Followed by mulled wine and festive fare at 10A (The Highgate Society).
Collection and donations in aid of Little Village Camden.
A fundraising event for HLSI and Highgate Society
Catherine Budgett-Meakin tells the story of her Trans-Siberian railway journey, illustrated with slides.
Booking essential: https://members.hlsi.net/Event-Booking/EventId/50
(Non-members can also book using this link!)
Thursday 30th January 2020
7.00 pm to 9.00 pm
10A South Grove N6 6BS
Helen Lawrence will speak about her new ground-breaking book, THE SAVING OF HAMPSTEAD HEATH: A Story of People Power, which gives us a new perspective on the campaigns to save Hampstead Heath. It makes clear that the need for vigilance to protect the Heath did not end with the “saving” of its core area in the 1870s, but continued until well into the later 20th century and is still essential. Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Helen has been Chairman of the Heath and Hampstead Society, a Trustee of the London Forum and a Trustee of Civic Voice.
Entry to the meeting is £5 (plus 98p booking fee), booked through Eventbrite (click here.)
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/how-hampstead-heath-was-saved-tickets-88273369023?utm_term=eventurl_text
Meeting 9:30am on the dates shown. Each event will last an
hour.
8th February 10A South Grove
7th March Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
11th April Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
9th May 10A South Grove
13th June Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
11th July Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
8th August 10A South Grove
12th September Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
10th October Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
14th November 10A South Grove
12th December Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
Purpose: Collecting litter and reporting any other issues we find to the
relevant Council team for follow up action.
Equipment: We will supply litter picker sticks, gloves and rubbish bags.
Please bring your own litter picker if you have one. Buckets
are also useful as an alternative to keeping litter bags
open. We will collect in rubbish bags at the end.
Safety: We will give a short briefing at the start of each session and
will stick together as a group. We will have a first aid kit.
Any questions: Please e mail infrastructure@highgatesociety.com
14th February 2020 7.30 pm 10A South Grove N6 6BS Sing or recite your favourite songs and poems – original verses welcome! Or just come along and listen. Entry £10 to include love-themed refreshments.
Meeting 9:30am on the dates shown. Each event will last an
hour.
11th January Shepherds Hill,
8th February 10A South Grove
7th March Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
11th April Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
9th May 10A South Grove
13th June Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
11th July Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
8th August 10A South Grove
12th September Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
10th October Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
14th November 10A South Grove
12th December Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
Purpose: Collecting litter and reporting any other issues we find to the
relevant Council team for follow up action.
Equipment: We will supply litter picker sticks, gloves and rubbish bags.
Please bring your own litter picker if you have one. Buckets
are also useful as an alternative to keeping litter bags
open. We will collect in rubbish bags at the end.
Safety: We will give a short briefing at the start of each session and
will stick together as a group. We will have a first aid kit.
Any questions: Please e mail infrastructure@highgatesociety.com
Meeting 9:30am on the dates shown. Each event will last an
hour.
8th February 10A South Grove
7th March Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
11th April Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
9th May 10A South Grove
13th June Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
11th July Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
8th August 10A South Grove
12th September Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
10th October Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
14th November 10A South Grove
12th December Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
Purpose: Collecting litter and reporting any other issues we find to the
relevant Council team for follow up action.
Equipment: We will supply litter picker sticks, gloves and rubbish bags.
Please bring your own litter picker if you have one. Buckets
are also useful as an alternative to keeping litter bags
open. We will collect in rubbish bags at the end.
Safety: We will give a short briefing at the start of each session and
will stick together as a group. We will have a first aid kit.
Any questions: Please e mail infrastructure@highgatesociety.com
Highgate Society French Circle. All welcome. £5 on the door.
Meeting 9:30am on the dates shown. Each event will last an
hour.
8th February 10A South Grove
7th March Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
11th April Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
9th May 10A South Grove
13th June Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
11th July Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
8th August 10A South Grove
12th September Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
10th October Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
14th November 10A South Grove
12th December Shepherds Hill, outside the Library
Purpose: Collecting litter and reporting any other issues we find to the
relevant Council team for follow up action.
Equipment: We will supply litter picker sticks, gloves and rubbish bags.
Please bring your own litter picker if you have one. Buckets
are also useful as an alternative to keeping litter bags
open. We will collect in rubbish bags at the end.
Safety: We will give a short briefing at the start of each session and
will stick together as a group. We will have a first aid kit.
Any questions: Please e mail infrastructure@highgatesociety.com
Highgate Society vs HLSI Tuesday May 12 th 7.30 for 8.00pm at 11 South Grove Feeling quizzical? It’s time for the annual challenge between HiSoc & HLSI. Come and join your fellow Society Swots for an evening of fun – frustration – frivolity and ultimate victory? See you there?!
