Representatives’ Surgeries

Please note that this section only lists surgeries held in Haringey
Libraries

Alexandra Ward Cllr Nigel Scott

Alexandra Park Saturday 7th May 10.00 to 11am
Library Cllr David Beacham
Saturday 21st May 10.00 to 11.00am
Cllr Juliet Solomon
Thursday 19th May 10.00 to 11.30am
Bruce Grove Cllr Stuart McNamara
Ward Saturday 7th May 10.30 to 12.00pm
Marcus Garvey Cllr Joseph Ejiofor
Library Saturday 21st May 10.00 to 11.15am
Cllr Dilek Dogus
Friday 27th May 5.30pm to 6.30pm
Crouch End
Ward Cllr David Winskill
Hornsey Library Saturday 7th May 11.00am to 12.00pm

Highgate Library Cllr Paul Strang and Cllr Lyn Weber

(Shepherd’s Hill) Saturday 14th May 11.00 to 12.00pm
Surgeries will be rotated between Councillors
Strang and Weber.
Muswell Hill Cllr Jonathan Bloch
Ward Cllr Gail Engert
Muswell Hill Cllr Jim Jenks
Library Saturday 28th May 10.00 to 11.00am
Surgeries will be rotated between Councillors
Noel Park Ward Cllr James Stewart
Wood Green Saturday 7th May 10.30 am – 11.30 am
Library Cllr Alan Strickland
Saturday 14th May 10.30 to 11.30am
Cllr Pauline Gibson
Saturday 21st May 12.00 to 1.00pm
Representatives’ Surgeries
Please note that this section only lists surgeries held in Haringey
Libraries

Northumberland Cllr Kaushika Amin

Park Ward Saturday 7th May 10.00 to 11.00am
Coombes Croft Saturday 28th May 10.00 to 11.00am
Library Cllr Sheila Peacock
Saturday 14th May 10.00 to 11.00am
Saturday 21st May 10.00 to 11.00am
St Ann’s Ward Councillor Nilgun Canver
St Ann’s Library Saturday 7th May 11.00 to 12.00pm
Councillor Zena Brabazon
Saturday 14th May 11.00 to 12.00pm
Councillor David Browne
Saturday 21st May 11.00 to 12.00pm
Councillor Nilgun Canver
Saturday 28th May 11.00 to 12.00pm
Tottenham Cllr Bernice Vanier
Green Ward Saturday 14th May 10.30am to 12.00pm
Marcus Garvey Cllr Isidoros Diakides
Library Saturday 21st May 11.00am to 12.30pm
Cllr Richard Watson
Saturday 28th May 11.00 to 12.30pm
Tottenham Hale Cllr Reg Rice
Ward Saturday 7th May 10.30am to 12.00pm
Marcus Garvey Cllr Alan Stanton
Library Saturday 14th May 10.30am to 12.00pm
Cllr Lorna Reith
Saturday 28th May 11.00am to 12.30pm
Alexandra Park Library
Alexandra Park Road, London, N22 7UJ Tel: 020 8489 8770
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9 to 7, Sat 9 to 5 and Sun 12 to 4

Please note that Alexandra Park IT Suite will be closed on 5th May, for
the Referendum Alternative Vote Elections.

Special 50th Birthday Celebrations

Events In 2011 Alexandra Park Library will be celebrating its 50th birthday.
Throughout the year, we will be presenting a series of exhibitions,
events, competitions, quizzes and talks relating to the 1960s
when the library was first opened, finishing in December with a
party for all on the exact anniversary of opening.
Alexandra Park Library Community Choir
We rehearse on Wednesday evenings. New members welcome.
Please call the library for further details.
Wednesdays, 7.00 to 9.00pm
Meditation Group – A new monthly meditation group led by
local author and life coach Dave Robson
If you want to hear the still small voice of your heart, sooner or
later you must be still and silent, and listen… Learn the art of
witnessing through meditation, and bring greater balance and
insight to your life. Dave will be running a free introductory
session on 3rd May. For more information, phone Dave on 020
8374 7911 or email him on info@daverobsoncoaching.co.uk
Tuesday 3rd May, 7.15 to 8.30pm
Dealing with Life’s Issues
A new monthly mini-workshop facilitated by local author and life
coach Dave Robson. In the first session Do what you love, love
what you do, we will be looking at how you find your passion: if
you can, you are far more likely to be successful. Dave has ideas
to help you. Further details from Dave on 0208 374 7911 or
info@daverobsoncoaching.co.uk
Tuesday 10th May, 7.15 to 8.30pm
Evening Talk – Library Architecture
Architecture critic and local Resident Stephen Games will be
presenting a stimulating evening talk in May. He says: ‘The role of
the public library is in crisis, with new technology destroying
traditional reading habits; and yet where new libraries are being
built, their architecture has never been more confident and
exciting. How do we explain this apparent contradiction?’
Stephen weighs up the evidence and arguments in a lusciously
illustrated talk. Thursday 12th May, 7.15pm
 Digital Photography Taster Session
As part of Adult Learners’ Week, we are offering a free taster
session for the budding digital photographer. You will need to
book your place, as space is limited.
Tuesday 17th May, 12.30 to 2.30pm
Gardeners’ Question Time
Bring your gardening dilemmas to our panel of experts! The
session will be focusing especially on vegetables and fruit, but
other areas of interest will be welcome. If you have a question
relating to a problem plant, it will be helpful if you can bring a
cutting. Tuesday 24h May, 7.00pm
Health Event
Drop in to our library for an hour or so to enjoy a nutritional
smoothie, take a grip test, monitor your own blood pressure,
collect a free pedometre, check your weight and then reward
yourself with a piece of cake!
Thursday 19th May, 11.00 to 1.00pm
Alexandra Residents’ Association AGM
All welcome. Thursday 19th May, 7.30pm
Into the Heart of Borneo: A Powerpoint Presentation
You will visit Kuching, the capital of Sarawak; take a boat ride
down the mighty Rajang river; walk in the rain forests and
experience life in the long houses. Local resident Jill Gregory
will be presenting her pictures on screen, and leading a
discussion about this most interesting part of the world.
Thursday 26th May, 7.15pm
Lunchtime Concert
Peter Phipps – Peter will be presenting a programme of
Schubert, Chopin and Rag Time. Thursday 26th May, 12.30pm

