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Dear Readers

With the World Cup underway, everyone is probably walking around with the sound of a million bumble bees buzzing in their heads - ah, the wonderful vuvuzela! And, you can bet that more than one person will have the bright idea of bringing some back – I bet football clubs are already banning them!

We’re in for a noisy summer, but happily most of it will be a lot more melodic – there’s Opera and Party in the Park at Temple Newsam, and numerous other music festivals. Music will also be a part of the Kirkstall Festival (10th July, now in its 30th year!) and the Leeds Waterfront Festival (17/18th July). Musicians will out in force at Otley’s Street Festival (18th July) too.

Read too about how a curator from Leeds City Museum has played a key role in rewriting the history of life on earth. Headingley-based theatre company Trio Literati is taking on the Edinburgh Fringe; Rodley Nature Reserve celebrates its 10th anniversary; and Oxfam is holding a nationwide Bookfest to promote book sales, encourage donations and raise awareness of Oxfam’s work. And, there’s much more.....so read on!

Our deadline for August is 1st July and for September it’s 1st August. Do get in touch with your news and local stories. We love to hear from you.

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Last year we were contacted by one of our readers and asked to include information about the Scarborough Spa Express, which we did. This year we thought we’d pop it in again – but, guess what, they unexpectedly changed the route!

Needless to say, we were contacted by many disappointed readers. We do apologise – obviously we should have checked. This year the train doesn’t stop anywhere in Leeds. The new route takes in Normanton, Wakefi eld Kirkgate, Wakefi eld Westgate, Woodlesford, Castleford, York and Scarborough. Further details: www.westcoastrailways.co.uk/Scarborough.cfm

Thank goodness we have legislation!

Writing from the leafy suburb of West Park, Mr Chuter shows himself as ignorant of studentifi cation in Headingley in particular, and of the new legislation on HMOs, as he is of landlordism in general. It may not be the oldest profession, but it’s not far off. From the earliest human societies, the rich have bought up property, and then charged everyone else for the use of it. There’s precious little wealth creation going on here - except that the rich get richer. And “the explosion of profi tability that we are still enjoying” according to Mr Chuter (are we really? with a national defi cit of £164bn!), this has nothing to do with landlords - though our current fi nancial problems have everything to do with property speculation. Thank goodness we have legislation to preserve us from the Chuters of this world! Dr Richard Tyler, South Headingley

The legislation could have a desirable effect

Private rented accommodation is necessary to provide for the large numbers of young people in tertiary education or early years of employment who need a residence for short periods only. Mr Chuter (Letters, June 2010) would appear to be a model landlord, not having a large portfolio; maintaining his properties on a frequent and regular basis; assuring the behaviour of his tenants in relation to their neighbours; providing adequate off-street parking; ensuring that the detritus of everyday living goes into the bins provided and that these are put out and returned to the properties as necessary; and that unwanted matter is properly disposed when vacating.

Bravo for Mr Chuter! We need more like him, since the negative impact of the activities of tenants, and the inactivity of less assiduous landlords on their long-term resident neighbours, is cumulative and can be extremely severe.

The legislation referred to is hardly restrictive, since the area of Leeds in which applications to convert properties to HMOs can be refused solely on the basis of cumulative impact (Area of Housing Mix) is very small: moreover the measure has been in place (as a local planning initiative) for some years. The legislation could have the very desirable effect of improving the quality of private rented accommodation. To some extent market forces are achieving this already: Unipol records that over 3,000 bed spaces in the greater Headingley area have been ‘un-let’ this academic year. Dr JP Dickinson.Far Headingley

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The third annual Otley Street Festival is set to get the town partying in style on Sunday 18th July. Billed as its best festival yet, the independent traders along Market Street and Newmarket have come together to organise a family friendly event that has something for everyone.

Stilt walkers, a bouncy castle, sports activities, rock ‘n’ roll dancers and a treasure hunt are just a few of the things you can take in on the day. There’ll also be a marquee and stage outside The Black Bull with live performances from some great local acts, including The Above Average Weight Band (better known as The Fat Bastards), Rough and Ready, 28, Hey Doris and many more.

There are more shops taking part this year, with sponsorship from Otley Town Council and support from The Rotary Club. The local fi re brigade, police service and St John Ambulance will also be there.

The aim of the event is to raise the profi le of Otley and what a fantastic traditional market town it is. There is a plethora of unique independent shops, selling everything from clothes, jewellery, gifts, handmade soaps, cards, home furnishings and much more. If these local shops fail, larger chain stores will move in and Otley will lose its unique charm.

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All the shops taking part in the Street Festival will be open on the day giving customers a very warm welcome (there may even be special deals if you ask nicely!).

Defi nitely an event to look out for, you can keep up with all the information at www.otleystreetfestival.wordpress.com

Lineham Farm Children’s Centre is holding its Annual Summer Fayre on Saturday 3rd July.

‘This year will be our best yet. We have lots of fun activities including a dog agility team, an African drum band, a bouncy castle and plenty of different stalls’, said Clare Beard, Event Co-ordinator. ‘The fi re service and police will also be there. There will be plenty of refreshments, a chance to win prizes on our tombola, and all the animals to see, including

Malachi our giant but gentle shire horse.’

This year Lineham Farm will help around 1,000 deserving and disabled children to enjoy an active residential holiday in the countryside. They need to raise £120,000 for children to continue to enjoy this special break away from the stress and strains of city life.

The Fayre opens from 11am to 3pm and costs just £2 for adults and £5 per family.

For further information, please contact Clare Beard, Events Co-ordinator on 0113 2817880 or [email protected]

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CookridgeHoly Trinity Church

Green Lane Mondays at

3pm, 5pm & 7pmTues 9.30amJust call in or

Tel. Tracey for details0113 284 2730 or 07971 704 755

Dog Fouling A number of residents have raised the issue of dog fouling. Environmental Enforcement informed me that the Council’s intention to implement dog control orders in Leeds has been advertised in the media and the public consultation process will run until 31st August. For further information, or to complete an online survey, go to www.leeds.gov.uk/dogs Holt Park Leisure Centre I was recently asked if the Council planned to close Holt Park Leisure Centre before the new one opened. The Council informed me that the ideal solution would be to close the centre for seven months before the new centre opens, enabling demolition of the existing centre and creation of the pedestrian link from the Wellbeing Centre to the District Centre. This way the new centre would not open in a cloud of dust from the demolition site, and there would be no confl ict of lorries accessing the site and cars trying to enter the new car park. There is also a planning condition which requires the new footpath to be built before the new centre opens. This is one of the key consultation points to be discussed with the community working group. However, no decision has been taken and the Council needs to hear community views from the consultation.

A6120/ A65 Junction Improvement - Horsforth A report seeking approval to undertake preliminary work to develop a scheme to signalise the A6120/A65 junction at Horsforth (Esso roundabout), was recently presented to the Council. This work (approx. cost £50,000 for design work only), will include investigation of the possible phasing of improvement works and any complementary measures necessary at adjacent junctions. The report states that this roundabout experiences signifi cant levels of congestion which has an adverse impact on the effi ciency of the road network. It is listed as No.14 of the road safety sites for concern and has had 28 accidents in the past fi ve years. It goes on to say that there is also an element of interaction between this junction and adjacent junctions on the Outer Ring Road and it is therefore necessary to investigate whether any essential improvements would be needed at the A657/ A6120 Rodley roundabout and Park Side/Fink Hill/ A6120 junction. It also includes reference to the proposals being able to facilitate future delivery of the A65 Rawdon Road bus priority, also considering long term access issues to Leeds Bradford Airport.

Councillor Barry AndersonAdel & Wharfedale Ward

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At the Abbey you’ll fi nd something for everyone – a fairground, stunt cycle display, pony rides, mini motorbikes, climbing wall, and more than 90 stalls

At the Abbey you’ll fi nd something for everyone – a fairground, stunt cycle display, pony rides, mini motorbikes, climbing wall, and more than 90 stalls. There’s also the Marvellous Tea Dance marquee, Punch and Judy, a youth stage and main stage featuring popular band Bassa Bassa, Asian dancing, majorettes, and youth orchestras.

There’ll be music and dance in the Cloisters, music in the Abbey Nave, canoes on the river, a rugby 7s tournament, tennis competition, Morris men, a dog show, and our festival church service in the Nave of the Abbey beginning at 4.15pm.

If you’re hungry we have food from all over the world – Indian, Thai, Mexican and more! I’m sure you will have a wonderful

day! Bring the whole family and please remember to buy a programme – this will help to fund next year’s festival.

We encourage people to come by bus or on foot. If you have to bring a car, there is a free car park on the playing fi elds opposite the Abbey.

John LiversedgeChair, Kirkstall Festival Committee

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The annual Kirkstall Festival will once again take place in the beautiful grounds of Kirkstall

Abbey on Saturday 10th July. This year will be the 30th year that the festival has been held, and that is quite a milestone!

The Festival starts in the Abbey grounds at 11am. The Parade leaves Hesketh Road at 12 noon, making its way around the back of Parc Mount, down Station Parade, turning right on to Morris Lane, then left down Abbey Walk onto the A65 and into the Abbey grounds at around 12.45pm. Come along and watch or even join in!

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Every year 1,400 deserving and disabled local children, aged from eight to 11, benefi t from a free activity holiday at Lineham Farm.

The Leeds Decorative and Fine Arts Society (DFAS) Young Arts Project helps provide free art materials. There is a bright art room offering children a wide range of creative opportunities, including designing and making items like mod roc masks, mosaic mirrors and

batik T-shirts. This year Leeds DFAS received matched funding from the Patricia Fay Memorial Fund, administered by NADFAS – the National Association of Decorative and Fine Arts Societies.

The children leave with a sense of achievement and are delighted to take home their work at the end of the week. ....................................................For further details, please contact Linda Waller on 0113 266 7951.

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Colleagues, friends and students recently paid tribute to an inspirational and charismatic teacher at Horsforth School.

Francine Morris taught at the school for more than 30 years, working her way up to the role of Assistant Head Teacher fi ve years ago. The 54 year old mum-of-two died at home after a four year battle with cancer, which kept her from the vocation she adored since last summer.

