What's on in Haringey Libraries August 2012

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Whats On

In Haringeys Leisure Services

Your monthlyguide to whats

happening in you

local library,leisure centre,

parks andmuseum

August2012

www.haringey.gov.uk


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Representatives Surgeries

Please note that this section only lists surgeries held in HaringeyLibraries

Alexandra WardAlexandra ParkLibrary

Cllr Nigel ScottSaturday 4th August 10.00 to 11.00amCllr David BeachamSaturday 18th August 10.00 to 11.00amCllr Juliet SolomonThursday 16th August 10.00 to 11.30am

Bruce Grove

Ward

Marcus GarveyLibrary

Cllr Joseph Ejiofor

Saturday 18th August 10.00 to 11.15amCllr Dilek Dogus

Friday 31st August 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Crouch End

Ward

Hornsey Library

Cllr David WinskillSaturday 4th August 11.00am to 12.00noonCllr Lyn WeberWednesday 8th August 6.00pm to 7.00pm

Muswell Hill

WardMuswell HillLibrary

Cllr Jonathan Bloch (Tel: 07785 550043)

Cllr Gail Engert (Tel: 020 8489 4005)Cllr Jim Jenks (Tel: 020 8347 7083)Saturday 25th August 10.00 to 11.00amSurgeries will be rotated between CouncillorsPlease call 24 hours before to make an

appointment

Noel Park Ward

Wood Green

Library

Cllr James Stewart

Saturday 4th August 10.30 to 11.30am

Cllr Alan StricklandSaturday 12th August 10.30 to 11.30amCllr Pauline Gibson

Saturday 18th August 12.00 to 1.00pmNorthumberland

Park Ward

Coombes CroftLibrary

Cllr Kaushika Amin

Saturday 4th August 10.00 to 11.00amSaturday 25th August 10.00 to 11.00amCllr Sheila Peacock

Saturday 12th August 10.00 to 11.00amSaturday 18th August 10.00 to 11.00am


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Representatives Surgeries

Please note that this section only lists surgeries held in HaringeyLibraries

St Anns Ward

St Anns Library

Councillor Zena BrabazonSaturday 4th August 11.00 to 12.00pmCouncillor David BrowneSaturday 12th August 11.00 to 12.00pmCouncillor Nilgun CanverSaturday 18th August 11.00 to 12.00pm

Councillor Zena BrabazonSaturday 25th August 11.00 to 12.00pm

Tottenham

Green Ward

Marcus Garvey

Library

Cllr Bernice Vanier

Saturday 12th August 10.30am to 12.00pmCllr Richard Watson

Saturday 25th August 11.00 to 12.30pm

Tottenham Hale

Ward

Marcus GarveyLibrary

Cllr Reg RiceSaturday 4th August 10.30am to 12.00pm

Cllr Alan StantonSaturday 12th August 10.30am to 12.00pmCllr Lorna ReithSaturday 25th August 11.00am to 12.30pm

Members of Parliament

Hornsey and Wood GreenLynne Featherstone MP

Lynne holds regular surgeriesaround the constituency.If you would like to book anappointmentplease phone020 8340 5459

TottenhamDavid Lammy MP

Surgeries are by appointmentonly; please phone 020 72190767 to make an appointment,between 10am -1pm Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday.


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Alexandra Park Library

Alexandra Park Road, London, N22 7UJ Tel: 020 8489 8770Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9 to 7, Sat 9 to 5 and Sun 12 to 4

SpecialEvents

Summer Holiday Drama WorkshopsWe will be running two hour-long drama workshops duringAugust. Each fun-filled our will be packed with movementgames, communication exercises, character work and excitingimprovisations. Book now to be sure of getting a place.Suitable for children 4 to 7 years.Under the Sea

Monday 6th August, 4.00 to 5.00pmSuperheroes

Monday 20th August, 4.00 to 5.00pmOlympic Craft Activities August

Design your Own Olympic Medal

Thursday 2nd August, 3.00pmMaking Friendship Bracelets

Thursday 9th August, 3.00pmDecorating BiscuitsThursday 16th August, 3.00pm

Mouse Finger Puppets

Thursday 23rd August, 3.00pmMovers and ShakersA half hour session incorporating songs, rhymes and babysigning, instruments, bubbles and parachutes!Every Tuesday 10.30 to 11.00am for 12 months and under,Every Wednesday 10.00 to 10.30am for all ages,Every Thursday 10.00 to 10.30am for mixed ages.Please call 0203 0838887 to book, or online atwww.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers.

Under 5s Singing Session Traditional Nursery Rhymesand Songs for Children and CarersEvery Monday 10.30 to 11.00am. This event is free

Stay and PlayBring your children for a play session.Every Wednesday 10.30 to 11.00am

Childrens

Events

Childrens Craft

Every Thursday 3.00 to 4.30pm


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Alexandra Park Library Community Choir

Rehearsals every Wednesday evening, from 7.00 to 9.00pm.New members always welcome. Please call the library fordetails of when we will be starting after the summer break.

Art Exhibition

To September Derek Kingsland

Senior Citizens Coffee Morning

Every Thursday 10.30 to 12.00pmFirst Byte

Basic computer skills classes. Please call the library to bookyour place. Every Tuesday 4.00 to 5.00pm.Book Club

Why be Happy when you could be Normal? byJeanetteWintersonWednesday 8th August, 3.45pm

Adult events

Safer Neighbourhoods Public Meeting

To confirm date, contact Alexandra Team 0208 721 2675

Get Ready for the Summer Reading Challenge 2012

Come and take part in this years SummerReading Challenge, called Story Lab - acelebration of story and the imagination.

Whether you are a fan of fiction, non-fiction,poetry or all three, all you have to do is read sixbooks throughout the summer and collect yourbronze, silver and gold stickers along the way.

You could win an iPod at your local library oreven the boroughs grand prize of a newlaptop.


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Coombes Croft Library

Tottenham High Road, London, N17 8AG Tel: 020 8489 8771Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

The theme of this years Summer Reading Challenge is TheOlympics. Come along throughout August and join thechallenge for a chance to win an iPod Shuffle or a Laptop!Summer Reading Challenge Event EXCELLENCEMake a medal of your favourite Olympic starWednesday 1st August, 2.00 to 3.00pm

Summer Reading Challenge Event - RESPECTMake paper Olympic rings, symbol of respectWednesday 8th August, 2.00 to 3.00pmSummer Reading Challenge Event - INSPIRATIONDesign a stamp to commemorate the London 2012 OlympicsWednesday 15th August, 2.00 to 3.00pmSummer Reading Challenge Event - DETERMINATIONOlympic word search. Be determined to find all words and wina prize! Wednesday 22nd August, 2.00 to 3.00pmSummer Reading Challenge Event - CourageMake a courage braceletWednesday 29th August, 2.00 to 3.00pm

STORY LAB

The Summer

Reading

Challenge

2012

Summer Reading Challenge Event - EQUALITYMake a flag handprint wreathWednesday 5th September, 2.00 to 3.00pm

New! Embrace UKs Young Adult debates

Every Tuesday 4.00 to 5.30pmThursday

Afternoon

Talks

Thursday Afternoons at the library

A series of afternoon activities, discussions with localauthors, Health experts, Herbs and Herbal remedies,

Nutrition and managing hereditary and lifestyle diseasesEvery Thursday 2.00 to 3.30pmPattern

Cutting

course

Local fashion designer Jose Hendo Radical designer of the Year 2011 will be holding a PatternCutting course. Interested? Phone the library for details.

