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Sep
11
Wed
Tourism; What lies behind the sunshine and smiles? @ United Reformed Church Lower Hall
Sep 11 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Talk by Guyonne James

TOURISM:

WHAT LIES BEHIND THE SUNSHINE AND SMILES?

 

Guyonne is an expert and activist in Sustainability, Tourism and Development

Oct
23
Wed
LONDON’S WASTE: FROM HUMP IT OR DUMP IT – TO THE CIRCULAR ECONOMY @ Highgate Library
Oct 23 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

 

 

 

How should London manage waste and recycling? What are the options and are we doing it right?

Come and discuss with Highgate and Dartmouth Park Transition members concerned about waste and climate change.

 

Find out more: Transitionhighgate.org

 

 

 

 

 

 

with Dartmouth Park Transition Group

 

Wednesday October 23 at 20.00

Highgate Library

Chester Road, N19 5DH  

London’s Waste:

 

From Hump it and Dump it

to the Circular Economy

 

Mike Webster

Development Manager at the

London Community Resource Network

This talk is the final of four about how well prepared London is for the challenge of Climate Change. 

The first covered ‘Water’, the second ‘Food’, and the third ‘Transport’

 

 

Find out more: Transitionhighgate.org

 

 

 

Apr
12
Sat
HERE COMES THE SUN! Solar on your rooftop, solar for your community, your school – and more @ St Michael's School
Apr 12 @ 10:00 am – 2:30 pm
HERE COMES THE SUN! Solar on your rooftop, solar for your community, your school – and more    @ St Michael's School | London | United Kingdom

A new event from the Highgate Society’s “21st Century Homes: character – comfort – low carbon” initiative.

HAVE YOU EVER WONDERED about putting solar panels on your roof to generate electricity or produce hot water?  Are you interested in how it can work on schools, community buildings or businesses?   Have you been thinking it might be interesting to put some funds into a community solar project?   Perhaps you are just interested to see how it works?

Then come to our Saturday event at St Michael’s school, Highgate – meet national and local experts, including installers, and speak with neighbours about their solar roofs!

Come and find out about

  • how a solar roof could work for you
  • current government incentives
  • what it costs
  • solar options for conservation areas
  • solar PV for electricity
  • solar thermal for hot water (and maybe even heating)
  • solar on schools and community buildings
  • what about investing in a community solar scheme?
  • planning guidelines and building regulations
  • finding professional advice
  • the solar revolution!

TALKS (correct as at 2 April – times to follow soon)

Solar in the UK – towards a Million Solar Roofs (Leonie Greene of the Solar Trade Association)

Why solar? Why now? (Dermot Barnes of Ecodomus)

Solar for hot water – and heating (Dominic Skeaping, London Solar)

Nuts and bolts of a solar PV roof (Jon Cowdrill, Joju Solar)

How communities are building solar in London and beyond (Agamemnon Otero, Repowering London)

Financing solar on your roof (Cara Jenkinson, Muswell Hill Sustainability Group)

Solar and the new Renewable Heat Incentive (Leonie Greene of the Solar Trade Association)

Haringey: the sunshine borough (Haringey’s solar programme) (Ben Brown, London Borough of Haringey)

 

EXHIBITORS (correct as at 2 April)

SOLAR INSTALLERS

Ecodomus installs renewable technologies for commercial, community and domestic projects (solar PV and solar thermal) see website

Evo Energy  “design, supply and install solar photovoltaic (PV) and solar thermal systems for homes and business across the UK. Evo Energy  are Renewable Energy Association Installer of the Year”. see website

London Solar is a “small company of experienced installers based in Hackney. Specialising in high efficiency heating systems, installing boilers, heating controls, hot water systems and solar thermal systems. Giving clear advice and high quality work, to lower the financial and environmental costs of using heat.”  see website

Joju Solar ” solar installations for home owners, businesses, public authorities and community organizations.”(solar PV and solar thermal) see website

NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS

10:10 solar schools. “Schools are a good thing. Solar power is a good thing. We think 10:10 is a pretty darn good thing. What if we could combine all three?” see website

Solar Trade Association ‘Million Solar Roofs’ The STA works in conjunction with its members to achieve the right regulatory framework and incentives for solar to deliver an increasing contribution to the UK’s electricity and heating needs see website

 

LOCAL GROUPS AND LOCAL AUTHORITIES

Green Camden “is here to help you reduce your environmental impact. Our tips and advice can help you save money, reduce waste, and get involved in your local community.“ see website

