Dec
28

Crafts Cards

Saturday 28 December 1.30–3.30pm
Lewis Carroll Library, 166 Copenhagen Street, N1 0ST

Come to the library and create some new year cards to celebrate 2025.

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Jan
9

Food Aid Providers Community of Practice

Join the Food Aid Providers Community of Practice, an opportunity to come together to discuss your provision, where there are successes and challenges, and learn from each other while thinking collectively about what a Food&More model would look like in Islington.

What is a CoP?

In all Communities of Practice (CoP) all members are seen as learners and teachers. A CoP provides an ideal environment for adults keen to learn and develop both personally and professionally, from one-another. CoP’s provide one of the best learning environments for adults who want to bring their life experiences to learning, who want to make connections between what they already know and the new things they are learning, want control over their learning experience, and what to apply their learning to their personal lives and/or work environment. 

Who is the CoP for? 

Anyone involved in managing, coordinating, running or volunteering in a facility offering emergency/crisis food aid. 

CoP Themes 

The Community of Practice will begin with two sessions focusing upon Purpose and Community Building, followed by sessions focusing upon producing a ‘Charter for Food+ Provision’ and by sharing effective practice, a ‘Food&More Standards of Practice Framework’ will be created. 

Dates:

Thursday 3rd October, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 7th November, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 5th December, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 9th January 2025, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th February, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th March, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 3rd April, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 1st May, 14.00 - 15.30 

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Jan
14

Disability Inclusion on Charity Boards

Disability Inclusion on Charity Boards: In-person peer session for London Chairs

Tuesday 14 January, 6 - 8pm, Venue: details will be given when your booking is confirmed

Association of Chairs is delighted to partner with Inclusion London for our January London peer session. Stephen Bunbury, Co-Chair for Inclusion London and Co-Chair of the BME Colleague Network at the University of Westminster will be joining us.  In this session, we will be exploring the 'skills gap' often found on Disabled-led charity boards.  It is often the case that attracting Disabled talent with the skill set for a charity board is increasingly difficult because of structural barriers that often disproportionally limit opportunities for Disabled individuals with lived experience of disability.

AoC runs monthly in-person peer sessions in London. These are two hour facilitated sessions, where you will be introduced to fellow Chairs, get to know each other and talk though issues with other Chairs who share similar challenges and experiences.

 

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Feb
6

Food Aid Providers Community of Practice

Join the Food Aid Providers Community of Practice, an opportunity to come together to discuss your provision, where there are successes and challenges, and learn from each other while thinking collectively about what a Food&More model would look like in Islington.

What is a CoP?

In all Communities of Practice (CoP) all members are seen as learners and teachers. A CoP provides an ideal environment for adults keen to learn and develop both personally and professionally, from one-another. CoP’s provide one of the best learning environments for adults who want to bring their life experiences to learning, who want to make connections between what they already know and the new things they are learning, want control over their learning experience, and what to apply their learning to their personal lives and/or work environment. 

Who is the CoP for? 

Anyone involved in managing, coordinating, running or volunteering in a facility offering emergency/crisis food aid. 

CoP Themes 

The Community of Practice will begin with two sessions focusing upon Purpose and Community Building, followed by sessions focusing upon producing a ‘Charter for Food+ Provision’ and by sharing effective practice, a ‘Food&More Standards of Practice Framework’ will be created. 

Dates:

Thursday 3rd October, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 7th November, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 5th December, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 9th January 2025, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th February, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th March, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 3rd April, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 1st May, 14.00 - 15.30 

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Feb
24

Free Bid Writing Workshop

Get Grants is offering a FREE Bid Writing Workshop for our partners and the organisations in their networks!

Everyone is welcome to join. Please share the event link with your own networks!

WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

In this friendly 90-minute session, you will have the chance to:

  • Get an introduction to what Bid Writing is all about.

  • Explore what Grant Applications Look like

  • Consider the importance of Needs and Outcomes

  • Pick up lots of Top Tips to improve your Bid Writing

  • Build your confidence and be inspired!

As with all Get Grants events, there will be an opportunity to come together with like-minded people and share successes, experiences, and support with our UK-wide community of fundraisers.

These sessions are suitable for fundraisers with all levels of experience and not-for-profit organisations of all shapes and sizes.

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Mar
6

Food Aid Providers Community of Practice

Join the Food Aid Providers Community of Practice, an opportunity to come together to discuss your provision, where there are successes and challenges, and learn from each other while thinking collectively about what a Food&More model would look like in Islington.

What is a CoP?

In all Communities of Practice (CoP) all members are seen as learners and teachers. A CoP provides an ideal environment for adults keen to learn and develop both personally and professionally, from one-another. CoP’s provide one of the best learning environments for adults who want to bring their life experiences to learning, who want to make connections between what they already know and the new things they are learning, want control over their learning experience, and what to apply their learning to their personal lives and/or work environment. 

Who is the CoP for? 

Anyone involved in managing, coordinating, running or volunteering in a facility offering emergency/crisis food aid. 