Children’s Children’s Book Club

Events Between Shades of Gray by Ruta Sepetys.
Friday 27th May, 4.30pm
‘Movers and Shakers’
A half hour session incorporating songs, rhymes and baby
signing, instruments, bubbles and parachutes!
Tuesdays 10.30 to 11.00am for 12 months and under,
Wednesdays 10.00 to 10.30 for all ages,
Thursdays 10.00 to 10.30am for mixed ages,
Fridays 10.30 to 11.00am for toddlers.
Please call Gaby on 07817 420392 to book.
 Under 5s Singing Session
Mondays 10.30 to 11.00am
Stay and Play
Bring your children for a play session.
Wednesdays 10.30 to11.00am
Children’s Craft
Every Thursday from 3.00 to 4.30pm
Adult Senior Citizen’s Coffee Morning
events Every Thursday, 10.30 to 12.00 noon.
First Byte
Basic computer skills classes. Please call the library to book
your place. Every Tuesday 4.00 to 5.00pm.
FAPL Book Club
The Reader by Bernhard Schlink
Wednesday 11th May, 3.45pm
Portrait Drawing Class
Please call 07929 041291
Every Wednesday from 7.00 to 9.00pm
Exhibition- A Tunisian Village
Photographs by Don Holtum, to 12th May

Safer Neighbourhoods Public Meeting

To confirm date, contact
Alexandra Team 0208 721 2675

Hire a space at a Haringey Library

We have a wide range of rooms for hire, from hall and art galleries to small
rooms for hire.

You can rent an art gallery at Central or Hornsey Library for your
exhibition for as little as £80 per week community rate only
Hold a wedding reception at St Ann’s Library Hall
Have a quiet meeting at Highgate Library, Stroud Green Library or
Bruce Castle Museum contact Bruce Castle Museum directly on
0202 808 8772

For a complete list of available rooms and prices contact

Dawn Stern
Tel: 020 8489 2758 / 2761
Fax: 020 8489 2722
 50 YEARS OF MEMORIES
Celebrating 50 Years at Alexandra Park Library

Marking 50 years since the launch of our local landmark, a collection of

memories including the library history, lots of pictures and wonderful
individual pieces from people who have played a part in making our
community library a place worth celebrating.

Available at a FAPL event for £7.00, or order from the library for £7.50.
Coombes Croft Library
Tottenham High Road, London, N17 8AG Tel: 020 8489 8771
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

New! Thursday 5th May

PHASCA – x Tai –Chi 11.00 to 12 noon
Happy x Coping with High Blood Pressure 12 noon to 1.00pm
Opportunity- Thursday 12th May
Health and x Reflexology 11.00 to 12 noon
Well being x Exercise 12 noon to 1.00pm
sessions Thursday 19th May
x Health and Safety Training, from the first response
team 11.00 to 12 noon
x Risk Assessment 12 noon to 1.00pm
Thursday 26th May
x Crystal Healing 11.00 to 12 noon
x Exercise 12 noon to 1.00pm

A counsellor will be available throughout the duration of

this project.
New! Rise! Empowerment
Rise! Get Ready for Employment and Learn about;
Empowerment x In work benefits,
x Job search hints and tips,
x Support services
Every Wednesday, 11.00 to 12.30pm
x One to one, advice and guidance on employment.
Every Wednesday 1.00 to 3.00pm
Booking essential for this session
New! Family Family Learning: Family Language & Employment
Learning The course runs from 5 May to 14 July 2011
Course Thursdays, 1.00 to 3.30pm Booking essential.
Adult Learners HALS Taster Maths Workshop
Week Come along and have fun with maths!
Tuesday 17th May, 10.00 to 12 noon
Adult events Knitting, Crochet, Tapestry Workshop
Do knitting patterns leave you confused? Would you like to
create your own tapestry artwork or try embroidery? An
expert in all these areas is happy to share her skills and
expertise. Mondays, 1.30 to 3.00pm
 The Art Group
Artists will be holding a variety of Art workshops
Come along and explore different art medias
Every Wednesday, 11.30 to 1.00pm
The Adult Knitting and Crochet Club
Every Thursday from 2.00 to 3.30pm
French for beginners: conversation
Join a small group for conversation and a study of French,
grammar, vocabulary etc. Every Monday, 6.00 to 7.30pm
French for beginners: homework support
Support available for French homework as well as
conversation, and a study of grammar, vocabulary etc.
Every Wednesday, 6.00 to 7.30pm
The Coombes Croft Choir meet every Thursday
Interested? Please phone the library for dates in May.
The Book Club
The group meet on the third Thursday of the month.
Thursdays 6.00 to 8.00pm
ESOL Support
Learning English? Join a small group for conversation and a
study of English, grammar, vocabulary etc.
Every Wednesday, 9.30 to 11.00am
ESOL Support for beginners
Learning English? Join a small group for conversation and a
study of basic English, grammar, vocabulary etc.
Every Thursday 9.30 to 11.00am
The Computer Club
Learn basic IT skills using my guide online course.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday,
10.00 to 12.00 noon
Health Walks
Every Friday 11.00 to 12 noon.
Police Surgery
Every other Wednesday, 1.00pm to 2.00pm.
Please telephone the library for dates.
IAPT weekly counselling sessions
Mondays, 9.00 to 5.00pm. By appointment
IAPT will be holding a promotional table to highlight
services they provide to the community.
Tuesdays, 10th May, 10.00 to 3.00pm.
Young Adults Young People’s Health Officers will be available to give
advice and guidance on all areas of health and well being
including sexual health.
Please phone the library for dates and time.
 Wii Time!
Come along and test your skills.
Every Friday, 4.30 to 6.30pm.
Pupil and Family Mediation Office
Paul Ovam will be holding weekly surgeries for families who
have children attending primary and secondary schools.
Mondays from 4.00 to 6.00pm.
Children’s New! Drama and Book club
events Team Games, exploring stories, acting out scenes reading
the chosen book for homework and more!
Every Tuesday 3.30 to 5.30pm
Early Year’s drop ins
x Playtime with a lovely selection of toys followed by
nursery rhymes and story-time.
Every Monday, 9.30 to11.00am
x Play. Story time, Rhymes, songs and more!
Every Tuesday 9.30 to11.00am
x Art and crafts followed by story time and songs
Every Wednesday,9.30 to 11.00am
x With songs, music, and story time
Every Thursday, 9.30 to 11.00am
x Early Year’s drop in with Park Lane Children’s centre-
Play. Rhymes, songs and more!
Every Friday, 9.30 to 11.00
The Children’s Knitting & Craft Club
Thursdays Afternoons, 3.30 to 5.00pm.
Homework Support Club
Every weekday afternoon, 4.00 to 5.00pm.

