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Haringey BHM cover design new_d_Layout 1 27/09/2011 12:58 Page 1 Haringey Black History Month 2012 www.haringey.gov.uk Black History Month Black History Month has always been a special moment to remember the contribution of Black men and women. Each year we remember their sacrifices and celebrate their achievements, but this year is particularly poignant and warrants a particular reflection on two events of 2012. The year began with the guilty verdict in the Stephen Lawrence murder case. This was the most high-profile, unsolved, racially motivated murder in living memory. I was the same age as Stephen and I spent my first adult years watching in shock as his family were denied justice. But I was not alone. The case had penetrated British society – the anti racism movement had moved from the margins to the mainstream. Thousands united together – black and white, young and old – not only to bring two of Stephen’s killers to justice but to bring about real change to the institutions that had let Stephen’s family down so badly. So as there is finally some semblance of closure to the case, let us use this year’s Black History Month to acknowledge one of the greatest contemporary contributors to the black community’s story in Britain: Doreen Lawrence, mother of Stephen and tireless campaigner for justice. The Olympics sprinkled glitz and glamour onto 2012 and for Britain it was a true cultural reawakening. Our own Haringey boxer, Nicola Adams, smashed through glass ceilings to win the first ever Olympic gold in female Boxing. Somali-refugee Mo Farah, who came to Britain when he was just 8 years old, ran a lap of honour draped in the British flag with 80,000 British people of all races, ages and religions cheering their fellow Briton. The poster-girl of the Olympics could not be more representative of our country in the 21st Century: Jessica Ennis, a mixed race woman from Sheffield, ran, jumped and threw her way to Heptathlon Gold. They are the stars in a country that is increasingly at ease with its multicultural self. Future Black History Months will remember their achievements this year fondly so let us use this year to remember the trailblazers who combated discrimination and prejudice in sport to light the path. Let us use this month to honour Colin Jackson, John Barnes and Tottenham’s own Walter Tull and the sacrifices they made and the summits they achieved for Britain and for the wider black community. The strap line of the Olympics was to ‘inspire a generation’. The same could be said of Black History Month. Have a great October. Rt. Hon David Lammy, MP for Tottenham The 2012 Olympics demonstrated to the world that London is a vibrant, diverse and proud city. Team GB’s successes included unbelievable performances from many black athletes – and they will go down in history as part of our greatest team. A particular highlight was the performance from Nicola Adams, who became the first women ever to win gold in boxing, and of course, Mo Farah’s epic double! The contribution of black men and women to Haringey, London and the UK in general also cannot be underestimated. The UK has the second-largest black population in Europe, and it’s so important that the population at large are aware of the history, struggles and successes of black men and women. This is why so I’m very glad to be celebrating black history month, and to have this dedicated time to reflect on black history, culture and contributions to our society. Particularly on the back of the Olympics, it’s clear that this is going to be a very exciting and positive black history month, and I encourage everyone to get involved, learn and celebrate! Have a Great Black History Month! Rt. Hon Lynne Featherstone, MP for Hornsey and Wood Green Black History Month is an important celebration in Haringey. It creates a dedicated time when we can reflect on, celebrate and show appreciation for the amazing contribution that the black community has made to society throughout our history. It allows us to demonstrate the strength of our vibrant community which celebrates diversity and the value we attach to learning about each other and from each other. In Haringey this year, Black History Month will be as action packed, as vibrant and as meaningful as ever with a whole range of events taking place. I hope you will join me in welcoming in Black History Month and getting involved in the activity so that together we can celebrate all that the black people have contributed to make Haringey the place it is today. Cllr Richard Watson, Cabinet Member for Communities It is my pleasure to introduce you to this inspiring programme for celebrating Black History Month here in Haringey for 2012. Black History Month has a longstanding history in the borough, and each year I am delighted to see the very special celebrations of the achievements of our black community. Over the past year we have seen a lot to celebrate, and I look forward to seeing many of you at taking part in the range of diverse events across the borough. Whether it’s attending an exhibition at your local library, getting interactive at a drumming performance, or listening to one of our many local speakers share their experiences, there really is something for everyone. With a huge selection of children’s events taking place, Black History Month 2012 will also be an exciting, vibrant opportunity to celebrate our generation of incredibly talented young people. Cllr Claire Kober, Leader, Haringey Council Black History Month 2012 - Update Page 5 Event Film Show: The Story of Lovers Rock 8 Pass it On 9 Film Screening of The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman Muswell Hill Library Book Club African Art Song Origin and Evolution of Modern jazz 11 11 11 12 14 14 New Tell Me About It…! Reminiscence Café Topic: My Front Room – the African and African Caribbean perspective Reminisce about the different styles Lunchtime Workshop: Exploring the George Padmore Institute Archive Evening Film: London: The Modern Babylon African Mask making Join the library and make an African mask with exciting craft materials Published Marcus Garvey Library Thursday 9th October Only advertised as 11th October Under Saturday 13th October Under 18th October Under 19th October Under Sunday 21st October Under Monday 22nd October Updated Information Marcus Garvey Library Tuesday 9th October Event held: 11th and 18th and 23rd October Event held Monday 15th October. Event held: 19th October Event held: 20th October Event held: 22nd October Monday 29th October to Wednesday 31st October Under Tuesday 30th October Only 29th October New Event held: 23rd October Event held: 31st October 31st October 10.00-12.00noon Muswell Hill Children’s Library Events for adults 2nd October to 30th November MAKING FREEDOM :The Life of Venture Smith Exhibition Marcus Garvey Library An exhibition on the life of an enslaved African who successfully gained his own freedom and established a family dynasty in Connecticut, USA, in the age of the American Revolution. Venture Smith (1728-1805) originally named Broteer Furro, was a royal prince from West Africa who was kidnapped when he was a child and sold into slavery. He was taken to the US by the slave trade and after 30 years bought his way out of slavery. Smith was one of the few slaves who sought liberation by purchasing his own freedom and those of his wife and four children. He went on to accumulate property and wealth. His life story was published in 1798. Seven years later he died at the age of 77 and was buried in Connecticut. “The story of Venture Smith is an extraordinary uplifting and inspiring one of human courage and resolve in the face of indignity and oppression.” “…it deserves to be known by all who value freedom and human dignity” 3rd October to 23 December 2012 Bruce Castle Museum First floor Compton Gallery Re-creating Memories: Photographs from 1989 An opportunity to see this successful exhibition which celebrated the lives of African/Caribbean people either living in Haringey or associated with the borough. The photographs were taken by respected African/Caribbean photographers David A. Bailey MBE (b.1961), David Lewis (b.1962) and Ingrid Pollard (b.1953) Wednesday 3rd October Health Talks at Coombes Croft Embrace Uk’s Senior Citizens Health Forum Black London Film Heritage in association with the Haringey U3A presents” Big City Stories” a collection of film extracts depicting Black London in the twentieth century Coombes Croft 12.30 to 1.30 Wood Green Central Library The Gallery First Floor 1.00 to 3.00pm Film Show: The Story of Lovers Rock Directed by acclaimed film maker Menelik Shabazz. Hornsey Library Thursday 4th October 7.00pm Marcus Garvey Library Thursday 9th October 7.30pm (Followed by a Q&A session with the director.) A love letter to a style of music that should educate, entertain and even inspire. Lovers Rock, often dubbed 'romantic reggae' is a uniquely black British sound that developed in the late 70s and 80s against a backdrop of riots, racial tension and sound systems. Lovers Rock served both as a tool of empowerment for its fans – a group made up of mostly young black men and women, first generation Brits, the children of immigrants primarily from countries of the Caribbean, searching for identity and a style they could claim as their own; it also provided healing for that same generation, in a time when the country was facing extreme racial polarity, and blacks especially were victims of institutionally-sanctioned prejudice and acts of violence by white racists. Thursday 4th October Health Talks at Coombes Croft Medical herbalist Marion Makonnen Health related matters-Stress the silent killer Literary Talks at Coombes Croft. Readings from Kenneth Samuels Coombes Croft 2.00 to 3.00pm Coombes Croft 2.00 to 4.00 Four Craft Workshops (leading to Oh What a Creation) St Ann’s Library 2nd, 9th, 16th & 23rd October 4.00 to 6.00 Jewellery Making African dressmaking and card making workshops. Organised by Azuire Community Enterprises. For more information please contact Ngozi on 0742 936 2645. Free – Open to all Friday 5th October Health Talks at Coombes Croft Stroke Awareness with Val Shilling Coombes Croft 12.30 to 1.30pm Saturday 6th October A Community Day to launch a month of festivities at Coombes Croft Library in celebration of BHM 2012 Coombes Croft library in association with Kete’network & Instrumental Health Story telling workshop with drums (community volunteers & staff training) 1.30 to 3.30 ‘Our heritage is rich!!! Come be instructed in the art of AfricanCaribbean Oral Tradition which includes storytelling drumming and song’. -Instrumental Health Arts and Crafts Make a African Head dress to wear ‘Come and share good vibes with family and friends amongst the community’1.30 to 2.30pm Kete’network 5.30 to 8.30pm Saturday 6th October Sunday 7th October Tuesday 9th October Wednesday 10th October Thursday 11th October Dr Everard M. Phillips presents his book ”Speaking Truth to Power-A Caribbean Culture of Ritual resistance through the lyrics of the Political calypso”. This interactive power point presentation uses a variety of calypso music. Olympic Stories The Olympics and Paralympics may be over but the party is not! Join us for an evening of celebration as two of Britain’s great Olympians – high jumper Dalton Grant and 400m runner Donna Fraser- share their Olympic stories and memories and answer all your questions about what it took to become an Olympian. £5/£3 Under 16s FREE with an adult Film Show: The Story of Lovers Rock Directed by acclaimed film maker Menelik Shabazz. Followed by a Q&A session with the director. A love letter to a style of music that should educate, entertain and even inspire. Literary Talks at Coombes Croft Join James Massam and friends for an evening of poetry Film Screening: When Tottenham exploded" A documentary which has explored the multiple causes of the UK 2011 riots and attempted to offer some solutions to prevent such events from re-occurring . The screening will be followed by a discussion. The History of Black Britain in 100 SONGS Part 1 with Dennis Bovell Join the legendary Dennis Bovell for a very special unplugged concert, you'll hear Dennis like never before - on a musical journey from The Beatles to Bob Marley to Amy Winehouse in an acoustic reggae style. £12/£10 How to build your brand -simple advice for start -ups to consider for creating a stronger brand on the cheap. Business Workshop by Dr Victor Thompson of The Right Business Network. Marcus Garvey Library 5.15 to 6.45pm Bernie Grant Arts Centre 6.00pm Marcus