PHASCA

Group

discussions

Group discussions on a range of issues and topics with

PHASCA counsellors

Phone the library for further details

The Coombes Croft Gardening Club

Interested in gardening? Please come along to our sessionsEvery Monday 11.30 to 1.00pm

Adult Events

Beginners Spanish for AdultsEvery Monday5.00pm to 6.30pm


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The Friday computer club - Basic ICT skillsEvery Friday 11.00 to 12.30pm

The Computer ClubLearn basic IT skills using my guide online course.Every Tuesday and Thursday 11.00 to 1.00pmEmbrace UK-Physical ExercisesA programme of one hour weekly Exercises for the 50+Every Wednesday and Friday 11.30 to 12.30pmEmbrace UK-Physical ExercisesA one hour Exercise session open to all.Every Friday 10.00 to 11.00amThe Art Group

Come along and explore different art mediaEvery Wednesday 12.30 to 1.30pmKnitting, Crochet, Tapestry Workshop

Do knitting patterns leave you confused? Would you like tocreate your own tapestry artwork or try embroidery?Every Monday 1.00 to 3.00pmRise! Empowerment

Get Ready for Employment and find out about;In work benefits and support servicesJob search hints and tipsOne to one, advice and guidance on employment.Every Wednesday 11.00 to 3.00pm

One Minute HIV Testing Service Free, Fast and ConfidentialDrop in for a rapid HIV test as well as advice and informationon safer sex. No appointment needed.Know your status and keep safe!Every Wednesday 3.30 and 6.30pmIAPT weekly counselling sessionsEvery Monday 9.00 to 1.00pm. By appointmentThe Book Club

The group meet on the third Thursday of the month, 6.00 to

8.00pm. Phone the library for further details.Literacy and ESOL Support - For beginnersJoin a small group for conversation and a study of English,grammar, vocabulary etc.Every Tuesday 9.30 to 11.00amEvery Thursday 9.30 to 11.00am and 11.00am to 12.30amESOL SupportLearning English? Join a small group for conversation and astudy of English, grammar, vocabulary etc.

Every Wednesday 9.30 to 11.00amThe Iranian Community Support Club is run by the IranianWelfare Association offering a variety of activities.As well as the opportunity to network and meet new friends.Every Friday 1.30 to 5.30pm


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Family Activity: Sing and PlayEvery Monday 10.00 to 11.00amFamily Activity: Story time and SongsEvery Wednesday 10.00 to 10.30amFamily Activity: Messy morning and Sing AlongEvery Friday 10.00 to 11.00am

Childrens

events

The Saturday Club

A variety of Art and Crafts for families.2.00 to 3.00 pm

Start Learning a New Language Today!

Have you ever felt like learning a new language? Haringey libraries can helpyou with the new online learning course, Transparent Language Online(Byki Language Learning Software) - available free to all library members.

Learn through simple steps to memorise words and phrases in a newlanguage, including their meanings and correct pronunciation in over 80languages!

Essentials courses - 33 lessons to get learners started

Quick Start - 10 lists of key words and phrases for learnerswith limited time

Pronunciation and conversation practice - compare speechto the pronunciation of native speakers

SlowSound technology - slow down speech to hear everynuance

BYKI Mobile for iPhone and Android devices - allows forlanguage learning on the go**

Where do I find Transparent language online?

www.haringey.gov.uk/transparentlanguageonline

**Please note that data charges may apply when downloading contentfor the mobile app. Check with your service provider for details.
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Highgate Library

1 Shepherds Hill, London, N6 5QJ Tel: 020 8489 8772

Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 Sat 9-5

Open Book : Highgate Library Reading Group

Last Monday of the month at 6.00pm new memberswelcome. Next meeting: Monday 20th August, discussingThe History of Love by Nicole Krauss

Adult

Activities

First Byte Computer Sessions for Adults

Get Online with Go On!

Booking essential as places are limited call 020 8489 8772Every Wednesday 1.00 to 3.00pmMeditation classes Love without AttachmentNo classes in August, resumes on Monday 3rd September.For more info. contact Heruka Centre: 020 8455 [email protected]|www.meditateinlondon.com

Libraries

for Health

IAPT Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Anxious, depressed or feeling low?Book an appointment on: 0208 275 4032or contact [email protected]

Woodland

Garden

Events

Gardening Group

Come along and give a hand in making the library gardenflourish this Summer! The group meets at 10.00am on thethird Saturday of the month Saturday 18th AugustKumon Maths & EnglishNo sessions in August, resumes in SeptemberFrench For ChildrenNo classes in August, resumes in September

Sing & PlayEvery Wednesday 11.00 to 12.00pm

Join the Summer Reading Challenge 2012Come to the library in August and join the Summer ReadingChallenge. Read six books throughout the summer and collectprizes along the way. If you complete the challenge by readingsix books you will be put into a draw and you could win aniPod or laptop.Design and Make an Olympic Torch and Flag

Tuesday 14th August, 2.30 to 3.30pm. For ages 2+

Make Your Own Storybook

Tuesday 28th

August, 2.30 to 3.30pm. For ages 2+

Childrens

Activities

Family Drop in Activity time for Children

Craft activities for children. Parents are welcome to joinin. Every Friday 2.30 to 4.30pm
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Movers and ShakersMusic and movement for 0 to 3s.Every Thursday at 11.45am - for babiesNo Monday sessions in August, resumes in SeptemberBooking is essential. To book a space please visit our websitewww.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakersOr email [email protected]

Or phone : 020 3083 8887
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Hornsey Library

Haringey Park, London, N8 9JA Tel: 0208 489 1118Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9 to 7, Sat 9 to 5 & Sun 12 to 4

Exhibitions Original Gallery:Please visitwww.haringey.gov.uk/theoriginalgallery forinformation

Film Night Talking Pictures Film Night

No screening in August, resumes in September.Contact: 0208 489 1429 for further details.Story Lab Summer Reading ChallengeUntil 3rd September - read 6 books in 6 weeksThis years Reading Challenge is all about inspirational stories

based on the Olympic and Para-Olympic Values.Prizes include an iPod and a Grand Prize of a Laptop!

Rhyme Time with AlisonMusic session for toddlersMonday 13th August 11.15 to 11.45am

Special

Childrens

Summer

Events

Craft Activities

Make your own Olympic Flag Bunting (for all ages)Wednesday 1st August, 2.00 to 3.00pmMake an Olympic Wallchart (for all ages)Track the progress of your favourite countries.Wednesday 8th August, 2.00 to 3.00pmCreate your own Olympic Rings (for all ages)Wednesday 15th August, 2.00 to 3.00pmMake an Olive Leaf Crown (for all ages)Thursday 23rd August, 2.00 to 3.00pmMake an Olympic Torch (for all ages)Thursday 30th August, 2.00 to 3.00pm

Under 5s story timeMonday 6th, 13th, 20th August 10.30 to 11.00amRhyme Time (term time only)Every Tuesday 11.00 to 11.30am

ChildrensActivities

For furtherinformationabout any ofour childrensevents pleasecall 0208 4891428

Movers and Shakers

Music and movement for 0 to 3sEvery Wednesday 10.00am Toddlers; 11.00am BabiesTo book a place please visitwww.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers,

email: [email protected] telephone: 0203 083 8887.
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Thursday Drop In term time onlyFrom 9.30 to 11.30am, singing starts at 10.30amDads Drop In

Storytime for Dads and childrenSaturday 11th August, 11.00 to 11.30amChatterbooks Reading Group

Are you aged 9 and above? Do you love reading? Do youwant to talk about the books you have read? Then comealong on 11th & 25th August from 2.00 to 3.00pmHaringey Phoenix Group's Open Book Group for peoplewith a visual impairment.