Download electronic books and talking books to your computer,

e-reader, iPod for free!

Go to our digital catalogue at http://haringey.lib.overdrive.com

for details and a guided tour.

You can borrow up to 10 items, and…… there are NO FINES! The

book will delete itself after the loan period.
HALS (Haringey Adult Learning Service)
2nd Floor, Wood Green Library, High Road, N22 6XD
HALS offer a range of courses available for people over
the age of 19

HALS Summer Course Guide 2011 out now!

Courses starting in May, June, and July 2011

Enrol now for the following courses

x Well-Being Courses
x Creative Art Courses
x Business and Work
x Employability Skills Workshops
x Free English courses from Entry 2 to Level 1.
x You can study in the morning, afternoon or evening.
x Free Maths courses from Entry 1 to Level 1.
o You can study in the morning, afternoon or evening.
x ESOL courses from Entry 1 to Level 1
o You can study in the morning, afternoon or evening
x Digital inclusion – Wider Skills
x Computer Courses – Start IT
x Microsoft Applications for Beginners
x Accredited courses – ECDL Courses
o New ECDL Essentials; ECDL Extra Spreadsheet Software; ECDL Extra
x Media & Digital Technologies
x Languages

HALS Employment and Learning Advisers provide accessible, impartial

and confidential careers information and advice to help all adults to make
right choices about skills, qualifications and career options.

Book an appointment.
x Telephone 020 8489 2500/2596
x Visit HALS reception, 2nd Floor Wood Green Library
x Drop In Service (2nd Floor Wood Green Library)
Thursdays between 5.00pm to 7.00pm
 10% discount available for members of Haringey Libraries and
Haringey Registered Carers.

For Information:
• Enrol on the ground floor reception, Wood Green Central Library
• Call 020 8489 2500
• Telephone enrolments 020 8489 2596
• Pick up a programme guide from any Haringey Library
• Check online at www.haringey.gov.uk/halsprogramme

Summer enrolments from Tuesday 3rd May to Saturday 7th May

Main advice and enrolment sessions

At
Wood Green Learning Centre, 2nd Floor at Wood Green Library

Tuesday 3rd May 10:00 to 7:00pm

Wednesday 4th May 10:00 to 7:00pm
Thursday 5th May 10:00 to 7:00pm
Saturday 7th May 10:00 to 2:00pm

Course advice
Counselling course advice and information is available on Wednesdays
between 4.30pm - 6.15pm Book an appointment on 020 8489 2500 or at
HALS reception, 2nd Floor, Wood Green Library
.
Book Keeping & Saturday 7 May 10.30am to12.30pm
Computerised Accounts
Languages Saturday 7 May 10.30am to 2.00pm

Counselling courses
Counselling course advice and information is available on Wednesdays
between 4.30pm to 6.15pm. Book an appointment on 020 8489 2500 or at
HALS reception, 2nd Floor, Wood Green Library
Marcus Garvey Library Wood Green Library Muswell Hill Library
Tottenham Green Leisure Centre, N15 4JA. High Road, N22 6XD. T: 020 8489 2780 Queens Avenue, N10 3PE.
T: 020 8489 5309 T: 020 8489 8773
Abstract Art through Music
CV Writing & IAG 2:00 – 4:00pm Sat 14 May CV Writing & IAG
2:00 – 4:00pm, Mon 16 May 2:00- 4:00pm, Wed 18 May
Silver Surfers
(Booking essential) How to fill out online forms Alexandra Park Library
ESOL Assessments 1 - 3pm, Mon 16 May Alexandra Park Road, N22 4UJ.
T: 020 8489 8770
2:00 – 4:00pm, Thu 19 May A Roman Tour-Talking Italian
6:30 – 8:30pm, Mon 16 May Digital Photography
Hornsey Library 2:30 – 2:30pm, Tue 18 May
Haringey Park, N8 9JA. T: 020 8489 1118 Internet Security
Display of Artwork How to protect your kids online St. Ann’’s Library
Sat 14 – 20 May 9.30 -11.30am, Tue 17 May Cissbury Road, N15 5PU T: 020 4849 8775

A Spanish Tour-Talking Create your Own Cartoon Digital Photography

Spanish 9.30 – 11.30am, Thu 19 May 12:30 – 2:30pm, Wed 19 May
10.30 – 12.30pm, Mon 16 May Photoshop painting Origami Taster
Having Fun with Numbers 10.00 -12.00pm, Fri 20 May 10:30 – 12:30pm, Fri 20 May
10:00 – 12:00pm, Tue 17 May Art Mixed Media
Demonstration and exploration
Stroud Green Library
Coombs Croft Library 10.30-12.30 Fri 20 May
Quernmore Road, N44QR
T 020 8489 8776
Tottenham High Rd, N178AG
T: 020 8489 8771 Watercolours in art
Highgate Library
Having Fun with Numbers Shepherds Hill, N6 5QT. T: 020 8489 8772 10:30 – 12:30pm, Mon 16 May
10:00 – 12:00pm, Tue 17 May Watercolours in Art Bruce Castle Museum
12:00 – 2:00pm, Thu 19 May Lordship Lane, N17 8nu T 020 8808 8772

Creature close-ups
Adults admitted with
accompanying child
2:00 – 4:00pm, Sun 15 May

Try a Free taster course during

Adult Learners’’ Week!
HALS Summer courses
starting in May, June and July 2011
Enrol on the ground floor reception,
Wood Green Central Library
Highgate Library
1 Shepherds Hill, London, N6 5QJ Tel: 020 8489 8772
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 Sat 9-5

