Some lovely gardens locally are open in July and August (under the National Gardens Scheme).
Sunday 19 July: 5 St Regis Close N10 (2–6.30pm) and 19 Hillfield Avenue N10 (2–6pm)
Sunday 2 August, five front gardens and a back garden at Alexandra Park Road N22, numbers 270, 272, 279, 289 & 300 (one ticket covers all six gardens)
Sunday 16 August: 33 Wood Vale N10 (2–5.30pm).
And if you'd like to plan further ahead... Sunday 4 October, 23 Imperial Road N22 (12.30–4.30pm)
Talkies, Palmers Green’s community cinema, has had BAFTA award winners and Oscar nominees amongst those contributing the “talk” to a film evening. This coming Wednesday (17th) at The Fox, before watching the film HER about a man and his computer, the audience will be hearing from Talkies’ most distant visiting speaker to date. Having recently moved from the Chair of Psychology at the University of Aberdeen, Mike Burton is now Professor of Psychology at the University of York.
We’re often led to believe that computers’ Artificial Intelligence will very soon leave humans standing. Often working with police, security services and passport authorities worldwide Mike will use a fun, audience interactive session to highlight who is top-dog in our evolving relationship with machines. Who do you think? Film and bar too.
Barnet Council is aiming to use the Pinkham Way site for a large Waste Transfer Station (WTS). Planning Officers at Haringey Council have been doing all they can to help ease this through.
Please be there - Tuesday 14th July at 6.30pm
Pinkham Way Alliance Chair Stephen Brice will address Haringey's Cabinet on the future of Pinkham Way. Please make a real effort to be there in support.
We must fill the public gallery and more, so please bring your friends and neighbours. Stephen will speak at around 6.30pm and you should be free before 7pm.
HARINGEY CABINET MEETING
TUESDAY 14TH JULY 2015 AT 6.30PM
CIVIC CENTRE, HIGH ROAD, WOOD GREEN, LONDON N22 8LE
Your invited to the London première of the critically acclaimed documentary on the global food waste scandal - Just Eat It- A Food Waste Story. Screening at the Hornsey Town Hall Arts Centre on Saturday, August 1, and brought to you by OLIO - The Food Sharing Revolution &Farmdrop.
Tickets are limited so book early to avoid disappointment - only £7.50 and includes a welcome cocktail :-) http://buytickets.at/hthc/30651
Talk by Professor Michael Jacobs (an expert on climate and energy policy) at 7.30pm on Monday 13th July at Muswell Hill Methodist Church, Pages Lane, N10 1PP. Free admission and refreshments. Michael is currently advising the French government in their preparations for the Climate Change talks in Paris in December.
NGS OPEN DAY ~ raising funds mainly for the major Nursing and Caring charities ~ 66 Muswell Avenue Sunday July 5 : Come along between 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. and see for yourselves. You will be more than welcome. Tea and Homemade Cakes and Plants on offer and - for the first time: postcards of the garden for sale – lovely mementoes of the garden month by month. Fish feeding 4 p.m.
What visitors have said:
‘Very beautiful garden. One of the prettiest I have seen this year’ Anon
‘I am a surveyor so I know: not one in 500 gardens is as beautiful’
‘Lovely garden and plants to buy’
‘Gorgeous pond – Fresh, lovely garden – great atmosphere’ Anon
‘Amazing to get so much into a small area. Thank you for the treat’
‘Excellent garden – has given us lots of ideas for our own!’ V & E
‘A garden I do not willingly leave’ JW from Wales
‘looks so natural but it has been lovingly designed & cared for.’ RG
‘A very cosy feel to the garden; lovely cakes; v. friendly too’
‘delightful: imaginative, beautiful, relaxing … art that conceals art’Coastal echoes in suburbia. Four contrasting atmospheres and environments. Tiny courtyard opens onto terrace of mainly containerized Mediterranean planting including oleander, jasmine, grapevine and herbs. Imaginatively planted lawn area leads through pergola to a little bit of Cornwall in London including a boat, pebble beaches and pond. Dry stone wall behind the patio with unexpected delights.
Over the four years of open days/evenings the garden has been shared with more than 377 visitors and we have donated some £2,637 to the National Gardens Scheme. With your help we are hoping this will be our biggest and most successful even ever.
Here we are : with lots of photos : http://www.ngs.org.uk/gardens/find-a-garden/garden.aspx?id=22751
Fortismere School's Fortitude festival 2015 will be held on
Saturday 4th July, from 12.00 to 6.00 pm.
Entrance via Twyford Avenue. Tickets £3 in advance from the library or £4 on the gate.
Local artists Susan Bennett and Earl Hyde will open their unique garden for the National Gardens
Scheme on
SUNDAY JULY 19th
5 ST REGIS CLOSE
ALEXANDRA PARK RD N10
(behind St Andrew's Church)
from 2 -6.30pm
Admission £3.50 Children go FREE
Enjoy delicious home made teas on the lawn , browse our open studio, and choose plants to suit YOUR garden from our popular and MEGA plant sale. Many of the PLANTS ARE HOME GROWN AND VERY HAPPY TO GROW IN LOCAL CONDITIONS.