As well as teaching English, she took on many other responsibilities over the years, including running a debating society and reading clubs, as well as the roles of Deputy Director of the 6th Form and Head of

English. She also answered students’ questions on exams and university entry in the Yorkshire Evening Post.

Headteacher Stephen Jex who worked

with Mrs Morris for ten years described her

as a ‘tremendous friend’ who ‘worked tirelessly on behalf of the school and its students’. In a letter to parents he said: “I fi nd it diffi cult to do justice to her contribution to our school; all I can say is that it was immense. She will be greatly missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.”

There are plans to create a lasting memorial at Horsforth School. Mr Jex said it was likely a school prize would be created in her name, along with a permanent tribute in the school grounds or building.

I had hoped to be able to tell you that the appeal relating to the David Wilson Homes development at Holt Ave/Church Lane had failed. Not so – however it has been adjourned for at least two months as a result of the new Government’s plans to devolve decision making on planning to local Councils. This would mean ditching the current RSS legislation, which currently enables central Government to make these

decisions. Our fantastic team of Adel volunteers who are fi ghting this now has even more time to build its case. We are asking as many people as possible to sign a petition expressing support for the Council against the DWH Appeal. Please look out for this at the Co-op, Adel Wood Stores, Hazel’s Café and other places around Adel.

If you are part of a local group and would like to pass around a petition, please contact Angela Betts at angela@ukroyalties.

com and she will email you a petition. You will also be able to download one from www.adelassociation.org.uk

Our AGM is on Thursday 15th July at 7.30pm, prior to our normal meeting. We would welcome nominations for the positions of Chair, Deputy Chair, Secretary and Treasurer. Most of us have been doing this work since the new Association was set up four years ago, as well as in its previous incarnation as the Adel Neighbourhood Design Statement working group. A community needs new ideas and fresh energy and we strongly urge you to look around you for people who could make a contribution in these roles. Ask them if they would like to be nominated. We ‘old hands’ will provide any coaching required and help in the transition. Please send your nominations to Caroline Anderson at [email protected]

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Barrie Hopson ChairmanAdel Association

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We are asking as many people as possible to sign a petition expressing support for the Council against the DWH Appeal. Please look out for

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ACTIVE

Abbey Runners Tues, 7.45pm, Adel Memorial Hall, Church Lane, for local run & Thurs, 7.30pm Leeds Met Beckett Park campus for coached track sessions. All standards welcome. Details: www.abbeyrunners.co.uk

Adel Bowling Club The Club is a section of Adel War Memorial Sports & Social Club & the green is next door to Adel Church. New members, experienced or beginners, very welcome. Details: Phil Hynes 267 6152.

Adel Cricket Club looking for new senior players any ability for the 2010 season. Details: Tom [email protected], Andrew 07881 1464777.

Badminton Anyone?Friendly club looking for experienced players. Fri 7.30-9.30pm Trinity & All Saint’s College, Horsforth. Details: Sylvia 259 0113, Graham on 258 4532

Cookridge Rambling Club meets Sun in car park at Cookridge Village Hall, Moseley Wood Lane, 9.30am. Walks, approx.

6/8 miles. New members welcome. Details: Shirley 267 9452

Dalesbus Ramblers Free guided walks in the Yorkshire Dales on Sundays. Accessible by public transport, incl. DalesBus services 800, 820 & 870 which link North Leeds with the Dales on Sun & Bank Hols. Details: Steve 07982 764 857, www.dalesbusramblers.org.uk

Farsley Celtic Badminton Club Mon 8pm, Farsley Celtic Football Club. Players of all ages welcome. Details: Derek 259 0668.

Five Rhythms Dance Moving meditation. Beginners welcome. Alternate Fridays at Adel Methodist Church LS16 7PQ 7.30 – 9.45pm. Details: www.souldance.ning.com

Hall Park Cricket ClubFamily orientated club welcomes new players of all ages & social members who enjoy all aspects of cricket.Pavilion avail for functions. Details: Trevor on 258 6283.

Holt Park Bowls Club A super sport for all the family. In Summer, what better than to be out in the fresh air bowling with friends or competing in a friendly league. You’re never too old or too young to join in. Details: [email protected]

Horsforth Fellandale Running Club trains every Wed, usually on Otley Chevin. Runners of all abilities welcome. Details: Andy on 258 5691, [email protected]

Horsforth Harrierswelcome runners Tues, 7pm, Cricket Pavilion, Hall Park. Training groups for all abilities. Details: Marc 07968 712055, Hilary 250 5673, www.horsforthharriers.co.uk

Horsforth St Margaret’s Junior Football Clubis looking for players for its U13s team. Details: Steve Hughes 07951 443998.

Krypton Factor Challenge Sat 7 August. Take on the Krypton Factor assault course in Richmond, North Yorkshire, in aid of St. Gemma’s Hospice. Take part individually or

as a team. Details: Fran 218 5505.

Leeds Area Disabled Swimming ClubRecovering from a stroke or other condition where swimming could help? Friendly, safe environment where you can swim & start to feel confi dent again. New members welcome. Mon 7 - 8pm, Holt Park Leisure Centre. Details: Ruth 275 7825, Sara 287 6250.

Leeds Contra Dance Club Headingley Parish Hall, St Michael’s Rd. LS6. 2nd & 4th Tues of month, 8 – 10.30pm. Live band! No partner/experience required. Newcomers welcome. Details: Liz 284 3282 www.leedscontra.freeuk.com

Leeds HF Rambling & Social Club. Walks on a Sunday geared to public transport from Leeds. Social events in winter. Details: Send SAE to John Maltman, 52 Vesper Gate Mount, Leeds LS5 3NN.,

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Leeds Morris Men Practice Thurs, 7.45 - 9.45pm at Notre Dame Sixth Form College, St. Mark’s Avenue, LS6. New members welcome. Details: Brian 278 1787.

Leeds YHA Walking Group organises walks, cycle rides, weekends & social activities. Over 160 members aged 20-74. Try before joining. Details: Mary 228 6766, Phil 268 9996, www.leedsyha.org.uk

Friends of Lawnswood Badminton Club Mon & Weds (term time), 7 – 9pm, Sports Hall Lawnswood School. Parents, children (accompanied) & members of wider community welcome. Details: Tony Magee 267 3728, [email protected].

Phoenix Folk DancersEnglish Country Dancing, Adel Methodist Church Hall, (behind Lawnswood Arms), Wed 8 – 10pm. Beginners welcome, partner not necessary. Details: 2611902

Scottish Country Dancing Thurs 7.30 – 9.30pm, St Columba’s, Headingley Lane. All abilities welcome, no partner necessary. £2.50 incl.

refreshments. Details: 269 1791, [email protected]

Social Dance at Yarnbury Jive & ballroom Tues, 8 – 10pm at Yarnbury Rugby Club, Brownberrie Lane, Horsforth. All welcome!

The Tuesday Club Dance the night away, The Village Hotel, Otley Old Rd, LS16, 8–11pm. Great atmosphere & DJ. Over 25s. Smart dress. Only £3.50. Details: Reg 01274 771285/ 07939 959400.

Yarnbury Angling ClubMatches 1st Sun of month. Members only. Coach transfers to & from venues. Details: Adrian Addy 07956 964713.

ARTS & CRAFTS

Chinese Brush Painters Society (Yorkshire Group)Sat/Sun 10/11 July, Shuhua Jin, from London, will run a workshop on painting fl owers, fi gures & landscapes at Pool Memorial Village Hall, Arthington Lane, LS21, 10am – 4pm. New members welcome. Details: Anne Allan 01422 368482, mail@cbpsyorks,co.uk.

Comedy Writers Forum Tues 20 July,

7-9pm, upstairs at Packhorse, Woodhouse Lane (opp University Engineering block). Readings, feedback, etc. Details:Terry 295 5339 or [email protected], with ‘Comedy Writing’ as subject.

Farsley & District Art Club Mons & Weds, 7:30pm & Thurs 2pm drawing & painting in studios, Westroyd Park, New St, Farsley. Club also hosts expert demos, workshops, critiques & exhibitions. New members welcome. Details: www.farsleyartclub.org.uk.

Flower Arranging Classes Paxton Horticultural Society, 186 Kirkstall Lane, 1st Thurs of month (except Jan & Aug), 1.30pm & 7.30pm. Beginners welcome. Details: Kath Hall 275 2436, [email protected]

Horsforth Arts & Crafts Society meets Wed, 7.30pm, The Studio, 15 Back Lane, Horsforth. Daytime sessions Tues & Thurs for painting, woodcarving, stonecarving & printmaking. Spring Exhibition continues 1st – 3rd May, 10am – 5pm. New members & visitors welcome. Details: 01535

601633, 0113 2590259, [email protected]

Life Drawing Friendly group of artists of all levels of experience meets regularly in Adel. Summer sessions on Tues, choice of AM, PM & evening groups. Details: Bob 0113 230 1761, [email protected]

COFFEE MORNINGS, FAIRS & MARKETS

Bramhope Farmers’ Market Robert Craven Memorial Hall, Old Lane, 9am, 2nd Sat of month. Home baking, organic meats, sausages & pies, free range eggs, bread & cheese, plus veg produced by local farmers. Wheelchair access.

Paxton Horticultural Society Summer Show Sat 3 July, 2 – 4pm at Paxton Hall, 186 Kirkstall Lane, Leeds LS6 2AB. Anyone wishing to exhibit please Details: Graham Wheatley on 0113 256 3055.

Coffee Concert Sat 3 July, Yorkshire College of Music & Drama (19 Shire Oak Rd Headingley) - coffee served from 10.15am, music for fl ute, recorder & piano 11am.


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Strawberry Tea Sat 3 July, 2.30 – 4.30pm Holy Trinity Church, Green Lane, hosted by Cookridge Holy Trinity Mothers’ Union. £2.

Headingley Farmers’ Market 2nd Sat of each month, The Rose Garden in front of The Arc, North Lane. 9am – 12.30pm.

