Moortown Local Scoop- Monday 29th July 2024

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Monday 29th July 2024

Expect a beautiful, sunny day with temperatures starting at 13°C in the early morning and rising to a peak of 25°C by the afternoon.

The day will remain clear and sunny with apparently no chance of rain until early evening when there is a slight 12% chance of rain around 18:00 and 19:00.

Winds will be gentle, varying from 4 km/h to 11 km/h throughout the day, predominantly from the south. The evening will cool down to 18°C by 23:00, with partly cloudy skies.

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Free Inner North East Community Committee Summer Dance Camp 2024

There is a FREE Carnival-themed week of fun, friendship, and fitness at the RJC Dance Youth Provision's Summer Dance Camp.

The camp runs from Monday, July 29th to Friday, August 2nd, 2024, from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm each day at the Mandela Centre, Chapeltown Road, LS7 3HY.

Open to young people aged 9-17 who are new to RJC Dance, no prior dance experience is necessary.

For more information or to book your place, contact Kiran at 07871915228 or email [email protected].

Monday 29th July

The Shadwell Parish Council is hosting an Internet and Mobile Phone drop-in session for older people on Monday, 29th July, from 10:30 to 12:30 at Shadwell Library.

An accredited trainer from AgeUK Leeds will lead the session. This is an excellent opportunity for those who are unsure about using the internet or mobile phones or who want to ensure online safety. No prior attendance or registration is necessary; simply turn up on the day.

Tuesday 30th July

Pregnancy Loss Support Group at The Old Fire Station in Gipton.

The group will meet every alternate Tuesday morning from 10:00 to 11:30, beginning on Tuesday, July 30th.

This supportive environment is open to anyone who has experienced pregnancy loss and is looking for a safe space to share and connect with others.

For more information, please email: [email protected].

Thursday 1st August

Yorkshire Day Fundraiser for the Rob Burrows MND Foundation

Thanks to some amazing donations from local businesses, Share will be running a raffle. The full prize list is below. Plus a BBQ run by Setchfield Butchers, complimentary drinks, face painting, goody bags and 25% off everything in-store all day.

 Raffle Prizes:

  •  £100 Share Voucher

  •  4 tickets to a Rhinos Home Match

  •  2 tickets to a Leeds United Home Game

  •  4-ball at Moor Allerton Golf Club

  •  £50 Daniel Footwear Voucher

  •  £50 Oaks Voucher

  •  A dozen white roses from Daisy Chain

  •  Treatment Voucher from Beauty Rooms

  •  Elemis gift bag worth £100 from Beauty Rooms

  •  £50 Banyan Voucher (can be used at Banyan in Leeds)

  •  Voucher from Setchfield Butchers 

Free School Uniform Event at St Vincent's Support Centre

St Vincent's Support Centre in Leeds is hosting a Free School Uniform Event on Thursday, 1st August, from 11 am to 2 pm.

Families can collect uniforms in various sizes and generic colours, all free of charge. The event aims to support the community by providing essential school attire without any school or brand logos.

For more information, visit the support centre at 4 Berking Avenue, LS9 9LF, or call 0113 248 4126. Don't miss this opportunity to prepare for the new school year!

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Leeds Compassionate City Awards: Open for Nominations!

Do you know an exceptional organisation, project, or individual making a difference in the local community? The Leeds Compassionate City Awards are now accepting nominations. Categories include:

  • Jo Cox Award

  • Unsung Sporting Hero of the Year

  • Community Sport Project of the Year

  • Fundraising Achievement of the Year

  • Community Organisation or Project of the Year

  • Health and Wellbeing Project of the Year

  • Diversity Project of the Year

  • Environmental Achievement Award

  • Unsung Hero of the Year

Nominations close on 27th September 2024.

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North Leeds Leopards Match Update

On Saturday, July 27, 2024, the North Leeds Leopards' Under 12s team secured a commanding victory over West Bowling with a final score of 50-6 in a recent friendly match.

The Leopards demonstrated excellent teamwork and skill, dominating the game from start to finish.

This impressive win highlights the talent and dedication of the young players, promising a bright future for the team.

Congratulations to the North Leeds Leopards Under 12s on their remarkable performance!

Have a great day!

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