Highgate Society “making Highgate a better place in which to live and work, now and in the future. Ensuring that any changes made in the environment enhance the amenity of the area and encouraging sound planning and improving public transport. see website

Muswell Hill Sustainability Group we’re a fast-growing group of local residents concerned about climate change and sustainability. Our aim is to reduce carbon emissions and waste in the Muswell Hill and surrounding areas, encouraging residents, local businesses and community groups to live more sustainably. see website

St Michael’s School (solar PV system) “At St Michael?s we aim to help all our children meet their potential through a love of learning”. See website for pictures of solar system

PLEASE NOTE: Inclusion of any companies of organisations in this list does not constitute a recommendation by the Highgate Society or its members!

 

 

Oct
26
Mon
Handa’s Surprise @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 26 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm

Travel to Kenya this half term and follow in Handa’s footsteps as she journeys to see her best friend Akeyo, in the next village. Handa is taking 7 delicious fruits as a surprise – but 7 different animals have 7 very different ideas… could you resist the sweet-smelling guava? How about a ripe red mango or a tangy purple passion fruit?

A blend of physical performance, puppetry, live music and song combine to create an intimate, magical production with audience participation. Come and share in the magical tangerine surprise!

Ages 2-6

“A SHORT, SUNSHINY LITTLE SHOW WITH A DELICIOUS CITRUS FINISH.” CRITICS’ CHOICE TIME OUT

10.30AM, 12PM, 2PM & 3PM (3PM TUE & FRI ONLY)

Oct
27
Tue
Handa’s Surprise @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 27 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm

Travel to Kenya this half term and follow in Handa’s footsteps as she journeys to see her best friend Akeyo, in the next village. Handa is taking 7 delicious fruits as a surprise – but 7 different animals have 7 very different ideas… could you resist the sweet-smelling guava? How about a ripe red mango or a tangy purple passion fruit?

A blend of physical performance, puppetry, live music and song combine to create an intimate, magical production with audience participation. Come and share in the magical tangerine surprise!

Ages 2-6

“A SHORT, SUNSHINY LITTLE SHOW WITH A DELICIOUS CITRUS FINISH.” CRITICS’ CHOICE TIME OUT

10.30AM, 12PM, 2PM & 3PM (3PM TUE & FRI ONLY)

Oct
28
Wed
Handa’s Surprise @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 28 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm

Travel to Kenya this half term and follow in Handa’s footsteps as she journeys to see her best friend Akeyo, in the next village. Handa is taking 7 delicious fruits as a surprise – but 7 different animals have 7 very different ideas… could you resist the sweet-smelling guava? How about a ripe red mango or a tangy purple passion fruit?

A blend of physical performance, puppetry, live music and song combine to create an intimate, magical production with audience participation. Come and share in the magical tangerine surprise!

Ages 2-6

“A SHORT, SUNSHINY LITTLE SHOW WITH A DELICIOUS CITRUS FINISH.” CRITICS’ CHOICE TIME OUT

10.30AM, 12PM, 2PM & 3PM (3PM TUE & FRI ONLY)

Oct
29
Thu
Handa’s Surprise @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 29 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm

Travel to Kenya this half term and follow in Handa’s footsteps as she journeys to see her best friend Akeyo, in the next village. Handa is taking 7 delicious fruits as a surprise – but 7 different animals have 7 very different ideas… could you resist the sweet-smelling guava? How about a ripe red mango or a tangy purple passion fruit?

A blend of physical performance, puppetry, live music and song combine to create an intimate, magical production with audience participation. Come and share in the magical tangerine surprise!

Ages 2-6

“A SHORT, SUNSHINY LITTLE SHOW WITH A DELICIOUS CITRUS FINISH.” CRITICS’ CHOICE TIME OUT

10.30AM, 12PM, 2PM & 3PM (3PM TUE & FRI ONLY)

Oct
30
Fri
Handa’s Surprise @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 30 @ 10:30 am – 3:00 pm

Travel to Kenya this half term and follow in Handa’s footsteps as she journeys to see her best friend Akeyo, in the next village. Handa is taking 7 delicious fruits as a surprise – but 7 different animals have 7 very different ideas… could you resist the sweet-smelling guava? How about a ripe red mango or a tangy purple passion fruit?

A blend of physical performance, puppetry, live music and song combine to create an intimate, magical production with audience participation. Come and share in the magical tangerine surprise!