World Cup Garden Party Sun 11 July, 12 – 4pm at St Gemma’s Hospice, Harrogate Rd. Live music, delicious food, fun & games for all the family. Plus, hundreds of stalls & a Pimm’s tent! Details: Fran on 218 5505.

GROUPS

Adel Crag Community Assoc. keeps you informed about what is happening in your neighbourhood, with up-to-date info on local news, events etc. Details: Francis Garbutt 261 0846 www.acca.btik.com

Adel History Group Wed 28 July, Walk around Lawnswood Cemetery. Meet at main gates on Otley Road 7pm. Details: Ann Lightman 261 1363.

Adel Ladies Luncheon Club meets 1st Wed of the month at Castle

Grove Masonic Hall, Far Headingley. On 7 July Dulcie Lewis’s talk is entitled ‘Not just Yorkshire Pudding….’ Details: Mrs M. Huntley 230 1584.

Adel YCA Meets 7.30pm at Adel Primary School, Tile Lane, Interesting programme, new members & visitors welcome. Mon 12 July Thelma Horner ‘Make a Wish Foundation’. Details: Val Crompton 225 9142

Aireborough Soroptimist International An organisation for professional women who create awareness & address issues of importance to women, both locally & world-wide. Find out more at their Open Evening, Wed 21 July, Guiseley Methodist Church, Oxford Road, Guiseley, LS20, 7.30pm

Aireborough Duplicate Bridge Club meets Tues 7pm, Rawdon Conservative Club. New members welcome. Details: 261 2139 beverley.harfi [email protected]

Alwoodley Motor ClubEvery other Thurs, 8.30pm, The Wharfedale Inn, Arthington Lane. All

welcome. Details: 391 0403, www.alwoodleymc.org.uk.

Athill Women’s InstituteMeets 1st Tues of month, Adel Memorial Hall, Church Lane, 7.30pm. Interesting programme of speakers & enjoyable company. Visitors welcome (£2). Details: Margaret Whitaker 261 1969.

Bramhope Bridge ClubRobert Craven Memorial Hall, Old Lane, Mon 12.45 & 4.15pm & Tues & Thurs 7.15 – 10.15pm. Lessons for novices Wed evenings. Details: Bob 225 7495

Bramhope Round TableEvery 2nd Tues. Fun, friendship & fundraising (in that order!). All men between 18 & 45 welcome. Details: www.bramhoperoundtable.co.uk, [email protected]

British Federation of Women Graduates (Leeds) meets monthly, Headingley Parish Hall, St Michael’s Rd. Details: 0113 262 4131, [email protected]

Cat loving volunteers wanted! to join friendly new cat welfare group supporting feral & stray

cats. Fundraisers needed to raise funds for food, cat kennels & vet costs. Fosterers also needed - full support given. Details: www.feralcatwelfare.org.uk, [email protected]

Cookridge Camera ClubWed 7.30pm, Cookridge Village Hall, Green Lane/Moseley Wood Lane junction. Excellent guest speakers & in-house competitions. New members welcome. Details: Stephen 268 7429.

Cookridge Gardening Club meets Wed 21July for a Garden Coffee Evening, 7-30 – 9pm, at 16 Hillcrest Rise, Cookridge. Entry £1(members 50p) incl. refreshments. Keep thinking about your entries for the September Show! Holt Park Residents’ Assoc. Provides a voice for all residents & tenants in Holt Park area. Regular monthly meetings at Leisure Centre. Details: 07799 422950, 07901 656886 or www.holtparktra.btik.com

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Horsforth in BloomWelcome more support from local businesses willing to enhance the town with fl oral displays. Details: Hilary 258 3521 [email protected]

Horsforth Duplicate Bridge Club Weds, The Horsforth Club, New Road Side, 7.15pm & Thurs 1.30–4.30pm. New members welcome. Details: Mike Bent 258 1580.

Horsforth Photographic Club New Summer Walk Programme. Meet at Fink Hill car park, Wed 6.30pm. New members welcome. Various indoor venues if wet. Details: [email protected]

Horsforth WI meets 3rd Mon of the month at St James’s Parish Centre, Low Lane, 7.30pm. Interesting speakers. Visitors welcome. Details: Pat 258 7062, Christine on 258 9501.

Kaleidoscope Social club for mature (50 +) & unattached with a zest for life. Regular meetings & monthly programme of events. Not a dating agency. Details: 2621455, 2612272, www.kaleidoscopeleeds.weebly.com

Leeds Astronomical Society Observing sessions, The New Inn, Eccup LS16, Fri 16th July. Arrive between 8.30 & 10pm. Details: www.

leedsastronomy.org.uk, [email protected]

Leeds CaledoniansSociety for those with a Scottish pedigree or an interest in things Scottish warmly welcomes new members. Details: 0113 267 0424, www.leedscaledonians.org.uk

Leeds Co-operative Members’ Group meets monthly for talks & outings. Details:[email protected] or 0113 216 8837

Leeds Horticultural Society 1st Tues of month, St Chad’s Centre, Otley Rd, 8pm. Improve your plant skills, learn from speakers. New members welcome Details: 225 0030.

Leeds Hospital AlertSmall group of concerned people campaigning for preservation of the NHS. Meet 7:30pm Muir Court, Sagar Place, off St Michael’s Rd, Headingley. All welcome. Next meeting 14 July.

Leeds Movie Makers Get more out of your camcorder & fi lm making. Stainbeck United Reformed Church Hall, Stainbeck Lane (rear entrance), Fri 7:30pm. Details: George Woolley 225 6444, Doreen Wood 278 2972.

Leeds Oxfam Group Meets, 1st Wed of each

month (7 July) 7.30pm, Leeds Civic Hall. Arranges events & activities across the city in support of Oxfam, All welcome. No meeting in August. Details: Pauline Neale 269 3542.

Leeds Women’s Luncheon Club Meets 4th Wed of the month, 12.15pm, The Cosmopolitan (formerly Golden Lion), Swinegate, Leeds. Interesting speakers. Details: 0113 267 9316.

Mercury Movie Makersmeet Weds, Rawdon Conservative Club, 7:30pm. Club for camcorder owners. Advice, regular fi lm & practical evenings, & occasional outdoor events. Details: www.communigate.co.uk/brad/mercmove

Social & Events GroupNew members welcome. Mainly over 30s. Meals, pub nights, theatre, walks, badminton, weekends away, talks, parties & much more. Monthly social/new members night in North Leeds. Details: 0870 787 4425, www.leedsivc.org.uk

Trackrod Motor Club Meets 1st Tues of each month, 9.30pm at Old Modernians Club, Cookridge Lane. New Members welcome. Details: www.trackrodmotorclub.co.uk

The Tuesday Club - Ladies’ Lunch Group Devonshire Hall, Cumberland Road, Headingley, last Tues of month. Lunch at 12.30pm, followed by talk. Details: Heather Harrison 267 8437 [email protected]

University of Leeds Ladies’ Club welcomes women connected to the Uni as either serving or former staff members, partners of staff, or grads of the Uni. Regular events. Details: [email protected].

White Rose Ladies Speakers Club Farsley Library Community Room, Mon at 7.45pm. Next meeting 12 July. No meeting in Aug. Return 13 Sept. A friendly environment in which to fi nd your voice & improve your presentation skills, while having a lot of fun. Details: Sheila Wyatt 267 2062.

Yorkshire Countrywomen’s Association meets 2nd Thurs each month, 1.30pm Robert Craven Memorial Hall, Bramhope. New members welcome.


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Flute Group Tues 6.45 - 7.45pm during term time, Yorkshire College of Music & Drama (19 Shire Oak Rd. Headingley). For fl autists of Grade 4 standard & above. New members very welcome! Details: 0113 275 1232

Horsforth Choral Society presents a summer concert at St Margaret’s Hall, Horsforth, Fri 23 July, 7.30pm. Popular light music in cafe style atmosphere suitable for all the family. Bar available. Tickets £8 adults, £5 children (incl. light refreshments, strawberries & cream, & glass of fruit punch), available from 0113 250 2133 or on door.

‘Generations’ Relaunch of community choir. Tues 3.30 – 4.45pm Cookridge Methodist Church, Tinshill Rd. Organised by OPAL. Everyone Welcome. Details: 2619103

Horsforth Recorded Music Society meets Wed 7 July, 7.30pm at The Grove Centre, New St. Horsforth, for ‘A typical orchestral concert’. On 21 July the theme is ‘The drama & the passion’ featuring three 19th century orchestral favourites. Details: Tony Rawnsley 250 4427.

Lawnswood SingersFemale choir, practices Wed 7.30pm Holy Trinity Church, Green Lane, Cookridge. Good female singers welcome to come & try us out.

Wide repertoire of music & friendly people! Details: Brenda Hawer 0113 2671292, www.lawnswoodsingers.co.uk.

Leeds and Bradford Harmony Club Mon 7.30pm, Rawdon & Guiseley Conservative Club, Leeds Road, Rawdon. Male singers who can take on four part harmony most welcome. Details: 01274 583 989.

Leeds Organ & Keyboard Club Join in playing or listening to our Yamaha AR100 organ & PSR S.900 keyboard. Occasional concerts by prof artists playing a variety of music. Weds 7.30-10.30pm. Guiseley Factory Workers Club, LS20 9DT. Details: 226 5671

Yeadon & District Male Voice Choir welcomes male voices of any ability, Yeadon Methodist Church, Chapel Hill. (next to Town Hall). Singing is a proven stress buster, come along any Thurs 7.30pm. Details: John Atkinson 294 9095

SENIORS

Horsforth Live at Home Bacon Butties served Tues 11am- 12.30pm, followed by dancing ‘til 3pm. On Thurs a range of meals is served, followed by indoor bowls.

Leeds & Bradford Friendship Group Friendship & activities for people of retirement age. 1st Wed of month, Pudsey Civic Centre 1.30pm,

speaker or entertainment at 2pm. Also days out, dining, walks, holidays, computer & play reading groups. New members welcome. Details: Barbara 01943 875208.