The garden was chosen as one of his FAVOURITES by Alan Titchmarch for his ITV series "Britain's Best Back Gardens^
It is also Maureen Lipman's favourite garden She was a frequent visitor when she lived in Colney Hatch Lane.
If you have never been . .DO satisfy your curiosity. You will NOT believe what lies behind a tiny end of terrace 1960's non descript house!
As Assistant County Organisers, Susan and Earl are always on the look out for NEW gardens of interest and quality to open for the NGS ..If you think you have a lovely garden and would like to share your passion with visitors in a good cause do get in touch. The NGS was the instigator of the District Nurse movement , and a century later , has grown into a major national charity supporting caring causes like Macmillan Cancer Support, Marie Curie Cancer Care, Hospices UK and many others. 3800 private gardens open to the public on special days, raised £2.500 000 last year.. DO COME ALONG AND HELP TO RAISE EVEN MORE THIS YEAR.
Details are on the website www.ngs.org.uk
To see 5 St Regis close. .photos and description go to garden finder.
We look forward to your visit .A warm welcome is assured whatever the weather .
Cllr James Patterson and myself will be holding regular roving surgeries (usually the last Saturday of the month), these are in addition to the surgeries we each hold at Alexandra Park Library.
Our June 'roving surgery" will be at The Sweet Tree Bakery in Crescent Road from 11am to 12pm on Sat 27th June.
Please do pop in if you have any issues you would like to discuss, or even if it's just to say hello.
Regards,
Liz
(picture taken from their website)
Friends of Alexandra Park presents......
After the success of the Barnet Band on Sunday, 21st June (pictures). We have another band coming...
The Palace Band is a large wind ensemble (flute, piccolo, oboe, clarinet, soprano/alto/tenor/baritone saxophones, bass clarinet, bassoon and French horn) and will be playing a selection of music on Sunday, July 5th, starting at 2pm (weather permitting of course).
Bring something to sit on, buy an ice cream from Ciro's and....enjoy.
This link will take you to a constantly updated list of Events in Alexandra Park.
Cllr James Patterson and myself will be holding regular roving surgeries (usually the last Saturday of the month), these are in addition to the surgeries we each hold at Alexandra Park Library.
Our June 'roving surgery" will be at The Sweet Tree Bakery in Crescent Road from 11am to 12pm on Sat 27th June.
Please do pop in if you have any issues you would like to discuss, or even if it's just to say hello.
Regards,
Liz
Please join us on Sunday 19th July at 2.30 to watch a fascinating dance performance given by Katrina at Alexandra Park Library
Odissi dance is considered to be the most lyrical and feminine dance style among other classical dance traditions from India. This dance form takes its origin from Orissa, East of India. The history of Odissi dance has been traced to the early sculptures found in the caves in Udaygiri, and the main positions of the dance are the copies of temple sculptures. Initially Odissi was developing as a temple dance performed by maharis (temple dancers) for the Lord Jagannath; it has also absorbed the influence of the tantric cults that existed in Orissa. Almost extinct during the British Raj, it was reconstructed and reborn in 20th century thanks to the efforts of the great gurus – Kelucharan Mohapatra, Devaprasad Das, Mayudhar Raut and others.
Katrina Rute is a versatile dancer trained in several Indian classical dance styles. Katya has been teaching and performing internationally and took part in various culture events, workshops and TV shows in the UK, Latvia, Poland, Lithuania, Sweden, Russia and other countries.
The rose garden plot at the Golf Course allotments, Winton Avenue will be open for charity on Sunday 28 June from 1.00-5.30 p.m. Admission costs £3,50. There will be tea and cakes and a selection of plants for sale.
Friends of Alexandra Park presents......
Relax and listen to the band in The Grove. Barnet's Community Wind Band will be playing a selection of music on Sunday, June 21st, starting at 2pm (weather permitting of course). Bring something to sit on, buy an ice cream from Ciro's and....enjoy.
This link will take you to a constantly updated list of Events in Alexandra Park.
String art is becoming increasingly popular, allowing you to create personal and striking images as artwork for your walls. Choose your font or image and colours to make something truly unique which you can proudly look at day in and day out. The beauty of this craft – you really don’t need to be creative at all.
http://www.acraftyalternative.co.uk/london-craft-workshops/string-art-the-earl-haig-hall-30th-july-630pm/
After scouring Pinterest for far too many hours you’re probably just about ready to elope or hand over your cheque book to the closest wedding planner! Fear not, at this one day wedding DIY workshop you will learn how to make all sorts of wonderful wedding decor including: Paper Pompoms, Pinwheels, Giant Paper Roses, Vintage Signage and Origami Lily Fairy Lights. And with refreshments and lunch provided, why not bring along a friend and make it a social occasion?
This one day class is being held at The Pineapple Pub, Kentish Town.
http://www.acraftyalternative.co.uk/london-craft-workshops/diy-wedding-workshop/
Alexandra Chorus
is supporting Oxfam
with its
Summer Concert
generously sponsored by
Muswell Hill Golf Club and Fringe !!!
