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Jul
4
Sat
Throwback – Silver Lining @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 4 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

 30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)

Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.

Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.

This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.

See some of the rehearsal shots here.

Post-Show Discussion:

The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.

Tickets Discounts:

Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.

Jul
5
Sun
AikiLab – A Modern Approach to Aikido – Beginners Welcome @ Highgate Library Civic and Cultural Centre
Jul 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Following his spell binding presentation last year at the University of London, The International Institute of Peace Studies (Scotland) and the Swiss Cottage Community Centre (London), sensei Corky Quakenbush is back in London to teach his innovative approach to Aikido known as Aiki-Lab – the result of more than thirty years of practice and research.

Sensei Corky classes are open to all – complete beginners and practitioners alike.
While most forms of Aikido are taught through the repetitive emulation of stereotyped katas, Aiki-Lab does not rely on such pre-planned techniques; its focus is on the flow of energy arising from the intentions of those involved, in order to create a space for aiki to manifest. In other words, the goal of Aiki-Lab is to develop a presence that allows for a “center-to-center” connection with an opponent leading to a spontaneous, harmonious response to an attack – known as an aiki resolution.

Topics to be covered in this event
Overview – How an understanding of authentic attack energy can positively alter your experience of Aikido, reduce habitual responses that take you out of harmony with the attack, and open the door to deeper levels of understanding of aiki
1. Principles of physical aikido: Connection, turning off the line of the attack, entering.
2. Consciousness of attack intention
     A. Energy flow as affected by intention.
     B. Energy flow between participants in a conflict situation.
     C. Learning to distinguish flow patterns and how they form into spontaneous manifestations of technique – or do not.
     D. Troubleshooting first level –
          a. Training to maintain attack intention
          b. Learning to notice and counter-train reflexive patterns
3. Commitment to attack relative to commitment to defence.
     A.  Limbic system responses to attack and attacking
     B.  Limbic system hypnosis
          a. Recognizing sub intentions through resistance
          b. Understanding the cognitive link to limbic system responses
     C. Building awareness of manifested intentions
4. Finding the optimal ki flow state.
     a. Developing a sensitivity to the flow state
     b. Understanding how ki flow state is differentiated between activities done alone, those  done in competition and those done in cooperation.
5. Strategies for training for the optimal ki flow state
6. Bio-mechanics in the aiki interaction
7. Principles of physical Aikido:  Manifestation of physical principles without set forms.
NB This is a not-for-profit event. Some concessions and/or bursaries may be available depending on costs being met.

 

 

Throwback – Silver Lining @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 5 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

 30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)

Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.

Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.

This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.

See some of the rehearsal shots here.

Post-Show Discussion:

The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.

Tickets Discounts:

Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.

Jul
7
Tue
Throwback – Silver Lining @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 7 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

 30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)

Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.

Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.

This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.

See some of the rehearsal shots here.

Post-Show Discussion:

The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.

Tickets Discounts:

Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.

Jul
8
Wed
Throwback – Silver Lining @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 8 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

 30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)

Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.

Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.

This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.

See some of the rehearsal shots here.

Post-Show Discussion:

The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.

Tickets Discounts:

Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.

Jul
9
Thu
Throwback – Silver Lining @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 9 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

 30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)

Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.

Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.

This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.

See some of the rehearsal shots here.

Post-Show Discussion:

The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.

Tickets Discounts:

Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.

Jul
10
Fri
Throwback – Silver Lining @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 10 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

 30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)

Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.

Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.

This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.

See some of the rehearsal shots here.

Post-Show Discussion:

The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.

Tickets Discounts:

Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.

Jul
11
Sat
Crazee Kids Dance, Drama, Music & Art – term time classes & school holiday workshops @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 11 @ 10:10 am – 11:00 am

Unleash your child’s creativity with the Crazee Kids method. Our inspirational approach uses innovative combinations of Dance, Drama, Music & Art in a relaxed environment.

Crazee Kids stimulating classes and workshops have been running for over 10 years. The overall experience is about having fun whilst providing a unique opportunity to develop self-confidence and ignite the imagination inherent in every child.Classes are designed using a wide variety of creative activities, tailored to the different age groups.Places are limited to give every child sufficient attention and guidance, and are booked on a per term basis.