CoP Themes 

The Community of Practice will begin with two sessions focusing upon Purpose and Community Building, followed by sessions focusing upon producing a ‘Charter for Food+ Provision’ and by sharing effective practice, a ‘Food&More Standards of Practice Framework’ will be created. 

Dates:

Thursday 3rd October, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 7th November, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 5th December, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 9th January 2025, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th February, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th March, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 3rd April, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 1st May, 14.00 - 15.30 

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Apr
3

Food Aid Providers Community of Practice

Join the Food Aid Providers Community of Practice, an opportunity to come together to discuss your provision, where there are successes and challenges, and learn from each other while thinking collectively about what a Food&More model would look like in Islington.

What is a CoP?

In all Communities of Practice (CoP) all members are seen as learners and teachers. A CoP provides an ideal environment for adults keen to learn and develop both personally and professionally, from one-another. CoP’s provide one of the best learning environments for adults who want to bring their life experiences to learning, who want to make connections between what they already know and the new things they are learning, want control over their learning experience, and what to apply their learning to their personal lives and/or work environment. 

Who is the CoP for? 

Anyone involved in managing, coordinating, running or volunteering in a facility offering emergency/crisis food aid. 

CoP Themes 

The Community of Practice will begin with two sessions focusing upon Purpose and Community Building, followed by sessions focusing upon producing a ‘Charter for Food+ Provision’ and by sharing effective practice, a ‘Food&More Standards of Practice Framework’ will be created. 

Dates:

Thursday 3rd October, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 7th November, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 5th December, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 9th January 2025, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th February, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th March, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 3rd April, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 1st May, 14.00 - 15.30 

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May
1

Food Aid Providers Community of Practice

Join the Food Aid Providers Community of Practice, an opportunity to come together to discuss your provision, where there are successes and challenges, and learn from each other while thinking collectively about what a Food&More model would look like in Islington.

What is a CoP?

In all Communities of Practice (CoP) all members are seen as learners and teachers. A CoP provides an ideal environment for adults keen to learn and develop both personally and professionally, from one-another. CoP’s provide one of the best learning environments for adults who want to bring their life experiences to learning, who want to make connections between what they already know and the new things they are learning, want control over their learning experience, and what to apply their learning to their personal lives and/or work environment. 

Who is the CoP for? 

Anyone involved in managing, coordinating, running or volunteering in a facility offering emergency/crisis food aid. 

CoP Themes 

The Community of Practice will begin with two sessions focusing upon Purpose and Community Building, followed by sessions focusing upon producing a ‘Charter for Food+ Provision’ and by sharing effective practice, a ‘Food&More Standards of Practice Framework’ will be created. 

Dates:

Thursday 3rd October, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 7th November, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 5th December, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 9th January 2025, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th February, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 6th March, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 3rd April, 14.00 - 15.30 

Thursday 1st May, 14.00 - 15.30 

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Dec
18

50+ Digital Drop-in

Digital Drop-in – Wednesday afternoon (1-4 pm)

  • Every Wednesday, 1 to 4 pm

  • It’s a drop-in for older people. That means you come when you can and leave when you must. You do not need an appointment or a referral.

  • All older people welcome — for any purpose, digital or not.

  • Internet access: we bring tablets and laptops, set up specifically for older beginners.

  • You can bring your own device (especially if you have a problem with it) or you can use one of ours.

  • Get help from our very experienced volunteer team.

  • Mildmay Community Centre has excellent, secure wifi for everyone who needs it.

Mildmay Community Centre, Woodville Rd, Mayville Estate, N16 8NA

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Dec
18

Disability Livelihood and Employment Marketplace

Welcome to the Disability Livelihood and Employment Festive Marketplace! Join us on Wed Dec 18 2024 starting at 11:00 AM at the Brickworks Community Centre. This event is all about celebrating and supporting individuals with disabilities in their journey towards livelihood and employment opportunities. Come explore a variety of vendors, culture and resources dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities. Plus, enjoy music, mingling, and festive treats —including mince pies!

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Dec
17

Monthly Park Cuppa at the Ecology Centre

Age UK Islington and Islington Ecology Centre are hosting this monthly Park Cuppa for you to come and chat with other lovely local people, have a cup of tea and maybe spot a bird or two out the window.

Park Cuppa takes place on the third Tuesday of the month at Islington Ecology Centre and is hosted by two volunteers from Age UK Islington.

Everyone is welcome to attend. There is no need to get a ticket, you can simply turn up. Come with a friend or on your own. Everything is free, including the tea and biscuits.

The centre is accessible for wheelchairs and has two gender neutral, wheelchair accessible toilets

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Dec
13

Whittington Park Film Club: Home Alone

Whittington Park Community Centre, Yerbury Road, N19 4RS

It needs no introduction. What better film for Christmas than Home Alone? Merry Christmas ya filthy animals!

Doors open at 6.30pm for a 7pm start time. As usual, we'll have snacks and drinks available to buy. The centre is accessible for wheelchair users.