Please note that Highgate Children’s Library will be closed on 5th May, for
the Referendum Alternative Vote Elections.
Special Highgate Library Action Group
Events Annual General Meeting
Guest speaker: Tim Coates, library campaigner and writer of
The Good Library blog
Wednesday 4 May at 7.30pm
Free Spring Craft Workshop
Celebrate the arrival of spring with this fun workshop for
adult and children! All materials supplied.
Tuesday 24 May from 3.00 to 4.30pm
Poetry Reading Group
Discover reading poems for pleasure! No specialist knowledge
or preparation required.
Every 2nd Thursday of the Month from 6.00 to 7.00 pm.
Senior Citizens’ Coffee Morning
Every Tuesday from 10.30 to 12 noon
Stitch & Knit group
Free of charge and all abilities welcome!
Every first Tuesday of the month from 5.00 to 7.00 pm.
Adult Watercolours in Art: taster course
Learners’ Thursday 19 May from 12 noon to 2.00pm
Week Spring Online taster session
Friday 20 May from 2.00 to 4.00pm
Libraries Meditation classes
for Health For more info. contact Heruka Centre: 020 8455 7563
info@meditateinlondon.com| www.meditateinlondon.com
Every Monday from 12 noon to 2.00 pm
IAPT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Anxious, depressed or feeling low book an appointment on:
0208 275 4032 or contact iapt@haringey.nhs.uk
Woodland Gardening group
Garden Come along and give a hand in making the library garden
Events flourish for everyone! The group meets at 10.00am on the
third Saturday of each month.
Children’s Story Time
Activities Every Monday 10.30am to 11.00am
Family Drop in
Every Friday 2.30pm to 4.30pm
Sing & Play
Every Wednesday from 11.00am to 12 noon
Kumon Maths & English
Contact Manju 020 8202 7088 Mondays 3.45pm to
5.45pm & Wednesdays 3.45pm to 5.45pm
French For Children Saturdays 10.00 to 10.30am
Contact Kate on 079123 07928
Bookstart Book Crawl
Awards for children 0 to 4 years old. Join at the library!
Adult Open Book: Highgate Library Reading Group
Events Last Monday of the month at 6.00 pm
Next meeting: Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson
Monday 23 May 2011
Open Film: Highgate Library Film Club
Last Tuesday of the Month at 7.00pm
Next Showing: Made in Dagenham
Tuesday 31 May 2011
First Byte Computer Sessions for Adults
Wednesdays 1.00pm to 3.00pm

Made in Dagenham (2010) cert. 15

Tuesday 31 May at 7.00 pm
Free admission

A dramatisation of the 1968 strike at the Ford Dagenham car plant, where
female workers walked out in protest against sexual discrimination.
Hornsey Library
Haringey Park, London, N8 9JA Tel: 0208 489 1118
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9 to 7, Sat 9 to 5 & Sun 12 to 4

Exhibitions Twenty-two Artists

Twenty-two Artists is a group exhibition featuring a selection
of CEOS artists’ work, all under one roof at The Original
Gallery, Hornsey Library.
Dates: Saturday 30th April to Wednesday 15th May 2011
Visit www.haringey.gov.uk/theoriginalgallery for opening
times and bank holiday closures.
Unfolding Exercise
Artist: Jennie Pedley
Dates: Wednesday 18th May to Saturday 11th June 2011
Private View: Wednesday 18th May 2011, 7 to 9pm
Unfolding Exercise is a collection of portraits resulting from
discussions about childhood memories and adult dreams of
exercise. Jennie Pedley, artist and physiotherapist worked
with Royal Brompton & Harefield Arts, hospital staff and
patients to develop this Wellcome Trust funded project
exploring our relationship with exercise.
Art Weekend: Crouch End Open Studios (CEOS)
Dates: Saturday 7th & Sunday 8th May 2011 11am to 6pm
CEOS offers the unique opportunity to visit artists and view
their collections in their homes.
Visit www.crouchendopenstudios.co.uk to see this year’s
artists and full addresses.
Special Talking Pictures Film Night:
Event Whatever Works (2009) cert. PG 13
‘A return to form’ from Woody Allen starring Larry David as a
physics professor who takes in a Southern runaway he finds
on the stairs of his Manhatten apartment.
Thursday 5th May, 7.00pm
Call 0208 489 1419 to book your place.
Special NEW
Children’s Movers and Shakers – Music and movement for 0 to 3’s.
Events Every Wednesday at 10.00am, 4th May onwards
Please text 07817 420 392 to book.
Napuccinos Washable Nappy Co
Saturday 28th May, 10.30am to 12.30pm
Children’s Under 5’s Story Time
Activities Mondays 9th, 16th and 23rd May 10.30 to 11.00am
 Rhyme Time
Every Tuesday 11.00 to 11.30am
Thursday Drop In Term time only
9.30 to 11.30am, singing starts at 11.00am
Dad’s Drop In Storytime for Dads and children
Saturday 14th May 11.00 to 11.30am
Chatterbooks Reading Group
Saturdays 14th and 21st May 2.00 to 3.00pm
For further information about our children’s events please call
0208 489 1428.
Adult Yoga Session
Activities For further information ring 07779 594 985
Every Sunday at 12noon
Energy Doctor Drop - in
Energy saving information and advice sessions.
Please ring Daniel 07800 584 303 or Katie 020 8489 3261 for
further information.
The first Monday of every month 11.00am to 1:00pm
Talking Book Group
Graham Greene ‘The End of the Affair’
Call Neil Harvey on 0208 489 1425 for details.
2nd Monday of the month, 9th May, 11.00am to 12.30pm
Make Friends With A Book
A different kind of book group, where we read, talk and share
together. No need to read in advance. Join in as you wish.
Please telephone 07985 718 744 for details.
Every Monday 2.00 to 4.00pm.
First Byte Computer Sessions for complete beginners
(6 weeks) Call Vicky on 0208 489 1413 / 1429 for bookings
Wednesdays 10.00am to 12.00 noon
Word for Word Poetry Writing Workshop
Contact: Runilla 07969 86 2323 or Catherine 07805 977 853
Tuesdays 1.00 to 3.00pm
Word for Word Creative Writing Workshop
Contact: Brian Doherty 020 8340 5974
Wednesdays 1.00 to 3.00pm
Word for Word Novelists Group
Contact: Hilary Bailey, hilary@hilarybailey.wannadoo.co.uk
Wednesdays 3.00 to 5.00pm
Second Byte Computer Sessions for improvers
Registered users get access to an easy- to-use email system
and a wide range of online courses.
Thursdays 10.00am to 12noon
Call Vicky on 0208 489 1118 / 1429 for bookings
 Theatre for Mankind
Creative writing and performance workshops
Last Thursday of every month 3.00 to 6.00pm
Information: tel:0208 443 4643
Email: tfmankind@hotmail.co.uk
Senior Citizens’ Drop In
Call Neil Harvey on 0208 489 1425 for details and times
2nd Friday of the month, 12th May, 11.00am to 12.30pm
London North Stanza Poetry Writing Group
Contact: Catherine 07805 977 853 for details and times.
Knitting: The Knitter Natter Club
Call Elena on 07967 336128 to book
Every Saturday 11.00am to 12.30pm
Hornsey Reading Group
April Title: Kathryn Stockett: The Help
Please telephone 0208 489 1429 for details of the next
meeting
Saturday 7th May 2011, 3:00pm
Adult Display of Artwork
Learne Saturday 14th to Friday 20th May
rs’ A Spanish Tour-Talking Spanish
Week Monday 16th May, 10.30am to 12.30pm