New Men’s Group OPAL is looking for men aged 60 or over who would like to be involved – either to join or to help run the group. Details: Ailsa 261 9103.

OPAL Coffee Afternoon Fri 1.30 – 3.30pm (term time), Cookridge Court residential home, Iveson Rise. Details: 261 9103.

OPAL Tea Dances held fortnightly on Tues, 1 – 3pm, Adel & Ireland Wood Community Centre, New Adel Lane. Ballroom, old time, sequence, line & fun dance. Details: Ken 230 1213, Sheila 217 9136.

OPAL Volunteer Opportunities OPAL, an LS16 based charity supports people aged 60 & over to live enjoyable & fulfi lling lives. They have an enthusiastic volunteer team & are looking for new volunteers to help with Admin support & Transport. Details: Sally-Anne 2619103 [email protected]

Woodside Luncheon Club (Outwood Lane)Meets Thursdays & is open to all elderly Horsforth residents. Details: 258 3184

SPIRITUAL

Adel Baptist Congregation invites you to Sunday

services, 10.30am in Adel Primary School, Tile lane, LS168DY. A friendly fellowship that enjoys welcoming new people. Worship style is informal with mixture of contemporary & traditional songs. Also, a variety of day time & evening groups. Details: Revd Richard Pollard 275 4989, [email protected]

Christian Science Church Services in Headingley: Sun 10.30am. Testimony meetings 2nd Wed of month, 7.30pm, & 4th Wed 2.30pm. Reading Room open 11am - 2pm Tues, Thurs & Fri - 40 Otley Road. Details: www.christianscience.org.uk

FREE ‘drop in’ group meditation Sun 7 – 8pm. (Except 3rd Sun of month: 6.30 – 7.30pm) Experience peace & calm with periods of silence & guided meditations at Brahma Kumaris, West Park. Details: 275 7727, [email protected], www.bkwsu.org/uk/leeds

Holy Name Catholic Church Otley Old Road, serves Adel, Bramhope, Cookridge & Ireland Wood. Details: Father Pat Smythe or Parish Secre-tary, Sue Goodyear 267 8257, Mon - Fri 1 - 5pm. www.holynameleeds.com


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Learn to meditateFWBO Leeds Buddhist Centre. A contemporary approach to medita-tion, mindfulness & the Buddhist tradition. Also classes in yoga & bodywork, chronic pain & stress management. Details: 244 5256, www.leedsbuddhistcentre.org.

Leeds Healing CentreNow at Burley Lodge Centre, 42-46 Burley Lodge Road, LS6. Healing by members of The Healing Trust (NFSH) to aid relaxation & promote wellbeing. Fri 11am – 2.30pm. Healing also at Friends’ Meeting House, Roundhay, Thurs 7 – 8.30pm. Donations appreciated. Details: 07985 121810, 01274 617700, www.leedshealingcentre.org

Leeds Stillness GroupBased on the teachings of Eckhart Tolle, author of The Power of Now & A New Earth. Join like-minded people to watch footage of an Eckhart Tolle talk followed by a period of silent meditation. Small donation appreciated. Details: 07884 332644, www.peacenowhere.com

SUPPORT

Arthritis Care Leeds Branch Meets 3rd Tues of each month, 7.30 – 9pm, St Chad’s Parish Centre, Far Headingley. Entry £2 incl. refreshments & raffl e. New members welcome. Details: Pat 0113 275 7694

Carers’ Support GroupNEW friendly, over 50s carers’ support group. Central Methodist Church, (Sunday school room), Town Street, Horsforth, 1st Tues of month. Join them for a cuppa & a chat. Details: Angie at Carers Leeds 246 8338.

Different Strokes invites stroke survivors to join them. Weds 1.45 – 3.45pm Adel Stables, Back Church Lane, Adel. Includes an hour of exercise. Details: Linda McLean 225 4744

Expert Patient Programme Free courses for people with long term health problems or disabilities. Arthritis – Tues 6 July, Seven Arts Centre, LS7. Learn how to manage symptoms; improve fi tness; eat healthily; communicate effectively & much more. Details: 305 7591/ 305 7582, [email protected]

Families Need Fathers7.30pm, every 2nd Wed, Victoria Hotel, Great George St. Leeds. Support & advice for parents trying to maintain & develop relationships with their children, following divorce or family breakdown. Details: Don 07981 710179, Ray 07921 728747.

Free Debt Help & AdviceAvailable from Christians Against Poverty. Call 0800 328 0006 for an appointment with Christine Taylor, Leeds West Centre Manager.

Leeds Diabetes Support Group meets 1st Mon of month, West Yorkshire Playhouse 7 – 9pm. Variety of speakers on all aspects of diabetes care. All welcome. Details: Joan Wells 225 4528.

National Association for Colitis & Crohn’s Disease (Leeds) Brings support to people with Infl ammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), their friends & families throughout North & West Yorkshire. They hold four educational & support meetings a year, as well as regular informal meets. Details: 0845 130 6809, [email protected], www.groups.nacc.org.uk/leeds

The Forget Me Not Cafefor people with dementia & their carers. 1st Wed of month 1.30 – 3.30pm, Yeadon Cricket Club, (behind Swan Pub) High Street, Yeadon. Details: Jean Deeming 01943 472004, Dawn Perkins 0113 231 1727.

The Open Door CaféA meeting place for people with dementia & their carers. Last Mon of each month (except bank hols), 2-4pm, New Headingley Club, St Michael’s Road, Headingley. Details: Nikki 231 1727

The Owls New city-wide informal childminding group offering support, training & information, & social events. Membership £5 pa. Details: 240 2956.

TALKS & DISCUSSIONS

Forum 2000 Meets Wed, 10am – noon, The Grove Centre, New St, Horsforth, to listen to a speaker & join in discussion. Open to all. New programme starts 22 Sept with John Battle on ‘Tackling Poverty.’

Horsforth Historical Society meets Tues 20 July, 7.30pm at The Stable Block behind the Museum for a talk by Betty Smithson on ‘Fifty Years of Nursing in Leeds’.

19th Century Art Fri 16 July, 2-3pm with Ted Wilkins, Assistant Curator of Fine Art, at Abbey House Museum, Kirkstall. Booking essential £3.60. Details: 230 5492, [email protected]

Headingley Cafe Scientifi que Mon 5 July Prof. Roger Webb & Melanie Bailey present ‘Cancer, Crime & Chips’. On Mon 2 Aug Dave Haskins gives an Update on Headingley Transport System. 7.45 – 9.30pm, New Headingley Club, 56 St. Michael’s Rd. Headingley. All welcome. Admission £2. Details: [email protected]


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Cookridge Village HallTwo rooms with kitchen facilities available for hire. Ideal for meetings, birth-day parties, dances or classes. New members & helpers welcome. Details: Mrs Tones on 267 4706.

Honey Bee Swarms will be collected free of charge, if accessible, Details: Terry Beddows on 268 8231.

Hope in the Park A series of afternoon activities in Hall Park organised by Churches Together in Horsforth on Sun 4 & 11 July, 1 – 3pm. Families are invited to the park for picnics, games & a variety of activities including a barbecue. Details: [email protected]

Great Rooms for Hire At St. Margaret’s New Parish Centre, Horsforth. Ideal for meetings, seminars, classes, parties etc. Tea/coffee facilities. Fully equipped kitchen. Details: 07982 [email protected]

Hope Pastures Horse & Donkey Sanctuary Weetwood Lane, LS16. Visitors welcome 10.30am – 3pm, guided

tours Wed 11am. Free admission. Pony Days every Thurs during school hols. Sponsored walk 25 July. Details: Karen 0794 894 8158. www.hopepastures.org

Kidz in Kampzneed good quality cloth-ing, shoes, household goods, jewellery, books, bric-a-brac to sell in their shop in Holt Park. Money goes towards caring for children driven out of Bur-ma into refugee camps in Thailand. Collection available. Details: 267 6800. www.kidzinkampz-childrenscharity.co.uk/

Latin, Classical Studies, Greeks & RomansThe Leeds Centre for Classical Studies offers courses on all aspects of the Greek & Roman World. Meetings at Headingley Parish Hall. Details: Adrian Lester 256 8918 [email protected]

Litter Pick Sat 10 July in preparation for Yorkshire in Bloom’s Summer Judging on 15 July. Churches Together in Horsforth will turn out with pickers, gloves & black bags to clean up their patch. At midday, a welcome cup of tea/coffee at Central Methodist Church which,

like Grove, was awarded a Gold in Leeds in Bloom’s Spring Judging. Details: 258 3521

Meeting Rooms & Hall available For HireMon – Sat, Robert Craven Memorial Hall, Old Lane, Bramhope. Would suit educational or leisure classes or activities, con-certs, dances, children’s parties or weddings. Wheelchair access. Details: Paul 0113 2843361, [email protected] www.robertcraven.org.uk

Table Top SalesRaise funds for your club or charity with a table top sale at Pool Village Hall. A dry, warm environment available every Sunday. Room for 20 tables, a kitchen for refreshments & car park. Details: Tim Robson 284 3437 [email protected]

Talking MagazinesAnyone blind or partially sighted can obtain these monthly cassettes by con-tacting Leeds Cassette at Shire View Centre, 72 Headingley Lane, LS6 2DJ or call 0113 270 9130.

The Yorkshire Archaeo-logical Society - Medieval Section ‘Adel Church & its Setting’: Day school (£10) Sat 10 July,10am –

4.30pm at Claremont, 23 Clarendon Road, Leeds. On Sun 11th July meet at Adel Church at 10.30am for a look in the Church with experts and a walk in the vicinity. Details: Stephen Moorhouse 01924 475618.

Volunteers Wanted!Yorkshire Cancer Centre is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to help run new charity shop based at St James’s Institute of Oncology in Bexley Wing. Details: Aanika Dhillon, 0113 206 8620, [email protected].


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COOKRIDGE

Sharp-eyed PCSOs Martin Fiddler and Paul Kirwan

have once more been apprehending criminals in the Horsforth area. Addressing one of the locally-set policing priorities of a high visibility presence at pub closing time, the pair confronted a male acting suspiciously down a

side street. He initially denied any wrongdoing but was found to be in possession of a quantity of cocaine. His night out was cut short and he was soon locked up.