Garvey Library 7.30pm Coombes Croft 6.00 to 8.00pm Marcus Garvey 7.00 to 8.30 pm Bernie Grant Arts Centre 7.30pm Marcus Garvey 7.00 to 8.30 pm Thursday 11th October Thursday 18th October Tuesday 23rd October Literary Talks at Coombes Croft Hirit Belai will be joining the Thursday literary and writers group to talk about her newly published children’s book Tewodros II of Abyssinia Pass It On! Healthy Heart Kit workshop for African Caribbean Community Organisations Free training for people who want to deliver heart health messages using the Healthy Hearts Kit by the British Heart Foundation. This training is for people who already know about the risk factors for coronary heart disease, but lack the confidence and/or skills to deliver the training. This workshop does not cover information on the risk factors for coronary heart disease. However, this information is in the training manual inside the kit. For more information please contact Diana Powell 0203 369 9878 or email [email protected] Our Time Has Come Our Time Has Come is a Teacher Twilight event introducing a new classroom teaching and learning resource aimed at Key Stages 3-4 history and citizenship students. Inspired by materials in the Bernie Grant and Taken for Granted project archives, the resource uses the election of four Black MPs in 1987 as a start-point from which to consider minority ethnic representation in Parliament. This event is facilitated by staff from Bishopsgate Institute where the Bernie Grant archive is held. "Loving and distorted relationships between Caribbean heritage men, women and children" In this talk Barbara Fletchman Smith explores both loving relationships and the consequences of inability to jointly care for children and suggests ways to start thinking about the origins of the difficult states we get into. Coombes Croft 2.00 to 4.00pm Wood Green Central Library The Business Lounge Ground Floor 10.00am to 4.00pm Bernie Grant Arts Centre 5.00pm to 7.00pm Marcus Garvey 7.00 to 8.00pm Friday 12th October Saturday 13th October Tuesday 16th October Inspirational Poetry Performance by Jacqueline La Touche The author of Crossing Rivers, Climbing Mountains, Building Bridges will be reading some very inspirational, heart-warming and light-hearted poetry from her latest book: Soul Searching From The Heart; Come along and be highly entertained; as well as inspired by her unique poetry style and performance. Suitable for adults, families and children Sam M. Amalemba introducing his book “Becoming…!” The writer was born in Kenya but made Britain his home since he first arrived here as a university student. His short stories bring to life the adventures of life from both countries. Free – Open to all Film Screening of “The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman” directed by John Korty (Cert. PG) Hornsey Library Original Gallery 2.30 to 4.30pm St Ann’s Hall 2.00 to 3.30pm Wood Green Central Library The Business Lounge Ground Floor In February 1962, as the civil rights 7.00 to 9.00pm movement reaches Bayonne, Louisiana, a New York journalist arrives to interview Jane Film starts at 7.00pm sharp Pittman, who has just turned 110. She tells him her story dating back to her earliest memories before slavery ended, a long walk toward freedom, marriage to Joe Pittman, her adopted son Ned's work as an educator, helping to raise Jimmy, who returns as a civil rights worker, and her own decision to become involved in contemporary issues. For adults, or children with accompanying adults Marcus Garvey K.E E. Glevey talks about his book “On 7.00 to 8.30pm Being African” “A fantastic handbook charting the history that all Africans need to know, understand and start using to unite and forge a better future.” Wednesday 17th October Thursday 18th October The History Of Black Britain In 100 Songs Part 2 The Windrush Years Veteran radio broadcaster ALEX PASCALL (BBC BLACK LONDONERS) teams up with the “human news bulletin” ALEXANDER D. GREAT (CALYPSO MONARCH) for a very special evening remembering the music that was brought over to Britain by the Windrush generation from the Caribbean. £8/£6 “West Indian Front Room”- Reminiscence with the Haringey U3A: Bring a poem, a song or an item that means something to you and share it with us. Sam M. Amalemba introduces his book “Becoming…!” The writer was born in Kenya but made Britain his home since he first arrived here as a university student. His short stories bring to life the adventures of life from both countries. Book Launch: Robyn Travis Prisoner To The Streets The X Press, Britain’s biggest publisher of black-interest books, celebrate their 20th anniversary with the launch of their new bestseller ‘PRISONER TO THE STREETS’ by the Bernie Grant Arts Centre’s newlyappointed writer-in-residence, Robyn Travis. More information: www.prisonertothestreets.com. Free. Literary Talks at Coombes Croft Poetry performance with Jacqueline La Touche who will be reading from her newly published book -Soul Searching from the heart How to be different: discussion on differentiation for any SME in a competitive market. Business Workshop by Dr Victor Thompson of The Right Business Network. "Loving and distorted relationships between Caribbean heritage men, women and children" In this talk Barbara Fletchman Smith explores both loving relationships and the consequences of inability to jointly care for Bernie Grant Arts Centre 7.30pm Marcus Garvey 2.00 to 3. 30 pm Marcus Garvey 7.00 to 8.30 pm Bernie Grant Arts Centre 7.30pm Coombes Croft 6.00 to 8.00pm Marcus Garvey 7.00 to 8.30p.m Marcus Garvey 7.00 to 8.00pm Friday 19th October Saturday 20th October Sunday 21st October children and suggests ways to start thinking about the origins of the difficult states we get into. Muswell Hill Library Book Club. The group will be discussing the ‘Color Purple’ by Alice Walker An Evening of Edutainment with master comedian Leo Muhammad Laugh yourself silly? No, laugh yourself sensible with Britain’s king of ‘edutainment’ - thought provoking humour. £12/£10 African Art Song Nigerian & African -American Art Songs performed by soprano Lola Oduwole Suitable for all ages A Look in the Past - Share your memories & family stories. Do you or a member of your family come from Africa or the Caribbean? Come to this session to explore experiences, memories and stories from people and families who came to settle in Britain. Bring along an object, a photograph or a piece of cloth that tells a story of your or one of your ancestor’s coming to Britain. Free – Open to all Book Launch by Books of Africa - John Theodore discusses his book “Lessons from the life of a Salesman” Muswell Hill Library 12.20 to 1.20pm Bernie Grant Arts Centre 7.30pm Hornsey Library Original Gallery 3.00pm St Ann’s Meeting Room 2.00 to 3.00pm Wood Green Central Library The Business Lounge 2.00 to 4.30pm Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to 8.30 pm Origin and Evolution of Modern Jazz Free Lecture Robin Walker is giving a lecture on an important art form: Modern Jazz. The Modern Jazz era represents the period when jazz became music for listening as opposed to music for dance. Beginning with the Holy Trinity of Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, and Thelonious Monk, modern jazz became an increasingly underground art form. This presentation tells the story of the origin and evolution of this music bringing the story up to date. Bernie Grant Arts The Bernie Grant Cup Domino Centre Cafe Bar Championship – spectators welcome from 5pm Monday 22nd October Tuesday 23rd October London’s top domino teams battle it out for the title: Bernie Grant Domino Cup Champions 2012. Bring the whole family to this fantastic oneday tournament and cheer on your local domino team, The Tottenham All Stars, and stay for the “Winners Dinner And Dance” afterwards. Free. St Ann’s Library Book Club Small Island by Andrea Levy Winner of the 2004 Orange Prize. Hortense Joseph arrives in London from Jamaica in 1948 with her life in her suitcase, her heart broken, her resolve intact… Come to discuss this book. Copies available in all Haringey libraries. Free – Open to all Film Screening of “The Help” directed by Tate Taylor (Cert. 12) To celebrate Black History Month, join the Sankofa Reading Group at the screening of “The Help”. Set in the deep North American South, this film is an inspirational, courageous and empowering story about very different, extraordinary women in the 1960s South who build an unlikely friendship around a secret writing project one that breaks society rules and puts them all at risk. Filled with poignancy, humour and hope. Tell Me About It…! Reminiscence Cafe Topic: My Front Room – the African and African Caribbean perspective Reminisce about the different styles and furniture over the last 50 years of the front room, the focus of a home. What was your front room like? What things did you put in it? When were you allowed in? Jack Johnson, the first heavy weight black boxer Presentation by Avril Nanton. St Ann’s Library 6.30 to 7.30pm Wood Green Central Library The Business Lounge 6.30 to 9.00pm Film starts at 7.00pm sharp Bruce Castle Museum Old Kitchen 2.00 to 4.00pm Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to 8.30 pm Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th October Thursday 25th October Sunday 28th October "Loving and distorted relationships between Caribbean heritage men, women and children" In this talk Barbara Fletchman Smith explores both loving relationships and the consequences of inability to jointly care for children and suggests ways to start thinking about the origins of the difficult states we get into. Launch of the Report “Unravelling the Hidden Curriculum” Written by Sharon Bernard-Jones and Shannel Jones. The report examines the influence of classroom dynamics on the self concept and educational attainment of learners from the African Caribbean communities and assesses the impact the teachers’ conceptions and hidden curriculum have on the educational attainment of African Caribbean learners. The Lovers Rock Monologues In this critically acclaimed HIT SHOW, Lovers Rock ambassadors Janet Kay, Carroll Thompson and Victor Romero Evans share their heart-warming and hilarious stories, punctuated by songs of the era. Music meets theatre in this intimate inside story, with the soundtrack performed live by a 3 piece band. £12/£10 Book Launch by Books of Africa Pauline Dodgson Katiya and Nigel Watt talk about author Wilson Katiyo (1947-2003), African writer from Zimbabwe engaged in struggle for independence from the former Southern Rhodesia and author of Son of the Soil and Tsiga. Better Mus Come Pre-Premiere Preview Film Screening plus Q and A with producer Paul Bucknor Three years in the making, Better Mus’ Come brilliantly captures the deep rooted conflict at the heart of Jamaican politics as seen in violent images in news reports and recent explosive political headlines all over the world in the international manhunt for alleged Jamaican “Don”, Christopher “Dudus” Coke, leaving 76 civilians dead and Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to 8.00pm Marcus Garvey Library 4.30. to 6.00 pm Bernie Grant Arts Centre 7.30pm Wood Green Central Library The Business Lounge Ground Floor 2.00 to 4.30pm Bernie Grant Arts Centre 7.30pm Monday 29th October to Wednesday 31st October Monday 29th October Monday 29th October to Thursday 1st November a government-mandated State of Emergency in its aftermath. In a timely and provocative production, Better Mus’ Come traces the origins of the use of street gangs by political parties in their violent struggle to win the national election. £12/£10 Lunchtime Workshop: Exploring the George Padmore Institute Archive with Archivist Sarah Garrod The GPI explores the black experience in Britain and internationally (particularly the Caribbean) Doors open at noon for refreshments Highgate Library Reading Group – Black History Month choice – The Memory of Love by Amanatta Forna Jacqueline La Touche talks about her book: Crossing Rivers, Climbing Mountains, Building Bridges“Charged, convicted and condemned, thrown into life as a teenage mother at the age of just fifteen years old I was destined for a life of hardship and heartache” Muswell Hill Reading Group. The group will be discussing ‘If he Hollers let him go’ by Chester Himes Black Feminist Group workshop “A space for Black women” The workshop discusses racism and sexism faced by women and also looks at the forms patriarchy takes in our communities. SkinTeeth A play by Dotun Adebayo Champagne Charlie was the king of comedy. He was a household name until he was kicked