Runs on: Tuesdays, Saturdays

Other Information

Term Time Classes 3-5 year olds

Summer term 2015 – Tuesdays
April 21st to July 7th
11 weeks, excludes half–term May 26th
Tuesdays 4:10–4:55pm
Age 3–5 years, £121.00

Summer term 2015 – Saturdays
April 25th to July 19th
11 weeks, excludes half–term May 30th
Saturdays 10:10–11:00am
Age 3–5 years, £121.00

School Holiday Workshops 3-10 year olds…
May Half Term 25th-27th May 2015 10.30 -2.30 pm
Summer Holidays 24th-27th August 2015 10.30 -2.30 pm

Throwback – Silver Lining @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 11 @ 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

 30 JUN – 11 JUL 2015 (8pm & 2pm Sat/Sun Matinee)

Returning to Jacksons Lane following sold out performances of their début show, young British circus stars Silver Lining premiere their brand new show Throwback.

Commissioned as part of Jacksons Lane’s 40th Anniversary celebrations,Throwback is a physical spectacular, showcasing all that is exciting about UK circus. With awe-inspiring aerial performance, innovative acrobatics and some of the world’s best juggling skills all injected with that special Silver Lining magic.

This action packed, fast-paced show has explosive circus performances, honest stories and a lot of fun. With new faces and new skills, Throwback takes the audience on an adventure about what we can remember and everything we forget.

See some of the rehearsal shots here.

Post-Show Discussion:

The company will be chatting about how they made the show on Thu 2 and Tue 7 Jul.

Tickets Discounts:

Come see the show on 3 for 2 Fridays, or get 5 full price tickets for £50 any other day.

Jul
18
Sat
Crazee Kids Dance, Drama, Music & Art – term time classes & school holiday workshops @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 18 @ 10:10 am – 11:00 am

Unleash your child’s creativity with the Crazee Kids method. Our inspirational approach uses innovative combinations of Dance, Drama, Music & Art in a relaxed environment.

Crazee Kids stimulating classes and workshops have been running for over 10 years. The overall experience is about having fun whilst providing a unique opportunity to develop self-confidence and ignite the imagination inherent in every child.Classes are designed using a wide variety of creative activities, tailored to the different age groups.Places are limited to give every child sufficient attention and guidance, and are booked on a per term basis.

Runs on: Tuesdays, Saturdays

Other Information

Term Time Classes 3-5 year olds

Summer term 2015 – Tuesdays
April 21st to July 7th
11 weeks, excludes half–term May 26th
Tuesdays 4:10–4:55pm
Age 3–5 years, £121.00

Summer term 2015 – Saturdays
April 25th to July 19th
11 weeks, excludes half–term May 30th
Saturdays 10:10–11:00am
Age 3–5 years, £121.00

School Holiday Workshops 3-10 year olds…
May Half Term 25th-27th May 2015 10.30 -2.30 pm
Summer Holidays 24th-27th August 2015 10.30 -2.30 pm

Jul
21
Tue
Cul de Sac & Meeting Point @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 21 @ 8:00 pm – 9:15 pm

In another exclusive circus double-bill, Efecto Chopped and Out of Order present two tender and beautiful pieces.

In an elegant and graceful fusion of two artforms, Cul de Sac features international juggler Jose Triguero and Chinese pole artist Gemma Palomar.

Meeting Point combines contemporary dance and aerial straps and hand to hand in order to create original, powerful and innovating physical performances. It tells the story of a journey; the paths we choose as individuals and the moments our paths cross with others.

Click here to see the full programme of Postcards 2015.

Sep
15
Tue
Crazee Kids Dance, Drama, Music & Art – term time classes & school holiday workshops @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 15 @ 4:10 pm

Unleash your child’s creativity with the Crazee Kids method. Our inspirational approach uses innovative combinations of Dance, Drama, Music & Art in a relaxed environment.

Crazee Kids stimulating classes and workshops have been running for over 10 years. The overall experience is about having fun whilst providing a unique opportunity to develop self-confidence and ignite the imagination inherent in every child.Classes are designed using a wide variety of creative activities, tailored to the different age groups.Places are limited to give every child sufficient attention and guidance, and are booked on a per term basis.