That was one of Martin’s last contributions to policing in the Horsforth area. After fi ve years patrolling those streets he decided it was time for a fresh challenge and has moved on to the Burmantofts area.

Partnership working is

a key ingredient to any successful team. I am currently faced with numerous challenges ranging from parking issues outside just about every school, trespassing on the old Eastmore site in Adel, speeding, and youths engaging in anti-social behaviour. I recently approached Trinity and

All Saints College in Horsforth and asked what capacity they had to produce a short fi lm on each individual issue. The objective was to show those people engaging in the various activities the impact they were having on the wider community.

The students stepped up to the mark and produced some excellent work, which will, in turn, go towards their University degree. Given the bad press

some students receive it was refreshing to see their enthusiasm while dealing with these local issues.

You may recall that in January’s edition I mentioned about a tractor theft in North Leeds that I subsequently investigated. As a result our Neighbourhood

Policing Team led an operation in Lancashire that involved offi cers from both that police force along with West Mercia and Cumbria. To date four men have been arrested three of whom are facing charges involving the theft of about £300,000 worth of farming machinery.

Finally a word of caution if you are driving along on a warm summer’s day with the car windows down. An unsuspecting

motorist recently pulled up at a traffi c light junction. No sooner had she done so a male had grabbed her handbag that had been placed on the front passenger seat and ran off with it. Because of the speed the incident occurred and only getting a view of the suspect’s back she was unable to identify

the male responsible despite us making an arrest of a local youth. Please remember to keep valuables in the foot well of your vehicle or completely out of view.

Contact the North West Outer NPT offi ce on 01274 471453, text us on 07950 080240, write to us at Otley Police Station, Bridge Street, Otley LS21 3BA, or email [email protected]

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Following a Silver Award in the Spring Judging, the Horsforth in Bloom (HIB) Group continues its efforts to make Horsforth even more attractive to visitors and supporters. More shops and businesses are joining in with displays, and HIB is determined to keep up the good work of clearing litter, weeding, planting and fundraising – vital if the large containers

and plants recommended by the judges are to be bought. More sponsors would be welcome!

Neglected corners with weeds or litter can be brought to the attention of the group by calling 0113 258 3521 or by attending their meetings at the Museum, 10am on the fi rst Saturday of the month.

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L-R: Gerald and Evelyn Ingham (Horsforth Central Methodist Church), The Lord Mayor and Mike Strover (Grove Methodist Church).

Awards Galore for Horsforth in Leeds in Bloom Competition!

Both Horsforth Central Methodist Church and Grove Methodist Church received Gold Awards in the Leeds in Bloom Spring Competition – a fabulous result! Other Horsforth businesses also did well, including The Bridge Inn, Horsforth Golf Club and Syke House, Town Street, who all received awards.

The Yorkshire in Bloom judges will be visiting Horsforth for the Summer Judging on Thursday 15th July and it is hoped that even more businesses and public houses will put on displays.


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The Horsforth Charity Committee is again hosting the Horsforth Gathering for the older generation in Horsforth. The event has been running almost continuously since 1946 and provides the opportunity to meet old friends and make new ones. Entrance is by ticket only. If you are over 75 and have not attended before, please call 07932 8555070, leave your contact details, and someone from the Committee will get back to you.

The Horsforth Gathering will be held at Trinity and all Saints College on 20th July. You can

look forward to a lovely sit down tea, live entertainment, a game of bingo and a raffl e. Once again, the Lord Mayor is expected to address the gathering. A very successful dinner was held in February to raise funds for this event, with Willy Thorne (of snooker fame) as guest speaker. Funding activities for next year’s event will start with a ceilidh at St Margaret’s Church Hall in October. The annual charity dinner is planned for February 2011. Look out for further information or leave a message for Sheila or John on the above number.

You will recall that last year we were asking for volunteers of all ages

to help improve the woodland public footpath, known as the ‘The Spinney’, from the entrance off Long Causeway through to Tile Lane. The good news is that a number of volunteers have shown interest in becoming involved in a variety of ways. We met recently with Abigail Buckle, the Adel Crag Youth Representative, who put forward for consideration some

suggestions as to what could be done in the woodland. These include a tree trail, nest box building, litter picking and many more activities for all ages in this beautiful woodland area, to be undertaken in a 2-3 hour period. Parks and Countryside are working in partnership with Adel Crag Community Association. Our next activity day is on Friday 30th July from 12 noon

– 3pm. All those who have already volunteered will receive an offi cial letter of invitation. If anyone else is interested in this fun event, please contact us via our website www.acca.btik.com, where you can also keep up with all developments and events.

Please note that all under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Francis Garbutt, Chairman, Adel Crag Association

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A curator from Leeds City Museum has played a key role in rewriting the history of life on earth.

Dr Joe Botting, Assistant Curator of Natural Sciences, is part of an international group of palaeontologists who recently unearthed a rich array of marine animals living around 480 million years ago in the Anti-Atlas area of Morocco. Their fi ndings are helping scientists re-evaluate the evolution of life and will soon feature in National Geographic.

Perfectly-preserved soft-bodied fossils, thought to have been extinct before 500 million years ago were discovered in the Upper

Fezouata Formation of south-eastern Morocco.

Until now scientists have had little, other than hard-shelled fossils, to help them understand dramatic evolutionary events, during the Ordovician period, which has led to huge gaps in our understanding of the way life evolved.

“It was an honour to be part of the team which found these amazingly well-preserved fossils”, said Dr Botting. “Evolution happened very quickly during this epoch and these new fossils are helping us understand the details of what happened for the fi rst time. We also found they were living alongside some very advanced-

looking animals like barnacles and horseshoe crabs, which shows just how quickly things can change in that interval.”

Dr Rock regularly updates his blog at www.dr-rocks.blogspot.com , so you can keep up to date on new experiments and any new fi nds. He is currently curating a special free exhibition at Leeds City Museum off Millennium Square called ‘Dr Rock’s Lost Gallery’ until Sunday 4 July.The exhibition centres on the weird and wonderful uses of minerals in everyday life.

For more information about the museum visit www.leeds.gov.uk/citymuseum

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Trio Literati, Headingley’s favourite performers of words and music, are set to take on the Edinburgh Fringe this summer with a programme of Jazz and Poetry from the Beat Era. The Show, ‘Five in a Bar’, is at The

Jazz Bar, Chambers Street, Edinburgh from Monday 9th - Sunday 15th August at 3.30 every afternoon.

This time the team of Jane Oakshott, Richard Rastall and Maggie Mash will be joined by another Headingley resident, singer Louise Gibbs who teaches at Leeds College of Music is well known on the jazz circuit for her be-bop inspired singing, and jazz pianist Jonathan Gee – no

stranger to Edinburgh audiences.

The show combines the energy and rhythms of musicians like Monk, Mingus and Charlie Parker, with the hard living Beat Age poets like Ginsburg, Creely and Ferlinghetti. The programme also includes poetry, words and music from anyone who loves jazz – right up to our own poet laureate – Carol Ann Duffy.

Tickets are available from the Fringe Box Offi ce on 0131 2260000 or on the door. Further information from Maggie Mash on 0113 2758378, Jane Oakshott on 0113 2786215 or [email protected]

‘Five in a Bar’ will preview in Headingley on Wednesday 28th July at 8pm. Call Maggi or Jane for venue details (yet to be confi rmed).

Theatre of the Dales has been taking professional productions of Shakespeare, popular comedy, new writing, and classics of the small stage, to venues in and around Yorkshire. since 1997.

On Saturday 10th July they return to Dagmar Wood (off Grosvenor Road, Headingley), this time with two performances of The Merchant of Venice at 2.30 and 7.30pm. Expect high drama, low comedy, bonds of

love and hate, music, Venetian masks and fabulous costumes.

The merchant, Antonio, is played by ex-Northern Broadside actor Stephen Anderson and his friend, Bassanio, by Will Tristram (whom readers may have seen recently as a paramedic in Emmerdale. Serge Alvarez directs and the authentic 1596 Italian Renaissance costumes have been created by design students of Yorkshire Coast College in Scarborough. Hand-crafted under the supervision of tutor Wayne Martin, they will be on display at Sledmere House in August.

This is an open-air production, so wrap up warm. Picnics welcome. Seating is available at most

venues, but bring your own if you prefer.

Check their new website www.theatreofthedales.co.uk or call 0113 274 0461 for details further performances.

Confi rmed performances include:

Oulton Hall, Leeds, Friday 9 July 7.30pm (meal from 6pm); Friends Meeting House, Rawdon, Sunday 11 July 7.30pm; Jervaulx Abbey, Saturday 24 July 7pm; Sledmere House, Nr. Driffi eld, Sunday 25 July 7pm; Knaresborough Castle, Knaresborough, Wednesday 28 July 7.30pm.

Photo: David Robertson as Shylock.

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Theatre of the Dales Brings ‘The Merchant’ to Dagmar Wood

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5th July, 6.30pm - Short Story Competition at Oxfam Headingley (45-47 Otley Road). 1000 word limit on any subject but with the title of a famous novel. £2 to enter, 50p to watch. Prizes for winners.

7th July, 7pm - Russian Poetry Evening at Oxfam Books (13 - 15 Otley Road), starts 7pm. Natasha Mwitta reads Russian classic and contemporary poetry in Russian and English. Audience can read own poetry at end of night. Free entry.

11th July, 12-5pm - Book Fair at Nation of Shopkeepers (27-37 Cookridge Street). Free entry.

13th July, 7.30pm - Book Quiz at Nation of Shopkeepers (27-37 Cookridge Street). 50p per person, maximum fi ve people per team. Prizes for winning team. For further information, contact Annette or Viktor [email protected] or 0113 2743818.

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On 17th & 18th July the Leeds Waterfront Festival will take place along the waterfront from Thwaite Mills, along Clarence Dock, Brewery Wharf and, this year, extending to Granary Wharf.