Having Fun with Numbers

Tuesday 17th May, 10.00am to 12 noon
HALS at Creative courses
Hornsey x Portrait and Life Drawing Workshop
x Art Mixed Media: Improvers
Well Being courses
x Chi Kung

For further information

• Enquire on the ground floor reception, Wood Green
Central Library
• Call 020 8489 2500
• Telephone enrolments on 020 8489 2596
Pick up a programme guide from any Haringey Library Check
online at www.haringey.gov.uk/halsprogramme
Marcus Garvey Library
1 Philip Lane, London, N15 4JA Tel: 020 8489 5309
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7, Saturday 9-5 and Sunday 12 - 4

Adults Spring Online this May!

Upcoming This May it’s your chance to “Spring Online” and find out what
Free Events the internet could do for YOU.
Taster Sessions – for information contact Lee 0208 489 5350
Tuesday 17th May 11.00 to 1.00pm & 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Wednesday 18 May 11.00 to 1.00pm
th

Film Night at Marcus Garvey Library

The Open Road (1926) (65 mins Cert U)
BFI’s National Archives compilation of Claude Friese-Green’s
1924 trip from Land’s End to John O’ Groats capturing interwar
Britain in a unique and rich colour palette.
Thursday 12th May 7pm
Adult Learners’ Week (ALW) 2011
ESOL ASSESSMENT – 19th May from 2.00pm
Booking essential to ensure eligibility/participation
Details/bookings contact 0208 489 5350/5309
Action for Social Integration
Advice and Info on legal matters, employment, housing, health,
Welfare Benefits, Immigration, supplementary education etc.
Contact 0208 803 6161 or email: info@afsi.org.uk
Every Tuesday from 12.30 to 5.30pm
PHASCA’S Homework Club
English, Maths, Science and French tutors for 8-18 years
pupils. Every Friday 4.30 to 6.00pm
£5.00 registration fee per year- info contact Children’s Library
Mind in Haringey – Information Stall
Thursday 26th May from 10.00 am to 12noon
Children’s Story Time and Sing –along for Pre-school Children
Activities Every Monday 10.00am to 11.30am
Wii Games with Pauline - TERM TIME ONLY
Mondays - Primary School pupils 4.00pm to 5.00pm
Wednesdays - Secondary School students 4.00pm to 5.00pm
For details contact Children’s Librarian 0208 489 5360
Messy Morning for under 5s
Every Tuesday 10.30am to 11.30am
Teenage Reading Group
Call the Children’s Librarians for details on 020 8489 5360
Saturday 7th May from 3.45 to 4.45pm
 Come & Play: Pre-school Children
Dressing up clothes 10and toys for children
Every Wednesday and Friday from 10.00 to 12 noon
Stay and Play
Sing along & play for Pre-school Children
Every Thursday from 11.00 to 12.00noon
Art and Craft for Children over 5
Every Friday 3.30 to 4.30pm
Chatter books: Children’s Reading Group ages 8 – 10
Saturday 28th May from 3.00pm to 4.00pm
‘Grandparent & Grandchild’ Group
For details contact the Children’s Librarians: 0208 489 5360
Saturday 28th May 10.30 to 11.30 am
Children’s Traditional Board Games
Available on request - Please ask at the Children’s Counter
Every Saturday from 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Dads & Kids Drop In
Story session for children and Dads/Male carers
Saturday 7th May from 11.00am to 11.30am
Adult Energy Doctor Drop-in
Activities Free one-to-one advice on how to save energy and money off
your bills! Ask the Energy Dr about heating, grants and energy
efficient appliances. Free energy saving items available
2nd Tuesday of the month from 2.00pm to 4.00pm
First Byte Computer Sessions for Adults
Computer Sessions for complete beginners
Learn how to surf the internet /open new email account/shop
online & more. For information call 0208 489 5309
Tuesdays and Wednesdays 2.00 to 4.00pm
Fridays 11.00 to 1.00pm
Senior Citizens’ Drop In
Tuesday 10th May from 11.00 to 12.30 pm
Contact Neil on 07813976429
Marcus Garvey Book Group
Tuesday 24th May at 7.00pm. Contact Neil on 07813976429
U3A - University of Third Age - Poetry Reading
3rd Wednesday of the month 2.00 to 3.00pm
Bengali Book Club
Contact Nazma on 0208 489 5309
Last Thursday of the month 11.00am to 12.30pm
Sankofa Reading Group
Discussing Some Sing Some Cry by Ntozake Shange
Friday 27th May 6.30pm to 8.00pm.
For information call 0208 489 5350
IAPT - NHS Support Service
Mondays 12.00 to 5.00pm, Thurs & Fri 9.00 to 5.00pm
Last Thursday of the month 9.00 to 11.00am & 1pm to 5pm
To book call 0208 442 6888 or iapt@haringey.nhs.uk
Muswell Hill Library
1 Queen’s Avenue, London, N10 3PE Tel: 020 8489 8773
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