Ages 2-6

“A SHORT, SUNSHINY LITTLE SHOW WITH A DELICIOUS CITRUS FINISH.” CRITICS’ CHOICE TIME OUT

10.30AM, 12PM, 2PM & 3PM (3PM TUE & FRI ONLY)

Mar
26
Sun
Swish and Style @ Jacksons Lane
Mar 26 @ 12:30 pm – 3:00 pm

Tired of your t-shirts? Wish you had some different dresses? Save money by bringing along your unwanted (but wearable) clothes to our Swish and Style event and go home with a new-to-you outfit, all for free!

It’s simple. Have a clear out and bring good quality clothes to one of our seven events. For each item you bring, you get a token that you can exchange for another garment (maximum 10 items). Everything is free, everything is clean and everything will be re-worn and re-loved.

How it works

For the first hour (12.30 – 1.30), everyone is invited to drop off their clothes, shoes and accessories that they want to donate. Whilst we busily sort them into style and hang them on hangers, you’ll be free to check out the workshops – learning how to do simple fixes to your clothes and how to upcycle them into something completely different – a jumper becomes a hot water bottle cover, a treasured Babygro becomes a patchwork memory blanket and an old t-shirt becomes a bag. If you have any clothes that need a little TLC, bring them along and our seamstress can fix them for you for free while you wait.

The from 2pm until 3pm, you get to look through all the clothes and choose what you want. If you love it, take it. It’s first come, first served – but no elbows please!

What can you bring?

Please bring along:

  • Clean and wearable clothes, shoes and accessories
  • No damage, holes and stains
  • You can bring women’s, men’s, children’s and baby clothes
  • No underwear please, unless in sealed, unworn condition

Anything that we deem unacceptable will be given back to you and you will not be given a token. We have the right to turn away any item.

Please note only adults will be allowed at events. Parents with children under the age of 12 can bring them but they must remain under the parents’ supervision at all times.

Any clothes that are left over at the end of the event will be donated to the Salvation Army.

Apr
6
Sat
The Village Square, Highgate presents Kenny Charles & The Stomping Crew Tribute concert to the Legendary George Benson @ The Village Square
Apr 6 @ 9:00 pm – Apr 7 @ 3:00 am

About this Event

Come and be wowed and enjoy an evening with Kenny Charles and the Stomping Crew in this phenomenal one of a kind tribute concert to George Benson.

This exclusive venue is dedicated to offering the best atmosphere for live music where you can dance all night long.

This performance will be held on Saturday 6th of April 2019 and will host Kenny and a few guest musicians.

DJ Chech mans the wheels of steel from midnight as he thrills and drops various hit classics of the 80’s, 90’s and beyond.

Remember to come along with your ID for security checks before being allowed in the venue.

Dress Code: Smart

Tickets on the door will be sold at £10 and cash only, please ensure you take advantage of the online ticket sales to secure your space as tickets are limited.

The ticket is valid for only one event

Oct
16
Sun
Baby Gospel @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 16 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am

Baby Gospel is an uplifting family concert of soul, Motown and gospel music, featuring the astonishing vocal talents of London’s CK Gospel Choir.

The whole family can enjoy singing and clapping along to hits by Marvin Gaye, Bob Marley, Adele, Jackie Wilson, Pharrell and more – as well as some traditional Gospel songs and nursery rhymes. Concerts are baby-friendly and open to all ages from newborns to school age to grandparents.

CK Gospel Choir are a versatile professional group from London who are united by their love of gospel music and have provided backing for artists such as Beverley Knight, Peter Andre and Alfie Boe.

“The most uplifting and relaxing activity we have ever done together as a family” Curious Life of a Mummy

Suitable for newborns and up

Baby Gospel @ Jacksons Lane
Oct 16 @ 11:30 am – 12:30 pm

Baby Gospel is an uplifting family concert of soul, Motown and gospel music, featuring the astonishing vocal talents of London’s CK Gospel Choir.

The whole family can enjoy singing and clapping along to hits by Marvin Gaye, Bob Marley, Adele, Jackie Wilson, Pharrell and more – as well as some traditional Gospel songs and nursery rhymes. Concerts are baby-friendly and open to all ages from newborns to school age to grandparents.

CK Gospel Choir are a versatile professional group from London who are united by their love of gospel music and have provided backing for artists such as Beverley Knight, Peter Andre and Alfie Boe.

“The most uplifting and relaxing activity we have ever done together as a family” Curious Life of a Mummy

Suitable for newborns and up