No August meeting, resumes in September.Call Neil Harvey on 0208 489 1425 for dates and detailsMake Friends With A Book

No session 20th August

A different kind of book group, where we read, talk and sharetogether. No need to read in advance. Join in as you wish.Every Monday 2.00 to 4.00pm.Please email [email protected] for detailsPilates Class

Suitable for all abilities, beginners welcomeEvery Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00am, 7 per session.Call Louise Wallis 07970 577 750 for details.Crouch End Poetry Group

Every Tuesday 10.30 to 12.30pmAutumn Term starts end of SeptemberCall Catharine Scholnick 07805977853 for details.First Byte Computer Sessions for complete beginners

No August sessions, resumes in September.Every Wednesday and Thursday 10.00 to 12.00 noon.Call Essy or Susan on 0208 489 1413 /1429 for bookingsSong MakingWorkshop with Carl HodsonEvery Wednesday 11.30 to 12.45pm

Email: [email protected] for details.Word for Word Creative Writing Workshop

No August sessions, resumes 12th September

Every Wednesday 1.00 to 3.00pmContact: Brian, [email protected]

Adult

Activities

Philosophy Learning Circle

No August sessions, resumes 6th September.Every Thursday 11.00 to 12.00pmEmail [email protected]


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Senior Citizens Drop In

Friday 10th August, 10.00 to 12.30pmCall Neil Harvey on 0208 489 1425 for more infoThe Knit Caf

Bring your knitting to the IFLibrary CafEvery Saturday 11.00 to 1.00pmKnit and chat over coffee and cake.Hornsey Reading Group

No August meeting, resumes in September.September title: Angela Carter Nights at the CircusFirst Saturday of the month 3.00pmNew members welcome.Please telephone 0208 489 1429 for details.

Stroke Awareness Drop InStroke information/prevention adviceSecond Monday of every month, 11.00 to 2.00pmNEWCancer Support GroupHave you been affected by cancer and feel you would like totalk to others about it?Our support group meets every third Monday of the month5.00 to 6.45pmConfidential phone line 07833496751

Environmental Advice Drop-inEnergy saving information and advice sessions.Please ring Daniel 07557 491 850 for further information.Family Inclusion Drop In

Family support for drugs/alcohol issuesFirst Tuesday of every month, 1.00 to 3.00pmBUBIC Drug awareness Drop In

First Tuesday of every month, 2.00 to 4.00pmPension Service Advice

Every Wednesday 1.00 to 3.30pmAppointment only, please book at the desk.

Haringey Phoenix Group Drop In:Advice and information for people with a visual impairment.First and third Wednesdays of the month 3.00 to 5.00pm

Informationand Advice

Haringey Advisory Group on Alcohol Drop-in

First Friday of every month, 1.30 to 4.00pm


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Marcus Garvey Library

1 Philip Lane, London, N15 4JA Tel: 020 8489 5309Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7, Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 12 - 4

Marcus Garvey LibraryFriday 31st August

6.00 8.00pm

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To join contact Doris 0208 489

2780

Story Time and Sing-Along for

Toddlers

Every Monday 10.30 to 11.30am

Childrens

Summer

Activities and

Events.

The Summer Reading Challenge 2012

Come and take part in the Story Lab. An incentive toencourage children (0 11 years) to read over the summerholidays.Read six books over the summer holidays and be enteredinto a competition to win an iPod Shuffle or the grand prizelaptop. Children aged 5 years and under could win EarlyLearning gift vouchers. The challenge will run throughoutAugust and end on Saturday 15th September 2012.


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Movie Magic for Children

How to Train your DragonThursday 2nd August, 2.30 to 4.00pmPercy Jackson and the Lightening Thief

Thursday 16th August, 2.30 to 4.00pmCharlottes WebThursday 30th August, 2.30 to 4.00pm

Advanced booking is advised. Please contact the childrenscounter on: 020 8489 5360Wii GamesEvery Monday for Primary School Children & everyWednesday for Secondary School children. From 4.00pm to5.00pm.(Term Time Only)

Times will vary during School holidays.

Please ask childrens library staff for more details: call 0208489 5360.Messy Morning

Craft activity and sing-along for pre-school children.Every Tuesday 10.30 to 11.30am.Come & Play for Pre-School Children

Dressing Up and Toys for childrenEvery Wednesday & Thursday, 10.00 to 12.00pmStay and Play

Sing-along & play for Pre-school Children.Every Friday, 10.30 to 11.30noon.Childrens Traditional Board GamesAvailable on request.

Family Story-Time

Every Saturday 11.00 to 11.30am

Arts and Crafts

Every Friday 2.30 to 4.00pm. School Holidays Only.

Chatterbooks Book Club for 8 12 years of ageSaturday 4th August, 2.00 to 3.00pm.Come and join us for an interactive session where you canget creative making up your own stories, discovering newwords and genres in a hands on, jam-packed fun session.Teenage Reading Group

Saturday 25th August, 2.30 to 3.30pm.For further details, please contact Damla 020 8489 5360.PHASCAS Saturday Homework Club

English, Maths, Science and French tutors for pupils aged 8to 18 years: From 10.00 to 12.00pmTerm Time OnlyPlease note that there is a fee per person.


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Veolia Environmental ServicesFree advice on Local Recycling Services.Drop in on the first Tuesday of every month between 1.00pmto 4.00pm.National Careers Service

Help with careers advice, job search, CVs, information oncourses and training, advice on voluntary work and interview

techniques.Every Monday & Tuesday, 10.00 to 4.30pm.Call Prithee Panchoory on 0208 216 9942 to book anappointment or drop in.Go On Line Computer Sessions for AdultsComputer Sessions for complete beginners.Learn how to surf the internet /open new email account/shoponline & more. Every Thursday 11.00 to 1.00pm Every Friday 11.00 to 1.00pmTo book, contact 0208 489 5350.

One Minute HIV Testing ServiceEvery Tuesday between 4.00 and 6.30pm.Free, Fast and Confidential.Drop in for a rapid HIV test as well as advice and informationon safer sex. No appointment needed.Know your status and keep safe!Senior Citizens Drop InTuesday 14th and 28th August, 11.00 to 12.30pmContact Neil on 07813976429.

Marcus Garvey Library Book GroupThursday 16th August, 7.00pmContact Neil on 07813976429Sankofa (African Caribbean) Reading Group.Friday 31st August, 6.00 to 8.00pmReading Home by Toni Morrison

To join contact Doris 0208 489 2780IAPT - NHS Support Service.Every Monday 12.00 to 5.00pm, and every Thursday & Friday9.00 to 5.00pm.Last Thursday of the month 9.00 to 11.00am & 1.00 to5.00pm.To book call 0208 442 6888 or [email protected]

Adult

Activities.

NHS Haringey Support Service.Outreach for Cancer Awareness and Cancer Screening

Information on Breast, Cervical and Bowel CancerEvery Tuesday 10.30 to 3.30pm
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Tottenham Green Safer

Neighbourhood Drop-In Surgery.

An indoor one-to-one consultation session atMarcus Garvey Library on Thursday 16thAugust, 1.00pm 2.00pm.

Total policing is the Mets commitment to be on the streetsand in your communities to catch offenders, prevent crimeand support victims. We are here for London, working with

you to make our capital safer.