off TV. He still doesn’t know why. Was it something he said? Or the way he said it? Tonight, determined to prove that he’s still got it, he’s putting on his best show ever for you and the mysterious Sexy Cinderella, half his age, who is sniffing around. Charlie thinks he’s going to get his end away. In the end he got more than he bargained for. So will you. Skinteeth stars Eastenders ‘Bad-Bwoy’ Gary Beadle and Dee Fyfe, fresh from filming a Hollywood thriller. It is a A Plebian Theatre Company Bruce Castle Museum 12.15pm Highgate 6.00pm to 7.00pm Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to 8.30pm Muswell Hill Adult Library 6.15 to 7.30pm Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to 8.30 pm Bernie Grant Arts Centre 7.30pm Tuesday 30 October th Production. £12/£10 Evening Film: London: The Modern Babylon A documentary by Julien Temple London’s epic journey through 100 years of cultural upheaval Wednesday “Abraham Hannibal the Black Ancestor 31st October of Alexander Puskin” Book Launch by Books of Africa : Dr Grammankou Dieudonne discusses his book st Thursday 1 So who do you really think you are? Genealogy with Cllr Pauline Gibson: November Discovering your family history. This is an interactive online session rd Oh What a Creation Saturday 3 An exciting programme of seminars and November workshops aiming to celebrate the history of African and Caribbean Creativity. There will be workshops on Adinkra painting, revamping your style, dressmaking and beading. Seminars will include: • My Creativity – be inspired by other peoples’ creativity • Starting your own fashion business • Motivate yourself • Fashion show featuring designs from the local community Organised by Azuire Community Enterprises. For more information please contact Ngozi on 0742 936 2645. Free – Open to all th Monday 5 Burundi Burundi is a little known country in east November Africa which has gone through crisis and civil war but in spite of poverty has not lost hope. Nigel Watt, author of:"Burundi, Biography of a small African country" will talk about this beautiful country and its history and about some wonderful Burundians. th Tuesday 6 Tottenham resident Alicia Murray recites November poetry and sings. Bruce Castle Museum 7.30pm Doors open at 7pm for refreshments Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to .8.30 pm Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to 8.00pm St Ann’s Hall & Activity Room 11.00 to 5.00 Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to 8.30 pm Marcus Garvey Library 7.00 to 8.00 pm London – The Modern Babylon Directed by Julien Temple | UK 2012 | Colour, black and white | 128min | 15 Bruce Castle Museum Tuesday 30th October 7.30pm Doors open at 7pm for refreshments . Black History Month Events for families, children and young adults FREE Family Activities at Bruce Castle Museum Every Sunday 2pm to 4pm, and also Half-term holiday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 2pm to 4pm Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No adults admitted without an accompanying child. Playgroups are subject to a small charge and by arrangement only. Phone the museum: 020 8808 8772 Wood Green Central Children’s Library First Floor 10.00 to 11am Marcus Garvey Make an African Mask. Special Messy Morning Black History Month. Craft activity Children’s Library. 10.30am to and sing-along for pre-school children. 11.30am Wood Green Wednesday African and Caribbean stories for under rd Central Children’s 3 October 5’s Library First Floor 11.00 to 11.30am Alexandra Park Thursday Children’s Craft with a BHM theme th Library 4 October 3.15 to 5.00pm drop in Stroud Green & National Poetry Day Harringay Library Celebrate with Us at Stroud Green & 2.15pm Harringay Library by participating as we and repeated at share fun poetry & rhymes from and 4.30pm inspired by the Caribbean Suitable for young adults and children. St Ann’s Children’s Saturday Michaela Ruticci th Library 6 October This wonderful storyteller uses singing, 10.30 to 11.30am drumming and story acting to engage her audience with colourful stories from Africa. An experience worth having. Come along. For children and their families. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. For all ages th Marcus Garvey Book launch: Udo Nwabueze Agomoh Monday 8 introduces her book: Unlost Hope. The two Library October 7.00-8.30 p.m main characters in this novel, Ndidi and Ndubuisi, fall in love from the onset. Their Tuesday Craft session: Safari Animals nd 2 October Tuesday 9th October discovery of their love is in the simplest manner.. Anansi the Spiderman Craft for under 5’s Make an African Mask Celebrate Black History Month by decorating a colourful African mask Make a Marcus Garvey Hat. Special Messy Morning Black History Month. Craft activity and sing-along for pre-school children. Handa’s Surprise’ - storytime with African animal puppets *2:00pm session - Class visit anticipated Wednesday 10th October, Thursday 11th October Friday 12th October Saturday 13th October Alexandra Park Library Reading Group – BHM choice – ‘Pilgrim State’ by Jacqueline Walker Tropical Fruits Collage – Taking inspiration from exotic fruits from Africa & the Caribbean – family craft event Suitable for children and adults. Storytime for the Under 5s Handa’s Surprise and Walking through the Jungle – with puppets! Central Children’s 10.00 to 11.00am Highgate 2.30pm to 3.30pm Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. 10.30am to 11.30am Stroud Green & Harringay Library 2.00pm* and repeated at 4.00pm Alexandra Park Library 3.45pm Stroud Green & Harringay Library 4.00 to 5.30pm Alexandra Park Library 10.30am BHM 2012 A local amateur drama group ‘The Stylistics’ will be performing at the library Coombes Croft 2.00 to 4.00pm Black History Month Chatterbooks club. For 8-12 year olds. Come and join us and make a Black History Month Bookmark. Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. Mask Making An opportunity to make and colour African masks. A fun craft activity for children and their families. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Free – Open to all African Drumming and Dance by Haringey Young Musicians An exciting and vibrant performance by KORI's Youth and Academic group of 1016 year olds who will be sharing their Black History learning through poetry, African Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. 3.00pm to 4.00pm. St Ann’s Children’s Library 10.30 to 11.30am St Ann’s Hall 5.00 to 6.00 Monday 15th October Tuesday 16th October Thursday 18th October Saturday 20th October drumming and their own “I have a dream” speeches. KORI's mission is develop and enhance the potential, skills and talent of children and youth using the arts, sports, academic support, cultural and environmental education and mentoring for the benefit of their families and the wider community. Free – Open to all A reading, drama and music workshop based on stories by local author Michaela Damasus Ritucci, which includes the adventures of a little boy named Chidi. African Animal Face Painting Stroud Green & Harringay Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Alexandra Park Library 3.30 to 5.00pm Highgate 2.30pm to 3.30pm Make an African Safari Animal - Lion Come along and make your own African Safari-inspired crafts Make a Lion Mask. Special Messy Morning Marcus Garvey Children’s Black History Month. Craft activity and Library.10.30am to sing-along for pre-school children.. 11.30am. Wood Green Craft session: Aboriginal Dot Painting Central Children’s Library 10.00 to 11.00am Alexandra Park Children’s Craft with a BHM theme Library 3.15 to 5.00pm drop in Hornsey Library African Art Song Original Gallery Nigerian & African -American 3.00pm Art Songs performed by soprano Lola Oduwole For all ages St Ann’s Face Painting Children’s Library Have your face painted with colourful and 10.30 to 11.30am amazing images of African animals Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Free – Open to all (there will be a limit on numbers based on first come first served). Craft session: Make an African Collage Ages: 5+ 2.00 to 3.00pm Wood Green Central Children’s Library First Floor Monday 22nd October Tuesday 23rd October Monday Messy Craft activity does Carnival - Make your own carnival mask Suitable for children and young adults. * Please note this event replaces the usual 2.00pm - 3.00pm Monday Messy Craft activity Make an African headdress Create a colourful African headdress Stroud Green & Harringay Library 3.30 to 5.30pm Highgate 2.30pm to 3.30pm Marcus Garvey Make an Ananci Spider. Special Messy Morning Black History Month. Craft activity Children’s Library. 10.30am to and sing-along for pre-school children. 11.30am. Coombes Croft Wednesday Special “Handa’s Surprise” story time 10.00 to 10.30 am 24 October with Puppets Suitable for under 5’s Marcus Garvey Wednesday Book Launch: Udo Nwabueze Agomoh th Library introduces her book: Banana Skin-Love 24 7.00-8.30 p.m Magic. Omanma was in love with Emeka. October Suddenly, shewas thrown into Chinedu’s hands by a bananaskin. This was a turning point in the life of Omanma, as things began to take a dramatic and gradual change.. Tie Dye for children using African-inspired Stroud Green & Thursday th Harringay Library fabric paints and dyeing techniques 25 3.30 to 5.30pm Suitable for children and young adults. October Booking Essential - Please phone to Book a Place: 020 8489 8776 St Ann’s Children’s Saturday Dot Painting th Library Come and try your hand at this Aboriginal 27 10.30 to 11.30am art. Using dot painting you can create October amazing designs. An exciting activity for children and their families. Unique and integral to the Australian Aborigines. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Free – Open to all Wood Green Black History Month Festival Hosted by the Central Library Children’s Central Library The Gallery Team To celebrate Black History Month we will be First Floor 1.00 to 5.00pm hosting a festival. It’s a fun filled family orientated festival which was a great success last year. Come along to discover and explore the many different stalls, those Tuesday 23rd October including visual arts, music, literature, food, items for sale, arts & craft stalls and much more. For all ages. For more details contact Joyce or Renee 0208 489 2776 Make a Carnival Head Dress Ages: 5+ Wood Green Central Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Make an African Safari Animal - Elephant Highgate Tuesday th 2.30pm to 3.30pm Come along and make your own African 30 Safari-inspired crafts October Marcus Garvey Make a model Elephant. Special Messy Morning Black History Month. Craft activity Children’s Library 10.30am to and sing-along for pre-school children. 11.30am Stroud Green & Tinga Tinga Tales storytime with African Harringay Library animal puppets 2.00pm and repeated at 4.00pm Craft session: Decorating African Masks Wood Green Central Children’s Ages: 4+ Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Wednesday Children’s Art and craft. Make an African Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. 31st Mask. Children’s half term event. 2.30pm to 3.30pm. Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. October Wood Green Halloween Wordsearch all day. Central Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Coombes Croft The Unlucky Mummy Thursday st 11.30 to 12.00 Based on the legend of a 19th Century 1 noon November British Museum artefact, as the Unlucky Mummy unravels the audience hears of its various colourful owners and the misfortunes that befell them. The story lasts about 30 minutes and involves humour, puppetry and audience interaction. Suitable for 5 + and families. Other special & Half Term children’s Black History Month craft activities at Coombes Croft Visit or contact the library to find out more Monday 29th October Friday 2nd November Meet guest Author John Kirk. Reading from his book ‘The Unlucky Mummy’. Children’s half term event. A humorous, interactive story telling session, based on an ancient museum artefact and its various owners. Children’s Art and Craft: Make an Egyptian Bookmark. Children’s half term event. Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. African–Caribbean Hair Artistry Learn some basic techniques of and the versatility of Afro Hair with Sonia. Demonstration based introduction to braiding and or corn-rowing. All ages welcome Children’s Art and craft. Make a book. Children’s half term event.Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. Making African Animals Enjoy making exotic animals at the library. Making Bats Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. 