Friday, 7 November 2008
Days Out in Leeds
Abbey House Museum
Step back in time and wander through life-like Victorian streets, seeing the high street, shops, schools and houses as they used to look like. There is also the unique opportunity to step into the pages of a nursery rhyme meeting Humpty Dumpty and seeing the house that Jack built! This interactive exhibition allows history to come to life.
Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, Leeds, LS5 3EH. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and from 12 noon – 5 p.m. on Saturday. It is closed on Mondays. The admission charge is £3.50 for adults, £1.50 for children, £5 for a family and free for under 5s.
Harewood House
Harewood House, home to the Queen's cousin, the Earl of Harewood, boasts splendid State Rooms, beautiful formal gardens and relaxing woodland walks. There is plenty to do here, making it a splendid day out for all the family. For example, explore the 'Below Stairs' exhibition following in the footsteps of the staff who have serviced the House since its creation. Equally, have a look at the 'Harewood 1807' exhibit that looks out how the house was funded with money made from the West Indian sugar trade.
Harewood House, Harewood, LS17 9LG. Prices and opening times vary depending on the season. Have a look at www.harewood.org for more information.
Henry Moore Institute
The Henry Moore Institute is known internationally for its many and varied sculpture exhibitions, including both historic and contemporary sculpture. The Institute also has an active research programme and holds an extensive, specialist library.
74 The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 3AH. Open daily from 10.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. except Wednesday when it is open until 9.00 p.m. Visit www.henry-moore-fdn.co.uk
Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds Art Gallery, located in the city centre, holds a world class collection of 20th Century British art- one of the best collections outside London. Exhibitions have included 'The great horse paintings of Stubbs”, “Artist and camera- ways of looking” and “The wonder and the horror of the human head”.
Leeds Art Gallery, The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 3AA. Closed on Bank Holidays. Mon - Tues 10am - 8pm. Wed 12pm - 8pm. Thurs - Sat 10am - 5pm. Sunday 1pm - 5pm. Admission free. Visit www.leeds.gov.uk/artGallery for more information.
Leeds City Museum
A new, free, fantastic exhibition has been opened in Millenium Square with a host of permanent and exhibitions. The six permanent exhibitions include “Ancient Worlds” where you can explore the everyday life of the Greeks and Romans through the objects they left behind. Also, in “Life on Earth” you get to explore our planets history over the last 540 million years. Temporary exhibitions include 'Eating Creepy Crawlies”; and there will be one on faiths in the city which will include a section on the Jewish community.
Leeds City Museum, Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 8BH. Closed Mondays except bank holidays (11am - 4pm). Tue, We, Fri 11am - 6pm. Thurs 11am - 8pm. Sat and Sun 11am – 5pm. Visit: www.leeds.gov.uk/cityMuseum
Lotherton Hall
This is an Edwardian country house, formerly belonging to the Gascoigne family, and is a treasure trove of arts, crafts and music. Come visit the exhibitions before walking through the formal, wooded and wildflower gardens. Lotherton Hall is surrounded by a red deer park and bard gardens which houses an important collection of rare and endangered species.
Lotherton Lane, Aberford, Leeds, LS25 3EB. Admission is to the house is £3.00 for adults and £1.00 for children (accompanied by an adult). Visiting the grounds is free. See www.leeds.gov.uk/lothertonhall
Middleton Railway
Opened in 1758, Middleton Railway is celebrating 250 years of continuing operation. This, the oldest working railway, runs into Middleton Park at the edge of Yorkshire's largest ancient forest. The trains, departing every forty minutes) are hauled by both steam and diesel locomotives (the former is usually on a Sunday and the latter usually on a Saturday.
Moor Road Station, LS10 2JQ. Adult- £4.50, Child- £2.50, Family (2 adults, 3 children)- £12. Visit www.middletonrailway.org.uk
Royal Armouries
Housed in a multi-million pound, purpose based building, is a large part of the national collection of arms and armouries. Tour through the five galleries- war, tournament, oriental, self-defence and hunting- and see over 8500 objects. There is a lot more to do with falconry shows, horse shows and real jousting!
Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive, LS10 1LT. Open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Entrance is free but some events may charge. www.royalarmouries.org
Temple Newsam House and Estate
Referred to as “the Hampton Court of the North”, this great English country house is set in grand and beautiful parkland with one of the largest, working rare breed farms in Europe. The house is famous as the birth place of Lord Darnley, notorious husband of Mary, Queen of Scots. In this Tudor-Jacobean mansion, there lies a wonderful collection of fine and decorative arts including paintings, furniture, silver, ceramics, textiles and wallpapers. After exploring the house, view the rare breeds and explore the park and woodland.
Temple Newsam House, Temple Newsam Road, Off Selby Road, LS15 0AE. The admission charge is £3.50 for adults, £2.50 for children and £9.00 for families. Closed Mondays except bank holidays (10.30am - 4pm). Tue - Sun 10.30am - 4pm. Last admission 45 mins before closing. Visit: www.leeds.gov.uk/templeNewsamhouse
Thackray Museum
“Telling the story of medicine” in a fun, stimulating way. Visit one of Thackray's many exciting exhibitions. For example, in as “Leeds 1842” experience the sights and sounds of Victorian Leeds! In this hands-on exhibition you can choose one of the characters and see whether they survive Victorian healthcare. Another example is “Hannah Dyson's Ordeal” where you get to experience the horrors of 1820s surgery. As well as exhibitions there are medical collections, libraries, shop and cafeteria.
Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7LN. Open daily 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Prices are £5.50 for adults, £4.50 for concessions and £4.00 for children. A family ticket is available for up to 2 adults and 3 children for £18.00. Visit www.thackraymuseum.org
Thwaite Mill
“Feel the force of nature and see life how we used to live!” Visit a fully restored, working watermill 'nestled' on an island between the River Aire and the Aire and Calder Navigation. Prebook a tour that will take you round the mill, waterwheel, industrial machinery, engineers workshops, the riverbanks and wildlife. Also, visit “Thwaite House”- a Grade 2 listed Georgian House where the mill manager used to live. See how they managed to live self-sufficiently on the island.
Thwaite Lane, Stourton, Leeds, LS10 1RP. Call 0113 2762887 to prebook visit. See www.leeds.gov.uk/thwaitemills
Tropical World
A realistic atmosphere of the tropics is created in Roundhay Park in Leeds! Enter different houses and see colourful fish, tropical cacti, different species of butterfly; as well as many other species you would be more likely to see in South America than here. The whole environment is recreated including features such as waterfalls and swirling pools.
Roundhay Park, Leeds, LS8 2ER. Open 10.00 a.m. until early evening. Ring 0113 2370754 for more details. Admission charges apply.
Step back in time and wander through life-like Victorian streets, seeing the high street, shops, schools and houses as they used to look like. There is also the unique opportunity to step into the pages of a nursery rhyme meeting Humpty Dumpty and seeing the house that Jack built! This interactive exhibition allows history to come to life.
Abbey House Museum, Abbey Walk, Leeds, LS5 3EH. The museum is open Tuesday-Friday and Sunday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. and from 12 noon – 5 p.m. on Saturday. It is closed on Mondays. The admission charge is £3.50 for adults, £1.50 for children, £5 for a family and free for under 5s.
Harewood House
Harewood House, home to the Queen's cousin, the Earl of Harewood, boasts splendid State Rooms, beautiful formal gardens and relaxing woodland walks. There is plenty to do here, making it a splendid day out for all the family. For example, explore the 'Below Stairs' exhibition following in the footsteps of the staff who have serviced the House since its creation. Equally, have a look at the 'Harewood 1807' exhibit that looks out how the house was funded with money made from the West Indian sugar trade.
Harewood House, Harewood, LS17 9LG. Prices and opening times vary depending on the season. Have a look at www.harewood.org for more information.