The Reading Garden.

Fancy a spot of gardening?

Pop in on Fridays between 10.00 to12.00pm for a cup of tea and a chat, anda whole lot of fun in the Reading Garden.

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Did you know the average family wastes50 a month on food that is noteaten?

North London Waste Authoritys Waste advisers will highlight the environmentaland economic problems associated with food waste. In addition, residents and

community groups in North London will be provided with advice and practicalsolutions to help save money and reduce waste.

The food waste advisors will also share their best tips and pass on tools to helppeople make the most of their food and highlight how throwing away food caneasily be avoided.

Join us at Marcus Garvey Library on

Tuesday 7th August, 1.00 to 3.00pm


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Muswell Hill Library

1 Queens Avenue, London, N10 3PE Tel: 020 8489 8773Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

Safer neighbourhoods Public meetingDates to be confirmed- please call us.

Muswell Hill Team 020 8721 2766 Please contact directly formore detailsFortis Green Team 020 8721 2506 Please contact directly formore details.

Confidential Counselling & Psychosexual TherapyEvery Friday 2.00 to 5.00pmContact 07817375031 to book in advance

Go-On Computer Sessions for Adults.Learn the internet basics, including surfing the web, shoppingon-line and e-mails.Booking essential, as places are limited.Every Monday 2.00 to 3.00pm OrEvery Wednesday 10.00 to 11.00am

Anya Beaumont residencyMonday 13th August until Friday 17th AugustAnya will be working on her project Mapping Muswell an N10

Paper project in the library. Come along and see how the workis progressing, talk to the author and contribute work for thefinal product. More information about the project is available onhttp://www.a-n.co.uk/Mapping_Muswell.

You can also follow the project on Facebook athttp://www.facebook.com/MappingMuswellAnN10PaperProjectMuswell Hill Library Book Club.Friday 17th August, 12.20 to 1.20pm when we will be discussing

Moneyby Martin Amis.Contact staff if you would like to join. Put your name on themailing list and reserve the book its that easy!Muswell Hill Library Reading GroupMonday 20th August, 6.15 to 7.30pm.Will be discussing Noahs Compass by Anne Tyler. Contactstaff if you would like to join. Put your name on the mailing listand reserve the book its that easy!

Adult events

Join the Friends of Muswell Hill Library

Pop into the library to register and receive regular updates fromthe Friends Group. Or visit the website atwww.fomhl.co.uk
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Rhyme Time Singing SessionEvery Monday 11.00 to 11.30amEnjoy all your favourite songs and stories and borrow booksMovers & Shakers Music and movement for the 0-3s,including songs, rhymes and bubbles. Every Tuesday from10am. Fee applicable and booking essential.www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers

Email: [email protected] (include thevenue, time, your child's full name and your mobile number)Telephone: 020 30838887.Messy Morning (term time only)Come to the library and make a messy craft using differentmaterials each week.Every Wednesday 10.00 to 12pmStay and Play New Toys At Muswell Hill

Every Friday 2.00 to 4.00pm come to the library and view all the

toys available for borrowing.

Regular

Childrens

Activities

Chatterbooks Reading Group

Do you love reading, are you aged 9 years or over then joinChatterbooks, talk about the books you love, meet new friendsand explore new authors at Muswell Hill Library.Fortnightly Tuesday 4.00 to 5.00pm please contact staffdirectly for exact dates 0208 489 8774Join the Summer Reading Challenge 2012Read six books throughout the summer and collect prizes

along the way. If you complete the challenge by reading sixbooks you will be put into a draw and you could win an iPod orlaptop.Make a flag from one of the Olympic Countries

Wednesday 1st August, 10.00 to 12.00pmCelebrate friendship and equality by making a flag from one ofthe many Olympic countries.Make a bookmark from the Olympic circles

Wednesday 8th August, 10.00 to 12.00pm

The Olympic circles represent the five parts of the world thattake part in the Olympics and the friendship that existsbetween them. Come and make an Olympic ring book mark touse in your favourite book.Make an Olympic CollageThursday 9th August, 2.00 to 3.00pmBe inspired by the Olympics, use your imagination and our craftmaterials to make a collage and celebrate the Olympics.

Special

Childrens

Events

Decorate a Greek Vase

Wednesday 15th August, 10.00 to 12.00pmLearn about the first Olympics and how the Ancient Greeksrecorded the events. Use your imagination and record yourown Olympic story.
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St Anns Library

Cissbury Road, London, N15 5PU Tel: 020 8489 8775Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 and Sat 9-5

Summer Reading ChallengeCome and sign up to the Summer Reading Challenge. Thisyears challenge is called Story Lab and celebrates storiesand the imagination. All you have to do is to read 6 booksduring the summer holidays. There are small and large prizes.If you complete the challenge you can enter a competition towin an iPod or a laptop.Free and open to all children. Ask at the library for details andregistration.

Make an Olympic Games BookmarkChoose your favourite Olympic Games image and create yourown bookmark! A fun activity for children and their families.Thursday 2nd August, 4.00 to 5.00pmOlympic Games Collage

Make an Olympic Games collage using images from theInternet. A fun activity for children and their families.Thursday 9th August, 4.00 to 5.00pmOutdoor Olympic Games

Come and join our mini-Olympic Games in the library garden Afun activity for children and their families.Thursday 16th August, 4.00 to 5.00pmOlympic Games Word SearchAn activity for children and their families. Children must beover 8 to benefit from this activity.Thursday 23rd August, 4.00 to 5.00pm

Special Events

Make Flags of Olympic Games CountriesA craft activity for children and their families.

Thursday 30th August, 4.00 to 5.00pmToys at St Anns LibraryWe now have toys that you can borrow and take home or usein the library to play. Ask a member of staff for more details.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.Every Wednesday 10.00 to 10.30am

Childrens

Activities

Messy Mornings for Children and their Families

Come and join us in exciting craft activities. We exploredifferent techniques and materials to make fun-things. Lots offun for all the family. Children should be accompanied by anadult. Every Saturday 10.30 to 11.30am


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Kumon Maths and English TuitionThe Kumon Method allows your child to become a confidentand independent learner. For more information please contactMr Shah on 020 8362 0960.Every Monday and Wednesday 3.30 to 6.00pmWii Fridays for Children and Young PeopleHang out at St Ann's library and play the Wii. Have fun while

strength, balance and hand and eye co-ordination. Childrenunder eight must be accompanied by an adult.Every Friday 5.00 to 6.30pmSt Anns Book Club Please note there is no bookclub in

August.

The book club will resumeonMonday 24th of September,6.30pm with River of Smoke by Amitav Ghosh. Multiplecopies are available. Please ask a member of staff.Line Dancing for All

This is a fun activity and great for keeping fit. It is organised bythe Older and Bolder GroupEvery Tuesday 2.00 to 4.00pmTiverton Cypriot Elderly & Disabled Group

Every Wednesday from 10.00 to 2.00pmFirst Byte Computer Sessionsfor AdultsShort courses run on a monthly basis. Ask a member of stafffor details.Every Tuesday 1.00 to 3.00pm

Venture Club for the Blind and Partially-sightedIf you are visually impaired and live in Haringey, come along tojoin our club. The Venture Club is a social club that organisesactivities, parties, games, raffles and excursions.Transport to and from your home can be provided ifnecessary. Membership is 5 per annum. For moreinformation please contact Michael on 0208 801 0924Every Friday from 12.30 to 3.00pmSt Anns Community Garden Project

Do you like gardening? Come and join the St Anns LibraryCommunity Garden Project. Meet other garden enthusiastsand share your gardening skills with other residents. Its funand keeps you fit. Just drop-in at 12.00pm on a Wednesday.We provide tools and gardening gloves.