2.00pm to 2.30pm Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. 2.30pm to 3.00pm Stroud Green & Harringay Library 2.00pm to 3.00 Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. 2.30pm to 3.30pm Muswell Hill Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Wood Green Central Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Michaela Ruticci This wonderful storyteller uses singing, drumming and story acting to engage her audience with colourful stories from Africa. An experience worth having. For children and their families. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. For all ages St Ann’s Children’s Library Saturday 13th October 10.30 to 11.30am African–Caribbean Hair Artistry Learn some basic techniques of and the versatility of Afro Hair with Sonia. Demonstration based introduction to braiding and or corn-rowing. Stroud Green & Harringay Library Thursday 1st November 2.00pm to 3.00 All ages welcome Free Tai Chi taster sessions for unpaid carers in Haringey When: Monday 29th October 5.30pm – 6.30pm Tuesday 30th October 10am – 11am and 1pm -2pm Location: Wood Green Central Library, Gallery room on the 1st floor Cost: Free for unpaid carers supporting someone living in Haringey. Tai Chi is a series of movements performed slowly and gracefully. It is often described as moving yoga. Tai Chi exercises are practised for health and well-being and people of all ages can enjoy the benefits. Benefits of practising Chen-Style Tai Chi: • Clears the mind • Calming • Helps to focus the mind • Gentle natural movements • Improves coordination • Greater flexibility Chen-Style Tai Chi helps with: • Stress • Anxiety • Depression • High blood pressure • Insomnia • Migraines Dress in loose comfortable clothing such as a track suit and flat prim soles or trainers. Go at your own pace and do what feels comfortable and natural. If you have any medical conditions or worries please consult your doctor before undertaking an exercise class. Black History Month Events for schools Tuesday 2nd October Authors are available to talk about their literary journeys and give readings from their newly published books to school classes: Sam Amalemba.to read from his Becoming…! (a childhood in Kenya) Hirit Belai to read from her book Tewodros II of Abyssinia: ‘What was Tewodros II legacy to Ethiopia’? Contact Eleni at Coombes Croft Library for details, 020 8489 8771 Black History Month Craft Events at Hornsey Library: Macaroni Lion African stories with Norman Bailey. Wednesday 3rd October Thursday 4th October Friday 12th October Tuesday 16th October Friday 26th October Story telling and arts and craft with new Children’s Author Noel Gordon. Noel Gordon will read ‘Jake’s Alien Adventures’, which looks at differences, colours, shapes and language. Followed by a space themed art and craft event. Poetry with Abe Gibson. A fun, interactive poetry workshop. Black History Month Craft Events at Hornsey Library Safari Backpack Drumming workshops for under fives with drumfun365. Interactive fun with Michelle Howard. For more information about drumfun365, please go to: www.drumfun365.co.uk Thursday Black History Month Craft Events at th 18 October Hornsey Library Coombes Croft Hornsey Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Muswell Hill Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. 2.00pm to 3.00pm. Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. 11am to 12 noon. Hornsey Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. From 2pm. Hornsey Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Alexandra Park Author Talk Library Children’s author Ellie Daines will be visiting 1.30pm the library to talk about her book ‘Lolly Luck’. Muswell Hill Making an African Head Dress. Children’s Library 2.00 to 3.00pm Marcus Garvey Meet guest Author Ellie Danes. Ellie Danes will talk about her Children’s book Children’s Library. ‘Lolly Luck’. 11am to 12 ‘Lolly Luck’ can be purchased for £5 on the noon. day. Alexandra Park Dig My Archives! Sarah Garrod of the George Padmore Institute Library will be talking about the immeasurable value of 1.30pm archives in the understanding of black history. Hornsey Black History Month Craft Events at Children’s Hornsey Library Library Safari Collage 2.00 to 3.00pm Marcus Garvey Drumming workshops for under fives with Children’s drumfun365. Library. Interactive fun with Michelle Howard. From 2pm. For more information about drumfun365, please go to: www.drumfun365.co.uk Bendable Monkey Friday 19th October Monday 22nd October Friday 26th October Drumming workshops for under fives with drumfun365. Interactive fun with Michelle Howard. Marcus Garvey Children’s Library. From 2pm. Friday 26th October. Representatives’ Surgeries Please note that this section only lists surgeries held in Haringey Libraries Alexandra Ward Alexandra Park Library Cllr Nigel Scott Saturday 6th October 10.00 to 11.00am Cllr David Beacham Saturday 20th October 10.00 to 11.00am Cllr Juliet Solomon Thursday 18th October 10.00 to 11.30am Bruce Grove Cllr Stuart McNamara Saturday 6th October 10.30 to 12.00noon Ward Cllr Joseph Ejiofor Marcus Garvey Library Saturday 20th October 10.00 to 11.15am Cllr Dilek Dogus Friday 26th October 5.30pm to 6.30pm Crouch End Cllr David Winskill Saturday 6th October 11.00am to 12.00noon Ward Hornsey Library Cllr Lyn Weber Wednesday 10th October 6.00pm to 7.00pm Muswell Hill Cllr Jonathan Bloch (Tel: 07785 550043) Ward Cllr Gail Engert (Tel: 020 8489 4005) Muswell Hill Cllr Jim Jenks (Tel: 020 8347 7083) Library Saturday 27th October 10.00 to 11.00am Surgeries will be rotated between Councillors Please call 24 hours before to make an appointment Noel Park Ward Cllr James Stewart Wood Green Saturday 6th October 10.30 to 11.30am Library Cllr Alan Strickland Saturday 13th October 10.30 to 11.30am Cllr Pauline Gibson Saturday 20th October 12.00 to 1.00pm Northumberland Cllr Kaushika Amin Saturday 6th October 10.00 to 11.00am Park Ward Saturday 27th October 10.00 to 11.00am Coombes Croft Cllr Sheila Peacock Library Saturday 13th October 10.00 to 11.00am Saturday 20th October 10.00 to 11.00am Representatives’ Surgeries Please note that this section only lists surgeries held in Haringey Libraries St Ann’s Ward St Ann’s Library Tottenham Green Ward Marcus Garvey Library Tottenham Hale Ward Marcus Garvey Library Councillor David Browne Saturday 6th October 11.00 to 12.00pm Councillor Nilgun Canver Saturday 13th October 11.00 to 12.00pm Councillor Zena Brabazon Saturday 20th October 11.00 to 12.00pm Councillor David Browne Saturday 27th October 11.00 to 12.00pm Cllr Bernice Vanier Saturday 13th October 10.30am to 12.00pm Cllr Richard Watson Saturday 27th October 11.00 to 12.30pm Cllr Reg Rice Saturday 6th October 10.30am to 12.00pm Cllr Alan Stanton Saturday 13th October 10.30am to 12.00pm Cllr Lorna Reith Saturday 27th October 11.00am to 12.30pm Members of Parliament Hornsey and Wood Green Lynne Featherstone MP Lynne holds regular surgeries around the constituency. If you would like to book an appointment please phone 020 8340 5459 Tottenham David Lammy MP Surgeries are by appointment only; please phone 020 7219 0767 to make an appointment, between 10am -1pm Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Alexandra Park Library Alexandra Park Road, London, N22 7UJ Tel: 020 8489 8770 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9 to 7, Sat 9 to 5 and Sun 12 to 4 Special event Ways into Writing Friendly writing group with experienced tutor Allen Ashley. Every Wednesday, 5.30 to 6.30pm. Over the course of the term, you will cover fiction, poetry and non-fiction. Get practical tips of improving your writing and submitting your work for publication. To register, please contact [email protected]. Tagore Centre at Alexandra Park Library: The Life of Rabindranath Tagore Lunchtime talk and documentary film on Tagore, directed by Mujibar Rahaman. There will also be a tour around the Centre, which is unique to the UK. Open to all. Thursday 4th October 12.30pm Exhibition Paintings by Harriet Connides Harriet is a North London based painter and jewellery maker. Her past exhibitions include venues such as Canterbury Cathedral, The Former Friends Room at the Victoria & Albert Museum, The Phoenix Cinema, East Finchley, and Burgh House, Hampstead. Inspirations include ghost stories, fairy lore, and old wives tales! 1st October to end November. Children’s ‘Movers and Shakers’ A half hour session incorporating songs, rhymes and baby Events signing, instruments, bubbles and parachutes! Tuesday 10.30 to 11.00am for 12 months and under, Friday 10.00 to 10.30am for mixed ages. Please call 0203 0838887 to book, or online at www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers. Under 5s Singing Session – Traditional Nursery Rhymes and Songs for Children and Carers Mondays 10.30 to 11.00am. This event is free Stay and Play Bring your children for a play session. Wednesdays 10.30 to11.00am Children’s Craft Every Thursday from 3.15 to 4.30pm Adult events Pins and Needles A drop in knitting, sewing and stitching group in the library. Bring your own work Every Saturday, 2.30 to 4.00pm Senior Citizen’s Coffee Morning Every Thursday, 10.30 to 12.00 Alexandra Park Library Community Choir Rehearsals every Wednesday evening in the library, from 7.00 to 9.00pm. New members always welcome. Please call the library for more details. Senior Citizen’s Coffee Morning Every Thursday, 10.30 to 12.00pm First Byte Basic computer skills classes. Please call the library to book your place. Every Tuesday 4.00 to 5.00pm. Book Club ‘Pilgrim State’ by Jacqueline Walker Wednesday 10th October, 3.45pm Safer Neighbourhoods Public Meeting To confirm date, contact Alexandra Team 0208 721 2675 KNIT AND CROCHET AT HARINGEY LIBRARIES Alexandra Park: Pins and Needles A drop in knitting, sewing and stitching group in the library. Bring your own work. Every Saturday, 2.30 to 4.00pm Coombes Croft: Knitting, Crochet, Tapestry Workshop Do knitting patterns leave you confused? Would you like to create your own tapestry artwork or try embroidery? Every Monday 1.00pm to 3.00pm Hornsey: The Knit Café Bring your knitting to the IFLibrary Café Every Saturday 11.00am to 1.00pm Knit and chat over coffee and cake. Stroud Green and Harringay: Crafty Crochet Corner on the last Thursday of every month. Learn how to crochet for free! Come along and learn a stitch or two with Sonia. 1.00 to 3.00pm Thursday 25th October 2012 All ages welcome St Ann’s Library Knitting for All We provide wool and knitting needles for beginners. Children are welcome. Please call the library for details Every Saturday 3.30 to 4.45pm Coombes Croft Library Tottenham High Road, London, N17 8AG Tel: 020 8489 8771 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5 A Community Day to launch a month of festivities in celebration of BHM 2012 Saturday 6th October Coombes Croft library in association with Kete’network & Instrumental Health Story telling workshop with drums (Community volunteers & staff training) 10.00 to 12.00noon ‘Our heritage is rich!!! Come be instructed in the art of African-Caribbean Oral Tradition which includes storytelling drumming and song’. -Instrumental Health Arts and Crafts -Make a African Head dress to wear 1.30 to 2.30pm ‘Come and share good vibes with family and friends amongst the community’- Kete’network 5. 