Runs on: Tuesdays, Saturdays

Further Information About Classes/Workshops

 

Term Time Classes 3-5 year olds starting Tuesday 15 September & Saturday 19 September. “Minion Adventure” October Half Term Workshop 26th-28th October 3-10 year olds

Further Details:

Autumn term 2015 – Tuesdays
September 15th to December 8th
12 weeks, excludes half–term October 27th
Tuesdays 4:10–4:55pm
Age 3–5 years, £132.00

Autumn term 2015 – Saturdays
September 19th to December 12th
12 weeks, excludes half–term October 31st
Saturdays 10:10–11:00am
Age 3–5 years, £132.00

Spring term 2016 – Tuesdays
January 12th to March 22nd
10 weeks, excludes half–term February 16th
Tuesdays 4:10–4:55pm
Age 3–5 years, £110.00

Spring term 2016 – Saturdays
January 16th to March 26th
10 weeks, excludes half–term February 20th
Saturdays 10:10–11:00am
Age 3–5 years, £110.00

Oct
8
Thu
Iain Lee v Radio @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 8 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Award winning radio and TV presenter Iain Lee picks some of the most hilarious moments from the history of the wireless.

Why did Nicky Campbell drop himself in it when talking about foxes? What do callers to local radio REALLY think about Mayor Boris Johnson and surely old lady professors know what you can and what you most definitely can’t say on the radio?

Despite appearing on radio (Five Live, Radio 4, XFM, BBC 3 Counties) and TV (The 11 O’Clock Show, This Morning, Big Brothers Bit On The Side) for over fifteen years, this is Iain’s first solo show. Should be a right old laugh.

Oct
21
Wed
Holly Lodge WI meeting @ Highgate Newtown Community Centre
Oct 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm

The October meeting of HLWI will be at Highgate Newtown Community Centre [Bertram Street] for this month only.  Any interested ladies are welcome to join us to paint a personalised item at Ceramic Circle on the top floor.  Otherwise the HLWI meets every third Wednesday of the month at the Holly Lodge Community Centre at 7.30pm.  Further enquiries to hlestwi@gmail.com. November 18th is the last meeting of the year – come and get to know us!

Jul
14
Thu
Jess Love: And the Little One Said @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 14 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Combining high-level circus skills with pathos, humour and beauty, Jess Love creates a vision that is at once delicately touching, visually enchanting and heart-warmingly playful. Dark clowning, dirty acrobatics and surreal sideshow feats go hand-in-hand with slapstick, roller-skating, hula hoops, skipping and hopscotch acrobatics – phew! With crafted storytelling and awe inspiring images on a bed of roses and broken glass, it’s so sweet you’ll want to squeal!

“LIVELY AND ENTERTAINING…SERIOUSLY WACKY…EXCITING…CHARISMATIC”★★★★ THE AGE

We have introduced a Pay What You Decide policy for Postcards Festival 2016shows.

You can attend the shows without paying for a ticket beforehand, but tickets can be reserved in advance (max 4 per booking). When the show finishes, you will have the opportunity to make a donation – either by cash on the door or card at the Box Office.

Jul
19
Tue
Chivaree Circus: Becoming Shades @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 19 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Myths remixed: the classic story of Persephone is retold with live music, aerial acrobatics, fire, dance and mime. A high impact show full of hope and sorrow, it’s Greek mythology but not as you know it as this tale of love, choice and empowerment gets a contemporary circus twist. Chivaree Circus will take you on a journey and leave you ready to embrace an eternity in Hades.

 

We have introduced a Pay What You Decide policy for Postcards Festival 2016shows.

You can attend the shows without paying for a ticket beforehand, but tickets can be reserved in advance (max 4 per booking). When the show finishes, you will have the opportunity to make a donation – either by cash on the door or card at the Box Office.

Apr
12
Wed
Around @ Jacksons Lane
Apr 12 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Arriving with a caravan of hobby horses, two acrobats transform an empty stage into a charming circus ring with the help of a band of musicians. Making its London debut as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase, Around is a magical show that combines incredible skill, beautiful artistry and live music. Juggling, sword swallowing, hula hooping, acrobatics, clowning and a guitar-playing monkey will surprise and delight little ones and their families in this captivating spectacle.

For ages 4+

Around @ Jacksons Lane
Apr 12 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Arriving with a caravan of hobby horses, two acrobats transform an empty stage into a charming circus ring with the help of a band of musicians. Making its London debut as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase, Around is a magical show that combines incredible skill, beautiful artistry and live music. Juggling, sword swallowing, hula hooping, acrobatics, clowning and a guitar-playing monkey will surprise and delight little ones and their families in this captivating spectacle.