Please note that Muswell Hill Adult Library will be closed on 5th May, for the
Referendum Alternative Vote Elections.
Special Free information and advice from a Local Osteopath
Event Friday 6th May 10.00am to1.00pm.
Haringey Social Services Fostering info drop-in Information and
advice available. Monday 9th May 12 noon to 3.00pm.
Adult events Safer neighbourhoods Public meeting
To confirm date contact
Muswell Hill Team 020 8721 2766
Fortis Green Team 020 8721 2506
Thursday 26th May 5.00pm to 6.00pm
Muswell Hill Library Book Club
Will be discussing South Riding by Winifred Holtby
Monday 23rd May 6.15pm to 7.30pm.
The Knitter Natter Club
Knitting group for beginners. Every Saturday 2.30 to 4.00pm
Confidential Counselling & Psychosexual Therapy
Contact 07817375031 to book in advance
Every Friday 2.00pm to 5.00pm
Muswell Hill Library Reading Group
Will be discussing Girl With Green Eyes by Edna O’Brien
Friday 20th May 12.30pm to 1.30pm
First Byte Computer Sessions for Beginners
Booking essential, as places are limited.
Monday 2.00 to 3.00pm or Friday 10.00 to 11.00am
Childrens Movers & Shakers Music and movement for the 0-3’s. Every
events Tuesday from 10.00am. Fee applicable and booking essential. Please
text 0781 742 0392 for information.
Shoebook Storybooks Display created by children from
Campsbourne Primary School. Throughout May. For further
information on the project, call 0208 489 8774
Messy Morning (term time only)
Every Wednesday 10.00am to 12noon
Chatterbooks Reading Group
Fortnightly Tuesday 4.00pm to 5.00pm
Story time for under 5’s Saturdays 11.00am to 11.30am
Muswell Hill Toy Library
Every Monday from 2.00pm to 3.30pm
Every Thursday and Friday from 9.30am to 12noon
St Ann’s Library
Cissbury Road, London, N15 5PU Tel: 020 8489 8775
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 and Sat 9-5

Special Bring and Take event plus Teddy bear’s picnic

Events Reusable nappies and baby clothes. Come along and donate,
swap or pick up real nappies and baby clothes! And pick up your
bookstart pack 'All Aboard'
Wednesday 18th May 10.00 to 12.00 noon
Adult Learners Week
Digital Photography Wednesday 18th May 12.30 to 2.30pm
The Art of Paper Folding Thursday 19th May 10.30 to 2.30pm
Half term Craft
Tuesday 31st May to Friday 4th June 2.00 to 3.00pm
Fathers Day Craft sessions
A wonderful opportunity to tell the special men in your life that
you notice all the little things they do all year.
Design your very own card for fathers day
Saturday 4th June 1.30 to 2.30pm
Children’s Toy Library
Activities Monday and Saturday from 10.00 to 12.30pm
OK club for children 5 -11
Every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month
Kumon Maths & English Tuition
Monday and Wednesday 3.30 to 6.00pm
Story Time for the under 5’s Stories from around the world
Every Wednesday 2.30 to 3.00pm
Stay and Play Child Minder & Carer Drop in Term time
Sing & rhyme with musical shakers whilst sharing and enjoying
books. Wednesdays 10.30am to 11.00am
Board Games for kids
Test your skills with dominoes, scrabble, ludo, draughts, chess
and many more
Tuesdays 3.30pm to 5.30pm | Saturdays 10.30am to 12.30pm
Toddler Time term time only Arts and crafts for little ones
Every 2nd Thursday 1.30 to 2.30pm
Phasca Homework Club term time only
Every Thursday and Friday 4.30 to 6.00pm FREE
WII Friday
Teens hang out at St Ann's library and play the Wii
Every Friday 5.00 to 6.30pm
Adult Line Dancing for All
In the Community Hall every Tuesday 2.00 to 4.00pm
Activities Tiverton Cypriot Elderly & Disabled Group
Every Wednesday from 10.00am to 2.00pm
Feel healthier with a book 60+
Here is a book group with a difference! No need to read a book
in advance. It’s an opportunity to read and talk together in a
relaxing environment and it does not have to be a novel.
Please call the library for details
First Byte Computer Sessions for Adults
Every Monday and Thursday 2.00 to 3.00pm
Venture Club for the Blind and Partially-sighted
Every Friday from 12.30 to 3.00pm
Senior Citizen Computer Drop In.
This session is for newbie’s. Every Friday 11.00am to 12noon
It’s good to talk. Coffee break for 60+
Have an enjoyable time with old and new friends, have a cup of
tea/coffee and stop for a chat with staff about new books, DVDs
and CDs. It’s FREE.
Every Thursday 10.30am to11.30pm
St Ann’s Community Garden project.
Do you live in the area surrounding the library? If you are 50 or
over why not come along to the St Ann’s Library Community
Garden project. Where you can meet other garden enthusiasts
and share your gardening skills with other residents. Please call
the library for details.
Age Concern Keep Fit Classes
Every Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00am and Thursday 10.00 to 12noon
Knitting for All
Learn how to read a pattern and make fabulous garments, in a
warm friendly atmosphere, come and share ideas and meet new
people! Please call the library for details
Every Saturday 3.30 to 4.45pm
Equalskills
Gain the recognised basic computer skills qualification,
incorporating Mouse and Keyboard, Using a Computer and
Haringey Internet & Email courses combined.
Adult Thursdays 1.00 to 3.30pm
Learning Starts Thursday 12th May 2011
Service Bite size: Introducing PowerPoint
at St. Ann’s Learn the basics of excel, ready to start a level 1 qualification
Mondays 09.30 to 12.00 noon
Starts Thursday 19th May 2011
Introducing to Drawing and Painting with Watercolours
The course covers materials, techniques and approaches to
drawing and painting with watercolours
Fridays 1.30 to 3.30pm
Starts Friday 10th June 2011
Stroud Green Library
Quernmore Road, London, N4 4QR Tel: 020 8489 8776
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 9-7 & Sat 9-5

