Welcome to your July Newsletter Sharing the latest guides, activities and resources from Age UK Islington and other local organisations. From July Islington street festivals to South Asian Heritage month and speciality exercise classes, there's some wonderful activities and events coming up that you might want to know about! Don't forget your photo ID when you vote at the UK-wide General Election on Thursday 4 July. Have you started to feel like you could do with a little extra help at home? Maybe you could use a hand with the housework, gardening or shopping? Or perhaps you’re finding it harder to move around your house, or with things like bathing, showering or getting dressed.
Whether you are getting older, have a health condition or disability, it can sometimes be hard to ask for help. However, there is support available and we have put together an article, including useful contacts, links to useful guides and details of how Age UK Islington can help. Even if you are managing fine, it can be useful to know what the options are - either to prepare for a possible need in the future or in case someone you know is in need of support. GET TOGETHERS & SUPPORT GROUPS Please note that booking is essential for all Age UK Islington activities. Age UK Islington Get Togethers Did you know that Age UK Islington provides a number of weekly and monthly regular Get Together activities, including social sports get togethers, dance fitness, Park Cuppas, online music appreciation and more? Let's Talk Peer Event July date & venue to be confirmed
Let’s Talk is a relaxed, informal way to share information and to keep informed. We are looking to move to a different venue on a regular basis to give a fair chance for everyone to attend. We will be sharing the July date and venue in a mailing to Age UK Islington clients within the next week. Details also available from the Age UK website homepage and helpline after 8th July. Park Cuppa Special Edition with British Museum Wednesday 3 July, 11am – 12noon Cally Clock Tower Centre, Caledonian Park, N7 9PL Following the success of last month's Park Cuppa with the British Museum, they will be joining us for another Park Cuppa session, but this time at the Cally Clock Tower Centre. We'll be exploring ordinary objects with extraordinary craftsmanship that help us in our daily lives. Find out more about unusual and readily available materials people have used around the world - from ancient traditions such as barkcloth and gourds, to recycled tins and bottle tops. Come along, enjoy a cuppa and explore! British Red Cross First Aid Training Thursday 11 July, 11am - 12.30pm North Library, Manor Gardens, London N7 6JX Are you interested in learning essential, life-saving first aid skills to help in an emergency? If so, our first aid workshop might be for you. These are interactive workshops, run by experienced British Red Cross educators, that build your confidence to help someone in a first aid emergency, using everyday objects around you. Summer Intergenerational Event Saturday 20 July, 10am - 1.30pm Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, N5 1PH Celebrating community and nature. We’ll be enjoying crafts, live music and nature talks. Free food and hot drinks. Event will be both inside and outside. It is wheelchair accessible. Just drop-in, no need to book. Park Cuppa Special Edition with Nature Walk Wednesday 31 July, 11am-12noon Cally Clock Tower Centre, Caledonian Park, N7 9PL As a change to our regular weekly Park Cuppa event at Cally Clock Tower centre, we'll be starting with a short gentle walk around Caledonian Park led by Heritage Outreach Officer, Christopher. Take in nature, ponder the history, and enjoy the changing seasons. We'll go back to the centre for a cuppa and a chat. Dementia friendly. As there are a limited number of places, clients who have not previously attended will be given priority booking. Click below to request a place and we will confirm your place in advance of the event.
Thursday 4 July, 2pm This month's Park Theatre Get Together is the performance Miss Julie. It's a pay-what-you-can performance and there's a social beforehand. Please note we are informed the day before the number of tickets that are available, so will only be able to confirm if you have a place the afternoon before. Tuesday 30 July, 2 - 4pm Our monthly Breakfast Club Get Together is taking place at this popular Angel cafe. Please note that this venue is not accessible - there are five steps to access the cafe and a flight of stairs to get to the toilets. Pickleball (for adults 50yrs+)
Mondays 10am-12pm
Islington Tennis Centre & Gym, Market Rd, N7 9PL A new session for people aged 50+. Join us for a social game and a cup of tea or coffee. All abilities are welcome. For more information, please contact: Mikael.Kiviniemi@gll.org. Sessions cost £2.60 per week. Healthy Generations Remedial Osteoporosis classes
New online session starting Monday 1 July at 6pm Petra Hind is starting a brand new online Remedial Osteoporosis class on Monday evenings at 6pm due to popular demand from people who couldn't make the day time classes. Petra is also running in-person classes on Wednesdays at 10am at Cat and Mouse Library. Health and Nature Walk in Gillespie Park Friday 5 July, 10am Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, London N5 1PH Give yourself a monthly boost and join our monthly walk around Gillespie Park in Islington. The walk is for people who would like to learn about how the park is changing over the seasons to discuss new plant and wildlife as they flourish over the summer period.
Chat to local people or simply enjoy nature. The centre is wheelchair accessible and the walk we take can be wheelchair friendly with a day's notice upon request. The walk will be followed by tea and biscuits together. If you have any questions about the walk, please email ecologycentre@islington.gov.uk. Boxing Fitness events for adults with or at risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Islington Every Saturday 10.30-11.30am from 6th July Claremont Project, 24 White Lion St, London N1 9PD We are delighted that new classes are starting from 6th July. Get fit and fight against Type 2 Diabetes with these Champions 4 Change boxing fitness classes. There is a donate button on Eventbrite for people who would like to make a contribution but it is not mandatory.