Henry Moore Institute
The Henry Moore Institute is known internationally for its many and varied sculpture exhibitions, including both historic and contemporary sculpture. The Institute also has an active research programme and holds an extensive, specialist library.
74 The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 3AH. Open daily from 10.00 a.m. to 5.30 p.m. except Wednesday when it is open until 9.00 p.m. Visit www.henry-moore-fdn.co.uk
Leeds Art Gallery
Leeds Art Gallery, located in the city centre, holds a world class collection of 20th Century British art- one of the best collections outside London. Exhibitions have included 'The great horse paintings of Stubbs”, “Artist and camera- ways of looking” and “The wonder and the horror of the human head”.
Leeds Art Gallery, The Headrow, Leeds, LS1 3AA. Closed on Bank Holidays. Mon - Tues 10am - 8pm. Wed 12pm - 8pm. Thurs - Sat 10am - 5pm. Sunday 1pm - 5pm. Admission free. Visit www.leeds.gov.uk/artGallery for more information.
Leeds City Museum
A new, free, fantastic exhibition has been opened in Millenium Square with a host of permanent and exhibitions. The six permanent exhibitions include “Ancient Worlds” where you can explore the everyday life of the Greeks and Romans through the objects they left behind. Also, in “Life on Earth” you get to explore our planets history over the last 540 million years. Temporary exhibitions include 'Eating Creepy Crawlies”; and there will be one on faiths in the city which will include a section on the Jewish community.
Leeds City Museum, Millennium Square, Leeds, LS2 8BH. Closed Mondays except bank holidays (11am - 4pm). Tue, We, Fri 11am - 6pm. Thurs 11am - 8pm. Sat and Sun 11am – 5pm. Visit: www.leeds.gov.uk/cityMuseum
Lotherton Hall
This is an Edwardian country house, formerly belonging to the Gascoigne family, and is a treasure trove of arts, crafts and music. Come visit the exhibitions before walking through the formal, wooded and wildflower gardens. Lotherton Hall is surrounded by a red deer park and bard gardens which houses an important collection of rare and endangered species.
Lotherton Lane, Aberford, Leeds, LS25 3EB. Admission is to the house is £3.00 for adults and £1.00 for children (accompanied by an adult). Visiting the grounds is free. See www.leeds.gov.uk/lothertonhall
Middleton Railway
Opened in 1758, Middleton Railway is celebrating 250 years of continuing operation. This, the oldest working railway, runs into Middleton Park at the edge of Yorkshire's largest ancient forest. The trains, departing every forty minutes) are hauled by both steam and diesel locomotives (the former is usually on a Sunday and the latter usually on a Saturday.
Moor Road Station, LS10 2JQ. Adult- £4.50, Child- £2.50, Family (2 adults, 3 children)- £12. Visit www.middletonrailway.org.uk
Royal Armouries
Housed in a multi-million pound, purpose based building, is a large part of the national collection of arms and armouries. Tour through the five galleries- war, tournament, oriental, self-defence and hunting- and see over 8500 objects. There is a lot more to do with falconry shows, horse shows and real jousting!
Royal Armouries Museum, Armouries Drive, LS10 1LT. Open daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Entrance is free but some events may charge. www.royalarmouries.org
Temple Newsam House and Estate
Referred to as “the Hampton Court of the North”, this great English country house is set in grand and beautiful parkland with one of the largest, working rare breed farms in Europe. The house is famous as the birth place of Lord Darnley, notorious husband of Mary, Queen of Scots. In this Tudor-Jacobean mansion, there lies a wonderful collection of fine and decorative arts including paintings, furniture, silver, ceramics, textiles and wallpapers. After exploring the house, view the rare breeds and explore the park and woodland.