Adult Activities

Age Concern Keep Fit Classes

Every Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00am and Thursday 10.00 to 12pm


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Stroud Green and Harringay Library

Quernmore Road, London, N4 4QR Tel: 020 8489 8776Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

NEW EVENT!Thursdays Telling Tales Story time Session for Children with our VolunteerEvery Thursday 2.30 to 3.00pmOUR LONDON 2012 OLYMPICS ARE HERE!!!

Monday 30th July & Tuesday 31st July

2.30 to 5.00pm both days

Family Craft Sessions: Olympic torch-making(with possible torch parade - Weather permitting!)Drop in and join in all welcome!

Tuesday 7th August, 3.00 to 5.00pm

Make your own Olympic medals

Friday 10th August, 3.00 to 5.00pmAlternative Olympics make your own snowboarder/surfer /boogie board & figure using craft materials

Monday 13th August, 2.00 to 4.00pm

Weightless Wonders - Make some fake weights!

Wednesday 15th August 400 to 5.00pm

Juicing and Power Shakes for Kids (NB! Bring some fruit)

Monday 20th AugustCarnival Craft Make a Mask 2:00pm-4:00pmGet Ready for Carnival!

SpecialEvents for

Children &

Families

Stay, Play and Borrow: Drop in and Play

Session for Infants PLUS Toy LibraryBrowsenBorrow toys from our selection of toy packs(Adult Library Membership and Library Card required)Wednesday 22ndth August, 10.30 to 1.00pmPlease note events are term time only unless

otherwise stated. Please note Bank Holiday closure

Monday 27th August 2012Monday 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

Regular

Childrens

activities and

events

Tuesday Story time 2.30 to 3.00pm[Term Time only]


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Telling Tales - Story time Session for Children with our

Volunteer. Every Thursday 2.30 to 3.00pmWednesday Drop-in. [Term Time only] 10.00am to11.30amWill continue until 15th August & resume mid-SeptemberStay and Play- Toys and songs for all to enjoy.

Rhyme time singing session is at 10.45am.Friday - Movers and Shakers 10.45 to 11.15amSummer Holiday Timetable - Please Book In Advance

Fridays 3rd ,17th & 31st August 2012A half hour session incorporating songs, rhymes and babysigning, 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 yourmobile number)Friday Rhyme time singing session [Term Time only]Resumes September - 2.30 to 3.00pmSpanish session for children with Magnolia:

2.00 to 3.00pm Saturday 4th August 2012

Special Event

for Children

Summer

Reading

Challenge

..

STORY LAB

Summer Reading Challenge CraftEvents:

Monday 6th August, 2.30 to 5.00pmStuck for Ideas!!? - Make your veryownSummer Holiday Scrapbook - keeps alog of what you did in Summer 2012!

Friday 17th August, 4.00 to 6.00pm

Story Lab: LookMy Favourite BookChoose your favourite book & create your own bookcover for it or write your own!Create your own Book & Design the cover

Join the Summer Reading Challenge - ask staff for

details

Adult Events Go On: Computer Courses for Adults:

Computer and internet course using www.go-on.co.uk agreat online tool for learning vital computer skills.Every Monday and Thursday from 10.00 to 12.00pm.Please phone to book a place.
http://www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakersmailto:[email protected]://www.go-on.co.uk/http://www.go-on.co.uk/mailto:[email protected]://www.theplayingspace.co.uk/moversandshakers


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Knowing Thru Growing Gardening Group

The KTG Gardening group meet on Tuesdays at StroudGreen Library from 11.00am to 1.00pmLearn about gardening for free on the library grounds come along & get involvedFor more information, email: [email protected]

Crafty Crochet CornerLearn how to crochet for free!Come along and learn a stitch or two with Sonia.All ages welcomeLast Thursday of every month 1.00 to 3.00pm

Thursday23rdAugust 2012 due to HolidaysJoin the Friends of Stroud Green Library Yahoo Grouphttp://groups.yahoo.com/group/friendsofstroudgreenlibraryYou can do this at home or at the library.

Stroud Green Residents Association Surgery (SGRA)The Monthly Surgeries usually held on the last Thursday ofevery month will resume in September. Drop in for advice,community information etc. Contact Kit Greveson fordetails. [email protected]

Top News Access to COBRA is now available

COBRA (Complete Business ReferenceAdviser) is a comprehensive and continuallyupdated online encyclopaedia and referenceresource for business advisers, early stagefinance providers and informationprofessionals who provide advice andsupport to micro-business owners, smallfirms and new business start ups.

COBRAs databank contains several thousand practical, factual anddigestible reports, guides, factsheets and reference resources in a uniquerepository which includes:

Business Opportunity Profiles (BOPs) Business Information Factsheets (BIFs) UK Market Synopses Local Area Profiles

To access COBRA or to find out more about our online resources, pleasevisit:www.haringey.gov.uk/onlineresources
mailto:[email protected]://groups.yahoo.com/group/friendsofstroudgreenlibraryhttp://www.haringey.gov.uk/onlineresourceshttp://www.haringey.gov.uk/onlineresourceshttp://groups.yahoo.com/group/friendsofstroudgreenlibrarymailto:[email protected]


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Wood Green Library

High Road, London, N22 6XD Tel: 020 8489 2700Opening Times: Mon to Fri 8.45-7, Sat 9-5 & Sun 12-4.00

Free Salsa Classes for 50+Starting Wednesday 12th September 2012 thenEvery Wednesday from 4.30 to 5.30pmFor details contact Rhythm of Salsa Group on 0208 342 8884Bowel Cancer Information StallWednesday 8thAugust, 11.00 to 3.00pmFor more info contact08008403540/www.bowelcanceruk.org.ukSankofa Care (Fostering Services)

Independent Fostering Provider working in partnership withLocal Authorities, local people, in meeting local needs, we offertraining development & generous allowance. If you areinterested then Sankofa Care would like to hear from you.Wednesday 15th & 29thAugust, 10.00 to 5.00pmFor info call 0800 008 7856 [email protected] Police Drop InThursday 9thAugust, 3.00 to 4.00pm

AdultActivities

Meet Your Community Organiser & Volunteers

We listen to your views, concerns, & passions about where youlive and also support local projects that benefit your localcommunity. Pop in and have a chatEvery Thursday 1.30 to 4.30pmFor more information contact 078911760356 Degrees Club Business Forum

For business entrepreneurs to meet other like minded businessoriented individuals, exchange ideas & networking4th Wednesday of the month 22ndAugust 5.00 to 7.00pm

Are You Thinking of Starting A Social Enterprise?Wednesday 8th August, 11.00 - 1.00pm

Introduction workshop aims to give insight for those who arethinking of developing a social enterprise (a business idea tobenefit the local community) to book contact 0208 489 278015 or 10 for Business Lounge Members

Business

Events

Women Mean Business

Friday 17th August 11am - 1pmDo you have what it takes to set up a new business or become

Self-employed? Find out what the day to day realities are andwhat skills and qualities you will need in this WOMEN ONLYseminar. To Book please contact 0208 489 278015 or 10 for Business Lounge Members


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Are You Thinking of Starting A Business?