Regular Tuesday:
children’s Messy afternoon craft activity 2.00 to 3.00pm
events Wednesday
Drop-in. 9.30 to 11.45am Toys and songs for all to enjoy (The
first rhyme time is at 10.30am, the second rhyme time is at
11.15am)
Thursday
Story time 2.30 to 3.00pm
*New for May 2011* Movers and Shakers are back on Fridays
from 10.30 to 11.00am
A half hour session incorporating songs, rhymes and baby
signing, instruments, bubbles and parachutes!
Please call Gabi on 07817 420392 to book.
Friday
Rhyme time 2.30 to 3.00pm
Bookstart Book Crawl
Awards for children 0 to 4 years old
Spanish classes for children with Magnolia:
Learn Spanish in a fun and relaxed environment
Saturday 7th and Saturday 21st May 2.00 to 3.00pm
Spanish classes for children with Claudia:
To book your place or for more information contact Claudia on
07981233268
Every Wednesday 4.00 to 4.30 and 4.30 to 5.00pm
Don’t be ‘board’ on Saturdays!
Board games available to play with on Saturdays from 10.00 to
4.00pm
Special Make your own fire engine
Children’s Celebrate international fire fighters day by making your own
Activities fire engine
Tuesday 3rd May 2.00 to 3.00pm
Regular UK online: Computer Sessions for Adults:
Adult Computer and internet course using www.myguide.gov.uk a
Events great online tool for learning vital computer skills.
Every Monday and Thursday from 10.00 to 12.00pm
Friends of Stroud Green Library Meeting
For more information contact Helen Riley
helenriley@headlinemedia.co.uk
Thursday 5th May 6.15 to 7.00pm.
 Stroud Green Residents Association Meeting
For more information contact Kit Greveson
kit.greveson@googlemail.com for details
Thursday 26th May 7.00 to 7.30pm
Join the Friends of Stroud Green Library Yahoo Group
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/friendsofstroudgreenlibrary
You can do this at home or at Stroud Green Library.
Special Trevor Leighton Photo Exhibition - Fair-trade Cotton
Adult Trevor Leighton’s Fair Trade Cotton exhibition will be on display
Events at Stroud Green Library from Friday 6th May until Friday 20th May
Adult Learners Week - Water colours in art taster
session
Monday 16th May 10.30 to 12.30pm
Adult Learners Week – Spring UK online Computer
classes for beginners
Thursday 19th May 10.00 to 12noon
Adult Learners Week – Acting for beginners taster
session.
Friday 20th May 5.30 to 7.00pm
Neighbourhood weekend
Saturday 21st May

Stalls, attractions and entertainment will take place inside and

outside Stroud Green Library on Saturday, May 21 (1.30pm -
4.30pm) as residents show their support for their local library and
celebrate the local community. Craft stalls inside the library will
include pottery, gifts and home-made produce, while children's
stalls and bric-a-brac will be sold outside. There will be live
music and refreshments. Everyone welcome
Anyone wanting to take a stall (£3 a table for the local residents'
association) should contact Helen Riley on 07931 300 425,
helenriley@headlinemedia.co.uk

First of the Summer Wines!

Friday 24th June 7.30 to 10.00pm

An evening of fine wine tasting at Stroud Green Library

organised by SGRA and Friends of Stroud Green Library. Local
Crouch End wine merchant Nicolas will be supplying 7- 8
delicious French wines. Fresh bread, cheese and pate will be
provided during the evening as well as tasting notes.

Tickets for this event cost £25 and are available to buy from
Stroud Green Library. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Wood Green Library
High Road, London, N22 6XD Tel: 020 8489 2700
Opening Times: Mon to Fri 8.45-7, Sat 9-5 & Sun 12-4.00

Please note the Business Lounge will be closed on 5th May, for the
Referendum Alternative Vote Elections.