For ages 4+

Apr
13
Thu
Around @ Jacksons Lane
Apr 13 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm

Arriving with a caravan of hobby horses, two acrobats transform an empty stage into a charming circus ring with the help of a band of musicians. Making its London debut as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase, Around is a magical show that combines incredible skill, beautiful artistry and live music. Juggling, sword swallowing, hula hooping, acrobatics, clowning and a guitar-playing monkey will surprise and delight little ones and their families in this captivating spectacle.

For ages 4+

Around @ Jacksons Lane
Apr 13 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Arriving with a caravan of hobby horses, two acrobats transform an empty stage into a charming circus ring with the help of a band of musicians. Making its London debut as part of Jacksons Lane’s Sirkus Finnish showcase, Around is a magical show that combines incredible skill, beautiful artistry and live music. Juggling, sword swallowing, hula hooping, acrobatics, clowning and a guitar-playing monkey will surprise and delight little ones and their families in this captivating spectacle.

For ages 4+

Jul
8
Sat
Fun, Creative Playful workshops for grown-ups…Laugh & Play your stress away! @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 8 @ 3:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Step out of life’s daily stresses and cares for a fun, creative and playful workshop. Jess is an experienced facilitator and will lead you through a series of exercises and games designed to put you at ease and bring out your playful streak. Lots of laughter and fun will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to re-enter the world with a little less weight of daily life on your shoulders.

Book before 1st July for a 20% discount
Pre booking necessary.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qQkbhdtoNA

Jul
12
Wed
Fun, Creative Playful workshops for grown-ups…Laugh & Play your stress away! @ Jacksons Lane
Jul 12 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Step out of life’s daily stresses and cares for a fun, creative and playful workshop. Jess is an experienced facilitator and will lead you through a series of exercises and games designed to put you at ease and bring out your playful streak. Lots of laughter and fun will leave you feeling refreshed and ready to re-enter the world with a little less weight of daily life on your shoulders.

Book before 1st July for a 20% discount
Pre booking necessary.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qQkbhdtoNA

Apr
9
Mon
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 9 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Apr
10
Tue
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 10 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Apr
11
Wed
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 11 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Apr
12
Thu
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 12 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Apr
13
Fri
Easter Holiday Movie Making @ Highgate Primary school
Apr 13 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
 
Make a superhero Movie full of stunts and special effects as you direct, shoot, crew and perform in your own movie this Easter Holiday.
9-13 April 2018, 9am-3pm each day
 
Ages: 7-14
 
From £265.00 
Locations: Balham, Highgate, Hampstead, Weybridge, Kensington, Dulwich
 
To book – head to www.sparks-ignite.com or call 020 7101 9329
Sep
21
Fri
Highgate Gallery Talk: KYFFIN WILLIAMS @ Highgate Gallery
Sep 21 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm

Rian Evans, Guardian critic and author of Kyffin Williams: The Light and the Dark (2018), discusses the work of Sir Kyffin Williams KBE RA.

8pm (doors open 7.30pm)

Entry £5 on the door (cash or cheque only).

Brochures and books for sale.

Landscape and portrait painter, draughtsman, lecturer, cartoonist and raconteur, Sir Kyffin Williams KBE RA is one of the most famous figures in Welsh art.  He spent much of his adult life in Highgate.  This talk is part of the Kyffin 100 celebrations in conjunction with Highgate School Museum.  Kyffin was senior art master at Highgate School from 1944 to 1973, and he also taught evening classes at the HLSI in the very hall hosting this talk.

Sep
3
Tue
Super Scrunchies, Tuesday 3rd September, 1pm. @ Aladdin’s
Sep 3 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Oct
29
Tue
Make an easy sew Cushion Cover @ Aladdin’s
Oct 29 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Make an easy sew Cushion Cover @ Aladdin’s

 

Does your home decor need a spruce up? Why not make a feature cushion cover from scratch. You might even want to upcycle an old shirt or family heirloom fabric to make a keepsake cushion for yourself, or as a Christmas present.
New members: You will need to bring a small sewing kit, and fabric scissors if you have them.
NB: Please email in advance if you are coming to the workshop and need a cushion pad by Tuesday 22nd. I will be placing a bulk order online. The cost will be approximately £2-3.

Join us at 1pm for lunch and crafting chat and 2pm for craft and coffee. All materials included or BYO fabric to upcycle. Sessions FREE on purchase of food or drink from Aladdin’s. Adults of all ages welcome including beginners.