Wednesday 22nd August 11.00 - 1.00pm

Do you have what it takes to set up a new business or becomeself-employed? Find out what the day to day realities are andwhat skills and qualities you will need. Book on 0208 489 278015 or 10 for Business Lounge MembersBusiness Advice & Seminars No session in August

Gain practical and confidential one-to-one business adviceWill resume in September 2012

Carers

Hub

Haringey Carers HubDrop-in for Unpaid Haringey Carers for the use of computersor for Information & Advice. For Appt/drop-in times contact:Mental Health Carers Support Assistants 0208 275 4632BME Carers Support Service 0208 808 5510Asian Carers Support Group 0208 365 7708Alzheimers Society Haringey 0208 937 7171

Wood Green Reading Group - Please contact 020 8489 2771Turkish Literary Group No Meeting in AugustEvery 3rd Monday of the month 12.00 to 2.00pmTheatre for Mankind

Regular monthly workshop in creative writing and performanceExamines and discusses all aspects of contemporary theatre3rd Monday of the month 20thAugust 3.30 to 7.00pmFor more details contact 0208 444 5081Get Online Basic Computer Session for BeginnersMondays & Thursdays 9.00 to 11.00amTo book call 0208 489 2780HU3A Haringey University of 3rdAge No Meeting in AugustWednesdays from 1.00 to 3.00pm*Members meeting* 1st Wednesday of the month 12.45 to2.45pmBengali Writers GroupFirst Friday of every month - 3rdAugust, 4.00 to 6.30pmOlder Peoples Drop InFriday 24thAugust, 1.30 to 3.30pm

Clubs andCourses

Urdu Poetry GroupSaturday 4thAugust, 1.00 to 5.00pmRetired Nurses Meetings1st Monday of the month - 6thAugust, 1.00 to 4.00pmEnvironmental Advice Drop-inEnergy saving information and advice sessionsMonday 6thAugust, 10.30 to 12.30pmContact Daniel on 07557 491 850 for more information

Health and

Wellbeing

Haringey Phoenix Group (Sight awareness)Advice and information for blind and partially sighted adultsFortnightly on Mondays 2.00 to 5.00pm


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Haringey Advisory Group on Alcohol Information Drop InWorried about your own or someone elses drug and /oralcohol use? Dont worry! Come and speak to a local drug oralcohol professional or volunteer about alcohol, drugstreatment and recoveryFirst Monday of each month - 6thAugust, 1.30 to 4.30pmHatha Yoga Class

Every Monday 1.00 to 2.00pm; 7.50 per lesson or 24 for 4Contact Marie Flore on 020 8341 0414 all levels welcomedDifferent StrokesMondays & Wednesdays 10.00 to 1.00pmFor details contact John on 020 8340 4359Fitness for life Class

Every Monday 2.15pm to 3.15pm & Wednesday 10.00 to11.00am. For more information contact Kiki on 07903 582 883 -3 per class

IAPT Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)Every Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 1.00pm - 5.00pmTo book call 0208 442 6888 or visit: [email protected] In Haringey Information StallMonday 6thAugust, 10.00 to 12.00pm

Adoption and Fostering Information SessionFind out everything you need to know about:Adoption: Tuesday 21st August, 6.00 to 8.00pmFostering: Thursday 23rd August 6.00 to 8.00pmInfo visit: [email protected]/0208 489 4610Macmillan Cancer Support Information Drop In

Wednesday 1stAugust, 1.00 to 3.00pmQuit Smoking Drop InEvery Wednesday, 12.00 to 3.00pm0208 370 1022 / 08006528405Stroke Information Drop InInformation on prevention, management, & rehabilitationFirst Wednesday of each month 1stAugust, 11.00 - 1.00pmGaywise Drop In Evenings

1st & 3rd Thursday of the month, 6.00- 8.00pmFor more information call 020 8889 9555

Age Concern (Age UK) Drop InSpeak to local Age UK advisor on a number of topics relating toadvice(for those aged 60+) & healthy living for 50+Every Thursday 9.30 to 12.30pmFor further information contact 0208 8801 2444 (9am to 1pm)Weatherstone Therapies Holistic Fair - No Session in AugustHealth treatments - It's free to come in & talk to us but tastersessions are about 10. Saturday 2.15 - 4.30pmInfo contact 0208 340 0566/www.weatherstonetherapies.co.uk


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NHS Health Trainers by Appointments OnlyFree one-to-one confidential support and guidance to help youto: Eat healthier, Lose weight, Be more active & Stop smokingTo book call 020 8344 3169Weight WatchersEvery Thursday 12.30 to 2.00pm - Call 0845 345 1500

Childrens

Summer

Holiday

Activities

Wednesday 1st August, 2-3pm Olympic Puppet WorkshopTuesday 7thAugust, 2-3pm Decorating Olympic Ring Biscuits(Parents can bring their own biscuits to decorate)Thursday 9th August, 2-3pm Become a Gymnast for a dayand make your own Gymnastic ribbonMonday 13thAugust, 2-3pm Make your Own Olympic TorchWednesday 15thAugust, 2-3pm Flag Handprint WreathTuesday 21stAugust, 2-3pm Make an Olympic CollageThursday 23rdAugust, 2-3pm Origami and Paper Cutting

WorkshopWednesday 29thAugust, 2-3pm Decorating Union Jack FlagStay & Playforpre-school childrenEvery Monday 10.30 to 11.00am Singing11.00 to 11.30 am Stay and PlayMessy Craft for Under 5s No Singing sessionEvery Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00am Term time onlyStory time for Under 5s

Every Wednesday 11.00 to 11.30am

The Summer Reading Challenge The Story LabThroughout August until Saturday 15th SeptemberRead 6 books throughout the summer collect stickers & giftsalong the way. Complete 6 books for a chance to win an iPodshuffle (one for each library) and enter the borough wide prizedraw for a chance to win a laptop: info contact 0208 489 2776Kumon Maths & English Tuition for your Children(all ages)Study daily to develop confidence to achieve full potential Tues.4.00 to 6.00pm, Thurs. 4.00 to 5.30pm & Sat 9 to 2pm

For more information contact Bindu Shah on 020 8362 0960

Childrens

Activities

First Class Learning Tuition Maths & EnglishFor Key Stages 1,2, 3 & 4 Every Tuesday 4.00 to 6.00pmFor more information contact Poonam on 0208 731 8696

Youth Community & Participation Service (formerly

Connexions)

Advice on education, employment, benefits, sexual health etcEvery Monday & Wednesday 2.00 to 5.00pm, Friday 3 to 6pmInfo contact 0808 001 3219/0208 489 1410

Youth

Library

Youthwise Evening Drop InFree service for young LGBT people ages 13-19Second Thursday of the month, 5.30 - 7.00pmContact 0208 889 9555/[email protected]


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Urban Futures Drop In ServiceProvides support for 16-19yrs old (NEET) not in education,employment or Training to prepare CVs, gain work experienceapprenticeship, & interview skills to help them secure a jobEvery Tuesday from 11.00am to 3.00pmFor more info call Sandra Brown: 07976960383 or 0208 3525930 [email protected]/

www.urbanfutures.org.uk


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Bruce Castle Museum

Lordship Lane, N17 8NU Tel: 020 8808 8772Opening Times: Wed to Sun, 1 - 5pm

EXHIBITIONS

Ooooh ART: Haringeys Olympic Art CollectionExhibiting the work of Haringey artists in a variety ofdisciplines.

