Events

Past Events 2010

December 2010

St. Luke's Christmas Fayre
St. Luke's Christmas Fayre will be taking place on Saturday 11 December 2pm-4pm at St. Luke's community centre, Central Street. For more information or to book a table call St. Luke's on 020 7549 8181.

Stamp Out! event - 1 December 2010
Stamp Out! are holding a free anti-bullying and anti-social behaviour event for people who work or live in Islington. The event will take place at the Town Hall on Wednesday 1st December 2010 and will start at 10.30am. There will be a facilitated panel debate with Q&A, stalls and refreshments. Click on the link above for more information.

November 2010

Islington residents' convention - 6 November 2010
All HFI residents and registered social landlords have been invited to attend Islington residents' convention on 6 November in the Assembly Hall, Town Hall, Upper Street. The event will run from 10.30am to 3pm. Residents will be able to meet staff and councillors to have their say about the housing services they receive. They can also attend one of four workshops to give their views on:

* Repairs and major works
* Antisocial behaviour and the look and feel of their estate
* Friendly and accessible services
* Overcrowding, housing needs and moving home

To book a place on the workshops residents needs to contact Thandi Gonzales on 020 7527 4387or email thandi.gonzales@islington.gov.uk

Volleyball for Women aged 16 and above
There are exciting new opportunities for women aged 16 and above to get involved in Volleyball in Islington. The new weekly Volleyball coaching progamme is due to start soon at the Sobell Leisure Centre, delivered in partnership with Homes for Islington.

Islington Borough FC
Islington borough football club are recruiting new players for the 2010-11 season. Call 020 7686 8810 to find out more information.
November 2010

October 2010

Homes for Islington’s Leaseholder information fair 2010
The fourth annual leaseholder information fair takes place on Wednesday 27 October at the Assembly Hall, Islington Town Hall on Upper Street. The fair will run from 2pm-8pm, with a presentation at 6pm from Councillor Murray. Following the success of last year’s event, this fair gives an opportunity for all leaseholders to speak to Homes for Islington, Islington Council and Partners, plus other useful partners including Broadway our independent leasehold advice service. Click on the link above for more information.

Kick racism out of football - football tournaments
5-A-Side girls tournament football competition - Tuesday 26 October
7-A-Side boys football tournament - Friday 29 October
Not already in a team? Come along on the day and we will find you a team. Places are limited so book now! Click on the link above for more details or to register your team or call 020 7686 8812.

July 2010

Summer of fun - HFI Area Housing Office fun days
Come along for a day of fun, including BBQ, bouncy castle, face painting, massage, health checks, information stalls, Energy Saving Doctor, Arsenal Positive Futures and lots more fun and free activities. You'll also have the chance to talk to housing staff about any housing queries you may have. Various dates and locations throughout July and August.  Click on the link above for full details.

June 2010

Proactive Islington Festival of Sports and Cycling - 19th June 2010
Free event from 12 to 6pm outside Arsenal Emirates Stadium.  Join our day out for all the family.  There'll be something for everyone, including World Cup Zone, Sports Zone, Health & Dance Zone, Cycling Zone and much more. 

Strengthening Families 10-14 UK - Start date: Monday 7th June
A free programme for families with children aged 10-14 to help prepare for the teenage years, avoid problems with drugs and alcohol and strengthening family communication. Course duration: 7 weeks. Click on the link above for full details.

The big lunch
The big lunch is a one-day get together with your neighbours. It can be anything from a simple lunch to a full-blown street party with DJs and a hog roast. Click on the link above to find out why you should take part, all the good stuff you'll get out of it, what happened last year, and the history.

March 2010

International Women's Day - 8th March 2010 »
International Women's Day (8 March) is the story of ordinary women as makers of history. It is rooted in the centuries-old struggle of women to participate in society on an equal footing with men. It is marked by women's groups around the world, is commemorated at the United Nations and is designated in many countries as a national holiday. Click on the link above for full details.

February 2010

LGBT History Month 2010 - Launch Event 2nd Feb 2010, Town Hall
Welcome to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans History Month 2010! Events that shed light on Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Trans (LGBT) history and that educate and inform people about the diversity within the community can increase social tolerance and help different groups get along together better. Click on the link above for full details.

The Big Reduction
On behalf of Islington Council, HFI would like to invite you and your neighbours to The Big Reduction. Come and join the debate on what you can do to reduce your carbon footprint and tell us what you’d like to see others doing to reduce their carbon pollution.  Bob Gilbert, Director of Sustainability at Islington Council, and Friends of the Earth will be talking at the event, providing an introduction to your carbon footprint and Islington Council’s priorities for the future.  Workshops will help you understand what you can do to make a difference, and help the council to prioritise the things that matter to you.  Click on the link above for dates and venues.

Islington Health & Personal Well-Being Day 2010 - Sat 13th Feb 2010
Islington’s 4th annual health fair takes place on Saturday 13th February at the Resource Centre (356 Holloway Road – next to Waitrose). Admission is only £1 and the event is open to everybody. Taster treatments are available between 11am and 4pm (last booking at 2pm) on a first come, first serve basis. So why not come along and try out one of the following:

• Holistic Massage
• Hand/Indian Head Massage
• Reflexology
• Reiki
• Tarot readings
• Manicures
• Beauty treatments

If you require any further information, please contact Susan Jandy at City and Islington College on 020 7704 7245

January 2010

Islington’s Health Trainers Service Launch Event - 12th Jan 2010 »
The Islington Health Trainers Service will provide professional Health Trainers to work on a one to one basis and provide support for people wishing to change their lifestyle habits, and thereby improve their health. This service is funded by NHS Islington and is FREE to Islington residents. Click here for: Health Service Flyer

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