Temple Newsam House, Temple Newsam Road, Off Selby Road, LS15 0AE. The admission charge is £3.50 for adults, £2.50 for children and £9.00 for families. Closed Mondays except bank holidays (10.30am - 4pm). Tue - Sun 10.30am - 4pm. Last admission 45 mins before closing. Visit: www.leeds.gov.uk/templeNewsamhouse
Thackray Museum
“Telling the story of medicine” in a fun, stimulating way. Visit one of Thackray's many exciting exhibitions. For example, in as “Leeds 1842” experience the sights and sounds of Victorian Leeds! In this hands-on exhibition you can choose one of the characters and see whether they survive Victorian healthcare. Another example is “Hannah Dyson's Ordeal” where you get to experience the horrors of 1820s surgery. As well as exhibitions there are medical collections, libraries, shop and cafeteria.
Beckett Street, Leeds, LS9 7LN. Open daily 10.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. Prices are £5.50 for adults, £4.50 for concessions and £4.00 for children. A family ticket is available for up to 2 adults and 3 children for £18.00. Visit www.thackraymuseum.org
Thwaite Mill
“Feel the force of nature and see life how we used to live!” Visit a fully restored, working watermill 'nestled' on an island between the River Aire and the Aire and Calder Navigation. Prebook a tour that will take you round the mill, waterwheel, industrial machinery, engineers workshops, the riverbanks and wildlife. Also, visit “Thwaite House”- a Grade 2 listed Georgian House where the mill manager used to live. See how they managed to live self-sufficiently on the island.
Thwaite Lane, Stourton, Leeds, LS10 1RP. Call 0113 2762887 to prebook visit. See www.leeds.gov.uk/thwaitemills
Tropical World
A realistic atmosphere of the tropics is created in Roundhay Park in Leeds! Enter different houses and see colourful fish, tropical cacti, different species of butterfly; as well as many other species you would be more likely to see in South America than here. The whole environment is recreated including features such as waterfalls and swirling pools.
Roundhay Park, Leeds, LS8 2ER. Open 10.00 a.m. until early evening. Ring 0113 2370754 for more details. Admission charges apply.
Thursday, 6 November 2008
Remberance Sunday: AJEX service
Leeds AJEX Memorial Service
This Sunday coming is Remembrance Sunday remembering the sacrifices of the armed forces and civillians in times of war, specifically since the first world war. Please come along and support this event that the Association of ex-Jewish service men and women (AJEX) are putting on in the Jewish community. Details below-
Date: Sunday 9th November
Venue: B.H.H. Synagogue grounds
March past- Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire and Lord Mayor of Leeds: 2.55pm
Service: 3.00pm
Light refreshments and presentations to youth: 3.30pm
This Sunday coming is Remembrance Sunday remembering the sacrifices of the armed forces and civillians in times of war, specifically since the first world war. Please come along and support this event that the Association of ex-Jewish service men and women (AJEX) are putting on in the Jewish community. Details below-
Date: Sunday 9th November
Venue: B.H.H. Synagogue grounds
March past- Lord Lieutenant of West Yorkshire and Lord Mayor of Leeds: 2.55pm
Service: 3.00pm
Light refreshments and presentations to youth: 3.30pm
Organisations of the community: Neshama
We can all, without even realising, suffer some form of mental distress. At times like this, we are all in need of support and advice. Neshama offer a free, confidential Counselling Service for those people who are going through difficult or distressing times, in a way that;s culturally sensitive to the community's needs.
NESHAMA aims to help Jewish people between the ages of 16-60 who require support. It is managed by Janine Field and supported by a fully qualified Social Work team. Each worker works individually with service users to offer a comprehensive package of care and support.