30 to 8.30pm Adult events Health Talks Lets talk about diabetes and food Tuesdays 10.00 to 12.00noon Embrace Uk’s Senior Citizens Health Forum Wednesday 3rd October 12.30 to 1.30pm Medical herbalist Marion Makonnen Health related matters-Stress the silent killer Thursday 4th October 2.00 to 3.00pm Stroke Awareness with Val Shilling Friday 5th October 12.30 to 1.30pm Literary Talks Join James Massam and friends for an evening of poetry Wednesday 10th October 6.00 to 8.00 Hirit Belai will be joining the Thursday literary and writers group to talk about her newly published children’s book Tewodros II of Abyssinia Thursday 11th October 2.00 to 4.00 Poetry performance with Jacqueline La Touche who will be reading from her newly published book -Soul Searching from the heart Thursday 18th October 6.00 to 8.00 A local amateur drama group ‘The Stylistics’ will be performing at the library Saturday 13th October 2.00 to 4.00 School Visits Get On line week 15th to 21st October New! Authors are available to talk about their literary journeys and give readings from their newly published books to school classes: Sam Amalemba.to read from his Becoming…! (a childhood in Kenya); Hirit Belai to read from her book Tewodros II of Abyssinia Get On line week 15th to 21st October Come and explore how easy and fun computers are! Meet other learners! Staff and community volunteers will be on hand to guide you. Monday to Saturday throughout the week 10.00 to 11.00pm Web development with Arsham Shivani Tuesdays 11.30 to 1.00 FAQ on IT with Arsham Shivani -How to connect devices to your computer; social media; How to work on clouds; Linux; Skype; Wednesdays 3.30 to 4.30 Web development with Arsham Shivani Tuesdays 11.30 to 1.00 Holistic Coaching Practitioner Workshop with Lyndon Walters Wednesday 3rd October 6.00 to 8.00 A 6 week Pattern Cutting course with local fashion designer Jose Hendo. Booking is essential Tuesdays 1.30 to 3.00pm Thursday Afternoons at the library A series of afternoon talks, Thursdays 2.00 to 3.30pm The Coombes Croft Gardening Club Interested in gardening? Please come along to our sessions Mondays 11.30 to1.00pm Beginners Spanish for Adults Every Monday 5.00pm to 6.30pm The Friday computer club - Basic ICT skills Every Friday 11.00 to 12.30pm The Computer Club Learn basic IT skills using my guide online course. Every Tuesday and Thursday 11.00am to 1.00pm Embrace UK-Physical Exercises A programme of one hour weekly Exercises for the 50+ Every Wednesday and Friday 11.30am to 12.30pm Embrace UK-Physical Exercises A one hour Exercise session open to all Every Friday 10.00 to 11.00am The Art Group Let’s explore Africa Art Every Wednesday 12.30pm to 1.30pm Special & Half Term Children’s Events Children’s events Knitting, Crochet, Tapestry Workshop Do knitting patterns leave you confused? Would you like to create your own tapestry artwork or try embroidery? Every Monday 1.00pm to 3.00pm IAPT weekly counselling sessions Every Monday, 9.00am to 1.00am By appointment The Book Club The group meet on the third Thursday of the month, 6.00pm to 8.00pm. Phone the library for further details. Literacy and ESOL Support - For beginners Join a small group for conversation and a study of English, grammar, vocabulary etc. Every Tuesday 9.30am to 11.00am Every Thursday 9.30am to 11.00am and 11.00am to 12.30am ESOL Support Learning English? Join a small group for conversation and a study of English, grammar, vocabulary etc. Every Wednesday, 9.30am to 11.00am The Iranian Community Support Club is run by the Iranian Welfare Association offering a variety of activities. As well as the opportunity to network and meet new friends. Every Friday 1.30pm to 5.30pm Black History Month craft activities Visit or contact the library to find out more The Unlucky Mummy Based on the legend of a 19th Century British Museum artefact, as the Unlucky Mummy unravels the audience hears of its various colourful owners and the misfortunes that befell them. The story lasts about 30 minutes and involves humour, puppetry and audience interaction. Suitable for 5 + and families. Thursday 1st November 11.30 to 12 noon Special “Handa’s Surprise” story time with Puppets Suitable for under 5’s Wednesday 24 October 10.00 to 10.30 am The Saturday Club A variety of Art and Crafts for families. 2.00pm to 3.00 pm Family Activity: Sing and Play Every Monday 10.00am to 11.00am Family Activity: Story time and Songs Every Wednesday 10.00am to 10.30am Family Activity: Messy morning and Sing Along Every Friday 10.00am to 11.00am Highgate Library 1 Shepherds Hill, London, N6 5QJ Tel: 020 8489 8772 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 Sat 9-5 Adult Activities Libraries for Health Woodland Garden Events Children’s Activities Open Book : Highgate Library Reading Group – Black History Month Choice Last Monday of the month at 6.00pm – new members welcome. Next meeting: Monday 29th October, discussing The Memory of Love by Aminatta Forna First Byte Computer Sessions for Adults Get Online with Go On! Booking essential as places are limited – call 020 8489 8772 Dates of sessions to be confirmed. Meditation classes – How to Solve our Human Problems and Creating Positive Relationships Monday 1st, 8th and 29th October 11.30am to 12.15pm. No need to book in advance, just register when you arrive. For more info. contact Heruka Centre: 020 8455 7563 [email protected]| www.meditateinlondon.com IAPT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Anxious, depressed or feeling low? Book an appointment on: 0208 275 4032 or contact [email protected] Gardening Group Come along and give a hand in making the library garden flourish! The group meets at 10.00am on the third Saturday of the month – Saturday 20th October. Kumon Maths & English Contact Manju 020 8202 7088 Mondays 3.45pm to 5.45pm Wednesdays 3.45pm to 5.45pm French For Children Saturdays 10.00am to 10.30am Contact Kate on 079123 07928 Sing & Play Every Wednesday from 11.00am to 12.00noon Make an African Mask Celebrate Black History Month by making a colourful African mask Tuesday 9th October 2.30pm to 3.30pm. For ages 2+ Make an African Safari Animal - Lion Come along and make your own African safari-inspired crafts Tuesday 16th October 2.30pm to 3.30pm. For ages 2+ Make an African Headdress Create a colourful African headdress Tuesday 23rd October 2.30pm to 3.30pm. For ages 2+ Make an African Safari Animal – Elephant Come along and make your own African safari-inspired crafts Tuesday 30th October 2.30pm to 3.30pm. For ages 2+ Family Drop in – Activity time for Children Craft activities for children. Parents are welcome to join in. Every Friday from 2.30pm to 4.30pm Movers and Shakers Music and movement for 0 to 3’s. Every Monday at 10.30am – for toddlers Every Thursday at 11.45am - for babies Booking is essential. To book a space please visit our website www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers Or email [email protected] Or phone : 020 3083 8887 Film Show: The Story of Lovers Rock Directed by acclaimed film maker Menelik Shabazz. Hornsey Library Thursday 4th October 7.00pm Marcus Garvey Library Thursday 9th October 7.30pm (Followed by a Q&A session with the director.) A love letter to a style of music that should educate, entertain and even inspire. Lovers Rock, often dubbed 'romantic reggae' is a uniquely black British sound that developed in the late 70s and 80s against a backdrop of riots, racial tension and sound systems. Lovers Rock served both as a tool of empowerment for its fans – a group made up of mostly young black men and women, first generation Brits, the children of immigrants primarily from countries of the Caribbean, searching for identity and a style they could claim as their own; it also provided healing for that same generation, in a time when the country was facing extreme racial polarity, and blacks especially were victims of institutionally-sanctioned prejudice and acts of violence by white racists. Hornsey Library Haringey Park, London, N8 9JA Tel: 0208 489 1118 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9 to 7, Sat 9 to 5 & Sun 12 to 4 Exhibitions BLACK HISTORY MONTH Children’s Activities Original Gallery: Please visit www.haringey.gov.uk/theoriginalgallery for information See separate listing for our special adult and children’s events for Black History Month Under 5’s story time Every Monday 10.30am to 11.00am Rhyme Time (term time only) Every Tuesday 11.00 to 11.30am Thursday Drop In term time only 9.30 to 11.30am, singing starts at 10.30am For further Movers and Shakers Music and movement for 0 to 3’s information Every Wednesday 10.00am Toddlers; 11.00am Babies about any of To book a place please visit our www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers, children’s email: [email protected] events or telephone: 0203 083 8887. please call Dad’s Drop In 0208 489 Storytime for Dads and children 1428. Saturday 6thOctober 11.00am to 11.30am Chatterbooks Reading Group Are you aged 9 and above? Do you love reading? Do you want to talk about the books you have read? Then come along on 6th and 20th October from 2.00pm to 3.00pm. Adult Haringey Phoenix Group's Open Book Group for people with a Activities visual impairment. Monday 1st October at 11.00am. Call Neil Harvey on 0208 489 1425 for dates and details Make Friends With A Book A different kind of book group, where we read, talk and share together. No need to read in advance. Join in as you wish. Every Monday 2.00 to 4.00pm. Please email [email protected] for details Pilates Class Suitable for all abilities, beginners welcome Every Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00 am £7 per session. Call Louise Wallis 07970 577 750 for details, www.propilates.com Information and Advice Crouch End Poetry Group Tuesdays 10.30am to 12.30pm For date call Catharine Scholnick 07805977853 First Byte Computer Sessions for complete beginners Every Wednesday and Thursday 10.00am to 12.00 noon. Call Essy or Susan on 0208 489 1413 /1429 for bookings Song Making Workshop with Carl Hodson Every Wednesday 11.30am to 12.45pm Email [email protected] for details. Word for Word Creative Writing Workshop Wednesday 1.00pm to 3.00pm Contact: Brian, [email protected] Philosophy Learning Circle Every Thursday 11.00am to 12noon Email [email protected] Senior Citizens’ Drop In Friday 12th October 10.00am to 12.30pm Call Neil Harvey on 0208 489 1425 to confirm times and details. The Knit Café Every Saturday 11.00am to 1.00pm Knit and chat over coffee and cake. Hornsey Reading Group October title: Angela Carter ‘Nights at the Circus’ First Saturday of the month 3.00pm New members welcome. Please telephone 0208 489 1429 for details. Stroke Awareness Drop In Stroke information/prevention advice Second Monday of every month 11.00am to 2.00pm NEW Cancer Support Group Meets every third Monday of the month 5.00 to 6.45pm Confidential phone line 07833496751 Environmental Advice Drop-in Energy saving information and advice sessions. Monday 1st October 2.00pm Please ring Daniel 07557 491 850 for further information. Family Inclusion Drop In Family support for drugs/alcohol issues First Tuesday of every month 1.00 to 3.00pm BUBIC Drug awareness Drop In First Tuesday of every month 2.00 to 4.00pm Haringey Phoenix Group Drop In: Advice and information for people with a visual impairment. First and third Wednesdays of the month 3.00pm to 5.00pm. Haringey Advisory Group on Alcohol Drop-in First Friday of every month 1.30 to 4.00pm Marcus Garvey Library 1 Philip Lane, London, N15 4JA Tel: 020 8489 5309 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7, Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 12 - 4 Children’s Story Time and Sing-Along for Toddlers. Activities. Every Monday 10.30am to 11.30am. Adult Activities. Messy Morning. Craft activity and sing-along for pre-school children. Every Tuesday, from 10.30am to 11.30am. Come & Play for Pre-School Children. Dressing Up and Toys for children Every Wednesday & Thursday from 10.00am to 12.00 noon Stay and Play Sing-along & play for Pre-school Children. Every Friday from 10.30am to 11.30noon. Children’s Traditional Board Games. Available on request. Family Story-Time. Every Saturday from 11.00am to 11.30am Chatterbooks Book Club for 8 –12 years of age. Saturday 13th October 2012. From 3.00pm to 4.00pm. Come and join us for an interactive session where you can get creative making up your own stories, discovering new words and genres in a hands on, jam-packed fun session. Teenage Reading Group. Saturday 20th October 2012. From 2.30pm to 3.30pm. For further details, please contact Damla, the Children’s Librarian on 020 8489 5360. PHASCA’S Saturday Homework Club. English, Maths, Science and French Tutors for pupils aged 8 to 18. For ages 8 -12 years: 10.00am – 12.00 noon. For ages 13 – 18 years: 12.30pm – 2.30pm. Term Time Only. Please note that there is a fee per person. For more information please telephone: 020 880 0227 or email: [email protected]. National Careers Service. Help with careers advice, job search, CV’s, information on courses and training, advice on voluntary work and interview techniques. Every Monday & Tuesday from 10.00am to 4.30pm. Call Prithee Panchoory on 0208 216 9942 to book an appointment or drop in. Veolia Environmental Services. Free advice on Local Recycling Services. Drop in on the first Tuesday of every month between 1.00pm to 4.00pm. Go On Line Computer Sessions for Adults. Computer Sessions for complete beginners. ƒ Tuesdays 11.00am to 1.00pm ƒ Fridays 11.00am to 1.00pm To book, contact 0208 489 5350. One Minute HIV Testing Service. Every Tuesday between 4.00pm and 6.30pm. Free, Fast and Confidential. Drop in for a rapid HIV test as well as advice and information on safer sex. No appointment needed. “Know your status and keep safe!” Senior Citizens’ Drop In. Tuesday 9th and 23rd October 2012 at 11.00am to 12.30 pm. Contact Neil on 07813976429. Marcus