Venue: Aladdin’s cafe, 1 Hazellville Road, N19 3LW. Parking nearby roads. Buses 41, 210 and 91 stop close by. https://www.instagram.com/communitycrafternoons

Nov
26
Tue
CRAFTIVIST CRAFTERNOON – Dare to Dream, Tuesday 26th November 2019, 1-4pm @ Aladdin's
Nov 26 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Join us to share your hopes and dreams for a future world by getting involved in a craft project with a difference. Inspired by the Dare to Dream Project by Sarah Corbett, Craftivist Collective, we will be using their Dream-making Kit as a basis for the workshop. All clouds will become part of a group mobile installation at Aladdin’s Cafe before being returned to crafters in December.
Please RSVP to book. Email: sujan.nandanwar@gmail.com
Come at 1pm for lunch and a chat about your recent ‘makes’ or at 2pm for coffee and crafting. All materials included or BYO fabric to upcycle. Sessions FREE on purchase of food or drink from our host, Aladdin’s Cafe, 1 Hazellville Road, N19 3LW.

Website: www.instagram.com/communitycrafternoons/
Find out more about the Dare to Dream Project: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/blog/a-cuppa-with-a-craftivist-in-conversation-with-sarah-corbett (Photo courtesy of Craftivist Collective)

Jan
14
Tue
Japanese Bookbinding: Book of Resolutions @ Aladdin's Furniture and Cafe
Jan 14 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Make your own pocket size notebook using Japanese bookbinding techniques. You could use it to make a record of your New Years Resolutions, shopping list, doodles or musings on life etc. This ancient technique is easy to learn and makes a sturdy notebook using just basic tools and no machinery. Please note some tools are sharp so do ask for assistance if necessary.

FREE WORKSHOP with a purchase of food or soft drinks from our host, Aladdin’s Cafe, 1 Hazellville Road, N19, 3LW. Adults of all ages welcome. Suitable for beginners. All materials provided.

NO BOOKING required but please RSVP by email to confirm attendance (to ensure there is sufficient material for you to use), thank you.

Jan
28
Tue
Bookbinding Taster with Embroidery @ Aladdin’s
Jan 28 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

 Tuesday 28th January, 2-4 pmJoin Community Crafternoons on Tuesday for our second bookbinding workshop. We will be using a single ‘signature’ technique. You will also embroider the cover with a personalised design.

If you have an image idea in mind please bring an A5 sized photocopy of this with you!

Crafternoons are FREE on purchase of any food or drink from Aladdin’s cafe. If you wish to have a meal, please arrive at 1pm. Adults of all ages are welcome and workshops are suitable for beginners. All materials and tools provided. Please bring your own to use if you wish.

Aladdin’s Vintage Furniture and Cafe,
1 Hazellville Road, N19 3LW.
Buses 41, 210 and 91 stop close by.
Parking nearby roads. Free after 2pm.

Community Crafternoons
www.instagram.com/communitycrafternoons
#communitycrafternoons
Blog: Sujan Nandanwar

Bookbinding illustration above courtesy of http://amyrobison.studio/book-binding-tutorial/.

Feb
25
Tue
Make a Pop-Up Mother’s Day or Easter Card @ Aladdin’s Vintage Furniture and Cafe
Feb 25 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Learn to make a 3D feature, paper roses, fancy bows and textured embellishments to adorn your cards. Join us and get creative!

All materials provided. We want to keep our workshops as sustainable as possible, so please bring any used wrapping paper, greetings cards, trimmings or ribbons to upcycle in the workshop.  

Crafternoons FREE to all customers of Aladdin’s Cafe, with a cup of coffee, soft drink or cake. (Adults only).

Aladdin’s Vintage Furniture and Cafe,1 Hazellville Road, N19 3LW.

 
Community Crafternoons

Blog: www.facebook.com/Sujan.Nandanwar 

Mar
10
Tue
International Women’s Day Crafternoon, @ Aladdin’s Vintage Furniture and Cafe
Mar 10 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm


Want to Stitch Suffragettes, Embroider Education Pioneers and Celebrate famous Career Women?
Then join us for a special Crafternoon next Tuesday 10th March to celebrate International Women’s Day 2020.

By creating a ‘Dangerous Pocket’ about a famous woman, then and now, we remember those who have led the way and empower us in our own journeys.