Wednesday to Sunday 1.00pm to 5.00pmFrom 25 July to 9 September 2012Location: First floor: Compton gallery & Coleraine galleryPARK ART...in Haringey

Lion Scaffolding Sculpture 2012 by Ben Long25 July to 23 September 2012Plus an installation in the Tudor Tower name of artistyet to be disclosed.Location: Lawn to front of Bruce Castle Museum

Funded by: Arts Council England.

Carrying the Torch for Haringey.

The Past, Present and Future of Our Sporting

Heritage

Until 9 September 2012

We celebrate a 100 years of sporting excellence,

achievement and ambition in Haringey.Exhibition includes original items from the 1948 Olympic

Games in the borough and more recent sporting trials

and triumphs, as we look forward to the 2012 Olympic

Games. Supported by the Haringey 2012 Fund.Location Old Kitchen


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Broadwater Farm: the story of a community 1967-

2010

Until 9 September 2012

Built between 1967 and 1971, 'The Farm' is home to

4,000 people. This exhibition, curated by Odin Biddulph

charts the achievements of the community and the

changes following the disturbances 26 years ago.Location: Ground floor East-Wing gallery

Remember 1952

Wednesday to Sunday 1.00pm to 5.00pm

A look back at life in Haringey when Queen Elizabeth II

ascended to the throne.11 April to 2 September 2012Location:Ground floor, West staircase

STEAM DAYS ATMARKFIELD 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

Open 11: For full details and events go to http://www.mbeam.org/
http://www.mbeam.org/http://www.mbeam.org/


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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 coursesstarting thisSeptember 2012

Free Courses for people actively

seeking work

Creating BusinessDocuments Level 1

Award in Business &Administration NVQ Level 1

Introduction to Business andBusiness AdministrationLevel 1

Introduction to ChildcareLevel 1

Introduction to Care WorkLevel 1

Introduction to Retail Level 1 Introduction to Self-

Employment 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 BookKeeping

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 PaintingTechniques with Acrylics

Portrait Drawing forBeginners

Introduction to Drawing

Techniques Portrait and Life Drawing

Workshop Drawing and Painting

Techniques usingWatercolours

Languages

Get by in French,

Spanish French, Italian and

Spanish Beginners (Part 1, 2 and 3)


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French and SpanishImprovers (Part 2 and 3)

Now you are Talking -Spanish Part 1, 2 and 3

Health and Well Being

Level 2 Award in Introductionto Counselling Skills (CPCAB)

Level 2 Certificate inCounselling Skills (CPCAB)

General, Intermediate &Gentle Hatha Yoga

Pilates, Tai Chi, Chi Kung forHealth

Free English courses from Entry

2 to Level 1.All courses offer opportunities to: Improve your spelling, writing

and reading and communicationskills

Improve skills for future coursesand 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 1These courses offer opportunitiesto: Develop your speaking,

listening, reading, writing,

grammar, vocabulary,pronunciation and study skills.

Gain a Skill for Life qualificationat the end of the course.

You can study in the morning,afternoon or evening

Free ESOL courses at Entry 1Level 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 crche places

Computer Taster Workshops

Word, Excel, FileManagement, 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


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Presentation Software Level1

Accredited courses ECDL

Courses

Award in IT User Skill ( ECDLEssential) Level1

ECDL Extra Word Processing ECDL Extra Spreadsheet

Software ECDL Extra Presentation

Software ECDL Extra Increasing

Productivity

Media & Digital Technologies

Introducing DigitalPhotography; Photoshop forDigital Photography;

Introducing AdobePhotoshop Part 1 and 2

Graphic Design using AdobeIllustrator Part 1 and Part 2

Create Your Own WebsitePart 1 and 2

Introducing Adobe InDesign- Part 1 and 2

Preparation for Prince2

Find out about a free class nearyou in September 2012 by callingHALS Family Learning on 020

8489 4772.

10% discount available formembers of Haringey Libraries and

Haringey Registered Carers.

For Information: Enrol on the ground floor

reception, Wood GreenCentral Library

Call 020 8489 2500 Telephone enrolments 020

8489 2596

Pick up a programme guidefrom any Haringey Library

Check online atwww.haringey.gov.uk/halsprogramme

Autumn Main Advice and

enrolments

Tue 04 Sep 10am - 7.00pmWed 05 Sep 10am - 7.00pmThu 06 Sep 10am - 7.00pmSat 08 Sep 10am 2.00pmMon 10 Sep 10am - 7.00pmTue 11 Sep 10am - 7.00pmWed 12 Sep 10am - 7.00pmThu 13 Sep 10am - 7.00pmSat 15 Sep 10am - 1.00pm

SUBJECT SPECIFIC ENROLMENTSESSIONS

Counselling coursesCounselling course advice and information isavailable on Wednesdays between 16.30 -18.00. Book an appointment on 020 84892500 or in person at HALS reception, 2ndFloor, Wood Green library.

Book-Keeping and Computerised

AccountsThu 08 Sep 18:30 - 19:30Sat 10 Sep 10:30 - 12:30Tue 13 Sep 18:30 - 19:30Thu 15 Sep 18:30 - 19:30Sat 17 Sep 10:30 - 12:30

LanguagesThu 08 Sep 18:00 - 19:30Sat 10 Sep 11:00 - 13:00Tue 13 Sep 18:00 - 19:30Thu 15 Sep 18:00 - 19:30Sat 17 Sep 11:00 - 13:00

Information, Communication andTechnology (ICT)Term Time enrolment advice is available onthe following days and times, you arewelcome to pop in or call our number formoreinformation and talk to a tutor during thesetimes.

Mon 13:00 - 15:30Tue 13:00 - 15:30Fri 09:30 - 12:00
http://www.haringey.gov.uk/halsprogrammehttp://www.haringey.gov.uk/halsprogrammehttp://www.haringey.gov.uk/halsprogrammehttp://www.haringey.gov.uk/halsprogramme


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Leisure Services

This section lists sport and horticulture activities and eventstaking place in the boroughs parks, open spaces and leisurecentres.

TCV The Conservation Volunteers(formally BTCV)TCV will provide tools, tea and TLC, but please bring your own lunchand suitable clothing for all weather conditions.

For more details about these activities please contact TCV on 0208348 6005 or email [email protected]

Pond Meadow Clearance at Downhills Park

Thursday 2 August, 10.30am 2.30pmMeet: Downhills Park caf, off West Green Road, N15Cutting back overgrown vegetation around the pond, digging out some large docksthat are dominating the wildflower meadow and creating stag beetle habitats in the

woodland.

Woodland Management at Lordship Recreation Ground

Tuesday 7 August, 10am 3pmMeet: Broadwater Community Centre, Adams Road, Lordship Rec, N17Managing the parks woodland spinney to create a diverse habitat for wildlife. Comeand see the exciting changes to Lordship Rec. A hot lunch will be provided.

Community Gardening at Living Under One Sun

Thursday 9 August, 10.30am 2.30pmMeet: Entrance to East Hale Allotments on Mill Mead Road, Tottenham Hale, N179QUClearing brambles from the orchard, weeding footpaths and beds, alongside someharvesting of summer vegetables such as potatoes and runner beans at thiscommunity award-winning allotment run by Living Under One Sun, which won BTCVsCommunity Group of 2011.

Beautiful Borders at Finsbury Park Community Garden

Tuesday 14 August, 10am-3pmMeet: Manor House gate of park, N4Replacing the wooden edge of footpath due to damage and rot and cutting backovergrown vegetation along footpaths and in beds, in this lovely green space that ismanaged by the Friends of Finsbury Park.