Spread the word and come along with friends and family !!!
The Midsummer Muswell festival is taking place on Saturday 20th June 2-8pm to inaugurate the new public space in front of the Odeon cinema.
To view details of an event, click on the link in the relevant events calendar (listed below and far right).
To add an event, click on 'Events' on the menu bar at top of page.
November – December 2024
Saturday 23 November – Muswell Hill Creatives Winter Makers Fair at St. James’ Square, Muswell Hill (outside Planet Organic), 10.30-4pm.
Sunday 24 November – Messy Christmas at Muswell Hill Methodist Church, Pages Lane N10, 3.30-5.30pm.
Saturday 30 November – Learn to crochet decorations and gifts at First Farm Community Hub, Firs Farm Playing Fields, Firs Lane N21 2PJ, 10.30-12.30pm.
Saturday 30 November – St. Martin of Porres Christmas Fair at St. Martin of Porres school, Blake road, 12-3pm.
Saturday 30 November – Open Piano Session at Alexandra Park Library, 3-4pm. Supporters of APL.
Sunday 1 December – Re-View Vintage Pop-up Event at Floral Hall, 132 Crouch Hill, 10.30-5pm.
Sunday 1 December – Green Christmas Fair at Hornsey Vale Community Centre, 60 Mayfield Road N8, 2-6pm.
Sunday 1 December – Babar the Elephant for 0-8 year olds (music by Poulenc) with Stephen Baron (piano) at Highgate United Reformed Church N6 6BA, 3-3.45pm.
Monday 2 December – Free Expert Eco-Talk, part of Green Open Homes, at Muswell Hill Methodist Church, 7.30pm. Muswell Hill Sustainability Group.
Wednesday 4 –24 December – Painting the Walk at Upstairs gallery, Lauderdale House, Waterlow Park, Highgate Hill N6, 12 noon – 3pm.
Saturday 7 December – Fussy Patchwork sewing decorations workshop at Southgate Library, High Street, Southgate, N14 6BP , 10.30-12.30pm.
Saturday 7 December - Lunchtime Concert in St. Andrew's Church, Alexandra Park Road N10 (corner of Windermere Road), 1pm. Delibes, Franck, Fauré and more.
Sunday 8 December, Christmas Choral Concert with audience carols, at St. Andrew’s Church, Alexandra Park Road N10 (corner of Windermere Road), 7pm. Note **Sunday**.
Thursday 12 December – Bowes Park Community Choir Winter Concert at Alexandra Park School (entry via Rhodes Avenue), 7.45pm.
St. Andrew’s Christmas 2024 – Carols and Rehearsals, Crib Service, Midnight Mass and more 14-25 December.
Saturday 21 December – Muswell Hill Creatives Winter Makers Fair at St. James’ Square, Muswell Hill (outside Planet Organic), 10.30-4pm.
Ongoing courses and activities
Movement and Ease: Alexander Technique with Tanya every Wednesday morning at CUFOS, Top of the Avenue N10, 11-11.55am.
Fortismere Community Symphony Orchestra rehearses Tuesday evenings during term-time at Fortismere School, 7-9pm. Get in touch for more info.
Fortismere Community Choir rehearses Wednesday evenings during term-time at Fortismere School, 7-9pm. Get in touch for more info.
No-Gi Fundamentals Course (BJJ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu) every Thursday for 6 weeks starting 12 September at Alexandra Park School, 7.30pm. Introductory martial arts.
Geekstraveganza – regular boardgame meetup on the FIRST Sunday of every month at Karamel, 4 Coburg Road, Wood Green, 1-6pm. NB change of date.
After School Sewing Club on Fridays at Stitch crafts, 2 Hazelwood Lane Palmers Green, 4.30-6pm. Term time.
Em Power fitness classes – Monday, Thursday and Friday mornings in OR Tambo Rec, 9-9.30am (term time only). The main focus is on core and legs.
Bowes Park Community Choir - Thursday evenings during term time at Bounds Green School, 7.15-9.15pm.
Life drawing sessions – alternate Saturday mornings at Rhodes Avenue Primary School, 10-12pm.
Salsa Wednesdays – Wednesday evenings at Bounds Green School, Bounds Green Road N11 2QG, 7-8pm.
V&J Ensemble: Vocal group for ALL Singers on Wednesdays at St. Andrew's Church, Alexandra Park Road N10 (corner of Windermere Road), 6.50-8.30pm.
Painting for Pleasure – Thursdays at CUFOS Community Centre (the old railway station), Top of The Avenue N10, 10-12.30pm or 1.30-4pm. Sept. 19 – Dec. 12.
All Good Bookshop has many regular events - book groups of course, also music, writing, yoga - and special events .... at 35 Turunpike Lane.
Many Music and Art events are held at Karamel, including Collage Kids performance events on Saturday mornings at 11.30am. At 4 Coburg Road,
Wood Green N22 6UJ.
Click on an advert for more info.
These can be found on the Events page.
