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Islington and the Spanish Civil War
The Spanish Civil War broke out just over 80 years ago. This talk explores how the people of Islington rose to the challenge of helping the people of Spain both in the borough and in Spain. Presented by Roz Currie, Curator, Islington Local History Centre and Museum.
Find out more »Estorick Art Workshop: Sculpted Creatures
Join the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art to view its current exhibition Poor Art | Arte Povera, Italian Influences, British Responses and explore its themes through this practical creative workshop. Learn about the Arte Povera artists’ creative use of everyday materials. In this workshop you will explore the qualities and properties of recycled materials and transform them into sculptures of living creatures using a range of techniques. A second workshop based around Arte Povera, entitled Organic Art, is on 28 November…
Find out more »Let’s Prevent Breast Cancer
Breast cancer incidence rates have been rising since records began and now 1 in 8 women in the UK will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lifetime. Breast Cancer UK Ambassador Savitrie Baichoo will present simple, fun ways to reduce the risk of breast cancer and help you lead a happier and healthier life.
Find out more »The Life of the Spy and Novelist
Historian Helen Fry returns to SLT to take a look at two of the most successful novelists of our time, John le Carré and Frederick Forsyth, who both also had careers as spies during the Cold War.
Find out more »Saturday Workshop: Mindfulness and Body Awareness
Facilitated by experienced mindfulness meditation coach and SLT Friday evening event host Katy Connell, this informal workshop will offer an opportunity to learn mindfulness techniques that work with the body and mind to reduce suffering and promote well-being. Suitable for all levels. Venue: St Mary’s Crypt, Upper Street, Islington N1 2TX Time: 3.30 - 6.00pm Cost: Free Book: 020 7713 9304 or email info@slt.org.uk. Please note we cannot guarantee admission without booking.
Find out more »The Stewart Curtis Duo
An evening of jazz, klezmer and tango, spiced up with a bit of humour! With Stewart Curtis on sax, clarinet and flute and Mark Adelman on keyboard. Stewart Curtis has worked and recorded with Mari Wilson & the Wilsations, Nik Kershaw, Tracey Ullman, Matt Bianco, Percy Sledge and many more and has been heard in several West End shows and on numerous TV themes.
Find out more »Helen McCookerybook
A long overdue return to the Stuart Low Trust for renowned singer/songwriter Helen McCookerybook. Helen McCookerybook has been the driving force behind several important UK bands from The Chefs to Helen And The Horns and is a published and well-respected author of music related literature.
Find out more »Saturday Workshop: Chi Kung
With roots in Chinese medicine, philosophy and martial arts, Chi Kung (or Qigong) is a practice aligning body, breath and mind for health and meditation. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Led by Belinda Ackermann. Venue: St Mary’s Crypt, Upper Street, Islington N1 2TX Time: 3.30 - 6.00pm Cost: Free Book: 020 7713 9304 or email info@slt.org.uk. Please note we cannot guarantee admission without booking.
Find out more »Estorick Art Workshop: Organic Art
Join the Estorick Collection of Modern Italian Art to view its current exhibition Poor Art | Arte Povera, Italian Influences, British Responses and explore its themes through this practical creative workshop. Examine the relationship between nature and art explored in the work of Arte Povera and British contemporary artists. Working with a mixture of organic materials this workshop will experiment with their potential for drawing, painting and sculpture. The first workshop based around Arte Povera, entitled Sculpted Creatures, is on 31 October 2017 Cost:…
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