PLEASE BRING an A6 size photocopy of a famous woman or someone you know who inspires you AND a pocket from pair of jeans or trousers.

Workshop FREE to any customer of our host Aladdin’s Vintage Furniture and Cafe, 1 Hazellville Rd, N19 3LW.

Workshop inspired by Paula MacGregor’s Dangerous Pockets IWD Project 2019, #dangerouspockets, http://www.paulamacgregor.com/dangerous-pockets-project.html.

Oct
18
Sun
⏱FAST ART: Paul Klee – Enchanted Garden; Adults, FREE @ Zoom Online
Oct 18 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm


 

MATERIALS
– Plain paper A4, 2-3 sheets, eg junk mail with one plain side
– Colour magazines, newspapers, wrapping paper scraps (NOT foil based), coloured craft paper
– PVA glue or Pritt Stick
– Scissors/Safety Scissors
– Black Sharpie Pen/Marker Pen/Felt Tips
PLEASE NOTE: Requires use of scissors. Children should be supervised at home.

BOOK DIRECT on Meetup link http://meetu.ps/e/Jqhs8/JFhjn/a
OR by email for Zoom link to sujan.nandanwar@gmail.com.

Follow Community Crafternoons: https://instagram.com/communitycrafternoons
https://www.facebook.com/sujan.nandanwar

Community Crafternoons, Craft for Wellbeing, Art for All.

 

Oct
25
Sun
⏱FAST ART: Matisse – Seascape / Garden; Adults, FREE @ Zoom Online
Oct 25 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm


 

MATERIALS
– Plain paper A4, 2-3 sheets, eg junk mail with one plain side
– Colour magazines, newspapers, wrapping paper scraps (NOT foil based), coloured craft paper
– PVA glue or Pritt Stick
– Scissors/Safety Scissors
– Black Sharpie Pen/Marker Pen/Felt Tips
PLEASE NOTE: Requires use of scissors. Children should be supervised at home.

BOOK DIRECT on Meetup link http://meetu.ps/e/Jqhs8/JFhjn/a
OR by email for Zoom link to sujan.nandanwar@gmail.com.

Follow Community Crafternoons: https://instagram.com/communitycrafternoons
https://www.facebook.com/sujan.nandanwar

Community Crafternoons, Craft for Wellbeing, Art for All.

 

Sep
9
Fri
The Guy in the Luggage Rack @ Jacksons Lane
Sep 9 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Daisy is doing her best to keep her chin up and her head down – but as the first anniversary of her mum’s death approaches she begins to realise grief isnʼt something she can put aside indefinitely, and whether she’s willing to admit it or not, things aren’t fine.

From the silly to the sublime to the scary to the ridiculous, Daisy wrestles (sometimes literally) with her grief – Ian, a 6-foot invisible bald guy with a lot of luggage – eventually discovering that by letting him into her world she is able to reconnect with the memory of her mother.

Combining physical comedy with striking aerial acrobatics and an original, constantly moving aerial set, the debut live show from She Said Jump draws on theatre clown, circus and puppetry to tackle the themes of grief and bereavement with a light and playful touch.

Suitable for ages 8+

Nov
20
Sun
Family Circus Cabaret @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 20 @ 12:00 pm – 12:50 pm

Ready for a show that’s not just for kids?

This is a circus cabaret, and it’s for the whole family.

Brain Fools are bringing their fantastic circus friends on stage and showcasing their many talents. You’ll see performers juggle, spin, fly high in the sky and dazzle with amazing feats!

There will be family-friendly acts and exciting acrobatics. With a fabulous compère to keep you entertained between acts.

Brain Fools is led by Finn and Toffy, recent graduates of National Centre for Circus Arts.

Suitable for ages 3+

Family Circus Cabaret @ Jacksons Lane
Nov 20 @ 3:00 pm – 3:50 pm

Ready for a show that’s not just for kids?

This is a circus cabaret, and it’s for the whole family.

Brain Fools are bringing their fantastic circus friends on stage and showcasing their many talents. You’ll see performers juggle, spin, fly high in the sky and dazzle with amazing feats!

There will be family-friendly acts and exciting acrobatics. With a fabulous compère to keep you entertained between acts.

Brain Fools is led by Finn and Toffy, recent graduates of National Centre for Circus Arts.

Suitable for ages 3+