They also run art therapy sessions, outreach support and provide supported housing. If you require any of these service, please contact Janine Field on 0113 269 4211 or email janine.field@ljwb.co.uk
Wednesday, 5 November 2008
November's JLife
The November edition of JLife is out- the monthly glossy news and lifestyle magazine for Leeds 17 and the Leeds Jewish community. If you haven't seen it already it can be picked up from Donisthorpe, The Kosherie, David Lloyd, Chalutz, Headfirst, The Zone, MAZ Centre, Street Lane Dental and Bagel Nash. Alternatively, check it out online at http://www.jlifeleeds.com/
This issue contains:
•News, pictures and upcoming events from around the community
• A journey to Poland's past and present- a look at the five-day journey to Poland with Arek Hirsh, holocaust survivor, being planned by Makor, The Zone and the Jewish Agency
•Food and Drink Guide '08- 4 page guide to best dining out spots in your area
•Style and substance- looking at Milan's Jewish history as well as its sites and culture
•Plan of Action- the 'interview in focus' with.. well... ME! :-)
•Gifts Galore- a look at inspired gift ideas for Chanukah, whatever your budget
•...and lots more with lifestyle, fashion, body matters and film reviews
This issue contains:
•News, pictures and upcoming events from around the community
• A journey to Poland's past and present- a look at the five-day journey to Poland with Arek Hirsh, holocaust survivor, being planned by Makor, The Zone and the Jewish Agency
•Food and Drink Guide '08- 4 page guide to best dining out spots in your area
•Style and substance- looking at Milan's Jewish history as well as its sites and culture
•Plan of Action- the 'interview in focus' with.. well... ME! :-)
•Gifts Galore- a look at inspired gift ideas for Chanukah, whatever your budget
•...and lots more with lifestyle, fashion, body matters and film reviews
Leeds' Personalities: Selig Brodetsky
SELIG BRODETSKY
•Born in Olviopol in Ukraine
•Much of his work was on the mathematics of aeroplanes! He also wrote books on scientific figures such as Isaac Newton.
•After lecturing at Bristol university, he arrived in Leeds in 1920 where he remained until 1948. He was to be appointed ‘Chair of Applied Mathematics’
•He joined the Zionist Synagogue in Brunswick Street, set up the Zionist Council and organised the first visit of Dr. Chaim Weizmann to Leeds
•Positions held include: President of Leeds B’nai Brith, President of Hebrew University, as well as being on the executive of the World Zionist organisation
• Has the Jewish primary school in North Leeds named after him as well there being the annual "Selig Brodetsky memorial lecture" at the University of Leeds.
•Born in Olviopol in Ukraine
•Much of his work was on the mathematics of aeroplanes! He also wrote books on scientific figures such as Isaac Newton.
•After lecturing at Bristol university, he arrived in Leeds in 1920 where he remained until 1948. He was to be appointed ‘Chair of Applied Mathematics’
•He joined the Zionist Synagogue in Brunswick Street, set up the Zionist Council and organised the first visit of Dr. Chaim Weizmann to Leeds
•Positions held include: President of Leeds B’nai Brith, President of Hebrew University, as well as being on the executive of the World Zionist organisation
• Has the Jewish primary school in North Leeds named after him as well there being the annual "Selig Brodetsky memorial lecture" at the University of Leeds.
Tuesday, 4 November 2008
Leeds Jewish Pride Awards
Leeds Jewish Pride Awards
Celebrate the unsung heroes of our community by voting in the Leeds Jewish Pride Awards 2008. Cast your votes at www.leedsjewishprideawards.co.uk/finalists.asp and remember to do it by the 26th November
The nominations are:
Business Person
•Diane Saunders ("Always there to help with people's problems in all walks of life")
•Emilie Carrie ("A great role model for young Jewish business person")
•Simon Cohen ("Young, vibrant entrepeuneur with charisma & great business idea")
Carer
•Barbara Berson ("For single-handedly caring for her husband full time at the age of 78")
•Kay Smith ("Gives her best at all times to all people")
•Tracey Sapier ("Will go anywhere and do anything if it's a chance to make things better")
Community Staff Member
•Raina Sheaf ("Does fantastic work for the youth with her Zone work")
•Sara Wilcock ("Always got a smile when running the me and my parent class")