The festival has something for everyone – including arts and urban markets, live music, walk on water balls, decorated canal boats, angling sessions and much more – and it’s free!

Thwaites Mill offers a great family day out on Saturday 17th July, with free entry to

the working watermill, arts and crafts, historic boats and environmental discover and play activities. On the Sunday the watermill will be open as usual.

At Clarence Dock, Brewery & Granary Wharfs there will also be lots to see and do, from cookery workshops and demos to an Urban Angels aerial display.

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Leeds Decorative and Fine Arts Society recently celebrated 25 years of Church Recording. In that time the group has produced nine records, all researched and written up by volunteers. These include records of St John’s Roundhay, St Mark’s Woodhouse, St John the Baptist Adel, All Souls Blackman Lane, and All Hallows Bardsey. All Saints’ Church, Otley, is currently

being recorded by the Society. At the recent meeting, James Lomax, Curator of Temple Newsam stressed the importance of the Records as permanent catalogues of our national heritage. Copies are held by West Yorkshire Archives Service, Sheepscar.

For further information please contact Jane Hedley, on 01937 842400 or Ann Lightman on 0113 261 1363.

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Pianist and broadcaster Gordon Fergus-Thompson gives a recital in aid of the Christine Brown Trust for Young Musicians on Saturday 3rd July, 7.30pm at Wesley Chapel, Oxford Street, Harrogate. The programme will include works by Chopin, Brahms, Scriabin and Schumann. The Christine Brown Trust for Young

Musicians offers fi nancial support to talented young musicians under 19 years of age who may be fi nding it diffi cult to meet the expenses involved in learning a musical instrument.

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Make it a themed party

With all the sporting events happening at the moment, this is a great time to get a bunch of people around and throw a shindig in your garden. Take it a step further and make it a themed party. If friends are coming round to watch the football, you can get a St George’s cross gazebo and infl atable football chairs. You could get a mini football net so you can even have your own kick about during half time. If the skies open and it rains on your parade, set up a Wii Fit indoors so you can keep active and get a friendly competitive atmosphere going.

It’s a good idea to stay active. Men’s Health magazine recently estimated that a die hard football fan could gain over two stone if they watch every game of the World Cup – taking into account all the beer, pizza, nachos and other party foods we wolf down, it’s not surprising!

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There’s also Wimbledon, of course, which lends itself to some great theme parties. Put a net up in your garden, see which of your friends makes the best Federer or Nadal and if you don’t fancy playing, just sit on the sidelines eating strawberries and cream and sipping on your Pimm’s.

Talking of games – there are some great giant versions of classic games that you can play in your garden, including Jenga, Connect 4, chess, bowling, Snakes and Ladders, Dominoes and many more.

Not into sport?

If you’re not into sport, why not just have a nice, civilized get-together. Get that barbeque going (even if it’s just a disposable one), throw some salads together, set up your patio furniture, some candles for those dusky summer evenings and a heating lamp or two in case it gets a little chilly. Then just enjoy the company as the smell of barbeque wafts through your garden.

If you don’t have your own garden or patio space, there are plenty of pubs with beer gardens, and nowhere has better parks than North Leeds.

We may not always have the best summers, but one thing we always know how to do is make the best of it. Get your umbrellas and rain coats ready and revel in the summertime!

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The exceptional Miss Newsom has made some death-defying leaps of ambition. The squeaky, awkward girl who sang about The Milk-Eyed Mender has gone. In her place is a golden-voiced woman who seems to have sprung up from nowhere.

Have One on Me is a down tempo, sprawling, break-up album, and getting a foothold on it is challenging at fi rst. Once

you do, however, you will fi nd a record as rich in reward as any you have ever treasured. In some ways Have One on Me is her most accessible release to date. The rigid uprightness of Newsom’s persona has relaxed, and her music and lyrics have followed. Touches of bluegrass, country and blues blend seamlessly into her arrangements. The infamous knotted, archaic prose is now loosened, direct and more heartfelt. Songs like Jack Rabbits, and Autumn are so simple they seem exposed, without the usual safe obscurity of her fairytale characters.

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Ask March of Dimes to describe their sound and they say ‘Americana, folky, country, indie, pop, rock, alt,’ so, it’s safe to say, they’re pretty eclectic! The fi ve-piece Leeds band has been together for three years (but playing in their current incarnation for 18 months), and have been taking the city by storm of late.

Their monthly live music night, Foxes and Convicts, showcases the best Northern acts, but with a heavy emphasis on Leeds indie artists. They also have a record label, Hope House Records, which is home to some stonking local talent including Samuel Foxton Welles, Nick John Henry and Louis Le Prince & The Projectors.

Sean Murricane, bass player with March of Dimes describes Hope House Records as a labour of love. “We only put out music we genuinely care about”, he says.

Having recently released an EP, From Those Who Were There, March of Dimes and the rest of their Hope House crew are going down to the Big Smoke for a

London Showcase. That gig is on 1st July at The Wilmington Arms, Clerkenwell. They can be seen back on home turf at The Cockpit on 23rd July.

With their EP receiving 9/10 from Americana UK, this local band is defi nitely one to watch.

For more info go to www.facebook.com/MarchofDimesMusic and be sure to check out the Foxes and Convicts night on the third Wednesday of every month at Milo.

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Though he’s just 21, Josh Demello is making a major impact on the club scene locally, nationwide and overseas.

Introduced to DJing at age 10 by his father, Josh was soon spending his pocket money on records and doing gigs around Leeds by the time he was 12! Working on getting crowds moving on dance fl oors around the city with his heady mix of House music, he landed residencies at Bar Fibre and Club Mission.

He made such an impression that in 2007 he was approached by Ministry of Sound to do a residency in Egypt. “It was the best experience of my life”, says Josh. “Something I’d always dreamed of.”

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Billy Bragg Brings His ‘Breaking Rocks’ to LeedsThe legendary Billy Bragg will be at Hyde Park Picture House on 24th July with Breaking Rocks, an inspiring documentary about a scheme that brings musicians and instruments to prisons in the UK.

The documentary tells the story of Bragg’s independent initiative Jail Guitar Doors, which aims to provide instruments to those using music as a means of achieving the rehabilitation of prison inmates. Bragg, and director Alan Mills, will answer questions about the fi lm and the initiative, after which audiences will be treated to performances from Bragg and Jail Guitar Doors artists including Jonny Neesom and Leon Walker.

“Prison has to be about much more than just locking people up”, says Bragg. “We want people to be able to move on from their situation and reconnect with the outside world, and my hunch is that playing an instrument – particularly a guitar – could help that.”

The fi lm features performances by ‘graduates’ from Jail Guitar Doors as well as from artists who have supported the programme, including Mick Jones (The Clash) Chris Shifl ett (Foo Fighters) and Sam Duckworth (Get Cape. Wear Cape. Fly).

Saturday 24th July, 7.30pm, £12.50/£11concs/£10 members. For more information, go to www.hydeparkpicturehouse.co.uk or call 0113 275 2045.

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Julia Turner & Ben Danzig Jazz Duo, Thurs 1 July, 9pm, The Wardrobe. Unique brand of soulful laidback jazz.

Remberos World Cup Special: Asere Fri 2 July, 10.30pm – 3am at The Wardrobe. Spanish/Afro music from eastern Cuba with guaracho, bolero & powerful rhythms akin to salsa.

Hannah Trigwell + Simon Wiffen + High Hollers Fri 2 July. Gateway Music night at Escobar, Leeds. 8pm. Free.

Gary Stewart+Liz Reynolds Sat 3 July Acoustic Revolution at The Adelphi, Leeds. 2.30-5.30pm. £2.

Afternoon Jazz Sun 4 July, 1 – 4pm. Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton. Great jazz jam session - bring your band, your horn, your voice or just listen. Rhythm section provided.

Fischers Ghost Sun 4 July, The Abbey Inn, Pollard Ln, Bramley, Rocked up country with a sparkle of blues/soul.

David Ford Sun 4 July, the Brudenell 8pm. Inventive,

melodic & timeless. Formerly with glam-rockers Easyworld, now pursuing solo career.

Acoustic Open Mic Night Thurs 8 July from 8pm. 15 mins/3 songs. Organised by Sebastian John. Free.

Vessels + These Monsters Fri 9 July, Brudenell Club from 8pm.

Hayley Gaftarnick + Claire Cameron Sat10 July. Acoustic Revolution at The Adelphi, Leeds. 2.30-5.30pm. £2.

The Hut People, Sat 10 July, 8pm, Otley Courthouse. Accordion & percussion duo

Kevin James Quartet Sun 11 July 1 – 4pm at Seven Arts. Talented singer, pianist & songwriter. £5/£4.

Gary Stewart+Rosie Doonan+Jonny the Firth+ Paul Thomas Saunders Tues 13 July at Oporto, Leeds, from 8pm

Ellen & The Escapades Wed 14 July at Nation Of Shop Keepers, Cookridge St. Free.

Daniel Koek, Wed 14 July, The Carriageworks. West End sensation performs memorial concert for his late friend Eileen Hillas.

Here We Go Magic Thurs 15 July, Brudenell Club. Brooklyn, New York collective creating sounds from psychedelia to Afro-beat to serene Krautrock.

The Despoilers Sat 17 July at Black Bull, Horsforth. Covers band playing popular songs from the last fi ve decades. Details: www.thedespoilers.co.uk/

Laikin’ Sat 17 July, The Princess, Apperley Lane, Rawdon. Local 7 piece band, rock & country with a Celtic twist!

James Farrell Concert Band Sun 18 July, 2pm Horsforth Hall Pk. Show tunes & much more. www.jfconcertband.com Leeds Youth Jazz

Rock Orchestra Sun 18 July 1 – 4pm at Seven Arts, Chapel Allerton. A range jazz related styles from swing to hip hop & funk. £5/ £4.

Garden Gig at Lotherton Hall, Sun 18 July. Bring a picnic and listen as The Duncan MacFarlane Band play classic folk.

The Crooked Fiddle Band Mon 19 July, The Library, Woodhouse Lane.