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Community Gardening at Markfield Park

Thursday 16 August, 10.30am 2.30pmMeet: Markfield Park caf, Markfield Park, Crowland Road, Seven Sisters N15Cutting back and raking off overgrown vegetation along edge of park to allow extralight to flood the area to increase more diverse plants, this will also help entice visitors

into the park from the River Lee towpath. Also managing the community naturegardens plant beds. Make your mark in Markfield Park.

Sensational Seasons at Railway FieldsTuesday 21 August, 10am 3pmMeet: Railway Fields Hut, opposite Harringay/Green Lanes train station, Green LanesN4Restoring the seasonal pond that is tucked away at the back of the reserve, bycarefully cutting back unwanted vegetation. As well as cutting back overgrown

snowberry that is dominating areas alongside the main cobbled track. A Green Hubon Green Lanes.

Historic Rivers at Railway Fields

Thursday 23 August, 10.30am 2.30pmMeet: Railway Fields Hut, opposite Harringay/Green Lanes train station, Green LanesN4Cutting back vegetation to create a new viewing area of the New River, this historic17th Century artificial waterway used to provide Londoners with fresh drinking water.

Alongside, cutting back overgrown snowberry that is dominating areas along the maincobbled track. A green gem on Green Lanes.

Hidden Railways at Palace Gates

Tuesday 28 August, 10am 3pmMeet: Palace Gates entrance on Park Avenue (concrete steps, near corner ofWolseley Road), Wood Green N22Continuing the development of this green space as an educational nature area for St.Pauls Primary School. Tasks along this disused railway line that is currently closed to

the public, will include installing stag beetle habitats, clearing invasive Norwegianmaple saplings and laurel, and improving footpaths. A great opportunity to discover ahidden railway track that used to link up Alexandra Palace to Noel Park and WoodGreen.

Enticing Entrances at The Paddock

Thursday 30 August, 10.30am-2.30pmMeet: Portacabin in The Paddock, Ferry Lane, Tottenham Hale N17Improving the entrance to this hidden nature park to entice visitors and completing

the restoration of the wildflower meadow footpath, which is an important haven forfeeding bats.


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Events in Parks

Down Lane Park Summer FestivalSunday 19 August, 1.30 6pmCelebration of the parks recently awarded QEII status and summer festival to

celebration the new and improved facilities within the park. All welcome!Further info: www.fdlp.org.uk

Haringey Netball SessionsFor more information and start dates, contact Sasha Corbin,Haringey Netball Development Community Coach, EnglandNetball: 07872 407213, [email protected]: Back to Netball-Haringey Twitter: B2NHaringey

MondayBack to NetballAlexandra Park School, N11 2AZ7.30 8.30pm, 3

TuesdayBack to NetballBroadwater Farm Community Centre,N17 6HE10 - 11am, 1

Back to NetballSelby Centre, N17 8J12.30 1.30pm, 1

Back to NetballGladesmore Community Centre, N156EB6 7.30pm, 3

Back to NetballSt Thomas More RC School, N22 5HN6.45 8pm, 3 or 10 for four sessionsin advanceAsco Netball ClubGladesmore Community Centre, N156EB7.30 8.30pm, 3

Thursday16-19 Rock Up and Play NetballHaringey Sixth Form Centre, N17 8HR5 6pm, Free

Troy Netball ClubNorthumberland Park School, N17 0PG7 8.30pm, 1

Back to NetballHeartlands High School, N22 7ST7 8pm, 3 or 10 for four sessions inadvance
http://www.fdlp.org.uk/mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.fdlp.org.uk/


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Running Groups

Various running groups taking place at various times andlocations across the borough, for all abilities

Jogging 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]

London

Heathside

Running Club

2

Tuesday 7.30pm

Hornsey

YMCA,

Tottenham

Lane, N8 8SG

Alison Harrow on

[email protected] or

Barbara Tomaszczyk on

[email protected]

Women Only

Jogging Group

Free

Tuesday 5.30pm

Entrance to

Lordship Rec

by BroadwaterFarm

Community

Centre, Adams

Road, N17

6HE

Andrea Keeble on 07870 157 940

Come Run With

Me

3

Wednesday

9.30am

to

10.30am

Bruce Castle

Museum,

Lordship Lane,N17 8NU

Alison on 07720 849 650 or email

[email protected]

Haringey

Jogging Group

3/1.50

Wednesday

5.30pm

to

6.30pm

White Hart

Lane

Community

Sports Centre

(track), White

Hart Lane,

Wood Green,

N22 5QW

Burk Gravis 020 8365 7470

Women Only Thursday 9.15am The Cafe, Ella Carey on 07542 464 694
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Markfield Park

Jogging Group

Free

Crowland

Road, N15

4RB

Haringey

Jogging Club

3/1.50

Friday7pm to

8pm

White Hart

Lane

CommunitySports Centre

(track), White

Hart Lane,

Wood Green,

N22 5QW

Burk Gravis 020 8365 7470

Finsbury

Parkrun

Free

Saturday 9am

Finsbury Park

(see next

column for linkto website)

Finsbury Parkrun website

(external link)

Ally Pally

Parkrun

Free

Saturday 9am

Alexandra

Palace (see

next column

for link to

website)

Ally Pally Parkrun website

(external link)

Pavilion

Joggers

2

Sunday 11.30am

Albert Road

Rec, Albert

Road, N22

7XL

Meet at the

Pavilion Sports

and Cafe

This group has temporarily

stopped jogging. Please contact

Tamsin Fudge at

[email protected] or

on

07718 394 754 for more

information.

London

HeathsideHighgate

Running Club

Contact

organiser for

cost per session

Sunday

10am

and

11am

Highgate Tube

Station

Jerry Odlin on

[email protected], or

Barbara Tomaszczyk on

[email protected]

Haringey

Wheelchair

Racing Group

Sunday11am-

12:30pm

Contact organiser for cost persession
http://www.parkrun.org.uk/finsburyhttp://www.parkrun.org.uk/finsburyhttp://www.parkrun.org.uk/allypally/homehttp://www.parkrun.org.uk/allypally/homemailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.parkrun.org.uk/allypally/homehttp://www.parkrun.org.uk/allypally/homehttp://www.parkrun.org.uk/finsburyhttp://www.parkrun.org.uk/finsbury


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More Sporting Sessions

Trax Weekly Coaching Sessions

Every Saturday, 10amDownhills Park Cafwww.thetrax.co.uk

Whine on WheelsRoller Skating Disco for girls 14 19years, 2.00

Every Tuesday (not school holidays), 6- 8pmTottenham Community Sports Centre,High Rd N17 8AD (opposite Spursground)More info:[email protected]

Tennis Courses

White Hart Lane Community SportsCentre and Bruce Castle Park

Courses for all levels, adults andjuniors throughout the year veryreasonable pricesMore info: 020 8365 5138,[email protected]

Wheelchair Racing GroupEvery Sunday 11am

Track fees applyWhite Hart Lane Community SportsCentre, N22 5QWMore info: Doug Stone 07866761785

Play Football, Drop in session

Every Friday from 30 March, 6 - 8pm14+, 3 per sessionWhite Hart Lane Community Sports

Centre, N22 5QW, Astro pitchesMore info: Haringey SportsDevelopment Trust, 020 8365 7470

Summer Fun Exercise and Athletics

Activities July August

Loads of activities for all ages includingGroup 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 obtainby e-mailing Jamie Lees or Tel 0208 489 4626
http://www.thetrax.co.uk/mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]://www.thetrax.co.uk/


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