•Sharon Bedford ("Does her job well. It's nice to have someone who cares")
Sports Person
•Bradley Wine ("Enthusiastic, determined, fantastic team player - supports Jewish teams")
•David Lee ("Very good at table tennis. Gives 100 per cent")
•Oliver Ziff ("Excellent triathlon athlete- dedicated to his studies and community work")
Community Volunteer
•Nikki Ross ("Commitment beyond the call of duty")
•Rosalind Peters ("Gives generously of her time and also financially without asking for reward and recognition")
•Sagi Yechezkel ("Does so much for the people around him and cares that everyone is happy")
Educator
•Becky Teiger ("Puts so much effort and dedication into her work and pupils")
•Rabbi Sufrin ("Respectful of all whatever their needs")
•Simon Camby ("He has almost single-handedly given Brodetsky the breath of life again")
Leeds Jewish Personality of the Year
•Francine Levin ("Granted the wishes of thousands of children as founder of Make A Dream charity")
•Hilda Mitchell ("Always sees the positive side to everything")
•Regina Waldman ("Works constantly for the good of many charities and has energy well beyond her years")
LJWB staff member
•Avril Gaunt ("Very caring person, sets an example to all the Board")
•Judi Frankenthal ("Provides a superb quality service to those she works with, serves and feeds"
•Ray Proctor ("A very cheerful and helpful gentleman")
LJWB Volunteer
•Alan Davidson ("Unsung hero")
•Bernice Pearlman ("Is always tehre, gives freely of her time")
•Hilda Mitchell ("A true inspiration who would be hard to replace")
Neigbour
•Denise Surr ("Kindness and support of many in time of need")
•Minnie Solaman ("Loving, caring and always there")
•Nicole Myerson ("Always willing to help")
Celebrate the unsung heroes of our community by voting in the Leeds Jewish Pride Awards 2008. Cast your votes at www.leedsjewishprideawards.co.uk/finalists.asp and remember to do it by the 26th November
The nominations are:
Business Person
•Diane Saunders ("Always there to help with people's problems in all walks of life")
•Emilie Carrie ("A great role model for young Jewish business person")
•Simon Cohen ("Young, vibrant entrepeuneur with charisma & great business idea")
Carer
•Barbara Berson ("For single-handedly caring for her husband full time at the age of 78")
•Kay Smith ("Gives her best at all times to all people")
•Tracey Sapier ("Will go anywhere and do anything if it's a chance to make things better")
Community Staff Member
•Raina Sheaf ("Does fantastic work for the youth with her Zone work")
•Sara Wilcock ("Always got a smile when running the me and my parent class")
•Sharon Bedford ("Does her job well. It's nice to have someone who cares")
Sports Person
•Bradley Wine ("Enthusiastic, determined, fantastic team player - supports Jewish teams")
•David Lee ("Very good at table tennis. Gives 100 per cent")
•Oliver Ziff ("Excellent triathlon athlete- dedicated to his studies and community work")
Community Volunteer
•Nikki Ross ("Commitment beyond the call of duty")
•Rosalind Peters ("Gives generously of her time and also financially without asking for reward and recognition")
•Sagi Yechezkel ("Does so much for the people around him and cares that everyone is happy")
Educator
•Becky Teiger ("Puts so much effort and dedication into her work and pupils")
•Rabbi Sufrin ("Respectful of all whatever their needs")
•Simon Camby ("He has almost single-handedly given Brodetsky the breath of life again")
Leeds Jewish Personality of the Year
•Francine Levin ("Granted the wishes of thousands of children as founder of Make A Dream charity")
•Hilda Mitchell ("Always sees the positive side to everything")
•Regina Waldman ("Works constantly for the good of many charities and has energy well beyond her years")
LJWB staff member
•Avril Gaunt ("Very caring person, sets an example to all the Board")
•Judi Frankenthal ("Provides a superb quality service to those she works with, serves and feeds"
•Ray Proctor ("A very cheerful and helpful gentleman")
LJWB Volunteer
•Alan Davidson ("Unsung hero")
•Bernice Pearlman ("Is always tehre, gives freely of her time")
•Hilda Mitchell ("A true inspiration who would be hard to replace")
Neigbour
•Denise Surr ("Kindness and support of many in time of need")
•Minnie Solaman ("Loving, caring and always there")
•Nicole Myerson ("Always willing to help")
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