The Cally Festival
Sunday 7 July, 1 –6pm
Caledonian Road area, N1 1WP The vibrant streets of London's Caledonian Road will come alive once again on the 7th of July, as The Cally Festival returns for another spectacular year of community celebration and cultural immersion. Age UK Islington will be there on a stall, so come by and say hello! In addition to the array of activities and performances, you can tantalise your taste buds with an eclectic selection of food and refreshments. The Main stage, Discovery zone, Calm zone and more await you. Click below for the full programme. MARK-IT Stall
Saturday 6 July 11.30am-4.30pm
Chapel Market, Angel Please drop by for MARK IT STALL, hosted by older people - the Saturday Socials Art Group, artist Lucy Steggals and Cubitt at Chapel Market on 6th July from 11.30am-2pm. On the day you will be invited to choose from a carefully curated menu of creative cups - small art studios that fit in the palm of your hand. This will be followed by a relaxed creative community drop-in session with Cubitt from 3-4.30pm. This is a drop-in event - no need to book. Zaha Hadid Foundation Monthly Art Workshop
Wednesday 10 July 10.30am - 1.30pm
The Peel, Three Corners Centre, Northampton Road, EC1R 0HU
We'll be making sculptures out of clay and natural materials. Beginners are welcome and all materials will be provided. Light refreshments will be served. For more info and to sign up for a session, contact Kimberley - 07535 975244 / k.bottomley@peelinstitute.org.uk Whitecross Street Party, EC1
Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 July, 12 – 6pm The Whitecross Street Party (WXSP) uses street art and performance to bring people together. Every July, we take over for one weekend, in celebration of this radical community, at one of London’s most distinctive locations. You Can Grow That Here Sunday 14 July, 3-5pm
Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, N5 1PH This session will enhance knowledge and experience of food from other cultures that can be grown in the British climate. Participants will explore various fruits and vegetables and will look more deeply at the benefits and uses of one crop in particular, cho-cho (aka chayote or christophine), including how to grow and use it. This workshop is being organised by Islington Council and Black Rootz, a multigenerational growing project providing opportunities for Black and racially minoritised growers with the aim of improving the food system. Click below to contact the Islington Ecology Centre for more information. ‘Find your strength’ gambling webinar (online)
Tuesday 16 July, 10.30am–11.30am Organised by GamCare, join them and others to hear Nikki’s story, from experience of gambling harm to a journey of recovery. Free textile upcycling and repair workshop
Tuesday 16 July, 10am-4pm
FC Designer Collective, 113-115, Fonthill Road, N4 3HH
Free upcycling and repair support with tuition. Delivered to you by Islington Council and Fashion-Enter Ltd. Boxercise Taster Session
Wednesday 17 July, 11am
The Peel, Three Corners Centre, Northampton Road, EC1R 0HU
Ever fancied trying a new type of exercise? We've got a FREE Boxercise taster session at The Peel. Expect non-contact boxing where you will learn, stance, defensive manoeuvres, foot movements, how to throw punches correctly and an an assortment of bodyweight exercises to develop all round fitness. No experience necessary! All abilities welcome.
Contact Kimberley - 07535 975244 / k.bottomley@peelinstitute.org.uk Waterlow Park: Tending to our Grief Reflective Walks
Every Friday, meet 10.45am, 11am–12.30pm
St Joseph’s Church, 107 Highgate Hill, N19 5NE This is a new project, providing regular reflective walks on Friday mornings at Waterlow park and Highgate Cemetary. The focus of these groups is to spend some time exploring feelings of grief (not only limited to bereavement), while allowing ourselves space and time in a natural setting. It is a gentle morning, and although there are opportunities to share, this is not expected. As it is outdoors, appropriate weather clothing is recommended. To book, contact: jane.faulkner5@nhs.net /07974 840 156. “Free to be me”: A Panel Discussion to Celebrate South Asian Heritage Month in Islington Tuesday 30 July 2024, 5.30pm-7pm
Islington Town Hall, Upper Street, N1 2UD The Mayor of Islington, Cllr Anjna Khurana, warmly invites you to join her at her panel event to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month 2024! The theme of South Asian Heritage Month this year is ‘Free to be Me’ The panel discussion in the Council Chamber at Islington Town Hall and will be followed by light vegetarian refreshments. If you are interested in attending, please email the Mayor’s Office the mayor@islington.gov.uk or call 020 7527 3113. Healthwatch Islington Project on Home Care Services If you or a loved one receive care at home you can get free, independent information and advice about health and care services from Healthwatch Islington. They are also interested in hearing your feedback about your experiences of home care. What works well and what needs to be improved? To share your views on home care or request information and advice get in touch with Healthwatch: phone 07849 161494 or email megan@healthwatchislington.co.uk Contacting Age UK Islington 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.
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