progamme in Leeds from local NHS

Lockdown update from Leeds Parks and Coutryside

Following the latest national lockdown we will unfortunately be closing the facilities listed:- – Skateparks – Outdoor Gyms – Multi Use Games Areas – Golf Courses – Sports Facilities (Bowling greens, Football pitches, Tennis Courts) – Home Farm – Temple Newsam – Lotherton Wildlife World The following will remain open:- – All parks and greenspaces,… Continue reading Lockdown update from Leeds Parks and Coutryside