Garvey Library Book Group. Thursday 18th October 2012 from 7pm. Contact Neil on 07813976429. Sankofa (African Caribbean) Reading Group. Friday 26th October. From 6pm to 8pm Reading “The Blacker the Berry” by Wallace Thurman. To join contact Doris 0208 489 2780 IAPT - NHS Support Service. Mondays 12.00noon to 5.00pm, Thurs & Fri 9.00am to 5.00pm. Last Thursday of the month 9.00am to 11.00am & 1.00pm to 5.00pm. To book call 0208 442 6888 or email: [email protected] NHS Haringey Support Service. Outreach for Cancer Awareness and Cancer Screening Information on Breast, Cervical and Bowel Cancer Every Tuesday 10.30am to 3.30pm U3A Poetry Group Poetry Reading Group exploring English and the Caribbean Poetry Wednesday 17TH October 2012. From 2.00pm to 3.00pm Tottenham Green Safer Neighbourhood Drop-In Surgery. An indoor one-to-one consultation session at Marcus Garvey Library on Wednesday 24th October 2012. From 1.00pm to 2.00pm. The Reading Garden. Pop in on Fridays between 10.00am to 12.00pm for a cup of tea and a chat, and a whole lot of fun in the Reading Garden. Muswell Hill Library 1 Queen’s Avenue, London, N10 3PE Tel: 020 8489 8773 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5 Adult Activities Mapping Muswell – An N10 Paper Project Local artist Anya Beaumont has been working on her sculptural relief over the past year, composed using paper collected from across the community. Come to Muswell Hill Library to view the finished product. Official opening: Tuesday 9th October 5.00 to 7.00pm Talks by the artist: Tuesday 16th October 10.30am and Wednesday 24th October 4.30pm NEW! Community Tales Tell your story – listen to others – let’s begin to make an archive of what Muswell Hill people remember. New fortnightly group organised by the Friends of Muswell Hill Library. Register at [email protected] or just come along – it’s free. Thursdays 4th and 18th October 1.30 to 2.30pm Safer Neighbourhoods Public meeting Dates to be confirmed- please call us. Muswell Hill Team 020 8721 2766 Please contact directly for more details Fortis Green Team 020 8721 2506 Please contact directly for more details Confidential Counselling & Psychosexual Therapy Every Friday 2.00pm to 5.00pm Contact 07817 375031 to book in advance Go-On Computer Sessions for Adults. Learn the internet basics, including surfing the web, shopping on-line and e-mails. Booking essential, as places are limited. Monday 2.00 to 3.00pm or Wednesday 10.00 to 11.00am Muswell Hill Library Book Club Friday 19th October 12.20 to 1.20pm when we will be discussing The Color Purple by Alice Walker Contact staff if you would like to join. Put your name on the mailing list and reserve the book – it’s that easy! Muswell Hill Library Reading Group Monday 29th October 6.15 to 7.30pm. Will be discussing If He Hollers Let Him Go by Chester Himes. Contact staff if you would like to join. Put your name on the mailing list and reserve the book – it’s that easy! Regular Children’s Activities Join the Friends of Muswell Hill Library Pop into the library to register and receive regular updates from the Friends Group. Or visit the website at www.fomhl.co.uk Movers & Shakers Music and movement for the 0-3’s, including songs, rhymes and bubbles. Every Tuesday from 10am. Fee applicable and booking essential. www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers Email: [email protected] (include the venue, time, your child's full name and your mobile number) Telephone: 020 3083 8887. Messy Morning (term time only) Come to the library and make a messy craft using different materials each week. Every Wednesday 10.00am to 12.00noon African Mask Making Join the library and make an African mask with exciting craft materials. Wednesday 31st October 10.00am to 12noon Stay and Play New Toys At Muswell Hill Fridays 2.00 to 4.00pm come to the library and view all the toys available for borrowing. Chatterbooks Reading Group Do you love reading, are you aged 9 years or over… then join Chatterbooks, talk about the books you love, meet new friends and explore new authors at Muswell Hill Library. Fortnightly Tuesday 4.00pm to 5.00pm please contact staff directly for exact dates 0208 489 8774 Muswell Hill Toy Library Queen’s Avenue, London, N10 3PE 0208 Opening Times: Mon 2.00-3.30pm, Thurs & Fri 9.30am 12 noon Toy Library Events Stories and Music with Liz: Mondays 2.30 to 3.00pm Stories and Music with Liz: Thursdays 11.00 to 11.30am St Ann’s Library Cissbury Road, London, N15 5PU Tel: 020 8489 8775 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 and Sat 9-5 New Courses Children’s Activities HALS courses are restarting in September at St Ann’s Library with Presentation Software – Level 1. Introduction to Drawing Techniques will begin in October. Please contact 020 8489 2500 for more information. For telephone enrolment call 020 8489 2596. Toys at St Ann’s Library We now have toys that you can borrow and take home or use in the library to play. Ask a member of staff for more details. Junior Homework Club -New One-to-one after school help. For more information please ask a member of staff. Tuesdays & Thursdays 4.00 to 5.00pm Stay and Play Under Fives Drop In [Term Time] Story time, singing and rhyme for children and their carers. Children have fun while are introduced to books and reading. Wednesdays 10.00 to 10.30am Messy Mornings for Children and their Families Come and join us in exciting craft activities. We explore different techniques and materials to make fun-things. We use hand and sponge painting, collage and play dough. Lots of fun for all the family. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Every Saturday 10.30 to 11.30am Kumon Maths and English Tuition The Kumon Method allows your child to become a confident and independent learner. For more information please contact Mr Shah on 020 8362 0960. Monday and Wednesday 3.30 to 6.00pm Wii Fridays for Children and Young People Hang out at St Ann's library and play the Wii. Have fun while strength, balance and hand and eye co-ordination. Children under eight must be accompanied by an adult. Every Friday 5.00 to 6.30pm Adult Activities St Ann’s Book Club The Book Club will resume on Monday 22nd of October, 6.30pm with “Small Island” by Andrea Levy. Multiple copies are available. Please ask a member of staff. Coffee Morning Pop-in to the library to meet people, have a chat and a coffee. Every Thursday 10.30am to 12.00noon Line Dancing for All This is a fun activity and great for keeping fit. It is organised by the Older and Bolder Group Every Tuesday 2.00 to 4.00pm Tiverton Cypriot Elderly & Disabled Group Every Wednesday from 10.00am to 2.00pm First Byte Computer Sessions for Adults Short courses run on a monthly basis. Ask a member of staff for details. Tuesdays 1.00 to 3.00pm Introduction to Word Processing for Adults - New This is a short introduction to basic Word Processing. Aimed at adults who have attended the First Byte and wish to improve their typing and word processing skills. You will be shown how to create a new document, save and print. You will also have the opportunity to practice typing. Please ask a member of staff for details. Thursdays 2.00 to 3.00pm Venture Club for the Blind and Partially-sighted If you are visually impaired and live in Haringey, come along to join our club. The Venture Club is a social club that organises activities, parties, games, raffles and excursions. Transport to and from your home can be provided if necessary. Membership is £5 per annum. For more information please contact Michael on 0208 801 0924 Every Friday from 12.30 to 3.00pm St Ann’s Community Garden Project Do you like gardening? Come and join the St Ann’s Library Community Garden Project. Meet other garden enthusiasts and share your gardening skills with other residents. It’s fun and keeps you fit. Just drop-in at 12.00noon on a Wednesday. We provide tools and gardening gloves. Age Concern Keep Fit Classes Every Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00am and Thursday 10.00 to 12.00noon Knitting for All We provide wool and knitting needles for beginners. Children are welcome. Please call the library for details Every Saturday 3.30 to 4.45pm Stroud Green and Harringay Library Quernmore Road, London, N4 4QR Tel: 020 8489 8776 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5 Working Mens Clubs Special A talk by Ruth Cherrington, who is a historian specialising in the Events for Adults history of working mens clubs & author of Not just Beer and Bingo! A Social History of Working Men’s Clubs. http://www.clubhistorians.co.uk/notjustbeer/ 3:00pm Saturday 13th October 2012 A Friends of Stroud Green & Harringay Library event BLACK Knowing Thru’ Growing craft activity HISTORY Suitable for Juniors & Young Adults 4.00pm to 5.30 pm Monday 1st October 2012 MONTH National Poetry Day Special Poetry & rhymes from and inspired by the Caribbean Events Thursday 4th October 2012 for Children Learn some basic techniques of African–Caribbean Hair & Artistry and the versatility of Afro Hair with Sonia. Families Demonstration based introduction to braiding and or corn-rowing. All ages welcome Thursday 1st November 2012 2.00pm to 3.00pm Special Handa’s Surprise’ storytime with African animal puppets Tuesday 9th October 2:00pm* and repeated at 4:00pm Events *2:00pm -Class visit anticipated for Children Tropical Fruits Collage – Taking inspiration from exotic fruits from Africa & the Caribbean – family craft event Thursday 11th October 4:00pm to 5:30pm A reading, drama and music workshop based on stories by local author Michaela Damasus Ritucci, which includes the adventures of a little boy named Chidi. Saturday 13th October 2012 2:00 to 3:00pm Monday Messy Craft activity does Carnival - Make your own carnival mask. Monday 22nd October 2012 3:30 to 5:30 Tie Dye for children & families using African-inspired fabric paints and dyeing techniques Booking Essential - Please phone to Book a Place 020 8489 8776 Thursday 25th October 2012 3:30 to 5:30pm Monday Messy Craft activity gets scary! Haloween Mask making Monday 29th October 2012 2:30 to 4:30pm Regular Children’s activities and events Please note events are term time only unless otherwise stated. Adult Events Tinga Tinga Tales storytime with African animal puppets Tuesday 30th October 2012 2.00pm and repeated at 4:00pm Monday Messy afternoon craft activity [Term Time only] Come to the library for a messy craft activity using different materials each week 2.00 to 3.00pm – please check times in special events listings above. Wednesday Drop-in and Rhyme Time - Stay and Play 10.00am to 11.30am with Rhyme time singing session at 10.45am. [Term Time only] - Toys and songs for all to enjoy. Please Note: No Session 31st October: Half-Term Thursday Story time -Telling Tales - 2.30 to 3.00pm Story time Session for Children with our Volunteer Friday Movers and Shakers 10.45 to 11.15am A half hour session incorporating songs, rhymes and baby signing, instruments, bubbles and parachutes! Please note Fees apply. For details & booking enquiries: Telephone: 020 3083 8887. Online: www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers Email: [email protected] (include the venue, time, your child's full name and your mobile number) Friday afternoon Rhyme time singing session 2.30 to 3.00pm [Term Time only] Spanish session for children with Magnolia: Saturday 27th October 2012 2.00 to 3.00pm Go On: Computer Courses for Adults: Computer and internet course using www.go-on.co.uk a great online tool for learning vital computer skills. Every Monday and Thursday from 10.00 to 12.00pm. Please phone to book a place. Knowing Thru Growing Gardening Group The KTG Gardening group meet on Tuesdays at Stroud Green Library from around 11.00am to 1.00pm. For more information look at [email protected] Crafty Crochet Corner on the last Thursday of every month. Learn how to crochet for free! Come along and learn a stitch or two with Sonia. 