Adult Book today for a FREE taster session at Wood Green Central
Learners Library and find out how to start using computers and the
Week internet.
14th to 20th x Monday 16 May,10.00 to 12.00pm
May x Tuesday 17 May, 11.00 to 1.00pm
x Wednesday 18 May, 10.00 to 12.00pm
Call to book your free place 020 8489 2780
Family History workshop using Ancestry Library Edition
A basic introduction to research resources available online. Find out
how to research, sort and keep your own family history records and
get started using, the world’s largest family history website, access
provided free at Haringey Libraries and the Archive department.
Thursday 19 May, 10.30 to 11.30am
Call to book your free place 020 8489 2780
Spring Online with Silver Surfers' Day
Take part in the national campaign to promote the use of computers
among older people. Friday 20 May, 10.00 to 12.00pm
Call to book your free place 020 8489 2780
Adult Author Event: The Five Pillars of Happiness
Activities Dave Robson, published author, life coach, and founder of the
informal writer’s group “The Pen and Ink Club”, will talk about his
book and the experience of being a writer.
Thursday 12th May 2011 at 7.00pm
For more information or to book a place please call 020 8489 2780
Business Seminars
x Women in Business: Wednesday 11th May, 11.00 to 2.00pm
x Pitching for Success: Wednesday 18th May, 11.00 to 3.00pm
x Starting a Business: Wednesday 25th May, 11.00 to 2.00pm
Booking essential for both 020 8489 2780
Free Business Advice
Gain practical and confidential one-to-one advice.
Every Tuesday 10.00 to 2.00pm.
Booking essential for both 020 8489 2780
Weatherstone Therapies Holistic Fair
Sat. 14th May 2.15 to 4.30pm. Call 020 8340 0566 for more info.
Macmillan Cancer Support Information Drop In
Wednesday 4th May, 1.00 to 3.00pm
Stroke Information Drop In
Information on prevention, management, rehabilitation and more.
Every first Wednesday of the month, 4th May,11.00 to 1.00pm
Energy Doctor Drop-In
Drop-in for free one-to-one advice on how to save energy and money
off your bills! Free energy-saving items also available.
1st Monday of every month, 2nd May, 10.00 to 12.30pm
Different Strokes Every Monday and Wed. 10.00 to 1.00pm
Call John on 020 8340 4359
Wood Green Reading Group
New members welcomed. Please contact 020 8489 2771
Turkish Literary Group
Monday 16th May, 12.00 to 2.00pm
For more information, please contact Selma 020 8489 5352
Bengali Writers’ Group
Friday 6th May, 4.30 to 6.30pm
Urdu Poetry Group Wednesday 18th May, 2.00 to 6.00pm
Pension Service Advice - by appointments only
Wednesdays 12.00 to 3.00pm. Call 0800 917 914 9
Age Concern Drop In Thursdays 9.30 to 12.30pm
Older People’s Drop In: Friday 27th May, 2.00 to 4.00pm
Hatha Yoga Class Friendly class, all levels welcomed.
Every Monday 1.00 to 2.00pm; £7.50 per class or £24 for 4.
Please contact Marie Flore: 020 8341 0414
Stretch your Mind, Stretch your Body
Every Monday 2.15 to 3.15pm and Wednesday 10.00 to 11.00am.
Contact KiKi 07903 582 883 for more info.
HU3A – Haringey’s University of the 3rd Age
Every Tuesday 1.00 to 3.30pm in Community Room
Every 1st Wednesday of the month 12.45 to 2.45pm in the Gallery
Every 2nd Tuesday of month for Drama Sessions 11 to 1pm in Gallery
Theatre for Mankind
Regular, monthly workshops in creative writing and performance
Examines as well as openly discusses all aspects of contemporary
theatre. Wednesday 25th May, 2.00 to 5.00pm
For information please contact 020 8443 4643, 020 8891 3443
Gaywise Drop In Evenings
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday of month, 5th & 19th May, 6.00 to 8.00pm.
For more info call 020 8889 9555
Quit Smoking Drop In Every Wednesday from 12.00 to 2.00pm
Weight Watchers Thursdays 12.00 to 1.30pm Call 0845 345 1500
IAPT – Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Appointments only. Contact 0208 442 6888 or iapt@haringey.nhs.uk
Every Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 1.00 to 5.00pm.
Nichiren Daishonin’s Buddhism Dialogues
Our Buddhist practice exists so that we can attain indestructible
happiness. Tuesday 3rd May, 10.00 to 11.00am and Saturday 28th
May, 1.00 to 2.00pm
Pro-Diverse Employment Support and Advice
Help get the right skills for the right job.
Every Thursday 2.00 to 5.00pm
 First Byte Computer sessions
Every Tuesday and Thursday 9.00 to 11.00am - Booking essential
Children’s Play & Stay Session (Term time only) - Every Monday
Activities Singing 10.30 to 11.00am; Toy Play Session: 11.00am to 12noon
Messy Mornings (Term time only)
Every Tuesday 10.00 to 11.00am (singing 11 to 11.20am)
Story time for under 5s
Every Wednesday 11.00 to 11.30am
Grandparents Drop in session
Meet other grandparents and sing with your grandchildren.
Saturday 7th May, 10.00 to 11.00am (Singing starts at 10.30am)
Spring Craft activity
Saturday 21st May, 2.00 to 3.00pm
Reading Group and half term craft activity
Thursday 19th May, 4.00 to 5.00pm
Kumon Maths & English Tuition Call Bindu 020 8362 0960
Every Tuesday from 4.00 to 6.00pm
Every Saturday from 9.00am to 2.00pm
Youth National Year of Communication Exhibition
Library Chosen Theme "Imagine life for those who struggle". A
Communication help point has been set up, focusing on Speech,
Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)
Wii Session Every Monday and Tuesday 5.00 to 7.00pm
Manga Drawing Club (subject to change) for ages 11 to 19
Every Friday, 4.30 to 6.00pm
Teenage Reading Group
Sessions are held monthly. Please call for details 0208 489 2752
Connexions Advice Drop In
Gain advice on education, employment, benefits, sexual health and
more. Monday to Friday,1.00 to 5.00pm, late night Wed. to 7.00pm
Youthwise Evening Drop In
A new free service for young LGBT people 13-19.
Every 2nd Thursday, 12th May, 5.30 to 7.00pm
Pupil & Parent Mediation Drop in (Term time only)
Contact 020 8489 5081 Every Thursday 4.00 to 6.00pm
Bruce Castle Museum
Lordship Lane, N17 8NU Tel: 020 8808 8772
Opening Times: Wed to Sun, 1 - 5pm

Special Event Chill with Us: Museums at Night Weekend 2011

Special screening of The Innocents.
A spooky British psychological thriller from 1961
Friday 13th May
7.30pm. Doors open at 7pm. Tea & Coffee available.
(Supported by the Friends of Bruce Castle).
Exhibitions Inspiring Schools Inspiring Pictures
Photographs by pupils from local schools
Co-ordinated by the Children & Young People’s Service
Until 29 May
In My Father’s Footsteps
Memories of Tottenham 70 years ago.
Oil paintings by ex-coalman, Ricky Clarke
Until 29 May. Open Wed to Sun 1.00pm to 5.00pm
The Phoenix Cinema.100 Years.
This exhibition celebrates the centenary of possibly the
oldest surviving purpose-built cinema in London
Funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, Film London and the
UK Film Council's Digital Archive Fund.
Until 29 May
Carrying with Torch
The past present and future of our sporting heritage. 100
years of sporting excellence and achievement in Haringey.
(supported by the Haringey 2012 fund)
Extended until the Summer
Children’s Family Activities free drop-in
Activities All children under 8 years must be accompanied by an adult
and no adults admitted without accompanying children.
Every Sunday 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Special Event 15 May Creature Close-Ups:
Hold real stick insects, millipedes, tree frogs and snakes!
Lunchtime Talk Family History On the Internet
Archivist Clare Stephens and Archives Assistant Valerie
Crosby guide you through a web of research possibilities.
Monday 23 May. 12.15pm.
Doors open at Noon. Tea & Coffee available.
(Supported by the Friends of Bruce Castle).
Evening talk The Life And Legacy Of George Peabody
Christine Wagg of the Peabody Trust tells the story of how
an American merchant banker founded what has since
become London's largest charitable housing association.
Wednesday 25 May. 7.30pm.
Doors open at 7pm. Tea & Coffee available.
(Supported by the Friends of Bruce Castle).

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100 horsepower of Victorian beam engine under live steam!
Bank Holiday Monday 2 May 2011
Bank Monday 30 May 2011

Also Open ~ Second Sunday Each Month 11.00am to 4.00pm

For full details and events go to http://www.mbeam.org/