Foxes & Convicts Wed 21 July at Milo, Leeds. Showcasing the best Northern acts, but heavy emphasis on Leeds indie artists.

Regina Spektor, Wed 21 July, O2 Academy Leeds. Intelligent, refreshingly honest odes to life. A simply unmissable live show.

Roadkill & Toxic Shock Sat 24 July at The Three Horse Shoes, Otley. Rock gig in aid of local charity Behind Closed Doors.

Tunng Sun 25 July, The Cockpit. Folktronica for brainiacs. Sam Genders & Mike Lindsay (Static Caravan), with Phil Winters & Ashley Bates.

Shoes & Socks Off Mon 26 July, Nation of Shop Keepers, Cookridge St. New project from former

Meet Me In St Louis frontman & Shield Your Eyes bassist.

Harwood Singers musical evening Wed 28 July, 7pm at St Stephen’s Church, Kirkstall. Details: J Endersby 267 7775

Acoustic Revolution End of Summer Party Sat 31 July at The Adelphi, Leeds.

Ron Trueman Border Sat 31 July, 9pm The Abbey Inn, Pollard Ln, Bramley. Singer, songwriter, raconteur & multi-instrumentalist.

The Handsome Family Wed 28 July, Hyde Park Picture House, 7.30pm. Husband & wife collaboration from Chicago, described as darkly comic country-gothic duo.

Roots: Bon Appétit Fri 30 July, 8 – 11pm at New Headingley Club, St Michael’s Rd, Headingley. Fabulous French music from Edith Piaf, Leo Ferre & beyond, with warmth, panache & passion

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Katie Richardson, performing arts student at Ralph Thoresby School, started on the road to the Leeds and Reading Festival by winning the school’s prestigious Talent Show before Christmas.

Acts appear in the regional heats of talent shows in a bid to win the ultimate prize of performing at the Leeds and Reading Festivals. The winner also gets eight hours in a professional recording studio.

Sixteen year old Katie appeared at one of the three heats of the competition and was the only solo performer to be selected to go through to the fi nal with 12 other acts.

Her melodic singer/songwriter style impressed the judges and was a refreshing change to the many bands who had applied. Her music is very pop, with a subtle hint of jazz, and her infl uences range from Paloma Faith to Michael Buble.

“This is not only amazing for me, but also for Ralph Thoresby School”, said Katie. “They’ve given me a lot of support over the years and I’d like to say a massive thank you.”

She will perform at the Leeds O2 Academy on 19th July.

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On 23rd July, Sample Theatre presents an evening of chilling

1960’s horror in which a woman recovering from a traumatic accident becomes drawn to a mysterious abandoned carnival. Inspired by the cult cinema classic, ‘Carnival of Souls’, it weaves physical language, VJing and sound improvisation to create an immersive horror experience like no other.

Sample Theatre adopts classic fi lmic conventions

and adaptable hardware/software packages, to create an augmented reality, which enmeshes the audience members into the performance. Their use of audio and visual technology shapes an innovative hybrid genre of cine-theatre.

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In its fi rst year, Headingley Festival brought enjoyment and fun to hundreds of people during the fi rst week in May. The weather may have been cold at times, but the music was anything but - exciting, varied, soulful, and inspiring. Besides a good sprinkling of jazz, there was also traditional Irish music, folk, funk, blues and rock, held at a range of venues, including Cafe Lento, Salvo’s, The Arc, the New Headingley Club, Headingley Community Centre, South Parade Baptist Church and Headingley Stadium. Judging by the smiling faces of face-painted children, the Children’s Carnival on Saturday morning was a great success,

a repeat performance has been requested for next year.Most of the 27 events were well attended, but the standout event was the Gospel Concert at South Parade Baptist Church on the Saturday afternoon, with over 250 people attending. Led by the Reverend Chunky But Funky, gospel choir ‘Voices of the Day’ captivated their audience with inspirational and uplifting singing of pop classics such as ‘Move On Up’, ‘You’ve Got A Friend’ and ‘Something Inside So Strong’. It was also a great week for showcasing the amazing pool of local musical talent involving such acts as Serious Sam Barrett, Bones and the Boys, Tom Neale Trio, Bassa Bassa, and Little Black Hearts, as well as Leeds College

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Rio Carnival or Mardi Gras – be greeted by fi re-eaters and jugglers, who’ll lead you through to the main arena for pre-dinner drinks and to be entertained by the legendary New Orleans Jazz Band. Following a four-course dinner, the exceptional Bogus Brothers one of the best and most entertaining party bands in Europe, take to the stage with a high-energy, high-impact show. Then the in-house DJ takes the party through to the early hours.

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ONTHEWEB////////Spotify.com has been around since 2008 and has worked hard to integrate itself into the world of social networking. In case you didn’t know, it’s a web service that streams music. Its popularity is growing so much because most people use their computer to play their music instead of a CD player these days. You can search for virtually anything and one of the best features is that you can sync it with Facebook, so friends can see your God awful taste in music and actually play your songs! It’s great for making playlists for parties, providing no one turns the internet off.

Krop.com is a pretty cool ‘make your own portfolio’ website. It’s brought to the World Wide Web by the same people who made qbn.com, a design industry discussion website that gets more hits than Rocky Balboa did. If you’re a photographer or artist and you want a free website, then think about using this great service.

Opentable.co.uk does one very simple thing that we’ve been doing since the telephone was invented; making a restaurant reservation. You can choose from the best restaurants in your area and view their menus, simply choose a time and click book. There, done. That’s it. Simple.

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Gold for Leeds City Council

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Leeds City Council claimed their fi rst-ever gold medal for excellence at this year’s world-famous RHS Chelsea Flower Show, having earned two successive Silver Gilt Flora awards in the last two years and either silver or bronze with fi ve previous show gardens dating back to their fi rst appearance in 1997.

The stunning show garden entry produced by the council’s Parks and Countryside staff with engineering design and support from sponsors HESCO Bastion Limited, wowed judges and visitors alike.

The HESCO Garden 2010 is the largest and most ambitious garden design entered by Leeds at Chelsea, modelled on a section of the Leeds-Liverpool Canal complete with a canal and full-sized lock gates as the centrepiece.

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the way. While Anthony’s continues to thrive, the food emporium dream didn’t take off and thankfully, the retail spaces are now opening up again, with a plethora of new and exciting

shops moving in.

MKI, a very stylish menswear shop, has already moved in, along with Mummy and Little Me selling elegant and glamorous maternity wear. They join All American Vintage, Dawn Stretton, The Hidden Wardrobe,

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Rodley Nature Reserve celebrates its tenth anniversary this year.

To celebrate both this occasion and the International Year of Biodiversity, the reserve is holding a Biodiversity Day on Saturday 17th July.

This event should appeal to everyone interested in nature – young or old. Activities include bug, bird, dragonfl y and botany walks, a small mammal survey, moth trapping, microscope work with algae, a bird ringing demonstration and much more.

Situated just four miles from the city centre, the reserve was designed to bring wetland wildlife back to the Leeds area. Wildlife has fl ourished as the wetlands have developed and

to date more than 150 species of birds have been recorded. The reserve has also proved a popular destination for visitors. Between 15,000 and 20,000 people now visit the site each year. Primary school groups are regular visitors in the spring and summer months, and older students are encouraged to become involved in carrying out surveys.

As our green spaces continue to disappear at an

alarming rate, places like Rodley Nature Reserve will provide a haven for wildlife for many years to come. 2010 has been designated International Year of Biodiversity by the United Nations. Biodiversity is the

variety of life on earth – this includes everything from algae

to elephants and bacteria to blue whales. You might not fi nd elephants or blue whales at Rodley but there is a wonderful variety of wildlife.

The reserve is open on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays, 10am – 4pm, throughout the year. It is situated on the A657 Leeds to Shipley road off the Ring Road at Rodley roundabout. Go towards Leeds from the Ring Road (Rodley Town Street) and turn off directly opposite Longfi eld Drive onto the access road between Aire House and Wellman Booth Crane Works. The entrance is just over the canal bridge.

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Three small summer visitors to our shores, though less common than formerly, can still

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I cause enough damage as a pedestrian – I’m not sure the world is ready for me to be in command of a two ton vehicle As much as I love waiting for buses in the pouring rain and having them drive straight past me, I’ve decided it’s now time for me to bite the bullet and learn to drive.

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They were so keen to help that they organised a sponsored litter pick up on Bedquilts Playing Fields in Adel and have raised over £471 for Christian Aid. 30 children and parents had great fun getting to grips with some borrowed litter pickers and collected over 20 bags of rubbish.

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Green Fingers at Cookridge Primary

Cookridge Primary School recently held an afternoon of gardening, funded by the Green Generations/Leeds City Council initiative. The school received £10,000 from the Big Lottery Fund which it used to purchase raised beds, plants and poly-tunnels, with further scope for ponds and orchards. Green Generations allowed the school to showcase the developing garden and invite volunteers from the wider community to help pupils work in it. Our volunteers included members of the Saudi Arabian community, OPAL, mums and dads, toddlers, grandparents, Councillor Sue Bentley and Chris Edwards from Education Leeds. Food and drink was laid on, the school’s samba and steel band played a medley of songs. Leeds Organic Growers have also helped greatly with the garden.

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The school will be continuing the voluntary scheme with members of the local community helping pupils look after the garden, the planting and maintenance in the coming years.

Twenty fi ve Israeli children from The Tel Aviv Youth Performing Arts Academy wowed pupils at The Froebelian School in Horsforth recently with a special demonstration of their amazing street dance and singing skills.

The talented young performers visited the school during their European tour, which includes taking part in the 10th Anniversary Leeds Jewish Theatre Festival in Leeds.

At the end of the performance the Froebelian children were so impressed, they provided the Israeli students with an impromptu rendition of ‘Razzle Dazzle’ which they will perform at the school’s production of ‘Aristocats’ on their Speech Day on 9th July. Many of the Year 6 pupils were so star-struck that they insisted on staying behind to ask the performers for their autographs!