1.00 to 3.00pm Thursday 25th October 2012 All ages welcome Join the Friends of Stroud Green Library Yahoo Group http://groups.yahoo.com/group/friendsofstroudgreenlibrary You can do this at home or at the library. Stroud Green Residents Association Surgery (SGRA) Held on the last Thursday of every month. Drop in for advice, community information etc. Contact Kit Greveson for details. Email [email protected] 6.30pm Thursday 25th October 2012 Wood Green Library High Road, London, N22 6XD Tel: 020 8489 2700 Opening Times: Mon to Fri 8.45-7, Sat 9-5 & Sun 12-4.00 Special Events Business Events Carers’ Hub Clubs and Courses Arc Publications: Pairing Poetry A poetry reading with Katherine Gallagher (Australia) and Bejan Matur (Turkey) This pairing of two spirited poets will make for an evening of sensuality and heat, a shimmering intensity of wordplay, mythologies and idiosyncratic humour. There will be an informal Q&A after the reading. Thursday 25th October, 6.30pm in The Business Lounge Exhibition: Photographs by Sango Nghembe London things, places and people. Gallery, throughout October Business Advice & Seminars by Appointment Only Gain practical and confidential one-to-one business advice Every Tuesday 10.00 to 2.00pm to book - call 020 8489 2780 6 Degrees Club – Business Forum For business entrepreneurs to meet other like minded business oriented individuals, exchange ideas & networking 4th Wednesday of each month 24th October 5.00 to 7.00pm Are you Thinking of Starting A Business? Monday 8th October 11am to 1.00pm Do you have what it takes to set up a new business or become self employed? Find out what the day to day realities are and what skills and qualities you will need. Book on 0208489 2780 £15 or £10 for Business Lounge members Women Mean Business - WOMEN ONLY seminar Wednesday 17th October 11am to 1pm Do you have what it takes to set up a new business or become self employed? Find out what the day to day realities are and what skills and qualities you will need in this. Book on 0208489 2780 £15 or £10 for Business Lounge members Haringey Carers’ Hub Drop-in for Unpaid Haringey Carers’ for the use of computers & or for Information & Advice. For Appt/drop-in times contact: Mental Health Carers’ Support Assistants – 0208 275 4632 BME Carers’ Support Service – 0208 808 5510 Asian Carers’ Support Group – 0208 365 7708 Alzheimer’s Society Haringey – 0208 937 7171 Wood Green Reading Group Please contact 020 8489 2780 Health and Wellbeing Theatre for Mankind Regular monthly workshop in creative writing and performance Examines and discusses all aspects of contemporary theatre 3rd Monday of the month 22nd October 3.30 to 7.00pm For details contact: 0208 444 5081 Turkish Literary Group Monday 15th October 12pm to 2pm in the Community Room Get Online – Basic Computer Session for Beginners Mondays & Thursdays 9am to 11am: to book call 0208 489 2780 HU3A – Haringey University of 3rd Age *BHM special* First Wednesday of the month, 3rd October 1.00pm to 3.00pm in the Gallery Bengali Writers’ Group First Friday of every month, 5th October 4.00pm to 6.30pm Older People’s Drop In Friday 26th October 1.30pm to 3.30pm Urdu Poetry Group First Saturday of the month 6th October 1.00pm to 5.00pm Retired Nurses Meetings Monday 1st October 1.00pm to 4.00pm Environmental Advice Drop-in Energy saving information and advice sessions Monday 1st October 10.30am to 12.30pm Contact Daniel on 07557 491 850 for more information Haringey Advisory Group on Alcohol Information Drop In Worried about your own or someone else’s drug and /or alcohol use? Don’t worry! Come and speak to a local drug or alcohol professional or volunteer about alcohol, drugs treatment and recovery. First Monday of each month 1st October 1.30pm to 4.30pm Haringey Phoenix Group (Sight awareness) Advice and information for blind and partially sighted adults Fortnightly on Mondays 2.00pm to 5.00pm New! Haringey Timebank Information Stall Wednesday 17th October 10.00am to 12.00pm Hatha Yoga Class Every Monday 1.00 to 2.00pm: £7.50 per lesson or £24 for 4 Contact Marie Flore on 020 8341 0414 all levels welcomed Different Strokes Every Wednesday 11.15am to 12.15pm Fitness for life Class Every Monday 10.30 to 11.30am & Wednesday 10am to 11am For details contact Kiki on 07903 582 883 - £3 per class IAPT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Every Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 1.00pm to 5.00pm To book call 0208 442 6888 or visit: [email protected] Mind In Haringey Information Stall Monday 1st October from 10.00am to 12noon Adoption and Fostering Information Session Find out everything you need to know about: Adoption Wednesday 17th October 6.00pm to 8.00pm Fostering Thursday 18th October 6.00pm to 8.00pm Info visit:[email protected] or call 0208 489 4610 Nicherin Daishonin Buddhism Dialogue You are warmly invited to a Dialogue meeting based on Nicherin Daishonin Buddhism. Meetings held in the Health Suite. Tuesday 9th and 30th October, 11.00am to 12.00pm Macmillan Cancer Support Information Drop In 1st Wed of each month, 3rd October 1.00pm to 3.00pm Quit Smoking Drop In Wednesdays 12.00 to 3.00pm 0208 370 1022/08006528405 Stroke Information Drop In Information on prevention, management, & rehabilitation 1st Wednesday of each month 3rd October 11.00 to 1.00pm Enquiries contact: [email protected] Free Salsa Classes for 50+ Every Wednesday from 4.30 to 5.30pm in the Gallery For details contact Rhythm of Salsa Group on 0208 342 8884 Sankofa Fostering Information Session For people interested in finding out about fostering- help a young person soar! Please contact our team who will be more than happy to assist you in all your enquiries on: 0208 544 5100, email: [email protected] or look us up on our website: www.sankofacare.co.uk. Wednesday 24th October 10.00am to 2.00pm Age Concern (Age UK) Drop In Speak to local Age UK advisor on a number of topics relating to advice (for those aged 60+) & healthy living for 50+ Every Thursday from 9.30 to 12.30pm For info & advice contact 0208 8801 2444 (9am to 1pm) Gaywise Drop In Evenings 1st & 3rd Thursday of the month 6pm to 8pm For more information call 020 8889 9555 Weight Watchers Every Thursday 12.30 to 2.00pm – info call 0845 345 1500 Weatherstone Therapies Holistic Fair Health treatments - It's free to come in & talk to us but taster sessions are about £10 Saturday 13th October 2.15 to 4.30pm Info contact 0208 340 0566 /www.weatherstonetherapies.co.uk NHS Health Trainers by Appointments Only Free one-to-one confidential support and guidance to help you to: Eat healthier, Lose weight, Be more active & Stop smoking For info and to book an appointment call 020 8344 3169 Special & Half Term Events Children’s Activities For information about any activities contact 0208 489 2776 Youth Library Black History Month Celebrations – Find out more about the festival and more at the front of this booklet! Celebrate Halloween with a Spooky Word Search Available upon request all day – Wednesday 31st October. The Unlucky Mummy Based on the legend of a 19th Century British Museum artefact, as the Unlucky Mummy unravels the audience hears of its various colourful owners and the misfortunes that befell them. The story lasts about 30 minutes and involves humour, puppetry and audience interaction. Suitable for 5+ and families.Thursday 1st November 10.30 to 11.00am Halloween Craft Event – Making Bats (Age 5+) Saturday 3rd November 2.00 to 3.00pm Stay & Play for Pre-school Children Mondays 10.30am to 11.00am Singing 11.00am to 11.30 am Stay and Play Under 5’s Messy Craft – No Singing session Every Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00am Term time only Under 5’s Story Time Every Wednesday from 11.00 to 11.30am Kumon Maths & English Tuition for your Children (all ages) Study daily to develop confidence to achieve full potential Tuesday 4.00 to 6.00pm & Saturday 9.00 to 2.00pm For more information contact Bindu Shah on 020 8362 0960 First Class Learning Tuition – Maths & English For Key Stages 1,2, 3 & 4 – Tuesdays 4.00pm to 6.00pm For more information contact Poonam on 0208 731 8696 Youthwise Evening Drop In Free service for young LGBT people ages 13-19 Second Thursday of the month from 5.30 to 7.00pm Contact 0208 889 9555 or visit [email protected] Youth Community & Participation Service (formerly Connexions) Advice on education, employment, benefits, sexual health etc Mondays & Wednesdays 2pm to 5pm, Fridays 3pm to 6pm Info contact 0808 001 3219/0208 489 1410 Exhibition: Photographs by Sango Nghembe London things, places and people. Gallery, throughout October Bruce Castle Museum Lordship Lane, N17 8NU Tel: 020 8808 8772 Opening Times: Wed to Sun, 1 - 5pm EXHIBITIONS Re-creating Memories: Photographs from 1989 date: 3 October – end Dec 2012 An opportunity to see this successful exhibition which celebrated the lives of African/Caribbean people either living in Haringey or associated with the borough. The photographs were taken by respected African/Caribbean photographers David A. Bailey MBE (b.1961), David Lewis (b.1962) and Ingrid Pollard (b.1953) Location: First floor Compton Gallery Haringey Impressions: Painted street views and landscapes from around the borough by local artist Ed Palao date: 3 October – end Dec 2012 Location: First floor Coleraine Gallery The Princes Drawing School, Haringey A display of work by local children from over the past year. date: 3 October – end Dec 2012 Location: Ground floor East-Wing gallery Landmarks of Haringey A collection of drawings by popular local architectural artist Steve Amor date: 12 September – end November 2012 Location: Old Kitchen FAMILY ACTIVITIES FREE Family Activities Every Sunday 2pm – 4pm Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. No adults admitted without an accompanying child. Playgroups are subject to a small charge and by arrangement only. Phone the museum: 020 8808 8772 EVENTS Afternoon Talk: Ally Pally Prison Camp WW1 Poetry reading by Maggie Butt about the German civilian prisoner of war, artist George Kenner, date: Sunday 30 September 3pm National Poetry Day is on 4 Oct Little Explorers Free activity for children 2-4 years old FREE! Arrive at 10:15 a.m. for check-in and refreshments (NB Space is limited) Funded by Haringey Local Opportunities 2012 fund date: Saturday 13.October Rub-a-dub-dub [book: Peepo] 10.30 – 11.30am date: Sat 27 October: Tea Party! [Book: The Tiger Who Came to Tea] 10.30am - 11.30am All children must be accompanied by an adult. Children age 5 and over will only be admitted with younger siblings Tell Me About It…! Reminiscence Cafe date: Tues 23 Oct, 2 – 4pm Topic: My Front Room – the African and African Caribbean perspective Reminisce about the different styles and furniture over the last 50 years of the front room, the focus of a home. What was your front room like? What things did you put in it? When were you allowed in? Lunchtime Workshop: Exploring the George Padmore Institute Archive with Archivist Sarah Garrod date: Mon 29 October The GPI explores the black experience in Britain and internationally (particularly the Caribbean) 12.15pm Doors open at noon for refreshments Evening Talk: 80 Years on Tottenham High Road: the story of Glickmans by Derek Lewis date: Wednesday 26 Sept 7.30pm Doors open at 7pm for refreshments Evening Film: London: The Modern Babylon A documentary by Julien Temple London’s epic journey through 100 years of cultural upheaval date: Wednesday 31 October 7.30pm Doors open at 7pm for refreshments STEAM DAYS AT MARKFIELD BEAM ENGINE & MUSEUM Markfield Road, Tottenham, N15 4RB 100 horsepower of Victorian beam engine under live steam! Open ~ Second Sunday Each Month 11.00am to 4.00pm For full details and events go to http://www.mbeam.org/ HALS (Haringey Adult Learning Service) 2nd Floor, Wood Green Library, High Road, N22 6XD HALS offer a range of courses available for people over the age of 19 New HALS Course Guide 2012/13 out now! Enrol for courses starting this September 2012 Free Courses for people actively seeking work • Creating Business Documents Level 1 • Award in Business & Administration NVQ Level 1 • Introduction to Business and Business Administration Level 1 • Introduction to Childcare Level 1 • Introduction to Care Work Level 1 • Introduction to Retail Level 1 • Introduction to SelfEmployment Level 2 • Understanding Business and Enterprise • Working in Customer Service Level 1 • Award in Community Development Level 1 • Career Development Level 1 Business and Work • City & Guilds Book–Keeping and Accounts Level 1 & 2 • City & Guilds Computerised Accounts Level 1 & 2 • City & Guilds Level 1 Award In Business Studies Employability Skills Workshops • Career Development Level 1 • Assertiveness and Effective Communication • Self Motivational Techniques • Speaking in Public with Confidence • Writing a Curriculum Vitae (CV) • Getting Ready for Job Interviews • Widening Job Searching Strategies • Supporting Statements for Application forms Creative Art Courses • Drawing and Painting Techniques with Acrylics • Portrait Drawing for Beginners • Introduction to Drawing Techniques • Portrait and Life Drawing Workshop • Drawing and Painting Techniques using Watercolours Languages • Get by in French, Spanish • French, Italian and Spanish Beginners ( Part 1, 2 and 3) • French and Spanish Improvers (Part 2 and 3) • Now you are