What's On In Islington
Islington Parents' Garden Party
Wednesday 1 July, 12–3pm
The Parent House, 55 Calshot Street, London N1 9AS
Join us for a free ‘refuelling ticket’, with prizes including a £50 John Lewis voucher, a £50 Sushi & Sticks voucher, and pamper packs for children. There will also be delicious homemade food, as well as prizes on the tombola (20p per turn). To book, call 020 7837 1383 or email Joanne@theparenthouse.co.uk.
Find the poster for more information here: Islington Parent House Garden Party.(The Parent House)
Tea and Chat at West Library
Thursday 2 July, 2–3pm
West Library, Bridgeman Road, London N1 1BD
Join us for tea and a chat at our monthly event.(Islington Council - West Library)
Improving Islington's Community – Buildings, Parks and Streets
Thursday 2 July, 4–7pm
Central Library, 2 Fieldway Crescent, London N5 1PF
Islington Council Planning Team invite you to join to help shape guidance on Islington’s buildings, parks, play spaces and streets which work better for everyone. A quiet session with one to one slots at Central Library (Highbury). Book via Eventbrite.(Islington Council)
Silvia Fox
Friday 3 July, 6.30–8.45pm
Jean Stokes Community Centre, Coatbridge House, Carnoustie Drive, London N1 0DX
Enjoy a musical journey through Latin America with a selection of inspiring songs. No booking is required. (Stuart Low Trust)
The Big Day Out
Saturday 4 July, 12–4pm
Whittington Park, Yerbury Road, London N19 4RS
A much-loved community tradition, bringing people together for music, food, arts and crafts, and a dog show. The Islington Council Planning Team will also be there from 12.30–3.30pm to enable you to share you thoughts about Islington’s buildings, parks, and streets. No booking is required. Find the poster with more information here: The Big Day Out. (Whittington Park)
London Canal Museum Art Visit
Monday 7 July, 10.30am–12.45pm
London Canal Museum, 12–13 New Wharf Road, London N1 9RT
Explore the fascinating history of London's waterways and the city's unique ice trade through a guided tour of the museum, followed by a relaxing boat trip along London's beautiful canals. To book, email info@slt.org.uk or call 020 7713 9304. (Stuart Low Trust)
Over 60s at Central Library
Wednesday 8 July, 11am–12pm
Central Library, 2 Fieldway Crescent, London N5 1PF
Bring along souvenirs and memories of your favourite holidays. Chat with others and share your stories. No booking is required. (Central Library)
Brickworks Coffee Morning
Friday 10 July, 10am–12pm
Brickworks Community Centre, 42 Crouch Hill, London N4 4BY
Come and join others for coffee, tea and cake at the Brickworks Community Centre. Free entry. Tea or coffee £1, cakes and biscuits from 50p. Find the poster for more information here: Brickworks Coffee Morning. (Brickworks Community Centre)
Outdoor Gym Session
Saturday 11 July, 10.30–11.30am
Caledonian Park, Market Road, London N7 9HG
Find out how to use the free outdoor gym equipment with a qualified fitness instructor. Meet at the outdoor gym near the clock tower. (Islington Council)
Bystander Training for Women's Safety
Wednesday 15 July, 11am–1pm
Finsbury Park Trust, 225–229 Seven Sisters Road, London N4 2DA
Participants will learn to identify problematic gendered behaviour, sexual harassment and everyday misogyny, and understand their impact on women's safety. The session will equip attendees with the skills to become active bystanders using the ABC model and the 5 Ds: Distract, Delegate, Document, Delay and Direct. If you are interested in taking part, please email info@islingtonfaithsforum.org.uk. Find the poster with more information here: Bystander Training for Women's Safety. (Faiths Forum, Islington Council, Finsbury Park, Haringey, UCL, Elizabeth House, Finsbury Park Trust)
Music Game Night with Katy
Friday 17 July, 6.30–8.45pm
Jean Stokes Community Centre, Coatbridge House, Carnoustie Drive, London N1 0DX
Enjoy an evening of music-themed games inspired by the 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. No booking is required. (Stuart Low Trust)
New Story Garden: Summer Community Launch
Saturday 18 July, 11am–3pm
New Story Garden, York Way, London N1 0AZ
Celebrate the opening of this new community garden with live performances, activities, refreshments and guided tours. The event is free, but please book a ticket in advance here. Find the poster for more information here: New Story Garden. (Global Generations)
Queer as Comics Curator Tour
Saturday 18 July, 2.30pm
Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, 1 Myddelton Passage, EC1R 1AG
Join forum+ for a 45-minute guided tour of Queer as Comics at the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, the UK's first museum dedicated to illustration. Led by curator Paul Gravett, the exhibition showcases original artwork from queer comics, graphic novels, strip cartoons and zines. Places are limited, so pre-booking is essential. Email info@forumplus.org.uk to reserve your place.
Become a Dementia Friend in Our Community
Monday 20 July, 1–2pm
Jean Stokes Community Centre, Coatbridge House, Carnoustie Drive, London N1 0DX
Join this free Dementia Friends session in partnership with Alzheimer's Society and learn simple ways to support people living with dementia. Places are limited, so to sign up please follow this link: https://www.dementiafriends.org.uk/WEBSessionDetails?id=a05Vg00000DjvP FIAZ&user_type=. Find the poster with more information here: Become a Dementia Friend. (Alzheimer's Society, Jean Stokes Community Centre)
Cost of Living Event
Thursday 23 July, 1–3.30pm
Caxton House Community Centre, 129 St John's Way, London N19 3RQ
Drop in to speak to a range of local organizations about money worries, debt, hardship support, family support and other local services. No booking is required. Find the poster with more information here: Cost of Living. (Octopus Community Centre, Help on Your Doorstep, Islington Council)
Intergenerational Event
Saturday 25 July, 10.30am–1pm
Islington Ecology Centre, 191 Drayton Park, London N5 1PH
Choose from activities including discovery walks, meeting exotic animals with ZooLab and enjoy free refreshments. No booking is required. (Islington Council, Islington Ecology Centre)
Bemerton Good Neighbour Scheme Summer Event
Saturday 25 July, 1–4pm
Jean Stokes Community Centre, Coatbridge House, Carnoustie Drive, London N1 0DX
All residents are welcome. Enjoy a children's zone, family picnic area, quiet room, healthy food and information from local organisations, including Help on Your Doorstep. No booking is required. (Help on Your Doorstep)
Scott McMahon
Friday 31 July, 6.30–8.45pm
Jean Stokes Community Centre, Coatbridge House, Carnoustie Drive, London N1 0DX
Scott will perform a variety of acoustic covers and original songs. No booking is required. (Stuart Low Trust)