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Leeds Youth Opera Presents Faust

Leeds Youth Opera, an exciting and innovative company of young singers that has been delighting audiences in Leeds for almost 40 years.

Following their success with ‘Orpheus in the Underworld’ earlier this year, they have been hard at work rehearsing for their July production of Gounod’s ‘Faust’. Based on the 16th Century

German legend, the opera tells the tale of Dr Faust who sells his soul to the Devil in return for his lost youth. Filled with wonderful music, including ‘The Calf of Gold’ and ‘The Jewel Song’ it has become one of the most popular operas of all time.

LYO returns to ‘Faust’ for the fi rst time in 13 years with a new spectacular production which will be staged at the Carriageworks from 7 – 10 July. For tickets, contact The Carriageworks box offi ce on 0113 224 3801 or www.carriageworkstheatre.co.uk


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This year marks the centenary of Girl Guiding in Britain, but this exciting movement is by no means outdated. Founded in 1910 by Robert Baden Powell and his sister, Agnes, to provide ‘something for the girls’, Guiding soon became popular and has now expanded to provide opportunities for young girls and women from the age of 5 to 60+.

The movement prides itself on its ability to give girls and young women a voice in society; to promote equality and diversity; and to offer fun challenges and experiences within a secure environment. Guiding also instils a sense of wider

community among its members, which has led to the movement’s role as a key supporter of charities and community projects.

One hundred years on and Guiding continues to be a fun and up-to-date, girls-only institution. The centenary celebrations started in September 2009, and there has never been a more exciting time to be involved. The ‘Adventure 100’ is encouraging all members to take up new and exciting activities; to remember the past 100 years; and to look forward to the future. Members will be coming from all over the country to the

national camp being held at Harewood House this summer, to enjoy a week of fun-fi lled activities in celebration of the historic movement.

The last 100 years of Guiding would not have been possible without the hard work of its volunteers. Leaders are an important part of this innovative movement that offers a range of opportunities and training. Guiding continues to thrive, depending on volunteers to provide a wealth of experiences for the young girls and women of Britain for the next 100 years!

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Meanwood Amateur Boxing Club is back at Meanwood Working Mens’ Club, Stonegate Rd. LS6. New starters from age 9, Tues from 6pm in July. Details: Peter McCann 266 0176.

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NCT Leeds Dads’ Group meets 3rd Sat of month. Dads & their babies or toddlers are invited to come along & have fun.Scouting in Adel & Ireland Wood Beavers, Cubs & Scouts at Adel Methodist & St Paul’s. Leaders & assistants needed. De-tails: Kim Brompton 267 8479, [email protected]

Scouts Six Dales Walk 2010 Sun 26 Sept. The 53rd annual walk starts 6.30am at Settle College. Open to Scouts, Guides, Explor-ers, leaders & support-ers. It traverses some of Yorkshire’s fi nest scenery. Are you up to the chal-lenge? Seniors – 42 miles, Juniors – 23 miles. Details: Chris Milestone at [email protected], www.sixdales.co.uk

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Mustangs Champions Of Keybury Yellow LeagueWith a fantastic record of 16 wins, two draws and no defeats, the long season concluded with the Mustangs being crowned champions. The league has been very competitive, but the dedicated team played consistently well throughout the season to earn the well deserved accolade.

A thoroughly delighted Coach, Chris Wilkinson, commented: “We’ve had such an amazing season. The boys fully deserve this success for all the hard work and commitment they’ve shown all year, but this wouldn’t have been possible without having such a brilliantly supportive set of parents!”

Photo: The Mustangs: Conal Cowell, Daniel Walker, George Grubb, Harry Liburd, Harry Resendez, Josh Taylor, Joshua Widdop, Josh Wilkinson, Murphy Smith & Sam Hunter.

LYJRO and Ralph Thoresby School Create Fabulous Mingus Tribute

Leeds Youth Jazz Rock Orchestra (LYJRO) worked for over a year on a jazz performance inspired by the music of legendary bass player, Charles Mingus. Brendan Duffy, leader of LYJRO, approached Ralph Thoresby School about enhancing the orchestra’s music with live dance, drama and media projections. He didn’t need to ask twice! Staff and students worked with the orchestra to produce a two-hour spectacular which was performed in the John Sowerby Theatre during the Headingley Jazz Festival recently.

As the school is also working towards the Stephen Lawrence Standard Award, it was obvious that this was a great way to celebrate the inspirations behind jazz music and raise the profi le of racial equality, as racial issues in the southern USA in the 70s certainly infl uenced Mingus’ work.

A combination of drama and dance was created around Mingus music, tracking his infl uences, fears, anxieties and political infl uences.

“This was a truly awesome project”, said Brian Wilson, Arts Director at Ralph Thoresby School. “The dedication of all the participants resulted in a very professional performance.”

The show is now available on DVD from the school on 0113 336 8181. For information on the school’s forthcoming performances, visit www.ralpthoresby.com

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The Cookridge Methodist Scout Group was registered on 4th October 1960 and this year celebrates its 50th Anniversary. Originally there was only the Cub section but within a year the group had added Scouts. The Beaver Colony for younger members started in November 1985 and over the years, there has also been a Venture Scout section. To celebrate their special anniversary they have produced an Anniversary Badge. Forty eight young members recently attended a fun-packed adventure weekend at Bradley Wood Scout Camp, and other planned celebrations include a barbeque towards the end of the summer term.

The group will also be holding a reunion for past members, leaders and supporters on Friday 1st October. If you would like to attend or would like more information about the event please contact Janet Yates (Group Scout Leader) on 0113 267 7658, email: janet.yates1@nlworld, or Andrew Gamble (Cub Scout Leader) on 0113 258 3849, or visit www.cookridgemethodistscouts.btik.com

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Three volunteer search and rescue teams that provide a safety net for walkers, cavers, climbers, casual visitors and others

who venture out into the local countryside, have just launched a major safety campaign.

Upper Wharfedale Fell Rescue Association, Cave Rescue Organisation, and Swaledale Mountain Rescue Team are the only rescue teams in the country who perform surface and underground rescues and their aim is to ensure that people get the help they need when away from the road network. The campaign, which is backed by North Yorkshire Police and Yorkshire Dales National Park Authority, includes a card that folds to credit-card size and fi ts easily into a wallet or the fi rst aid kit that every party should carry.

Posters and card dispensers can be found at over 300 outlets around the area – including outdoor retailers, accommodation providers and information centres. The message is that if you need help, beyond the road network, you probably need a rescue team. In which case, call 999 ask for ‘Police’ and then for mountain or cave rescue. If using a mobile, it is helpful to say which county you are in, as 999 operators may not have an intimate knowledge of rural England and calls from high points may go some miles to reach a phone mast. If you have a map, it is important to give both grid references and a verbal description of where you are. Then stay where you have a signal and keep the line clear so you can be called back.

The amount of information that will fi t on the card is limited, so the teams are also planning to provide links from each team’s website to additional sites for sources of safety advice or providers of outdoor training.

“All the teams do a fantastic job, they are always there when we need them, often turning out in the most dreadful conditions and always providing a highly professional support service”, said Sue Cross, Assistant Chief Constable of North Yorkshire. “The campaign will most certainly help to save lives and the combined support it is already receiving will ensure it becomes a permanent part of everyday life in the Dales. It is another example of working together in the interests of public safety.”

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The transformation that South Africa has undergone in the last 20 years is there for everybody to see as it welcomes football’s centerpiece, the FIFA World Cup, with all the razzmatazz, expectation and splendour you would expect.

The elite of world football is playing at 10 stadiums across nine cities. There may have been hiccups in terms of infrastructure along the way, but on the football fi eld it is hard to see where things can go awry. Never have so many teams boasted so many superb players, with a hoard of nations having a realistic chance of lifting the trophy aloft.

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them. The Bafana Bafana, as they are commonly known, have a pitiable squad and face the very real prospect of being the fi rst host nation to fail to emerge from the group stages. England, though, should not suffer the same fate, with the nation expecting success where so many have failed previously. Fabio Capello’s selections have raised few eyebrows, but did highlight the dearth in top quality players behind the starting XI. Nevertheless, with Messrs Rooney, Gerrard, Lampard and Co. coupled with what is a steadfast defence, anything is possible.

But it will not be an easy ride, with England facing some tough competition. As always, Brazil is expected to add to its fi ve cup haul, but with the defensive-minded Dunga at the helm they may struggle with their new approach. While the Seleção may struggle to adapt, nobody knows

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Graham Hollingworth recently retired as Head Green Keeper at Horsforth Golf Club, after 40 years at the club and more than 50 in the industry. Stepping into his shoes is Andy Stranger who, although only 23, has an impressive CV. Having worked at Calverley G.C. he undertook an internship with Ohio

State University which led to placements at Liberty National, New Jersey, and Augusta, Georgia – not a bad start to a career in green keeping!

We would obviously like to thank Graham for his years of hard work. The transformation at Horsforth Golf Club over the years has been immense and Graham was the driving force behind it. He has overseen the development and course alterations during that time, lost land to the airport, seen Lancaster’s, Spitfi res and Concord fl y into Leeds Bradford airport, which borders the course, and very nearly had to

deal with a plane on the old 14th green when it overshot the runway in the 80s. He has been responsible for changing an open area of farmland into mature, tree lined fairways that are a good test of any golfer’s ability. He estimates having planted over 50,000 trees in the time he has been at Horsforth!

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Chris Carver of Otley Athletic Club was recently selected to represent Great Britain in the 24 hour World Championships which took place in Brive, France, in May. The race started well and Chris soon got into his stride passing the marathon distance in about 3 hours 45 minutes before powering on to a 100 km personal best of 9 hours 11 minutes. Chris battled through leg cramps, nausea, a stone in his shoe and freezing overnight temperatures to fi nish a very impressive 53rd out of 230 runners.

This was the highest quality fi eld ever assembled for a 24 hour race - a true World Championship. The winner, Shingo Inoue of Japan, set a new Asian record of 273.708 km (170 miles). Second place went to the American Scott Jurek who ran 266.667 km (165.7 miles).

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Chris running in Brive

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