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Dear Islington Resident,
Welcome to Age UK Islington's July newsletter!
We hope that you were able to take part in some of the events that we hosted in June, together with partner organisations. There was so much on and the weather was amazing. It was great to see so many faces new and old at Let's Get Back Together events (20-24 June), with the Windrush Day Celebration and Dame Esther's 82nd Birthday in the middle of the week. Over 250 people attended events!
For unpaid carers, we had Carers Week (7-13 June) and again it was great to see more unpaid carers coming together in-person to take part in wellbeing events and to meet the team.
For some great photos of the events, more about the theme of getting back together in person and how this continues throughout our work, please click the button below!
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NEWS & SPECIAL EVENTS
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Keep active this summer!
Discover what is happening outdoors here in Islington this summer! Local walks are a great way to get gentle, but very effective exercise, with the opportunity to meet others at the same time. Greater London Walks has got funding for a series of Islington walks this summer, free to adults 50yrs+ and perfect for exploring different areas of Islington.
If walking is not for you, there are lots of other options available to get outside and take part in some gentle and not so gentle exercise. Hoping that you'll find inspiration to get outside and enjoy the summer by reading this article with details of what's on offer locally.
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Return of an "old favourite" from Tuesday 26 July 2-4pm!
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We're happy to announce that one of our most missed get togethers is back on a monthly basis starting in July. Join Age UK Islington and the Breakfast Club team for a chat and a cuppa on the last Tuesday of the month at the Breakfast Club, Angel, N1.
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Bowling Taster Sessions Fri 15 July, 9 Sept, 11am - 12.30pm
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The 'Bowls Club' has taken over Finsbury Square Bowling Green throughout this summer. They are inviting Age UK Islington's clients to try a shorter, faster form of lawn bowls under the guidance of their experienced team. It's an opportunity to try out bowling, totally free of charge. Whether you're an experienced player or a beginner, come along and enjoy it!
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Ceramics Course Wednesdays 6-27 July, 2.30- 4.45pm
Cally Clock Tower Centre, N7
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Age UK Islington and Create are hosting a series of four Ceramics workshops for adults aged 50+. Looking and experimenting with different ceramics and clay techniques, we will explore the theme of Nature over the four Wednesdays in July. No ceramics or clay experience is required! There are limited spaces.
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Guided Tour of the latest Estorick Exhibition Mon 11 July, 2 - 3.30pm
Join Estorick Collection education staff for a guided tour of the exhibition 'Archipenko and the Italian Avant Garde'. The exhibition gives an insight into the relationship between Ukrainian-born American artist Alexander Archipenko (1887-1964) and the masters of Italian modern art. Afterwards there will be time to chat with others and explore the works and the permanent art collection.
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Special edition of our weekly online Painting Appreciation
Tuesday 5th July, 11am-12noon
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Join Islington based artist Julio Cesar Osorio for a presentation about his recent exhibition 'Golden Years Portraits'. In this exhibition Osorio has showcased his series of paintings conceived to honour the generation who have been hardest hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. The exhibition consisted of a series of paintings of older adults, featuring famous people and some local ones too.
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OUR REGULAR GET TOGETHERS & SUPPORT GROUPS
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Let's Talk Peer Event Wednesday 20 July, 10.30am
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Let's Talk Peer Event provides the opportunity to talk about anything and everything that's to do with Islington - whether it's something you're having difficulties with or something you've discovered that you want to share. July's session will be taking place on Zoom only, but host Shamin will be giving a talk on Financial Support available in the community. There will be plenty of time to contribute, or just listen as you choose.
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Park Theatre Get Together & Show Thursday 7 July, 2pm
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Our much loved Park Theatre shows continue, for Age UK Islington clients. The matinee 'pay-what-you-can' performance on The play on 7th July is '9 Circles'. Booking with Age UK Islington is essential and tickets will be on a "first-come-first-served basis"! Start with tea or coffee and a chat in a reserved area on the 2nd floor (Park Pizza) and then make your way to the performance which starts at 3.15pm.
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Take a Tech Break Thursdays fortnightly, 12 - 1pm
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Are you getting the most from your smartphone? Struggling to use your pc? Join us for our friendly, fortnightly Tech Break sessions! On Thurs 14th find out about "Apps everyone should have in their smartphones - Part II" and on Thurs 28th: Recap of Hot Topics covered January - June 2022. For a full list of digital support sessions run by Age UK Islington and those run by Healthwatch Islington (on Mondays) click here. If you are struggling with technology, let us know and we can link you to support!
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NETWORK EVENTS & PROJECTS
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Free Swimming Lessons for 60yrs+
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Irongmonger Row Baths and Highbury Leisure Centre are offering free swimming lessons for people aged 60 and over. Sessions will start the first week of July and run as a 10 week block. Lessons are run in partnership with Islington Council.
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Wellbeing Drop-ins 7 & 14 July
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Islington Council is hosting a number of exciting wellbeing drop ins over the next few weeks. These are free events where anyone can drop-in to find out more about Islington Council and partner services and what they can offer. Find out about support and activities available for people of all ages plus information, advice and guidance.
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Save money on your food bills
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Are you struggling with your food bills? You might be interested to hear about the Bags of Taste free ‘Cooking At Home Course’ for Islington residents. The aim is to try out making healthy meals for not much more than 50p a portion.
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Contacting Age UK Islington
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If you are finding things difficult and need someone to talk to, don't forget that you can call the Age UK Islington Helpline on 020 7281 6018 (Mon to Fri 9am to 5pm) or email gethelp@ageukislington.org.uk.