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Dec
11

International Migrants Day Celebration

Migrant Voice and the University of Westminster HOMELandS Centre are delighted to invite you to celebrate International Migrants Day!  Our theme for this year will be “Migration Making Britain Great”
  
The event will take place on:

Wednesday 11 December from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm   
University of Westminster, Regent Street Campus  
309 Regent Street, London W1B 2HW Room: Fyvie Hall

After a challenging year for all migrants, we will come together to celebrate, tell our stories, share our cultures, dance, discuss, reflect, and empower each other.     
We will screen two short films created for the “Migration Making Britain Great” Campaign and hear from some of the people featured in them.  

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Dec
11

5-minute Project Shares: Programming for Poverty Awareness

Would you like to hear about a series of poverty awareness programming projects? Would you like to share a project or initiative that you have worked on lately? Join us for our second 5-minute project shares event in which everyone who registers is required to share a project.  

Each attendee will have 3-5 minutes to share the successes, challenges, and opportunities from a project from the last 12 months using a slide template that will be provided. Work in progress is also welcome! 

This session is perfect for those working in place, including but not limited to Creative People and Places, Local Cultural Education Partnerships, and Cultural Compacts. 

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Dec
11

50+ Digital Drop-in

Digital Drop-in – Wednesday afternoon (1-4 pm)

  • Every Wednesday, 1 to 4 pm

  • It’s a drop-in for older people. That means you come when you can and leave when you must. You do not need an appointment or a referral.

  • All older people welcome — for any purpose, digital or not.

  • Internet access: we bring tablets and laptops, set up specifically for older beginners.

  • You can bring your own device (especially if you have a problem with it) or you can use one of ours.

  • Get help from our very experienced volunteer team.

  • Mildmay Community Centre has excellent, secure wifi for everyone who needs it.

Mildmay Community Centre, Woodville Rd, Mayville Estate, N16 8NA

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Dec
11

LWN Meeting December

11/12/24 – All 3 Local Wellbeing Networks meeting

Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Location: Voluntary Action Islington, 200A Pentonville Road, N1 9JP

What’s on the agenda?

  • Celebrate 2024 Successes: A look back at our impactful initiatives and key achievements.

  • Focus for 2025: Participate in a dynamic discussion to decide the Networks priorities. Identified key themes include mental health, cost of living, poverty, financial stress, employment, and the environment.

  • Plan for Action: Agree the next steps and how we will turn our focus into real, impactful change.

  • Updates and Announcements: Hear about ongoing projects and opportunities to get involved.

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Dec
10

LWN Webinar

10/12/24 – Local Wellbeing Networks Webinar featuring:

Islington Income Maximisation and SHINE

Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 noon

Location: Online only

Presentations by:-

iMax: 

o   iMax will showcase its free benefits calculator, helping users quickly identify benefit entitlements and Cost of Living support.

o   The new Household Support Fund for carers

o   The impact of residents facing a 53 week rent year, requiring them having to make an extra weeks rent payment to avoid going into debt.

Islington SHINE provides advice on fuel debt, energy efficiency, and access to fuel bill discounts and grants for new boilers.

They will explain how to:

  • How to access their service which is available to any Islington resident struggling to heat their home, with free support for those over 60, on a low income, with a disability/long-term illness, or with children.

  • Get one of their advisors to conduct a thorough assessment and assist with debt, and potentially access debt relief payments of up to £300.

  • They can provide food bank vouchers, information on food providers, and fuel/energy vouchers for eligible council tenants.

  • Book an appointment with one of their "Energy doctors" who will visit homes to improve energy efficiency.

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Dec
7

Dying to Know: End of Life & Funeral Planning

The Black Cultural Centre Islington, 16–18 Hornsey Road, London, N7 7BT

Financial Educator Charmaine Simpson, Maxine Mitchell Edgar of Bronze Ash Funerals presents ‘Dying to Know: End of Life & Funeral Planning’

In this informative, thought-provoking, humorous but life-changing presentation, we will talk about activities concerning death and funeral planning.

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Dec
7

King Henry's Walk Winter Fair

Our Annual Winter Fair will include all our regular favourites.

  • St Nicholas will be handing out presents to children from his grotto in the woodland

  • Wreath making

  • Mulled wine, teas, homemade cakes and mince pies, and wood fired baked pizza

  • Children’s games

  • Live music

  • Tombola and raffle

  • KHWG honey for sale

  • Stalls

  • Tree decoration competition – see below

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Dec
7

Writing and Publishing Workshops with Indie Novella

Central Library, 2 Fieldway Crescent, London N5 1PF
Saturdays throughout October, 11am-4pm

Islington Libraries and IndieNovella present a series of free writing and publishing workshops with the goal to make publishing more accessible. Workshops are:

  • Demystifying Publishing – Saturday 5 October

  • Developing as a writer – Saturday 12 October

  • Creating Compelling Characters – Saturday 19 October

  • How to write a novel, an introduction to novel writing – Saturday 9 November

  • Creating Compelling Characters – Saturday 23 November

  • Demystifying Publishing – Saturday 7 December

No booking needed.

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