Friday 15th May 2020
7.30 pm
These worrying COVID times have given us ever more reason to focus on becoming healthier and strengthening our immune defenses but while there is a lot of information out there, it is mostly incomplete or conflicting and sometimes even a repeat of myths. At this interactive chat we will discuss the fundamentals, simple hacks, handy tips and debunk some myths along the way focussing on the latest scientific studies to help you optimise your time and money for the best returns.
This is an online meeting delivered through Zoom. To participate click here to complete the booking form. You will be sent a link via email prior to the meeting.
An illustrated talk by Richard Webber and Michael Hammerson.
This is an online meeting delivered through Zoom. To participate click here to complete the booking form. You will be sent a link via email prior to the meeting.

Monday 25th May 2020
7.30 pm
An illustrated discussion between Siri Zanelli and Andrew Sulston in which they tell of their own experiences and travels and offer tips for visitors, covering topics including Japanese society, the worlds of education, work and leisure, linguistic challenges and more.
This is an online meeting delivered through Zoom. To participate click here to complete the booking form. You will be sent a link via email prior to the meeting.
The Highgate House Party continues on Boogaloo Radio on Friday evenings.
Tune in online between 5.00 pm and 7.00 pm to hear interviews and music DJ’d by Dan Carrier of Camden New Journal. Go to Boogalooradio.com and click on TUNE IN. Check the Highgate Society Instagram account for updates.
The Poets Group is now meeting online via Zoom. Time tbc!
New members are welcome. The next meeting is on June 2nd. For more information and log-in details contact Richard Downes on r.downes@yahoo.co.uk;

- Our info@coffeecomputers.org email address is available to answer questions and offer guidance on all matters & issues
- Our Coronavirus Support page provides links to official support services and local voluntary groups
- The weekly emails will continue to keep us all in touch and we will aim to also offer handy tips & advice
- We have compiled a list of useful Resources & Guides, e.g. how to get started with the various communication tools that are available
- We are investigating various technologies whereby one-to-one help could be offered using via online video & audio calls
The Highgate House Party continues on Boogaloo Radio on Friday evenings.
Tune in online between 5.00 pm and 7.00 pm to hear interviews and music DJ’d by Dan Carrier of Camden New Journal. Go to Boogalooradio.com and click on TUNE IN. Check the Highgate Society Instagram account for updates.
Stuck Inside Survival Guide – Finance, Fashion & Couples Time
Monday 8th June 8.00 pm
A talk by three North London Entrepreneurs:
The Highgate House Party continues on Boogaloo Radio on Friday evenings.
Tune in online between 5.00 pm and 7.00 pm to hear interviews and music DJ’d by Dan Carrier of Camden New Journal. Go to Boogalooradio.com and click on TUNE IN. Check the Highgate Society Instagram account for updates.
Travellers’ Tales: In Search of the Bedouin
Monday 15th June 7.00 pm
Louise Sibley will talk about leading nine women on a month-long journey, following the story of the modern Bedouin right across the Middle East.
To book click here
The Highgate House Party continues on Boogaloo Radio on Friday evenings.
Tune in online between 5.00 pm and 7.00 pm to hear interviews and music DJ’d by Dan Carrier of Camden New Journal. Go to Boogalooradio.com and click on TUNE IN. Check the Highgate Society Instagram account for updates.
The Great Highgate Bake Off
Saturday 20th June 2020 10.00 am
We have all been baking a lot during lockdown, so The Highgate Society invites you to the Highgate Festival Bake-Off.
Whether you just progressed from banana bread or have impressed neighbours and family with your amazing cakes for a long time, this casual zoom event is for you. Kick off the first Highgate Festival Saturday with your best cake, impress your neighbours, and due to current restrictions: eat it all yourself.
First meeting: 10 am for meet and greet, and some technical tips.
Second meeting: 4 pm for show off, some laughs and tasting – and finally judging by Kate of www.cakeishappening.co.uk
We look forward to seeing you, and your cake!
Choose a category:
2020 Fair in the Square – save the date
Launch event of the local #BuildBackBetter campaign organized by local organizations driving action for climate, social and economic change in our post-COVID world. A range of local speakers will address these themes from a global and local perspective.
Register in advance for this webinar:
https://zoom.us/webinar/
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
“The Shell Collector”
Monday 22nd June 7.00 pm
Local author Robert Lyons will talk about his recently published book – a fictionalised account of a real-life 1970’s financial scandal. Robert is donating all royalties from the book to NHS Charities Together. To book click here.
The Pen Demics Live
The Pen Demics AKA The Highgate Society Poetry Group and friends look back on the Pandemic. What did they find there? Do poets on Lock Down know if anyone in Highgate is alive?
Join the Pen Demics on Zoom to let them know. Contact r.downes@yahoo.co.uk
Thurs 25 June 7.30pm
In this interactive chat Monica Martini will discuss the fundamentals, simple hacks and handy tips and debunk some myths along the way. To book click here