Chrissy Thirlaway talking about the exhibition
If you missed last week’s successful event enjoyed by many visitors and the artists – then do drop in to Portico Gallery at 23a Knights Hill SE27 0HS on Saturday 2nd February. Meet the artists over tea & cakes. Open 11am to 5pm
Filed under Arts, Leisure, Local Business
Friends of West Norwood Library and Norwood Forum are seeking an individual or organisation to carry out an audit of bookable community spaces in West Norwood. The audit will aim to include information such as:
If you are interested in being considered to carry out this work, please provide a brief method statement setting out your approach, along with associated costs. This should be sent to info@norwoodforum.org.uk, to be received no later than 5pm on Friday 14th December. It is anticipated that interviews for candidates will be held during the week commencing 17th December. The audit should be completed by January 31st 2013. It is anticipated that the information gathered through the audit process will be used to inform a separate piece of work, the production of an on-line directory, available to the wider community in the Norwood area
Filed under Arts, Charity, Churches, Community / voluntary, Uncategorized
On Sunday December 2nd the Friends of Norwood Park are inviting people to come along with decorations (home made or donated) and help dress the new Christmas tree planted on the edge of the children’s play area.
The tree has been funded by Western Riverside Environmental Fund (WREF) who manage all Lambeth’s domestic waste. There will be carol singing and refreshments including mince pies and hot drinks in the cafe area between 2pm and 4pm – funded by Lambeth Community Fund
For more information see: http://www.friendsofnorwoodpark.co.uk
Filed under Arts, Community / voluntary, Lambeth Council, Leisure, West Norwood
Come along to a meeting on Wednesday 28 November, 6-8pm, at the Old Library 14-16 Knights Hill SE27 0HY.
Makerhood Norwood is new network of local makers – to support local making and skills, and promote new business and social opportunities for everyone interested in making.
All welcome:
It’s completely free – please let us know on Eventbrite if you are coming.
More details at http://makerhoodwestnorwood.wordpress.com/
Filed under Arts, Charity, Community / voluntary
The council has been working on plans with City Screen , who run independent cinemas including Clapham Picture House, for a possible cinema in the Nettlefold Hall / Library Centre – beside the cemetery entrance.
Friends of West Norwood Library have arranged to give local people a chance to see and comment on the plans at an early stage.
Just drop in to The Old Library, 16 Knights Hill SE27 0HY on Saturday 20th October between 1pm and 4pm
The Nettlefold Hall / Library Centre has been closed after thieves stole the copper roof in June 2011. The latest plans are that West Norwood Library goes back into the Nettlefold and shares the space with a 4 screen cinema, café and bar.
For detail see: http://www.facebook.com/FOWNL
Filed under Arts, Jobs, Lambeth Council, Leisure, Local Business
Lambeth has a great programme of events see brochure for details here.
In West Norwood we have storytelling during half-term week on Monday 29th October at 2.30pm and on Wednesday 31st October at 3.30pm in West Norwood Library 14 Knights Hill SE27 0HY. All children and families welcome . Free entry. 
And a Hip Hop history by Rashid Nix on the evening of Wednesday 31st October at 6pm in West Norwood Library.
Filed under Arts, Education, Kids, Lambeth Council, Leisure, West Norwood
All welcome on Saturday 22nd September 2pm to 5pm at All Saints Church, Lovelace Road SE21 8JY
This is a great community event for everyone in Norwood and West Dulwich. There’s something for everyone:
4ALL – Building Community in West Dulwich brings people together to better their community.
For more information call 07432 118859 or email info@4-all.org.uk
Sixteen Feet invite you to its brand new adaptation of Wind in the Willows. Join Ratty, Mole and friends as they embark on an uplifting tale of adventure, high jinks and camaraderie. The production will take place in the magical surrounds of the Walled Garden in Brockwell Park and the audience will be encouraged to explore this beautiful setting in order to watch the story unfold.
For a more hands-on experience, children will have the opportunity to participate in workshops after daytime performances. Though this production isn’t just for the young it’s universal appeal will surely capture the imaginations of the young-at-heart too.
Tuesday and Thursday 11:30am and 2:30pm; Friday 2:30pm and 6:00pm; Saturday and Sunday 3pm and 6pm
Tickets weekdays: adults £8; children age 3-12 years £6
Weekends and evenings: adults £10.50 children age 3-12 years £7.50
For details see http://www.sixteenfeet.co.uk/
The Youth Mayor Fund 2012 is now open for applications of up to £5,000 for any project that benefits young people in Lambeth. Events and learning opportunities for young people to help improve relationships with the older generation and help young people to feel safer are a priority . But in fact, Samuel Davies Lambeth Youth Mayor wants to hear from any project improving the lives of young people.
Applications must be led by young people aged between 11 – 19 years (or up to 25 with additional needs) who live, work or study in Lambeth, and should be supported by an adult.
The deadline for applications is midday Friday 10th August 2012
The successful projects will be announced in September.
To find out more & download application forms see:
http://www.younglambeth.org/lambeth-youth-council/what-we-do/special-projects.html
or email youthmayor@lambeth.org.uk or call 020 7926 2169.
Filed under Arts, Charity, Community / voluntary, Lambeth Council, Youth
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