Talking Spanish Part 1, 2 and 3 Health and Well Being • Level 2 Award in Introduction to Counselling Skills (CPCAB) • Level 2 Certificate in Counselling Skills (CPCAB) • General, Intermediate & Gentle Hatha Yoga • Pilates, Tai Chi, Chi Kung for Health • Free English courses from Entry 2 to Level 1. All courses offer opportunities to: • Improve your spelling, writing and reading and communication skills • Improve skills for future courses and training • Get a national qualification • You can study in the morning, afternoon or evening. Free Maths courses from Entry 1 to Level 1. All courses offer opportunities to: • Work out your bills • Calculate your shopping • Understand fractions and percentages • Book holidays and travel times • Help your children with homework • Gain a national qualification • You can study in the morning, afternoon or evening. ESOL courses from Entry 1 to Level 1 These courses offer opportunities to: • Develop your speaking, listening, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation and study skills. • Gain a Skill for Life qualification at the end of the course. • You can study in the morning, afternoon or evening Free ESOL courses at Entry 1 Level for Haringey residents who - have been in the UK for 10 years and under - come from a country outside the EU - We are offering morning, afternoon or evening classes - Class sizes of not more than 10 people - Citizenship is embedded in ESOL classes - Free crèche places Computer Taster Workshops • Word, Excel, File Management, Power Point • Photoshop • Find a Holiday Online • Online Shopping • Ebay Digital inclusion – Wider Skills • New PC Maintenance • Create Your On-line Shop • E- Communication • Find Your Way on the Computer Computer Courses – Start IT • Start IT Mouse & Keyboard • Computer Online Basics Microsoft Applications for Beginners • Word Processing Software – Level 1 • Spreadsheet Software – Level 1 • Presentation Software – Level 1 Accredited courses – ECDL Courses • Award in IT User Skill ( ECDL Essential) Level1 • ECDL Extra Word Processing • ECDL Extra Spreadsheet Software • ECDL Extra Presentation Software • ECDL Extra Increasing Productivity Media & Digital Technologies • Introducing Digital Photography; Photoshop for Digital Photography; • Introducing – Adobe Photoshop Part 1 and 2 • Graphic Design using Adobe Illustrator – Part 1 and Part 2 • Create Your Own Website Part 1 and 2 • Introducing Adobe In Design- Part 1 and 2 • Preparation for Prince2 Find out about a free class near you in September 2012 by calling HALS Family Learning on 020 8489 4772. 10% discount available for members of Haringey Libraries and Haringey Registered Carers. For Information: • Enrol on the ground floor reception, Wood Green Central Library • Call 020 8489 2500 • Telephone enrolments 020 8489 2596 • Pick up a programme guide from any Haringey Library • Check online at www.haringey.gov.uk/halspro gramme Autumn Main Advice and enrolments Tue Wed Thu Sat Mon Tue Wed Thu Sat 04 Sep 05 Sep 06 Sep 08 Sep 10 Sep 11 Sep 12 Sep 13 Sep 15 Sep 10am - 7.00pm 10am - 7.00pm 10am - 7.00pm 10am – 2.00pm 10am - 7.00pm 10am - 7.00pm 10am - 7.00pm 10am - 7.00pm 10am - 1.00pm SUBJECT SPECIFIC ENROLMENT SESSIONS Counselling courses Counselling course advice and information is available on Wednesdays between 16.30 18.00. Book an appointment on 020 8489 2500 or in person at HALS reception, 2nd Floor, Wood Green library. Book-Keeping and Computerised Accounts Thu 08 Sep 18:30 - 19:30 Sat 10 Sep 10:30 - 12:30 Tue 13 Sep 18:30 - 19:30 Thu 15 Sep 18:30 - 19:30 Sat 17 Sep 10:30 - 12:30 Languages Thu 08 Sep Sat 10 Sep Tue 13 Sep Thu 15 Sep Sat 17 Sep 18:00 - 19:30 11:00 - 13:00 18:00 - 19:30 18:00 - 19:30 11:00 - 13:00 Information, Communication and Technology (ICT) Term Time enrolment advice is available on the following days and times, you are welcome to pop in or call our number for more information and talk to a tutor during these times. Mon Tue Fri 13:00 - 15:30 13:00 - 15:30 09:30 - 12:00 Leisure Services This section lists sport and horticulture activities and events taking place in the boroughs parks, open spaces and leisure centres. TCV – The Conservation Volunteers (formally BTCV) TCV will provide tools, tea and TLC, but please bring your own lunch and suitable clothing for all weather conditions. For more details about these activities please contact TCV on 020 8348 6005 or email [email protected] Tuesday 2 October, 10am – 3pm Grand Glades at Tunnel Gardens Cutting back footpaths and tackling some of the bramble that has engulfed this green space, to create new glades in the hope of making grand improvements to turn this site into a future nature reserve. The green space runs upon one of the major rail transport links into London. Meet: Corner of Tunnel Gardens and Blake Road, Bounds Green, N11 Thursday 4 October, 10.30am – 2.30pm Wildflower Meadow Management at Finsbury Park Completing the annual cutting of a large wildflower meadow in the park to ensure the area is managed for the benefit of wildlife, including removing any invasive plants from the green space in one of the busiest parks in London. Meet: Finsbury Park gate at western end of Seven Sisters Road N4 Saturday 6 October, 11am-3.30pm Big Green Weekend @ Railway Fields Local Nature Reserve Join The Conservation Volunteers for our big green event in Green Lane’s best kept secret. Kids go wild with arts and crafts, nature walks, make a difference with practical conservation tasters, build a minibeast hotel, homemade cake and tea, and don’t forget to bring your camera for a wildlife photography workshop. Meet: Railway Fields Hut, opposite Harringay/Green Lanes train station, Green Lanes N4 Tuesday 9 October, 10am-3pm Stag Beetle Habitat at Albert Rd Rec - TBC Thursday 11 October, 10.30am – 2.30pm Community Gardening at Living Under One Sun A variety of tasks in this community award-winning allotment run by Living Under One Sun, which won The Conservation Volunteers’ Community Group of 2011. Dig in on the 2nd Thursday of every month. Meet: Entrance to East Hale Allotments on Mill Mead Road, Tottenham Hale, N17 9QU Tuesday 16 October, 10am – 3pm Vegetation Management along The Parkland Walk - TBC Thursday 18 October, 10.30am – 2.30pm Lovely Light Along the Lee at Markfield Park Cutting back and raking off overgrown vegetation along edge of park to allow extra light to flood the area to increase more diverse plants, this will also help entice visitors into the park from the River Lee towpath. Make your mark in Markfield on the 3rd Thursday of every month. Meet: Markfield Park café, Markfield Park, Crowland Road, Seven Sisters N15 Tuesday 23 October, 10am – 3pm Woodland Management at Queen’s Wood Coppicing goat willow to allow natural woodland saplings such as oak and hornbeam to establish in a large glade area of this beautiful ancient woodland. Meet: Between 38 & 42 Wood Vale, entrance of woodland, Highgate N10 Thursday 25 October, 10.30am – 2.30pm Green Hub at Railway Fields A variety of different tasks in this Green Hub on Green Lanes. Meet: Railway Fields Hut, opposite Harringay/Green Lanes train station, Green Lanes N4 Tuesday 30 October, 10am – 3pm Woodland Management at Coldfall Wood A variety of tasks in another of Haringey’s special ancient woodlands. Meet: Middle entrance of woodland, Creighton Avenue, Muswell Hill N10 Events in Parks Music Sessions with Jeremy every Thursday @ Finsbury Park Cafe When: 10:30am- 11:15am Drop In - Come along Fees Apply per child. Mostly geared toward 2 - 4 years but all ages encouraged. Contact: Jeremy 07934 233 268 Revamp the Ramp Saturday 13 October 2012 Fountain Area Residents Association have organised an opening day celebration of a local community garden, that is under development on the site of the former walkway and ramp leading through from Braemar Rd to Brunel Walk, in Seven Sisters N15. Activities include planting of the gardens, light refreshments, a couple of stalls and children's entertainment, before the grand opening of the garden with Local Councillors and guests. This will be followed up in the eve from 6pm with local bands performing in the Fountain Pub on West Green Road (just around the corner). An actively fun day and evening with a chance for local residents and their friends to meet neighbours and socialise! More info: http://fara.wikispaces.com/ Running Groups Various running groups taking place at various times and locations across the borough, for all abilities… Jogging/Running Clubs in Haringey Club When Time Meet at Contact Crouch End Jogging Group 5 sessions for £15 Monday 10am Priory Park, Priory Road, N8 8LQ Rhonda on [email protected] 5.30pm Entrance to Lordship Rec by Broadwater Farm Community Centre, Adams Road, N17 6HE Andrea Keeble on 07870 157 940 Women Only Jogging Group Tuesday Free Come Run With Me! Wednesda £3 y concessions available Haringey Jogging Group £3/£1.50 Women Only Markfield Park Jogging Group Free 9.30am Bruce Castle Museum, to Lordship Lane, N17 10.30am 8NU Wednesda y 5.30pm to 6.30pm White Hart Lane Community Sports Centre (track), White Hart Lane, Wood Green, N22 5QW Thursday 9.15am The Cafe, Crowland Road, N15 4RB Alison on 07720 849 650 or email [email protected] o.uk Burk Gravis 020 8365 7470 Ella Carey on 07542 464 694 Running Groups Various running groups taking place at various times and locations across the borough, for all abilities… Club Haringey Jogging Club £3/£1.50 Finsbury parkrun When Friday Saturday Time Meet at Contact 7pm to 8pm White Hart Lane Community Sports Centre (track), White Hart Lane, Wood Green, N22 5QW Burk Gravis 020 8365 7470 9am Finsbury Park (see next column for link to website) Finsbury Parkrun website (external link) 9am Alexandra Palace (see next column for link to website) Ally Pally Parkrun website (external link) Free Ally Pally parkrun Saturday Free Come Run With Me! £5 Sunday concessions available Finsbury Park (meet at 10:30am the running track) Alison on 07720 849 650 or email [email protected]. uk Haringey Wheelchair Racing Group £3/£1.50 track fees White Hart Lane Community Sports 11am12:30pm Centre – meet on the running track Doug Stone 07866 761785 Sunday Haringey Netball Sessions For more information and start dates, contact Sasha Corbin, Haringey Netball Development Community Coach, England Netball: 07872 407213, [email protected] Facebook: Back to Netball-Haringey Twitter: B2NHaringey Monday Back to Netball Alexandra Park School, N11 2AZ 7.30 – 8.30pm, £3 Tuesday Back to Netball Broadwater Farm Community Centre, N17 6HE 10 = 11am, £1 Back to Netball Selby Centre, N17 8J 12.30 – 1.30pm, £1 Back to Netball Gladesmore Community Centre, N15 6EB 6 – 7.30pm, £3 Back to Netball St Thomas More RC School, N22 5HN 6.45 – 8pm, £3 or £10 for four sessions in advance Asco Netball Club Gladesmore Community Centre, N15 6EB 7.30 – 8.30pm, £3 Thursday 16-19 Rock Up and Play Netball Haringey Sixth Form Centre, N17 8HR 5 – 6pm, Free Troy Netball Club Northumberland Park School, N17 0PG 7 – 8.30pm, £1 Back to Netball Heartlands High School, N22 7ST 7 – 8pm, £3 or £10 for four sessions in advance More Sporting Sessions Trax Weekly Coaching Sessions Every Saturday, 10am Downhills Park Café www.thetrax.co.uk White Hart Lane Community Sports Centre, N22 5QW More info: Doug Stone 07866761785 Workout on Wheels Roller skating sessions for females aged 14–25 years. Only £2.00 entry fee Every Tuesday (not school holidays), 6.30 – 8.00pm Tottenham Community Sports Centre, High Rd N17 8AD (opposite Spurs ground) FREE qualifications in sport, health & beauty, administration and many more available. More info: [email protected] 07534 679 600 Play Football, Drop in session Every Friday from 30 March, 6 8pm 14+, £3 per session White Hart Lane Community Sports Centre, N22 5QW, Astro pitches More info: Haringey Sports Development Trust, 020 8365 7470 Get Moving Week 22 – 28 October 2012 Try out loads of classes for FREE across various sports & leisure centres in Haringey Open to all adults aged 16+ More info: [email protected] 020 8489 4629 | www.haringey.gov.uk Tennis Courses White Hart Lane Community Sports Centre and Bruce Castle Park Courses for all levels, adults and juniors throughout the year – very reasonable prices More info: 020 8365 5138, [email protected] Wheelchair Racing Group Every Sunday 11am Track fees apply Summer Fun Exercise and Athletics Activities July – August Loads of activities for all ages including Group exercise, arts and crafts, performance Play schemes and much more. Hard copy of booklet available at libraries and leisure centres. A soft copy can be obtain by e-mailing Jamie Lees or Tel 0208 489 4626